Category Archives: Sony

Samyang announced 14mm f/2.8 ED AS IF UMC and 50mm f/1.4 AS IF UMC lenses with autofocus for Sony E mount

By PR admin | Published: May 3, 2016

Samyang announced two new lenses (14mm f/2.8 ED AS IF UMC and 50mm f/1.4 AS IF UMC) with autofocus for Sony E mount full frame mirrorless cameras:

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Sony was seriously impacted by the 2016 Kumamoto earthquake

By PR admin | Published: April 26, 2016

Sony postponed the announcement of their consolidated results forecast because of the impact of the 2016 Kumamoto earthquake:

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Deal of the day: Sony a7 for $398

By PR admin | Published: April 24, 2016

The Sony Alpha a7 full frame mirrorless camera is currently listed for $398 at Adorama ($700 off). This is the lowest price ever for a full frame digital camera. Some of the listings also include free accessories. The same camera sells for $998 at Amazon and B&H. Update: this was most likely an error and Adorama […]

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What else is new?

By PR admin | Published: April 17, 2016

→ 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

By PR admin | Published: April 14, 2016

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

By PR admin | Published: April 13, 2016

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?

By PR admin | Published: April 12, 2016

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

By PR admin | Published: April 6, 2016

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™

By PR admin | Published: April 1, 2016

    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

By PR admin | Published: March 31, 2016

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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