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Pairing Sony's Radio Wireless Flashes
Specifically the HVL-F60RM2 and the HVL-F46RM. Learn how to shoot at 1/80,000th of a second using Sony's A9 III with the global shutter!
Be sure to view Part 1 of this video, showing how to get studio-quality portraits outdoors on a bright day using wireless flash and Sony's global shutter with the A9 III: ua-cam.com/video/RIHHek54pyY/v-deo.html
And Gary's ridiculously thorough book on the A9 III can be purchased here: www.FriedmanArchives.com/A9III
Full blog post where this video appears: friedmanarchives.blogspot.com/2024/03/overpowering-sun-with-global-shutter.html
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Overpowering the Sun with Sony A9 III and Wireless Flash (Watch till the end...)
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In this video, photographer and best-selling author Gary Friedman demonstrates what's possible when combining wireless flash outdoors on a bright day using Sony's new global shutter on the Alpha 9 III. (With additional examples at the end!) Be sure to watch the follow-up video showing how to configure everything: ua-cam.com/video/b9AcOE7Xb4U/v-deo.html And Gary's ridiculously thorough book on t...
Little-Known Things about the Sony A7C II and A7CR
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Once again, best-selling photographer/author Gary Friedman goes over details about these two incredible cameras that most of the online review sites somehow missed. This video covers: 0) The vertical grip for the Alpha 7CR 1) Pixel-Shift Multi-Shoot (A7CR only) 2) RAW video out the HDMI port (A7CR only) 3) The unexpected sharpness of the 28-60 Kit lens 4) Auto Framing feature 5) The "Enlarge Sc...
Mark Stewart's Musical Creations
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Mark Stewart gives us a quick tour of his attic of musical creations. He is a multi-instrumentalist, singer, song leader, composer, improviser and instrument designer that has been heard around the world performing old and new music. Since 1998 he has recorded, toured and been Musical Director with Paul Simon. A founding member of the Bang on a Can All-Stars and the duo Polygraph Lounge with ke...
Sony A6700 Video Stabilization Comparison
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The left image is using the SteadyShot feature set to "Active" (which is usually the most agressive); but because the camera embeds shakiness metadata in the video file, programs like Sony's Catalyst Prepare can stabilize the video even further, and doesn't produce wobbly video like Adobe's Premiere Pro is wont to do. Of course this is speeded up, but you can get a feeling for the level of impr...
Sony's Auto Framing Feature test
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Sony's Auto Framing feature is a boon to vloggers everywhere. Here it is being tested on the Alpha 6700 camera, as part of Gary Friedman's rather thorough e-book on the camera. Find out more at FriedmanArchives.com/A6700
The Minolta SR-T Cameras: How to Use
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This video pertains to all Minolta models: SR-T 101 (1966-1975) SR-M (1970-1975) SR-T 100 (1971-1975) SR-T 102 / SR-T Super / SR-T 303 (1973-1975) SR-T SC / SR-T MC (1973-1975) SR-T 202 / SR505 / SR-T 303b (1975-1977) SR-T 201 / SR101 / SR-T 101b (1975-1977) SR-T 200 / SR-T 100b (1975-1977) SR-T 202 / SR505s / SR-T 303b (1977-1980) SR-T 201 / SR101s / SR-T 101b (1977-1981) SR-T 200 / SR-T 100x ...
How to make Time Lapse Videos with Pan/Zoom without a motion control rig using Magix Vegas
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Many people have interval or Time Lapse functions in their cameras, and want to turn that sequence of images into a video with panning and zooming throughout. In this video photographer Gary Friedman walks you through the process using the video editing software Magix Vegas. This is part of Gary's April 2023 blog post which you can read here: friedmanarchives.blogspot.com/2023/04/how-to-create-...
Sony A7R V - Little-Discussed Features of Note
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Gary Friedman, the author of the best-selling e-book on the Sony Alpha 7R V, discusses important features that aren't discussed much on the online reviews. The book is available in .pdf, e-reader, and printed versions in both color and B&W. All options available here: FriedmanArchives.com/A7RV . Links referred to in this video: How to do Focus Bracketing on Sony cameras: ua-cam.com/video/UZGOYT...
Flexible Exposure Mode Explained
