Full-frame cameras have long been the cameras of choice for photographers looking for optimum image quality and performance, without stretching to pricy mediumformat outfits, and a growing range is now available at more affordable prices.
Compared with APS-C or even smaller image sensors, full-frame sensors enable individual pixels to be physically larger, so they can gather more light. This gives the potential for relatively noise-free image quality, even at very high ISO settings. Alternatively, camera makers can pack full-frame sensors with more megapixels, for ultimate retention of fine detail and texture. Full-frame cameras also enable a much tighter depth of field for portraiture and still-life. Here we’ll look at full-frame DSLRs from Canon, Nikon and Pentax, plus two non-DSLR options from Sony.
Canon EOS 6D £1,400/$1,700
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