A surprising video surfaced on the web., that shows Sony customer care representatives charged approx $700 for reversing a faulty firmware update on the FX3 camera
The video comes from the Camera Nerds Media YouTube channel. According to him, the camera was running on firmware update 2.0, was functioning perfectly without any issues. However, Nerds Media (he) decided to update the camera to firmware 5.0, and problems started just after that update. The camera began automatically stopping during recordings and behaving erratically, eventually becoming unusable.
He then contacted Sony’s US support center and given his camera to reverse the update and fix it asap. Shockingly, they charged him approximately $700 to fix the issue.
TNC takes: OMG, that’s a big amount if they have charged for just reversing a firmware.
This is quite a strange situation, and camera makers should learn from this incident. If any firmware update causes problems, there should always be an option to revert to the previous firmware version.
Here is the Full Video, let me know what do you think about this
Let’s discuss the best entry-level camera for photographers. In this particular article, we will compare all the entry-level camera sensors at high ISO range to each other to find out the best of all.
The list of cameras that we have included in this test starts with Sony’s most popular 24-megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor. The Sony 24-megapixel APS-C BSI CMOS sensor is being used in the following models:S
Sony A6100
Sony ZV-E10 Mark II
Sony A6400
We have selected Nikon’s famous 20-megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor, being used in these Nikon cameras:
Nikon Z30
Nikon Z50
Nikon Zfc
And finally, Canon’s 24-megapixel APS-C DPAF CMOS sensor, the latest generation of the sensor, is being used in:
Canon R50
Canon R10
The Canon R100 camera sensor as well as the processor used in R100 is not coming straight from Canon’s latest generation of sensors, so we are putting this camera on the sap-rate list
From the editor’s desk:
In this comparison, we will be evaluating the image sensors of all these cameras together to find out which one performs best in low-light and uncontrolled lighting environments.
Are you planning to buy a new camera for photography? Whether you’re interested in kids’ photography, shooting portraits of your family and friends, capturing landscapes, architecture, or even wildlife photography, in any of these scenarios, you will be exposed to uncontrolled lighting environments.
What does an uncontrolled lighting environment mean? It means dealing with natural light, which is not always perfect as per your requirements.
So, what does a photographer do to adjust for natural light? They generally raise the ISO level to balance the exposure.
The truth is, If your camera sensor cannot perform well at high ISO levels, then it’s likely not the right choice for you. In this comparison, we will be reviewing all these models so you can easily find the best camera for your needs.
1. Canon R100 vs Canon R10/R50
We are comparing Canon are 100 camera versus The Canon R10 / r50 by picking up the ISO 12800 now let’s see the image below and discuss the result
As seen in the test results, you can clearly notice that the image sample captured at ISO 12800 with the Canon R100 camera does not preserve details as well as the Canon R10.
What could be the reason behind this? It could be due to the older generation of the sensor or perhaps the older generation of the image processor used in the Canon R100. It could be either of these two factors, but the end result is clear: the Canon R50 camera’s sensor performs much better compared to the Canon R100.
Verdict: Winner Canon R10/Canon R50 Camera
2. Canon R10/R50 vs Sony ZV-E10/A6400
Now it’s time for the most interesting comparison. We are comparing the Canon R10 and R50’s 24-megapixel Dual Pixel CMOS autofocus sensor with Sony’s 24-megapixel Hybrid CMOS autofocus sensor, which is used in the Sony ZV-E10, Sony A6400, and Sony A6100 cameras. This comparison will be very interesting to see which one performs better under various conditions.
From the image samples, it is very clear that Sony’s 24-megapixel Hybrid CMOS autofocus sensor is able to capture slightly more detail—or rather, it’s better to say it’s able to preserve slightly more detail—compared to the Canon R10 and Canon R50’s 24-megapixel Dual Pixel CMOS autofocus sensors.
We’re not talking about a major difference, but there is a noticeable one. You can observe it in the corners and edges of the color blocks, where the sharpness and details are better preserved by Sony’s sensor at high ISO ranges compared to the Canon R10.
