New Firmware Update V2.0 for Olympus E-M1X Adds Bird AF

Along with the new M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-400mm f/4.5 TC 1.25x IS PRO lens, Olympus also released the new firmware update version 2.0 for Olympus OM-D E-M1X (AmazonB&HAdorama) mirrorless camera. OM-D E-M1X  firmware version 2.0 will be available for download on December 2, 2020. Continue reading “New Firmware Update V2.0 for Olympus E-M1X Adds Bird AF”

Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-400mm F4.5 TC1.25X IS PRO Lens Announced, Priced $7,499.95

Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-400mm f/4.5 TC1.25X IS PRO Lens officially announced.   It is a super-telephoto zoom lens characterized by its expansive range, built-in teleconverter, and relatively sleek design for handheld use, offering a 300-800mm equivalent focal length range, which can be extended even further using the integrated 1.25x teleconverter for 1000mm equivalent focal length.

The Olympus M.Zuiko 150-400mm F4 TC1.25x IS Pro is available for pre-order and will be released in late January 2021 for $7500 at Adorama and B&HPhoto. See Best Micro Four Thirds Lenses Continue reading “Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-400mm F4.5 TC1.25X IS PRO Lens Announced, Priced $7,499.95”

World’s Fastest Photographic Lens Announced : NOKTON 29mm f/0.8 for Micro Four Thirds

Cosina Japan officially announced the Super Nokton 29mm f/0,8 MFT lens which is claimed to be the world’s fastest photographic lens. The US price to be around $2,099. Voigtlander NOKTON 29mm f/0.8 Aspherical lens will be released on December 10, 2020. Voigtlander currently produces a range of lenses for Micro Four Thirds users. See Voigtlander lenses for Micro Four Thirds.

The Nokton 29mm F0.8 is a standard lens designed exclusively for Micro Four Thirds. Achieves the brightest F0.8 * as an interchangeable lens for photography currently on the market. Check out the details Continue reading “World’s Fastest Photographic Lens Announced : NOKTON 29mm f/0.8 for Micro Four Thirds”

Olympus ED 150-400mm f/4.5 Pro Lens Price to be Around $7.499,99

According to recent reports the upcoming Olympus ED 150-400mm f/4.5 Pro lens will be priced at around $7.499,99.

Designed for Micro Four Thirds system cameras the lens will provide a standard focal range of 300-800mm equiv. and with a built-in 1.25X teleconverter it becomes 375-1000mm equiv., at the cost of 2/3-stop of light. The lens will also be compatible with Olympus’ new MC-20 2X teleconverter.

Already in development, the new super telephoto zoom lens Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-400mm f/4.5 TC 1.25x IS PRO will be released on January 2021.

The new Olympus 150-400mm PRO lens is now listed at B&HPhoto. See Best Micro Four Thirds Lenses

From  B&HPhoto : Continue reading “Olympus ED 150-400mm f/4.5 Pro Lens Price to be Around $7.499,99”

Voigtlander NOKTON 29mm f/0.8 Aspherical lens for Micro Four Thirds Coming Soon

Nokishita reports that Voigtlander-Cosina will soon announce the new SUPER NOKTON 29mm f/0.8 Aspherical lens for Micro Four Thirds cameras.

Voigtlander‘s Nokton 29mm f/0.8 Lens for Micro Four Thirds Cameras will be a breathtaking wide-angle lens that combines an extraordinary maximum aperture of f/0.8 with a superb magnificent low-light/shallow depth-of-field images–photographs or video.

Voigtlander already has several lenses for Micro Four Thirds. Continue reading “Voigtlander NOKTON 29mm f/0.8 Aspherical lens for Micro Four Thirds Coming Soon”

Deal: Save $609 on Olympus E-M10 Mark III with 14-42mm and 45mm Lenses Kit for $589

The Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III Mirrorless Camera with 14-42mm EZ and 45mm f/1.8 Lenses Kit are now on sale at B&HAdoramaAmazon for only $589. This is a very good deal as  you save $609 compared to the regular price $1,198.

