Sony’s new flagship, the a6600 has many things in common with the Sony a6400 and a6500 cameras, but it also adds some new features. It employs a 24.2-megapixel sensor and Sony’s state-of-the-art Bionz X image processor, which means the camera delivers an outstanding imaging experience with improved speed and overall performance. Additionally, the a6600 is equipped with Sony’s
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Sony a6100: A Great Entry-Level Camera with Outstanding Autofocus
Sony has recently unveiled the APS-C mirrorless a6100 camera alongside its flagship a6600. It is aimed at beginner and intermediate level photographers but almost has the same specs, features, and performance as the a6600, and it’s being offered at a significantly lower price. Sony a6100, like the a6600, comes with the same 24-megapixel APS-C sensor
8 Best Sony Lenses for Wildlife Photography
Wildlife photography is no easy feat. Unlike other types of photography that require precision and clarity, wildlife photography is dynamic and needs the photographer to be a stealthy, keen observer with rapid movements and insurmountable patience. From flying birds to underwater wonders, the beauty of nature must be captured quickly and quietly. To photograph animals
Sony Xperia 1: Sony’s New Distinctive-Looking Flagship Device
Sony remained a popular smartphone manufacturing brand for years, but gradually it fell behind the other competitors. It stood out in the market again when it introduced Xperia Z2 and Xperia Z3 models. However, the new Sony Xperia 1 doesn’t come with those conventional names and establishes a new flagship series of the Sony. The
New Sony GP-VPT2BT – Wireless Shooting Grip for Mirrorless Cameras
Sony has consistently released products aimed at travel photographers and vloggers. One such product is the recently announced wireless shooting grip — Sony GP-VPT2BT. This new versatile cordless shooting grip is specifically designed for mirrorless cameras. It allows creators to seamlessly switch between shooting videos and taking still shots on the run. The catch here
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When the Sony Alpha platform was first announced, there was no denying its groundbreaking nature. Great camera platform, but it needed the equivalent native lenses to finish off the package. The process took a few years, with Sony users now being able to access a good range of primes and zooms at the top end
Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM: A Fine Prime
Ever since Sony first released its hugely popular mirrorless camera formats, photographers have had a good choice of primes and zoom lenses to fit all budgets. Sony and third-party makers were soon quick on the draw, producing some very credible lenses, with some the very best coming from Sony’s own topline G-Master series. Today, we
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When the Sony Alpha cameras were first released, many people immediately got the usefulness of the system. Great cameras, but initially not really any workhorse lenses. By this meaning, native format commonly used focal length primes and zooms with an f/2.8 aperture or wider. It wasn’t long before Sony stepped up to the mark and
5 Best Sony Lenses
For any skilled photographer, Sony lenses are definitely the go-to choice. But, their top-quality performance always comes at a high price. You will find both APS-C models fit for enthusiasts and hobbyists, and the full-frame models perfect for professionals. If you already got a nice camera with lenses, there is a reason you should be
Sony Zeiss 35mm f/1.4 ZA: High-Quality Optics for Sony E-Mount
The Sony Zeiss 35mm f/1.4 ZA when it was first announced, it only the second 35mm lens for Sony’s full-frame mirrorless cameras. The other being the 35mm f/2.8 ZA. The new model brings significant upgrades, the most obvious being a wider aperture. This also means the lens is heavier and carries a higher price tag.
Sony a9: The Best of the Best
The Sony a9 remains the company’s most expensive mirrorless camera but for a reason. It has been claimed as the best model of the Alpha series as its specialty is in fast-action photography. Its 24.2-megapixel full-frame sensor has the ability to capture 20 frames per second (fps). It also has blackout-free shooting which allows you
Sony DT 35mm f/1.8 SAM: Cost-Effective Performer
Sony has been releasing some very tasty, high-end lenses in the past few years. However, there’s always the case for a more cost-effective prime lens, that still provides great optics at a more palatable price point. The Sony DT 35mm f/1.8 SAM is built specifically for APS-C Alpha cameras and features the A-Mount. The lens
8 Best Full-Frame DSLR Cameras
Whether you’re a professional photographer or a picture taking enthusiast, you’ll want a camera that can consistently capture high-quality images without any hassle. Full-frame DSLR cameras are the perfect cameras to satisfy the needs of many such photography experts. Full-frame DSLR cameras offer sensors that are larger than those of traditional DSLRs – 36 x
8 Best Mirrorless Cameras
Mirrorless cameras, also known as Compact System Cameras, are all the rage right now. The main difference between DSLRs and mirrorless cameras is that, as the name suggests, mirrorless cameras lack the traditional mirror that DSLRs have. This means that mirrorless cameras rely on an electronic viewfinder, rather than the optical viewfinders that DSLR cameras
8 Best Sony Cameras
It is a well-known fact in the digital world that Sony produces some of the best technology to date, especially when it comes to cameras. Their cutting edge technology, coupled with high-quality production, makes Sony one of the fiercest competitors in the market. Whether you’re a professional photographer, a travel photographer, or simply a photography
7 Best Advanced Compact Cameras
Today, there is a huge range of compact cameras available and in this guide we have listed some of the best, offering some high-tech features that you won’t be able to find in your average smartphone. These highly advanced compact cameras include a powerful sensor, optical zoom and excessive amount of manual controls, giving you
Sony ECM-B1M: The Ideal Shotgun Microphone
The Sony ECM-B1M has a multitude of characteristics that make it the ideal shotgun microphone for Sony cameras. Released recently with the Sony a7 IV, the next generation of Sony a7 cameras, this shotgun microphone is a surefire way to record quality digital auto through its built-in digital audio interface. The digital auto interface allows
Metabones Canon EF Lens to Sony NEX Camera Smart Adapter IV: A Camera Swap Necessity
If you’re lucky enough to own one of the Sony range of mirrorless camera bodies, then you have a distinct advantage. Namely, the ability to use Canon lenses, both old and new. This is a definite added bonus, especially if you are swapping platforms from Canon to Sony and already have a good bunch of
The Sony a7: Making Full-Frame Affordable
Sony has been making its presence known in various technology markets and in the camera industry. It is tough competition which was evident with the Sony a7 release. From SLR to mirrorless camera, Sony has experimented with different concepts and does not disappoint. The Sony a7, along with the a7R, was the start of Sony’s
Zeiss Batis 85mm f/1.8 Review: Best Portrait Lens?
