Who Buys A Sony A390 In 2019? I Do, Because I'm Insane

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  • @sputumtube
    @sputumtube Рік тому +8

    I've had a Sony Alpha 350 for years. I've covered weddings, portraits, proms, family shoots and all sorts. It still works great and I earned a living from it for a while. I've still got it too. It's easy to use and the Sony software that comes with it also works just fine (on Windows XP.. Lol). Cheap as chips to buy now as well. Why pay more?

  • @MarinusVesseur
    @MarinusVesseur 4 роки тому +11

    Had an A550 for years. Good times and happy memories. So exciting to learn the essentials of digital photography. Any DSLR after 2010 is good enough for that.

  • @ControlTouchMaster
    @ControlTouchMaster 3 роки тому +9

    I bought a Sony a390 when it first came out. It's 2021 and I still have it and it still works great.

    • @Brick_dont_hit_back
      @Brick_dont_hit_back 2 роки тому +1

      Same i just shut famyli fotos in a park with my a390 in 2021 and they come out great

  • @SkylerKing
    @SkylerKing 5 років тому +9

    My first "real" camera was a Sony A55, which was released in August of 2010. Honestly, it was a great little camera. It had GPS, Phase Detect AF, shot 10fps in burst mode, shot 1080p30 video (which still used phase detect AF), it also had IBIS, as well as a fully articulating 3" screen that actually flipped and articulated down rather than to the side. It was definitely way ahead of its time. Even being my first camera and not knowing how to use it to its potential, I look back at the photos I took and am still pleased with the results.
    Sometimes, old tech is still great tech.

    • @aprogress2374
      @aprogress2374 2 роки тому

      What? A55 still can use its PDAF when it shoot video? For real?

    • @fatihyasinsonduren
      @fatihyasinsonduren Рік тому

      i want to buy a55 can you recommend for me

    • @dakotadriggers8838
      @dakotadriggers8838 Рік тому

      ​@@aprogress2374I believe sony cameras used a semi translucent lens or something like that for a while? So you could still use pdaf while using live view and shooting video

  • @SMGJohn
    @SMGJohn 2 роки тому +6

    A390 is the last large CCD sensor camera ever made if I am correct, so that makes this camera a very interesting curiosity to say the least.

    • @Animaduniversum
      @Animaduniversum Рік тому +2

      Leica is CCD full frame

    • @SMGJohn
      @SMGJohn Рік тому

      @@Animaduniversum
      Leica M9, but they have peeling issues on their Kodak CCD's, the Sony uses a Japanese CCD designed in less than 6 months, also the price difference is no brainer.
      If you want larger, most medium formats before 2016 used CCD's

  • @leoziche6955
    @leoziche6955 3 роки тому +11

    I have the Camera in 2020 because I got it from my perants and i'm happy with it

    • @ZeroUs30
      @ZeroUs30 3 роки тому

      Same, though I’m thinking of upgrading

    • @tahsinahmed853
      @tahsinahmed853 3 роки тому

      Same here🤟

  • @MrBazReviews
    @MrBazReviews 5 років тому +5

    I have quite an extensive collection of Minolta AF lenses, I did reviews on many of them - they hold up well mostly even on modern cameras
    A mount is the unsung bargain of the camera world - lot of good lenses out there!

  • @stephenhumphrey7935
    @stephenhumphrey7935 2 роки тому +3

    Good video. But if you want an AMAZING cheap Sony camera, then the Alpha A57 is the boss. 16 mp Cmos, 12 FPS, tilling screen with 921k dots. And awesome low light performance. I've had mine for about 7 years now and love it, it even matches full frame at low ISO.

  • @akanbilincoln3891
    @akanbilincoln3891 5 років тому +8

    Technology is in circle, but most especially, Sony has been producing better sensor.
    You won't believe me that I'm still using my Sony a500 for professional job like wedding and some other events.

    • @michaelbell75
      @michaelbell75 3 місяці тому

      Ive used my a300 for professional shoots. Clients love the look. I do fashion and portraits so I dont need blazing fast AF, 30fps bursts etc...

