Sony Electronics Announces Update to Camera Remote SDK with Enhanced Functions for Drone Applications

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Sony Electronics Announces Update to Camera Remote SDK with Enhanced Functions for Drone Applications

Firmware Enhancements to Enable Remote Support for Focus Position Setting and Focal Length, In Addition to Expanded Menu Settings and Event Notifications

SAN DIEGO, Sept. 5, 2023 – Today, Sony Electronics announced an updated version of its Camera Remote Software Development Kit (SDK), which allows users to operate Sony’s cameras remotely from their computer. Updated functionality includes compatibility with the newly announced ILX-LR1 camera and support for third parties in the development of bespoke applications using the leading performance of Sony cameras.

Version 1.10 of the camera remote SDK, which will be available to download for free beginning September 13, 2023, and Version 1.11 in November 2023, offer new features that are particularly important for inspection/surveying, drone, e-Commerce and video shooting applications. With the latest update, it expands to recently launched compatible models: ILCE-7CR and ILCE-7CM2 with Version 1.10, and ILX-LR1 with Version 1.11.

Version 1.10 (and later) supports the following new features:

  • New support for “Focus Position Settingi which enables remote acquisition of the current focus position and focus sending to an arbitrary position.
  • In response to requests from existing customers (inspections and survey companies) to remotely acquire focal length information, the new version acquires focal lengthii Information.
  • Expanded menu settings for still and movie, including Interval shooting functions and AF tracking sensitivity settings, and menu settings for pre- and post- settings. A wider variety of settings can be changed.
  • Event notification such as video recording start/stop and ‘Focus Position Setting’ completion to enable high-speed, remote command processing. In addition, status acquisition, such as during media writing, is expanded so that the system can efficiently organize workflows by understanding the camera status.

For more details*, please visit: https://pro.sony/ue_US/digital-imaging/sdk
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​* Regarding this SDK version, the above site will be updated after 9/13

Compatible cameras

Sony is a market leader in mirrorless full-frame (35mm) cameras, renowned for their speed, image quality, resolution, compactness and wide lens line-up.

The Camera Remote SDK can be used to control several cameras in the Sony camera range, with the full list of compatible cameras available here:

https://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/app/sdk/en/index.html *

* Regarding this SDK version, the above site will be updated after 9/13

Camera Remote SDK Details

Camera Remote SDK allows users to control Sony’s cameras remotely from a computer, from changing the camera settings, to remote shutter release and live view monitoring. With this SDK, software developers can design bespoke applications tailored to business requirements, integrating Sony’s professional equipment for size-critical drone and speed camera systems as well as other medical, education, government, and e-commerce functions.

Exclusive stories and exciting new content about all of Sony’s other imaging products can be found at www.alphauniverse.com, a site created to educate and inspire all fans and customers of the Sony Alpha brand.

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Sony just announced the new Ultra-Lightweight, E-mount Camera for Industrial Applications, the ILX-LR1

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Sony Electronics Launches Ultra-Lightweight, E-mount Interchangeable Lens Camera for Industrial Applications, the ILX-LR1

The New 35 mm Full-Frame Image Sensor Camera Offers High-Resolution Imagery with a Compact Body, Remote Operation, and is Compatible with the Sony Camera Remote Software Development Kit (SDK)

SAN DIEGO, Sept. 5, 2023 – Today, Sony Electronics announces the launch of the new ILX-LR1, an interchangeable lens camera designed for industrial use with approximately 61 megapixels 35 mm full-frame image sensor. With high resolution and in a lightweight, compact form, it is ideal for inspection, investigation, surveying, and mapping by drone.

 “As the industrial market for drones expands, we recognized the need for a compact, lightweight, and full-frame option that prioritizes image quality and offers remote capabilities. This is a gamechanger for many in the industry,” says Yang Cheng, Vice President, Imaging Solutions, Sony Electronics. “With the launch of the ILX-LR1, we’ve taken Sony’s trusted legacy and expertise in imaging and paired it with the benefits of our E-mount interchangeable lens system and Camera Remote SDK to create a versatile new ecosystem optimized for photography, which supports a diverse range of industrial applications.”

High–resolution sensor for detailed images and efficient coverage

The ILX-LR1 captures high resolution, low noise, and wide dynamic range images that reveal fine details like small scratches and cracks during inspection and investigation. It also has a selection of a continuous shooting capability such as 3 frames per second, which is suitable for mapping shooting, allowing for the rapid completion of high-altitude shots in a short period of time. To make the ILX-LR1 much more versatile, it is compatible with a wide range of E-mount lenses that allow for the selection of the most appropriate lens based on the project so a single picture taken from high altitude can replace several pictures from a lower–resolution camera.

Lightweight and compact design, ideal for drone photography

The ILX-LR1 is designed to be a small and lightweight interchangeable lens camera with a 35mm full-frame image sensor. It is approximately 3.94 inches width x 2.91 inches height x 1.67 inches depth, weighing approximately 0.53 lbs, without carrying monitor, viewfinder, or battery, but incorporating the necessary features for industrial applications.

