Sony Alpha series

[ziggy84]

A prime is a lens that doesn't zoom. A 35 or 50mm is what most people start with. The reason to get a prime is because they're affordable and have superior picture quality compared to cheaper zoom lenses.

Okay, I gotcha. Ya makes sense. Less glass, less moving parts. So the SLT technology. What is the benefit over the SLR's? Just better reliability because less moving parts internally? B&H photo has the A57 with 18-135 lens for $750, and a 18-55 for $100 cheaper

I also saw they have the Nikon D5100 with 18-55, 55-200 VR lens, 16gb memory card, 2 UV filters, and camera bag for $796. Just sayin...haha

I bought the recent issue of Shutterbug and saw the Lumix G5. Do you happen to know anything about Lumix? Correct me if I'm wrong, it's Panasonic right?

 

[CP1]

Get a NEX. Alpha cameras are really about the same size as other DSLR's in the same market level. NEX will get you the same sensor in a mirrorless (small) body, plus more support from Sony because they are investing more into the NEX line.

 

[skieur]

What do you mean by and a Prime?

A prime is a lens that doesn't zoom. A 35 or 50mm is what most people start with. The reason to get a prime is because they're affordable and have superior picture quality compared to cheaper zoom lenses.

Okay, I gotcha. Ya makes sense. Less glass, less moving parts. So the SLT technology. What is the benefit over the SLR's? Just better reliability because less moving parts internally? B&H photo has the A57 with 18-135 lens for $750, and a 18-55 for $100 cheaper

Benefit of the SLT over SLR is a quieter shutter, less camera vibration when the shutter is pressed, 100% viewfinder coverage vs. 95% for some SLRs, and real time viewfinder feedback on the visual effect of your camera adjustments.

skieur

 

[unpopular]

And the disadvantage is that the EVF sometimes has trouble with lag, especially in low light.

 

[skieur]

And the disadvantage is that the EVF sometimes has trouble with lag, especially in low light.

Of course, if you don't try panning your camera quickly in low light, it doesn't really matter.

skieur

 

[Kolia]

And the disadvantage is that the EVF sometimes has trouble with lag, especially in low light.

Of course, if you don't try panning your camera quickly in low light, it doesn't really matter.

skieur

Of course, if any one of you had actually tried to use the EVF from a a65 and above in low light, you would know there is no lag...

 

[fractionofasecond]

And the disadvantage is that the EVF sometimes has trouble with lag, especially in low light.

Of course, if you don't try panning your camera quickly in low light, it doesn't really matter.

skieur

Of course, if any one of you had actually tried to use the EVF from a a65 and above in low light, you would know there is no lag...

Same with my a37, there is no low light lag. Sheesh at least Sony tried to make something new, instead of making the same old viewfinders for how many years? Not to mention, it really helps when you need to make that quick adjustment between quick shots and don't have to take your eye off the viewfinder. One thing I LOVE is when your shooting outdoors with a horrific glare on the screen and trying to view the picture you just took. You can simply view your images through your viewfinder, with no glare! But in some ways, I love the digital viewfinder, and in other ways, I hate it. It has it's pros and cons.

 

[jfrabat]

And the disadvantage is that the EVF sometimes has trouble with lag, especially in low light.

Depends on the EVF; OLED does not have lag (A65, A77 and A99)