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Thomas Kuhn: A Philosophical History for Our Times
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Fuller, Steve, PUBLISHER: University of Chicago Press, Thomas Kuhn's "The Structure of Scientific Revolutions" is one of the best known and most influential books of the twentieth century. Whether they adore or revile him, critics and fans alike have tended to agree on one thing: Kuhn's ideas were revolutionary. But were they? Steve Fuller argues that Kuhn actually held a profoundly conservative view of science and how one ought to study its history. Early on, Kuhn came under the influence of Harvard President James Bryant Conant (to whom "Structure" is dedicated), who had developed an educational program intended to help deflect Cold War unease over science's uncertain future by focusing on its illustrious past. Fuller argues that this rhetoric made its way into "Structure," which Fuller sees as preserving and reinforcing the old view that science really is just a steady accumulation of truths about the world (once "paradigm shifts" are resolved). Fuller suggests that Kuhn, deliberately or not, shared the tendency in Western culture to conceal possible negative effects of new knowledge from the general public. Because it insists on a difference between a history of science for scientists and one suited to historians, Fuller charges that "Structure" created the awkward divide that has led directly to the "Science Wars" and has stifled much innovative research. In conclusion, Fuller offers a way forward that rejects Kuhn's fixation on paradigms in favor of a conception of science as a social movement designed to empower society's traditionally disenfranchised elements. Certain to be controversial, "Thomas Kuhn" must be read by anyone who has adopted, challenged, or otherwise engaged with "The Structure of ScientificRevolutions." "Structure will never look quite the same again after Fuller. In that sense, he has achieved one of the main aims of his ambitious and impressively executed project."--Jon Turney, "Times Higher Education Supplement" "Philosophies like Kuhn's narrow the possible futures of inquiry by politically methodizing and taming them. More republican philosophies will leave the future open. Mr. Fuller has amply succeeded in his program of distinguishing the one from the other."--William R. Everdell, "Washington Times" Acquista Ora
Metabones adattatore da Nikon G a Sony E-mount
Ips: Before mounting your lens to the adaptor, please make sure that the f-stop of aperture ring on the adaptor is turned to "7" (i.e. mounting your lens to the adaptor while only the aperture ring in the adaptor is full closed.). The tripod foot is Detachable and compatible with Arca Swiss, Markins, Photo cam ball head Why Metabones? Since its inception, Metabones has been designing and manufacturing lens adapters recognized among professionals and enthusiasts as leaders in design and workmanship. Contrary to the popular trend of other factories using an aluminum ring painted black on the camera-body-side, we instead take no short-cut but use precision-machined brass with chromium plating on both the camera-body and the lens sides of our adapters, in order to ensure smooth mounting, great appearance, and durability. The lens side of the adapter features a strong leaf-spring structure, strengthening the adapter-lens connection and ensuring tightness of the lens in order to reduce wear and prevent focus errors and optical alignment issues from appearing. Metabones uses matte-black treatment to keep internal reflection to a minimum in order to maintain the maximum optical quality possible with the lens. All Metabones Adapters follow this tradition of uncompromising precision, robust build quality and outstanding finish. Our new Smart AdapterTM series of products add industry-leading electronic interfacing technology from Canada, with true electronic control of the lens', aperture directly from the camera body. Features Both camera-side and lens-side of the adapter are made of brass, precision-machined and plated with chromium. Satin surface finish - just like your OEM lens and camera mounts. Precise fit and solid connection - lens has no play, gap or wiggling when mounted on adapter and no adjustments are required to fit your lens. Designed to reach infinity focus while maintaining the correct registration distance required to maintain optical quality of CRC lenses or lenses with floating elements. Our Smart AdapterTM series adapters have the following additional features True electronic integration of aperture diaphragm - let camera automatically choose aperture in P or S exposure modes, or dial in yourself on the camera body in A or M modes. EXIF data such as lens identification, focal length and aperture.
Metabones adattatore da Nikon G a micro Quattro terzi 4/3
Tips: Before mounting your lens to the adaptor, please make sure that the f-stop of aperture ring on the adaptor is turned to "7" (i.e. mounting your lens to the adaptor while only the aperture ring in the adaptor is full closed.). The tripod foot is Detachable and compatible with Arca Swiss, Markins, Photo cam ball head Why Metabones? Since its inception, Metabones has been designing and manufacturing lens adapters recognized among professionals and enthusiasts as leaders in design and workmanship. Contrary to the popular trend of other factories using an aluminum ring painted black on the camera-body-side, we instead take no short-cut but use precision-machined brass with chromium plating on both the camera-body and the lens sides of our adapters, in order to ensure smooth mounting, great appearance, and durability. The lens side of the adapter features a strong leaf-spring structure, strengthening the adapter-lens connection and ensuring tightness of the lens in order to reduce wear and prevent focus errors and optical alignment issues from appearing. Metabones uses matte-black treatment to keep internal reflection to a minimum in order to maintain the maximum optical quality possible with the lens. All Metabones Adapters follow this tradition of uncompromising precision, robust build quality and outstanding finish. Our new Smart AdapterTM series of products add industry-leading electronic interfacing technology from Canada, with true electronic control of the lens', aperture directly from the camera body. Features Both camera-side and lens-side of the adapter are made of brass, precision-machined and plated with chromium. Satin surface finish - just like your OEM lens and camera mounts. Precise fit and solid connection - lens has no play, gap or wiggling when mounted on adapter and no adjustments are required to fit your lens. Designed to reach infinity focus while maintaining the correct registration distance required to maintain optical quality of CRC lenses or lenses with floating elements. Our Smart AdapterTM series adapters have the following additional features True electronic integration of aperture diaphragm - let camera automatically choose aperture in P or S exposure modes, or dial in yourself on the camera body in A or M modes. EXIF data such as lens identification, focal length and aperture.
