Tagged with sony - Personal View Talks

Sony PCM-D100 recorder

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Wed, 23 Oct 2013 10:46:49 +0000

Records PCM, DSD, MP3 Formats
Up to 192kHz/24-Bit PCM, 2.8224MHz DSD
32GB Internal Memory & SD-XC Card Slot
Stereo Mics with Multiple Positions
Separate 2-channel record level adjustments
Works on four AA alkaline batteries, up to 25 hours
Aluminum Construction
32-Bit D/A Converters
Includes Remote, Furry Windscreen
Includes Batteries & Carry Case
Includes Sound Forge Studio LE Software

Available at:

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1008089-REG/sony_pcm_d100_portable_stereo_field.html

Sony RX1 and R1R Full Frame mirrorless

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Sun, 09 Sep 2012 12:28:30 +0000

New point and shoot with full frame sensor, fixed lens and about $2800 price

Specifications:

full-frame 24.3MP Exmor® CMOS sensor
ISO 100-25600
14-bit RAW image capture
f/2.0 Carl Zeiss Sonnar T* lens with 9 aperture blades
P/A/S/M modes
SteadyShot Image Stabilization
A VCHD: 28M PS (1920×1080, 60p/50p), 24M FX (1920×1080, 60i/50i), 17M FH (1920×1080, 60i/50i), 24M FX (1920×1080, 24p/25p), 17M FH (1920×1080, 24p/25p) MP4: 12M (1440×1080, 30fps/25fps)
Price: $2799
Available from - about 12/19/2012

Reviews and previews:

Available at:

Videos and samples:

Sony HDR-MV1 music recorder

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Wed, 04 Sep 2013 09:45:53 +0000

Specifications:

120-degree lens
120-degree stereo microphones
Input for external mike
AAC or PCM recording
Automatic Audio Lip Syncing
2.7" LCD screen
1080p30 video recording
WiFi, NFC
Price - below $300 (CD quality)

Sony NEX-3N

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 00:08:22 +0000

Specifications:

16MP sensor
Cheap 460,000 pixels screen
Optional viefinder
Video - 1080p25 (50i), stereo mike for sound
Weight - 269 g
Size - 110x62x35mm

Previews and reviews:

Available at:

http://www.amazon.com/Sony-NEX-3NL-Compact-Interchangeable-Digital/dp/B00BF9MUBM/

Call for entries: Sony World Photography Awards 2014

maxr — Tue, 24 Sep 2013 09:08:01 +0000

This megacorporate techno fatherhood thing created by chony and called World Photography Organization, WPO, has the pleasure of sucking your attention to World Photography Awards 2014. Basically there are 3 categories with subthemes. Pro, Open and Youth... ahh and monthly facehook!!!

Entry Close for all competitions: 06/01/2014

If I'm not mistaken, the entry is free, you have to be member (sign in), but you can Increase your chances by upgrading to Advanced Membership (enter up to 8 images) or Premium Membership (enter up to 20 images). Jajaja the pimp you till the last second

The Open Competition offers 10 diverse categories for you to enter, ranging from Action to Travel. As a Basic Member, you can enter up to 3 photographs for free, submitted into one category or spread across multiple categories.

More info 4 --> The Open Competition

More info 4 --> The Pro Competition

More info 4 --> The Youth Competition

Don't even think about being a young and open professional

Prizes for Open competititon

Winner of the best overall photograph will receive:

Title of “Sony World Photography Awards Open Photographer of The Year”
$5,000
Winning image showcased in the London exhibition and the winners book
International exposure on the WPO website
Global media coverage
Flights to London, 2 nights accommodation in a hotel and VIP tickets to attend the Sony World Photography Awards gala ceremony in April 2014
Digital SLR camera equipment from Sony

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Winners of each individual category will receive:

Title of “Sony World Photography Awards category name Winner"
Winning image showcased in the London exhibition and the winners book
International exposure on the WPO website
Global media coverage
Digital SLR camera equipment from Sony

