DX AND OR FX CAMERAS
Nov 9, 2012 11:44:10 #
Hi there, having read various replies to members questions re. dx and fx cameras. my question is does one need the 2 formats to cover every eventuality. Thanks in antisipation. Terry.
Nov 9, 2012 11:51:12 #
Terrymac wrote:
Hi there, having read various replies to members questions re. dx and fx cameras. my question is does one need the 2 formats to cover every eventuality. Thanks in antisipation. Terry.
Short and simple.
NO.
Nov 9, 2012 11:56:29 #
Terrymac wrote:
Hi there, having read various replies to members questions re. dx and fx cameras. my question is does one need the 2 formats to cover every eventuality. Thanks in antisipation. Terry.
The latest FF cameras ( e.g D 600 ) can also be used in crop mode ( DX) , so you have the best of both worlds . The pixel reduction is not an issue as you start with 24MP.
Nov 9, 2012 14:20:15 #
FredD wrote:
The latest FF cameras ( e.g D 600 ) can also be used in crop mode ( DX) , so you have the best of both worlds . The pixel reduction is not an issue as you start with 24MP.
Terrymac wrote:
Hi there, having read various replies to members questions re. dx and fx cameras. my question is does one need the 2 formats to cover every eventuality. Thanks in antisipation. Terry.
The latest FF cameras ( e.g D 600 ) can also be used in crop mode ( DX) , so you have the best of both worlds . The pixel reduction is not an issue as you start with 24MP.
The pixel reduction IS an issue. Shooting the D600 in DX mode reduces the image to a 12MP sensor output level, when compared to a D5100, or D7000 which give you a native sensor resolution of 16.2MP your images will lack size and quality. Even the D3200 will give you 24MP in DX mode. In short, the D7000 will give you a larger file size to work with, and likely a better image, than a D600 when shot in DX mode with the same DX lens mounted.
Nov 9, 2012 14:36:46 #
I believe they do. This is my feelings regarding this issue. I like to work PS with around 24 mp. Anything less is too noticeable for me, anything more seems too BIG a file. I would NEVER use a crop mode on a FF. I take ALL my pics at the max. resolution and also jpeg and raw. Why would anyone use only one third the available resources . Crop and resize your image in post processing. Because I shoot a lot of nature every extra zoom I can get I'll take. This holds true in macro as well. I am waiting for Nikon to make a 24mp camera that isn't FF. For landscape and probably portraits FF is the answer.
Nov 9, 2012 14:36:47 #
RichieC
Loc: Adirondacks
FX cameras and or lenses do everything DX cameras or lenses do- but not so the other way 'round.
Like DSL over dial up, you'd never go back!
Like DSL over dial up, you'd never go back!
Nov 9, 2012 14:43:13 #
DigitalDon wrote:
I believe they do. This is my feelings regarding t... (show quote)
The D3200 is 24MP DX, as is the upcoming D5200.
Nov 9, 2012 15:15:35 #
I may not look like a broken record, but I know I sound like one:
Given the choice, the FX would easily win out with me due to a superior viewfinder. There, I said it!
P.S. Maybe I DO look like a broken record!
Given the choice, the FX would easily win out with me due to a superior viewfinder. There, I said it!
P.S. Maybe I DO look like a broken record!
Nov 10, 2012 07:02:14 #
Nikon has TWO ....D3200 & D5200
DigitalDon wrote:
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Nov 10, 2012 07:20:51 #
I agree with MT Shooter. It is a factor especially shooting wildlife. The Nikon D600 in DX mode is a little over 10 mp. My D300 is a little over 12. For me, the D800 is the best bang for the buck if you want the best of both worlds in one box.
Nov 10, 2012 07:33:46 #
Joe! I lived down near Woodstock for ten years, always looking for owls..found one snowy near Port Elgin...where were these taken?
DigitalDon wrote:
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Nov 10, 2012 07:44:54 #
strictlyflorida wrote:
I agree with MT Shooter. It is a factor especially shooting wildlife. The Nikon D600 in DX mode is a little over 10 mp. My D300 is a little over 12. For me, the D800 is the best bang for the buck if you want the best of both worlds in one box.
Ditto!
Witrh the 800 if I want the crop factor I can switch to DX mode and have it.
Nov 10, 2012 08:20:28 #
Terrymac wrote:
Hi there, having read various replies to members questions re. dx and fx cameras. my question is does one need the 2 formats to cover every eventuality. Thanks in antisipation. Terry.
Here are some references.
DX vs FX
http://www.kenrockwell.com/tech/full-frame-advantage.htm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TgpubTisVnM
http://mansurovs.com/nikon-dx-vs-fx
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WGIprLchLFs
http://www.nikonusa.com/Learn-And-Explore/Nikon-Camera-Technology/g588ouey/1/The-DX-and-FX-Formats.html
Nov 10, 2012 09:42:13 #
Nov 10, 2012 09:44:23 #
Wanda Krack wrote:
Nice illustration Jerry.
Thanks. Someone posted that, and I saved it. Either Nikonian72 or MTShooter.
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