Apr 29, 2012, 19:43
Very interesting - here's a comparison video by The Camera Store, to see whether the D800 can compete with a Hasselblad.
http://www.petapixel.com/2012/04/29/niko...son-video/
Bit of a funny moment at around the 7 min mark when the person holding the boom mic faints... oops!
But from their general comments it sounds like the Hasselblad does produce more resolution and detail, and better range in the tones. But here's the catch -- it's not by much. So the D800 does represent amazing value compared to medium format.
http://www.petapixel.com/2012/04/29/niko...son-video/
Quote: This video, done by The Camera Store with help from Roth and Ramberg, is sure to stir up some controversy. One side will say that 35mm couldn’t possibly compete with medium format, while the other will point out that the price difference makes the whole debate moot. In a way, they’re both right; but this comparison video does a great job of pointing out the benefits and pitfalls of each camera when it comes to skin tone, low light performance, and dynamic range.
Bit of a funny moment at around the 7 min mark when the person holding the boom mic faints... oops!
But from their general comments it sounds like the Hasselblad does produce more resolution and detail, and better range in the tones. But here's the catch -- it's not by much. So the D800 does represent amazing value compared to medium format.