Leica M11 Monochrom and Leica Summilux-M 50mm F1.4 ASPH Lens Announced

Leica announces M11 Monochrom, a 60-megapixel camera built for black and white photography.

The M11 Monochrom is a digital rangefinder sporting a 60-megapixel full-frame backside-illuminated monochromatic image sensor. This is the same resolution as the standard color Leica M11 camera, and the M11 Monochrom also features the same multi-resolution functionality, allowing users to swap between 18, 36, and 60-megapixel resolution, complete with varying crop factors (sort of like swapping between different prime lenses).

The M11 Monochrom will be available from today at a price of $9195. Check availability at Adorama | B&H | Amazon.

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Officially Announced: New Sigma 17mm f/4, 50mm f/2 and 23mm f/1.4 lenses

Sigma has added three lenses to its line-up. The Sigma 17mm F4 DG DN and a 50mm F2 DG DN compact, mid-priced ‘I Series’ primes as part of its Contemporary range and a 23mm F1.4 DC DN for APS-C Sony E, Fujifilm X & Leica L-mounts.

All these three lenses will be officially released in late April 2023.

Key specifications 17mmF/4 DG DN

  • Lens construction: 9 elements in 8 groups (2 SLD and 3 aspherical elements)
  • Angle-of-view: 103.7°
  • Number of diaphragm blades: 7 (rounded diaphragm)
  • Minimum aperture: F22
  • Minimum focusing distance: 12cm
  • Maximum magnification ratio: 1:3.6
  • Filter size: 55mm
  • Dimensions: 64.0mm x 48.8mm
  • Weight: 225g

Key specifications 23mm F/1.4 DC DN

  • Lens construction: 13 elements in 10 groups (3 SLD and 2 aspherical elements)
  • Angle-of-view: 63.4°
  • Number of diaphragm blades: 9 (rounded diaphragm)
  • Minimum aperture: F16
  • Minimum focusing distance: 25cm
  • Maximum magnification ratio: 1:7.3
  • Filter size: 52mm
  • Dimensions: 65.8mm x 76.9mm
  • Weight: 340g

Key specifications 50mm F/2 DG DN

  • Lens construction: 11 elements in 9 groups (1 SLD and 3 aspherical elements)
  • Angle-of-view: 46.8°
  • Number of diaphragm blades: 9 (rounded diaphragm)
  • Minimum aperture: F22
  • Minimum focusing distance: 45cm
  • Maximum magnification ratio: 1:6.9
  • Filter size: 58mm
  • Dimensions: 70.0mm x 68.0mm
  • Weight: 350g

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Leica Q3 to be Announced in late Spring, Rumored Specs Leaked

Leica Q3 camera to be announced soon! According to latest Leica Rumors Leica Q3 announcement expected in May/June 2023 timeframe. Here are some updated Leica Q3 specifications ahead of the official announcement.

The Leica Q2 is a fixed-lens, full-frame camera sporting a new 47.3MP sensor and a sharp, stabilized 28mm F1.7 Summilux lens. Leica has paired the sensor with an updated Maestro processing engine to enable a sensitivity range of ISO 50–50,000, a maximum continuous shooting rate of up to 20fps with the electronic shutter, and 4K (3840 x2160) video recording at 24/30fps (or C4K 4096 x 2160 at 24p).

The US price for Leica Q2 is $5,795.00, and available at B&H Photo/Adorama. Continue reading “Leica Q3 to be Announced in late Spring, Rumored Specs Leaked”

Leica Vario-Elmar-SL 100-400mm F/5-6.3 Telephoto Zoom Lens and 1.4x Extender

Leica has announced the Vario-Elmar-SL 100-400mm F5-6.3, a telephoto zoom lens for L-mount. Also announced a 1.4x teleconverter that’s compatible with the lens to deliver a combination that extends to 560mm F9.

The new lens costs $2,195, first available for pre-order at B&HAdorama. Along with Leica Vario-Elmar-SL 100-400mm F5-6.3 lens, Leica also announced Extender L 1.4x for this new lens. It costs $875, first available for Pre-Order at B&HAdorama.

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Sigma 17mm f/4, 50mm f/2, 23mm f/1.4 Lenses Specs Leaked

Sigma will soon announce three new prime lenses: Sigma 17mm f/4 DG DN, 50mm f/2 DG DN & 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lenses. New Sigma lenses will be available in L mount, Sony E mount, Fujifilm X mount.