$609 off on Olympus E-M10 Mark III with 14-42mm and 45mm Lenses: $589 at B&HAdoramaAmazon. Continue reading “Deal: Save $609 on Olympus E-M10 Mark III with 14-42mm and 45mm Lenses Kit for $589”

7artisans 35mm f/0.95 APS-C Lens for APS-C Mirrorless Cameras

7artisans has announced a new affordable ultra-fast manual prime lens: , the 35mm f/0.95 . You can pick up a 7artisans 35mm f/0.95 APS-C lens for any one of these five mounts: Sony E, Fuji X, Canon M, Nikon Z, and even Micro Four Thirds (MFT).

The lens is constructed of 11 elements in 8 groups, has an aperture range of F0.95–16, offers a minimum focusing distance of 37cm (14.5”) and has a 12-blade aperture diaphragm. It offers a 43º angle of view, has a declicked aperture dial and weighs just 369g (13oz).

7Artisans lenses are sold at: AmazonUS | AmazonUK | AmazonDE | eBayUS. Continue reading “7artisans 35mm f/0.95 APS-C Lens for APS-C Mirrorless Cameras”

Meike 35mm f/1.7 Lens Announced for APS-C Mirrorless Cameras

Meike 35mm f/1.7 lens for APS-C Mirrorless Cameras is available for Micro Four Thirds, Sony E, Fuji X, Canon EF-M and Nikon Z-mount cameras. The price of the manual focus Meike 35mm f/1.7 Lens is $69.99. Check availability at Amazon.

This 35mm f/1.7 lens is designed for APS-C-format mirrorless cameras and provides a 52.5mm equivalent focal length. The lens is perfect for a wide variety of subjects from street photography to landscapes and thanks to the f/1.7 max aperture, it can also be used at nighttime.

This standard manual 35mm prime lens from Meike is available for the Nikon Z50 mirrorless in Z-mount. Plus, it’s also compatible with the Nikon Z5Nikon Z6 & Z7 full frame mirrorless models when APS-C crop mode is selected. Continue reading “Meike 35mm f/1.7 Lens Announced for APS-C Mirrorless Cameras”

Meyer Optik Gorlitz Trioplan 50mm f2.8 II Lens for Fuji X, Sony E, M43, and Leica L

Meyer Optik Gorlitz has unveiled the full-frame Trioplan 50mm f2.8 II, a versatile lens with special “soap bubble” bokeh. The developer claims, the lens has been redesigned from the ground up: a new mechanical design based on the Trioplan 100mm f2.8 II now offers photographers excellent controllability with a 50mm focal length.

Trioplan 50mm is manufactured for the most common modern camera mounts Canon EF, Nikon F, Fuji X, Sony E, Pentax K, M42, Micro Four Thirds, Leica M, and Leica L. Additionally, the 50 mm lens also features a movable front element, independent of the focusing action, which increases the maximum magnification to 1:4 for working with nearby subjects as close as 9.8″ away.

Price and availability

Meyer Optik Gorlitz Trioplan 50mm f2.8 II Lens for Fujifilm X, Sony E, Micro Four Thirds, and Leica L mount is now available to pre-order via the Bhphotovideo.com for $899. Continue reading “Meyer Optik Gorlitz Trioplan 50mm f2.8 II Lens for Fuji X, Sony E, M43, and Leica L”

First Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark IV Reviews

First Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark IV reviews started to surface on the web. We’ve tried to cover the latest reviews, sample images and hands-on videos of the E-M10 IV.

The Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark IV is the entry-level model in the company’s Micro Four Thirds cameras. It’s a step up from the beginner-focused E-PL series, offering more controls, better build quality and a broader feature set. It sports a 20MP Four Thirds sensor, in-body image stabilization, flip-down touchscreen with a simple interface and 4K video capture.

Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark IV body: $699 at B&HAdoramaAmazon Continue reading “First Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark IV Reviews”