Comments on: (SR4) UPDATED -> Sony will launch a new camera on November 18!

By: Fred

Fred — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:39:53 +0000

So here we are at 19 November 2009 and …………NOTHING !

So here’s my wish for the next Sony Alpha A800:
16 MP FF with ISO range 12800 std expendable up to 102K
At least 19 cross AF sensors with coupled spot exposure.
Updated AF sensitivity down to -1 EV. Uprated AF speed.
Minimum 5 Frames per sec.
Video that works better than Panasonic GF1.
Articulated LCD screen.
Micro AF adjust.
100% Viewfinder.
HDR
Customizable Braketing up to 9 points.
Optional GPS and WIFI in grip.
Auto ISO same as Nikons
Horizontal indicator.
Switchable grid in viewfinder same as Nikon.
SSS of course.

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By: (FT3) new Panasonic MicroFourThirds camera to be launched on February 2010

(FT3) new Panasonic MicroFourThirds camera to be launched on February 2010 — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:19:08 +0000

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By: Damen Stephens

Damen Stephens — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 10:43:50 +0000

Hi Tom,

The size of the sensor is irrelevant when it comes to downscaling to 1080p resolutions – Full frame will generally still give you larger pixels (hence better low-light capabilities) and better depth of field isolation. What DOES matter is the number of megapixels the sensor has (whether full frame, aps-c or 4/3rds) – for video, the LESS megapixels the sensor has the better (less aggressive downsampling required). This is entirely independent of the size of the sensor.

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UPDATED -> MicroFourThirds competition rumors summary! — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 18:41:37 +0000

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By: Tom

Tom — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 18:20:47 +0000

There are a few of us who are more interested in these cameras for their video capabilities than their still image abilities, I see a few here, and I count myself as one… Full frame is pointless, perhaps even detrimental for video use, especially if your doing such a low resolution such as 1080p. Even APS-C, as evidenced by the Canon 7D can work against you. The processing required to scale the image down to 1080p can produce artifacts and has other performance robbing side effects. 4/3 Sensor is much more suitable for video use and although professional photographers will still want to work with FF and APS-C, especially for images that need to be blown up or go to print, videographers and casual consumers would be much better off with a smaller sensor with lower resolution, if marketing can get over the megapixel race. Obviously these new compacts are targeted primarily for non-professional users or those professionals who need a compact system to augment their DSLRs and are well aware of the limitations.

I tend to dislike Sony products, both camera and camcorders, and had high hopes for the new Olympus E-P2, but I will tell you, if Sony provides 1080p at 23.976, 29.97 (30 for the PAL markets too please), audio at 24/48 and a decent line level input and a sensor that is at least as good as the Panasonic and Olympus m4/3 units, I will jump ship as soon as it is released. Embracing a standard lens mount, such as 4/3, m4/3, M, etc… would be extremely beneficial, otherwise I’ll have to look for adapters for quality glass. Using a non-Sony memory storage product would be nice too, but I don’t expect too much. Just give me the adequate video performance and that will be enough for me to buy in. As an aside, AVCHD using the lite profile, or lack of B-frame support for motion, and a low-bandwidth does not count as adequate, otherwise I would be shooting a GH1 now.

By: Mount Rushmore

Mount Rushmore — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 04:29:33 +0000

All these 4/3 mirror-less…. not very exciting…..
Sony!
Please give us FF with HD video before Canon releases 5D mkii 24p firmware!
Then you have my cash.

By: Catastrophile

Catastrophile — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 14:59:58 +0000

why would you do that to us?! your english no matter how bad is unlikely to be worse than our Dutch, here is roughly what i understood witout resorting to online translation or dictionaries:

remains to be seen which sensor they are going to use and also if the mirrorless [systems] remain one [single] lens mount? http://sonyalpharumors.com/sr5-sony-…n-november-18/ in my opinion there is a big chance that sony and nikon will use the same sensor in their [mirrorless cameras].

somebody correct me if am wrong, am almost sure of the second part after the link (which takes you to nowhere BTW), geen goed nederlands.

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By: Paul

Paul — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 17:56:20 +0000

Mirrorless APS-C with 720p30 video would be sweet. But, knowing Sony, it’ll come with 1080i video and a label that says Full HD…

By: Pin

Pin — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 01:45:39 +0000

A APS-C mirrorless? very, very, very probably… but 4/3, very, very, very doubtful
Samsung, “Ricoh”, Leica and “Sigma” moved to APS-C, why would Sony move to 4/3 designing APS-C sensor themselves?

By: J Cornejo

J Cornejo — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:51:26 +0000

Do we know why would Sony diversify from Full Frame & APC in favour of 4/3 ?

http://www.pbase.com/paulsilkphotography/image/97100362.jpg

4/3 gives less coverage, potentially can make your lense investment worthless …

Sounds like a potential “dilute” of the camera market, rather than strengthening its position ?