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- The Netherlands
My question comes from seeing the work of Edward Burtynsnky and Mitch Epstein, to name just two great photographers that use large-format 4x5" film to get incredible detail in their photos, which is an essential characteristic in their work.
Today's sensors have come a long way in resolution and dynamic range, so I'm wondering: is a state-of-the-art 24x36mm sensor able to capture the same amount of detail as a 4x5" negative or slide (whichever does better)? I'm not talking about color rendition, tonal scale etc., purely about resolution and noise/grain. And if a 24x36mm sensor doesn't cut it, what sensor size would be comparable to 4x5" film?
Today's sensors have come a long way in resolution and dynamic range, so I'm wondering: is a state-of-the-art 24x36mm sensor able to capture the same amount of detail as a 4x5" negative or slide (whichever does better)? I'm not talking about color rendition, tonal scale etc., purely about resolution and noise/grain. And if a 24x36mm sensor doesn't cut it, what sensor size would be comparable to 4x5" film?