Electronic vs Mechanical Shutter
Most modern cameras offer both. Knowing when to use each matters.
Mechanical shutter:
A physical curtain moves across the sensor. Makes the familiar click. Highest sync speed (usually 1/180–1/250 for flash). No rolling shutter distortion on fast-moving subjects. Limited to camera's maximum speed (usually 1/4000–1/8000).
Electronic shutter (silent):
No moving parts. Completely silent — important for discretion on the street. Can reach very high shutter speeds (1/32000 or higher). No mechanical wear. But: potential rolling shutter distortion on fast movement (propellers, fast-moving vehicles), and no flash sync (or limited sync at reduced speeds).
Street default: EFCS (Electronic Front Curtain). Flash: Mechanical only. High-speed silent: Full Electronic. Check your camera's sync speed limitations.
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