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Sony NEX-7 Sweep Panoramas by Keijo K.

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Panorama Photos by Keijo Karvonen Here are some beautiful panoramas from Keijo Karvonen. Keijo used his Sony NEX-7 in sweep panorama mode to create these expansive images, no stitching necessary. The NEX-7 can produce up to a 12,416 x 1,856 (23M) file, which equates to a 41.4" by 6.1" print at 300 dpi. The Sony 18-200mm OSS lens was mostly used and a few were with a Canon 35mm tilt / shift lens in FD mount. NEX-7 Panoramas of Namibia and Botswana Here is Keijo's full panorama gallery . Here is the Sony NEX-7 with the 18-200mm OSS lens attached. This provides an equivalent field of view of 27mm to 300mm on the APS-C sensor. NEX-7 with 18-200mm OSS Lens from maa1

Sony RX-1 Sample Images from Sony Japan

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RX1 Settings: Aperture Priority, ISO=100, 1/25S Shutter Speed, f/5.6 Aperture, +0.7EV Exposure Compensation Here are some sample images from the Sony DSC-RX1 . The images are from Sony Japan. Click on each image to get the full 4000x6000 pixel file. RX1 Settings: Aperture Prioirty, ISO=100, 3.2S Shutter Speed, f/2.8 Aperture RX1 Settings: Aperture Prioirty, ISO=100, 2S Shutter Speed, f/5.6 Aperture Unknown Settings on Sony DSC-RX1 Sony DSC-RX1 with Optical Viewfinder

Three New Sony E-mount Lenses

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Three New E-Mount Lenses Announced Here are three new Sony E-mount lenses for your NEX-3 to NEX-7 Cameras. All provide automated function on your Alpha NEX Cameras. This fulfills the Sony NEX lens roadmap for 2012 . Three new Sony lenses are scheduled for next year, a medium magnification zoom, a medium telephoto prime lens, and a pancake prime lens. *As Bilou pointed out below, a fourth lens is coming later this year, a high performance "G" standard zoom. NEX-6 with 10-18mm f/4 OSS Lens This would be a great travel lens where tight streets require a wide angle lens. The 10-18mm focal length converts to 15mm-27mm EFOV on the APS-C sensor. The wide angle zoom SEL1818 can be pre ordered for $849 with a delivery by mid November. The SEL-1018 super wide-angle zoom lens is perfect for taking photos of sweeping landscapes and producing striking images with emphasized perspective. If you're seeking a wider minimum focal length than offered by standard wide-angle zoom lens

Sony NEX-6 Hands On Video Specs and Images

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Sony NEX-6 Hands On Video NEX-6 with new 35mm f/1.8 OSS Lens Here is a quick preview of the Sony NEX-6. The camera combines features of the flagship NEX-7 and the new NEX-5R. Built-in EVF 2.4 MP OLED - industry best. 16.1 megapixel APS-C sensor. New Mode Dial to select shooting modes. WiFi enabled with connectivity to PlayMemories Apps ISO Hot Shoe Built-in pop up flash $1000 for NEX-6 kit with new 16-50mm Power Zoom lens $850 for NEX-6 Body Only Delivery will be mid-November. NEX-6 with the NEX-7's Electronic Viewfinder Sony NEX-6 with Standard ISO Hot Show and new Shooting Mode Dial Sony NEX-6 Specifications Features NEX-6 Type Digital compact system camera with interchangeable lenses Lens Compatibility E-mount lens system. Can also use A-mount lenses with optional adaptor (continuous AF supported with LA-EA2) Image Sensor APS-C type (23.5 x15.6 mm) Exmor™ APS HD CMOS sensor with 16.1 effective megapixels Processor BIONZ™ image processor ISO Sensitivity Range ISO 100 – 2560

Sony RX1 Hands On Video and Specs

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Sony targeted the smallest package which can house a full-frame 24x36mm sensor and the result is the Sony DSC-RX1 . Features 24x36mm Full Frame Sensor Fixed Zeiss 35mm f/2 Sonnar Autofocus Lens Aperture Ring Macro Mode Threaded Cable Release 50-102400 ISO Multi-interface ISO hot shoe Electronic or Optical Viewfinder AVCHD 1080p / 24p-60i-60p Mic Input PlayMemories Lite Edition Software Pre order now for $2800 for a December delivery. Sony DSC-RX1 with Zeiss 35mm Viewfinder and Thumb grip Sony DSC-RX1 Sample Video Size Comparison RX100 vs RX1 vs NEX-7 Sony DSC-RX1 with tilting FDA-EV1MK electronic viewfinder Rear View of the Sony RX1 Sony DSC-RX1 Specifications Model DSC-RX1 Image Sensor 35mm full-frame (35.8mm × 23.9mm) Exmor CMOS Sensor, aspect ratio 3:2 (Effective resolution) Approx. 24.3 megapixels (Gross resolution) Approx. 24.7 megapixels Lens Carl Zeiss Sonnar T*, 8 elements in 7 groups (3 aspherical elements including AA lens); maximum aperture F2; focal length = 35mm (Still

NEX Canon Lens Autofocus Adapters Coming?

