Understanding Mega Pixels (MP)

Higher resolution means clearer images with more details. Resolution is the measure of the amount of details captured in a picture and it is measured in MP Mega Pixels (e.g. 16MP).

The higher pixels in your camera help attain high resolution and clearer, sharper the pictures.

High resolution images don’t lose clarity or pixelate even on zooming so that it can be printed in larger sizes.

High end DSLR cameras have a resolution of 20MP or more are ideal for photographers.

If a camera produces an image that are 3000 pixels wide x 4000 pixels long, the resolution is 3000x4000= 12000000, i.e. 12MP. This resolution is sufficient for high quality prints even on a size of 50 x 66.67 inch. The output will be still of good quality as it will have a 60 dots per inch DPI resolution.

Different resolutions modes in DSLRs by sensor size

For an APS-C or Crop Sensor DSLRs Low resolution is up to 10MP, Medium resolution 11-16 MP and High resolution 17-28 MP.

For a 35 mm or Full frame DSLRs Low resolution is up to 12MP, Medium resolution 13-24 MP and High resolution 25-56 MP.

Having a high resolution helps u for the following,

· Professionals- Allows great quality images which can be post processed, printed or sold.

· Printing- if you want to print large versions of your photos, having a camera with higher resolution will help.

· Image cropping and post processing - the more resolution gives you room to crop ad remove unnecessary elements in your photos later without losing the quality.

· Play back on other devices- if you are looking to display your photos or videos using a high definition device like as a full HD TV or projector, you should choose a camera with high resolution.