Best Photo Gear of 2020 : TIPA Awards

Here is the best photo gear of 2020 according to the TIPA World Awards 2020 winners list. The Technical Imaging Press Association (TIPA) has announced the winners of its 2020 awards honoring the best products in the photography industry in 2020.

The awards cover everything from cameras and lenses to photography services and tech and design accolades. Here are the 2020 winners: Continue reading “Best Photo Gear of 2020 : TIPA Awards”

Nikon D6 Pre-order, in Stock & Availability Tracker

Here is our free Nikon D6 pre-order, in stock and availability tracker for you.

Due to the new coronavirus infection, the release date of Nikon D6 has been delayed to May 2020.  Originally slated for a March release, the Nikon D6 will now be released in May, if there are no further delays. By the way Amazon US shows the Nikon D6 will be released on April 30, 2020.

The Nikon D6 (Amazon | Adorama | B&HPhoto)  is a professional DSLR designed for sports and action photography. More: Best Lenses for Nikon D6 | Canon EOS-1D X Mark III vs Nikon D6 | Nikon D6 vs Nikon D5 – Comparison. Continue reading “Nikon D6 Pre-order, in Stock & Availability Tracker”

Nikon D780 Review: Comparison with Z6 vs D850

A new Nikon D780 Review surfaced on the web. Here is a comparison with Nikon Z6 vs Nikon D850 full frame cameras.

The new Nikon D780 is more than a worthy successor to the beloved D750 and is a seriously capable camera that is ideal for weddings, wildlife, and production environments. Between the Nikon D780, Nikon Z6, Nikon D850, which one is right for you?

Taylor Jackson has published the Nikon D780 review and he compares it with the Nikon Z6 and Nikon D850. Hopefully this will help you select between the Nikon D780, Nikon Z6, and the Nikon D850. Continue reading “Nikon D780 Review: Comparison with Z6 vs D850”

FujiFilm X-T4 Pre-order, in Stock & Availability Tracker .

Here is our free FujiFilm X-T4 pre-order, in stock and availability tracker for you.

The Fujifilm X-T4 (AmazonB&HAdorama) is the company’s latest high-end photo and video APS-C mirrorless camera. It brings in-body stabilization, faster shooting, improved autofocus and a larger battery to the already very capable X-T3.

Featuring a proven and well-regarded 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans BSI CMOS 4 Sensor and the X-Processor 4 image processor, the Fujifilm X-T4 is capable of DCI/UHD 4K video recording at 60 fps, Full HD recording up to 240 fps, sensitivity from ISO 160-12800, and continuous shooting up to 15 fps with the mechanical shutter, 20 fps rate with an electronic shutter, or a 30 fps rate with an electronic shutter and a 1.25x crop. In addition, the Fujifilm X-T4’s five-axis In-Body Image Stabilization (IBIS) provides up to 6.5 stops of image stabilization to make sure that, even in the midst of all the excitement, images remain steady and sharp. Simply put, addressing the needs of multimedia image-makers, the Fujifilm X-T4 is a versatile mirrorless camera that blends advanced stills and video capabilities along with enhanced workflow and assistive functionality. Continue reading “FujiFilm X-T4 Pre-order, in Stock & Availability Tracker .”

Sony a9 II Firmware 2.0 Released

Sony today has just released a new firmware for Sony a9 II, the firmware update is version 2.00, now available for download at Sony USA website. This is a major upgrade.

The new Sony a9 II provides silent continuous shooting up to 20 fps at full 24.2MP resolution (RAW+JPEG) with up to 60 AF/AE tracking calculations per second without EVF or LCD blackout.

The new Sony a9 II pro-level full frame mirrorless camera is in stock at Amazon and it will soon be in stock at B&H and Adorama. Continue reading “Sony a9 II Firmware 2.0 Released”

Panasonic Released Firmware Update V1.5 for Lumix S1, S1R Cameras

Panasonic releases minor firmware update for its Lumix S1S1R full frame mirrorless cameras. Firmware update version 1.5  adds new frame rate options for its NTSC region models.

Firmware version 1.5 adds support for ProGrade Digital CFexpress Type B cards as well as a new 50p/25p video frame rate option for NTSC region cameras. Panasonic has also disabled the ‘Delete All’ touch control option in playback mode to minimize the possibility of accidentally deleting all of your media.

Firmware version 1.5 for the S1 and S1R is available to download on Panasonic’s support page.

Canon EOS R5 Registered at Korean for 5GHZ Wi-Fi

The upcoming Canon EOS R5 full frame mirrorless camera now registered at Korean RRA. According to leaked registered info, Canon EOS R5 will feature with built-in 5GHz Wi-Fi.

We already know that Canon EOS R5 will be the 5D series Equivalent for Mirrorless. The new EOS R5 will be able to record 8K video at 30p with no crop. The new Canon EOS R5 camera already listed at Adorama and B&HPhoto.

Below are specs of Canon EOS R5: (rumored specifications in bold) Continue reading “Canon EOS R5 Registered at Korean for 5GHZ Wi-Fi”

New Patent: Canon RF 8mm f/4 Fisheye Lens

Canon has filed a new lens patent for RF-mount full frame mirrorless cameras. The patent application describes the RF 8mm f/4 Fisheye lens which will be the first for Canon RF mount lineup.

This fisheye lens would be good companion for the previously patented .

Check out the Canon RF 8mm f/4 Fisheye Lens patent details.  Continue reading “New Patent: Canon RF 8mm f/4 Fisheye Lens”

Canon RF 85mm f/2 IS STM Lens Coming in 2020

Canon is rumored to be working on a new affordable RF 85mm f/2 IS STM lens. This new 85mm prime is expected to be announced in 2020.

In addition, Canon is planning to a whole line of f/2-f/2.8 non-L prime lenses with IS in the next 12 months. And these prime lenses will range from 18mm to 85mm.

Canon currently has two 85mm RF lenses for Canon EOS R and EOS RP mirrorless cameras: RF 85mm f/1.2L USM Lens ($2,699) and RF 85mm f/1.2L USM DS “Defocus Smoothing” lens ($2,999).

This is the first time we’ve heard such a RF 85mm f/2 IS STM lens coming. So just take it with a grain of salt until we can confirm the information above.

The Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L USM lens is in stock and shipping at major stores in US. The price of the lens is $2,699 and available at B&H Photo Video/Adorama/Amazon.

Canon EOS-1D X Mark III DSLR Camera Now in Stock

Canon EOS-1D X Mark III camera now in stock and shipping at major stores in US. Check availability at B&H Photo Video and Adorama.com.

The new Canon EOS-1D X Mark III DSLR is a sports and action camera featuring a 20.1 Megapixel Full-frame CMOS sensor, combined with a cutting-edge new DIGIC X image processor. Continue reading “Canon EOS-1D X Mark III DSLR Camera Now in Stock”