Sony issued a new A7IV 1.11 firmware update (Click here to download).

Benefits and Improvements

WARNING! Make sure that there is only one BODYDATA.DAT file on the memory card. If you have used the card for a previous update, format the memory card in the camera before downloading a new file.

• Improves the shutter reliability
• Fixes an issue where the movie file rotated by the camera may not be rotated when displayed on a computer

Precautions when updating from Ver.1.01 or earlier

• When updating from Ver.1.01 or earlier, you need to update to Ver.1.05 before proceeding with the Ver.1.11 update. Only update to Ver.1.11 after updating to Ver.1.05. If you try to update to Ver.1.11 without updating to Ver.1.05, an error will occur and you will not be able to update.
• Follow the instructions below to check the system software version.
  Note: If the Date/Time setting screen appears when you turn on your camera, be sure to set the date and time to the correct values.
  1. On the camera, select Menu.
  2. Select Setup → Setup Option → Version.

If it is already Ver.1.05 or later, please update to the latest system software version.

Tokina 11-18mm f/2.8 – Cheaper & Faster than Sony

Today deals at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama, Amazon DE, Amazon UK, Amazon FR, Amazon IT, FotoErhardt DE, FotoKoch DE.
What is ‘open gate’ video and why should you care? (DpreviewTV).
Tamron 50-400mm review at Sasha Kitamura.
Brighting Star 23mm pancake review by Phillip Reeve.
The Best Tripod is the One You’re Willing to Carry (Explora).
Viltrox 13mm F1.4 review at SonyAlphaBlog.
Spot Healing Brush Tool: Everything You Need to Know (42West).

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I kindly invite you all to follow our Discord channel, Instagram, Facebook and Twitter to not miss news and rumors

We have our own Facebook camera groups you can join to discuss the upcoming new cameras in detail:
Sony Alpha group.
Sony A1 group.
Sony A9 series group.
Sony A7r series group.
Sony A7s series group.
Sony A7 series group.

The Sony A7RV is now in Stock in some EU stores like for example the German Fotokoch. My A7rV also shipped out yesterday and other readers from France and Germany reported me the same happened to them.

Sony A7rV Preorders:
In US at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama, FocusCamera, BeachCamera, Buydig.
In EU at Fotokoch, Amazon EU, FotoErhardt, Calumet DE, WexUK. ParkCameras UK.
In Australia at CameraPro, Camerahouse, Sony.

Petapixel reports about a lawsuit against Sony:

The lawsuit includes photos of Musharbash’s personal 16-35mm f/2.8 G Master lens which he was unable to include in a voluntary recall in November of 2019 (which was issued by Sony because there was an issue that may cause the camera to not operate correctly when the lens is attached) because the serial number sticker fell off.

The class-action lawsuit claims that the issue violates California’s Unfair Competition Law, False Advertising Law, and Consumer Legal Remedies Act, as well as breach of warranty and “unjust enrichment.” The suit is seeking compensatory damages to be determined at trial in addition to punitive damages and all attorneys’ fees.

Sony A7C to A7 IV – Why I Upgraded

Today deals at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama, Amazon DE, Amazon UK, Amazon FR, Amazon IT, FotoErhardt DE, FotoKoch DE.
The One Lens Every Photographer Should Have and Use: The 50mm (Explora).
This makes NO SENSE! –Blind Image Quality Tests Are Useless (Matti Sulanto).
A Complete Guide to Netflix-Approved Cameras (42West).
Labo – Sony Alpha 7R V (A7R V) : un buffer original, mais pas seulement (LesNumeriques).
Should You Buy The Pocket 6K, Panasonic GH6, Fujifilm X-H2S or FX30? (CVP).
Sony ZV1-F – First look and Vlog Footage (Mark Bennett).

Follow our new Youtube channel.
I kindly invite you all to follow our Discord channel, Instagram, Facebook and Twitter to not miss news and rumors

We have our own Facebook camera groups you can join to discuss the upcoming new cameras in detail:
Sony Alpha group.
Sony A1 group.
Sony A9 series group.
Sony A7r series group.
Sony A7s series group.
Sony A7 series group.

I don’t think soebody ever tried this before: To make a Fisheye zoom lens! Well, it looks like Sony is thinking about it as they patented the design of four variations:

• 7.5-12.5mm F2.8
• 7.5-13.5mm F4
• 8-14mm F4
• 11-16mm F4

Here is one of the schematics from the patent (more designs here):

What do you think…is there someone who needs this?

via Digicameinfo

FX30 Preorders:
USA at BHphoto, Adorama, Amazon. FocusCamera.
EU at Amazon, FotoKoch, FotoErhardt, Calumet, WexUk.
Sony 320GB CFexpress Type A at BHphoto/Amazon. Sony 640GB CFexpress Type A at BHphoto/Amazon. Sony XLR-H1 Handle Unit at BHphoto.