Great review, Mia. With all the wanna-be, self-proclaimed "experts" who do nothing but read ad copy or overstate the obvious, it's great to see someone who really knows what they're talking about. Keep up the good work.
@IrreverentSOB8 жыл бұрын
Very good review, pointing out the product's limitations or shortcomings as well as it's strenghts; that's why B and H is the best !
@BandH11 жыл бұрын
That tube you see is the adapter, which is not shown in many photos of the lens. It's not designed to be taken off, so it's not designed for A mount bodies.
@AgnostosGnostos6 жыл бұрын
The NEX-VG900 had the full frame sensor of the Sony alpha SLT a99. The big mistake with this full frame e-mount video camera was that it was introduced before any full frame e-mount cameras were available. So most people weren't really interested. I have the LA-EA4 adapter which is even better than the LA-EA3 and the result with a-mount lenses isn't impressive with autofocus. So this video camera was introduced too early. That video camera can take the photos too and was introduced before the announcement of the Sony a7 series. So it is the first full frame e-mount camera. Finally there isn't any integrated ND filter which is so important for professional and expensive video cameras.
@jogibajr11 жыл бұрын
The E mount Rokinon Cine lenses ( 14mm T3.1, 24mm T1.5, 35mm T1.5 and 85mm T1.5) cover the full frame sensor. Zeiss also has E mount full frame Cine lenses. Since the VG900 is a full frame mirrorless it should work with almost any full frame or APS-C lens made using low cost adapters. It shoots in APS-C or full frame mode.
@LANDSEAAIRCANADA11 жыл бұрын
This is the first model, we will see what happens... Thanks B & H for this info excellent as always.
@BandH11 жыл бұрын
You can find the proper lens on our website by clicking "Photography" at the top of the page, then click "Lenses". Then navigate to the right side of the page under "Narrow Results" , scrolling down and clicking on "SLR lenses", scroll further and click on "Full Frame Lenses" then SONY A-Mount (under Lens Mount"). Please contact us via e-mail if you have additional questions: askbh{at}bandh{dot}com. MarkS
@djkaneck111 жыл бұрын
That's what I'm talking about! I'm shocked you didn't mention any Carl Zeiss lenses. I was about to get 16-35 and 24-77mm 2.8, but I'll get the sony 20mm Wide Angle f/.8. I did order the Rokinon T-Lens set of three too. I'm using this and my a77 as backup. Thank you so much. Sony couldn't answer this question! PEACE
@jogibajr11 жыл бұрын
Are you saying the Rokinon E mount Cine lenses have an E to A mount adapter built in ? That is not what it says on the B&H Rokinon E mount Cine lens page. If so then that would mean it would fit the A99 A-mount HDSLR if you took the adapter off.
@robiulahmed7 жыл бұрын
They need to update this with 4k, 100mb/s, and at least 240p.
@rdaffon2311 жыл бұрын
best reviews on YT. I'm still leaning towards the Panasonic GH3. Its 1/3 the price.
@randan8811 жыл бұрын
You used the 30mm DT lens but this can only used in APS-C mode right? Not sure why this was used to demonstrate the depth of field of the sensor?
@jogibajr11 жыл бұрын
Use the Atomos Ninja 2 Video Recorder with the VG900 for clean 1080p output at up to 220Mbps.
@PiotrTester3 жыл бұрын
nice review
@drewnetwork11 жыл бұрын
As president of the fan club for the articulate and beautiful Mia McCormick -- I give two thumbs up for this review. But -- although this camcorder is a perfect dream on paper -- the aliasing on this camera kills it as a serious production option. And, at the three thousand dollar price range -- the aliasing is entirely unacceptable. Had Sony prevented the aliasing on this camera -- yes -- it would have been the hottest item on earth and the camcorder that changed the business.
@BandH11 жыл бұрын
The SONY NEX-EA50UH has the lower LUX rating. Please contact us via e-mail if you have additional questions: askbh{at}bandh{dot}com. MarkS
@djkoraproductions11 жыл бұрын
Witch camera work better in low light..? NEX- VG900 or NEX-EA50UH? I'am thinking getting one of this cameras and.. I'am still confuse.. I'am new with cameras... I will be working with weddings and music videos.. thank youuu..!!
