Update: The Rokinon XEEN cinema full frame lenses are now officially announced (see the hands-on review).
On August 10th, Rokinon will announce three new high-end Xeen cine full frame prime lenses: 24mm, 50mm and 85mm (all with a constant T/1.5 aperture). Some additional details:
B&H has a special deal on the Lytro Illum lightfield camera for $799 ($500 off) with free expedited shipping. This deal is valid for the next 13 hours, while supply lasts.
I received some information that Sigma is working on a new 12-24mm lens. Two new versions will be introduced: Art and Contemporary (similar to the 150-600mm lens). This is all I have for now, stay tuned for additional information.
Sigma currently has a 12-24mm f/4.5-5.6 DG HSM II lens in their lineup.
Today Fuji announced a new infrared version of their X-T1 mirrorless camera for the need of law enforcement, medical research and scientific communities. The price of the IR version is $1,699. Additional details:
The price of the Canon EOS 1DX DSLR camera dropped by $700 to $4,599. The possible replacement (EOS 1D X Mark II) is rumored to have a 24MP sensor and be able to shoot “faster than 12fps”.
In addition to the 1DX Mark II, a new Canon 5DX and 6D Mark II cameras are also expected to be announced in the next few months. Here are some more rumors from dpreview forum (take with a grain of salt):
→ Sigma UK announced the pricing and availability of the 24-35mm f/2 DG HSM lens: £949.99 (the Canon version is already in stock in the US and Europe).
→ New Think Tank Photo “Roller Flair” bag announced.
→ Lomography got a new Lomo’Instant Kyoto edition camera kit that includes 3 lens attachments (fisheye, close-up and portrait).
→ Sony and Zeiss: what photographers should know about the partnership.
→ Canon EOS M3 camera tested at DxOMark.
The Sony a7s mirrorless camera (body only) is currently available on eBay for $1,799 from a reputable seller – I believe this is the lowest price I have seen for this model (regular price: $2,498). Please note that this is a grey market camera that comes with 1 year US warranty by the seller.
Update – another good Sony deal: a3000 mirrorless camera f0r $245.
Now in stock and shipping in the US:
