Digital Camera Sensor Size

This topic deserves much more time than I can give it right now.  However, I like this comparison by dpreview, so I include it here for my reference and you to use.  Sensor Sizes.

The picture makes it easier to see the difference between a 16mp 1/2.33, 4/3, APS-C and Full Frame.  Wow!  Same number of pixels, spread further apart.  Thus, the reason a compact camera with a small sensor shows more noise than one with a larger sensor.

I will be posting more about the noise as it relates to the Leica X series verses the M-8.  My wish list includes an M-Monochrome, but that will have to wait until they are used! ... Read More!

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Focus versus Exposure

Focus or exposure, which is the most important? Some might even wonder why ask the question when both are critical to a great print. I would even venture to include modern movement photography where the focus may be blurred on purpose because even then the focus is a conscious decision. However, when photographing moments, as opposed to still life, quick decisions are made sometimes at the expense of others. Here I describe Which I believe is more critical based on countless rejects that would have been great photos.

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