Sony http://www.personal-view.com/talks/categories/sony-cameras/feed.rss Sat, 20 Apr 24 00:08:42 +0000 Sony en-CA Sony NEX-5 firmware language hack, japanese, change language J1 http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/27277/sony-nex-5-firmware-language-hack-japanese-change-language-j1 Fri, 26 Aug 2022 06:52:44 +0000 Zorl 27277@/talks/discussions Hello.

I apologize in advance for the necroposting (or a sort of). But I bought used Sony Nex-5 just 2 weeks ago. This is the version for the Japanese region without the ability to change the language. I have searched many forums and resources in an attempt to change it. I know it was possible in the past, but at the moment all the links are outdated and I can't find the patcher (I believe that is the only way to deal with J1 version).

I downloaded the fwtool and unpacked the firmware, but in my case there are no separate language files and there is no backup folder. I analyzed all the files and realized that all messages are stored in the executable main file. This is an elf file, so I analyzed its resources, and I see that all the necessary string lines are already there. At first, I thought just to replace the Japanese strings with Russian or English, but the number of strings for different languages ​​is different, that is, in English, let's say 4000 string resources and in Russian 6000. This is probably due to the fact that the text takes up space on the camera screen and where for one language must be written in several lines, for another one is enough.

There were patchers on the old, now defunct sites, and on the old forums they claim that the nex-5 patcher only changes 6 bytes and 3 bytes of the checksum. Therefore, I concluded that it is more correct not to replace string resources, but to correct the language or region definition code.

I installed the IDA disassembler and began to study the main file. I am a programmer, but my knowledge is not enough to find the right piece of code. Please, can someone still have a patcher for nex-5 or nex-3, please share. Firmware that would change the language - it doesn't matter to Russian or English will go as well. It does not matter if the firmware is obsolete (the last version is 5, but any working Russian/English will work).

Or maybe one of the developers remembers the keyword or the name of the function that the patcher changed? I'll be very grateful for any clue. I haven't been able to sleep for two weeks now because I'm sure a hack is possible, but I can't seem to find a clue.

I've already tried everything I could. I searched for files on ftp, on Chinese search engines, on other networks. I started looking for people who wrote posts about successful firmware, but many of them were online 5 years ago. I beg you. Please help. Any help is greatly appreciated.

]]> New Sony FX camera this Fall? http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/27926/new-sony-fx-camera-this-fall Sun, 22 Oct 2023 13:06:24 +0000 firstbase 27926@/talks/discussions Latest rumors from BH Photo suggest there might be a new fx announcement on Nov 8. Features will likely include Electronic ND and IBIS. Perhaps this is the FX60 for which many of us have been waiting. Stay tuned...

]]> Sony RX100 Mark V, fast little guy http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/15850/sony-rx100-mark-v-fast-little-guy Thu, 06 Oct 2016 08:24:26 +0000 Vitaliy_Kiselev 15850@/talks/discussions image

Specs

  • 1" 20.1MP stacked CMOS sensor with embedded DRAM
  • 24-70 mm f/1.8 – 2.8 lens
  • 4K video without any cropping (up to 5 minutes!)
  • S-Log2 gamma with Gamma Display Assist that shows normal image
  • Timecode, zebras, peaking.
  • 315 phase-detection AF points over 65% of the frame
  • AF speed at 0.05 seconds.
  • Burst - 24 fps at 20.1MP and all this with AF
  • Silent shutter option at up to 24fps
  • 150 frames buffer
  • New BIONZ X LSI
  • Eye-AF in AF-C mode
  • 3" LCD 180-degree up and 45-degree down, 1,229kdot
  • 1/32,000 shutter mode
  • 960 fps slow motion at low res
  • XGA OLED Tru-Finder with Carl Zeiss optics, same 2.4Mp as all top cameras
  • WiFi / NFC, lacks Bluetooth
  • Available November 2016
  • $987 at https://www.amazon.com/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX100-Digital-Camera/dp/B01MCRBY4X/
  • Ripping EU customers - 1200 EUR price. And CA$1,250.

