The Amazing Sony A1/A7/A9/APS-C & Anything else welcome Mega Thread!

[woof woof]

As it's quiet.

Two more pictures from Whitby.

A7 and Syoptic 50mm at f1.1. I forgot to select ISO 50 so unfortunately the camera went to 1/8,000 and still couldn't quite cope so I had to fiddle more in post capture. Silly me. I must try to remember to go to ISO 50 when needed.

 

[snerkler]

IF they’re going to do an update I do hope to god it’s more than just this, imagine the backlash They’d be better off not doing one if that’s all.

Sony says that they got the message about the “firmware complains” and the A1 and A7sIII will soon get Monitor & Control app support | sonyalpharumors

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pSdkO5tureA Lensvid had a chat with Mr. Yann Salmon-Legagneur, Head of Imaging Products & Solutions Marketing. If you are focused on future products, this interview isn't giving any info about that. But at the end of the video the manager at least recognized that...

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[ancient_mariner]

It would be nice if they could do something for A7III owners too - it's not like we just bought software.

 

[Icee]

IF they’re going to do an update I do hope to god it’s more than just this, imagine the backlash They’d be better off not doing one if that’s all.

Sony says that they got the message about the “firmware complains” and the A1 and A7sIII will soon get Monitor & Control app support | sonyalpharumors

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pSdkO5tureA Lensvid had a chat with Mr. Yann Salmon-Legagneur, Head of Imaging Products & Solutions Marketing. If you are focused on future products, this interview isn't giving any info about that. But at the end of the video the manager at least recognized that...

www.sonyalpharumors.com

If there’s a firmware update for the A1 I hope it’s more than that too.

 

[woof woof]

I've been looking for another manual 35mm to play with. I haven't used my film era ones for a while and although the Voigtlander 35mm f1.4 has probably been my most used lens I've used the Pergear f1.4 more recently. I also have a film era rangefinder Voigtlander 35mm f2.5 Color Skopar which I need to use more. Anyway. I just fancy another but I can't see another Sony mount one and M mount or screw ones sometimes don't work so well and can have long minimum focus distances.

I suppose one obvious one could be the Zeiss Loxia f2 but they've never appealed to me and over at Fred Miranda he says that the rendering of the Voigtlander 35mm f1.4 is the same from f2.

If anyone can think of anything I've missed.

 

[gjhill]

I am awaiting delivery of a TTartisans 25mm f2, I know it’s for Aps-C but it was impossible to let it go when it was under £40.

 

[woof woof]

I am awaiting delivery of a TTartisans 25mm f2, I know it’s for Aps-C but it was impossible to let it go when it was under £40.

I have the very similar FF TTArtisan 50mm f2.

I'm sure you'll enjoy the 25mm f2. I hope you'll post your thoughts.

The main issues with the 50mm f2 seem to be massive vignetting and mushy corners, maybe these wont be issues with the APS-C lens.

 

[gjhill]

I have the very similar FF TTArtisan 50mm f2.

I got that too, hopefully will make a nice lightweight walking set up

 

[woof woof]

Ah. I see.

What will these be used on?

 

[gjhill]

Ah. I see.

What will these be used on?

A7 original, it’s arrived , I had same lens for the xpro1 but focus peaking on the Fuji is pants, much better on the sony
now just to wait for the rain to stop for more than 2 minutes

 

[woof woof]

Good stuff.

I'll be interested in what you think of that 25mm f2.

As you may have noticed I use manual lenses quite a bit.

While I'm here A7 and Syoptic 50mm f1.1.

Into the glare.



Looking back to the pier from the rocks.



A better view of the bridge thingy.



Fossil thingy.

 

[Icee]

I have just raided my bank and bought a Sony 24-105 f4. I have been using a old 28-70 as I tend to use long lens the most but though I I'm using the A1 I need a good lens on the front and the 24-105 gets a good review.

 

[gjhill]

Good stuff.

I'll be interested in what you think of that 25mm f2.

As you may have noticed I use manual lenses quite a bit.

While I'm here A7 and Syoptic 50mm f1.1.

Into the glare.



Looking back to the pier from the rocks.



A better view of the bridge thingy.



Fossil thingy.

I will post here and on the manual lens thread when I manage to dodge the hefty showers and get some photography time

 

[woof woof]

I will post here and on the manual lens thread when I manage to dodge the hefty showers and get some photography time

I've used my A7 and indeed all my cameras in every kind of weather and it may be just luck but I've never had any problems

 

[gjhill]

I've used my A7 and indeed all my cameras in every kind of weather and it may be just luck but I've never had any problems

Camera will probably be fine
Dont know about me though

 

[woof woof]

Camera will probably be fine
Dont know about me though

I was once on Saltburn beach and it was so windy my screen protector blew off and nearly took my eye with it. So there's that

 

[gjhill]

Really suffering from this dose of covid at the moment , here’s a couple of testing shots using the TTartisans 25mm on A7

First the making room , named by grandkids



second 2 of my collection of 3 sheds not all full of my stuff , honest



looks ok so far

 

[woof woof]

We had a brief in the back of the car picknick at the seaside. It was a bit dull and blowing a gale

A7 and Pergear 35mm f1.4, just shooting f8 and hyperfocally. Pretty dull pictures really but I thought... the thread is quite quiet so post them

Towards Redcar and the wind farm.



