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Sony Hybrid Alpha-NEX Mount Camera Coming in 2012

Sony may announce rangefinder style Full-Frame Alpha in 2012, The Full-Frame Alpha will have hybrid mount, compatible E-mount lenses, See what Sony and others are planning for 2012
Sony Hybrid DSLR

Alpha mount camera with built-in compatible E-mount (no-external adapter needed!). Current NEX lenses will work in “crop mode”.

  • Full Frame sensor.
  • NEX-7 alike design, just a bit bigger.
  • Built-in new generation OLED viewfinder
  • global shutter

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Firmware Update for αNEX-3, NEX-5, NEX-C3 and NEX-VG10

The new firmware provides compatibility with the recently launched LA-EA2 translucent mirror Lens Mount Adapter,The firmware update is for E-Mount models announced before Oct 2011, the models include αNEX-3, NEX-5, NEX-C3 cameras, as well NEX-VG10. Prior to this firmware update, the LA-EA2 only worked with the αNEX-5N , NEX-7 and NEX-VG20.

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SLR Magic HyperPrime 23mm F1.7 for NEX cameras

SLR Magic Lens for NEX SystemFew days ago Tamron announced 18-200mm F/3.5-6.3 Di III VC Lens, Now its time for Hong Kong-based lens maker SLR Magic, SLR Magic announced a HyperPrime 23mm F1.7 lens for Sony NEX cameras. The SLR Magic HyperPrime 23mm F1.7 lens is Manual Focus lens and without IS, In the E-mount lens has a 35mm equivalent field-of-view and a minimum focus distance of 0.15m.

The SLR Magic HyperPrime 23mm F1.7 will be available from authorized SLR Magic dealers by the end of January 2012.

SLR Magic is currently looking for volunteers to test this lens at a special price. If interested:

  • Send an email to sales@noktor.com with the subject “SLR Magic 23mm F1.7 volunteer”.
  • Include sample videos/photos or link to photo/video reviews you have done

Tamron 18-200mm Lens For NEX System

Tamron 18-200mm LensTamron today announced a new 18-200mm F/3.5-6.3 Di lll VC lens for NEX system, The 18-200mm features Di III IS technology and its the first Di III lens from Tamron, The New 18-200mm is also the First and only third party lens announced for NEX system, In the coming year we may see more lenses coming from Sigma and other leading lens manufactures.

The 18-200mm F/3.5-6.3 Di lll VC lens features 62mm filter diameter, minimum focus distance of 0.5m, improved AF performance when shooting video and Direct Manual Focus (DMF) function, which allows the user to make fine manual adjustments in the AF focus. The lens weight only 460g. The lens will be available early 2012 in Black and silver color.

Tamron 18-200mm F/3.5-6.3 Di III VC Specifications

Manufacturer Tamron
General
Lens Mounts
  • Sony E Mount
Lens
Focal Length 18mm – 200mm
Angle of View 8° – 76°
Max Aperture f/3.5 – f/6.3
Min Aperture f/22 – f/40
Filter Size 62mm
35mm equivalent 27mm – 300mm
Internal focusing No Data
Focusing
Min Focus 50cm
Stabilised Yes
Construction
Elements 17
Groups 13
Box Contents
Box Contents Flower-shaped lens hood (included)
Dimensions
Weight 460g
Width 68mm
Height 96.7mm

Sony NEX 7 - Best APS-C Sensor camera from Sony

The test result of DxOMark lab says the Sony NEX 7 is the best APS-C Sensor camera from Sony. Sony A77, Sony A65 and NEX 7 shares same sensor, but we know that NEX 7 is a mirrorless camera and that makes all the difference, because it doesn’t have to contend with mirror-related light loss. Let’s take a look at how it fares against different kinds of cameras, starting with its Sony SLT relatives.

See the full news at DxOMark Lab

Top Ten Best APS-C Sensor camera according to DxOMark Lab,

Camera Sensor Score
Pentax K-5

82

Sony NEX-7

81

Nikon D7000

80

Sony Alpha 580

80

Nikon D5100

80

Sony SLT Alpha 77

78

Sony NEX-5N

77

Sony SLT Alpha 65

74

Sony SLT Alpha 35

74

Sony SLT Alpha 55

73

Amazon Hot Deals: Discount on Sony Alpha Lenses and NEX 3

Amazon.com is offering discount on 3 selected Sony alpha lenses and Sony NEX 3 Compact Mirrorless camera, given below is the Discount codes for Sony Alpha Lenses, Offer valid through November 29, 2011, while supplies last.

