Full list of 2021 TIPA World Awards Winners

The Technical Image Press Association (TIPA) announced all the winners of the 2021 TIPA World Awards. The Canon EOS M50 Mark II wins the“best APS-C entry level camera” while the Canon RF 600mm f/11 IS STM wins the“best prime telephoto lens”. Overall Best Full Frame Professional Camera is the Sony a1.

Here is the best photo gear of 2021 according to the TIPA World Awards 2021 winners list. Continue reading “Full list of 2021 TIPA World Awards Winners”

Nikon Z6 II Sensor Review: Familiar sensor performance (94 Points)

DxOMark completed their full in-depth review for 24.5MP BSI sensor inside the Nikon Z6 II camera. According to their sensor review; the Nikon Z6 II achieved an excellent overall DxOMark sensor score of 94 points, with a combination of 24 bits color depth, 14.4 EV dynamic range, and 3303 ISO low-light score.

LIM Leather Half Cases for Nikon Z6 II and Z7 II cameras

The price of the Nikon Z6 II body is $1,999, check pre-order options at Amazon | B&H Adorama,

New Nikon Z5, Z6, Z7, and FTZ adapter rebates also introduced in the US. Continue reading “Nikon Z6 II Sensor Review: Familiar sensor performance (94 Points)”

New Nikon Z7 II, Z6 II, Z7, Z6, Z5 and Z50 Firmware Updates

Nikon Z7 IIZ6 IIZ7, Z6Z5, and Z50 Firmware Updates now available for download. New Nikon Z5, Z6, Z7, and FTZ adapter rebates also introduced in the US.

Download links:

Nikon Z7II Firmware Version 1.20

Nikon Z6II Firmware Version 1.20

Changes from “C” Firmware Version 1.10 to 1.20

  • • Improved live view focus-point display response during face/eye-detection and subject-tracking AF.
  • • Improved the performance of face/eye-detection AF and subject visibility with optional flash units.
  • • Improved low-light autofocus detection times at a Focus mode setting of Single AF.
  • • Fixed the following issues:
    • – Selecting Focus for Custom Setting a1 (AF-C priority selection) would sometimes slow shutter response.
    • – Focus accuracy was sometimes unreliable.
    • – Using custom Picture Controls created with Manage Picture Control when recording movies at a frame size/rate of 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD); 60p or 50p would sometimes produce unexpected results.

Nikon Z6 Firmware Version 3.30

Changes from “C” Firmware Version 3.20 to 3.30

  • • A Save focus position option has been added to the SETUP MENU. If On is selected, the focus position in effect when the camera is turned off will be restored when the camera is next turned on. This option applies only when the camera is used with Z mount autofocus lenses.
  • • A Voice memo option has been added to the roles that can be assigned to the Movie record button via Custom Setting f2 (Custom control assignment). In the Voice memo role, the movie-record button can be used to record and play voice memos up to about 60 seconds long while a picture is displayed.
  • • Fixed an issue that would sometimes cause the camera to stop responding when time-lapse movie recording was interrupted.

Nikon Z7 Firmware Version 3.30

Changes from “C” Firmware Version 3.20 to 3.30

  • • A Save focus position option has been added to the SETUP MENU. If On is selected, the focus position in effect when the camera is turned off will be restored when the camera is next turned on. This option applies only when the camera is used with Z mount autofocus lenses.
  • • Fixed an issue that would sometimes cause the camera to stop responding when time-lapse movie recording was interrupted.

Nikon Z5 Firmware Version 1.10

Changes from “C” Firmware Version 1.02 to 1.10

  • • A Save focus position option has been added to the SETUP MENU. If On is selected, the focus position in effect when the camera is turned off will be restored when the camera is next turned on. This option applies only when the camera is used with Z mount autofocus lenses.
  • • Improved low-light autofocus detection times for Custom Setting a11 (Low-light AF).

Nikon Z50 Firmware Version 2.10

Changes from “C” Firmware Version 2.03 to 2.10

  • • A Save focus position option has been added to the SETUP MENU. If On is selected, the focus position in effect when the camera is turned off will be restored when the camera is next turned on. This option applies only when the camera is used with Z mount autofocus lenses.
  • • Fixed an issue that resulted in the option selected for Custom Setting a2 (Auto-area AF face/eye detection) in P, S, A, and M modes being reset whenever Custom Settings for mode U1 or U2 were reset.

New Firmware Updates Released for Nikon Z7 II, Z6 II, Z7, Z6, Z5 and Z50

Nikon officially announced the new firmware updates for the Z7 IIZ6 IIZ7, Z6Z5, and Z50 mirrorless cameras.  New Firmware Updates will be available for download on April 26, 2021.

  • Firmware update version 1.20 for the Z7 II and Z6 II
  • Firmware update version 3.30 for the Z7 and Z6
  • Firmware update version 1.10 for the Z5
  • Firmware update version. 2.10 for the Z50

New Nikon Z5, Z6, Z7, and FTZ adapter rebates also introduced in the US.
Continue reading “New Firmware Updates Released for Nikon Z7 II, Z6 II, Z7, Z6, Z5 and Z50”

LIM Leather Half Cases for Nikon Z6 II and Z7 II cameras

LIM leather half cases with a dovetail plate for Nikon Z6 II and Z7 II cameras are now listed for sale on Amazon. New  LIM leather half cases is available in black and brown.

