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ProRes Raw video capture delayed for Lumix S1H, but firmware v2.0 still set to ship next week

23 May

Videographers waiting to be able to record 5.9K ProRes Raw video footage from the Lumix S1H to their Atomos Ninja V will have to wait a bit longer as statements from both camera and recorder manufacturers have confirmed that while the expected firmware release will go ahead on Monday, May 25, Raw video won’t be included.

Atomos says a technical issue is the cause and that the delay will be ‘slight,’ while Panasonic concentrates on the other new features firmware v2.0 will bring to users. Both companies say they’re working together to rectify the problem.

There’s no indication what the problem is, but only that it cropped up in beta testing and that both companies want to ensure recording quality is at its best before the firmware is released. A new release date for the raw video feature will be announced ‘shortly.’

Firmware V2.0 for the Panasonic S1H adds ProRes Raw video capture capability when paired with an Atomos Ninja V recorder.

While the v2.0 firmware won’t have its headline feature when released on Monday, it will still offer these new features:

LUMIX S1H Firmware Version 2.0 (*RAW video data output function is not included.)

  • Down converted output over HDMI during [6K]/[5.9K]/[5.4K] video recording is available.
  • In Creative Video mode, it is now possible to disable the operation of starting/stopping video recording by pressing a shutter button.
  • In Creative Video mode, it is now possible to set [Rec Quality (My List)] from the control panel.
  • The value of noise reduction in [V-Log] in Photo Style has been expanded to [-1], designed to suppress ghosting or afterimages that could have previously occurred in some situations.
  • It is possible to prevent the enlarged view window of MF Assist to be output over HDMI.
  • There were cases where colour banding appeared in 4:2:0/10-bit video recording in some situations. This bug has been minimised.
  • There were cases where the REC RUN time code did not count up when the video was not recorded on an SD Memory Card but was recorded on an external device over HDMI. This bug has been fixed.
  • It is now possible to set [AF+MF] in AFC mode.
  • It is now possible to assign functions to the lens’ Fn buttons when the Panasonic LUMIX S PRO 70-200mm F2.8 O.I.S. (S-E70200) is mounted.
  • It is now possible to assign function to the Fn buttons of Sigma L-Mount interchangeable lenses.
  • When attaching a lens using the Sigma MC-21 mount converter and [Image Stabilizer] > [Lens] is set to ON , Body I.S. (Image Stabiliser) suppresses roll movement.
  • [Backlight Illumination Period] has been added to the menu of Status LCD. [ON1] prevents the LCD backlight to be turned off.
  • It is now possible to select the card slot to save the JPEG images developed by in-camera RAW processing.
  • [0.5 SEC] has been added for an option of [Duration Time (photo)] in [Auto Review].
  • [Off (Disable Press and Hold)] can be assigned to the Fn button. It disables operation when the button is long-pressed.
  • The Fn button can be used for checking aperture effect while the button is pressed.
  • To prevent improper operation, touch-control is disabled for [Delete All] operation in playback mode. Only cursor buttons can be used for [Delete All] operation.
  • There were rare cases where the camera froze during [Segmented File Recording] or during recording at 400 Mbps under a particular set of conditions including the type of SD Card used. This phenomenon has been improved.
  • Aperture and shutter speed can be controlled using front/rear dials when the rear monitor is set to OFF.
  • There were cases where F stop value control failed depending on the maximum F stop value when non-Panasonic L-Mount lens is mounted. This bug has been fixed.

The new firmware will be downloadable for free via the Panasonic Japan support pages.

Atomos press release:

Atomos Ninja V and LUMIX S1H RAW firmware delay

The firmware updates enabling the much-anticipated Atomos Ninja V and Panasonic LUMIX S1H RAW over HDMI combination have unfortunately been slightly delayed from the original 25th May release schedule, to ensure the highest possible level of RAW recording.

An unforeseen technical issue has come to light in the final rounds of beta testing that needs rectification prior to shipping. The companies are working together to complete the development as soon as possible. We apologise to our mutual customers waiting for the functions this release enables.

Please note that Panasonic will be releasing Ver 2.0 firmware on May 25th with various improvements to camera functions, however will not include the planned RAW HDMI output feature. Atomos will release its Ninja V AtomOS for LUMIX S1H HDMI RAW in-line with Panasonic’s RAW output firmware.

