The buzz on the next offering from Sony is in full swing now. Check out this post on the upcoming announcement, which I think is in Korean. Based on what I can translate with a little help from Google, it says the key features include:

• APS-C CMOS (1.5X Crop) Sensor
• Sony’s new Bionz image processor
• Improved AF speed and efficiency
• 5.5 frames per second
• 1/8000s shutter speed
• Up to ISO 6400
• 3″ LCD Display
• Super Steady Shot (in-body IS)
• Weather-sealing

Announcement should be very soon. There’s plenty of buzz that Sony will announce on September 5th or 6th (apparently, at a press conference in the UK). The Korean site linked above mentions a availability date in November - not unlike the Nikon D300.

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