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Sony A99 Official Topic

ahbleza — Thu, 09 Aug 2012 22:21:40 +0000

Specifications:

24.3MP full frame CMOS Exmor sensor
Translucent mirror technology
ISO range: 100-25,600 (ISO-low 50 is also available)
14 bit RAW output
1/8000 minimum shutter speed, shutter life: 200,000 shots
10 fps
AF: 102 points AF system
2360k dots XGA OLED viewfinder (same as NEX 7)
3″ tiltable 921k dots LCD screen (nothing new, not camera style like GHx)
Auto HDR capability
Video Modes : AVCHD: PS - 1920 x 1080/60p@28Mbps FX - 1920 x 1080/60i@24Mbps FH - 1920 x 1080/60i@17Mbps FX - 1920 x 1080/24p@24Mbps FH - 1920 x 1080/24p@17Mbps MP4: HD - 1440 x 1080/ 30p@12Mbps
Uncompressed HDMI Output (24p, 60i and 60p, suitable for recording!)
Built-in stereo mic
Built-in flash with guide number of 12
Clear Image Zoom increases the effective focal length of your lens up to 2x.
Digital Zoom : Still images: 4x Movie: 4x
Two memory slots: SD and SD+MS cards
Built-in GPS
Very light, weather sealed magnesium alloy body
Optional accessory RMT-DSLR2 Remote Commander® for movie shooting that includes a dedicated movie record button.
Headphone Jack : Yes (3.5 mm Stereo minijack)
Microphone Input : Yes (3.5 mm Stereo minijack)
Weight: 730 g.
Price: $2800
Availabe from 11/02/2012

Availabe at:

Reviews and previews:

Samples and videos:

Sony are starting to target the same market for professional DSLR filmmakers that the Canon 5D/7D and Nikon D800/D4 have been addressing.

Official Sony VG20 topic

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 05:22:36 +0000

Specifications:

http://presscentre.sony.eu/content/Detail.aspx?ReleaseID=6938&NewsAreaID=2

1080/60p (50p in PAL countries) 28Mbps
16 megapixel APS-HD CMOS
Old, VG10 EVF
Shoot RAW in photo.
Available: November
Price: $1,600 (body) and $2,200 (kit)

More information will be added soon.

Sony HDR-AS30V Action Camera

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Wed, 04 Sep 2013 06:57:46 +0000

Specs:

SteadyShot image stabilization
Wi-Fi and NFC for remote control and viewing via smartphone
Ruggedized, waterproof housing
6 video modes including 1080/60p HD and 4x slow motion
Micro SD/SDHC card slot
Price - below $299

The Sony® HDR-AS30V ships with a ruggedized, waterproof housing with universal tripod mount that is built to handle extreme environments, allowing you to concentrate on safety and composition while capturing Full HD videos. Within the housing, the camera is waterproof down to 197 feet.

Available at:

http://www.amazon.com/Sony-Definition-Action-Camera-HDR-AS30V/dp/B00EVIBN8U/

Sony Alpha SLT-A58

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 00:17:50 +0000

Specifications:

20.1 megapixels sensor
SteadyShot sensor stabilization
Cheap 460,000 non touch screen
OLED viewfinder
Video 1920 x 1080p25 (and 50i) with stereo sound
Weight - 429g
129mm x 95mm x 78 mm

Previews:

BMCC, C100, or FS100 - Camera Advice

rygenova — Fri, 23 Aug 2013 09:44:11 +0000

I've had the Black Magic Cinema Camera (EF version) since April, coming from a hacked GH2. I kind of jumped on the BMCC fanboy bandwagon and jumped into the camera without really studying other options at the time. It's capable of some pretty great images, but overall, I just don't like the camera. It stinks for any type of handheld shooting, the crop factor is a pain to deal with, pretty much every hard drive I own is full of RAW footage even though I try to delete what I'm not using, and it takes a ton of time just to grade a shot to get it to look "normal" and sync audio from my external recorder. No built in ND's (coupled with a native ISO of 800), lack of changeable battery, and poor audio with no audio meters is annoying as well. Like I said, the image quality can be great, but it is just no fun to shoot with and there is so much not to like about the camera. Sometimes I like to just pick up my camera and shoot something, but with the BMCC, this is really impractical.

