Sony interview at Amateur Photographer: “if there seems to be a market for an f/1.2 lens we will certainly consider it”

The Sigma 35mm f/1.2 FE is the fastest autofocus E-mount lens yet
Amateur Photographer interviewed Ben Pilling, Technical Marketing Manager for Sony and he said:
If there seems to be a market for an f/1.2 lens we will certainly consider it. We’re also keen to keep our lenses relatively compact and affordable
I am all in for a new 50mm and 85mm f/1.2 GM lens and you?

Sony Tidbits…


Samyang 85mm F1.4 AF FE Lens Review | John Sison

Meike 35mm F1.4 test by Marc Alhadeff.
A Second Look at the Sony A7III (Precision Camera).
From Fisheye to Telephoto: A Variety of Lenses for the Wedding Photographer (Explora).
How a National Geographic Photographer Shoots feat. Bob Holmes youtu.be/itZOlj1JK2U
Cascable 4.0 Released
Das perfekte Sony Alpha 6400 Vlogging Setup mit SmallRig Adapter (Krolop&Gerst).

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Sony Tidbits…


Cleaning your sensor (updated video) – Sony a7riii, a7iii, a9, a7sii, a6400

SONY CROP MODE – does this mean I need fewer lenses? (Dandelion).
BEST Cinematic Settings for Sony a7III a7RIII a6300 a6400 a6500 (Jason Vong).
Sony’s 24 1.4 Gmaster vs Sony’s 16-35 Gmaster! (Cody Mchardy)
Sony A7III vs Panasonic S1 – Hybrid Full Frame Comparison (TheHybridShooter)
Clear Image Zoom for Sony Cameras | John Sison
Rainy Day Macro Photo Ideas (Explora).

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#Repost @praguelenshunter ・・・ Minolta MD Rokkor 85mm f2 This little Minolta is packed with lot of great things. I was never a huge fan of Minoltas, but that is starting to change. Minoltas are different than the lenses I would usually go to. On the other hand its good to try different things. The lens is very small and very light. Still it could be found for a good price. It is very sharp. The images looked sharp on the LCD screen, but in fact they are much sharper when I see them on the computer. Bokeh is very smooth not very distracting. The rendering is flat, I do not see the 3D feel of Zeiss or GM lenses, but its pleasant in a different way. I was not using a lens hood and in some angles this Rokkor would produce quite a pleasant lens flare. The colours are very special. It looks, like if you apply a preset to the images. Some would love that, others would not. But combination of all these things creates a strong character. There are more versions of the 85mm Minolta, this is the last version. The earlier versions had more funky-like bokeh and were a little bit less sharp. It would not be my most favourite 85mm lens of all time, but it is very universal and offers a nice alternative for a nice price. . . . @sonyambassador @sonyalphagear @sonyalpharumors @sonyusers @sonyworldclub @sonyhongkong @mirrorlesssony @sonyprogear @sony @sonyalphagallery @sonyalpha @sonyimages @sonya7lovers @sonyphotorussia @mirrorlessgeeks @thephotogeargeek

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Sony, 135GM
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Sony Tidbits…


Sony 24mm F1.4 GM Lens Review | John Sison

Sony Announces Xperia 1 Smartphone with 4K OLED Display (Explora).
Mastering Sony AutoFocus 2019 | For a7III a7RIII a7SII a6300 a6400 a6500 (Jason Vong).
Sony A6400 VS Panasonic Lumix G95! THE Dishonest Comparison! (TheEveryDayDad).
DPReview TV: Why Shutter Angle Is Better Than Shutter Speed (for video)
Full-Tilt Manual: Going Analog with your Digital Camera (Explora).
Sony to Release Two Types of 4K-Resolution CMOS Image Sensors for Security Cameras

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The new Sony 200-600mm G lens is now shipping out in the USA

SAR readers from the USA told me their 200-600mm G preorder shipped out yesterday at BHphoto. Still preorders were so high you can’t find the lens in Stock anywhere yet.

USA/CA Preorders:
Sony 200-600mm FE at Amazon, BHphoto, FocusCamera, BuyDig, Adorama and Henyrs.
Sony 600mm FE GM at Amazon, BHphoto, FocusCamera, BuyDig, Adorama and Henyrs.
EU Preorders:
Sony 200-600mm FE at Amazon DE. Calumet DE. Amazon UK. WexUK. ParkCameras. Amazon FR. Amazon IT. Amazon ES.
Sony 600mm FE GM at Calumet DE.WexUK. ParkCameras.
Asia Preorders:
Sony 200-600mm FE at Sony Japan. Sony Australia.
Sony 600mm FE GM at Sony Japan. Sony Australia.

Stay tuned…I think I know what Sony will announce in late August!

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I am hiking back to Mantet…

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At the moment I am hiking in Mantet (Pyrenees). Just got a solid info about the two cameras Sony will announce in late August. Unlike the A7rIV launch this time I think we will know in time what’s coming :)

Shall be home in 1-2 hours in time to post the full rumor! Stay tuned!