The Sony RX100 VII takes the place of its predecessor as our top recommendation for travel, with the Canon G5 X Mark II earning an honorable mention as a solid option for low-light photography.
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Posts Tagged ‘Cameras’
Yasuhara announces Anthy 35mm F1.8 lens for Canon RF, Nikon Z and Sony E mount cameras
24
Sep
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Budget Japanese optics manufacturer Yasuhara has announced the Anthy 35mm F1.8 manual lens for full-frame mirrorless camera systems.
The Anthy 35mm F1.8 lens (translated) is constructed of nine elements in seven groups and features a nine-blade aperture diaphragm with an F1.8 to F16 range. The front filter thread is 52mm, it has a minimum focusing distance of 40cm (15.75in) and the lens weighs 409g (14.3oz).
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The lens is entirely manual and doesn’t feature electrical contacts, meaning no metadata will be sent to the camera it’s attached to and, if applicable, the ‘release without lens’ setting will need to be turned on.
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The lens is set for a fall 2019 release and will be available in Canon RF, Nikon Z and Sony E mounts. No pricing information has been given at this time. We have contacted Yasuhara and will update this article if we hear back about pricing information.
Below are three full-resolution sample images captured with the lens on a Canon EOS R:
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We haven’t heard much about Yasuhara in the past and its lens lineup is rather limited, so we can’t attest to the image quality or durability of its lenses, but the company recently celebrated its seventh year in business. Yasuhara also has Anthy-branded 50mm and 85mm lenses in development (translated).
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Adobe Camera Raw, Lightroom add support for newer Sony, Panasonic and Fujifilm cameras
24
Sep
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Adobe recently released the September update for its Camera Raw plugin, the software that enables users to import and edit Raw images in the company’s creative software applications like Photoshop and Bridge.
Camera Raw version 11.4.1 adds support for four additional camera models: Fujifilm X-A7, Sony A7R IV (ILCE-7RM4), Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H, and the Sony RX100 VII (DSC-RX100M7). The new camera support is also available in Lightroom and Lightroom Classic starting with versions 2.4.1 and 8.4.1, respectively.
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With the updated support, users can edit RAF images from the Fujifilm X-A7, as well as RW2 files from the Lumix DC-S1H and ARW files from the two newly added Sony cameras. Adobe Camera Raw 11.4.1 is available to download for Windows and macOS for free from Adobe’s website. The Lightroom and Lightroom Classic updates should be available through Adobe’s Creative Cloud desktop app.
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Video: Watch 72 high-speed cameras capture bullet time slow-mo footage
13
Sep
Popular YouTube account Hydraulic Press Channel has introduced a major filming setup upgrade involving 72 high-speed Chronos 1.4 cameras mounted on a large rig suspended above the hydraulic press machine. The cameras are able to capture nearly 3,000,000 frames per second, according to the channel’s host, resulting in high-resolution 360-degree bullet-time videos.
The camera rig is used to show packs of playing cards exploding outwards under the pressure of the hydraulic press. It’s unclear how often this rig will be used for hydraulic press videos, but a comment published by the account indicates the team plans to introduce a new ‘Bullet Time Show’ on the Beyond The Press channel.
The Chronos 1.4 high-speed camera is offered by Kron Technologies with color and monochrome sensor options starting at $ 2,999.
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Sandmarc launches hybrid ND/polarization filters for smartphone cameras
31
Aug
On smartphones, the effects of many photographic filters can be fairly easily simulated by apps but if you are more of an old-school photographer who also likes to shoot with a phone, Sandmarc’s new premium line of polarized ND filters for smartphone photography and video recording might just be what you have been waiting for.
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The accessory maker’s new models combine neutral density and polarizing functionality in one hybrid filter and are manufactured using multi-coated and anti-reflective glass for accurate color transmission. An aluminum frame should provide toughness.
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The filters can be attached to Sandmarc’s iPhone lenses or directly to the smartphone using the included clip. They are compatible with most recent high-end models from Apple, Samsung, Huawei and other manufacturers and come with an inner diameter of 40.6mm and an outer diameter of 55mm.
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The set includes polarized ND16, ND32 and ND64 filters and be pre-ordered now for $ 129.99 on the Sandmarc website where you’ll also find more information including a full list of compatible devices.
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Samyang launches AF 18mm F2.8 FE lens for Sony full-frame cameras
30
Aug
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Samyang has listed a new AF 18mm F2.8 FE lens as available for pre-order. The model has appeared on the Samyang website and Adorama, offering photographers an ‘ultra-compact’ lens with a 100-degree field of view (FOV) for Sony full-frame cameras. The lens weighs 145g (5.1oz), features 9 elements in 8 groups, 7 diaphragm blades, 58mm filter size, F2.8 to F22 aperture and 0.09x maximum magnification.
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The Samyang AF 18mm F2.8 FE lens features a stepless motor and is constructed from a ‘glass-strengthened composite material,’ according to the company, which offers a combination of durability and reduced weight. The lens’ glass is ‘ultra multicoated’ for what Samyang describes as high sharpness, contrast and clarity with minimal distortion.