I'm not a professional, just an amateur/enthusiast obsessed with great video quality. I'm primarily looking for something that has a large sensor and can produce sharp, detailed images with minimal noise. I'd like something good for narrative with the bonus of having something I can run and gun with if I want to. I can hold my own with basic color grading, but I'm by no means highly skilled at it, so I feel I wouldn't lose too much if I no longer had RAW.

I've narrowed my options to either selling the BMCC and buying a C100 or FS100, or sucking it up and keeping the BMCC. As for price I feel they are all somewhat similar. If I keep the BMCC I need to still buy ND's, a battery solution, a better rig for handheld, a wider lens, and probably some type of storage array for all this footage I'm amassing. For the FS100 I'd need to add the Speed Booster and ND's to get it up to the C100 configuration.

For the C100, I'd probably pick up an Atomos recorder at some point in the future. For the FS100 I'd be shooting only with the Speed Booster as I have only EF glass.

From what I've read it seems like the C100 should be an easy choice over the FS100, but I feel like the FS100 looks much more cinematic (maybe it's just that I've stumbled upon videos made by FS100 users with better skills than the C100 users? Or maybe it's just because the FS100 has been out longer?). Honestly all of these very cinematic pieces shot with the FS100 are pretty much the only reason it's on my radar as otherwise I believe the C100 to be superior.

Any advice from people who have shot with either camera would be much appreciated. Is the C100 just as good or better than the FS100 when it comes to image quality?

C100 Concerns: -Possibly not as cinematic as the FS100

FS100 Concerns: -Would only be shooting with the Speed Booster (bugs/issues/etc. with this?) -It's a couple year old camera, so I'd probably be disappointed if Sony released a replacement shortly after I bought one -No ND's -Form factor not as much to my liking as the C100

Sony VCT Tripod Mount Base Plate Support $70

vicharris — Thu, 11 Jul 2013 15:11:39 +0000

Selling my Sony VCT Tripod Mount Base Plate Support block. Wasn't a fan of the VCT system as it was overkill for my needs. As you can see there's nothing wrong with it and it's pretty much brand new. $70+shipping. I'm in the US.

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Sony Handycam 2013 camcorders with balanced steadishot

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Mon, 07 Jan 2013 23:45:52 +0000

Sony HDR-PJ790V

Specifications:

10x optical zoom lens with F1.8-F3.4 aperture (f=3.8-38.0mm)
Balanced Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization w/ Active mode
1/2.88'' (6.3mm) back-illuminated Exmor® R CMOS Sensor
3.0" Xtra Fine LCD™ display (921K) touch screen
Same 1080p60 28Mbps video mode.
74.2mm x 84.6mm x 137.5mm
Expected price $1600

Most is same as previous year camera.

Links:

http://store.sony.com/p/Sony-96GB-Full-HD-Projector-Camcorder/en/p/HDRPJ790V#overview

Sony HDR-PJ650V

Specifications:

12x optical zoom lens with F1.8-F3.4 aperture, 26.8-321.6mm
Balanced Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization w/ Active mode
1/3.91'' (4.6mm) back-illuminated Exmor® R CMOS Sensor
3.0" Xtra Fine LCD™ display (921K) touch screen
Wi-Fi Functionality : Remote control with mobile device, send to smartphone, send to PC (with optional wi-fi accessory)
1920x1080 Full HD 24p/60p 28Mbps video modes
67mm x 72.5mm x 134mm
450g
Expected price $1100

