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What else is new?

→ New Lexar memory cards specials at Adorama. → The new Pelican Air Cases are lighter than previous versions. At B&H you can get 15% off on select Pelican waterproof cases with coupon code BHNAB16. → Adobe announced video related updates to Creative Cloud Video. → Check out this flexible sheet camera from the Computer Vision […]

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Zeiss Batis 2.8/18 super wide-angle autofocus lens for Sony E-mount announced

The Zeiss Batis 2.8/18 super wide-angle autofocus lens for Sony E-mount is now officially announced. The lens will start shipping on May 5th, 2016. The recommended US retail price is $1,499 (open for pre-orders now). The EU price is €1,499 (incl. 19% sales tax). Additional information:

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This is the Zeiss Batis 2.8/18 lens

Here are the first pictures of the upcoming Zeiss Batis 2.8/18 lens (18mm f/2.8) – expect the official announcement in the next 1-2 days. The lens specs are:

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What else is new?

There are still few items left in the Newegg selection of cameras that qualify for the 25% off coupon code APRDCSALE00 plus free shipping (previously reported here). New Lensbaby Twist 60 Optic lens announced (check pricing and availability). The Impossible Project got a new instant camera, the I-1. https://vimeo.com/161949709 Lytro announced lightfield technology to film […]

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The semi-annual Sony Alpha lens sale is now on

The semi-annual Sony Alpha lens sale started today. Here is the list of all discounted lenses:

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Sony develops the world’s first ghost catching device – The Proton Pack™

    This just in from Sony (more info at www.proton-pack.com): SONY DEVELOPS THE WORLD’S FIRST GHOST-CATCHING DEVICE The Proton Pack™ will be the first of its kind to capture ectoplasmic matter. The Proton Pack™ is equipped with a state-of-the-art, miniaturized superconducting synchrotron, which accelerates injected protons from a hydrogen plasma cell . Superaonducting temperatures […]

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Almost every camera brand will get a price increase in Canada tomorrow

The price increase (10%-25%) of photo gear in Canada I reported few weeks ago is starting tomorrow and will include almost all major brands like Nikon, Canon, Sony, Panasonic, Fuji, Pentax/Ricoh and Olympus. Check amazon.ca or your local store for more info.

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Sony RX10 III camera, Sony FE 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 G OSS and 50mm f/1.8 lenses announced

Sony is getting pretty good at preventing any leaks – they just surprised us with a new RX10 III camera (replacement for the RX10II) with newly-developed extended super-telephoto 24-600 zoom lens: Featuring newly developed ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* 24-600mmF2.4-4 large-aperture high-magnification zoom lens High-fidelity capture of image detail and fast readout with 20.1MP 1.0-type stacked CMOS […]

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What else is new?

→ Just announced: Atomos Shogun Flame and Ninja Flame on-camera monitors (check pricing and availability). → Lee Filters announced a new 15 stops Super Stopper neutral density 4.5 filter. → New AdoramaPix promo codes. → New camera tech snaps reflection-free photos through windows. → The Olympus Stylus TG-870 camera is now in stock. → Canon EOS […]

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Sony is exploring the split out of its imaging products division

In a new press release today Sony announced that they are “exploring” the split of their imaging products business into a new company just like they did with the Sony image sensor unit few months ago:

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