New Sony DSLR camera
Jun 22, 2017 22:35:27 #
Peterff wrote:
It has a translucent mirror, so why isn't it a DSL... (show quote)
translucent mirror only for AF to reflect part of the light to the phase detect AF sensor. The viewing is EVF. The mirror is not use for the image in the viewfinder thus it's not a reflex finder and not an SLR.
Jun 22, 2017 22:51:23 #
BebuLamar wrote:
translucent mirror only for AF to reflect part of the light to the phase detect AF sensor. The viewing is EVF. The mirror is not use for the image in the viewfinder thus it's not a reflex finder and not an SLR.
Does that matter? All of these cameras are changing, and will continue to do so in terms of technology and form factor. So long as they perform then that seems to be what matters. This Sony camera claims to do that. It may well do so, and time will tell. I expect camera design from all the major players will follow a similar path. When, and who those future players will be may be up for debate, but we have a way to go yet.
Jun 22, 2017 23:58:11 #
kakuenzli wrote:
I have an old Minolta SRT-101 camera. I want to up... (show quote)
With a adaptor (around $12.00) all your lenses for your SRT 101 lenses will work on a Sony A99.
It will look like this
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Minolta-MD-MC-Lens-to-Sony-Alpha-Minolta-AF-MA-mount-adapter-A77-A65-no-glass-/321502324983?hash=item4adb0828f7:g:79gAAOSw-jhT~GVA
Most all Minolta AF lenses will work, no adaptor needed.
Jun 23, 2017 01:18:00 #
Peterff wrote:
"SLR" is taken to imply that the mirror is moved out of the way in order to take a picture. It has a translucent mirror, so why isn't it a DSL... (show quote)
"SLT" is taken to imply that the light beam is split, so the mirror doesn't have to move.
Jun 23, 2017 06:57:52 #
mas24
Loc: Southern CA
rehess wrote:
"SLR" is taken to imply that the mirror is moved out of the way in order to take a picture.
"SLT" is taken to imply that the light beam is split, so the mirror doesn't have to move.
"SLT" is taken to imply that the light beam is split, so the mirror doesn't have to move.
I just learned something today. Thanks.
Jun 23, 2017 07:03:14 #
Based upon what previous answers have been, it looks like you can use your older lens ... but why not place both feet in the digital world. Leave your old lens behind - it may hurt for a few minutes but you won't regret it. BTW my first SLR was the 101; the thumb switch at the bottom to turn off the battery, drove me nuts and I sold the camera to a friend. Welcome to the DIGITAL world.
Jun 23, 2017 07:28:10 #
Peterff wrote:
Does that matter? All of these cameras are changing, and will continue to do so in terms of technology and form factor. So long as they perform then that seems to be what matters. This Sony camera claims to do that. It may well do so, and time will tell. I expect camera design from all the major players will follow a similar path. When, and who those future players will be may be up for debate, but we have a way to go yet.
Oh Peter! My response was to Rubin who warned the OP regarding the difficulty of manual focusing on modern DSLR because they don't have focusing aid. I pointed out that the A99ii isn't a DSLR and thus it doesn't have the problem of a focusing screen without focusing aid like split image. I didn't say if it's better or worse. It has the same disadvantages and advantages of a camera with an EVF.
Jun 23, 2017 08:38:02 #
If you believe anything and everything a salesperson tells you, you will never have any money.
Jun 23, 2017 09:26:01 #
Howard5252 wrote:
Based upon what previous answers have been, it looks like you can use your older lens ... but why not place both feet in the digital world. Leave your old lens behind - it may hurt for a few minutes but you won't regret it. BTW my first SLR was the 101; the thumb switch at the bottom to turn off the battery, drove me nuts and I sold the camera to a friend. Welcome to the DIGITAL world.
Those old Rokkor lenses are BEAUTIFUL.
Super sharp, very little distortion, and beautiful color rendition. The ONLY disadvantages are the lack of automation and anti-reflection coatings used on modern lenses designed for digital sensors.
But for what they can do, it is WELL worth finding a way to use them.
I wish I still had MY Rokkors...
Jun 23, 2017 10:52:31 #
AnthonyM
Loc: Pasadena, CA
I agree that mirrorless is probably your best bet with your old lenses. Sony, Fuji, Olympus and Panasonic all have mirrorless options for you to explore.
I've been using a Sony a7ii with lots of old lenses including MC/MD Rokkors, Nikkors, Canon FD, and even some old Soviet and East German lenses. With the Sony I get image stabilization, easy manual focus and, if you want to spend some cash, AUTOFOCUS with a Techart adapter.
Keep those Minolta lenses, buy an inexpensive Fotodiox adapter and rent a Sony emount camera. Once you try, you'll buy one I'm pretty sure.
I've been using a Sony a7ii with lots of old lenses including MC/MD Rokkors, Nikkors, Canon FD, and even some old Soviet and East German lenses. With the Sony I get image stabilization, easy manual focus and, if you want to spend some cash, AUTOFOCUS with a Techart adapter.
Keep those Minolta lenses, buy an inexpensive Fotodiox adapter and rent a Sony emount camera. Once you try, you'll buy one I'm pretty sure.
Jun 23, 2017 11:26:59 #
Jun 23, 2017 11:35:21 #
CHOLLY wrote:
Those old Rokkor lenses are BEAUTIFUL.
Super sharp, very little distortion, and beautiful color rendition. The ONLY disadvantages are the lack of automation and anti-reflection coatings used on modern lenses designed for digital sensors.
But for what they can do, it is WELL worth finding a way to use them.
I wish I still had MY Rokkors...
Super sharp, very little distortion, and beautiful color rendition. The ONLY disadvantages are the lack of automation and anti-reflection coatings used on modern lenses designed for digital sensors.
But for what they can do, it is WELL worth finding a way to use them.
I wish I still had MY Rokkors...
May be the OP should do what you did, getting rid of the old lenses.
Jun 23, 2017 11:38:24 #
PHRubin wrote:
Bear in mind that modern DSLRs do NOT have focusing aids (split screen and/or microprism) like the 35mm film cameras. Manual focusing without these aids is difficult. If possible, rent the camera and adapter and try working that way for a day.
I'm not sure what focusing aids Sony provides {nor what aids you have used}. I have always used comfortable DOF, because context is important to me, and under those conditions the focus peaking and focus confirmation Pentax provides today work better for me than the old split screen / microprism did {I had my old film camera out a couple of months ago, and used both systems within a few minutes of each other}
Jun 23, 2017 11:48:03 #
CHOLLY wrote:
Those old Rokkor lenses are BEAUTIFUL.
Super sharp, very little distortion, and beautiful color rendition. The ONLY disadvantages are the lack of automation and anti-reflection coatings used on modern lenses designed for digital sensors.
But for what they can do, it is WELL worth finding a way to use them.
I wish I still had MY Rokkors...
Super sharp, very little distortion, and beautiful color rendition. The ONLY disadvantages are the lack of automation and anti-reflection coatings used on modern lenses designed for digital sensors.
But for what they can do, it is WELL worth finding a way to use them.
I wish I still had MY Rokkors...
I have 3 old Nikon lenses that, in their day were fantastic. I CAN use them on my current bodies but you know what ... I now have no idea about exposure settings and I can't figure out how I ever got along without AUTOFOCUS.
Jun 23, 2017 11:50:38 #
BebuLamar wrote:
May be the OP should do what you did, getting rid of the old lenses.
Nah. My gear was stolen YEARS ago.
Had to start over from scratch.
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