Leica’s Q Series Always Used a Leaf Shutter, But It Went Unnoticed Till Now
It appears as though Leica's Q series of cameras has always used a leaf shutter, but that went basically unnoticed until now or, at the very least, totally un-promoted.
The Nikon Z8 is a Z9 in a Smaller Body: The ‘True Successor’ to the D850
Nikon has announced the Z8, a full-frame mirrorless camera that is basically identical to the Z9 but in a smaller form factor. Nikon is also positioning it as the "true successor" to the D850.
DJI’s New Inspire 3 Can See at Night and Shoots Full Frame 8K at 75fps
DJI has announced the Inspire 3, a high-end, all-in-one cinema drone that features a 161-degree ultra-wide night-vision first-person-view (FPV) camera and a main camera equipped with a full-frame sensor that can shoot 8K at 75 frames per second in Apple ProRes RAW.
Sony’s New ZV-E1 is a Video-Centric Compact Camera with AI Features
Sony has announced the ZV-FF, a full-frame camera designed for content creators. The camera boasts an impressive feature set developed based on user feedback and aims to provide creators with the best tools possible.
Meike’s 85mm f/1.8 Autofocus Lens is Now Available for Fujifilm and Nikon
Meike has that its autofocus-equipped 85mm f/1.8 lens that it launched last year for Sony E-mount is now available for Fujifilm X and Nikon Z-mount.
The DJI Ronin 4D Flex Lets You Detach the Head from the Ronin 4D Camera
If there is one thing that can be said about DJI's cinema camera endeavors, it's that they are unique. The Ronin 4D was already a major shift from traditional systems, and now the Ronin 4D Flex is yet another play on the design.
The Vario-Elmar 100-400mm f/5-6.3 is Leica’s Longest SL System Lens
Leica has announced the new Vario Elmar SL 100-400mm f/5-6.3 lens, which is now the longest lens in its SL-series lineup. It is also joined by a new 1.4x extender that extends its reach even further.
Panasonic to Add Phase Detection to Future Cameras, Including MFT
Response to the Lumix S5 II has been positive enough that Panasonic has all but confirmed that it will add phase detection autofocus (PDAF) to its future cameras, including Micro Four Thirds (MFT).
The Android-Powered Zeiss ZX1 Camera Has Been Discontinued
The $6,000 Zeiss ZX1 compact, fixed lens, camera originally released in 2020 has been discontinued. While Zeiss still has web pages for it online, its only two authorized resellers have listed it as no longer available.
Nikon Unveils the 85mm f/1.2 S, an ‘Extraordinary’ Portrait Optic
Nikon has provided final details of its highly-anticipated Nikkor Z 85mm f/1.2 S, a lens that it describes as a professional-level ultra-fast prime that "unquestionably exhibits the extraordinary potential of the Z mount."
Nikon’s 26mm f/2.8 is its Thinnest and Lightest Full-Frame AF Lens Ever
Nikon's new 26mm f/2.8 is a super-thin wide-angle prime for its Z-mount mirrorless cameras and is its slimmest and lightest full-frame autofocus lens ever.
Canon R6 Mark II Review: A Well-Rounded Upgrade
Canon’s EOS R6 Mark II is a major yet, in some ways, a subtle upgrade over the original R6. The new R6 Mark II is faster and more capable than the R6 in most regards, and it addresses several of the limitations found in the original model.
Demand for the S5 II is So High, Panasonic is Short on Pre-Orders
Photographers are clamoring for the S5 II to such a degree that Panasonic says it won't have enough cameras to meet pre-order demand.
Sigma’s New 60-600mm Sports Lens is World’s First 10x Tele for Mirrorless
Sigma's new 60-600mm f/4.5-5.6 DG DN OS Sports lens is the world's first 10x ultra-telephoto zoom lens for mirrorless cameras and features six stops of optical stabilization at the telephoto end and seven stops at the standard end.
Panasonic’s S5 II and S5 IIX Finally Bring Phase Detection AF to Lumix
The wait is finally, mercifully over. After years of sub-par contrast-based "depth from defocus" autofocus performance in its cameras, Panasonic has finally brought phase detection to its mirrorless cameras in the full-frame S5 II and S5 IIX.