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Gary Friedman, the author of so many ebooks on Sony cameras, explains Sony's cryptic Flexible Exposure Mode. This video was taken from Gary's "15 Things about Sony's A1 You Probably Didn't Know" video at ua-cam.com/video/T4B-mtPnsS0/v-deo.html It was made for the A1 but applies to subsequent Sony cameras as well, such as the A7 IV and A7R V. More books on Sony cameras can be found at www.Friedm...
Fujifilm X-H2s: The one annoying missing feature...
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Best-selling author Tony Phillips talks about his upcoming book on the new Fujifilm X-H2s, and shares his disappointment at the one feature that is missing compared to previous Fujifilm cameras. Pre-order your ebook now at 10% off! friedmanarchives.podia.com/the-complete-guide-to-fujifilm-s-xh2s
How to look GREAT in your next Zoom call! (from the Friedman Archives Blog)
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This is a short intro for the Friedman Archives Blog, which talks about how to look great in your next Zoom call. Details (including where to download virtual camera drivers for Canon, Sony, Olympus, and Fujifilm) can be found on the actual blog site: friedmanarchives.blogspot.com/2022/07/how-to-be-best-looking-square-in-your.html FriedmanArchives.com is your home for ebooks on Sony, Olympus, a...
Sony A7 IV - 6 under-appreciated things
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Gary Friedman (of The Friedman Archives fame) talks about some lesser-known features of the Sony Alpha 7 IV camera, including: * "Highlight" metering mode * Some menu navigation shortcuts * The Soft Skin effect while shooting video * The Screen Reader function * The Focus Map feature (spoiler alert: Peaking Color / Peaking Level is a better tool) * Virtual Zoom for video (simulates the smooth z...
Focus Stacking for Olympus cameras
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In this video, best-selling e-book author of Olympus cameras Tony Phillips demonstrates the two different ways recent Olympus bodies can perform focus stacking (a technique to ensure razor-sharp details over the entire image). Get your Olympus e-books at FriedmanArchives.com/olympus
Focus Stacking on Sony (and other cameras)
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Best-selling Sony author demonstrates how to do Focus Stacking on Sony (and other) cameras. Focus stacking allows for super-sharp macro shots that you just can't achieve by stopping down all the way. This video is Part 1; Part 2 shows how to merge the images in Photoshop: ua-cam.com/video/K6XI7cgvkis/v-deo.html Get your Sony ebooks for every high-end model ever made at friedmanarchives.com/sony...
How to merge Focus Stacking images in Photoshop
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How to merge Focus Stacking images in Photoshop
How to do Focus Stacking on Fujifilm Cameras
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How to do Focus Stacking on Fujifilm Cameras
Weeylite Ninja 200 product review
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Weeylite Ninja 200 product review
Ghost of Tom on the Maui Xaphoon Pocket Sax and Bamboo Sax
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Ghost of Tom on the Maui Xaphoon Pocket Sax and Bamboo Sax
2-tone Grey card demonstration
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2-tone Grey card demonstration
Clickers 5 minute sizzle reel "framework"
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Clickers 5 minute sizzle reel "framework"
15 Things about Sony's A1 You Probably Didn't Know
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15 Things about Sony's A1 You Probably Didn't Know
LA-EA4r Monster Adapter vs LA EA5
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LA-EA4r Monster Adapter vs LA EA5
Sony's Imaging Edge Webcam comparison
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Sony's Imaging Edge Webcam comparison
LA-EA4 "Monster Adapter" test with Minolta 500mm f8
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LA-EA4 "Monster Adapter" test with Minolta 500mm f8
Microphone Test with the Sony ZV-1
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Microphone Test with the Sony ZV-1
Sony ZV-1 Stabilization Test with the Movie Edit Add-on
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Sony ZV-1 Stabilization Test with the Movie Edit Add-on
LA-EA4 Monster Adapter Circuit Board Installation
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LA-EA4 Monster Adapter Circuit Board Installation
Hearts for Hue - What I Saw
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Hearts for Hue - What I Saw
Gary Friedman has Too Many Cameras - original footage
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Gary Friedman has Too Many Cameras - original footage

