Canon EOS R5 to Get Full HD 120fps, and C-Log 3 in Next Firmware ?

Canon EOS R5 is rumoured to release a firmware update with C-Log3 and Full HD 120fps, in addition to lower bit rate options in RAW as well as IPB in all frame rates and codecs.  So the question; Is Canon about to add 120fps in 1080p and lower bit rate options in 8K to the EOS R5?

The Canon EOS R5  (AmazonB&HAdorama) supports 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, as well as up to 20 fps burst shooting with an electronic shutter and up to 12 fps with a mechanical shutter.

Of course, 1080p / 120 was a feature that should have already added at the time of the EOS R5’s announcement. Think about it, the more budget friendly Canon EOS R6 supports Full HD / 120fps. It’s amazing that the EOS R5 is capable of 4K/120fps, but can’t it do 120fps at 1080p? As of now, EOS R5 specs officially only list 1080p / 60 support as maximum frame rates in Full HD. Continue reading “Canon EOS R5 to Get Full HD 120fps, and C-Log 3 in Next Firmware ?”

VILTROX 85mm f/1.8 V1 Firmware 1.20 Released

Viltorx released firmware 1.20 for the  85mm f/1.8 V1 lens.

The Viltrox AF 85mm F1.8  is a relatively light lens and weighes only 484g. The minimum focusing distance is 0.8m with a Macro reproduction ratio of 1:8. The optical design of the Sony 85mm 1.8 lens consists of 10 elements in 7 groups, among which there is one aspherical element. In addition, the manufacturer claims that its lens is perfect for shooting dynamic scenes and videos.

Viltrox lenses are sold at  B&H and Amazon. Check out the details and download links below. Continue reading “VILTROX 85mm f/1.8 V1 Firmware 1.20 Released”

Video About Olympus Firmware Updates: Bird Tracking and ProRes Raw

As you know a new firmware update adds bird detection autofocus to the E-M1X. So Does bird detect AF make the Olympus E-M1X a crazy bird finding machine? DPReview TV published a video review to find an answer to this question.

Olympus released a new firmware update. Version 3.4 for the OM-D E-M1 Mark IIVersion 2.0 for the OM-D E-M1X and Version 1.2 for OM-D E-M1 Mark III now available for download. Continue reading “Video About Olympus Firmware Updates: Bird Tracking and ProRes Raw”

Fujifilm X-S10 Firmware Update 1.02 Released

Fujifilm has released a new firmware update version 1.02 for Fujifilm X-S10 camera. The firmware update Ver.1.02 from Ver.1.01 incorporates a minor bug and several improvements (see below).

The mid-range mirrorless camera achieves an excellent 86% overall score and Silver Award from the experts at DPReview.

Fujifilm X-S10 Body costs $999, $1,399 (w/18-55mm lens) and $1,499 (w/16-80mm lens). Check availability at AmazonB&HAdorama. Check out the details and download link of the Fujifilm X-S10 Firmware Update 1.02. Continue reading “Fujifilm X-S10 Firmware Update 1.02 Released”

Nikon Z6 II Gets 89% Overall Score and Silver Award

The Nikon Z6 II mirrorless camera achieves an amazing 89% overall score and Silver Award from the experts at DPReview.

The US price for Z6 II body is $1,999, it is now in stock and shipping. Check availability at Amazon | B&H Adorama.

Conclusion from DPReview:

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New Firmware Updates Released for Nikon Z6 II and Z7 II Cameras

Nikon released new firmware updates for the Z6 II and the Z7 II mirrorless cameras. Firmware version 1.02 for Nikon Z6 II ad version 1.01 for Nikon Z7 II fixes several issues and improves overall reliability.

Both cameras are in stock and shipping in US. The US price for Z6 II body is $1,999, check availability at Amazon | B&H Adorama.  Z7 II body is $2,999 and in stock at Amazon | B&H | Adorama. You can see the firmware details and download links below. Continue reading “New Firmware Updates Released for Nikon Z6 II and Z7 II Cameras”

Upcoming Sony Cameras and Lenses in 2021

Here are the upcoming Sony Cameras and Lenses in 2021. The company is planning to announce several new cameras for E and FE-mount and optics especially GM series models.

The two models on the horizon are the Sony a7 IV and Sony a9 III. The Sony a9 III 8K mirrorless camera is expected to be announced in the first quarter of 2021 (CES show on January 11?), while the highly anticipated Sony a7 IV is rumored to be announced in the second or third quarter of 2021. In addition, Sony is very likely to launch two full-frame mirrorless lenses: FE 35mm F1.4 GM and FE 16mm F1.8 GM.

So here are the upcoming Sony Cameras and Lenses in 2021. Continue reading “Upcoming Sony Cameras and Lenses in 2021”

Fujifilm Announces eXtended Data Firmware Update Available for FUJINON Premista Series

Premistas are the first Large Format zoom lenses to provide eXtended Data, just in time for the wave of virtual production

Valhalla, N.Y. – FUJIFILM North America Corporation is pleased to announce the availability of a ZEISS eXtended Data firmware update for the FUJINON Premista Series lenses. The 28-100mm T2.9 and the 80-250mm T2.9-3.5 can now be updated at any Fujifilm Optical Devices Service Center. The early 2021 delivery of the much anticipated Premista 19-45mm T2.9 will ship with full eXtended Data functionality. Continue reading “Fujifilm Announces eXtended Data Firmware Update Available for FUJINON Premista Series”

New Firmware Updates Released for Viltrox 85mm f/1.8 V2 and V1 Lenses

New firmware updates released for Viltrox 85mm f/1.8 V2 and V1 lenses. The company updated both the mark 1 and mark 2 of the 85mm models.

Viltrox 85mm f/1.8 AF: B&H Photo / Amazon. Check out the details and download links below. Continue reading “New Firmware Updates Released for Viltrox 85mm f/1.8 V2 and V1 Lenses”

New Firmware Released for Olympus E-M1X, E-M II, E-M1 III & E-M5 III Update Stopped

Olympus released a new firmware update. Version 3.4 for the OM-D E-M1 Mark IIVersion 2.0 for the OM-D E-M1X and Version 1.2 for OM-D E-M1 Mark III now available for download.

This new firmware provides feature enhancements for photographers and ability to use focus stacking photography with M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-400mm f/4.5 TC 1.25x IS PRO lens which is $7500 at Adorama and B&HPhoto.

Check out the details below with download links. The company also suspended the E-M5III firmware release due to a technical issue. Continue reading “New Firmware Released for Olympus E-M1X, E-M II, E-M1 III & E-M5 III Update Stopped”