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Sony NEX-7 Unboxing Video

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Club Sonus has posted a video of the Sony NEX-7 unboxing. Let's see what comes with a Sony Alpha NEX-7 kit . Display Box Manuals and Software Microfiber Cloth Sony NEX-7 Body Cap 18-55mm OSS in Black Rear lens cap Lens Hood NEX-7 Neck Strap Battery Charger Mini-USB to USB cable Eye Piece Pad or Eyecup Sony Alpha NEX-7 Presentation Box Danke Club Sonus!

NEX-7 Hands On Report from TheCameraStoreTV

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TheCameraStoreTV has posted a video of a pre-production Sony NEX-7 with the Carl Zeiss 24mm Sonnar. They have nothing but good things to say about the camera. One minor issue they have was the eye-start sensor for the new viewfinder, but as they said in the video it can easily be fixed in the options menu. In the video, he uses a Nikon to NEX E-mount lens adapter to show how versatile the NEX system is. The best thing about the video is how good the NEX-7 looks in hand. It's larger than the previous NEX cameras but it still looks very compact. He looked very comfortable with the new Tri-Navi dials and electronic viewfinder. We also liked the sound of the shutter, a nice simple click. Thanks TheCameraStoreTV !

Sony USA Responds To NEX-5N Clicking Noise

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Sony eSupports Response to NEX-5N Video Clicking Sony US posted a response to the Sony NEX-5N "clicking" noise during video, which we posted about here . Sony states that an adjustment has been made to reduce the "clicking" noise. Contact Sony support at 8888-868-7392 to get your NEX-5N serviced. If you are not in the US, please call your local Sony Support. Here is the full text from Sony eSupport . Performance Improvement for Video Capture Thank you for your support of Sony products. We have received reports of a "clicking" sound which may be heard in the audio playback of movies recorded by the NEX-5N camera. This phenomenon occurs if the camera undergoes sudden motion while recording; motion generally inconsistent with smooth video recording. The video is unaffected by this sound. In accordance with Sony's policy of continuous product improvement, an adjustment has been developed to reduce the clicking sound resulting from sudden motion during mo

Gravity Shots Takes the NEX-5N Flying

Sony NEX-5N on a Cinestar 6 Hexacopter UAV Jeff from Gravity Shots emailed us about his new aerial video rig. Here is a test footage shot with the NEX-5N on a Cinestar 6 hexacopter unmanned aerial vehicle. We believe the 16mm pancake lens was used. The NEX-5N was set to shoot in 1080p/60p in Vivid mode. So what is a Cinestar 6 hexacopter? See it being built below. How To Build a Cinestar 6 Hexacopter UAV Check out gravityshots.com for more information. Thanks Jeff!

NEX-5N Clicking Noise in Video Mode?

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Update: Sony USA will fix clicking noise . Have you noticed clicking in your NEX-5N videos? If you haven't, don't worry yourself. But if you have, JogBird has some suggestions in keeping the clicking noise at bay. Keep the camera steady and pan smoothly. Shaky videos are not easy to watch so this should be easy to practice. Use the ECM-SST1 External Microphone. This will not amplify sounds coming from inside the NEX-5N's body. Sony NEX-5N with ECM-SST1 External Microphone Panasonic GF3 Also Clicking During Video. Thanks to Tom H, JogBird, and snapperbox for the videos.

Sony NEX-5N Video Overheating Test

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Sony NEX-5N Video Overheating Test JogBird tortured his Sony NEX-5N to see how long before it overheats while shooting a video. The NEX-5N is set to shoot 1080p at 60p with the kit 18-55mm OSS lens. The LCD is out from the body around 5mm and the ambient temperature is 86° F or 30° C. The NEX-5N did well lasting 22 minutes and 23 seconds before preserving itself and shutting off. The high temperature indicator came on at 12 minutes and 23 seconds. This would be a good time to give the NEX-5N a bit of a cool down before shooting the next footage. The NP-FW50 battery went from 29% to 7% for the 22:23 footage. Sony NEX-5N Lasted for 22 min 23 secs NEX-5N with Carl Zeiss 24mm f/1.8 Sonnar Thanks for performing the test JogBird !

