Drasko (video above): “Just finished my latest Video, this time i´m showing you how to upload NON-Sony Apps to your Sony Cameras + how to get UNLIMITED Videorecording time! Please take your time and watch the complete Video if you want to try this out on your camera. Please keep in mind i´m not involved in this hack or in these apps and so i´m not responsible if something goes wrong with your camera. Have a look what this “Hack” could mean for Sony users! http://www.dsphotoblog.com/?p=1377”

Formatted card by accident – Recovery Possibilities? (SonyAlphaForum).
Sony Redefines High-end Visual Display Technology with a New Canvas for Creativity (Sony Blog).
Test – Samyang 50 mm f/1,2 AS UMC CS (Focus Numerique).
Top 10 Best Serious Compact Digital Cameras 2016 (ePhotozine).
A3500 review at Justdailynote.

Jay: “Sony RX100 IV – Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JR4DCM0l12U
Sony RX100 IV – 4k Sample Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FfLziQRlGZ0
Sony RX10 III vs Sony RX100 IV – Hands-On Comparison https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UeO6DEz3rY0
Sony RX10 III – 4k Sample Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oRuwE7znVEU
Sony A6300 and the Tamron 150-600mm Lens – The Moon https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hj-0G7f098U“

The french software company DxO released their new OpticsPro 11 RAW editor (Download at dxo.com/us/photography/photo-software/dxo-opticspro). The new features are:

found via 43rumors

DEO Techart AFM Adapter Firmware Update Intro

New Veydra Featured Artist Section is live
“Science” Says Photography is Sexier Than Being a Comedian, Less Sexy Than Being in a Band (Popphoto).
Icy impressions with the ZEISS Batis 2.8/18 (Lenspire).
Nueva charla con Mr. Kazuto Yamaki, CEO de Sigma (DSLRmagazine).
2016 Roundups: Fixed Prime Lens Cameras (Dpreview).
High Speed Sync Studio Portraits: The Breakdown With Miguel Quiles

The new Kenko Full Frame E-mount compatible Extension tube set is now shipping in Japan. Don’t know when these will be available in the rest of the world and I have not found any preorder option yet.

Here is the official Press Text from Kenko:

Kenko DG Extension Tube is an element without any optics. The purpose of Kenko DG Extension Tube is to move lens farther from the the image sensor. The farther the distance – the bigger the magnification is obtained. Marco lens is originally more expensive then standard specification lens. Kenko DG Extension Tube is a attractive way to convert your standard lens into Macro lens.

Kenko extension tubes are precisely made in Japan in order to guarantee the best quality and long life of the product. Simple construction matches APC-S size αmirrorless and Full Frame E-mount SONY cameras.
Attaching between camera and lens DG Extension tube will change your lens into macro lens without large investments in additional optical equipment. You will get close up image, the one you can not shoot with lens only.The wider the ring, the shorter focusing distance to the object. That is why Kenko Extension Tube Set comes with 10mm and 16mm tube rings. You can use it separately, or together.

Kenko Extension Tubes for Full Frame SONY E-mount mirrorless cameras have electronic contacts to provide Auto Focus and EXIF data corresponding between camera and lenses.

Kenko Extension Tubes for Full Frame SONY E-mount mirrorless cameras have electronic contacts to provide Auto Focus and EXIF data corresponding between camera and lenses.

Kenko adopted electrostatic flocking finish on the inner surface of the extension ring – the most effective technology ever known to minimize internal reflections, romping light rays and flares. Kenko electrostatic flocking is a mass of short (0.3mm -0.5mm) synthetic fibers that are adhered by static electricity on the fabric and reinforced by coating that prevents fibers from falling out.

Precautions:

Use the ring the width of which does not exceed focal length of the lens used. If the width of the ring (or rings combination) exceeds the focal length of the lens used, it will be impossible to focus on the object.

Due to the extremely shallow depth of field, it is recommended to use manual focus.

