OM SYSTEM OM-1 Mark II, 9-18mm and 150-600mm Lenses Announced

OM SYSTEM is entering 2024 with a trio of significant announcements for its Micro Four Thirds mirrorless system. These include the unveiling of a new flagship camera, the OM-1 Mark II camera, an updated M.Zuiko Digital ED 9-18mm f/4-5.6 II wide-angle zoom lens, and a versatile super-telephoto zoom M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-600mm f/5-6.3 IS lens.

OM-1 Mark II costs $2,397.99, 9-18mm f/4-5.6 II costs $697.99 and 150-600mm f/5-6.3 IS costs $2,697.99.  All the products are now available for pre-order at  Amazon/ B&HAdorama.

OM-1 Mark II Body – $2,399.99
OM-1 Mark II 12-40 II kit – $2,999.99
M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-600mm F5.0-6.3 IS – $2,699.99
M.Zuiko 9-18mm f4.0-5.6 II – $699.99

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A New List of Rumored Nikon Z6 III Specifications

According to latest Nikon rumors, here is the new specs list of upcoming Nikon Z6 III full frame mirrorless camera.

The rumored specifications for the upcoming Nikon Z6 III look pretty impressive. The Z6 III leaps forward with 6K 60fps NRAW video recording, providing filmmakers with ultra-high resolution and frame rate options.

Nikon Z6 III will be officially announced in next few weeks. Here are the new list of the Rumored Nikon Z6 III Specifications: Continue reading “A New List of Rumored Nikon Z6 III Specifications”

Panasonic Lumix S 100mm f/2.8 Macro Lens for L-Mount Announced

At CES 2024, Panasonic officially announced the new Lumix S 100mm F2.8 Macro lens for full-frame L-mount mirrorless cameras. Panasonic calls it “the world’s smallest and lightest medium-telephoto fixed focal length macro lens.”

Impressively small and lightweight (weighing approximately 298g), the Panasonic Lumix S 100mm f/2.8 Macro is a medium-telephoto fixed focal length macro lens is suitable for a wide range of situations, from close-up photography to natural snaps and portraits. The US price is $997.99 and it is available for pre-order at AmazonB&HAdorama. Shipping is scheduled to start on February 4, 2024.

Key Features

  • Full-Frame | f/2.8 to f/22
  • Fast Macro Prime
  • Dual AF System: Linear & Stepping Motors
  • 1:1 Magnification, 8″ Minimum Focus
  • Two UED Elements, One ED Element
  • Three Aspherical Elements
  • 9-Bladed Circular Diaphragm
  • Dust- and Splash-Resistant Design

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Panasonic S1 II / S1 IIx Rumored Specifications

A new set of rumored Panasonic S1 II/ S1 IIx specifications have been leaked online. According to the specs sheet, both Panasonic full frame camera feature 6K 120 and 4k/120 video recording, a new Venus image processing engine, Dual I.S. image stabilisation, a double slot for XQD memory cards and SD memory cards, and a triaxial tilt LCD screen.

Panasonic S1 II / S1 IIx Rumored Specifications

  • 34MP stacked sensor
  • Slim, sealed magnesium body
  • Built-in Fan (no overheating in direct sunlight at 50º C)
  • Built-in ND filter
  • Video: 6k 120, 4k 120 no crop
  • Improved IBIS
  • Improved autofocus with AI chip
  • Improved battery life
  • Improved dynamic range for video and photo.
  • Improved low-light performance
  • Price around $3,000
  • No AA filter

The current Panasonic S1 (AmazonB&HAdorama)

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Canon Thanksgiving Sale, $500 Off on Selected RF Zoom Lenses

As part of the 2023 Canon Black Friday Deals, Canon is discounting five popular Canon RF zoom lenses for Thanksgiving! You can save $500 on these selected lenses.

  • Canon RF 28-70mm F2L USM–$500 Off—Amazon
  • Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8L IS USM–$500 Off—Amazon
  • Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS USM–$500 Off—Amazon
  • Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM–$500 Off—Amazon
  • Canon RF 100-500mm F4-7.1L IS USM–$500 Off—Amazon
  • Up to 500 Off on Canon RF Lenses at Amazon 
  • Up to $500 Off on Canon RF Lenses at B&H 
  • Up to $500 Off on Canon RF Lenses at Adorama 

2023 Nikon Z8 Black Friday Deals Now Live

The Nikon Black Friday Deals 2023 have just gone live, offering a significant saving of $300 on the Nikon Z8 body and an impressive $500 off the Nikon Z8 with the 24-120mm f/4 S lens kit. This marks the first time the Nikon Z8 has seen a discount, which is not surprising given its release in May 2023 and its frequent scarcity in stock. If you’ve been contemplating upgrading to the Nikon Z8, this discount could be the incentive you’ve been waiting for.

To help you navigate through the best offers available, we’ve compiled a comprehensive list of 2023 Black Friday Nikon Z8 deals and sales from major online retailers. If you’re considering purchasing this exceptional camera during the holiday shopping season, now is the time to make your move.

$300 off on Nikon Z8 body: $3,696.95 at B&HAdoramaAmazon.

