→ Sony quietly announced new G Series XQD version 2 memory cards (priced between $163.50 and $799.95).
→ The Pentax K-5 IIs DSLR camera is now $300 off. Check out also the latest lens discounts.
→ The Canon EOS 7D Mark II camera is now shipping and is currently in stock.
→ DxO OpticsPro 10 released (you can get a discount with coupon code BHPPE14).
→ New Mitakon 42.5mm f/1.2 lens for MFT, Sony E and Fuji X mounts.
→ Think Tank Photo announced new bags for mirrorless cameras.
A quick reminder: the current Topaz Labs Clarity 25% off deal (with coupon code Octclarity) is ending tomorrow.
Pentax officially announced a new DA 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6 ED DC WR lens for DSLR cameras (the lens was initially introduced at Photokina). The price is $746.95 (available for pre-order). Here are the lens specifications:
| Focal Length | 16-85mm |
|---|---|
| (in 35mm format equivalent) | 24.5-130mm |
| Maximum Aperture | F3.5-5.6 |
| Minimum Aperture | F22-38 |
| Lens Construction | 16elements in 12groups |
| Angle of View | 83-19° |
| Lens Mount | KAF3 |
| Minimum Focusing Distance | 0.35m (1.15 ft.) |
| Maximum Magnification | 0.26x |
| Filter Diameter | 72mm |
| Diaphragm Control | Fully automatic |
| Number of Diaphragm Blades | 7 |
| Rounded aperture (16mm: F3.5-4.5, 85mm: F5.6-8) | |
| Aperture Ring | N/A |
| Tripod Compatibility | N/A |
| Lens Hood | PH-RBA72 |
| Lens Cap | O-LC72 |
| Lens Case | S90-140 |
| Maximum Diameter x Length | Approx.78mm x 94mm (3.1 inch x 3.7 inch) |
| Weight | Approx.488g /17.2 oz (with hood Approx.517g /18.2 oz) |
| Bundle | Hood, Lens cap, Mount cap |
| Others | HD Coating |
| SP (Super Protect) Coating | |
| Quick-shift Focus System |
Main features:
The previously rumored Olympus Stylus 1s camera was officially announced in Japan today. There are no indications if the new model will be available in other countries. Here is a quick specs comparison with the previous model:
Ricoh announced a new version of their Theta 360-degree camera. Here are the specifications:
Olympus is rumored to announce their new Stylus 1s compact camera tomorrow (right before the Photo Plus show in New York). One of the improvements over the previous version is a smaller AF target and a new step-up zoom function. The lens will remain the same (28-300mm f/2.8 equivalent). A new 0.8x wide conversion lens WCON-08X will also be announced tomorrow. Stay tuned for additional details.
Via Digicame-info
The new Canon rebates now also include the new 7D Mark II camera (shipping starts on October 30th):
New Fuji rebates - up to $300 off:
Additional instant rebates:
→ Canon EOS 6D camera is listed as discontinued at Amazon UK.
→ Sony RX1 camera is listed as discontinued at DigitalRev.
→ Nikon D800E (and D800) cameras are listed as discontinued at B&H.
→ Fuji X100s camera is listed as discontinued.
→ Leica X2 camera is also listed as discontinued.
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