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DJI restocks its Phantom 4 Pro V2.0 drone, nearly a year after discontinuing it

14 Jan

The Phantom boasts an iconic, instantly recognizable design that marked DJI’s foray into the consumer drone business back at the start of 2013. Since then, the product line has been upgraded 4 times. The DJI Phantom 4 series became especially popular with the commercial drone operator sector when the Pro line was introduced in November 2016. The camera has a 1″ 20MP CMOS sensor plus 4K/60p video, along with 5 directional obstacle sensing and 4 directional obstacle avoidance – amongst other upgrades.

The Phantom 4 Pro V2.0 was introduced in May 2018. There isn’t much difference from the previous model in the Phantom 4 series except for the addition of an OcuSync transmission system and low-noise propellers. When all versions of the Phantom 4 series were sold out, some for over half a year at the time, the company made an unfortunate announcement. ‘Due to a shortage of parts from a supplier, DJI is unable to manufacture more Phantom 4 Pro V2.0 drones until further notice. We apologize for any inconvenience this might cause and recommend our customers explore DJI’s Mavic series drones as an alternative solution to serve their needs,’ read an official statement from DJI last April.

In a statement to DPReview regarding the re-launch, Patrick Santucci of DJI said:

‘DJI is excited to announce that the Phantom 4 Pro V2.0 will again be available for purchase on January 6, 2020. This popular and versatile drone had been temporarily out of stock because of a shortage of parts from a supplier. DJI sets high standards for the extremely advanced components in our products, which require advanced lead time and technical precision to manufacture. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused our customers, and we thank them for their patience as we ensure the Phantom 4 Pro V2.0 will continue to meet their high expectations.’

Much of DJI’s efforts over the past 18+ months have been focused on the Mavic series – from the Mavic 2 line to the sub-250-gram Mini. A Mavic 3 is rumored to be released in the coming months. This is why it came as a shock that DJI announced the return of its Phantom 4 Pro V2.0 drone earlier this week. Some enthusiasts have taken to the drone forums to predict a forthcoming Phantom 5 successor, despite rumors being all but dismissed at the same time the V2.0 was initially discontinued.

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Nikon Z6 and Z7 scoring updated to reflect firmware v2.0

20 Jun

The latest firmware for the Nikon Z6 and Z7 makes a significant difference to the cameras’ usability and focus performance, so we’ve revisited the scoring for both cameras to address the improvements.

Read our analysis of the performance of Nikon’s Eye AF system

We found the Eye AF system significantly improves the ease of shooting with the Z6 and also overcomes many of our concerns about the ability to fine-focus for portraiture. These improvements greatly change the user experience and are enough to bump the camera’s overall score up to 89%, making it the joint high-scorer in its class.

The change to the Z7’s score is less pronounced. This is partly because its 45MP sensor makes the slight inaccuracy of the Eye AF system more significant but also because the update doesn’t appear to make a big improvement to the camera’s low-light AF performance, which was a major factor in the camera’s AF score.

Read our full Nikon Z6 review

Read our full Nikon Z7 review

Are you going to do this for other cameras?

There have been significant firmware updates for a number of other cameras and we’ll be re-testing and updating those reviews wherever possible.

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DJI launches Phantom 4 Pro V2.0 drone with ‘OcuSync’ and 60% quieter flight

10 May

Following numerous leaks, DJI has officially launched its new Phantom 4 Pro V2.0 drone today: basically a Phantom 4 Pro with a new ‘OcuSync’ transmission system for high-res low-latency video transmission, and a 4 decibel reduction in flying noise (that makes it 60% quieter).

Beyond these two features, the drone features the same build and internals as the Phantom 4 Pro. That means a 4K/60fps camera with a 1-inch 20MP Exmor R CMOS sensor and support for taking stills at 14fps in Burst Mode; an “aerial optimized” F2.8 wide-angle lens with a 24mm equivalent focal length, 8 elements (including two aspherical) in 7 groups, and the promise of low dispersion/distortion; and a mechanical shutter with a max speed of 1/2000s.

There’s also the same FlightAutonomy system, an “advanced aerial intelligence and flight automation platform.”