It has to be said, that Zeiss lenses have that little extra something above the average crop of lenses. It’s not just the overall sharpness, but the rendition of the final image that adds that extra level of quality. If you currently own one of Sony’s full-frame mirrorless cameras, then you have access to the
Samyang Lens for Sony E-Mount Launched
A South Korean based manufacturer of camera lenses, Samyang, has launched an ultra-wide-angle ultra-compact lens for Sony full-frame mirrorless cameras. The company has announced the AF 18mm f/2.8 FE lens which is designed for Sony’s E-Mount camera system. The new 18mm f/2.8 lens is said to be “the most compact, lightweight, and affordable” super-wide-angle full-frame
Two New Sony E-Mount Zoom Lenses to Launch Late 2019
2019 will see the launch of two new Sony E-mount zoom lenses for the company’s APS-C mirrorless camera series: the 16-55mm f/2.8 G and the 70-350mm f/4.5-6.3 G OSS super-telephoto zoom lenses. The two new lens addition will increase Sony’s versatile E-mount system lens lineup to a total of 54. The recent product announcements from
Sony Alpha Series Comparison: Mirrorless Excellence
The mirrorless camera format is nothing new, with the first commercially viable versions appearing in the early 2000s with the likes of the Epson R-D1 and Leica M8. These were marketed more as rangefinder type cameras, harking back to the old days, but these early offerings always had problems. In steps the Sony Alpha Series.
Sony Launched Two New APS-C Mirrorless Cameras
Following Canon’s latest mirrorless camera announcement, Sony has also boosted its range of crop-sensor mirrorless cameras with new models. At a special event in New York, Sony launched two new APS-C mirrorless cameras — the flagship a6600 and the entry-level a6100 — which will hit the markets in October and November. The Sony a6600 is
Sony a7R IV – First 61MP Full-Frame Camera Ever
Sony is setting the standard as a leader in the increasingly competitive full-frame mirrorless camera market. The company has unveiled the Sony a7R IV with a monstrous 61-megapixel image sensor. With its latest Alpha-series camera, Sony breaks new ground and presents an innovative take on full-frame mirrorless cameras. The Sony a7R IV is the world’s
Sony a6400: Affordable Advanced Autofocusing
The Sony a6400 camera comes with a broad feature set. It has been introduced to address the needs of many photographers and especially those enthusiasts interested in getting a more sophisticated mirrorless camera with an affordable price tag. Sony has equipped the a6400 with some of its state-of-the-art technology, most notably the incredibly advanced autofocusing
Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 STF GM OSS: Short Telephoto Excellence
You have to hand it to Sony. They’re not just producing great camera bodies, but also a nice lineup of lenses to fit all focal lengths. One of the latest is this short telephoto prime lens, the Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 STF GM OSS. If you’re a current Sony camera body owner, then a 100mm
8 Best Cheap Lenses for Sony
The lens you have attached to your camera can make or break your photos, depending on the situation you’re in. It’s helpful to have a few lenses to choose from, but not everyone has the means to invest in a lot of top-end, highly-priced lenses. Contrary to popular belief, good lenses don’t have to cost
Sony a7S II: It Shines Beautifully in Low Light
The Sony a7S II is a full-frame camera designed for challenging lighting conditions. The a7R II, its brother, was introduced with a 42-megapixel sensor to provide a great amount of detail, but the resolution of this camera is reduced to 12 megapixels with improved low light performance compared to other a7 series models. Design and
10 Best Bridge Cameras
Zoom is a feature that is often desired in a digital camera, but with mirrorless cameras, DSLR cameras, and similar options, a great zoom function can also be exceptionally expensive. This is where bridge cameras come in, offering you an excellent zoom function, while also providing the other features that photographers rely on. In this