Sony today announced several additions to its impressive imaging line-up — the Alpha 7C full-frame camera (model ILCE-7C), the FE 28-60mmF4-5.6 (model SEL2860) zoom lens and HVL-F28RM flash.
When paired with the world’s smallest and lightest FE 28-60mm F4-5.6 standard zoom lens, this versatile combination delivers an experience unlike any other, maximising portability and versatility without sacrificing any of the power of full-frame imaging. The HVL-F28RM flash allows users to broaden their photo expressions with outstanding compactness and an intelligent light intensity control linked to camera face detection.
Skylum’s LuminarAI is first image editor fully powered by artificial Intelligence. With LuminarAI, creating striking photos becomes surprisingly easy and fun. It automates the most common manual tasks and simplifies complexity so that you have more time to create an engaging story.
LuminarAI goes further than previous versions in integrating machine learning into the photo editing process. Features include Body AI and Face AI for refining portraits. Iris AI lets you fine tune subjects’ eyes, while Skin AI removes imperfections.
Landscape photographers have Sky Enhancer and Atmosphere AI tools to add details to skies. Or Sky AI will enable you to completely replace your sky. Other tools such as Golden Hour and Sunrays allow you to enhance the sunlight in your scenes.
Luminar AI will be available as a stand-alone application and plug-in for macOS and Windows.
Fujifilm officially announced the new Fujifilm XF 50mm f/1 R WR Lens. The X-Mount Fujinon XF 50mm f/1.0 R WR features weather-sealing and is designed to give beautiful bokeh.
The US price is $1,499.95 and it will be released on September 25, 2020. Now the new Fujifilm XF 50mm f/1 R WR Lens is available for pre-order at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.
The XF 50mm F1.0 has 12 elements in nine groups, and contains one aspherical element and two extra-low dispersion (ED) elements. It has a rounded diaphragm and its wide maximum aperture means that, paired with Fujifilm’s X-Pro3 and X-T4 cameras, users can autofocus at a luminance level of -7EV. Continue reading “Fujifilm XF 50mm f/1 R WR Lens Announced, Price $1,499”
Sony Electronics today announced the launch of Cinema Line, a series of new camera products for a wide range of content creators which will bring together Sony’s expertise in image quality, attention to detail, technology and passion in digital cinema.
Cinema Line will deliver not only the coveted cinematographic look cultivated through extensive experience in digital cinema production, but also the enhanced operability and reliability that meet discerning creators’ various needs. The new series will extend beyond basic cinema camera and professional camcorder form factors.
In 2000, Sony released the ground-breaking HDW-F900. The HDW-F900 marked the beginning of digital cinema history as the world’s first 24p digital cinema camera. VENICE and other products followed in response to countless dialogues with cinematographers and image creators.
Existing products in the Sony range will form part of the Cinema Line include VENICE and FX9. VENICE has become a first choice for digital movie production, and the FX9 has an outstanding track record in documentary production. The next step will appeal to a wider spectrum of visual creators. Sony will be releasing and shipping this next addition to the Cinema Line, the FX6 camera by the end of 2020.
Each of the Cinema Line cameras will evolve with user feedback: The FX9 Version 3 upgrade, available in 2021, will see the addition of the S700PTP[i] allowing Remote Control of Sony’s camera, a Center Scan mode for Super 16mm lens and B4 Lens support with its adaptor as well as other features. In parallel, as of November 2020, the VENICE camera will see additional features in V6.0 version which will improve its operability in broadcast and live environments.
“The voice of our customer is critical to everything we do,” said Neal Manowitz, Deputy President of Imaging Products and Solutions Americas at Sony Electronics. “We have the deepest respect for filmmakers, cinematographers and storytellers, and will continue to evolve our product line to meet and exceed their demands. Just as our VENICE camera was designed to capture the emotion in every frame, our new Cinema Line expands that vision to allow a broader range of creators to push their boundaries further, and capture and create like they’ve never been able to before.”
In addition to the announcement of Panasonic Lumix S5, Panasonic has also announced that they will be releasing firmware update for its existing S-series of full-frame mirrorless cameras to enhance functions and usability by the end of 2020.
Panasonic S1R will be able to capture 5K video but the greatest significance is likely to be enhanced autofocus performance for the S1, S1R and S1H.
Panasonic says the firmware update will arrive by the end of 2020, and we have to say, we’re pleased to see significant updates making their way into the company’s existing cameras.
Fujifilm officially announced the development of the FUJINON Premista 19-45mm T2.9 lightweight wide cinema zoom lens (“Premista 19-45mm”) for large format sensor cameras, as well as preview the SK35-700mm telephoto PL mount box lens.
Fujinon Premista 19-45mm T2.9 Large-Format Cine Lens (PL) is now listed at B&H.
Key Features:
Covers Large-Format Sensor Size
46.3mm Diameter Image Circle
ZEISS eXtended & Cooke /i Lens Data
280° Focus Rotation
Covers up to large-format sensors
Constant T2.9 maximum aperture across 19 to 45mm focal length
PL mount with hex-adjustable flange focal distance
Compatible with both ZEISS eXtended Data and Cooke /i Technology lens data
Premium optical quality with low distortion from center to corners
Sharp imaging with minimal aberration at any position or distance from the subject
High dynamic range; suppresses unwanted flare and ghosting
Color-matching to Fujifilm cine lens lineup simplifies color grading
13-blade iris for smooth bokeh effects
Wide 280° of barrel rotation for precision focusing
Panasonic announced the LUMIX S5 full-frame mirrorless camera. The Panasonic S5 will join the current S1, S1R and S1H models. Panasonic S5 will be unveiled on Wednesday, September 2, 2020, at 14:00 UTC.
