One more related news: PetaPixel tested all most known upscalers and claims GigaPixel AI is the best:
Overall, I was most impressed with Gigapixel AI. The results for the low-resolution file are especially excellent, far surpassing my expectations. It produces excellent levels of detail with minimal (or no) additional artifacts, even when going beyond 2x. I also enjoyed the UI of Gigapixel AI more than the other programs. It was clean, modern, and simple to use with an ideal way of seeing the preview of the upscaled images.
In my previous post I told you about what to expect in May and June (read here if interested). I told you several times that Sony will announce a new full-frame camera only in the second half of the year. And now I have begun to receive the first rumors about it. So far what has been confirmed by reliable sources is this:
Between July and October we should get at least:
One new Alpha Full Frame camera
One new FX Full Frame camera
I also can confirm this:
The Alpha camera is not the Sony A1II. That camera is likely to be announced in early 2025 only.
Surprises:
But…..there is some unconfirmed rumors about additional models too! So there might be some additional surprises!
You will wonder, what are those new FX and Alpha FF cameras? I might be soon able to tell you more about the FX camera while about the Alpha camera I still do not have a final confirmation. Could be the A7sIV…but that’s just my speculation for now. That’s all, I am not going to spill out unreliable rumors yet in the hope I can get more reliable info soon.
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Allows you to turn the camera on/off remotely from a computer using a wired connection to the internet (LAN) Note: Remote Camera Tool Ver. 4.1.00 is required to activate this function.
Adds a function that automatically creates still images with Shot Marks from movie frames after recordings Note: You can add a Shot Mark while shooting or playing a movie and use it as a mark for selecting, transferring, or editing the movie.
Allows the use of shutter speeds up to a maximum of 1/80000 seconds in all drive modes and the NR Shooting setting (long-exposure noise reduction) when the aperture value is F1.8 or higher
Adds support for the Relay Playback function
Adds the Sync Release function that releases the shutters of multiple sub-cameras in conjunction with the main camera’s shutter timing Note: Remote Camera Tool Ver. 4.1.00 is required to activate this function.
Adds a function that displays the focus frame on the Remote Camera Tool app screen when the monitor and viewfinder are turned off Note: Remote Camera Tool Ver. 4.1.00 is required to activate this function.
The maximum number of images that can be recorded in one folder has been increased to 9,999
Enables display of the Wi-Fi signal strength
Adds support for C2PA format (The license availability date is undecided)
(C2PA = Coalition for Content Provenance and Authenticity)
Adds support for Custom Grid Line Note: Custom Grid Line is available as a paid license. Availability depends on the country and region.
FTP transfer & network functions:
Allows you to upload camera images directly to the Creators’ Cloud app Note: Creators’ App Ver. 2.3.1 or later is necessary. Settings must be made in the Creators’ App in advance. For more information, please visit the Creators’ App support website. Service may not be available in some countries or regions. Please refer to this support page.
You can now automatically schedule FTP transfer of protected movies and still images
Movies/still images transferred via FTP transfer can now be automatically protected
Adds a function to prioritize specific images via FTP transfer
Adds support for SFTP
(SFTP = Secure File Transfer Protocol)
Others:
Fixes an issue where the camera would occasionally become unstable during continuous shooting
Fixes an issue where the color of a JPEG image may change when cropped in the camera
Fixes an issue where images may not be transferred properly during FTP transfer
Fixes an issue where the folder name setting for still images may switch from the set value to the default value (MSDCF) when the battery is removed
Fixes an issue where the camera may not be able to connect to the network
Fixes an issue where the timecode wasn’t always retained after a power restart
Improves the functionality and operational stability of the camera
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𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝗣𝗦-𝗖-𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁 𝗠𝗶𝗿𝗿𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘀
This lens offers a 37.5mm equivalent focal length, catering to a versatile range of subjects from everyday photography to portraits, street photography, and landscape shooting.
𝗙/𝟭.𝟳 𝗺𝗮𝘅𝗶𝗺𝘂𝗺 𝗔𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲
Enhances performance in challenging lighting scenarios while providing precise control over depth of field for selective focus applications. This wide aperture lens excels in low-light conditions and produces striking bokeh, ideal for achieving artistic defocusing effects.
𝗟𝗼𝘄-𝗿𝗲𝗳𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶-𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴
Multi-layer coating has been applied to individual elements to reduce flare and ghosting for greater contrast and color accuracy.
𝗔𝘀 𝗖𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗮𝘀 𝟳.𝟴𝟳””/ 𝟮𝟬𝗰𝗺 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝘆
Manual focus design permits working with subjects as close as 7.87″”/ 20 cm away, this lens delivers exceptional close-up precision, capturing intricate details with clarity.
𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗹 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝗔𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻
allowing you to effortlessly and perceptibly adjust your aperture settings for accurate exposures and smooth transitions, providing a tactile and intuitive shooting experience
𝗘𝘅𝗾𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵
With its exquisite retro aesthetics and compact, lightweight design, this lens is exceptionally well-suited for use as a go-to, walk-around lens.
Finally available! Here is the official press text just issued by Sony:
Now Available: Sony Electronics’ Custom Grid Line License Gives Alpha Users Creative Consistency
SAN DIEGO – Apr. 18, 2024 – Sony Electronics is addressing one of the most common challenges for professional content creators – maintaining consistency and quality when capturing multiple images – with its new Custom Grid Line license. It is now available in the United States and Canada for Alpha 1, Alpha 7S III, Alpha 7 IV, Alpha 9 III, and other mirrorless camera bodies.
The license upgrade, built for volume photography and video production professionals, lets creators import up to four customized original grid lines. These can be displayed on the camera’s electronic viewfinder (EVF) and rear LCD monitor, or on an external monitor using an HDMI® output, to ensure consistent results during long shooting sessions.
Custom grid lines alleviate the burden of volume photographers working at schools, photo studios, theme parks, cruise ships or malls who often need to take similar shots repeatedly, sometimes thousands in one day. The ability to clearly see pre-set customized grid lines, especially when working quickly or in challenging lighting conditions, provides unprecedented peace of mind knowing that each shot will be framed perfectly.
Additionally, sports photographers can apply one set of gridlines for full team photos and another for individual player shots, enabling uniformity. They can also create gridlines customized for specific sports to follow the action and player movements more precisely.
Additionally, videographers can benefit from Sony’s Custom Grid Line license. It lets creatives capture videos looking at the aspect ratio they need, allowing users to frame content that can easily be repurposed for social media or other specific uses.
The combination of Custom Grid Lines with Alpha camera features, such as Face AF and Eye AF, make it easy to line up standard family and couple photos, as well as capture dynamic activity shots.
Users can create the grid lines as PNG files – which can also contain characters, logos, and other graphic elements – and replace them as needed. They can also choose grid line colors, for example, to avoid blending with subjects’ clothing color or backgrounds.
While currently supported cameras include the A1, A7S III, A7 IV, and A9 III, the Custom Grid Line license will be available for other Alpha camera bodies with future compatible models announced through the web site: https://pro.sony/digital-imaging/.
Sony at NAB Show 2024 | Sony’s Custom Grid Line License
