Tack sharp Mirrorless?
Oct 29, 2014 10:37:34 #
PS: I'm pretty sure that 99% of the poster on this forum are not "accomplished" photographers.
Oct 29, 2014 10:40:52 #
CHOLLY wrote:
Bridge cameras are a type of mirrorless camera.
The cameras listed above are also mirrorless. They produce some of the best image quality available in the right hands. ;)
The cameras listed above are also mirrorless. They produce some of the best image quality available in the right hands. ;)
Just a small point: It was my understanding that "Bridge Camera" referred to a class of equipment that was positioned between a "Point & Shoot" type and a "DSLR", ie many of the features of a DSLR but no interchangeable lens capability. Example: Panasonic FZ series. I don't believe it necessarily refers to Mirror-less cameras per se.
Oct 29, 2014 10:43:05 #
rrforster12 wrote:
Just a small point: It was my understanding that "Bridge Camera" referred to a class of equipment that was positioned between a "Point & Shoot" type and a "DSLR", ie many of the features of a DSLR but no interchangeable lens capability. Example: Panasonic FZ series. I don't believe it necessarily refers to Mirror-less cameras per se.
A mirrorless camera is one that does not use a mirror.
Oct 29, 2014 10:46:46 #
tita1948 wrote:
If you don't have the lens racked out to a ridicules length is there a mirrorless camera that takes tack sharp photos? So far what I have seen leaves me unimpressed. Everything always looks soft.
I hope someone can prove me wrong because I really want one :-)
I hope someone can prove me wrong because I really want one :-)
You should be satisfied the with sharpness/acuity of any modern mirrorless interchangeable lens camera by the primary makers. Some of these companies also make fixed lens versions. These are NOT bridge cameras - though some bridge cameras perform very well in the hands of an experienced photographer. (For example, David Muench, one of the most famous living landscape photographers, now uses a bridge type panasonic camera and produces breathtaking images). Prices for mirrorless cameras range from several hundred dollars to several thousand, so you'll need to think about your budget as well. UHH members could be of more help if they understood which "soft" images you're talking about, what you are wanting to use your prospective mirrorless for, and your expected budget.
I shoot Olympus m43 (mirrorless) and one of my adjustments from prior Olympus and Canon DSLR's has been that m43 images are sometimes TOO painfully sharp. I often tone them down in post.
Oct 29, 2014 10:47:11 #
I think we've lost the OP at this point and we're just talking to ourselves....
Oct 29, 2014 10:55:31 #
Oct 29, 2014 10:55:34 #
Rent a camera to try before you buy:
www.lensrentals.com
www.borrowlenses.com
Then you may address your concerns by direct experience.
www.lensrentals.com
www.borrowlenses.com
Then you may address your concerns by direct experience.
tita1948 wrote:
To answer question I am serious about photos that are not tack, (razor) sharp. No I do not say that camera companies are putting out "duds" it's just the photo I have seen are not as sharp as I want or that stock companies will accept.
Like I said I do want one so I am seriously looking. Please send me your proofs from different cameras. I really want to see them. Don't get in a huff I'm just looking.
Like I said I do want one so I am seriously looking. Please send me your proofs from different cameras. I really want to see them. Don't get in a huff I'm just looking.
Oct 29, 2014 10:58:05 #
Elskipo wrote:
Sony A6000 16-55 kit lens.
Sharp enough?
Sharp enough?
The first one no...there's a lot motion in the image, perhaps from a slow shutter speed 1/20 sec.
The second one, yes. Nice and sharp.
The first one would have been a good test for the EM1 or EM5 with it's five axis stabilizer. I've handheld down to 1/8s with excellent results.
Oct 29, 2014 11:11:18 #
Elskipo wrote:
Sony A6000 16-55 kit lens.
Sharp enough?
Sharp enough?
Second image is quite good. But you missed the focus on the subject a bit in the first example, and there's definitely some camera shake going on as well.
Oct 29, 2014 11:11:26 #
My Fuji X100S......hand held f8, 1/125 ISO 2000
Crystal Bridges Museum, Rogers AR by GD Roth, on Flickr
Crystal Bridges Museum, Rogers AR by GD Roth, on FlickrOct 29, 2014 11:26:35 #
bull drink water wrote:
it sounds to me that only a small part of the problem is in the equipment. we have been taking razor sharp photos for the last 100 years. even mirrorless cameras have to deal with shutter shake.
I believe that most DSLR cameras today deliver more sharpness than we ever had with 35mm film; we would have to go to medium format to find comparable sharpness in film.
Frankly, today we appear to be sharpoholics - no matter what we have and how we will use it, we want more sharpness. Maybe we should call it "needle sharp".
Oct 29, 2014 11:28:35 #
ole sarg
Loc: south florida
Look at Steve Huffs site and you will see tack sharp photos. They are taken with Fuji, Sony and oh yes Leica!
tita1948 wrote:
Sorry about your bad experience that must have been scary. But yes I would like to see other photos that you have taken with a mirrorless camera. Don't worry about when you send it. I just appreciate your help.
One other question does mirrorless mean the same as bridge? Maybe I'm confusing things.
One other question does mirrorless mean the same as bridge? Maybe I'm confusing things.
Oct 29, 2014 11:31:09 #
ole sarg wrote:
Look at Steve Huffs site and you will see tack sharp photos. They are taken with Fuji, Sony and oh yes Leica!
You forgot Olympus too.
http://www.stevehuffphoto.com/my-gear-the-gear-i-own-and-use-on-a-daily-basis/
Oct 29, 2014 11:47:29 #
cuzinvin wrote:
As we've seen before on this site, there doesn't seem to be such a thing as the perfect camera. Trade-offs exist buying cameras, cars, houses, and a lot more. Don't let the goal of perfection prevent you from buying a mirrorless camera - just do your homework. And pay no attention to rude or smart-assed remarks on this site. Good luck.
As we've seen before on this site, there doesn't seem to be such a thing as the perfect camera. Trade-offs exist buying cameras, cars, houses, and a lot more. Don't let the goal of perfection prevent you from buying a mirrorless camera - just do your homework. And pay no attention to rude or smart-assed remarks on this site. Good luck.
I second that...
Oct 29, 2014 12:42:29 #
Your photo has that wow factor in spades: Dramatic, intensely colorful, superb color contrast, perfect lighting, eye-appealing composition, strong visual balance, and inherent interest of subject matter. Never seen anything quite like it. Kudos to you and your camera.
I own the Fujifilm XE-2, and note that with care, it produces similar image quality, but yours excels. See example image below:
I own the Fujifilm XE-2, and note that with care, it produces similar image quality, but yours excels. See example image below:
GDRoth wrote:
My Fuji X100S......hand held f8, 1/125 ISO 2000
Crystal Bridges Museum, Rogers AR by GD Roth, on Flickr
Crystal Bridges Museum, Rogers AR by GD Roth, on FlickrMall Theater Steps
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