Canon EOS R6 Mark II & RF 135mm f/1.8L IS USM Lens Officially Announced

Canon today officially announced the new Canon EOS R6 Mark II & RF 135mm f/1.8L IS USM Lens. Now the new products – Canon EOS R6 Mark II & RF 135mm f/1.8L IS USM Lens – are available for pre-order at B&H, Adorama.

Pre-order links:

Canon EOS R6 Mark II Pre-order links:

Canon RF 135mm f/1.8L IS USM Lens Pre-order links:

Canon Speedlite EL-5 Flash Pre-order links:

Canon EOS R6 Mark II Key Features

  • 24.2MP Full-Frame CMOS Sensor
  • 4K60 10-Bit Internal Video, C-Log 3
  • External 6K ProRes RAW Recording
  • Dual Pixel CMOS AF II
  • 12 fps Mech. Shutter, 40 fps E. Shutter
  • Sensor-Shift 5-Axis Image Stabilization
  • 3.69m-Dot OLED EVF
  • 3″ 1.62m-Dot Vari-Angle Touchscreen LCD
  • Dual UHS-II Memory Card Slots
  • Multi-Function Shoe, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth

Canon RF 135mm f/1.8L IS USM Lens Key Features

  • RF-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
  • Aperture Range: f/1.8 to f/22
  • Nano USM AF System
  • Optical Image Stabilizer
  • Ultra-Low Dispersion Elements
  • Air Sphere Coating
  • Lens Function Buttons and Control Ring
  • Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm

Canon Speedlite EL-5 Key Features

  • 2.4 GHz Wireless Radio Transmission
  • Guide Number: 197′ at ISO 100 and 200mm
  • Runs on LP-EL Lithium-Ion Battery
  • Modeling Lamp; Multi-Function Shoe
  • Zoom Range: 24-200mm (14mm with Panel)
  • Recycle Time: 0.1-1.2 Seconds
  • Extended Control from 1/1 to 1/1024
  • Joystick, Dial, and High-Definition LCD
  • Remote Control with Camera Connect App
  • Dust and Moisture-Resistant Construction

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Fujifilm X-T5 & XF 30mm f/2.8 R LM WR Macro Lens Officially Announced

Fujifilm officially announced the new Fujifilm X-T5 & XF 30mm f/2.8 R LM WR Macro Lens. Now the new products – Fujifilm X-T5 & XF 30mm f/2.8 R LM WR Macro Lens – are available for pre-order at major US stores.

Shipping of the Fujifilm X-T5 & XF 30mm f/2.8 R LM WR Macro Lens products will start on November 17, 2022.

Pre-order links:

Fujifilm X-T5: $1,699.95 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Fujifilm X-T5 with XF 18-55mm Lens Kit: $2,099.95 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Fujifilm X-T5 with XF 16-80mm Lens Kit: $2,199.95 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

→ EUROPE: AmazonUK / AmazonDE

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OM SYSTEM OM-5 Officially Announced, Price $1,199

OM SYSTEM OM-5 mirrorless camera is now officially announced. he OM-5 is a smaller, lighter alternative to the OM System OM-1 for content creators whose primary interest is an outdoor pursuit like walking or climbing, while the OM-1’s target market is dedicated photographers and videographers.

Compact, lightweight, and durable, the OM SYSTEM OM-5 mirrorless camera is suitable for both still pictures and video capture. Even though its body is the same as the older OM-D E-M5 Mark III, its processing has been improved so that it can use computational photography features that were only available on more expensive cameras before.

The OM SYSTEM OM-5 will be available for $1,199.99 body-only and $1599.99 with the 12-45mm f/4 PRO lens as a kit.

Pre-order links:

OM SYSTEM OM-5 body: $1,199.99 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

OM SYSTEM OM-5 with 12-45mm f/4 PRO Lens: $1,599.99 at B&H, Adorama. Continue reading “OM SYSTEM OM-5 Officially Announced, Price $1,199”

Major Nikon Z9 Firmware Version 3.00 Released

Nikon released a major firmware update version 3.00 for Nikon Z9 mirrorless camera on October 26th, 2022.

