How can I tell how many shots my camera has taken?
How can I tell how many shots my camera has taken?
You can measure how used a camera is by looking at the shutter actuations.
- Every time a picture is taken on a DSLR camera the shutter opens and closes – one actuation.
- Shutter Count Tools is a FREE PC based app that’s LearningDSLRVideo.com recommended.
What is a good shutter count for Nikon?
Cameras like the Nikon D5 and Canon 1DX Mark II are rated to around 400,000 shutter actuations. However, these are flagship bodies and the more affordable the camera, the less durable the mechanisms will be. It’s safe to say that most cameras will have a life of around 200,000 shutter actuations.
Is 5000 a low shutter count?
In terms of ideal shutter count, used camera bodies with less than 5,000 on the record can be considered practically new.
Does shutter count matter for DSLR?
Generally, the shutter count will give you a great indication of the amount of use a camera has seen, similar to checking the mileage on a car. Cameras are rated for shutter durability, with enthusiast models often rated around the 150,000-shot mark, and professional models rated at 300,000 shots or higher.
How much is too much shutter count?
Most entry-level DSLR cameras are only rated at 100,000 shutter actuations. Mid and high-end cameras have more durable shutters that are rated up to between 150,000 and 300,000 actuations.
Whats a bad shutter count?
Depending on the camera you have, the typical life of a shutter can vary from anything as low as 50,000 shutter actuations right up to 350,000. Some photographers may get unlucky and find themselves on the lower side of those numbers while others may find their cameras are still going strong after 500,000 shots.
What is the lifespan of a DSLR camera?
The quick answer is that most DSLR cameras will last 5-10 years. It’s more likely that it will become outdated or that it will get damaged before the shutter wears out.