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Thanks Cynog, we will add those in if we have reviewed them.

Thanks, this has been updated

Hi gerainte1 - we've posted the results here:
https://www.ephotozine.com/article/october--autumn--photography-competition-winner-announced-35095
Thanks
Josh

This is just for Sony E/FE-mount cameras, thanks

Hi AldrinS, we've got a guide to Sony A-mount lenses here:

https://www.ephotozine.com/article/top-50-best-sony-alpha---a-mount-lenses-2020-30707

and Sony E/FE-Mount lenses here:

https://www.ephotozine.com/article/top-39-best-sony-e-fe-mount-lenses-2020-29886

Hi llamoga,

We've uploaded additional shots taken at f/2.8

Thanks
Josh

David Thorpe has posted a video on how to clear the shooting screen:

Here's an example of continuous AF tracking in use, both taking shots, and showing the camera tracking without taking shots.

Hi seppl, the error in the specifications table has been corrected, thanks

Hi Inna,

There are a number of things you need, in order to stream live to YouTube, and you'll need 1000 subscribers on your account, before you can "Mobile" live stream. Less than this and you'll need to use the Desktop or Webcam streaming options:

https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/9228390

Thanks
Josh

Hi Kaz84, we took over 2,500 photos and didn't notice it as an issue, with the camera on standard settings.

Quote:You say that the camera gives "Great image quality" and yet suggest that it would be better with a different sensor. Can you explain why please?


Hi Ray, yes the camera gives great image quality, however, considering the camera is Sony's flagship camera, and Sony are the leaders in sensor technology, it's a shame it doesn't feature a BSI CMOS sensor, as this would take the image quality to the next level. As we said in the conclusion, considering APS-C BSI CMOS sensors are available, and in use by other people, why isn't Sony using the best available sensors in it's flagship product?

Hi aitchess3, we've updated the review, thanks for your detailed comment.

Hi Bytesmiths,

Thanks for the suggestion

We've reviewed a number of vintage lenses, which can be found here:
https://www.ephotozine.com/reviews/vintage-lenses-133

thanks
Josh

We've updated the first table so that it is D750 on the left, D780 on the right as per the rest of the article and images, thanks

We should get getting proper hands-on and time to test the camera shortly. Any questions for Nikon, let me know. Thanks

Hi cvh01 - this isn't a review - it's a buyers guide - with links to the reviews where you'll find all the information on the lenses, thanks, Josh

Hi Paul,

We're not the only site finding the battery life of the 4 XL lacklustre:

https://www.zdnet.com/product/google-pixel-4-xl/

https://www.irishtimes.com/business/technology/google-pixel-4xl-great-camera-bad-battery-life-1.4065991

https://www.trustedreviews.com/reviews/google-pixel-4-xl

https://www.pocket-lint.com/phones/reviews/google/149771-google-pixel-4xl-review

Yes, the 4XL has more mAh than the 3XL, but that does not mean that battery life is going to be better, particularly if the screen (or other components) use more power. (The Pixel 4 has less mAh than the 3).

Hi Josa,

You can use any Z-mount lens, including full-frame Z-mount lenses, with the camera using the middle of the lens, and giving a 1.5x crop, so a 50mm lens would be equivalent to a 75mm lens (for example).

Thanks,
Josh

Hi 8632DOM, when reviewed the camera was £449, an increase in price over the TG-5.

Hi Caron,
This has been corrected, apologies for the error, and congratulations on the win!
Thanks,
Josh

Yes I agree - f/11 isn't enough for that subject. We've added additional photos.

You say that the camera is unforgiving in regard to technique. (And that's certainly true with some subjects) However, what's quite impressive is how successful shots are when simply using the camera out and about. You don't need a tripod, you don't need to double check focus, the camera will focus perfectly time after time, and produce incredibly sharp results shot after shot.

Quote:@ Joshwa - yes USB-C can be inserted either way, as to being more solid, pure conjecture, there's no peer reviewed data on that - but back to my original question - Will we be saying a 'con' of no usb-c in the review of every camera which doesn't have one, or were you just looking to pick holes ? You should not cherry pick the comments you are willing to respond to.



Yes we may put it as a con for all future reviews, although considering most new cameras are now using USB-C, we may not need to. (Depending if there are not an excessive number of other negatives).

Hi,

USB-C cables can be inserted both ways up (therefore easier to connect), is generally more solid than MicroUSB, is generally quicker (USB3 rather than USB2), and MicroUSB is being used by less and less in new devices.

Thanks
Josh

Hi Evan,

How we test our lenses can be found here, and goes in to detail on the process:
https://www.ephotozine.com/article/lens-reviews---find-out-how-we-review-lenses-33167

Thanks
Josh

Quote:Please add a full review of the Sony FE 24-105!


Here you go:
https://www.ephotozine.com/article/sony-fe-24-105mm-f-4-g-oss-review-33431

The mount is mechanical, and can be tightened or loosened with an allen key.

Hi Stuart,

The most popular full-frame mirrorless camera (based on photos uploaded to ePHOTOzine, over the last 12 months), was the Canon EOS RP, followed by the A7R II.

My theory is that Canon / Nikon release a smaller number of cameras, so if you want a professional body APS-C camera, you buy the Canon EOS 7D Mark II (as that's the only option from Canon), or the D500 (ditto, Nikon), but if you want a Sony full-frame mirrorless camera, there's a choice of 8 or 9 different bodies.

Hope that helps,
Josh

Hi TheWoolf, when we have this lens in for a full review, we will be sure to add some, thanks Josh

Quote:Continuous AF, Eye-AF on half press of shutter...not worth mentioning?


From the review: "The face and eye-detection focus is fast and reliable, with the camera able to find the subject even when not facing the camera directly." There is more about AF in the rest of the review as well.

Hi, the Nikon Coolpix S7000 doesn't give you manual controls, so you can't change the aperture of the camera, instead it will set the aperture based on what it thinks is the best setting. The aperture available to the camera will also change depending on how much zoom you use.