Pretty much all of the reviewers invited to attend Sony's launch event in Brooklyn, New York were unanimous in declaring the 135mm f/1.8 GM the ideal portrait lens. I would argue that, far from being ideal, one should carefully examine their needs before even considering this lens. First, there's the weight factor - while Sony... Continue Reading →
ISOs Are All Phony
Thanks to Tony Northrup.
E Mount Versatility
Sony reaffirmed their unwavering support for and confidence in the E mount when they decided to use it in their $42,000 large format Venice cinema camera, chosen by James Cameron to shoot the two sequels to Avatar. In an interview with the Sony engineers who designed the Venice, Jon Fauer has this to say: I... Continue Reading →
Canon Capitulates
In online forums, not a few commenters insist that Sony must answer promptly to Canon's $1,299 crippled entry-level full frame mirrorless camera. But the very idea that Sony needs to respond to the EOS RP is absurd when you take a moment to think about it. Can you imagine Sony releasing a plastic-fantastic full frame... Continue Reading →
The Daejeon Chronicles 