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By admin, on May 2nd, 2014
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Why Sony unlocked 51200 ISO?, maybe to look good at the specification sheet or to get the Top-Rank in automated comparison reviews around the web, Due to fixed mirror technology Less light reaches the sensor; so theoretically, low light shooting is not up to par with what a DSLR has to offer. Canon stopped using it, the last Canon camera to have fixed mirror concept was EOS RT (introduced in 1989), which remained in production until 1992.
Good News: According to recent patent literature spotted by patent hunting website egami Sony is working on semitransparent mirror SLT camera that can be locked up like a DSLR, see the image below.
The new technology may be implemented on A77 III or A99 II.
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Sony A77 II Sample image at Photographyblog
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By admin, on May 1st, 2014
Sony A77 II can be pre-ordered right now, A- Quick reminder to the specification, the A77 II has 24 megapixel sensor, ISO range of 100-51200, camera is powered by a Bionz X image processor and advance 79 point AF system that covers the entire screen, but the continuous shooting speed remains same as A77 of 12 fps, for more take a look at here – Sony A77 II Anounced – Press Release, Price, Specification and Videos
Pre-order– from Amazon || B&H || Adorama
By admin, on May 1st, 2014
The long rumored Sony A77 Mark II OR MII announced today, finally we know that its real name is Sony A77 II, the newly announced A77 II features newly developed 24.3MP APS-C Exmor CMOS Sensor with SteadyShot INSIDE sensor-shift type image stabilization, newly developed Phase Detection: 79, 15 cross-type, latest BIONZ X Image used and newly developed image decoding algorithm.
The A77 II also supports Full HD 1080i/p video recording at 60 and 24 fps frame rates, on the rear side we have 3.0″ 1,228k-Dot 3-Way Tilting LCD Screen and 0.5″ 2,359k-Dot XGA OLED Tru-Finder, the A77 II also features built in WiFi and NFC, with the help of NFC you can control the camera with your smartphone or tablet.
The SLT-A77 II will be available in June and is priced at $1199 body only and $1799 with an 16-50mm F2.8 lens.
Pre-order– from Amazon || B&H || Adorama
Sony A77 Press Release
Sony Electronics Introduces the Speedy New α77 II Interchangeable Lens Camera with Record-breaking 79-Point Autofocus System
Impressive New “Action Shooter” features 79 Phase Detection AF Points, 12 fps shooting for up to 60 frames, 24.3 MP APS-C sensor and more
SAN DIEGO, May 1, 2014 – Sony Electronics’ new α77 II camera delivers an impressive combination of speed, versatility and efficiency in a tough, weather-resistant design, making it a perfect choice for fast-action photography and videography.
Building on the heritage of Sony’s much-loved original α77 and α700 cameras, the α77 II gives advanced amateurs a string of exciting enhancements including the world’s highest number of AF points in a new phase detect autofocus system1 with 79 focal points and 15 cross points. Utilizing Sony’s unique Translucent Mirror Technology, the α77 II also has the ability to shoot at up to 12 fps for 60 total frames with continuous AF.
The speedy new camera is equipped with a high-resolution 24.3 MP image sensor and powerful BIONZ® X processor, ensuring that still images and full HD videos are captured in sharp focus and incredible detail. Image quality compared to the original α77 has been boosted, and sensitivity has increased by approximately 20% as well. There is also a variety of new pro-friendly video functions for movie makers.
“The new A77 II is yet another strong statement for Sony in the interchangeable lens camera space” said Neal Manowitz, director of the α interchangeable lens camera division at Sony. “In addition to this camera’s impressive imaging credentials and unprecedented focusing system, it reinforces our dedication to the A-mount camera lineup and shows that we are pushing the limits of innovation in all aspects of the industry.”
New-generation 79 point phase detection AF system
The advanced AF system on the new α77 II camera features 79 phase detection AF points – the most of any dedicated AF sensor in market today – and includes 15 cross points within the central area of the sensor. Additionally, metering data from all 79 focus points is processed by a brand new AF algorithm that predicts the subject’s movement. These impressive new features combined with Sony’s powerful Translucent Mirror Technology ensure that fast-moving people, animals or any other relevant object can be tracked quickly and accurately in all types of shooting conditions.