Links:

http://store.sony.com/p/Sony-32GB-Full-HD-Projector-Camcorder/en/p/HDRPJ650V

Sony HDR-PJ430V and HDR-CX430V

Specifications:

30x optical zoom lens with F1.8-F4.0 aperture, 26.8-804.0mm
Balanced Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization w/ Active mode
1/3.91'' (4.6mm) back-illuminated Exmor® R CMOS Sensor
3.0'' (7.5cm) Clear Photo Plus™ LCD (230K) Wide (16:9) - crappy screen
Wi-Fi Functionality : Remote control with mobile device, send to smartphone, send to PC (with optional wi-fi accessory)
1920x1080 Full HD 24p/60p 28Mbps video modes
61.5mm x 66mm x 121mm
Expected price $850 (with projector) and $699 without

Links:

This seems to be new ideal camera for quadracopters.

Official Sony A77 topic

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 07:47:26 +0000

As you may know Sony is about to announce A77, seems pretty good.

Specifications:

* 24.3 MP Exmor HD CMOS sensor
* ISO 100-16000, with expandeable ISO 50 option
* 1920 x 1080 60p/24p AVCHD 2.0
* P/A/S/M manual controls while recording video
* 19 points AF sensor with 11 cross sensors
* 1200 zone metering
* Completely new developed Bionz processor
* 12 fps
* 1/8000 shutter speed
* 50ms minimum release time lag
* Electronic first shutter curtain
* TrueBlack 921k 3-way tilt LCD
* 3 million dot OLED viewfinder
* Smart teleconverter function with 1.4x and 2.0x option
* Built-in flash
* Built-in GPS
* Battery life with over over 500 shots
* Magnesium alloy body
* Dust and Moisture proof
* Multi Frame NR
* SD card
* Weight 680g

Via: http://www.sonyalpharumors.com/

A77 will be released in mid-October. 150 000 yen for the body only (1960 dollars)
NEX-7 will be released on November 11. Expected selling price of ¥ 130 000 for the body (1700 dollars).

Reviews

http://www.theverge.com/2012/4/13/2921671/sony-alpha-slt-a77-review
http://www.ephotozine.com/article/sony-alpha-slt-a77v-digital-slr-review-18347
http://mansurovs.com/sony-a77-review
http://www.pixiq.com/article/worlds-fastest-camera
http://reviews.cnet.com/digital-cameras/sony-alpha-slt-a77v/4505-6501_7-34962459.html
http://flutterphotography.wordpress.com/tutorials/sony-a77a65-slt-hands-on-review/
http://soundimageplus.blogspot.com/2011/12/sony-nex-7-few-tests-and-samples.html
http://dc.pconline.com.cn/pingce/smdfpcysr/1111/2588062_6.html
http://sonyalphalab.com/2011/12/auto-focus-testing-sony-alpha-77-vs-the-canon-5d-mark-ii-in-low-light/
http://www.photographyblog.com/reviews/sony_a77_review

Videos

Pride (live music video)

hempo22 — Fri, 02 Aug 2013 09:18:30 +0000

Pride week in Sweden and the band Le Maine celebrates by releasing a live video of their song "Pride" that they wrote for the Swedish festival last year. And with all the shit we've been hearing about lately concerning LGBT people it was time to remind people that they are not alone. I'm not gay, bi or trans, but many friends and family are and think we should stand beside them. I feel honored to be friends with Tove (lead singer and songwriter of Le Maine) and help her film this important song and help her share it as much as possible.

Just to give you a bit of the process: I was asked just the day before and I was lucky that two of my students had tickets and would be in the audience. I gave the each a camera and I was backstage (We used Sony EX1/3, all handheld), but I also handed out a consumer handycam and my iPhone (with Filmic Pro) to people I didn't know in the audience to really get a documentary feel to it. And to play a little safe I had my GH2 (Flowmotion) and Tokina 11-16 on a tripod in the back. A friend of mine mixed in Pro Tools.