Vinili dance anni 90 come nuovi
Vendo i seguenti vinili,spedisco in tutta italia: vengaboys - boom boom boom EURO 4 club house feat carl - nowhere land (La storia infinita) EURO 2 phats and small - turn around EURO 5 phats and small - turn around EURO 5 molella e phil jay -with this ring let me go EURO 2 britney spears - baby one more time EURO 6 bamboo - bamboogie EURO 2 supercar - tonite EURO 2 madonna - frozen EURO 5 thalia - amor a la mexicana EURO 3 ken - laura non c'e' (dance mixes) EURO 2 da club - labyrinth EURO 3 lou bega - mambo number five EURO 4 taleesa - burning up EURO 4 miss jane - it's a fine day EURO 3 paradisio - bandolero EURO 3 radio deejay for christmas - song for you EURO 2 black 4 white - So I love you baby EURO 20 nell - better life EURO 20 bass bumpers - good fun EURO 2 cyb - sixtrax EURO 9 me & my - baby boy EURO 3 big fun - can't shake the feeling EURO 2 the presence - wanna be the one EURO 3 jeanduia - alleluja EURO 20 jaydee - plastic dreams EURO 15 winx - don't laugh EURO 5 pamela prati - que te la pongo EURO 15 anna falchi - pium paum (vipula vapula) EURO 10 transitive elements - volume 2 (UMM) EURO 25 kike boy + demolition - basic EURO 3 spice girls - spice up your life (doppio vinile) EURO 4 photo feat elena becker - don't give up EURO 15 valencia no existe - feel your loving EURO 15 valencia no existe - feel your loving EURO 15 mario piu' - elixir / dedicated EURO 4 z100 - testa don't stop EURO 4 a trible called quest - Bonita Applebum / Mr. Muhammad (Special U.K. Remixes limited edition) EURO 6 opera prima - opera prima (starring dj's symphony) EURO 5 optical phase - tranvision EURO 5 dynamic base - make me wonder EURO 6 L.U.P.O. - hell or heaven EURO 5 queen - you don't foll me EURO - alarma EURO 4 simply red - fairground (the remixes) EURO 5 simply red - angel EURO 5 dr. alban - let the beat go on EURO 5 D.J.J. - making again EURO 7 le marrant - voulez vous un rendez vous EURO 10 t.n.t. - I kill love EURO 6 raf - il battito animale remix EURO 4
Accelerated Silverlight 3
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Ghoda, Ashish / Scanlon, Jeff, PUBLISHER: Apress, Accelerated Silverlight 3 teaches you how to get up to speed with the latest version of Silverlight quickly and efficiently. The book assumes you're already comfortable with the basics of.NET coding and with WPF and builds on your existing knowledge to make your journey to Silverlight 3 proficiency as quick and painless as possible. Where coding techniques are similar to other, more established, areas of.NET, the text says so. Likewise, where there's a syntax or conceptual "gotcha" that you're existing coding habits will walk you into, the text points that out, too. This book provides you with fast-track coverage of all the most important elements of the Silverlight 3 technology ranging from XAML to standard controls, from dealing with media to networking, from testing to deployment. It concludes with a pair of fully worked sample applications for you to follow through, because nothing reinforces your understanding of how concepts fit together as much as looking at finished code. It is assumed that readers are already be comfortable with the workings of the.NET Framework. Knowledge of Expression Blend is useful, but not mandatory: you'll learn the Blend techniques that you need to know as you go through the book. By the end, you will have followed a sound, concise, path to mastery of Silverlight 3. What you'll learn Migrate your existing.NET skills to Silverlight 3 as quickly as possible Learn everything you need to know to start developing quality Silverlight 3 applications with confidence Explore worked case studies showing techniques and best practices in a code-heavy style that you can relate to Who is this book for? This book is for.NET developers, whether they are previewing.NET 4.0, already using.NET 3.5, or are in the process of migrating up from.NET 2.0. The aim is to ease people's migration paths as much as possible, so the text includes notes to highlight important features of.NET 3.5 and 4.0 that people need to be aware of and also to highlight where Silverlight's working and syntax differs substantially from that of WPF. About the Apress Accelerated Series The fastest path to mastery, with a rapid tutorial covering best industry practices and a permanent reference you'll keep by your desk.
Moral Courage
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Kidder, Rushworth M., PUBLISHER: William Morrow & Company, Why did a group of teenagers watch a friend die instead of putting their own reputations at risk? Why did a top White House official decide to come clean and accept a prison sentence during Watergate? Why did a finance executive turn down millions out of respect for her employer? Why are some willing to risk their futures to uphold principles? What gives us the strength to stand up for what we believe? As these questions suggest, the topic of moral courage is front and center in today's culture. Enron, Arthur Andersen, the U.S. Olympic Committee, abusive priests, cheating students, domestic violence -- all these remind us that taking ethical stands should be a higher priority in our culture. Why, when people discern wrongdoing, are they sometimes unready, unable, or unwilling to act? In a book rich with examples, Rushworth Kidder reveals that moral courage is the bridge between talking ethics and doing ethics. Defining it as a readiness to endure danger for the sake of principle, he explains that the courage to act is found at the intersection of three elements: action based on core values, awareness of the risks, and a willingness to endure necessary hardship. By exploring how moral courage spurs us to strive for core values, he demonstrates the benefits of ethical action to the individual and to society -- and the severe consequences that can result from remaining morally dormant. Moral Courage puts indispensable concepts and tools into our hands, equipping us to respond to the increasingly complicated moral challenges we face at work, at home, and in our communities. It enables us to make clear, confident decisions by exploring some litmus-test questions: Is the benefitworth the risk? Am I motivated by my desire to uphold my beliefs or just to impose them on others? Will my actions create collateral damage among those with no stake in the outcome? While physical courage may no longer be a necessary survival skill or an essential rite of passage out of childhood, few would dispute the growing need for moral courage as the true gauge of maturity. Treating this subject not as an esoteric branch of philosophy but as a practical necessity for modern life, Kidder deftly leads us to a clear understanding of what moral courage is, what it does, and how to get it.
