Mr. Tanaka says it’s about time to announce new ASP-C Cameras!

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For months now we are going on telling you Sony should announce a new High End APS-C camera as next. Well, a confirmation that indeed APS-C cameras will be announced soon is coming directly through the words of Sony manager Mr. Tanaka. In an interview released at Pronews.jp he said this:

元々Eマウントにはユーザーの入り口としてAPS-Cカメラのラインナップはありましたが、プロやハイアマチュアユーザーの多い弊社の既存ユーザーの要求としてまずはハイエンドを充実しなくてはならないということでしばらくお休みしていました。しかし、ハイエンドもこれだけ揃いましたので、そろそろいい時期かなと

In summary:

– The goal now was to focus on Full Frame cameras to satisfy the demand of the customers
– He said this goal has been achieved and it’s about time to focus on making APS-C cameras

Mr. Tanaka did obviously not hint about the timing about such a product announcement. All we know for sure now is that this is what we have to expect to be announced as next.

One more thing:

At Photokina Sony managers hinted that there might be a product announcement before the PhotoPlus show. One of the sources “indirectly” heard this could happen on October 16. But so far I wasn’t able to confirm this date. I hope to get more info the next 48 hours. But please keep in mind there is yet no solid rumor about that date.

What’s 85% confirmed is that Sony is ready to release a new High End APS-C E-mount camera. Just let’s hope it’s really coming at PhotoPlus!

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This is the new Zeiss Otus 100mm f/1.4 lens

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Zeiss claims the Otus line is the best lenses you can have on the market. And we will soon get a new addition with this new 100mm f/1.4. The first images have been leaked via Nokishita. There is yet no info about pricing and official release date. The lens does only come as native Canon EF and Nikon F mount option. But you use it on any E-mount camera via adapter.

via Mirrorlessrumors

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Sony Tidbits…

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Sony RX100M6 explained, demonstrated and hands-on review (4K)

Sony 24-105mm f/4 Lens review by Michael Comeau.
Sony a7iii, Sony 55mm f1.8 & Moza aircross and how fusion will expand your business (David Oastler).
7Artisans 12mm F2.8 review at SonyAlpha.blog.
Review of the Sony 24-70mm F/2.8 GM, along with comparisons to the Tamron 28-75 and Sony 24-105 (Enthusiastphotoblog).
Lowepro Reveals More Backpacks and Pouches (Explora).
Photokina Recap Part 4: Sony FE 24mm 1.4 GM (Phillip Reeve)

Julien:I’m a part of rock music band, we just publish a new video clip that have been done with a Sony A7SII.
You can have a look and share it if you enjoy it. https://youtu.be/_3qiZOztaz4

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Save over 40% on Capture One Pro and 3 Styles pack

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You save 30% on the Capture One Pro and 3 Styles pack (Click here). And you save additional 10% using our coupon code “AMBSAR“. That makes a 40%+ saving!

New deals and in Stock status check:
Sony A7rII now for $1,798 at Amazon, BHphoto (with free storage), Buydig (with free extras) and Adorama (with free extras).
Sony A7sII now for $1,798 at Amazon, BHphoto (with free storage), Buydig (with free extras) and Adorama (with free extras).
The Sony A7III body only is now in Stock at FocusCamera (Click here). And the new Tamron FE zoom is also in Stock right now at FocusCamera.

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New A7III and A7rIII 2.0 firmware causes issues with third party batteries

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Image shared by Tim O’Connor on Dpreview forum

This week Sony issued a new 2.0 firmware update for the A7III and A7rIII. But if you are using third party batteries be aware that there a multiple reports of issues:

1) Some batteries are still allowed to be used but the camera won’t show you how much battery life is left and there will be a pop up reminder from time to time
2) Some are completely useless. The camera tells you this battery is not qualified and automatically shut down
This seems to affect the Wasabi batteries too. Please share your experience by commenting this post. Thanks!
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Sony Tidbits…

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Does Sony have to worry about Photokina announcements? Fuji GFX 50R Sony AF updates, Sigma, SR1 & S1

Sony a7iii, Tamron 28-75mm 2.8 with Profoto B10 overpower midday sun (David Oastler).
Atomos Ninja V – The 4K Mirrorless Must-Have (Kaiman Wong).
Zeiss Batis 2/40 CF für Sony E-Mount – neu und schon ausprobiert (Photoscala).
Joby: from GorillaPods to HandyPods (Explora).
The new ZEISS Batis 2/40 CF: Experience maximum versatility (Lenspire).
Sony PZ 18-105mm f/4 OSS ‘G’ lens review with samples (Christopher Frost).

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