Sony NEX-7 Video Footage and Specs

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First footage from NEX-7 1080p @ 25 frames per second. ronydzcp posted footage from a Sony NEX-7 at the IFA Electronics Show. The following details about the video was also posted. Let us know if there's something special about the specs listed below. General ID : 0 (0x0) Format : BDAV Format/Info : Blu-ray Video File size : 247 MiB Duration : 2mn 6s Overall bit rate : 16.4 Mbps Maximum Overall bit rate : 18.0 Mbps Video ID : 4113 (0x1011) Menu ID : 1 (0x1) Format : AVC Format/Info : Advanced Video Codec Format profile : High@L4.0 Format settings, CABAC : Yes Format settings, ReFrames : 2 frames Format settings, GOP : M=2, N=13 Codec ID : 27 Duration : 2mn 5s Bit rate mode : Variable Bit rate : 15.5 Mbps Maximum bit rate : 16.0 Mbps Width : 1 920 pixels Height : 1 080 pixels Display aspect ratio : 16:9 Frame rate : 25.000 fps Color space : YUV Chroma subsampling : 4:2:0 Bit depth : 8 bits Scan type : Interlaced Scan order : Top Field First Bits/(Pixel*Frame) : 0.298 Stream size

Sony NEX-5N Footage at 24 FPS 1080p

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NEX-5N Low Light Footage and Touchscreen Demo Here's a couple of videos from jpac83 showing NEX-5N footage at 1080p and 24 frames per second. The video above shows footage at ISOs from 100 to 3200 to demonstrate the NEX-5N's low light capability. The video below was shot at 24 frames per second for that cinematic feel. The NEX-5N is the first NEX camera that allows for 24 fps video. NEX-5N with ECM-SST1 Microphone Thanks jpac83 !

Sony NEX-VG20 Promotional and Sample Videos

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Here are the first videos of the new Sony NEX-VG20 Camcorder . The videos also feature footage shot with the new lenses including the Carl Zeiss 24mm f/1.8 ZA lens.

The New Sony NEX-5N?

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The New Sony NEX-5N? A member of the xitek.com forums, stevenyu123, has posted pictures of what could be the new Sony NEX-5N. The NEX-5N surfaced for a new Sony commercial which is being filmed in China. We can see that the Flash marking on the wheel seems to be gone and that there is an extra button on the top panel, to the right of the Movie button. Sony may have relocated the Playback button. A Scene From the NEX-5N Commercial Thanks stevenyu123 !

NEX Tips and Tricks for Filmmakers

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Here is Adam Roberts' tips and tricks on using the NEX-5 for film making. He discusses setting up the soft keys to help in creating videos. He then goes through the custom white balance setting. He used a very flat setting for the videos, reduced contrast, reduced saturation, and reduced sharpness, which was changed through the NEX's Creative Style menu. After the NEX-5 settings, he discusses the hardware he used. He quickly talks about lens adapters, third party lenses, Lensbaby Tilt Transformer , and follow focus. NEX-5 with Shoot35 Follow Focus The last part of the video is on video workflow. Adam R. used AVCHD (.MTS) to film with the NEX-5. The files (.MTS) were then converted to quicktime files (.MOV) by using ClipWrap before using Final Cut Pro to do the final edit. Here is "Another Yesterday" by Adam Roberts using the tips and tricks in the video above. Thanks Adam R and for the tip Anon on 6/21!

Sony Europe NEX-C3 Features Video

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Here is a video from Sony Europe highlighting the features of the new Sony NEX-C3 . Tiltable LCD screen Background Defocus Soft Skin Effect (Available with new NEX Firmware Upgrade 04.) Easy Sweep Panorama Shooting in 2D or 3D Picture Effects (Available with new NEX Firmware Upgrade 04) New HVL-F20S Flash Low Noise - High Sensitivity Sensor Easy Operation - Professional Quality Sony NEX-C3 Mount vs Sony Alpha Mount - is Sony hinting at a full frame NEX? Check out some hands on video reviews of the NEX-C3 here. Read more about the Sony NEX-C3 here .

Sony NEX-VG10 Lightning and Perfect Music

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Great music selection by moorejem makes lightning clouds worthwile to watch. This was shot with the NEX-VG10 at 37,000 feet. The music is "The Pulse of This Skyline With Lightning Like Nerves" by Slow Six. Thanks moorejem!

Sony NEX-FS100 vs DSLR vs Micro Four Thirds

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Sony NXCAM Super 35mm Features Juan Martinez, NXCAM Sr. Product Manager, discusses the features and benefits of the Sony NEX-FS100 Super 35 NXCAM. He discusses the differences between the NEX-FS100, NEX-5/3/ VG10 , Canon DSLRs, and micro four thirds cameras. He also touches on E-mount advantages, upcoming lenses, and other video features that are beyond us. Sony NEX-FS100 vs DSLR Video You can check out more videos at the Sony VideON site .