Obiettivo Samyang 500mm MC IF f/6.3 Mirror con adattatore T2
Samyang500mm MC IF f/6,3 Mirror is an incredible reflex obejct lensconstructed especially to extreme zoomings. Its perfect forphotographing nature, astrophotography, spy photography and everywhere,where a large zooming is really necessary. It provides also a relativelybright light as for a reflex type object lens with the focal length of500mm.The construction of the object lens is really scrupulous, made of highclass materials. Each lens was made of optic glass on whichanti-reflection coutings ensuring hight light transmission were put on.The enclosure was made of durable metal and coloured with black andwhite, which provides attractive looks. Important here is the T2universal mount which allows mounting it to all reflex type camerasafter using an appriopriate T2 adapter. In the set together with theobject lens we can find a practical case to transport and maintain ourcamera and T2 adapter to the chosen system.What is more, one can buy dedicated coverter x2 thanks to which ourcamera will acquire the focal length of mm. Worth mentioning is thefact that while using object lenses with APS-C cameras the focal lengthshould be additionaly multiplicated by 1,5x so it will be 750mm andafter the use of the converter 750mm using tings werit will be mm.Manufacturer...Samyang OpticsModelSamyang 500 mm MC IF f/6,3 MirrorLens styleTeleFocal length500 mmMaximum aperturef/6,3Angle of view5 Minimum focusing distanceod2 mMinimum aperturef/6,3Number of diaphragm bladesN/AAuto focus typeMFLens Construction7 elements / 6 groupsFilter diameter34 mm (rear)Macro1:2,7Available mountsT2Dimensions mmWeight~705 g Adapter T2Thisadapter allows to mount lenses and other equipment with T2 type threadon cameras. Such a solution allows using the same lens in cameras ofvarious systems. All you need to do is to use the T2 adapter with anappropriate bayonet mount. Some lenses made by Samyang are fitted withthis kind of a mount. T2 type adapters made by Samyangare made of high-class aluminum. The thread has is manufactured in aprecise process and with attention to details, which facilitates lensadjustment to the desired optical axis. The bayonet mount is matchedprecisely to the cameras bayonet socket. Owing to this solution, thereis no risk of blocking the adapter. The rings thickness has beenprecisely determined to allow for easy focus in a full range lensoperation. The T2 Samyang adapters are compatible with the following systems: CanonNikon / FujiPentax / Samsung Olympus 4/3Sony / KMSony ESamsung NX
AMPLIFICATORE PER CUFFIE OPPO HA1 Black/Silver
The analog audio section of the HA-1 is a fully balanced design with an emphasis on keeping the audio signal in the analog domain once it leaves the DAC. The HA-1 is anchored by a hefty toroidal power transformer, and linear power regulators and filters with custom made capacitors ensure that the headphone amplifier has a clean power source with plenty of reserve energy. The fully balanced Class A power amplification section uses hand-picked and paired discrete components to ensure symmetry, and a motor-driven precision volume control knob allows for both manual and remote control volume adjustment while keeping the audio in a pure analog audio path. The HA-1 is especially suitable for high-resolution digital audio playback. Its digital inputs include coaxial, optical, balanced AES/EBU, and an asynchronous USB DAC. It is easy to connect the HA-1 to digital audio players or to a computer running the listenerâs favorite playback software. The USB DAC supports PCM audio up to 384 kHz 32-bit resolution and DSD audio up to 256x the CD sample rate. The same ESS Sabre32 Reference DAC and output driving stage used in OPPO audiophile Blu-ray players ensure extremely low noise and low distortion performance. The HA-1 is compatible with Appleâs iPod, iPhone and iPad for use as an external DAC, enabling the listener to directly tap into digital music played from these devices. For additional convenience, the Bluetooth audio transport with high quality aptX CODEC sets music free from your mobile phones with a performance boost. OPPO designs the HA-1 headphone amplifier with the same versatile approach as the Blu-ray players. The HA-1 is a high performance headphone amplifier, and it doubles as an asynchronous USB DAC, a stereo pre-amplifier, a digital audio dock for mobile devices, and a Bluetooth audio transport. Users have a choice of using the 4-pin balanced XLR or the traditional quarter-inch headphone jack. Line level analog inputs and outputs are provided with both RCA and balanced XLR sockets. The HA-1 sports a classic design with contemporary elements. It is a desktop component housed in an aluminum chassis, and the familiar volume and source selection knobs are complemented by a 4.3-inch color screen for easy operation. While music is playing, the screen can show a classic VU meter, a modern spectrum display, or detailed technical information about the audio signal. A supplied IR remote and a smartphone app provide complete control and convenience.
Natural Elements
ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Mason, Richard, PUBLISHER: Knopf Publishing Group, In his much celebrated debut novel, "The Drowning People," Richard Mason ("An Oxonian literary sensation" --"The" "New York" "Times Book Review") wrote with wisdom and mastery well beyond his twenty-one years--about love, betrayal, and revenge, and about the particular ritualized world of the English upper class. Now in his dazzling new novel Mason writes about mothers and daughters; aging and death; memory and longing; history and narrative; and about the high-stakes, full-tilt embrace of life. The setting is London. The time is the present. Mother and daughter are choosing an assisted-living facility and have come to The Albany, a late-nineteenth-century Victorian mansion, the flagship property of the TranquilAge(TM) chain of nursing homes. The mother, Joan--eighty years old, a gifted amateur pianist denied the pleasures of performance by arthritic hands--has recently been experiencing a rich inner world that she hides from her daughter, a world gained access through the (seemingly magic) pedals of her piano: a portal to adventure. She dreads the prospect of leaving her apartment, but her daughter has decided that she can no longer live on her own. The daughter, Eloise--forty-eight, a hedge fund manager, two decades in commodities--long ago rejected the possibilities of motherhood and has lived enviably free of responsibility. At her pressure-cooker job, Eloise has bought up $130 million (a quarter of the hedge fund's money) of osmium reserves--a transition metal--based on a casual remark by her former lover, a French metallurgist, a genius of sorts, with whom she lived and whom she almost married in Paris in the s. He's been working for years on the development of the compound, which will be tougher than diamonds for industrial use and is only months away from trials. If successful, it could more than double the value of the fund Eloise manages. While mother and daughter are on the trip-of-a-lifetime to the South African capital of the old Orange Free State, the city of Joan's girlhood, Eloise gets a frantic phone call. The price of osmium is in free fall; the fund is off-loading... Fighting panic with a coherent strategy, Eloise puts in motion a bold gamble that risks all--her future, the fund, her mother's well-being. As the stories of mother and daughter intersect, each in a race against time--Joan struggling to live in the present (she cannot believe her days will end in an institution); her daughter racing at breakneck speed toward the precipice of disaster--the novel rushes to its stunning conclusion.