Of course it's not perfect, both coverage lacked sometimes and the LED lighting gave some nasty artifacts, but the raw feel of the footage and the energy of the band and the amazing old theatre we filmed in gave it all av very special feel. I edited in FCPX we're I also did my grading with Filmconvert (to enhance the raw feel and it did combat the harsh blues of the LED lighting and the grain hid a lot of the artifacts.) Not the best I've done technically , but considering the circumstances I'm happy with it and it's all about the song and helping my friend and her band to reach out.

"We will never lose our pride".

Sony RX-100 official topic

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Mon, 04 Jun 2012 16:50:47 +0000

Specifications:

13.2X8.8Mm Exmor CMOS sensor, 1.0"
20.9 million effective pixels
28-100mm (equiv), f/1.8-4.9 Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* lens with 'Advanced Aspherical' element
Steady-Shot image stabilization
Contrast-detection AF with 25 points, including tracking and flexible spot options
Rear control dial and customizable front 'Control Ring'
Monitor - LCD (4:3), 3.0-inch, 1,229,000 dots
Brightness of the lens is F1.8-4.9
Minimum focusing distance is 5cm, wide-tele 55cm at the end
Continuous shooting - 10fps, normal mode - 2.5fps
Shpoots JPEG and RAW
ISO 100-6400 (up to ISO 25,600 using multi-frame noise-reduction)
1920x1080 60p, AVCHD video 28M, with MP4 option
58.1mm x 101.6mm x 35.9mm
Built-in stereo microphone
Weight including battery is 240 g
Price: $650

Press release - http://www.dpreview.com/news/2012/06/06/Sony-announces-DSC-RX100-large-sensor-compact

Previews and reviews:

Samples:

Preorders:

Sony NEX-VG30 camera topic

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Thu, 06 Sep 2012 06:31:10 +0000

Specifications:

Less moire
Phase AF on the sensor
Better EVF - OLED XGA
HD PS:Approx.28Mbps/FX:Approx.24Mbps/FH:Approx.17Mbps/HQ:Approx.9Mbps/LP:Approx.5Mbps; STD HQ:9Mbps
Otherwise similar specs with AVCHD recording up to 1080p60 (see other NEX cameras)
Better screen
Dimensions (Approx.) : Approx. 3 5/8in x 5 1/8in x 8 3/4in (WxHxD with including supplied NP-FV70 battery)
Weight (Approx.) : Approx. 1 lb 6 oz (650g) (with supplied NP-FV70 battery)
Price: $1800

Available at:

Reviews and previews:

Sony TD30V 3D Camcorder

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Mon, 07 Jan 2013 23:26:01 +0000

10x optical zoom with F1.8 - F3.4 aperture
Extended Zoom : 12x(3D)/17x(2D)
2x 1/3.91'' (4.6mm) back-illuminated Exmor® R CMOS Sensors
LCD Type : 3.5'' (8.8cm) Xtra Fine LCD™ display(1229K) Wide (16:9
63.5mm x 71.5mm x131mm
460g
Expected price: $999

Links:

Available at:

http://store.sony.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/CategoryDisplay?catalogId=10551&storeId=10151&langId=-1&identifier=S_DI_CES2013_LandingPage

Sony Action Cam

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Thu, 30 Aug 2012 03:09:57 +0000

You can preorder them:

Sony HDR-AS10 Action Video Camera - http://www.amazon.com/Sony-HDR-AS10-Action-Video-Camera/dp/B0090EC5NC/
Sony HDR-AS15 Action Video Camera - http://www.amazon.com/Sony-HDR-AS15-Action-Video-Camera/dp/B0090EC5MS/
Sony HDR-AS15 Wifi Action Video Camera (Black) Essentials Bundle - http://www.amazon.com/Sony-HDR-AS15-Action-Essentials-Battery/dp/B0094719MS/

Sony NEX-5R topic, first big sensor camera with applications support

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Mon, 20 Aug 2012 23:12:13 +0000

