If you are following PhotoRumors, you probably remember my post from October 4th where I reported that Hasselblad will probably not see 2016 as a stand-alone company because they are out of cash. The company was desperately seeking for investors and it seems that they found them – DJI now owns 20% of Hasselblad:
The latest Pentax deals and price drops: Pentax K-3 with 50mm f/1.8 and AF-200FG flash for $649 Pentax K-3 with 50mm f/1.8 lens and battery grip for $748.99 The Pentax K-3 II is now $829.99 or $896.72 with an accessories bundle The Pentax 645Z is now $1,500 off at B&H, Adorama and Amazon The Pentax 645D now […]
Yongnuo announced a new YN660 flash (price: $168) with built-in radio that replaces the previous YN560 model. Here are the main features/specifications:
I have been critical to Sony for abandoning their A-mount users and today, just like with the RX1R replacement, I was proven wrong: Sony announced a new a68 camera with a (plastic) A mount, translucent mirror and 4D FOCUS system. I am now also pretty sure that they will even come with a6000 replacement. The new […]
Some updates on the upcoming Tiny1 camera specifically designed for astrophotography from TinyMos:
A reader sent me those renderings of two Contax digital concept cameras. Don’t expect to see them in your local camera store anytime soon. Here is the second camera:
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:
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 […]
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.
Aquatica announced new underwater housing for the Sony A7r II mirrorless camera. The price is $2,699. Additional information:
