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Panasonic Lumix S1H II Leaked Specs, Coming in April?

It’s been a long time since we talked about the Panasonic Lumix S1H II. The Panasonic Lumix S1H II is causing a lot of excitement in the camera world with rumors of its imminent launch and leaked specs.

Camera enthusiasts are looking forward to the arrival of the Lumix S1H II, believed to be the successor to Panasonic’s highly acclaimed Lumix S1H camera. It is said that the S1H II could be announced in April, with leaked specs revealing some really impressive specs.

Panasonic has a well-deserved reputation for producing some of the best hybrid cameras on the market, with the Lumix GH6 and the original S1H two of the most popular options for content creators. The S1H is particularly loved by filmmakers for its outstanding video capabilities, including 6K resolution, 4:2:2 10-bit internal recording, V-Log / V-Gamut, and an impressive 14 stops of dynamic range. Although primarily designed for video, the S1H also takes great photos thanks to its 24 MP sensor.

Panasonic Lumix S1H mirrorless camera is now in stock and shipping in the US: $3,997.99 at Adorama | B&H Photo | Amazon.

With the recent success of the Lumix S5 II and S5 IIx, it’s no surprise that Panasonic is looking to incorporate some of the latest and greatest technologies into its other cameras. The new autofocus and tracking system in particular has received a lot of praise from critics, and the Lumix S1H II is likely to be one of the first cameras to receive this upgrade. Continue reading “Panasonic Lumix S1H II Leaked Specs, Coming in April?”

Canon RF 24-105mm f/2.8 L IS USM Lens Rumored to Arrive in the first half of 2023

According to an anonymous source, Canon plans to announce the “RF 24-105mm f/2.8 L IS USM Lens” lens in the first half of 2023. This rumor has been around for a while and is gaining more and more attention every day.

The photography industry is brimming with excitement as Canon hints at its products to be released in 2023. While this rumor is only CR1, meaning it’s not very convincing, many photographers are still excited about the possibility of this lens becoming reality.

Canon RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM Lens Reviews : Best Rf Kit Zoom

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Hot Deal: Rokinon AF 135mm F1.8 FE Lens for $671.16

The price of Rokinon AF 135mm F1.8 FE Lens has just dropped a lot! It is now for $671.16 at Amazon/ B&H. This is $327.84 cheaper than regular.

Rokinon AF 135mm F1.8 FE is a medium-length telephoto prime lens designed for full-frame Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras for portraiture, landscapes and astrophotography.

Rokinon AF 135mm F1.8 FE Lens-$671.16 — Amazon/ B&H

Key Features

E-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
Aperture Range: f/1.8 to 22
Three Extra-Low Dispersion Elements
Ultra-Precision Aspherical Element
Linear STM AF Motor
Customizable Control Switch
Minimum Focus Distance: 2.3′
Filter Thread Diameter: 82mm
11-Blade Diaphragm
Removable Lens Hood

New Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S Lens Reviews

The new Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S lens will be released on March 24, here are the latest reviews. If you are new to the lens first check the hands-on review with sample photos at West 42 and Explora.

Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm F1.2 S Lens is an ultrafast short telephoto portrait lens for Nikon Z9, Z7 II and Z6 II mirrorless cameras. It achieves both superior rendering performance and large, beautiful bokeh, expanding possibilities for users capturing portraits in wedding and fashion photography.

Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S Lens: $2,796.95 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama. Continue reading “New Nikon NIKKOR Z 85mm f/1.2 S Lens Reviews”

Sigma 17mm f/4, 50mm f/2 & 23mm f/1.4 Lenses Will be Announced Within the Next few Weeks

The latest rumor suggests that Sigma will announce the 17mm f/4 DG DN, 50mm f/2 DG DN & 23mm f/1.4 DC DN Lenses within the next few weeks.

Since the 17mm f/4 and 50mm f/2 are compatible with magnetic metal caps, they are probably I-series lenses with metal barrels and a high quality feel. 23mm f/1.4 DC DN is an easy-to-use prime lens, so I think many people have been waiting for it. Pricing and release date are unknown at this time. Continue reading “Sigma 17mm f/4, 50mm f/2 & 23mm f/1.4 Lenses Will be Announced Within the Next few Weeks”

Leica Vario-Elmar-SL 100-400mm F/5-6.3 Telephoto Zoom Lens and 1.4x Extender

Leica has announced the Vario-Elmar-SL 100-400mm F5-6.3, a telephoto zoom lens for L-mount. Also announced a 1.4x teleconverter that’s compatible with the lens to deliver a combination that extends to 560mm F9.

The new lens costs $2,195, first available for pre-order at B&H/ Adorama. Along with Leica Vario-Elmar-SL 100-400mm F5-6.3 lens, Leica also announced Extender L 1.4x for this new lens. It costs $875, first available for Pre-Order at B&H/ Adorama.

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Sony A7S IV to be Announced in Q3 or Q4, 2023 w/ No 8K Video

So let’s talk about the latest rumors on Sony A7s IV camera. According to latest Sony rumors, this new camera will be announced in Q3 or Q4 of 2023. It will have 6K sensor for RAW video and the highest dynamic range ever.

This will be a new, top of the line and very expensive pro video-centric mirrorless camera without 8K video recording. The features list for Sony A7s IV is not leaked yet, but our expectation would be the introduction of a 24.2MP CMOS Sensor with enhanced video core specifications. It is said that the upcoming Sony a7s IV will not support 8K so 24MP sensor makes sense. More details after thebreak! Continue reading “Sony A7S IV to be Announced in Q3 or Q4, 2023 w/ No 8K Video”

Rumors: Sony a7C Mark II to be Announced in Late 2023 w/ 33MP

The a7C is a success full frame vlogging camera on the market. The a7C Mark II is expected to feature a higher megapixel CMOS sensor, could use Sony a7 IV‘s 33MP Exmor R CMOS Sensor. According to latest rumors, the upcoming Sony a7C II announcement and release date will both happen in 2023.

The Sony a7C Mark II will be a compact version of recently released Sony a7 IV, shares the same image sensor and IBIS. The compact full frame mirrorless will have the same IBIS unit, that we have seen in the Sony A74 camera. But, the EVF is expected to remain the same as the current Sony A7C.

Also the new camera code WW694956 could be the rumored Sony a7C II. Stay tuned for more information.

Upcoming Sony Cameras of 2023

Samyang AF 75mm F1.8 APS-C Lens for Fujifilm X mount

Samyang has just officially announced the new Samyang 75mm AF 75mm f/1.8 for Fujifilm X mount. It is a very lightweight and compact lens, which gives you a field of view of around 21,9° with a minimum focusing distance of only 69cm. This is the second X mount AF lens after the Samyang AF 12mm f/2 X.

The new Samyang AF 75mm f/1.8 X lens for Fujifilm X Series camera will be available in March/April 2023 for £395 (probably $549 in US). Check availability at BHphoto / AmazonUS / Adorama.

Below are the detailed specifications of Samyang AF 75mm F1.8 Lens for Fujifilm X: Continue reading “Samyang AF 75mm F1.8 APS-C Lens for Fujifilm X mount”

Sony FE 85mm f/1.2 GM Lens Coming in the Next 3 Months

A new Sony Rumor surfaced. The Sony FE 85mm f/1.2 GM Lens, which has been mentioned for a long time, is now said to be announced in the next three months.

The details of the FE 85mm f/1.2 GM lens is unknown at the moment, but we expect the Sony FE 85mm f/1.2 GM lens will be more compact in size, just like the FE 50mm F1.2 GM lens.

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