Features:

DSLR-quality in about half the size and weight
16 MP APS-C sensor with fast up to 10 fps shooting speed
Fast Hybrid AF includes phase-detection for DSLR-like focus
Full HD movie shooting at 60p/24p with full exposure control
Wi-Fi® sharing and downloadable camera apps
180° tilt-able touch-screen LCD for easy self-portraits
Easy intuitive interface with improved control dial
Unlimited creativity with 11 built-in Picture Effects
Up to ISO 25600 provides versatile low-light performance
Shutter: 30sec up to 1/4.000
PASM shooting and digital zoom support for video
99 phase detection AF points
25 contrast AF points (this is quite weird)
Continuous AF and AF tracking
MF assist
Peaking level/color
Auto Portrait Framing
3 inch tiltable screen
Touch screen LCD with Touch Shutter (and 25 contrast points :-) )
2x Clear Zoom
about 400 pics per battery charge
Optional FDA-EV1S external viewfinder
Stereo mic
Time lag 0.02 sec
Price : $650 for body only

Available at:

Body only - http://www.amazon.com/Sony-NEX5R-Compact-Interchangeable-Digital/dp/B0090QXG0G
Kit - http://www.amazon.com/Sony-NEX5RK-Compact-Interchangeable-Digital/dp/B0090QXG92/
US - all colors and options http://www.amazon.com/s?ie=UTF8&field-keywords=sony%20nex-5r
UK - http://www.sony.co.uk/product/dsb-nex-5/nex-5rk

Previews and samples:

Videos:

(Please Delete) FS: Sony PCM-D50 Professional Portable Stereo Digital Audio Recorder (Sold)

LaserGuidedTaco — Thu, 30 May 2013 22:56:07 +0000

Great condition this thing is built like a tank. What you see in the picture is what you get. Comes with additional 8 gb memory stick.

Here is a video link of a concert I recorded using the PCM-D50

Asking $330 firm price & free shipping (Paypal Payment Only) (US Shipping Only)

Sony HX50V topic

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 12:03:59 +0000

Specs:

24 - 720mm lens, F3.4-F6.3
21Mp 1/2.3 sensor
Active mode SteadyShot
921600 dots screen
10 fps shooting
1080p60 video
108 x 64 x 38 mm
3.6-volt 1240mAh battery
Wi-Fi
GPS
Price - $450
272g

Previews:

http://www.imaging-resource.com/PRODS/sony-hx50v/sony-hx50vA.HTM

Preorders:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CDIK48U/

Panasonic GH3 vs Sony FS100

chasehagen — Wed, 15 May 2013 22:44:35 +0000

Wondering if anyone has any experience or videos/comparisons between the old low light king, FS100 and our new-ish Panny flagship the GH3? Haven't had a chance to try both out side by side for a test or comparison but I figure someone must have. I would assume the FS100 would still have the edge in lowlight performance (i.e. grain/noise) but what about other aspects like actual resolution tests/comparisons (lines resolved), Dynamic Range, Rolling Shutter, Moire, Slow-Mo, Codec, Grading Capability. I would assume the GH3's 50Mbps would be far superior in color grading latitude and for Green screen compositing than the 24Mbps AVCHD of the Sony? Just be interesting to see if anyone's done any tests or have some insights between the two cameras as I cant seem to fin any online anywhere (all GH2 vs FS100). I've got a GH3 (and a GH2) just curious if the Sony's worth the extra few $K if you don't need XLR and Super 35mm DOF and extreme low light performance. Grateful for anyone who could share some insight on their observed differences between these two great cams! Thanks!

Sony ECM-AW3 as one of cheapest wireless options

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Sun, 12 May 2013 20:28:49 +0000

Works with any camera. with 3.5mm mic jack
2-way communications between user and subject
Uses AAA batteries

If you like to use your own electret mikes (leaving receiver on belt) it requires some soldering.

Price from $141. Especially check Amazon used one.

