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Oct 27
Sony A900 Review by DPReview:
In conclusion this is, more than anything else at this end of the market, a true photographer’s camera, with at least one totally unique feature (the Super SteadyShot stabilization) and one that offers the best viewfinder and highest nominal resolution (and the lowest ‘cost per megapixel, incidentally) in its class. It’s capable of stunning results at up to ISO 400 (and is fine at ISO 800-1600 as long as you’re not printing posters), and it is incredibly fast and responsive in use. If Sony had managed to keep the price nearer to the $2000 mark (even if this meant fewer megapixels) I think it would be flying off the shelves. As it stands it will, I fear, struggle to make a serious impression on anyone other than the Sony/Minolta faithful. One thing is clear, however: anyone who thinks a consumer electronics giant can’t make a heavyweight photographic tool is seriously misguided.
Read the full review here.
Sep 24
Sigma announces two new fisheye lenses for Sony and Pentax – 4.5mm F2.8 EX DC CIRCULAR FISHEYE HSM and 10mm F2.8 EX DC FISHEYE HSM.
Press release:
4.5mm F2.8 EX DC CIRCULAR FISHEYE HSM For Sony and Pentax
This autofocus circular fisheye lens has an angle of view of 180 degrees in all directions. It is exclusively designed for digital SLR cameras with the APS-C size image sensor. When used in conjunction with digital SLRs with APS-C size image sensor, it produces circular image within the frame. The minimum focusing distance of 13.5cm/5.3inch and maximum magnification of 1:6 make it particularly useful for close-up photography. SLD (Special Low Dispersion) glass, Super Multi Layer Coating and inner focusing system provide superior image quality. HSM ensures fast and quiet auto focusing and includes full-time manual focus
10mm F2.8 EX DC FISHEYE HSM For Sony and Pentax
This diagonal fisheye lens is designed for use with digital SLR cameras equipped with an APS-C size image sensor. It produces a diagonal angle of view of 180 degrees. The diagonal field of view of this fisheye lens produces striking images with exaggerated perspective and distortion. This lens has a minimum focusing distance of 13.5cm/5.3inch, and maximum magnification 1:3.3. It allows subjects to be as close as 1.8cm/0.7inch from the lens’ front element. The exclusively designed integral hood and the Super Multi-Layer Coating minimize flare and ghosting and create superior image quality.
Tags: 10mm, 4.5mm, F2.8, fisheye, HSM, lense, Pentax, Sigma, Sony
Sep 24
Sigma Corporation is pleased to announce the new APO TELE CONVERTER 1.4x EX DG and APO TELE CONVERTER 2x EX DG for Sony mount.
New dedicated tele converter for Sony mount telephoto lenses that support HSM
APO TELE CONVERTER 1.4x EX DG for Sony
APO TELE CONVERTER 2x EX DG for Sony
- Dedicated tele converter for telephoto lenses incorporating HSM
- Exclusive design maintains the master lens’ high level performance
- Super Multi Layer Coating reduces flare and ghosting
Tags: HSM, Sigma, Sony, Teleconverter
Sep 24
Sigma Corporation is pleased to announce the new ELECTRONIC FLASH MACRO EM-140 DG for Sony and Pentax cameras
- Ideal for Close-up photography, especially medical and scientific applications
- Fully dedicated with the latest TTL auto exposure systems
- Flash tubes can be switched on or off for creative flash control
- Wireless Flash Control
- High Speed Synchro Flash
Sep 10
Sony introduces full-frame α (alpha) DSLR-A900 camera.
24.6 MP CMOS sensor with a new dual BIONZ processing engines, sensor-shift image stabilization and 100% coverage viewfinder.
The DSLR-A900 body will be available in November for about $3,000.
Press release:
Sep 05
First Sony A900 ad leaked in the net.
Text from the ad:
The new a900 has arrived. A new height in the “a” revolution is now within reach. Engineered with the exclusive 24.6 Mega Pixel Full Frame Exmor CMOS sensor, an industry breakthrough from Sony, this powerhouse integrates only the best imaging technologies from the world’s leading image sensor manufacturer. A work of art for the truly discerning individual.
24.6 Mega Pixel Full Frame Exmor CMOS Sensor – Dual BIONZ Image Processing Engine – Intelligent Preview – 100% Viewfinder, 0.74x Magnification – 3.0”, 921K-out Hybrid LCD – 9-point Centre Dual-cross AF (with f2.8 sensor and wide-area 10-point assist) – 5 fps Continuous Shooting – SteadyShot INSIDE
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