This spec comparison from DJI’s website shows you what’s new (and not new) in the P4P V2 as compared to the original Phantom 4 Pro and the Phantom 4 Advanced (click to enlarge):

As mentioned above, what’s new about the P4P V2.0 is OcuSync and quieter flight. There’s not much to say about quiet flight except that noise has been reduced by 60% over its predecessor. OcuSync, on the other hand, is a little more interesting.

The OcuSync HD video transmission system replaces Lightbridge in the original Phantom 4 Pro and Phantom 4 Advanced. Like Lightbridge, OcuSync offers a 7km transmission range and automatic dual-frequency band switching (where allowed). Unlike Lightbridge, it connects to DJI Goggles RE wirelessly, and features high-def, low-latency transmission—both convenient features for FPV shooters.

Here’s a closer look at the Phantom 4 Pro V2.0 from all angles:

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The DJI Phantom 4 Pro V2.0 is available now from DJI for $ 1,500 USD. When bundled with the Phantom 4 Pro+ V2.0 controller—which features a 5.5-inch, 1080p resolution screen with 1000 nits brightness—the price increases to $ 1,800 USD. Finally, DJI is also offering a $ 2,200 USD bundle that includes the DJI Goggles.

To learn more about this new(ish) drone, read the press release below or head over to the DJI website.

Press Release

DJI Introduces V2.0 Edition Of The Phantom 4 Pro

With DJI OcuSync Transmission, 60% Propeller Noise Reduction And Simultaneous Wireless Connectivity For An Enriched FPV Experience

Fans of the iconic DJI Phantom drone can look forward to the release of the Phantom 4 Pro V2.0 (P4P V2.0), the latest variation of the Phantom 4 Pro. Packed with the powerful features of the P4P, the P4P V2.0 uses DJI’s OcuSync transmission technology for high-resolution and low-latency digital video transmission and improves the flight experience by reducing propeller noise by up to 60%. Users who utilize the first-person-view experience for work or for play, can directly connect the P4P V2.0 with their DJI Goggles for an immersive FPV flying experience.

With 30 minutes of flight time, 7 km transmission range[1], 5-directional obstacle sensing system and 1” CMOS Sensor with 4k@60p video recording capabilities, the P4P V2.0 is a drone fit for prosumers and professionals who need a reliable and powerful imaging solution that can cater to diverse filming needs and mapping operations.

Retaining its iconic white airframe, the P4P V2.0 also has a Phantom 4 Pro+ V2.0 version, which comes with a 5.5-inch, 1080p resolution screen built-in to the remote controller for operators who often fly outdoors under direct sunlight.

Price and Availability

The Phantom 4 Pro V2.0 is now available for purchase at store.dji.com, the four DJI Flagship Stores and authorized dealers worldwide. Its US retail price of USD$ 1,499 includes the aircraft, battery, remote controller, four pairs of propellers, battery charger, power cable, gimbal clamp, Micro USB cable, Micro SD Card and a carrying case. The Phantom 4 Pro+ V2.0 retails at USD$ 1,799 and includes all P4P V2.0 accessories, but with the 5.5-inch monitor built into the remote controller. For availability and pricing in local currency, visit store.dji.com.

[1] The aircraft must be unobstructed and free of interference, using a remote controller when FCC compliant. Always follow applicable laws and regulations when flying.

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Review: Think Tank Modular Component Set V2.0

09 Mar

If you’re a photographer who frequently carries lots of gear, and needs it easily accessible to you during a shoot, it’s time to start thinking like Batman! That doesn’t mean donning a cape and mask, but rather making use of a utility belt that allows you to attach various accessories to it, for easy access. Luckily, you need not look any further than the Think Tank Modular Component Set, a customizable waist belt that holds you gear close to you, while taking the weight off your neck and shoulders.

In this review, I’ll take a closer look at the Modular Component System V2.0, and why it’s essential for on-location photographers.

Think Tank Modular Components 1

What’s in the Box

One of the best parts of this product, is that it includes the following modular components that can be used separately, or in conjunction with each other:

  • Lens Changer 50 V2.0
  • Lens Changer 75 Pop Down V2.0
  • Strobe Stuff
  • Speed Changer V2.0

Everything arrives neatly packaged in a zippered travel pouch.

Think Tank Modular Components 2

What Fits

As you can probably tell by the product photo above, two of these modular components are pouches with drawstrings, while the other two are zippered mini bags. Let’s look first at the pouches.

