Not a surprise: Panasonic S1 and Sony A7III score nearly identical results at DxO…likely because they use the same Sony sensor!

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This won’t come as a surprise: The Panasonic S1 has been tested by DxOmark and Photonstophotos. And in both cases the S1 performed nearly identical to the Sony A7III. I think it’s a save bet to say the Panasonic uses the same sensor made by Sony (without the phase detection pixels). DxO writes:

With just one point between them in the DxOMark rankings and similar Portrait, Landscape, and Sports scores, the new Lumix DC-S1 sensor performs practically identically to its most direct competitors.

I am much more interested to see how the Panasonic S1R sensor scores at DxO…we should see these results soon!

via L-rumors

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Sony Tidbits…

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Sony | Imaging Edge | Movie Edit add-on

Kaz Hirai is retiring from Sony (TheVerge).
A Tour of SIGMA’s Aizuwakamatsu Factory (Lensvid)
First Panasonic S1-S1R tests with the firmware 1.0 (L-rumors).
Spring Resolution: Back Up Your Data (Explora).
Smartphones with 64MP and 108MP sensors are coming in 2019-2020 (Mirrorlessrumors).
Video AF test Sony a7iii / Native lens vs Metabones adapted (Latest firmware) by Biscuitsalive.

Personal photos and tests from SAR Admin Andrea on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, Flickr and 500px.

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New Sigma 28mm f/1.4 FE lens now in Stock for the first time in the USA

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The new Sigma 28mm f/1.4 FE lens now in Stock for the first time via Amazon, BHphoto and Adorama.

You save money on those three lenses:
$150 off on the Voigtlander 10mm f/5.6 FE at BHphoto, Amazon and Adorama.
$100 off on the Voigtlander 12mm f/5.6 FE at BHphoto, Amazon and Adorama.
$20 off on the Voigtlander 35mm f/1.4 FE at BHphoto, Amazon and Adorama.

New FE lens preorders:
Voigtlander 50mm f/1.2 FE at Adorama and BHphoto.
Mitakon Speedmaster 50mm f/0,95 III at at Adorama and BHphoto.
Tokina FiRIN AF 100mm F/2.8 Macro FE at Adorama and BHphoto.
Sony FE 135mm f/1.8 GM ships on April 30 at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama and FocusCamera.
No preorder yet on the Meike MK 85mm F1.8 FE lens at Amazon.

New gear in Stock:
Sony RX0II at Amazon US ,BHphoto, FocusCamera and Adorama.
Samyang 85mm f/1.4 FE lens in Stock at BHphoto and Adorama.

Capture One for Sony Superdeal:
The Capture One deal on all Sony packages (Click here) has been extended to April 30! You save 50% on the perpetual license, the subscription pan and the style bundles.

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Sony Russia manager says not all technologies are yet ready for the A7sIII and expect an A6500 successor!

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The Russian website Photorar interviewed the Sony Russia manager. He shared two info about the future cameras:

Sony A7sII:

In order for this camera to become as popular and breakthrough as the A7S and A7SII, serious fundamental improvements must be added to it. My personal opinion is that not all technologies are ready for this. What can be improved in comparison with A7SII?

Sony A6xxx or A7xxx::

there will be a further development of the A6500 line.

Sounds like Sony’s next three cameras will be the A6700 or A7000, followed by the A9II and than the A7sIII!

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Officially announced: Zeiss Otus 1.4/100

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Zeiss officially announced the Zeiss Otus 1.4/100. This lens is available as Nikon F and Canon EF mount version. But as with all their OTUS lenses it can be used via adapter on any E-mount camera too.

Full info and image samples here: zeiss.com/camera-lenses/us/photography/products/otus-lenses/otus-14100.html

Press Text:

ZEISS Otus 1.4/100
The Telephoto Lens.

With its new Otus 1.4/100, ZEISS has expanded the tried and tested Otus family to include a new telephoto focal length. The ZEISS Otus 1.4/100 is one of the best lenses in its class due to its low sample variation, outstanding imaging performance, and superior build quality.

With the same uncompromising performance that makes all Otus lenses stand out, the ZEISS Otus 1.4/100 is a truly exceptional lens. A lens that is a reflection of the comprehensive expertise and extensive experience of ZEISS.

Although developed for 35 mm full-frame cameras, the Otus® 1.4/100 gives you the quality and look of a medium-format system.
Whether in the studio or on location, this lens stands out in every situation thanks to its high resolution and excellent sharpness – even at the maximum aperture of f/1.4.

Whether portrait or product photography, the bokeh will impress you. The apochromatic lens design with aspherical lenses and special glass prevents almost all conceivable aberrations. In addition, the high-quality coating keeps the contrast high, even when shooting against the light, and minimizes lens flare.

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The new Kamlan 50mm f/1.1 II E-mount lens will be launched this May on Kickstarter

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The new Kamlan 50mm f/1.1 II E-mount lens will be launched this May on Kickstarter. This lens is a redesigned version of the previous APS-C lens.

Kamlan E-mount lenses will go on sale on Amazon US, Amazon DE, Amazon UK, Amazon FR, Amazon IT, Amazon CA.

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(SR4) Reliable source says Sony plans to launch the A9II in September!

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The following info comes from the sources who shared correctly those rumors: 100mm STF rumor (only missed the timing), A6500 and A9 rumor, 16-35mm GM rumors, 100-400mm GM rumor.
As you can see from the linked rumors he is quite reliable. But a sources alone isn’t enough to rank this SR5 and last year for example I had another reliable source sharing a wrong info. So for now I would say that there is a 70% chance this info is correct:

So this is the simple message he shared:

a9II
Fall (likely September)
revolution

I know the current Sony A9 just got an exciting new firmware update and some might wonder why the A9II has to be released in September already. Truth is Sony wants to have at least some presence on the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. And they have to release a new camera early enough so that professionals can test it thoroughly. And don’t forget Canon and Nikon will release their new DSLR sports cameras this summer-autumn too….

Join our Sony A9 and A9II Facebook group for further discussions!

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One more thing: Nokishita previously reported one more E-mount camera should be announced within June. But I guess this will be the A6500 replacement and not a Full Frame camera…

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