"How to Choose Best Digital SLR Upgrade"
Lab tests by DxOMark suggest that spending the upgrade money on a premium lens can produce a significant gain in image quality.
"To DxOMark’s credit, users can get as much or as little information as they like. In fact, in an “Overview” tab, those that want to see a single number, get a single “simple” number."
"DxOMark [...] is not really a classic review site: there is no real hand-written text explaining what is good or bad and when/why you should care. DxO tries to fulfill the need for simple answers by using clear color schemes (green is good) and generating a handful of simple ratings so that you can see “who wins” and by how much."
"DxO Mark now offers lens technical test data and you can mix and match lenses with camera bodies"
"DxO's understanding of digital imaging and optics, plus how to measure their performance, is to a very high standard. "
"[…] the upgraded DxOMark should be a very handy tool for anyone interested in DSLR camera and lens technical performance."
"Fortunately, the photography community now has a tool online that helps us determine how high we can go, ISO-wise, with specific cameras before the digital noise is too much."
Stephen Shankland explains why DxOMark is different and how.
"[DxOMark] has got some significant differences over established reviews sites. First, it adds a parameter the others lack, transmission, which measures how much light actually makes it through the lens. [...] Second--and this is the bigger difference--the tests show how each lens works on a wide range of camera bodies [...] Seeing how a lens works differently on different bodies can help inform prospective buyers whether a high-end lens is worth its premium on a lower-end camera, or how well an existing lens collection will work on a new camera body."
"DXOMark has just dropped a nuclear bomb on the world of technical data-driven camera gear evaluations."
"If you are into ranking, you will be thrilled with their lens rankings."
"Another great benefit of this new feature is that you can compare up to three lenses side-by-side. This is HUGE if for example you are looking for lenses for a specific DSLR/iLC. "
"This is a fantastic resource for photographers to learn more about the optical performance of many lenses and make informed purchasing decisions."
"DxOMark's lens testing is unique in the fact that lenses are lab tested on many different camera bodies to give users real-world information about how this particular lens performs when matched with that particular camera."
"Another cool feature of DxOMark are the Use Case scores based on different photography styles including portraiture, reportage, landscape, and more. All in all, there's a ton of data available on DxOMark.com for interested photographers to sift through to help them make informed lens purchasing decisions–from the simple Stars and Score numbers to advanced graphs and plotted data for really getting yourself into the thick of things when comparing various lens and camera combinations."
Adorama adopts DxOMark's test results for its Buying Guide
"Test results are a new feature to this article, and are based on objective measurements provided by DxOMark's state-of-the art camera test facility, with their permission."
The article to tell you why the Canon Rebel T2i should be your first DSLR, using and interpreting DxOMark test results.
The Outdoor Photographer uses DxOMark test results to analyze the quality of Nikon’s camera sensors.
Brad Hill makes a field test and presents four ways how to take photos with 400mm Nikkor lenses.
Pentax K-x review uses the DxOMark's "objective RAW sensor evaluation" to compare the Pentax K-x with a couple of selected cameras (Canon EOS 550D and Nikon D5000). "[…] a DxOMark comparison makes the point more succinctly than any number of mouthwatering technical specs."
Pentax K-x – taking shots at Nikon and Canon
"Objective data detailing how various cameras perform on important measures of image quality is available at www.dxomark.com and I primarily relied upon the DXO data, which is an industry standard."
Dphoto.it summarizes DxOMark results for the newest Leica M9 and invites readers to visit DxOMark website (Italian only).
"DxOMark, di proprietà della società francese produttrice di software professionali DxO Labs, è ormai conosciuto dalla maggior parte degli appassionati di fotografia digitale grazie alla classifica (contestata, discutibile ma comunque interessante per vedere come si comportano i sensori delle macchine digitali) online che comprende ormai una buona parte delle fotocamere più interessanti in commercio."
DSLR Magazine presents Leica M9 in comparison with Leica M8 using DxOMark test results and interpretations (Spanish only).
Leica M9: sensor RAW
"DxOMark is one of the few objective means of comparing cameras..."
" […] it’s clear that DxOMark ratings are useful when buying a new camera, and that the process is technically valid."
This review outlines DxOMark's benefits and provides a thorough comparison of several DSLR cameras based on DxOMark Scores.
Italian website dphoto.it compares Pentax K-x and Canon 7D using DxOMark results (Italian only).
"[…] i test effettuati da DxOMark e la classifica delle migliori fotocamere in base al sensore aggiungono pepe al dibattito tra appassionati."
"Nella classifica più chiacchierata del web, per quanto riguarda la fotografia digitale, sono entrate anche tante altre nuove macchine."
Get The Picure presents DxOMark and briefly explains how to use it as a buyer's guide.
"DxOMark […] it’s a great tool for photo enthusiasts and pros alike, a real-world comparison of RAW sensor performance before in-camera image processing."
Mason Resnick compares Pentax K-x and K7, translating and interpreting DxOMark results.
"DxOMark measures sensor quality by analyzing RAW image data based on thousands of images shot under both lab and 'real life' conditions."