Here are the leaked specifications of the upcoming 17mm f/4, 50mm f/2, 23mm f/1.4 Lenses. Continue reading “Sigma 17mm f/4, 50mm f/2, 23mm f/1.4 Lenses Specs Leaked”

Officially Announced : Sigma 50mm F1.4 DG DN Art for L-Mount and Sony E-mount

Sigma announced an updated version of the popular 50mm F1.4 DG DN Art prime lens for L-Mount and Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras. This is the fifth lens in Sigma’s DG DN Art series lineup, joining existing 20mm, 24mm, 35mm and 85mm prime offerings.

Inside the lens, the 50mm F1.4 DG DN Art has eleven rounded aperture blades to deliver smother and rounder bokeh. There are 14 elements in 11 groups, with 3 aspherical lenses and 1 SLD glass element.

The 50mm F1.4 DN DG Art is 110mm (4.3″) long, with a diameter of 78mm (3.1″), and has a 72mm filter thread. It weighs 670g (23.6oz). The current Sigma 50mm F1.4 DG HSM Art model pales in comparison to the new Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG DN Art, boasting a smaller filter size and a much lighter weight.

The 50mm F1.4 DG DN Art is expected in late February 2023 at a $849 MSRP. Check availability at BHPhoto and Adorama.

Press release:
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Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports Lens Announced, Priced $1,999, Available for Pre-Order

Sigma has just officially announced the new Sigma 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports Lens for Sony E and Leica L mounts. It is the second full-frame mirrorless zoom lens in the Sigma Sports line, covering a vast 10x range and is well-suited for a wide variety of subjects, including sports, wildlife, portraiture, and fast-moving action.

Sigma 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports Lens (Leica L): $1,999 at B&HAdorama.

Sigma 60-600mm f/4.5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports Lens (Sony E): $1,999 at B&HAdorama.

At a Glance

  • Lens construction of 27 elements in 19 groups (2 FLD and 3 SLD)
  • 9-blade rounded diaphragm
  • HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) motors, compatible with high-speed autofocus
  • Dust and Splash Resistant Structure
  • Water and Oil Repellent Coating (front element)
  • Newly designed “OS2” Optical Stabilizer function: 7 stops at the wide end and 6 stops at the telephoto end
  • Rotary zooming using the zoom ring, and zooming grasping the end of the lens
  • Minimum focusing distance at 60mm is 45cm, with a 1:2.4 maximum magnification at 200mm
  • Three AFL buttons for easy customization and operate in any orientation
  • Weighs 5.5 pounds
  • Technical specifications
  • Sample photos
  • Hands-on reports at Explora
  • First look
  • Press Text

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New Irix Cine 150mm T3.0 Macro 1:1 Lens Released

Irix released a new version of their 150mm T3.0 macro 1:1 cine lens for EF/RF/E/Z/MFT/MFT/PL mount. Check availability and pricing at AdoramaAmazon, and B&H.

Irix 150mm cine lens features

  • Ultra HD 8K ready optics with superb image resolution
  • Full Frame 43.3mm coverage
  • Weather-sealed construction
  • Same height aperture and focus rings
  • Similar size and weight
  • Color matched
  • Standard 0.8m pitch mod gears
  • Standard front diameter of 95mm
  • Multiple mounts: Canon EF, Arri PL, Canon RF, Sony E, MFT, Leica L, Nikon Z

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Adorama Black Friday & Cyber Monday Deals for 2023

Black Friday is live and here are the Adorama Black Friday & Cyber Monday Deals for 2023.

Adorama Camera is one of the top online stores for digital photography and camera gears. In 2023, the store announced their Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals for 2023 shopping season including cameras, lenses, gaming, home electronics, lighting & studio, computers, video, drives, SSD & storage, camera Accessories, drones & sports, audio, musical instruments and more.

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ON1 2023 Launched

ON1 2023. The new ON1 Photo RAW 2023 is now available to order.  ON1 says the new version is ‘the most significant update in ON1 Photo RAW’s history.’ The software includes many new features, including AI-powered tools designed to make organizing and editing your photos faster and easier.

ON1 Photo RAW is the ultimate photo editor and raw processor. It includes everything you need and it’s the best photo editing software for Mac or Windows. ON1 2023 is available now for $99.99 for a perpetual license for new customers, while previous owners of any ON1 products can upgrade to the 2023 version for $79.99. Continue reading “ON1 2023 Launched”