Official page - http://www.sony.com/electronics/cyber-shot-compact-cameras/dsc-rx100m5

]]> Sony A65 - A65V (GPS) - Swapping firmware but still missing the gps of the A65V http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/27888/sony-a65-a65v-gps-swapping-firmware-but-still-missing-the-gps-of-the-a65v Sun, 03 Sep 2023 10:53:56 +0000 masterflai 27888@/talks/discussions Hi all, I ordered a replacement motherboard in China for a defective Sony SLT-A65V (CEE5). The replacement mainboard has the region code CN2 and the model is recognized as SLT-A65 without V. As far as I understand everything, the region code is stored in the EPROM and can not be modified. Does this also apply to the model code? I switched successfully the choosen region firmware but unfortunately the gps feature of the A65V is still missing despite the fact, that the hardware is available as it is a separate pcb.

I have now done the following.

  1. The original update firmware from Sony I have disassembled with the fwtool and got the structure.
  2. Backup.bin contains the data, within \0110_backup\SYSAVIP-DSLR. There are firmware files the model with and without gps (V) included. Therefore there are two subfolders PS_UUG (with gps) and PS_UUGN (without gps).
  3. I analyzed and compared the CN2 files in both folders and figured out, that the model information is also part of the firmware file. You can also see that 320000 is directly located in front of the name of the one file and 000000 of the other which matches with the number within the name of the file. I also figured out, that specific values are enabled or disabled between those two versions. As there are two folders I assumed that during the firmware update process the camera chooses the right firmware file not only based on the region code but also on the model code or the model number.
  4. So I used the CEE5 firmware file to replace the CN2 file within both folders and adjusted the checksum information.
  5. I created a modified firmware with version number 9 and flashed it with the sony updater tool successfully.
  6. Now I can see, that the "right" backup file with the information of CEE5 was choosen by the camera. The backup region is part of the bin file within Backup.bin despite the renaming of the file to CN2 to direct the camera to this specific firmware file.

But I'm still missing the GPS feature.

Does anyone know what to do to change a SLT-A65 to SLT-A65V with GPS support?

a) On the one hand side I can change the model information within the file by removing the V and and recalculating the checksum but I don't want to waste version numbers as I'm already at v1.09 and I don't know if this causes the issue. b) Or is there a possibility to change the model information directly within in the camera via pmca tool and the bk command? If so can someone instruct me, which address needs to be modified to change the model. c) Or is the product code the essential part for the camera to figure out that it is a V version?

I'm also able to solder smd components and I read the service level 3 documentation of the SLT-A65 but I couldn't figure out a specific EPROM to replace it with the original one from the defective mainboard. Maybe this is also an option if someone can tell me the component id.

]]> Viltrox 16mm f/1.8 http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/27750/viltrox-16mm-f1.8 Wed, 31 May 2023 06:15:14 +0000 Eno 27750@/talks/discussions

]]> Sony RX10 Mark IV New Camera http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/17725/sony-rx10-mark-iv-new-camera Tue, 12 Sep 2017 09:19:36 +0000 paglez 17725@/talks/discussions image

Sony today announced the new flagship model in its acclaimed Cyber-shot® RX10 series, the RX10 IV (model DSC-RX10M4).

Featuring the world’s fastesti AF acquisition time of 0.03 secondsii and up to 24 fps continuous shootingiii with full AF/AE tracking, 315 phase-detection AF points that rivals those the fastest professional interchangeable lens cameras and an exceptionally versatile 24-600mmiv F2.4-F4 ZEISS® Vario-Sonnar T* lens, the new RX10 IV model delivers an unmatched combination of mobility and speed for imaging enthusiasts and professionals looking for the ultimate ‘all-in-one’ solution.

The impressive RX10 IV camera is equipped with a latest 1.0-type 20.1 MP[vi] Exmor RS CMOS stacked image sensor with DRAM chip along with a powerful BIONZ X™ image processor and front-end LSI. These key components all work together to maximise overall speed of operation and performance, ultimately ensuring the highest possible image and video quality throughout the entire range of the 24-600mmiv lens.

Fast Focusing, Fast Shooting

A first for Sony’s RX10 series of cameras, the new RX10 IV model features a Fast Hybrid AF system that combines the respective advantages of 315 phase-detection AF points covering approximately 65% of the sensor and contrast-detection AF to ultimately enable the camera to lock focus in as little as 0.03 secondsii. This high speed focusing complements the extensive 24-600mmiv range of the lens, ensuring all subjects can be captured with precise detail and clarity.

