Cameras and Camcorders

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V Picture Gallery

by Sohrab Osati | May 12, 2015 | 2 comments

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.

Beautiful Photos Taken on a Sony Alpha a7R

by Sohrab Osati | May 1, 2015 | 0 comments

We all have our jobs that help pay the rent and then we all have hobbies. For myself, SRN is that hobby and passion that doesn’t pay the bills, but it’s a ton of fun to do. John Wilhelm is an IT professional by day but when that shift ends, turns into photographer extraordinaire. Armed with various Sony gear like

Sony Alpha a7R
Sony Sonnar T* FE 35mm f/2.8
Sony Sonnar T* FE 55mm f/1.8
Sony Vario-Tessar T* FE 16-35mm f/4
Sony Vario-Tessar T* FE 24-70mm f/4
Sony FE 70-200mm f/4

John sets out on some of the most magical adventures possible with his family and has some glorious pictures to show for them. If you’re even mildly amused by the above photo, a whole gallery awaits you after the jump.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500 Specs

by Sohrab Osati | Apr 22, 2015 | 0 comments

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.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V Specs

by Sohrab Osati | Apr 17, 2015 | 0 comments

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.

New Sony RX100 With Larger Sensor On the Horizon?

by Sohrab Osati | Apr 16, 2015 | 0 comments

Chock this up purely under the rumor category, but it’s believed that Sony is looking to update the RX100 in the near future, which by itself shouldn’t be a shocker. It’s believed that the next revision will offer a larger sensor than the current model and in doing so, will be slightly larger in size. Backing up the rumors is a new listing by Sony which features two new Four Thirds sized sensors with 16-megapixels and 20-megapixels.

More after the jump.

Meet the Sony Cyber-shot WX500 (updated)

by Sohrab Osati | Apr 15, 2015 | 4 comments

Alongside the Cyber-shot HX90V, Sony also unveiled the Cyber-shot WX500 to join its nimble fleet of compact cameras. If from the front you can’t tell the difference between the HX90V and WX500, don’t worry, it’s not you. Besides sharing a near identical shell, the WX500 also provides near identical specs as the more expensive HX90V.

So what’s the difference between the two units and why is there a price difference? Details after the jump.

Meet the Sony Cyber-shot HX90V with 30x Optical Zoom

by Sohrab Osati | Apr 14, 2015 | 0 comments

While many of us, including yours truly, have mostly replaced digital cameras, especially a compact camera like the Cyber-shot series from Sony, with a smartphone, we all still wish from time to time that we had one. With the just-announced Cyber-shot HX90V, Sony wants you to rethink the lack of a compact camera in your life by offering a few things that your smartphone simply can’t. That includes a beefy 30x optical zoom and 60x digital zoom with a 18.2-megapixel Exmor R CMOS sensor.

If you’re interested, more details about the Sony Cyber-shot HX90V await you after the jump.

Sony Announces 4 Full-frame E-mount Lenses, 2 New Ultra-wide & Fisheye Converters

by Sohrab Osati | Mar 4, 2015 | 0 comments

Continuing its assault on old dominant players like Canon and Nikon, Sony has announced four new full-frame E-mount lenses. Designed for the Sony a7 cameras, these new lenses include a ZEISS Distagon T FE 35mm F1.4 ZA wide angle lens, an FE 90mm F2.8 Macro G OSS lens, an FE 24-240mm F3.5-6.3 OSS hi-magnification zoom lens and an FE 28mm F2 wide angle prime lens.

More details after the jump.

Sony to Invest $805 Million to Increase CMOS Image Sensor Production

by Sohrab Osati | Feb 3, 2015 | 0 comments

On the heels of announcing the closure of the Japanese Sony Semiconductor Oita Technology Center, the plant responsible for the Cell processor and RSX chip inside the PS3, Sony has revealed a hefty invest plan. According to their press release, Sony will be investing $805 million (approximately 105 billion yen) in their Nagasaki TEC and Yamagata TEC plants. These two factories are responsible for Sony’s CMOS image sensor production which powers the company’s imaging division. Beyond Sony’s own fleet of smartphones and DSLR, Sony has been ever expanding its reach into the medical space by utilizing their image sensors and 3D technology to create better scanners and other related equipment for doctors. Apple has also been one of Sony’s largest clients and has been using Sony sensors in their smartphone lineup since the iPhone 4S.