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Canon 50mm EOS Lens on Sony NEX-7 with Autofocus Here is a second video showing a NEX camera controlling the autofocus drive of a Canon EOS / EF lens. The lens used was the Nifty Fifty, Canon 50mm f/1.8 on a Sony NEX-5 and a NEX-7. The new NEX-5R with a hybrid autofocus system (Phase Detection and Contrast Detection designed for speed and accuracy) should improve the autofocus speed shown in the video. Canon's EOS-M mirrorless compact camera uses the same hybrid autofocus system. Our assumption was wrong - the Canon stepper motor (STM) lens is not necessary for the NEX to control the Canon autofocus drive. The Canon EOS to NEX adapter with AF drive shown can control a standard EOS lens. The Canon EOS-M requires an EOS M Mount adapter to drive the same lens. If you have Canon EOS lenses and want a light, compact camera to use them on - this seems to be the best option so far. Canon 50mm EOS Lens on Sony NEX Autofocus Drive from MX Camera It's only a matter of time when

Sony RX1 with Zeiss 35mm Sonnar - a NEX?

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Sony RX1 with Zeiss 35mm f/2 Sonnar Lens Sony has set the digital camera world abuzz with leaks of the Sony RX1 . The RX1 uses the full frame, 24 x 34 mm, 24 megapixel sensor from the soon to be released Sony SLT-A99 camera. The pictures show that Zeiss developed an autofocus 35mm f/2 Sonnar lens for the RX1. Is it a fixed lens camera? Zeiss will display three new prime autofocus CSC lenses later this month at Photokina. Could they be for the RX1? A 35mm, shown above? a 50mm standard? and a 90mm macro? The speculated price for the RX1 with the Zeiss 35mm Sonnar is $2799. This is line with Sony's pricing since the NEX-7 with the Zeiss 24mm Sonnar is $2300. RX1 with Built-in Pop-up Flash RX1 showing Video Button Below is a quick mock-up of the Sony NEX-7 with the Zeiss 24mm ZA ($2300), a Leica M9 with a 35mm Summicron ($9700), and the Sony RX1 with the Zeiss 35mm Sonnar ($2799). Sony NEX-7 with 24mm Sonnar, Leica M9 with 35mm Summicron, Sony RX1 with 35mm Sonnar What do

Canon EOS Autofocus on Sony NEX?

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Canon 40mm STM Activates NEX Autofocus Points Here is a video from Muk Camera Service showing a Canon EOS 40mm STM lens on the NEX-5. The EOS to NEX E-mount adapter seems to allow for autofocus, which is a first. The previous EOS to Nex smart adapter by Conurus can only control the aperture on EOS lenses. The EOS lenses must be focused manually. Could the stepper motor, STM, in the Canon 40mm lens aid in allowing NEX cameras control autofocus? We do not have any details except for the video below. Canon 40mm STM autofocus on NEX-5

Three New Zeiss E-mount Lenses by Next Year?

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Carl Zeiss Photokina Booth 2012 It looks to be an exciting time at Photokina in Cologne, Germany this year. Carl Zeiss may be exhibiting three new E-mount lenses which will be available next year. The new prime lenses will be autofocus similar to first Zeiss lens for the Sony E-mount, 24mm f/1.8 ZA E . Zeiss will exhibit a wide angle lens (16mm), a standard lens (35mm), and a macro lens (60mm); the focal lengths are our guesses. Here is the excerpt from the Carl Zeiss blog that has everyone excited. Another highlight will be the presentation of a design study, with which Carl Zeiss will offer a sneak preview of a new family of autofocus lenses for mirrorless system cameras (CSC) that will most likely be available in mid-2013. Due to their performance and high speed, these new lenses will be ideal for deliberate photo composition, making them perfect for more sophisticated photographers as well. Carl Zeiss plans to initially offer fixed focal lengths in the wide angle and standard

