Sony A7000: What We Know So Far

Sony is about to announce a new flagship APS-C mirrorless camera called the Sony A7000. Here is a recap of the Sony Alpha A7000, everything we know so far.

The upcoming Sony A7000 flagship APs-c camera will sit above the Alpha A6500 in the line-up. BTW it could also be a new line of APS-C Sony cameras.

When it comes to the specs, the list of features of the Sony a7000 will be shaped like a mini-A9. So expect higher burst speed and A7-series like design. Anyway here are what we know so far about the Sony A7000 camera considering previous rumors.  Continue reading “Sony A7000: What We Know So Far”

First Olympus E-M1X Reviews

First Olympus E-M1X reviews now available online. Check out the latest OM-D E-M1X reviews with sample images. The Olympus E-M1X camera is now in stock an shipping and is currently in stock at Amazon.

The E-M1X is the largest, heaviest and toughest camera in the Micro Four Thirds system to date, measuring 144x147x75mm and weighing 997g with its two battery packs fitted. Check out the latest Olympus E-M1x reviews below.

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Firmware Version 1.20 for Canon EOS R Announced

Canon has announced a new firmware update version 1.20 for Canon EOS R full frame mirrorless camera This firmware will be officially released in April, 2019.

You can follow the links below to learn more about the firmware update ver 1.20. Canon EOS R body :  ($2,299 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama) Continue reading “Firmware Version 1.20 for Canon EOS R Announced”

First Ricoh GR III Camera Reviews with Sample Images

First Ricoh GR III camera reviews now available on several sites. Ricoh GR III is a new compact camera with a 24 megapixel APS-C  image sensor and 28mm fixed focal length lens.

A gallery of sample JPEG and RAW images with the Ricoh GR III can be found at PhotographyBlog website.

The Ricoh GR III currently selling for $899.  Check availability at (Amazon / B&H Photo Video / Adorama) . Also check out the comparison between the Ricoh GR III vs Ricoh GR II cameras.  Continue reading “First Ricoh GR III Camera Reviews with Sample Images”

Samyang AF 85mm f/1.4 FE Lens Price $699, now Available for Pre-order

The newly announced Samyang AF 85mm f/1.4 FE lens now finally available for pre-order at Adorama. The US price for this lens is $699.00.

AF 85mm F1.4 FE 

The AF 85mm F1.4 FE is inspired by the optical vision of the MF 85mm F1.4 AS IF UMC, which has been loved for its beautiful out-of-focus images since its launch in 2008: however, this new lens develops the original’s existing strengths with a much more advanced optical design, newly optimized for mirrorless cameras. This lens of great value and charm with high resolution encapsulates Samyang’s universally respected 40-year optical technology in your photographs. Continue reading “Samyang AF 85mm f/1.4 FE Lens Price $699, now Available for Pre-order”

Sony RX0 II Announced, The World’s Smallest and Lightest Premium Ultra-Compact Camera

Sony RX0 II, the world’s smallest and lightest premium compact camera officially announced. The US price is $698 and shipping will start from March 28, 2019.

Building upon the waterproof/dustproof, shockproof, crushproof and ultra-compact qualities of the original RX0, the new model now offers internal 4K recording, an adjustable LCD screen that tilts upward 180 degrees and downward 90 degrees and that even works underwater, and new image stabilization solutions for video recording.

Sony RX0 II: $698 at B&H.

Sony VCT-SGR1 Shooting Grip: $98 at B&H.  Continue reading “Sony RX0 II Announced, The World’s Smallest and Lightest Premium Ultra-Compact Camera”

Best Telephoto Lenses for Canon DSLRs

Best Telephoto Lenses for Canon DSLR Cameras. Looking for recommended telephoto lenses for Canon DSLR cameras? Here are the top rated telephoto lenses for Canon DSLRs.

You know, a telephoto lens is a lens whose focal length is longer than the focal length of a standard lens. Today, we’ll concentrate on telephoto prime lenses (including super telephoto prime lenses) and telephoto zoom lenses to find out the best telephoto lenses for Canon Full Frame DSLR Cameras and APS-C DSLR Cameras.

Below are the best telephoto lenses for Canon DSLRs. All the lists are based on the test results from DxOMark. You can choose the one you need. Continue reading “Best Telephoto Lenses for Canon DSLRs”

Panasonic G95 Coming in April with 20MP Sensor

The successor to the Lumix G85 (Amazon | B&H | Adorama) , the upcoming Panasonic Lumix G95 camera is rumored to be announced in April.

The new and updated SLR-style mid-range interchangeable lens mirrorless camera  is also rumored feature 20.0-megapixel Digital Live MOS Sensor and new Venus Engine. Continue reading “Panasonic G95 Coming in April with 20MP Sensor”

Firmware : Major Sony a9 Version 5.0 Released

Major Sony A9 firmware update version 5.0 has been released.

Firmware version 5.0 for the Sony α9 adds Sony’s newly-developed, AI-driven Real-time Tracking mode for precise and robust subject tracking.

The Sony a9 is now $500 off: Adorama | B&H |Amazon

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Sony A7S III Announcement Rumored for October 2019

Next Sony full frame E-mount camera would be the Sony A7S III as the third version of this low-light king rumored  before October 2019.

According to recent reports, we can see the Sony A7S III announcement before October. So expect a product announcement in late Summer.

To combine previous reports from the rumor mill, we can cleary expect a new sensor, maybe with global shutter  and 4k @ 60p video shooting speed. Continue reading “Sony A7S III Announcement Rumored for October 2019”