Youbook.fr briefly presents DxOMark (French only).
"DxOMark.com est un site de comparaisons des performances d'appareils photo numériques réflex sur plus de 45 modèles en utilisant le fichier RAW de ces derniers."
"DxOMark [...] réalise aussi une mesure globale de la performance des appareils, avec le DxOMark Sensor. Cette nouvelle échelle agrège en une seule valeur l’ensemble des mesures complexes de Dxomark.com, ce qui facilite la comparaison de la qualité globale des appareils photo."
Mason Resnick compares three amateur DSLRs: the Nikon D5000, the Canon Rebel T2i and the Pentax K-x, using and interpreting DxOMark's test conclusions.
"DxOMark known for some of the most scientific camera tests in the world..."
"... their software is used by many top magazines and Web sites for analyzing camera and lens performance".
Jason Dunn, from Digital Home Thoughts compares cameras based on DxOMark results.
Robin discovers DxOMark and makes a comparison between the latest line-ups of near-top professional-level DSLRs from Canon and Nikon.
"I was quite shocked to find out what this DXOmark testing system has to conclude."
"DXOmark has a lot of interesting stories to tell."
The article reviews Panasonic sensor evolution. "DxOMark suggest Four Thirds sensor technology has made a big leap in performance; Could the Four Thirds Achilles Heel soon be consigned to history?"
"DxOMark.com recently tested the RAW image file performance of the GH1 and discovered that its noise, dynamic range, and colour reproduction performance was significantly better than any previous LiveMOS sensor. Pixel for pixel, DxOMark rates the GH1's sensor at the same level as the 18 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor of the Canon EOS-7D. "
The article overviews dramatic improvements in camera technology over the last 10 years, focusing on Nikon, all by using DxOMark data.
Nikon’s greatest hits, 1999-2009
Photomag.it informs their readers about the DxOMark’s web site and highlights its purpose (Italian only).
"DxoMark è un interessantissimo sito dove vengono misurate e testate le caratteristiche dei sensori delle fotocamere digitali. Sul sito è possibile confrontare i risultati delle prove di ogni sensore, la cui valutazione è effettuata con un metodo specifico."
Dave Etchells provides his own insights on advanced compact performances in light of DxOMark scores.
"Based on their DxOMark sensor metric, DxO notes that compact-camera sensor performance generally is now "only 1 to 2 stops away from entry-level DSLRs." DxO also tried normalizing their DxOMark Sensor data to factor out the effect of differences in sensor size.
It also has to be pointed out that the DxOMark Sensor figure of merit is a composite one, computed from separate scores for Color Depth, Dynamic Range and High-ISO performance, and the specific weighting between these isn't stated."
Cnet's review of latest Sony A700, A300 and A200 based on dxomark.com image quality data.
"The DxOMark score measures sensor performance based on the raw file, a foundation for overall image quality but only a facet of a camera's overall performance. "
"The company postponed scoring the A700 because until the newer version 4.0 of its firmware, the camera performed noise-reduction processing on the green light captured by the sensor before generating the raw file".
Sony A700 compared to its counterpart Canon EOS 50D and Nikon D90.
"DxO Labs does something quite tricky: Quantifies the quality of an image sensor's performance, so you can look at a neat number grade for a quick gauge."
Michael Reichmann introduces an excel-based tool from Mark Segal to help choosing a digital camera considering price, resolution and DxOMark score all together.
“The advent of dxomark.com, with its thorough, accurate and objective data, marks a major milestone in digital photography. Photographers now have a powerful resource to help them understand—on their own, with no marketing hype—the properties that make up a particular RAW sensor’s flavor.”
Kai Thon, Photography Editor at digIT.no who also runs the DIWALabs (www.diwalabs.org) provides translation of the DxOMark scale and metrics explanation to Norwegian. A great thank you to Kai for disseminating dxomark.com content to Norwegian’s photo community!
"Quality vs. Value". Michael Reichmann describes the relationship between the quality and the price of a camera by using the DxOMark chart which compares price to performance.
"Full-frame DSLR Shoot-out: How good are they?"
Adorama Imaging Resource Center publishes a comprehensive digital camera body review based on dxomark.com objective test results.
dxomark.com becomes a reference for RAW-based image quality all across Europe. digit.no, the well-known Norvegian Photo site now refers to dxomark data for its digital camera reviews.
Read latest Nikon D3x review based on dxomark data and ranking.
"DxO Labs Measurements show that the Nikon D3x is the first camera that truly deliver more than 12-bit color depth."
For Italian readers. DxOMark is used for the ranking of Nikon D3x
Cnet's review of latest Nikon D3x based on dxomark.com image quality data.
"Nikon's new SLR leads the pack for sensor quality"
"DxO has real chops in the testing business; the company makes a business selling analytical tools and services to camera makers and others. Don't confuse the DxOMark results with a full evaluation of a camera, though; other significant factors include autofocus, in-camera processing, durability, optics, interface, accessories, customer support, and availability of third-party and used lenses."
dxomark.com is now a reference all around the world! We are very proud to read many references to dxomark data from our friends from the Chinese photography community.