  • @northof-62
    @northof-62 4 роки тому +4

    Got one too, 2020, because of it being one of the last CCD cameras. Love it. As a starting lens I bought the Tamron 18-270 for the time being. Planning to get some Minolta lenses as well. Easy camera to learn. Nice BW images. Glad to see other photographers having the same idea.

    • @dowhatyouwill
      @dowhatyouwill 4 роки тому

      Why is CCD important to you?

    • @northof-62
      @northof-62 3 роки тому +1

      @@dowhatyouwill More film-like in my opinion. Nostalgic feel. It's just the look that's different to the CMOS images that I like. Choosing digital cameras is like choosing film in the old days. Fujfilm's X-trans also produce very nice BWs.

  • @UnderexposedwithAlastairBird
    @UnderexposedwithAlastairBird 4 роки тому +3

    I still recall my appreciation for my Nikon D200. That was a 10mp Sony CCD too. -JD

  • @jaysunedword
    @jaysunedword 2 роки тому +1

    I've had this for a while and took it out yesterday. Still works. Still Enjoying it. Yes its a little clunky and not as fast, but I've taken tons of great pictures with it.

  • @gastonmannlicher8077
    @gastonmannlicher8077 3 роки тому +5

    The Beercan is my favorite lens of all time.

    • @lindamcd1217
      @lindamcd1217 3 роки тому

      Me too! Did graduation pictures today with it!

  • @dezinedude1417
    @dezinedude1417 10 місяців тому

    I must be crazier because I just bought a 6000 shutter count A390 body in 2023 to utilize all my Minota AF & Tamrom lenses I'm using on my A850. It's not as weather proof as the full frame but with 2 memory cards and lens stabilization, I'm thrilled. Now the 50 mm becomes a great portrait lens especially with the CCD sensor.

  • @timskinnercanada
    @timskinnercanada 5 років тому +3

    Fun review. :) I bought that exact same camera with the kit lens recently on eBay for two bucks. I really liked it too. Not a bad camera at all and such cheap glass. Of course I cleaned it up and sold it, but now I kind of wish I still had it.

  • @PaulSafford
    @PaulSafford Рік тому +1

    LOL, "...what kind of crappy camera can I get today..." Love that line!

  • @Sertao2013
    @Sertao2013 4 роки тому +1

    It is a little weather sealed . The body has built in weather seals and a red seal for the lens that you can see when you take the lens off .

  • @lindamcd1217
    @lindamcd1217 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the trip down memory lane! Still shooting with my a900. Love my Minolta a9 (Maxxum 9) I have the a100, the a300 and the a850. Sold my a700, which I adored! I'm a Minolta girl. Got to love that beercan! I am going to get my a100 out tomorrow and shoot some b&w!

  • @victorbougie5059
    @victorbougie5059 2 роки тому +1

    We are in 2021 and i use a sony a330 wich was released about 12 years ago😬 still takes AWESOME pics

  • @carrysparelens8498
    @carrysparelens8498 4 роки тому +2

    I just bought one with the SAM 18-55mm, a bunch of batts + charger and with sub-2,000 clicks. I have over a dozen classic, power zoom and xi lenses (50mm to Big Beer Can) and wanted a digital body. I still shoot my Maxxum bodies as well. Thanks for the great vid'!

  • @arasagulo1254
    @arasagulo1254 Рік тому +1

    I had a question im a noob when it comes to camera and i just bought an a380😅don’t judge me it’s my first time

  • @lcole7501
    @lcole7501 4 роки тому +2

    I still have my a390 with SAL1855 Alpha 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 Zoom Len AND SAL55200/2 DT 55-200mm f/4-5.6

  • @johnanthonycolley3803
    @johnanthonycolley3803 Рік тому +1

    it's now 2023, still regularly shooting with my Sony Alpha trio of bodies ( A100, A65, A900 ) 😊
    In no hurry to change anytime
    ps ( I don't own the Bearcan F4 ) LoL

    • @johnanthonycolley3803
      @johnanthonycolley3803 Рік тому

      ps, the A900 can identify when you attach a apsc lens
      when I need it's fast, near silent focusing ability
      I borrow my Sony DT 16-55 SSM (apsc) lens for use on the A900.
      ( allow the A900 is a " Full Frame " it has the ability to use apsc/crop sensor lens.
      There is an inbuilt menu option from which you can select whether you want the camera to switch to apsc mode or remain in full frame, however if you do decide to switch to apsc mode, it now shoots as 12Mp ( not 24 )
      If you remain in full frame mode, depending on the lens focal length and aperture expect varying degrees of vinetting ) !

