Monthly Archives: November 2015

Deal of the day: Lytro Illum lightfield camera now $399

The Lytro Illum lightfield camera is now selling for $399 on Amazon – this is $900 off (69% off) from the original price of $1,299 (currently $599 at B&H). Some readers had issues accessing the page – you can try also this Amazon link. Here are the Lytro Illum main specifications:

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Sony to bring uncompressed RAW to a7 II cameras on November 18

Here is the full press release from B&H: Sony to Bring Uncompressed Raw to a7 II via Firmware Update; Follow B&H Photo Explora Blog for Updates Photography News: Sony’s Latest Firmware Update Brings an Uncompressed Raw File Option to the a7 II, Along With Support for Phase-Detect AF With Adapted Lenses and Additional Customization Options […]

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Free “Guide to Flash Terminology” eBook from Rocky Nook

Rocky Nook has recently released its latest free eBook, Rocky Nook’s Guide to Flash Terminology. In addition, Rocky Nook also launched their Halloween sale, offering 40% off all eBooks with coupon code SPOOKY at checkout. The full catalog of photography books can be found here.

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Aquatica announced underwater housing for the Sony A7r II mirrorless camera

Aquatica announced new underwater housing for the Sony A7r II mirrorless camera. The price is $2,699. Additional information:

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Sigma 20mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art lens: first sample photos and reviews

The German website d-pixx posted the first sample pictures taken with the new Sigma 20mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art lens that is scheduled to start shipping this month in the US (November 15ht according to Adorama). Sigma 20mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art lens additional information:

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Polaroid Snap instant digital camera with Zero Ink (ZINK) printing now available

The Polaroid Snap instant digital camera that was announced last month is now shipping in the US (price: $99.99). The Snap is a digital camera with Zero Ink (ZINK) printing technology platform:

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Top 10 PhotoRumors posts for October 2015

         The top 10 PhotoRumors posts for October, 2015:

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The latest DxOMark tests

Zeiss Loxia 2/50 Sony E-mount lens review can be found here: “Anyone looking for a small, high-grade 50mm lens for the Sony A7-series cameras will find a lot to like about the Zeiss Loxia. Not only is it relatively small and lightweight compared with other lens options such as the 55mm Otus (which could be […]

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