CineD Opinion: The Sony a7 V is the Cinema Camera the FX2 Should Have Been

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CineD openly confirmed what had been obvious since the Sony A7V launch:

Had Sony launched a beefed-up version of the FX2 instead of the allegedly “reheated” camera, we might now be looking at Canon as the one arriving late with the EOS C50. That would have shifted parts of the market dynamics, though it’s hard to say how much impact it would have had on real-world sales.

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Sony has proven itself to be a strong sprinter, entering a market long dominated by Canon and Nikon and quickly capturing a substantial share. After that initial push, the company has settled into a phase of gaining some ground, then losing some. If we’re speculating, it’s worth asking what happens if Sony announces a successor to the Sony FX3 in the near future. Imagine the specs of the a7V packaged in a square, grey, cine-first body. Even if such a camera arrives later than expected, it could create real pressure for Canon, and perhaps even more so for Nikon. This game is far from over.

I think Sony knows by now they cannot afford to launch a “conservative” updated FX3II. they need some real cool camera now!

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Yes, you can mount Sony E lenses on a Lumix S9 if you modify the mount.

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A Rednote member named Chan modified his Panasonic Lumix S9 to be an E-mount camera. He had to remove the front sensor cover and use a Viltrox-E-mount adapter ring to get the right flange distance. Now he has an unbeatable combination: the power of the LUT combined with the wide availability of E-mount lenses.

The L mount has a flange distance of 20 mm, while Sony’s E mount has a flange distance of 18 mm. So it’s impossible to adapt E-mount lenses. The only way is to do what Chan did, cut the mount and bring an E mount closer to the sensor. I don’t think you should do that… it takes the right skills to make it work, and you’ll lose your warranty.

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Kensei Akatsu: My TOP 10 Favorite Sony Lenses that Changed My Life

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I really enjoy Kensei Akatsu’s videos, so I’m taking his list of 10 favorite Sony lenses as an inspiring guide for all of us.

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Battle of the giants: Sony 600 GM vs Sony 400-800 G and Sigma 300-600

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Fstopers had one of the best time ever testing three very different telephoto lenses for the Sony system:

Conclusion: All three lenses offer stellar image quality, but they serve different types of photographers. The Sony 600mm f/4 delivers unmatched sharpness even with a 2x teleconverter, but at a painful $14K price point and poor stabilization. The Sigma 300-600mm f/4 is heavier and limited to 15 fps, yet an excellent bargain at $6,600 with fixed aperture and superb optics. But the biggest surprise is the Sony 400-800mm: for a fraction of the cost, it delivers nearly the same image quality, better stabilization, more zoom range, and excellent usability — making it a true winner for enthusiasts and budget-conscious pros alike.

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