The α77 II camera also has a centrally mounted dedicated phase detect AF sensor that supports apertures up to F2.8, ensuring maximum AF precision when using large-aperture lenses. In low light, the AF system of the camera performs admirably, accurately locking on to subjects in scenes with illumination levels as low as EV-2 (ISO100), where even the human eye has trouble discerning details.
There’s a suite of sophisticated new AF functions on the α77 II model that make the most of the unique 79-point system. Expanded Flexible Spot mode maintains focus even if the selected AF point loses track of the subject, activating eight surrounding AF points that recognize the subject. Lock-on AF mode lets users select one of four AF area modes (Wide, Zone, Flexible Spot or Expanded Flexible Spot), and can recognize and track a subject’s form based on its color and its position within the frame, automatically selecting the appropriate AF point from the 79 available
For even greater control, the degree of subject-tracking duration can be fine-tuned in five steps (when shooting still images in AF-C mode). A low setting is ideal for slow-moving subjects with predictable movements, while high settings deliver more responsive focusing for shooting different subjects at different distances, such as wildlife or sports photography. AF Tracking Duration can also be selected between High, Medium and Low during Full HD movie shooting.
Other new features include an Eye AF function that precisely detects and focuses on the subject’s eyes when photographing people. There is also AF Range Control, which allows AF to be limited to a specified range, and a Balanced Emphasis mode that provides the ideal balance between focus and release timing. Users can manually select any of the various focus modes to match the shooting situation and their creative objectives.
Shoot a continuous burst of 60 full-resolution frames at up to 12 fps
Continuous shooting stamina on the α77 II camera outpaces nearly all cameras in its class as well as many professional cameras. The new model can capture a non-stop burst of up to 60 full-resolution JPEG images at a maximum continuous shooting speed of approximately 12 frames per second with continuous AF (in Continuous Advance Priority AE mode).
24.3 megapixel Exmor® CMOS image sensor with enhanced sensitivity
A showcase of Sony’s leading image sensor technologies, the new 24.3 megapixel Exmor® CMOS image sensor in the α77 II camera features the same gapless on-chip lens structure as used in the acclaimed α7R and α6000 models. Thanks to an array of latest-generation imaging innovations, the sensor now offers 20% greater sensitivity than its predecessor (α77), and ensures flawless image detail and low-noises performance across the wide sensitivity range of ISO 100 to 25600.
The high-resolution sensor is partnered by the same evolved BIONZ X image processor introduced in the α7 and α7R models. Around three times faster than Sony’s previous BIONZ engine and optimized for the α77 II camera, it employs detail reproduction, diffraction-reducing and area-specific noise reduction technologies that contribute to amazing image definition and rich colors for still images and Full HD videos.
OLED Tru-Finder™ and 3-way tilting LCD
The new camera features a crisp, bright XGA OLED Tru-Finder with 2,360,000 dot resolution. With about three times higher contrast and resolving power compared to the original α77, the EVF on the new α77 II shows the effects of all settings adjustments in real-time, accurately displaying what the final image will look like. A wide viewing angle and high eye-point are complemented by a newly-expanded choice of brightness settings, and shooters have the ability to manually adjust color temperature for comfortable, accurate composition.
As featured on the full-frame α99 camera, the α77 II model also features a detail-packed 3.0-type (7.5 cm) Xtra Fine LCD that moves three ways for added convenience. The LCD also features WhiteMagic™ technology, which significantly improves screen visibility, even outdoors in direct sunlight.
Expanded Control and Customization
Evolved from the original α77 model, there are separate control dials on both sides of the grip for simpler control settings adjustments. In total, the α77 II camera has a total of 11 customizable buttons with up to 51 assignable functions.
Further, up to three frequently used groups of shooting modes and other settings can be stored in memory and recalled easily via the mode dial, and an exposure mode dial lock function has been inherited from the a99 model to prevent accidental mode changes.
