What else is new?

By PR admin | Published: June 22, 2015

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→ Sample photos from the Sigma dp0 Quattro camera ($999) published online (more photos available here).

Sony-A7r-full-frame-mirrorless-camera
→ The Sony a7R camera is now $400 off.

Sigma-50mm-f1.4-DG-HSM-Art-lens-discount
→ The $100 off discount for the Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art lens will expire on June 30th.

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Mitakon Speedmaster 85mm f/1.2 full frame lens review and sample photos

By PR admin | Published: June 20, 2015

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Tom published his review of the Mitakon 85mm f/1.2 lens ($799):

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Canon 10mm f/2.8L USM full frame lens and other patents from Canon, Sony and Olympus

By PR admin | Published: June 20, 2015

Canon drone patent

→ Is Canon getting into the drone business? A recently filed patent describes how to control the angle of the vertical and horizontal direction of the camera and how to analyze coordinates from GPS satellite.

Canon 10mm f:2.8L USM full frame lens patent
→ Canon filed a patent for a full frame Canon 10mm f/2.8L USM lens (not a fisheye).

Canon half-ND filter patent
→ Canon filed a patent to increase the dynamic range by using a half-ND filter and DPAF.

Canon translucent pellicle mirror camera EVF patent
→ Canon has a patent for a camera with translucent/pellicle mirror and EVF.

More patents after the break:

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The Sigma 24-35mm f/2 DG HSM Art full frame lens officially announced

By PR admin | Published: June 19, 2015

Sigma 24-35mm f:2 DG HSM Art lens
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The Sigma 24-35mm f/2 DG HSM Art lens I reported yesterday is now officially announced and will be available in Sigma, Canon and Nikon mounts. The matching lens hood is LH876-03. Check pricing at B&H.

Update: some sample images and a quick hands-on review can be found here.

Technical specifications:

  • Lens Construction: 18 elements in 13 groups
  • Minimum aperture: F16
  • Filter size: 82mm
  • Angle of view (35mm): 84.1°-63.4°
  • Minimum focusing distance: 28cm/11.0in.
  • Dimensions (Diameter x Length): 87.6mm x 122.7mm/3.4in. x 4.8in.
  • Number of diaphragm blades: 9 (rounded diaphragm)
  • Maximum magnification ratio: 1:4.4
  • Weight: 940g/33.2oz.

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Topaz DeNoise plugin is 25% off this month

By PR admin | Published: June 19, 2015

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The Topaz DeNoise plugin is 25% off ($20 off) for the month of June with coupon code JUNEDENOISE. Topaz DeNoise is used to remove distracting High ISO image noise and preserves detail. Here are two before and after examples:

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Fuji X-T10, Panasonic G7 cameras, new Sony Vario-Sonnar lenses now in stock

By PR admin | Published: June 18, 2015

Fujifilm X-T10 Mirrorless Camera with XF 18-55mm F2.8-4 R LM OIS LensPanasonic matte black G7 camera

Sony 24-70mm f:2.8 Vario-Sonnar T* Zeiss ZA SSM II, Alpha A DSLR Mount LensSony 16-35mm f:2.8 Vario-Sonnar T* ZA SSM II Zeiss Lens, Alpha DSLR Mount
Now shipping in the US and currently in stock:

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Ricoh GR II camera additional coverage

By PR admin | Published: June 18, 2015

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The new Ricoh GR II camera did not bring any significant updates (only Wi-Fi, NFC, upgraded AWB and wireless flash sync), but it still remains one of the best compact cameras available today. Here is some additional coverage on the new GR II:

Ricoh limited edition GR II camera set
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→ Ricoh announced also a new limited edition GR II set that includes a leather case, hand strap and a green lens ring.

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→ A demo of the new smartphone app can be found here.

Ricoh-GH-3-hood-adapter-for-GR-II
→ The Ricoh GH-3 hood & adapter is compatible with the new GR II.

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Sigma 24-35mm f/2 DG HSM Art full frame lens confirmed for tomorrow

By PR admin | Published: June 18, 2015

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The rumor I reported earlier today was correct - Sigma will announce a new 24-35mm f/2 DG HSM Art full frame lens (pictures via digicame-info). Stay tuned for details.

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