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Sony G Master FE 24-70 mm F2.8 GM Full-Frame E-Mount Standard Zoom Lens: Explore the versatility this Sony 24-70mm F2.8 GM camera lens brings to your photography, whether your shoot for fun or profit. This full-frame lens features a constant maximum aperture so that you can take incredible action. Direct Drive SSM offers quiet operation which is ideal for video and lets you focus this standard Sony 24-70mm F2.8 GM camera lens quickly.
 
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Superb quality and performance
on May 27, 2017
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I have only used this lens on a couple of opportunities and have not had much, if anything, to complain about. I have used this on my A7rII and A6300 and have really like the performance on both setups. The focus is relatively fast and accurate, and I especially like the focus hold button which I have reassigned to the eye autofocus option. This focusing option is why I tend to use my Sony rig more and more versus my older Canon 6D/Tamron 24-70 f2.8 setup. The lens is sharp and seems to be relatively good throughout the aperture range. While being stopped down to around f/4 through f/8 seem to be the sharpest, the ability to open the aperture to f2.8 is nice and produces pleasing background bokeh. This is a great all-around lens that I use the most out of all my other E-mount options. The lens is big and heavy and sports an 82mm front thread to accommodate various filters. The balance is not too bad on the A7RII with a battery grip, but when mounted on the A6300 it tends to be a little off balance. This is not a show stopper, but does require a little adjustment to hand held photography. The main complaint that I have is the price point. This lens is one of the most expensive in the FE range of lens for the E-mount system. However, with the lens wearing a GM badge, I guess the price is justified. It definitely performs better than the previous 24-70 f/4 FE lens, as that lens tended to be a little soft, especially wide open. The GM lenses can definitely stand on their own when compared to other “professional” quality glass from Nikon and Canon.
My Best Buy number: 0087037715
My Best Buy number: 0087037715
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Get extreme speeds for fast transfer, app performance, and 4K UHD with the SanDisk Extreme PLUS microSDXC UHS-I Memory Card. Ideal for your Android smartphone, action cameras or drones, this high performance microSD does 4K UHD video recording, Full HD video, and high-resolution photos. The SanDisk Extreme PLUS microSDXC memory card reads up to 170MB/s and writes up to 90MB/s. It’s also A2-rated for fast app performance.
 
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Reliable microSD card
on February 25, 2017
Posted by: JKautz
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Bought this micro card for my Hero5 Black edition and it works great for the 4k videos, little small for some 4k stuff, but it works. I have used it for other options (timelapse, photos, video timelapse) on the Hero5 and it works great. I have never had a SanDisk card fail me yet! I do get a bit particular how I format and use my cards, perhaps that is why I have had a good track record for cards no failing me…….
My Best Buy number: 0087037715
My Best Buy number: 0087037715
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Keep a spare battery on hand so you can capture all of your adventures with this GoPro rechargeable battery. The lithium-ion technology delivers reliable power , and the simple design makes it easy to replace your camera's battery as needed. Compatible with GoPro HERO5, HERO6, HERO7 and HERO 2018 camera models, this GoPro rechargeable battery makes a great addition to your camera accessory collection.
 
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Good batteries
on February 25, 2017
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I have yet to have a problem with any of my GoPro branded batteries. I have seen several reviews where individuals have been using third party batteries for their Hero5’s. I never have been on the band wagon for third party batteries after a bad experience several years ago in which a third party battery swelled up in the battery compartment on a digital camera. From what I understand, GoPro released a firmware update that disables the Hero5 from using third party batteries.
These batteries are not that expensive and seem to hold up rather well. I have a Hero4 Black and bought three batteries for that rig and they are still going strong to this day. I’m assuming that these Hero5 batteries will hold up in the same manner and provide years of reliable service.
My Best Buy number: 0087037715
My Best Buy number: 0087037715
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Charge your main and backup GoPro camera batteries simultaneously with this GoPro dual battery charger. Dual LED indicator lights show you the batteries are fully charged, and the USB port compatibility makes it easy to connect this charger to a range of devices. Featuring an included spare battery, this GoPro dual battery charger ensures you always have a spare charge.
 