Tough enough for serious enthusiasts
The tough, light magnesium body of the α77 II camera is engineered to withstand the demands of the most serious enthusiasts. It features a dust and moisture sealed design and a large, contoured grip for comfortable handling. In addition, the camera’s durable shutter unit is rated for 150,000 total shots.
Pro-style movie shooting with continuous AF
The α77 II camera can record Full HD 60p and 24p movies using the AVCHD 2.0 format. As with still shooting, Translucent Mirror Technology enables full-time phase-detection AF, ensuring accurate focus tracking with fast-moving subjects during video capture.
The camera has a number of additional features for serious movie makers, including three-level AF tracking sensitivity adjustment, a pro-style Zebra function and audio level metering. There’s also the addition of a clean HDMI® output that allows viewing on an external monitor and recording to an external storage device without compression
Wi-Fi® and PlayMemories™ Connectivity
On-board Wi-Fi allows one-touch connection for easy shot sharing with your Xperia®, NFC-compatible Android™ smartphones, tablets and VAIO® computers. A single touch also activates Smart Remote Control, linking the camera to your mobile phone enabling you to fire the shutter from a distance.
For devices without NFC one-touch capabilities, users can wirelessly transfer images and videos and activate Smart Remote Control through Sony’s free PlayMemories Mobile™ application, available for the iOS and Android platforms.
Sony α Lenses, Accessories and New “α Library” App for Tablets
Covering focal lengths from wide angle to telephoto, a family of 32 A-mount lenses offers an extensive choice of creative tools for visual expression, including several premium models from Carl Zeiss® and G Series Lenses.
The new α77 II camera is compatible with a range of versatile α accessories including microphones, flashes and more, and is designed to work the optional VG-C77AM grip, which enhances camera operability and versatility during vertical shooting.
Sony has also released a new photography-themed “α Library” application for tablets. This new app showcases the entire lineup of α lenses, including key information and specifications, in the “α Lens Catalog” section, and also includes access to a semiannual “α Magazine” lifestyle publication that showcases fun photography stories, tips, techniques and more. The new α Library is now available for download on Google Play and the iOS App Store.
Pricing and Availability
The Sony α77 II interchangeable lens camera will be available in June 2014 in a kit with a 16-50mm F2.8 lens (model SAL1650) for a suggested retail price of $1800. It will also be offered separately as a body for a suggested retail price of $1200.
Sony a77II Specifications
Camera type |
Interchangeable lens digital camera with built-in flash |
Lens compability |
Sony A-mount lenses, operation with Minolta/Konica Minolta lenses confirmed |
Type |
APS-C type (23.5 x 15.6mm), “Exmor” CMOS sensor with primary color filters |
Number of pixels (effective) |
approx.24.3Megapixels |
Number of pixels (total) |
approx.24.7Megapixels |
Image sensor aspect ratio |
3:02 |
