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    Sony Camera will drive you to speechlessness

    Sony Alpha 77

    World's fastest shooting DSLR. Get action photos, HD Movies and Live View shots that other cameras miss, thanks to Sony's exclusive Translucent Mirror Technology. Enjoy 24.3 megapixel resolution—with the world's fastest shooting— up to 12 frames per second—and the world's first OLED electronic viewfinder.

    2nd Generation Translucent Mirror Design


    24.3 MP; best-in-class resolution

    World's fastest up to 12 fps continuous


    HD Movies at 60p, 60i, or 24p

    HD movies with full manual control

    HDMI output for HD viewing

    921K dot TruBlack LCD screen

    World's first OLED viewfinder

    Three-way tilt/swivel LCD screen

    AUTO+ (Advanced Auto) mode

    Top mounted LCD

    Full-time Phase Detection AF

    World's shortest release time lag

    Object Tracking AF

    19-point Auto Focus

    6-image layering

    Multi-frame NR

    Handheld Twilight mode

    Auto HDR built into camera

    ISO 16000 sensitivity


    11 Picture Effect modes

    3D Sweep Panorama

    Sweep Panorama Mode

    Built-in GPS

    Shot Result Preview

    Main Sensor Quick AF Live View

    SteadyShot INSIDE stabilization


    P/A/S/M exposure modes

    Sony Exmor technology

    Upgraded BIONZ image processor

    APS-C size HD CMOS image sensor

    Dynamic Range Optimizer (DRO)

    Face Detection and Registration

    Smile Shutter technology

    Slot for two media types

    Up to 530 Shots of battery life

    Rugged, magnesium alloy body

    Advanced Anti-Dust Technology

    Built-in Flash (GN12)


    There is also the A65 which is a little toned down version of this camera
    with the main difference being 10fps, 15 point auto focus, and some in-camera options

    i believe both are scheduled to release in October

    the A77 will be selling for
    1,999 w/lense
    1,399 body
    http://www.amazon.com/Sony-Transluce.../dp/B005IHAIC0

    A65 will be selling for
    999 w/lens
    899 body
    http://www.amazon.com/Sony-Transluce...6088030&sr=1-1


    let me know what you guys think
    I am personally thinking of saving up for the A65 and waiting for personal experience reviews to be released about it




    THE ANGRY TOMATO

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    So...question. I am not even close to being knowledgeable about photography equipment. Stats sound cool, but why is it that whenever I see professional photographers they're never holding anything but Nikon or Canon? Really not trying to incite a pissing contest or anything....just genuinely asking if Sony is a real "player" ?

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    Quote Originally Posted by zj96sc View Post
    So...question. I am not even close to being knowledgeable about photography equipment. Stats sound cool, but why is it that whenever I see professional photographers they're never holding anything but Nikon or Canon? Really not trying to incite a pissing contest or anything....just genuinely asking if Sony is a real "player" ?
    We need Casey, Neil, and Gabe to weigh in on this. Then we'll know.
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    So, if I want all those features, but only want to pay $300-400, what options do I have?

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    Quote Originally Posted by goofiefoot View Post
    So, if I want all those features, but only want to pay $300-400, what options do I have?
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    Quote Originally Posted by goofiefoot View Post
    So, if I want all those features, but only want to pay $300-400, what options do I have?

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    So here is what I think about the Sony A77.

    Go to a camera store or local retailer and pick up cameras, try to navigate menus, take a few shots, judge the weight, and just play with it in general for a minutes. Do this with several makes and brands of cameras. If you find one that is comfortable and just seems to make sense to you, that is the one you should go for. These are just tools, do not get caught up in 24.3 megapixel who ha crap. 1% of us will ever be good enough to shoot a billboard or something requiring files that size. A hammer from Walmart isnt much different than a hammer from Bob's Tool Emporium. Go with something that is comfortable in your hands and makes sense for you.

    The only concern I would have with Sony is aftermarket lens availability but apparently they are in bed with Minolta, so there is glass out there.

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    And while we are asking questions, I will throw this one out there: what's the point of 24.3 MP? Having been in the photography market for all of four weeks, it seems obvious to me that we're in the middle of a pixel war. Still, is this just a marketing gimmick? Other than Sony selling a grip of memory cards to accompany this camera, what's the point? And won't the higher res sensor (which will require more amplification -- because the pixels are so tiny) require more noise reduction? And, if it does, what does that mean for the camera as it moves into the higher ISO levels (which you'll need for low-light conditions)?

    What I also don't know, but would love to hear from the experts, is whether Sony is known for producing top-quality glass for its cameras. We know Nikon and Canon make great glass. How about Sony?

    As you can tell, I have more questions than answers. Looking forward to what the pros have to say.

    Signed,

    Guy who has owned a camera since August 23.

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    To answer your questions...

    Mo pixels mo problems...

    Memory card sales will skyrocket..Sony is known for having proprietary equipment.

    Sony = Minolta when it comes to glass so no issues there.

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