Pergear’s 14mm f/2.8 is a $270 Ultra-Wide for Sony, Canon, Nikon, and Leica
Pergear has announced a 14mm f/2.8 manual focus ultra-wide rectilinear lens for full-frame Sony, Nikon, Canon, and Leica mirrorless cameras.
Yongnuo YN85mm f/1.8 Z DF DSM Review: High Performance on a Budget
The $379 Yongnuo 85mm f/1.8 Z DF DSM lens is among the first third-party prime lenses available for the Nikon Z system that not only has an impressive autofocus system, but also boasts a customizable Lens Function button (L-Fn) and control ring.
Pergear’s New 35mm f/1.4 is a Manual Full-Frame Lens for Multiple Mounts
Pergear has announced a new $129 35mm f/1.4 full-frame manual focus lens for Sony E, Canon RF, Nikon Z, and Leica L mounts.
Atomos ‘Sapphire’ Sensor Revealed: Global Shutter, Full-Frame, 8Kp60
The Atomos-developed 8K sensor is called "Sapphire F8," shoots up to 8K at 60 frames per second, uses a global shutter, features phase detection autofocus, and -- perhaps most importantly -- it generates very little heat.
Hands-On with the Canon EOS R6 Mark II: It’s Basically a Mini R3
The EOS R6 Mark II surprised me. Historically, Canon's "6" series has been a stepping stone camera that, at least to me, lacked an identity of its own. That changes with the R6 II, which now punches way above its weight.
Canon EOS R6 Mark II: 24.2MP, 40FPS Shooting, and Improved Autofocus
Canon has announced the EOS R6 Mark II that the company positions as a "Swiss Army knife" of a camera. Centered around a newly-developed 24.2-megapixel sensor, it can shoot up to 40 frames per second and features a "highly accurate" autofocus system.
The Leica SL2-S is its Latest Camera to Get the ‘Reporter’ Treatment
Leica is giving its SL2-S the "Reporter" treatment, outfitting the camera with a more resilient exterior to make it better able to resist extreme temperatures, shocks, dust, and water.
Cosina Adds Two More Z-Mount Primes: 40mm f/1.2 and 35mm f/2
Cosina has announced that two more Voigtlander prime lenses are being made available for Nikon Z-mount cameras: a Nokton 40mm f/1.2 Aspherical and a Macro APO-Ultron D35mm f/2, which brings the total collection of officially licensed lenses to six optics.
The Negative Supply Pro Film Carrier 35 is a New Compact Film Scanner
Negative Supply has announced the successor to the Film Carrier MK1, the Pro Film Carrier 35. It is billed as an affordable and professional tool capable of scanning all 35-millimeter film formats (including half frame, full frame, and panoramic sizes) in a single capture while maximizing film flatness.
Sony’s New FR7 is the World’s First Full-Frame ILC Robotic Camera
Sony's new addition to its cinema line is the FR7. It takes its current imaging technology and combines it with remote-controlled robotics, creating the world's first full-frame interchangeable lens (ILC) PTZ camera.
Tamron 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 for Nikon Z is Coming September 29 for $699
Tamron has announced that it is developing its first Z-mount system lens in the 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD, which it bills as the smallest and lightest telephoto zoom for full-frame mirrorless cameras.
It Looks Like the Nikon Z7 is Being Discontinued
Nikon appears to have discontinued the Nikon Z7, the company's original foray into full-frame mirrorless. The camera is listed as an "old product" which usually indicates it will no longer be actively manufactured.
A Complete List of Tokina’s Lens Price Hikes in the U.S.
In June, Tokina announced that it would be increasing the prices of some lenses in the U.S., and today the company has provided a detailed list of those price changes.
Sigma’s Full-Frame Foveon Sensor Will Be Ready By the End of 2022
Sigma's CEO Kazuto Yamaki has revealed that the company's efforts in making a full-frame Foveon sensor are on track to be finished by the end of the year.
The Laowa 12-24mm f/5.6 is a Compact Zoom for Full Frame Cameras
Venus Optics has announced the 12-24mm f/5.6 compact zoom lens for full-frame cameras. The $650 fixed-aperture, manual focus lens is available for Canon RF, Sony E, Nikon Z, and Leica M mounts.