@itsDavidHarvey11 жыл бұрын
Might be ready to change in my FS100 ..
@BandH11 жыл бұрын
Vignetting is an issue with the VG900 in full frame mode with some wide angle lenses. To get rid of the dark corners, go to the menu and select APS-C Size Capture. That will crop the frame and eliminate the vignetting. DennisL ask(at)bhphoto.com
@MattSezer10 жыл бұрын
No XLRs, no built in ND's, and it records to AVCHD 4:2:0. It sounds like this camera has most of the problems that you'd have shooting video with a DSLR.
@antonzandt15910 жыл бұрын
I'd say what you've listed aren't problems, they're just things to work around? :)
@danieldougan2694 жыл бұрын
XAVC S was added in firmware later on. And, like Mia said, you can buy an XLR adapter. Of course, if I were to buy a full-frame camera from Sony for video today, I would get either an a7s II or an FX9, depending on budget.
@aardvarkansaw11 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mia for the fantastic review and analysis !
@JonathanRodd11 жыл бұрын
why would they make a full frame camera where its default mount size still has crop factor?
@djkaneck111 жыл бұрын
I have a major shoot coming up and considering using this camera. Any lenses that may avoid the vignetting or should I go with the A99? Thank you for response!
@Harvestcreativemedia10 жыл бұрын
Hi, Very useful video tutorial. I am thinking to buy this camera but have few questions regarding the camera and lenses. 1. Does this camera has image stabilisation option and how good is that? 2. Can I use servo button (Zoom button) with any A or E mounted zoom lens? Regards, Jai
@BandH10 жыл бұрын
The VG900 does offer built in image stabilization. Sony's stabilization is pretty decent. The servo rocker can be used with any of the new Sony powered zoom E mount lenses. Dana G. askbh@bandh.com
@Harvestcreativemedia10 жыл бұрын
Hi Dana, Thanks for your help. I am looking to change my Sony PMW F3 camera. Could you suggest me any professional and cheap video camera? I now there are lots of cameras in the market at the moment and some more are coming out soon. I have checked the new Sony 4K camera which is expensive. I mainly do wedding cinematography so don't have that much budget to buy those type expensive cameras. Thanks. Jai
@Crlarl10 жыл бұрын
No Sony E-mount camera has in-body image stabilisation yet. You can use IS lenses if you need it.
@CirilZupan11 жыл бұрын
How does shipping of this camera cost for shiping to Slovenia?
@Peteraddavideo11 жыл бұрын
Nice Presentation Mia. Good Info as well.
@OscarGoldstein11 жыл бұрын
That Sony NEX-VG900 should be 4K
@brain9696911 жыл бұрын
Does the camera have Cine Gamma?
@djkaneck111 жыл бұрын
So how do you get rid off the vignetting?
@thattree707111 жыл бұрын
Which are the best lenses for this camcorder below 1000$
@richyben89816 жыл бұрын
Please i bought the above mention camera recently but there are some area i did not understand. (1) ON HOW TO USE FOCUS BUTTON WHILE RECORDING (2)THE PROCEDURE ON HOW TO USE MANUEL RECORDING (3)LEN STABILAZATION (4)PHOTO SNAP WHILE RECORDING THANKS WAITING FOR YOUR REPLY RICHY
@BandH6 жыл бұрын
Answers to your operational questions may be found in SONY's Operating Guide for this camcorder: static.bhphotovideo.com/lit_files/90624.pdf. >Mark
@magik825210 жыл бұрын
Awesome review! With Sony releasing the new 4K camera will this one be dropping in price ?
@BandH10 жыл бұрын
We do not know if or when pricing will change on this camera. Keep an eye on our website for any price drops on this product: bhpho.to/1m5Gz2Z Please contact us via e-mail if you have additional questions: askbh@bandh.com. Mark S.
