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September 16, 2008
Sony Image Data Suite for Windows new version released
Sony is offering DSLR-A100/A200/A300/A350/A700 users the latest version of α application software, “Sony Image Data Suite” which includes the following software:
* Image Data Converter SR Ver.3.0
Software to view, adjust and save the RAW format still images shot with your camera.
* Image Data Lightbox SR Ver.2.0
Software to view, compare, and rate the RAW/JPEG format still images shot with your camera.
* Remote Camera Control Ver.2.0*
Software to control your camera connected to the computer via USB to shoot images or change the settings.
* This software can be used with DSLR-A700 only.
New Functions and Improvements
* Image Data Converter SR Ver.3.0
o Improvement of operability
o Higher speed of display
o Addition of the peripheral illumination compensation function
o Addition/Improvement of the D-range optimizer, etc.
* Image Data Lightbox SR Ver.2.0
o Higher speed of display
o Enhanced filtering function
* Remote Camera Control Ver.2.0
o Addition of the "interval timer shooting function"* (for Windows only)
* You can use this function with DSLR-A700 with the firmware updated to Ver.4 from here.
* To activate this function, you need to execute “Interval Shooting Set-up Tool” which is provided here.
Applicable Products
Digital SLR camera "α" series:
* DSLR-A100
* DSLR-A200
* DSLR-A300
* DSLR-A350
* DSLR-A700
Supported Operating Systems
* Windows XP SP3*
* Windows Vista SP1*
* 64-bit editions and/or Starter are not supported.
Sony Europe
September 16, 2008
a700 v4 firmware
Improvements and solved issues
* The choice to select auto exposure bracketing (single & continuous) with 3 shots in 2 EV steps has been added.
* The choice to turn [Off] the High ISO NR feature has been added.
* Improvement of the image quality in high ISO setting.
* Improvement of the auto white balance and D-Range Optimizer performance.
* Improvement of reliability for communication between camera body and vertical grip.
Sony Europe (Windows)
Sony Europe (MAC)
September 11, 2008
a900 released
Sony a900 DSLR has been released.
Press release
Sony a900 specifications
Sony a900 introduction
June 19, 2008
HVL-F58AM flash announced
The new "flagship" flash has been announced.
The new HVL-F58AM is bringing some new features while brings some old ones back (like controller, wireless ratio).
Sony HVL-F58AM press release
May 22, 2008
Film cameras transformed
Member Jed Smith writes that several Dyxumites collaborated worldwide in a scheme to convert their Dynax/Maxxum 9 film cameras to take the new CZ24-70 SSM lens. Read how it was done.
April 16, 2008
Micholand on B&W conversion
Dyxum member Micholand talks about Black and White conversion techniques in the latest of our “Case Studies”.
See.
April 9, 2008
Rule change for Critics Corner
The rules for Critics Corner posts have been relaxed in accordance with member's wishes.
See the new rules.
April 5, 2008
"Frankman on birding" -- new article
Dyxum member Frankman talks about BIF techniques in the first of our “Case Studies”.
See.
January 30, 2008
Sony a300 and a350 announced
Sony has announced two new DSLR cameras a300 and a350, both featuring requested live view option.
press release
January 7, 2008
Sony a200 announced
Sony has announced a new DSLR camera that many may see as a a100 replacement.
If you didn’t read the leaked press release so far you can read it on our site
December 31, 2007
Photo storage article
CezarL has written a major article on Keeping Your Photos Safe and Secure -- see.
December 21, 2007
Read "A Day With GIMP"
To view the latest “IMHO” column -- A Day With GIMP click here.
December 20, 2007
Sign up for January Madness (One Prime)
To check the rules and sign up for the next challenge, see January Madness -- click here.
December 20, 2007
a700 v3 firmware
Improvements and solved issues
Improvements over Firmware “Ver.1”:
* The picture sharpness is better under low contrast conditions.
* Noise is reduced when working at high sensitivity ISO setting.
* The flash control is better at close range with a non-ADI control lens.
Improvements over Firmware “Ver.2”:
* When pictures are taken rapidly, the access lamp may stay lit and the system may become inoperable.
* When turning off the camera when the "MR" mode is selected, some settings registered in the MR mode can be reflected in other shooting modes.
Sony Europe
December 11, 2007
Latest One Prime challenge
For a quick link to the current One Prime “Week 50” challenge threads click here.
December 9, 2007
Help needed with lens data
Hotwire is collecting information which will lead to better recognition of your lenses by various PP software and image display programs.
See the Knowledge Base thread.
Your input will be gratefully received.
November 3, 2007
DSLR interactive course starts
A new feature, “Basic DSLR techniques”, in the form of an interactive course for dSLR newbies has been started.
See the Knowledge Base thread.
October 30, 2007
a700 v2 firmware
Improvements and solved issues
The Firmware update improves the following issues:
* The picture sharpness is better under low contrast conditions.
* Noise is reduced when working at high sensitivity ISO setting.
* The flash control is better at close range with a non-ADI control lens.
Sony Europe
Sony Asia Pacific
October 30, 2007
Image Data Converter updated
DSLR-A700 application software update improves the following
Applicable to Image Data Converter SR Ver.2.0 and Image Data Lightbox SR Ver.1.0
1. Non-compressed RAW file may be indicated incorrectly as compressed in image properties. (for models launched in USA only)
Applicable to Image Data Converter SR Ver.2.0
1. Image distortion may occur when "Highlight Color Distortion Reduction" is set to "Advanced". (for models launched in USA only)
2. Color may be discrepant when the setting of Creative Style is other than default setting.
3. Mosaic image may be left partly after the image is developed.
4. Original image may not be displayed correctly in Double View mode.
Applicable Version
* Image Data Converter SR Ver. 2.0.00.xxxxx
* Image Data Lightbox SR Ver. 1.0.00.xxxxx
More info and download
October 27, 2007
a100 1.04 firmware
It is now official.
Current a100 firmware is 1.04
You can download it form official Sony websites
Sony Europe
Sony Asia Pacific
We suggest to all a100 owners to download and install the latest firmware since is most likely bringing improvements not mentioned in the readme file.
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