#617cloucasa Villa
Aprilia- Fossignano LA PERFETTA RAPPRESENTAZIONE DEL CASALE di CAMPAGNA - CASA DI CAMPAGNA a sud di Roma, in provincia di Latina una splendida proprietĂ che racchiude in sĂŠ il sapore e le caratteristiche del casale di campagna. Fossignano, nei pressi del prossimo impianto termale di Santo Stefano, a pochi chilometri da Aprilia ed Ardea, questa proprietà è la residenza ideale per chi desidera acquistare una grande e spaziosa casa di campagna, dove trascorrere piacevoli momenti di allegria in famiglia e con gli amici. Dotata di ben 4 camere da letto e di unâampia sala, incarna perfettamente lo stile del casale in campagna: elementi tipici come cotto antico, travi in legno e pianelle in terracotta, archi in mattoni di terracotta, risaltano in ogni angolo della casa. Accogliente lâampio soggiorno con il camino in granito, molto funzionale e spaziosa la cucina in muratura. Il tutto nasce da unâattenta ristrutturazione avvenuta meno di 10 anni fa. Uscendo restiamo colpiti dal rigoglioso e verde giardino, molto curato e ricco di piante da frutto e olive; qui, scorgiamo un vero angolo di paradiso: unâarea ideale sia per mangiare allâaperto che per trascorrere piacevoli momenti di relax. THE PERFECT REPRESENTATION OF THE COUNTRYSIDE OF CAMPAIGN - Country house in the south of Rome, in the province of Latina, a splendid property that embodies the taste and characteristics of the country house. Fossignano, near the next thermal plant of Santo Stefano, a few kilometers from Aprilia and Ardea, this property is the ideal residence for those who want to buy a large and spacious country house, where you can spend pleasant moments of joy in family and friends. Equipped with 4 bedrooms and a large room, it perfectly embodies the style of the farmhouse in the countryside: typical elements such as antique terracotta, wooden beams and terracotta tiles, arches in terracotta bricks, stand out in every corner of the house. Cozy living room with granite fireplace, very functional and spacious kitchen in masonry. All this comes from careful restructuring that took place less than 10 years ago. Coming out we are struck by the lush and green garden, very nice and full of fruit and olive trees; here, we can see a real corner of paradise: an ideal area both for outdoor dining and for relaxing moments. Se vuoi iniziare una chat con noi CLICK-TO-CHAT WHATSAPP Https: //api.whatsapp.com/send?phone= Cell N.B. I dati contenuti in queste pagine e nelle immagini sono indicative e non costituiscono presupposto contrattuale. Š Direttiva Casa S.r.l. P. IVA Per maggiori informazioni su questo immobile o per fissare un appuntamento contattare l'agenzia immobiliare di Aprilia (LT) ClouCasa in Via Giacomo Matteotti n 82 ai seguenti numeri . whatsapp 392.. Grazie da ClouCasa. Inserzionista: Cloucasa Aprilia
Casa vacanza con Giardino
Affitto: In localitĂ Baccu Mandara, Villa unifamiliare con giardino a gradoni di circa mq con fantastica vista verso la spiaggia di Geremeas. La Villa è composta da due appartamenti indipendenti ed è articolata su due livelli. Al piano terra un appartamento composto da ampio salone con camino e aria condizionata dotato di divano letto matrimoniale, angolo cottura, disimpegno, camera da letto matrimoniale e bagno con doccia. Al primo piano ampio salone con fantastiche vedute verso Geremeas e Torre delle Stelle, cucina, disimpegno, ampia camera matrimoniale, camera con due letti singoli e bagno con doccia. Nel gradone del giardino posto al livello del piano terra è presente un comodo gazebo ideale per godere del panorama e della tranquillitĂ che caratterizzano le vacanze a Baccu Mandara. Located in the Baccu Mandara area, this is an independent villa with a magnificent garden of square meters and a wonderful sea view. The villa is composed by two indipendent apartments: on the ground floor you will find the living room with air conditioning, fire place, a double sofa bed and kitchenette, double bedroom (with one double bed and one single bed) and bathroom with shower; on the final and second level you will find a large living room with ample terrace with a fantastic view towards torre delle stelle and Geremeas, kitchen, two twin bedrooms with single beds and a bathroom wth shower. The panorama and the serenity are two important elements of a holiday in Villa Mandara. In the patio at the ground floor there is a comfortable table with big ombrella where is a pleasure to have lunch and dinner. From villa Mandara you can reach the beautiful sandy beach in only 200 m and from its position you can reach the most beautiful localities of the area in at maximum 15 minutes by car. (rif: Villa Mandara Gereme) - mq: 130 - anno costruzione: - stato: Buono - piani totali: 2 - bagni: 2 - cucina: Abitabile - riscaldamento: Autonomo - giardino: Privato 800mq - balconi: 1 - terrazzi: 2 - SC Agenzia:Ladiri Telefono: Annuncio inserito da Pcase.it Animali accettati Si accettano animali. Aria condizionata Camere provviste di aria condizionata Ascensore Servizio ascenzore Asciugatrice Servizio asciugatrice a pagamento o gratuita interno Camino Lâimmobile è provvisto di camino Citofono Citofono Colazione Servizio di prima colazione Cucina Cucina disponibile per gli ospiti Deposito Per questo immobile è richiesto un deposito Eventi Lâimmobile è provvisto di attrezzature per ospitare eventi. Famiglie/ bambini Servizi per famiglie con bambini Fumatore Camere fumatori Internet Internet (wireless) Jacuzzi Jacuzzi Lavatrice Servizio di lavanderia a pagamento o gratuita interna Palestra Palestra gratuita per gli ospiti Parcheggio gratuito Parcheggio gratuito Piscina Immobile provvisto di piscina Riscaldamento Sistema di riscaldamento centralizzato Servizio disabili Servizi per disabili. Per richieste specifiche contattare la struttura. Servizio portineria Servizio facchinaggio Tv Servizio TV. Disponibile Non disponibile Data nel passato
Snowboard Nitro FATE 149 donna + attacchi BURTON STILETTO M
Nitro Fate Snowboard - L'edizione Nitro Fate Snowboard è nelle tue stelle per una stagione di prestazioni freeride incredibili. Con un potente, leggero Powercore in pioppo arricchito da laminati in vetroresina bi-assiale, la Nitro FATE ha un flex permissivo che fa tutto facendolo sembrare un gioco da ragazzi. E quando ci si butta giĂš per la montagna a rotta di collo, sarete grati a Nitro per il profilo della punta che aiuta ad assorbire ogni colpo che si prende, e mantenere il peso dell'oscillazione basso in modo da non spazzare via. La sciancratura progressiva della Nitro Fate vi aiuta a curvare morbide e accelerare forte, e vi fornisce una grande tenuta di spigolo su tutti i tipi di neve. Con un super-veloce, super-resistente FH Base e grafica rad-looking amore a prima corsa è il vostro destino con Nitro Fate Snowboard. Product Details Powercore - Tip-to-tail poplar wood provides strength with the perfect amount of board feel and flex. Optimal Matrix Laminates - Proven configuration of bi-axial fiberglass engineered for effortless turns and a forgiving flex. FH Base - The best elements of sintered and redline base material blended into one ultra fast base. Profile Tip - Tapered at the tips of the board to disperse energy and reduce swing weight. Progressive Sidecut - Smooth and easy turn initiation with powerful exit acceleration. Response Rating: 4 Specs Effective Edge (mm): mm Terrain: All-Mountain Ability Level: Intermediate-Advanced Rocker Type: Camber Core/Laminates: Wood Tip Width: 278mm Waist Width: 238mm Tail Width: 278mm Sidecut Radius: m Stance: in Burton Stiletto Snowboard Bindings - Women's Ogni componente del Burton Stiletto è stato costruito per abbracciare la gamba e il piede femminile. Dalla morbida e permissiva piastra di base, al nuovo spoiler ergonomicamente inclinato, alle cinghie e fibbie l'attacco Burton Stiletto è stato progettato con voi in mente. PerchĂŠ? PerchĂŠ è quando l'attacco si adatta bene che si raida meglio. Product Details Baseplate Lightweight, Bomb-Proof Polycarbonate baseplate is surfy and playful for laid-back, relaxed cruising. Straps The Stiletto features the Primostrap ankle strap and the Primo Capstrap for a padded, grip fit. Additional Features Dual-component Smooth Glide buckles have a buttery entry and exit, and unmatched strength. Highback BurtonââŹ(TM)s new Single-Component Canted Living Hinge and Carbon Frame highback features an ultra lightweight, ergonomic design that follows the natural contours of your left and right legs to maximize power and increase comfort. The Living Hinge eliminates excess hardware and weight and even allows you to adjust your forward lean independent of your highback rotation. Presenti normali segni dovuti all'usura ed alcune riparazioni eseguite presso negozio/laboratorio. Spedizione (25 euro) con Poste Italiane a carico dell'acquirente. Prezzo trattabile.
