They just keep upping the MP's on these new cams

David_S85David_S85 Administrators Posts: 13,167 moderator
edited January 22, 2015 in Cameras
The world’s largest camera is now one step closer to becoming a reality. The 3.2-gigapixel camera being built for the Large Synoptic Survey Telescope (LSST) in Chile has secured the funding it needs to ensure it will go into operation according to schedule....

http://petapixel.com/2015/01/15/worlds-largest-powerful-camera-gets-funding-3-2-gigapixel-sky-photos/#more-156000

Wow! Sensor envy anyone? And I wonder just how far pro equipment will develop by the time this rig comes online? Will 3.2 Gig even sound like a big deal in 2022? In light capturing ability - sure, it will win because of its overall area. But we already have 3 gig photos to look at online now that are stitched.
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