Color filter |
R, G, B primary color |
Anti-Dust function |
Yes |
Anti-Dust system |
Charge protection coating on image sensor and image sensor shift mechanism |
Anti-Dust operation (auto) |
Power off |
Recording format |
JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver. 2.3, MPF Baseline compliant), RAW (Sony ARW 2.3 format) |
Image size (pixels) [3:2] |
L: 6000 x 4000 (24M), M: 4240 x 2832 (12M), S: 3008 x 2000 (6.0M) |
Image size (pixels) [16:9] |
L: 6000 x 3376 (20M), M: 4240 x 2400 (10M), S:3008 x 1688 (5.1M) |
Image size (pixels) [Sweep Panorama] |
Wide: horizontal 12,416 x 1,856 (23M), vertical 5,536 x 2,160 (12M), Standard: horizontal 8,192 x 1,856 (15M), vertical 3,872 x 2,160 (8.4M) |
Image quality modes |
RAW RAW & JPEG JPEG Extra fine JPEG Fine JPEG Standard |
Picture Effect |
13 types: Posterization (Color), Posterization (B/W), Pop Color, Retro Photo, Partial Color (R/G/B/Y), High Contrast Monochrome, Toy Camera(Normal/Cool/Warm/Green/Magenta), Soft High-key , Soft Focus(High/Mid/Low), HDR Painting(High/Mid/Low), Rich-tone Monochrome, Miniature(Auto/Top/Middle(H)/Bottom/Right/Middle(V)/Left), Watercolor, Illustration(High/Mid/ Low) |
Creative Style |
Standard, Vivid, Neutral, Clear, Deep, Light, Portrait, Landscape, Sunset, Night Scene, Autumn leaves, Black & White, Sepia, Style Box(1-6), (Contrast (-3 to +3 steps), Saturation (-3 to +3 steps), Sharpness (-3 to +3 steps)) |
Dynamic Range functions |
Off, Dynamic Range Optimizer (Auto/Level(1-5)), Auto High Dynamic Range(Auto Exposure Difference, Exposure difference Level (1-6EV, 1.0EV step)) |
Color space |
sRGB standard (with sYCC gamut) and Adobe RGB standard compatible with TRILUMINOS Color |
Delete |
Yes |
Recording format |
AVCHD format Ver. 2.0 compliant
MP4 |
Video compression |
AVCHD:MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
MP4:MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 |
Audio recording format |
AVCHD:Dolby Digital (AC-3) 2ch,Dolby Digital Stereo Creator
MP4:MPEG-4 AAC-LC 2ch |
Color space |
xvYCC standard (x.v.Color when connected via HDMI cable) compatible with TRILUMINOS Color |
1920 x 1080(60p, 28M, PS) |
Approx.28Mbps(Maximum bit-rate) |
1920 x 1080(50p, 28M, PS) |
No |
1920 x 1080(60i, 24M, FX) |
Approx.24Mbps(Maximum bit-rate) |
1920 x 1080(50i, 24M, FX) |
No |
1920 x 1080(60i, 17M, FH) |
Approx.17Mbps (Average bit-rate) |
1920 x 1080(50i, 17M, FH) |
No |
1920 x 1080(24p, 24M, FX) |
Approx.24Mbps(Maximum bit-rate) |
1920 x 1080(25p, 24M, FX) |
No |
1920 x 1080(24p, 17M, FH) |
Approx.17Mbps (Average bit-rate) |
1920 x 1080(25p, 17M, FH) |
No |
1440 x 1080(30fps) |
Approx.12Mbps (Average bit-rate) |
1440 x 1080(25fps) |
No |
VGA(640 x 480, 30fps) |
Approx.3Mbps (Average bit-rate) |
VGA(640 x 480, 25fps) |
No |
Audio Level Display |
Yes |
Audio Rec Level |
Yes |
AF Tracking Duration |
Yes |
AF Drive Speed |
Yes |
Auto Slow Shutter |
Yes |
HDMI Info. Display |
Yes(On/Off) |
Media |
“Memory Stick PRO Duo”
“Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo”
“Memory Stick XC-HG Duo”
SD memory card
SDHC memory card (UHS-I compliant)
SDXC memory card (UHS-I compliant) |
Noise reduction |
Long exposure NR: On/Off , available of shutter speeds longer than 1 sec.