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It works!!
on February 25, 2017
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This charger has the capability to charge two batteries at the same time. Charging time will depend on how drained the batteries are when beginning the charge process, but normally a couple of hours are needed to fully charge a battery. The charger uses a USB type C connection on the unit and the cable is provided. I ordered an additional battery when I picked up my Hero5, not realizing that the charger also comes with a spare battery!
My Best Buy number: 0087037715
My Best Buy number: 0087037715
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Exert control over your GoPro HERO5 camera with this Remo voice-activated remote. It's fully waterproof, so it can go wherever your GoPro goes, and the voice commands let you control your camera even when you don't have your hands free. The 33-foot range means this Remo voice-activated remote can set your GoPro HERO5 camera off from a distance.
 
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Cool remote
on February 25, 2017
Posted by: JKautz
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This is a cool remote that pairs easily with the Hero5 via Blue Tooth. The voice command options are a great idea for GoPro to move towards, however; the technology is a little new and sometimes the remote has problems executing commands on the first attempt. Hopefully this can be created with a future firmware revision. At any rate, I still like the flexibility that these remotes offer. I haven’t used the remote in all situations such as loud background noise or situations where there is noise from the wind, so I cannot comment on that.
My only complaint is that I wish that the remote had the capability to control multiple Hero5 cameras at the same time, hopefully this will be added as another feature in future releases and updates.
My Best Buy number: 0087037715
My Best Buy number: 0087037715
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Hit the road with this GoPro HERO5 Black camera in your pocket, and share every moment with your subscribers and friends. One-button control lets you snap a photo or capture a video with a simple touch of the shutter. This GoPro HERO5 Black camera is compatible with all GoPro accessories for easy incorporation.
 
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Great action cam!!
on February 25, 2017
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I currently own the GoPro Hero 4 Black and the Hero 5 camera is a definite upgrade of features and abilities. With my Hero 4 I had to by an additional LCD screen to get the same functionality that the Hero 5 has. The Hero 4 requires a water proof housing if you want to put it in the water, the Hero 5 is water proof without any additional housing or cages. The Hero 5 is small and very easy to navigate between the functions and options for your specific needs. Navigating the LCD was a bit of a chore at first, but a firmware update addressed that.
The quality of the 4k is really good for a camera of this size and it packs the right features for what I want. The timelapse video function works really well, as does the night lapse functions. Another thing that I like is the fact that the Hero 5 will take images in RAW format. This gives me the ability to use my post production tools to develop those images further. I just wish that the RAW option was available for all the cameras photo image options.
There are many choices on the market for small action cams, but I think that GoPro has established a good reputation for building quality products and addressing issues they discover with their previous versions.
My Best Buy number: 0087037715
My Best Buy number: 0087037715
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Capture your adventures in 4K ultra HD-quality with this 360fly 4K camera. The time-lapse and first person POV modes let you customize your recording experience, and the durable design resists water, shock and dust for rugged durability. Featuring 360-degree recording capabilities, this 360fly 4K camera captures every facet of the world around you.
 
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Pretty good 360 action cam
on February 25, 2017
Posted by: JKautz
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I’m just starting to get into the 360 degree cameras and did a bit of research on all the various products on the market right now. From that research, I decided to go with the 360fly. One of the main reasons I bought this camera is that it is very simple to setup and capture 360 degree photos and videos. The 360fly Director application that you download from the 360fly website does all the work for you and no additional applications are required.
As of yet, I have no complaints about the camera. The quality for a 360 degree images are good, with some degradation along the bottom of the images. Yes, along the bottom of the images. The 360fly is really not a true 360 degree camera in all directions. You can see 360 degree around the image, but there is dead space at the bottom side of the camera, giving you about a 270 or so degree view angle. For the most part, the images are good and there is no distortion where other 360 cameras must stitch together their two images.
I am taking this camera with me on a couple of trips I have scheduled in the next couple of months and can test out the battery life and actual record time for 360 video capture.
My Best Buy number: 0087037715
My Best Buy number: 0087037715
I would recommend this to a friend!
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