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  • @robscott9312
    @robscott9312 8 годин тому

    Thank you Gary for your informative explanation on flash Sync with both the A9III and the Sony flashes

  • @JamieByrne1977
    @JamieByrne1977 День тому

    Thanks for this. I have used some of these cameras. Funny I have done hundreds of photoshoots and my best portrait ever was taken on a 101b. Sometimes mechanical simplicity is all you need :)

  • @Rocky-AR
    @Rocky-AR 2 дні тому

    I saw a video where someone was using the Sony FA-WRC1M radio commander and one of those two speedlights to shoot in the global shutter speed flash sync range so it seems you can also use the Sony commander even though it didn't get a firmware update. I wish I remembered exactly which video it was.

    • @FriedmanArchives
      @FriedmanArchives 2 дні тому

      Was it this one? ua-cam.com/video/RIHHek54pyY/v-deo.html

    • @Rocky-AR
      @Rocky-AR 2 дні тому

      @@FriedmanArchives It was someone else's video which I found: ua-cam.com/video/kV35povli9I/v-deo.htmlfeature=shared&t=571

  • @danram69
    @danram69 4 дні тому

    great lesson thanks

  • @jodiknutson1209
    @jodiknutson1209 4 дні тому

    I won a Minolta SRT 200 camera at an auction. And struggled with loading film in and even accidentally wasting a whole roll because I thought I loaded it in properly. This really helped and told me about some parts that I didn’t know what they were before. Thank you! (Fun fact: you can use this camera without a battery)

    • @FriedmanArchives
      @FriedmanArchives 4 дні тому

      Glad you liked it! I actually mentioned that it could work without batteries at the very beginning of the video. 🙂

  • @dancobb2199
    @dancobb2199 5 днів тому

    Bought the SRT303 in the US Navy exchange in 1973. Photographed most of the Mediterranean, Europe, and North Africa with it. Great camera, still have it. Sixth Fleet Flag, USS Little Rock. FTM3

  • @lisap5615
    @lisap5615 6 днів тому

    Thank you so much for all the fun details! I don't have either of these two cameras yet, but am contemplating the A7CR. I have the A6700 at the moment and I purchased your book for that camera.

  • @masterprintmaker
    @masterprintmaker 12 днів тому

    Hi Gary , any pointers as to why the A9II EVF shows so many artifacts and has so little resolution especially when half pressing the shutter ?

    • @FriedmanArchives
      @FriedmanArchives 11 днів тому

      What do you mean by "artifacts"? Icons cluttering the screen, or something else?

    • @masterprintmaker
      @masterprintmaker 11 днів тому

      @@FriedmanArchives artifacts such as purpleish blueish twinkeling in foliage and powerlines

    • @FriedmanArchives
      @FriedmanArchives 10 днів тому

      @@masterprintmaker I've never experienced that. If it's not the Peaking Color function, then I have no suggestion.

    • @masterprintmaker
      @masterprintmaker 7 днів тому

      @@FriedmanArchives ok I already know what it is ... seems that problem is consistent with the A1.

  • @kcluv123321
    @kcluv123321 13 днів тому

    Wish I could afford the class😢

  • @ileyanmusic6140
    @ileyanmusic6140 14 днів тому

    So I have a Sony a7iv camera and I just recently bought a SIRUI Night Walker kit lens and the lens is a L-mount and my cámara is a E-mount. Is there any adapter piece that makes them both compatible with each other ?