Additionally, for the first time in a Cyber-shot camera, the RX10 IV model employs High-density Tracking AF technology. This advanced technology, which had only been previously available in a select few of Sony’s acclaimed line of α interchangeable lens cameras, concentrates AF points around a subject to improve tracking and focus accuracy, allowing even the most unpredictable subjects including fast-moving athletes and birds in flight to be captured with ease.

Other AF improvements in the new RX10 IV camera include an enhanced version of the popular Eye AF, Touch Focus and Focus Range Limiter[vii]. AF-ON setting is also assignable, as well as multiple AF modes including AF-S, AF-C and AF-A, which can be easily adjusted based on user preferences and shooting situations.

An ideal complement to the AF system, the RX10 IV offers continuous high-speed shooting at up to 24 fpsiii with full AF/AE tracking, with an impressive buffer limit of up to 249 images[viii]. With the significant improvements in processing power for the new camera, EVF display lag during continuous shooting has been substantially reduced, allowing shooters to capture the decisive moment with ultimate confidence. Also, for convenience during image playback, continuously shot images can be displayed in groups instead of individual shots.

The RX10 IV also has a high speed Anti-Distortion Shutter (maximum shutter speed of up to 1/32000 second) that reduces the “rolling shutter” effect commonly experienced with fast moving subjects, and can shoot completely silently in all modes, including continuous high speed shooting, when electronic shutter is engaged. A mechanical shutter mode is also available as well if required by the user.

ZEISS® Vario-Sonnar T* 24-600mm F2.4-F4 Lens

The 24-600mmiv ZEISS® Vario-Sonnar T* lens on the Cyber-shot RX10 IV camera features a large maximum aperture of F2.4-F4.0, helping it achieve outstanding image quality throughout the entire zoom range, all the way up to ultra-telephoto. It includes a super ED (extra-low dispersion) glass element and ED aspherical lenses to minimise chromatic aberration, and ZEISS® T* Coating to minimise flare and ghosting.

The lens also has built-in Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilisation that helps to reduce camera shake and image blur. When the feature is activated, it is equivalent to an approximate 4.5 steps shutter speed improvement.

Additionally, with a minimum focusing distance of 72 cm (2.36 ft) and 0.49x maximum magnification at a fully extended 600mm, the lens is capable of producing amazingly detailed tele-macro images.

Professional Video Capture

The new RX10 IV becomes the latest Cyber-shot RX camera to offer the advantages of 4K (QFHD 3840 x 2160) movie recording, with its Fast Hybrid AF system realising approximately 2x faster focusing speed compared to the RX10 III.

In 4K mode, the new RX10 IV utilises full pixel readout without pixel binning, capturing approximately 1.7x more information than is required for 4K movie output to ensure that all the finest details are captured accurately. The camera utilises the XAVC S™ codec, recording video at a high data rate of up to 100 Mbps depending on shooting mode. Users have the option of shooting at either 24p or 30p in 4K mode (100 Mbps), or in frame rates of up to 120p in Full HD mode.

The new camera also has a variety of other professional calibre video features including Picture Profile, S-Log3/S-Gamut3, Gamma Display Assist, Proxy recording, Time Code / User Bit and more, as well as input for external microphone and output for headphone monitoring.

Super slow motion video recording is also available, with an extended duration of about 4 seconds (in quality priority mode) and 7 seconds (in shoot time priority). This unique feature gives users the ability to choose among 1000fps, 500fps and 250fps frame rates and among 50p, 25p and 24p playback formats.

Upgraded Operation and Customization

The new RX10 IV features Sony’s latest 3.0-type 1.44M dot tiltable LCD screen with Touch Focus and Touch Pad function – another first for the Cyber-shot RX series – for quick and smooth focusing operation, and WhiteMagic™ technology, ensuring that LCD viewing is bright and clear in even the harshest outdoor lighting conditions. Additionally, it is equipped with an approx. 2.35M dot high-contrast XGA OLED Tru-Finder™, ensuring true-to-life image preview and playback functionality. Triple lens rings for aperture, zoom and focus are also available, with a completely quiet, smooth option for the aperture ring that is ideal for video shooters.

To enhance customisation, “My Menu” functionality has been added, allowing up to 30 frequently used menu items to be custom registered. Menus are colour coded for easier recognition and navigation, and a new Movie Settings menu has been introduced to improve the overall video shooting experience.

