Maybe you were gifted a Fujifilm X-mount camera like the X-A7 or X-T30, or you treated yourself to an X-T3 for being extra good this year. In either case, we’ve got some suggestions when you’re ready for your next lens purchase.
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If a Sony a6000-series camera found its way into your hands this season you’re already well-equipped to take some great photos. But nothing opens up new possibilities like another lens – here are our suggestions for APS-C Sony mirrorless cameras.
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This week, I thought I’d share some reviews of the Nikon Z50 APS-C mirrorless camera.
This is Nikon’s first APS-C mirrorless camera, and it looks to have some interesting features. The good news about this camera is it is a Z-mount camera, meaning lenses for the Z6 and Z7 cameras will also fit this lens. Moreover, with one adapter, all the Nikon autofocus lenses will work with this camera too.
When launching the Nikon Z50, Nikon also launched two DX zoom lenses: DX 16-50mm f3.5 and the DX 50-250mm f4.5/6.3.
Check out this review by Jared Polin.
And this review from Ken Rockwell:
Also, this review from DP Review:
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| Left to right, the Vimble 2A, the G6 Max and the AK2000S |
Chinese gimbal manufacturer FeiyuTech has released details of four new devices aimed at a range of photographers using smartphones, mirrorless cameras, DSLRs and those wanting to shoot timelapse sequences. The four are the Feiyu AK2000S, the Feiyu QING, the Feiyu G6 Max and the Feiyu Vimble 2.
The Vimble V2 is a lightweight gimbal that comes in two versions, the 2A for action cams and the 2S for smartphones. The 2S is an update of an existing gimbal, but the Vimble 2A is completely new. It has an extendable handle that contains a telescopic section to increase the length of the handle by 18cm. The device weighs 277g, which the company says makes it the lightest action cam gimbal on the market. Controlled via the handle or a smartphone app, the Vimble 2A is designed to work with the GoPro5, 6 and 7 models and offers users a quick release clamp for these cameras.
Those with mid-sized mirrorless cameras are the target of the Feiyu G6 Max, with its 1.2kg capacity. A system of flexible heads allow the G6 Max to also be used with action cams, compacts and smartphones, and a new design means the gimbal is both smaller and lighter than the previous G6 Plus. Each arm on the new model has a motor lock, the device’s LCD screen is enlarged and the 9 shooting modes can be controlled directly from the handle as well as via the app.
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The Feiyu AK2000S is designed for camera kits weighing up to 2.2kg/4.85lb and can control and power certain guest cameras. It uses 16.8v high torsion brushless motors to deal with the weight and now offers quicker and smoother response to instructions. The company claims motor performance is improved by 400%, and that a single charge will deliver 14 hours of operation.
The biggest of the new gimbals is the QING, which is really designed to sit on a tripod or slider to function as a complex timelapse and panoramic controller. Feiyu calls it a Motion Control Device and it can handle up to 3.5kg of kit and weighs 1.3kg itself. A detectable handle can be used as a remote controller but can also attach to the base of the QING so that it can be used as a regular gimbal. The QING comes with a 2200mAh battery to allow it to operate over long periods during timelapse sequences.
The QING costs $ 900, the AK2000S is $ 450, the G6 Max is $ 360 and the Vimble 2A and 2S are $ 127. For more information see the FeiyuTech website.
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It’s been just over two months since firmware version 1.4.0 for the EOS R was released, but Canon is back at it again with a minor firmware update that adds support for a new lens and addresses a number of small bugs.
Firmware version 1.6.0 doesn’t bring any major autofocus changes as firmware version 1.4.0 did, but it does add support for Canon’s new RF 85mm F1.2L USM DS lens and fixes a number of issues:
Firmware version 1.6.0 is available to download on Canon USA’s website.
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In this guide we take a look at the best of the current crop of mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras, with options spanning a range from beginner-friendly to souped up state-of-the-art.
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The Canon EOS M6 II is an enthusiast-targeted 32.5MP APS-C mirrorless camera built around the company’s EF-M mount. In many respects it’s a more compact mirrorless variant of the EOS 90D DSLR that was announced simultaneously.
Physically, it closely resembles the original M6 but brings a host of speed and feature upgrades. These include a higher resolution sensor, the ability to capture 4K video and a mode that shoots bursts of Raw files at up to 30 fps. The result is a capable and pleasantly engaging enthusiast camera.
