Laowa Argus 33mm f/0.95 CF APO Lens Now Available for Pre-order

Venus Optics Laowa Argus 33mm f/0.95 CF APO Lens for APS-C format mirrorless cameras is now available for pre-order.

Available in Canon RF, Nikon Z, Sony E and Fujifilm X mounts, the new Laowa Argus 33mm f/0.95 CF APO Lens priced at $499. Check availability at B&HAdorama.

Overview of the lens attached to a Sony A6600: Continue reading “Laowa Argus 33mm f/0.95 CF APO Lens Now Available for Pre-order”

First Leaked Image of Panasonic GH5 Mark II

Nokishita leaked the first image of the Panasonic LUMIX DC-GH5 Mark II camera. The Micro Four Thirds shooter is expected to be announced on May 25, 2021, along with the Panasonic Lumix S 50mm f/1.8 Lens.

Panasonic GH5 Mark II will actually be an updated version of the current GH5 model. Here is the first Leaked Image of Panasonic GH5 Mark II with full specifications. Continue reading “First Leaked Image of Panasonic GH5 Mark II”

TAMRON Lenses Honored with Two Prestigious TIPA Awards in 2021

Tamron announces the presentation by the Technical Image Press Association (TIPA) of its TIPA Award 2021 to two TAMRON lenses: 17-70mm F/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD (Model B070) for “BEST STANDARD ZOOM LENS” and 70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VXD (Model A056) for “BEST TELEPHOTO ZOOM LENS.” TAMRON has been honored with TIPA Awards for eight consecutive years.

BEST STANDARD ZOOM LENS

Tamron 17-70mm f/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD Lens for Sony E: $799  at B&H and Adorama.

BEST TELEPHOTO ZOOM LENS
70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VXD (Model A056) : $1,199 AmazonB&HAdorama

Excerpt from the Award Citation of the TIPA Jury: Continue reading “TAMRON Lenses Honored with Two Prestigious TIPA Awards in 2021”

Panasonic GH5 Mark II Coming on May 25

Panasonic LUMIX DC-GH5 Mark II camera announcement is scheduled to happen on Tuesday, May 25, 2021, at 10:00am EDT. Panasonic GH5 Mark II will actually be an updated version of the current GH5 model.

“We are pleased to announce that we will present new LUMIX GH series cameras at an online launch event. The event will be held on Tuesday, May 25, 2021, at 10:00am EDT. (Facebook)”

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Confirmed: The New Sony APS-C E-Mount Camera Coming Soon

It is now confirmed that the new Sony APS-C format E-mount camera coming soon. The official announcement is expected to happen next week!

Just like the Sony ZV-1 replaced the RX100 series, this new Sony APS-C E-mount camera will not be named as a5xxx or a6xxx. It will use a new naming structure and will be the first APS-C E-mount camera of a new line. In addition, this Sony APS-C E-mount camera is not really a High End model, but a compact VLOGGER E-mount camera. More details after the break! Continue reading “Confirmed: The New Sony APS-C E-Mount Camera Coming Soon”

Zeiss ZX1 Firmware Update Version 1.4 adds face-detection AF, Lightroom Update and more

Zeiss has announced a major firmware update for its $6,000 Android-powered ZX1 camera . The new Firmware Update Version 1.4 adds face-detection autofocus, an updated version of Adobe Lightroom and more. The best part is, firmware version 1.4 for the ZX1 is available to download directly to the camera over Wi-Fi.

The US price is $6,000.  Zeiss ZX1 Camera available at AdoramaB&H. Continue reading “Zeiss ZX1 Firmware Update Version 1.4 adds face-detection AF, Lightroom Update and more”

Camera Grand Prix 2021 Winners Announced

Camera Journal Press Club (CJPC, Japan) announced the winners of Camera Grand Prix 2021. As a result the best camera of the year is the Sony a1 and the readers award goes to Canon EOS R5.

The two most exciting cameras in 2021 for sure. Here is the complete list of winners :  Continue reading “Camera Grand Prix 2021 Winners Announced”

Fujifilm Notice of Mirrorless Cameras and Lens Delays

Fujifilm has issued a press release, explaining that due to shortage in parts, some Fujifilm gear will see shipping delays.

Notice regarding supply of mirrorless digital cameras and interchangeable lenses
May 18, 2021

Dear customers

We would like to express our sincere gratitude for your continued patronage of FUJIFILM products.

For some models of the mirrorless digital camera “FUJIFILM X-S10” and interchangeable lenses for the mirrorless digital camera “X series”, it may take some time before the product is delivered due to the delay in parts procurement. ..

We deeply apologize for any inconvenience caused to our customers.

Affected Gear: Continue reading “Fujifilm Notice of Mirrorless Cameras and Lens Delays”

Nikon Z6 II Sensor Review: Familiar sensor performance (94 Points)

DxOMark completed their full in-depth review for 24.5MP BSI sensor inside the Nikon Z6 II camera. According to their sensor review; the Nikon Z6 II achieved an excellent overall DxOMark sensor score of 94 points, with a combination of 24 bits color depth, 14.4 EV dynamic range, and 3303 ISO low-light score.

LIM Leather Half Cases for Nikon Z6 II and Z7 II cameras

The price of the Nikon Z6 II body is $1,999, check pre-order options at Amazon | B&H Adorama,

New Nikon Z5, Z6, Z7, and FTZ adapter rebates also introduced in the US. Continue reading “Nikon Z6 II Sensor Review: Familiar sensor performance (94 Points)”

Canon RF Mount Cinema Lenses Coming with Cinema EOS C300S and C500S

Canon is rumored to announce new RF mount Cinema EOS cameras Cinema EOS C300S and Cinema EOS C500S later this year. Now looks like Canon will announce a new line of RF mount prime lenses along with these three new Cinema EOS cameras.

The official announcement will come just ahead of NAB show 2021, which will be held in October 2021. Here are the details : Continue reading “Canon RF Mount Cinema Lenses Coming with Cinema EOS C300S and C500S”