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Sony RX200 Rumored Specification

Sony RX200

Sony RX200 Rumored specification surfaced over the web via chinese forum xitek.com, according to the rumor Sony may announce the RX200 compact camera in June.

Sony RX200 Rumored Specification (Translated by Google)

  • Slightly larger than the RX100
  • 28-140mm F1.8-4.9 zoom lens
  • resistive touch screen
  • 144m EVF
  • better clear zoom technology
  • two-dimensional code recognition
  • Wi-Fi connection
  • built-in pop-up viewfinder
  • hot shoe
  • external flash
  • to be announced in Mid-June

No word about the sensor is available, Take everything with a grain of salt. We will update you soon as we get any new information.

src- xitek.com

Olympus E-P5 vs Sony NEX 6

Olymous E-P5 vs Sony NEX 6 Specification comparison review, Sony Alpha NEX 6 features bigger sensor and advance Hybrid AF system, on the other hand newly announced olympus E-P5 features Micro 4/3 sensor and contrast based F.A.S.T AF system,

Olympus E-P5 vs NEX 6

Sensor: Sony NEX 6 gives you bigger sensor with much larger photodiode compared to Olympus E-P5, so its no doubt that the NEX 6 will give you better low-light result and more dynamic range.

AF system: Olympus uses Frequency Acceleration Sensor Technology (F.A.S.T.) developed by Olympus few years back,  Olympus E-P3 and OMD E-M5 camera uses the same technology  (F.A.S.T System). The AF speed of Frequency Acceleration Sensor Technology based camera are blazing fast, on the other hand Sony NEX 6 uses Hybrid AF system that combines Phase and Contrast detect method, NEX 6 have Phase AF pixels active during still and video mode, so both camera gives you the most advance AF system available today.

Based on different lighting / test condition, Hybrid AF system (Phase+Contrast) is more recommended over contrast based AF system.

NEX 6 also offers bit fast continuous shooting speed compared to Olympus E-P5.

Image Stabilization: Olympus features built-in image stabilization, No IS available in NEX 6.

Video: Sony NEX 6 can capture Full HD video @ 60fps, Olympus E-P5 limited to 30 fps only at Full HD mode.

Display: Olympus E-P5 features high resolution touch display, no touch display available in NEX 6

Verdict: Based on Specification Comparison we recommend you to buy Sony NEX 6

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Olympus E-P5 Body only – Amazon
Olympus E-P5 17mm f1.8 and VF-4 16.1 – Amazon

Sony NEX 6 is Available at Amazon

Sony RX200 Coming Soon [Rumor]

Sony RX200

According to latest rumors coming from chinese forum xitek.com, The upcoming X200  will feature improved 28-140mm f/1.4-2.2 lens (compared to the current 29-105mm f/1.8-4.9) and an built-in pop-up viewfinder for professional users. Sony RX200 expected to be announced in 1st week of June 2013. More Coming Soon…

Sony RX100 is a ultra compact camera with 1 inch sensor – See more about Sony RX100

Buy Sony RX 100 at Amazon

Sony Honami Coming - Cybershot phone with 1/1.6

Sony-Honami

Sony Ericsson K550i Image

The upcoming flagship camera phone from Sony is Honami , its features Sony 1/1.6″ Exmor RS stacked sensor and Sony Cybershot G Lens, glass lens, premium grade. The Honami comes with All new image processing algorithm, similar to Sony’s advance Cyber-shot digital cameras, Completely revamped camera UI, Superior Auto Scene Recognition, an improvement over the Superior Auto mode found in the Xperia Z/ZL.

Take a look at the sensor size comparison below

Sony-Honami-SensorSony Honami Major Features / Specification

PROCESSOR AND MEMORY

  •  2.3GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 quad-core processor, with the standard 2GB of RAM.

SENSOR

  • Sony 1/1.6″ Exmor RS stacked sensor

LENS

  • Sony Cybershot G Lens, glass lens, premium grade

SOFTWARE

  • All new image processing algorithm, similar to Sony’s Cyber-shot digital cameras
  • Completely revamped camera UI, software goodies from Cyber-shot digital cameras of 2013
  • Superior Auto Scene Recognition, an improvement over the Superior Auto mode found in the Xperia Z/ZL
  • Sony is also working on an “Augmented Reality” app similar to Nokia’s amazing City Lens.

FLASH

  • Xenon or Dual LED flash, to be 10 times brighter than ordinary flash on smartphones. There was also a mention of using the new Plasma flash, although we believe that won’t really happen.

BATTERY

  • 2700mAh battery

source – vr-zone

Sony A58 vs Nikon D5200 vs Canon 650D

Sony A58

Major Specification Comparison between Sony A58 vs Nikon D5200 vs Canon 650D, + DxO Mark score is added at the end of the post,

Sony A58 vs Nikon D5200

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Based on specification comparison review + DxO Mark score Nikon D5200 is a clear winner. Sony A58 is a affordable option out of these two DSLRs.

Also See Recommended Lenses of Sony A58, Nikon D5200 and Canon 650D.

Sony A58 Recommended Lenses

Sony A58 is a excellent entry level camera, take a look at the best + affordable lenses for your Sony A58 DSLR.

