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Sensor sizes at a glance
Three formats dominate DSLR and mirrorless cameras…
Full-frame (36 x 24mm)
These imaging sensors have similar proportions to a frame of 35mm film.
APS-C (≈ 25.1 x 16.7mm)
Based on the Advanced Photo System film format from the 1990s.
Micro Four-Thirds (17.3 x 13mm)
The 4:3 aspect ratio allows smaller and lighter lenses to be used.
