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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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Canon EOS R6 Won #1 Place : Best Selling Camera in January 2021

One of the nation’s leading specialist photographic retailers, MapCamera published its list of the top ten best-selling new cameras, with the Canon EOS R6 taking pride of place atop the chart. Canon EOS R6 tops the list for being the most sold camera in January, leading retailer in Japan.

The Canon EOS R6 won the No.1 best seller while the Canon EOS R5 is ranked sixth this time. The Fujifilm X-S10, which has been selling well since its launch in November last year, came in second. And the Sony a7C won the third place.

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Sony a7 III vs. Fujifilm X-T4 – Which is Best?

Here is an excellent comparison video of the Sony a7 III vs. Fujifilm X-T4 mirrorless cameras. The Sony a7 III and Fujifilm X-T4 are both amazing. DPReviewTV compares the image quality, autofocus. lens selection and more to try to determinate which one is right for you.

Obviously, most photographers have been thinking about switching to mirrorless cameras for years, and are torn between Sony and Fuji. They prefer Fujifilm for APS-c systems and Sony for full frame. Especially, we see the tendencies of users who are promoted from Canon and Nikon.

Below is a summary of DPRTV’s interpretation of the choice and looking for Sony a7 III vs. Fujifilm X-T4 – Which is Best?

Fujifilm X-T4 body: $1,699 at B&H Photo Video/Adorama/Amazon.

$200 off on Sony a7 III body: $1,698 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama. Continue reading “Sony a7 III vs. Fujifilm X-T4 – Which is Best?”

First Fujifilm XF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 R LM OIS WR Lens Reviews

Here are the first reviews of the XF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 R LM OIS WR telephoto zoom lens. Designed for sports and wildlife photographers, the US price of XF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 R LM OIS WR Lens is $799 and it will be released in March, 2021. Fre-orders are available at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Offering a highly versatile 107-457mm-eq. zoom range but in surprisingly lightweight and compact form factor, the new XF 70-300mm lens is an excellent choice for those wanting a capable outdoor sports and wildlife lens that won’t weigh them down. For even more telephoto performance, the XF 70-300mm is also compatible with Fujifilm’s 1.4x and 2.0x teleconverters. With the 1.4x TC attached, the zoom range is extended out to a maximum of 630mm-eq, while the 2x TC will boost you out to an impressive 914mm-eq. focal length. Check out the very first Fujifilm XF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 R LM OIS WR Lens Reviews. Continue reading “First Fujifilm XF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 R LM OIS WR Lens Reviews”

Sony a1 vs Canon EOS R5 Review About Portraits, Sports and Wildlife

Tony & Chelsea Northrup published a new Sony a1 vs Canon EOS R5 review. The video rewview compares the $6,500 full-frame 50MP 30 frames per second (FPS) Sony a1 vs the $4,500 45MP 20 FPS Canon EOS R5.

They’ve tested eye detect autofocus for portraits with both humans and dogs. Then, they take wildlife photos to test the bird eye AF. Next, they test two sports scenarios: photographing people running at the camera and motorsports / cars.

The results are genuinely shocking – the Sony a1 frequently blows us away with its speed, but the less expensive Canon R5 also wins many of the comparisons! Check out the Sony a1 vs Canon EOS R5 Review About Portraits, Sports and Wildlife! Continue reading “Sony a1 vs Canon EOS R5 Review About Portraits, Sports and Wildlife”

Canon EOS R6 Video Review

Here is a recent Canon EOS R6 video review from PL’s YouTube channel.  In the Canon EOS R6 review you can see the most important aspects of the camera, including ergonomics, image quality, autofocus performance, along with comparisons with its high-resolution brother, the EOS R5.

Canon EOS R6 body: $2,499 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

The EOS R6 camera is well-equipped with a host of new features to push the limits of creativity for imaging enthusiasts. The combination of the EOS-1D X Mark III based 20.1-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor and the DIGIC X image processor produces an ISO range of 100-102,400 and is expandable to 204,800. Internal video recording at 4K is capable up to 59.94 fps or 1080p up to 119.88 fps in 10 bit 4:2:2 Canon Log(H.265) or HDR PQ(H.265). The camera also features a built-in 0.5-inch OLED EVF with approximately 3.69 million dots and a 119.88 fps refresh rate. Additional features of the EOS R6 camera include:

  • Dual UHS-II SD card slots. See best memory cards.
  • 3-inch 1.62 million dots vari-angle LCD touch screen
  • 2.4GHz Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Technology with the ability to utilize the image.canon application
  • Enhanced operating controls such as rear-dial, multi-controller
  • Weather, drip and dust sealing on par with the EOS 6D series

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New Sony a1 Review by DPReview TV

Jordan and Chris at DPReview TV published their review for the Sony a1 mirrorless camera, including autofocus, flash sync with electronic shutter, lossless compressed raw, video performance and more.

With a brand new 50.1-megapixel full-frame stacked Exmor RS image sensor, up to 120 AF/AE calculations per second, 8K 30p 10-bit 4:2:0 video and much more, the Sony a1 is the most technologically advanced, innovative camera that Sony has ever released.

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Sony a1 Real World PREVIEW : Overhyped, Overpriced ?

Sony a1 Real World Preview video. Jared Polin published the latest Sony a1 hands on preview in the Real World. This is NOT a review just yet as Jared Polin can’t open RAW files yet in Adobe Lightroom and need to spend more time using the camera. In addition, Jared Polin will be comparing the Sony a1 to the Canon EOS R5 more in the future.

The Sony a1 is scheduled to start shipping on March 4, 2021, and it is expected to be one of the best selling mirrorless cameras in 2021. The price of the high-end full frame mirrorless camera is $6,499 and available at Amazon, B&H, Adorama. Sony A1 Availability & in Stock Tracker

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Upcoming Nikon Cameras and Lenses in 2021

So you probably asking what will be the impact of the new $6,500 Sony a1 camera on Nikon? What is Nikon planning to compete against the rivals Canon and Sony?

According to the recent reports, 8K Nikon camera will arrive this Spring/Summer, with advanced core specifications. You can find a good recap of all the Nikon cameras and lenses that we expect from Nikon in 2021: Continue reading “Upcoming Nikon Cameras and Lenses in 2021”