The RX10 IV is also dust and moisture resistant[xii], and Wi-Fi®, NFC™ and Bluetooth® compatible.

Pricing and Availability

The new Sony Cyber-shot RX10 IV camera will ship in October for approximately €2000. Full product details can be accessed here.

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]]> Super Wild rumors: 500mm GM, Sony Speedbooster and High End APS-C http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/27461/super-wild-rumors-500mm-gm-sony-speedbooster-and-high-end-aps-c Fri, 13 Jan 2023 20:13:27 +0000 firstbase 27461@/talks/discussions https://www.sonyalpharumors.com/super-wild-rumors-500mm-gm-sony-speedbooster-and-high-end-aps-c/

APS-C will be pushed BIG in the near term.  Better high-end APS-C glass, and higher resolution sensors.  FX-30 is recent proof of this.  Will Sony release a A6800 or A8000 ??  I don’t know, but the next rumor is ‘quasi’ related to the APS-C rumor.

Sony will release a 500/4 lens, and a speed booster in 2023. The new FE lens is coming as the global chip shortage is almost gone. (Chip bloat is coming) It won’t quite be 500mm, but actually 485, but sold as a 500mm.  F-stop will be 4.12, and not a 4.0, but this new GM lens will be sold as a 500/4.  I have no idea on pricing, but probably between €7k and €9k.

Speed Booster will concentrate Full-Frame FE down to APS-C E-size.  Speed booster is intended to boost the APS-C camera market.  Hopefully the E-Mount speed booster will work for ALL FE lenses, not just GM lenses.

Personally, I'd love to see an aps-c version of the FX6...

]]> Sony FX30 http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/27328/sony-fx30 Wed, 28 Sep 2022 14:30:56 +0000 Eno 27328@/talks/discussions image

Sony just announced the FX30, a Super35 / APS-C video camera aimed at small-scale video and social media production. It's essentially a 26MP APS-C version of the FX3, and promises high-end production values at a more attainable price.

Key specifications

  • Oversampled UHD 4K (6K capture) up to 60p
  • UHD 4K/120p capture with additional 1.62x crop
  • In-body image stabilization
  • 10-bit 4:2:2 or 4:2:0 capture in a choice H.265 or H.264-based AVC formats
  • S-Cinetone color profile
  • S-Log2 / S-Log3 with uploadable LUTs for previewing or applying to footage
  • '16-bit' Raw video output
  • No mechanical shutter mechanism
  • Front and rear tally lamps

Initial review:

https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/sony-fx30-initial-review

]]> NEX-C3 announced http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/196/nex-c3-announced Wed, 08 Jun 2011 05:32:03 +0000 Mimirsan 196@/talks/discussions Aperture,exposure,white balance have been replaced with background defocus,brightness & colour in case y'know people are too dim to understand DSLR terminology (yet Sony say its a bridge between compacts & Dslrs haha) yet smaller design (dont they realise once you slap a lens on it you lose all portability...all a smaller body does is lose practicality with detachable lens cameras)
All I can really see is all theyve done is dumb things down more ,change the body to look less boxy (Sony think this is a upgrade)
if people want a point and shoot they would probably just get a compact.
Least many years ago when pentax released the auto 110 they had small lenses to go with it.
Sorry for the rant but the way things are going with the camera (along with gf3) size war/dumbing down is stupid.]]> Change language in sony cameras A7r3/A7r4 http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/27203/change-language-in-sony-cameras-a7r3a7r4 Thu, 14 Jul 2022 17:14:30 +0000 napHuLLIa 27203@/talks/discussions Hello everyone, I need help in flashing the language of my cameras, there is an English language, but I'm from Ukraine and I need Russian or Ukrainian menu language

]]> Sony Alpha 1, 8K top model with record margins http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/25142/sony-alpha-1-8k-top-model-with-record-margins Tue, 26 Jan 2021 15:31:38 +0000 Eno 25142@/talks/discussions image

Specs

  • 50.1MP CMOS FF sensor with integrated memory and some simple processing
  • Two BIONZ XR main LSI, as Sony no longer can afford special LSI for top models
  • 759 AF points
  • AF tracking in up to 4K120 modes, algorithms are still lot to be desired for video, fall short of Canon
  • 9.44million dots EVF
  • 8K30P video, more marketing similar to Canon, some modes do not work with it, processing simplified
  • 30 min limit or early heat shutoff in 8K
  • S-Log support
  • 30fps stills for CFExpress cards
  • In AF-C mode only few lenses will work with >20fps and none of third party ones (they are limited to 16fps)
  • 15 stops DR (marketing DR, unknown how measured)
  • APS-C work with 21mp crop
  • Sensor reading speed is 1.5x of previous models
  • 16 shorts pixel shift mode makes 200mp results
  • Supports 10bit HEIF stills
  • Active mode electronic image stabilization supported
  • $6500 for body at

Description and specs: https://www.sony.com/electronics/interchangeable-lens-cameras/ilce-1

Full size samples: https://www.sony.net/Products/di_photo-gallery/camera/ILCE-1/

8K video:

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]]> Sony A7s III, 4K 60p and FHD 240p, late and sligthly disfunctional Sony child http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/17956/sony-a7s-iii-4k-60p-and-fhd-240p-late-and-sligthly-disfunctional-sony-child Wed, 11 Oct 2017 01:28:13 +0000 paglez 17956@/talks/discussions image

Rumored specs

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]]> Sony A6400 camera topic http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/21319/sony-a6400-camera-topic Mon, 14 Jan 2019 21:25:52 +0000 Vitaliy_Kiselev 21319@/talks/discussions image

  • World's Fastest 0.02 seconds AF acquisition speed plus 425 phase-detection and contrast-detection AF points covering approximately 84% of image area
  • Advanced Real-time Eye AF
  • New Real-time Tracking for object tracking
  • 24.2MP APS-C Exmor™ CMOS image sensor and latest-generation BIONZ X™ image processor
  • 180-degree fully tiltable LCD touch screen for self-recording
  • High-speed continuous shooting at up to 11 fps mechanical shutter / 8 fps silent shooting with continuous AF/AE tracking
  • High-resolution 4K movie recording with full pixel readout and no pixel binning, plus advanced AF speed and stability
    • 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
    • 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
    • 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
    • 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
    • 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
    • 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 60 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
    • 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 25 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
    • 1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 24 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, AAC
    • 1920 x 1080 @ 50i / 17 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, AAC
    • 1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 16 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
  • Interval recording for time-lapse videos

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]]> Sony FX3 - they want to sell to you same thing again http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/25208/sony-fx3-they-want-to-sell-to-you-same-thing-again Thu, 11 Feb 2021 17:32:48 +0000 Vitaliy_Kiselev 25208@/talks/discussions image

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  • 12MP FF sensor, old one Sony used before
  • MB comes from A7S3
  • No ND filters as A7S3 MB can't support this
  • Almost no internal changes compared to A7S3
  • IBIS with active mode
  • Still mode is same to other Sony cameras
  • Takes CFexpress A cards
  • Records 4k/120p
  • From SAR
  • Reuses same elements and LSI from usual Sony E mount cameras
  • Active cooling and quite good
  • Xlr adapter included
  • S-Cinetone
  • NPFZ 100 battery
  • Price is 3795 Euro without VAT
  • Preorder start on Feb 23

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]]> a6400 Language hack please!!! http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/22817/a6400-language-hack-please Wed, 23 Oct 2019 09:10:47 +0000 rlxsjp 22817@/talks/discussions Hi, I purchased the japanese version a6400 unknowingly, and cannot return it. I know there is a language hack for the siblings of this camera, I was hoping something would be being worked on for this one. Any info out there?

]]> Sony A7iii Japanese to English http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/26725/sony-a7iii-japanese-to-english Sat, 19 Feb 2022 08:09:45 +0000 Kumba 26725@/talks/discussions I recently Bought a Sony A7iii form Japan and when I got it it was Only Japanese. There are few threds here but non of them are in recent years.. Did any one have a chance to change the domestic model to English? Please help

]]> Sony A7 IV - careful small steps in the wrong direction http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/23374/sony-a7-iv-careful-small-steps-in-the-wrong-direction Wed, 15 Jan 2020 08:52:32 +0000 Vitaliy_Kiselev 23374@/talks/discussions image

Specs

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]]> Sony ZV-E10 APS-C camera, next attempt for same niche http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/25630/sony-zv-e10-aps-c-camera-next-attempt-for-same-niche Mon, 10 May 2021 21:52:14 +0000 Vitaliy_Kiselev 25630@/talks/discussions image

Specs

]]> Sony A7c - aunt Sonya couldn't make anything good, again http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/23995/sony-a7c-aunt-sonya-couldnt-make-anything-good-again Mon, 22 Jun 2020 16:55:34 +0000 Vitaliy_Kiselev 23995@/talks/discussions image

Specs:

  • FF body made for vloggers (as advertised), design similar to cheap A6600
  • 24.2Mp old cheap sensor (same as in Panasonic S5, but with enabled Phase Detection sensors)
  • four year old LSI
  • Old tech 2.3Mdots OLED EVF, cheap optics
  • XAVC S 4K modes
    • 3840 x 2160 4:2:0, 8bit, 30p, 100Mbps and 60Mbps
    • 3840 x 2160 4:2:0, 8bit, 25p, 100Mbps and 60Mbps
    • 3840 x 2160 4:2:0, 8bit, 24p, 100Mbps and 60Mbps
  • XAVC S HD
    • 1920 x 1080 4:2:0, 8bit 120p 100Mbps and 60Mbps
    • 1920 x 1080 4:2:0, 8bit 100p 100Mbps and 60Mbps
    • 1920 x 1080 4:2:0, 8bit 60p 50Mbps and 25Mbps
    • 1920 x 1080 4:2:0, 8bit 50p 50Mbps and 25Mbps
    • 1920 x 1080 4:2:0, 8bit 30p 50Mbps and 16Mbps
    • 1920 x 1080 4:2:0, 8bit 25p 50Mbps and 16Mbps
    • 1920 x 1080 4:2:0, 8bit 24p 50Mbps
  • Slow & Quick Motion fps
    • 1fps, 2fps, 4fps, 8fps, 15fps, 30fps, 60fps, 120fps
    • 1fps, 2fps, 3fps, 6fps, 12fps, 25fps, 50fps, 100fps
  • Proxy 720p 9Mbps recording
  • IBIS is present, 5 stops efficiency, significantly cheapened and smaller sensor movement
  • Rear screen is fully articulating 3", but with reduced resolution -921kdots, touch screen.
  • Cheap case construction
  • 10 fps serial shooting
  • Overheating build in, lacks any heatspreader
  • 3.5mm mike port and a headphone jack
  • Ports prone to breaking (planned obsolescence)
    • like HDMI micro connector
  • NP-FZ100 battery
  • Single SDHC slot
  • Wi-Fi (11a/b/g/n/ac) and Bluetooth 4.1 (due to old LSI used)
  • NFC
  • Lacks pop-up flash
  • USB Type-C port
  • 124x71.1x59.7mm
  • 509g with battery (body only 424g)
  • Initial in spring price was planned as $999, but Sony management want profits and it is not much competition now

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]]> Sony A7 III 4K Camera with S-LOG and HLG http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/19021/sony-a7-iii-4k-camera-with-s-log-and-hlg Thu, 15 Feb 2018 12:09:36 +0000 Vitaliy_Kiselev 19021@/talks/discussions image

Specifications

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]]> Sony RX0 II Camera Topic http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/21616/sony-rx0-ii-camera-topic Mon, 25 Feb 2019 06:30:09 +0000 Vitaliy_Kiselev 21616@/talks/discussions image

Specs

]]> Sony RX100 IV M4 4K 1000fps camera http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/13152/sony-rx100-iv-m4-4k-1000fps-camera Wed, 10 Jun 2015 11:48:52 +0000 Vitaliy_Kiselev 13152@/talks/discussions image

NEW YORK, Jun. 10, 2015 – Sony – a worldwide leader in digital imaging and the world's largest image sensor manufacturer1 – has today announced two of the most advanced, versatile Cyber-shot cameras ever to come to market, the compact RX100 IV (model DSC-RX100M4) and high-zoom RX10 II (model DSC-RX10M2) cameras.

The two new models both feature the world's first 1.0" type stacked Exmor RS CMOS sensor with advanced signal processing and an attached DRAM memory chip. The high speed signal processing and DRAM memory chip work together to enable more than 5x faster readout of image data and are responsible for a variety of standout features that have previously been available in only a select few professional-level video cameras. These impressive capabilities include 40x super slow motion video capture at up to 960 fps4,5, an ultra-fast Anti-Distortion Shutter with a maximum speed of 1/32000 second, high resolution 4K movie shooting and more.

"Utilizing Sony's decades of expertise in digital imaging, we've made it possible for everyday customers to enjoy a professional imaging experience with the new RX100 IV and RX10 II cameras. With the power of the world's first 1.0-type Stacked CMOS sensor packed into a compact, portable body, these new cameras bring the excitement and creativity of high frame rate shooting, 4K recording and a variety of other pro-quality features to a whole new audience." said Kimio Maki, Senior General Manager of Digital Imaging Business Group for Sony Corporation.

Kelly Davis, Vice President of Digital Imaging for Sony North America, added "The new RX100 IV and RX10 II models make a strong statement for Sony, as they break through all existing boundaries of compact cameras and will allow professionals, hobbyists and enthusiasts to capture images and video that they never before thought were possible."

Up to 40x Super Slow Motion Shooting

A first for Sony consumer cameras, the new RX100 IV and RX10 II both have the ability to record super slow-motion video at up to 40x slower than the standard rate, allowing users to capture and replay fleeting moments of action with incredible detail, resolution and clarity.

Prior to shooting, users will have the ability to choose among 960fps, 480fps and 240 fps frame rates and among 60p, 30p and 24p playback formats4,5 to optimize the recording to fit the speed of the moving subject, with the option to use the movie record button as a 'start trigger' to begin recording once button is pressed or 'end trigger' to record footage up until the button is pressed. The 'end trigger' mode lets shooting begin 2 to 4 seconds before the movie button is pressed, enabling shooters to capture the decisive moment with much more consistency and accuracy. For reference, two seconds of movie footage shot at 960 fps and 24p would take about 80 seconds to play back.

High Speed Shutter, High Speed Shooting

The impressive speed and power of the 1.0" type stacked Exmor RS CMOS sensor with an attached DRAM chip allows the new RX100IV and RX10 II to perform exceptionally well while capturing fast-moving subjects. Specifically, it's fast processing capability results in continuous speeds at up to 16 fps on the RX100 IV and up to 14 fps on the RX10 II for an extended period of time.

Additionally, the ultra-fast readout of the image sensor is responsible for the high speed Anti-Distortion Shutter (maximum speed of 1/32000 second), which allow the new cameras to capture sharp, crystal clear images with a wide open aperture at brightness levels up to EV197. It also minimizes the "rolling shutter" effect commonly experienced with fast moving subjects. This allows photographers and videographers to capture beautiful content with sharply focused subjects and defocused backgrounds under some of the most difficult, bright lighting conditions.

High Precision Direct 4K Movie Recording

The new RX100IV and RX10 II models are the first Cyber-shot cameras to offer the advantages of 4K (QFHD 3840x2160) movie recording6. The cameras utilize full pixel readout without pixel binning to ensure that all the finer details of 4K video are captured with minimal moire and 'jaggies'. These high-quality results are achieved through use of the XAVC S codec, which records video at a high data rate of 100 Mbps during 4K recording and 50 Mbps during full HD shooting.

The capacity for shooting 4K differs slightly on each of the two cameras, as the more professionally styled RX10 II can shoot 4K video at extended lengths (up to 29 minutes in the US), while the more casual, pocket-friendly RX100 IV can shoot 4K clips at up to about 5 minutes in length. Additional professional caliber video features on both of the new cameras include Picture Profile, S-Log2/S-Gamut, and more. Both cameras also have advanced dual video recording functionality, allowing shooters to capture 16.8 MP still images during 4K video recording in any of 11 different composition patterns simply by pressing the shutter button.

Versatility in Design, High Speed AF

The new RX100 IV maintains the compact, pocket-sized design of the RX100 family, and has a ZEISS® Vario-Sonnar T* 24-70mm (35mm equivalent) F1.8-F2.8 lens, while the new RX10 II maintains the same body design as the original RX10 and has a ZEISS® Vario-Sonnar T* 24-200mm (35mm equivalent) F2.8 lens.

Each of the cameras is equipped with a new high-contrast XGA OLED Tru-Finder™ with approximately 2.35 million dots of resolution, ensuring true-to-life image preview and playback functionality. The RX100 IV maintains the convenient retractable EVF with ZEISS® T* coating from the RX100 III model that debuted last year.

