Tips for choosing a Sony camera

The famous Japanese brand Sony produces high-quality equipment that is rich in functionality and high practicality. In the assortment of the manufacturer, you can find excellent models of cameras of various categories. It could be like simple compact and professional mirrors copies. In today's article, we will learn how to choose the right technique.

Nowadays, the technology of the Sony brand is very popular, has millions of fans around the world. Any equipment of a Japanese manufacturer is designed in such a way as to meet all the requirements of buyers. This also applies to high quality Sony cameras presented in wide range.

Let's see what are the main features of original Sony cameras.

1. The technique of the Japanese company with all its appearance demonstrates excellent quality execution. The products are distinguished by impeccable and meticulous assembly, devoid of any flaws and flaws. This feature has a positive effect on the durability and wear resistance of modern cameras.
2. Sony's current cameras have excellent technical equipment... Thanks to its sophisticated characteristics, the technique can produce excellent and high-quality images that will surely delight users of all levels - both amateurs and professionals.
3. Sony equipment is as simple and convenient as possible management... The devices are designed in such a way that it is pleasant and comfortable for a person to work with them. The cameras are highly ergonomic. In them, all the functional controls are located thoughtfully and conveniently.
4. The brand's technique is convenient and understandable interface... Each user can figure out how to use and manage it. If, in the course of "acquaintance" with the camera, questions arise, then the answers to them can be easily found in the attached instruction manual.
5. Sony cameras have excellent design... Due to the interesting and original design, the technique looks expensive and of high quality.
6. Many Sony products have a variety of manual settings... Thanks to this, users can independently adjust the devices for themselves and specific operating conditions.
7. Most of the cameras from the Japanese manufacturer can be used as video cameras... The devices demonstrate excellent video quality. The latter are implemented in popular extensions and formats, which are the most relevant and widespread in our time.
8. The advantages of Sony technology include chic assortment. The Japanese manufacturer produces many different camera models, presented in different price categories and classes. Both a novice user and a professional can choose the ideal model.
9. Often, Sony cameras are equipped with reliable and powerful batteries. Thanks to this, the devices can work offline for a long time. This is one of the relevant criteria that buyers often pay attention to.
10. In the assortment of Sony you can find quite a lot high quality compact cameras... Such equipment is very easy to use.

Modern cameras from Sony have many positive qualities, but they also have some disadvantages that the buyer should be aware of.

1. Some devices have buttons that are too "recessed" inside the body, which can create some inconvenience for users.
2. A number of Sony camera models are reported by buyers to have insufficient battery power.
3. Some devices show not very good and high-quality pictures (with distortion, graininess or "blurry" areas). Such shortcomings are not inherent in all cameras of the Japanese brand, but nevertheless, buyers sometimes note them.
4. In the arsenal of the brand, there are also cameras that take good pictures only in excellent lighting conditions.

Most of the shortcomings that were noticed by consumers relate to certain models. Much depends on how to use this technique and set all the necessary settings.

As mentioned above, the assortment of the Japanese manufacturer is huge - the ruler is rich and varied. Consumers with any requirements and wishes have the opportunity to choose for themselves the optimal model of the camera with all the necessary functions and other capabilities. Let's take a closer look at some of the popular Sony models.

Today, devices with interchangeable lens. These are convenient and high-quality devices that are often used by both amateurs and professional photographers.

Popular pocket-type model, has the dimensions of mirrorless counterparts... Produces superb quality photos thanks to an intelligent Progressive Sensor and Hybrid Auto Focus. The shots are rich, bright, juicy, with high details. The main advantage of this device lies in its compact size and light weight. It is a win-win solution for planned travel, hiking or general daily use.

The mirrorless Alpha Ilce-6000 KIT can always be put in a bag just “just in case”, if it comes in handy. The product is equipped with a high-quality informative display with a rotary mechanism (moves only up and down). The model boasts a high focusing speed... The device has one nice bonus - The stock flash can be rotated. When approaching, the "macro" mode starts, otherwise it can be difficult for the technique to focus. The device has a built-in Wi-Fi wireless network module.

Sony Alpha Ilce-5100 KIT - high quality model of a mirrorless camera with a matrix of 24.7 megapixels. An informative rotary touch display is provided. The product is lightweight and weighs 283 g with the battery (excluding the lens). The kit comes with a kit lens, but, according to experts, it is better to choose something “more serious”.

The camera is easy to select the focus point - you just need to click on the touch screen in the desired area. It seems to some users that it does not have the brightest and most saturated display. You can easily deal with this drawback by checking the box next to "sunny weather". Among the consumers, there were also those who found it not entirely convenient to control the camera.

Alpha Ilce-6500 BODY - professional compact unit with 25 Mp matrix. It is possible to change the optics of the device. The product is equipped with a swivel screen. There is fast and easy automatic focus, well-thought-out ergonomics, a significant number of programmable buttons.This model has no serious flaws, but there are not so many proprietary lenses for it. This is especially true for the popular high-aperture options.... The use of "folk" parts is allowed, but with the involvement of a suitable adapter, certain shortcomings in the autofocus operation may appear.

The device is not "afraid" of high ISO settings. It can perfectly shoot up to 3200, without showing any "noise" in the picture. The camera has excellent stabilization, it can be connected to a smartphone, which can be used as a control panel. The device can shoot videos with good sound (high-quality microphone) and high-definition 4K with tracking type autofocus.