Sony NEX-5R vs Fujifilm X-E1

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Sony NEX-5R vs Fujifilm X-E1 (front view) Fujifilm announced their new X sersies camera dubbed the X-E1. It shares the same 16.3 mp sensor with the Fujifilm X-Pro1. The X-E1 is a smaller, lighter X-Pro1 without the hybrid viewfinder. The X-E1 only uses the electronic viewfinder from Sony. Let's see how the Fujifilm X-E1 compares to Sony's new WIFI wonder, the NEX-5R . Combatants Sony Alpha NEX-5R Fujifilm X-E1 Number of effective pixels 16.1 million pixels 16.3 million pixels CCD Sensor APS-C CMOS Sensor 23.5 x 15.6 mm APS-C X-Trans CMOS Sensor 23.6 x 15.6 mm Crop Factor 1.5x (50mm lens = 75mm FOV) 1.5x ISO Range 100 - 25600 200-25600 Lens Mount Sony NEX E-mount Fujifilm X Mount Flange Focal Distance 18 mm 17.7 mm Focusing 25 Point Contrast Detect AF 99 Point Phase Detect AF and Manual Focus 49 Point Contrast Detect AF and Manual Focus Image Stabilization In Lens - OSS (Optical Steady Shot) In Lens - OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) Shutter Speed 30s to 1/4000 with Bulb Mo

NEX-5R Smart Remote Control App in Action

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NEX-5R Smart Remote Control App in Action from IDG Use your tablet or phone as a viewfinder. Here is a better look at the Smart Remote Control App for the new Sony NEX-5R . The app is available via the PlayMemories App store for the NEX-5R. The matching app will be available on iTunes and the Android Market for your phone or tablet.

NEX-5R PlayMemories Camera Apps Demo Video

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NEX-5R PlayMemories Interface PlayMemories Camera Apps Demo Video So how does the PlayMemories Apps work on the Sony NEX-5R ? Here is a video from Sony Australia showing the whole procedure from connecting to the PlayMemories store via WiFi, selecting a new PM App, downloading wirelessly, and installing the PM App on the NEX-5R. Installing PlayMemories App on NEX-5R Here are the PlayMemories Apps that we already need: Time Lapse - no need for an intervalometer, separate units from Canon and Nikon are over $100. Smart Remote Control - view what the camera sees from your phone or tablet and control the shutter. Bracket Pro - for the HDR (high dynamic range) junkies. Let's hope it allows for +3 / -3 EV range in multiple steps. We hope that all the apps are available in all shooting modes. I can already see all the HDR time lapse movies coming from the NEX-5R with PlayMemories Apps. NEX-5R Time Lapse Mode via PlayMemories App Smart Remote Control for Wireless External Display Check

Sony NEX-5R Review by TechRadar

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Sony NEX-5R Preview by DigitalCameraWorld Here is summary TechRadar's review of the Sony NEX-5R . refinement of the NEX-5N downloadable apps enables customization new hybrid AF (phase + contrast detect) works well added dial and function button improves experience Read the full Sony NEX-5R review at TechRadar Pre order the NEX-5R at Amazon.

Sony NEX-5R Hands On Video and Images

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Sony NEX-5R Hands On Video 802.11 b/g WiFi Enabled NEX-5R Here are the new features of the Sony NEX-5R: 802.11 b/g Wifi Enabled camera which uses PlayMemories Camera Apps to upload and share photos, picture effects, camera control, picture editing, live view from a phone or tablet, and more. Fast Hybrid Autofocus system uses phase detection and contrast detection to acquire fast and accurate autofocus. Touch screen shutter, tap and shoot. Pre order the NEX-5R with 18-55mm Lens for $749 180 Degree Flip Screen fron NEX-F3 NEX-5R with Removable Flash NEX-5R with 16mm f/2.8 Pancake Lens Navigation Dial from NEX-7 NEX-5R Video by Sony Pre order the NEX-5R at Amazon.

Sony NEX-7 Underwater Housing from Nauticam

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Nauticam NA-NEX7 Underwater Housing Here is the Nauticam underwater housing for the Sony Alpha NEX-7. The model number for the housing is NA-NEX7. The NA-NEX7 is an hard annodized aluminum and abrasion resistant polycarbonate armor for your NEX-7 . It is rated for 100 meters deep and features a moisture alarm just in case. The NA-NEX7 takes advantage of the TTL hotshoe on the NEX-7 as well as the EVF. It provides access to all controls including the Tri-Navi dials. NA-NEX7 Zoom Knob (top right) works with 18-55mm Lens NA-NEX7 Rear Control Panel NEX-7 with Nikonos Underwater Lens NA-NEX7 Housing with 45 Degree Viewfinder Nauticam NEX-7 Underwater Photo Samples Here is a smugmug gallery of underwater shots from the NEX-7 with a Nikonos 15mm lens and the Sony 30mm Macro Lens. Size Comparison from Deepshots.Co.UK Here's deepshots.co.uk says conclusion on their NA-NEX7 underwater housing review : Conclusion: The Sony NEX-7 with the Nauticam NA-NEX7 housing is the ultimate compact