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TSnlik
post Jan 25 2012, 10:46 AM, updated 14y ago

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The SONY NEX Thread V3
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Review pages
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NEX-3 and NEX-5:
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/SonyNex5Nex3/

NEX-C3:
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/sonynexc3/
NEX-5N:
http://www.dpreview.com/products/sony/slrs/sony_nex5n

NEX-6:
Nex-6 Early Review

NEX-7:
http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/sonynex7/

NEX-F3:
DPreview of sony-alpha-nex-f3
http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/31/sony-nex-f3-review/


E-Mount Lenses review:
http://www.photozone.de/sony_nex
Kurt review of Tamron 18200 NEX
ephotozine.com tamron-18-200mm-f-3-5-6-3-di-iii-vc-nex-lens-review
Kurt review of sony_nex_55_210mm
review-sony-50mm-f1-8-nex
lenstip Lens_review-Sigma_19_mm_f_2.8_EX_DN
lenstip Lens_review-Sigma_30_mm_f_2.8_EX_DN
slrlensreview carl-zeiss-sonnar-24mm-f18-nex-lens-review


Adapters
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Sony LA-EA1
Sony LA-EA2

metabones-ef-to-e-mount-adapter-for-sony-nex-review
Kipon
sony-nex-5-and-adapter-a-quick-test-with-the-leica-50-summarit-lens

Sony accessories
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Sony NEX Accessories

Sony Workshops
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Sony Alpha Workshop Listing

Lowyat.Net NEX Photo Gallery
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http://forum.lowyat.net/topic/1480097


NEX-3,5,7 Firmware links
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http://www.sony-asia.com/support/productca...+e+mount+camera

1. Click on the picture of your camera or type in your model in the search textbox.
2. Click on the Downloads Tab.
3. Select your operating system
4. Click on 'Go to Download Page' link
5. Please follow the detailed instructions and illustrations provided by Sony.

Upgrading of firmware is a risky procedure; do it with utmost care and attention:
> When performing the firmware upgrade, please use a fully charged rechargeable battery pack NP-FW50 or the AC adaptor AC-PW20 (sold separately).

> Do not remove the battery or AC adaptor during the upgrade; otherwise, the camera may become inoperable due to the sudden power shutdown.

>Remove the memory card from the camera beforehand.

>When using an A-mount lens with the LA-EA2 Mount Adaptor (sold separately) and setting to use the AF Micro Adj. function, the registered value is reset


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NEX-3 / NEX-C3
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NEX-F3
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NEX-5 / NEX-5N
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NEX-6
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NEX-7
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NEX-9
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Previous NEX topics
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The SONY NEX Discussion Thread V1
The SONY NEX Discussion Thread V2

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Guys, anybody keen on a body grip for NEX-C3?

http://forum.lowyat.net/topic/2198296

Will let go at a good price smile.gif
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Hurray on the new thread, finally.. lolz

Just wanna ask which shoulder strap and camera bag do you guyz use? I dun like the strap that come with the camera sad.gif
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post Jan 25 2012, 02:41 PM

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post Jan 25 2012, 10:06 PM

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post Jan 26 2012, 04:45 PM

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hi guys, i want to ask which model should i get NEX C3 or NEX 5? I am new to photography, and i have narrowed down to NEX C3 but dont know whether I should get this model or otherwise, in dilemma. Good for long term? any problems using the camera?
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post Jan 26 2012, 05:30 PM

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Go for 5n
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post Jan 27 2012, 10:23 PM

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Happy Chinese New Year. Planted some p-u-s-s-y willows, and they are blooming nicely.

5N + Tamron SP AF90/2.8 Macro.

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/edit : p-u-s-s-y is actually censored? Unbelievable.

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post Jan 27 2012, 10:42 PM

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QUOTE(Aeon89 @ Jan 26 2012, 04:45 PM)
hi guys, i want to ask which model should i get NEX C3 or NEX 5? I am new to photography, and i have narrowed down to NEX C3 but dont know whether I should get this model or otherwise, in dilemma. Good for long term? any problems using the camera?
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Go for Nex5N, you wouldn't regret to get it
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post Jan 28 2012, 12:55 PM

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So fast changed to v3


I am a Nex 5N user too.




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Hi,

I'm wondering if its worth selling my NEX 5 cam with the dual lens? How much can it fetch right now, actually?

Thanks.
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post Jan 28 2012, 04:44 PM

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A little poison for those who are eyeing the NEX 7... tongue.gif tongue.gif



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post Jan 29 2012, 09:26 AM

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QUOTE(micdy @ Jan 28 2012, 05:11 PM)
A little poison for those who are eyeing the NEX 7...  tongue.gif  tongue.gif


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Im more curious about the lense they showed later on tongue.gif
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post Jan 29 2012, 10:03 AM

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From the way he was using it, it seems more like a camera to fiddle with rather than a camera to really shoot with on the go. LOL.
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post Jan 29 2012, 02:53 PM

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post Jan 29 2012, 09:10 PM

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whats the difference from NEX C3 and 5N other than the touchscreen? =X noob question still in dilemma, since the price for these two differs. still wondering what should i get >.<
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So I've heard that the NEX-7 is in the Malaysian warehouse, just waiting for the approval to sell.
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i want to try nex7.
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Wanna share a few pics I took not long ago with my 5N. The sharpness and colours (hard to judge if your monitor is TN-panel) on this thing is just simply awesome, really happy with the purchase. By the way, please add my name in the 5N user list, thanks! biggrin.gif

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My wish atm would be to buy an EVF, if only the price wasn't so insanely high sad.gif Kinda hard to view the LCD under broad daylight, sometimes have to agak-agak take shots.

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QUOTE(albnok @ Jan 29 2012, 10:07 PM)
So I've heard that the NEX-7 is in the Malaysian warehouse, just waiting for the approval to sell.
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Release date? If it is any closer, I can defer my purchase from Taipei for local version. I've waited more than half a year for this. Not sure I can wait any longer.
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Guys, I have a 16GB Pendrive class 10 SDHC which performs noticeably slower than the free Sony 8GB class 4 SDHC on my Nex-5N.

Because of that, I assume Pendrive is a lousy brand.

I'm planning to get a new 16GB or 32GB SD card. Sony is expensive, which brand would you all recommend?
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QUOTE(albnok @ Jan 29 2012, 10:07 PM)
So I've heard that the NEX-7 is in the Malaysian warehouse, just waiting for the approval to sell.
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Apparently Sony does not allow the shops to sell it before February 15....
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Hi Fellow NEX devotees, consider me a newbie here as I'm just upgraded from NEX-3 to NEX-5ND White. Love all the comments and learn a lot from all sifu here.....

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QUOTE(stringfellow @ Jan 29 2012, 11:16 PM)
Release date? If it is any closer, I can defer my purchase from Taipei for local version. I've waited more than half a year for this. Not sure I can wait any longer.
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Me too, can't wait lio.

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QUOTE(whateva2k @ Jan 30 2012, 03:14 PM)
Guys, I have a 16GB Pendrive class 10 SDHC which performs noticeably slower than the free Sony 8GB class 4 SDHC on my Nex-5N.

Because of that, I assume Pendrive is a lousy brand.

I'm planning to get a new 16GB or 32GB SD card. Sony is expensive, which brand would you all recommend?
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If SD cards, look no further than the Sandisk extreme pro series..

Cost roughly bout 200+ for the 16gb one, but well worth the speed XD
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Searching for high speed cards?

http://www.sony.net/Products/memorycard/en_us/xqd/index.html
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QUOTE(chiahau @ Jan 30 2012, 06:00 PM)
If SD cards, look no further than the Sandisk extreme pro series..

Cost roughly bout 200+ for the 16gb one, but well worth the speed XD
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Can consider for this coupon for 16GB SD cards

http://www.groupon.my/deals/national-deal/...gital/715955243
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Can consider for this coupon for 16GB SD cards

http://www.groupon.my/deals/national-deal/...gital/715955243
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Hi. Anyone of you using NEX with a prime lens (say 24mm/35mm)?
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whats the difference from NEX C3 and 5N other than the touchscreen? =X noob question still in dilemma, since the price for these two differs. still wondering what should i get >.<
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Magnesium Body
EVF Compatibility
16.1MP (C3 is 16.2, but not tuned as well as the 5N)
Electronic First Curtain Shutter (Shorter, quicker shutter sound)
ISO100-25600 (Much better lowlight ability)
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Full manual 1080p 25p / 60p video

If budget is no issue, skip the C3 and get the 5N. You will regret saving that couple of hundred for the C3 instead of the 5N down the road.

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QUOTE(whateva2k @ Jan 30 2012, 03:14 PM)
Guys, I have a 16GB Pendrive class 10 SDHC which performs noticeably slower than the free Sony 8GB class 4 SDHC on my Nex-5N.

Because of that, I assume Pendrive is a lousy brand.

I'm planning to get a new 16GB or 32GB SD card. Sony is expensive, which brand would you all recommend?
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Grab a Sandisk Extreme HD. 8GB sells for RM99, and its plenty fast for video and playback. Don't bother with the UHS-1 cards; the 5N is not compatible.

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Hi. Anyone of you using NEX with a prime lens (say 24mm/35mm)?
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My system is built around primes. Using the Sony DT35/1.8, Tamron 90/2.8 Macro, and SEL16F28. Some pics at >>> here

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too bad that nex 5n dont hv stock right now, and the price going crazy after thailand incidence...
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Hi. Anyone of you using NEX with a prime lens (say 24mm/35mm)?
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ya i use nex with prime lens..
16mm f2.8, cctv 35mm f1.7, nikon 50mm f1.8, and nikkor E 100mm f2.8..

what u want to know?
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Guys, just so you know, I'm letting go my Sony NEX-5ND (Twin Lens) and Minolta Rokkor X MD 50mm f1.7.

Check out my signature if you are interested.
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Grab a Sandisk Extreme HD. 8GB sells for RM99, and its plenty fast for video and playback. Don't bother with the UHS-1 cards; the 5N is not compatible.
Sandisk Extreme HD it is. Thanks guys for your recommendation.
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Sony NEX-7 is available here in Taipei. NTD39,990. Body only. Too bad the 18-55mm lens is of different color. The Carl Zeiss 24mm lens is NTD 33,550. Should I? hmm.gif

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QUOTE(stringfellow @ Feb 1 2012, 03:45 PM)
Sony NEX-7 is available here in Taipei. NTD39,990. Body only. Too bad the 18-55mm lens is of different color. The Carl Zeiss 24mm lens is NTD 33,550. Should I? hmm.gif
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Different color? Do you mean Black, or Silver? People were clamoring for the black kit. RM4109 converted sounds good... since list price here is RM4899 with kit.
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Different color? Do you mean Black, or Silver? People were clamoring for the black kit. RM4109 converted sounds good... since list price here is RM4899 with kit.
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The lens is from 5N. There's no black 5N lens. Only silver.

I'm might just cave in and just get the Carl Zeiss lens. Tired of Sony's tardiness.
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My relative's NEX 7 arriving tomorrow. He sounds so excited lulz
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My relative's NEX 7 arriving tomorrow. He sounds so excited lulz
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Does anyone found FDA-SV1 useful rather than a LCD?

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Does anyone found FDA-SV1 useful rather than a LCD?
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My wish atm would be to buy an EVF, if only the price wasn't so insanely high sad.gif Kinda hard to view the LCD under broad daylight, sometimes have to agak-agak take shots.
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Switch to contrast detection mode. Takes the pain out of everything. Works great with manual focus lens. Also set focus to Flexible Spot and you will be able to take the fuss out of getting the right object in focus. Even with EVF there is no guarantee you have hit the sweet spot.

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Most probably will be getting my Nex 5N by Tomorrow.
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welcome to the club!!! biggrin.gif


QUOTE(Dreamworks @ Jan 30 2012, 04:12 AM)
Wanna share a few pics I took not long ago with my 5N. The sharpness and colours (hard to judge if your monitor is TN-panel) on this thing is just simply awesome, really happy with the purchase. By the way, please add my name in the 5N user list, thanks! biggrin.gif

My wish atm would be to buy an EVF, if only the price wasn't so insanely high sad.gif Kinda hard to view the LCD under broad daylight, sometimes have to agak-agak take shots.
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don't. save some more money and sell your gear and get NEX 7!!!! tongue.gif
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Yeah tnx..but actually buying more for my spoilt daughter haha. She into DSLR and I tumpang happy nia. She been asking me DSLR for 2 yrs now..and the best I go for this to avoid heavy equipemnt during Holiday.

I still will be using my own Nokia N8 compact haha
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Anyone using manual focus lens with adapters? I've been thinking trying out M42 lenses with my NEX-3...

Wanna ask if it's worth spending on the more expensive adapters? Or are the cheaper ones fine?
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QUOTE(ZeroWrath @ Feb 3 2012, 02:39 PM)
Anyone using manual focus lens with adapters? I've been thinking trying out M42 lenses with my NEX-3...

Wanna ask if it's worth spending on the more expensive adapters? Or are the cheaper ones fine?
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The cheaper ones might have infinity focus issues, normally focusing past infinity. Some of it can be modified by shaving down the mount, but it'll take a bit of work.
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Hi everybody, got my 5NK last week, the clicking sound is really obvious and i can feel parts moving inside the camera when i shake it horizontally, how do i get it fixed ? which sony center provide the service ? thanks.
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are there any Macro ring lights available for the NEX system? note that im looking for a ring LIGHT not flash.
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QUOTE(stimix @ Feb 3 2012, 07:07 AM)
Most probably will be getting my Nex 5N by Tomorrow.
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What colour? brows.gif Personally, white looks "fresh" in comparison to our usual black... But I still went with black anyway for fear of white turning into pikachu tongue.gif

QUOTE(ChinWY @ Feb 3 2012, 08:16 AM)
Switch to contrast detection mode.  Takes the pain out of everything.  Works great with manual focus lens.  Also set focus to Flexible Spot and you will be able to take the fuss out of getting the right object in focus.  Even with EVF there is no guarantee you have hit the sweet spot.
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I thought 5N uses contrast detection since it is mirrorless hmm.gif Or do you mean peaking mode? Well, sometimes the scene calls for speed so no time to MF lor.

QUOTE(zstan @ Feb 3 2012, 10:57 AM)
don't. save some more money and sell your gear and get NEX 7!!!!  tongue.gif
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Wah, don't tempt me please sweat.gif NEX-7 is quite a significant investment, but I must admit I like the built-in EVF, built-in flash, hotshoe, and dials! Don't need the extra megapixels though laugh.gif
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QUOTE(ZeroWrath @ Feb 3 2012, 02:39 PM)
Anyone using manual focus lens with adapters? I've been thinking trying out M42 lenses with my NEX-3...

Wanna ask if it's worth spending on the more expensive adapters? Or are the cheaper ones fine?
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i use cheap one (FOTGA) on my MD Rokkor .. no problem to focus infinity ..
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guys... i maybe thinking of getting the NEX-5N... any good shops or just go to the sony shop...?
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Hi everybody, got my 5NK last week, the clicking sound is really obvious and i can feel parts moving inside the camera when i shake it horizontally, how do i get it fixed ? which sony center provide the service ? thanks.
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Sony NEX 5N really in short supply.. Lotsa Klang Valley shops i asked all no stock liao till mid of this Mth haizzz..
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looking for 18-55 or 18-200 lens, any1 sell do pm me yah....i can trade in my pancake lens as well...>.<
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looking for 18-55 or 18-200 lens, any1 sell do pm me yah....i can trade in my pancake lens as well...>.<
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Any idea for 18-200 lens pricing?
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Sony price:RM699 tongue.gif

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Sony NEX 5N really in short supply.. Lotsa Klang Valley shops i asked all no stock liao till mid of this Mth haizzz..
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around rm2300 lens only....with camera i think around 3k bah...
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I thought 5N uses contrast detection since it is mirrorless hmm.gif Or do you mean peaking mode? Well, sometimes the scene calls for speed so no time to MF lor.
doh.gif mea calpa - Peaking Mode is the correct term. Personally, I find it sufficient for very bright lighting condition. If there is so much action out there, I personally find it makes not much difference if you have EVF or not, it will still be a 50/50 chance. But with peaking mode, you can spot it easily. Perhaps my eyes are starting to give way. Would save the money and get a prime lens instead.

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QUOTE(cokehau @ Feb 4 2012, 11:41 AM)
around rm2300 lens only....with camera i think around 3k bah...
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doh.gif mea calpa  - Peaking Mode is the correct term.  Personally, I find it sufficient for very bright lighting condition. If there is so much action out there, I personally find it makes not much difference if you have EVF or not, it will still be a 50/50 chance. But with peaking mode, you can spot it easily.  Perhaps my eyes are starting to give way.  Would save the money and get a prime lens instead.
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Oh... I think you misunderstood my problem. What I meant is under broad daylight when the sun is high above I can barely see/read the screen (very dark, cannot even make out shapes), EVF won't face this issue.

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QUOTE(ChinWY @ Feb 4 2012, 12:26 PM)
doh.gif mea calpa  - Peaking Mode is the correct term.  Personally, I find it sufficient for very bright lighting condition. If there is so much action out there, I personally find it makes not much difference if you have EVF or not, it will still be a 50/50 chance. But with peaking mode, you can spot it easily.  Perhaps my eyes are starting to give way.  Would save the money and get a prime lens instead.

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As for shortage of local stock supply, one other option is mail order from HK.  I got my SEL55210 without too much issue. Came to me via DHL. Sweet and fast whistling.gif .
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how much did u buy it and which website u got it from? digitalerv.com? biggrin.gif
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QUOTE(ChinWY @ Feb 4 2012, 12:26 PM)
doh.gif mea calpa  - Peaking Mode is the correct term.  Personally, I find it sufficient for very bright lighting condition. If there is so much action out there, I personally find it makes not much difference if you have EVF or not, it will still be a 50/50 chance. But with peaking mode, you can spot it easily.  Perhaps my eyes are starting to give way.  Would save the money and get a prime lens instead.

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As for shortage of local stock supply, one other option is mail order from HK.  I got my SEL55210 without too much issue. Came to me via DHL. Sweet and fast whistling.gif .
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How much was it from HK? Customs?
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OK. Got my NEX-5NK this Evening. Still lotsa units at Sg Wang & BB Plaza, KL but no more twin lens kit only single 18-55. Price almost similar in most of the shops there..RM2,200 for 5NK if cash, 3% CC and 5% wth zero int.

Still digesting on how to operate..damn getting lazy to read the fine line liao..furthermore my eye kenot focus on the small print darm...
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QUOTE(serewen @ Feb 4 2012, 11:22 AM)
Did u mean for the 16MM F2.8?

Sony price:RM699 tongue.gif

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Yes, all 5N products are currently shortage , need to wait after CNY baru ada. brows.gif

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How much? drool.gif Hopefully can find a unit in Penang to play play first, wonder if Sony Centres carry any demo unit hmm.gif

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The18-200 is an E mount or A mount?
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Congratulations! rclxms.gif Getting mine from Taipei tomorrow. Either with the silver 18-55mm or CZ 24mm lens.

Question to the pros here. Would OSS matter? CZ lens doesn't have OSS, would it make any difference when t comes to the Carl Zeiss 24mm f1.8 lens?
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BTW, do you all protect your lens wth filter? I added a Hoya HMC UV filter Y'day bcos the shop say it's necessary for xtra protection & better pic quality
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hi jimmy do you know how long will it take to fix 5N clicking noise?
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Just played with Nex-7 at mid valley Sony. Rm4499 just body. No kit yet.