Alpha Ilce-7RM2 Body - Expensive a device designed for professional photographers. The camera is small in size, has professional specifications, and supports a variety of lenses. The device has a gorgeous supply of pixels. The device pleases with excellent quality of captured frames in a large ISO range. Shows no "noise" and distortion. Can be recharged from an external battery. There is excellent 5-axis stabilization, which works efficiently, correctly and very quickly. Thanks to this, it is possible to get an excellent full frame. The device perfectly shoots video - there are several recording modes. The product demonstrates beautiful, natural colors, impressive sharpness, high sensitivity.

Of the minuses, the following can be noted:

• weak battery;
• autofocus is not suitable for dynamic scenes;
• the kit includes a not entirely reliable belt.
• Compact

Now let's take a look at the rating, which presents the best compact models of Sony cameras.

Cyber-shot DSC-RX10M4 - model can shoot 4K video. There is Slow Motion shooting function. There is a 21 megapixel matrix, optical stabilizer, optical zoom. You can shoot in RAW format. An interesting device, but many buyers find it too expensive for their segment. Equipped with a weak battery.

Cyber-shot DSC-HX60 - compact digital product weighing only 250g. There are optics with the possibility of 30x magnification. The camera can be controlled using a smartphone or tablet, and then immediately upload the footage to social networks. A good optical stabilizer is provided, as well as a battery rated for 380 frames... Matrix - 20.4 megapixels. There is a "macro" mode, a screen with a diagonal of 3 inches.

Cyber-Shot DSC-RX100 II - compact camera with a length of only 10 cm. It is the perfect solution for travel, special occasions or general day-to-day photography. You can use this device in a variety of conditions. A 20.9 megapixel matrix fits into a compact body. There is a built-in Wi-Fi wireless network module, a 3-inch tilting screen, the famous high-quality Carl Zeiss optics. The device has a manual shooting mode. True, the autofocus operation of the device does not suit many users.

Cyber-Shot DSC-RX10 - interesting pocket model equipped with Carl Zeiss optics... A practical and "smart" processor is provided. There are many useful manual settings. It is considered a universal device in which video control can be carried out directly in the course of shooting. There is a good tracking autofocus. Cyber-Shot DSC-RX10 will be a good solution, both for everyday routine filming and for the production of high-quality video files.

Often this device is used in their activities by bloggers, as well as those users who just want to replenish their home albums with better and more advanced video and photographic materials. The design has a convenient flip-up display.

Sony produces many cameras of different types, including semi-professional, professional, compact, full-frame, and DSL-type models - there is a long list. Consider what you should pay attention to when choosing a suitable instance.

1. Decide on the purpose of the purchase... For home and family filming, a simple compact or semi-professional camera is suitable. If the technique is selected for work in a studio or for a person seriously keen on the art of photography, it is better to find professional equipment. Decide on the conditions in which you will use the device in order to find the best solution.
2. Check out all the technical specifications of the deviceby looking at the accompanying documents. These include the ISO range, formats and resolution of the shooting, battery capacity and many other important parameters. Find the model that meets all your requirements.
3. Make sure the technique is comfortable for you. Hold the device in your hands, test it in the store.
4. Inspect the equipment for defects and damage, take a closer look at the quality of the shooting. There should not be a single defect or flaw on the device.
5. Do not forget to pay attention to the design of the chosen device. For many users, this parameter turns out to be insignificant, but in fact, you should not neglect it, because a beautiful device is more pleasant to use. Choose a technique that will please the eye, then you will get real pleasure from using it.
6. Check the operation of the device in a store or during a home check (depending on the conditions of the outlet). Make sure that the device is working correctly, without errors and strong braking.
7. We recommend buying go only to company stores or large retail chains.

With any type of Sony branded camera, you can additionally buy various useful accessories. It will be much more convenient and practical to use the device with them. Consider a small list of the most relevant components that are useful in the operation of the considered photographic equipment:

• memory card - may have different sizes;
• a bag of suitable sizes (you can pick up even for very large devices);
• charger, battery, additional external charging;
• case;
• special underwater, waterproof boxes for Sony cameras;
• stable tripod of different heights;
• additional flash, stabilizer, steadicam;
• necessary adapters and cables (for example, USB, HDMI and others).

Each camera model from the Japanese brand comes with user manual, which describes in detail how to properly operate the device. With the manual at hand, it will be much easier for the user to independently configure the camera to take high-quality and juicy pictures.

Correct setup and use of cameras depends on the particular model. Let us examine in more detail several general important rules that the owner of such a technique must adhere to.

1. Before you start shooting right away, you should do a test run of the technique to make sure that all the settings are correct.
2. Most Sony cameras are not dust or water resistant, which the user should be aware of. Try to use the equipment in such a way that moisture and dampness does not get on it, especially when it comes to the inside. Because of this, the device may break. It also happens that later the repair work turns out to be useless.
3. Do not point your Sony camera directly at the sun or other strong light. Such actions can lead to malfunctions in the operation of equipment.
4. It is not recommended to operate the equipment near generators of strong radio waves or radiators. In such conditions, the equipment will either not start recording at all, or will not record the material as it should.
5. Do not use the Sony camera in sandy places.
6. If moisture condensation occurs, it must first be removed before using the equipment.
7. If the battery charge percentage is too low, the equipment's LCD screen may go out. In this case, you need to charge the device's battery. It should be inserted into a special charging block and wait until it is fully charged. After that, the battery must be removed and reinserted into the camera.
8. When using a camera from a Japanese brand, never hold it by grasping the display in the structure - be careful.
9. Never shake the equipment or subject it to shock. This can lead to serious breakdowns, after which the equipment will stop recording images, or lose all the data collected on it that was stored before. The equipment should be handled as carefully and carefully as possible, otherwise it will not last long.
10. Before using the device, gently wipe the surface of the flash.

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