George Holden reviewed “The Smallest Full Frame Camera You’ve Ever Seen”…and it’s a Sony ;)
The Sony RX1 camera series was the smallest possible Full Frame fixed lens camera you could buy. Like I told you many times before…I hope Sony is developing the new successor and will release it soon!
7Artisans announced the third generation 35mm f/1.4 FE lens with updated design
The new 7Artisans 35mm f/1.4 FF AF lens is now available at Amazon US&EU (to be listed soon) and 7Artisans. What’s new:
- It now has low-dispersion ED glass elements that improve the image quality
- new clicked and de-clicked aperture ring
- added depth-of-field scale markings
- now available in two colors
Sony Tidbits…
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Today deals at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama, Amazon DE, Amazon UK, Amazon FR, Amazon IT, FotoErhardt DE, FotoKoch DE.
TAMRON Releases Unconventional 50-300mm F/4.5-6.3 Telephoto Zoom Lens (42West).
Zoom’s New H1 XLR Portable Recorder Sheds the Mic (Explora).
Tamron 28-300mm test by Matti Sulanto.
The legendary α7 III continues to be chosen by many users. Here’s why (Mapcamera).
Recommended Inkjet Paper for Photography Students (Explora).
A Beginner’s Guide to Worm’s Eye View Photography (42West).
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Runs til August 26: Up to $310 off on Sigma E-mount lenses
Til August 26 you save big on Sigma lenses sold on BHphoto, Amazon and Adorama.
Lenses, SD card and accessories:
- Tamron 70-180mm f(/2.8 for $889 at Amazon US (Click here).
- For a limited time you get a $150 discount on this Lexard SD 2-pack sold by BHphoto.
- Til August 25 you save 10% on all PGYTECH products sold on their Amazon page. The deal includes a discount on their well known card reader.
Kickstarter:
- The German company SPINN launched the new generation Water resistant wrapper on Kickstarter (Click here). It now has an extra barrier that now also protects your equipment against wet conditions!
- Light Meter Lit Duo 1 on Kickstarter (Click here)
- PGYtech new customizable Outdoor Photography Backpack on Kickstarter (Click here).
Save up to $600 on Sony gear sold at BHphoto, Adorama and Amazon. Some special mentions:
Cameras:
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- $300 off on the Sony A7sIII at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama.
- $300 off on the ZV-E1 at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama.
- $500 off on the Sony A7III at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama.
- $200 off on the Sony A7IV at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama.
Lenses:
- $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 24mm 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.
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- $100 off on the 16-55mm f/2.8 G at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama.
- $200 off on the 24-105mm G at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama.
- $100 off on the 70-300mm G at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama.
- $100 off on the 16-35mm PZ at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama.
- $100 off on the 90mm macro at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama.
- $100 off on the 20mm f/1.8 G at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama.
- $100 off on the 15mm f/1.4 G at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama.
- $50 off on the 24mm f/2.8 G at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama.
- $100 off on the 10-20mm PZ at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama.
Samyang just announced the World’s First Optical Exchange AF Lens!
Wow! It’s rare to see real innovation and today Samyang really delivered it! They just announced the world’s first optical exchange AF lens! The bad news is that this lens will for now only be available for purchase in Korea. What I like about this lens is:
- first of all is that it is extremely compact but still has autofocus .
- That it is compact and still has f/2.8 aperture!
- switchable 21-28-32mm focal length. Cool!
Now, it’s so disappointing to learn the lens will not be available outside Korea yet…but I hope this will change soon.
Press text:
World’s First Optical Exchange AF Lens
This innovative technology allows you to exchange only the optical elements (optical system) inside the lens instead of replacing the entire lens of the camera. This technology allows you to use lenses with various optical characteristics in one lens body, greatly increasing the flexibility of photo and video shooting and efficiently saving space. The magnetically fixed bayonet mount is easy to exchange and can be quickly replaced depending on the situation.
The 21mm, 28mm, and 32mm optical systems are inspired by legendary P&S film cameras of the past. These lenses have been reborn with designs optimized for digital sensors while maintaining their unique characteristics.
Left: The new lens Right: 24mm f/2.8
Smaller, Lighter, More Versatile
Remaster slim is smaller and lighter than previous models, while adding more features to make it even more powerful. This model offers enhanced portability and various shooting features that users need, delivering outstanding performance in any shooting environment. Despite its small size of less than 2cm and weight of less than 80g, it features a custom AF/MF switch for upgraded versatility. Additionally, in MF mode, the MOD is shortened, allowing you to capture subjects more dynamically and realistically. This small and cute lens will transform any E-mount mirrorless camera into a portable auto camera.
Modern Technology with Classic Charm
Remaster Slim reinterprets the characteristics of classic optical systems with modern technology, offering even richer expression. The subject in focus is depicted delicately and in detail, while the out-of-focus background blur creates a more painterly image. Additionally, depending on the type and intensity of the light source, a soft glow effect appears at the edges of the subject, softening skin tones and adding a poetic feel to the photos. These features help photographers maximize the artistic value and emotion they express.
Classic Aesthetics with Analog Sensibility
Remaster Slim provides a genuine analog sensibility that is distinctly different from smartphone images created with digital technology. This lens creates warm and profound images that cannot be imitated by the digital world, giving photos a natural and soft tone. It retains the detail and texture of classic optical systems while meeting modern photography demands. Through this, users can experience a unique connection between the past and the present.
Livestream: Ask me anything about the upcoming Sony product announcements (and about DJI)
Many readers sent me questions about the next SUPER BUSY Sony announcements. So I have decided to setup this livestream where you can ask me ANYTHING. Main topic will be:
- Sony August 28 announcement
- Sony FX and 24-70mm 2.0 September announcement
- Sony Alpha camera announcement in October/November
- Possible Sony surprise announcement
- DJI mirrorless Full Frame camera rumors