Showing posts with label full frame vs APS-C. Show all posts
Showing posts with label full frame vs APS-C. Show all posts

Monday, 4 July 2016

Differences Between Full-frame and APS-C Format DSLR Cameras Explained

There are two different format types of DSLR cameras or Digital Single Lens Reflex cameras, referred to as either:

·         Full-frame
·         APS-C

The  Full-frame or APS-C format on  DSLR refers to the type of sensor that is incorporated into the camera, i.e. the type of light-sensitive electronic device that records the image.

A full-frame DSLR has the same size frame of a 35mm film negative frame, whereas an APS-C DSLR sees a smaller angle of view but with a longer reach.



Both types of DSLRs have their advantages and disadvantages.  Let’s take a look at how these different DSLR formats work and how they affect the results you get: