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New firmware update enables XAVC S format video recording to SDHC memory cards with Sony a7R II and a7S II
New firmware update for the Sony a7R II and a7S II enable XAVC S format video recording to SDHC memory cards. Prior to the update XAVC S format video could only be recorded to SDXC cards. “Any recorded files larger than 4GB will be split into multiple files to comply with a 4GB maximum file size limitation. […]
Sony a6300 Used for Xtender Friction Mount Promo Shoot
My good friend Shawn who is the inventor and owner of the Xtender Friction Mount line asked me for some help in shooting a demo for his products. I of course volunteered to help out but only if we can use the new Sony a6300. 😀 Shawn came over and brought his fiction mounts and […]
Sony a6300: Does it Overheat Shooting 4K 24p? Is the Rolling Shutter Bad? I Have Those Answers.
The Sony a6300 has so many nice upgrades from my favorite sidekick. Goes everywhere with me a6000. Incredibly fast auto focus and the Metabones adapter works very well with my Sigma 18-35. Still need to try other Canon lenses. 4K internal recorded footage looks really good. But……. One BIG issues came up and another I can […]
Getting Audio Into the Sony a6000. Yep. It can be done PLUS Sony UWP-D Wireless
I love my Sony a6000! (now $500) It’s been a great “take me everywhere” camera. It’s really become my blogging camera too. I can fit it in a bag with my favorite Sigma 30mm f2.8 DN lens, and I’m set for BTS shooting. Yes, it has its faults, but all cameras do, right? With all the […]
Sony’s new G Master 85mm Lens is a Telling Look into the Future
The new Sony G Master 85mm 1.4 GM is showing me that Sony is going to try to make a lens that will make video and stills shooters happy, but can this be done with the current 85mm 1.4 GM? Also worth noting that the G Master lenses are not a Zeiss/Sony partnership at least not […]
Sony Lens Rebate. Save Up to $200 on a Wide Selection Through Feb. 14th
Lots of Sony lenses and some other kit too like one of my favorites the a6000 for $498. with $50. OFF plus save on other cameras, flashes and adapters too. SAVE $200 on these Sony Lenses: • Save $200 on Sony 24mm f/1.8 ZA E-Mount Carl Zeiss Sonnar APS-C Lens • Save $200 on Sony 16-105mm […]
Aputure EZ Box, Veydra Mini Primes and FCPX. A Crazy Review of them ALL!
This is going to be an odd review. I decided to not only do a review of the new Aputure EZ Box but give you some first impressions of the Veydra Mini Primes and editing my first review with FCPX. Veydra Mini Primes in E-Mount I just received a set of Veydra Mini Primes […]
Black Sun Spot Issue With A7s II Now Fixed With Firmware 1.20
The black spot issue that mainly plagued the PAL versions of the a7s II is now fixable with this firmware update. I tried to get my NTSC version to fail but couldn’t. Now I’m seeing spots and need an eye exam. 😀 Follow me on Twitter @eriknaso and check out my page on Facebook. Thanks for coming by! […]
Ice Skaters at 120 fps With The Sony A7s II
Last night I went out to get a few shots for a promo I’m working on. Every year we do a Holiday Show that consist mainly of ice skaters. The rink is donated and all the proceeds go to a local Childrens Hospital. It’s great local event that goes for two months. My station is […]
Metabones Firmware V0.46 update for EF-E Smart Adapter MARK IV and EF-E Speed Booster ULTRA Now Available For Download
It’s Metabones firmware update time! V0.46 looks to improve a few bugs with Sigma and Tamron lenses and also autofocus support with the a7s II and a7R II PDAF speed improvement for most lenses. I haven’t tested yet but in the past I find most of these updates don’t make autofocus any better. Lets hope […]
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