It's small! And quiet, not as quiet as x100 but good enough. AF seems fast to me. EVF is good but not great. Only glass can beat it. Love tri navi but I wish the knobs has more resistance. Right now it's too easy to knock them off their settings.

Still no 50mm lens yet

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BTW, do you all protect your lens wth filter? I added a Hoya HMC UV filter Y'day bcos the shop say it's necessary for xtra protection & better pic quality
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Protect, yes... Improve pic quality, no. It's the opposite actually, higher chances of bad pic due to lens-flare especially at night where there's artificial light.

QUOTE(idoblu @ Feb 5 2012, 11:18 AM)
Just played with Nex-7 at mid valley Sony. Rm4499 just body. No kit yet.

It's small! And quiet, not as quiet as x100 but good enough. AF seems fast to me. EVF is good but not great. Only glass can beat it. Love tri navi but I wish the knobs as more resistance. Right now it's too easy to knock them off their settings.

Still no 50mm lens yet
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Fuyoh, way above my budget. Have to stick with my ori plan of saving up for an EVF instead sweat.gif
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Please offer me your best price. 99.9% brand new because i didnt use it, normally use 18-55mm lens....
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I brought my NEX7 RM4499 and I have 8% discount (for pre order person only) SEL18200 is only RM2000 and pancake lens RM299.
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does the nex-7 has the same clicking issue as the 5N?
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Congratulations! rclxms.gif Getting mine from Taipei tomorrow. Either with the silver 18-55mm or CZ 24mm lens.

Question to the pros here. Would OSS matter? CZ lens doesn't have OSS, would it make any difference when t comes to the Carl Zeiss 24mm f1.8 lens?
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Hmnnn likedat abit got cheated liao lor...bcos the salesperson told me that hoya Hi index multi-coated UV also reduced lens flare wor..accordingly, those standard without coating probably induce flare ...darn...Anyway, Today I got another Hoya macro +4 filter haha..still lotsa things to perfect the picture takingh.. I failed taking macro wth 18-55mm..kenot focus at all..and thus straight away go back to get the macro filter.. blush.gif sad.gif

Only then, found out I need to deactivate the autofocus to get the best macro shot using this limited 18-55...Still looking for cheaper F1.8 lens... sad.gif
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Protect, yes... Improve pic quality, no. It's the opposite actually, higher chances of bad pic due to lens-flare especially at night where there's artificial light.
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stimix, another question you need to ask is, is that Hoya genuine or fake. Lots of fake Hoya filters out there
Btw the best filter is no filter

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Reputable shop and guranttee genuine to me. According to them, those fake hoya using plastic lens & not real glass + not cheap for sure- RM200 for the macro filter & HCM UV filter RM130

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QUOTE(stimix @ Feb 5 2012, 04:24 PM)
Hmnnn likedat abit got cheated liao lor...bcos the salesperson told me that hoya Hi index multi-coated UV also reduced lens flare wor..accordingly, those standard without coating probably induce flare ...darn...Anyway, Today I got another Hoya macro +4 filter haha..still lotsa things to perfect the picture takingh.. I failed taking macro wth 18-55mm..kenot focus at all..and thus straight away go back to get the macro filter.. blush.gif  sad.gif

Only then, found out I need to deactivate the autofocus to get the best macro shot using this limited 18-55...Still looking for cheaper F1.8 lens... sad.gif
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BTW, this were the closest in-focus -auto mode I can get without macro filter on 18-55 this Morning..That time I dunno how to deactivate the auto-focus blush.gif

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I think need a good protrait len dy hmm.gif not 16mm-2.8 but 50mm-1.8 blush.gif biggrin.gif ..Too bad NEX dun hv this sad.gif

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BTW, this were the closest in-focus -auto mode I can get without macro filter on 18-55 this Morning..That time I dunno how to deactivate the auto-focus  blush.gif


I think need a good protrait len dy  hmm.gif not 16mm-2.8 but 50mm-1.8  blush.gif  biggrin.gif ..Too bad NEX dun hv this  sad.gif
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QUOTE(stimix @ Feb 5 2012, 04:24 PM)
Hmnnn likedat abit got cheated liao lor...bcos the salesperson told me that hoya Hi index multi-coated UV also reduced lens flare wor..accordingly, those standard without coating probably induce flare ...darn...Anyway, Today I got another Hoya macro +4 filter haha..still lotsa things to perfect the picture takingh.. I failed taking macro wth 18-55mm..kenot focus at all..and thus straight away go back to get the macro filter.. blush.gif  sad.gif

Only then, found out I need to deactivate the autofocus to get the best macro shot using this limited 18-55...Still looking for cheaper F1.8 lens... sad.gif
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Multi-coated UV filters (especially good brands like Hoya and B+W) are indeed less prone to flares compared to normal filters, but no matter what it will still not be as good as naked lens. You are after all adding another layer of glass and air for the light to pass through before reaching your sensor.

QUOTE(stimix @ Feb 5 2012, 04:34 PM)
Reputable shop and guranttee genuine to me. According to them, those fake hoya using plastic lens & not real glass + not cheap for sure- RM200 for the macro filter & HCM UV filter RM130
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Hmm... Why not opt for a Raynox DCR-250 instead? Reviews of it are generally quite decent, me considering to get one biggrin.gif
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Hmmm Tnx. probably will try shooting wth & without that UV coated filter for comparison haha rclxms.gif On the Raynox 250, I googled and found out abit bulky.. They actually offered me another wide-macro filter Y'day and I dun really like it bcos no-name & heavy. So Today I asked them about any thinner macro filter and they recommend this Hoya- close-up +4.. well, I like it bcos much portable compare wth the thick bulky & heavy wide-macro filter..

I will try out the macro after I finished charging my battery...darn so fast finished ...not even 460 shot..less than 30 nia!! probably almsot 1 hr failed macro shooting this morning haha.. blush.gif ..Oh need to chk. When I fully charged Y'day for ~ 2-3hrs, the battery level only ~ 48% is this normal??

QUOTE(Dreamworks @ Feb 5 2012, 05:13 PM)
Multi-coated UV filters (especially good brands like Hoya and B+W) are indeed less prone to flares compared to normal filters, but no matter what it will still not be as good as naked lens. You are after all adding another layer of glass and air for the light to pass through before reaching your sensor.
Hmm... Why not opt for a Raynox DCR-250 instead? Reviews of it are generally quite decent, me considering to get one biggrin.gif
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Added on February 5, 2012, 5:29 pmWah good news...but will not be cheap hor haha..the A-mount Alpha 50mm-F1.8 only retailed ~ RM500..but since this E-mount using alu...not cheap hor?
Probably just get a 2nd hand NEX- 16-F2.8 and coupled wth my macro filter..cheaper solution haha hmm.gif
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NEX got... but they haven't started to ship yet..
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QUOTE(stimix @ Feb 5 2012, 05:26 PM)
Hmmm Tnx. probably will try shooting wth & without that UV coated filter for comparison haha  rclxms.gif  On the Raynox 250, I googled and found out abit bulky.. They actually offered me another wide-macro filter Y'day and I dun really like it bcos no-name & heavy. So Today I asked them about any thinner macro filter and they recommend this Hoya- close-up +4.. well, I like it bcos much portable compare wth the thick bulky & heavy wide-macro filter..

I will try out the macro after I finished charging my battery...darn so fast finished ...not even 460 shot..less than 30 nia!! probably almsot 1 hr failed macro shooting this morning haha..  blush.gif ..Oh need to chk. When I fully charged Y'day for ~ 2-3hrs, the battery level only ~ 48% is this normal??
Ah, personal preference I guess. The Raynox has a spring-loaded adapter so it's much more easy to mount/remove, I don't like to screw/unscrew because most of the time I will drop something in the process laugh.gif And yea, avoid non-branded filters altogether. Even if they are branded, also check reviews online to compare pic quality and price.

Battery life hard to judge lor. My case I find panaroma mode consumes more power, and since I have the LCD brightness set to Auto, under sunny day the battery will drain faster.
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Spam a few more pics tongue.gif All taken with standard kit lens, did not use the pancake as much as I thought.

Takeshita Street. The very definition of "people mountain people sea" (人山人海 tongue.gif )
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Check out this DigitalRev video about using UV filter or not: http://youtu.be/-e9TUIC-Dtk

Looks like UV filter only functions as lens protection in a DIGITAL camera.

So I think no need for expensive multi coat or super coat, as long as it is good branded and will not make your picture quality much worst will do, right?

Hoya filter for only RM70, real or fake? Does it lower your image quality much? http://shashinki.com/shop/hoya-digital-mul...9mm-p-8984.html

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No problems with customs. It is a hit and miss most of the time.  I know they will normally ship it out at their cost price for customs and insurance purpose.  Got it via ebay - supplier from HK.  Cant remember exactly how much now.  ~US$350/- . I try not to remember as I'll get heartache if I see it selling cheaper one day!  doh.gif  Right now I can see one going for US$530/- .
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For Hoya, I think most will recommend at least the PRO1 Digital series... Normal range not so good. Can consider Kenko as well since Hoya is supposedly re-badged as Kenko for sale in Japan.
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Walao eh so cheap? 1/2 of what I got!!..haha tnx for the youtube link..funny guy indeed lol.. dunno how much he spent smashing up lenses & cameras
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Yours is the exact same thing? I thought you bought the PRO1 for that price, and even then shashinki isn't exactly the cheapest around doh.gif
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so any idea where to get cheap UV filter? hardly find 49mm branded filter sad.gif
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Yeahlor..mine not pro but HMC multicoated UV..darm kena con liao... I thought Hoya very expensive but only RM70?? Likedat my Hoya Macro filter probably also ~ RM100 only Adoooiiiii

Furthermore, tested the macro on 18-55mm lens..- No good..can't get even get closer than 10cm..better than without but not till 1cm!! darm conned again cry.gif My current IXUS 300HS macro at F2.0 much better doh.gif ( Edit- I found out the answer liao why wth macro filter also kenot get so close haha..all from the other alpha thread... really noob since coming from digicam camp blush.gif )
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Yours is the exact same thing? I thought you bought the PRO1 for that price, and even then shashinki isn't exactly the cheapest around doh.gif
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Pro1 is actually one step below Super HMC
anyway Hoya filters got so many variations that is too confusing. i rather buy B+W
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Haha..Still new to mastering this mirrorless cam wth DSLR sized sensor haha..so many things to learn...Now only O know that macro filter does works wth telephoto lens only that needs to zoom further and kenot goes so close to object like those F1.8-F2.0 digicams haha
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Pro1 is actually one step below Super HMC
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The Hoya filter in the shashinki link above is an ordinary one but yea I agree B+W is better, and also more costly tongue.gif

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Yeahlor..mine not pro but HMC multicoated UV..darm kena con liao... I thought Hoya very expensive but only RM70?? Likedat my Hoya Macro filter probably also ~ RM100 only Adoooiiiii

Furthermore, tested the macro on 18-55mm lens..- No good..can't get even get closer than 10cm..better than without but not till 1cm!! darm conned again  cry.gif My current IXUS 300HS macro at F2.0 much better  doh.gif ( Edit- I found out the answer liao why wth macro filter also kenot get so close haha..all from the other alpha thread... really noob since coming from digicam camp  blush.gif  )
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OK still mastering this macro techinque on zoom lens...Just taken moment ago haha.. Kenot too close hv to zoom..still on AF mode wth F4. 1/60sec & ISO3200..pretty dark room wth my desktop monitor lighthing blush.gif

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Stimix... Usually most compact cameras can focus very very close one.. Not Only f1.8-2 compacts... My tx10 also can with f3.5 smile.gif
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http://alphanatics.com/viewtopic.php?f=34&t=25821

So, any of you picked up a NEX-7 from Studio Zaloon yet?
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http://alphanatics.com/viewtopic.php?f=34&t=25821

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Anyone has an idea when Nex 7 + kit lens will be available in M'sia and pricing as well?
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Pic spam..1st time using Hoya Macro +4 on an 18-55mm NEX lens..all on auto mode wth diff zooming..After the session at 1U secret Garden, bought a +10 macro liao..not yet try haha:

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Powah la you, one new macro filter each day laugh.gif Nice flowers by the way.

In the process of acquiring a used Raynox DCR-250 myself, hopefully the deal goes through so I can also start macroing biggrin.gif
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NTD 52,950 altogether for the NEX-7 body, 18-55mm lens and 32GB Class 10 SDHC. Tomorrow claiming 5% tax refund out of that total at the airport. Which brings it to NTD 50,302. Which in turn converts to MYR 5,132. 24 months warranty for the lens. 24 + 6 months warranty for body.

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Mother of all mirrorless haha..BTW...that one Taiwan warranty or oversea?
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Tnx. Just now play abit wth +10 macro lens..now can focus very close dy rclxms.gif but if wth the UV filter in frontm the 4 edge abit darker and if I add the +4 in front of +10, getting slight closer focus but the edge getting even darker....I think can get natural lomo effect using +14 liao haha blush.gif ..pic quality probably affected and more light needed kua?

Just check the effect wth just +10 macro filter Vs just only +10. Both in abit darker environment wth light maingly from my desktop LCD haha

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QUOTE(Dreamworks @ Feb 6 2012, 09:37 PM)
Powah la you, one new macro filter each day laugh.gif Nice flowers by the way.

In the process of acquiring a used Raynox DCR-250 myself, hopefully the deal goes through so I can also start macroing biggrin.gif
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anyone can recommend a ND filter (brand and price)? budget below RM200.

for landscape blue-blue sky purpose.
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Tnx. Just now play abit wth +10 macro lens..now can focus very close dy  rclxms.gif but if wth the UV filter in frontm the 4 edge abit darker and if I add the +4 in front of +10, getting slight closer focus but the edge getting even darker....I think can get natural lomo effect using +14 liao haha  blush.gif ..pic quality probably affected and more light needed kua?

Just check the effect wth just +10 macro filter Vs just only +10. Both in abit darker environment wth light maingly from my desktop LCD haha
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That's some serious vignetting with +10 and +4 stacked, but the size of coins look the same to me in both pics sweat.gif I assume it should be bigger because you can get closer hmm... No need add UV filter in front of close-up filters, less glass more light better quality.
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Other option is Circular Pol filter. Kill 2 birds with one stone. There is one catch though. It can cause vignetting at wide angle.
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After I recalled, I think both also +14 and the only diif is one taking out the UV filter haha...old liao..even taken moment ago also can't remember...Just play few +14 macroing wth ants & insect outside my house b4 battery drained. Here's the result - all auto + max zoom:

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QUOTE(Dreamworks @ Feb 7 2012, 08:50 AM)
That's some serious vignetting with +10 and +4 stacked, but the size of coins look the same to me in both pics sweat.gif I assume it should be bigger because you can get closer hmm... No need add UV filter in front of close-up filters, less glass more light better quality.
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QUOTE(ChinWY @ Feb 7 2012, 09:08 AM)
Other option is Circular Pol filter. Kill 2 birds with one stone. There is one catch though.  It can cause vignetting at wide angle.
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after study from mr google, i think i need GND filter, not ND and CP... i want my pictures sky blue/sunset turn out to be attracting, not wash out...

if there any GND filter for 49mm? some are square, some are round shape, any recommendation? rolleyes.gif
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QUOTE(stimix @ Feb 6 2012, 10:21 PM)
Tnx. Just now play abit wth +10 macro lens..now can focus very close dy  rclxms.gif but if wth the UV filter in frontm the 4 edge abit darker and if I add the +4 in front of +10, getting slight closer focus but the edge getting even darker....I think can get natural lomo effect using +14 liao haha  blush.gif ..pic quality probably affected and more light needed kua?

Just check the effect wth just +10 macro filter Vs just only +10. Both in abit darker environment wth light maingly from my desktop LCD haha

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I brought my NEX7 RM4499 and I have 8% discount (for pre order person only) SEL18200 is only RM2000 and pancake lens RM299.
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Do they still sell the SEL18200 for RM2000 if any of us wants it separately??
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That's my Y'day test macro lor haha. sumore in front of desktop LCD lighthing..for sure dark wan.. That's just to compare the effect of +10 & +4 macro filter with & without additional UV filter in front.. The one wth dark 4 edges were wth UV filter and the one bigger view without UV filter.

For sure wth macro filters, I can get closer to the object liao haha
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Do they still sell the SEL18200 for RM2000 if any of us wants it separately??
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Maybe we can gather a few people and buy in bulk, perhaps can get cheaper biggrin.gif Another viable option would be Tamron 18-200mm F/3.5-6.3 Di III VC (I actually prefer this) which was announced/launched not long ago, it even comes in sexy black drool.gif
http://www.tamron.co.jp/en/lineup/b011/index.html

Local distro for Tamron already has it, price is still high atm but should drop after 3-4 months... Hopefully tongue.gif
http://www.futuromic.com/product-details.a...&keyword=&page=

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Maybe we can gather a few people and buy in bulk, perhaps can get cheaper biggrin.gif Another viable option would be Tamron 18-200mm F/3.5-6.3 Di III VC (I actually prefer this) which was announced/launched not long ago, it even comes in sexy black drool.gif
http://www.tamron.co.jp/en/lineup/b011/index.html

Local distro for Tamron already has it, price is still high atm but should drop after 3-4 months... Hopefully tongue.gif
http://www.futuromic.com/product-details.a...&keyword=&page=
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Yes yes, can get a quote for bulk purchases??

Tamron B011 at the moment have issues with the sweep panorama feature. Better to hold your purchase until there is an official Fix or some announcement.
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QUOTE(Dreamworks @ Feb 7 2012, 02:33 PM)
Maybe we can gather a few people and buy in bulk, perhaps can get cheaper biggrin.gif Another viable option would be Tamron 18-200mm F/3.5-6.3 Di III VC (I actually prefer this) which was announced/launched not long ago, it even comes in sexy black drool.gif
http://www.tamron.co.jp/en/lineup/b011/index.html

Local distro for Tamron already has it, price is still high atm but should drop after 3-4 months... Hopefully tongue.gif
http://www.futuromic.com/product-details.a...&keyword=&page=
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i suppose Tamrom and Sigma should be significantly cheaper than original lens?

Sony 18200 rrp2399 vs tamron rrp2899 ? shocking.gif
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QUOTE(Ah hao @ Feb 7 2012, 02:48 PM)
i suppose Tamrom and Sigma should be significantly cheaper than original lens?

Sony 18200 rrp2399 vs tamron rrp2899 ? shocking.gif
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This Tamron is ~$60 cheaper than Sony in the States, but since it's still new here I guess prices are usually higher hmm.gif
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/8350...6_3_Di_III.html

Can't really find any extra info online with regards to price apart from a shop selling at RM2550.
http://www.ylcamera.com.my/product.php?pag...dbrowse_order=1

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Tamron B011 at the moment have issues with the sweep panorama feature. Better to hold your purchase until there is an official Fix or some announcement.
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I see, didn't know about this problem sweat.gif Was actually quite looking forward to this, the first 3rd party lens for NEX...

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QUOTE(Dreamworks @ Feb 7 2012, 02:33 PM)
Maybe we can gather a few people and buy in bulk, perhaps can get cheaper biggrin.gif Another viable option would be Tamron 18-200mm F/3.5-6.3 Di III VC (I actually prefer this) which was announced/launched not long ago, it even comes in sexy black drool.gif
http://www.tamron.co.jp/en/lineup/b011/index.html

Local distro for Tamron already has it, price is still high atm but should drop after 3-4 months... Hopefully tongue.gif
http://www.futuromic.com/product-details.a...&keyword=&page=
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drool.gif Its smaller too!!! 62mm vs Sony's 67mm. Very very tempted, especially the black one. Will match my 5N perfectly! drool.gif

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Yes yes, can get a quote for bulk purchases??  

