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Medium Format Cameras
Medium format cameras are often regarded as the epitome of photographic quality, featuring larger sensors with a lower pixel density. This is one of the defining attributes of cleaner, high quality images, which you can capture with a medium format camera. Historically users have been professional portrait, fashion, architectural and product photographers, however a new generation are now embracing this format, thanks to the availability of more compact and affordable cameras.
Fujifilm GFX 100S II Medium Format Mirrorless Camera Body
Fujifilm GFX 100S Medium Format Mirrorless Camera Body Ex Demo
Browse the highest quality digital cameras available in the world today, including Hasselblad medium format, Fujifilm medium format GFX system, Leica S System and Pentax 645 cameras. These all include larger image sensors than those found in full-frame cameras and plenty of technology for content creators. New generation medium format cameras can record high quality 4K+ video, have advanced AF systems and in-body stabilisation, for sharper images and videos.
Larger medium format sensors can deliver unparalleled image quality, thanks in part to compatible medium format lenses. This combination of large sensor and high quality lenses renders edge-to-edge sharpness, essential for resolutions as high as 100 megapixels, as found in Fuji’s GFX 100S, their best medium format camera.
Medium format camera systems are rapidly becoming more compact, portable and versatile, allowing photographers from all genres to achieve higher levels of image quality. Whether you shoot street photography, architectural images or portraits, a medium format camera can provide results which set your work apart. This is why many of world’s best known professional photographers use medium format systems. Visit the 500px medium format portrait gallery for stunning examples from all brands to see what is possible with this high-end format.
Park Cameras are proud to provide a comprehensive range of UK stock medium format cameras with free delivery on orders over £50. You can also browse our range of second-hand cameras, including used medium format film cameras.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a medium format camera?
What is a medium format camera?
A medium format camera is a camera which either has a larger digital sensor than a full-frame camera, or uses film, which is larger than standard 35mm. It is possible to achieve higher image quality with a larger sensor, as it gathers more light and shows more detail.
How to shoot medium format?
How to shoot medium format?
The process of shooting medium format is similar to other cameras. The main considerations include the need to stabilise the camera for sharp images from high resolutions and the shallower depth of field a larger sensor captures. Medium format aspect ratio is typically 4x5, rather than the most common 4x6.
What is the difference between full-frame and medium format?
What is the difference between full-frame and medium format?
The difference between full-frame and medium format is primarily the sensor size. Full-frame cameras have a 24mm x 36mm sensor, which is 4x6 format, whereas medium format sensors are usually 43.8mm x32.9mm, which is a 4x5 format.