    • @FriedmanArchives
      @FriedmanArchives 14 днів тому

      There is! www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1150778-REG/fotodiox_l39_nex_p_pro_lens_mount_adapter.html

  • @markgillum5709
    @markgillum5709 16 днів тому

    Great video and history. Love your clarity and references.

  • @kingghidorah8106
    @kingghidorah8106 19 днів тому

    wake up babe, our beloved Sony / Minolta mastermind is still alive and spitting knowledge!

  • @Coempi73
    @Coempi73 21 день тому

    My question is: I have the Sony A68. Is it worth going over to the A7 Mk2? Of course I have all types of lenses, too, screwdrive, SAM,…Thanks in advance.

    • @FriedmanArchives
      @FriedmanArchives 21 день тому

      The only time it ever makes sense to upgrade your camera is if your current camera is "holding you back". If your current camera is working just fine, and you have a lot of accessories, and are perfectly happy with its performance, then there's no compelling reason to upgrade.

    • @Coempi73
      @Coempi73 21 день тому

      @@FriedmanArchives thx! Than I rather purchase a few more lenses…

  • @danclark9987
    @danclark9987 22 дні тому

    Just bought the Kindle version of your a7RV. Great book. One of the features that I immediately liked was the “path”. Unlike a lot of books which give you a fuzzy description of a feature, but never explain the path to get to it, your book shows that path in a consistent format. For us newbs, this will make learning much faster. EXCELLENT!

  • @DADEFUYE
    @DADEFUYE 23 дні тому

    So if you have a Sony A58 you go for the even number ones?

    • @FriedmanArchives
      @FriedmanArchives 23 дні тому

      If you have an A58 you don't need an adapter to attach an A-mount lens. These adapters are only needed for E-mount camera bodies, such as the Sony A7 series.

    • @DADEFUYE
      @DADEFUYE 23 дні тому

      @@FriedmanArchives thanks. will Emount work on a58?

    • @FriedmanArchives
      @FriedmanArchives 23 дні тому

      @@DADEFUYE For technical reasons, no.

    • @DADEFUYE
      @DADEFUYE 22 дні тому

      Thanks. I'm a new photographer and the a58 is my first camera

  • @ChristianLouwPedersen
    @ChristianLouwPedersen 25 днів тому

    Excellent investigation and explanation. My lack of experience with Sony & flash is 100%, and my main challenge is less demanding: Have you written a book about how to make a hot shoe cover holder?

    • @FriedmanArchives
      @FriedmanArchives 25 днів тому

      I haven't. All I've done is put some velcro on top of the cover and on a flat surface on the camera body (even the bottom can work). It's worked well for years.

    • @ChristianLouwPedersen
      @ChristianLouwPedersen 25 днів тому

      @@FriedmanArchives Velcro? Of course! Thank you Gary 🤗

  • @timothy7112
    @timothy7112 25 днів тому

    I have had mine for three years and now when I attach it to the camera the autofocus motor turns on and won't just off. Have to take the battery out to get it to stop. No functionality.

    • @FriedmanArchives
      @FriedmanArchives 25 днів тому

      Send me your email address and I'll put you in touch with the guy who designed it. Gary at Friedman Archives dot com .

    • @timothy7112
      @timothy7112 25 днів тому

      @@FriedmanArchives I think it malfunctioned due to the fact I put a third party a mount from the late eighties on it last. Wasn't compatible with the adapter and may have done something to the unit. A7ii A7Rii

  • @Dylzphotoz
    @Dylzphotoz 26 днів тому

    Probably the best tutorial I have seen describing light metering. I’m going to use my Sony as my light meters for when I shoot film.

  • @rndvideo64
    @rndvideo64 Місяць тому

    Hello Gary, have you tried the app Alpha Focus Bracketing? It can automate focus movements

    • @FriedmanArchives
      @FriedmanArchives Місяць тому

      Never heard of it. And a Google Search for "Alpha Focus Bracketing" didn't turn up anything specific. Do you have a URL?

