Digital Camera News, Reviews and Tips
Even though the Sony NEX-3 is last year’s model, it’s still a competent camera – and Amazon has a solid deal now through December 3. The Sony NEX-3 kit with an 18-55mm lens and the 16mm f/2.8 pancake lens is only $499.
The 16mm lens alone is normally $250, so this is quite a bargain.
Here’s the link to Amazon.
The Sony NEX-5N is part of Sony’s second go-round at the mirrorless camera format. The NEX-3 and NEX-5 were largely regarded as a success – and for the most part the NEX-C3 and NEX-5N models which followed on a year later have been held with similar regard.
What you need to know up front is that the Sony NEX-5N is not a perfect camera. It’s a solid (bordering on excellent) offering from Sony; however, it has some niggling problems and concerns that take some of the luster off of it. (Update 11/9/11: The core defect appears to have been fixed. See details below.) [Read more…]
I’ve had the Sony NEX-5n in hand for all of a day now; however, I already have some quick first impressions to share.
First up, its a very fun camera to use. Quick response from shutter and focus. Autofocus is also very good in video mode. The face tracking AF during video recording seems to be very smart and smooth all the way around.
It’s also very compact – with the biggest part being the lens, which is rather bulky on the otherwise tiny camera. That’s the nature of the beast though, particularly considering that it is an 18-55mm zoom lens that’s including in a very affordable kit package. [Read more…]
The Sony NEX-VG20 is a follow-up to last year’s groundbreaking NEX-VG10. The new NEX-VG20 includes “comprehensive manual controls, improved imaging quality and upgraded sound” according to Sony’s press release – all of which are welcomed for this prosumer camcorder.
The NEX-VG20 captures 1920 x 1080 AVCHD video at 60p or 24p frame rates. The 24p mode offers the ability to use Cinema Tone Gamma and Cinema Tone Color presets for richer color out of the camera. The NEX-VG20 also continues the use of the Quad Capsule Spatial Array Microphone; however, it now supports stereo and 5.1 channel surround.
Sony has also improved the access to the camera’s controls, allowing access to the manual control dial even when the flip-out LCD is closed.
In addition to its video capture features, the NEX-VG20 also captures high-resolution still images with its 16.1MP CMOS image sensor. It even offers the option to capture RAW image files – something that its predecessor did not do.
The Sony NEX-VG20 should be available in November for $1599 (body only) and $2199 when equipped with the 18-200mm kit lens. Check availability on B&H Photo.
More details in the press release below. [Read more…]
The NEX-5N, along with the NEX-7, are the latest mirrorless cameras in the NEX line. The NEX-5N upgrades last year’s popular NEX-5.
The NEX-5N features a 16.1MP CMOS sensor and improved shutter lag down to 20 milliseconds. The NEX-5N offers a max sensitivity of ISO 25,600 and 1080p HD video capture with both 60p and 24p frame rate options.
In addition to the NEX-5N, Sony has also introduced the LA-EA2 adapter for using Sony Alpha lenses on NEX cameras. Also, the FDA-EV1S is an electronic viewfinder for the NEX-5N.
The NEX-5N should be available in September for $700 with an 18-55mm lens or $600 for the body only.
More details in the press release below. [Read more…]
Sony has officially announced the NEX-7, occupies a new space as the flagship mirrorless model for the serious shooter.
The Sony NEX-7 features a high-res 24.3MP CMOS sensor and a sensitivity range of ISO 100-16,000. The NEX-7 features both a live view display and a XGA OLED electronic viewfinder. [Read more…]
More images and specs for the new Sony NEX-7 appear to have leaked out. More images and details below. [Read more…]
The above image is purportedly another leaked product shot of the upcoming NEX-5N mirrorless camera.
The NEX-5N is expected to be officially unveiled next week. It should feature a 16.1MP sensor and be capable of capturing 1080p HD video, among other impressive specs.
[via Photo Rumors]
A leaked diagram of the second-generation NEX-to-Alpha lens adapter, dubbed the LA-EA2 (rolls off the tongue, don’t it?), will apparently include a translucent mirror that also appears to incorporate a phase detection AF sensor for fast and precise AF acquisition on the upcoming NEX-7 and NEX-5N.
The current LA-EA1 NEX-to-Alpha lens adapter is rather sluggish for AF acquisition on compatible models; however, it lacks any mechanical AF optimization.
[via Photo Rumors]
The pink Sony NEX-C3 is now in stock at B&H Photo. This one is sure to be a hit among the girls who want a more girly camera this Fall and on into the holiday season.
There also several other colors of the NEX-C3 that are available for pre-order at the moment.