Rumors : Updated Nikon Z9 Specifications

Additional information LIM Leather Half Cases for Nikon Z7 II and Z6 II cameras

  • LIM’S Genuine Italy Leather Camera Half Case Cover For Nikon Z7 II Z6 II (Black)
  • The customer can change the battery without separation from the case. The aluminum surface is completed as a very sturdy product dealt with Alumite through corrosion/ wear resistance and light stability.
  • For easy installation of Tripod, added removable Dovetail Plate to Nikon Z7 II Z6 II Half case. It makes the half case functional but, keeps the simple design.
  • There is a stick holder on the side of the Dovetail Plate to attach the camera strap.
  • Manufactured in South Korea

If you are looking for recommended memory cards for Z6 II and Z7 II, here we list the best ones based on the speed and price.

Nikon Z6 II body: $1,996.95 at Amazon | B&H | Adorama

Nikon Z7 II body: $2,996.95 at Amazon | B&H | Adorama

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Nikon Z6 II/Z7 II Firmware Update 1.10 Released, Improved EyeAF & Z6II gets 4K60p

Nikon has rleeased a new firmware update version 1.10 for its Z6 II and Z7 II full frame mirrorless cameras. Nikon Z6 II and Z7 II Firmware Update 1.10 is now available for download. Both full frame mirrorless cameras benefits from Improved EyeAF and the Z6 II gets support for 4K UHD 60p.

This Firmware Update 1.10 improves the performance of Eye-Detection AF on the Z7 II & Z6 II, and enables additional recording formats and video workflows when shooting with the Z6 II.

Nikon also announced the new Nikon Z6 II Essential Movie Kit which includes the Atomos Ninja V external video recorder allowing ProRes RAW recording. You can follow the links below to download the firmware update: Continue reading “Nikon Z6 II/Z7 II Firmware Update 1.10 Released, Improved EyeAF & Z6II gets 4K60p”

Nikon Z6 II Essential Movie Kit and New Firmware Ver. 1.10

Nikon has announced the new Nikon Z6 II Essential Movie Kit and new firmware Ver. 1.10 to improve the performance of the Nikon Z7 II & Z6 II.

The new Nikon Z6 II Essential Movie Kit includes the Atomos Ninja V external video recorder allowing ProRes RAW recording.

Nikon has also announced firmware updates for the Z6 II and Z7 II  to improve focus on both cameras, and movie options available (4k 60p mode on the Z6 II). The firmware will be available from the 25th of February. Continue reading “Nikon Z6 II Essential Movie Kit and New Firmware Ver. 1.10”

New Nikon Z6 II & Z7 II Firmware Update : Improved EyeAF and Z6II gets 4K UHD/60p

Nikon is expected to announce their details of CP+ show 2021 on February 18th, 2021. This will include a new firmware update version 1.10 for Nikon Z6 II and Z7 II.

According to the leak this new Nikon Z6 II and Z7 II Firmware Update will be available for download on February 25, 2021. Both full frame mirrorless cameras will benefit from Improved EyeAF and the Z6 II gets support for 4K UHD 60p. Continue reading “New Nikon Z6 II & Z7 II Firmware Update : Improved EyeAF and Z6II gets 4K UHD/60p”

Best Memory Cards for Nikon Z6 II & Z7 II

Here are the best memory cards for Nikon Z6 II & Nikon Z7 II cameras, including UHS-II SD cards, CFexpress cards and XQD cards.

The Nikon Z6 II and Z7 II now have the ability to take both CFexpress / XQD and UHS-I or UHS-II memory cards. The Nikon Z6 II and Z7 II has dual memory card slots. Slot 1 supports CFexpress or XQD memory cards while slot two can take SD memory cards such as UHS-II or UHS-I.

If you are looking for recommended memory cards for Z6 II and Z7 II, here we list the best ones based on the speed and price. Hope this list can help you get the best out of your Nikon Z6 II &  Z7 II camera.

Nikon Z6 II body: $1,996.95 at Amazon | B&H | Adorama

Nikon Z7 II body: $2,996.95 at Amazon | B&H | Adorama.

UHS-II SD Cards | CFexpress Cards | XQD Cards

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Atomos Ninja V Firmware Update 10.6.1 Released

Atomos has just released the latest AtomOS firmware 10.61 for the Ninja V.  With this firmware update Ninja V has now benefits of a Time-lapse function, HDMI to SDI cross conversion, and RAW over SDI.

The RAW over SDI option is already activated for those purchasing the new NINJA V Pro Kit. However, thanks to the new firmware 10.61 existing Atomos Ninja V owners can also purchase the $99 activation license (directly from Atomos) and record ProRes RAW over SDI from the Sony FX6, FX9 and other compatible cameras.

  • Atomos Ninja V 5″ 4K HDMI Recording Monitor (B&H)
  • Atomos Ninja V Pro Kit (B&H)

What’s new in AtomOS 10.61 for NINJA V:

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