Photons to Photos: Sony a6400 Dynamic Range Results

By Louis Ferreira | Published: March 15, 2019


Photons to Photos added the Sony a6400 to their database and not much has changed from the Sony a6300 or a6500, which both fall behind the Fujifilm X-T20 throughout much of the measured ISO range. Strangely the Sony a6400’s performance falls off past 6400 ISO in a way the other cameras do not. You can see and manipulate the results here.

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Sony a6400: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sony a6500: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sony a6300: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Fujifilm X-T20: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

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Sigma MC-11 Firmware Update 1.16

By Louis Ferreira | Published: March 15, 2019


Sigma released MC-11 firmware update 1.16 (Download Here)
● It has optimized the peripheral illumination correction data when it is used in combination with the SIGMA 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 DC MACRO OS HSM | Contemporary for SIGMA.
● It has become compatible with the SIGMA 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM | Art for SIGMA, that has the latest firmware Ver.1.04.
● It has become compatible with the SIGMA 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Contemporary for SIGMA, that has the latest firmware Ver.1.03.
● It has become compatible with the SIGMA 85mm F1.4 DG HSM | Art for SIGMA, that has the latest firmware Ver.1.01.
● It has improved the compensation effect when it is used in combination with the Sony α9, Sony α7III and specific lenses*, and their in-camera image stabilization adjustment is set to AUTO. It has been set to achieve the same effect as when it is adjusted manually.
● It has improved the accuracy of exposure when it is used with dedicated flashes manufactured by SONY.

* Specific lenses
SIGMA 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC MACRO OS HSM | Contemporary、SIGMA 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 DC MACRO OS HSM | Contemporary、SIGMA 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 DC MACRO OS HSM | Contemporary、SIGMA 50-100mm F1.8 DC HSM | Art、SIGMA 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM | Art、SIGMA 24-105mm F4 DG OS HSM | Art、SIGMA 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Sports、SIGMA 70-200mm F2.8 DG OS HSM | Sports、SIGMA 100-400mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Contemporary、SIGMA 120-300mm F2.8 DG OS HSM | Sports、SIGMA 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Contemporary、SIGMA 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Sports、SIGMA 70mm F2.8 DG MACRO | Art、SIGMA 85mm F1.4 DG HSM | Art、SIGMA 105mm F1.4 DG HSM | Art、SIGMA 135mm F1.8 DG HSM | Art、SIGMA 500mm F4 DG OS HSM | SportsNote: Before updating the SIGMA MOUNT CONVERTER MC-11 firmware, please ensure SIGMA Optimization Pro has been updated to ver. 1.5.0 or later for both Windows and Macintosh.

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Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 FE

By Louis Ferreira | Published: March 15, 2019


AF 85mm F1.4 FE
Released in 2008, the MF 85 mm f / 1.4 AS IF UMC optical system, which received high praise for its beautiful background blur effect, inherited its merits and achieved a more advanced optical system by optimizing to mirrorless. The vivid image resolution, high value and attractiveness included in the photo described by the MF 85mm F1. 4 AS IF UMC should be able to sense the technical power of Samyan cultivated over 40 years. – Product Planner Jihoon Lee

Optical performance, the original attraction of photography that describes sensitivity beyond that
E-Mount, AF Auto Focus, Weather Sealing, Ultra Multi Coating, Linear Super Sonic Motor, Beautiful Bokeh 9 Aperture Blades, HR Lens ED, F1.4The AF85mm f / 1.4 FE lens incorporates world-class optical technology that Samyan has aimed for, and a vision for further leaping, and you can experience fast and accurate AF performance and excellent resolution. Among all 11 lenses, the high refractive (HR) lens used as a special lens achieved compact size and high resolution simultaneously. In addition, a vivid design with a low dispersion lens finished Achromat design effectively corrects the chromatic aberration and minimizes the color bleeding phenomenon at the periphery, a dynamic photo can be obtained. Read More »
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Lensbaby Composer Pro II and Edge 35 Optic

By Louis Ferreira | Published: March 14, 2019


Lensbaby just announced their new Composer Pro II and Lensbaby Edge 35 Optic it is specifically designed to produce strong creative selective focus effects. Lensbaby now has many lenses for E-Mount.

Lensbaby Composer Pro II Specs

Focal Length35mm
Aperturef/3.5 to f/22
Lens MountSony E
Minimum Focus Distance7″ / 17.8 cm
Maximum Magnification0.2x
Optical Design9 Elements in 6 Groups
Diaphragm Blades8
TiltUp to 15°
Filter ThreadNot Specified by Manufacturer
Dimensions2.5 x 3.9″ / 63.5 x 100 mm
Weight15.5 oz / 439.4 g

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DXO: Sony a7RIII vs Nikon Z7 vs Sony a7RII vs Nikon D850

By Louis Ferreira | Published: March 14, 2019


The Nikon Z7 is an impressive performer, but if you’re going to capture photos above 800 ISO the Sony a7RIII is king.

“the 45.7MP Nikon Z 7’s scores are very close to those of the 42.4MP Sony A7R III. While the Z 7 leads for color depth and dynamic range, the A7R III copes better with low light.”

It’s also interesting to note that the Sony a7RII still performs very well against the modern Sony a7RIII and Nikon Z7/Nikon D850, but it was released back in 2015. Today you can purchase a Sony a7RII for under 2k from most retailers, which makes it a great option if you do not need blazing fast AF. You can see the rest of DXO’s results here.

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Sony a7RIII: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sony a7RII B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Nikon Z7: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

 

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All About Alpha Cameras – Alpha Studio Live Session March 14…Sign Up Today

By Louis Ferreira | Published: March 13, 2019


This month alphauniverse will be hosting a three-part Alpha camera and lenses tutorial with Sony’s very own expert trainer, Amy Koppmann. The series kicks off on Thursday, March 14 at 6 p.m. where Amy will be live answering all of your Sony Alpha camera questions. Sign up now, and check out Parts 2 & 3 below and click their links to register. Registration for all is free.

March 19, 2019 at 6 p.m. – Tutorial 2: All About Alpha Lenses

March 28, 2019 at 5 p.m. – Tutorial 3: Alpha Camera Tips & Tricks

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