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Featured Review:
Sony Alpha DSLR-A850 Digital SLR Camera

by DonSchap (Expert)

Price Paid: $1999.00 from SONY Style
Review Date: October 13, 2009
Used product for: 1 to 3 months
Overall Rating: 5 of 5
Value Rating: 5 of 5

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Sony launched the DPP-F700 all-in-one digital picture frame with printer. The DPP-F700 features a 7-inch LCD with WVGA resolution, image editing, one gigabyte of internal storage capacity with an auto-resizing adjustment that downsizes photos to store up to 2,000 photos, and support for most memory cards, including Memory Stick PRO, Memory Stick PRO Duo, Secure Digital, SDHC, Multi-Media Card, Compact Flash, and xD-Picture Card media. The picture frame can be set up vertically or horizontally and can print 4 x 6-inch professional quality 300 x 300 dpi photos instantly in just 45 seconds. Read the rest of this entry »

Tamron announced the SP AF 60mm f/2 Di II LD [IF] Macro for Sony mount, a new macro lens for APS-C size format. This new lens joins the Canon and Nikon versions already available. It features 1:1 macro magnification and a built-in AF motor. The SP AF 60mm f/2 Di II LD [IF] Macro lens for Sony will launch in Japan on October 1, 2009. Read the rest of this entry »

 
The latest full frame DSLR from Sony is a 24.6 megapixel entry that is charted to sell for less the $2000!

Sony uses their EXMOOR CMOS sensor and dual image processing engines to produce fine quality high resolution output. The sensor is designed with wide angle lenses and high precision units from the Sony alpha line. The dual engine implementation allows for a greater amount of effective noise reduction when shooting with higher ISO settings.
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Sony adds two new cameras to their Alpha digital SLR line today. The new Sony Alpha DSLR-A550 is a 14.2-megapixel camera and the Alpha DSLR-A500 is a 12.3-megapixel camera. Both use brand new Sony Exmor CMOS imaging sensors, which are supposed to deliver better image quality at sensitivity settings up to ISO 12,800. The new Alpha A550 and A500 also offer in-camera High Dynamic Range (HDR), combining multiple images to create one with a wider tonal range - even without a tripod. The new cameras also have improved Live View functions and new 3-inch, tilting Live View LCD displays.
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Sony announced two new digital cameras, the Sony Cybershot DSC-TX1 and Cybershot DSC-WX1.

The DSC-TX1 and DSC-WX1 are the first Cybershot digital cameras to use Sony’s new “Exmor R” back illuminated CMOS sensor technology. The “Exmor R” technology improves shooting in low-light scenarios, enhances image clarity and drastically reduces grain. These cameras also include the hand-held twilight and anti-motion blur multi-shot mode, Sony’s Sweep Panorama and 10 frames per second burst shooting features, Intelligent Auto, Face Detection, intelligent Scene, Pet mode, Smile Shutter technology, dynamic range optimization, and intelligent Auto Focus. Read the rest of this entry »

Sony announced the new Party-shot camera dock. The Party-shot automatically takes photos for you, pans 360 degrees, tilts 24 degrees, automatically detects faces and adjusts composition. It will capture more natural expressions and fun, candid moments of you, your family and friends. The Party-shot uses the camera’s BIONZ image processor with its Face Detection and Smile Shutter features to snap photos without needing to press the shutter button. Read the rest of this entry »

Sony announced two new Handycam camcorders, the HDR-CX520V and HDR-CX500V.

The HDR-CX520V and HDR-CX500V feature full 920×1080 high-definition video capture, storage of up to 12-megapixel photos on a 64GB or 32GB internal flash memory, 60p output, Optical SteadyShot with Active Mode, Face Touch, Exmor R CMOS sensor, Sony G lens, 3 inch wide touch panel LCD, and built-in GPS antenna and NAVTEQ digital maps to geo-tag your videos and photos. Read the rest of this entry »

Another fine review from member, cgarrad. This one is for Sony’s impressive, full-frame, professional digital SLR - the 24-megapixel A900.

Please write your own review if you own a Sony A900. Your opinions and experience are important to other photographers. Reviews by community members are the foundation of PhotographyREVIEW.com. Share your experience with other photographers by writing reviews for your cameras and other photo gear. You don’t have to be an expert - everyone’s opinion counts.

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Featured Review: Sony Alpha DSLR-A900

by cgarrard (Professional)

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Sony announced three new Alpha Digital SLR models, the DSLR-A380, DSLR-A330 and DSLR-A230. These three new DSLRs are designed for first-time digital SLR buyers, making the transition from point-and-shoot to the first steps in DSLR photography easier. The new cameras are smaller, lighter, and easier to use. Read the rest of this entry »

Sony announced four new lenses, the DT 18-55mm F/3.5-5.6 standard zoom lens (model SAL-1855), DT 55-200mm F/4-5.6 telephoto zoom lens (model SAL-55200/2), DT 50mm F/1.8 portrait lens (model SAL-50F18) and DT 30mm F/2.8 macro lens (model SAL-30M28) and a new HVL-F20AM compact external flash. Read the rest of this entry »

The Sony Cybershot DSC-H50 is a compact, 9.1-megapixel digital camera with an impressive image-stabilized 15x Carl Zeiss f/2.7-4.8 optical zoom lens and a 3-inch tilting LCD monitor. The DSC-H50 features Face Detection, Smile Shutter and Intelligent Scene Recognition technologies, as well as video recording, HDTV compatibility and a remote control. It has a retail list price of $399.99.

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Sony Cybershot DSC-H50 Pros 15x zoom lens with Super SteadyShot optical image stabilization (31-465 mm equivalent). Very good image quality. Exposure settings ranging from Easy Mode to full manual control. Compact size and light weight. Large, tilting LCD monitor. MPEG video recording with zoom functionality. Easily accessible continuous shooting/bracket button. Remote control - great for group and self-portraits. In-camera editing and slideshow functions.

Sony Cybershot DSC-H50 Cons Optical viewfinder is so small it’s almost useless. Somewhat awkward physical design and user interface. Battery for remote control is difficult to access.

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