Canon says it will add 4K/24p shooting to the M6 II with a firmware update in 2020.
The EOS M6 Mark II is available in a series of kits. The official body-only price is $ 849. Adding the retracting 15-45mm IS STM lens and EVF (pictured) boosts the price to $ 1099, while an 18-150mm IS STM and EVF kit will set you back $ 1349.
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The M6 II brings 4K video and 30 fps Raw bursts. We look at the new features and how it stacks up against its peers. Read more |
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The M6 II gains some direct controls over its predecessor and features the latest iteration of the Canon menu system. There’s also a good degree of customization available. Read more |
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The M6 II has a couple of nice improvements over the original version, but it’s the state of the EF-M lens range and the future of the EF mount that change out perspective the most. Read more |
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The 32.5MP sensor in the M6 II (shared with the EOS 90D) is the first new sensor design from Canon we’ve seen in a while – check out how it performs. Read more |
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The EOS M6 II has a reliable Dual Pixel autofocus system with eye detect. It’s not quite the best in the business, but it’s not at all bad, either. Read more |
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With full-width 4K recording and a microphone input, the M6 II looks like a capable little video camera. Find out how it compares with its peers. Read more |
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The EOS M6 Mark II is one of our favorite APS-C cameras of 2019 – it may not be the very best at any one thing, but it’s very good at many things. Read more |
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We had the chance to shoot with the M6 Mark II and have some sample images to show what it can do. Read more |
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This week Chris and Jordan compare four popular mid-range APS-C mirrorless cameras: the Canon M6 II, Nikon Z50, Sony a6400 and the Fujifilm X-T30. Which one is right for you?
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In this comparison video of Canon RF vs EF Lenses on the Canon Mirrorless System by BorrowLenses, Tom looks at Canon’s new RF lenses and how they perform when compared to their older EF counterparts.
The lenses he uses for the comparison are:
All tests were done with the Canon EOS R Mirrorless system and used the converter for the EF DSLR lenses.
Firstly, Tom discusses “flange difference.” Flange difference is the measurement of the space between the sensor plane and the lens mount.
In the case of mirrorless, the rear element of the lens is even closer to the sensor. This means eliminating a retro focal element group. This means less extreme image correction, fewer lens elements and often a sharper image.
For the comparison, Tom looks at autofocus, sharpness, color rendition, weight and price.
On just the specs, the RF 50mm has the leg up.
The autofocus on both lenses is snappy and accurate.
The RF, while a heavier lens, is vastly superior in terms of image quality.
However, where the RF 50mm f1.2 lens falls short is in its price. It’s an expensive lens, especially compared to the price of the EF 50mm F1.2 (even pared with the adapter).
Both lenses are similar in price (only a few hundred dollars difference).
While the RF 24-105 is sharper than the EF, the disparity is not as severe as in the case of the 50mm lenses.
When it comes to contrast, the RF slightly outperforms the EF.
In terms of autofocus, both lenses perform very well, however, the RF focusing motor is whisper-quiet.
While both lenses are fairly evenly-matched, Tom declares the RF the winner due to its great images, quiet autofocus, and weight.
The only downside to the EF lens that Tom points out is that the entire package, when mounted to the EOS R using an adapter, becomes heavier and “unwieldy,” which may not suit people shooting for long hours or hiking with the setup.
If you already own EF lenses, you may as well adapt them as they still work incredibly well on the Canon mirrorless systems. However, the RF lens line-up is somewhat better.
Do you think this is a fair comparison? Or should they have tested the EF lenses on a dSLR vs the RF lenses on the mirrorless?
Or perhaps, like me, you are just interested to know how well your L-series EF glass will work with an adapter on the Canon EOS R or EOS RP? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
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Nikon has released a pair firmware updates for its Z6 and Z7 full-frame mirrorless camera systems that add new lens support, improves custom settings and address a number of issues.
Firmware version 2.10 (for both the Z6 and Z7) adds support for optical VR with Nikon’s NIKKOR Z DX 16–50mm F3.5–6.3 VR and NIKKOR Z DX 50–250mm F4.5–6.3 VR Z-mount lenses. It also enables lens control rings to adjust ISO sensitivity, a setting that can be found under the ‘Custom Setting Menu.’
Beyond that, the firmware addresses the following issues for both the Z6 and Z7:
You can download the latest firmware updates from Nikon’s Z6 and Z7 support pages.
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