→ Syrp announced their new Super Dark Variable ND filter that can cut 5-10 stops of light. Pricing is between $169-$209, shipping starts on December 16th. → Gariz announced a new leather case for the Sony RX100 V camera (check pricing and availability). → The Hasselblad X1D medium format mirrorless camera is now expected to ship in February 2017 […]
Tokina announced the pricing and availability of their new FíRIN 20mm f/2 FE MF full frame lens for Sony E-mount: US price: $799 (pre-orders now open at B&H and Adorama) Shipping is expected to start at the end of January 2017 Sample images (more available here) Additional information
Amazon is offering 15% cash back on all Sony cameras with the Amazon Prime Store credit card. Amazon also offers $5 off any $15 physical book order with promo code GIFTBOOK. Read the fine print on both deals for additional details.
DxOMark published their test results for the Sony a99 II SLT camera ($3,198), here is their conclusion (Nikon D800, D810 and Pentax K-1 scored better):
This week’s recap:
Here is this week’s recap:
Canon, Sony and Nikon announced their Black Friday deals: More Black Friday deals can be found here. Update: new Sigma rebates were also introduced today:
I was told that Sony’s screw driven 85mm f/1.4 ZA lens replacement will be announced shortly. The new model will include Zeiss T-Coatings, SSM and will be weather-sealed (SAL85F14Z SSM). These lenses are being manufactured by Cosina Co Ltd in Japan. Pictured above: the current Sony 85mm f/1.4 Carl Zeiss Planar T* lens.
In a recent interview, Samyang confirmed that they will be releasing “one or two” wide angle EF autofocus full frame lenses for Sony E-mount in 2017 (at 2:00 mark). Samyang currently has two EF autofocus lenses: the 50mm f/1.4 FE AF and the 14mm f/2.8 FE AF:
