NOISE
I am not resizing any of the files of the different FF cams. I see them on screen as they were made.
- Friend has 1DX = 18mp = capturing more light = less noise at higher iso
- Friend has 5d Mark III = 22mp = capturing less light = more noise at higher iso
- I have 6d = 20mp = capturing more light = less noise at higher iso
Classification from less to more noise: 1DX (18mp), 6d (20mp), 5d Mark III (22mp)
SHARPNESS @ iso 100:
Reference image size = 1DX = 5184 x 3456, resizing the others to that image size
Classification from less to more sharpness @ iso 100: 1DX (18mp), 6d (20mp), 5d Mark III (22mp)
SHARPNESS @ iso 6400:
Reference image size = 1DX = 5184 x 3456, resizing the others to that image size
Classification from less to more sharpness @ iso 6400: 5d Mark III (22mp), 6d (20mp), 1DX (18mp)
The problem with going in the higher iso's is that the higher pixel densy sensor is noisier at full resolution, and the lower pixel density sensor is noise cleaner (less muddy) = sharper image.
I'm taking pictures in mostly dark rooms (read: seminars, congresses, colloquiums, meetings on international and European level).
I won't buy the 1DX, because i am not a professional photographer (I don't make a living of it). But I got extra paid in money and spare time by my boss for the extra service of photographing and Raw development time which I do at home.
The 40D (3x), 6D with 24-105, and sharp primes, and Tripod deliver me the pictures that people want, that they can use in magazines and on their websites.
The only reason I bought the 6D (still use you my 40D's) is better usable higher iso, higher dynamic range, higher print resolution.
(BUT DON'T FORGET: GETTING A GROUP OF 2 TO 4 PEOPLE SCHARP: crop sensor f5, 6; full sensor f8.0. VERY IMPORTANT!!!)
One thing very essential, always shoot raw, get an ips monitor or for mac Retina display (non glossy and calibrate the displays) and develop a raw work flow with your image treatment application at different iso settings for every different cam you got.
I'm not looking for an endless discussing, only writing my experience. Just hoping that it has some value for the people that need some extra info.
I am not resizing any of the files of the different FF cams. I see them on screen as they were made.
- Friend has 1DX = 18mp = capturing more light = less noise at higher iso
- Friend has 5d Mark III = 22mp = capturing less light = more noise at higher iso
- I have 6d = 20mp = capturing more light = less noise at higher iso
Classification from less to more noise: 1DX (18mp), 6d (20mp), 5d Mark III (22mp)
SHARPNESS @ iso 100:
Reference image size = 1DX = 5184 x 3456, resizing the others to that image size
Classification from less to more sharpness @ iso 100: 1DX (18mp), 6d (20mp), 5d Mark III (22mp)
SHARPNESS @ iso 6400:
Reference image size = 1DX = 5184 x 3456, resizing the others to that image size
Classification from less to more sharpness @ iso 6400: 5d Mark III (22mp), 6d (20mp), 1DX (18mp)
The problem with going in the higher iso's is that the higher pixel densy sensor is noisier at full resolution, and the lower pixel density sensor is noise cleaner (less muddy) = sharper image.
I'm taking pictures in mostly dark rooms (read: seminars, congresses, colloquiums, meetings on international and European level).
I won't buy the 1DX, because i am not a professional photographer (I don't make a living of it). But I got extra paid in money and spare time by my boss for the extra service of photographing and Raw development time which I do at home.
The 40D (3x), 6D with 24-105, and sharp primes, and Tripod deliver me the pictures that people want, that they can use in magazines and on their websites.
The only reason I bought the 6D (still use you my 40D's) is better usable higher iso, higher dynamic range, higher print resolution.
(BUT DON'T FORGET: GETTING A GROUP OF 2 TO 4 PEOPLE SCHARP: crop sensor f5, 6; full sensor f8.0. VERY IMPORTANT!!!)
One thing very essential, always shoot raw, get an ips monitor or for mac Retina display (non glossy and calibrate the displays) and develop a raw work flow with your image treatment application at different iso settings for every different cam you got.
I'm not looking for an endless discussing, only writing my experience. Just hoping that it has some value for the people that need some extra info.
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