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Sony A7 II Hands-On Review

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Check out this new video of the new Sony A7 II hands-on test with the guys from The Camera Store. They cover some of the minor changes in ergonomics and controls, as well as the new 5-axis stabilizer, XAVC S video codec and S-Log video capture.

How to Set Up the Sony A7S for Video

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Want learn all the ins and outs for shooting video with the Sony A7S? In the above video, Philip Bloom walks through his A7S settings during a workshop at B&H Photo. The video clocks in at 41 minutes but there is a lot to cover in this powerful new shooter. So, if you are new to the A7S, it is a great watch.

Lensbaby 5.8mm f/3.5 Circular Fisheye Lens Available in Additional Mounts

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Lensbaby 5.8mm f3.5 Circular Fisheye Lens

Previously released for Canon and Nikon APS-C mounts, the Lensbaby 5.8mm f/3.5 Circular Fisheye lens is now available in several more mounts.

New mount options include Micro Four Thirds, Sony E, Pentax K, Samsung NX and Sony A mounts. The lens retails for $299.95. Check it out here at B&H Photo.

Sony Announces A7 II U.S. Availability

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Sony A7 II

Earlier this month, Sony announced the new A7 II but only for the Japan market. Today, Sony has officially provided details on the A7 II for the US.

The camera will ship in the US on December 9 for $1700 for the body only and $2000 with the 28-70mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS lens. Recall that the A7 II has built-in 5-axis stabilization for its full frame sensor.

You can read more details about the A7 II here.

Also, the camera is now available for pre-order here at B&H Photo.

Also, the new Sony 70-300 f/4.5-5.6 G SSM II lens for Sony A-mount cameras is coming to the US in February 2015 for $1148. Check it out here at B&H Photo.

Sony A7 II Specs Leaked?

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It looks like the Sony A7 II specs have leaked out, which should replace the well-received Sony A7. The camera looks to get an improvement in the image stabilization and video departments.

What makes me raise my eyebrow the most is the inclusion of the XAVC S codec. There are no specs concerning video resolution of the A7 II; however, XAVC S is generally seen on Sony cameras that offer 4K video capture. Will Sony bring compressed, in-camera 4K video capture to the A7 line with the new A7 II? [Read more…]

10 Reasons Why a Professional Photographer Left Nikon and Started Shooting with Sony

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Check out this video from professional photographer Jason Lanier as he breaks down the 10 reasons why he stopped shooting Nikon DSLRs and mored to Sony mirrorless cameras. Jason says that he “has shot with Nikon his entire life and professional career. He switched to Sony in July 2014 (not due to a sponsorship) and hasn’t looked back since.”

Sony is obviously gaining ground on Canon and Nikon, and the Sony A7 series has made huge strides for the mirrorless camera market. What do you DSLR shooters think about Jason’s claims? Are you considering a switch to mirrorless, Sony or otherwise?