Videocamera Sony HVR-V1P HD Video Camcorder [MENU ENG]
HDV i / DVCAM / DV recording and playback. 3 x 1/4-inch ClearVid CMOS sensors. 25P Native shooting. 20 x Optical lens. 2 XLR mic inputs. Specifications Camera section Lens: Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* zoom lens, 20x (optical), f = 3.9 to 78 mm, f = 37.4 to 748 mm* at 16:9 mode f = 45.7 to 914 mm* at 4:3 mode, F = 1.6 to 2.8, filter diameter: 62 mm Built-in filter: 1/4 ND, 1/16 ND Focus: Auto, manual (focus ring/one push auto/infinity) Imaging system: 1/4-inch type, 3 ClearVid CMOS Sensor system Picture elements: Approx. pixels (effective), approx. pixels (total) White balance: Auto, one-push auto (2 positions), indoor ( K), outdoor ( K +15steps) Manual shutter speed: s Exposure: Auto, manual (Type1/Type2) Gain: dB Minimum illumination: 4 lx with F1.6 at 18 dB VTR section Recording format: i, i (PAL) Play out/Down conversion format: i, i (PAL) Tape speed: HDV/DV SP Max. mm/s DVCAM Max. mm/s Playback/Recording time: HDV/DV SP Max. 63 min with PHDVM-63DM cassette DVCAM Max. 41 min with PHDVM-63DM cassette Fast forward/Rewind time: Approx. 1 min 45 s with PHDVM-63DM cassette (AC adaptor) Approx. 2 min 40 s with PHDVM-63DM cassette (battery pack) Input/Output connectors Audio/Video output: A/V OUT jack, 10-pin connector Composite video: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ohm unbalanced, sync negative Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ohm unbalanced C: 0.3 Vp-p (burst signal), 75 Ohm unbalanced Audio: 327 mV input impedance more than 47 kOhm, output impedance less than 2.2 kOhm Component video output COMPONENT OUT jack Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ohm unbalanced Pr/Pb (Cr/Cb): 700 mVp-p, 75 Ohm unbalanced HDV/DV input/output: i.LINK interface (IEEE -pin connector S100) XLR audio input: XLR 3-pin female x mV, -60 dBu: 3 kOhm, +40 dBu: 10.8 kOhm, power supply: approx. 48 V Headphone: Stereo mini jack (d3.5 mm) LANC: Stereo mini-mini jack (d2.5 mm) USB: Mini-B connector HDMI output: HDMI connector Built-in output devices LCD viewfinder: 0.54-inch type, approx. dots, 16:9 aspect ratio LCD monitor: 3.5-inch type, Clear Photo LCD plus, approx. dots, hybrid type, 16:9 aspect ratio Speaker: d16mm General Mass: Approx. 1.5 kg (3 lb 6 oz) (camcorder only) Power requirements: DC 7.2 V (battery pack), DC 8.4 V (AC adaptor) Power consumption: Approx. 6.8 W (recording mode with LCD viewfinder or monitor on) Approx. 6.6 W(recording mode with LCD viewfinder or monitor on) Operating temperature: 0 to 40 oC (32 to 104 oF) Storage temperature: -20 to +60 oC (-4 to 140 oF) In the Box AC-L15 AC adaptor Power cord NP-F570 battery pack A/V connecting cable Component connecting video cable USB cable Lens hood with lens cover Eyecup RMT-831 wireless remote commander ECM-NV1 condenser microphone Sony HVR-V1P manual
Obiettivo Sigma mm F/2.8 EX DC OS HSM Nikon mm
Si tratta di uno zoom standard di grande apertura progettato per le reflex SLR digitali (formato APS-C) e dotato del sistema di stabilizzazione OS.Lobiettivo molto compatto e misura appena 91.8mm di lunghezza.L',apertura di F2.8 si mantiene costante a tutte le focali, per questo motivo diventa lo strumento ideale per vari generi fotografici, dal ritratto al paesaggio.Il sistema di stabilizzazione OS (Optical Stabilizer) permette di scattare foto con tempi circa 4 volte pi lunghi del normale. Il sistema OS pu essere usato anche con le fotocamere Sony e Pentax, che posseggono al loro interno un proprio sistema di stabilizzazione. Leffetto del sistema anti vibrazioni visibile anche nel mirino, cos che il fotografo pu rendersi conto dellavvenuta stabilizzazione e procedere ad una accurata messa a fuoco.Due lenti in vetro ottico a bassa dispersione FLD (F Low Dispersione) offrono gli stessi risultati di lenti alla fluorite, inoltre due elementi forgiati in vetro ottico e uno ibrido, asferici, correggono in modo ottimale qualsiasi aberrazione. Il rivestimento Super Multi Strato riduce il flare e le immagini fantasma. Lobiettivo offre un contrasto periferico migliorato e produce immagini molto definite e contrastate anche alle massime aperture.La grande qualit delle immagini assicurata a tutte le focali.Il motore ipersonico HSM incorporato provvede a una messa a fuoco AF veloce e silenziosa, in qualsiasi momento possibile la messa a fuoco manuale.La distanza minima di messa a fuoco dellobiettivo di 28cm a tutte le focali, mentre il rapporto dingrandimento massimo di 1:5. Il diaframma rotondo a sette lamelle consente piacevoli effetti di sfocato.Il sistema di messa a fuoco interna elimina la rotazione della lente frontale e permette allobiettivo di montare un paraluce a petali e il polarizzatore circolare. se montato su una fotocamera FF l',immagine apparir vignettata Sigmas new mm F2.8 EX DC OS HSM large-aperture standard zoom lens covers a focal length from 17mm wide angle and offers a large aperture of F2.8 throughout the entire zoom range, making it ideal for many types of photography especially portraiture and landscapes. The OS, Sigmas anti shake feature offers the use of shutter speeds approximately 4 stops slower than would otherwise be possible. The OS feature allows Sony and Pentax users the option of viewing a stabilized image in the viewfinder, a feature offered only by Sigma. HSM provides fast and quiet AF. Sigmas own FLD glass elements, which have performance equal to fluorite along with two glass mold and one hybrid aspherical lens, provide excellent correction for all types of aberrations. The Super Multi-Layer coating reduces flare and ghosting. This lens boasts superior peripheral brightness and provides sharp, high contrast images even at the maximum apertures. With a minimum focusing distance of 11 inches throughout the entire zoom range and a magnification ratio of 1:5. When you need to stand ready for any photo opportunity you need a fast aperture so you can shoot in low existing light or at maximum range with a flash. This Sigma lens is perfect. With its compact size and light weight, its a necessary addition to your camera bag Costruzione lenti 17 elementi in 13 gruppi Angolo di visione gradi Numero di lamelle del diaframma 7 Apertura minima f22 Minima distanza di fuoco 28 cm Diametro filtro (mm) 77 Massimo ingrandimento 1:5 Dimensioni (diametro x lunghezza) 83.5x91.8 mm Peso 565g
Obiettivo Samyang 85mm T1.5 AS IF UMC VDSLR x Fotocamere