Tamron B011 at the moment have issues with the sweep panorama feature. Better to hold your purchase until there is an official Fix or some announcement.
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What kind of issue? Wonder how they gonna fix it other than totally changing the design.

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Love that its black in color and size does not add too much bulk. Can totally see myself using this as my general use lens. Can consider selling my kit lens after getting this lens brows.gif

Hopefully the price comes down soon, and the problem mentioned by nlik dissappeared. rclxms.gif

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If that 200mm max zoom wth +10 macro filter..I think can see spider eyes to the max liao haha
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Just got my NEX-7 with 18-55mm OSS lens with goodies.

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NTD 52,950 altogether for the NEX-7 body, 18-55mm lens and 32GB Class 10 SDHC. Tomorrow claiming 5% tax refund out of that total at the airport. Which brings it to NTD 50,302. Which in turn converts to MYR 5,132. 24 months warranty for the lens. 24 + 6 months warranty for body.
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QUOTE(whateva2k @ Feb 7 2012, 03:06 PM)
Love that its black in color and size does not add too much bulk. Can totally see myself using this as my general use lens. Can consider selling my kit lens after getting this lens  brows.gif

Hopefully the price comes down soon, and the problem mentioned by nlik dissappeared.  rclxms.gif
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According to users, the Tamron produces blurry pics when used in NEX-5N's panorama mode and that a possible cause is its vibration compensation system (something about reporting itself as SEL18200 thus the NEX uses a setting which is suitable with SEL18200's OSS but not with Tamron's VC) hmm.gif Then again, there are some who said on NEX-5 it works flawlessly.

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If that 200mm max zoom wth +10 macro filter..I think can see spider eyes to the max liao haha
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Lol... You are officially obsessed with macroing. And by the way, didn't you say this 5N is for your daughter? tongue.gif

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NEx-5n require Mount Adaptor to use SEL18200 lens?
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SEL No need. SAL , SAM, SSM need.



On another note, i am having this crazy idea where the lens elements are not made of glass. But instead, made from some high clarity plastics or polymer. The difference is that the plastic/polymer will be made pliable and flexible. As you turn the zoom ring, the plastic/polymer will change shape from concave to convex allowing dynamic control of distortions and optical properties. sweat.gif

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SEL No need.    SAL , SAM, SSM need.
On another note, i am having this crazy idea where the lens elements are not made of glass. But instead, made from some high clarity plastics or polymer. The difference is that the plastic/polymer will be made pliable and flexible. As you turn the zoom ring, the plastic/polymer will change shape from concave to convex allowing dynamic control of distortions and optical properties.  sweat.gif
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Already in use. This technology is successfully used for speticles in the third world in mobile clinic. Not used for camera lens yet.
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After checking those macro photos posted in photo Malaysia website, I feel mine so low quality #sigh@
http://www.photomalaysia.com/forums/forumd...se-Up-amp-Macro

How to get like this wor?? 18-200mm wth +10? ..so detail wan sad.gif
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After checking those macro photos posted in photo Malaysia website, I feel mine so low quality #sigh@
http://www.photomalaysia.com/forums/forumd...se-Up-amp-Macro

How to get like this wor?? 18-200mm wth +10? ..so detail wan  sad.gif
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i guess you have to buy a real macro lens in order to get this kind of result sweat.gif

like tamron sp90 maybe?
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ya, i wonder about this too, can get the price in US website but totally missing from malaysia website. Not even the model list there.

eagerly finding a zoom lens, any recommendation? thumbup.gif

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i guess you have to buy a real macro lens in order to get this kind of result  sweat.gif

like tamron sp90 maybe?

ya, i wonder about this too, can get the price in US website but totally missing from malaysia website. Not even the model list there.

eagerly finding a zoom lens, any recommendation?  thumbup.gif
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Just bought myself nex-5n body at Boeing sg wang yesterday.

there is still one NEX-7 body for sale at RM4200

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Can the NEX-5N use this UV filter...?

opps... sorry... the link... lol...

http://mauinsons.com/store/fpro-010m-uvhaz....html#!tab2

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btw, here's a lion dance video shoot, with NEX5N, 1080p, handheld, edited with Windows Movie Maker. enjoy! tongue.gif



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Darn th emore I look at the UV filter pricing even the hi-end B&W also selling at RM95...Really feel cheated wth my Hoya HMC UV filter of RM130..sigh@#@%$
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Darn th emore I look at the UV filter pricing even the hi-end B&W also selling at RM95...Really feel cheated wth my Hoya HMC UV filter of RM130..sigh@#@%$
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is that filter really high end...? lol... gonna collect my Nex-5N by today or tomorrow... so need to get filter soon kua... dunno which one to buy...
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According to lotsa sifu here, yes-lor..B&W>Hoya>others
Argghhh I still kenot get it how I got conned for that Hoya UV & Macro +4 filtes! vmad.gif
QUOTE(zarakiken @ Feb 8 2012, 12:14 PM)
is that filter really high end...? lol... gonna collect my Nex-5N by today or tomorrow... so need to get filter soon kua... dunno which one to buy...
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QUOTE(stimix @ Feb 8 2012, 12:20 PM)
According to lotsa sifu here, yes-lor..B&W>Hoya>others
Argghhh I still kenot get it how I got conned for that Hoya UV & Macro +4 filtes!  vmad.gif
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Icic... Stimix... i wanna know ur +10 Close-up filter how much arr...?
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RM150 -ilens...Also not cheap bcos I found out later got RM50 close up lens too sad.gif
The hoya +4 macro lagi teruking - RM200!! cry.gif
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Icic... Stimix... i wanna know ur +10 Close-up filter how much arr...?
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Nex 7 body only still available tongue.gif

Seriously thinking.
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anyone use the ultra wide converter? thinking to buy whether ultra wide or fish eyes converter
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anyone use the ultra wide converter? thinking to buy whether ultra wide or fish eyes converter
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I have the vcl ecu1 . I use it quit q bit. Just have to step down to make sure the edges are good. I don't think I with
l go for the figs eye for my type of photos but each of us hav our preferance.
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l go for the figs eye for my type of photos but each of us hav our preferance.
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I have the vcl ecu1 . I use it quit q bit. Just have to step down to make sure the edges are good. I don't think I with
l go for the figs eye for my type of photos but each of us hav our preferance.

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Just got F20am for my NEX7, what can i tell u, this combo, NEX 7 + SEL18200 + HVL-F20AM is the super duper camera,

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That's exactly what I want!, but too costly for me.

That setup is around RM7,400, right?
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QUOTE(hisel @ Feb 8 2012, 04:07 PM)
Just got F20am for my NEX7, what can i tell u, this combo, NEX 7 + SEL18200 + HVL-F20AM is the super duper camera,
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Wth ppl willing to pay so much for MILC, soon the prediction that MILC or even EVILS replacing DSLR is real liao

Added on February 8, 2012, 5:05 pmBTW...waiting for 1st spamming of NEX-7 here

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QUOTE(stimix @ Feb 8 2012, 05:02 PM)
Wth ppl willing to pay so much for MILC, soon the prediction that MILC or even EVILS replacing DSLR is real liao

Added on February 8, 2012, 5:05 pmBTW...waiting for 1st spamming of NEX-7 here
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You no see got 1 guy buy 2 Nex 7 with 24Z..

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QUOTE(delin @ Feb 8 2012, 11:15 AM)
Just bought myself nex-5n body at Boeing sg wang yesterday.

there is still one NEX-7 body for sale at RM4200

Does anyone know where can i buy FDA-EV1S external viewfinder in KL and what is the expected price? Currently no stock at Boeing.
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I am interested in this too? Where can I find this in Penang? ANd how much?
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QUOTE(zarakiken @ Feb 8 2012, 11:54 AM)
Can the NEX-5N use this UV filter...?

opps... sorry... the link... lol...

http://mauinsons.com/store/fpro-010m-uvhaz....html#!tab2
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Any filter is usable as long as its thread size is 49mm. You can always just get the camera first and filters later, go survey online for different brands/alternatives so you'll roughly know how much to expect and not get chopped by shop.

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btw, here's a lion dance video shoot, with NEX5N, 1080p, handheld, edited with Windows Movie Maker. enjoy! tongue.gif
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Shot with kit lens? 25p or 50p? I must say 5N can take good pics and good videos, btw your heads very steady, much better than mine:P

QUOTE(stimix @ Feb 8 2012, 12:42 PM)
RM150 -ilens...Also not cheap bcos I found out later got RM50 close up lens too  sad.gif
The hoya +4 macro lagi teruking - RM200!!  cry.gif
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Not trying to be mean or anything, but RM150 for iLens is rather expensive... Quality should be more or less equivalent to Octopus only sweat.gif

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I am interested in this too? Where can I find this in Penang? ANd how much?
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Expect at least ~RM1k for the EVF and ~RM500 for OVF, I've asked a few shops in Gurney last time.

Added on February 8, 2012, 7:18 pmDang! Overexposed sad.gif
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I see so many like to take b&w, so I also try... But phailed, not grainy no "feel" doh.gif
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Shot with kit lens? 25p or 50p? I must say 5N can take good pics and good videos, btw your heads very steady, much better than mine:P
yup, 50p.
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QUOTE(Dreamworks @ Feb 8 2012, 06:49 PM)
Any filter is usable as long as its thread size is 49mm. You can always just get the camera first and filters later, go survey online for different brands/alternatives so you'll roughly know how much to expect and not get chopped by shop.
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Hmmm... any good online store or land shops to recommend...? lol... still newbie on this... and i notice the 49mm is hard to find... oh ya... is the octopus filters good...? they are kinda cheap for amateur like me for testing...
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QUOTE(zarakiken @ Feb 9 2012, 12:12 AM)
Hmmm... any good online store or land shops to recommend...? lol... still newbie on this... and i notice the 49mm is hard to find... oh ya... is the octopus filters good...? they are kinda cheap for amateur like me for testing...
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ebay. 49mm kenko is only RM11+shipping, and now i'm waiting my new 67mm, also from ebay. pm me, i can help u to buy, but u must wait 1 month for delivery smile.gif

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QUOTE(hisel @ Feb 9 2012, 12:43 AM)
ebay. 49mm kenko is only RM11+shipping, and now i'm waiting my new 67mm, also from ebay. pm me, i can help u to buy, but u must wait 1 month for delivery smile.gif
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and for me, lens filter is just to protect ur lens, and not much effect or different with or without

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QUOTE(zarakiken @ Feb 9 2012, 12:12 AM)
Hmmm... any good online store or land shops to recommend...? lol... still newbie on this... and i notice the 49mm is hard to find... oh ya... is the octopus filters good...? they are kinda cheap for amateur like me for testing...
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Most shops sell filters at high prices, or even accs. like lenspen, blowers, etc. for that matter, buying online is cheaper provided you can wait just a day or two biggrin.gif There are quite a number of sellers in the Garage Sales section, can have a look there. UV filter just for protection lor because digital sensors are not prone to the effects of UV like films, unless you're talking about CPL, IR, ND, star, etc. filters for effects. Octopus should be more or less a typical/generic brand, surely can't compare with expensive ones laugh.gif

By the way, here's how a cheap filter can ruin your image especially in night shots. I cincai-cincai take for comparison, so please forgive the "cincainess" tongue.gif Should be easy to tell which has a filter and which does not.
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QUOTE(hisel @ Feb 9 2012, 12:43 AM)
ebay. 49mm kenko is only RM11+shipping, and now i'm waiting my new 67mm, also from ebay. pm me, i can help u to buy, but u must wait 1 month for delivery smile.gif

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and for me, lens filter is just to protect ur lens, and not much effect or different with or without
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You sure it's original? A lot of fake Kenko, Hoya, and even B+W floating around on eBay, especially from sellers based in Hong Kong and China sweat.gif Agree with you on the 2nd part, used to have a UV filter for protection when my toy is still sparkling new... Now ady biasa liao and know how to handle with care, removed all.

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Plz add me in Nex5, photo taken with 1855kit
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Dude, not sure if that is a sensitive picture or not, and whether advisable to be posted here like this. A little more discretion and sensitivity would be welcome.

Bear in mind there are many other persons with different beliefs that share this thread.

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Yeah I know it's expensive compare to Octopus X10 ~ RM50 nia..Well, this is called impulsive buying..beh tahan liao and that day that shop selling Octopus at Millenium Square closed..and I kenot stand so I check out the fames LYN seller in Digital Mall Sec14...As he is reputable and telling me ilens is similar to kenko & Hoya & from Korea..so I trusted him lor.. sad.gif ..furthermore X10 for what I paid for a X4..I think berbaloi lor haha.. ANyway happy wth the result..weekend gonna spam more macro pictures.. now testing wth my buddy SEL16F28.. Well, I think still prefer the zoom lens pairing wth maro filters..Dun really like the pancake. sad.gif

BTW, what cincai filter you used to compare wth a better filter hmm.gif ..I also saw the thread created by IeR on filter and he compare B&W wth Hoya if I'm not mistaken..Even that also got diff liao haha
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Not trying to be mean or anything, but RM150 for iLens is rather expensive... Quality should be more or less equivalent to Octopus only sweat.gif
Expect at least ~RM1k for the EVF and ~RM500 for OVF, I've asked a few shops in Gurney last time.

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QUOTE(nlik @ Feb 9 2012, 09:38 AM)
Dude, not sure if that is a sensitive picture or not, and whether advisable to be posted here like this. A little more discretion and sensitivity would be welcome.

Bear in mind there are many other persons with different beliefs that share this thread.
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There are pictures of mosques and weddings of all cultures and religions - so really, I don't see what is so sensitive about the picture.
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QUOTE(stringfellow @ Feb 9 2012, 05:53 PM)
Just got back from Studio Zaloon. Got myself this:

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are u getting the body only or with zoom lens? how much is zaloon selling the nex7???

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are u getting the body only or with zoom lens? how much is zaloon selling the nex7???
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Body and 15-55mm from Taipei. NTD39,990 and NTD9,880. Respectively. Converted to RM = RM5,088. Tax refunded at the airport 5%, becomes RM4,834. The Carl Zeiss 24mm got from Zaloon for RM3,250. RRP for that 24mm is RM3,799.
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QUOTE(stringfellow @ Feb 9 2012, 10:22 PM)
Body and 15-55mm from Taipei. NTD39,990 and NTD9,880. Respectively. Converted to RM = RM5,088. Tax refunded at the airport 5%, becomes RM4,834. The Carl Zeiss 24mm got from Zaloon for RM3,250. RRP for that 24mm is RM3,799.
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thanks for the pricing..mind to give some feedback on the nex7? perhaps compare to nex5n with zoom lens..? not on the spec or dual dial.. more towards iq, focus and experience i mean tongue.gif

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I dot have a NEX5/5N to compare. All I know that I moved from E-P1 and GH1 and the NEX7 shits on them both, wipes the floor with it!So much so that I'm putting these two cameras and lenses for sale.

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QUOTE(stringfellow @ Feb 9 2012, 10:31 PM)
I dot have a NEX5/5N to compare. All I know that I moved from E-P1 and GH1 and the NEX7 shits on them both, wipes the floor with it!So much so that I'm putting these two cameras and lenses for sale.
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how abt the high iso performance compare to the 2? how abt the battery life?
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how abt the high iso performance compare to the 2? how abt the battery life?
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Again, I've just got to play with this since I got back from Taipei yesterday. Still learning. And I don't have the NEX5/5N, I can't compare the two.

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QUOTE(stimix @ Feb 9 2012, 09:54 AM)
Yeah I know it's expensive compare to Octopus X10 ~ RM50 nia..Well, this is called impulsive buying..beh tahan liao and that day that shop selling Octopus at Millenium Square closed..and I kenot stand so I check out the fames LYN seller in Digital Mall Sec14...As he is reputable and telling me ilens is similar to kenko & Hoya & from Korea..so I trusted him lor.. sad.gif ..furthermore X10 for what I paid for a X4..I think berbaloi lor haha.. ANyway happy wth the result..weekend gonna spam more macro pictures.. now testing wth my buddy SEL16F28.. Well, I think still prefer the zoom lens pairing wth maro filters..Dun really like the pancake.  sad.gif

BTW, what cincai filter you used to compare wth a better filter  hmm.gif ..I also saw the thread created by IeR on filter and he compare B&W wth Hoya if I'm not mistaken..Even that also got diff liao haha
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Copy pasta from one old post. A test/comparison between several brands of UV filters including B+W, Hoya, Heliopan, Marumi, Kenko, Cokin, etc.
http://www.lenstip.com/113.1-article-UV_fi...troduction.html
http://www.lenstip.com/120.1-article-UV_fi...troduction.html
And to make proper comparisons, you must maintain the position as even slight angle change can alter the results, not accurate.

Oh, the "cincai" filter is a Singapore brand, can't remember the name but iianm it's RM10 cheaper than iLens when I bought it. Collecting dust atm, only attach when I go places with seawater... Seawater very bad laugh.gif

I have the pancake, but seldom use bacause prefer the flexibility of zoom.

QUOTE(stringfellow @ Feb 9 2012, 10:31 PM)
I dot have a NEX5/5N to compare. All I know that I moved from E-P1 and GH1 and the NEX7 shits on them both, wipes the floor with it!So much so that I'm putting these two cameras and lenses for sale.
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Oh wow, sounds badass! Mind taking a few shots? Especially with the CZ24 drool.gif

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how abt the high iso performance compare to the 2? how abt the battery life?
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In theory,if you squeeze most pixels out of the same sensor, you'll generally end up with more noise compared to the one with lesser megapixels hmm.gif

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QUOTE(stringfellow @ Feb 9 2012, 10:42 PM)
Again, I've just got to play with this since I got back from Taipei yesterday. Still learning. And I don't have the NEX5/5N, I can't compare the two.
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erm i mean the oly and pana.. tongue.gif ..

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QUOTE(Dreamworks @ Feb 9 2012, 10:44 PM)
Copy pasta from one old post. A test/comparison between several brands of UV filters including B+W, Hoya, Heliopan, Marumi, Kenko, Cokin, etc.
http://www.lenstip.com/113.1-article-UV_fi...troduction.html
http://www.lenstip.com/120.1-article-UV_fi...troduction.html
And to make proper comparisons, you must maintain the position as even slight angle change can alter the results, not accurate.

Oh, the "cincai" filter is a Singapore brand, can't remember the name but iianm it's RM10 cheaper than iLens when I bought it. Collecting dust atm, only attach when I go places with seawater... Seawater very bad laugh.gif

I have the pancake, but seldom use bacause prefer the flexibility of zoom.
Oh wow, sounds badass! Mind taking a few shots? Especially with the CZ24 drool.gif

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In theory,if you squeeze most pixels out of the same sensor, you'll generally end up with more noise compared to the one with lesser megapixels hmm.gif
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i know..thats why wish to know hows the result compare to m43.. tongue.gif

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erm i mean the oly and pana.. tongue.gif ..
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The Oly is a mess in high ISOs, so does the Pana, Crank up the ISO and watch the image crawl. I'd say on both cameras, it's usable up to ISO800. 1600 is pushing it, Pana can manage it but the Oly will be hunting nonstop. Broad daylight, the Oly trounces the Pana when it comes to color reproduction, but the Pana takes excellent 1080p24 video with its stock kit lens, even at night. Pana ekes out slightly better battery life, compared to the Oly, but only just slightly. I'd reckon the Sony gets better battery endurance than both of them.