Nikon Z9 is available and currently selling for $5,496.95 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama. You can see the details of Nikon Z9 Firmware Update Version 3.00 as well as download link. Continue reading “Major Nikon Z9 Firmware Version 3.00 Released”

Sony A7R V Announced : (61MP, AI-based AF, 8 stops IBIS, $3898)

Sony officially announces the new Sony A7R V. The high-resolution model offers 61.0MP still images plus the most effective 8-step image stabilization system ever offered in any of Sony’s Alpha cameras, as well as refined 8K movie recording, a new 4-axis multi-angle LCD monitor, high-speed communication functions, high-level operability and smooth workflow integration. This new camera is ideal for professionals who want a first-class high-resolution imaging tool.

Sony’s newest high-res a7R V camera features massive processing power and new AI autofocus.

Sony A7r V Price and Release Date:

Sony a7R V costs $3,898, first available for pre-order

In US at B&HPhoto, Amazon, Adorama
In EU at Amazon DE, Amazon UK

The official release date for a7R5 is in December 2022. Continue reading “Sony A7R V Announced : (61MP, AI-based AF, 8 stops IBIS, $3898)”

Best Memory Cards for Fujifilm X-H2

Best memory cards for Fujifilm X-H2, including CFexpress Type B and UHS-II SD cards. In this guide you can find our recommendations on the best memory cards for Fujifilm X-H2.

The Fujifilm X-H2 has dual memory card slots: 1 x CFexpress (Type B) card slot and 1 x UHS-II SD card slot. The CFexpress Type B slot should be prioritized for higher bitrate video recording and fast continuous shooting, and the SD slot is a convenient alternative for backups or less speed-critical shooting.

Featuring a new, back-illuminated 40.2MP X-Trans CMOS 5 HR sensor and the high-speed X-Processor 5, the Fujifilm X-H2 (Amazon, B&H, Adorama) is capable of shooting at up to 20 fps when working with an electronic shutter, or shooting speeds of up to 15 fps with the mechanical shutter. Despite its focus on photography, the Fujifilm X-H2 has an impressive video system capable of 4:2:2 10-bit internal recording in 8K at 30fps and in both DCI/UHD 4K at up to 60 fps and Full HD at up to 240p.

Below are the best memory cards for Fujifilm X-H2, including  CFexpress cards (Type B) and UHS-II SD cards. Hope our recommendations help you to the best out of your Fujifilm X-H2 camera.

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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”

Fujifilm X-T5 to Be Announced in November 2022

Fujifilm X-T5 rumored to Be Announced in November 2022. Until now, it was rumored that the Fujifilm X-T5 would be announced by the end of this year, and it seems that it has been confirmed in November.

The release date and price for the Fuji X-T5 are currently unknown, but the Fujifilm X-T5 is said to have the same 40MP sensor as the X-H2. It will be interesting to see how much the “X-T5” improves over the “X-T4” and how it differentiates itself from the Fuji X-H2 ($1,999 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama). See also : Fujifilm X-H2 Vs X-H2S – Comparison. Take a look at the first Fujifilm X-T5 specifications leaked so far : Continue reading “Fujifilm X-T5 to Be Announced in November 2022”

Latest Updates on Sony a7R V Specifications

We have the Sony A7R V announcement date rumored as October 26th. Before the official announceent, two rumor sites have shared the first specifications of the upcoming Sony a7R V mirrorless camera.

The main conflict is on the sensor resolution. Sony A7R V might feature 61MP or 63MP sensor. However both sites mentions that the main improvement in image quality will be achieved by a faster processor. So the sensor of the A7rV will have mostly the SAME resolution as the previous A7r IV. Here are the details: Continue reading “Latest Updates on Sony a7R V Specifications”

More Updates on Canon EOS R6 Mark II Specifications

Here are some more leaked information for the Canon EOS R6 Mark II specifications. The 2nd version of EOS R6 camera is expected to be announced soon.

More items have been added to the list of credible specs for the EOS R6 Mark II. Of these, “digital teleconverter” and “hybrid audio” are functions that are not used in the current model, and seem to be the first functions to be introduced in the R6 Mark II.

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