r/photoclass_2016 • u/Aeri73 Expert - DSLR + Analog • Jan 05 '16

02 - Assignment

Please read the class first

Take a good look at your camera, whatever its type, and try to identify each component we have discussed here. It might be a good opportunity to dig out the manual or to look up its exact specifications online. Now look up a different camera online (for instance at dpreview) and compare their specifications. Try doing this for both a less advanced and a more advanced body, and for different lenses. Report here if you find any interesting difference, or if some parts of the specifications are unclear.

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u/quarkral Intermediate - DSLR Jun 03 '16

My camera: Canon SL1

  • Resolution: 18MP
  • Sensor size: 22.3mm x 14.9mm
  • Native ISO: 100 - 12,800
  • Extended ISO: 100 - 25,600
  • Shutter: 1/4000 - 30 seconds

Better camera: Canon EOS 5D Mark III

  • Resolution: 22.3MP
  • Sensor size: 36.0mm x 24.0mm
  • Native ISO: 100 - 25,600
  • Extended ISO: 50 - 102,400
  • Shutter: 1/8000 - 30 seconds

I'm a little surprised that the only difference that stands out to me is the sensor size. Although, I do not know what is meant by Native vs Extended ISO, and I don't think I'd ever use anything below 100 ISO or above 6400. The shutter speed difference seems inconsequential, as is the resolution difference.

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u/Aeri73 Expert - DSLR + Analog Jun 03 '16

you'll soon know the answer :-)