![]() ![]() So on a crop sensor, this is now behaving like an 80 millimeter lens on a full frame sensor. To figure out what the millimeter equivalent the lens is now behaving as, we times the focal length of the lens, 50 millimeters, by the 1.6 crop factor and get 80 millimeters. So it now no longer shows the same field of view the 50 millimeter lens did on a full frame sensor. Now let's say you take that lens and put it on a crop sensor that has a crop factor of 1.6. On a full frame sensor, this lens behaves normally and will show the normal field of view for a 50 millimeter lens. So to figure this out, we have to get a little nerdy and get into dare I say it math. And this can play a big factor in deciding which sensor size to go with, because it can get tricky when trying to figure out what the field of view of a lens on a crop sensor will actually be. So it will show less of the image or field of view that you'd see on a full frame camera. You're probably like, okay, but what does this all really mean? Well, this means that when using a crop sensor, your image will essentially be cropped. ![]() In this example, the full frame sensor is 1.6 times wider and taller than the APSC crop sensor. For our purposes, let's use a cannon, APSC crop sensor that's 22 millimeters by 14 millimeters. A crop sensor can be anything from 22 millimeters by 14 millimeters all the way down to an iPhone, which is 4.5 millimeters to 3.4 millimeters different cameras have different crop factors, so make sure you do your research before buying. A full frame sensor is 36 millimeters by 24 millimeters, which also happens to be the same size as 35 millimeter film. But when it comes time to picking one, do you choose full frame or a crop sensor? Can you even tell the difference? Well, let's go over some of the pros and cons for each, so you can decide which sensor size fits your filmmaking best.įirst we have to go over the actual dimensions of a full frame and crop sensor. Tokina makes lenses for both CROP SENSOR and FULL FRAME cameras.As a DIY filmmaker, you probably are already considering shooting your film on a DSLR or mirrorless camera. It can also be very effective for nature, wildlife and sports photography due to the extra reach gained from the crop sensor multiplier. While a crop sensor DSLR doesn’t provide the same level of image quality as a full frame DSLR, it does offers major advantages when it comes to cost and weight. If you shoot in natural and available light, you’ll also want to check out a full frame body too. Photographers who enjoy shooting landscapes and architecture that are suited for wider focal lengths, will definitely want to use a full frame body. Another advantage of going with a full-frame system is there is a greater variety of lenses made for full frame. Most lenses made for full-frame systems cost more and weigh more because they are higher quality. Shooting full-frame you get the benefit of a shallower depth of field. Generally, a full frame sensor can provide a broader dynamic range and better low light/high ISO performance yielding a higher quality image than a crop sensor. ![]() When a Nikon 50mm f/1.4 lens is attached to that Nikon DSLR, the focal length is multiplied by 1.5x and effectively acts like a 75mm lens on a full frame DSLR. The amount of difference in focal length with a crop sensor is measured by its “Multiplier.” For example, a Nikon APS-C crop sensor has a 1.5x multiplier. If you are using a crop sensor camera the sensor is basically cropping out the edges of the frame, which increases the focal length. Lenses designed for smaller sensors are generally smaller and less expensive than lenses for full-frame cameras.įocal length measurements on lenses are based on 35mm the field of view. When considering a camera system, whether crop-sensor or full-frame, it’s not just the size of the camera that you will need to keep in mind but the size and price of the accompanying lenses as well. Aside from the difference in physical size of the sensor, there are several other differences between a crop sensor and a full frame sensor that you should consider. The common types of crop sensor include APS-C and micro 4/3 systems. Crop sensor refers to any sensor smaller than the 35mm film frame. Full frame sensors have the same dimensions as 35mm film or 24mm x 36mm, which is the standard size. The term “full frame” or “crop” refers to sensor size. ![]()
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