Verdict: Winner Sony ZV-E10 | Sony A6400 Camera
3.Sony ZV-E10/A6400 vs Nikon Z30/ Z50
Now it’s final test time, and we are comparing the Sony ZV-E10 or the Sony A6400 camera Hybrid CMOS autofocus sensor with the Nikon Z30 or Z50. We do have a slight resolution difference between them, and we will be comparing both at the same. Let’s find out the difference we have.
We have selected two different image samples at two different ISO levels. The first one is at ISO 25600, and the other set of samples is at ISO 51200. In both images, it is clearly visible that the Nikon Z30, Zfc, or Z50 20-megapixel Hybrid CMOS autofocus sensor wins by a margin. It preserves a bit more detail; the corners and the borders are a bit clearer and better preserved compared to the image samples we have on the right side from the Sony A6100 or the Sony ZV-E10.
From the test, it’s very clear that the 20-megapixel Hybrid CMOS autofocus sensor of the Nikon Z30 is able to preserve a bit more detail.
Final Result and the Winner
If you are going to combine all the tests and conclude a result, then the clear winner in the entry-level zone is the Nikon Z30, Z50, or Zfc with the 20-megapixel Hybrid CMOS autofocus sensor. If you want to shoot amazing images in uncontrolled light or low-light environments, then without a doubt, even in 2024, this sensor is best for you.
PS: Keep in mind that several other factors are also involved, like the autofocus system, continuous burst speed, and types of autofocus modes, but we are discussing the most important part here: the image quality, which matters the most to a photographer.
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According to Chinese source E88_888 (translated) the ZV-E10 Mark II camera sale is not going well in the USA and their successful strategy of creating a Highly popular Vlogging camera is halted or you can say it has failed this time to impress the consumer base, and means that ZV series lost its effectiveness to impress the consumer base out there.
The ZV-E10 Mark II camera’s price is somewhat close to the Sony A6700 camera, but it lacks the AI processing unit as well as sensor-shift image stabilization. Additionally, it doesn’t support the video frame rates available in the A6700 camera. Sony has crippled many of the specifications inside the ZV-E10 Mark II camera to protect the sales of the A6700 camera. At the same time, due to its high price tag, the camera was not able to directly replace its predecessor, the ZV-E10, whose sales are still going well.
It looks like Sony’s strategies have failed this time to read out the actual requirements of consumers out there.
Ricoh has announced two new compact rugged cameras. Both cameras belong to the G900 series and are named the G900 Mark 2 and the G900 SE Mark 2 (SE features built-in Wifi and NFC). The most important feature they have added to their new SE compact rugged cameras is the password lock, which will help the camera owner prevent unauthorized access to these cameras.
Both cameras remain waterproof to a depth of 20m (65.6ft), shockproof from a height of 2.1m (6.8ft), able to withstand 100kg force (220 lb force) and temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). Both models are equipped with GPS, with the SE variant adding Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and NFC. They can also tolerate sodium hypochlorite, ethanol, or liquid chlorine dioxide disinfectants, means its chemical proof too.
Both cameras use the same 20MP Type 1/2.3 (29mm²) sensors and have 6.5GB of internal memory, allowing its use without an SD card, to increase security. the SE model features WiFi and NFC , and both of them also have a Micro HDMI port as well as a USB-C port for data transfer and live streaming.
Ricoh G900 Mk II Features
Ricoh Imaging Co., Ltd. will release the RICOH G900 II compact digital camera, which meets the waterproof, dustproof, shockproof, and chemical resistance requirements for harsh environments such as construction, disaster, and medical care, where rain and dust can be a problem, and which complies with the digital small blackboard integration function and authenticity verification (tamper detection function) advocated by the Japan Construction Management Software Industry Association (J-COMSIA).
The camera’s airtight body structure provides excellent waterproof performance (JIS protection class 8, equivalent to IPX8) that enables it to withstand continuous underwater use for up to 20 meters.
It is equipped with reinforced protective glass on the front of the lens and protectors at key points. It is a tough model that is drop-resistant from 2.1m and dust-resistant (JIS protection class 6, IP6X compliant) to withstand full-scale use in harsh field environments, has a cold-resistant structure that can operate even at -10°C, and a load-bearing structure that can withstand weights of up to 100kgf (kilograms force)
Ricoh G900 Mk II SE Additional features
The new product, “RICOH G900SE II,” is the successor to the “RICOH G900SE” (released in May 2019) and will be sold primarily through Ricoh’s office equipment sales channels as an enhanced model of the digital camera “RICOH G900 II” announced on the same day.
