For those accustomed to the traditional dominance of dual heavyweights Canon and Nikon, my selection of Sony DSLR cameras can seem an unusual one; I've had more than one client raise an eyebrow at the sight of my gear.
There's several factors behind my choice of the Sony α (Alpha) DSLR platform, and even more reasons to consider this relative newcomer to the DSLR scene. The Konica-Minolta heritage, the technologies honed in Sony's Cybershot range and, importantly, their alliance with the magnificent Zeiss lenses makes Sony a credible and innovative new entrant.
For more details about the Sony range, visit the Sony DSLR Centre. In the meantime, here's what you'll see me reach for when I'm shooting:
Alpha 900 body
Alpha 700 body (x2)
Alpha 100 body
Zeiss 24-70mm F2.8 zoom
Sony 70-200G F2.8 zoom
Zeiss 85mm F1.4 Planar T* prime
Sony DT 11-18mm wide-angle
Zeiss 16-80mm Vario-Sonnar T* wide-angle
Sony DT 18-200mm zoom
Tamron 70-300mm Di LD zoom + macro
Great tools are one thing, super advice and support is another, which is what keeps me heading back to the folks at Foto Riesel (Camera House) in Sydney. The people here are Sony-savvy and a cut above the usual camera retailer, able to help you with most of your specialist photographic needs.
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