  • @ptrbask640
    @ptrbask640 Місяць тому

    too bad the XK needs batteries

    • @FriedmanArchives
      @FriedmanArchives Місяць тому

      Well, technically it did have the one mechanical flash sync shutter speed...

  •  Місяць тому

    Gracias

  • @longbowimage666
    @longbowimage666 Місяць тому

    This is the only video on the entire darn UA-cam that actually answers the question of what flashes work with the Sony a9iii's insanely fast global shutter speed. Thanks so much.

    • @FriedmanArchives
      @FriedmanArchives Місяць тому

      You're welcome! You know, if you had my book you wouldn't need to search youtube for this info. :-)

  • @chriscook215
    @chriscook215 Місяць тому

    I got his book. I think the only thing he doesn’t have is the screw sizes that put these cameras together. Great book !!!

  • @uniteddroneservicesllc7184
    @uniteddroneservicesllc7184 Місяць тому

    Very informative and helpful. Thank you

    • @FriedmanArchives
      @FriedmanArchives Місяць тому

      You're quite welcome!

    • @uniteddroneservicesllc7184
      @uniteddroneservicesllc7184 Місяць тому

      I have the sony ZV-e10 and would like to get a lens 24-70mm 2.8 for shooting weddings, just not sure if I should get a speed booster to use the EF to E mount or the La-ea1 and use A mount lenses @@FriedmanArchives

  • @videogame-techreviews
    @videogame-techreviews Місяць тому

    There are reasons “nobody” (very few people) use these features… Can you guess why!? Huh can you!? Smfh

  • @fladoodleflamy
    @fladoodleflamy Місяць тому

    Best video I have ever seen on how to use an analog camera....

  • @justalittledaf
    @justalittledaf Місяць тому

    Can you do the same thing with 2 RM60II's (1 as a Master & the other as a Slave), so that the 1 RM60II on top of the camera controls the other RM60II without also flashing as well, or can you ONLY do it with 1 RM46 on top of the camera acting as a Master with a RM60II acting as a Slave?

  • @codenamegrimlock7510
    @codenamegrimlock7510 Місяць тому

    Hi Gary someone is selling the A99 do you recommend for use as a Video camera to use my old Minolta lenses please? Thank you

    • @FriedmanArchives
      @FriedmanArchives Місяць тому

      I have two answers for you: 1) If you really insist on using your old Minolta lenses, then yes, the A99 or A99 II will work for video. But there are drawbacks. The A mount was never intended to be used for video: the motor in the camera body (for lenses without AF motors inside) get picked up by the microphones. To get autofocus during video the camera insists on shooting as close to f/3.5 as it can get, so there's no real control over depth-of-field. Using an adapter for your A-mount lenses onto an E-mount body is worse, as AF is disabled completely on the newer bodies. For video, any mirrorless body with a native lens will likely work better, be it from Panasonic, Sony, OM Digital or Fujifilm. (Nikon and Canon also.)

  • @pjimmbojimmbo1990
    @pjimmbojimmbo1990 Місяць тому

    My friend had a XD-11, he really liked it. I had a Canon A-1, to be replaced by a Nikon F3 You got a small Dose of Humility in Siberia...

