Sony Alpha NEX Cameras and E Mount Lenses

Receive a rebate if you own a Sony a7s III (ILCE7SM3/B), a7r III (ILCE7RM3/B), a7r IV (ILCE7RM4/B), a9 (ILCE9/B), or an a9 II (ILCE9M2/B) mirrorless camera and purchase 2 of the lenses below. G Master Lens Model Description Rebate SEL1224GM FE 12-24mm F2.8 G Master $150.00 SEL100400GM FE 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 GM OSS $100.00 SEL24F14GM FE 24mm F1.4 GM $100.00 SEL85F14GM FE 85mm F1.4 GM $150.00 SEL200600G FE 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 G $100.00 SEL70200GM FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS $200.00 SEL2470GM* FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM $200.00 SEL20F18G** FE 20mm F1.8 G $100.00 SEL24105G*** FE 24-105mm F4 G OSS $100.00 SEL1635GM**** FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM $100.00 * Adorama is offering an $200 instant rebate on the Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM lens.  ** Adorama is offering an $50 instant rebate on the > Sony FE 20mm F1.8 G lens.  *** Adorama is offering an $300 instant rebate on the Sony FE 24-105mm f/4 G OSS Lens  **** Adorama is offering an $200 instant rebate on the Sony F...

Here is Chad Ochocinco, former NFL wide receiver, in Rome. He looks to be shooting a Sony a7rIII on a Virgil Abloh Off-White camera strap. The lens looks to be a Sony 27-70 f/2.8 G Master.

Slow and Quick Video Mode Options for Timelapse Shoot Timelapse Videos with Sony Alpha Cameras using Slow and Quick (S&Q) Motion Video Mode Christopher Burress shows us how to take a time lapse video with his Sony a6500 . He uses S&Q Mode which is found in the Video Settings. This is identical to the method we need to use on the new a7r iii . The cameras then combine all the files shot at one frame per second to a video shown at your set speed. The a7r ii required a PlayMemories app. How to Shoot Time Lapse Videos with the Sony a7r III Go to Video Mode Set camera to Manual Focus, set focus. Set S&Q Mode - Program, Shutter, Aperture, or Manual modes are possible. Here is information on what mode to use from learntimelapse.com . Set S&Q Frame Rate, one frame per second (FPS) is used in this example. Set the S&Q Record Setting. This sets the playback speed. Press the Record Button. The a7r iii processes the video in-camera. Read more about S...

EyeAF Comparison Metabones vs Sigma MC-11 Canon to E-mount Autofocus Adapter Here's a video by Luis Gabriel Photography showing the EyeAF difference between the Metabones Canon EF/EF-S Lens to Sony E Mount T Smart Adapter vs the Sigma Mount Converter MC-11 . The camera used is the newest a7r iii camera controlling a Sigma 135mm f/1.8 Art lens. The video shows how viable it is using Canon EF lenses on the new a7r iii . This makes switching systems easier.

As of now Lightroom and Adobe Camera Raw does not officially support the new Sony a7r III raw files. Here is a workaround / hack to let us work with the new files before Adobe updates their software. We will need to change the exif information using exiftool, which can be downloaded here - https://www.sno.phy.queensu.ca/~phil/exiftool/ Here is the key information Lightroom and Adobe Camera Raw looks for in the exif info.  View the exif on your a7r iii raw file and you will see this. White Balance Fine Tune : 0 White Balance : Auto Sony Model ID : ILCE-7RM3  Multi Frame Noise Reduction : Off Picture Effect : Off We need to change that with exiftool to make Adobe think it's an a7r ii raw file. Here's the exiftool command. For single files exiftool -sonymodelid="ILCE-7RM2" RAW FILE For all the files in the directory exiftool -sonymodelid="ILCE-7RM2" -ext ARW -r DIRECTORY ...

It looks like Zeiss is in the Thanksgiving mood. Here are the lowest prices ever for their E-mount lenses, Batis (autofocus) and Loxia (manual focus) lines. Save $300 off on the Batis 135mm f/2.8 Sonnar Save $180 off on the Batis 85mm f/1.8 Sonnar Save $195 off on the Batis 25mm f/2.0 Distagon Save $225 off on the Batis 18mm f/2.8 Distagon Save $210 off on the Loxia 85mm f/2.4 Sonnar Save $140 off on the Loxia 50mm f/2.0 Planar Save $195 off on the Loxia 35mm f/2.0 Biogon Save $225 off on the Loxia 21mm f/2.8 Distagon Thank you for reading and sharing this blog. Amazon links help support this website.

