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Disney Vacation Video, Nex-6 and GoPro HD Hero Cameras
Posted May 22, 2013 by Jay
I took several video clips using the my Sony Nex-6 and my GoPro Hero2 that I’ve had for some time now. The Nex-6 did a great job with the video in my opinion and the GoPro Camera, which is similar to the Sony Action Cam, offered a new perspective on the pool and more. I [...]
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Recommended Camera Bags for Travel and More..
Posted May 20, 2013 by Jay
I have gotten a lot of questions lately on recommendations for lenses, camera bags, and other gear for travel purposes, so I figured it was time to write an article on the matter. I had to do some re-search as new bags and gear are constantly coming out or are being updated, so prepare yourself [...]
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Samsung NX Camera System, Worth Considering??
Posted May 20, 2013 by Jay
The recently announced Samsung NX300, I just read up on, got me seriously looking into the Samsung NX Camera System as a whole. Very impressive first impression I must say. Huge APS-C sized sensors, just like the Sony Nex camera system, Hybrid AF, and several quality lenses available. Samsung is on the move just like [...]
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Disney Vacation, Nex-6, 55-210mm lens – The Animal Kingdom
Posted May 17, 2013 by Jay
For this series of Photos from out Disney Family Vacation, I used my Nex-6 and the 55-210mm E-Mount Lens. The extra focal length of the SEL55210 was definitely needed for the Animal Kingdom as most animals were pretty far away, and the 18-55mm standard kit lens is not enough zoom. I really wanted to get [...]
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Disney World Family Vacation and the Sony Nex-6 Continued… – Epcot
Posted May 16, 2013 by Jay
As I said in the previous post on my Disney World Family Vacation – Magic Kingdom, I’m using my Sony Nex-6, the 18-55mm kit lens, and the 55-210mm telephoto zoom lens. The Sony Nex-6 did the job very well and the two lenses gave me the necessary range for the photos I wanted to capture [...]
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Sony a35 and autoHDR = Super Reality??
Posted September 16, 2011 by Jay
Just my opinion, but the more I play with the autoHDR feature on the Sony a35 the more it seems like Super Reality. Sony claims that is were there headed remember the article from last week, and I think there on the right track!! When using the autoHDR feature the camera is able to capture [...]
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Carl Zeiss® 16-35mm f/2.8 Zoom Lens (A-Mount) – Preview, Initial Impressions, Full Specs and more..
Posted September 17, 2011 by Jay
The Carl Zeiss 16-35mm f/2.8 Zoom Lens (SAL-1635Z) for the Alpha Camera Systems (A-Mount) is one of the most wanted lenses in the Sony arsenal, and in this preview I’ll give you all the info available on this incredible piece of glass. For starters the Sony SAL-1635Z 16-35mm f/2.8 ZA SSM Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* [...]
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Sony Alpha A99 Reviews, Sony SEL1018 Lens Review, New Camera Sensor Database Website!!
Posted November 27, 2012 by Jay
I can across a few new Sony Alpha A99 Reviews, and a Sony SEL1018 Lens Review that is definitely worth checking out! We also have a New Camera Sensor Database Website that is really great for comparing sensor specs on different cameras! I’m also pleased to report that Sony Alpha Forum is getting more user [...]
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The Sony Nex-5n Arrived Last Night :)
Posted September 21, 2011 by Jay
I just got the Sony Nex-5n from BHPhotVideo.com and I’m really excited to start playing!! First thing I did was through the battery on charge and take a very quick look at the camera. I didn’t want to touch it with my hands yet, because I need to take all the review images and it’s [...]
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How To: Take Pictures using the autoHDR Feature with Sony Cameras
Posted September 7, 2011 by Jay
In this How To video Paul Tucker and Paul Genge talk about using High Dynamic Range (HDR) for taking better and clearer photographs when in situations where lighting variations (such as backlight) might affect the outcome of the desired picture. This video is excellent and recommended for anybody that wants to see the auto HDR [...]
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Understanding Exposure – How to Shoot Great Photographs with Any Camera
Posted August 7, 2011 by Jay
Understanding Exposure By: Peterson is responsible for most of my initial photography knowledge only five short years ago.
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New E-book about the Nex 5R and Nex 6 from FriedmanArchives
Posted April 16, 2013 by Mike Hendren
The Complete Guide to Sony’s NEX-5R and NEX-6 Mirrorless Cameras by Gary Friedman and Mike Hendren is finally available from the Friedman Archives. The book provides in-depth coverage of every function and feature of your Nex and is illustrated with hundreds of photo examples. And there is a ton of extra information about photography in [...]
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Sony introduces the Alpha 500
Posted August 1, 2009 by Jay
Models Deliver Low-Light Performance, Exceptional Shooting Speed and In-Camera High Dynamic Range SAN DIEGO, Aug. 27, 2009 – Sony today introduced two a (alpha) DSLR cameras with a new generation of Exmor™ CMOS sensors and BIONZ™ image processors, which make it easy for active shooters to get the best shot and capture clearer images—without missing their favorite [...]
