SP-100ee another selection of samples ( 9 images)

tron555 wrote:

Henry Falkner wrote:

KEV1N wrote:

I understand there is no problem with the camera, and that a larger sensor is able to render a better amount of detail.

The discussion here is relating to the way these small sensors render detail, and compare like for like sensor size. Some do it better, or with a more pleasing look than others.

The upshot is, for landscapes the 1/2.3 BSI-CMOS sensor is not ideal. I did a quick run-around yesterday to illustrate the situation with my SH-50 -

The horizon at 100% viewing shows over-sharpening, but the trees are mush -

I totally agree with you, for landscape pictures the 1/2.3" sensors are NOT the right size sensors to use. Unless you can deal with mush for trees, leaves, grass, mountains, etc, a much larger sensor is necessary. It all comes down to how much of a compromise you are willing to accept in IQ and sharpness. There are plenty of used m4/3 and APC-S cameras and long range lenses that will give you much better/sharper IQ than 1/2.3" sensors. Yes, you will need to spend a bit more money, but you will be much more satisfied with you pictures, especially if you print them. They will also not be quite as small, light or convenient, but thats life. If landscape and wildlife is what you shoot most, that is what you will need to use which will give you much better pictures. All superzoom cameras are not 'pocketable' anyway, so what is the difference, a few ounces and inches to carry?

If I were specifically interested in landscapes, I would look at larger sensors, possibly a different brand as well.

Well said, life is too short and you only live once, get something that you will be proud of and enjoy yourself, your worth it!!!

You are a bit off topic for this thread. Yes I agree with what you say, it is a well known fact about better cameras and larger sensors.

Do you not agree that some small sensor cameras render detail better than others.

Kev

My SH-50 does the jobs I bought it for - and for Gannets In Flight and the moon, the red dot sight in the SP-100EE would make life a lot easier. But neither is good for serious landscape stuff.

You can say that again.

Henry

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