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?

Sandisk Extreme HD it is. Thanks guys for your recommendation.

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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Added on February 5, 2012, 6:27 pmAll cameras and camera accessories are 0% tax in Malaysia. Even if customs holds your purchase, just go and pick it up, no charge at all.

This post has been edited by whateva2k: Feb 5 2012, 06:27 PM

Its smaller too!!! 62mm vs Sony's 67mm. Very very tempted, especially the black one. Will match my 5N perfectly!

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Added on February 7, 2012, 3:08 pmWhat kind of issue? Wonder how they gonna fix it other than totally changing the design.

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Added on February 7, 2012, 4:57 pmI'm totally poisoned! - TAMRON 18-200MM F3.5-6.3 DI III VC LENS




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

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

This post has been edited by whateva2k: Feb 7 2012, 04:57 PM

hisel,

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

That setup is around RM7,400, right?

Yeah, very nice. Where, where?

I use iMovie, but only record using 25p format. iMovie can't handle 50p or 60p AVCHD.

I bought mine about 4 days before CNY, click sound is still there.

I only know its there when I purposely shake it. Until now, with my normal usage, photo and video shooting, never hear the click sound at all.

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Added on February 29, 2012, 6:57 amEven if you don't invest in additional lenses, you can still get the 5N, as the picture quality will be much better than any point and shoot compact.

This post has been edited by whateva2k: Feb 29 2012, 06:57 AM

Check this out: http://forums.dpreview.com/forums/readflat...40294630&page=1

I'm really considering to invest in LA-EA2 + SAL1650 to go with my 5N.

Anyone think that this is not a good idea please voice out before I burn a big hole in my wallet!

Why this setup because I take a lot of pictures of my 2 year old kid, indoor, so I really need faster focusing and faster lens.

That's the problem. Sigh. I'm thinking of ordering from B&H online. Still considering whether to take the risk or not.

Another option is to get the SAL2875, but its a SAM lens, don't know if there will be focusing sound during video. I also take quite a lot of videos with my 5n.

Yes LA-EA2 is huge, and it's even larger when SAL1650 is attached. Just look at the last picture from the dpreview forum link I posted earlier.

But that's the advantage of NEX system, I can go big or small depending on situation. Can't do that with A77.

SAL1650 has a very good review online, they said it actually has a quality level of Sony G lens, but because it's not built for their FF dslt, they didn't brand it as G lens.

I've never use a prime lens. I don't feel comfortable with the idea of not having the flexibility of adjustable focal length during composition. I also like F1.8. If only Sony has fast F1.8 zoom lens it will be damn expensive also.

Actually, first of all i want the PDAF from LA-EA2, my kid is always moving around, find it a bit difficult to get a focus quick enough with the current CDAF to capture the moment.

Which means now I need an A-mount lens.

And since my kid is always moving around, having a constant f2.8 would be an advantage indoor with low light where I can choose a faster shutter speed to avoid blurry image from my kid's movement.

Also I would prefer SSM worrying that SAM will have focusing sound during video shooting. I also take a a lot of videos of my kid.

No, I have not try it myself. Good to hear another good feedback from you. Many review I've read said it doesn't feel as big as it looks online.

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Added on March 1, 2012, 1:45 pmYes, I agree. I was considering to get the 35mm F1.8 first, buy worry that this lens will become redundant if I would to get SAL1650. Maybe I should just get this and forget about the fast zoom.

This post has been edited by whateva2k: Mar 1 2012, 01:45 PM

Bummer. Back to square one...

This is my first ILC, so I've never bought any lens before. Anyone can recommend any outlet which has a lot of Sony lenses on display which I can test? Sony concept store will be my best bet I guess.

Hopefully it speeds up AF significantly!

Thanks guys for the suggestion. Will check out Studio Zaloon. And very nice of you guys to send me to my death!

Maybe it's the cable or the connection. Are you using the original cable provide with your camera? From your description of your error, it sounded more like a connection problem.

I will be upgrading mine tonight. My battery is charging now...

Where did you order it from? Most online store I check has no stock.

Oh yeah, silly me. So you don't mind not having warranty for the lens? Basically nothing to worry about? I am too considering to buy online,