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Sony A77, Sony A65, NEX 7, and NEX-5N Specification Leaked

Sony Alpha A77 Specification

Sony a77 specs:

  • 24.3 MP Exmor CMOS sensor
  • ISO 100-16000, with an ISO 50 option
  • Video recording at 1920 x 1080 60p/24p
  • New Bionz image processor
  • 19 points AF sensor with 11 cross sensors
  • Continuous AF during video recording
  • Built-in image stabilization
  • 12 fps with continuous AF
  • 1/8000 shutter speed
  • New smart teleconverter function with 1.4x and 2.0x option
  • OLED viewfinder with 100% coverage
  • 921k tiltable LCD
  • 11 picture modes and 15 picture effects
  • Built-in flash
  • GPS support
  • 2D/3D sweep panorama function
  • Face recognition
  • Battery life: over 500 shots
  • Weather sealed magnesium alloy body
  • Weight: less than 700 g
  • New option vertical grip

Sony a65 specs:

  • Similar body design like the a77
  • 15 points AF sensor with 3 cross sensors
  • 10 fps
  • Max shutter: 1/4000 sec
  • Weight: less than 600 g
  • Remaining specs similar to a77

Sony NEX-7 specs:

  • 24.3 MP Exmor sensor
  • ISO range: 100-16000
  • 1920×1080 60p/60i/24p AVCHD video recording
  • XGA OLED viewfinder
  • 3″ 921k dots TruBlack LCD display
  • 10 fps
  • HDR functionality
  • Built-in flash
  • Battery life: over 400 shots
  • Magnesium alloy body
  • Improved startup time and AF speed


Sony NEX-5N specs:

  • 16.1 MP Exmor senor
  • Bionz processor
  • max shutter speed; 1/4000
  • ISO range: 100-25600
  • 1920×1080 60p/60i/24p AVCHD video recording
  • 10 fps
  • 10x digital zoom
  • 3D sweep panorama
  • Anti dust system
  • Programmable buttons
  • Battery life: over 430 shots
  • Weight: around 200 g

 

Leaked Images of Sony NEX 7, NEX 5N, and more

Few days ago we have seen the leaked images of Sony A77 camera, Now its time for NEX 7 and NEX 5N, On Aug 24 Sony is expected to announce Sony A77, Sony A65, Sony NEX 7, NEX 5N, and new camcorders and other accessories. Sony may also announce three new E mount lenses: 24mm f/1.8, 50mm f/1.8 and 55-210 f/4.5-6.3, I will post Update as soon as I get any details about the new lenses.

Image of Sony NEX 7

Image of Sony NEX 5N

New vertical grip C77AM with dust and moisture protection

Sony 16-50mm f/2.8 SSM

src-Photorumors

Sony Announcement on August 24

According to sonyalpharumors [SR5] the Sony next big announcement date is August 24 or 25, the expected products to be announced are Sony A77, Sony A65, Sony NEX-7, NEX-5N and VG20 and the new Lenses 16-50mm f/2.8 SSM, 24mm f/1.7 Zeiss E-mount lens and 50mm and 55-210mm on August 23/24!

Sony NEX-7 Specification

New NEX-7 specification appeared on sonyalpharumors (SR3) website,  Read more about Sony NEX-7

  • 24 Megapixel Sensor
  • ISO 100-25.600
  • Metal body
  • New Fast contrast autofocus
  • Built-in 3 million dot OLED viewfinder
  • 24p HD-video
  • Pop-up flash

Surprise to see No-Full HD on NEX-7, yes may be a typo error.

Olympus E-P3 vs Sony NEX-C3

Olympus E-P3 vs Sony NEX C3, which one is more better and why? Will you pay approx $250 extra to buy Olympus E-P3? Read the comparison review below and share your thoughts with us

Advantages of Sony NEX-C3 over Olympus E-P3: Sony NEX C3 features 16megapixel APS-C sensor, Bigger sensor and more megapixel will give you a better dynamic range compared to E-P3, Sony NEX C3 features 5.5 fps of Continuous Shooting speed, Olympus is limited to 3fps only. Sony NEX C3 features tilting LCD whereas Olympus offers you Fixed OLED touch screen and finally about the price, Sony NEX C3 kit available only at $649, approx $250 less than Olympus E-P3.

