Hurray! Sony officially registered a new camera!

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Today Sony registered a new camera in China with the code “WW638397“. It is equipped with Wi-Fi (5GHz / 2.4GHz). The last camera that was registered in China was the Sony A7c. Usually non-high end cameras are first registered in China so this might be an RX model. The fact that it has Wi-Fi (5GHz / 2.4GHz) usually has pointed out to high end cameras in the past but I think by now all cameras will have that WiFI standard anyway.

In summary, my first guess is that this is an RX camera and only as a second option I think this might be the A7IV or A9III.

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via Nokishita

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New leaked images of the 105mm f/2.8 FE macro lens. Announcement today at 13:00 London time!

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Here are two new leaked images of the Sigma 105mm f/2.8 FE macro lens. The lens will be announced today at 13:00 London time and I will embed the video livestream on SAR. Sigma promised the launch of “multiple” new lenses but only the 105mm macro got leaked. This likely means that the other lenses will not be production ready. What could they be? A new 70-200mm FE, and maybe some f/1.2 FE primes?

via Nokishita

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Today only: Up to 71% off on all Vello Sony E-mount adapters sold by BHphoto

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Today only you save up to 71% off on all Vello Sony E-mount adapters sold by BHphoto (Click here to see them all).

Software deals:

  1. Til September 30 you save 25% on Capture One (Click here) using the discount code “TAKE25OFF“. If you want to first test the software a free 30 day trial of Capture One can be downloaded here. This deal will not be back for a long time!
  2. Reminder: Topaz released the new version of DeNoise AI. And til October 9th you get it for $50 (if you use our checkout code “RUMOR“). The Utility Bundle, which includes DeNoise AI, Gigapixel AI, Sharpen AI, and JPEG to RAW AI, is also on sale through the same dates and is discounted to $165 (regularly $249.99).

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Opticallimits tests the Sony 200-600mm FE: “it alone may be a reason for buying into the Sony system”

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Opticallimits published the full Sony 200-600mm FE and is impressed by its performance:

The Sony FE 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G OSS is not a perfect lens but it is no less than a steal for the money and it alone may be a reason for buying into the Sony system – if you are really into such long tele lenses. The Sony lens is, unsurprisingly, very sharp in the lower to mid parts of its zoom range. At 600mm, the corner quality suffers somewhat whereas the center quality remains impressively high. Most photographers won’t probably ever notice this but there are limits when it comes to astrophotography here. Image distortions are present but can be handled via image auto-correction activated. This will also take care of the lateral CAs which are on the high side. The native vignetting is typical for such a lens. A positive surprise is the quality of the bokeh which is (substantially) better than most lenses in this class although prime lenses are better still.

The build quality of the Sony lens is superb thanks to a tightly assembled, metal body. Sony also didn’t forget to implement dust- and moisture-resistant seals. We can’t emphasize enough that it is unusual for a sanely priced super-tele zoom lens to have a constant physical size. Other than the obvious advantage regarding air movement within the lens, it also allows for a much smoother (easier) zoom experience compared to the usual “air pumps”. The AF is pretty fast and noiseless. We were also impressed by the real-world efficiency of the image stabilizer.

The Sony FE 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G OSS is a big and heavy lens and mounted to a small Sony camera, the setup can feel a bit unbalanced so adding a vertical grip may be a sensible investment for improving handling. Regarding the sum of its qualities combined with the very reasonable price tag, the verdict can only be – highly recommended!

Sony 200-600mm FE in USA at Amazon, BHphoto, FocusCamera, BuyDig, Adorama and Henyrs.
Sony 200-600mm FE in Europe at Amazon DE. Calumet DE. Amazon UK. WexUK. ParkCameras. Amazon FR. Amazon IT. Amazon ES.
Sony 200-600mm FE in Asia at Sony Japan. Sony Australia.

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