Sony NEX-FS100 Super 35mm Camcorder Released

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Sony NEX-FS100 NXCAM Super 35mm Camcorder Cozi Video from Hangman Studios Here is the newest NEX camera, the Sony NEX-FS100 NXCAM camcorder. The camera shares the same sensor as the Sony PMW-F3 in Super 35mm format, which is 13.3 x 23.6 mm (0.52 x 0.93 inch) in size. The lens mount is the NEX's E-mount which gives maximum lens adaptability due to it's short 18 mm (0.71 inch) flange-back distance. NEX E-mount lenses, Sony Alpha lenses, and various 3rd party lens makers including Leica and Zeiss are all adaptable. The NEX-FS100 has a crop factor of 1.5x which differs from the other NEX cameras with their 1.8x crop factor when in video mode. The list price for the body only NEX-FS100U is $5,850.00 and the NEX-FS100UK with the SEL 18-200mm OSS lens is $6,550. The release of the NEX-FS100 is great news for NEX users since this ensures the more lenses will come for the E-mount. We'll add more information as we get them. The NEX-FS100 is an interchangeable lens camcorder featur

Sony NEX-5 and NASAs Last Space Shuttle Launch

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Sony NEX-5 3D Rig with Nikkor 20mm Lens Dennis Biela sent us an email to share their Last Shuttle Project which uses the Sony NEX-5 in a 3D configuration. The Last Shuttle Project intends to show the an exclusive perspective on the final mission of NASA's Space Shuttle program. The NEX 3D rig positions the two NEX-5 to provide a stereoscopic view for photos and videos. Two Nikkor 20mm f/4 AI Lens using Nikon F to E-mount lens adapters . A special IR transmitter was created by Bob Fisher the "Widget Guy" to trigger the cameras simultaneously. Below is a sample image from the NEX 3D Rig. Shuttle Atlantis at the Orbiter Processing Facility taken with the NEX 3D Rig Bob "widget Guy" Fisher and Trammel Hudson Prepares for the Last Shuttle Launch More information on the Last Shuttle Project You can help support The Last Shuttle Project by checking out the The Last Shuttle Kickstarter page . Thanks Dennis B and good luck!

Samyang Sony NEX E-mount Lenses Coming

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Samyang 8mm Fisheye Lens Designed for the NEX-VG10 Samyang announced that they will start making Sony NEX E-mount lenses. The first lens that Samyang adapted to the E-mount is the 8mm Fisheye Lens with a maximum aperture of 3.5. The Samyang 8mm f/3.5 FISH-EYE CS VG10 lens is optimized for videography with smooth aperture transitions and minimized vignetting. The 8mm Fisheye converts to an equivalent 14.4mm field of view on the Sony NEX-VG10 Camcorder . Samyang is the 5th 3rd party lens manufacturer for the Sony NEX E-mount. We can't wait for more value minded lenses with excellent optical quality from Samyang for the Sony NEX system. Samyang 8mm f/3.5 FISH-EYE CS VG10 lens Thanks Samyang !

Sony NEX with Loreo 3D Macro Lens Cap

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Sony NEX-5 with Loreo 3D Macro Lens 9006 We received an email from J.E. "Elendito" showing us the Loreo 3D Macro Lens in a Cap in action with the Sony NEX-5 . You can see how well it does 3D in photo and video mode. Here was our previous post on the Loreo 3D Lens Model 9005 used on the NEX . Sample photos from NEX and the Loreo 3D Macro Lens Cap. On another note, we love how YouTube supports 3D Videos. Thanks J.E. !

Sony CP Plus Booth Video

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Thanks to SpacePigTV and Akihabara News , we have a video of what the Sony CP Plus booth looks like. This is where all the good news for the Sony NEX is coming from. Sony announced that four manufacturers will make E-mount lenses: Carl Zeiss AG (we already knew that) As an independent lens provider, Carl Zeiss welcomes the disclosure of the “E-mount” specifications by Sony. It helps manufacturer’s product development, benefits customers and therefore assists in establishing “E-mount” as a new, healthy and strong system on the market. Cosina Co, Ltd ... is excited by the potential of Sony’s “E-mount” which enables to a large-size image sensor to be incorporated in a compact, interchangeable lens camera. We have high expectations for the “E-mount” with its aims to create a new photography culture, and express its assent to Sony’s decision to provide information related to “E-mount”. Sigma Corporation ... fully supports Sony’s decision to disclose basic “E-mount” specifications. We beli

Sony NEX-3 Underwater Housing from Acquapazza Coming Soon

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First Sony NEX-3 Underwater Housing by Acquapazza The first underwater housing for the Sony NEX-3 is coming closer to reality. Acquapazza just posted videos taken with the NEX-3 and the APSO-NEX3 underwater housing. The housing will be good for depths down to 160 ft (50 m). We can't find actual images of the housing yet. Pricing is also unknown. You can check out more details from the Acquapazza website. All we can do for now is enjoy the videos from the NEX-3 and the Acquapazzo APSO-NEX underwater housing.