Advantages of Olympus E-P3 over Sony NEX-C3: With 35 AF points Olympus features faster AF speed compared to Sony NEX C3, Olympus also feature In-body sensor shift Image stabilization, better movie mode and OLED Touch Screen.

Sony NEX-C3 Price and Stock Status
Olympus E-P3 Price and Stock Status

Photo Tools Comparison  – Sony NEX C3 vs Olympus E-P3

Sony NEX c3 offers A new in-camera ‘Picture Effect’ setting lets users add extra impact to stills or HD video during shooting, without the worry of editing images afterwards. A total of 9 ‘Picture Effect’ options available in Sony NEX C3 which include Partial Color, Retro Photo, Pop Color, High Contrast Monochrome, Posterization, High-key and Toy Camera. There’s also a ‘Soft Skin’ effect that removes wrinkles and blemishes from portrait subjects.

(3D) Multi-Shot Imaging Technologies in Sony NEX C3: Sony’s Advanced multi-shot technologies further broaden the possibilities of the NEX-C3 camera. 3D Sweep Panorama™ mode captures extra-wide images that can be viewed in 3D on a 3D television with compatible 3D glasses.

Olympus E-P3 Art Filters : The Olympus PEN E-P3 features 10 Art Filters: Diorama, Pop Art, Soft Focus, Pale & Light Color, Light Tone, Grainy Film, Pin Hole, Cross Process, Gentle Sepia and Dramatic Tone. The camera also features nine Art Filter variations and enhancements, including new Pale & Light Color II, and five Art Filter Effects, including new Star Light and White Edge. The new Art Filter Bracketing function helps you develop multiple pictures utilizing different Art Filters with a single shot, making it possible to experiment with several different photographic effects at the same time. Photographers can use Art Filters in all shooting modes: shutter priority, aperture priority, manual and program auto modes for expanded control. All Art Filters can be applied to both still shots and Standard Definition or HD movies. 

Conclusion: Olympus E-P3 is overall perfect camera for still images and video shooting whereas NEX C3 is made for still shooters with a bigger sensor and better dynamic range compared to Olympus E-P3. Go for NEX C3 if you are a still shooter otherwise you have to pay $250 extra for better movie mode and FAST AF speed.

Sony NEX-C3 Price and Stock Status
Olympus E-P3 Price and Stock Status

Sony NEX PRO - NEX Styled Alpha Camera?

According to Sony alpha rumors [SR], The Upcoming Sony NEX PRO may use Alpha Lenses (A Mount Lenses), So we may see a new Alpha Style NEX Camera very soon. Sony NEX-7 Update – Sony NEX-7 will use the Same 24 megapixel Sony A77 sensor and NEX-7 will be announced along the A77 in late August 2011.

Pentax Q vs. Sony NEX-C3

Sony NEX-C3 have bigger and better sensor, Pentax Q features Full HD recording and In body Image stabilization, Which one is more better? Read the Pentax Q vs. Sony NEX-C3 comparison Review and find out yourself.

Advantages of the Sony NEX C3 over Pentax Q: Sony NEX-C3 features 16.2 Mp APS-C Sensor, the bigger NEX C3 Sensor will give you more megapixel and dynamic range while shooting, The NEX-C3 features 25 AF Points with Multi-segment (49 segment Honeycomb pattern), The Continuous Shooting of NEX is 0.5 Sec faster compared to Pentax Q, ISO speed ranges up to 12800 and creates less noise compared to Pentax Q under low light condition. The Sony NEX C3 Comes with Tilting 3″ LCD with 920,000 Screen Dots and available only at $649 with kit lens.

Advantages of the Pentax Q over Sony NEX-C3: Pentax Q features In body Image stabilization and captures Full HD 1920 X 1080 @ 60 fps.

Conclusion: The Sony features bigger sensor, good ISO range and Tilting 3″ LCD  at lower cost, Pentax Q features in Body IS and Full HD Recording at 30 fps,  We highly recommend you to buy Sony NEX C3 if you are still shooter, but if you want a good movie mode in your first compact Mirror-less DSLR go for Pentax Q.

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