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New Firmware Update for the LUMIX S1R, S1H and S1 Cameras

In addition to the announcement of Panasonic Lumix S5, Panasonic has also announced that they will be releasing firmware update for its existing S-series of full-frame mirrorless cameras to enhance functions and usability by the end of 2020.

Panasonic S1R will be able to capture 5K video but the greatest significance is likely to be enhanced autofocus performance for the S1, S1R and S1H.

Panasonic says the firmware update will arrive by the end of 2020, and we have to say, we’re pleased to see significant updates making their way into the company’s existing cameras.

Pre-order links:

Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 body: $1,997.99 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 with 20-60mm Lens: $2,297.99 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

The company also updated their L-mount Lens Roadmap 2020. Continue reading “New Firmware Update for the LUMIX S1R, S1H and S1 Cameras”

Panasonic Lumix S5 Full-Frame Camera Announced

Panasonic has announced the new, more compact, L-mount Panasonic Lumix S5.  The camera features a 24mp sensor, sensor-based image stabilisation (5/6.5 stops), a 3inch tilting vari-angle touch-screen, 2.36m dot electronic viewfinder (EVF) with 0.74x magnification. There’s also 4K 60fps video, Dual-ISO, plus high-speed FullHD video.

The camera comes with a new battery that gives up to 470 shots using the EVF, or up to 1500 shots with power save mode switched on. An optional battery grip is available, extending this to 940 / 3000 shots.

The Panasonic Lumix S5 will be available from the end of September at a price of $1999 for the body and $2299 when kitted with the 20-60mm F3.5-5.6 lens.

Pre-order links:

Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 body: $1,997.99 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 with 20-60mm Lens: $2,297.99 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

A future firmware update is planned to enhance video recording to add 4K CINE recording, plus support for higher resolutions. Continue reading “Panasonic Lumix S5 Full-Frame Camera Announced”

Canon RF-Mount APS-C Mirrorless Camera Coming in 2021

Canon is planning to announce the APS-C RF mount mirrorless camera in the second half of 2021, which was initially slated to be announced in early 2021.

We have not much information about the Canon RF-Mount APS-C Mirrorless Camera and it’s too early to talk about it. However it is not going to be an entry-level product, but a higher margin camera built around speed and a smaller footprint than the Canon EOS R5 and Canon EOS R6. Continue reading “Canon RF-Mount APS-C Mirrorless Camera Coming in 2021”

Sony a7C Rumored Specs, Coming in Two Colors

Sony is planning to announce a new entry level full frame mirrorless camera called “Sony a7C” in mid September 2020.

Designed for YouToubers and vloggers in mind the Sony a7C will offer video-centric specs mainly similar to the Sony a7III. However the body design of the Sony Alpha a7C will be like the A6600.

Sony a7C will come in two color variants Black and Silver. Continue reading “Sony a7C Rumored Specs, Coming in Two Colors”

Nikon Z50 Firmware Update V2.01 Released

Nikon has released a new firmware update version 2.01 for Nikon Z50 entry-level full frame camera.  This is a minor update with a fix for a minor error when using Korean or simplified Chinese language (no need to update unless you use the languages).

Nikon Z50 with 16-50mm Lens: $996.95 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama. Continue reading “Nikon Z50 Firmware Update V2.01 Released”

More Panasonic LUMIX S5 Features

Panasonic Lumix S5 is expected to be announced at 10AM EDT/ 7AM PDT, on September 2, 2020. It is now listed at B&H! Here are the detailed specifications leaked at Nokishita-C.

The Panasonic S5 is expected to be an entry level model and a smaller version of the Lumix DC-S1: $2,497.99 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Panasonic LUMIX S5 Features :
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Best Memory Cards for Sony a7S III

Best Memory Cards for Sony a7S III. Looking for the best memory cards for Sony a7S III? Here are our top recommended & fastest CFexpress cards and SD cards for Sony a7S III mirrorless camera.

The Sony a7S III has dual memory card slots that are both compatible with CFexpress Type A cards and UHS-II-compatible SD cards. Meaning that you can take full advantage of the write speeds and read speeds of UHS-II cards to get the best out of your Sony a7S III camera.

In this article you can find our top recommended CFexpress cards & SD cards for Sony a7S III based on the speed and price. Continue reading “Best Memory Cards for Sony a7S III”

Best Lenses for Sony a7S III Camera

Best Lenses for Sony a7S III camera. Here is our full list of top recommended full frame E-mount lenses for Sony a7S III mirrorless model.

With extreme full-frame movie performance including high sensitivity (expanded ISO up to 409600), 15-stop wide dynamic range, 4K 120p, fast and dependable autofocusing, and extra-strong image stabilization, the Sony a7S III is an ideal tool for movie makers. Featuring a revised 12.1MP Exmor R BSI CMOS sensor and updated BIONZ XR image processor, the Sony a7S III offers faster performance, improved noise reduction, and a wider dynamic range (up to approximately 14 stops for stills and 15 stops for video), along with UHD 4K 120p video recording and internal 10-bit 4:2:2 sampling, as well as fast 10 fps continuous shooting for up to 1000 consecutive raw frames. The base ISO has been lowered to 80, resulting in a normal range of 80-102,400 (expandable to 80-409,600 for video and 40-409,600 for stills) to provide more flexible ISO plus wide dynamic range with low noise at all settings. Additionally, 5-axis SteadyShot INSIDE sensor-shift image stabilization is available, too, which minimizes the appearance of camera shake by up to 5.5 stops. As a result, the Sony a7S III will become the ultimate creative tool for video professionals and all types of hybrid still/video shooters.

In this article we list all the top recommended lenses for Sony a7S III camera, including leading prime and zoom options from wide-angle to telephoto for videos, vlogging, landscapes, street, travel, portraits, wedding, macro, sports and wildlife and more.

Sony a7S III body: $3,498 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama. Continue reading “Best Lenses for Sony a7S III Camera”

Canon EOS M7 Rumored Specs

Canon will announce a new EOS M7 high-end/flagship APS-C mirrorless camera by the end of 2020.

According to recent reports the Canon EOS M7 mirrorless camera “will reportedly have the same 32MP sensor as the Canon EOS M6 Mark II, as well as IBIS, Dual Card slots, and ‘all the bells and whistles’“.

A new rumored specs list of Canon EOS M7 have been leaked online, take a look at below: Continue reading “Canon EOS M7 Rumored Specs”

New Sony a7S III Tests and Reviews

Here we have some new Sony a7S III tests and reviews. The Sony a7S III is a 12MP full-frame camera primarily designed with video in mind.

Sony’s alpha 7S Mark III is the third iteration in the most video-focused of the company’s a7 series of full frame cameras. It’s essentially a native 4K camera with impressive video specs and a revised user interface. It can capture UHD 4K footage at up to 120p in 10-bit 4:2:2 encoding and promises 16-bit Raw video output.

Check out the Sony a7S III Tests and Reviews : Continue reading “New Sony a7S III Tests and Reviews”