Think Tank Modular Components 1Pretty much any wide-angle or standard zoom lens will fit in the Lens Changer 50 pouch. The larger Lens Changer 75 pouch can unzip to extend its length, to be able to carry a lens as large as a 70–200mm f/2.8, or Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6, with the lens hood reversed. Both of these pouches have wide, flexible openings, and drawstring cords that can be easily loosened or tightened with one hand. These two qualities make it very easy to quickly access the contents of the pouches. Each pouch also has a low-profile zippered bottom, that holds a rain cover.

In addition to the drawstring pouches, there are two mini bag components, one that can hold a large speedlight flash, and the other is quite a bit larger for holding extra small to mid-size lenses, or even a professional DSLR camera body without a lens attached.

Together, these modular components can hold quite a bit of gear if you use all of them, or you can slim down your pack by being more selective about the components you add to your belt. Speaking of that belt…

What isn’t included

If you purchase the Think Tank Modular Component System V2.0, you will also need to purchase one piece of gear that holds them all together: the actual utility belt itself. Think Tank offers three different versions of their Speed Belt. The main differences between them is the thickness of the material, with the thinnest being the Think Tank Thin Skin belt, and the thickest the Steroid Speed Belt. The middle option is the one that was used during this review: the Think Tank Pro Speed Belt, which has just the right amount of padding without too much added bulk.

Think Tank Modular Components 1

The Speed Belt can be used in conjunction with the Modular Component System, by attaching the pouches and mini bags to the belt via thick, secure velcro. Alternatively, you can also purchase larger holster bags, that can also be attached to the Speed Belt.

Think Tank Modular Components 1

Pros

This Modular Component System is very valuable for event or wedding photographers, who need quick and easy access to a wide repertoire of gear, while constantly shooting on the go. Wearing your gear as a utility belt, gives you a slimmer profile to weasel through crowds, while capturing photos of an event without accidentally hitting people with a bulky shoulder bag. Also, shooting with the Modular Component System gives you the polished look of a professional photographer, with the bulk of your gear on display. With that said, there are some cons to using this product.

Think Tank Modular Components 1

Cons

As mentioned above, wearing your gear on full display makes it more accessible to you during a shoot, but it also exposes the fact that you have lots of valuable camera gear. If you’re a street or documentary photographer, you probably won’t want to use this product, as you don’t want to attract unwanted attention. Additionally, while it can be tempting to load up the components with a ton of gear, this can quickly become overly bulky and heavy, so it’s important to be selective about how much you actually want to carry.

Over to you

Have you used the Think Tank Modular Component Set, or a similar belt system before? What was your impression of it? Let us know in the comments below!

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Frio v2.0

29 Jun

Just a quick heads-up that the frio double-locking cold shoe, which I consider to be the safest way to mount your speedlight to your swivel adapter, just got an upgrade: the female socket on the bottom (shown here) is now ¼” to 3/8″ adaptable. This should make some of you Euro folks happy, as 3/8″ is more of a standard there. They are shipping now.

Also, they have those little double-male posts you need if you are gonna swap out your Justin Clamp cold shoes to frios (or any other shoe.)

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Digital Holster Harness V2.0

18 Dec

The Digital Holster Harness V2.0 is a stand-alone harness that carries a Think Tank Photo Digital Holster V2.0 camera bag in front of the torso. This hands-free carrying solution protects a DSLR, with a lens attached, inside the padded Digital Holster V2.0 camera bag. It also allows photographers full mobility without the hassle of managing a swinging camera or camera bag during active use. Click the following link to see more details on the Digital Holster Harness V2.0: www.thinktankphoto.com
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Michael Zagaris on the Think Tank Photo Airport Security V2.0 Camera Bag

20 Oct

Oakland A’s Team Photographer, Michael Zagaris, talks about Think Tank Photo’s Airport Security V2.0 Rolling Camera Bag and how it has helped him manage his photography gear on assignment.
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Instagram v2.0 offers faster processing, larger images and more options

23 Sep

Instagram has updated its popular free image processing and sharing app to version 2.0, adding an revised interface and more features. Instagram v2.0 includes an improved user interface, faster image processing and the ability to save its processed images at higher resolution. The app still only shares low-res versions of files but allows you to save full resolution versions to your ‘phone (10x larger in the case of the iPhone 4). The latest version also adds four more processing filters and the option to add or remove borders from the existing ones.
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