Category: Sony

Sony a7S III now in Stock and Shipping

The Sony a7S III full frame mirrorless camera is now in stock and shipping from major stores. The US price of the Alpha 7S III is $3,498 and available at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Sony a7S III is the best mirrorless camera for video, and almost everything else. Sony’s 12.1-megapixel A7S III was worth the five-year wait. It has the same incredible low-light capability of its predecessors, but adds much-needed features like improved stabilization, a flip-out touch display and 4K video at up to 120 fps. The camera can record 4K video at 10-bit 4:2:2 internally, has up to 600mbps recording, and supports dual SD UHS-II or new CFexpress Type-A cards. Continue reading “Sony a7S III now in Stock and Shipping”

First Tests of Sigma 35mm and 65mm f/2.0 FE Lenses

Here are the first tests of the Sigma 35mm and 65mm f/2.0 FE lenses. Marc Alhadeff from SonyAlpha.Blog tested both Sigma lenses. You can find the highlights to those tests below.

These Sigma 35mm and 62mm lenses are from the latest Sigma announcement. As you might remember three new full-frame mirrorless L-series premium compact prime lenses for Sony E-mount and L-mount bodies have been introduced. These Sigma lenses are 24mm f/3.5, 35mm f/2, 65mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary and will be available for sale through authorized US retailers in mid-January, 2021.

Check out the first tests of the Sigma 35mm and 65mm f/2.0 FE lenses.

2020 Black Friday & Cyber Monday Shopping

Pre-orders now available online :
Sigma 24mm f/3.5 at B&H Photo, Adorama
Sigma 35mm f/2.0 at B&H Photo, Adorama
Sigma 65mm f/2.0 at B&H Photo, Adorama Continue reading “First Tests of Sigma 35mm and 65mm f/2.0 FE Lenses”

Sony FE 28-60mm f/4-5.6 Lens Release Date Scheduled for January 29, 2021

Sony Japan released a statement about the long-delayed Sony FE 28-60mm f/4-5.6 lens.  The FE 28-60mm is slated to be available on its own in January 29, 2021 for $499 (B&H, Adorama).

Stores have the lens listed, but not available yet, which should change tonight or tomorrow (December 18, 2020). Check out the first Sony FE 28-60mm f/4-5.6 Lens reviews and hands-on videos. Continue reading “Sony FE 28-60mm f/4-5.6 Lens Release Date Scheduled for January 29, 2021”

Sony a9 III 8K Camera Rumored to be Announced in Early 2021

Sony will allegedly announce a new Sony a9 III 8K camera in early 2021. Although the official announcement date has not yet been announced, this top-of-the-line full-frame mirrorless camera is expected to appear in the first quarter of 2021.

Along with the Sony A9 III, the company also registered another model that will probably be the highly-anticipated Sony A7 IV model. As a result in 2021 Sony is very likely to launch two full-frame mirrorless cameras and two lenses which could be FE 35mm F1.4 GM and FE 16mm F1.8 GM. See the rumored Sony a9 III 8K Camera specs so far : Continue reading “Sony a9 III 8K Camera Rumored to be Announced in Early 2021”

MEIKE 35mm T2.1 Full-Frame CINE Lens

MEIKE has announced a new 35mm T2.1 Full-Frame CINE lens, designed for full-frame cameras. The MEIKE 35mm T2.1 lens will be available in a number of mounts including Canon EF/RF, PL-Mount, Sony E-Mount, and L-Mount.

It has industry-standard 0.8mm pitch gears on the focus and aperture ring. The lens design of the Meike 35mm T2.1 FF-Prime consists of fourteen elements in nine groups. The aperture mechanism consists of 11 aperture blades, and there is a minimum focus distance of 33mm.

The lens is available for pre-order, priced at $958 with an estimated delivery date of 25th January 2021. Here are the Meike products that are sold on Amazon.. Continue reading “MEIKE 35mm T2.1 Full-Frame CINE Lens”

Which Camera is Right for You? Canon EOS R6 vs Sony a7 III vs Nikon Z6 II

Here is a video review about the comparison between the Canon EOS R6 vs Sony a7 III vs Nikon Z6 II cameras. Jared Polin punlished a comparison review video between the Nikon Z6 II, Sony a7 III and Canon EOS R6. The Nikon Z6 II and Canon EOS R6 are months old and the Sony a7 III is coming up on it’s third birthday.

Buying a mirrorless camera isn’t just about the body itself. You’re buying into a whole system of lenses and accessories specific to a manufacturer. If you’re going to purchase a mirrorless camera in 2021 and you’re deciding between these three cameras, this video will help you make the decision. Continue reading “Which Camera is Right for You? Canon EOS R6 vs Sony a7 III vs Nikon Z6 II”

Upcoming Sony Cameras and Lenses in 2021

Here are the upcoming Sony Cameras and Lenses in 2021. The company is planning to announce several new cameras for E and FE-mount and optics especially GM series models.

The two models on the horizon are the Sony a7 IV and Sony a9 III. The Sony a9 III 8K mirrorless camera is expected to be announced in the first quarter of 2021 (CES show on January 11?), while the highly anticipated Sony a7 IV is rumored to be announced in the second or third quarter of 2021. In addition, Sony is very likely to launch two full-frame mirrorless lenses: FE 35mm F1.4 GM and FE 16mm F1.8 GM.

So here are the upcoming Sony Cameras and Lenses in 2021. Continue reading “Upcoming Sony Cameras and Lenses in 2021”

Sony A7S III ISO Comparison Test Samples with A7R IV

Here are several Sony A7S III ISO Comparison Test Samples with A7R IV. Recently Dpreview added the Sony a7SIII to its studio comparison tool.

The results are quite impresive but we have to say that the Sony a7RIV seems to control noise better or as well as the a7SIII at 102,400 in some parts of the studio scene. On the other hand we can see some parts where the Sony a7R IV losses a lot of detail and the a7S III shines. You can see the high ISO examples of Sony A7S III here.

For Sony A7S III ISO Comparison Test Samples we have also covered interesting results for you. You can find all of them in the article. Continue reading “Sony A7S III ISO Comparison Test Samples with A7R IV”

Canon EOS R5 vs Sony a7R IV Comparison for Wildlife Photography

Let’s ask the question together. How can we compare the Canon EOS R5 to the Sony A7R III or A7R IV for wildlife photography?

Chelsea made a test for wildlife setups of varying prices to show which camera and lens combination is the best choice. Will the Sony’s compact 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 measure up to Canon’s new 800mm f/11? Will there be a difference between Canon and Sony’s 600mm f/4 lenses? Most importantly, how well do the Canon R5‘s features and the Sony a7R IV features work while taking wildlife photos? Check it out : Continue reading “Canon EOS R5 vs Sony a7R IV Comparison for Wildlife Photography”

The Best and Worst Cameras and Lenses of 2020 by Dpreview

Here are the Best and Worst Cameras and Lenses of 2020. Chris and Jordan at DPReview TV has named the best and the worst camera and lens of the year 2020. Sony a7S III is te best camera while the Sony FE 12-24mm F2.8 GM is the best lens.  Check it out! Continue reading “The Best and Worst Cameras and Lenses of 2020 by Dpreview”