What to Expect from Sony? (June 2019)

What to expect from Sony ? Here are the latest updates for the upcoming Sony E-mount cameras as well as new lenses. In this June 2019 edition of “What to expect from Sony” , you’ll get the latest news and rumors in one place.

Long-waited telephoto lenses Sony FE 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G OSS Lens and FE 600mm f/4 GM OSS Lens finally announced. The US price for FE 200-600mm lens is $1,998.00 (B&H Photo Video/Adorama) ), the US price for FE 600mm f/4 GM OSS Lens is $12,998 (B&H Photo Video/Adorama).

This month Sony has one new camera code “WW716189” got registered at certification bodies, so we can expect at least one new camera to be announced within 1-2 months. Here is a roundup rumors of upcoming Sony cameras and lenses. Continue reading “What to Expect from Sony? (June 2019)”

Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II to be Announced Soon

It is now confirmed that the Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II camera will be officially announced in the next 30 days, to replace the current PowerShot G5 X model.

As you might remember, the Japan-based company officially unveiled the PowerShot G1 X Mark III camera ($1,299 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama). This is the flagship model comes with 24.2MP APS-C CMOS Sensor and DSLR-like autofocus. The Canon G5X Mark II, G3X Mark II were expected to be announced for CES 2019 this year but both cameras are delayed.  Continue reading “Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II to be Announced Soon”

Confirmed : Nikon Z9 (D5 Like) Z-mount Mirrorless Camera in the Works

Japanese business publication Nikkan Kogyo Shimbun made an interview with Nikon’s CEO, Mr. Toshikazu Umatate. In this interview he says a flagship mirrorless camera—equivalent to Nikon’s D5 DSLR—will be introduced.

There were rumors about the Nikon D6 DSLR camera that is coming before 2020 Olympics. There is a slight possibility that Nikon postpone the release of Nikon D5 successor camera, instead a high-end mirrorless sports camera could be unveiled in the name of Nikon Z9. More here. Continue reading “Confirmed : Nikon Z9 (D5 Like) Z-mount Mirrorless Camera in the Works”

Best Wide Angle Lenses for Nikon DSLRs

Best Wide Angle Lenses for Nikon DSLR Cameras. Looking for recommended Wide-Angle lenses for Nikon DSLR cameras? Here are the top rated wide angle lenses for Nikon DSLRs.

A wide-angle lens is a lens whose focal length is smaller than the focal length of a standard lens. As you also know that wide-angle lenses allow more of the scene to be included in the photograph, which is useful in architectural, interior and landscape photography.

Today, we’ll concentrate on wide angle prime lenses (including super wide angle prime lenses) and wide angle zoom lenses to find out the best wide angle lenses for Nikon Full Frame DSLR Cameras and DX DSLR Cameras.

Below are the best wide angle lenses for Nikon DSLRs. The list below are based on the test results from DxOMark. Order the one you are interested! Continue reading “Best Wide Angle Lenses for Nikon DSLRs”

Nikon Nikkor Z 35mm f/1.8 S Lens Tested at DxOMark

Nikon Nikkor Z 35mm f/1.8 S Lens tested at DxOMark website. According to test results the brigh prime Nikon lens achieved an overall score of 38 points. 

Tested on the high-resolution 45.7MP Nikon Z 7 full frame mirrorless camera, the Nikkor Z 35mm F1.8 S ranks as the highest-scoring Nikon 35mm lens with an impressive sharpness sub-score of 30 PMpix at f/4.

With its retail price of $849, the Nikon 35mm f/1.8 S is not a cheap lens, especially considering that its F-mount version, the Nikon 35mm f/1.8G ED retails for $529. Check out the test results below with comparison chart. Continue reading “Nikon Nikkor Z 35mm f/1.8 S Lens Tested at DxOMark”

Canon RF 50mm f/1.2L USM Lens Tested at DxOMark

Canon RF 50mm f/1.2L USM Lens tested at DxOMark website. According to test results the RF 50mm f/1.2L USM lens achieved an overall score of 38 points. 

The lens tested on the Canon EOS R, the company’s 30.3Mp full-frame mirrorless camera, and it compares well with Canon’s previous 50mm f/1.2 lens.

This score puts the Canon RF 50mm f/1.2L among the top five 50mm lenses in DxOMark’s rating. However, it’s clearly below the score of lenses that costs much less, e.g. the Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSMand the Zeiss Milvus 50mm f/1.4. Continue reading “Canon RF 50mm f/1.2L USM Lens Tested at DxOMark”

Pentax K-3 III Rumored to Feature 26MP Sensor

The next Pentax K-3 III DSLR camera is rumored to use Sony’s 26MP APS-C Sensor. This is the one that Fuji uses the customized version on Sony 26MP X-Trans Sensor on their Fuji X-T3 and Fuji X-T30 cameras.

The second version Pentax K-3 Mark II is already discontinued and latest rumors indicates that the company will unveil the Pentax K-3 III DSLR camera in 2020. Continue reading “Pentax K-3 III Rumored to Feature 26MP Sensor”

Sony vs Fujifilm – Which Camera has the Best Colors?

Max Yuryev published a video review to see the side by side color science comparison for skin tones and landscapes between Sony Camera and Fuji Camera.

In the video below, he compared the Sony A6400 and Fujifilm X-T30 in regards to video color science shooting 4K.

Fujifilm X-T30:B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Sony A6400 : Amazon |B&H Photo Video | Adorama

Continue reading “Sony vs Fujifilm – Which Camera has the Best Colors?”

Canon RF Lens Technology Explained

Canon RF lens technology explained in a neat, short video by Canon Imaging Plaza. In the video review they introduced the innovative features of Canon RF lenses and how they open up new possibilities in photographic expression.

Canon RF Lenses : USA: Amazon, B&H Photo, Adorama

Canon EOS R full frame mirrorless system: Amazon, B&H Photo, Adorama Continue reading “Canon RF Lens Technology Explained”

More Details About Canon EF 200-600mm f/4.5-5.6 IS USM Lens

Canon is allegedly working on a new EF 200-600mm f/4.5-5.6 IS USM lens. The super telephoto zoom optic were previously rumored for late 2018 but there is no mention within the rumor mill since then.

Sony already announced its new FE 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G OSS Lens and FE 600mm f/4 GM OSS Lens for mirrorless cameras. So, what about the Canon EF 200-600mm f/4.5-5.6 IS USM super telephoto zoom lens? Continue reading “More Details About Canon EF 200-600mm f/4.5-5.6 IS USM Lens”