With the NEX7, I can have Oly's punchy color reproduction and Pana's excellent low light video recording. Best of both world. Hence the sale of both cameras.
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any of you here have experience of purchasing camera accessories from taiwan? am here in taipei till sunday & looking to hunt for a UV filter for the 5N (been using it without any filter for 3k shots). the price might not differ much compared to msia but since i'm here can just do some shopping. biggrin.gif
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the stock sd card that came with the NEX-5N is what speed arrr...?
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It says class 4 on the cover but definitely way faster than that thumbup.gif Was able to write at more than 10mb/s the last time I tried.

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Is it really cheap over there compare to M'sia? When I was there, I dun find their electronics to be cheap except their food haha. furthermore, how about the waranty? covering International or just Taiwan...unless you're like string fellow a frequent Taiwan travellers biggrin.gif
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any of you here have experience of purchasing camera accessories from taiwan? am here in taipei till sunday & looking to hunt for a UV filter for the 5N (been using it without any filter for 3k shots). the price might not differ much compared to msia but since i'm here can just do some shopping. biggrin.gif
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Is it really cheap over there compare to M'sia? When I was there, I dun find their electronics to be cheap except their food haha. furthermore, how about the waranty? covering International or just Taiwan...unless you're like string fellow a frequent Taiwan travellers  biggrin.gif
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Not always 100% cheaper but sometimes overseas, you can somewhat get a better offer compared to what you are getting here, without the warranty, of course.

Seen some better offers for some camera in overseas than the local price here, anyways.
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QUOTE(stimix @ Feb 10 2012, 08:51 AM)
Is it really cheap over there compare to M'sia? When I was there, I dun find their electronics to be cheap except their food haha. furthermore, how about the waranty? covering International or just Taiwan...unless you're like string fellow a frequent Taiwan travellers  biggrin.gif
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NEX 7 buyers won't e bothered by the price too much. They had after all waited for this gem since November last year and when a shop has ready stock in front of you it's hardto resist.
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Haha...true also..just like me..knowing can get a cheaper +10 macro filter but bcos beh tahan, wanna try, just wallop any +1- macro filter I can find few days ago
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Yum. Nex7. Still pinning my hopes on the "supposedly" FF Nex9 due mid year though. Might get a 7 if that turns out to be another Sony crapalooza; the built in EVF on the 7 looks absolutely yummy.

Nex + FF + peeking + all the manual lenses the world has ever made = bliss. If Sony doesn't screw it upla (which, in regards to the Nex series, they haven't so far. Except for the crappy E-mount lens lineup).

*goes back to lurking mode"

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post Feb 10 2012, 11:17 AM

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wow..seems like u still a few of potential future nex7 buyer.. really true..nex7 is so irresistible.. i am also kena poison kao kao by just look at it before look at its iq.. biggrin.gif

so far when will the stock for nex7 with lens reach msia? seems like i found a few mostly got body only sad.gif
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I've got mine with the 18-55 silver lens too. Gonna sell it for the black lens once it is made available. Using the 24mm for the time being. Delicious bokeh!
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Yeahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh finally got my hands on the NEX 7 and Zeiss 24mm!! drool.gif

One sample shot here. The out of focus effects are nicee!!

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I love NEX-7 because

#1. hand grip. just nice with palm. I can control all the function by 1 hand (AF mode). SEL18200 is big and heavy lens, but with NEX-7, takde masalah langsung. smile.gif

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wow..nice shot.. how much u bought ur nex7??

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With the CZ 24mm.

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wow..nice shot.. how much u bought ur nex7??
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With the CZ 24mm.
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QUOTE(hisel @ Feb 10 2012, 01:33 PM)
I love NEX-7 because

#1. hand grip. just nice with palm. I can control all the function by 1 hand (AF mode). SEL18200 is big and heavy lens, but with NEX-7, takde masalah langsung. smile.gif

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Not mine.  sad.gif 
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With the CZ 24mm.
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Upload fixed. I didn't realize the picture is set for private viewing only.
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Fui yoh.. really got loaded guys here man.. haha dun play play. Nex-7 wif CZ24. notworthy.gif

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chuchow: That is the HVL-F20AM, the Sony Alpha iISO hotshoe (forgot their own name for the accessory shoe.)

The HVL-F20S is for the NEX-3/C3/5/5N on the Smart Accessory Terminal, I think.
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this 3 flash can attached to NEX-7. confirm boleh, others sony model maybe can, but i not try yet

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All the Sony Alpha flashes that can mount on a regular Sony Alpha-mount dSLR/SLT can also mount on the NEX-7.

The F43/F58/F20 can also be used as a Sony Alpha-protocol wireless trigger.
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QUOTE(albnok @ Feb 11 2012, 12:40 AM)
hisel:

All the Sony Alpha flashes that can mount on a regular Sony Alpha-mount dSLR/SLT can also mount on the NEX-7.

The F43/F58/F20 can also be used as a Sony Alpha-protocol wireless trigger.
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... and just want to shared with u all. NEX-7 built in flash can "bounce"... and with great result.
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TS add me into list o... I just got my NEX-5N silver... lol...

testing only...

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NEX-7 miniature effect

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Guys, need your opinion... For macro photography, will LED lighting (continuous) be suitable? Or am I better off with a flash? hmm.gif

Thinking of getting:
LED light (can also use as torchlight during power outage laugh.gif )
http://www.dealextreme.com/p/syd-0808-64-l...rder-4-aa-37409
Or maybe macro ring light...
http://www.dealextreme.com/p/yongnuo-wj-60...-3-x-aaa-109212

But definitely getting this IR remote because it's too darn cheap tongue.gif
http://www.dealextreme.com/p/infrared-ir-s...-x-cr2025-65182

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i wonder why our Sony Malaysia's price has such a great difference compare to the US.
the normal Nex kit is about the same, even cheaper than US but when it comes to lenses and Nex-7, we have to pay so much more
I had it and ordered the SEL50f18 from US instead. Even after paying for UPS shipping, its still going to be cheaper than local stores mad.gif
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QUOTE(idoblu @ Feb 11 2012, 10:12 AM)
i wonder why our Sony Malaysia's price has such a great difference compare to the US.
the normal Nex kit is about the same, even cheaper than US but when it comes to lenses and Nex-7, we have to pay so much more
I had it and ordered the SEL50f18 from US instead. Even after paying for UPS shipping, its still going to be cheaper than local stores  mad.gif
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QUOTE(idoblu @ Feb 11 2012, 10:12 AM)
i wonder why our Sony Malaysia's price has such a great difference compare to the US.
the normal Nex kit is about the same, even cheaper than US but when it comes to lenses and Nex-7, we have to pay so much more
I had it and ordered the SEL50f18 from US instead. Even after paying for UPS shipping, its still going to be cheaper than local stores  mad.gif
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Very nice & detail rclxms.gif
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NEX-7 miniature effect

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QUOTE(Dreamworks @ Feb 11 2012, 09:50 AM)
Guys, need your opinion... For macro photography, will LED lighting (continuous) be suitable? Or am I better off with a flash? hmm.gif

Thinking of getting:
LED light (can also use as torchlight during power outage laugh.gif )
http://www.dealextreme.com/p/syd-0808-64-l...rder-4-aa-37409
Or maybe macro ring light...
http://www.dealextreme.com/p/yongnuo-wj-60...-3-x-aaa-109212

But definitely getting this IR remote because it's too darn cheap tongue.gif
http://www.dealextreme.com/p/infrared-ir-s...-x-cr2025-65182
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Added on February 11, 2012, 12:37 pmTaken this morning..eeeyeerr..why my house so many such micro organism wan

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Do DX ship to Malaysia and SG? Last time I tried, it was rejected.

BTW, I have bought several of those batteries for NEX from DX. Works fine for the the price... get a couple.. and not have to b**** over how many extra pix the original can take. Latest they have the battery charger for a song and dance.

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DX's prices are quite reasonable, my only concern is their terrible packaging. I once bought an item but it came full of sticky cellotape... Like in layers and layers and layers, dunno what the staff was thinking rclxub.gif

QUOTE(stimix @ Feb 11 2012, 11:30 AM)
Taken this morning..eeeyeerr..why my house so many such micro organism wan

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Eeewww! What is that? sweat.gif Worm?!?

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QUOTE(Dreamworks @ Feb 11 2012, 06:16 PM)
DX's prices are quite reasonable, my only concern is their terrible packaging. I once bought an item but it came full of sticky cellotape... Like in layers and layers and layers, dunno what the staff was thinking rclxub.gif
Eeewww! What is that? sweat.gif Worm?!?
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Same here, nothing missing thus far. Shipping to Malaysia takes approximately 2 weeks, 3 at most. Wanna get a few cheap accesorries for my 5N like those I mentioned earlier biggrin.gif Still hoping for a recommendation though... LED or flash? unsure.gif
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better buy here lar, local. If anything goes wrong, we don't need to worry. Buy valuable items from oversea too risk. either kena kencing or received damage (in transit) items. Camera and lens are very sensitive items, when item inside thebox, courier people don't know what inside, so they always throw it.
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Looking for bags/case for Nex5n i don't like the one that comes free with it..

Also looking for screen protector.

Any recommendation fellow sifu?
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QUOTE(psyeo @ Feb 11 2012, 07:53 PM)
Looking for bags/case for Nex5n i don't like the one that comes free with it..

Also looking for screen protector.

Any recommendation fellow sifu?
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QUOTE(psyeo @ Feb 11 2012, 07:53 PM)
Looking for bags/case for Nex5n i don't like the one that comes free with it..

Also looking for screen protector.

Any recommendation fellow sifu?
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I have the original Sony. Works great, little finger smudge... only complain is expensive.

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QUOTE(psyeo @ Feb 11 2012, 02:53 PM)
Looking for bags/case for Nex5n i don't like the one that comes free with it..

Also looking for screen protector.

Any recommendation fellow sifu?
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Original case by Sony looks good to me. How I wish I can find the same one for NEX-7. Selection so damn sparse for NEX-7 accessories. Just now looking for hand grip strap for the NEX-7. The ones for Alphas all sold out, the slimmer one so loose. I hate the neck strap for the NEX-7, it's slim so it'll dig into your shoulders. The larger ones for Alphas semua sold out.

Only got time to look at KLCC SonyStyle. Gotta go home and pack for Osaka flight tonight. Might as well I buy these accessories there at Yodobashi Camera downtown Osaka. I'd prefer proper accessories than the third party ones that doesnt suit/fit well.

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QUOTE(stringfellow @ Feb 11 2012, 09:12 PM)
Original case by Sony looks good to me. How I wish I can find the same one for NEX-7. Selection so damn sparse for NEX-7 accessories. Just now looking for hand grip strap for the NEX-7. The ones for Alphas all sold out, the slimmer one so loose. I hate the neck strap for the NEX-7, it's slim so it'll dig into your shoulders. The larger ones for Alphas semua sold out.

Only got time to look at KLCC SonyStyle. Gotta go home and pack for Osaka flight tonight. Might as well I buy these accessories there at Yodobashi Camera downtown Osaka. I'd prefer proper accessories than the third party ones that doesnt suit/fit well.
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I only use a wrist strap ... home made. Find commercial ones too big. Like to keep it simple. NEX can be a very stealth camera. Like to keep it that way.. a simple strap enough to loop over my wrist and to prevent an accidental drop is all I need.
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haha..most probably ancient worm. That's the prominent tiny creatures around my house for my macro adventure.

BTW, for those haven't buy from DX, they are reliable and if item not working, you can actually send back to them via cheapest post and they will refund you the amt by asking you to buy something & minus the postage you send back..They will replace the goods or you decided to nuy another better item minus the postage you send back.. rclxms.gif
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DX's prices are quite reasonable, my only concern is their terrible packaging. I once bought an item but it came full of sticky cellotape... Like in layers and layers and layers, dunno what the staff was thinking rclxub.gif
Eeewww! What is that? sweat.gif Worm?!?
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QUOTE(ChinWY @ Feb 11 2012, 04:48 PM)
I only use a wrist strap ... home made. Find commercial ones too big.  Like to keep it simple. NEX  can be a very stealth camera.  Like to keep it that way..  a simple strap enough to loop over my wrist and to prevent an accidental drop is all I need.
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Straps like this are easy to find. Cant get from Gordy, or even use straps from Nintendo Wii or PSP. I'm looking for Hand grip straps that attaches to the strap loop on the NEX-7 and the bottom of the NEX body via tripod mount, so that it can dangle safely if need while I move around. I'm using it naked now, without the neck strap and all. I agree on its stealthiness, and I like keeping it simple too, but I'd like to see if there are options like these available before I commit myself to just using the NEX-7 with a wrist strap.

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QUOTE(ChinWY @ Feb 11 2012, 04:48 PM)
I only use a wrist strap ... home made. Find commercial ones too big.  Like to keep it simple. NEX  can be a very stealth camera.  Like to keep it that way..  a simple strap enough to loop over my wrist and to prevent an accidental drop is all I need.
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I want to share with NEX friends, especially NEX7 owner. Our NEX is a compact camera, and we must have compact bag also, and very difficult to find nice and compact camera bag in the market right now. This is what i using now, only RM80 and very useful. I can put my NEX7 attached with SEL18200, 16mm pancake, HVL 20AM flash and also got small compartment for small thing like memory card and battery spare.

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QUOTE(hisel @ Feb 11 2012, 05:26 PM)
I want to share with NEX friends, especially NEX7 owner. Our NEX is a compact camera, and we must have compact bag also, and very difficult to find nice and compact camera bag in the market right now. This is what i using now, only RM80 and very useful. I can put my NEX7 attached with SEL18200, 16mm pancake, HVL 20AM flash and also got small compartment for small thing like memory card and battery spare. 

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Hmm... How much is NEX-5 worth in the market nowadays? Thinking of buying a brand new NEX-5H package for RM2800, but keep SEL18200 for myself, then sell off the fresh body + used SEL1855 from my 5N. Feasible? tongue.gif Maybe RM800 for the body and RM500 for the lens?
https://store.sony.com.my/ProductListing/In...pmodel=NEX-5H/B

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ahh all the NEX7 pic are so poisonous..
no money for that tho.. so stick back with my NEX5 haha

anyone using this lens with NEX5?
wanted to get a 50mm lens so happen i saw this post

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wonder is this a good buy.. or any recommendation if i were to get a 50mm lens but not so expensive 1 hmm.gif
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Finally got the camera grip I was looking for my NEX-7. Purchased at Yodobashi Camera.

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JPY1,990.
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QUOTE(how5day @ Feb 12 2012, 05:15 PM)
ahh all the NEX7 pic are so poisonous..
no money for that tho.. so stick back with my NEX5 haha

anyone using this lens with NEX5?
wanted to get a 50mm lens so happen i saw this post

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1 seller selling in here

wonder is this a good buy.. or any recommendation if i were to get a 50mm lens but not so expensive 1 hmm.gif
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Well, it's rather cheap but hard to find reviews on... It's also known as the export version of Helios iianm. Can get for ~RM100 via eBay, 1 member from dpreview even managed to buy 1 for USD5 + USD5 shipping laugh.gif

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JPY1,990.
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Leather? Definitely not my type because I sweat a lot laugh.gif Still prefer the good-old neck/shoulder strap.

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QUOTE(Dreamworks @ Feb 12 2012, 06:10 PM)
Well, it's rather cheap but hard to find reviews on... It's also known as the export version of Helios iianm. Can get for ~RM100 via eBay, 1 member from dpreview even managed to buy 1 for USD5 + USD5 shipping laugh.gif

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Leather? Definitely not my type because I sweat a lot laugh.gif Still prefer the good-old neck/shoulder strap.
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Faux leather. As for sweating, unless the top of your hand sweats and covered by that grip, I reckon it's a non-issue. If the inside of my palm sweats, I'll just release the grip, air our my palm and voila! Dry hands again. Neck/shoulder strap makes the whole NEX setup swings around. And with lenses like the CZ24 and 18-55, it'll sway as I walk. I prefer being at the ready with camera in hand, but I'd like not having to hold on to it all the time. Hence the grip strap.
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can the grip fit on nex 5N?? looks ngam for me too...
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QUOTE(stringfellow @ Feb 12 2012, 06:22 PM)
Faux leather. As for sweating, unless the top of your hand sweats and covered by that grip, I reckon it's a non-issue. If the inside of my palm sweats, I'll just release the grip, air our my palm and voila! Dry hands again. Neck/shoulder strap makes the whole NEX setup swings around. And with lenses like the CZ24 and 18-55, it'll sway as I walk. I prefer being at the ready with camera in hand, but I'd like not having to hold on to it all the time. Hence the grip strap.
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Aha, personal preference I guess. For me I rather have the cam around my neck and leave both hands free for something else. Btw, the grip looks good and price is reasonable. I usually don't have the patience to search for stuffs in Japan laugh.gif Them shops can be rather big and have so many many many things rclxub.gif

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can the grip fit on nex 5N?? looks ngam for me too...
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tamron coming out lens for e mount....hopefully it can be half the price...else buy sony better hahahah

http://www.dpreview.com/news/2011/12/08/TamronNEX18200
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Samyang 8mm f2,8 E-mount FE but full manual focus.
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how much does it cost ar?? wonder wan invest on A mount or E mount better...
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QUOTE(porkchop @ Feb 12 2012, 09:35 PM)
tamron coming out lens for e mount....hopefully it can be half the price...else buy sony better hahahah

http://www.dpreview.com/news/2011/12/08/TamronNEX18200
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No leh, Tamron one cost more than Sony's LOL.

Seriously.

QUOTE(ngcmn @ Feb 12 2012, 11:06 PM)
how much does it cost ar?? wonder wan invest on A mount or E mount better...
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Should be around the A-mount's price.

Well, get A-mount also same, since it's manual focus..

Only you can recycle it and use it with your a-mount if u have an adapter for your NEX.
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QUOTE(chiahau @ Feb 12 2012, 11:37 PM)
No leh, Tamron one cost more than Sony's LOL.

Seriously.
Should be around the A-mount's price.

Well, get A-mount also same, since it's manual focus..

Only you can recycle it and use it with your a-mount if u have an adapter for your NEX.
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QUOTE(hisel @ Feb 11 2012, 01:55 AM)
NEX-7 miniature effect

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Nice miniature shot. This must be Brinchang town.

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QUOTE(ngcmn @ Feb 13 2012, 12:46 AM)
so go A mount better lo?? hopefully i'll hav the money to buy them in near future..
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If you own an alpha Camera, then yea. Might as well go A-mount.

If not, get the E-mount one should be the same. Smaller size summore.
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yup.. i'm a having a just fully repaired A700... like my A700 a lot..
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Anybody have recommendation for a compact bag to carry these items together: NEX-7, 18-55mm, CZ24mm, F20AM flash, extra batteries, chargers, and PSVita(external battery, games, chargers)? Using the free bag I got with the NEX-7, and it's bursting at the seams now. Eyeing the Lowepro Passport Sling, mainly coz it doesn't scream "hey I'm carrying a camera, come rob me" look.

Prefer slings/messenger type please. Backpacks and toploaders all have that typical camera bag looks.
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Guys and sifus... where to get extra batteries for Nex-5n...? what is the expected pricing o...? lol...

