Hasselblad launches the limited 907X special edition camera to celebrate 50 years on the Moon



Hasselblad announced a new limited edition 907X camera to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the historic Apollo 11 moon landing. The new 907X special edition includes:

  • Large medium format 50MP CMOS sensor
  • Up to 14 stops of dynamic range
  • Captures 16-bit RAW images and full-resolution JPEGs
  • High-resolution 3.0-inch 920K dot touch and tilt screen
  • Smooth live view experience with a high frame rate of 60fps
  • Focus peaking, enabling more accurate focusing (especially advantageous on the manual-focused V System cameras)
  • Intuitive user interface with swipe and pinch touch controls
  • Internal battery slot with the option to recharge in-camera via the USB-C port (same battery used on the X System)
  • Dual UHS-II SD card slots
  • Integrated Wi-Fi and USB-C connection
  • Portable workflow with Phocus Mobile 2 support
  • The price is $7,499 (pre-orders are now open at Adorama and B&H)

Additional information:

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Sony a7R IV: the lie of “medium format-level image quality”


From PetaPixel regarding Sony’s claim of “medium format-level image quality” for the new 61MP a7R IV mirrorless camera:

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Fujifilm announced two new lenses: Fujinon GF 50mm f/3.5 and Fujinon XF 16-80mm f/4


Fujifilm officially announced the previously reported Fujinon GF 50mm f/3.5 and Fujinon XF 16-80mm f/4 lenses:

Fujifilm Fujinon XF 16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR

Fujifilm Fujinon GF 50mm f/3.5

Additional information can be found here and here:

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Sony a7R IV now available for pre-order



The new Sony a7R IV mirrorless camera is now available for pre-order at Adorama, B&H and Amazon. Shipping will start on September 12th.


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The Sony a7R line is getting bigger (just like any other mirrorless camera)





I updated my post about high-end mirrorless cameras keep getting bigger with the latest Sony a7R versions comparison (Sony a7R vs. Sony a7R II vs. Sony a7R III vs. Sony a7R IV camera size comparison – click for larger view):

Fact: high-end mirrorless cameras keep getting bigger

Screenshots via camerasize.com

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DJI Ronin-SC gimbal stabilizer for mirrorless cameras officially announced



The previously rumored lighter DJI Ronin-SC gimbal stabilizer specially designed for mirrorless cameras is now officially announced (with very limited X-H1, X-T2, and X-T3 support). Here are the key features:

  • Weight 1.1kg
  • Supports 2.0kg “payload”
  • Mechanical lock for each axis
  • Stabilization algorithm
  • Sport mode with fast-tracking
  • Active Track 3.0
  • Force Mobile
  • 3D Roll 360
  • Panorama, Timelapse, Motionlapse, and Motion Control Shooting Mode
  • Connect to Ronin App
  • Compatible with most mirrorless cameras
  • Accessories available
  • Now in stock at Adorama and B&H Photo
  • Additional information can be found at the official DJI website
  • Related videos:

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Report: Canon’s profit is likely to slide 40%


Nikkei reports that Canon’s profit is likely to slide 40% on European slowdown:

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Fuji announcement tomorrow: Fujinon XF 16-80mm f/4 R OIS WR and GF 50mm f/3.5 lenses



Tomorrow, July 18th (tonight after midnight) Fuji will announce two new lenses:

Updatesee the leaked press release here.

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Sony a7R IV mirrorless camera additional coverage (hands-on reports and reviews)


Sony a7R IV mirrorless camera (Adorama | B&H) additional coverage (hands-on reports and reviews):

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What else is new?

Coming soon: Aurora Aperture AMF (Adapter Mount Format) filters for Nikon FTZ Adapter

Alotech camera bag now on Kickstarter: designed for wildlife photographers by wildlife photographers

Another Nikon rumors recap (list of possible/rumored Nikon cameras)

Today is the 50th anniversary of the  Apollo 11 launch – most pros used Nikons to capture the blast-off to the moon

and the latest Fuji news:

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