Samyang 85mm T1.5 AS IF UMC VDSLR LensThe Samyang 85mm T1.5 is a manual focusprime lens, this VDSLR (Video DSLR) version has been developed primarilyfor professional cine / movie making purposes. The VDSLR versionfeature follow focus gearing and decoupled aperture, which allow theuser to smoothly and quietly change focus and aperture / depth of fieldwhist filming, and link to professional follow focus cam systems.TheSamyang 85mm T1.5 is a manual focus prime lens, designed to giveexceptional results at wide apertures. At T1.5 great images can beobtained, which is perfect for portraiture and low light shooting,particularly when mounted on a full frame DSLRs.The SamyangVDSLR Cine lenses are rated in T-Stops rather than F-stops which is thestandard for professional movie camera lenses. F-stop number expressesthe speed of the lens on the assumption that lens transmits 100% of theincident light, and therefore is theoretical rather than a real worldmeasurement. The T-number expresses the actual light transmission, andthus is accurate for exposure purposes. It is also worth noting that theSamyang lenses achieve excellent transmissions properties.Thebokeh (the character of the out-of-focus blur) is a primary concern forprofessionals choosing an ultra large aperture lens for shallowdepth-of-field photography. The Samyang 85mm T1.5 lens design offersexcellent bokeh quality of out-of-focus highlights when used near wideopen, perfect for film and cine applications. Independent tests andusers confirm the Samyang',s beautiful bokeh character, surpassing lenses4 times the price.The lens optical construction is the same asthe 85mm f1.4 lens comprising of 9 lenses divided into 7 optical groupswith one aspheric lens element. The Samyang 85mm is designed withinternal focusing (IF) meaning the lens does not increase in size whenfocusing. A further positive aspect to internal focusing is that thelens is much less likely to get dust inside, as opposed to externalfocusing (or zooming) lenses which can suck in dirt during use. The 8bladed aperture design aids a great bokeh character at near wide openapertures.The Samyang 85mm T1.5 IF MC features Multi-coatedlenses which aid the very high level of light transmission, and addedresistance to flare and ghosting. It features a good sized manual focusring and is perfectly adapted to most photographic applications(exclusive of sports or fast moving subjects) where manual focus is notan issue. Accurate for focus critical situations can be achieved throughuse of focusing in live view mode, available to most newer cameramodels. In practice users including professional photographers havefound manual focus of the Samyang 85mm not to be an issue, even shootingat f1.4 with a very shallow depth of field in low light scenarios withstatic and slow moving subjects accurate focus can be achieved givingexcellent results thought the image on full frame cameras.Thereare also increasing numbers of users using DSLRs for filming and HighDefinition (HD) video and manual focus lenses allows the user to alterfocus during filming, and hence why the VDSLR versions were developed.Thefocus ring features toothed rings compatible with professional gearedfollow focus systems available in the film industry and likewise atoothed, decoupled (de-clicked) aperture ring. Such modifications allowfor smooth and precise control over focus and aperture during videorecording / filming. This allows for ultimate manual control of focusand exposure when filming from one scene to another with different lightsource intensities, such as changing exposure values (EVs) from insideto outside, or even in-camera fade ins etc.The Samyang VDSLRversions can be used in still photography as well as for video purposes.There are increasing numbers of users using DSLRs for filming and HighDefinition (HD) video and manual lenses allows the user to change focus(focus pulling) and aperture during filming.The Samyang 85mm T1.5 lens should be a serious consideration toall professional or amateur photographers requiring a fast prime lens,regardless of budget. When the low cost of the lens is considered itshould not be overlooked for amateur use, or as a primary or secondarylens for professionals wanting a dedicated, high performing T1.5portrait lens.Available fittings: TBC. Filter size 72mmSpecificationManufacturerSamyang OpticsModel85mm T1.5 AS IF UMC VDSLRLens typeShort telephoto prime lensFocal length85mmMaximum apertureT1.5Min aperturef/22Angle of view28.5 deg (18.9 deg for APS-C/DX)Min focusing distance1mNo. of diaphragm blades8Focus typeMF (Manual Focus only)Lens construction9 elements / 7 groups / 1 aspherical lensDimensions78mm x 72.2mmWeight~ 513Filter Size:72mmAvailable mountsNikon
VIP Campaign Manager
Lottoland give 8 million customers worldwide the chance to win astronomical record payouts by betting on the worldâs biggest and most exciting lotteries. Weâre a proud disrupter that offers jackpots into the hundreds the millions, reinventing the dream of becoming an instant multi-millionaire every day. We are one of the most innovative companies in the world and weâre confident that our newest products are set to revolutionise gaming.... but we canât do it alone.Do you have a talent to share with us? Location:  Gibraltar Contract type:  Full time Closing date:  (Extended to 31st October)  THE ROLE The CRM VIP team is central to the growth of the company â leading all customer relationship strategy, communications and campaign execution. Your role will be to plan and execute customer-focused communications with top priority on our gaming products, to drive revenue, upsell, cross-sell and reactivation for our VIP markets (currently Germany, Austria and UK), for the VIP segment.  MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES Take ownership of the VIP campaign planning with focus on gaming products. Implement the campaigns to achieve budget targets for your markets. Campaign definition to be based on VIP customers and data insights as well as business goals. Implement the Contact Plan using the wide variety of communication tools â email, SMS, push, calls and on-site. Campaign implementation to be tightly controlled, reviewed and planned to ensure adherence to timings and excellence in execution. Pull together all campaign elements â briefing (or writing) copy / creating offers/ briefing marketing support teams/ creating content / building communication method/ work closely with the VIP Campaign Executive, VIP Account Managers and the Games Team. Provide and analyse performance reporting (at campaign and customer level) to Head of VIP and other stakeholders, with a view to optimising commercial return and engagement on all communications. This should be on a weekly and end