Andrzej Ciarkowski on SonyAlphaForum
Looking up inside cooling tower of Chernobyl nuclear power plant
A99, 16-35mm F2.8 ZA SSM
17mm / ƒ/8 / 1/500s / ISO 100
51°22’39.2″N 30°07’57.4″E

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SLRmagic just announced two new FE Cine lenses. Here is the press release:

NEW: THE SLR Magic CINE 35mm F1.2 and SLR Magic CINE 75mm F1.4

Hong Kong, China (June 3, 2016)  – SLR Magic extends it’s FE-mount lineup with the SLR Magic CINE 35mm F1.2 wide angle lens and SLR Magic CINE 75mm F1.4 telephoto lens. The products will be officially introduced during upcoming CINE GEAR 2016 show in Los Angeles.
The field of view of the SLR Magic CINE 35mm F1.2 and SLR Magic CINE 75mm F1.4 opens up many new creative composition opportunities, particularly in the fields of portrait, interior, architectural and landscape cinematography and photography.
We place our highest priority in the development on our lenses to fulfill the demands of professional cinematographers and photographers. The design and build of the the SLR Magic CINE 35mm F1.2 and SLR Magic CINE 75mm F1.4 is solid and reliable.
THE SLR Magic CINE 35mm F1.2 (MSRP: $499 US/ $3,299 RMB) and SLR Magic CINE 75mm F1.4 (MSRP: $499 US/ $3,299 RMB) will be available from authorised SLR Magic dealers by August, 2016.
The SLR Magic CINE 35mm F1.2 and SLR Magic CINE 75mm F1.4 will be first presented at CINE GEAR 2016 show. There would be a demo at the ATOMOS booth in (Stage 16) during the show held in Paramount Studios in Los Angeles from 3rd to 4th of June 2016.

Technical Data

SLR Magic CINE 35mm F1.2
Lens Type: Fast standard lens
Compatible Cameras: FE-mount and E-mount cameras
Optical Design: 9 elements in 8 groups
Distance Settings: Distance range: 0.3m to ∞, combined scale meter/feet
Aperture: Manually controlled diaphragm, 13 aperture blades , Lowest value 16
Filter Mount: Internal thread for 52mm filter; filter mount does not rotate.
Surface Finish: Black anodized
Length to bayonet mount: approx. 77.40mm (approx. 3.05in)
Largest diameter: approx. 64.73mm (approx. 2.55in)
Weight: approx. 535g (approx. 18.87oz)

SLR Magic CINE 75mm F1.4
Lens Type: Fast standard lens
Compatible Cameras: FE-mount and E-mount cameras
Optical Design: 6 elements in 6 groups
Distance Settings: Distance range: 0.70m to ∞, combined scale meter/feet
Aperture: Manually controlled diaphragm, 13 aperture blades , Lowest value 16
Filter Mount: Internal thread for 52mm filter; filter mount does not rotate.
Surface Finish: Black anodized
Length to bayonet mount: approx. 78.68mm (approx. 3.09in)
Largest diameter: approx. 64.67mm (approx. 2.55in)
Weight: approx. 455g (approx. 16.05oz)

Andrew Chan
Product Manager
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SLR Magic

Modded 16mm f2.8 for Sony A7s full frame by Chung Dha

Minolta SR test by Joerghaag.com
How To Start Your Wedding Photography Business, with Susan Stripling (Explora).
10 Best Cameras for Travel Photography (Wexphotographic).
Tamron 85mm SP review (Imaging Resource).

Donald: “A short video of my visit to Cambridge, shot with the (still) amazingly capable RX100 III: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VoNMUefyXIc”

Freddy: “Just a little video shot on a7s & Zeiss Loxia 50mm in French Guiana with Leatherback Turtles (moonlight). Enjoy ! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GItS4-7mrK0“

Gabriel: “Just to let you know that I posted a new youtube video in french, giving my thoughts about the A7rII and all my lenses (long term review #2 after 10 months using it), 1.4/85 GM and 2.8/18 Batis included ! https://youtu.be/UfXg9oAomOc. The 1.4/85 is such an incredible lenses, despite the noisy and slow AF issue (apparently just before having 500 shots taken).
The 2.8/18 Batis is also fantastic, even better IQ than the 2/25 Batis IMO.“