Best Affordable Multi-purpose Lens

Sony SAL18135 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 Zoom Lens – All in One Lens for Sony A58
Recommended 18-250mm lens for Sony A77
Sony 18-250mm covers a broad range and highly recommended as all purpose / Travel lens, you rarely need to change to another lens, AF is quite fast and images are sharp. the lens is highly recommended for travel / wedding / event photographers, the 18-250mm lens gives you a better option compared to buying a Sony Alpha camera with 18-55mm kit lens and 55-200mm.
The Good: Covers a wide range, image quality better than the kit lens.
Drawback: Bit pricy.
Buy 18-250mm Alpha DT Lens from Amazon USA || Amazon UK

 

Recommended Zoom Lens for Sony A58

Sony 55-200mm f/4-5.6 SAM DT (Budget Zoom Lens)
Sony 55-250mm Zoom Lens for Sony A77
The Sony 55-200mm lens is the most affordable telephoto zoom lens by Sony, 55-200mm have built-in Smooth Autofocus Motor (SAM) and features ED (Extra-low Dispersion) Glass to reduce chromatic aberration at telephoto extension.
The Good: Affordable and light weight, Drawback nothing bad here, you get same image quality as your kit lens.
Buy Sony 55-200mm f/4-5.6 SAM DT from Amazon USA || Amazon UK


Sony 75-300mm f/4.5-5.6 Telephoto Zoom Lens (Budget Zoom Lens)
Zoom lenses for Sony A77
The 75-300mm features very less distortion and provides extra zoom range compared to 55-200mm, SONY 75-300mm Telephoto lens is priced well and will provide excellent performance.
The Good: Affordable, Nice image quality even at 300mm.
Buy Sony 75-300mm f/4.5-5.6 Lens from Amazon USA || Amazon UK


Recommended Portrait Lens for Sony A58

Sony 50mm f/1.8 SAM DT Lens (Budget Portrait lens)
sony 50mm F1.8 Portrait Lens for Sony A77
The 50mm F1.8 gives excellent image quality, The 50mm F1.8 is the best affordable portrait lens from Sony. Good for low light and portrait shooting.
The Good: Affordable, sharp image, you get nice color and contrast with a nice blurred background(bokeh).
Buy Sony 50mm F1.8 Lens from Amazon USA || Amazon UK


Recommended Macro Lens for Sony A58

Sony SAL30M28 DT 30mm f/2.8 SAM Macro (budget lens)
Sony 30mm Macro Lens for Sony A77The 30mm Budget Macro Lens from Sony, It take very sharp pictures with very nice and smooth blurred background. The 1:1 subject to projection size ratio gives life-size renditions of photographed elements.
The Good: Affordable Macro Lens, It take clear & Very sharp images with good color and contrast, highly recommended.
Buy 30mm F2.8 Lens from Amazon USA || Amazon UK

Sony A58 vs Nikon D3200 vs Sony A65 vs Canon T4i / 650D

Sony A58 is a excellent entry level camera for beginners, the camera cost is is approx $598 but features excellent core specification, take a look how Sony A58 stand out in front of  its competitors.

Features / Models Sony alpha A58 Nikon D3200 Sony alpha SLT-A65 Canon EOS Rebel T4i
Megapixel 20.1 megapixels 24.2 megapixels 24.3 megapixels 18.0 megapixels
Sensor size / type APS-C (23.5 x 15.6 mm) APS-C (23.2 x 15.4 mm) APS-C (23.5 x 15.6 mm) APS-C (22.3 x 14.9 mm)
Low Pass Filter  Yes Yes Yes Yes
Image processor Bionz Expeed 3 Bionz Digic 5
AF points 15 11 15 9
AF Detection Range -1to 18 EG 2 to 20 EV -1EV – 18EV EV -0.5 – 18
ISO Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400, 12800, (25600 with boost) Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400 (12800 with boost) Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400, 12800, (25600 with boost) Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400, 12800 (25600 with boost)
Shutter Min/Max 30 sec 1/4000 sec 30 sec 1/4000 sec 30 sec 1/4000 sec 30 sec- 1/4000 sec
Top Continuous Shooting Speed 8fps 4fps 10fps 5 fps
Video 1920 x 1080 (60, 29.97 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30,25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 424 (30, 25 fps) 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (60, 50 fps)
Display 2.7″ 460.8k-Dot Tilting LCD Monitor Fixed 3″ 921,000 TFT LCD with 160° viewing angle Fully articulated 3″ 921,000 Electronic Fully articulated 3″1,040,000 Clear View II TFT LCD
Viewfinder 100% 95% 100% 95%
Environmentally sealed No No No No
Dimensions   137 x 104 x 84 mm 125 x 96 x 77 mm 132 x 97 x 81 mm 133 x 100 x 79 mm
Weight 599g 505g 622g 575g

 Sony A58 is a excellent SLT camera with a affordable price tag, the price of Sony A58 is similar to Nikon D3200, but you get more advance specification, better Sensor, more ISO range and Full HD video recording with 60fps frame rate, the A58 is a excellent SLT for entry level photographers.

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