of month basis as well as on an ad hoc basis when required. Build and implement a long-term campaign plan focused on the lifecycle journeys (on-boarding, churned, potential VIP, potential upgrade, reactive ex-vips). Support execution of communication especially for the English markets. Design and deliver tests across all communications to improve engagement and impact. Adopt a test, learn and control approach to ensure continuous optimisation of results. Ensure thorough QA of all campaigns â following QA guidelines closely. Ensure bonus policy is followed at all times. Assist with VIP project and task initiatives as and when required â acting as a key support for the Head of VIP. Identify key opportunities to enhance the player experience and improve retention rates and profitability including cross sell opportunities. Work closely with the VIP Account Managers, Games Team, MKTO Operations, RTM, Country Managers, Creative, CRM and BI teams to ensure fruitful stakeholder management and collaboration. Take ownership of Campaign related incidents through to resolution. Ensure all communications meet advertising, regulatory and legislative standards. English speaker with exceptional written and verbal communication skills. German language would be advantageous. Min of 5 years gaming experience or equivalent combination of education and work experience. Highly proactive, creative and organised â able to manage a project from start to finish/ review. Ability to act on changing priorities - flexibility and openness to change are key. Strong analytical skills. Ability to analyze data and make recommendations. Strong reporting skills, create reports to analyse campaign results Ability to work in self-directed, fast-paced, results oriented environment. Good team player capable of coordinating multiple projects simultaneously. Gibraltar â a home in the sun. A subtropical Mediterranean climate, eclectic cultural influences, breathtaking landscapes, and beautiful beaches make Gibraltar the perfect European holiday getaway â so  imagine how special it is to live here! Furthermore, since Gibraltar wages buy an almost luxury standard of living in the south of Spain, many people who work here actually commute from one of the nearby towns on the Costa del Sol. Itâs an exquisite part of the world, filled with luscious coastline, amazing surfing spots, delicious food and unique Andalusian customs, traditions and cultural heritage. Every day is an adventure and youâll be joining tonnes of other German expats who have made the leap for this unique lifestyle opportunity. Lottoland Benefits: Competitive salary Quarterly bonus based on quality and performance 25 days holiday and 12 days Gibraltar bank holidays International premium healthcare Subsidised gym membership within a variety of locations in Gibraltar Continuous learning/development opportunities and progressive career paths. Tailored relocation packages to meet your needs to support your transition Cultural Fit: Lottoland is a dynamic, creative and technologically advanced organisation. Passion for innovation is a strength that is valued in Lottoland employees. Managers need to inspire and develop their teams to get the most out of them. Putting customers first is key to Lottolandâs success as is collaboration across the business. Employees are empowered to do their best but held accountable for their actions. Grit and determination is a prerequisite for all Lottolanders. Honesty, integrity and trust are a given. Lottoland could be just the place for you. We like it here and weâre sure you will too!  Our corporate website has lots more information - check it out!  www.lottolandcorporate.com
Metabones adattatore da Canon EF a Sony E-mount Mark IV
Electronic aperture, EXIF, image stabilization, autofocus Your PayPal receipt is your order confirmation. There is no separate email confirmation until shipment takes place. This Smart AdapterTM has the following features: True electronic integration of aperture diaphragm - let camera automatically choose aperture in P or S exposure modes, or dial in yourself on the camera body in A or M modes. Powered by camera body. No external power source required. Wide open button (opposite of depth-of-field preview function) makes manual focusing easy. The tripod foot is detachable and compatible with Arca Swiss, Markins, Photo cam ball heads. High performance 32-bit processor and efficient switched-mode power supply. Flocking material coating inside the inner hole to reduce the internal reflection. Enhancement on new MARK IV (MB_EF-E-BT4) vs. old MARK IV (MB_EF-E-BM4): The inner hole is painted with flocking material coating. This can further reduce the internal reflection. Disclaimer: we are NOT licensed, approved or endorsed by Sony or Canon. Description Compatibility Supported Not supported EF lenses (see below for list of tested lenses) EF-S lenses (see note 1) Image stabilization (IS) lens Electronic manual focusing (e.g. EF L II and discontinued EF L) EXIF (focal length, aperture, zoom range) P, A, S, M exposure modes Autofocus (see autofocus support section below) Distance and zoom display on VG and FS series camcorders (see note 3) Auto magnify (see note 2) Contax N mount lenses modified to Canon EF by Conurus Contax 645 NAM-1 adapter modified to Canon EF by Conurus Sigma, Tamron and Tokina lenses in Canon EF mount (see note 3) Lens correction such as peripheral shading, CA and distortion Focus confirmation "chip" (e.g. Dandelion) Stacking another lens mount adapter on top (see note 4) Lens: Tamron SP mm F/2.8 XR Di II VC Note: 1. Vignetting at corners may occur for certain EF-S lenses because they are designed to cover a 1.6x crop image circle but Sony NEX has a 1.5x crop sensor. 2. Requires lenses supporting distance information. 3. A third party zoom lens may need to be registered with the Smart Adapter first in order to detect its maximum aperture. Autofocus is disabled for most third-party lenses. 