Sony ZV-1 Sample Videos

Let’s take a look at Sony ZV-1 sample videos covering new features inside the camera.

Sony say that 73% of Vloggers use a smartphone, so the ZV-1 is designed to help them getter better video quality, with a more professional look, thanks to the use of a 1inch sensor.

Sony ZV-1 is built around a 1″-type 20MP stacked CMOS sensor and the 24-70mm equiv. F1.8-2.8 lens from the RX100 III, IV and VA, but it uses a fully articulating touchscreen and reworked ergonomics to allow for selfie-style operation.

Sony ZV-1 camera has a “Bokeh” button (C1) which lets you switch between the background being in focus or defocused for better subject separation. There’s also a “Product focus” setting, to quickly allow the focus to switch to products held up to the camera.

Sony ZV-1 Content Creator Camera For Vloggers.

$50 off on Sony ZV-1: $748 at AmazonB&HAdorama.

$100 off on Sony ZV-1 With Vlogger Accessory Kit: $846 at B&HAdoramaAmazon.

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Irix Cine 15mm T2.6 Lens Now Available

Irix has extended its line of film lenses with the ultra wide-angle Irix Cine 15mm T2.6. Irix Cine 15mm T2.6 is available in Canon EF, Sony E, MFT, and PL mounts, each with either metric or imperial focus markings

Irix, the producer of the Cine series, currently has a set of cinematographic lenses in its portfolio, including an 11mm ultra wide-angle lens, a standard 45mm lens, and a 150mm macro telephoto lens. Today Irix premieres their fast, filter-ready wide-angle cine lens, the Irix Cine 15mm T2.6. This product will open unlimited possibilities for filmmakers and cinematographers alike. Continue reading “Irix Cine 15mm T2.6 Lens Now Available”

HD Pentax-D FA* 85mm f/1.4ED SDM AW Lens Announced

Ricoh has officially announced the launch of the HD Pentax-D FA* 85mm f/1.4ED SDM AW lens. The 85mm f/1.4 is the second fixed focus lens in the new generation Pentax Star family.

The US price is $1899.95 and shipping will start in mid-June 2020. You can check the available at B&HAdoramaAmazon.

“The Star series is the top of the range for PENTAX lenses, so when developing the new generation, Pentax conducted an extensive review of its in-house standards, demanding the highest performance, even for use with future PENTAX DSLRs, which are expected to deliver even higher image quality and better performance than current models.”, say Pentax. Continue reading “HD Pentax-D FA* 85mm f/1.4ED SDM AW Lens Announced”

Sony ZV-1 Vlog Camera Announced, Price $798

Sony ZV-1 Content Creator Camera For Vloggers.

Vloggers and influencers rejoice, the Sony ZV-1 is a purpose-built compact camera blending the proven imaging capabilities of the RX100-series platform with an updated physical design for more efficient content creation.

Pre-order links:

$50 off on Sony ZV-1: $748 at AmazonB&HAdorama.

$100 off on Sony ZV-1 With Vlogger Accessory Kit: $846 at B&HAdoramaAmazon. Continue reading “Sony ZV-1 Vlog Camera Announced, Price $798”

Fujifilm X-Pro3 Firmware Update Version 1.05 Released

Fujifilm released a new firmware update for Fujifilm X-Pro3 rangefinder mirrorless camera. The new firmware 1.0.5 simply fixes an issue.

Fujifilm X-Pro3 ($1,799): B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Latest rangefinder style mirrorless camera designed with a film ethos, the FUJIFILM X-Pro3 is a unique mirrorless camera characterized by its distinct viewfinder design, a hidden LCD screen, and its stylish, rangefinder-inspired design with a dura silver finish. Check out the Fujifilm X-Pro3 Firmware 1.04 details and download links below. 

The firmware update Ver.1.05 from Ver.1.04 incorporates the following issue:

  • Fix of minor bugs.

Fujifilm X-Pro3 Firmware Version 1.05

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Panasonic Lumix S 20-60mm F3.5-5.6 Full-Frame Mirrorless Lens

Panasonic has announced a new interchangeable standard zoom lens, the Lumix S 20-60mm F3.5-5.6 (S-R2060), based on the L-Mount system for its Lumix S Series full-frame mirrorless cameras.

The new Panasonic Lumix S 20-60mm lens will be available to purchase from July 2020 for $599. The Panasonic L-mount lenses are available for pre-order at B&HAdorama.

Panasonic says the lens has been designed to suppress focus breathing (the change of effective focal length at different focus distances) for video shooters, who are likely to appreciate its wide-angle capabilities.

The lens weighs in at just 350 grams (12 ounces) and is dust and splash resistant, and functional down to –10°C (14°F). A fluorine coating on the front element repels water and oil. Continue reading “Panasonic Lumix S 20-60mm F3.5-5.6 Full-Frame Mirrorless Lens”

Major Canon Announcements in June 2020 for EOS R5 & R6

According to the latest rumors Canon will hold a major product announcement and it will be related to the EOS R5 & EOS R6 cameras.

Major Canon announcement will happen in late June and the company is also rumored to announce new lenses along with the new full frame mirrorless cameras.

The Canon EOS R5 is the most anticipated camera in 2020 with lots of amazing features and it is the first camera from Canon that supports 8K RAW internal video recording up to 29.97 fps with no crop. Below are what we know so far about the upcoming Canon EOS R5 and Canon EOS R6 mirrorless cameras. Continue reading “Major Canon Announcements in June 2020 for EOS R5 & R6”

Samyang MF 85mm f/1.4 II and MF 14mm f/2.8 II Lenses Announced

Samyang officially announced the two new lenses: MF 14mm f/2.8 Mark II  and    MF 85mm f/1.4 Mark II.

This updated lens has a declickable aperture ring which makes it more suitable for video shooters. and weather sealing. Both lenses cover the full-frame sensor, and will be available for Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony E, Fujifilm X, Canon M, and Micro Four Thirds lens mounts.

The pricing information is not available at the moment. You can check the availability and pricing at B&H and Adorama. Continue reading “Samyang MF 85mm f/1.4 II and MF 14mm f/2.8 II Lenses Announced”

Firmware Update for Sigma 14-24mm f/2.8 Art E-Mount Lens

Sigma has released a new firmware update for Sigma 14-24mm f/2.8 DG DN Art Lens for Sony E-mount.

The US Price of the lens is $1,368. Check availability at AdoramaBHphotoAmazon)

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Panasonic Lumix S1H Firmware Update 2.0 Released, RAW video output delayed

Panasonic has released firmware version 2.0 for the Lumix S1H; however, the much-anticipated option to record 5.9K ProRes Raw video to an Atomos Ninja V has been delayed.

It was supposed to be included with a firmware update that was released yesterday for the S1H, firmware version 2.0. Panasonic released all the details of the firmware update back in April.

Panasonic says the delay is down to a technical issue which the company hasn’t been able to resolve in time for the release. Panasonic says the Raw video data output function will be provided separately in the next firmware release.

The new Panasonic Lumix S1H mirrorless camera is now in stock and shipping in the US: $3,997.99 at Adorama | B&H Photo | Amazon. Continue reading “Panasonic Lumix S1H Firmware Update 2.0 Released, RAW video output delayed”