The Sony A7r II is a monster of a camera. Pegged as the world’s first back-illuminated 35mm full-frame CMOS image sensor with 42.4 megapixels, the A7r II offers up to ISO 102400 and 5-axis image stabilization with native 4K video. Of course none of this means the A7r II is the perfect camera. For one, the camera lacks a Full HD slow motion videos or flip out screen like other Alpha cameras. After the jump, Sony US manager Mark Weir offers up an explanation to those and other questions.
The Sony A7r II is the newest, full-frame camera from the electronic giant that offers a magnitude of features for professionals. Offering a CMOS 42.4-megapixel sensor, the A7r II takes image resolution, sensitivity (up to ISO 102400) and speedy response to new heights while a 5-axis image stabilization reduces blur which otherwise tends to affect handheld shots. With 4K video and uncompressed RAW photos, there’s little the A7r II can’t capture in the purist form.
In short, this camera, appropriately priced at $3,200 for just the body, on paper has everything a videographer would dream of, but does it translate? In short, an astonishing yes. After the jump a 4K sample video (at night, nonetheless) that shows what the Sony A7r II can deliver and it’s simply magnificent.
Just yesterday, we brought you sample video from the newly released Sony RX100 IV. For those unaware, the RX100 IV has a few unique features like the ability to shoot HFR videos in super smooth (960 fps) that’s capable of showcasing a spinning firework in vivid detail like never before. After the jump, we have a different kind of sample video – slow motion up to 1000 fps and simply breathtaking.
Early previews of the Sony RX100 IV are already praising the camera’s incredible 1-inch stacked sensor alongside its ability of
high frame-rate video at up to a staggering 1,000 frames per second.
Specifically, thanks to the camera’s ability to capture HFR videos, users can shoot frame rates of 960/1000fps, 480/500fps, or 240/250fps (NTSC/PAL), depending on which is most suitable for them. After the jump, we have a Sony RX100 IV sample video in 960fps. In short, fireworks plus smooth video equals a thing of beauty.
To a great many, every point-and-shoot camera has been practically the same thing in the last decade with little innovation. In the past few years, Sony has been hard at pushing the boundaries of what a portable camera is and the amount of technology it’s able to give to would be photographers. The Sony RX100 IV is one such camera that offers a 1-inch sensor in your pocket.
This not only is a great achievement on its own, but one that even many DSLR cameras don’t yet rival. Before giving this a further read, I’d recommend that you look over our RX100 IV feature guide and picture gallery for some context. Once finished with that, you can find a few preliminary reviews on the RX100 after the jump.
While come July 28th, those in Europe will get to enjoy the new and insanely powerful 42-megapixel Sony A7r II, those of us who live in the US will simply have to be content with reading the 104 page owners manual or, at best, pre-ordering the new full-frame camera. While still unconfirmed by Sony, two major retailers have let the camera’s ship date slip – and it’s not that far off!
The Sony A7r II is already available in Europe for pre-order with orders being fulfilled by months end and a North American release in the next month. The powerful new mirrorless DSLR provides an extensive amount of features that are aimed for the most dedicated of photographers. That is to say that the A7r II isn’t aimed at pro-consumer photographers, and its $3,200 price tag reflects that. As a quick recap, a few of the A7r II highlights include
Luckily, if you want to know the ins and outs of this new beast from Sony, you won’t have to own one.
If you’ve been waiting for Sony’s latest, the A7r II or the RX10 II and live in Europe then listen up. Both cameras are officially available for purchase with the A7r II carrying a £2,799.00 ($3,199.99) for just the body. As a recap, the Sony A7r II offers
More details, including the RX100 II after the jump.
With each new iteration, a multitude of new features and spec upgrades tend to come to Sony’s camera lineup. The RX100 IV is no different, now offering 4K and super slow-motion video recording a super fast shutter which allows for extra crisp photos when shooting moving objects and the ability to capture great detail in the sun. But there’s a lot more to know about the RX100 IV.
After the jump, our Sony RX100 IV feature guide fills you in on 23 things that Sony wants you to know about their latest camera.
The Sony RX100 IV is gearing up to be a monster compact-camera that offers some robust features like 4K movies, slow motion videos at 960fps and super high speed photos on the other end, thanks to its 1/32000 sec. super-high-speed shutter. Because of its high speed shutter, the RX100 IV is also capable of recording in the brightest conditions without your pictures looking overblown. For those wanting more details, you can read about the Sony RX100 IV specs here.
After the jump, a picture gallery awaits you which shows off the camera from different angles.
E3 aside, where Sony had what some are already calling the best press conference of all time, Sony Electronics has been busy as well with new cameras. Just last week, the Sony RX100 IV was unveiled which features a world first 1-inch stacked CMOS sensor which offers 40x super slow motion which allows you to record movies up to 960fps or super-high-speed 1/32000 sec. which is ideal for sporting events and moving targets.
Alongside the RX100 IV, Sony also unveiled the A7R II, a 42.4-megapixel back-illuminated Exmor R full-frame CMOS sensor powered monster of a camera. After the event, Sony sat down for some interviews where they discussed topics like uncompressed RAW, 4K video, and why 42-megapixels was selected over say a more round number like 50-megapixels.
Those answers after the jump.
If you’ve been contemplating purchasing a Sony camera then I’d say hold off just a bit longer. Sony has just announced an array of pro-consumer cameras that will be sure to catch your eye. The first of them is the Sony RX100 IV. Following in the footsteps of the original models which brought a 1-inch sensor to your pocket, Sony is at it once again with another world first, a 1-inch stacked CMOS sensor.
Details about that after the jump.
Just looking at the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V specs, you’ll likely walk away impressed, but, as we all know, specs only tell part of the story. With the HX90V, Sony wants you to rethink the lack of a compact camera in your life by offering a few things that your smartphone will likely never be able to. This includes an impressive 30x optical zoom which extends to 60x digital zoom with a 18.2-megapixel Exmor R CMOS sensor that’s sure to give you crisp photos, even in low light. But the HX90V also takes a few cues from smartphones, like including GPS for Geotagging photos and videos.
What truly sets the Sony HX90V apart from any smartphone and even most compact cameras is its retractable electronic viewfinder, which makes taking photos/filming a much easier affair in the sun. If you’re ‘oohing and ahhing” like me, then hit the ‘Read More’ button for a few more pictures of this beauty.
Last week, Sony announced their latest compact cameras, the Cyber-shot HX90V and the WX500. We’ve already brought to you the HX90V specs which you’ll find nearly identical between the two cameras. That means you can expect the same phenomenal 30x optical zoom (60x digital zoom), built-in GPS, NFC, and 180-degree tilt LCD for your selfies. The only difference is a lack of pop-up viewfinder though you’ll have your choice of colors: red, white, or black. After the jump, the Sony Cyber-shot WX500 specs await you.
Earlier this week, Sony announced the Cyber-shot HX90V. While a compact camera these days isn’t nearly as sexy as a new smartphone, what makes the HX90V impressive is its zoom. Featuring a compact design, the new Cyber-shot offers a mind-bending 30x optical zoom and 60x digital zoom, something no smartphone can match. Alongside that zoom is an 18.2-megapixel Exmor R CMOS sensor that’s ready to take whatever you throw at it. After the jump, we have the full HX90V specs for your reading pleasure that breaks down the soon-to-be-released compact camera.
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