[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ] Camera

full-frame

A camera sensor the same size as a 35mm film frame.

Also known as: full frame sensor

Full Definition & Technical Explanation

Full-frame describes a sensor as large as a 35mm film frame, giving better low-light performance and shallower depth of field than smaller sensors.

See APS-C.

Where full-frame Matters

Frequently Asked Questions

What is full-frame?

A camera sensor the same size as a 35mm film frame.

What terms are related to full-frame?

Related Camera terms include Tetra2, 1-inch sensor.

Related Technical Terms

Tetra2
Samsung's 16-to-1 pixel-binning technology for very high-resolution sensors. Camera
1-inch sensor
A large camera sensor used in premium camera phones. Camera
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