What else is new?

By PR admin | Published: July 2, 2017


→ A free update for the ON1 Photo RAW 2017.5 software is now available for download. It includes new bug fixes and performance updates. You can get a free 30 days trial here.


→ Irix recently launched new ND gel filters for their wide angle lenses. The new filters will be available in a month.


→ Sigma is also developing a rear filter holder that will be available only for the Canon version of the Sigma 14mm f/1.8 DG HSM Art lens.


→ More on the recently reported Sony a9 camera issues: star eating, sharpness, banding issue (more here and here).


→ Sony announced a new 20MP 1″ sensor and a new 10MP MFT sensor with instant HDR. Both new sensors appear to be designed for industrial applications.

This week’s recap from the rumors and addicts blogs:

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New KEH coupon codes for selling and buying used photo gear

By PR admin | Published: July 1, 2017

KEH has some new coupon codes for selling and buying used photo gear:

Sell gear

  • 10% additional bonus for items in the Most Wanted Items Category
  • Coupon code: 10MW-0607A
  • Valid till July 11 (valid only for items listed in the category above)
  • Note: If you select payment with a KEH gift card, the bonus is extended to 15%

Buy gear

  • 10% off on items in the Featured Products Category
  • Vanity Code: 4TH-RUMORS
  • Valid till July 4th (valid only for items listed in the category above)
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Top 10 PhotoRumors posts for June 2017

By PR admin | Published: July 1, 2017

  
  
  
The top 10 PhotoRumors posts for June, 2017 are: Read More »

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7Artisans / DJ-Optical mirrorless lenses

By PR admin | Published: June 30, 2017


There is a new Chinese lens manufacturer that produces some interesting and very cheap mirrorless lenses sold under the 7Artisans / DJ-Optical brand:

 
 
7Artisans lenses are sold at Amazon and eBay.

More info on the 7Artisans 50mm f/1.1 lens for Leica M-mount:

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Just announced: Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2 lens for Nikon and Canon DSLR cameras

By PR admin | Published: June 30, 2017


The Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2 lens for Nikon and Canon DSLR cameras is now officially announced. The biggest improvement is the 5 stops improved image stabilization.

Pre-order links: Adorama | B&H

Additional information:

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Canon EOS 6D Mark II and Rebel SL2 DSLR camera announced

By PR admin | Published: June 29, 2017

Canon officially announced the EOS 6D Mark II and Rebel SL2 DSLR cameras:


Canon EOS 6D Mark II DSLR Camera

  • 26.2 Megapixel Full-frame CMOS Sensor
  • Optical Viewfinder with a 45-point All Cross-type AF System
  • Dual Pixel CMOS AF with Phase-detection & Full HD 60p
  • DIGIC 7 Image Processor, ISO 100-40000
  • Vari-angle Touch Screen, 3.0-inch LCD
  • Built-in Wi-Fi, NFC, Bluetooth and GPS technology
  • High-speed Continuous Shooting at up to 6.5 fps
  • Dust- & Water-resistant
  • Sample photos
  • Pre-order: B&H | Adorama | Amazon | WEX


Canon EOS Rebel SL2 DSLR Camera

  • 24.2 Megapixel CMOS (APS-C) Sensor
  • Dual Pixel CMOS AF
  • 3.0-inch Vari-Angle LCD Touch-Screen,
  • Built-in Wi-Fi, NFC and Bluetooth Technology
  • Full HD 60p & External Microphone Input
  • DIGIC 7 Image Processor, ISO 100-25600
  • Optical Viewfinder with a 9-point AF System
  • Feature Assistant
  • Small and Lightweight Body
  • Sample photos
  • Pre-order: B&H | Adorama | Amazon | WEX

Related videos:

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RED announcement on July 6th: modular camera system with cellphone functionality?

By PR admin | Published: June 28, 2017


There are some speculation online that RED could announce a new modular camera system with cellphone functionality on July 6th. This is what RED’s CEO James Jannard said:

“July 6th. 9am PST. Right here. You need to be online. You need to tell everyone you know to be online. Have your credit card ready. This is a new product category. It does not impact your RED camera.”

There is an interesting new patent for a “multi-layer handheld electronic device”:


Another patent application describes a modular digital camera system with cellphone functionality:

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Tamron and Canon announcements in the next 48 hours

By PR admin | Published: June 28, 2017

The new Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2 lens now listed at Adorama

Additional specifications for the Canon EOS 6D Mark II DSLR camera

Pictures of the white and silver Canon EOS 200D / Rebel SL2 DSLR camera (with Dual pixel CMOS AF)

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Aurora HDR 2017 software flash sale (lowest price ever)

By PR admin | Published: June 27, 2017


From June 27-30 Macphun is offering their Aurora HDR 2017 software for the lowest price ever:

  • $79 instead of $99 – for all the new users
  • $59 instead of $69 – for Aurora HDR Basic/AppStore users
  • $39 instead of $49 – for Aurora HDR 2016 users

What you get:

  • Aurora HDR 2017 – HDR photo editor for Mac
  • Trey’s Expansion Preset Pack – 26 presets from Trey Ratcliff
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Micron discontinues Lexar memory cards retail business

By PR admin | Published: June 27, 2017


Micron announced that they will discontinue the Lexar removable storage retail business which includes also Lexar memory cards. Here is the official statement:

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