Equipped with Bluetooth v3.0/v4.2 BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) and wireless LAN (IEEE802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 2.4/5GHz), it enables high-speed wireless data transmission to a wide range of devices, not only PCs but also smartphones and corporate networks.
It supports Enterprise Wi-Fi with enhanced security. It also supports WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup), making it easy to set up a wireless LAN connection.
Supports near-field wireless communication NFC cards (Felica, Mifare, ISO1443 Type A/B contactless IC cards). For example, you can lock and unlock the camera by holding an NFC card over the camera body.
When using multiple cameras on a corporate network, firmware updates, camera menu settings, and camera memo list files can be set up on a server on the network, allowing multiple cameras to be automatically configured all at once.
You can restrict operations by selecting and locking multiple items from among “camera operation,” “menu selection,” “built-in memory playback,” “USB connection,” “SDW card use,” and “WEB server access.”
Camera administrators and users can each set passwords for items for which they want to restrict operation.
Ricoh G900 II and G900SE II Press Release
The RICOH G900 II and RICOH G900SE II are waterproof, dustproof, shock- and chemical-resistant for use at demanding jobsites
PARSIPPANY, New Jersey, August 7, 2024 — Ricoh Imaging Americas Corporation today announced the RICOH G900 II and RICOH G900SE II, two new heavy-duty, industrial cameras designed to be highly resistant to water, dust, shock and chemicals, for use at demanding jobsites in industries including construction, manufacturing, disaster relief and healthcare.
The RICOH G900II and the RICOH G900SE II offer outstanding and dependable performance in harsh conditions. They are waterproof to a depth of 65.6 feet (20 meters) for up to two hours of continuous operation and highly resistant to chemicals. Compact and lightweight, the cameras incorporate a protective reinforced glass element to the front surface of the lens and a number of protectors at crucial parts of the body. They’re dustproof, shockproof against falls of 6.8 feet (2.1 meters), cold-resistant to temperatures as low as 14°F (-10°C), and crushproof against weights of up to 220 pound-force (100 kilogram-force).
Both cameras are equipped with a back-illuminated, 20.0-megapixel CMOS image sensor that delivers sharp, clear, high-resolution images, even at a super-high sensitivity of ISO 25600.
| Keeping data secure |
In addition to outdoor applications at civil engineering, construction and disaster relief sites, the RICOH G900 II and RICOH G900SE II can also be used in a wide range of indoor industries. Security features including a password-protected camera lock function make them ideal for use at high-security workplaces. The successor to the RICOH G900SE, announced in 2019, the RICOH G900SE II has enhanced security features, including system data management functions in connection with intranet systems, ideal for use at infrastructure and utility facilities, road maintenance and public institutions including local governments, police, and fire stations.
The RICOH G900SE II features other premium functions including support for Bluetooth® and wireless LAN connections, and compatibility with NFC cards. It assures wireless, high-speed data transmission of captured images with a broader choice of devices and supports security- enhanced Enterprise Wi-Fi systems.
| Simplified data management and workflow from anywhere |
The RICOH G900 II and RICOH G900SE II feature a Camera Memo function that reduces workload and simplifies data management, enabling users to attach a text or audio file to an image and enables users to browse compatible reference images like building plans blueprints on the camera’s monitor. When used in combination with Barcode Scanning mode, barcode information can be attached to the camera memo data. The camera’s EX2 application software can be used to integrate image categorizations and file names into the camera memo data, reducing the post-shooting workload. All data can then be exported as an XML file for easy integration into databases.
When connected to a computer, both the RICOH G900 II and RICOH G900SE II can function as a web camera for real-time streaming of Full HD-resolution at 30 frames per second. When combined with its high-power, six-LED ring light unit and macro shooting capability, detailed, enlarged views of small items can be shared during virtual meetings.
