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Moonbase Alpha’s Chat Function Is Still Funny After 14 Years

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Moonbase Alpha’s Chat Function Is Still Funny After 14 Years Back in 2010, NASA made a video game. It was called Moonbase Alpha, and it was meant to simulate what it would actually be like to maintain a lunar colony. Just two weeks after its launch, however, Moonbase Alpha was famous for a different reason: The Microsoft Sam-sounding voice that read out your chat messages. Read more…

Jalopnik 1.2k 2024-07-18

Camera Upgrade to Sony Alpha a6400?

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Camera Upgrade to Sony Alpha a6400? Currently have a Canon Rebel t5 and I was messing with it recently and think I practically put it out of business. It won’t focus at all, just not performing as it should and granted I’ve had it for quite some time now so I may be due for an upgrade. Any opinions on the Sony Alpha a6400 or any other recs? submitted by /u/Beneficial-Guava…

Ask Photography 797 2024-07-15

What lens would you recommend for Sony Alpha ZV-E10 to use to shoot outdoors/nature shots?

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What lens would you recommend for Sony Alpha ZV-E10 to use to shoot outdoors/nature shots? I am completely new to photography. I bought this camera on a whim a while back and haven’t really used it much. I have a backpacking trip soon to Washington State and would like to bring this camera along to take pictures of the scenery. The only lens I have is the one it came with which is a 16-50mm I believe. I am only hoping to bring one len…

Ask Photography 838 2024-07-05

Can anyone help with Program Auto mode on Sony Alpha 7 series?

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Can anyone help with Program Auto mode on Sony Alpha 7 series? Dear fellow photographers, I am struggling with some of the settings in my Sony A7C (+Tamron 28-200). I had been using it for over 2 years, somehow always used M mode. Now that I am using P mode for particular reason, I find something really confusing… So this is what I aim to do. I set my Aperture quite small (let’s say f11), and my shutter s…

Ask Photography 1.3k 2024-06-17

Buying First Camera – Sony Alpha A7iii vs iv?

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Buying First Camera – Sony Alpha A7iii vs iv? I’m finally pulling the trigger and buying my first camera as my birthday gift this month. All this time I’ve been renting cameras and practicing or just been using my phone. I rented Sony Alpha A7iii for my most recent trip and absolutely loved the photos. I might’ve made a mistake by renting 28-200mm lens. The quality was phenomenal but it wa…

Ask Photography 1.2k 2024-06-05

Any Shopify stores interested in participating in an app Alpha?

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Any Shopify stores interested in participating in an app Alpha? We recently launched a new Shopify app and are opening it up to a select number of brands that want to participate in an Alpha program. We would unlock all features of the app for free and in exchange would ask to help us identify any minor bugs you come across (if any) and provide some basic feedback. The app is Shopify’s first conversational …

Reddit ecommerce 699 2024-05-29

Alpha 6100 / ZV-E10 or Lumix GX80 for beginner?

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Alpha 6100 / ZV-E10 or Lumix GX80 for beginner? What would you advice? 6100 / ZVE-E10 are around 450€ – the GX80 is for 270 here. Is it worth to buy a old Panasonic at the moment? Mostly i want take pictures, but also have kids and make Short clips etc. submitted by /u/alexMill0988

Ask Photography 1.2k 2024-05-03

For those who have moved to Sony Alpha from Canon DSLR, what settings have you changed to make the transition easier?

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For those who have moved to Sony Alpha from Canon DSLR, what settings have you changed to make the transition easier? A client I work for has a Sony A7 IV for use and I’ve always shot with Canon. For studio and controlled lighting, it’s all set on manual and it’s fine. I’m trying to find ways of making the camera a little more like my 5D system I’m used to for when I shoot natural light shots. I’ve been faking it until now. I am changing the back dial for expo…

Ask Photography 1.3k 2024-05-03

Sony Alpha 7 IV Lens for begginer

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Sony Alpha 7 IV Lens for begginer Hey there! Just got my hands on the new Sony Alpha 7 IV and I’m excited to dive into photography. I know it’s an advanced camera, but I’m committed to sticking with it for the long haul. Thinking of starting with an online video course to get the basics down—any recommendations? Also, I’m eyeing landscape shots during my travels and some portrai…

Ask Photography 797 2024-03-25

Is it possible to purchase a NP-FH50 battery for my Sony Alpha 230 camera.

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Is it possible to purchase a NP-FH50 battery for my Sony Alpha 230 camera. I need a NP-FH50 battery for my a230, I enquired about this with a nearby Sony center, but they told me that the battery is discontinued. Do you guys recommend any websites where I can get an original or a third-party battery that can work on my camera. ​ Help would be appreciated. submitted by /u/Arky4819

Ask Photography 1.3k 2024-03-18

Lens Suggestions for Sony Alpha 7CII

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Lens Suggestions for Sony Alpha 7CII I got my first full-frame camera today! I’m looking for some lens suggestions. I’m primarily using the camera for travel photography, so I prefer lighter lenses, if possible. Thanks so much! I want to capture holiday lights displays at night Architecture and architectural details (churches!) Landscapes Cityscapes (especially at night) subm…

Ask Photography 680 2024-03-14

First camera: Canon EOS R50 vs. Sony Alpha ZVE-10

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First camera: Canon EOS R50 vs. Sony Alpha ZVE-10 I’m getting my girlfriend her first camera for Christmas & I am new to this as well so I only know as much as my research. She mainly wants it for traveling, walking around town/local parks, point & shoot type of photography, etc. She isn’t big into vlogging or any of that type of stuff. I’ve had my eye on the Canon EOS R50 and I really like h…

Ask Photography 1.2k 2024-02-19

The best zoom lens for Sony Alpha 7 IV

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The best zoom lens for Sony Alpha 7 IV Currently, I have an 35 MM F1.8 and 24-105 F4 lenses. During 2 years of using my camera, I realised that I prefer zoom lenses more than prime lenses. But f4 feels like a little bit on slower side. Would like to have 2.8. Now I’m in dilemma: Sony 24-70 F2.8 GM Sony 24-70 F2.8 GM II Or third party lenses like sigma? What would be the optimal zoom…

Ask Photography 592 2023-12-23

Swollen battery on Sony Alpha 6300, need help!

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Swollen battery on Sony Alpha 6300, need help! The scratches are from trying to hook a safety pin and pull it, I’ve also tried velcro and other glue/tapes but it barely moved, what else can I do to safely remove it without further damaging the camera? I still haven’t tried the super glue method cause I have to out and buy it. I’ve seen some people talking about screwing something to the batt…

Ask Photography 773 2023-10-31