Does anybody know if when used with a Sony Alpha DSLR A580, it would allow to see and check the scene to be photographed (and would it allow focusing) while taking a still photo or would it only allow to watch at the photos already taken after shooting is finished? The A580 Manual explains how photos already taken can be seen on an LCD monitor if connecting the camera to it with an HDMI cable but it says nothing about being able to use an external LCD monitor to take pictures. Does anybody know if when used with a Sony Alpha DSLR A580, it would allow to see and check the scene to be photographed (and would it allow focusing) while taking a still photo or would it only... » Read More Does anybody know if when used with a Sony Alpha DSLR A580, it would allow to see and check the scene to be photographed (and would it allow focusing) while taking a still photo or would it only allow to watch at the photos already taken after shooting is finished? The A580 Manual explains how photos already taken can be seen on an LCD monitor if connecting the camera to it with an HDMI cable but it says nothing about being able to use an external LCD monitor to take pictures. « Show Less
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I don't have any knowledge of your model camera. However, I use the CLM-V55 monitor with my Sony Nex Vg10 camera. I use it for video and photos. Whichever mode I'm using, the monitor shows exactly what the eyepiece shows. It give me a clearer and larger view to focus my shot as well as playing my photos back after picture was taken.
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I use my remote on the A77 and it is perfect for various scenes. The sony website shows the wireless remote with both types of fittings so my best suggestion is check the connector for the a58 and see if it looks like the one on the RML1AM, if it does, I would give it a go.
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Amazon is shipping a canon/nikon compatible unit instead of the sony. The picture will look correct an the description also, but I ordered two on different occasions and received a canon/nikon compatible on both occasions. I'd suggest you get it from eBay instead. I think the problem is with the new sony 7r, that has a different mount from what you have on the a300. Hope this helps.
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I reccomend you read the following link: http://community.sony.com/t5/Alpha-NEX-Cameras/How-dissapointing-A7-or-A7R-and-External-Flash-HVL-F60M/td-p/292842
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I bought one. I didn't have any trouble finding the settings in the A7 menu and my battery is installed properly without the plastic interrupter strip and I couldn't get it to work. If they shipped it with a dead battery, shame on them. I don't have another. Where is the camera reading the IR signal? Through the lens? Are you supposed to see a light on the front of the remote when you push the button?
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My Daughter has this Camera and now her auto focus isn't working on it, so she has to manually focus it. I'm wondering if it is the lens or is it the body of the camera. She only has one lens so she hasn't been able to trouble shoot the problem and since she's away at college I'm unable to do anything about it at the moment. Anyone have any ideas?Thanks
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Hi; do you know that this is an action camera and not a point and shoot? Yet, this camera does have an LCD screen on the right side to view what you are shooting at, but not a typical viewfinder because the camera is designed to be a wearable camera attached to your body or other items. Another description of a viewfinder for this camera is its ability to wirelessly connect to your smartphone-then you are able to see what the camera sees on your smartphone as well as control the camera using the phone. So, this camera goes well beyond the basic "viewfinder" found in "some' point and shoot cameras and "all" DSLR camera. Hope this helps Hi; do you know that this is an action camera and not a point and shoot? Yet, this camera does have an LCD screen on the right side to view what you are shooting at, but not a typical viewfinder because the camera is designed to be a wearable camera attached to your body or other items. Another description of a viewfinder for this camera is its ability to wirelessly connect to your smartphone-then you are able to see what the camera sees on your smartphone as well as control the camera using the phone. So, this camera goes well beyond the basic "viewfinder" found in "some'... » Read More Hi; do you know that this is an action camera and not a point and shoot? Yet, this camera does have an LCD screen on the right side to view what you are shooting at, but not a typical viewfinder because the camera is designed to be a wearable camera attached to your body or other items. Another description of a viewfinder for this camera is its ability to wirelessly connect to your smartphone-then you are able to see what the camera sees on your smartphone as well as control the camera using the phone. So, this camera goes well beyond the basic "viewfinder" found in "some' point and shoot cameras and "all" DSLR camera. Hope this helps « Show Less
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Hi Charles T. In fact is for that model (the same that I just...well...Lets say that now I dont know what camera to buy to replace my dear a65) Well. Yes. It makes the proprietary shoe of Sony on the most of the old alpha camera series (the a58 is newer and has the standard or MultiShoe or simply put the same shoe as Nikon, cannon, and so on). Good Luck!
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Same thing happened to me. The camera needs to be active, not just on. For example I have a nikon d3100 and the display/ view screen needs to be on. It has something to do with providing power to the card.