The RICOH G900 II and RICOH G900SE II have a host of advanced and user-friendly features to facilitate shooting at a variety of worksites including a GPS module that attaches GPS data to captured images, a transparency guide that enables users to use a previously captured image as a template for capturing a new image with identical composition, an electronic level to check the camera’s horizontal and vertical inclination, 6.5GB of built-in memory, and 4K-resolution video recording capability.
| Pricing and Availability |
The RICOH G900 II will be available late August at www.us.ricoh-imaging.com as well as at Ricoh Imaging-authorized retail outlets nationwide for a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $799.95.
The RICOH G900SE II will be available in September at www.us.ricoh-imaging.com and via Ricoh Imaging’s industrial partners for a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $899.95.
According to the latest information from Chinese sources, the upcoming Sony A75 camera will have a crop in 4K 60fps mode for a unique reason. Let us see the reasoning in their own words.
Cross-checking the information:
All professional cameras like the SONY FX9, BURANO, and VENICE 2 8K, which don’t use the IMX510 sensor, have 60fps cropping. I don’t think the A7M5 will generously offer uncropped 4K/60fps, even with pixel binning and downsampling, it’s impossible.
Facts
Yes, the Sony FX9 has a crop when shooting in 4K 60FPS mode. The camera uses a 6K full-frame sensor but crops to Super 35mm mode (approximately a 1.5x crop) when recording in 4K at 60FPS.
No, the Sony VENICE 2 8K does not have a crop when shooting in 4K 60FPS mode. The sensor supports oversampling from 8.6 to 4K, or you can window in the camera to output 4K
So, the fact is something else, we cannot believe this information that the camera will surely have a crop. But sure we will analyze in our upcoming articles the type of sensor that the Sony A7V camera may use, but let us consider these situations
Types of Options SONY HAVE RIGHT N O W
IF Sony uses the Stacked version of the 33MP sensor, OR 30MP IMX554 and 48.9MP IMX313 stacked sensors, allowing the Sony A7 IV camera to capture images at HFR and uncropped 4k 60FPS videos. Other options that create the possibility of keeping the 4k 60FPS crop mode active by using the 40.2MP A7R IIIA sensor in the upcoming camera, OR maybe they can use a 55MP IMG409 in A7V camera.
So, of course, we have a lot of options out there, The best is Sony should use a 30MP IMX554 stacked CMOS sensor in their upcoming camera
Nikon registered a new camera model code N2318 in Indonesia. The camera will be manufactured in Thailand, and the new model was previously registered with the China Wireless Certification Agency. With these multiple global wireless certifications, we can conclude that the announcement is very near. The N2318 model code is expected to arrive in the next two to three months, most probably before November 2024. We will likely have an announcement from Nikon soon.
There have been strong hints that the Nikon Z50 Mark II camera is coming, so we can expect this announcement to bring its successor.
We will update you when we get any leaked specifications or images of the upcoming Nikon Z50 Mark II camera.
The good news is that there is not only N2318 but another camera already registered with the Wireless Certification Agency, waiting to be announced N2216. According to the latest speculations from the rumor mill and other websites, this could be a successor to the Nikon P1000, possibly the P1100. There are also speculations pointing towards a possible successor to the Nikon Z5 camera, the Z5 Mark II, since the Z5 is now old and outdated and needs a desperate update from Nikon.
Nikon has raised prices! The Nikon Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR lens in China has increased in price from the original price of (CNY) 12,499 to (CNY)13,799. The new price has been implemented by Nikon’s official store, while some dealers have not yet raised prices. Buy now before the price goes up.
Will this price increase affect Global Price Nikon Z 180-600mm F5.6-6.3 Lens, it depends on Nikon. But, if ur already planning to buy this lens, better to buy it now.
The Nikon Z 180-600mm F/5.6-6.3 VR telephoto zoom lens was released on June 21st. It features a 25-element, 17-group optical structure, 9 aperture blades, a 95mm filter thread, an internal focusing system, a STM stepping motor, a minimum focusing distance of approximately 1.3m at 180mm, support for TC-1.4x and TC-2.0x teleconverters, approximately 5.5 stops of VR image stabilization, and weighs approximately 1956g. The initial price was only 12,499.
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