Lexar announced their first 8.0 generation SD card and a new series of super rugged ARMOR card series. They are yet not available for preorder but nearly all current SD cards (Amazon / BHphoto) and CFexpress Type A cards (Amazon / BHphoto) are discounted. Here is the press text:

Lexar memory cards include the CFexpress 4.0, ARMOR series, and SD 8.0.

Lexar presents four new memory cards leveraging the next-gen PCIe 4.0 performance. The lineup includes the TYPE-B DIAMOND, GOLD, SILVER, and the TYPE-A GOLD card, all enabling seamless 8K RAW video shooting. In particular, the Lexar Professional DIAMOND CFexpress 4.0 Type B Card won the ‘TIPA WORLD AWARD 2024’ and boasts industry-leading speeds of up to 3700MB/s read and 3400MB/s write¹.

The Lexar ARMOR series include GOLD SD UHS-II and SILVER PRO SD UHS-II cards, the world’s first memory cards made of 316 stainless steel. They offer IP68 waterproofing, dustproofing, and bend-resistance—ideal for outdoor filming. For the SD8.0 card, Lexar Professional GOLD PRO SDXC Express Card delivers up to 1700MB/s¹ read speeds—over 5x faster than SD4.0 cards.

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Some of the current card discounts:

A Weibo account shared the market share numbers for China:

The “2024-2029 Digital Camera Industry Market In-depth Analysis and Development Strategy Research Report” released by the China Research Institute of Industry pointed out that the competitive landscape is still mainly dominated by well-known brands such as Canon, Nikon, Sony, and Fuji. With its strong technical research and development capabilities and brand influence, Canon continues to lead the market with a market share of nearly 50%. Sony and Nikon ranked second and third, with market shares of 26.1% and 11.7%, respectively.

So Canon sold twice the cameras than Sony. Moreover Canon’s full-frame micro-single camera market share (number of units) has been leading for eight consecutive months since December 2023, ranking first.

According to official data, Canon’s second quarter financial report shows that sales of mirrorless cameras represented by the full-frame model EOS R6 Mark II and the APS-C frame model EOS R50 are both good. As a mid-range bucket model, the R6II has long occupied the top spot on the full-frame best-selling list since its launch.

With the launch of Canon’s second-generation blockbuster product R5, judging from the current popularity of market sales and pre-orders, Canon’s momentum will only increase in the next few months. The only variable comes from supply. Canon’s official website in Japan recently showed that the delivery period for new orders for the new EOS R5 Mark II camera will be extended, mainly because the orders received far exceeded expectations and the supply was in short supply, coupled with the impact of tight global parts supply. This announcement is only for the Japanese market, and it is not clear whether it will affect overseas markets.

What is SONY’s Kando? Why do they do it?

Today deals at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama, Amazon DE, Amazon UK, Amazon FR, Amazon IT, FotoErhardt DE, FotoKoch DE.
Sony Hybrid Camera Solutions for Wedding Photographers and Filmmakers (Explora).
Best Full-Frame Mirrorless Cameras – 2024 (42west).
The Sony A7 III is a “forever camera” – but is there any risk with that? (DigitalCameraWorld).
The Tug of War Between Sony and Canon For Best-Selling Camera Lenses (ThePhoBlographer).
Viltrox AF 40mm f/2.5 on Sony FE lens review (Christopher Frost).
Sony’s Best Portrait Lens Just Got Better: Introducing the Sony 85mm f/1.4 GM II (42west).
Best Sony Lenses for Wedding Photography (Explora).

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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.

Last week Peak Design launched their first full adventure-outdoor Backpack and Sling lineup on Kickstarter (Click here). And in less than a week they have raised over 1 million dollars!

Reminder: If you back this project you get up to 25% off MSRP. The campaign ends (as well as that discount) on October 16th, and orders will ship from January 2025. There are so many features about them that you best check out their page to learn them all. And this is a video displaying the full specs and options:

How To | Vlog with the Sony ZV-E10 II | 24 Hours in Milan

Today deals at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama, Amazon DE, Amazon UK, Amazon FR, Amazon IT, FotoErhardt DE, FotoKoch DE.
ZEISS Introduces the Entry-Level Nano Prime Cinema Lens Line (Explora).
Atomos Shinobi II With Brighter HDR Display and Smaller Footprint (42West).
Expensive Is Better? –Yongnuo 11mm vs Sony 11mm (Matti Sulanto).
Fake Photograph Alert: Your Go-To Guide to Spotting Them (ThePhoBlographer).
Sony HXR-NX800 & PXW-Z200: Ready for Anything! (BH Youtube).
The Best Gear and Accessories for Film School: 7 Must-Haves (42West).
PGYTECH Unveils CFexpress Type A, Type B, and SD Card Reader/Case Combos (Explora).

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Join our SonyAlphaForum.
I kindly invite you all to follow our Discord channel, Instagram, Facebook, Threads 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 new Manfrotto 2400mAh battery for Sony is now available at BHphoto. These have a larger capacity than Sony batteries and are cheaper. But truth be told there are dozens of alternatives that are even cheaper (and sometimes with 2500mAh) you can find on Amazon (Click here). Of course most of those manufacturers don’t have the name and reputation of Manfrotto…sot it’s your call which one you want to trust!

Reminder: Til September 15 you save up to $500 on Sony cameras and lenses:

Cameras:

• $500 off on the Sony A7rV at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama. Lowest price ever!
• $400 off on the Sony A7IV at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama. Lowest price ever!
• $500 off on the Sony A7IV at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama.
• $300 off on the ZV-E1 at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama.
• $200 off on the FX3 at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama.
• $200 off on the FX30 at Amazon, BHphoto,Adorama.
• $100 off on the Sony ZV-1II at at Amazon,BHphoto, Adorama,
• $100 off on the Sony ZV-1 at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama.
• $100 off on the Sony ZV-E10 at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama.

Lenses:

• $200 off on the Sony 24-105mm G at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama,
• $100 off on the 50mm f/1.2 GM at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama.
• $100 off on the 85mm f/1.4 GM at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama.
• $100 off on the 35mm f/1.4 GM at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama.
• $100 off on the 14mm f/1.8 GM at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama.
• $100 off on the 12-24mm GM at Amazon. BHphoto. Adorama.
• $100 off on the 200-600mm G at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama.
• $100 off on the Sony 24-70mm GM at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama
• $100 off on the Sony 70-200mm GM at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama

Accessories:

• Up to $470 off on Sony CFexpress Type A cards at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama.
• Up to $150 off on Sony Tough SD cards at Amazon, BH photo, Adorama.

Sony 85mm f/1.4 GM II preorder links:
USA: Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama.
Europe: FotoErhardt, FotoKoch, Calumet, WexUK.

THis coming week TTartisan will officially announced their next new Full Frame autofocus E-mount lens: The 75mm f/2.0. Below you can see specs:

There is yet no info about pricing and exact availability.

UPDATE: There is a review published by a Polish Photographer on TTartisan Poland page. There you read the launch price is 999 PLN (Polish złoty) which is about 260 USD. Initial sale will start on 20th September.