$500 off on Nikon Z8 with 24-120mm f/4 Lens: $4,399.95 at AmazonB&HAdorama.

$500 off on Nikon Z8 with 24-120mm f/4 Lens and FTZ II Adapter Kit: $4,649.90 at Amazon

$500 off on Nikon Z8 with 24-120mm f/4 Lens: $4,596.95 at B&HAdorama.

$400 off on Nikon Z8 with 24-120mm f/4 Lens and FTZ II Adapter Kit: $4,946.90 at B&HAdorama.

Like the Z9, the Nikon Z8 is built for high-end video and stills. Inside the camera are the same 45.7-megapixel stacked CMOS sensor and EXPEED 7 processor that sit in the Z9. This enables the Nikon Z8 to record in-camera 12-bit raw video at up to 8.3K at 60p or 4.1K at 120p. The camera’s 12-bit raw footage is saved in Nikon’s N-RAW file format, which is half the size of a ProRes RAW HQ file, and in-camera Full-HD proxy files are created when shooting internal 8.3K N-RAW or 4.1K ProRes RAW HQ.

Sony a1 & a7S III Firmware Updates Officially Announced

In addition to the Sony a9 III (B&H /Adorama ) & FE 300mm f/2.8 GM OSS Lens (B&H/Adorama ), Sony also announced the new firmware updates for firmware updates for a1 & a7S III cameras.

Press Release:

Firmware Updates for the Alpha 1 and Alpha 7S III Models

In addition to the release of Alpha 9 III, Sony has announced new firmware updates for the Alpha 1 and Alpha 7S III full-frame mirrorless cameras xvii. The new software will provide both models with some of Sony’s latest imaging technologies including the highly requested Focus Breathing Compensation feature, IPTC and FTP workflow enhancement, and C2PA format support. The firmware will also update the Alpha 1 with Relay Playback, and the Alpha 7S III with DCI 4K 24.00P shooting format. The camera software update will be available in Spring 2024.

Sony a1 body: $6,498 at (AmazonB&HAdorama).

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Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 GM OSS Lens Announced, Price $5,998

In addition to the Sony a9 III (B&H Photo Video/Adorama), Sony today also announced the new Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 GM OSS Lens, The US price is $5,998 and it will be released on February 23, 2024. Now the new Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 GM OSS Lens is available for pre-order.

Pre-order links:

Sony FE 300mm f/2.8 GM OSS Lens: $5,998 at  Amazon/B&H Photo Video/Adorama 

Sony a9 III: $5,998 at Amazon/B&H Photo Video/Adorama 

Key Features

  • Full-Frame | Maximum Aperture: f/2.8
  • Lightweight, Fast Telephoto Prime
  • Dual XD Linear Motor AF System
  • Optical SteadyShot Image Stabilization
  • Super ED & ED Elements, Nano AR Coating
  • Weather-Sealed Magnesium-Alloy Design
  • Rounded 11-Blade Diaphragm

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Sony a9 III Officially Announced, Price $5,998

Sony officially announced the new Sony a9 III equipped with the world’s first full-frame global shutter image sensor. The US price is $5,998 and it will be released on February 23, 2024.

Pre-order link:

Sony a9 III: $5,998 at Amazon/B&H Photo Video/Adorama 

Key Features

  • 24.6MP Full-Frame Global Shutter Sensor
  • Up to 120 fps Cont. Shooting with AF/AE
  • Pre-Capture Function; Speed Boost Button
  • Flash Sync at up to 1/80,000 Sec.
  • 4K 120p 10-bit Video; S-Log3 & S-Cinetone
  • 759-Point Phase-Detect AF with Tracking
  • 8-Stop 5-Axis In-Body Image Stabilization
  • 9.44m-Dot EVF with 240 fps Refresh Rate
  • 3.2″ 2.1m-Dot 4-Axis Touchscreen LCD
  • Dual CFexpress Type A/SD Card Slots

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Sony a7R V Firmware Ver.2.01 & a6700 Firmware Ver.1.02 Released

Sony released the new firmware update version 2.01 for Sony a7R V and firmware version 1.02 for a6700 camera. You can follow the links below to download the new firmware updates.

Sony a7R V Firmware Version 2.01

  • Fixes an issue where JPEG files could not be enlarged and played
  • Fixes an issue where the power may not turn on or turn off even if the Power switch is used
  • Fixes an issue where the Switch V/H AF Area feature may not work correctly
  • Fixes a Creators’ App issue where the Auto Time Correction and Auto Area Adjustment features may turn off
  • Improves the operational stability of the camera

Benefits and Improvements

Sony a6700 Firmware Version 1.02

Benefits and Improvements

  • Fixes an issue where some movie metadata (Shutter SpeedApertureISO, etc.) may not be recorded
  • Fixes an issue where JPEG files could not be enlarged and played
  • Fixes an issue where the Switch V/H AF Area feature may not work correctly
  • Fixes a Creators’ App issue where the Auto Time Correction and Auto Area Adjustment features may turn off
  • Improves the operational stability of the camera

The new Sony a7R V mirrorless camera is now in stock and shipping at major US stores: $3,898 at B&HAmazonAdorama.

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