Nikon has used a separate image sensor chip for the matrix metering
system since the F5. It is probably much easier to use that for dual
purpose than saddling the actual image sensor with more duties than
getting a good image. I think Canon does the same. So full time live
view is likely to become common.
Winsor
Long Beach, CA
USA
On Aug 23, 2007, at 5:26 AM, Chuck Norcutt wrote:
> Sounds like the DSLR is creeping closer and closer to interline sensor
> type functionality which gives full time live view. I think it will
> happen if someone can figure out how to make an interline sensor with
> ISO performance as good as full frame sensor designs. Actually, it
> could be done now if the maker is willing to sacrifice a stop or
> two on
> the upper ISO rating. But would it still be designed as an SLR?
==============================================
List usage info: http://www.zuikoholic.com
List nannies: olympusadmin@xxxxxxxxxx
==============================================
|