Rumor roundup: What E-mount lens we can expect from Sigma, Tamron, Tokina, Laowa, Samyang and Yongnuo

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We are getting closer to the big WPPI and CP+ show. Sony could finally launch a bunch of new E-mount lenses including the long time rumored 135mm f/1.8 GM. But also third party manufacturers will launch new lenses too:

90% reliable: Samyang will announce a new 85mm f/1.4 FE autofocus lens within 1-2 months
90% reliable: Yongnuo is working on the launch of new FE autofocus lenses. Some tidbits about their roadmap might be unveiled in March
90% reliable: Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2x macro lens should be displayed at the CP+ show
90% reliable: New 50mm f/1.0 FE autofocus lens will be launched soon by a chinese manufacturer (unclear if it’s Meike, Yongnuo or someone else)
70% reliable: Tokina will announce a new 100mm f/2.8 FE autofocus lens at the CP+ show
50% reliable: Tamron might announce a new FE autofocus zoom lens at the CP+ show (unsure if it’s the 70-200mm f/2.8)
50% reliable: Sigma could finally announce the FE version of their f/2.8 zooms at the Cp+ show

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Mapcamera January 2019 Bestsellers…

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The Japanese Mapcamera store published their 2019 bestsellers. I know this is just one of a multitude of stores available on the world. So this isn’t a scientific test. But I was expecting the new Nikon and Canon FF mirrorless to outsell Sony and as you can see at least according to this store this isn’t happening.

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Triple APS-C E-mount lens deals on Amazon EU stores

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We got a triple APS-C E-mount lens deal for European readers:

Zeiss 16-70mm for 739 Euro on Amazon Germany. Click on the rebate coupon button and discount will be seen at checkout only!
Sony 10-18mm for 620 Euro on Amazon Germany. Click on the rebate coupon button and discount will be seen at checkout only!
Sony 18-135mm for499 Euro on Amazon Spain. That’s 50 Euro less than the next best price I found in Germany.

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Sony Tidbits…

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Sony A6400 What YouTubers Really Think About this Camera?

Samsung plans to surpass the Sony sensor production (MirrorlessRumors).
Nikon Nikkor 35mm f/2.8 (Phillip Reeve)
Tilta Sony A7/A9 Camera Cage ES-T17-A V2 Review (Newsshooter).
Sony Develops the World’s First CMOS Image Sensor Capable of Multiple Sensor Connection to a Single MIPI Input Port for Sensing Applications (Opli).
August Pross: What is Photography? (Explora).

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

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Zeiss 55mm f/1.8 FE for $779.99 at Massdrop ($170 savings)

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You save $170 on the Zeiss 5mm f/1.8 FE lens sold on Massdrop (Click here).

Cameras: Cameras Include Free:  Sony 128GB M Series UHS-II SD Memory Card, 2-Pack Rechargeable Battery and Dual Charger, Sony Soft Carrying Case, Corel Deluxe Photo Software Kit

Lenses: Lenses Include Free: Sony External SSD with USB Type-C (240GB), Sony Soft Carrying Case, Corel Deluxe Photo Software Kit

Camcorders: Camcorders Include Free: Sony 128GB M Series UHS-II SD Memory Card, Sony Soft Carrying Case, Corel Deluxe Photo Software Kit

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CIPA 2018 data shows camera shipments shrunk 22%. Forecast says market will fall 13% in 2019

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“Abandon hope all ye who enter here” is the supposed inscription at the entrance to Hell (Divina Commedia – Dante Alighieri). And all camera manufacturers must feel the same right now:

The latest CIPA data certifies that camera unit shipments fell 22% this year. And the forecast is that it will shrunk further this year by 13%. Within their latest financial results Canon stated they expect two more years of market shrinking until market stabilizes.

I think Sony’s strategy is the same as all other manufacturers: Slow down the release cycle and reduce the camera models. I don’t think there is a camera technology yet that can make the market bring back to growth again. Most people are simply happy with their smartphones.

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This week SAR readers photos selection

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Che Abu Bakar
Victorian Rhapsody
Inframe I Lauren (Jakarta, Indonesia)
Gear | Sony A9 | Metabones Canon EF to E mount Mark V I Lens Canon EF 85mm f1.2 | 1/5000 f1.3 ISO 100

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4) A selection of most liked pictures by the community and by me SAR admin will be posted weekly on SAR.

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