fullformatskamera

A full-format camera is a type of camera that uses a sensor or film format that is larger than the 35mm standard. The term "full-format" is often used interchangeably with "medium format," although the latter specifically refers to cameras using 6x6cm or 6x4.5cm film. Full-format cameras typically use sensors or film sizes that range from 4x5 inches to 8x10 inches, offering higher resolution and greater dynamic range compared to smaller formats.

The larger sensor size allows for greater detail and better low-light performance. This makes full-format cameras popular among professional photographers, especially those working in fields such as landscape, architecture, and fine art photography. The increased resolution also provides more flexibility in post-processing, allowing for greater cropping and resizing without significant loss of quality.

Full-format cameras can be either film-based or digital. Film-based full-format cameras use large sheets of photographic film, which are loaded into the camera and exposed one sheet at a time. Digital full-format cameras use large sensors, such as the 44.2 x 33.2mm sensor found in the Hasselblad X1D II 50C, which offers a resolution of 50.4 megapixels.

Despite their advantages, full-format cameras are generally more expensive and complex to use than smaller formats. They often require specialized lenses and accessories, and the larger size of the film or sensor can make them less portable. However, for professionals who require the highest possible image quality, full-format cameras remain a valuable tool.