Designed for easy integration with industrial applications 

With the ILX-LR1’s size and functionality, it can be used for a variety of job sites and purposes such as utilities, green energy, telecommunications, transportation, construction, and land management projects. The compact, box-shaped camera has screw holes (M3)i for secure mounting, in any suitable location, on any of its six sides including for attaching to a drone, industrial machines, robots and/or submersibles. In addition, it has mounting screw hole (1/4-20 UNC) on the bottom surface. The USB Type-C and HDMI Micro (Type D) are together on the rear of the camera for easy installation.

Sony Camera Remote SDK gives remote users access and control camera’s menus and other functions from their own software applications. By integrating an API into the system, it becomes possible to remotely control the camera from the user’s system, allowing for camera settings changes, shutter release, live–view monitoring, and more. Also, a customer’s applications can link unique image IDs with drone position data in post-processing. The images can be taken with a trigger signal to minimize latency of each image and drone position data. With the new Version 1.11 ii, when utilizing manual focus, it is possible to retrieve the current focus position and perform focus adjustments to desired positioniii, enabling highly reproducible and stable shooting. ​ Also, lock switch will prevent unintended operation errors caused by the buttons on rear side.

The ILX-LR1 Power & Control Terminal allows for low-latency data communication for remote applications that require an instant response, such as capturing an image at a particular moment. The ILX-LR1 supports DC 10-18V power connection and can be powered from the drone’s battery for extended operation time without having to change batteries.

The ILX-LR1 will be debuted at the Commercial UAV Expo Show at the Sony booth #901 in Las Vegas on Sept. 5, 2023.

Pricing and Availability
​The new ILX-LR1 will be available in September 2023 through Sony and a variety of Sony’s authorized dealers:
​Camera only: MSRP $2,950 USD, $4,016 CAN.

For additional product information on ILX-LR1, please visit: https://pro.sony/products/installable-cameras/ilx-lr1.

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Cooke just announced the new SP3 Cine Full Frame E-mount lenses

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Cooke Announces the New SP3 Full Frame Cine Lens Line

No matter how much filmmaking continues to innovate and progress, we always have an appreciation for nostalgia. Contemporary film projects that use older, classic lenses is a never-ending trend, but that does not come without its own unique issues. Now, with the release of the new SP3 Full Frame Cine Lenses, Cooke invites you to partake in this nostalgia with these Speed Panchro-inspired lenses, which have been optimized for your mirrorless camera.

The SP3 lens series features five total lenses—25mm, 32mm, 50mm, 75mm, and 100mm—and a 5-lens kit with all available focal lengths and a heavy-duty case to carry them all. The lenses feature a native E-mount for attachment to your compatible full-frame camera and will be available in other mounts such as RF and L in the future. A 9-blade iris and T2.4 to T16 aperture range render cinematic bokeh and greater depth-of-field control. Accurate skin tone and heightened contrast render realistic and natural images in your next short film.

Optical coatings on each lens help control lens flares and create matched color across the entire set for a consistent look to your footage. Focus and iris rings across all focus lengths are aligned for efficient lens switching without needing to recalibrate your follow focus motors. The SP3 lenses also match up with the Panchro/i Classic Prime Lenses for easy integration with your preëxisting loadout.

Familiar, industry-standard mechanical interfaces and a lightweight yet durable anodized shell allow the SP3 to easily function as your main cine lens. Their lightweight form factor makes them drone-mountable and capable of capturing high-flying cinematic panoramas.

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Just announced: new Pergear 14mm f/2.8 II

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Pergear announced the new improved 14mm f/2.8 II Full Frame manual focusing E-mount lens you can preorder now at Amazon US, Amazon DE and Pergear.

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The Pergear 14mm F2.8 Ultra-wide lens is designed for Full-frame Sony E-mount, Nikon Z-mount, Canon RF-mount, and Leica L-mount mirrorless cameras, but can also be used with APS-C models where it provides a 21mm equivalent focal length.

13 Elements in 9 groups, 2 aspherical elements and 5 ultra-high refractive index glass, 10 aperture blades help to control distortion and spherical aberrations for improved sharpness and accurate rendering. 3 extra-low dispersion elements are used to reduce colour fringing and chromatic aberrations in order to produce high clarity and colour accuracy.

Impressively wide 114° angle of view pairs with a rectilinear design, which renders subjects with minimal distortion in order to suit the landscape and architectural applications.

The bright f/2.8 aperture is designed to suit work in a variety of lighting conditions and also for controlling depth of field and isolating subject matter. The Nine-blade diaphragm contributes to a pleasing bokeh quality.

Manual focusing design and a minimum focusing distance of 22cm suit working with close-up subjects. The clicked aperture ring is stepped with the right amount of resistance and click, marking full stops from F/2.8 to F/22.

Equipped with an 82mm filter adapter, the Pergear 14mm F2.8 II provides versatility in terms of creative options. You can easily attach filters to enhance your images and experiment with various effects.

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