Below is a sample gallery of images provided by Samyang:
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The lens’ motor can focus to a distance as close as 25cm (9.8in). The company bills the model as suitable for shooting interiors, as well as architecture, landscapes, and other environments in which a lightweight wide-angle lens would be useful. The Samyang AF 18mm F2.8 FE lens is available to pre-order for $ 399 USD; the shipping date is unclear at this time.
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Canon and Sony Announce New DSLRs and Mirrorless Cameras
29
Aug
The post Canon and Sony Announce New DSLRs and Mirrorless Cameras appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey.
Last week, we reported Canon 90D specs based on a leaked promo video.
And this week, we can talk about the Canon 90D with complete certainty, because it has now been announced alongside the (mirrorless) Canon M6 Mark II.
The original Canon M6, to which the Canon EOS M6 Mark II is the successor.
Canon EOS 90D
The new Canon 90D will start shipping in September, so you still have a few weeks to decide whether it’s the right piece of kit for your needs. But the specs are looking pretty enticing. They include (but are not limited to):
- A 32-megapixel APS-C sensor for large, high-quality photos
- 11 frames per second continuous shooting for action and wildlife photography
- 45 cross-type AF points and Dual Pixel autofocus
- 100% viewfinder
- Articulating touchscreen LCD
The continuous shooting speed capabilities are impressive. At 11 frames per second, you should be able to capture action scenes with ease, especially when paired with the 45 cross-type autofocus points.
The price isn’t bad, either, coming in at $ 1199 USD.
Here’s the bottom line:
You should keep your eye on the Canon 90D if you’re looking for a faster action camera but don’t want to pay for an ultra-high-end model.
Canon EOS M6 Mark II
Around the same time that the 60D was announced, Canon also unveiled the Canon EOS M6 Mark II, which is a mirrorless camera with an APS-C sensor, designed as a followup to the original EOS M6.
The EOS M6 Mark II is aimed at an enthusiast audience, costing just $ 850 USD and including no electronic viewfinder.
The rest of the specs are a nice list, as the EOS M6 Mark II features a 32.5-megapixel sensor, a tilting touchscreen, and 14 frames per second continuous shooting.
You’ll like the EOS M6 Mark II if you need a nice portable, walkaround camera.
Sony a6600 and a6100
Finally, Sony also made a big announcement:
Two new mirrorless cameras, the a6600 and the a6100.
Both cameras feature APS-C sensors, though the a6600 is marketed at more serious audiences. It packs 24 megapixels and in-body image stabilization, along with 11 fps continuous shooting and a high-quality electronic viewfinder. The Sony a6100 is also a 24-megapixel camera that shoots at 11 fps, but it lacks in-body image stabilization.
For all you photographers out there looking to upgrade, you’ve got some tough choices ahead of you!
The post Canon and Sony Announce New DSLRs and Mirrorless Cameras appeared first on Digital Photography School. It was authored by Jaymes Dempsey.
Tamron teases four new lenses for Sony E mount cameras
23
Aug
Tamron USA has shared the above video on Facebook teasing four new lenses for Sony E mount camera systems.
In the 18-second video, which is accompanied by the description ‘Tamron Thrives on Challenging the Limits,’ Tamron shows off the silhouette of four new lenses alongside its currently-available 17-28mm F2.8 Di III RXD and 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III RXD lenses.
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No additional details are given, but based on the sizing of the lenses, it appears as though the tallest of the four lenses will be a telephoto zoom (note the focus and zoom rings on the edge of the silhouette) and the remaining three lenses will be more compact primes.
In a follow-up post, Tamron says the lenses will be ‘Coming Soon,’ but leaves it at that. Sony Alpha Rumors is reporting the new lenses being shown off at PhotoPlus in October, but that’s far from confirmed at this point.
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Moment launches 37mm Cine filters and mount for use with smartphone cameras
22
Aug
Mobile photography company Moment has launched a new 37mm Cine filter set for smartphones, including a compatible mount. Though Moment already offered a series of filters, those products were designed for the company’s mobile lenses. The new 37mm Cine filter set, however, is made for use with a phone’s camera using its native lenses.
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The new filter mount is designed for use with Moment’s existing smartphone cases for iPhone, Pixel, OnePlus, and Galaxy models. Users who don’t already have a Moment phone case can order the new 37mm Cine filters and mount in a bundle that features a phone case, 37mm ND filter and 37mm CPL filter. This bundle costs $ 99.96 USD.
The new 37mm Cine CPL phone filter set is available with the mount and CPL filter for $ 49.98 USD, plus there’s a 37mm Cine ND filter set with the mount and ND filter for $ 39.98 USD. Both new filters are scratch-resistant and feature hydrophobic, anti-static, anti-reflective, color-corrective coatings.
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The filter mount will work with any 37mm filters and the filters with any lenses with a 37mm filter thread, according to the company. The entire 37mm Cine filters and mount line is available now from Moment.
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