Towards Saltburn, sand blowing on the beach.



To the windfarm again because I liked the grass



One last one to show more sand blowing on the beach.



It is IMO a cheapo lens well worth a look if you like cheap MF lenses

 

[snerkler]

Just had this email come through

 

[SDK^]

It's going to need to be amazing, to get me to swap my compact and light Tamron 70-180mm out my bag.

--------Sony 70-200 G2 ----------------------- New Sigma 70-200 --------------------Tamron 70-180

 

[Faldrax]

It's going to need to be amazing, to get me to swap my compact and light Tamron 70-180mm out my bag.

--------Sony 70-200 G2 ----------------------- New Sigma 70-200 --------------------Tamron 70-180

I don't think that anyone who has either the existing Tamron or Sony options will switch to it, but depending on pricing it might be a strong contender for new buyers.
The current Sigma 70-200 f/2.8 Sport for Canon / Nikon DSLR is £1089 - that's obviously for a lens that's been out a while, but if the new version came in at say £1400-£1500, then it might be a very tempting alternative - significantly cheaper than the Sony, but with a similar feature set and IQ?

 

[LeeRatters]

Andromeda, Glastonbury Tor


*** by Lee, on Flickr

 

[Raymond Lin]

What does it look like with the hood off…? Because it looks to be same size as the Sony?

 

[nandbytes]

What does it look like with the hood off…? Because it looks to be same size as the Sony?

Sony isn't the smallest one though. They have gone with design that's internal zooming and compatibility with TCs. Makes it larger. But it's the lightest one at the moment.
So will be interesting to see how much sigma weighs

 

[woof woof]

A rumor is coming.

Hardly the second coming or world peace but for those with a little time to spare at 15:00 this could be vaguely interesting.

TEASER: new rumor to be posted at 15:00 London time today | sonyalpharumors

https://youtu.be/1XdeiyHO7nc It's the start of a new series of rumors...today I will share when Sony will have the next big announcement day ;) To not miss any future rumors subscribe our Newsletter and social networks: Social Networks: Subscribe my youtube channel: Usually I do post the rumors...

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[woof woof]

Fancy a Leica instant camera?

Leica announces Sofort 2, an instant camera with on-demand printing and built-in storage

Leica updates its Sofort instant camera line with a new version that adds built-in storage, a second shutter button and Leica Fotos app support.

www.dpreview.com

Ah, I see it's a reboxed Fuji for people who must have a Leica.

 

[Raymond Lin]

Sony isn't the smallest one though. They have gone with design that's internal zooming and compatibility with TCs. Makes it larger. But it's the lightest one at the moment.
So will be interesting to see how much sigma weighs

My pet peeve is people comparing them when it’s not a level playing field, aka, showing them in the same way, at least take the hood off.

 

[ancient_mariner]

Fancy a Leica instant camera?

It's hard to imagine anything more silly.

 

[Raymond Lin]

It's hard to imagine anything more silly.

Challenge accepted!

 

[nandbytes]

My pet peeve is people comparing them when it’s not a level playing field, aka, showing them in the same way, at least take the hood off.

yeah, consistency isn't one of size comparison sites' strong points

 

[woof woof]

It's hard to imagine anything more silly.

I can see how the Fuji ones can appeal but this Leica reminds me of the rebadged Panasonic cameras. I just can't imagine why people are willing to pay way over the odds for a rebranded bit of kit.

 

[Raymond Lin]

It's hard to imagine anything more silly.

And I’ve found the answer.

Casablanca Made an $8,500 Recolor of the Contax G2, Promptly Sold Out

Plenty of people saw the value in the recolored camera from 1996.

petapixel.com

 

[ancient_mariner]

And I’ve found the answer.

Casablanca Made an $8,500 Recolor of the Contax G2, Promptly Sold Out

Plenty of people saw the value in the recolored camera from 1996.

petapixel.com

At least it was relatively unique and capable of taking worthwhile pictures - not something I would apply to the Instax.

 

[woof woof]

And I’ve found the answer.

Casablanca Made an $8,500 Recolor of the Contax G2, Promptly Sold Out

Plenty of people saw the value in the recolored camera from 1996.

petapixel.com

My Gosh.

It may be a great camera but that is IMO one awful colour job.

I think you win Raymond.