  • @TheDearRecorded
    @TheDearRecorded 2 місяці тому

    Wow, after searching and searching, finally found someone with a comprehensive, thorough clear breakdown explaining this and with a summary at the end. Love it and subscribed immediately and everyone else should!!! I found this ad online here in EU as I'm looking for a 600mm reach, second hand lens for my SonyA6600. I'll paste what's in the ad below. Do you foresee any issues with this Tamron 150-600 with my A6600 and the adapter offered (although the ad seems a bit confusing considering at the start, it says the LA-EA3 is offered and at the end, he lists the price of the LA-EA4 and says it can't be sold separately (I'll ask after hearing from you, hopefully) ++++++++++ Tamron 150-600 lens with ring for Sony E-type Excellent condition. This is not version 2 but for A-mount (Nex type). Requires a LA-EA3-type adapter ring (offered) or 4 for E-type adaptation (6000 range). Lens alone: 595€. LA-EA4 ring: 175€ (cannot be sold on its own) provides stabilization and auto-focus. +++++++ I'm quite new to cameras and interested in wildlife photography. I may have a chance to make a trip to the Amazon soon and pray that you see this and reply as I could really use your style of advice. Any help is super appreciated and thanks for even reading this far!

  • @taharathussain6775
    @taharathussain6775 2 місяці тому

    The best video I have ever seen to choose which adapter I need. Thank you so much Gary

  • @danieloliveira1555
    @danieloliveira1555 2 місяці тому

    Hola gary, habrá pronto una traducción al español del ebook para la sony A6600?. Gracias

    • @FriedmanArchives
      @FriedmanArchives 2 місяці тому

      ¡Hola, Daniel! No todos mis libros se traducen al español. Lamentablemente no hay planes de traducir el libro A6600. :-(

  • @paultaylorphotography9499
    @paultaylorphotography9499 2 місяці тому

    My first Minolta was a hand me down 7000 from my day o used it for sport until 98 when the dynax 9 was released this thing is still incredible I have other pro slr camera like the Nikon f4 and the canon eos 1n both awesome cameras but the look and feel of the dynax is next level I actually put a roll through just today it never missed a beat.

    • @FriedmanArchives
      @FriedmanArchives 2 місяці тому

      Yeah, that Dynax 9 was an amazing piece of engineering!

    • @paultaylorphotography9499
      @paultaylorphotography9499 2 місяці тому

      @@FriedmanArchives it still is mate, every time I pick it up I smile a bit wider haha

  • @roykropp155
    @roykropp155 2 місяці тому

    Everything that I've read suggests that a tripod is necessary for pixel shift with a Sony.

    • @FriedmanArchives
      @FriedmanArchives 2 місяці тому

      It depends on the camera. Hopefully the real-life handheld example I showed in this video helped change your mind. 🙂

  • @jmosley3722
    @jmosley3722 2 місяці тому

    Thank you!!! You saved me an hour of work!!!

    • @FriedmanArchives
      @FriedmanArchives 2 місяці тому

      Based on my experience, I saved you a lot more than that! 🙂

  • @RyanFlanders
    @RyanFlanders 2 місяці тому

    I've purchased some of Gary's eBooks and they are absolutely top notch. Sony makes the best hardware but their user interfaces are labyrinthine. If you have one of these cameras, buy the guide and thank me later! The eBooks are searchable PDFs with chapter markers, so it's easy to jump to the exact section you want to learn about.

  • @harleycashinfo388
    @harleycashinfo388 2 місяці тому

    Just bought some Fuji film at Walmart for my 1971 Minolta SR-T 101 for the Eclipse tomorrow just put in new light seals had to come back and watch to make sure I loaded film right 😂 I know these are different than my other 35mm thanks great video I love this Camera/ Tank can't wait to use it, and Kodak and Polaroid making film again too yeah my first roll in 30 years.

  • @sobhhi
    @sobhhi 2 місяці тому

    Great stuff, you really touched on some of the most expensive and novel features.

  • @martinfreeman346
    @martinfreeman346 2 місяці тому

    Hi Gary. The manual advices you to load the film strip the other way, against the rotation. This secures the film better, and you won’t have a slip to stuff in like I watched you do. It’s maybe contra intuitive, but it works just like a charm. Regards Martin

    • @FriedmanArchives
      @FriedmanArchives 2 місяці тому

      Good to know! (Both that and the fact that I've been doing it wrong all these years. :-) ) Thanks for keeping me honest!

