Fujifilm XF 70-300 F4-5.6 R LM OIS WR Lens Review : Gets 84% Overall Score and Silver Award

DPReview has published full in-depth review and test results for the Fujinon XF70-300mmF4-5.6 R L LM R WR lens. The telephoto zoom lens achieves an excellent 84% overall score and Silver Award from the experts at DPReview.

Designed for sports and wildlife photographers, the US price of XF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 R LM OIS WR Lens is $799.

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Pictures of the new Canon RF 100mm f/2.8 L MACRO IS USM lens

Here are the first leaked pictures of the upcoming Canon RF 100mm f/2.8 L MACRO IS USM lens. This is one of the three new Canon mirrorless lenses that should be announced in the next few weeks.

The announcement of the macro lens will happen along with the other two telephoto lenses: RF 400mm f/2.8L IS USM lens and RF 600mm f/4L IS USM lens. We expect to see more product images, specifications and pricing info in the next several days. Continue reading “Pictures of the new Canon RF 100mm f/2.8 L MACRO IS USM lens”

Canon R5 Firmware 1.3.0 Review

Let’s take a look at the Canon R5 Firmware 1.3.0 review surfaced on the web. DPReview TV has published a video review of the latest firmware version 1.3.0 for Canon EOS R5.

In the video you can easily see how much the newly added features improve the Canon EOS R5 camera, inclduing C-Log 3 gamma, 1080/120p slow motion, and an 8K Raw lite codec.

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Sony a7R IIIA and a7R IVA Officially Announced

Sony quietly announced two small updated version of their current a7R III and a7R IV cameras: Sony a7R IIIA (LCE-7RM3A) and Sony a7R IVA (ILCE-7RM4A).

Both new models include several upgrades from the a7R III and a7R IV cameras. Pre-orders should be open soon at Adorama and B&H.

Here are the changes on the Sony a7R IIIA and a7R IVA cameras

  • LCD screen resolution changed from 1.44 million dots to 2,359,296 dots
  • Both cameras are now compatible with USB 3.2 (SuperSpeed USB 5Gbps)
  • No Sony logo under the LCD screen (see above picture)
  • The battery life has also been updated
  • Product pages on Sony: Sony a7R IIIA, Sony a7R IVA

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New Firmware Updates Released for Olympus E-M1X & E-M1 Mark III

New firmware updates released for Olympus OM-D E-M1X & E-M1 Mark III cameras. This is a minor update as  Olympus OM-D E-M1X firmware updated to version 2.1 while Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III firmware updated to version 1.3.

Olympus OM-D E-M1X Firmware Version 2.1

Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III Firmware Version 1.3

  • USB transmission with Mac equipped with M1 chip is now supported.
  • Stability of connection with ATOMOS products has been improved.

$1,000 off on Olympus OM-D E-M1X: $1,999 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

$100 off on Olympus E-M1 Mark III: $1,699 at Amazon, B&H

See also : Best Lenses for Olympus E-M1 Mark III and Best Memory Cards for Olympus E-M1 Mark III.

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Fujifilm introduces Instax Mini 40 instant camera

Fujifilm has introduced the Instax Mini 40, its latest instant camera. The Instax Mini 40 is essentially the Mini 11 in a different body, which means that you’re getting a 35mm equivalent lens, auto-exposure, a built-in flash and selfie mirror.

The Mini 40 is priced at $100 and will be available by the end of April. Pre-orders are open at B&H and Amazon.

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Pentax K-3 Mark III Now Available for Pre-order

You can now pre-order the new Pentax K-3 Mark III DSLR camera. The Pentax K-3 III is now available for pre-order at B&H, Adorama.  The US price of the APS-c camera starts from $1,999.95.

Pentax K-3 Mark III Price Details

  • PENTAX K-3 Mark III Black, $1,999.99
  • PENTAX K-3 Mark III Silver, $1,999.99
  • K-3 Mark III Black Premium Kit, $2,299.99
  • PENTAX K-3 Mark III Silver Premium Kit, $2,299.99

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Nikon Released Firmware Updates for NIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 & Z 85mm f/1.8 S Lenses

Nikon released new firmware update version 1.01 for Nikon NIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 S and NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S Lenses. You can follow the link below to download the firmware update.

Changes from Firmware Version 1.00 to 1.01

  • • Fixed an issue with Z-series cameras that caused the shooting display to brighten momentarily and “F–” to appear in the aperture displays while autofocus was in progress.

Download links:

Nikon NIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 S Lens Firmware Version 1.01

Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S Lens Firmware Version 1.01

Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.8 S Lens: $796.95 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Nikon NIKKOR Z 20mm f/1.8 S Lens: $1,046.95 at B&HPhoto/Adorama/Amazon

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Full List of the Discontinued Canon EF Lenses

Here is up-to-date full list of the EF-mount Canon lenses that have been discontinued by the company. In addition to the EF 40mm lens, Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 and EF 800mm f/5.6L IS lenses are now also discontinued. Continue reading “Full List of the Discontinued Canon EF Lenses”

Pentax K-3 Mark III Additional Coverage w/ Pre-Order Links

The flagship APS-C format Pentax K-3 Mark III DSLR camera is now official. The US price is $1,999.95 and the new Pentax K-3 Mark III is available for pre-order: Adorama | B&H | Amazon.

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