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Rokinon 35mm 1.4 vs Zeiss 35mm 1.4 Autofocus Test by David Vogt Here is a quick video comparison of the autofocus systems of lenses at different price points. The Rokinon AF 35mm FE does a great job against the Sony 35mm Distagon while costing much less. Rokinon AF 35mm f/1.4 FE Sony SEL35F14Z Distagon FE 35mm f/1.4 ZA The major difference comes when the light goes down. Here are the key specs of each lens. Combatants Rokinon AF 35mm f/1.4 FE Sony SEL35F14Z Distagon FE 35mm f/1.4 ZA Maximum Aperture f/1.4 f/1.4 Minimum Aperture f/16 f/16 Number of Aperture Blades 9 9 Filter Thread Ø67 mm Ø72 mm Dimensions (ØxL) Approx. 2.99 x 4.53 in (75.9 x 115 mm) Approx. 3.09 x 4.41 in (78.5 x 112.0 mm) Weight 1.42 lb 1.39 lb Price $799 $1598 Ordering through the Amazon links above supports this site. Thanks David Vogt for the informative video.

This is the manual for the new Sony a7r III / mark 3 46mp full frame camera with touch screen. We think this is a preliminary copy since it does not match the menu of the cameras we played with at Photo Plus Expo. We still think it's enough to feed those waiting for their a7r III pre-orders. Download the a7r iii manual via Dropbox. So what comes in the box if you bought a body only a7r III ? Accessories included with Sony a7r III So here is the discrepancy in the manual, under Shoot / Drive Mode, Px. Shift Multi Shoot is missing. I hope the next revision will have better detail on Pixel Shift shooting. Here is the Shoot Mode / Drive 1 menu on a pre-production Sony a7r III showing the Pixel Shift option. Pre-order your a7r III from Amazon and support this site. In case the Dropbox link dies, here is the Google link for the a7r III owner's manual .

Sony a7r III in Pixel Shift Mode We had a chance to fondle the new Sony a7r mark III with the new pixel shift multi shooting mode. Pixel shift moves the sensor one pixel at a time to capture four frames. The four frames consist of the same image with a full red channel, two green channels, and one blue channel. The images must then be processed and combined in your pc via Sony Imaging Edge software. Pixel Shift Multi Shooting description from Sony. Pixel Shift Multi Shootingopens a new world of resolution Applying mechanisms and control technology of image stabilization, this new feature composites four separate pixel-shifted images that contain total data27 equal to approx. 169.6 million, or 42.4 million x 4 (RGGB), pixels to reproduce a single optimal still image of super-high resolution, detailed texture, balanced color, and realistic atmosphere, with minimal moiré and color artifacts. Images shot using this feature can be processed with the new Sony imaging software...

Leica Thambar-M 90mm on Sony A7 by Kazuhiro ITOH Leica reintroduced their Thambar 90 f/2.2 lens this week. The look it produces is very distinctive, dreamlike image. Posted here is a gallery of Leica Thambar 90 images taken with the Sony A7 cameras via lens adapter. The 1935 designed Leica Thambar-M 90 can also be used in autofocus mode using the Techart Pro LM-EA7 adapter with the newest generation of Sony A7 cameras. From Leica: The new Thambar has almost entirely adopted the design of the original lens – featuring the same proportions, black paint finish and red and white aperture scales as its 1930s predecessor. The red scale applies when the center spot filter is in place, which diminishes the effective aperture of the lens – for example, from 2.2 to 2.3 when wide open. When working without the center spot filter, the white aperture scale is used. In order to retain its vintage appeal, the Thambar’s exterior has only been subtly adapted to reflect the pared-down character ...

SainSonic Kamlan 50mm f/1.1 Review by Kai Wong Here is Kai's review of the SainSonic Kamlan 50mm f/1.1 lens for Sony E-mount, a bokeh beast as Kai calls it. The lens covers your aps-c sensor found on the Sony a6500 . Below you can see the image it creates on a full frame sensor. The aperture is clickless which is good for videography. We would keep it at f/1.1 so the lack of clicks wouldn't bother us. The price of the Kamlan 50mm f/1.1 is very appealing for such a fast lens. Buy an ND filter and keep it at f/1.1. From the manufacturer, Sainsonic: Large Aperture - Designed with high quality multi-coated optical glass. Exquisite body features amazing maximum aperture of F1.1, which creates fascinating background blur effect and sharper image quality. No worry about the low-light & night scene, just shoot and enjoy the safe and fast shutter speed. Premium Optical Design - 11 circular aperture blade, 5 groups 5 elements lens stricture with high quality multi-...

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FE 12-24mm @12mm/F11 ISO:100 SS:1/30 s. SEL1224G Here is the perfect travel lens for those narrow ancient streets, vast landscapes, beautiful interiors, and anywhere close quarter shooting is required. The Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G lens is an ultra-wide zoom lens that weighs over a little a pound - half the weight of the Sigma and Canon equivalents. The official word from Sony: New FE 12-24mm F4 G Ultra-Wide-Angle Zoom Lens A uniquely designed ultra wide-angle zoom lens, the new FE 12-24mm F4 G lens produces outstanding image quality in a compact, lightweight design, weighing in at approximately 20 oz. Sony’s widest full-frame E-mount lens, it offers a dynamic perspective for landscape, architecture and interior photography, and is well-suited for both stills and video shooting. The lens features an innovative optical design with four aspherical elements that ensure excellent corner to corner sharpness and resolution. Additionally, the lens has three ED glass elements and on...