Available at:

FS: Sony SEL 18-200mm f3,5-6,3 OSS kit lens, hardly used

Tobsen — Thu, 09 May 2013 16:06:39 +0000

Selling my Sony SEL 18-200mm OSS lens that I got with the FS700. Only used it a couple of times. Bought it because I needed a lens while waiting for th metabones adapter to use my EF-lenses.

No originial box since kit lens, comes with Sun hood.

Thinking of 575 Euro plus shipping. FYI I live in Germany.

Vizilex Rhinocam for Sony Nex

Faudel — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 05:16:10 +0000

Adapter for image stitching with sony nex and medium format lenses.

http://fotodioxpro.com/index.php/vizelex-rhinocam-for-sony-nex-e-mount-cameras.html

Astro AH-4800 8K camera head with 1080p viewfinder

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 08:38:50 +0000

Developed by NHK Engineering System

Camera head with optical fiber data connectrion
2.5" 33Mp sensor
Body size - 125mm × 150mm × 125mmh
Body weight of 2kg.

See at booth - C10848

Via: http://www.pronews.jp/news/1304051700.html?fb_action_ids=530546156988352&fb_action_types=og.likes&fb_source=other_multiline&action_object_map=%7B%22530546156988352%22%3A445783632166621%7D&action_type_map=%7B%22530546156988352%22%3A%22og.likes%22%7D&action_ref_map=%5B%5D

Sony Balanced Optical SteadyShot

gizmo — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 10:43:30 +0000

Sony new model HDR-CX760V has amazing stabilization system. As it can be seen on some YT videos this system works very good! New Balanced Optical SteadyShot technology that provides up to thirteen times better stability than the regular Optical SteadyShot, according to Sony. Starting price $1.499.

Sony & Olympus now partners

GravitateMediaGroup — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 13:26:06 +0000

Sony has today become the largest shareholder in Olympus as the firms complete a £400m deal first announced last year.

In a statement, Olympus Japan confirmed that, from today, Sony Corporation is the largest shareholder, holding nearly 35 million shares and giving Sony 11.46% of overall voting rights.

Speaking in September 2012, Olympus president Hiroyuki Sasa said the agreement would give Olympus 'greater business synergy in the core business domains of medical and imaging'.

He added: ‘In the field of digital cameras, we will seek to achieve collaboration in a manner that further improves the competitiveness of the two companies.'

Strange colo(u)rs in Sony Vegas - GoPro Cineform

crunchy — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 17:09:25 +0000

I apologise to disturb experts in color grading with probably simple question, but I have already tried possible and impossible things. The problem is GoPro Cineform codec and mix between Cineform and Sony Vegas.

Namely, when encoding the original footage by using UT codec the colours appear like normal (in Media Player Classic or in VirtualDub). When editing such a footage with Vegas, the colours are preserved, so everything is OK.

However, if the original footage is converted into GoPro Cineform codec, a red shirt appears slightly toward orange in VirtualDub (it is almost OK), but in Media Player Classic the shirt becomes almost orange. When editing in Vegas and exporting the clip (I've tried several settings), the shirt becomes even more orange in VirtualDub and completely orange in MPC.

Does anybody know which settings should I use when recoding into Cineform codec and which settings should I use in Sony Vegas (tips for Movie Studio are also welcome) to retain more or less the "original colours" and, if possible, the original contrast?

Once Upon a Time in Anatolia (movie)

Manu4Vendetta — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 22:49:22 +0000

I recommend watching this movie, is a visual jewel heiress Tarkovsky film.

As script is a bit difficult especially at the end and possibly left over footage, while seemingly a mixture of drama and road movie conventional. It is a very intimate film, very slow with many long still shots, but in a plastic stunningly beautiful, I love the night shots in it, are a delight to behold.

Nuri Bilge Ceylan is the director of it, while cinematography is by Gökhan Tiryaki. It was shot with a Sony F35. Winner of Cannes 2011.