    • @martinfreeman346
      @martinfreeman346 2 місяці тому

      I also started doing it the other way around and actually the XD series f.ex. is designed to go the way you did in the video. But those later cameras has small notches that is supposed to grab the film. It could be something to do with the later models being created for motor drives.

  • @superbmediacontentcreator
    @superbmediacontentcreator 2 місяці тому

    Will an 'A' mount lens with an internal motor work on the EA5 adapter?

    • @FriedmanArchives
      @FriedmanArchives 2 місяці тому

      Yes, there's a screwdriver motor in that adapter. Know that the adapter only works on Sony bodies made within the last 2 years (except the A7C and A7S III).

    • @superbmediacontentcreator
      @superbmediacontentcreator 2 місяці тому

      @@FriedmanArchives Yes, I realize that but perhaps I did not ask the question correctly. The question is will a lens with an internal motor still focus on the EA4/EA5.

    • @FriedmanArchives
      @FriedmanArchives 2 місяці тому

      @@superbmediacontentcreatorThe answer is 'yes' - all A-mount lenses can be focused using either the LA-EA4 or LA-EA5 adapter.

    • @superbmediacontentcreator
      @superbmediacontentcreator 2 місяці тому

      @@FriedmanArchives Cool, so the only difference is that the LA4 will focus in Movie mode. You do not say if the Monster adapter continues this function.

    • @FriedmanArchives
      @FriedmanArchives 2 місяці тому

      @@superbmediacontentcreator It depends on the camera body. Some allow it; some don't. I don't recommend using the LAEA5 for focusing during video mode anyway (regardless if the body allows it or not) because the focusing will be kind of jerky and it will call attention to itself in video.

  • @EagerSnake
    @EagerSnake 2 місяці тому

    Great video, as ALWAYS, but, I have a question Gary: what do you mean the LAEA5 is only compatible with 3 bodies? I was reading Sony's website, and it says it's compatible with all the bodies they have, but with limitations. I'm looking to buy it for an old Minolta AF 70-300, and now I have my doubts hahaha.

    • @FriedmanArchives
      @FriedmanArchives 2 місяці тому

      Regretfully, Sony's website (specifically support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/www/cscs/accessories/compatibility.php?area=eu&lang=en&mdl=LA-EA5&cat=3&loc=en_GB ) is horribly misleading. They even list their oldest E-mount cameras like the NEX-3 as being "compatible", even though technically there's no phase detect AF in the sensor that would allow autofocus to work. The only camera bodies that will work properly are the A6600, A7R IV, and every camera body made after that except the A7C and A7S III. And keep in mind that the LA-EA5 doesn't support autofocusing with video, no matter what the camera body it's attached to.

    • @EagerSnake
      @EagerSnake 2 місяці тому

      @@FriedmanArchives oh, I see. Thank you for the clarification. I only need the adapter for photos on my A7III. So, maybe it's OK... Ish?

    • @FriedmanArchives
      @FriedmanArchives 2 місяці тому

      @@EagerSnake I would say no, it's not OK. For the A7 III your best bet is the older LA-EA4 adapter.

  • @sumairakhan9980
    @sumairakhan9980 2 місяці тому

    This was so informative and helpful, thanks for helping me getting started!

  • @Hallacairion
    @Hallacairion 2 місяці тому

    This is freaking nice. I just got an srt 202 handed down from my mother and was trying to find out how it works. This video is worth so much to me right now as all the old childhood pictures were taken with this camera

  • @ogutierr5
    @ogutierr5 2 місяці тому

    wow. Your master class has been absolutely impresive. I'm on a hard looking for a "new-old" camera because my old sony a330 can't afford (or maybe it's me) the photography I want to do. I need to photograph to my daughters on indoor rolling skate and the light is too poor in that kind of sports center. I own a fantastic minolta 80-200 2.8 high speed but if I configure the camera at more than 500 of speed (really I wanted to use it at 1000) I can't take brightness photos because the max iso is 3200 (and I think that more than 800 is not a good idea). so... minolta has screwdriver --> I need LA-EA2 or 4. But if I buy a sony a7 (only a7, with no R, no II, no III....) it's the same? or as it's a full fame I can only buy a LA-EA4 ? Is it usable or I will waste the good as the minolta is? Remember that it's so quick. I don't know what to do because I want to retain my fantastic lens. Or should I buy another camera with high iso? I also looked for alpha 65 or alpha 77 but somebody told me that the translucend mirror remove some light. sorry for a lot of questions.

