Third Sony price increase in the US because of Trump’s tariffs


Today, Sony increased their prices in the US for the third time this year as a result of Trump’s tariffs. Here are a few examples:

ModelOld price (July)New price (Sept)Increase
Sony α9 III$5,999$6,399$400
Sony α7R V$3,899$4,299$400
Sony α9 II$4,499$4,899$400
Sony α6400$899$1,099$200
Sony α6700$1,399$1,499$100
Sony FX6$5,999$6,999$1,000
Sony α7 IV$2,499$2,599$100
Sony α7C II$2,199$2,299$100
Sony α7CR$2,999$3,099$100

Several E-mount lenses have also been affected, for example:

ModelOld price (July)New price (Sept)Increase
Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II$2,300$2,448$148
Sony FE 50mm f/1.4 GM$1,299$1,398$99
Sony FE 135mm f/1.8 GM$1,999$2,148$149
Sony FE 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II$2,799$3,099$300
Sony FE 28-135mm f/4 G PZ OSS$2,499$2,988$489
Sony FE 400-800mm f/6.3-8 G OSS$2,898$3,298$400
Sony FE 16-55mm f/2.8 G$1,399$1,698$299
Sony FE 90mm f/2.8 Macro G OSS$1,099$1,198$99
Sony FE 70-350mm f/4.5-6.3 G OSS$999$1,098$99
Sony FE 35mm f/1.8$749$798$49
Sony FE 15mm f/1.4 G$849$948$99
Sony FE 24mm f/2.8 G$599$648$49
Sony FE 40mm f/2.5 G$599$648$49
Sony FE 18-105mm f/4 G OSS$599$698$99

Sony already had two price increases in the US this year – one in May and one in June:

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The new Ricoh GR IV camera is now in stock


The new Ricoh GR IV camera is now in stock at Amazon for $1,599:

Check also availability at:


Via PentaxRumors

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New Brightin Star 10mm f/5.6 PRO lens announced


A new Brightin Star 10mm f/5.6 PRO lens has been announced for MFT/RF/X/Z/E mount.

Orders are now open at Amazon | BrightinStar.com.

Additional information:

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WideluxX panoramic film camera update




Here is an update on the new/upcoming WideluxX panoramic film camera – it’s good to see that this project is still alive:

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New accessory: Fujifilm X100F screen cover


PPPcameras has a new screen cover for the Fujifilm X100F camera.

Similar products already exist for other Fuji and Leica models:

Screen covers, dial locks, and leatherette accessories for Fujifilm cameras

PPP Cameras: store + film lab + repair + repaint + camera customizations services

Check also the X100VI camera accessories:

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GoPro to announce two new cameras next week: MAX 2 & Lit HERO


On September 23rd, GoPro will announce two new cameras

GoPro will also announce a new Phoenix gimbal. Here are the latest leaks:

 

Here is the latest GoPro roadmap:


Here is the GoPro MAX2 patent with two back-to-back sensors:

Here is the latest GoPro teaser:

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Canon is reviving its compact camera line and has taken the #1 spot in Japan


Compact cameras are experiencing a comeback, and Canon is currently the leader in Japan in that category.

Compact fixed-lens cameras are becoming more popular, while interchangeable-lens cameras are starting to lose their popularity

The new PowerShot Elph 360 HS A model Canon introduced recently is just a rebadged 10-year-old camera that now sells for almost double the price (they did not even bother to upgrade to USB-C).

Canon is also increasing the production of the PowerShot G7 X III compact camera (announced back in 2019).

The new Canon PowerShot V1 and two other compact cameras will be in short supply

Canon recently acknowledged “the popularity of compact cameras“:

Canon released full-year financial reports, confirms upcoming compact camera(s)

BCN Rankings published the latest compact camera manufacturers’ sales volume, and Canon is currently the leader:

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Act fast: Fujifilm X100VI camera (black) is now in stock



The black Fujifilm X100VI camera is now in stock at B&H Photo.

Act fast, they will sell out pretty quickly.

Check out also the latest Fujifilm X100VI camera accessories:

New: Fujifilm X100VI “Slim Skin” case by Akaralabs

Just announced: IDSworks grip for the new Fuji X100VI camera

 

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Announced: Viltrox AF 9mm f/2.8 & AF 14mm f/4.0 Air lenses



The previously reported Viltrox AF 9mm f/2.8 Air E/Z (APS-C) and AF 14mm f/4.0 Air FE/Z (full frame) lenses are now officially announced. Here are the pre-orders links:

Additional information:

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What else is new?


Here is what else is new:

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