  • @brain.in.a.body.
    @brain.in.a.body. 11 місяців тому

    Well I just bought one in 2023, does that make me even crazier.
    For the same reason. I have been shooting with a maxxum 5 and have all these sweet, sweet minolta a mount lenses. Have a good one 👍

  • @jerryrichards8172
    @jerryrichards8172 Рік тому

    I just jumped over from B&H looking for a camera for my little granddaughter to use that takes a minolta A-mounts and you was on my load page.
    It may be the camera I need for her.

  • @nerwin
    @nerwin 5 років тому

    Years ago before I was shooting digital, I had a Minolta Maxxum film SLR with a few lenses. I should have bought a Sony DSLR at the time to make use of those lenses but I ended up switching to Nikon anyways. I didn't even think about those Minolta lenses working on those early Sony DSLRs. Great video Scott. Just one little thing about the video, watch your audio levels for the music, I thought I was going to blow my speakers lol. Scared me hahaha but otherwise looks awesome. I use Resolve too, but I'm not very good at it. It's very powerful but very confusing to use too.

  • @cindyjostevens7403
    @cindyjostevens7403 2 роки тому

    I have this camera too. I bought it used. Its been amazing and I was using it daily! There's a problem with it now, I think maybe the shutter motor. So for several years I've been heartbroken, can't find anyone to work on it, don't want to send it all the way to Sony in Japan. I'm thinking now trying to maybe sell it for parts.... and don't know of an affordable camera to replace it with. 😞

  • @FeliciaLindblom1337
    @FeliciaLindblom1337 3 роки тому +2

    It's 2021 and I'm still using this camera

  • @anonpunk1759
    @anonpunk1759 3 роки тому +1

    So, this might seem like a weird comment in 2021, but I'm poor and the best camera I have right now is a Fujifilm Finepix S1000fd so like, I'm thinking of upgrading to one of these since I found one that's sort of in my price range, but is still expensive compared to the things I usually buy. I'll be going on a remote wilderness trip next year, and am at least looking for an upgrade I can afford before I head out there. I found one of these I *could* afford though it might be a slight burden.
    What I'm trying to ask is this: I haven't got any old lenses kicking around, but there's a chance some might end up in my local thrift shops, as that has happened before. Should I take a bargain on this which might be a clear upgrade and find additional lenses, or might it be better to find a fixed-lens camera from the same era and maybe get a higher quality out of it? I'd usually go for the multi-lens option, but considering how cheap the fixed-lens options are from this time, I'm doubting myself a little bit.
    Any advice is greatly appreciated, thank you if you read this!

  • @dumkopf
    @dumkopf 5 років тому

    I know you didn't go over it, but that proprietary shoe mount was a pain too. Fun review. I don't recall loving my A300's colors, but I was a non analog shooting hipster back then. 🤣
    I kinda wish I was an analog shooter back then. All this analog equipment would have bottomed out in process. Damn.
    And yes, your definitely crazy, but I have 15, 30, and 50 year old cameras, so you're in good company. A couple of them are analog though.

  • @KingBueno619
    @KingBueno619 Рік тому +1

    2022 here, finally got mines

  • @petepictures
    @petepictures Рік тому

    Cool, I like and shoot many CCD cameras too, the screen behind you was destructive

  • @LS-ve1rh
    @LS-ve1rh 4 роки тому +9

    When I can get a A390 for 30.00 I'll buy one and I did Very happy with it

  • @robertgarbacz3904
    @robertgarbacz3904 5 років тому +2

    A390 was my first sony ever and now in 2019 using sony a58 lo.

