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Sony Electronics Announces Expanded Capability of Camera Remote Software Development Kit (SDK) for Third Party Developers

SAN DIEGO, July 16, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Sony Electronics Inc. has announced an updated version 1.01 for their Camera Remote Software Development Kit, expanding the functionality and versatility of the SDK for developers and integrators. Sony, the industry leader in both full-frame and mirrorless cameras, has released the SDK based on extensive interest in their camera […]

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LEE85 System – Available 1st August 2020!

LEE85 System – Available from 1st August 2020! We are delighted to announce that its new LEE85 Filter System will be available through our global dealer networks (B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama) from 1st August 2020. First announced in March, the LEE85 Filter System is centered around a lightweight, compact, precision-engineered filter holder designed for landscape, cityscape and […]

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New H.266/VVC Codec Reduces 8k/4k Data Requirements by 50% and Might Debut in Sony a7SIII

Fraunhofer HHI is proud to present the new state-of-the-art in global video coding: H.266/VVC brings video transmission to new speeds After devoting several years to its research and standardization, Fraunhofer HHI (together with partners from industry including Apple, Ericsson, Intel, Huawei, Microsoft, Qualcomm, and Sony) is celebrating the release and official adoption of the new […]

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Sony Support Measures for Industry Creators including Cinematographers and Photographers

Support Measures for Industry Creators including Cinematographers and Photographers Financial Contributions from the Sony Global Relief Fund for COVID-19 Tokyo, Japan – Sony Corporation (“Sony”) today announced that it will devote funds to organizations related to creative communities and inspect Sony cameras free of charge, as support measures for industry creators including cinematographers, camera operators, […]

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LensRentals: Finds That 2% of Sony a7 Cameras and 1.6% of All Sony Cameras Have Mount Issues

Lens rental has done some interesting testing of flange to sensor distance for cinema cameras and photography cameras. During their testing, they found damaged sensor mounts that shockingly didn’t disable the Sony cameras they were found in even though lens rentals would consider the damage “disabling” if just shown the picture above. Lensrentals would have […]

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Sony Xperia 1 II Preorders Start With WF-1000XM3 Bonus

Sony added some very useful professional features to the Sony Xperia 1 II and are including a preorder bonus if you order within the first week of its launch. If you’re tired of iPhone or are a fan of android you can order one on B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama Be sure to follow […]

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