Vespista wrote: Absolutely no question! If you intend progressing with your photography, buy a FX, it'll grow with you.
Good luck and let us know what you decide.
studiotoffa wrote: To get a full frame body, first ask your self, what do you shoot the most. If the answer tips in the favour of Landscapes and Architecture, where the wide angle is the dominat lens choice, go for a full format sensor camera, but if you lean toward action and wildlife, where the tele photo lens is king, then stick with the crop factor sensor as this gives it self better to the tele.
To get a pro camera full format sensor, is a big investment. If you ask me, I would say you should aim for a prosumer body in the segment of the Nikon D7000 or Canon 7D for the crop sensor segment, or Nikon D600 or Canon 6D for the full format segment.
Stealthy Ninja wrote:
studiotoffa wrote: To get a full frame body, first ask your self, what do you shoot the most. If the answer tips in the favour of Landscapes and Architecture, where the wide angle is the dominat lens choice, go for a full format sensor camera, but if you lean toward action and wildlife, where the tele photo lens is king, then stick with the crop factor sensor as this gives it self better to the tele.
To get a pro camera full format sensor, is a big investment. If you ask me, I would say you should aim for a prosumer body in the segment of the Nikon D7000 or Canon 7D for the crop sensor segment, or Nikon D600 or Canon 6D for the full format segment.
FF isn't just about the field of view. You get a shallower DOF and more detail. Also FF cameras usually have better features and a better in low light because of pixel size. Another thing. The AF system on the D7000 isn't very good. The 7D also needs tweaking. The 5Diii is very good with AF though. The 5Dii sucks, the 5D classic also. I don't know about the 6D.
ALSO using a D7000 for telephoto isn't a good idea IMHO, from my experience and testing the D7000 offers inferior detail even to the D3s (which has less resolution) when using telephoto.
So no, I'd not recommend going crop sensor unless you really need to or you're going to buy a mirrorless camera. My experience with various cameras has taught me FF is superior in many ways to crop.
Oh another thing, a FF camera isn't necessarily a big investment if you go 2nd hand. Not anymore.
Stealthy Ninja wrote:
studiotoffa wrote: To get a full frame body, first ask your self, what do you shoot the most. If the answer tips in the favour of Landscapes and Architecture, where the wide angle is the dominat lens choice, go for a full format sensor camera, but if you lean toward action and wildlife, where the tele photo lens is king, then stick with the crop factor sensor as this gives it self better to the tele.
To get a pro camera full format sensor, is a big investment. If you ask me, I would say you should aim for a prosumer body in the segment of the Nikon D7000 or Canon 7D for the crop sensor segment, or Nikon D600 or Canon 6D for the full format segment.
FF isn't just about the field of view. You get a shallower DOF and more detail. Also FF cameras usually have better features and a better in low light because of pixel size. Another thing. The AF system on the D7000 isn't very good. The 7D also needs tweaking. The 5Diii is very good with AF though. The 5Dii sucks, the 5D classic also. I don't know about the 6D.
ALSO using a D7000 for telephoto isn't a good idea IMHO, from my experience and testing the D7000 offers inferior detail even to the D3s (which has less resolution) when using telephoto.
So no, I'd not recommend going crop sensor unless you really need to or you're going to buy a mirrorless camera. My experience with various cameras has taught me FF is superior in many ways to crop.
Oh another thing, a FF camera isn't necessarily a big investment if you go 2nd hand. Not anymore.
Joves wrote: Well the thing with going FF over crop is where you want to go with your photography, and what you want to do with it. I personally see there being room to use both. I would love a D800e for landscapes and macro work, also for better noise control at higher ISOs. The crop I use for wildlife simply because the sensor already gives you a crop without degrading the image, allowing more cropping in post. The most important thing you have to look at is what you shoot most of the time, and which format will work best for that shooting. As always it is using the best equipment for the situation.
Stealthy Ninja wrote: Cameras I've owned starting at worst AF to best.
40D
5D
5Dii
The Fujifilm XT5 is a 40MP mirrorless camera capable of 6.2K video at 30p. With those specs, it’s an ideal choice for photographers needing a camera to pull double duty for imaging and video.
The Canon EOS R100 is an entry-level mirrorless camera introduced in 2023. But just because it’s an entry-level camera doesn’t mean it’s a bare-bones camera. Find out why in this review!
Nikon’s retro-looking Nikon Zfc is anything but retro. Under its classic body is a host of features and amenities that make it a worthwhile compact mirrorless camera for 2024.
The Canon EOS R50 is one of the newest R-system cameras from Canon. Is it worth your money? Find out all the details you need to know in this comprehensive review.
With these simple yet effective beginner photography tips, you can avoid some of the common mistakes beginners make and get improved results with your images.
Urban photography is a genre showcasing features in urban settings. You can photograph people, architecture, mass transit, and many other subjects. Learn how to do so in this guide!
The Nikon D850 might be an older DSLR, but it was ahead of its time when it debuted in 2017. That means it still has plenty of firepower to compete with today’s powerful mirrorless cameras.
The best beginner camera isn’t the same for everyone. That means having choice is of the utmost importance. In this guide, explore five excellent beginner camera options for 2024 and beyond.
Child portrait photography is a unique undertaking requiring special skills and talents to get the best results. Start mastering this photography niche with these essential tips!
The Fujifilm XT5 is a 40MP mirrorless camera capable of 6.2K video at 30p. With those specs, it’s an ideal choice for photographers needing a camera to pull double duty for imaging and video.
Using leading lines in photography helps improve the composition by drawing viewers in and leading their eye from the foreground to the background. Explore some fine examples of this in this guide!
The Insta360 has one of the best lineups of action cams and 360-degree cameras. With these Insta360 accessories, you can elevate your photography and videography game!