DSLR translucent mirror cameras
Jun 26, 2012 13:14:25 #
Racmanaz
Loc: Sunny Tucson!
What is your opinion or experience with the newer DSLT translucent mirror cameras? Are these cameras the future and is it worth investing in this technology at this point?
Should I start investing in this or stay with the DSLR's?
"I have neither of these at this point but shopping for a system.
Should I start investing in this or stay with the DSLR's?
"I have neither of these at this point but shopping for a system.
Jun 26, 2012 14:00:12 #
If you like to shoot in 'live view', than it is a definite consideration. If you just use the optical viewfinder than not so much.
Jun 26, 2012 14:03:54 #
Jun 26, 2012 14:05:13 #
Racmanaz
Loc: Sunny Tucson!
M thinking is that with a camera that does not have a mirror that flips up and down, you will have less vibration to make faster macro/micro shots.
Jun 26, 2012 14:40:12 #
I like the idea of this technology. I have a friend that has a Sony with this technology. I like the frame rate she can get versus my Canon 40D. However, her particular camera lacks some of the capabilities that I frequently use, and so I continue to watch this technology to see improvement in the offerings to see more options in the future.
To me, this is the future. I am just hoping that more manufacturers will adopt this. Going without a mirror allows for a quicker frame rate if in burst mode. In my opinion, there's no loss of quality with the images. There's only an improvement. And it's one less moving part, so it seems to me to be more reliable for a period of time.
I suspect that in 10 years, there will be fewer DSLRs and emphasis will be more toward the mirrorless cameras. My crystal ball is broken though, so who knows.
To me, this is the future. I am just hoping that more manufacturers will adopt this. Going without a mirror allows for a quicker frame rate if in burst mode. In my opinion, there's no loss of quality with the images. There's only an improvement. And it's one less moving part, so it seems to me to be more reliable for a period of time.
I suspect that in 10 years, there will be fewer DSLRs and emphasis will be more toward the mirrorless cameras. My crystal ball is broken though, so who knows.
Jun 26, 2012 14:40:35 #
This technology has been out now for several years in one form or another. I had it on my Fuji bridge camera and had no problems at all. Sony has taken this technology much further. It is just part of the normal evolution of dslr cameras. In a few years almost all cameras will use this technology. It has many advantages for it eliminates a lot of moving parts allowing for faster shooting and improving other aspects.
If you are looking at Sony cameras, don't be hesitant. They already have it down to a science. The only downside is that since the viewfinder is now electronic, it consumes a little more of the battery resulting having to charge it more often. Not a big deal. Just look it up on the net and you will see what it does and how it works.
If you are looking at Sony cameras, don't be hesitant. They already have it down to a science. The only downside is that since the viewfinder is now electronic, it consumes a little more of the battery resulting having to charge it more often. Not a big deal. Just look it up on the net and you will see what it does and how it works.
Jun 26, 2012 14:42:52 #
I would add that it might be worth going to a camera store and getting them to pull one from under the counter and let you play with it there in the store. See get the feel of it; the weight, and get to hear the shutter and how well the thing operates.
Jun 26, 2012 14:45:45 #
Racmanaz
Loc: Sunny Tucson!
I have been taking a close look at the Sony a55 and a57 and is the reason why I asled this question...those cameras are an amazing technology. The question is...what about the image quality?
Jun 26, 2012 14:49:35 #
I have a friend that has one of the new cameras. I can't remember if she has the a55 or not. I was impressed with the camera.
If I were looking to buy, I would do 2 things before purchasing.
One, I would do a lot of googling for consumer testing of the product. There are all kinds of review sites for various cameras, and they should be able to provide the kind of information you're after as far as image quality. They will also comment about various features too, so that's important.
After doing that research, I would go to a camera store and try one out. Being armed with the research prior to this, will allow you to ask good questions from the people in the store, and hopefully, you'll get better information before the purchase.
If I were looking to buy, I would do 2 things before purchasing.
One, I would do a lot of googling for consumer testing of the product. There are all kinds of review sites for various cameras, and they should be able to provide the kind of information you're after as far as image quality. They will also comment about various features too, so that's important.
After doing that research, I would go to a camera store and try one out. Being armed with the research prior to this, will allow you to ask good questions from the people in the store, and hopefully, you'll get better information before the purchase.
Jun 26, 2012 15:12:24 #
Racmanaz wrote:
The image quality on these two are superb. However Sony has dropped the a55 as well as my model, the a580. Look at some of my posts and tell me what you think. Also, I would suggest that you look at the a65. I am taking a hard look at this one and am considering using this as my main camera and my a580 as my back up since my daughter won't give me my a500 back.I have been taking a close look at the Sony a55 and a57 and is the reason why I asled this question...those cameras are an amazing technology. The question is...what about the image quality?
Jun 26, 2012 15:51:37 #
oldmalky
Loc: West Midlands,England.
My friend has the a55 and swears by it but reckons it is hard to find now the a57 has replaced it,he has urged me to go for the a57 as it has a tad more than the a55.
Jun 26, 2012 18:09:40 #
Google DSLR vs Mirrorless for a variety of articles and videos on the web, but for now this site seems to be a pretty easy primer http://www.mirrorless-dslr-guide.com/mirrorless-vs-normal-dslr.html
Jun 27, 2012 06:00:55 #
I invested in a Sony SLT-A65 body recently having used a Sony A100 for some years, all my old lenses fit the A65. The camera is superb, the electronic viewfinder is fantastic especially with peaking colour focusing and the built in digital pitch and roll level.
Multi frame noise reduction for hand held low light shots is amazing. This camera is full of great features, get you hands on one and have a look - be surprised if you are not very tempted to buy one!
Multi frame noise reduction for hand held low light shots is amazing. This camera is full of great features, get you hands on one and have a look - be surprised if you are not very tempted to buy one!
Jun 27, 2012 07:08:09 #
Racmanaz wrote:
I have been taking a close look at the Sony a55 and a57 and is the reason why I asled this question...those cameras are an amazing technology. The question is...what about the image quality?
Racmanaz: You asked about image quality. I am by no means a professional photographer, but I have no complaints or concerns about the image quality of the A55.
( It is my understanding that Sony is just now introducing the A37 SLT which is another option for your consideration )
Jun 27, 2012 08:34:28 #
JRD
Loc: Pennsylvania
I've been using my A55 since December, replacing my A100, and I love it. The photo quality is great, it is light in weight, and all of my lenses are transferable. It is fast if you need it, and great in low light situations. I got an extra battery with a higher capacity, and have no problem going all day and then some shooting several hundred photos with hot shoe flash. I recently did a photo directory for my church. I had both cameras there, but used only the A55, and it was great.
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