(SR2) Sony will adopt new RAW format for new High Resolution and High Dynamic sensor generation?

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What we could see from Sony in 2015.

For sure Sony is going to bring a new generation of High Resolution sensors. And the question arises if there is a necessity of a new RAW format to handle the ever increasing amount of data. I don’t know if the following rumor from an anonymous source is correct. But this what it says:

“In order to take advantage of future image sensor dynamic range Sony will switch to a different raw format.
Current Sony cameras utilize like most digital cameras 14 bit for their raw format. Although delivering a huge advantage over the 8bit and compressed jpeg images this is not longer suitable for all future image sensors.
More and more image sensors, most noticeable in the current A7 lineup are ins some rare usage scenarios constricted.
Future image sensors featuring even higher intrinsic dynamic range and thus providing HDR like image quality in difficult lighting scenarios will require a change in raw file format.
Currently two format types are in discussion: A uncompressed 16 bit format or a compressed 21bit format”

Well, one thing is certain, many will have to buy new large and fast capacity flash cards, new computers and new hard disks to be able to work with future Sony cameras!

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Sony Tidbits…

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Sony a6300 in Williamsburg Brooklyn

Samyang / Rokinon 50mm f/1.2 CS review (Mirrorlessons).
Shoots made with the A6300 and the 35mm 1.4 Distagon (SonyAlphaForum)
Studying Photography in New York City (Explora).
Shootout: Sony Planar T* 50mm f/1.4 ZA vs Rokinon FE 50mm /1.4 (Diglloyd)
Atomos Firmware Update: HDR Functionality for Shogun and Ninja
Sony camera+lens compatibility tool at Support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp.
A7rII review at Qamera.
ZEISS Batis & Loxia Wide Angle Full Frame E-Mount Lens Gimbal Comparison (Cinema5D)
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Zeiss Batis 18mm is back in Stock at BHphoto

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After more than one month the Zeiss Batis 18mm FE lens is back in Stock in USA via BHphoto (Click here).

Reminder:
Up to $280 off on Sony E-mount cameras and lenses at BestBuy (Click here).
The brand new Rokinon 14mm f/2.8 Full Frame E-mount autofocus lens can be preordered bow at BHphoto (Click here). It costs $849 and it will ship on October 4.
For a limited time and quantity you can buy the fast Lexar SD dual pack card for $34.95 at BHphoto (Click here).
$100 off on the Speedmaster 50mm f/0.95 Lens for Sony E-Mount at BHphoto (Click here).
The Easycover for the Sony A63000 is in Stock at BHphoto and Amazon.
The new Sony Water/Dust/Shock/Bend Proof SD cards are now in Stock at BHphoto (Click here) and Adorama (Click here).
The new Rokinon 50mm FE f/1.4 autofocus lens is in Stock at Amazon US (Click here) and at BHphoto (Click here).

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(SR2) First rumors about a possible Zeiss 60mm f/2.8 Batis lens…

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[shoplink 48071]90mmlens[/shoplink]
The current [shoplink 48071]Sony 90mm FE[/shoplink] is the only macro lens in the FE lineup.

Trusted sources told us that Zeiss will launch both new Batis and Loxia lenses between September and October. And there will be definitely new telephoto lenses too.

Recently a completely new source shared some specs of another Batis lens I never heard of. He said:

Next Batis lens is 60mm f2.8 Macro. Release in september.

Liek I said this is not one of my usual Zeiss sources. Therefore I am not sure this is right yet. But I am wondering if SAR readers think such a lens would actually make sense….

Would you consider to buy a Zeiss Batis 60mm f/2.8 macro lens?

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It would have to keep up with a super lens like the [shoplink 48071]Sony 90mm FE[/shoplink] whcih just recently got tested by Photozone . And they said

Both Canon and Nikon should be scared by now …

:)

Sony 90mm FE lens at [shopcountry 48071].

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70-200mm GM lens lens to ship “sometimes in September”. New video reviews and tests

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Sony G Master 70-200 Hands On Review For Shooting Video.

Sony informed the dealers that they expect to ship a new Stock of 70-200mm GM lenses “sometimes in September”. I guess it’s more likely this means by “end of September” otherwise they would have a more precise shipping info. Check the 70-200mm GM in Stock status at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama, Focuscamera. Calumet.de. Amazon GermanyCyberport.de. PhotoPorst. Jessops. WexUK.

And now let’s check out the latest 70-200mm GM test videos:
Sony 70-200 G-Master Initial Sports Review (Volleyball) by ThatCameraGuy
(4K) Battle of the Sony Long Range Zooms | Sony 70-300 vs 70-200 vs 24-240 by Noba Tech
SONY 70-200 mm G MASTER – Test und Vorstellung | DEUTSCH

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Sony Tidbits…

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Backcountry Snowboarding in 4K | Jeremy Jones | Sony

Podcast: Why Is 4K Video in a Point-and-Shoot Camera? (Explora).
Back to School Buying Guide 2016 (Adorama Learning Center)
Indie rock music video shot with the A7SII and an anamorphic lens (SonyAlphaForum).
Film photography makes a stunning comeback (EuropeanCeo)
switched from a Canon-Nikon system to the Sony Alpha 7 series (Emin Kuliyev).
Samyang AF 1.4/50 samples and review at swedish Cyberphoto
Zeiss Planar 50mm FE review (Focus Numerique)
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Xabier:Let me send you a little video I´ve made with the incredible Sony A7SII. I´ve tested the SLOG 2 & 3 capabilities, as well as it´s 100 fps technology. https://vimeo.com/178734761
The downsides I´ve seen with the A7SII are its poor CDAF and the poor results of the SLOG3 when shooting the skyes, due to it´s 8 bit codec.
Apart from that, it´s an awesome camera: The Lowlight sensitivity is amazing, as well as the superb Dinamic Range and the On-sensor stabilizing system.

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