High ISO NR: Normal/Low/Off selectable |
Multi Frame NR |
Auto/ISO100 to 51200 |
Modes |
Auto / Daylight/ Shade/ Cloudy/ Incandescent/ Fluorescent<
Warm White / Cool White / Day White / Daylight>/ Flash / Color temperature<2500 to 9900K> , color filter/ Custom<1/2/3>/Custom Set |
AWB micro adjustment |
Yes |
Bracketing |
3 frames, H/L selectable |
Type |
TTL Phase-detection AF |
Focus sensor |
CCD line sensors |
Focus point |
79 points (15 points cross type)
79 points (15 points cross type) |
Sensitivity range |
EV -2 to 18 (at ISO100 equivalent) |
Focus mode |
Autofocus, Manual focus selectable |
AF mode *2 |
Single-shot AF (AF-S), Continuous AF (AF-C), Automatic AF (AF-A), Direct Manual Focus selectable |
Focus area |
Wide/Zone/Center/Flexible Spot/Expanded Flexible Spot/Lock-On AF(Wide/Zone/Center/Flexible Spot/Expanded Flexible Spot) |
Eye-start AF |
Yes |
Lock-on AF |
Yes |
Eye Focus |
Yes |
Other features |
Predictive control (AF-A, AF-C)
Focus lock
AF On
Eye-start AF |
AF illuminator |
built -in Flash |
AF illuminator range |
approx.1m – 5m
approx. 3.3 to 16.4 feet |
AF Range Control |
Yes |
AF micro adjustment |
Yes |
Metering type |
1200-zone evaluative metering |
Metering sensor |
“Exmor”CMOS sensor |
Metering sensitivity |
EV-2 to EV17 (at ISO100 equivalent with F1.4 lens attached) |
Modes |
Multi-segment
Center-weighted
Spot |
Exposure modes |
Multi-segment
Center-weighted
Spot
AUTO(Intelligent Auto/Superior Auto)
Scene Selection
Sweep Panorama
Continuous Advance Priority AE
Movie(P/A/S/M)
Programmed AE (P)
Aperture priority (A)
Shutter-speed priority (S)
Manual (M)
Memory recall(MR1/2/3) |
Scene Selection |
Portrait
Landscape
Macro
Sports Action
Sunset
Night Portrait
Night Scene
Hand-held Twilight |
Exposure compensation |
+/-5.0 EV (1/3EV, 1/2EV steps selectable) |
Bracketing |
Bracket: Cont./Bracket: Single, With 1/3EV, 1/2EV, 2/3EV, 1.0EV, 2.0EV, 3.0EV increments, 3 /5frames |
AE Lock |
Available with AE lock button.
AE is also locked when focus is locked in multi-segment metering mode. (“AEL w/ shutter”(Auto/On/Off) is supported) |
ISO sensitivty,Recommnded Exposure Index |
Still Image:ISO100 – 25600 (1/3 EV step), (ISO numbers up from ISO50 can be set as expanded ISO range.)
AUTO ( ISO 100-25600, selectable the lower limit and the upper limit ) Movie:ISO100 – 12800 equivalent(1/3 EV step)
AUTO ( ISO 100-12800 equivalent, selectable the lower limit and the upper limit)
Movie:ISO100 – 12800 equivalent(1/3 EV step)
AUTO ( ISO 100-12800 equivalent, selectable the lower limit and the upper limit ) |
Type |
1.3cm (0.5″type) Electronic viewfinder |
Number of dots |
2 359 296 dots |
Brightness control |
Auto/Manual (5 steps between -2 and +2) |
Color temperature control |
Manual (5 steps) |
Field coverage |
100% |
Magnification |
Approx.1.09x (35mm camera equivalent: Approx.0.71x) with 50mm lens at infinity, -1m- -1 |
Diopter adjustment |
-4.0 to +3.0m-1 |
Eye point |
Approx. 27mm from the eyepiece lens, 22mm from the eyepiece frame at -1m-1 (CIPA standard) |
Display Contents |
Graphic Display / Display All Info./ No Disp. Info. / Digital level gauge / Histogram |
Type |
7.5 cm (3.0 type) TFT drive |
Number of dots (total) |
1 228 800dots |
Brightness control |
Auto
Manual (5 steps between -2 and +2)
Sunny Weather |
Adjustable angle |
Tilt angle:150 degreesupward and 180 degrees downward.
Rotation angle:180 degrees clockwise and 90 degrees counterclockwise. |
WhiteMagic |
Yes |
Display Contents |
Graphic Display / Display All Info./ No Disp. Info. / Digital level gauge/ Histogram / Shooting information for viewfinder mode |
Real-time image-adjustment display |
ON/OFF |
Quick Navi |
Yes |
Focus Check |
Focus Magnifier (5.9x,11.7x) |
Zebra |
Yes |
Peaking MF |
Yes (Level setting: High/Mid/Low/Off, Color: White/Red/Yellow) |
Top panel |
Yes |
Face detection Modes |
On/On (Regist. Faces)/Off |
Face registeration |
Yes |
Face selection |
Yes |
Max. number of detectable faces |
8 |
Sony A77 Sample Videos
First Look Uploaded by Sony Aus
The Phoblographer’s first Impressions Sony A77 Mk II
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