by Enche Tjin on September 3, 2010
In recent years, Sony focus on beginner and semi-pro camera. This year, Sony released new mirrorless (NEX) system and translucent mirror camera (A55 and A33). Now, what is missing from Sony Alpha line is advanced camera for pro or enthusiasts.
This include A7xx line. It has been three years since Sony releases Sony A700. At that time, A700 is popular because of its dynamic range, great build quality and responsiveness. Since then, many advanced cameras are introduced and many new cameras use new sensor technology and processors. Canon has released 50D, 7D and recently announced 60D.
Now. it is a good time for Sony to update A700. However, because Sony already announces four DSLR cameras recently, we might have to wait until Spring next year.
What the spec will be? Here is my prediction:
- 16 mp sensor
- 100-25600
- 5-7 fps
- 1080p video recording
- new 15 point AF system
- magnesium alloy body
- top LCD screen
Possible Sony A750 body
by Enche Tjin on August 31, 2010
Nikon D90 is definitely one of the most successful mid-range cameras selling just below $1000. It is successful because it is capable enough for many circumstances, while providing body that not to small and not to big/heavy.
Now, Nikon D90 and its upcoming replacement will face a tough challenger, which is Canon 60D.
How D90 compares to Canon 60D?
Canon 60D advantages
- Higher image resolution
- Swivel 3:2 LCD
- Full HD movie recording
- Faster continuous shooting with bigger buffer
- Better control/handling
- Slightly bigger viewfinder
While D90 main advantage is on the price, which is around $200 cheaper.
So, Canon 60D is better in almost any front compared to two years old Nikon D90. Canon 60D is especially a better camera for candid photography and video recording. I also recommend you to wait for Nikon D90 replacement (named D7000) which might have comparable specs to Canon 60D.
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Nikon D90 |
Canon 60D |
| Image |
12 MP / APS-C Sensor |
18 MP / APS-C Sensor |
| LCD |
3 inch, 910k resolution |
3 inch, 3:2 aspect ratio, 1 million resolution, swivel LCD |
| Auto Focus |
11 AF points, with 3D tracking |
9 AF points |
| ISO |
ISO 100-6400, good up to ISO 3200, adjustable auto ISO limit |
ISO 100-12800, good up to 3200, adjustable auto ISO limit |
| Movie recording |
HD 720p / 30fps no manual exposure control |
Full HD 1080i, 24, 25, 30 fps |
| Continuous shooting |
4.5 fps, buffer 23 JPG / 6 RAW |
5.7 fps, buffer 56 JPG, 16 RAW |
| Handling/Control |
SD card, two finger dials |
SD card, 8 way controllers, 1 finger dial, 1 thumbs round dial |
| Body material |
About the same quality as Canon, minus the rubber grip |
Alumunium chassis with polycarbonate resin and glass fibre coating |
| Price |
$850 |
Approx. $1050 |
| Size/Weight |
132 x 103 x 77 mm / 620 g (1.4 lb) |
145 x 106 x 79 mm / 755 g (1.6 lb) |
| Viewfinder |
95% coverage |
96% coverage, .95x magnification |
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