Tag: Announcement

New Irix Cine 150mm T3.0 Macro 1:1 Lens Released

Irix released a new version of their 150mm T3.0 macro 1:1 cine lens for EF/RF/E/Z/MFT/MFT/PL mount. Check availability and pricing at Adorama, Amazon, and B&H.

Irix 150mm cine lens features

  • Ultra HD 8K ready optics with superb image resolution
  • Full Frame 43.3mm coverage
  • Weather-sealed construction
  • Same height aperture and focus rings
  • Similar size and weight
  • Color matched
  • Standard 0.8m pitch mod gears
  • Standard front diameter of 95mm
  • Multiple mounts: Canon EF, Arri PL, Canon RF, Sony E, MFT, Leica L, Nikon Z

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Announced: Venus Optics Laowa 19mm f/2.8 Zero-D GFX Medium Format Lens

Venus Optics has announced the release of a new Laowa 19mm F2.8 Zero-D lens for Fujifilm GFX camera systems. The Laowa 19mm F2.8 Zero-D lens is available to purchase today for $999 through Venus Optics’ online shop.

Main Features

    • Light & Compact
    • 110° Ultra-Wide Angle of View
    • Fast Aperture of f/2.8
    • Zero Distortion
    • 18cm Minimum Focusing Distance
    • 77mm Filter Thread
    • 10-Point Sunstars
    • Focusing Scale Adjustment System

Lens Specifications

Laowa 19mm f/2.8 Zero-D GFX
Focal Length 19mm
Angle of View 110°
Aperture Range f/2.8-22
Format Medium Format
Lens Structure 12 elements in 10 groups

(2 Aspherical Lens, 3 ED glass, 1 UHR glass)
Aperture Blades 5
Min. Focusing Distance 18cm (7”)
Max. Magnification 0.185X
Filter Thread Ø 77mm
Dimensions Ø 82.6 x 80mm (3.27” x 3.15”)
Weight 546g (~19.2 oz)
Mounts Fujifilm G

Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN Contemporary Lens for FUJIFILM X Announced, Priced $549

Sigma has just officially announced the new Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN Contemporary Lens for FUJIFILM X mount. It is ideal for a wide range of photo and video applications including landscapes, protraits, street photography, architecture and events. It is a small, light and brand standard zoom lens for Fujifilm x mount.

The US price of the Sigma 18–50mm f/2.8 DC DN lens is $549 and set for release in December 2022.

First review is here at Sigma Adds FUJIFILM X-Mount Version of 18-50mm f/2.8 Contemporary Lens

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Ricoh Announces the New Pentax KF DSLR Camera

Ricoh Imaging announces a new Pentax KF, a slightly-tweaked version of its K-70 APS-C DSLR camera.

The Pentax KF DSLR will be available in black starting ‘late November 2022’ on Ricoh Imaging’s online shop for $849.95, body only. If you pair it with the Pentax DA L 18–55mm F3.5–5.6 AL WR lens as a kit, it’ll set you back $949.95. Limited-edition ‘Crystal Blue’ and ‘Crystal White’ versions of the KF will also be available exclusively through Ricoh Imaging’s online shop for $899.95 (only 700 of each are being produced).

Pre-orders are coming soon at Adorama, B&H Photo, and Amazon. Continue reading “Ricoh Announces the New Pentax KF DSLR Camera”

Nikon NIKKOR Z 600mm f/4 TC VR S Lens Officially Announced

Nikon officially announced the new NIKKOR Z 600mm f/4 TC VR S lens with a built-in 1.4x teleconverter. The US price is $15,496.95, and it is now available for pre-order at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

With its built-in 1.4x teleconverter, this lens is the longest Z-mount lens Nikon has manufactured to date, with an effective focal length of 840mm. There are a total of 19 elements in the lens (26 with the teleconverter), including 3 ED elements, 2 Super ED elements, and 2 short-wavelength refractive (SR) elements.

This Nikon NIKKOR Z 600mm f/4 TC VR S lens is a super-telephoto prime designed to withstand the challenges of shooting sports and wildlife. In addition to its long focal length, brilliant f/4 design, fast AF, and powerful VR, this NIKKOR Z 600mm f/4 TC VR S lens stands out because of its built-in 1.4x teleconverter, which allows for almost quick change to an effective 840mm f/5.6 for even longer reach when necessary.

In addition to the new NIKKOR Z 600mm f/4 TC VR S lens, Nikon also officially announced the new MC-N10 remote grip for the Nikon Z mount system.

Pre-order links:

The new Nikon Nikkor Z 600mm f/4 TC VR S lens is now available for pre-order:

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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”

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)”

Sony ZV-1F Vlogging Camera Officially Announced

Sony officially announced the new compact Sony ZV-1F vlogging camera with a Type 1 (13.2×8.8mm) sensor and a fixed 20mm equivalent lens. The US price is $499, $300 less than the launch price of the existing ZV-1 model.

Sony ZV-1F Key Features:

  • 20.1MP 1″ Exmor RS BSI CMOS Sensor
  • BIONZ X Image Processor
  • ZEISS 20mm-Equivalent f/2-f/8 Lens
  • UHD 4K30p Video Recording
  • 3.0″ Side Flip-Out Touchscreen LCD
  • Background Defocus & Face Priority AE
  • 5x Slow Motion & 60x Hyperlapse Modes
  • Directional 3-Capsule Mic & Mic Jack
  • High-Quality Livestreaming
  • Easy Smartphone Connection

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