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SONY DEBUTS WORLD’S FIRST DIGITAL STILL CAMERAS WITH BACK-ILLUMINATED “EXMOR R” CMOS SENSOR TECHNOLOGY
Posted August 5, 2009 by Jay
Sony developed “Exmor R”, a CMOS sensor featuring Sony’s independently developed back-illuminated structure, with the aim of creating a camera capable of taking exceptional photographs even by candlelight. “Exmor R” is approximately twice as sensitive (*1) as a conventional front-illuminated CMOS sensor and also features low noise. In a back-illuminated CMOS sensor, light is directed [...]
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SONY BRINGS FULL-FRAME QUALITY TO A NEW CLASS OF DSLR PHOTO ENTHUSIASTS
Posted August 27, 2009 by Jay
SAN DIEGO, August 27, 2009 — Aimed at experienced shooters looking for value and sophisticated SLR performance, Sony today introduced the full-frame ? (alpha) DSLR-A850 camera and a new 28-75mm F2.8 lens. The ?850 model shares the same 24.6 megapixel sensor and most features of the flagship ?900 camera, introduced last year, but will be [...]
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Excellent Alpha 900 Review by Matt Golowczynski!!
Posted December 11, 2009 by Jay
I just watched this review of the alpha 900 by Matt Golowsczynski from whatdigitalcamera.com and it is excellent. All the questions I had were answered and I would love to try this camera out someday. Your browser does not support iFrame.
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Sony Introduces worlds first Digital Still Camera with Full 1080/60 HD Video!!
Posted January 5, 2010 by Jay
New Top Models Add A 16.2-Megapixel “Exmor R” CMOS Sensor And Dual Rec; One Model Adds An OLED With Touch Screen LAS VEGAS (CES Booth #14200), Jan. 5, 2010 – Sony today unveiled five new Cyber-shot® digital still cameras that make it easy to get DSLR-like quality still images, stunning 3D photos and high-quality full [...]
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Sony Alpha SLT-A99 Bundle Deal; Free Flash and Battery Grip!!!
Posted April 1, 2013 by Jay
Sony just announced a killer bundle deal for the Alpha SLT-A99 Full Frame Professional series camera. Basically you get the Pro grade FVL-F60M External Flash Unit, and the A99′s VG-C9AM Battery Grip for free, when you purchase the SLT-A99 at the regular price of $2798.00 US!!! That’s a total instant rebate of $930.0 US encase [...]
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Sony Unviels Cyber-Shot HX Series Super Zooms
Posted January 31, 2010 by Jay
High-Zoom HX100V and HX9V Models Offer 3D, New Intelligent Sweep Panorama Mode High Resolution Mode and GPS/Compass SAN DIEGO, Jan. 31, 2010 – Sony today unveiled two new 16.2-megapixel Cyber-shot® digital still cameras that offer Full HD video shooting capability at the touch of a dedicated movie button. Recording video at 60 progressive frames per [...]
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- "I'm also looking around for an 400 pound mirrorless (with a KIT). Between this and something like an used N..." - Eid
- "In my opinion if you want a backpack style might as well go with something for hiking like an osprey daypac..." - Mat
- "Thanks for the article. Another way for handling Camera gears is to have few tiny bags that get attached to..." - Karim
- ""Failed To Verify Referrer" is all I get from the poll, on voting and on verify results. ????? Doesn't work..." - Lou
- "Excellent review. But I had to chuckle when you put holding the camera still at extreme zoom as a con." - Cyber Dactyl
- "Jay, thank you very much for the info. It turned out to be a setting, namely "AEL with shutter". I turned i..." - Jonas
- "Thanks Peter! That bag does indeed look very nice and I added above :) Jay" - Jay
- "Excellent Christian and thanks for the info! I will add those bags you mentioned asap, but int he meantime..." - Jay
- "I've just purchased a Lowepro Classic 100 ILC shoulder bag - holds NEX-6 with kit lens or 35mm prime, 18-20..." - Peter Stowe
- "Thanks Jay, looking forward to seeing your results." - winsom
- "Think Tank also has some good shoulder bags that work well, one is the Sub Urban Disguise series, and also ..." - Christian Purcell
- "The image should be sharper using the 16mm f/2.8 prime lens in my opinion, but it depends at what aperture...." - Jay
- "HI Jay, Thanks for the great write up and I know much more about taking portraits. However, I noticed t..." - winsom
- "HI Jonas and thanks again for your reply. I have good news! I just it on my Nex-6 and the exposure does n..." - Jay
- "Jay, yes pressing and holding the focus button will lock the focus, but it also locks my exposure :-/ , Whi..." - Jonas
- "Hi Ray, f/1.4 would be nice I agree :) I have the fully manual Minolta MC 50mm Rokkor PG f/1.4 Lens and l..." - Jay
- "Hi Wisnom, and great question. Check out this article on lenses and portraits Photography, and I think yo..." - Jay
- "That is really interesting Jonas and I wonder if the Samsung NX300, or Fuji X-E1 do that?? I can't seem to ..." - Jay
- "Hello, and thanks for the comments/ questions. I would watch the sample video I provided and judge for your..." - Jay
- "Jerry, I just prefer the 50mm focal length with the crop factor camera, but also the optics wide open are ..." - Jay
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