Also, Hisel sifu where can get that Alpha bag...?
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QUOTE(zarakiken @ Feb 11 2012, 03:08 PM)
Guys. Is marumi super dhg for 120 cheap? Lol. Argh. I wanna get macro filter fast. Lol.
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I bought the same Marumi s dhg CPL for the same price, probably in July last year. It works and you can twist it to adjust the amount of polarization. Yesterday, I had to wash it under running water after beach visits. No worries about water seeping it as the area between the 2 glasses remained dry after washing. I would recommend this filter.
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I bought the same Marumi s dhg CPL for the same price, probably in July last  year.  It works and you can twist it to adjust the amount of polarization. Yesterday,  I had to wash it under running water after beach visits. No worries about water seeping it as the area between the 2 glasses remained dry after washing. I would recommend this filter.
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WHat does CPL do...? lol... dunno what is that so i just take the normal DHG without cpl... lol...
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Would like to know what kind of software that you guys are using to edit AVCHD file format?
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I use iMovie, but only record using 25p format. iMovie can't handle 50p or 60p AVCHD.
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I might be getting one CPL -polarizing filter too.. Good for those wanna get better blue sky from a dull, white greyish sky view or to reduce glare & reflection on sunny sun.. Good for those like taking sunny outdoor pictures
QUOTE(zarakiken @ Feb 13 2012, 09:31 AM)
WHat does CPL do...? lol... dunno what is that so i just take the normal DHG without cpl... lol...
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Added on February 13, 2012, 12:32 pmAlso might be getting a ND filter too which is good for those taking waterfall wth superb slow white running water..

I think IeR posted a thread here soley on filter.. Very good write up

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how much SEL18200? & Tamron 18200 how much?
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Just get my NEX5N with 18-55m, wish to try out some macro picture...

Any recommend on the lens? should i get the lens or adaptor on my 18-55m?
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The NEX 50mm /F3.5 macro lens..I was offered ~ RM900+ at one of the camera shop in Digital mall Sec 14, PJ
Ended up getting the macro +10 filter from another stall..for RM150..That also not cheap as I can get cheaper octopus macro filter for RM50 nearby haha

BTW, another of my macro-ing during weekend..dunno why I just like macro-ing flowers blush.gif ..This wth +4 hoya filter kua bcos abit far away hmm.gif
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Just get my NEX5N with 18-55m, wish to try out some macro picture...

Any recommend on the lens? should i get the lens or adaptor on my 18-55m?
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The software bundled with your camera. It should be able to do simple editing.

Otherwise, Sony Vegas for Windows or Final Cut Pro for Mac. iMovie and Final Cut Express are able to edit them but you need to transcode them to intermediate formats before the program recognize them for editing.
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QUOTE(zarakiken @ Feb 13 2012, 09:31 AM)
WHat does CPL do...? lol... dunno what is that so i just take the normal DHG without cpl... lol...
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Hmm.. practically I use it for Sea/Lake/water/window/glass aka REFLECTIVE surface pictures. Example, if you are take a picture of a car windscreen in daylight you will get like a film of white covering the windscreen, obscuring the view of the interior . But with the CPL, the windscreen magically becomes clear again and will able to now see the dashboard and interior. Water.. instead of the silvery reflective, shimmering color, you will get to see through the water or see the real blue/green color of the sea. ... whistling.gif unfortunately it doesn't allow you to see through fabric.
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CPL also can act as a mild ND filter and increase contrast of the skies when used properly...

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Just tested the Nokton f1.1 on NEX 7. dayummmmmmmmmmmmmmm the lens is solid!!! drool.gif
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QUOTE(stimix @ Feb 13 2012, 04:02 PM)
The NEX 50mm /F3.5 macro lens..I was offered ~ RM900+ at one of the camera shop in Digital mall Sec 14, PJ
Ended up getting the macro +10 filter from another stall..for RM150..That also not cheap as I can get cheaper octopus macro filter for RM50 nearby haha

BTW, another of my macro-ing during weekend..dunno why I just like macro-ing flowers  blush.gif ..This wth +4 hoya filter kua bcos abit far away  hmm.gif
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May I know where do you get cheaper octopus macro filter for RM50? It's just a lens filter which can convert 1:10 for macro +10 Filter?
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QUOTE(stimix @ Feb 13 2012, 04:02 PM)
The NEX 50mm /F3.5 macro lens..I was offered ~ RM900+ at one of the camera shop in Digital mall Sec 14, PJ
Ended up getting the macro +10 filter from another stall..for RM150..That also not cheap as I can get cheaper octopus macro filter for RM50 nearby haha

BTW, another of my macro-ing during weekend..dunno why I just like macro-ing flowers  blush.gif ..This wth +4 hoya filter kua bcos abit far away  hmm.gif
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anyone try reverse ring for macro? just bought one from ebay, hope will reach by this month smile.gif

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Hehe..me too onthis filter thingies..That's why I so called kena slaughtered earlier on buying the macro & even UV filters. You can google those cheap macro lens in Garage sales under photography accessories sub-forum..I can't advertise specific sellers...but as lotsa sifus here recommend go for good one & not el-cheapo..image quality between good filter and cheapo wan totally diff

QUOTE(jimmyyap03 @ Feb 13 2012, 06:32 PM)
I am sorry, i new for photography....

May I know where do you get cheaper octopus macro filter for RM50? It's just a lens filter which can convert 1:10 for macro +10 Filter?
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CPL filters can be tricky to use if you are trying to get rid of multiple reflections. Turn here reflections on side A gone, but side B appear. Turn there B gone A appear, or maybe I'm too noob rclxub.gif And it's unsuitable for panoramic shots. When used indoors, might have to compensate by +1 to +2 EV.

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QUOTE(fansoption @ Feb 13 2012, 03:40 PM)
how much SEL18200? & Tamron 18200 how much?
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SEL18200 around RM2k to RM2.3k, Tamron extra RM200 to RM300 for now... Hopefully the price will drop and they come out with a fix for blurry pano shot issue.

QUOTE(jimmyyap03 @ Feb 13 2012, 03:52 PM)
Just get my NEX5N with 18-55m, wish to try out some macro picture...

Any recommend on the lens? should i get the lens or adaptor on my 18-55m?
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If I recall correctly, there is only 1 native E-mount macro lens atm which stimix already mentioned. Or you can get a MD to NEX mount adapter for roughly RM50, plus a used Minolta lens for another RM450. However, have to MF lor if use cheap adapters, unless you wanna get LA-EA2 adapter and invest in A-mount lenses tongue.gif

QUOTE(Ah hao @ Feb 13 2012, 08:44 PM)
anyone try reverse ring for macro? just bought one from ebay, hope will reach by this month smile.gif
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You could be the first, be sure to post some shots! And be careful not to get any dust in the lens since its mounting side exposed to the outside world.

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Test shot.
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CPL filters can be tricky to use if you are trying to get rid of multiple reflections. Turn here reflections on side A gone, but side B appear. Turn there B gone A appear, or maybe I'm too noob rclxub.gif And it's unsuitable for panoramic shots. When used indoors, might have to compensate by +1 to +2 EV.

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If I recall correctly, there is only 1 native E-mount macro lens atm which stimix already mentioned. Or you can get a MD to NEX mount adapter for roughly RM50, plus a used Minolta lens for another RM450. However, have to MF lor if use cheap adapters, unless you wanna get LA-EA2 adapter and invest in A-mount lenses tongue.gif
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I dont mind to MF for macro lens as i believe MF can perform better for Macro , just need to study bit before invest into it

Added on February 13, 2012, 10:59 pmAny user can share their macro lens'photo?Wish to view on those lens or filter, so can understand more before i study on it tongue.gif

Added on February 13, 2012, 11:42 pmAnyone know when Sony launch E-mount 30mm macro lens (“E 30mm F3.5 Macro”)? as per this link?

http://sonyalphanex.blogspot.com/2011/06/s...ns-e-mount.html

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Just got the octopus close-up filters... its doin great for now... hmmm... then CPL i should have buy... wanna ask... what is HDR arrr...? what it does...?
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If I would only like to buy the body with single lens, what lens would be recommended? Something wide angle and suitable for travel or just some normal photo shooting. I'm a newbie as I'm using PnS camera all these while. I'm afraid if I buy twin lens, one of it will only sit in the box collecting dust.
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Sigma also has a 30mm f2.8 e mount macro lens.... But I don't think it has started shipping yet..
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hi guys. does the carl zeiss 24mm worth it? it cost an actual bomb for a fixed lens
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Anyone has experienced sending their NEX to Sony center for sensor cleaning?? How was it, and do they charge us for it?

Thanks.
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QUOTE(Dreamworks @ Feb 6 2012, 09:37 PM)
Powah la you, one new macro filter each day laugh.gif Nice flowers by the way.

In the process of acquiring a used Raynox DCR-250 myself, hopefully the deal goes through so I can also start macroing biggrin.gif
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just my concern is can it be directly fit to 18-55 kit lens or do i need a step up or step down ring to mount it
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kitlens with B+W nd1000

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Wah wth ND the effect damn good...Dunno CPL filter can do the same effect bcos thinking of just buy 1 CPL and act as ND too..
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ahh all the NEX7 pic are so poisonous..
no money for that tho.. so stick back with my NEX5 haha

anyone using this lens with NEX5?
wanted to get a 50mm lens so happen i saw this post

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1 seller selling in here

wonder is this a good buy.. or any recommendation if i were to get a 50mm lens but not so expensive 1 hmm.gif
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Some ppl suggest u can buy from KEH.com, good condition, good pricing too.

I also looking to get some 50mm manual focus. Any other got any recommendation where I can get?

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Wah wth ND the effect damn good...Dunno CPL filter can do the same effect bcos thinking of just buy 1 CPL and act as ND too..
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this is 10 stop ND filter ... cpl cant do that ...

QUOTE(veron4best @ Feb 14 2012, 12:28 PM)
If u wan get cheap manual len, there are more resources from Msian ppl over photomalaysia.com
Some ppl suggest u can buy from KEH.com, good condition, good pricing too.

I also looking to get some 50mm manual focus. Any other got any recommendation where I can get?
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ebay biggrin.gif .. got my rokkor-x 50 1.4 for rm300 .. very A+ condition ..

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Yeahlor..after abit of research just now...totally diff thing. I was confused when earlier, one forumer said CPL can also act as mild ND filter haha.. so thinking of cost saving getting all-in one lor blush.gif
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this is 10 stop ND filter ... cpl cant do that ...
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mind to share share how you take this great sutset shot?? wub.gif
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I'm more interested on the white freezed water wave haha..yeah share the Exif pls.
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stimix - u can click on the photo then action drop menu then view the EXIF


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Camera Sony NEX-5N
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ISO Speed 200
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Oh din know flikr having this info too.tnx. I normally copy & aste to this website and most of the time, those already alter their photo or add watermark, this website can't detect the detai..

http://regex.info/exif.cgi?imgurl=http%3A%...441bf2ccf_z.jpg
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18-200 now selling at rm2999.....@_@
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Purchased the Lowepro Passport yesterday, only to replace it with this:

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Billingham Hadley Pro. I was initially considering Hadley Small in same Khaki Tan, but with the Hadley Pro, I can add more than just camera-related items into it.

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No more noisy velcros to deal with, the entire bag insert is removable, so you can slip it out and use the Hadley Pro as your everyday tote bag to work/college.

Something NEX users may wanna consider when looking for a bag to carry their NEX camera with. And of course, this looks nothing like a typical camera bag *with logos and all*, an important criteria (to me at least), so that no one know you're carrying precious camera equipment in your bag.

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I sold my Hadley Small and bought just the insert. ...now I just use the insert in any of my backpacks.
Works for messenger style bags as well

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i'm lucky... i got it last week with rm2099 only
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If u wan get cheap manual len, there are more resources from Msian ppl over photomalaysia.com
Some ppl suggest u can buy from KEH.com, good condition, good pricing too.

I also looking to get some 50mm manual focus. Any other got any recommendation where I can get?
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Now i got about 5 pcs of 50mm legacy prime lenses from ebay.
It is like gambling to bid on ebay! sweat.gif

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QUOTE(RX-78-2 @ Feb 14 2012, 09:29 PM)
Now i got about 5 pcs of 50mm legacy prime lenses from ebay.
It is like gambling to bid on ebay!  sweat.gif

My next target will be Voigtlander Nokton 35mm or 40mm F1.4!!!
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QUOTE(kondesmondes @ Feb 14 2012, 11:17 AM)
also interested in Raynox DCR-250

just my concern is can it be directly fit to 18-55 kit lens or do i need a step up or step down ring to mount it
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Unfortunately I was unable to buy one. Those selling at RM150 ~ RM160 very fast kena sapu by forumers, and the rest RM200 firm sleep.gif You can check back V1/V2 NEX topic, got people managed to attach but it's a tight fit.

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sunset @ Labuat FT
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These pics are all very very nice indeed! How I wish I can snap something like this... Me still got lots to learn.

QUOTE(shukrie @ Feb 14 2012, 12:35 PM)
this is 10 stop ND filter ... cpl cant do that ...
ebay biggrin.gif .. got my rokkor-x 50 1.4 for rm300 .. very A+ condition ..
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Hehe, can recommend 1 or 2 good Minolta lenses for macro? biggrin.gif By the way, your copy is the older variant with 55mm thread or the newer batch?
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Just get my nex-5 to kick start the hobby. nice to meet all the sifu-sifu here biggrin.gif
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hey guys, is B+W XS-PRO Nano 010 UV MRC 49mm selling at rm120 worth it? cant find any price to compare sad.gif
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i wonder wat filter should i get for my kit lens leh?? any suggestions here sifu?? its kinda for everyday shoot 1..
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yeah me too.. now eyeing for a cheap Marumi DHG lens protect & maybe another Marumi for CPL filter also.

Seems not many LYN traders carrying 49mm CPL filter though.
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QUOTE(lencent @ Feb 15 2012, 02:26 AM)
hey guys, is B+W XS-PRO Nano 010 UV MRC 49mm selling at rm120 worth it?  cant find any price to compare sad.gif
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of course worth it if its genuine
but try before you buy, the xs-pro has a slim mount and your lens cap may not fit too well, easily popping out
thats why i prefer the f-pro series

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mind to share share how you take this great sutset shot?? wub.gif
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i always shoot landscape with Aperture mode f8 - f16 ... actually im lucky to stay here in borneo .. can get beautiful sunset almost everyday ..

QUOTE(Dreamworks @ Feb 14 2012, 11:31 PM)
Unfortunately I was unable to buy one. Those selling at RM150 ~ RM160 very fast kena sapu by forumers, and the rest RM200 firm sleep.gif You can check back V1/V2 NEX topic, got people managed to attach but it's a tight fit.
These pics are all very very nice indeed! How I wish I can snap something like this... Me still got lots to learn.
Hehe, can recommend 1 or 2 good Minolta lenses for macro? biggrin.gif By the way, your copy is the older variant with 55mm thread or the newer batch?
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tq bro .. i still learning .. shooting everyday .. hehe ..
i read at fredmiranda forum .. minolta md 35-70 f3.5 is a good macro lens .. but not 1:1 mag ratio .. btw i not into macro .. but im interested with carl zeiss flektogon 35 2.4 also with macro option ..
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QUOTE(clearcase @ Feb 15 2012, 09:05 AM)
yeah me too.. now eyeing for a cheap Marumi DHG lens protect & maybe another Marumi for CPL filter also.

Seems not many LYN traders carrying 49mm CPL filter though.
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What I did is to get a step up ring 49-52mm. I share the filter for my other 52mm lens. Means you should probably think ahead which other lens you want to get and what size it would be first.

QUOTE(shukrie @ Feb 15 2012, 10:00 AM)
i always shoot landscape with Aperture mode f8 - f16 ... actually im lucky to stay here in borneo .. can get beautiful sunset almost everyday ..  
tq bro .. i still learning .. shooting everyday .. hehe ..
i read at fredmiranda forum .. minolta md 35-70 f3.5 is a good macro lens .. but not 1:1 mag ratio .. btw i not into macro .. but  im interested with carl zeiss flektogon 35 2.4 also with macro option ..
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I'm using F16 to F22 on the kit, cause i like all the max depth i can get smile.gif , and it blacks out the objects in the foreground.



BTW.. sweat.gif The SEL18200 price increase is real.

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Is anyone here wish to let go his/her Sony Nex-5? Pls PM me.
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What I did is to get a step up ring  49-52mm. I share the filter for my other 52mm lens.  Means you should probably think ahead which other lens you want to get and what size it would be first.
I'm using F16 to F22 on the kit, cause i like all the max depth i can get  smile.gif , and it blacks out the objects in the foreground.
BTW.. sweat.gif The SEL18200 price increase is real.
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SEL18200 - RM2359 only.... hurry before out of stock

http://shashinki.com/shop/sony-emount-sel1...era-p-8907.html
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Haha.. agreed on Borneo sunset..dunno why much better than Peninsular. I also taken one of my best sunset in KK. I can't get such a superb sunset in Peninsular so far and that was taken using my Nokia N8..I got the best comment & vote on that sunset photo I posted in "molome" haha

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What I did is to get a step up ring  49-52mm. I share the filter for my other 52mm lens.  Means you should probably think ahead which other lens you want to get and what size it would be first.
I'm using F16 to F22 on the kit, cause i like all the max depth i can get  smile.gif , and it blacks out the objects in the foreground.
BTW.. sweat.gif The SEL18200 price increase is real.
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Hi,

I'm looking for a Sony NEX-5K with 18-55mm kit lens. PM me if anyone thinking of selling.

TQ

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post Feb 15 2012, 08:17 PM

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i'm still thinking upgrade my NEX-5 to 5N or 7.
Arghh.... tough decision.....!
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i'm still thinking upgrade my NEX-5 to 5N or 7.
Arghh.... tough decision.....!
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NEX5 to NEX5N = Waja 1.5 to Waja 1.6 sad.gif
NEX5 to NEX7 = Waja 1.5 to BMW M3 flex.gif

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QUOTE(shukrie @ Feb 15 2012, 10:00 AM)
i always shoot landscape with Aperture mode f8 - f16 ... actually im lucky to stay here in borneo .. can get beautiful sunset almost everyday ..  
tq bro .. i still learning .. shooting everyday .. hehe ..
i read at fredmiranda forum .. minolta md 35-70 f3.5 is a good macro lens .. but not 1:1 mag ratio .. btw i not into macro .. but  im interested with carl zeiss flektogon 35 2.4 also with macro option ..
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Thanks for the recommendations, gonna check out reviews about these 2 lenses as well as some price scouting on eBay.

QUOTE(stimix @ Feb 15 2012, 12:12 PM)
Haha.. agreed on Borneo sunset..dunno why much better than Peninsular. I also taken one of my best sunset in KK. I can't get such a superb sunset in Peninsular so far and that was taken using my Nokia N8..I got the best comment & vote on that sunset photo I posted in "molome" haha

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N8 can take brilliant outdoor pics, but is otherwise disastrous indoors tongue.gif

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NEX5 to NEX5N = Waja 1.5 to Waja 1.6   sad.gif
NEX5 to NEX7   = Waja 1.5 to BMW M3        flex.gif 

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5N is definitely not same level (Waja) as the older 5 lar since it houses the same sensor as 7, just less megapixels.

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QUOTE(Dreamworks @ Feb 15 2012, 08:34 PM)
Thanks for the recommendations, gonna check out reviews about these 2 lenses as well as some price scouting on eBay.
N8 can take brilliant outdoor pics, but is otherwise disastrous indoors tongue.gif

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5N is definitely not same level (Waja) as the older 5 lar since it houses the same sensor as 7, just less megapixels.
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are u sure the different is only the megapixels.....
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are u sure the different is only the megapixels.....
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Snapsort listed these as NEX7 advantages against NEX5N:

Has a viewfinder
Much higher true resolution
Continuous video focus
Has an external mic jack
Better image quality
More dynamic range
Built-in flash
Better color depth

Seems negligible though tongue.gif
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yeah daytime even better than IXUS 300HS compact but night shooting - disaster haha
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nex-5n got IR remote sensor?
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nex-5n got IR remote sensor?
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Both NEX-5 and NEX-5 have. but not for 3 ro C3.
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Any shops I can get the 5N-D white set?
Don't seem to find any.
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QUOTE(hisel @ Feb 15 2012, 08:33 PM)
NEX5 to NEX5N = Waja 1.5 to Waja 1.6  sad.gif
NEX5 to NEX7  = Waja 1.5 to BMW M3        flex.gif 

i hope u understand  thumbup.gif
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5N have significant improve on the sensor, which have very high ranking in Image quality and high ISO performance.
And the touch focusing is great for direct composing! the IQ on review seems better than NEX7!

