How Many Megapixels Are Enough
May 23, 2022 07:43:52 #
My reasons for purchasing the Z7ii are outstanding image quality, greater options to crop, ability to print larger without interpolation, tremendous dynamic range, and a perfect fit for landscapes which is what I shoot. My oldest daughter is a wedding photographer, and I suggested she look at the Z6ii which she is now using and absolutely loves. It all depends on your use case.
May 23, 2022 07:47:12 #
A good photograph is not explained with words, it just needs at least thirty megapixels.
May 23, 2022 07:55:50 #
gmar3180
Loc: Waxahachie, TX
GeneinChi wrote:
This will probably open a giant can of worms so I ... (show quote)
Here's an old article by Ken Rockwell that might be interesting:
https://www.kenrockwell.com/tech/mpmyth.htm
May 23, 2022 08:01:06 #
Amazing shot , i still use a older [ at time ] pentax IST 6 mp , always amazed at the result , early type sensors had better quality pictures then the ones now in use .better colors / contrast . i use a D300 , 12mp , and a D2100 24 mp .The d300 does fine if you stay around 400 iso .
May 23, 2022 08:01:31 #
CHG_CANON wrote:
A good photograph is not explained with words, it just needs at least thirty megapixels.
May 23, 2022 08:04:37 #
May 23, 2022 08:08:15 #
GeneinChi wrote:
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Some folks just enjoy having the latest and greatest of whatever they are into. If they can afford it, good for them. You only go around once. Whatever makes you happy...as long as it does not interfere with anyone else's happiness.
May 23, 2022 08:12:13 #
leftj
Loc: Texas
GeneinChi wrote:
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You answered your own questions. Everyone has different needs.
May 23, 2022 08:15:32 #
May 23, 2022 08:20:57 #
About half of what separates a successful photographer from their peers is 30 megapixels.
May 23, 2022 08:34:46 #
It depends on what you're shooting. For landscapes, portraits, travel and most other types, 24 mp should be more than enough. But for wildlife, I can't have enough mps since I'm generally cropping significantly. This is my opinion - you're experience will dictate what works for you.
May 23, 2022 08:35:27 #
fetzler
Loc: North West PA
The answer is how your photograph will be used. If you are going to publish a small photo on the web then perhaps 1-2MP is enough. If you are going to make LARGE prints of of detailed landscape photos then perhaps at least 50MP would be great. For deep crops 50MP might also be handy. Like others 20-24 MP seem large enough for most things and does not require massive computer power and computer storage.
May 23, 2022 08:36:22 #
catchlight..
Loc: Wisconsin USA- Halden Norway
Pixel density is important but so is pixel size and spacing. I regularly print 100 x 70 CM prints from my a 1DX MK3. Effectively 21 mpx with superb quality.
May 23, 2022 08:50:59 #
SuperflyTNT wrote:
I’ve done great looking 11x14 prints from my old 6mp D40. But I love the look of the shots from my 45mp Z7. It gives me a lot more leeway. While I’m a big believer in composing in camera sometimes you just can’t fill the frame, especially shooting wildlife. It’s great having the latitude for a major crop.
Yup!May 23, 2022 08:55:25 #
CHG_CANON wrote:
Think back to when you knew nothing about 30 megapixel sensors. Would you still want to be that person?
I seem to be happy as a 20.4 guy.LOL.
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