Instant Savings Amount by Lens
$160 off Sony 28-75mm f/2.8 SAM Full Frame Lens. Enter code YP4OXXWQ at checkout.
$80 off Sony 55-200mm f/4-5.6 SAM DT Telephoto Zoom Lens. Enter code P37FG9UD at checkout.
$80 off Sony 75-300mm f/4.5-5.6 Compact Super Telephoto Zoom Lens. Enter code LEL8CPUO at checkout.
for more information visit this page at Amazon.com

Buy a Sony NEX and Get a Wide-Angle Lens at NO COST

Sony NEX 3 digital camera

Sony NEX-3 offer,  Buy Sony NEX 3 digital camera with kit lens and get a 16mm f/2.8 Wide-Angle Lens free, offer is valid till the NEX 3 stock is available at Amazon.

Panasonic GX1 vs. Sony NEX 5N vs. Olympus E PL3

comparison review of Panasonic GX1
Panasonic GX1 specification comparison review: Panasonic GX1 vs. Sony NEX 5N vs Olympys E PL3, does Panasonic GX1 have enough features to beat Sony NEX 5N and Olympus E PL3? Read the Specification Comparison review and get your answer.

Panasonic GX1 vs Sony NEX 5N vs Olympus NEX 5N
Sensor: The sensor of Sony NEX 5N is 16.1 MP Exmor APS HD CMOS image sensor, Sony NEX 5N Sensor is bigger and better,  you get more Dynamic range and better low light performance compared to Panasonic GX1 and Olympus E PL3.

Image processor: the brain of Sony NEX 5N is fast compared to Panasonic GX1 and Olympus E PL3, The new image processor in Sony NEX 5N is a refined version of Sony’s BIONZ image processor.
The Sony New BIONZ image processor enables fast processing for up to 10 fps continuous shooting of data-intensive 16.1 megapixel images, 2D/3D Sweep Panorama modes and 6 image layering.

Auto Focus: The Olympus E PL3 offers 35 separate focus points that are spread over nearly the entire sensor, The Sony NEX 5N offers 25 AF point and Panasonic GX1 offers 23 AF Point.

The 35 AF points of Olympus helps you for pin-point accurate focusing on small subjects wherever they appear in the frame. Selectable 3×3 groups within the 35-point area are especially effective when shooting active subjects.

Manual Focus: The Sony NEX 5N offers peaking AF Display for Manual AF, It make manual focusing much easier by highlighting the edges that are in focus in your choice of three colors (white, red, or yellow).

ISO Rating: The Sony NEX 5N offers large APS-C Sensor and 25600 MAX ISO range, better than the Panasonic GX1 and Olympus E P3.

Sony’s BIONZ image processor chroma noise reduction delivers high-resolution, low-noise photos even at ISO 25600 sensitivity.

Shutter Range: The Olympus E PL3 and Panasonic GX1 offers a bit more Min shutter range compared to Sony NEX 5N.

Image Stabilization: Olympus E PL3 offers in camera sensor shift image stabilization, it helps while shooting with prime lenses in low light condition.

Continuous shooting: Sony NEX 5N offers 10 Shot/Sec speed, better compared Olympus E PL3 and Panasonic GX1.

Movie Mode: All the three Mirrorless camera offers Full HD Video recording at 60fps.

Display / LCD: The Sony NEX 5N offers high resolution 3” 921K dots Tilting Touch Screen LCD, The TruBlack screen includes a special resin layer to suppress internal reflections, increasing contrast compared to conventional LCDs. Sunny Weather mode boosts visibility even further in bright sunlight.

Batter Life: According to CIPA standard you capture 430 shots on a single charge with Sony lithium ion Stamina battery power, Sony NEX 5N offers longest battery life compared to Panasonic GX1 and Olympus E PL3.

Conclusion: Sony NEX 5N is a clear winner, if you are looking forward to Mirrorless camera, go ahead and buy the Sony NEX 5N. It’s worth the money.

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Buy Panasonic GX1 || Buy Olympus E PL3