Yongnuo has just announced a new 50mm f/1.8 E lens, available on Amazon for only $110!
If you’re looking for an affordable and fast APS-C autofocus prime, check out the Yongnuo 50mm f/1.8 on Amazon (Click here).
New Topaz New Mosaic app now live—restore and share old photos
Topaz just launched the new Mosaic APP (Click here). At the moment, Mosaic is only available to those with a Topaz Studio or Cloud Collection subscription.
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What is Mosaic?
Mosaic restores and enhances photos with clarity and depth. It’s perfect for creators who want great results without complicated tools or setup.
Perfect for:
Restoring old family photos or scanned prints
Reviving vintage and film images
Upscaling small or low-quality shots instantly
Why You’ll Love It
Mosaic combines presets and creative tools that make photo restoration effortless. The three enhancement presets are:
Natural – Keeps detail and texture true to life
Restored – Cleans up dust, scratches, and lighting for more depth
Recolored – Adds color to black-and-white photos for a fresh, artistic look
You can also fine-tune results using healing tools and adjustments for brilliance, tone, and grain.
How to access Mosaic
Mosaic is available now on the Topaz web app.
You can:
Upload directly from desktop or iPhone (Android coming soon)
Download or share your enhanced images instantly
It’s now 100% confirmed — a major Sony announcement is on the way!
I finally got confirmations form sources (Thanks!) that Sony is going to have a BIG announcement between mid November and early December. Don’t have the exact date yet! But my guess is that we will get this stuff:
- Sony A7V
- Sony 100-400mm GMII (?)
I hope to get the exact announcement date soon but in the meantime buckle up for a busy rumor time!
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Sony A7V specs known so far (from trusted sources):
- A7V has been registered in Indonesia with the code “WW824259”. The camera is manufactured in Thailand
- Leaked image seems to suggest it has 33Mps sensor (we don’t know if it’s a tweaked A7IV sensor version or a new partially stacked)
- new AI chip like the Sony A1II
- Same Sony A7rV body design. This means same 4 way fully articulating screen and same controls
- It does NOT have the Sony A1II/A9III grip design
- price close to $3000
- Announcement likely in November at earliest with shipment start in January/February
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Just announced: new Tamron 25-200mm FE lens!
You can now preorder the new Tamron 25-200mm FE lens at BHphoto (Click here). Press text on Explora.
UPDATE: Also now available for preorder at FotoErhardt, WexUK.
Weird rumors about a possible Sony A1III (or A1IIa)
A SAR reader just sent me this:
take this with a grain of salt. I tried to purchase the Sony A1 ii from a reputable realtor in NYC and they are stating that they don’t stock the A1 ii anymore because the mark 3 is set to be released in a month or two… not sure I believe that
It’s clear now that there won’t be a new Sony A1 III anytime soon. However, if the latest information is accurate, we might soon see a Sony A1 IIa — essentially the current A1 II, but with an updated LCD panel. Sony has done this before, most recently with the release of the “new” Sony FX3a, which followed a similar minor-update strategy.