Sony FX9 successor coming in late summer. After that the A7sIV and 1/2 more “photo oriented” cameras?

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According to trusted sources there is a fair chance that the next FX camera might be a new Sony FX9 successor. It could be announced in late summer. This is not the only Full Frame camera we will get in 2024. This is the rumored roadmap:

  • Sort of FX9 successor coming in late Summer
  • New Alpha camera body in late Summer (August/September). Could be the A7sIV but this is not confirmed yet.
  • New Alpha camera body in October/November
  • Small chance there might another Sony camera in November (to be confirmed)

If you happen to know more details about those cameras drop me a message at sonyalpharumors@gmail.com or use this anonymous contact box. Thanks!

So far I got a couple of unconfirmed rumors about what kind of Alpha cameras we will get. But I still don’t fell comfortable enough to share that info. But it’s clear that Sony’s big announcement will be made between September 2024 and February 2025. All we are getting before is that ZV-E10II that should ship out in August (announcement June/July).

Still, what’s coming soon (possibly June) should be very exciting are the 85mm f/1.4 GMII and the 24-70mm f/2.0 GM. Hope to get some announcement dates soon!

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If you own the DJI Mic 2 you have to buy the adapter

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The new DJI Mic 2 Camera Adapter for Sony cameras is now in Stock at Amazon US&EU and at DJI store. This is a MUST buy accessory if you own the new DJI Mic 2 (Amazon US&EU, DJI store, BHphoto, Adorama.)

Philip Bloom tested it and wrote:

If you own a Sony cameras and these then it’s a no-brainer as it only cost me about £30 from the DJI store.
You need to update the firmware of the Mic 2 for this work. I’ve put the compatibility list in the comments. It worked on the FX6, FX3, a7siii, a1 and a7iv.
Whilst the RØDE Wireless Pro are a better set as they come with lav mics and have timecode, these are still great and are now the best budget dual wireless microphone system for for the Sony miShoe now. I’ve only come across one other that isn’t by Sony which is from Godox, but they aren’t in the same league. Don’t forget the DJI Mic 2 transmitters also record internally in 32 bit float.

Here is one more review from Chris Brockhurst:

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Hot deal for EU readers: 140 Euro coupon rebate on the Sony 20-70mm G

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One of Sony’s best zoom lenses got a 140 Euro coupon rebate at Amazon Germany (Click here).

There arena ton of new coupon rebates at Amazon Germany:

There are similar deals in other Amazon stores like Amazon UK (on this page), Amazon Italy (on this page), Amazon France (on this page).

You save up to 300€ on Tamron lenses at Amazon Europe, FotoErhardt, FotoKoch, Calumet, WexUk.

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Rokinon AF 135mm f/1.8 FE now for $622 only!

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You get the Rokinon/Samyang AF 135mm f/1.8 FE now for $622 only at Amazon and BHphoto. Only limited supply at this price!

Reminder: Those Sony rebates run this til June 2 at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama. Some special mentions:

Cameras:

Lenses:

Accessories:

Tamron:

  • Tamron 28-75mm III lens for $699 only at Amazon US, BHphoto and Adorama t This is the lowest price ever on an excellent and much beloved kit lens!

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Sony is rumored to launch a 1 inch sensor smartphone named Xperia Pro C

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We all wonder if Sony will ever launch a new RX100 camera (I guess not). But rumors are getting stronger about that very same 1 inch sized sensor being used on a new Sony smartphone. Sony insider reports:

There seems to have been a new development on the Xperia Pro series line of smartphones. The phone which is speculated to be called as Xperia Pro C, a successor to the Pro-I, which may also adopt a compact form factor, a stark difference to Sony’s usual 6.5″ displays for its top tier smartphones. Some of the specs which were leaked includes: – A 6.0″ 120 Hz, 2K resolution OLED with Anti- reflection coating. – Snapdragon 8Gen 3 with 12/256 as the base skew, possibly. – 5000 mAh battery with a revamped 45W PD charging. Camera specs include: – 50 MP 1.0″ , 20 MM, f/1.8 with OIS, support for 12 Bit RAW and 14 Bit DCG RAW (maybe an OmniVision sensor). – 12 MP with AF, with support for 4K 120 FPS 10 Bit 420 S -LOG gamma curve and HLG support. Also support for JPG/60 FPS RAW, with AE/AF and support for Sony S-Cine-tone and creative look – 12 MP F 1/2.9″, 20mm, F 2.0 with support for 4K 60 FPS HDR and Sony Creative look.

The Xperia Pro C might be announced in late 2024.

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The new Panasonic S9 is the first true Sony ZV-E1 competitor…there is one interesting new feature Sony should “copy”

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Lumix S9 Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama, BestBuy, Panasonic US shop, FotoErhardt, FotoKoch, Calumet, WexUK, Panasonic UK shop.

The Panasonic Lumix S9 is the first true Sony ZV-E1 competitor. But the most important news that caught my attention is that Panasonic is going all out when it comes to its LUT ecosystem. They have launched a new APP that allows you to download LUTs from Panasonic and other creators, upload your own LUTs and so on.

Sony should also think about expanding its portfolio of ‘styles’ with new features and possibly even better branding. Call them ‘movie styles’ to appeal to the younger generation of content creators! And yes, in my dreams I hope to get some official Kodak styles one day!

Here is a how to:

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