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I'm with you
Aug 12, 2019,19:46 PM
especially when you said all pixels are not created equal... and that there are many factors that affect a lot of other aspects. That's one of the cool things about photography,
the infinite different potential mixes of all the variables. And you are also right to note that a lot of folks don't find a need to sweat the minutia, the fine details, but fine details
is something that can make an image better. The current overall image quality now achievable with smaller (than FF) sensors is impressive and has gone beyond what I
once thought would be possible. We went through something similar with the constant improvement with film emulsions. I remember when Fuji 800 was an unbelievable
achievement for speed and (lack of) grain. For some time digital cameras had trouble meeting that films capabilities in low light. Then suddenly it broke through that barrier.
Film is still a great medium but its become less convenient which was eventually bound to happen.
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Crop vs. Full Frame Sensor...
By: cshimokita : August 12th, 2019-05:50
It's the new film vs. digital discussion... not really as it's a no brainer. Technology has reached the point where in many cases a crop sensor makes sense from a financial and quality point of view. Full Frame refers to any camera with a 24x36 mm sensor....
Thanks for leaving a comment 'FH'...
By: cshimokita : August 12th, 2019-14:33
For a detail review of the Canon G9, check out DPReview... their review was published on 27-Oct-2007 so the camera has been around for some time... Watch photography is an art onto its self and there are many great examples here at WatchProSite. Many phot...
Sensors keep improving
By: InDebtButOnTime : August 12th, 2019-07:38
and that includes those smaller than FF. But as with film cameras resolution generally improves with a larger sensor (or neg). With most folks never enlarging an image larger than a computer screen that FF advantage might be less nowadays. DOF is affected...
Thanks for the comment 'InDeptButOnTime'...
By: cshimokita : August 12th, 2019-14:48
In side-by-side print comparisons the current range of APS-C cameras have preformed very well... better than anticipated, so maybe we've reached a tipping point of sorts. For the most part the mfgs had done their homework in optimizing lens and (digital) ...
Agreed, there are a lot of good options out there now...
By: InDebtButOnTime : August 12th, 2019-18:27
but sitll the basic rules of photography still apply. Sensor size or negative size.. at whatever the current state of emulsion technoloty or sensor technology is... bigger is better for ultimate resolution Just depends on whether or not you want go make l...
Re: Basic Rules of Photography...
By: cshimokita : August 12th, 2019-19:14
I would agree about the basic rules of optics... once you enter the 'digital zone' our images are being manipulated... even with today's technology and major brand product offerings now on the market. One reads about smart phone photos ending up as billbo...
There are other factors
By: mark1958a : August 12th, 2019-12:03
If you really need ultra wide angle images--- there are advantages to full frame. There are other factors -- pixel density becomes an issue for high resolution images. NOt all pixels are created equal... so that is a separate variable. But with smaller se...
Thank you Mark...
By: cshimokita : August 12th, 2019-15:02
Like watches, we tend to accumulate different photo gear for different purposes. The one camera one lens is fun for awhile but... My personal preference is 135 format film so old cameras and lenses have their appeal. FF dSLR with live view for landscape &...
I'm with you
By: InDebtButOnTime : August 12th, 2019-19:46
especially when you said all pixels are not created equal... and that there are many factors that affect a lot of other aspects. That's one of the cool things about photography, the infinite different potential mixes of all the variables. And you are also...
Great sharing Casey
By: Quan : August 12th, 2019-23:59
I remembered someone told me that a micro 4/3 is better for macro shot vs the fullframe one due to its DOF
John... somehow it "seems" logical...
By: cshimokita : August 13th, 2019-02:33
but I would have to crunch the numbers... with the 5DII on a tripod using live view I am very happy with the EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro at f/8 or f/16... and with film I have tested the Nikon AI-s 105mm f/2.8 Micro w/PN-11. Edward Weston's photograph of "Pepper...
+1 Blansky...
By: cshimokita : August 13th, 2019-07:45
some gear discussion is inevitable... and I would expand that to include all phases of the process, but only to the point of understanding the tools and dispelling any myths so that we can get on with making good and the occasional great-lish photo. I rea...
and they do "arguing gear with a passion"...
By: cshimokita : August 14th, 2019-16:45
I so get it about using "an instamatic and a flashlight"... ; ) I have a buddy who is not into photography in any sense of the word and he makes wonderful photos... compositions and timing... perfect. He just has the knack. So much for the value of all th...
Thank you Casey for opening this very interesting debate
By: Jad : August 13th, 2019-07:08
Please allow me to add my two cents, Recently while viewing a comparaison between full frame and APS-C sensors the reviewer (sorry I forgot his name) mentioned something important about the DOF as being affected by the crop factor, so the images you took ...
Jad... I don't claim to be a technical person ; )
By: cshimokita : August 13th, 2019-08:43
The depth of field can be determined by focal length, distance to subject, the acceptable circle of confusion size, and aperture. The approximate depth of field can be given by the following formula: DOF ≈ 2u 2 NC / f 2 for a given circle of confusion (C)...
Thanks Casey for the clear explanation
By: Jad : August 13th, 2019-10:08
Now I have scientific explanation for what I used to roughly understand. I think it might be worth to compare both cameras with the relevant f stop. Please if you do it post some pics Thanks again Jad