@michael867342 жыл бұрын
wath is the diference between this one and vg 30
@eduardbarco7 жыл бұрын
Any stronger codecs or editable flat picture profiles firmware updates for this one so far? I can't really match multicam footage from setups requiring a log profile, which now have become pretty much a standard for video projects other than broadcast or amateurish approaches, nor from cheaper Sony(s) like the a6000 neither from other brands like CineStyle and Canon. On board Cinematone is useless. It is very frustrating considering how much this camera cost. I didn't know about all this back then. Seems like Sony totally forgot about it. I'm even considering selling it and moving to Canon, as I almost always end up not using footage out of this, but noone seems to want it. Soooo frustrating.
@Soldier12878 жыл бұрын
what would sony FE lenses do? I heard they'll eliminate the need for the a-mount adapter. I'm stuck between this and the VG30.
@BandH8 жыл бұрын
+Soldier1287 Depending upon which FE lens chosen - Constant aperture with reasonable speed, optical SteadyShot image stabilization, and a dust- and moisture-resistant construction ensures reliable use in tough environmental conditions. >Mark
@michael867345 жыл бұрын
I have the sony nex vg 30 is the same?
@jogibajr11 жыл бұрын
It's too bad she doesn't know about the many full frame E mount lenses that B&H sells like the 14mm T3.1, 24mm T1.5, 35mm T1.5 and 85mm T1.5 Rokinon Cine full frame E mount lenses for the VG900.
@thattree707111 жыл бұрын
What about full frame lenses? Thank you.
@tealeyevisuals74468 жыл бұрын
Why is it vignetting, anyway?
@BandH11 жыл бұрын
Any lens that vignettes on the VG900 would do so on the A99 since they both have the same size sensor. Any lens that you can mount on the VG900 that vignettes please choose (via the menu) APS-C mode to eliminate the issue. The lenses to watch out for are wide ones. To avoid the issue entirely, go for full frame wide angle lenses such as the Sony 20mm f/2.8 Wide Angle Prime Lens. B&H # SO2028 DennisL ask(at)bhphoto.com
@shreyaskale575610 жыл бұрын
What's the use if I have to crop to APS-C to get rid of the vignetting? Are there any Full Frame Lenses at all which don't have that vignetting problem?
@BandH9 жыл бұрын
One of the greatest assets of the Sony NEX-VG900 is how very flexible it is regarding lenses. Not only does it have a native E-mount allowing the use of those affordable lenses, the user can also procure full frame A-mount lenses, attach the included Sony A-Mount Adaptor (LA-EA3) and then enjoy the benefits of full frame shooting. Dennis L AskBH@BHPhoto.com
@shreyaskale57569 жыл бұрын
B and H My question was are there any full frame lenses at all which don't have vignetting problem? Because only that's when it makes sense to buy this product. Using full frame lens in crop sensor mode doesn't make much sense. (I am not a professional, but I'm doing my own research).
@BandH9 жыл бұрын
Shreyas Kale Full frame lenses used on full frame cameras do not vignette. The great advantage of the VG900 is the flexibility to use both type of lenses, full frame or APS-C. If you do not have a full set of full frame lenses and your project is appropriate to release in crop mode, (say something just for the web) then you are in a good situation. If you do not have any full frame lenses, you can use this camera in crop mode until you procure full frame lenses. This can be an advantage for some shooters.
@Canoneosmiami4 жыл бұрын
Is it cropped with Sony 28-135mm fe pz cine lens ?
@BandH4 жыл бұрын
It should not be cropped as this is a full frame camera and the 28-135mm is a Full Frame lens. Thanks! -Joey P
@Crlarl11 жыл бұрын
135, not 35mm.
@laportecan11 жыл бұрын
Keep up up the good work Mia!
@enginsaydam11 жыл бұрын
great review
@brain9696911 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info!
@Boodhunnilesh11 жыл бұрын
great through review! the camera looks pricey and meant to fool the average consumer into thinking its a great camera with its 35mm sensor but instead it has low bit rate and other major flaws which Sony tries to hide
@Boodhunnilesh11 жыл бұрын
great through review!
@ReenoMoon7 жыл бұрын
do you still have autofocus with the Rokinon?
@BandH7 жыл бұрын
Please note: When using A-Mount lenses with the LA-EA3 adapter, there may be limitations in some features and functionality - including autofocus support. Please visit Sony's support website for detailed lens compatibility charts. These Rokinon lenses are compatible but require Manual Focus as well as Aperture. >Mark
@ngbrian111111 жыл бұрын
Me too!!!
