Medium format refers to a type of camera that uses a light-sensitive material, either film or a digital sensor, with dimensions larger than those of standard 35mm film (36x24 mm), also known as "full-frame". The larger sensor area allows for capturing significantly more image information, which results in higher resolution, finer color gradations, and a shallower depth of field at the same aperture and angle of view. Common dimensions for medium format film or sensors include, for example, 6x4.5 cm, 6x6 cm, 6x7 cm, or even larger. These cameras are typically used in professional photography, such as fashion, advertising, or landscape photography, where emphasis is placed on technical quality and the possibility of large-format printing.
