What are the differences in "color" in Canon, Nikon, SONY, and FUJIFILM photos?
Did you know that even if you take the same scenery, the "color" of the photo is completely different depending on the camera manufacturer?
In this article, we will introduce the "characteristics of color production" of the four brands of Canon, Nikon, SONY, and FUJIFILM so that even beginners can understand them.
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Canon
He specializes in gentle and warm "human skin color".
Canon has long been known for its "colors that make people's skin look beautiful".
This is one of the reasons why portrait takers prefer Canon.
・Overall "warm" color
・Natural and soft skin color
・The red and orange colors are just a little strong, and the evening view is beautiful
・It is easy to create a "gentle" impression of the photo at the moment you see
portraits, family photos, weddings, etc.
Nikon
Dark, deep color. Natural scenery
Nikon's colors are characterized by "solid coloration" such as "deep green" and "dark blue".
This is one of the reasons why portrait takers prefer Canon.
・He is good at reproducing green and blue, and the scenery is dramatic
・The gradation of shadows (stickiness in the dark areas) is strong, and the blacks are tight
・Strong contrast and sharp
・Astringent hard color
*A manufacturer that is popular among people who take pictures of landscapes such as mountains, seas, and night views.
SONY
neutral and easy to compensate. Also popular with video
SONY is the center of the mirrorless market.
The colors are "Neutral".
- White is clear and refreshing
・Low contrast and high editing resistance
・The skin is slightly thinner (it has been improved with recent updates)
・Strong video profiles such as S-Log
*For this reason, it is often said that it is for people who edit later rather than taking pictures.
It is suitable for SNS, YouTube, Vlog, event photography, etc.
FUJIFILM
Anyway, "the painting is beautiful". Film-like color
Features > ・The color is not too dark or too light, just the right atmosphere
・Soft film-like texture
・Beautiful expression of green and red
・The tone is moist and gives a "sense of story"
Travel, Cafe, Portrait, Street Snap...
Anyway, a manufacturer that is "fun to shoot and put out".
Conclusion
The "color seasoning" varies depending on the manufacturer, so the impression of the photo will change greatly depending on which brand you choose.
・I want to take beautiful pictures of people → Canon
・I like dramatic scenery → Nikon
・I want to make it my own color by editing → SONY
・Stylish "take a picture" → FUJIFILM
Finding a manufacturer that suits your tastes will make your shooting even more fun!
