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Saturday, 5 December 2015

Sound advice: Looking for a Bluetooth speaker for TV audio

Q. My mother is becoming somewhat hard of hearing and is having trouble hearing her television. Is it possible to use a Bluetooth speaker placed on a nearby coffee table to provide TV audio?

A. It is possible, but you may experience audio/video sync issues. Some Bluetooth devices work well with each other for video, some don't, and it can change with every firmware update on the devices. If your TV has Bluetooth, see if the manufacturer offers a matching speaker. That should ensure compatibility. If the TV does not have built-in Bluetooth you can add it with an adapter like the $30 MPOW Streambot, then try different speakers to try and get good sync. I would start with an inexpensive speaker as paying more does not guarantee success.

Q. I know you love mirrorless cameras and have recommended the Micro Four Thirds cameras, one of them being the Olympus E-M1. Sony now has their A7 full-frame mirrorless camera with starter lens selling for about the same price. Wouldn't I be bet ter off buying the Sony, given the full-frame sensor?

A. You might be better off with the Sony. I can't say for sure without knowing more about how you will use the camera. If you do a lot of photography in very low light or will be making extremely large prints, the full-frame sensor would be of tremendous benefit. Just know that overall the cameras and lenses are going to be much more expensive, as well as noticeably heavier and bulkier. The huge files take up a lot of space on your memory cards and computer, too. There is no one best camera, just the best tool for a given situation. The reason I am so bullish about the Micro Four Thirds system is the word "system." Besides the inherent advantages of mirrorless in general, with the great variety of camera bodies and lenses from multiple manufacturers I always have the tool I need for any photographic or video situation. The small size and weight of the system makes it more likely I will want to take the equipment with me, an d the cutting-edge cameras combined with the high quality lenses produce fantastic photographs and videos.

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