Sony did unveil a super high-end camcorder and you might want to learn more about it to see where the future is going: The new Super-35mm HDC-4800 Shoots 4K at 480 fps! (Adorama Blog).
And here are some more NAB related news:
$600 Sony FS5 Raw upgrade to offer continuous external 4K/60fps and 1080/240fps Raw recording (Newsshoooter)
Zeiss announced Lens Gear rings for the Loxia series (SAR article here).
New Atomos Shogun Inferno – Flagship 4K Recorder For Quad-SDI, RAW & 240fps Slow Motion (Cinema5D).
First test footage from Zeiss Batis 18mm for Sony E-mount at Newsshooter:
Sometimes anonymous rumor are worth to be mentioned if they are unlikely to happen. I just got this from a new source and therefore just take it super easy:
A A9R with a full format sensor featuring only 2.4µm pixels. That results in an astonishing 150MP total sensor size. But here is the kicker it will feature a “low res” mode where 4 pixels are coupled analog – resulting in a 37MP sensor with 2 fstops more sensitivity and dynamic range.
The rumor may be unlikely but that Sony can do that is certainly possible!
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Reminder (SR = Sonyrumor): SR1=probably fake rumor SR2=rumor from unknown sources SR3=50% chance it is correct SR4=rumor from known sources SR5=almost certainly correct!
Zeiss announced new Lens Gear Rings to turn Otus, Milvus and Loxia lenses into movie lenses with follow focus systems. Here is the press text:
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The ZEISS Otus, ZEISS Milvus and ZEISS Loxia lenses are now also compatible with follow focus systems. How? The new ZEISS Lens Gear Rings in the four sizes mini, small, medium and large turn camera lenses into movie lenses in a flash.
ZEISS Lens Gears boast impressive versatility and no-fuss mounting
The ZEISS Lens Gear Rings are made of premium aluminum with a hardened surface coating, are slid onto the relevant lens and attached to the focus ring of the lens simply by turning the two counteracting rings. “This means the ZEISS Lens Gears can be attached in a flash – and you don’t even need any tools to do so,” explains Christophe Casenave, Product Manager at ZEISS Camera Lenses.
Four different sizes for all ZEISS Otus, ZEISS Milvus and ZEISS Loxia lenses
The ZEISS Lens Gears are available in four different sizes: mini, small, medium and large. “They fit on the different lenses of various diameters precisely and securely,” continues Casenave. “The use of a follow focus system enables optimal focusing, and the ZEISS camera lenses receive functions resembling those of a full-fledged movie lens.” This now allows customers to achieve professional results with the camera lenses and makes any handling difficulties a thing of the past.
The ZEISS Lens Gears are supplied with a rubber-covered band, the GumGum, which features an adhesive surface. This means the inner diameter can be reduced accordingly, thus supporting other lens sizes. The GumGum also protects against scratches and other damage to the focus ring of the lens.
The benefits at a glance:
Quick mounting – no tools needed
Made of lightweight aluminum
Hardened surface coating
Features a 0.8 pitched gear
Follow focus runs smoother than ever before
No more screwdrivers, worn-out belts or protruding straps
A closer look at the new ZEISS Lens Gears
ZEISS Lens Gears turn camera lenses into cinema lenses in a flash
Sony had a major press event at the NAB show in Las Vegas. There was no photo camera or E-mount lens announcement. All we got are new camcorder like the very High End HDC-4800. Here is the Sony press text: blog.sony.com/press/sony-goes-beyond-definition-at-nab-2016/
But don’t be upset. We are now used to see Sony announce major E-mount stuff off such events. Example: The Sony A6300 and GM lenses got announced just weeks after the big CP+ show. So let’s hope Sony will unveil some surprise soon.
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Note: Bh just launched the NAB deals: You get $100 gift card for free with the new Sony A6300.
Both BH and Adorama are now offering free gift cards on all Sony A7 cameras:
Free $200 Gift Card with the Sony A7RII at BHphoto and Adorama.
Free $200 Gift Card with the Sony A7SII at BHphoto and Adorama.
Free $200 Gift Card with the Sony A7S at Adorama.
Free $150 Gift Card with the Sony A7II with 28-70mm lens at Adorama.
Free $150 Gift Card with the Sony A7R at Adorama.
Free $150 Gift Card with the Sony A7R at BHphoto.
Free $100 Gift Card with the Sony A7S at BHphoto.
Free $100 Gift Card with the Sony A7II with 28-70mm lens at BHphoto
Free $100 Gift Card with the Sony A7II at BHphoto and Adorama.
Free $100 Gift Card with the Sony A7 with 28-70mm lens at BHphoto and Adorama.
Free $100 Gift Card with the Sony A7 at BHphoto and Adorama.
The 64GB superfast 2000x Lexar card sells for a new low price record of $89 at BHphoto and Adorama. A full overview of all Lexar deals can be seen on that Adorama page.
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Four Zeiss ambassadors posted image samples and previews of the new Batis 18mm f/2.8 lens. Here is where you can preorder the lens:
in USA at BHphoto. Adorama. FocusCamera.
in Europe at Amazon.de. Photo Porst. ParkcamerasUK.
Zeiss Lens Shade for Batis 18mm F2.8 Lens at Adorama.
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David Clifford posted the image you above (lens in the snow). He used the new Batis 18mm in harsh conditions and writes:
It was an amazingly sharp, well built, weather sealed, fast and accurate auto focus which was a dream to use. 18mm is one of my favorite focal lengths. It’s super wide with minimal distortion. In fact when I was using Canon I picked up a Zeiss 18mm 3.5 lens because my 16-35 was not very sharp at all. I quickly replaced my 16-35 with an 18mm and a 28mm. I felt much better carrying 2 small light fast primes than risking soft shots wide open in late light for clients. With 5 axis image stabilizer and the 42 mega pixel files it’s rivaling medium format for a fraction of the cost. Thank Zeiss for constant pushing to make superior lenses that do exactly what I need.
Just as photography is a very diverse field, so too are the applications for which the ZEISS Batis 2.8/18 can be used. For example, thanks to its large field of vision with extremely low distortion, it’s perfect for architectural photography. The ZEISS Batis 2.8/18 fulfilled a long-held wish he had had for a wide angle with excellent imaging performance.
Diglloyd posted a full review of the lens (for subscribers only). And his conclusion is:
The Zeiss Batis 18mm f/2.8 Distagon is the finest 18mm lens ever to be produced for full frame cameras.
Brian Matiash posted an introduction with image samples:
All in all, I was exceptionally impressed with the performance of this lens and the image quality it produced.
I know those are Zeiss ambassadors reviewing the lens. So some may have concerns about the value of such reviews. But I am 100% confident the new Batis 18mm is as good as all four photographers are saying it is!
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