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Digital SLR Camera & Lens 7-Piece Deluxe Cleaning Kit including Cameta Microfiber Cleaning Cloth for Sony Alpha A100, A200, A230, A300, A330, A350, A380, A500, A550, A700, A850 & A900 Digital SLR Cameras
$7.89
It’s obvious that the cleaner the lens, the sharper your pictures will be. Dirt, dust, and fingerprints will degrade the image quality of even the finest optics. However, it’s important to avoid using incorrect cleaning materials which can permanently damage your photo equipment. Used properly, the cleaning supplies in this kit are certified safe for use on your valuable digital and film photo-equ…
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Sony Alpha DSLR-A900 vs Canon EOS 5D Mark II?
Both came out at the same time, sony is cheaper, higher res., 24.6 MP, same shutter speeds, so why do we like the canon so much more??
and yes i know the sony cant do video.
Canon is more established, and while not perfect, its problems and workarounds can be found. But the main advantage is being able to rent equipment that’s compatible with Canon.
I’d venture a guess here, but any peripheral photo equipment – from bags, cases, tripods, battery packs, color calibration software – were probably tested by the manufacturer with Canon and/or Nikon cameras. And while Sony uses Minolta design, C&N have been in the game in the “pro” arena longer (if we define ‘pro’ as the publishing and commercial photo realm). The A900 is a nice addition to the pro game though and I wish Pentax would do something like that.
Also, the price on the Sony lenses make up for the “cheaper” body. Compare the price of each lens of similar focal length between Canon, Nikon, and Sony – Sony’s lens will be pricier.
@casperskitty: I don’t mean disrespect but I think we’re on a different level here. Sure the price difference may not be significant in the 50mm f/1.8 (and any lens with variable aperture), but compare prices with the faster lenses or in the ‘pro’ category (f/1.2-2.8 @ 300mm).
The average person won’t need 300mm or even 600mm, or anything faster than 2.8- 4.0, but those of us who make a living out of it, we need consistent perfection and speed.
Ever done underwater photography? Used a pocket wizard to trigger a Sony camera? Or used a sound blimp on a A-900? I don’t doubt those accessories will eventually come out, but they’re readily available to Canon and Nikon (plus any lenses) *today* at any photo rental place.
I’m not saying discount Sony or even Pentax (I have one; *istD), but personally I can’t rely on my career as a photographer with Sony or Pentax.
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