The 7 is great with EVF, built-in flash, hot shoe and Tri-navi, while the size and weight and just slightly increased.
but the price is too much different for upgrade 5N and 7, since EVF is not my main concern.
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Snapsort just dumps whatever specs the manufacturers list, useful for quick comparison but hardly a reliable method to judge IQ... dpreview better tongue.gif
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Snapsort just dumps whatever specs the manufacturers list, useful for quick comparison but hardly a reliable method to judge IQ... dpreview better tongue.gif
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lol yeah, 5N can even win over 7 in snapsort doh.gif
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Do leave your comments for me to improve ya.. shot with new NEX5N.. still not used to the new camera...
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guys, anyone tried SLR Magic 28mm f2.8 for Sony Nex??

i read the review from the internet and its seem to have a lot positive review... and its cheap LOL!!!! laugh.gif

found this guy selling... http://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopic=2221842&hl=
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QUOTE(akRia @ Feb 16 2012, 10:20 PM)
guys, anyone tried SLR Magic 28mm f2.8 for Sony Nex??

i read the review from the internet and its seem to have a lot positive review... and its cheap LOL!!!! laugh.gif

found this guy selling... http://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopic=2221842&hl=
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I tested it before, and it's better than the 35mm f1,7 for the Nex mount.

But for me, so far, the best E-mount lens for prime lens is the Nokton 50mm f0.95 prime lens tongue.gif

Just that its fully manual focus, something which is not bad on the Nex for the focus peaking.
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QUOTE(chiahau @ Feb 16 2012, 10:23 PM)
I tested it before, and it's better than the 35mm f1,7 for the Nex mount.

But for me, so far, the best E-mount lens for prime lens is the Nokton 50mm f0.95 prime lens tongue.gif

Just that its fully manual focus, something which is not bad on the Nex for the focus peaking.
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the price tag rape me inside out cry.gif

but nokton and slr magic is the same company lol!!! just found out from mighty google. try type " www.slrmagic.com" and see where it leads u


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QUOTE(chiahau @ Feb 16 2012, 10:23 PM)
I tested it before, and it's better than the 35mm f1,7 for the Nex mount.

But for me, so far, the best E-mount lens for prime lens is the Nokton 50mm f0.95 prime lens tongue.gif

Just that its fully manual focus, something which is not bad on the Nex for the focus peaking.
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Which also happens to be 4x more expensive than what he mentioned. Heck, even the design itself looks good laugh.gif
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Rumor has it that TAMRON Europe acknowledges the Sweep panorama issue and will issue a firmware fix by end of March.

On another note, went to Tanjung sepat with Friends, so more new pics in the gallery.
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No photo taking for the next few days, as I have just sent my NEX-5 to Sony center KLCC for sensor cleaning. The lady mentioned that it should take 5 days or less and will call if it finishes sooner. It's generally RM20 for sensor cleaning after warranty but it can balloon up to RM150 depending on what dirt and gunk u've got on the sensor.

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for that price i rather go for better brand lens + adapter!
Voigtlander Nokton 25mm f/0.95 MICRO 4/3 mount will be better option with similar price. Although got vignetting at corners but still better glass.
Even can just top up some to get Voigtlander 50mm 1.1 M mount or other zeiss and leica.
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QUOTE(akRia @ Feb 16 2012, 10:27 PM)
the price tag rape me inside out  cry.gif

but nokton and slr magic is the same company lol!!! just found out from mighty google. try type " www.slrmagic.com" and see where it leads u
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Thankiu thankiu.

Yeap, SLR Magic bought over Nokton..

I am waiting for someone to bring the Nokton in so I can organize a TT session, but so far, no luck.

However, the 28mm, I might be able to get my hands on one or two unit if anyone is indeed interested.

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Which also happens to be 4x more expensive than what he mentioned. Heck, even the design itself looks good laugh.gif
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Lolz, yeap. Cost roughly bout 3k after HK price conversion. So that makes it, roughly, 7 times more expensive than the 28mm LOL
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its Noktor not Nokton. Huge difference
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its Noktor not Nokton. Huge difference
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Yeap. Sorry for the typo. Nokton is the one for the Leica mount one.. Voightlander Nokton..
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Guys, I'm having problem on video playback using GOM and VLC where there are a lot of lines on the the moving object.

Any solution to this? I'm using Nex-5N.
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Guys, I'm having problem on video playback using GOM and VLC where there are a lot of lines on the the moving object.

Any solution to this? I'm using Nex-5N.
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Your video is interlaced, hence the scanned lines. To smooth out the lines, you need to turn on the deinterlacing mode on VLC, but this will require a lot of processing power.
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Thanks to you Stringfellow. Problem solved!!

I always thought GOM or VLC default setting provide best performance....
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A new 18-55 lens sold separately for rm700 isit worth to get it? i m currently using 16mm only...>.<
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A new 18-55 lens sold separately for rm700 isit worth to get it? i m currently using 16mm only...>.<
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why you need to buy 18-55 lens separately? it was came along as kit lens, wasn't it?

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why you need to buy 18-55 lens separately? it was came along as kit lens, wasn't it?
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my package doesnt come with it...>.<

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my package doesnt come with it...>.<
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Y dont u head over Sony Center and play with NEX that attached with 18-55mm lens and only decide?
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To all sifu out there I just sold my d3100 because i am not pro and no time to learn for it so wanna get nex , any sifu can recommen ? I like to take picture with blur effect and potrait photo
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To all sifu out there I just sold my d3100 because i am not pro and no time to learn for it so wanna get nex , any sifu can recommen ? I like to take picture with blur effect and potrait photo
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welcome to the orange side! i sold my a300 last time and upgraded/downgraded to NEX5 and i've never regretted it biggrin.gif
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I want to share with NEX friends, especially NEX7 owner. Our NEX is a compact camera, and we must have compact bag also, and very difficult to find nice and compact camera bag in the market right now. This is what i using now, only RM80 and very useful. I can put my NEX7 attached with SEL18200, 16mm pancake, HVL 20AM flash and also got small compartment for small thing like memory card and battery spare. 

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very nice bro, mine to share where i can buy it?
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thanks bro , mind to share which kit should i buy ? nice to take blur and potrait photo thanks
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welcome to the orange side! i sold my a300 last time and upgraded/downgraded to NEX5 and i've never regretted it biggrin.gif
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Since I got my NEX... sell of my D60 and 90 muahahaha... now fully with NEX-5 no regret and no turning back...

NEX is the best thing!!! performance of nikon D90 and so easssssy to use also small
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Another macro-in week..BTW, I hv a quick comparison wth Ragnox 250 macro filter Vs My Hoya +4 & Ilens +10 combined. Well, the +14 given closer image but the quality, I hv to admit Ragnox better. Upon zooming, the _14 macro filter having outer yellowish lines whereas, Ragnox no yellowish lines..

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yo fellowship of the Orange side! I always recommend my friends to buy one NEX camera whenever they ask me for opinion on getting a entry level dslr, I'd recommend them to get a Nex camera, though I've not really use one for myself, HAHA. biggrin.gif

I got the chance to try the C3 at a store and dug some info out of the Internet and coming from the user of Nikon and Canon DSLR myself, I have to admit that the Nex series cameras do have a serious pack of performance in such a camera body and capable of out-performing the "Rebel" (Well depending on the situation and I dont wanna butthurt those DSLR users, just simply my own opinion anyway.)

Surely I'll get one NEX camera for myself in the future. smile.gif
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QUOTE(stimix @ Feb 18 2012, 09:04 PM)
Another macro-in week..BTW, I hv a quick comparison wth Ragnox 250 macro filter Vs My Hoya +4 & Ilens +10 combined. Well, the +14 given closer image but the quality, I hv to admit Ragnox better. Upon zooming, the _14 macro filter having outer yellowish lines whereas, Ragnox no yellowish lines..

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Raynox is only +8, of course cannot compare with your +14 tongue.gif Hmm, focusing seems to be somewhat off with those ants of yours though...

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To all sifu out there I just sold my d3100 because i am not pro and no time to learn for it so wanna get nex , any sifu can recommen ? I like to take picture with blur effect and potrait photo
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If by "blur" you mean bokeh then it's not just the camera, but also your lens (needs fast lens with small f number/large aperture), for portraits people usually recommend primes.

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yes sifu there which lens should i get with nex 5 for bokeh and potrait thanks
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even the 18-55 kit lens can produce the bokeh and nice portrait shots with the right control of aperture, object and background distance.
after u get the NEX, there are frequent free Sony Lifestyle workshop to get you right on track.
Yesterday i just join the Home Portrait shot with NEX workshop, it is really nice to get you hands on with the basic NEX kit lens and lighting u can get at home.

In future, then u can invest the SEL50F18 for portrait, i just tested it at the workshop. Really easy to use AF, fast and sharp!
If have low budget, can try to get those legacy lens like minolta 50/1.7, Konica Hexanon 50/1.7, etc which just cost few hundreds but with nice optic. but then u need to get used to Manual Focus!
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Shaking hand mah at this max F5.6 _ macro haha..furthermore the focusing area getting super narrow at this max zoom range. If using Raynox, the focusing area slightly bigger and more area to focus.. Yeah you can see the tail part abit out of focus fo sure and if you DL & zoom-in further, you can see the yellowish lines. Raynox- no yellow-yellow wan haha...hand gatal abit wanna get a raynox liao but dunno how to sell these overpriced maro filters.. cry.gif
QUOTE(Dreamworks @ Feb 18 2012, 11:45 PM)
Raynox is only +8, of course cannot compare with your +14 tongue.gif Hmm, focusing seems to be somewhat off with those ants of yours though...
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how do we clean the image sensor of the NEX C3?
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Getting a 5N soon, does the "clicking" noise still exist on new batch of this camera? If I noticed it while purchasing, shall I just ignore it or insist to get a no noise unit?
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QUOTE(stimix @ Feb 19 2012, 07:51 AM)
Shaking hand mah at this max F5.6 _ macro haha..furthermore the focusing area getting super narrow at this max zoom range. If using Raynox, the focusing area slightly bigger and more area to focus.. Yeah you can see the tail part abit out of focus fo sure and if you DL & zoom-in further, you can see the yellowish lines. Raynox- no yellow-yellow wan haha...hand gatal abit wanna get a raynox liao but dunno how to sell these overpriced maro filters.. cry.gif
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for macro it's best if you use a smaller aperture to get more depth of field (or more things in focus)... especially when you are using a filter to achieve macro.. don't be afraid to boost your ISO to raise the shutter speed to freeze the ants..
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tnx for the tip..but normally I set everything to auto except to the macro scn mode haha..should I go for M mode?
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tnx for the tip..but normally I set everything to auto except to the macro scn mode haha..should I go for M mode?
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If you got time to experiment then by all means go ahead smile.gif see how aperture changes affect your pictures.
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stimix,
and use a tripod...
essential for macro shots at mid to high appertures...

as for someone who mentioned manual lenses..
do try a hand at them..
there are some good lenses for a fraction of the cost but ala leica, zeiss, nokton manual focusing, apperture controls..

do have a look at the pentax takumars m42 mount lenses.. good lenses..
cameras come and go.. these lenses will stay on in my dry box.

ps.. there was a gathering of the nex users.. a tt session where peeps exchanged ideas, views and info about all things nex..

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very nice bro, mine to share where i can buy it?
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yo fellowship of the Orange side! I always recommend my friends to buy one NEX camera whenever they ask me for opinion on getting a entry level dslr, I'd recommend them to get a Nex camera, though I've not really use one for myself, HAHA. biggrin.gif

I got the chance to try the C3 at a store and dug some info out of the Internet and coming from the user of Nikon and Canon DSLR myself, I have to admit that the Nex series cameras do have a serious pack of performance in such a camera body and capable of out-performing the "Rebel" (Well depending on the situation and I dont wanna butthurt those DSLR users, just simply my own opinion anyway.)

Surely I'll get one NEX camera for myself in the future. smile.gif
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I tried my friend's Canon 550D. The first thing i notice is that through the optical viewfinder, I can't immediately see what effects the selected iso and shutter would have. Which means I had to do more guessing, instinct and requires more experience to shoot with it. U may see a clear pic on the viewfinder, but due to the settings the resulting picture would be too dark. With NEX, you would already know it will be dark just by looking at the rear screen before shooting. NEX sorts of simulates the picture before you capture it.

In other words, we Nex users are being spoonfed hehe, but of course technology enhancements are supposed to make our lives easier.

I do like the 550D front dial situated at the right middle finger to change the shutter speed. Press and hold another button while turning the dial makes it change the aperture instead, which is quick n convenient. well.. that's until NEX-7 appeared nod.gif

The 550D focusing is also noticeably faster.

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how do we clean the image sensor of the NEX C3?
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First try borrowing or buying a 'Blower'. looks like some 1/3 inflated baloon with a tube at the end. Then give the sensor some blow *s. Never blow with the mouth no matter how tempting or desperate you are. Never use the regular cotton buds.

If that doesn't give any joy, then send the cam to Sony center. Mine's there at the moment since last Friday and should get it back this coming week.

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NEX7 + 18200 lense for RM5.9k consider ok?
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@ jtan.pdr Tnx but isn't it difficult using tripod when the objects are moving all over the place? hmm.gif Yeah not easy...better macro-ing on flower..more static biggrin.gif ..This probably my best macro shot of those ants dy:
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Kurt Munger review of Tamron 18200 Nex

One review of this lens
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I accidentally dropped my NEX-5N, there's a hairline crack on the side. Anyone knows where can I repair, probably fill it with some epoxy and paint over it? I am also wondering if I could replace that part of the casing if I bring it to Sony service center.
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Do you guys know when to buy SEL24F18Z cheap?
The retail price is RM3,799.
Any one bought lower than that price?



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Do you guys know when to buy SEL24F18Z cheap?
The retail price is RM3,799.
Any one bought lower than that price?
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Studio Zaloon or find the boss for Boeing at Sg Wang to discuss bout pricing lol.

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Do you guys know when to buy SEL24F18Z cheap?
The retail price is RM3,799.
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Studio Zaloon or find the boss for Boeing at Sg Wang to discuss bout pricing lol.

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In Sg Wang..it's either Boeing or Photo Edar/Bintang haha. But their accesories damn expensive..BTW, I'm the one kena slaughtered for buying cheap NEX5N but expensive filters there
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how much does it cost for a new nex 5 ? anything to caution when buy it ?
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NEX 5 is cheap bcos it's older version of NEX5N. For 2 lens NEX 5 can be same price as a new NEX5N wth only 1 lens. And that 1 lens itself can be inthe region of ~RM800 already!

BTW, I got my NEX5N + the 18-55 lens for RM2190. Vheap -Yes but not the filters & acessories
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QUOTE(Reix @ Feb 20 2012, 10:10 AM)
Do you guys know when to buy SEL24F18Z cheap?
The retail price is RM3,799.
Any one bought lower than that price?
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i got mine for RM3,250 from Zaloon. Fantastic lens.
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In Sg Wang..it's either Boeing or Photo Edar/Bintang haha. But their accesories damn expensive..BTW, I'm the one kena slaughtered for buying cheap NEX5N but expensive filters there
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This is normal la bro.. Normally, i will sapu my camera from there, and slowly hunt for filters later.
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i got mine for RM3,250 from Zaloon. Fantastic lens.
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RM3250....fulamak!!!! tycoon..... thumbup.gif thumbup.gif still can nego abit? RM3200 seems more nice price tongue.gif
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Headsup.. personally I think this (if the lens are up to good standards) could prove to be awesome for e-mount

http://photorumors.com/2012/02/16/sigma-30...rice-announced/

It's a bit slow at f2.8 but small and cheap ...pre-order at USD199

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NEX7 + 18200 lense for RM5.9k consider ok?
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That's bloody cheap, actually.

NEX-7 body goes for RM4499, while the SEL18200 normally retails from 2100 ~ 2300. In other words, the lens will cost only RM1400.

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Headsup.. personally I think this (if the lens are up to good standards) could prove to be awesome for e-mount

http://photorumors.com/2012/02/16/sigma-30...rice-announced/

It's a bit slow at f2.8 but small and cheap ...pre-order at USD199

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MTF charts compared to their FF 50/2.8 EX is great on paper. Can't wait to see some actual shots with this lens. For it's price, it's a really sweet deal. Considering the 2.8 aperture, it's not really a huge issue when you factor in the price and size.

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RM3250....fulamak!!!! tycoon..... thumbup.gif  thumbup.gif  still can nego abit? RM3200 seems more nice price tongue.gif
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You ask Uncle Chin. I dunno. tongue.gif

Personally, I'm happy it's not RRP.
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You ask Uncle Chin. I dunno. tongue.gif

Personally, I'm happy it's not RRP.
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QUOTE(hianz86 @ Feb 20 2012, 11:38 AM)
RM3250....fulamak!!!! tycoon..... thumbup.gif  thumbup.gif  still can nego abit? RM3200 seems more nice price tongue.gif
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Lolz, with Uncle, hard 2 nego one la.

Once he firm his best price dy, very hard 2 get discount..

But he's service, superb la.

QUOTE(axii @ Feb 20 2012, 12:21 PM)
That's bloody cheap, actually.

NEX-7 body goes for RM4499, while the SEL18200 normally retails from 2100 ~ 2300. In other words, the lens will cost only RM1400.

Added on February 20, 2012, 12:23 pm

MTF charts compared to their FF 50/2.8 EX is great on paper. Can't wait to see some actual shots with this lens. For it's price, it's a really sweet deal. Considering the 2.8 aperture, it's not really a huge issue when you factor in the price and size.
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Well, wait a little more and you can get your hands on it. though personally, i am quite skeptical of Sigma's quality..
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QUOTE(chiahau @ Feb 20 2012, 01:14 PM)
Well, wait a little more and you can get your hands on it. though personally, i am quite skeptical of Sigma's quality..
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But but but... those SOP sigma worries are for pdaf lens.. this is cdaf. Boh back/front focus wan.
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But but but... those SOP sigma worries are for pdaf lens.. this is cdaf. Boh back/front focus wan.
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I know.. But still.... Sigma....

Hurmp..

I'll let the review unit to land at my front door 1st before making any conclusion.
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But but but... those SOP sigma worries are for pdaf lens.. this is cdaf. Boh back/front focus wan.
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Word is, both 30/2.8 and 19/2.8 were originally designed for their DP2 Merril P&S. We can expect good stuff to come from it. Do note that the final design for the DP2 merril has a different optical construction... 7 elements compared to 6.

In any case, more 3rd party NEX lenses the better.
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QUOTE(axii @ Feb 20 2012, 01:32 PM)
Word is, both 30/2.8 and 19/2.8 were originally designed for their DP2 Merril P&S. We can expect good stuff to come from it. Do note that the final design for the DP2 merril has a different optical construction... 7 elements compared to 6.

In any case, more 3rd party NEX lenses the better.
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Agreed.

But frankly, NEX has alot of options of lens to choose from, if you don't mind losing the AF and using MF with some other lens instead smile.gif
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QUOTE(chiahau @ Feb 20 2012, 01:48 PM)
Agreed.