4. For example, some improperly-made M42 screw mount adapters may cause a short-circuit with the electronic contacts of the Smart Adapter and cause damage to the Smart Adapter and/or camera body. Tested Camera Bodies A7S (Mark IV supports auto "APS-C Size Capture" with EF-S lens) - Smart Adapter with firmware V0.32 or later A7R (Mark IV supports auto "APS-C Size Capture" with EF-S lens) A7 (Mark IV supports auto "APS-C Size Capture" with EF-S lens) PXW-FS7(autofocus works only in photo mode, but is disabled in movie capture mode) - Smart Adapter with firmware V0.40 or later NEX-FS700 (autofocus works only in photo mode, but is disabled in movie capture mode) NEX-FS100 (autofocus works only in photo mode, but is disabled in movie capture mode) NEX-EA50 NEX-VG900 (Mark IV supports auto "APS-C Size Capture" with EF-S lens) NEX-VG30 NEX-VG20 NEX-VG10 NEX-7 NEX-6 NEX-5R NEX-5N NEX-5 NEX-C3 NEX-3 NEX-A Tested Lenses The following lenses have been tested for autofocus operation. Minimum firmware version required shown in parenthesis. Thanks to the community for reporting success with lenses shown in bold. Canon EF primes EF L II USM EF L II USM EF IS USM EF L USM (Ver.19) EF L USM EF L II USM EF USM (Ver.18) EF USM macro (Ver.17) EF L USM (Ver.17) EF L II USM (Ver.17) EF L IS USM Extender EF 1.4x III Extender EF 2x (mark I) Canon EF zooms EF L USM fisheye EF L USM EF L (Ver.18) EF USM EF L USM II EF II (Ver.18) EF III EF L (Ver.18) EF L IS USM II EF L USM EF L IS USM EF L IS USM EF IS USM EF (non-L, not USM, push-pull zoom) (Ver.18) EF L IS USM Canon EF-S EF-S USM EF-S IS USM EF-S IS USM EF-S EF-S IS EF-S IS EF-S macro USM Sigma DC DC OS HSM (Ver. DC HSM old version (Ver.18) Tamron SP Di VC USD A007 (Ver.15) SP Di VC USD A009 (Ver.31) Tokina (full frame) (Ver.18) Tokina DX AT-X PRO SD (IF) DX (Ver.15) Note: Sigma OS HSM may occasionally run into a focus accuracy issue at the telephoto end. Manual Focus Only The following lenses have been tested with previous firmware versions with manual focus, aperture control, image stabilization (if applicable) and EXIF support. Autofocus is supported only for those lenses marked with an asterisk (*) on NEX-5R/6 Canon EF primes EF L (mark I) EF USM* EF L USM (mark I) EF (old version, non-IS) TS-E L TS-E EF USM EF II MP-E macro EF L (mark I) EF L USM Canon EF zooms EF L (mark I) EF L IS USM* EF II EF Contax N modified by Conurus Vario-Sonnar Vario-Sonnar Vario-Sonnar Planar Planar Makro-Sonnar (Ver.21) NAM-1 adapter Sigma (full frame) EX HSM EX DG HSM DG HSM (Ver. DG Macro EX DG Macro HSM Sigma DC EX ASPH EX HSM ASPH DC OS HSM EX DC HSM new version (Ver.17) Tamron VC SP SP Di LD A001 Tokina AT-X PRO Zeiss ZE ZE Distagon ZE Distagon ZE Distagon 35/2 ZE Makro-Planar 50/2 ZE Makro-Planar This Smart Adapter is also compatible with fully manual lenses which have no electrical contacts. Customers have reported success with the following fully manual lenses. Samyang Zeiss CP.2 25mm/T2.9 Zeiss CP.mm/T2.1 Note: 1. 1. Lenses not listed above are not tested and they may or may not work. We do our best to resolve any compatibility issue you find but firmware updates are by factory service only and there is a nominal shipping/handling charge. 2. Mount lens on EF Extender 1.4x or 2x first before attaching both on Metabones Smart Adapter. 3. Mount Contax 645 lens on modified NAM-1 first before attaching both on Metabones Smart Adapter. Autofocus Autofocus is supported, with the following known limitations. Autofocus speed is very slow and inadequate for most moving subjects. The autofocus speed is unfit for professional use for sure, and it would disappoint most enthusiasts. Only Canon-branded lenses introduced in or after are officially supported. Autofocus may be disabled for older Canon lenses and most third-party lenses, including most Sigma, Tamron and Tokina lenses and all Contax N lenses modified by Conurus. On NEX camera bodies in camcorder form factor (e.g. FS series), autofocus may be available only in photo mode but not in movie capture mode. Continuous AF is not supported. DMF mode (direct manual focus) is not supported. For non-camcorder camera bodies (e.g. NEX-7), during movie capture, if the subject moves to a different distance, half-press the shutter release button to re-activate autofocus and lock onto the subject again. Since autofocus speed is slow, there may be visible disruption in the resulting footage. The first two autofocus attempts are used to calibrate the lens and as a result may not lock successfully on the target. Half-press the shutter release button again and autofocus will lock successfully. Autofocus may have difficultly locking onto subjects which are very close to the nearest focusing distance of the lens. Autofocus accuracy depends heavily on the working condition of the lens. Lenses with hidden problems which may not be apparent on Canon DSLRs will lead to inaccurate and unreliable autofocus on Sony NEX. Typical problems of this kind that we have seen include an unsmooth/erratic autofocus mechanism (e.g. getting stuck intermittently at a certain focusing distance), a faulty/worn-out distance encoder or other faulty/worn-out internal sensors. Why Metabones? Since its inception, Metabones has been designing and manufacturing lens adapters recognized among professionals and enthusiasts as leaders in design and workmanship. Contrary to the popular trend of other factories using an aluminum ring painted black on the camera-body-side, we instead take no short-cut but use precision-machined brass with chromium plating on both the camera-body and the lens sides of our adapters, in order to ensure smooth mounting, great appearance, and durability. The lens side of the adapter features a strong leaf-spring structure, strengthening the adapter-lens connection and ensuring tightness of the lens in order to reduce wear and prevent focus errors and optical alignment issues from appearing. Metabones uses matte-black treatment to keep internal reflection to a minimum in order to maintain the maximum optical quality possible with the lens. All Metabones Adapters follow this tradition of uncompromising precision, robust build quality and outstanding finish. Our new Smart AdapterTM series of products add industry-leading electronic interfacing technology from Canada, with true electronic control of the lens', aperture directly from the camera body. Features Both camera-side and lens-side of the adapter are made of brass, precision-machined and plated with chromium. Satin surface finish - just like your OEM lens and camera mounts. Precise fit and solid connection - lens has no play, gap or wiggling when mounted on adapter and no adjustments are required to fit your lens. Designed to reach infinity focus while maintaining the correct registration distance required to maintain optical quality of CRC lenses or lenses with floating elements. Our Smart AdapterTM series adapters have the following additional features True electronic integration of aperture diaphragm - let camera automatically choose aperture in P or S exposure modes, or dial in yourself on the camera body in A or M modes. EXIF data such as lens identification, focal length and aperture.