John Francis wrote:
Keith Whaley mused:
So, a 6 MP and especially an 8 or 10 MP camera is only for bragging rights, not for increased excellence in my photographic output...
Assuming you always print full-frame, of course.
However...explain what you mean by "full frame" with a digital image, so as to avoid any misunderstanding on my part.
Without cropping.
Those extra megapixels let you get a 5x7 print from a smaller part of the original total image area, which can be useful on occasions.
I agree. On occasion.
When I was doing all film, mostly 35mm, I'd crop in the viewfinder, and/or use a zoom.
The usual shot was pretty much framed as I wanted it. A little extra on the outside, but not much.
With digital, I _thought_ my technique was about the same for capturing the image, but since I CAN crop easily, I more often do!
Very odd. Give me a tool and I'll use it! <g>
Oh well, I've been shooting film casually since the mid-40s. <g>
Now, I shoot more and have set film aside for the moment. It's a whole new world out there.
SO much to learn!
keith whaley