But frankly, NEX has alot of options of lens to choose from, if you don't mind losing the AF and using MF with some other lens instead smile.gif
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Yes, MF lenses will open up a whole new category for NEX users. I've used quite a few myself before adopting the EA2 adapter and A-mounts. But do remember that Sony is targeting P&S upgraders with the NEX line; most of which are not likely to venture into legacy lenses. It's only us enthusiasts who go for these type of things smile.gif

Of course, hopefully Sony will remember to cater to us enthusiasts and give us some constant aperture zooms or faster primes!
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QUOTE(axii @ Feb 20 2012, 02:21 PM)
Yes, MF lenses will open up a whole new category for NEX users. I've used quite a few myself before adopting the EA2 adapter and A-mounts. But do remember that Sony is targeting P&S upgraders with the NEX line; most of which are not likely to venture into legacy lenses. It's only us enthusiasts who go for these type of things smile.gif

Of course, hopefully Sony will remember to cater to us enthusiasts and give us some constant aperture zooms or faster primes!
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i want SEL 16-50 2.8 sony !!
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Guys I'm abit split between getting the NEX-5N or the NEX-C3. As far as i know, C3 is slightly cheaper and there's not really much difference between C3 and 5N (correct me if im wrong). So, should I just go for C3 instead? Or any of you know any significant advantage the 5N has over C3?
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hi guys, may i know that Sony Nex 5N still having "CLICK" sound during recording videos? thanks~!
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Here the differences: http://www.dpreview.com/products/compare/s...ucts=sony_nex5n
QUOTE(eksk86 @ Feb 20 2012, 08:47 PM)
Guys I'm abit split between getting the NEX-5N or the NEX-C3. As far as i know, C3 is slightly cheaper and there's not really much difference between C3 and 5N (correct me if im wrong). So, should I just go for C3 instead? Or any of you know any significant advantage the 5N has over C3?
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QUOTE(eksk86 @ Feb 20 2012, 08:47 PM)
Guys I'm abit split between getting the NEX-5N or the NEX-C3. As far as i know, C3 is slightly cheaper and there's not really much difference between C3 and 5N (correct me if im wrong). So, should I just go for C3 instead? Or any of you know any significant advantage the 5N has over C3?
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If you think it's just slightly cheaper, go for the 5N. It's a huge difference, actually. If you browsed the previous pages you would find a lot of posts from people here comparing the 5N and C3 differences. It's readily available; you just have to browse a little.
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^underexposed. Push up the ISO or dial in more exposure compensation.
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Yeah.. That what I think also..haha..Still hv yet to really play wth ISO & exposure..still on AF haha
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Haha..honestly I also yet to master foto-chop
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Haha..honestly I also yet to master foto-chop
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Use gimp/ . PhotoChop not required, it's free and clears your conscience haha..smile.gif

The only setbacks I have encounter with GIMP so far is.. 1) batch processing 2) Lens correction 3) Once in a while the buttons and pointers misbehave. For 1 and 2, i would have to hunt for the scripts, plugins if they exists for the latest GIMP version.
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Tnx will give it a try..although long long time ago I did DL that software b4 just to watermarked my photos..Thereafter, lost interest and forgotten about it haha
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can any1 recomend a good flash to go togather with NEX5N?

...btw, can a nex5n even hotshoed with an external flash?...paiseh

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any1 try the tamron 18-200 lens? it is lighter smaller and better ghosting n flare control compare to the sony nex say by the review..>.<
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can any1 recomend a good flash to go togather with NEX5N?

...btw, can a nex5n even hotshoed with an external flash?...paiseh
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NEX-5N does not have a hotshoe, only the Smart Accessory Terminal so the HVL-F20S is the only option besides the bundled HVL-F7S. Hope this helps. biggrin.gif
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QUOTE(LinaLHY @ Feb 22 2012, 06:32 PM)
NEX-5N does not have a hotshoe, only the Smart Accessory Terminal so the HVL-F20S is the only option besides the bundled HVL-F7S. Hope this helps. biggrin.gif
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Anyone tried this external flash? is that worth to buy or what big differences in between the built in one ? hmm.gif

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On the way buying & trying an ancient 70s' Minolta MD Rokkor 50mm F1.4 + NEX adaptor from on forumer here....Any comment on this bokeh lens b4 I commit.
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why don't you request for try and buy?
so test it directly, if ok then only take and pay on the spot.
this will be better way.
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Yeah going to do that but probably few comment and feedback from current & past users on this lens will helps..my current source is just reviews from internut haha...,,Worry bcos it's antique blush.gif



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Headsup...
Sigma 30mm f2.8 reviewed di.. though its the m43 mount.

http://www.superflexible.com/photography/sigma30mm.htm

Worrying thing is that there's corner softness on m43 could very well mean worse for larger e-mount
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Anyone tried this external flash? is that worth to buy or what big differences in between the built in one ? hmm.gif
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yea.. like u want the effect where persons face to be nicely exposed on the left, but shadow on the right side then the flash is placed at an angle on the left. On camera flash u would get both sides equally lit. Asking the person to stand next to a window is a workaround.

Placing the flash behind the person to get the golden glow around the Silhouette of the person. I guess for more creative photos, external flashes would be an advantage. I was interested with off camera flash, went hunting for YongNuo, but was put off by the lack of a hotshoe + preflash issue on NEX3,5.



On another note, I am not sure whether to be impressed or worried. sweat.gif

I callled Sony service today; instead of cleaning the sensor as i have instructed, they went to look for dust in my kitlens and now want to help me to clean the dust inside the lens!! This they said would require opening it up and dunno what la. Hopefully the don't forget to clean the APS-C sensor before returning it to me and may i get back a working lens. No charges for the lens and sensor cleaning as the NEX is still under warranty.



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QUOTE(stimix @ Feb 23 2012, 11:00 AM)
On the way buying & trying an ancient 70s' Minolta MD Rokkor 50mm F1.4 + NEX adaptor from on forumer here....Any comment on this bokeh lens b4 I commit.
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i love this lens .. bokeh is nice .. "minolta colors" .. acceptable sharp at wide open ...

bokeh test @ f2.8

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QUOTE(nlik @ Feb 23 2012, 12:56 PM)
yea.. like u want the effect where persons face to be nicely exposed on the left, but shadow on the right side then the flash is placed at an angle on the left. On camera flash u would get both sides equally lit.  Asking the person to stand next to a window is a workaround.

Placing the flash behind the person to get the golden glow around the Silhouette of the person.  I guess for more creative photos, external flashes would be an advantage.  I was interested with off camera flash, went hunting for YongNuo, but was put off by the lack of a hotshoe + preflash issue on NEX3,5.
On another note, I am not sure whether to be impressed or worried.  sweat.gif

I callled Sony service today; instead of cleaning the sensor as i have instructed, they went to look for dust in my kitlens and now want to help me to clean the dust inside the lens!! This they said would require opening it up and dunno what la. Hopefully the don't forget to clean the APS-C sensor before returning it to me and may i get back a working lens. No charges for the lens and sensor cleaning as the NEX is still under warranty.
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Why don't you clean it by yourself instead?There's a sensor cleaning mode for NEX cam, and we only need to use blower to blow the dust off?
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QUOTE(serewen @ Feb 23 2012, 01:59 PM)
Why don't you clean it by yourself instead?There's a sensor cleaning mode for NEX cam, and we only need to use blower to blow the dust off?
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Wait till u get particles that cannot be blown off the sensor.., then u'll know.


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Wait till u get particles that cannot be blown off the sensor.., then u'll know.
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i got 1 question. if i get the FDA-SV1 for 5N, is it the PQ tat come out is different + better?
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Wah nice bokeh from minolta 50mm F1.4...manual pun bisa liao...Much better than the NEX pancake lens for sure haha..Now hv to master manual shooting..
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hey guys quick question here to confirm something.

If i would like to shoot something (figurines) behind a glass cabinet a CPL filter would help me get a better shot right?

Going to Cybertroncon next month & im sure lots of pics to be taken behind glass cabinets & reflections bothers me tongue.gif.
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QUOTE(shinzhizu @ Feb 23 2012, 02:46 PM)
i got 1 question. if i get the FDA-SV1 for 5N, is it the PQ tat come out is different +  better?
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The FDA-SV1 is a cold-shoe optical viewfinder, meant to be used with the SEL16F28. This means that it's FOV is only 16mm. It will not be accurate if used with the SEL1855 or any other lens. Also, because it is purely optical, you will not get Live View Exposure simulation, or Depth of Field. It is meant purely for framing purposes, or for use in broad daylight. What you see is not what you get. At it's price, it's a terrible buy. I don't recommend it.

No Viewfinder, optical or electronic, will improve your picture quality.

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hey guys quick question here to confirm something.

If i would like to shoot something (figurines) behind a glass cabinet a CPL filter would help me get a better shot right?

Going to Cybertroncon next month & im sure lots of pics to be taken behind glass cabinets & reflections bothers me tongue.gif.
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Yes, a CPL will help to reduce reflections somewhat.

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QUOTE(axii @ Feb 23 2012, 04:20 PM)
The FDA-SV1 is a cold-shoe optical viewfinder, meant to be used with the SEL16F28. This means that it's FOV is only 16mm. It will not be accurate if used with the SEL1855 or any other lens. Also, because it is purely optical, you will not get Live View Exposure simulation, or Depth of Field. It is meant purely for framing purposes, or for use in broad daylight. What you see is not what you get. At it's price, it's a terrible buy. I don't recommend it.

No Viewfinder, optical or electronic, will improve your picture quality.

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Yes, a CPL will help to reduce reflections somewhat.
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Thanks for the clarification. Any brand to recommend to use with nex C3?
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Thanks for the clarification. Any brand to recommend to use with nex C3?
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hi all..just bought NEX-5NK today... RM2199 come with 3 year warranty from sony... class 4 8gb...camera case and some lens protection kit and sony mini gorilla like tripod.. good deal?
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Octopus is bad (>RM50), Hoya is decent(>RM100), Marumi and B+W is great (<RM100).
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How bout Kenko or Keep? I saw quite a lot of these in GArage Sales Section.
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Anyone tried this external flash? is that worth to buy or what big differences in between the built in one ? hmm.gif
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I'm using the HVL-F20S and its better than the bundled flash as its brighter, comes with a diffuser and "taller". if you are looking into buying the 18-200mm lens or any zoom/telephoto lens the bundled flash would cause a shadow cos its too short. however they have a flash extender for this.

what you can do to achieve the bounce flash effect is to just attach a shiny reflective card at the lower part of the HVL-F7S and secure it with a rubber band. works only if you have a low ceiling though. tongue.gif
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Wah where to find Marumi or B&W below RM100 wor shocking.gif
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Octopus is bad (>RM50), Hoya is decent(>RM100), Marumi and B+W is great (<RM100).
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Selling Vivitar 70-210mm f3.5, who interested may take a look here smile.gif

http://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopic=2239033


Image Taken by this lens with sony nex 3.with MD- E mount Adapter (adapter available in ebay for < RM50)

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QUOTE(huaipoh @ Feb 23 2012, 06:16 PM)
hi all..just bought NEX-5NK today... RM2199 come with 3 year warranty from sony... class 4 8gb...camera case and some lens protection kit and sony mini gorilla like tripod.. good deal?
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nice. may i know where did u buy yours & was it cash price or credit card? thumbup.gif
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QUOTE(epsilon_chinwk86 @ Feb 23 2012, 03:39 PM)
hey guys quick question here to confirm something.

If i would like to shoot something (figurines) behind a glass cabinet a CPL filter would help me get a better shot right?

Going to Cybertroncon next month & im sure lots of pics to be taken behind glass cabinets & reflections bothers me tongue.gif.
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Here's the effect the Marumi DHG CPL will give u. I was shooting at an angle through a glass table>
http://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopi...&#entry43088279
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nice. may i know where did u buy yours & was it cash price or credit card?  thumbup.gif
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Got liao that Minolta MC(MD mount) Rokkor 50mm F1.4...One word WOW rclxms.gif ..1st test let me find a proper lens cover for my SEl1855..most probably wil use the manual lens more that Nex lens after this haha

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QUOTE(stimix @ Feb 24 2012, 12:35 AM)
Got liao that Minolta MC(MD mount) Rokkor 50mm F1.4...One word WOW  rclxms.gif ..1st test let me find a proper lens cover for my SEl1855..most probably wil use the manual lens more that Nex lens after this haha

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Wah the sunset damn nice-si. Any trick, lens use, filter & etc?

BTW, wth the new 55mm F1.4 minolta bokeh master, I hv to saurce for step down ring 55-52 step down ring for my macro filters & another body cover to keep the Nex zoom lens..manyak susah haha
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Sony E 55-210mm F4.5-6.3 Lens worth to buy?
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Another tamron 18 200 NEx review : ephotozine tamron-18-200mm-f-3-5-6-3-di-iii-vc-nex-lens-review
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QUOTE(stimix @ Feb 24 2012, 12:35 AM)
Got liao that Minolta MC(MD mount) Rokkor 50mm F1.4...One word WOW  rclxms.gif ..1st test let me find a proper lens cover for my SEl1855..most probably wil use the manual lens more that Nex lens after this haha

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How much u get it ? From ebay?

Recently bought a md 50mm f1.7, very nice too rclxms.gif


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For sure ,ore than F1.7 price but very ancient type and heavy. Got if from LYN Garage sales. RM350 inc of NEX adaptor .. so I think good buy liao bcos ebay also ~ US$70 -US$99 exc adaptor & delivery hmm.gif
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How mucm u get it ? From ebay?

Recently bought a md 50mm f1.7, very nice too  rclxms.gif
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QUOTE(stimix @ Feb 24 2012, 11:27 AM)
For sure ,ore than F1.7 price but very ancient type and heavy. Got if from LYN Garage sales. RM350 inc of NEX adaptor .. so I think good buy liao bcos ebay also ~ US$70 -US$99 exc adaptor & delivery  hmm.gif
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i hate heavy lens, glad that my md 50mm f1.7 is light and small tongue.gif
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Any recommendation for a zoom lens (+ micro) that doesn't break my wallet, don't mind with the converter and manual focus.
The Tamron 18-200mm DI III is tempting but way off my budget d. cry.gif
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I have the classic Konica Hexanon 80-200mm F4.5 and Vivitar 80-205mm F3.8 (Konica mount) to let go.
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Interested can PM me.
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Does anyone know when will Sony NEX 50mm f/1.8 OSS start selling in Malaysia? And about how much is it? Thank you very much~
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Get older manual focus lens lagi shiok haha..
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Wah the sunset damn nice-si. Any trick, lens use, filter & etc?
tq bro .. i use crappy 16mm lens .. but i love this lens .. donno some people hate this lens .. i use DRI method .. image combined from 2 exposure ..

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Get older manual focus lens lagi shiok haha..
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@Shukrie - Awhhhh....wish I can do that..speechless

@Darkshining - I also just started learning to do manual focus after getting the ancient minolta lens 2 nites ago haha..Immediately after the seller teach me the setting, the peaking control, & etc...I got so excited that NEX 5N can do so many things that I never even know
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stimix, congrats on your "new" Rokkor, pics looks fantastic thumbup.gif

I on the other hand wasn't so lucky... evilBay has been cruel to me, bidded for a few lenses this whole week but didn't even manage to get one. Sigh, some sellers charge postage fees more than RM100, no advantage lor when compete with those local US bidders cry.gif

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QUOTE(shukrie @ Feb 24 2012, 09:37 PM)
tq bro .. i use crappy 16mm lens .. but i love this lens .. donno some people hate this lens .. i use DRI method .. image combined from 2 exposure ..

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Curious, just how close are you standing to the water? Not afraid cam kena splash? sweat.gif

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took out my NEX 5N with kit lens out yesterday.. what a good camera! color is so accurate that I don't need to edit.

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QUOTE(shukrie @ Feb 24 2012, 09:37 PM)
tq bro .. i use crappy 16mm lens .. but i love this lens .. donno some people hate this lens .. i use DRI method .. image combined from 2 exposure ..

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QUOTE(Ah hao @ Feb 23 2012, 09:06 PM)
Selling Vivitar 70-210mm f3.5, who interested may take a look here smile.gif

http://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopic=2239033
Image Taken by this lens with sony nex 3.with MD- E mount Adapter (adapter available in ebay for < RM50)

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If serial no. starts with 22 or 28 do PM me, this is also one of the few lenses I was hunting for on evilBay biggrin.gif
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QUOTE(shukrie @ Feb 24 2012, 09:37 PM)
tq bro .. i use crappy 16mm lens .. but i love this lens .. donno some people hate this lens .. i use DRI method .. image combined from 2 exposure ..
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nice shot drool.gif never heard of DRI method b4, kena pergi cari uncle google liao doh.gif

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QUOTE(huaipoh @ Feb 25 2012, 09:27 AM)
took out my NEX 5N with kit lens out yesterday.. what a good camera! color is so accurate that I don't need to edit.
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beautiful picture and awesome car drool.gif

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took out my NEX 5N with kit lens out yesterday.. what a good camera! color is so accurate that I don't need to edit.
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beautiful picture and awesome car drool.gif

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If serial no. starts with 22 or 28 do PM me, this is also one of the few lenses I was hunting for on evilBay biggrin.gif
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its sold, but its tokina version, start with no.37 smile.gif

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QUOTE(stimix @ Feb 25 2012, 07:17 AM)
@Shukrie - Awhhhh....wish I can do that..speechless

@Darkshining - I also just started learning to do manual focus after getting the ancient minolta lens 2 nites ago haha..Immediately after the seller teach me the setting, the peaking control, & etc...I got so excited that NEX 5N can do so many things that I never even know
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QUOTE(Ah hao @ Feb 25 2012, 11:01 AM)
its sold, but its tokina version, start with no.37  smile.gif
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Oh, that was pretty fast sweat.gif For ~RM200, I think it's quite an affordable and value for money lens which has 1:2.2 macro ability. At the moment, I'm targeting Komine (said to be the best of all versions) or maybe a Kiron, but definitely not Cosina tongue.gif
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tokina version (start with NO.37) macro is only 1:4, not really a macro lens... but from what i read from internet, quite a number of users said Tokina is the best among vivitar series 1, if you don't mind macro focusing... How true is that i am not sure unsure.gif

Tokina version is the lightest and smallest among first 3 version of vivitar series 1(all review said only choose first 3 version), but Tokina version is already bulky and heavy, so i really cant imagine the other version's weight and size doh.gif
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QUOTE(Ah hao @ Feb 25 2012, 05:11 PM)
tokina version (start with NO.37) macro is only 1:4, not really a macro lens... but from what i read from internet, quite a number of users said Tokina is the best among vivitar series 1, if you don't mind macro focusing... How true is that i am not sure  unsure.gif

Tokina version is the lightest and smallest among first 3 version of vivitar series 1(all review said only choose first 3 version), but Tokina version is already bulky and heavy, so i really cant imagine the other version's weight and size  doh.gif
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Hehe, there are a lot of Series 1 out there (8 iianm). Kiron does 1:2.2 macro, Tokina 1:4, and Komine 1:2.5... Komine is said to be the sharpest of the bunch though, but then again some prefer the Tokina. Since you've you used the Tokina with NEX, mind sharing how's the overall feel (when you say bulky and heavy, I assume handling is bad?). Need tripod to get decent pics or will handheld be sufficient? biggrin.gif

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QUOTE(Dreamworks @ Feb 25 2012, 05:38 PM)
Hehe, there are a lot of Series 1 out there (8 iianm). Kiron does 1:2.2 macro, Tokina 1:4, and Komine 1:2.5... Komine is said to be the sharpest of the bunch though, but then again some prefer the Tokina. Since you've you used the Tokina with NEX, mind sharing how's the overall feel (when you say bulky and heavy, I assume handling is bad?). Need tripod to get decent pics or will handheld be sufficient? biggrin.gif
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ya...the handling is bad for me sweat.gif

when this lens attach to nex, i hold the lens instead of camera, if i hold on camera i really scare the mount will break apart doh.gif so i don't dare to use tripod either, the lens weight is too much rclxub.gif

and when focusing,i turn focus ring with 1 hand , hold the lens(camera) with another hand, then hand shake seriously till i always get blur picture cool2.gif

maybe i have a chicken hand tongue.gif


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is at Sony Centre Sunway Pyramid today.. they doing promotion..stock limited.. 500 for cc  tongue.gif
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thanks for the info. i bought mine today @ sony centre sunway pyramid. great price with lots of freebies and most importantly 3 yrs extended warranty & no extra charge for credit card icon_rolleyes.gif thumbup.gif thumbup.gif
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Morning marketing shot -Testing using Minolta rokkor 50mm- F1.4 . AP mode
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Also a +4 macro using same lens:
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Morning marketing shot -Testing using Minolta rokkor 50mm- F1.4 . AP mode
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tq bro .. i use crappy 16mm lens .. but i love this lens .. donno some people hate this lens .. i use DRI method .. image combined from 2 exposure ..

