Wulf's explanation was helpful, and matches my understanding -- but at the same time I have to say that I remain perplexed (not by the explanation, but by the concepts).
Is there any room for resolution in the comparison? I mean if Teewinot and I both shoot at 6mp resolution, and if we both have an identical capture area, would it matter that the sensor on my D40 is several times larger in surface area than the sensor on her point and shoot? Wouldn't we end up with the same picture? What if Teewinot shoots it at 8mp?
This is why this topic makes my head hurt.
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