Olympus Stylus TG-Tracker camera to be announced next

By PR admin | Published: March 10, 2016

Olympus Stylus TG-Tracker camera
The next camera to be announced by Olympus will be called "Stylus TG-Tracker" - the name was recently registered at the Indonesian communications agency. The official announcement is usually 30-90 days after the registration. Based on the name, this will most likely be a new action-type camera.

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B&H and Adorama are now taking preorder for the Techart PRO Leica M lens to Sony E-mount AF adapter

By PR admin | Published: March 9, 2016

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The new Techart PRO Leica M lens to Sony E-mount AF adapter that will let you autofocus manual Leica M lenses on Sony a7 cameras is now available for pre-order at B&H and Adorama, Addition information on the new adapter, including features, specs and multiple hands-on videos and reviews can be found over at LeicaRumors.

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Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary lens real-world sample photos

By PR admin | Published: March 9, 2016

Sigma 30mm f:1.4 DC DN Contemporary lens
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New set of sample photos from the recently announced Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary lens can be found at dpreview, flickr and d-pixx. The official sample photos are available here. The lens is expected to start shipping in mid-March. The US price is $339 for both the Sony E and MFT mounts.

Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary lens MTF charts:

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Samsung NX500 now discontinued, massive NX1 price drop

By PR admin | Published: March 8, 2016

More bad news for the Samsung NX line:

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The Samsung NX500 mirrorless camera is now listed as discontinued at B&H and is no longer even listed at Adorama.

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There is also a new $450/$500 price drop on the Samsung NX1 top-of-the-line model:

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WPPI special deals and the latest rebates

By PR admin | Published: March 7, 2016

WPPI special deals
BandH-WPPI-specials

* Certain specials need promo code BHWPPI16. Most of those offers will expire on March 10th.

Update: more WPPI deals can be found here.

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Sony announced new HX80 camera and the development of a Wireless Lighting Control System

By PR admin | Published: March 7, 2016

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Sony announced a new HX80 compact camera (price: $348) with 30x zoom and built-in retractable EVF. Key features for the new model are included below:

  • Premium 30x ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T* optical zoom lens with 60x "Clear Image" digital zoom capability
  • Built-in pop-up OLED Tru-Finder EVF w/ high contrast and vivid colors
  • 18.2 MP Exmor R CMOS sensor and BIONZ X processor ensure the finest capture details for still images and Full HD videos in all lighting conditions
  • Optical SteadyShot with 5-axis image stabilization minimizes effects of camera shake
  • 921k dot, 3.0 type LCD screen that tilts a full 180 degrees
  • Full HD movie shooting capabilities including high-speed XAVC S format at 50 Mbps
  • Built-in 'pop up' flash for low-light shooting support
  • Compatible with Wi-Fi / NFC for seamless wireless transfer of content and with select Sony PlayMemories™ Camera apps
  • Shipping will start in April

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Sony also announced the development of a new Wireless Lighting Control System:

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Venus Optics Laowa STF 105mm f/2 lens officially announced

By PR admin | Published: March 6, 2016

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The Laowa STF 105mm f/2 lens I reported on back in January is now officially announced. The US pricing and shipping dates have not yet been revealed.

Update: the lens is now available for pre-order. Here is the first hands-on:

Venus Optics has already three specialized lenses and another one that will be announced soon:

Additional information on the Laowa STF 105mm f/2 lens:

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Deal of the day: $100 off the new Fuji X-Pro2 + 35mm f/2 lens kit

By PR admin | Published: March 4, 2016

Fuji X-Pro2 35mm lens kit savings
B&H now has a new special: $100 off the new Fuji X-Pro2 camera and XF 35mm f/2 R WR lens.

The Fuji X-Pro2 is currently in stock at Amazon and Adorama.

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