So what does Sony hope to achieve with their hefty investment? Let’s talk after the jump.

Sony 4K Action Cam Specs (FDR-X1000V)

by Sohrab Osati | Jan 16, 2015 | 0 comments

Just last week, we showed off Sony’s SteadyShot image stabilization technology in their Action Cam lineup from the CES 2015 show floor and earlier this week, we gave you an in depth look at the Sony 4K Action Cam FDR-X1000V. While our overview goes into detail about what you can expect the POV camera to over, it doesn’t include some of the finer details like dimensions, video formats, and more. Just as a recap, some features of the 4K Action Cam include:

Professional 4K (3840 x 2160) video recording with up to 240p HD / 120p Full HD
SteadyShot™ image stabilization works from bikes to aerial shot and more
Control up to 5 Action Cam via phone or LiveView™ Remote3
Splash proof body with universal tripod mount
Built-in stereo mic for quality sound with wind noise reduction
Automatically creates highlight video in MP4 from multiple clips
Loop recording prevents running out of memory card
Live stream your video via Ustream
Advanced manual control allows flexibility in movie expression
Ultra wide up to 170° pro quality f/2.8 bright ZEISS® lens

After the jump, you’ll find the Sony 4K Action Cam specs.

Meet the Sony 4K Action Cam (FDR-X1000V)

by Sohrab Osati | Jan 12, 2015 | 2 comments

At CES 2015, Sony continued to show their commitment to 4K by making the ultra high resolution format more affordable and available on a larger variety of devices. Ironically, in this article, we’ll be introducing to you one of the smallest ways to record 4K content. Enter the Sony 4K Action Cam FDR-X100V. As the name suggests, this small POV camera is capable of recording native 4K while still fitting in the palm of your hand. Best of all, the camera is jam packed with features that will help you get the best footage possible, no matter if it’s shot in 4K or 1080p.

Details after the jump.

Using NFC to Transfer Photos Between Sony Cameras and Smartphones

by Sohrab Osati | Jan 8, 2015 | 0 comments

At CES 2015, Sony was showing off new ways to use NFC between their devices. As shown in the video above, the Sony Xperia Z3 was able to act as the viewfinder and control for the Sony Alpha with a simple tap. Beyond controlling the camera, the Sony Alpha will also send a lower resolution picture to the Xperia Z3 for easy sharing.

Want the high resolution photo? You can also easily transfer that with just one tap.

Comparing the Sony Action Cam With SteadyShot Turned On and Off

by Sohrab Osati | Jan 8, 2015 | 0 comments

At CES 2015, Sony was showing off their SteadyShot technology which helps reduce shaky videos. Offered in their lineup of Action Cam MP4 cameras, Sony mounted two units side by side on a bike handle with a vibrating plate underneath them to simulate a bike ride. The video above shows SteadyShot on (monitor on the left) and SteadyShot off (monitor on the right) on the Sony Action Cam, which can be utilized even when recording at 1080p 120fps.

As you can see from the video above, the outcome is quite remarkable.

Sony Showcases Their Mobile Products Underwater

by Allegra Osati | Jan 7, 2015 | 0 comments

Though it’s a far cry from an underwater store in Dubai, Sony brought their full line of waterproof devices to CES 2015 and put them on display in a tank of water. Products shown include the Sony SmartWatch 3, SmartBand Talk, Xperia Z3, and Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact. Enjoy your trip to ~~Dubai~~ Las Vegas in the video above!

Meet the Sony FDR-AX33 Camcorder – “4K for 1K”

by Allegra Osati | Jan 6, 2015 | 8 comments

4K has become more affordable. You may remember the slogan from last year – “4K for 2K.” That saying received an update by Sony Electronics President and COO Mike Fasulo on the Sony press conference stage on Monday. Now boasting “4K for 1K,” Sony has brought 4K into an entirely new price point and demograph. The new Sony FDR-AX33 4k HandyCam camcorder brings with it a 30% smaller and 20% lighter design at half the price of the AX100.

We got hands on with the camcorder at the Sony booth at CES 2015 – check out the video above to get an inside look at the FDR-AX33.