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I've used a Canon A80 for the last three years (just bought the 710 this weekend) and have had excellent luck with it as an underwater camera. True you have to wait about four seconds while the photo is being stored to the disk, but it gave me time to decide weather or not I wanted to keep it (and believe me, I junked plenty of shots, anenome fish are not cooperative subjects.) I took the 710 into my pool (with the housing, of course) and found the shutter lag to be almost un-noticeable. I almost always use flash u/w, so I find the time waiting for next shot delay was a non-problem (have to wait for the flash to build up again). I was particularly impressed with the macro photos. My little $400 setup took comparable macro photos to my buddies who were using housed SLR's with twin strobe setups. I'm not sure what happened with your memory card (unformatted) but I think you'll be happy with the 710.
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Hi, Cormac Amazon sent your question to me, as I had reviewed the Nikon version of this, Polaroid 48 favorably. Unfortunately, I am not familiar with Sony cameras. However, I could not find anything in my Nikon version of this product that seemed camera-specific. It is basically an array of 48 white LEDs with a battery box and brightness control that mounts on your camera's hot shoe. It has no exposure measurement and does not interface with the camera logic in any way. I usually use mine in continuous ON mode so I can focus closeups better. In flash mode the camera switches the light on and off quickly, so it seems like a flash, though not as bright nor fast as an electronic flash. Wait a bit for a better answer from someone else, but I believe that as long as one of the supplied rings fits your lens, the cheaper Universal unit will suffice. Please post if you find a solution. BTW: I had occasion to open my "Nikon" unit (soldered broken wire from battery box) and it is marked "RF-550" on the circuit board. No camera designation at all. There are other units around being sold as "RF-550" but not designated for specific cameras.
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Indeed! The Canon XA25 and XA20 both have focus-tracking. In the auto mode, the camera selects/scans a face in the viewing area. The focus locks in and locks on, following that subject while in view. If you prefer it to track a different subject or object, just tap the viewscreen and the focus shifts and tracks with that object/subject. Ingenious! And so critical for event videography. You can, of course, disengage and go full manual. Except for a controlled, studio shoot, who would?
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I went for the A99 from an A580, I am very pleased and it's great to return to full frame as I used this format with Minolta X.300/700 and a Dynax. If you own a few lenses check that they are suitable for full frame and are not APS specific. I have a fisheye that is APS so still use the 580 on occasion.Regards
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This is the same for me. My old SONY DSC 100 was able to do this...It would say capture in the viewfinder when you pressed the shutterbutton. The DSC 400V I just bought does NOT do this. How can some above say it does??
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I'm not aware of this feature on this camera. I've read that the stills aren't wonderful quality anyway but haven't tried stills at all yet. Here is a link to the pdf manual and it also contains some links to R/C folks that have used them. http://www.armadale.org.uk/808manual.pdf Hope this helps.
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As a Canon Digital Rebel owner since the XT, I do have a small investment in Canon lenses/accessories-but not enough to stop me from jumping ship. I am following the the A65 with a keen eye. A feature comparison would indicate that this model is superior in a number of areas, notably the continuous autofocus and 10 fps (not to mention the higher megapixels). However, I am convinced that Canon will have an answer shortly (rumors say November). Canon may just steal Sony's fire on this with the recent A77 (and A65?) production delays due to flooding in Thailand. Assuming the delays DO affect the A65, how does Beach have this camera in stock? As a Canon Digital Rebel owner since the XT, I do have a small investment in Canon lenses/accessories-but not enough to stop me from jumping ship. I am following the the A65 with a keen eye. A feature comparison would indicate that this model is superior in a number of areas, notably the continuous autofocus and 10 fps (not to mention the higher megapixels). However, I am convinced that Canon will have an answer shortly (rumors say November). Canon may just steal Sony's fire on this with the recent A77 (and A65?) production delays due to flooding in Thailand. Assuming the delays DO affect... » Read More As a Canon Digital Rebel owner since the XT, I do have a small investment in Canon lenses/accessories-but not enough to stop me from jumping ship. I am following the the A65 with a keen eye. A feature comparison would indicate that this model is superior in a number of areas, notably the continuous autofocus and 10 fps (not to mention the higher megapixels). However, I am convinced that Canon will have an answer shortly (rumors say November). Canon may just steal Sony's fire on this with the recent A77 (and A65?) production delays due to flooding in Thailand. Assuming the delays DO affect the A65, how does Beach have this camera in stock? « Show Less
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I just got an Alpha 58 and put my ancient 70-210 zoom on. Not only did it work, but when I turned it to full zoom (AKA "macro" position) and focused close, the screen lit up a green "MACRO" mode indication with the little flower. So it properly recognized a specific detailed function from a 25-year-old lens!