Canon in cameera picture size
Oct 7, 2019 17:10:29 #
Is there a way to set the camera for 4x5 or if not what is the best setting if you need to make a lot of 8x10 photos?
Oct 7, 2019 17:11:52 #
chuckwilly wrote:
Is there a way to set the camera for 4x5 or if not what is the best setting if you need to make a lot of 8x10 photos?
if it's a 4x5 Linhof, you're all set. Canon, I'm not sure. which Canon?
Oct 7, 2019 17:13:41 #
Honestly, you should capture in the full pixel resolution of the (assumed) 3x2 aspect of the Canon sensor. Then, crop the file during your post processing, specifically to the composition you want to print or otherwise share. To change in the camera, consult your camera's manual and find topic 'aspect ratio' where the steps will be explained.
Oct 7, 2019 17:22:49 #
chuckwilly wrote:
Is there a way to set the camera for 4x5 or if not what is the best setting if you need to make a lot of 8x10 photos?
The best way is to learn how to use the crop tool in your image editing software.
Oct 7, 2019 17:33:48 #
chuckwilly wrote:
Is there a way to set the camera for 4x5 or if not what is the best setting if you need to make a lot of 8x10 photos?
The camera’s image size and dimensions are determined by the sensor. The most common aspect ratio being 3x2. An image must then be cropped to to achieve a different ratio ( 4x5, square, etc..) for printing. Some Canons will display a grid in the viewfinder to help you pre-visualize the shot in a different ratio, but the uncropped image will still be 3x2 aspect. If you want to print 8x10 you’ll still have to crop to 8x10.
Oct 7, 2019 17:39:39 #
rook2c4 wrote:
The best way is to learn how to use the crop tool in your image editing software.
On my Nikon cameras I have tried it both ways. I definitely find it more convenient to shoot in crop mode that to crop in post.
Oct 7, 2019 17:42:21 #
clickety wrote:
Only the raw. There are in-camera settings for changing aspect ratio when shooting jpg. For example, the T7i can do 4:3, 16:9, 1:1...the uncropped image will still be 3x2 aspect.
OP needs to check user manual and/or tell us which Canon it is.
Oct 7, 2019 17:43:47 #
Why not print 8x12s?
(Pre-cut 11x14 mats for 8x12 are fairly common.)
(Pre-cut 11x14 mats for 8x12 are fairly common.)
Oct 7, 2019 17:48:14 #
Longshadow wrote:
That assumes the OP has a dslr with 3:2 aspect ratio. The Canon bridge camera I had was 4:3Why not print 8x12s?
(Pre-cut 11x14 mats for 8x12 are fairly common.)
(Pre-cut 11x14 mats for 8x12 are fairly common.)
My mirrorless cameras (not Canon) are also 4:3.
Oct 7, 2019 17:52:41 #
chuckwilly wrote:
Is there a way to set the camera for 4x5 or if not what is the best setting if you need to make a lot of 8x10 photos?
My Canon 7D Mark II permits the user to select four different aspect ratios in Live View. They are 3:2, 4:3, 16:9, and 1:1. No 4:5, though.
Oct 7, 2019 18:08:25 #
CHG_CANON wrote:
Honestly, you should capture in the full pixel resolution of the (assumed) 3x2 aspect of the Canon sensor. Then, crop the file during your post processing, specifically to the composition you want to print or otherwise share. To change in the camera, consult your camera's manual and find topic 'aspect ratio' where the steps will be explained.
I agree with Paul... shoot in your camera's aspect ratio whatever that is, 3:2 for most full frame DSLR's, otherwise you are throwing away pixels. Change you aspect ratio in your post processing software using the crop tool.
I tried to post a link to an article about aspect ratio that explains it in pretty simple terms, and how it affects print size and uploading to different websites such as Instagram, Facebook, etc. Unfortunately, UHH prevented the link from posting. You can go to the website Phototraces and use the search function for aspect ratio if you want to read the article.
Oct 7, 2019 19:51:42 #
Linda From Maine wrote:
That assumes the OP has a dslr with 3:2 aspect ratio. The Canon bridge camera I had was 4:3
My mirrorless cameras (not Canon) are also 4:3.
My mirrorless cameras (not Canon) are also 4:3.
Why yes, I did.
The pitfalls of not providing sufficient <background> information for a question...
Oct 7, 2019 19:55:21 #
Linda From Maine wrote:
Only the raw. There are in-camera settings for changing aspect ratio when shooting jpg. For example, the T7i can do 4:3, 16:9, 1:1
OP needs to check user manual and/or tell us which Canon it is.
OP needs to check user manual and/or tell us which Canon it is.
I have no idea what my camera will (or won't) do, I just use the native (3:2) aspect ratio.
(I think my little Sony does 4:3 native. Don't know offhand what the others for that camera are either.)
Oct 7, 2019 20:01:30 #
chuckwilly wrote:
Is there a way to set the camera for 4x5 or if not what is the best setting if you need to make a lot of 8x10 photos?
On my canon there is the native 3:2 or cropped 4:3, 1:1, or 16:9. But you throw away pixels. No 5:4. If you have Photoshop or whatever, you can set the crop tool to any size or ratio and slide the crop tool around to get the best fit. If you have a nothing background you can have Photoshop fill up the missing pixels with more background, or to get more involved there is a content aware rescaling that can protect the important parts and stretch the less important parts. I don't compose perfectly in camera, maybe someday, so I have plenty to crop in any ratio.
Looking around the house I have 'store bought' frames roughly 10 by 12 on the outside that hold an 8 by 10 print but they reveal roughly 7 5/8 by 9 5/8 of the image with no mat. You can buy off the shelf 8x10 mats with either 6 by 8 or 5x7 openings but remember some overlap is needed, you want the print to be a little larger than the size of the opening to fit right. Of course a custom mat can be any size, but the idea would be top and sides equal to each other and bottom either equal or greater than top and sides.
https://www.michaels.com/frames/mats/809188436#pmpt=qualifying&sz=24&start=0
https://www.shutterfly.com/ideas/picture-frame-sizes/
Oct 8, 2019 07:16:59 #
Chuckwilly Do not crop in the camera... use all the sensor real estate you paid for. Once on your 50" HDTV monitor you can realistically crop to the story. Viewing a 3" screen or eye view does not give you enough info. Always take your photos with too much view and crop later... you have the resolution for good end results for 8x10 prints. If you need more resolution use Photozoom or On-1 and get fine jackup resolution. [NO, PS and LR are not that good]
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