Author Topic: Check out the Sony AIFA 55 (Read 8469 times)

Jonathan Ross · « **on:** December 02, 2010, 16:54 »

Hi All,

I have just seen work done by a photographer that uses the Sony AIFA 55 for all his HDR work. I was blown away, 14.4 cmos sensor 10801 video with jack for extra mike and a 5 frame HDR option the lens is interchangeable and shoots raw files. Check out this link and if anyone is using it please chime in on your experience. Here is a B & H link http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/692508-REG/Sony_NEX5K_S_Alpha_NEX_5_Interchangeable_Lens.html

Cheers,
Jonathan

click_click · « **Reply #1 on:** December 02, 2010, 17:52 »

60i

why even buy a camera now when it's obsolete in a couple of months...

Jonathan Ross · « **Reply #2 on:** December 02, 2010, 19:10 »

Hi click_click,

I usually invest in equipment that will save me time which saves me money. I could still be working in PS2 but PS5 makes my life a lot easier. I also just found out that the camera has added new mounts so you can use your Nikon and Canon lenses with it.

Best,
Jonathan

click_click · « **Reply #3 on:** December 02, 2010, 19:56 »

Quote from: Jonathan Ross on December 02, 2010, 19:10

Hi click_click,

I usually invest in equipment that will save me time which saves me money. I could still be working in PS2 but PS5 makes my life a lot easier. I also just found out that the camera has added new mounts so you can use your Nikon and Canon lenses with it.

Best,
Jonathan

I get your point - I'm just amazed at the speed of how fast new technologies are being pushed out. It starts getting harder and harder to keep up getting familiar with all your gear and software...

jbarber873 · « **Reply #4 on:** December 02, 2010, 20:29 »

My feeling is that you buy a piece of equipment only when it helps you accomplish something you couldn't do before. A camera body is a device for holding a lens in front of the sensor. Most photographers would benefit from a broader selection of lenses, not to mention professional lighting equipment and a good tripod. But it does seem like a cool camera for the money. I like the idea of the "panorama" feature- that could be fun to try.

Jonathan Ross · « **Reply #5 on:** December 02, 2010, 20:54 »

I agree Click Click,

I will plan on purchasing something then get side tracked for a few months and sure enough there is a better version for less money once I am ready to purchase. Hard to know when to buy and when not to for sure.

Best,
Jonathan

click_click · « **Reply #6 on:** December 02, 2010, 21:29 »

Quote from: Jonathan Ross on December 02, 2010, 20:54

I agree Click Click,

I will plan on purchasing something then get side tracked for a few months and sure enough there is a better version for less money once I am ready to purchase. Hard to know when to buy and when not to for sure.

Best,
Jonathan

I was looking forward to the new D7000 to get some 1080/24fps footage, but now it looks like a toy next to a $700 Sony with 1080 at 60i...

eppic · « **Reply #7 on:** December 03, 2010, 02:24 »

Personally I wouldnt bother with the NEX series from Sony. I've been a Sony DSLR user for the past few years and have owned the A350 and A700. Recently I purchased the A55 D-SLT camera which uses my Sony/ Minolta AF lenses (the NEX series uses a different mount) and the A55 16MP is now my main camera over the A700 because it's just that much better a performer. I'd definitely consider the A55 if I were you.

Jonathan Ross · « **Reply #8 on:** December 03, 2010, 13:55 »

Thanks Eppic,

Great info. I think I am going to pick one up,( ask for Christmas present ) and will report back once I have played with it.

Best,
Jonathan

eppic · « **Reply #9 on:** December 03, 2010, 23:25 »

The in-camera HDR and noise reduction features are really nice. The JPEGs are the cleanest I've ever seen (RAW is still better though) and AF is quite fast and works great in low light. I think you should be happy with it, just make sure you have a good lens to go with it.

SNP · « **Reply #10 on:** December 03, 2010, 23:39 »

Quote from: jbarber873 on December 02, 2010, 20:29

My feeling is that you buy a piece of equipment only when it helps you accomplish something you couldn't do before. A camera body is a device for holding a lens in front of the sensor. Most photographers would benefit from a broader selection of lenses, not to mention professional lighting equipment and a good tripod. But it does seem like a cool camera for the money. I like the idea of the "panorama" feature- that could be fun to try.

I agree with this. I recently upgraded my camera body, and it was a big upgrade for me. but the glass and lighting, IMO, matters most. my favourite lens is still a prime 35mm f/2 that I'm absolutely in love with. but I'm curious to come back and read Jonathan's review on this one. panoramas don't overly excite me, but when someone does them well...they are striking

Jonathan Ross · « **Reply #11 on:** December 04, 2010, 00:15 »

Hi All,

I took a few frames with the camera today down at our local shop Glazers and brought them home. I was not very impressed with the noise in the blacks and we could only find a three frame HDR bracket setting when playing with the camera. I am going to speak with my friend that uses a version he says can shoot 5 frames but I can't seem to locate it. I did find another tool that is kind of cool. Not something you have to have but if you are doing time lapse, HDR's or want your camera to auto bracket more than it offers check this link out. https://www.promotesystems.com/products/Promote-Control.html

Cheers,
Jonathan

red · « **Reply #12 on:** December 04, 2010, 00:40 »

For what it's worth, here is the review from dpreview. I usually find some good info there.
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/sonyslta55/

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