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Added on February 26, 2012, 3:28 pmLooking for 16mm lens, anyone know seller selling on it with cheap price? either new or used 16mm lens...

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Darn...After Ah Hao sold his "Big bro" and discussion wth Dreamworks, I kenot stand and committed another purchase of this big bro- Sigma 70-210 mm moment ago..ETA in 2 wks time...now the waiting game drool.gif

Added on February 27, 2012, 9:49 amNext - A real MD manual focus macro lens??

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Some shots. C & C are welcome.

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Some shots. C & C are welcome.
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Darn...After Ah Hao sold his "Big bro" and discussion wth Dreamworks, I kenot stand and committed another purchase of this big bro- Sigma 70-210 mm moment ago..ETA in 2 wks time...now the waiting game  drool.gif

Added on February 27, 2012, 9:49 amNext - A real MD manual focus macro lens??
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which version of sigma 70-210mm?

i am finding a macro lens too, if focal length < 100mm, its hard to shoot animal except for some slow movements bugs, but if if not AF and OSS, >100mm is easily blur due to handshake... Dilemma doh.gif

Added on February 27, 2012, 11:32 amRisk my life for this shot, wild owl with 50mm lens, simply a step ahead i can reach "him" sweat.gif

Please advice, am i overdoing the color/contrast/sharpness? CnC is greatly welcome smile.gif

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Nice bokeh eagle..eh or Owl rclxub.gif blush.gif Which 50mm now haha..1.7 or 1.4 and Minolta lens or none Minolta?

BTW, the 70-210mm is this one:
"Sigma UC Zoom 70-210mm F4-5.6 Multicoated. Minolta MD mount"

Looking for a 100mm 1:1 macro lens..either minolta/Sigma wth MD mount for sure since I hv the MD adapter dy rclxms.gif

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first pic is nice, sharp and nice color smile.gif

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which version of sigma 70-210mm?

i am finding a macro lens too, if focal length < 100mm, its hard to shoot animal except for some slow movements bugs, but if if not AF and OSS, >100mm is easily blur due to handshake... Dilemma doh.gif

Added on February 27, 2012, 11:32 amRisk my life for this shot, wild owl with 50mm lens, simply a step ahead i can reach "him"  sweat.gif

Please advice, am i overdoing the color/contrast/sharpness? CnC is greatly welcome smile.gif

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nice owl and it stays calm, but what was the thing below the owl?
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nice owl and it stays calm, but what was the thing below the owl?
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OWL nvr panic doh.gif

it makes u panic only by keep staring at u without blinking rclxub.gif

its oil palm's leave.... btw, next time when replying, don quote the image as well, thanks rclxms.gif

QUOTE(stimix @ Feb 27 2012, 11:48 AM)
Nice bokeh eagle..eh or Owl  rclxub.gif  blush.gif  Which 50mm now haha..1.7 or 1.4 and Minolta lens or none Minolta?

BTW, the 70-210mm is this one:
"Sigma UC Zoom 70-210mm F4-5.6 Multicoated. Minolta MD mount"

Looking for a 100mm 1:1 macro lens..either minolta/Sigma wth MD mount for sure since I hv the MD adapter dy  rclxms.gif
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this pic is taken by MD 50mm F1.7, no money to buy 1.4 doh.gif

1st pic is taken @ f3.5, so its obviously sharper than the 2nd one, taken with f1.7...
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It's just amazing that >30yrs old lens can do such a great job that I don't think the newest, expensive NEX lenses can do well..haha..my 2sen
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OWL nvr panic doh.gif

it makes u panic only by keep staring at u without blinking rclxub.gif

its oil palm's leave.... btw, next time when replying, don quote the image as well, thanks  rclxms.gif
this pic is taken by MD 50mm F1.7, no money to buy 1.4  doh.gif

1st pic is taken @ f3.5, so its obviously sharper than the 2nd one, taken with f1.7...
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He mentioned MD mount liao lor..so it's those Manual focus lens wth adapter for sure haha

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Using minolta 50mm with any adapters or with the sony la-ea2?
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a no brand adapter, for this lens is MD - e mount adapter, can get it less than RM50 from ebay smile.gif

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It's just amazing that >30yrs old lens can do such a great job that I don't think the newest, expensive NEX lenses can do well..haha..my 2sen
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i am quite surprise for its performance too, as this lens is definitely older than me thumbup.gif

Added on February 27, 2012, 12:13 pmand when pixel peeping, its surprise me as well, fxxk off for those expensive e mount lens biggrin.gif

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congrats bro ..
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That one crop at F3.5? Yeah really wow..I think I must reduced my F from 1.4 to probably 2.8 or 4 too haha

One think I dun like about 50MM after using it for few days + the added adapter is the focal lenght permanently >50mm & wth the adapter probably 80MM? That's already any auto max zoom lens liao compare wth my existing 18-55 kit lens and if wanna shoot food picture, I need to sit further away from my food.. sad.gif

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That one crop at F3.5? Yeah really wow..I think I must reduced my F from 1.4 to probably 2.8 or 4 too haha

One think I dun like about 50MM after using it for few days + the added adapter is the focal lenght permanently >50mm & wth the adapter probably 80MM? That's already any auto max zoom lens liao compare wth my existing 18-55 kit lens and if wanna shoot food picture, I need to sit further away from my food.. sad.gif
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PP awhile for that same pic, and i like this tone thumbup.gif
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BTW, what I mean by hv to go far to get my food photo focused to the centre is like this and yet so close haha sumore that narrow focused area in the ctr at this F1.4. hmm.gif Need to perfect this sifus? blush.gif

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Meaning you also using NEX? I thought u're on Alpha SLT? from the alpha thread?

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BTW, what I mean by hv to go far to get my food photo focused to the centre is like this and yet so close haha sumore that narrow focused area in the ctr at this F1.4.  hmm.gif  Need to perfect this sifus?  blush.gif

Added on February 27, 2012, 12:52 pmfansoptian..can't read your exif via jeffre's exif viewer
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Meaning you also using NEX? I thought u're on Alpha SLT? from the alpha thread?
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u gotta crop for that i guess, and use f1.4 to shoot food is it too wide open? unsure.gif

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Haha..miniature effect on that bowl. Yeah need to reduce further the apperture..Your F3.5 owl & F1.8 giving a hint liao how sharp the ctr photo & more focused area can be although probably affecting the behind bokehness haha

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Haha..miniature effect on that bowl. Yeah need to reduce further the apperture..Your F3.5 owl & F1.8 giving a hint liao how sharp the ctr photo & more focused area can be although probably affecting the behind bokehness haha
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u try it then tell me the effect tongue.gif
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a no brand adapter, for this lens is MD - e mount adapter, can get it less than RM50 from ebay smile.gif
i am quite surprise for its performance too, as this lens is definitely older than me  thumbup.gif

Added on February 27, 2012, 12:13 pmand when pixel peeping, its surprise me as well, fxxk off for those expensive e mount lens biggrin.gif

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So when you are using the MD adaptor, it will still a MF lenses, but when you are attached to the LA-EA2, it will turns up an AF lenses, am I right?(I was attended a Sony workshop and heard about this) hmm.gif

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So when you are using the MD adaptor, it will still a MF lenses, but when you are attached to the LA-EA2, it will turns up an AF lenses, am I right?(I was attended a Sony workshop and heard about this) hmm.gif
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if u buy alpha lens, ya, will AF when using LA-EA2, but its super duper slow AF...

the lens i bought is MD 50mm f1.7, its an OLD lens, which at that moment still didnt invent AF yet whistling.gif MC/MD lens cant use LA-EA2, because the mount is different... and no matter how, it cant AF... if it AF, u throw it away and u run biggrin.gif

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I recognise the food. Haha, I had it yesterday, Taiwanese Shihlin food at Asian Avenue in Pyramid.

QUOTE(stimix @ Feb 27 2012, 12:48 PM)
BTW, what I mean by hv to go far to get my food photo focused to the centre is like this and yet so close haha sumore that narrow focused area in the ctr at this F1.4.  hmm.gif  Need to perfect this sifus?  blush.gif

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Meaning you also using NEX? I thought u're on Alpha SLT? from the alpha thread?
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I recognise the food. Haha, I had it yesterday, Taiwanese Shihlin food at Asian Avenue in Pyramid.
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Yeap I also placed an order of an ext tube for MD dy..Hopefully getting it within 3 wks time rclxms.gif
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suddenly remind of a thing call extension tube, it can shorten the minimum focus distance. but how well the effect i don know, nvr try b4 biggrin.gif

u try it then tell me the effect  tongue.gif
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Added on February 27, 2012, 5:02 pmLooks better than the kit lens provided by NEX liao lor haha. For me I think it's good. Probbly it's my noob skill haha
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the bokeh is horrible though.
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the bokeh is horrible though.
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I dont know how to see bokeh is nice or not doh.gif

U mean its not bokeh enough ? Or the bokeh is ugly? hmm.gif
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The bokeh is messy. And very distracting.
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Just google about sel 50mm f1.8, it is sooooo over price !!! Around rm 1000 (Usd 299 )for a 50mm 1.8? Omg....

Canon 50mm 1.8 = rm300++
nikon 50mm 1.8= rm400++
Sony 50mm 1.8= rm 500++
then nex 50mm 1.8 = 1000????!!!!!

What are sony think about ? sweat.gif

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The bokeh is messy. And very distracting.
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Its lens problem or i should set smaller f-value? icon_question.gif

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BTW, what I mean by hv to go far to get my food photo focused to the centre is like this and yet so close haha sumore that narrow focused area in the ctr at this F1.4.  hmm.gif  Need to perfect this sifus?  blush.gif

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Meaning you also using NEX? I thought u're on Alpha SLT? from the alpha thread?
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I using NEX-5N 4 month already.
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Hmnnn I just like the feeling of bokeness.. Well, I dunno what zstan mean by messy bokeh but I just luv it..unless somewan wth SEL50F1.8 can get better than the so called messy bokeh? In the 1st place, isn't bokeh suppose to be very messy on the background haha

Added on February 27, 2012, 6:54 pmWah. likedat your earlier macro works all using 5N? darn those really good macro... U need to share abit of your technique of maroing wth NEX 5n dy haha rclxms.gif
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I using NEX-5N 4 month already.
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QUOTE(Ah hao @ Feb 27 2012, 05:56 PM)
Just google about sel 50mm f1.8, it is sooooo over price !!! Around rm 1000 (Usd 299 )for a 50mm 1.8? Omg....

Canon 50mm 1.8 = rm300++
nikon 50mm 1.8= rm400++
Sony 50mm 1.8= rm 500++
then nex 50mm 1.8 = 1000????!!!!!

What are sony think about ? sweat.gif

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Its lens problem or i should set smaller f-value? icon_question.gif
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SEL50F18 have OSS.
I tested AF is quite fast and sharp.
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SEL50F18 have OSS.
I tested AF is quite fast and sharp.
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If its 55-200mm , then OSS is a must nod.gif
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+ Rm500++ for the OSS, it doesnt seems right to me... And OSS is not a must for 50mm to me, but sure its an advantage  smile.gif

If its 55-200mm , then OSS is a must nod.gif
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agreed. that's why i stick to my Konica Hexanon 50mm F1.4! tongue.gif
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It is old Konica mount. Before Minolta time. Alpha is follow minolta.
I got the lenses and adapter from ebay too.
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It is old Konica mount. Before Minolta time. Alpha is follow minolta.
I got the lenses and adapter from ebay too.
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how old is ur lens ? shocking.gif
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Just google about sel 50mm f1.8, it is sooooo over price !!! Around rm 1000 (Usd 299 )for a 50mm 1.8? Omg....

Canon 50mm 1.8 = rm300++
nikon 50mm 1.8= rm400++
Sony 50mm 1.8= rm 500++
then nex 50mm 1.8 = 1000????!!!!!

What are sony think about ? sweat.gif

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Its lens problem or i should set smaller f-value? icon_question.gif
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NEX 50mm is stabilised and has a better built. It's no brainier why it's more expensive.

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Hmnnn I just like the feeling of bokeness.. Well, I dunno what zstan mean by messy bokeh but I just luv it..unless somewan wth SEL50F1.8 can get better than the so called messy bokeh? In the 1st place, isn't bokeh suppose to be very messy on the background haha

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Haha. When u shoot more with expensive glass or see other people's pictures then u will understand what's creamy bokeh and messy bokeh.
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sorry, before merged with Minolta became Konica-Minolta!
my lens is full metal body earlier type with F1.4-F16 which is around 1973.
refer http://www.buhla.de/Foto/Konica/Objektive/e50_14.html
it is recommended sharp lens.
more details can find from http://www.mobile01.com/topicdetail.php?f=254&t=1948301&p=1
if u can read chinese.
i still have other Konica Hexanon like legendary sharp lens 50/1.7 (early & later), 40/1.8, 57/1.4 (chrome ring),....
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QUOTE(Ah hao @ Feb 27 2012, 11:30 AM)
first pic is nice, sharp and nice color smile.gif

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which version of sigma 70-210mm?

i am finding a macro lens too, if focal length < 100mm, its hard to shoot animal except for some slow movements bugs, but if if not AF and OSS, >100mm is easily blur due to handshake... Dilemma doh.gif

Added on February 27, 2012, 11:32 amRisk my life for this shot, wild owl with 50mm lens, simply a step ahead i can reach "him"  sweat.gif

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I'm not a pro but with my experience with other pros, the first one: It's kinda sad that the front part of the wings are not focus but instead of blurred out. I really like your shots, stunt me for quite awhile actually (at first I was WOAHhhhh... and then I was nooo...), the contrast and sharpness is just great in my opinion. I love "his" eyes. blush.gif

Perhaps you can send your shots to flickr instead, because sometimes the image host will compress your images so best if you can upload your photos to flickr or photoshop.com smile.gif

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I'm not a pro but with my experience with other pros, the first one: It's kinda sad that the front part of the wings are not focus but instead of blurred out. I really like your shots, stunt me for quite awhile actually (at first I was WOAHhhhh... and then I was nooo...), the contrast and sharpness is just great in my opinion. I love "his" eyes.  blush.gif 

Perhaps you can send your shots to flickr instead, because sometimes the image host will compress your images so best if you can upload your photos to flickr or photoshop.com  smile.gif
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i deliberately out of focus its wings... if all was in focus then the bokeh will worse than now... outcome will be a more distracting background... nvm, i will try again tomorrow, hope the owl waiting for me there wink.gif
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For those going manual, this is a good long winded interesting article.. I spent almost 3 hrs digesting it while watching dramas haha

http://aggregate.org/DIT/OLDLENS/

I hope I will not be like this biggrin.gif :

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Old manual focus lenses are highly addictive. The first time you pick one up, the mechanical quality hits home. Then you turn the focus ring. Wow! That sure felt good. Unbelievably smooth. Then you make the really big mistake. Thinking manual focus is cool, you try turning the manual focus ring on your favorite auto-focus lens. What the H*LL was that? Sloppy. Plastic. Yuck! The next thing you know, you've got a dozen old M42 lenses sitting next to you.... It's called LBA: Lens Buying Addiction.
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post Feb 27 2012, 11:48 PM

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Fuyoh, suddenly everybody so active... Was awfully quiet last weekend laugh.gif By the way, my IR remotes came in today. Anybody want one? I bought extras by accident (multi-tabbed browsing cool2.gif ), sell at cost of RM6. Discount RM1 if you work in Sony hehe... I can pass to you anytime in the office.

QUOTE(Ah hao @ Feb 25 2012, 06:50 PM)
ya...the handling is bad for me  sweat.gif

when this lens attach to nex, i hold the lens instead of camera, if i hold on camera i really scare the mount will break apart doh.gif so i don't dare to use tripod either, the lens weight is too much  rclxub.gif

and when focusing,i turn focus ring with 1 hand , hold the lens(camera) with another hand, then hand shake seriously till i always get blur picture cool2.gif

maybe i have a chicken hand tongue.gif
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Most tele lens usually like that, big and long and maybe heavy especially old ones with metal-build, really need a tripod if zoomed out. I bidded (and still winning atm) for the 1st version by Kiron, gonna need to start exercising my hands and arms as it's the heaviest of all sweat.gif

QUOTE(stimix @ Feb 27 2012, 12:31 PM)
That one crop at F3.5? Yeah really wow..I think I must reduced my F from 1.4 to probably 2.8 or 4 too haha

One think I dun like about 50MM after using it for few days + the added adapter is the focal lenght permanently >50mm & wth the adapter probably 80MM? That's already any auto max zoom lens liao compare wth my existing 18-55 kit lens and if wanna shoot food picture, I need to sit further away from my food.. sad.gif
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NEX has a crop factor of 1.5x so a 50mm (FX/full-frame format) lens would equal to ~75mm on our cams, not sure whether the adapter will affect anything though. Can always try a extension tube if you want close-ups, cheap and can be used with majority of lenses unlike filters which are limited by its thread size, 49mm cannot install on 55mm and vice-versa unless add step-up/step-down ring.
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post Feb 28 2012, 12:36 AM

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QUOTE(Dreamworks @ Feb 27 2012, 11:48 PM)
Fuyoh, suddenly everybody so active... Was awfully quiet last weekend laugh.gif By the way, my IR remotes came in today. Anybody want one? I bought extras by accident (multi-tabbed browsing cool2.gif ), sell at cost of RM6. Discount RM1 if you work in Sony hehe... I can pass to you anytime in the office.
Most tele lens usually like that, big and long and maybe heavy especially old ones with metal-build, really need a tripod if zoomed out. I bidded (and still winning atm) for the 1st version by Kiron, gonna need to start exercising my hands and arms as it's the heaviest of all sweat.gif
NEX has a crop factor of 1.5x so a 50mm (FX/full-frame format) lens would equal to ~75mm on our cams, not sure whether the adapter will affect anything though. Can always try a extension tube if you want close-ups, cheap and can be used with majority of lenses unlike filters which are limited by its thread size, 49mm cannot install on 55mm and vice-versa unless add step-up/step-down ring.
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the lens is huge and heavy till i don dare to put my camera on the tripod sweat.gif i holding the lens but not the camera doh.gif

1st version is larger and heavier than my tokina version, so... good luck to u thumbup.gif
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