Big news for Sony camera heads! Combining high res and high speed (as we wrote when it was first announced), Sony’s Alpha 1 is truly a leap forward in mirrorless camera technology (as we also wrote). But the question has always been (and will probably always be)—is it right for you? As the new de facto flagship camera for Sony’s mirrorless Alpha line, the Alpha 1 is indeed an 8K beast able to rival the Canon EOS R5. However, depending on your thoughts on the ageless Canon vs. Sony color science debate, there might be some new info for you to consider. Namely, this new firmware update from Sony promises to add 8K 4:2:2 10bit recording (and Lossless Compressed RAW for still images). Let’s check it out. Sony Alpha 1 v1.3 Firmware Update It does make sense to follow some sort of brand loyalty if you want your cinematic look to remain consistent from year to year—and if you want to keep using your favorite lenses. Regardless of your stance on which camera brand is your brand of choice, this v1.3 firmware update should at least be considered since it packs quite a punch. From Sony: Read More...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Wednesday, 22 June, 2022