Sony a7II Mirrorless full frame camera Sony e-mount 30mm fixed macro lens Sony e-mount 18-200mm lens
Most of you know that I got the new Sony a7II mirrorless camera at the end of December. Here is my announcement if you missed it. It is my first full frame camera. Here are some of the benefits of a full frame camera
- Low-light performance. Digital imaging sensors have tiny little light sensors that record light and produce a pixel.
- Depth-of-Field. Since a 35mm equivalent (full frame) sensor is larger, it can accomplish more shallow apparent depth of field.
- Viewfinder Brightness. Because full frame cameras use larger lenses, they can produce a brighter viewfinder image. Very handy.
Anyhow, yesterday we had an absolutely gorgeous afternoon. The sun came out and the temperature was a 55 degrees which is quite warm for us in the winter. So Chris and where off to our local park that has the Molalla River running through it. Here are a couple of photos I took of it.
This is a photo of the river.
This next series of photos were taken by a boat ramp that is one the river, so the current is a lot more active. I just like how my camera took these. They are basically straight out of the camera. The last one I cropped to show off one smaller area. I took these photos with my Sony 18-200 E-mount lens. I used “auto” as the settings since I was just seeing what the camera would do by itself.
Cropped photo.
Oh yeah, the weather today is back to cloudy and rainy. We should be getting over an inch of rain today. So yesterday was a delightful treat.
Qi (energy) hugs,
Cee
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I will never be tired of the art that waves make 🙂
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Water is forever changing. I think that is why I can just stare at it and get lost so quickly and easily.
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That’s my thought as well 🙂
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Cee, that is one mean camera you got …. congratulations!! It take some stunning images … not easy to capture movements in water. Excellent job from you both. The last image is my pick of this great bunch. *smile
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So glad you like my photos. Thanks.
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Glad to know that you are having fun with your new full frame and those gorgeous lenses 🙂
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Oh yeah, I sure am having fun. 🙂 Thanks.
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Super! You’re welcome 🙂
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So in a full frame camera, a 20 mm lens gives you the same view as a DSLR 20 mm? One-to-one? In a mirrorless compact, that would be amazing.
You know, I’m old enough to remember when 35 mm was relatively new and photographers were still arguing about if a 35 mm negative was big enough to produce high quality prints. Many people felt you needed at least a Rolleiflex (2 X 2 square) size neg to get good quality. Many felt a 4X6 was the minimum size.
How times have changed, eh? Full frame sounds so good to me.
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No kidding, how times have changed. It is fun to be on the cutting edge. 🙂
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Glad you are having fun with your new toy, Cee! I must say I am enjoying the weight of my mirrorless (OK, it’s not full frame, but I’m pleased with the results I’m getting!). I picked up my D300 yesterday, and got a shock at the weight….however did I lug that around for 5 years?!!
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I know I’m am so sold on mirrorless. The mirrors are only in your camera so you can see through the view finder. With the digital technology you don’t need that anymore. 🙂 🙂
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We-ell…. the downside is battery life with an EVF, but that’s probably about it.
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Love those water shots! Your camera looks like it’s doing good.
Nancy
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Hi Nancy, it is doing a great job. 🙂 Thanks.
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Absolutely breathtaking photographs! Wow!!
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Glad you like the water photos. Thanks Deb.
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Really nice shots of the waves
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Glad you like the waves. Thanks for commenting 🙂
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Your new camera takes awesome shots, with just a little help from you. 🙂
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Yep, it still needs my eye. Thanks 🙂
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So nice you went out to enjoy yesterday’s weather. I really like the second to last photo.
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I like that photo to. It is hard to believe we had such nice weather yesterday, and today…we’ve had well over an inch of rain.
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Excellent quality photographs Cee. Really nice.
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Thanks Ruth. 🙂
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Wow, Cee, those water pictures just came to life with that camera in your hands! 🙂
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Awww thanks Linda for such a sweet comment.
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Those water shots are magic!
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Linda, you said the right word magic. I couldn’t believe my eyes when I saw them. Thanks.
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I’ve been waiting to see what photos you took with your new camera! So beautiful. Water is about the loveliest thing to capture. These are gorgeous.
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Thanks Lois. I’ve actually taken quite a few photos. Considering in January there is absolutely nothing blooming. 🙂
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Brilliant photos Cee :). I bet you’re really enjoying your new camera.
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Thanks Pennie. I’m enjoying my new “baby”.
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The photos of waves are incredible. Fantastic new camera!
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Glad you like the waves Irina! Thanks.
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Isn’t it great to just look out of the window and GO ! Lovely photos Cee .. water is so appealing .. the new camera is working a treat … along with your help of course 😉
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Thanks so much for your comment 🙂
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gorgeous photos. They would make brilliant paintings too.
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Yes they would make great paintings. 🙂
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Gorgeous pictures! I have to admit I’m so surprised (good surprise) at the quality of the pictures using a mirror-less camera. You’ve converted me… lol… great shots and beautiful day. Thank you for sharing. Cheers!
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I have been using mirrorless cameras for the last two plus years. And I’m sold on them big time. Thanks for commenting.
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Those crop shots of the water are amazing!
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Thanks Joanne.
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they are wonderful shots! I love the curl and light in waves!! I wish I had a full frame camera-I’m hoping to win the lottery eventually!!
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I had no idea what I was missing out on. Thanks for commenting.
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Great wave capture …. fabulous camera. Congratulations on your new gift. 😎
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I hadn’t even planned on getting a new camera. Chris pointed this one out and convinced me to order it. I’m thrilled she did.
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She’s a sweetheart when it comes to you. Blessed !!!!
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She most certainly is. I am truly blessed.
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What great depth of field you get. I am so jealous of your camera!!
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It is going to take some getting used to.
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A process to enjoy. 🙂
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Just fabulous and I am envious ! ♥
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You would love this camera. 🙂
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Someday over the 🌈
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