A in-depth comparative review of the Canon 5D MKII and Sony A900 backed up with dxomark.com IQ database and metrics
Peering at the screen and looking at prints produced results which pretty much matches DxOMark's test results [...]. What we see is that the Sony and the Canon are essentially indistinguishable up to and including ISO 800.
"Mother of All Data", a full-page editorial on RAW measurement and dxomark.com from PopPhoto January 2009 issue.
“And unlike much of what you see on the web, you can take this information seriously. It comes from France’s DxO Labs, which supplies sophisticated testing software to the optical industry…”
"We have such faith in DxO's good science that in the months ahead, when you look up a camera test on www.PopPhoto.com, you'll find a link to www.dxomark.com..."
Download in PDF “New Canon SLR bumps Sony on sensor test”
“One verdict is in on Canon's EOS 5D Mark II: its sensor ranks very high on DxO Labs' test of sensor performance. “
“Pixel-peepers have been devouring DxO's new statistics…”
DxOMark Image Quality Test results support the Canon 5D MarkII and Nikon D90 reviews from Adorama Imaging Resource Center.
"Objective lab tests of RAW images made with the 5D Mark II, conducted by DxOMark for digital noise levels at low light and high ISO, color depth, and exposure latitude, show excellent overall image quality with improvement in all areas over the EOS 5D”
An in-depth field review of the Sony A900 backed up with full dxomark.com RAW-based metrics and data.
“Not that DxOMark tells us everything about a camera's performance […], but it does give us some points of objective / relative comparison on the technical side of the ledger.”
“Adorama's AIRC Learning Center will incorporate objective lab test results [from dxomark.com] for RAW image quality into its DSLR camera reviews…”
"We are thrilled to be able to offer this image quality data provided by DxOMark," notes AIRC Learning Center editor Mason Resnick. "This allows us to give objective information about image quality that was obtained under controlled lab conditions. With our editorial team's decades of experience interpreting such data for consumers, we will be able to explain what the results mean in ways that our readers will understand and use in their buying decision process."
"DxO sheds light on camera sensor performance"
"DxO Labs, a French company with deep experience measuring cameras' technical performance, has launched a Web site called dxomark.com that features detailed information on the performance of the image sensor at the heart of many higher-end digital cameras..."
“Share your RAW data experience with fellow Nikonians”
“The website, currently in the beta phase, makes it possible for you to assess the quality of your camera before the impact of any RAW conversion. “
“Check the Image Quality database for a look at how your participation will help this site become the "reference" benchmark for RAW information exchange.”
"Digital camera benchmark based on RAW image quality"
“Image Quality: What's Really Going on in the Sensor? (A solution is at hand)”
"The real story of image quality starts with the sensor. Until now, we've had only a limited ability to analyze image quality at the RAW level. A new, free information resource from DxO Labs promises to change all that starting today”
“Free – Rigorous / Objective Camera Performance Comparisons” from DxO Labs
“In a move that will be hailed by photographers around the world, DxO Labs has released DxOMark, a free web site offering the ability to compare test results from more than 45 current amd past camera models. These test results are taken from the raw images produced by cameras, and are directly comparable between cameras”
“Compare and contrast RAW file quality delivered by cameras tested by DxO”
“I have a great deal of time for DxO. The company, based in Paris, France, has some very clever people at its heart and they are the digital imaging experts behind a surprisingly wide array of optics-related solutions, from DxO Optics pro, the remarkably effective profile-based image-fixing and enhancement software package, through to the development and licensing of designs for digital camera optics in both cameras and camera phones. Here at DPNow we use DxO Analyzer, a professional suite of tools for assessing digital image quality.
So today's announcement of the launch of a new DxO website resource for anyone interested in the quality of digital camera sensors and the RAW image files these cameras produce is very interesting…”
“Evaluate RAW Files with dxomark.com”
dxomark.com is a new website that allows you to compare the image quality of RAW files from digital cameras. Available as a free online resource, dxomark.com makes it possible to assess the intrinsic quality of a camera before the impact of any RAW conversion. DxOMark Sensor aggregates dxomark.com’s large and complex set of measures into a simple scale, allowing for easy comparison between camera performances.
“New Site Analyzes Technical Data For Model Comparison”
“There are many decisions that need to be weighed before buying a new camera. Features such as low-light performance, sensor size, rugged construction, image quality and dynamic range, and other factors that need to be considered before purchasing a camera. There are a lot of different resources available to help you with your decision, including reviews on Outdoor Photographer and other digital imaging Web sites.
DxO Labs launched a free Web site today called DxO Mark that compares different camera image sensor data from unprocessed RAW images…”
“DxOMark Arrives”
“Today (…) there is a new tool that brings a little more sanity to the process of comparing some of the more numerically measurable properties of digital SLR cameras. It's called DxOMark”
“…Instead of just regurgitating manufacturer numbers and forcing one draw their own conclusions by peering at comparison photographs, DxOMark is the product of rigorous testing and analysis by DxO Labs…”