Back in 2005, right before Sony started the Alpha series of interchangeable lens cameras, they released a weird bridge camera with an outstanding lens and enormous APS-C sensor. Is this camera the great grandparent of modern mirrorless cameras? TCSTV’s Chris Niccolls took the Sony R1 out on the streets of New York City to find out:
You can still buy this camera in used condition on Amazon and [shoplink 63835 ebay]eBay[/shoplink].
Sony issued a new 70-200mm GM firmware update at Sony support and Sony Australia.
This update (version 04) resolves an issue where some products may not operate properly after updating to version 03.
Always nice to get something for free. BHphoto is giving you the Sandisk 64GB cars ($119) on every Sony A7rIII preorder (Click here). If you already have preordered the A7rIII at BH ask them to give you that card for free.
Sony savings:
FF cameras:
The Sony A7rII now sells for $2,398 with lot free extras at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama and Focuscamera.
The Sony A7sII also sell for $2,398 with free extras at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama and Focuscamera.
APS-C cameras:
$70 off on the Sony 6300 at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama and Focuscamera.
$100 off on the Sony 6000 at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama and Focuscamera.
$100 off on the Sony 5100 at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama and Focuscamera.
$200 off on the A6000 dual kit at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama and Focuscamera.
The preorders for the new Luminar 2018 (for Mac and Windows) are now open at Macphun.com.
In this video Jeff Remas reveals the amount of A7rIII preorders at BH. I have no way to compare these numbers with other cameras.
And Kevin Raber from Luminous Landscape shared his first impression thoughts and also said this:
Based on information shared with us at Sony’s private event, it seems that the company has indeed come from behind and is now selling a lot of cameras—more, they claim than Nikon. Considering where Sony was five years ago, that is quite an achievement.
I am speculating wildly, but the G-Master glass is so good and can resolve to 100mp or more that somewhere in the Sony pipeline there has to be an even more prominent MP sensor in the works. One can look at some of the patents that are shared online and see that Sony is working hard on new sensor technology.
Some amazing details from the Sony A7RIII (Alin Popescu).
Brooke Shaden’s Fine Art With The α7R III (Alphauniverse).
Preorders:
Sony A7rIII at Amazon, Bhphoto, Adorama, BuyDig, FocusCamera, Calumet DE, Wex UK. Photo-Porst.de. Sony Netherland. Sony Australia. Sony Japan.
Sony 24-105mm at Amazon, Bhphoto, Adorama, BuyDig, FocusCamera, Calumet DE, Wex UK.
Join the A7rIII facebook group to discuss the camera features and tests!
The Chinese company 7Artisans has several E-mount manual focusing lenses on sale at Amazon.com, Amazon.de, Amazon.co.uk, and [shoplink 60402 ebay]eBay[/shoplink]. And according to
Richard Wong we will get two more E-mount lenses before the end of the year:
1. 12mm f/2.8 lens for cropped sensor mirrorless cameras: Sony E, Canon EOS-M, Fuji X and Micro Four Thirds.
2. 35mm f/1.2 lens for cropped sensor mirrorless cameras: Sony E, Canon EOS-M, Fuji X and Micro Four Thirds.
Thos are manual focusing APS-C lenses. No price info yet.
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It is in Stock on [shoplink 63818 ebay]eBay[/shoplink], Sharpest light. It will be in Stock soon at Amazon US and Amazon DE too. Press text:
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Viltrox EF-E II Electronic Adapter (F Booster) is the 2nd generation of its kind since the end of 2014. This adapter is designed for Sony APS-C camera and Canon EF mount lenses. Same as previous generation, the built-in optics increase light input by one F stop and also reduce focal length by x0.71. Same as the latest EF-NEX IV, the new F Booster also comes with USB port for firmware update and a switch to select CDAF or PDAF focus mode#.
Product features:
– Support Sony A9/A7/A7R/A7S/A6XXX/NEX cameras and VG camcorders* (APS-C mode should be turn on for full frame camera)
– Integrated USB port for adapter firmware update^
– 4 elements in 4 groups optics increase light input by one F stop and also reduce focal length by x0.71
– Dedicated switch to select between Contrast Detection and Phase Detection Auto Focus mode
– Contrast Detection AF allow Flexible Spot to be moved and focus across the frame and support Eye focus on specific camera#.
– Phase Detection Auto Focus gives faster focus experience on most lenses.
– Support EF lenses manufactured by Canon, Sigma, Tokina and Tamron
– Record EXIF data includes aperture, focal distance etc
– Support on camera aperture adjustment and metering
– Support lens Image Stabilizer
– High precision aluminum alloy with chromium plating on both mounting surface to ensure smooth installation and durability.
^ To update adapter firmware, latest firmware can be download from official website, connect adapter to computer with USB cable and copy the file into adapter memory. Do not required to attach lens or camera.
# To change AF mode, switch to desired AF mode on adapter, turn off camera, take out battery, insert battery and turn camera back on again for camera to recognize new AF mode as a new lens. Slow focus will happen on low end lenses in CDAF mode.
*VG series does not support AF.
Retail price is US$188 (Standard international shipping included)
International buyer please purchase at below links:
Ecwid Shop (free shipping upgrade) https://goo.gl/4HtGhh
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Capture One added RAW support for the three new Sony cameras and the 100-400mm FE lens.
Release notes: downloads.phaseone.com (PDF)
Download: phaseone.com/en/Download/Software-Archive.aspx
