Leica APO-Summicron-M 35mm f/2 ASPH Lens Announced

Leica has announced the release of the APO-Summicron-M 35mm F2 ASPH. The compact 35mm F2 is the closest-focusing M-mount lens, with a minimum focus distance of just 30cm (11.8″).  The US price of the lens is $8,195 and it is now available for pre-order at B&H.

The lens has a close focusing distance of 30cm, and has been designed to give maximum image performance, with 10 elements, in 5 groups, with 3 aspherical elements, and 6 of the elemtns are designed to reduce chromatic and apochromatic aberrations. The lens has 11 aperture blades for an almost circular aperture circle, and the lens has been designed to give exceptional image quality even when used wide-open.

Pre-order links:

Pre-order Leica APO-Summicron-M 35mm f/2 ASPH Lens: $8,195 at B&H.

Leica APO-Summicron-M 35mm f/2 ASPH Lens Key Features

  • Leica M-Mount Lens
  • Aperture Range: f/2 to f/16
  • Apochromatic Design
  • Three Aspherical Elements
  • 10 Elements in 5 Groups
  • Manual Focus Design
  • Minimum Focusing Distance: 11.8″
  • Filter Thread: 39mm
  • Included Lens Hood and Leather Pouch

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Some Crazy Canon EOS R1 Features Revealed

A new list of features has been revealed for the Canon EOS R1. Since it has been published in many different places on the Internet, we present it below, but you should not pay much attention to it.

These Canon EOS R1 features, which are far from reality, are likely to have been fabrimade upated and put forward. Because we can only imagine such a perfect and crazy camera. Anyway, let’s present the details for EOS R1 features without further ado. Continue reading “Some Crazy Canon EOS R1 Features Revealed”

Nikon Releases NX Studio Software That Combines ViewNX-i and Capture NX-D

Nikon has announced the release of NX Studio image. The video editing/viewing software combines the best bits of Nikon’s View NX-i and Capture NX-D software applications in a single piece of software.

The newly released Nikon NX Studio is essentially a replacement for both applications, offering almost every feature of the pair in a single program. Capture NX-D and ViewNX-i will remain available for download, but are unlikely to be updated to add support for new cameras or compatibility with future operating system updates.

Nikon digital camera users can download the software, free of charge, from today and those who currently use View NX-i and Capture NX-D are advised to switch to NX Studio as View NX-i and Capture NX-D will no longer be updated so they’re compatible with the latest OS and new functions won’t be added either. Continue reading “Nikon Releases NX Studio Software That Combines ViewNX-i and Capture NX-D”

Sony a1 Stock Notice, Shipping Scheduled for March 9th

Let’s make a small update about the Sony a1 stock status. Sony a1 pre-orders are ongoing and the new mirrorless camera was previously expected to be released around March 4. However, Sony a1 shipping is now scheduled to begin around March 9, according to the B&H Photo product page.

Sony a1 will be one of the best selling mirrorless cameras in 2021. So, if you are interested or want to get as far to the front of the list as you can, you should probably go ahead and pre-order now.  The price of the high-end full frame mirrorless camera is $6,499 and available at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.  Continue reading “Sony a1 Stock Notice, Shipping Scheduled for March 9th”

Canon EOS R5 in Stock and Availability Tracker

Looking for the Canon EOS R5 availability? Here is our FREE Canon EOS R5 in stock and availability tracker.

The Canon EOS R5 full frame mirrorless camera was officially announced on July 9, 2020. Featuring a newly developed 45MP Full-Frame CMOS Sensor along with the DIGIC X processor, the Canon EOS R5 (Amazon, B&H, Adorama) supports impressively high-resolution DCI 8K 30 fps raw video recording internally along with 4K recording up to 120 fps in 4:2:2 10-bit with Canon Log, and it is capable of quick continuous shooting up to 12 fps with a mechanical shutter, or silent 20 fps with an electronic shutter.

Both the Canon EOS R5 and the EOS R6 are super hot selling mirrorless cameras on the market. Canon EOS R5 in stock.

So, the Canon EOS R5 is absolute game changer in the full-frame mirrorless camera market If you are interested or want to get as far to the front of the list as you can, you should probably go ahead and pre-order now. All the authorized Canon dealers will not charge your card until they actually ship the item to you, and you can cancel it anytime. Continue reading “Canon EOS R5 in Stock and Availability Tracker”

Canon XC20, C50, XF505 and 8K Camera Rumors Update

Here are some new tidbits about the list upcoming Canon video gear, possibly to be released in 2021. Accordingly, Canon may announce  XC20, C50, and XF505 this year.

Canon has released their first RF mount Cinema EOS C70. The US price of Canon EOS C70 cinema camera is $5,499 and available at B&H and Adorama.

Here is a list of new video related cameras to be announced in 2021. Continue reading “Canon XC20, C50, XF505 and 8K Camera Rumors Update”

Sony a1 vs Canon EOS R5 Video Features Comparison

A new Sony a1 vs Canon EOS R5 comparison video has been released. This time around, we can see which of the two top full-frame mirrorless cameras stand out depending on the video capabilities and usage.

Both Sony a1 and Canon EOS R5 is capable of recording DCI 8K 30 fps raw video internally as well as 4K video up to 120 fps in 4:2:2 10-bit. They are almost identical on a spec sheet for video but real world shooting painted a completely different picture!

Dan Watson has published another “amazing” comparison video about Sony a1 vs Canon EOS R5 movie shooting capabilities. The video rewview compares the $6,500 full-frame 50MP 30 frames per second (FPS) Sony a1 vs the $4,500 45MP 20 FPS Canon EOS R5 Check it out to find out the results. Continue reading “Sony a1 vs Canon EOS R5 Video Features Comparison”

Laowa Unveils Argus line of f/0.95 Prime Lenses

Venus Optics has released the Argus line of f/0.95 prime lenses. There are five new manual Laowa lenses, including three for full-frame camera systems, one for APS-C camera systems and one for Micro Four Thirds (MFT) camera systems.

Laowa has unveiled f/0.95 prime lenses that comprise its new Argus line – three for full frame, and one each for APS-C and Micro Four Thirds cameras. Venus Optics lenses are sold at Adorama and B&H.

Here is another set of specifications from the company’s CP+  presentation: Continue reading “Laowa Unveils Argus line of f/0.95 Prime Lenses”

Nikon Z50 Firmware Update Version 2.03 and D780 Version 1.0.2 Released

Nikon has released a new firmware update for Nikon Z50 and Nikon D780 digital cameras. You can see the details and download links of the Z50 firmware update version 2.03 and D780 version 1.0.2 below.

Nikon D780 Body: $2,296.95 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama

Nikon Z50 Body: $856.95 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

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Nikon Z Mount Patents: Z 16-34mm f/2.8, Z 18-50mm f/2.8-4 & Z 16-50mm f/4 Lenses

Nikon has filed three new patents for Z mount mirrorless cameras. The application describes NIKKOR Z 16-34mm f/2.8 Lens, NIKKOR Z 18-50mm f/2.8-4 Lens and NIKKOR Z 16-50mm f/4 Lens.

We can say that all Z-mount lenses are designed for Nikon full frame mirrorless camera system. As you remember, in a CP + 2021 event interview, Nikon manager stated that the company is considering to release many new cameras and lenses in 2021.

Nikon plans to have a total of 27 lenses and 2 teleconverters on the Z lens roadmap by 2022. Nikkor Z lens roadmap: Continue reading “Nikon Z Mount Patents: Z 16-34mm f/2.8, Z 18-50mm f/2.8-4 & Z 16-50mm f/4 Lenses”