Can I use Sony A57 as webcam?
To use the A57 as a live webcam you would have to take the HDMI feed from the camera and run it into your computer. If your computer doesn’t have an HDMI input, you would need some kind of gadget that provides that capability. Then you would need software that can recognize the HDMI feed and turn it into a webcam feed.
What mount is Sony A57?
Sony/Minolta Alpha lens mount
Sony A57 has a Sony/Minolta Alpha lens mount and currently there are 143 native lenses available for this mount. A57 also has a sensor based image stabilization system which means that all of these lenses will be stabilized when used on A57.
How do I change the aperture on my Sony a57?
See page 99 of the user manual. “Rotate the control dial to adjust the shutter speed, and while pressing the AV button, rotate the control dial to adjust the aperture.” And if you forget: switch to A mode, adjust the aperture, and go back to M mode.
How do I change the aperture on my Sony Alpha 58?
The shutter speed and the aperture value can be changed while recording movies.
- MENU → (Camera Settings) → [Shoot Mode] → [Manual Exposure].
- Press the bottom side of the control wheel to select the shutter speed or aperture value, then turn the control wheel to select a value.
- Adjust the focus and shoot the subject.
Is Sony A57 mirrorless?
The Sony Alpha SLT-A57 is a Mirrorless Digital Camera with an APS-C sensor and a Sony A lens mount. Its 16 Megapixels CMOS sensor offers an ISO 100-16000 sensitivity range which is expandable to ISO 100-25600.
When was the Sony A57 released?
April 2012
Availability starts in April 2012, with the A57 and 18-55mm kit lens retailing for US$800, and body-only for US$700.
What should my shutter speed be for video?
A frame rate of 24 fps with a shutter speed of 1/48 or 1/50 will give your footage a smooth cinematic look and feel. Higher frame rates, such as 60 fps with a shutter speed of 1/120, will allow you to slow down your footage at the editing stage and create ultra-smooth slow motion scenes.
Is Sony A57 a DSLR?
For starters, the A57 sheds the A55’s ‘mini-DSLR’ form factor, for a camera body that is essentially identical to the higher-spec’d SLT-A65. The A57’s video specification is identical to more expensive SLT models as well, with 1080p60 output and built-in stereo microphones.
What shutter speed is cinematic?
Summary. To get that cinematic look, simply set your shutter speed to double the framerate. So if you are shooting at 24fps, set the shutter speed to 1/48 or 1/50. If you want to create a TV or documentary-style look, shoot at higher shutter speeds.
What is the best aperture for video?
f/2.8
A low aperture such as f/2.8 will help you emphasise your subject and create a professional-looking blurry background. If you want to make sure as much of your scene is in focus as possible, use a high aperture like f/10 or f/22.