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As you know a new firmware update adds bird detection autofocus to the E-M1X. So Does bird detect AF make the Olympus E-M1X a crazy bird finding machine? DPReview TV published a video review to find an answer to this question.
Olympus released a new firmware update. Version 3.4 for the OM-D E-M1 Mark II, Version 2.0 for the OM-D E-M1X and Version 1.2 for OM-D E-M1 Mark III now available for download. Continue reading “Video About Olympus Firmware Updates: Bird Tracking and ProRes Raw”
Venus Optics launches Laowa 10mm f/2 Zero-D MFT lens for Micro Four Thirds.
Offering a 96° Angle of view and equipped with 46mm filter threads, no matter using for landscape, astrophotography or architecture photography, the lens is always able to produce impressive results without any extra burden.
The lens also equipped with a CPU chip and motor. You can now control the aperture in-camera and record all the metadata in the EXIF. It will be also perfect for vlogging, drones and other lightweight videography setups.
Designed for the MTF system, Laowa 10mm f/2 Zero-D MFT Lens costs $399. Venus Optics lenses are sold atAdorama and B&H. Sample photos can be found here.
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Sirui announced a new 24mm f/2.8 1.33x anamorphic APS-C lens.
The Sirui 24mm F2.8 features a 1.33x squeeze factor and an imaging circle that covers APS-C. In common with the previous lenses this model will come in a native Micro Four Thirds mount, but with adapters for Sony E, Canon EF-M, Nikon Z and Fujifilm X cameras.
The new lens is constructed of 13 elements arranged in 10 groups, and an 8-bladed iris. The maximum aperture at F2.8 is 1 1/3rd stops smaller than the 50mm and 35mm F1.8 lenses, and at between 125mm and 128mm it is slightly longer than the previous models too. Its closest focusing distance of 0.6m (2ft) is a little better than the 0.85m of the other lenses, and it accepts a 77mm filter instead of the 67mm of the 50mm/35mm lenses. Continue reading “Sirui 24mm f/2.8 1.33x Anamorphic APS-C Lens Announced”
Here are the Best and Worst Cameras and Lenses of 2020. Chris and Jordan at DPReview TV has named the best and the worst camera and lens of the year 2020. Sony a7S III is te best camera while the Sony FE 12-24mm F2.8 GM is the best lens. Check it out! Continue reading “The Best and Worst Cameras and Lenses of 2020 by Dpreview”
Olympus released a new firmware update. Version 3.4 for the OM-D E-M1 Mark II, Version 2.0 for the OM-D E-M1X and Version 1.2 for OM-D E-M1 Mark III now available for download.
This new firmware provides feature enhancements for photographers and ability to use focus stacking photography with M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-400mm f/4.5 TC 1.25x IS PRO lens which is $7500 at Adorama and B&HPhoto.
Check out the details below with download links. The company also suspended the E-M5III firmware release due to a technical issue. Continue reading “New Firmware Released for Olympus E-M1X, E-M II, E-M1 III & E-M5 III Update Stopped”
Nils Häussler from Olympus Germany has given some information about their JIP plans. According to the talk, Olympus PEN-F Mark II camera is still being considered and besides that there will be new Olympus branded cameras in 2021.
He also said that being into a new smaller company will make it easier to focus on the camera market and to develop new products.
Olympus dropped the current Olympus PEN-F price by $100, now you can get the Olympus PEN-F for $899 at all US store like Amazon, B&H, Adorama.
Continue reading “More Olympus PEN-F II Talks and New Hints for Olympus Cameras”
Yongnuo will soon announce an updated version of 42.5mm f/1.7 II lens for Micro Four Thirds system cameras. The price of the lens will be aproximately $100. Yongnuo lenses are sold at Adorama, B&H, and Amazon.
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Vazen, a new Chinese cinema lens brand, has announced the pricing and shipping availability of the Vazen 65mm T2 1.8x Anamorphic Lens for Micro Four Thirds (M43) cameras. In addition to the previously launched 28mm and 40mm, the whole Micro Four Thirds 1.8x Anamorphic lens set is now completed.
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Meyer Optik Görlitz released their Primoplan 75mm f/1.9 II lens. The bright prime optic will be available for Canon EF, Fuji X, Leica M, M42, MFT, Nikon F, Pentax K, and Sony E mounts. The price in the US is $999 and pre-orders are now open.
Here are all updated/new Meyer Optik Görlitz lenses :
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Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-400mm f/4.5 TC1.25X IS PRO Lens delayed because of high demand. Designed for Micro Four Thirds system cameras the lens announced with a very expensive price tag as $7500 at Adorama and B&HPhoto.
According to Olympus this lens has greatly exceeded expectations and received so many pre-orders. See the statement below for details.
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