Sony announces NEX-6 16MP with Wi-fi
Sony announced the Alpha NEX-6 16MP enthusiast mirrorless interchangeable lens camera and three additional E-mount lenses for its NEX cameras. The NEX-6 builds on the features first seen in its predecessor, the NEX-5R. In addition, it gains a highresolution, 2.3M dot OLED viewfinder previously seen on the NEX-7, plus an external mode dial. The NEX-6 is launched along with a 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 retractable power zoom lens. It will be available for about $850 ( Body only).
Sony introduces α99 camera with translucent Mirror Technology and Dual AF System
Sony has announced its flagship full frame interchangeable lens camera, the SLT A99. The A99 features a 24MP 36x24mm CMOS sensor that features on-sensor phase detection, creating a dual AF system that promises improved focus tracking and focus precision. It also includes the Quick Navi interactive status panel and a host of features for video shooters. There is also an additional lens, the SAM 28-75mm F2.8, a moderately-priced fast standard zoom. The α99 full-frame digital system camera will be available this October as body-only for about $2800.
Sony reveals DSC-RX1 full-frame camera with fixed Zeiss T 35mm F2 lens
Sony has officially announced the Cyber-shot DSC-RX1, a full-frame compact camera with a fixed 35mm F2 lens. The camera features a 36x24mm CMOS sensor and a leaf shutter for near-silent operation. It includes a manual aperture ring and dedicated exposure compensation dial for direct manual control. The camera will retail for around $2,800.
Sony adds three new lenses for its E-mount NEX cameras
Sony has announced three E-mount lenses for its NEX cameras, a 10-18mm wide zoom, a 16-50mm retractable power zoom and a 35mm F1.8 prime lens. The 1018mm F4 is a mid-level wide-angle zoom covering a 15-27mm equivalent range. The 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 power zoom offers a compact standard zoom covering the 24-75mm equivalent range. Finally the 35mm F1.8 is a 53mm equivalent normal prime lens. The 10-18mm will cost around $850, the 16-50mm power zoom will cost around $350, and the 35mm F1.8 will be priced around $450.