Sony FE 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G OSS Lens ($1,998) & FE 600mm f/4 GM OSS Lens ($12,998) Announced

Sony announced two new full frame telephoto prime lenses: FE 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G OSS Lens and FE 600mm f/4 GM OSS Lens

The US price for FE 200-600mm lens is $1,998.00 (B&H Photo Video/Adorama), the US price for FE 600mm f/4 GM OSS Lens is $12,998 (B&H Photo Video/Adorama), both lenses will be released in August, 2019. Continue reading “Sony FE 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G OSS Lens ($1,998) & FE 600mm f/4 GM OSS Lens ($12,998) Announced”

Size Comparison: FE 200-600mm vs FE 400mm f/2.8 GM vs FE 100-400 GM Lenses

Sony will officially announce their new telephoto lenses. These new optics from Sony are the  the FE 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G OSS lens and the Sony FE 600mm f/4 lens.

According to leaked images, here is the first size comparison of Sony FE 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G OSS Lens with FE 400mm f/2.8 GM OSS Lens and FE 100-400mm f/5.6-6.3 GM OSS Lens.

The expected price for Sony FE 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G OSS Lens is around $1,500. Compared FE 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 GM OSS Lens for $2,498.00 at B&H Photo Video/Adorama/Amazon. Continue reading “Size Comparison: FE 200-600mm vs FE 400mm f/2.8 GM vs FE 100-400 GM Lenses”

Video Review : NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S is the Best 24-70mm f/2.8 Lens

Tony Northrup published his test results and review for the new NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S Lens (B&H Photo/Adorama/Amazon).

We already know that the new standart zoom lens for Nikon full frame mirrorless cameras is 25% smaller and 18% lighter, with a totally redesigned optical formula comprising 17 elements in 15 groups, compared to the AF-S 24-70mm F2.8 for F-mount.

Tony Northrup also compares this lens with Nikon’s legendary AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR lens and Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM Lens and Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM Lens. He says the NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S lens on Nikon Z6 & Z7 has best image quality and results compared to other lenses.  

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Sony FE 600mm f/4 and Sony FE 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3mm G OSS Coming

Nokishika confirmed that a Sony FE 600mm f/4 lens is coming from Sony in addition to the Sony FE 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G OSS lens.

The Sony FE 200-600mm lens is expected to be a compact super telephoto zoom for birding, wildlife, motorsports, events and more.

As previously mentioned, Sony is preparing to announce a new E-Mount related product. It looks like these products are the super telephoto lenses that are expected to be announced sometime in next week.

Currently we are not sure if the Sony a6700a7000 will be announced together.

List of Upcoming Sony Lenses 2019

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Wildlife Photography Comparison: Nikon D850 vs Sony a7R III vs Sony a9

Nikon D850 DSLR camera is one of the best cameras for wildlife photography. So far, the Sony has won for travel photography and portraits. The question is that will Sony beat Nikon for wildlife photography?

Can the a7R III keep up with the D850‘s focusing? Is the image quality good enough despite needing a 2X teleconverter? How does the Sony a7R III‘s higher frame rate and silent shooting factor in? What about the Sony a9-which has an incredible 20 FPS frame rate and a better focusing system?

Let’s check out the wildlife photography comparison by Tony & Chelsea Northrup :  Nikon D850 vs Sony a7R III vs Sony a9, which one do you think is the best camera for wildlife photography?

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Nikon NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S Lens now in Stock

Nikon NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S Lens is now in stock and shipping in the US at B&H Photo Video/Adorama/Amazon. The US price is $1,296.95. Order now if you are interested.

Nikon NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S Lens: $1,296.95 at B&H Photo Video/Adorama/Amazon

The Nikon NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S lens is an excellent ultra-wide-angle zoom lens for Nikon Z7 and Z6 and it is especially well-suited to landscape, architectural, and astrophotography applications. Continue reading “Nikon NIKKOR Z 14-30mm f/4 S Lens now in Stock”

Nikon Z9 PRO FF Mirrorless to Feature 8K Video

Nikon Z9 PRO FF mirrorless camera is rumored to be capable of 8K video recording.

At Apple’s WWDC 2019 event to demonstrate the video editing capabilities of new Mac Pro, Apple team used a 8K movie created by Ami Vitale who is a National Geographic photographer and also a brand ambassador for Nikon.

The upcoming high-end Nikon mirrorless camera, the Nikon Z9 could offer the required sensor in that video and an option to record 8K videos. From Nikon Z3, Z5, Z9, D5700, D7600 Rumored Specs

  • Nikon Z9: Development announcement could be as early as in this summer. This is the previously rumored high-end Z-mount full frame mirrorless camera (Z8) with dual card slots to compete Sony Alpha A9.

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Kamlan 50mm f/1.1 Mark II Lens Released

Kamlan 50mm f/1.1 Mark II lens now officially released. The fast prime lens is available in Sony E, Fujifilm X, MFT and Canon EOS M mounts. The US price is $249.95 and now available for pre-order at AdoramaFirst version of the lens is priced for $179Shipping of the lens will start on August 25th, 2019. Continue reading “Kamlan 50mm f/1.1 Mark II Lens Released”

Fujifilm X-Pro3 Registered, Coming in Fall 2019

Fujifilm has registered a new camera code FF190002 at Bluetooth SIG. We think this is probably the previously rumored Fujifilm X-Pro3 rangefinder style mirrorless camera.

According to the registration, upcoming Fuji camera will have the same Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2 capabilities as X-T3 and X-T30.

What you need to know about the  Fujifilm X-Pro3 Continue reading “Fujifilm X-Pro3 Registered, Coming in Fall 2019”

Panasonic 1.4x & 2x L-mount Teleconverters Announced

In addition to Panasonic S1H 6K mirrorless camera, Panasonic also announced a 1.4x Teleconverter DMW-STC14 and a 2x Teleconverter DMW-STC20 for the LUMIX S Series telephoto zoom lenses.

The Panasonic 1.4x and 2x L-mount teleconverters will be compatible with the current S Pro 70-200mm F4 OIS, as well as the 70-200mm F2.8 arriving later this year. Continue reading “Panasonic 1.4x & 2x L-mount Teleconverters Announced”