 

[trevorbray]

Lovely soft light yesterday.
Thought I'd get some Portraits of my dog, Brody.
50mm GM f1.2
Wasn't till after i'd taken this that I spotted he'd rolled in something Soft and Nasty.
Garden hose needed when we returned home.

1
Brody-after rolling in soft and nasty by Trevor, on Flickr

These taken on a previous walk.
35GM

2
I'm waiting-2 by Trevor, on Flickr

3
I'm waiting by Trevor, on Flickr

And to prove he's not my only subject, alcohol is another interest..
4
The Bricklayers Arms by Trevor, on Flickr

Last 3 pictures from the A7R5
Really pleased with the output from this camera, I've been looking very seriously at another Fuji GFX.
No question I'd like one. But....

nod to @Mr Perceptive @imattersuk

 

[nandbytes]

Clifton cameras have the new 70-200mm f4 ii for £1388.

Sony FE 70-200mm F4 G OSS II Lens | Clifton Cameras

The Sony FE 70-200mm f4 G OSS II lens is perfect for shooting sports or wildlife for photographers and videographers alike. Get yours now at Clifton Cameras.

www.cliftoncameras.co.uk

I'm super tempted. I know some people have bought from clifton cameras before. good service?

 

[Bungieben]

One motorcycle sold might keep the other.
That covers the cost of,,,
Sony A1
70-200 F2.8 GMII
FE 100-400 GM
FE 200-600 G
1x spare battery
2x Pergear type A 270g
Zeiss cleaning kit
Lowpro 500 AWII bag (still scouring net)

100-400 and 200-600 lot of thought but I have Mallory Donnington Middleton lakes Kingsbury waterpark couple of small airfields all within 20 mins to name a few wish i could find info which lens would most likely be updated first.

That'll keep me occupied for a bit then to follow i have decided on

16-35 2.8 GMII
24-70 2.8 GMII
maybe 1.4 tc

Just waiting on what Black Friday will bring

 

[woof woof]

As my circumstances have now changed I may get to go on holiday to Thailand next year. It'll be my first holiday since August 2019. Of course I'd rather things were back to how they were but that's not an option, those days are gone and I have to adjust to a new life.

I've taken my A7 and Sony 35mm f2.8 on every holiday since I got it but I'm considering taking the Pergear 35mm f1.4 instead for the extra light gathering for low light pictures. I don't think the lack of AF will be a worry for me as the vast majority of my pictures are scenic and posed or at the most slow moving and hyperfocal and zone are possibilities in good light and peaking can be quite a help at wide apertures.

 

[snerkler]

Tempting anyone?

The new Tamron 17-50mm f/4 will start shipping out from October 19 | sonyalpharumors

Tamron shared more details about the new 17-50mm f/4 lens. We still have no pricing but the lens will start shipping out on October 19. Those are the specs: October 19, 2023 Format: Full size Mount: E Model: A068 Focal length: 17-50mm Aperture value: F4-F22 Aperture blades: 9 circular apertures...

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Clifton cameras have the new 70-200mm f4 ii for £1388.

Sony FE 70-200mm F4 G OSS II Lens | Clifton Cameras

The Sony FE 70-200mm f4 G OSS II lens is perfect for shooting sports or wildlife for photographers and videographers alike. Get yours now at Clifton Cameras.

www.cliftoncameras.co.uk

I'm super tempted. I know some people have bought from clifton cameras before. good service?

Used them several times, no complaints from me.

One motorcycle sold might keep the other.
That covers the cost of,,,
Sony A1
70-200 F2.8 GMII
FE 100-400 GM
FE 200-600 G
1x spare battery
2x Pergear type A 270g
Zeiss cleaning kit
Lowpro 500 AWII bag (still scouring net)

100-400 and 200-600 lot of thought but I have Mallory Donnington Middleton lakes Kingsbury waterpark couple of small airfields all within 20 mins to name a few wish i could find info which lens would most likely be updated first.

That'll keep me occupied for a bit then to follow i have decided on

16-35 2.8 GMII
24-70 2.8 GMII
maybe 1.4 tc

Just waiting on what Black Friday will bring

The 100-400mm is older than the 200-600mm therefore you would think it would be updated first, however AFAIK there's not even been talk of a new version of either let alone anything conrcete. I can't speak for the other places but I've always been happy using the 70-200mm, 100-400mm (sometimes with 1.4xTC) and 50mm (for the Paddock) at Donington.

 

[trevorbray]

Clifton cameras have the new 70-200mm f4 ii for £1388.

Sony FE 70-200mm F4 G OSS II Lens | Clifton Cameras

The Sony FE 70-200mm f4 G OSS II lens is perfect for shooting sports or wildlife for photographers and videographers alike. Get yours now at Clifton Cameras.

www.cliftoncameras.co.uk

I'm super tempted. I know some people have bought from clifton cameras before. good service?

I’ve bought from them several times. Always first class service.