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5D MK3 vs. D800 - fredmiranda
Gothmoth:
both tests are interesting i think.
as a guy who always goes for best image quality the D800 looks incredible.
im not so much a high iso shooter.
i have to give it to sony... the sensor is fantastic!
the 5D MK2 was a game changer in video.. the D800 is nearly as impressive for stills i think.
http://www.fredmiranda.com/5DIII-D800/
--- Quote ---There is no question that the D800 does not disappoint in signal to noise ratio (SNR) at low ISO and has higher dynamic range. I'm still shocked by the differences.
I know this is disappointing for Canon shooters but on the bright side, there is a workaround if you shoot RAW. Start by overexposing (up to 1 stop) above the correct exposure before taking your shot and then normalize the exposure later in software. This gives you the correct exposure but the shadow detail is much cleaner, just in case you need to push it a stop or two. Alternatively you could use ISO L (50) for low contrast situations whenever lighting and wind conditions allow. However, make sure that there is no clipping in the highlights (blinkies) because essentially when you are using ISO 50, you are already compromising highlight detail by about one stop. I've used this workaround for many years and have been happy with the results.
In regards to the Nikon D800 handing of noise in the shadow areas, I have to say it's nothing short of amazing! Kudos to Sony and Nikon for the new sensor partnership. The Exmor sensor is exceptional and there is so much detail in the shadows. I can push the shadows more than 4 stops without any hint of color noise. WOW! Let's just say the D800 sensor is a breakthrough in sensor technology.
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here are some more examples of what the D800 can do.
http://www.luminous-landscape.com/reviews/cameras/nikon_d800__e_initial_impressions.shtml
canon has to move into faster gear and work on it´s sensors.
low iso quality is as important as high iso quality.
i have not thought it.. but i will not deny it.... i realy like the D800 for it´s image quality.
that said, privatly i will stay with canon.
Razor2012:
--- Quote from: Gothmoth on April 27, 2012, 05:44:57 PM ---both tests are interesting i think.
as a guy who always goes for best image quality the D800 looks incredible.
im not so much a low light shooter.
i have to give it to sony... the sensor is fantastic!
the 5D MK2 was a game changer in video.. the D800 is nearly as impressive for stills i think.
http://www.fredmiranda.com/5DIII-D800/
--- Quote ---There is no question that the D800 does not disappoint in signal to noise ratio (SNR) at low ISO and has higher dynamic range. I'm still shocked by the differences.
I know this is disappointing for Canon shooters but on the bright side, there is a workaround if you shoot RAW. Start by overexposing (up to 1 stop) above the correct exposure before taking your shot and then normalize the exposure later in software. This gives you the correct exposure but the shadow detail is much cleaner, just in case you need to push it a stop or two. Alternatively you could use ISO L (50) for low contrast situations whenever lighting and wind conditions allow. However, make sure that there is no clipping in the highlights (blinkies) because essentially when you are using ISO 50, you are already compromising highlight detail by about one stop. I've used this workaround for many years and have been happy with the results.
In regards to the Nikon D800 handing of noise in the shadow areas, I have to say it's nothing short of amazing! Kudos to Sony and Nikon for the new sensor partnership. The Exmor sensor is exceptional and there is so much detail in the shadows. I can push the shadows more than 4 stops without any hint of color noise. WOW! Let's just say the D800 sensor is a breakthrough in sensor technology.
--- End quote ---
here are some more examples of what the D800 can do.
http://www.luminous-landscape.com/reviews/cameras/nikon_d800__e_initial_impressions.shtml
canon has to move into faster gear and work on it´s sensors.
low iso quality is as important as high iso quality.
i have not thought it.. but i will not deny it.... i realy like the D800 for it´s image quality.
that said, privatly i will stay with canon.
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Not enough to make you cross over though? ;)
briansquibb:
http://www.robgalbraith.com/bins/content_page.asp?cid=7-11676-12544
Mt Spokane Photography:
I have one coming, and I do low light photography, but not at huge print sizes. I'm keeping my Canon lenses, but i'd like to find out just how good the images are. i've never been happy with my landscape photography, so I'll give it a try.
If I don't like it, I can always sell it, likely for more than it cost.
Gothmoth:
--- Quote from: Razor2012 on April 27, 2012, 06:30:59 PM ---Not enough to make you cross over though? ;)
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i have the luck that i sell them both.
but for private use im a canon guy since my childhood.
so i hope canon will release something as impressive for low iso.
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