Zeiss Otus 85mm f/1.4 Apo Planar T* lens now shipping

By PR admin | Published: November 12, 2014

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The Zeiss Otus 85mm f/1.4 Apo Planar T* lens is now shipping and is currently in stock at Amazon US and Amazon Germany.

Technical details, sample images and additional information on the new lens can be found here.

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Canon Germany leaked the EF 11-24mm f/4L USM lens on their website

By PR admin | Published: November 11, 2014

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With the new EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II lens, Canon Germany also had a listing for the previously rumored EF 11-24mm f/4L USM lens on their website earlier today (see screenshot above). The text is now removed, but here is the translation:

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Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II lens officially announced

By PR admin | Published: November 10, 2014

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The Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II lens is now officially announced and is available for pre-order at Adorama, B&H and Amazon. Sample photos can be found here. Additional information:

  • EF Mount L-Series Lens/Full-Frame Format
  • One Fluorite and One Super UD Element
  • Air Sphere and Fluorine Lens Coatings
  • Ring-Type USM AF Motor, Internal Focus
  • Optical Image Stabilizer with 3 Modes
  • Rotating Zoom Ring & Torque Adjustment
  • Weather-Sealed Design
  • Detachable, Rotatable Tripod Collar
  • Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm

Specifications:

Focal Length100 – 400mm
ApertureMaximum: f/4.5 – 5.6
Camera Mount TypeCanon EF
Format Compatibility35mm Film / Full-Frame Digital Sensor
Angle of View24° – 6° 10′
Minimum Focus Distance3.2′ (97.54 cm)
Magnification0.31x
Elements/GroupsNot Specified By Manufacturer
Diaphragm Blades9, Rounded
Image StabilizationYes
AutofocusYes
Tripod CollarYes Removable – rotating
Filter ThreadFront:77 mm
Dimensions (DxL)Approx. 3.7 x 7.6″ (93.98 x 193.04 mm)
Weight3.5 lb (1.59 kg)

Press release:

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New Rokinon 12mm T3.1 ED AS IF NCS UMC Cine DS fisheye lens announced

By PR admin | Published: November 10, 2014

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Rokinon announced a new 12mm T3.1 ED AS IF NCS UMC Cine DS fisheye lens for Canon EF, Nikon F, Pentax K, Sony A and Sony E mounts:

  • Canon EF Mount Lens/ Full-Frame Format
  • Aperture Range: T3.1 to 22
  • Three Extra Low Dispersion Elements
  • Two Aspherical Elements
  • Nano Crystal and UMC Lens Coating
  • Manual Focus; Internal Focus System
  • Geared Focus and Aperture Rings
  • De-Clicked Manual Aperture Ring
  • 180º Angle of View
  • Removable Petal-Shaped Lens Hood

Specifications:

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The Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II lens already announced? *UPDATED*

By PR admin | Published: November 10, 2014

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It seems that the Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II lens is already officially announced – PDN already has their article online:

  • Improved four stops image stabilization
  • The original “push-pull” zoom has been redesigned to a rotating zoom (updated)
  • Improved optical design: one Flourite and one Super UD lens element
  • Newly developed Air Sphere Coating to minimize flaring and ghosting
  • Minimum focusing distance: 3.2 feet
  • Flourine coatings on the front and rear elements
  • Weather resistant magnesium housing
  • The lens will be priced at $2,199

Update: the post is now removed – I guess PDN published it prematurely. You can still access the cached version here.

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Canon EOS 5D Mark IV and 1D X Mark II cameras rumored for early 2015 release

By PR admin | Published: November 9, 2014

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Rumors started surfacing online for new Canon EOS 5D Mark IV and 1D X Mark II DSLR cameras that could be released in early 2015 (most likely for the CES or CP+ shows). The 1D X Mark II will reportedly be announced first, but will ship later in 2015. There are no additional details or specifications for now.

Via NL

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Confirmed: Hasselblad closed their Italian design center

By PR admin | Published: November 6, 2014

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Today several websites confirmed what I already reported back in May: the Italian design center in Treviso, that Hasselblad opened in 2012, has been closed. Hasselblad is probably/hopefully abandoning the idea of creating high-end re-batched Sony cameras like the Lunar, Stellar, Solar and HV models. There is still no official statement from the company.

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New Sony a7 series trade-in program launched

By PR admin | Published: November 6, 2014

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The Sony a7 series trade-in program is back. The participating cameras are Sony Alpha a7, Sony a7 kit with 28-70mm lens and Sony Alpha a7R. All three have an instant rebate of $200 each, 4% Adorama rewards and free Expedited shipping. You will need to trade-in your working used DSLR camera or interchangeable lens within 30 days after the purchase of a Sony a7 or before placing your order. The trade-in bonus is as follows:

  • Sony Alpha a7 – up to $255
  • Sony Alpha a7 kit with 28-70mm lens – up to $300
  • Sony Alpha a7R – up to $345

For more information, visit this Adorama dedicated site.

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Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM lens leaked

By PR admin | Published: November 6, 2014

A quick update to my yesterday’s post – Digicame-info posted the first leaked picture of the upcoming EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM super-telephoto lens:

Canon EF 100-400mm f:4.5-5.6L IS II USM super-telephoto lens
Here are the lens specifications (Google translation):

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Canon EOS 7D Mark II DxOMark test score: identical to the 5 years old Nikon D300s camera

By PR admin | Published: November 5, 2014

Canon EOS 7D Mk II DxOMark score vs Nikon D300s camera
DxOMark published their test results for the new Canon EOS 7D Mk II camera – their main remark is that the camera’s low ISO performance lags behind rivals. The 7D MkII overall test score is actually equal to the 5 years old Nikon D300s DSLR (dynamic range is even worse). Obviously the new 7D has several advancements not present in the D300s and many of you will question DxOMark’s test practices, but here I just report their findings.

Here is the 7D Mark II vs. the Nikon D7100 comparison:

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and the Canon EOS 7D Mark II vs. the first Canon 7D:

Canon EOS 7D Mk II DxOMark test score
DxOMark’s conclusion:

“On paper, the Canon EOS 7D Mk II looks to be a solid choice for sports and action photographers, but its sensor performance is somewhat behind the best in class, at least at low ISOs. Relatively high noise, less discriminating color, and below-average DR at base ISO all continue to hold back Canon sensors against rivals, but that’s not the case at higher sensitivities. In fact, when light levels fall, the Canon EOS 7D Mk II performs competitively, even surpassing rivals slightly. If Canon could only address performance at base and low ISO, the EOS 7D Mk II would make a thoroughly convincing all-round choice, but in this category the Sony A77 II looks to be the more compelling option.”

In contrast, the Canon PowerShot G7 X camera scored very well:

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