    • @robertgarbacz3904
      @robertgarbacz3904 5 років тому

      But i have shot almost everything so far minus Hassleblad

  • @unbroken1010
    @unbroken1010 4 роки тому

    I could grab it under 200 today I would still mess around with it . Lots of old Minolta glass that was actually quite good I still use a ton of my Minolta on my Sony. The big issue is people trying to get ridiculous prices for older cameras. A year or two ago I think I got the a 55 in a 65 it really is a great camera even the filming is beautiful I also got an original I want to say it Sony r the first one with the weird LCD screen on it that thing is still capable of taking interesting pictures in black and white for sure I think it was from 95 or 98 and yes maybe I'll see you in the next video😀😀

  • @hmmmmmm3107
    @hmmmmmm3107 3 роки тому +1

    Hello I own Sony a390 with standard 18-50 lens. Is it worth to buy few used lenses for cheap? Or is it better to save up and buy new body and lenses?

    • @Scott_Graham
      @Scott_Graham  3 роки тому +2

      Better lenses will make a bigger difference.

  • @83alpinab9
    @83alpinab9 3 роки тому

    It has image stabilization built into the body. Very uncommon during the time period, most were built into the lens at the time.

  • @sunnymas2656
    @sunnymas2656 7 місяців тому

    It is also great today.
    But i found and bought a sony a 65.
    Who is a bit better. With 24 MP.
    For 115 € with seven accus, charger. Standard lenses and camera porch.

  • @adibalkallas4823
    @adibalkallas4823 2 роки тому

    Many thanks for this video , please would you give me an advice ?
    I have this camera with the 18-55 kit and maximus 50 , and beer can one .
    And i need to record a video ,
    Choice 1 : buy a ninja monitor with this camera .
    Choice 2 : buy a decent camera that can record video around the same price of the monitor .
    Thanks in advance

  • @Noealz
    @Noealz 5 років тому

    No problem really, I think as long as the light is good pretty much any camera goes :)

  • @LEGOTROLL1
    @LEGOTROLL1 5 років тому

    heard ccd sensors cost more to produce than cmos sensors, i still occasionally use a pentax 100d and nikon d50. xP

  • @DarrylCarey
    @DarrylCarey 5 років тому

    Great video Scott, I may have to change the ending to my videos now!

  • @cano3d
    @cano3d 3 роки тому +1

    Actually I just tried that early this year, not knowing it was a thing. My brother had a reflex maxxus which I believe got broken and my dad owns that A390, but the beer can lens mounted on that A390 renders some beautiful macro photos. One silly question, if I use the HDMI output, can I get decent video? Or is it only to go through the photos? Those pictures I took, a wall and a bbq grill photos.app.goo.gl/Kybf6w8vfqgwGsgEA

  • @LunarGlow76
    @LunarGlow76 2 роки тому

    just bought the A390 down at cex for £170, very good camera for the price I payed

  • @duandamais981
    @duandamais981 4 місяці тому

    Scott, question. I got an a390 and the beercan lens. I noticed that when mounted the a390 shows f5.6 and not f4. Im assuming this is the same case with you as well because of the tech gap?
    Also, my left thumb mode selector wheel, i think, is broken. It won't select any mode other than M, Landscape, S, and Night, when positioned at different modes. Even then, the dial position and mode don't correspond to each other (M = Landscape, Auto = S). Have you heard anything about this and possible workaround?
    Thanks a lot!!!

    • @Scott_Graham
      @Scott_Graham  4 місяці тому +1

      I haven’t had either issue. My beer can shows f/4. I wonder if it’s related to the malfunctioning mode dial.

    • @duandamais981
      @duandamais981 4 місяці тому

      @@Scott_Graham hey thanks man. I've solved the f4 issue. Now just the mode dial. Apparently this issue is rampant among sony a mount bodies. Im one the unlucky ones.

  • @jasondonavich2758
    @jasondonavich2758 4 роки тому

    Do you know of a shutter release for this camera?? I need something more intuitive than just the IR button remote :/

  • @imnguyen6658
    @imnguyen6658 5 років тому +1

    Oddly, I was just searching for an a390 last night because I’m a fan of the ccd sensors. Came to your channel for info on the Fuji XA series. Have you tried the Fuji S5pro?

    • @Scott_Graham
      @Scott_Graham  5 років тому

      No I’ve never tried an S5 Pro. Maybe I should 🤔

    • @MrButtons252
      @MrButtons252 4 роки тому

      I had an S5 Pro. expose for shadows, recover the highlights. It was a nice camera, but i came here because there was something magical about my CCD cameras at iso 100. Now shopping for an A350-a390

    • @imnguyen6658
      @imnguyen6658 4 роки тому

      David Tiffany
      The s5pro also has a CCD sensor, so I’m not sure if the a390 has anything over the Fuji other than higher megapixel count and perhaps cheaper used prices.

