Macphun is becoming Skylum, DxO OpticsPro is becoming DxO PhotoLab

By PR admin | Published: October 25, 2017


Macphun is becoming Skylum (read more here).


DxO OpticsPro is becoming DxO PhotoLab (read more here).

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Additional Sony coverage

By PR admin | Published: October 25, 2017

In addition to the a7r III mirrorless camera ($3,199), Sony announced also two new lenses:


 

The Sony a7rIII brochure can be downloaded here – a lot of useful information inside, including this quick specs comparison between the Sony a7r III and a7r II cameras:

Sony A7R III vs. Canon 5D Mark IV vs. Nikon D850 specifications comparison

Official sample photos: Sony α7R III | Sony FE 24-105mm f/4 G OSS.

Additional Sony Sony a7r III videos:

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Announced: Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 17mm f/1.2 PRO and 45mm f/1.2 PRO MFT lenses

By PR admin | Published: October 25, 2017


The previously rumored Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 17mm f/1.2 PRO and 45mm f/1.2 PRO lenses are now officially announced. Both lenses are priced at $1,200. Additional information:

Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 17mm f/1.2 PRO lens

Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 45mm f/1.2 PRO lens

 
Here are the three Olympus M.Zuiko Digital f/1.2 PRO MFT lenses:



Related videos:

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Coming soon: HD PENTAX-D FA ★ 50mm f/1.4 SDM AW and HD PENTAX-DA ★ 11-18mm f/2.8 lenses

By PR admin | Published: October 25, 2017

Two new Pentax lenses to be announced soon: HD FA 50mm f/1.4 SDM AW & HD DA 11-18mm f/2.8

 

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Breaking: DxO acquires Nik Collection from Google, will continue development

By PR admin | Published: October 25, 2017


Some good news or all Nik Collection fans: DxO acquired Nik Collection from Google and will continue to develop it. Shorty after it became a free software, in May this year Google announced that they will no longer support the software.


Here is the full press release:

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Sony a7r III mirrorless camera officially announced

By PR admin | Published: October 25, 2017




As I already reported, at exactly 2:30am EST Sony officially announced their new Sony a7r III mirrorless camera. Here are the basic specs (Google translated):

  • 35mm Full-Frame 42.4 MP Back-Illuminated Exmor R™ CMOS Image Sensor with Evolved Image Processing
  • Continuous Shooting at up to 10 fps with either Silent Shooting or Mechanical Shutter and full Auto Focus/Auto Exposure tracking
  • 399 phase-detection AF points covering 68% of image area, 425 contrast AF points and approximately 2 times more effective Eye AF
  • 5-axis optical in-body image stabilization with a 5.5 step[v] shutter speed advantage
  • High Resolution 4K Movie Shooting with full pixel readout and no pixel binning
  • Completely redesigned for professionals, including upgraded Auto Focus, Dual SD Card Slots, Extended Battery Life, SuperSpeed USB (USB 3.1 Gen 1) USB Type-C™ Terminal and more
  • Compact, Lightweight body at only 23 oz
  • Battery capacity increased by about 2.2 times
  • ISO range of 100 – 32000 (expandable to ISO 50 – 102400 for still images)
  • US price: $3,199
  • Pre-orders will open on Thursday
  • Shipping starts at the end of November 2017

Next is the full press release and related videos:

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Confirmed: Sony a7r III mirrorless camera and two lenses to be announced for the PhotoPlus expo

By PR admin | Published: October 25, 2017


Nokishita just confirmed that Sony will shortly announce:

  • Sony a7r III mirrorless camera
  • Sony FE 400mm f/2.8 GM OSS lens (future development)
  • Sony FE 24-105mm f/4 G OSS lens

The official announcement should be at 2:30 am EST. No other information or specs are available. Stay tuned for a detailed coverage.

Update: the camera is now officially announced.

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Tamron 100-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di VC USD lens price: $799

By PR admin | Published: October 24, 2017


NikonRumors spotted the not yet officially announced price of the Tamron 100-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di VC USD lens that is currently listed for pre-order at B&H for $799. The lens will be available in both Nikon and Canon mounts. Additional information on the lens can be found here.

Via NikonRumors

Like the new Tamron Facebook page and join the Tamron Facebook group for additional coverage.

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Canon’s financial results for the third quarter of 2017 (they hiked their profit forecast for the third time)

By PR admin | Published: October 24, 2017


Canon published their financial results for the third quarter of 2017. From Reuters:

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Olympus to announce the rumored 17mm f/1.2 PRO and 45mm f/1.2 PRO lenses on October 26th

By PR admin | Published: October 24, 2017

The previously rumored Olympus M.Zuiko Digital 17mm f/1.2 PRO and 45mm f/1.2 PRO lenses will be officially announced on October 26th (Japanese time – probably on October 25th EST) during the 2017 PhotoPlus show in NYC. The official release date will be in late January 2018.

Olympus already has one fast PRO lens (25mm f/1.2).

Olympus is also rumored to announce a new camera at a later date.

Additional information on the new lenses:

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