    • @FriedmanArchives
      @FriedmanArchives 2 місяці тому

      Glad you liked it. The LA-EA4 has the semi-transparent mirror too, but you won't notice any ill effects. The LA-EA4 is the one I recommend for you.

  • @jmfrokka2354
    @jmfrokka2354 2 місяці тому

    old menu system - please retitle the video.

  • @sharkpyro93
    @sharkpyro93 3 місяці тому

    just got a SRT 100X for 20 bucks in mint condition, i already have some minolta mc/md lenses, this video was very useful thank you

  • @AnnaJ-ki8uf
    @AnnaJ-ki8uf 3 місяці тому

    Gary- I had no idea how to pair and use my flash. Thank you so much for posting this video and sharing your expertise!

    • @FriedmanArchives
      @FriedmanArchives 3 місяці тому

      You're quite welcome, and I'm glad my efforts made a difference!!

  • @GeorgeStar
    @GeorgeStar 3 місяці тому

    Gary, I've heard you created some sort of digital authenticity verification system. How do I find out more about that and apply it to my digital work? I've done some of my best work with digital mostly because of the instant feedback but what bothers me is unlike film, digital "photoshop fakes" are easily created and with AI it's even worse. It would be nice to have some kind of "proof" to show clients that my photos are minimally processed. Thanks.

    • @FriedmanArchives
      @FriedmanArchives 3 місяці тому

      The whole sordid story is here: friedmanarchives.blogspot.com/2020/03/i-invented-camera-whose-output-could-be.html Read the update near the end; it's now a standard and Sony, Canon, Nikon, and Leica (among others) are producing products that adhere to it. Sony still hasn't officially released the capability although I know the necessary secure hardware is embedded in their most recent cameras. Hope this helps!

    • @GeorgeStar
      @GeorgeStar 3 місяці тому

      @@FriedmanArchives Wow. I can't believe legal action is not an option. There's a Trump around every corner looking to screw you out of every last penny. But in this post-truth world most do not value truth, evidence, facts, reality; they prefer fairy tales, delusions and lies that confirm their already made up so called minds.

  • @superbmediacontentcreator
    @superbmediacontentcreator 3 місяці тому

    It would seem that the EA-4 would work for everything and is backward compatible. You do not say if all the adapters go from A mount to E mount across the line and you don't say if the even number adapters with the screw drive will also drive the lenses that have motors. Otherwise, this was very informative.

    • @FriedmanArchives
      @FriedmanArchives 3 місяці тому

      Yes, the even numbered adapters will work with any lens regardless of focus drive technology. Having said that, the newest Sony cameras won't work with any of these; only the LA-EA5 (which will also work with any lens).

    • @superbmediacontentcreator
      @superbmediacontentcreator 3 місяці тому

      @@FriedmanArchives Yes, and note that the EA-5 shuts down autofocus in "movie" mode and reverts to manual focus. It is important to incorporate video production into your reviews since the dual use of what were merely still cameras is important in the marketplace.

    • @FriedmanArchives
      @FriedmanArchives 3 місяці тому

      @@superbmediacontentcreator Yes, I mention that fact (no AF in video for LA-EA5) in my books. (Keep in mind this video was made before the LA-EA5 was introduced.)

  • @nicolishus
    @nicolishus 3 місяці тому

    Gary, I just got a vintage minolta and this video is very helpful, probably watched it over 3 times! Thank you 🙏