What else is new?


→ After we had several new lenses introduced last week (Zeiss, Tamron, Sigma), we are getting ready for Canon's big announcement next week - expect a new 6D Mark II, Rebel SL2 DSLR cameras and maybe a new EOS M mirrorless camera.

→ Sample photos from the Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG OS HSM Art lens be found here and here. The lens is expected to start shipping next week (pre-order: B&H | Adorama).


Gitzo is also celebrating their 100 year anniversary with two special edition tripods priced at $1,500 and $3,000.


→ New: Think Tank dividers inside SKB hard cases, Streetwalker backpacks and Turnstyle sling bags. Check also the new listings at the Think Tank's outlet store.

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

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This Canon EOS 200D / Rebel SL2 DSLR camera will also be announced next week


In addition to the 6D Mark II camera, next week Canon will also announce a new EOS 200D / Rebel SL2 DSLR model. Here are the basic specifications:

  • Color: black, white and silver
  • 24.2 MP sensor
  • 5 fps
  • 3" vary-angle touch screen
  • Battery: LP-E 17
  • Size: 122.4 x 92.6 x 69.8 mm
  • Weight: 453 g

Additional pictures:

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Tamron 18-400mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC HLD lens officially announced


The Tamron 18-400mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC HLD lens for Nikon and Canon mounts is now officially announced. Pre-orders are open and Adorama and B&H.

The new Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2 lens will be announced in the next few days. The US pricing will be $1,199.

Technical specifications, MTF charts, lens design and press release for the new Tamron 18-400mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC HLD lens:

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Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 DG OS HSM Art and 14mm f/1.8 DG HSM Art lenses available for pre-order


The latest two Sigma Art DSLR lenses are now available for pre-order:

Full press release:

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Adobe Creative achieved record revenue exceeding $1 billion in Q2


Adobe started significantly increasing their profit back in 2015 when they began switching customers to the Adobe Creative Cloud subscription.

Adobe just reported that their Creative revenue hit a new record and exceeded $1 billion in Q2 (back in December 2016 Adobe also reported record revenue and net income):

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Zeiss Milvus 35mm f/1.4 lens for DSLR cameras announced

The Milvus 1.4/35 lens is now officially announced (pre-orders links: Adorama and B&H Nikon mount, Canon mount):

  • The US pricing is $1,999
  • The lens will be available for Nikon and Canon mounts
  • Aperture range: f/1.4 to f/16
  • One aspherical element
  • Five low dispersion elements
  • Zeiss T* anti-reflective coating
  • Manual focus design
  • Manual aperture ring can be de-clicked
  • Anodized metal barrel, rubber focus ring
  • Weather-sealedd construction
  • Rounded 9-blade diaphragm
  • The full technical specs with MTF charts can be downloaded here.
  • Sample photos and a sample video:

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Pictures and specifications of the Canon EOS 6D Mark II DSLR camera

Pictures and specifications of the Canon EOS 6D Mark II DSLR camera:

  • Resolution: 26.2MP
  • Dual pixel CMOS AF
  • AF point: 45 points cross type
  • Continuous shooting: 6.5 fps
  • Maximum ISO sensitivity: 40,000 (extended ISO: 102,400)
  • Video: Full HD, 5 axis electronic image stabilization
  • LCD screen: 3.0" vary angle touch screen
  • Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
  • Built-in GPS
  • Size: 144.0 x 110.5 x 74.8 mm
  • Weight: 765 g

Additional pictures:

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Additional info on the upcoming Tamron and Zeiss lenses

Specifications of the upcoming Zeiss Milvus 35mm f/1.4 ZF.2 lens

Some additional information on the upcoming Tamron 18-400mm f/3.5-5.6 Di II VC HLD all-in-one zoom lens (model B028)

Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 and 18-400mm f/3.5-5.6 lens specifications

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