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Sony discontinues its last DSLRs

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Re: Sony discontinues its last DSLRs

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StavrosK wrote: post #3
doggosphere wrote: post #2

To me, mirrorless format is superior. Anyone buying a new camera is probably taking a look at the newer models.

I shoot (or used to) with a DSLR, but I have to say that mirrorless is just superior. Much less bulky, fewer moving components to break, better performance. You can pry my shutter sound from my cold, dead hands, though.

> I have to say that mirrorless is just superior

I think for the most part I'd agree with you, there's definitely a lot of upsides in mirrorless systems, especially in terms of flexibility. I will say though that the screens in mirrorless EVFs are often lackluster in comparison to optical view finders in my opinion. In particular frame rate of the EVF is problematic for me.

Re: Sony discontinues its last DSLRs

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Post by StavrosK »

jogu wrote: post #11
StavrosK wrote: post #3

Earlier quoted context omitted.

I shoot (or used to) with a DSLR, but I have to say that mirrorless is just superior. Much less bulky, fewer moving components to break, better performance. You can pry my shutter sound from my cold, dead hands, though.

> I have to say that mirrorless is just superior I think for the most part I'd agree with you, there's definitely a lot of upsides in mirrorless systems, especially in terms of flexibility. I will say though that the screens in mirrorless EVFs are often lackluster in comparison to optical view finders in my opinion. In particular frame rate of the EVF is problematic for me.

Yes, this is true. Unfortunately, the screen (and the power usage that comes with it) is one of the downsides, though it's nice that you can overlay things like histograms directly on the EVF.

Re: Sony discontinues its last DSLRs

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Post by jogu »

vmception wrote: post #10
maxnoe wrote: post #9

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Note that also the Canon mirror less cameras do not have the same mount as the Canon DSLRs, and an adapter is also needed.

wow. any performance reviews of those adapters? like, I know how to read reviews but what is the collective opinion?

You're looking for an EF to EOS R mount adapter. I think the general consensus on adapters is overall positive, but you will be making some slight concessions in autofocus performance and image quality pending the specific adapter/lens combo. It really comes down to what kind of photographer you are and how important super fast autofocus is.

Re: Sony discontinues its last DSLRs

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Post by jogu »

vmception wrote: post #4

I have a friend with a Canon full frame camera whose mirror/shutter is dying. Cost too much to service for an old camera, but a Canon full frame mirrorless being too expensive, for them. Is the only Canon full frame mirrorless the R5? I always suggest the Sony full frame cameras, is there a good EF mount adapter for a professional photographer? A lot of adapters I've seen between brands and mounts end up slowing down…

Purchasing older models on the second hand market is generally a decent option if you're looking to get a better price to performance ratio.

Re: Sony discontinues its last DSLRs

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Post by Kihashi »

StavrosK wrote: post #3
doggosphere wrote: post #2

To me, mirrorless format is superior. Anyone buying a new camera is probably taking a look at the newer models.

I shoot (or used to) with a DSLR, but I have to say that mirrorless is just superior. Much less bulky, fewer moving components to break, better performance. You can pry my shutter sound from my cold, dead hands, though.

Mine still makes a satisfying click if you're using the mechanical shutter. The electronic shutter just sounds weird, though.
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