Photography

Nikon D3 and D300 announced - Sony to release new DSLRs soon!

Now that the Nikon D3 and D300 are out we know what to expect from new Sony Alpha DSLRs - one full frame body (pro model) and one cropped (armature model) . While the sensor are going to be very close to those in Nikon cameras, there will be some key differences in AF system, shutter speed/durability, memory support (Sony will support both Flash and Memory Stick instead of housing two flash slots). At the same time the image quality as output by the sensor will be very similar with only minor corrections done by Sony image processing units in the body. This announcement signals a very quickly approaching date of release of Sony DSLRs as they can't afford to lag far behind Canon and Nikon, especially since we are getting closer to the fall and winter sales.

Nikon D300

Nikon D300 Key Features

  • 12.3 megapixel DX format CMOS sensor
  • Self-cleaning sensor unit (low-pass filter vibration)
  • ISO 200 - 3200 (6400 with boost)
  • 14-bit A/D conversion
  • Nikon EXPEED image processor (Capture NX processing and NR algorithms, lower power)
  • Super fast operation (power-up 13 ms, shutter lag 45 ms, black-out 100 ms)
  • Shutter life 150,000 exposures
  • New Multi-CAM3500DX Auto Focus sensor (51-point, 15 cross-type, more vertical coverage)

20mm f2.8 RS and 18-200mm f3.5-6.3 D lenses added in rental section!

We have received two more lenses that we can offer to San Diego Sony and Minolta shooters. First one is a Minolta 20mm f2.8 RS wide angle lens and the second one is a brand new Minolta 18-200 f3.5-6.3 DT D lens. While the first one is compatible with both digital and film SLRs the ultra-zoom is only compatible with DSLRs.

Photography tip: Home studio for product shots

Every single day I come across terrible pictures of various items on Craigslist, eBay and blogs. Many people do not realize that by taking good pictures of whatever they want to show, they can increase their chances of selling it, getting a higher price or simply impressing others with the items they are so proud of. Yet, we still see those awful pictures of tea sets on a couch or an iPod on a messy table next to an old pizza slice.

Sony and Minolta equipment for rent - New Arrivals!

We have expanded our rental equipment lineup with the following additions:

Minolta AF 16mm f2.8 Fish-eye

Minolta AF 2x Tele Converter APO D (will work with SSM lenses) 

Minolta AF 50mm f1.4 

For a full list of Sony and Minolta lenses for rent please click on the link.

Minolta lens rental - second week free for first time renters!

As a promotion anyone who pays for a week for any of the Minolta lenses or other equipment offered in our "Minolta lens rental" section will get a second week of rent for free! So you get to keep and use the lenses for twice as long! This is especially great for those who have large projects coming up, trips or vacations, visits to local attractions and more.

Minolta 100mm f2.8 Macro, Minolta 28mm f2.8, 70-210mm f4 and more!

It was a great day yesterday as I have received the latest order of Minolta AF equipment and other goodies for the Minolta Rental. Which means that the following items are now added:

1) Minolta 100mm f2.8 Macro 1:1 RS - restyled version, with focus limiter, focus hold button and new grip.

2) Minolta 28mm f2.8 wide angle lens.

3) Minolta 50mm f1.7 normal lens.

4) Minolta 70-210mm f4 with Macro - great lens, much smaller than the 80-200mm f2.8, lighter but had stunning sharpness, bokeh and color. It is also widely known as the "beercan".

5) Long Remote release cord

6) Gitzo 340 professional heavy-duty tripod with a very sturdy ball head capable of supporting large lenses.

You can rent these Minolta lenses and other equipment in our Minolta lens rental section!

Sony to release two new memory products for Alpha cameras

This summer Sony will be releasing two new memory product lines under its world known brand. Both of them are going to be compatible with the new Sony Alpha DSLR cameras to be released this summer and in the beginning of 2008. One of them is CopactFlash line of cards in 1GB, 2GB and 4GB models. The first cards will be rated at 133x and 20 mb/s performance.

Minolta 100mm f2.8 macro and 80-200mm f2.8 APO G added to lenses for rent

I have just received two more great Minolta lenses which have been already added to "Rent Minolta lenses" page. One of them is a 100mm f2.8 true macro with 1:1 magnification ratio, outstanding bokeh, color and sharpness. The other one is 80-200mm f2.8 APO G lens which is known for it's amazing sharpness even wide open and very smooth blur (bokeh) in the out of focus areas. You can see the entire list of Minolta lenses for rent here. As always, I'm accepting suggestions and requests for lenses that are currently unavailable on Hypersensory.com Minolta lens rental page.

Now you can rent Minolta lenses from HyperSensory.com!

For all those who live in San Diego area and are looking to rent Minolta lenses - now all you need to do is contact us and let us provide you with some of the best lenses every produced for Minolta's AF A-mount! These lenses will work on Minolta Auto Focus (AF) Maxxum film and digital SLRs as well as on brand new Sony Alpha digital SLRs! Our prices are very reasonable and we provide you with all the accessories such as carrying case/pouch, clear filter, lens caps, lens hoods and in some cases circular polarizers! If you need that special and expensive lens, either for a day or for a month - we can offer attractive prices at the only Minolta lens rental in San Diego area.

Minolta 300mm f4 APO G High-Speed

Minolta 300mm f4 APO HS G
Minolta 300mm f4 APO G is one of the best all around Minolta tele-photo primes. It combines a fast aperture of F4 with relatively small size and weight (when compared to f2.8 beasts).

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