Both of the two new models feature an upgraded Fast Intelligent AF system that enables high-speed, high-precision contrast detection of a moving subject in as little as 0.09 seconds8. Sony's proprietary AF algorithm allows them to recognize and lock-in on a subject with a simple half-press of the shutter button at a much more efficient rate compared to previous models. The new cameras are also Wi-Fi® and NFC™ compatible and can access Sony's growing range of PlayMemories Camera Applications. Learn more at www.sony.net/pmca.

Aesthetically, both of the new models feature a variety of customizable controls and buttons to fit any shooter's style. The RX10 II adds dust and moisture resistance as well.

There is also a new stylish soft carrying case for, model LCS-RXG, that has been introduced. Made of quality natural leather and available in brown and black colors, it is an ideal complement to the sleek designs of all the RX100 series cameras including the new RX100 IV model.

Pricing and Availability

The new Sony Cyber-shot RX100 IV(model DSC-RX100M4) compact and RX10 II (model DSC-RX10M2) high-zoom camera will be available this July for about $1000 and $1300, respectively. Pre-sales for each model will begin on June 17th.

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Specs

  • 42MP Full-Frame Exmor R BSI CMOS Sensor
  • BIONZ X Image Processor
  • 5-Axis SteadyShot INSIDE Stabilization
  • 399 Phase-Detect AF Points & 5 fps Burst
  • Internal 4K XAVC S Video & S-Log2 Gamma
  • Weather-Resistant Magnesium Alloy Body
  • Built-In Wi-Fi Connectivity with NFC
  • 3,5x faster than the A7r
  • AF is about 40% faster compared to A7r
  • Shipping - August
  • Price - $3200
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  • 61.0 MP1 35 mm full frame (35.7×23.8mm) Exmor R CMOS sensor
  • BIONZ X image processing engine
  • Outdated video specs
    • 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
    • 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
    • 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
    • 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
    • 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
    • 1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 24 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital
    • 1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
    • 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
    • 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
  • Fast Hybrid AF with 567-point focal-plane phase-detection AF and 425-point contrast-detection AF
  • High-speed continuous shooting of up to 10fps25 with AF/AE tracking
  • Reliability and operational comfort supporting professional workflow
  • Compatible with Sony E-mount lenses
  • Battery Life: Approx. 530 shots (Viewfinder)/approx. 670 shots (LCD monitor) (CIPA standard)26
  • 1.3 cm (0.5 type) electronic viewfinder (color), UXGA OLED
  • 2.95 inch (3.0-type) wide type TFT Monitor
  • $3500 at

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Product page

https://www.sony.com/electronics/interchangeable-lens-cameras/ilce-6600

]]> Ninja V / A7siii, Help http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/25783/ninja-v-a7siii-help- Tue, 29 Jun 2021 23:46:51 +0000 jclmedia 25783@/talks/discussions Ive been trying to figure out how I got Prores files / AVI to playback in W10. I reformatted and thought I have all right codecs installed ect.

I reg. Prores Raw and DNxHD ect. I have adobe premiere pro and it reads them fine and plays them ]\ I have VLC MPC player and those dont work either.

If anyone can he lp me that would be nice.

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Specs:

Site info - http://www.sony.com/electronics/interchangeable-lens-cameras/ilce-6500

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]]> Sensation! Sony want to release Sony a6xxx with new premium pricing http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/25572/sensation-sony-want-to-release-sony-a6xxx-with-new-premium-pricing Mon, 26 Apr 2021 17:19:30 +0000 Vitaliy_Kiselev 25572@/talks/discussions

Three reliable sources told me: By the end of May Sony will announce a new High End APS-C E-mount camera. It will be the successor of the A6600.

What I also can tell is that the body of the new camera will only have smaller tweaks and changes while the sensor should be really new and one source wasn’t yet sure but he thinks it will have around 30MP.

Rumors are that we will see few "new" things:

  • New APS-C sensors development is almost stopped in 2020, but we will see new sensors as development time is around 3 years
  • Sony won't make any new LSI, at least 2021 due to tight cuts and lack of funds, existing LSI price for Sony already jumped around 45%
  • Yet some FF features will be ported
  • We will see record price jumps without any BIG features change

As far as I hear EU sales talks - Sony soon plan to roll back into comfortable and high marginal second place. ALl resources now go to be able to compete with Samsung in smalls sensors market - autos and smartphones. It will be important for company to survive coming price wars, as it is only computer games and sensors that keep Sony afloat.

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