    • @MrButtons252
      @MrButtons252 4 роки тому

      @@imnguyen6658 Oh yeah, but doesnt it have dual 6mp sensors? I had one briefly and got a few good shots with it -- but i never compared it apples to apples against my pentax K10d or my Sony A100. All i know is that at iso 100 in good light the 10mp CCD just blows me away. Even more then my latest Sony A7R2 with 28-75mm Tamron F2.8 (i blame the lens here though)

    • @imnguyen6658
      @imnguyen6658 4 роки тому

      David Tiffany
      I read that the S5 is effectively 8mpx, but who’s counting right? I can’t confirm or deny that cameras with CCDs are better because there are other factors that contribute to the overall image such as sensor, CFA’s, and the photographer’s skill, but in my amateurish experience the images that I was able to capture with the S5 has the best skin tones out of all the numerous cameras used in the past 13yrs. I am trying hard from buying another camera such as an A390 to compare against the S5 and you’re not helping in the least bit. 😂

  • @DavidRivera-wr4up
    @DavidRivera-wr4up Рік тому

    Haha You said "woodwork" 😉😁 no seriously. Good and honest review. Would you recommend it as a first camera for someone starting taking photos?

  • @tomislavmiletic_
    @tomislavmiletic_ 5 років тому

    I still own a Canon 20D from 2005, so you are not the only one in that insanity...

  • @aarongarcia1601
    @aarongarcia1601 4 роки тому

    I don't have a lot of money and I found this camera at 113.72, was it a good choice?

  • @peasantrobot
    @peasantrobot 5 років тому

    Excellent video quality!

  • @PlumpVis
    @PlumpVis 3 роки тому

    Hi Scott, did you happen to try to set it up as a webcam? Wouldn't mind some pointers if you did

    • @Scott_Graham
      @Scott_Graham  3 роки тому

      This particular model doesn’t shoot video.

  • @MrButtons252
    @MrButtons252 3 роки тому

    I have a Fuji X-H1 / Canon 5DS but i still fully believe there is something special about CCD at iso 100. Ive owned a K10D and two sony A100s. Is this the best/newest CCD you can get outside of a 645D?

    • @Scott_Graham
      @Scott_Graham  3 роки тому

      I think the Leica M9 is the “newest” ccd sensor.

  • @NickInFocus
    @NickInFocus 3 роки тому

    Been curious about this camera. If you switch the lens into manual focus, do the focus marks on the LCD go away?

  • @mantil
    @mantil 4 роки тому

    i have a 290 but i get an error message.. help

  • @Dt3kno
    @Dt3kno 2 роки тому

    Maybe you can help me, I have a old Sony a380 and I was wondering: which specific type of lens can I buy for the Sony a380?

    • @Scott_Graham
      @Scott_Graham  2 роки тому

      Sony A mount or Minolta AF mount lenses will work.

  • @81Country
    @81Country 3 роки тому

    Thank you bro 😊

  • @fangangel4019
    @fangangel4019 2 роки тому

    My Dad gifted me a A330 DSLR a few years back and this semester I am taking a photography class for College. Do you think this camera will cut it even if made back in 2009 or would you recommend looking into a newer camera?

    • @Scott_Graham
      @Scott_Graham  2 роки тому +1

      I’d say start the class with what you have before you invest in something you may not need.

    • @fangangel4019
      @fangangel4019 2 роки тому

      @@Scott_Graham That is true, the class only required that the camera be a dslr or mirrorless camera and it fulfills that role. Although I don't know if they expected me to roll in with a 13 year old camera! Thanks for the lightning fast reply by the way! I only really asked partially about pursuing a new camera because I already had an interest in buying a mirrorless camera for video streaming. Is there a good "budget" one that you might recommend?

    • @Scott_Graham
      @Scott_Graham  2 роки тому

      @@fangangel4019 if you can find a good used Canon M5 or M50 they’re great cameras for video.