@jogibajr11 жыл бұрын
Really ? Dream on if you think Sony ,Canon or anyone else will sell you a full frame camera with 4K for $3,300. The Canon EOS-1D C Camera (Body Only) is $11,999.
@BandH11 жыл бұрын
You can calculate shipping options and costs on our website by adding the items you are looking to purchase to the online cart. Dana G. askbh{at}bandh{dot}com
@quickpickle9 жыл бұрын
so what about full frame emount lenses?
@BandH9 жыл бұрын
***** Please follow the link below for full-frame SONY E-Mount video/Cine lenses for the Sony NEX-VG900 camcorder: bhpho.to/1D6g4r0 Please contact us via e-mail if you have additional questions: askbh@bandh.com >Mark
@quickpickle9 жыл бұрын
B and H thanx!
@BandH11 жыл бұрын
The FS100 with the shotgun microphone will deliver a better quality generally. On camera microphones (even though the VG900 one is pretty high quality) are very omni directional and often times pick up more sound than you will want. A directional shotgun helps to narrow the sound field to what is important. Dana G. askbh{at}bandh{dot}com
@michaelnehmad10 жыл бұрын
is this better then vg10? I have the nex vg 10
@BandH10 жыл бұрын
The NEX-VG900 will be a step up from the NEX-VG10. It has a 24.3MP FullFrame 35mm Exmor CMOS Sensor and A and E mount lens compatibility. Dana G. askbh@bandh.com
@ngbrian111111 жыл бұрын
It only cost $3200, well i hopes some give me this for next xmas.
@thannabadee8 жыл бұрын
good
@quickpickle9 жыл бұрын
just buy a vg30 if u want such a cam.. the vg900 was the biggest waste of time in the vg series.. not offering much of anything at its price range.
@BandH11 жыл бұрын
E-Mount lenses fit directly without any adapters (like the SONY A-Mount require). SONY has many choices available in prime and zoom lenses. I like the zooms: B&H# SO1820035Q and B&H# SO5521045. Please contact us via e-mail if you have additional questions: askbh{at}bandh{dot}com. MarkS
@BandH11 жыл бұрын
The VG900 does have a CinemaTone Gamma preset. Dana G. askbh{at}bandh{dot}com
@rdaffon2311 жыл бұрын
A-mount
@Jo-gw1hx9 жыл бұрын
Hi Thanks for taking time creating this NEX VG900 review, Can I please have your thoughts on this ... ? I wanna shot videos to make a set of video lesson. (I will stand in front of a whiteboard - indoor and out door with blurry background) However, I'm confused which video camera should I use. I've searched the net and found 3 options : * Canon 70D Camera * Sony NEX VG30 * Sony NEX VG900 I need to be able to shoot with continuous focus, that's why I thought Canon 70D would be great, as I watched a lot of youtube review about this and read this review article www.tomsguide.com/us/canon-70d-dslr,review-2182.html But DSLR camera like Canon 70D has time limitation which can be tricky to be use on long hour shooting video. However, if I go for the Sony NEX VG900, which has full frame censor, the auto focus will not be activated on the full frame mode unless I switch to the APS-C censor. So what I need is a video camera with : * Both continuous focus and manual focus as sometime I shoot indoor and sometime outdoor, and when shooting outdoor, I wanna blur the background. * Manual control on iso, etc so it will look great on low light * External mic input jack * Ability to shoot long hour * High quality result what are you thoughts ? Which one do you think will suit my need ? Thank you Jo
@BandH9 жыл бұрын
Jo Jo If it weren't for the time requirement the 70D would be the best pick of your specified choices. The model we most recommend to suffice your criteria is the Canon C100AF model. It?s a larger Super 35mm sensor, and will give you the depth of field you are looking for, the AF performance, and can make hour long recordings. See the link below for details on this model. If you have further questions/comments you like to share with us, we ask that you email our Pro Video agents at provideo@bhphotovideo.com. ? Yossi bhpho.to/QLprF5