The Sony FX2 has been quite a controversial release. Armando Ferreira confronted a Sony manager about some of the quirks and here is a recap of his answers:
Purpose and Audience of the FX2
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SonyAlphaBlog tested the lens and concluded:
The Sony 50-150mm F2 GM (4400 euros) is a superb lens in term of ergonomics, compactness / weight, sharpness , color rendition , AF, bokeh, no focus breathing, parfocal. The lens will be ideal for Weddings, indoor sports and Portraits
Only resistance to flare at the long end could be a bit
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The competition:
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On Amazon you now save 20% on the Pergear 4.0 1TB Type A card (Click here) and their new CFexpress card reader (Click here) .
On their Instagram account Viltrox teased the launch of a new PRO lens. This will definitely be for the new 85mm f/1.4 FE lens that was unveiled a couple of weeks ago in China:
From Minute 28 you will hear the PetaPixel team discuss the Sony A7V. I do completely agree with them when they say Sony is in dire need to release this camera now. The Nikon Z5II is killing it with big sales due the low price tag and fast speed thanks to the new partially stacked sensor. Canon will also release the new R6III in Q4 ( confirmed here ). Sony need a new $2500 Sony A7V with faster sensor (partially or
7Artisans announced a new 10mm f/3.5 APS-C E compact, ultra-wide lens with zero fisheye distortion and stunning 10-point sunstars. The lens will soon be listed on their Amazon page .
Which camera is better? Sony A1II or Sony A9III?
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Managing High-Resolution Imagery and Video ( Explora )
How to Find Outdoor Locations for a Photo Shoot ( 42West ).
In Defense of the Autofocus Confirmation Beep ( ThePhoBlographer ).
TTArtisan 56mm f1.8 for E-Mount – Ultra Budget, Auto Focus, Bokeh Lens (
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The new magnetic camera sling is now available on Kickstarter (Click here) . It’s the world’s first zipper-free magnetic sling, designed for fast-shooting photographers and everyday adventurers who demand instant access, serious protection, and clean, minimalist style—all in one.
This is the introduction video: