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p.3 #1 · Godzilla Vs. Bambi (Hassy 39MP vs D2X)

OK, got it.
I'm exploiting this thread to answer all my own MF questions as well as 'ohhh and ahhh' at the first image posted. Thanks much for the answers!

Aug 17, 2007 at 02:45 PM

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p.3 #2 · Godzilla Vs. Bambi (Hassy 39MP vs D2X)

kdphotography wrote:
When changing lenses on a DSLR (ala 5D), the camera sensor is exposed to the open air, creating the opportunity for the dust to gather on the sensor. MFDBs remain on the back of the camera the same as the MF film back. When changing lenses, the sensor is never exposed (actually it would be the glass filter over the sensor).

In a DSLR isn't the sensor behind the shutter and not directly exposed to the open air? On the MF using either a film or digital back - what is different? Is there something else between the shutter and the sensor?

I would think in either case - allowing dirty air (air with dust) into the lens camber would allow dust to hit the sensor when the shutter is open. I don't see the difference.

Aug 17, 2007 at 03:02 PM

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p.3 #3 · Godzilla Vs. Bambi (Hassy 39MP vs D2X)

i understand the interesting aspect of this thread, but is it really that hard to believe? you get what you pay for. i can blow up pictures shot with my P&S and show just how much my 5D and L lens blow it away. if you spend 10 times as much you better get some pretty damn impressive results, like are shown here.

Aug 17, 2007 at 04:26 PM

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p.3 #4 · Godzilla Vs. Bambi (Hassy 39MP vs D2X)

A little knowledge is a dangerous thing... I thought that I would check on the price of a Digi back for my Bronica. No I didn't want to hock the house. I like your illustration..
Tom

Aug 17, 2007 at 05:42 PM

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p.3 #5 · Godzilla Vs. Bambi (Hassy 39MP vs D2X)

I agree that dynamic range and bits are important. I am always limited by the dynamic range with my 1ds2. Its the number one thing I fight when snapping a shot.

But if your a landscape and animal shooter what do you do to replace your 500-600f4 when your shooting medium? You would have to carry both cameras I guess. Thats an even more expensive solution.

I am going to rent a P45 for m next trip to Yosemite. Im going to bolt it on to my RRS pano head and shoot some wicked 2x14 panos of the park.

I will post them when I get back.

Aug 17, 2007 at 06:06 PM

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p.3 #6 · Godzilla Vs. Bambi (Hassy 39MP vs D2X)

Pffft. P*$$ take :-(
Maybe a few decades.

Aug 17, 2007 at 08:34 PM

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p.3 #7 · Godzilla Vs. Bambi (Hassy 39MP vs D2X)

... ... ... You have shown me the light........ *sniff*.... i don't know if i can go back to my 20D now. Maybe I'll have to shoot a pic with a P&S and compare that with my camera.

Aug 17, 2007 at 08:59 PM

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p.3 #8 · Godzilla Vs. Bambi (Hassy 39MP vs D2X)

what lens did you use for the Hassy and the Nikon?

Aug 17, 2007 at 09:01 PM

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p.3 #9 · Godzilla Vs. Bambi (Hassy 39MP vs D2X)

Paratima wrote:
Dayum!

And for ONLY $28,795...

Edited by Paratima on Aug 15, 2007 at 09:58 PM GMT

I just paid that much for a new car. Guess I need to sell the car and walk to all these great landscape locations with my gear.

Gordon

Aug 17, 2007 at 09:07 PM

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p.3 #10 · Godzilla Vs. Bambi (Hassy 39MP vs D2X)

madmax200 wrote:
But if your a landscape and animal shooter what do you do to replace your 500-600f4 when your shooting medium? You would have to carry both cameras I guess. Thats an even more expensive solution.
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I don't think there is a viable MFDB option for shooting wildlife----focus is generally not fast with MF, and focal lengths are limited. DSLRs are much better suited for wildlife shooting......

Aug 17, 2007 at 10:46 PM

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p.3 #11 · Godzilla Vs. Bambi (Hassy 39MP vs D2X)

I've never Dreamed of stealing anything, till now.

It's your fault I'm going into a life of crime.

Aug 18, 2007 at 01:19 AM

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p.3 #12 · Godzilla Vs. Bambi (Hassy 39MP vs D2X)

well, you get what you pay for...

Aug 18, 2007 at 05:59 PM

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p.3 #13 · Godzilla Vs. Bambi (Hassy 39MP vs D2X)

The first thing I would ask myself before buying is; how many 20x30 or larger prints do I expect to sell each year. If the answer is less than say....a few dozen, I'd save my money. That many pixels are just a waste for many practical applications like book/magazine publications. If I'm a big print afficianado, I probably would cry when looking at a 30x50 though.

Aug 18, 2007 at 06:16 PM

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p.3 #14 · Godzilla Vs. Bambi (Hassy 39MP vs D2X)

Love the comments, on resoloution. Remember when there was a race, between film and lens makers, to see if the lenses could resolve more than the film could record, and vice -versa? Sounds like we are back at the starting gate.
We win again.
Tom

Aug 18, 2007 at 07:40 PM

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p.3 #15 · Godzilla Vs. Bambi (Hassy 39MP vs D2X)

well, that's just great-now i'm gonna have to sell my home so i can buy one-it's better not knowing what medium format can do, i guess-geez-oh yeah, very nice shot by the way

daniel

Aug 18, 2007 at 08:20 PM

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p.3 #16 · Godzilla Vs. Bambi (Hassy 39MP vs D2X)

If you look at a picture of Medusa from a DSLR you think "she is ugly". If you look at a picture of Medusa from a 39MP back you turn to stone. Maybe I'll take up golf now or travel the world and paint pictures. Cheaper then buy a Phase One. Nice work...

Aug 20, 2007 at 04:02 PM

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p.3 #17 · Godzilla Vs. Bambi (Hassy 39MP vs D2X)

Roman- you made your point very well; thanks for sharing

Aug 20, 2007 at 04:29 PM

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p.3 #18 · Godzilla Vs. Bambi (Hassy 39MP vs D2X)

Thanks for posting this. If you didn't warn me first, I would have been pissed :P

Aug 20, 2007 at 04:56 PM

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p.3 #19 · Godzilla Vs. Bambi (Hassy 39MP vs D2X)

YIKES! That's so sharp it stabbed my eyes!

Aug 20, 2007 at 06:49 PM


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