  • @ariya3451
    @ariya3451 2 роки тому

    and i'm still using it 🥳

  • @hamzatahir4289
    @hamzatahir4289 2 роки тому

    What was the name of the lenses that fit on this ? Im insane im getting one next month

    • @Scott_Graham
      @Scott_Graham  2 роки тому

      Any Minolta or Sony A mount lens will work.

  • @cuttervoxelofficial.871
    @cuttervoxelofficial.871 Рік тому

    Hey should I rather buy the Nikon D60 or a Sony alpha 290?

    • @michaelbell75
      @michaelbell75 3 місяці тому +1

      The Minolta lenses are dirt cheap, so I would go Sony for that reason. I got a 50 f/1.7 a 28 f/2.8 a 35-70 f/4 and the 70-210 f/4 "beer can" lens mentioned here, all for $120. Cant beat the price.

  • @kyle5568
    @kyle5568 4 роки тому

    Song used in video?

  • @nemesis5694
    @nemesis5694 3 роки тому

    Very good video. Thank you 🙂

  • @antoniofagarto2033
    @antoniofagarto2033 4 роки тому +2

    Well... This is going to be my first DSLR ever so I guess I'm insane too, lol

    • @akien3444
      @akien3444 4 роки тому +2

      Just got one today!

    • @kiwifit620
      @kiwifit620 2 роки тому

      Is it good for beginners? I found one second hand for 99 dollars but I have no idea if it's worth it. It's one of the cheapest cameras I can find, everything else is over my budget

  • @anthonyptak8650
    @anthonyptak8650 8 місяців тому

    The A290 though was even better

    • @Scott_Graham
      @Scott_Graham  8 місяців тому +1

      Anthony NO! Now I’m going to have to look for one on eBay what have you done 😂

  • @Gutaha
    @Gutaha 2 роки тому

    song name pls

  • @bigj3127
    @bigj3127 2 роки тому

    Do you still have this ? I just bought one.

  • @skrimzon4254
    @skrimzon4254 2 роки тому

    Song?

  • @melvinrabbers3848
    @melvinrabbers3848 2 роки тому

    Have a Sony-alpha-A100 fisttype N50, Battery life 700pics all day long!! wow

  • @joachimlindback
    @joachimlindback 6 місяців тому

    People were even more insane in 2010

  • @policeluber6720
    @policeluber6720 Рік тому

    Becaise it jas a ccd sensor

  • @Brick_dont_hit_back
    @Brick_dont_hit_back 2 роки тому

    I bought this camra in 2010 im still using it

  • @dedclownsRfunny
    @dedclownsRfunny Рік тому

    I’ve now bought two secondhand alphas (a390 and I think the other is a200) and neither of them work!
    Is there an issue with some of these?

  • @rosasdacosta
    @rosasdacosta 3 роки тому

    Thanks for the video. not irrelevant

  • @fatihyasinsonduren
    @fatihyasinsonduren Рік тому

    can i use emount lenses to amound dslr?

  • @413TomaccoRoad
    @413TomaccoRoad 8 місяців тому

    105 -300 effective for the 70-200.

    • @michaelbell75
      @michaelbell75 3 місяці тому

      Yep, and the 70-210 lens here is 105-315

  • @lunarneos
    @lunarneos 2 роки тому

    Can you use it as a webcam?

  • @altervoid3235
    @altervoid3235 4 роки тому

    im using this as my beginner camera

  • @HappyGirlMantra
    @HappyGirlMantra 3 роки тому

    I was just given a a330 sometimes you have to be crazy.

  • @d.kphotographie1362
    @d.kphotographie1362 3 місяці тому +1

    2024 sony à 390

  • @zulu6ix290
    @zulu6ix290 2 роки тому

    Watch guy?

    • @Scott_Graham
      @Scott_Graham  2 роки тому +1

      I had to go back and look to see why you asked and there's a Just One More Watch video on my laptop in the background 🤣. So yes, watch guy!

  • @babbu446637
    @babbu446637 4 роки тому

    I got one. just now! for $65.

  • @ChabiDiaz
    @ChabiDiaz 4 роки тому

    i have that is the best

  • @spontaneous09
    @spontaneous09 4 роки тому

    Kept getting distracted by the video on the laptop