Panasonic G9 II to be Announced in September?

Good news folks!! Panasonic G9 II is rumored to be announced in September 2023.  Panasonic LUMIX G9II camera is expected to feature phase detection autofocus.

The Panasonic G9 price is around $899 for body-only. However the camera was listed as discontinued in Japan. Check availability at B&HPhoto.

Here’s what to expect from Panasonic G9 II.

  •  Scheduled to be announced in September
  •  upgraded sensor
  •  improved stabilization
  •  Phase detection AF

OM SYSTEM is also expected to release two new lenses in 2023.

  • OM ED 50-200mm F2.8 PRO lens   (NO “IS”?)
  • OM ED 50-250mm F4 lens

New Nikon Summer Savings Now Live

Nikon Summer Savings is now live on Adorama.com. We’ve highlighted some top sellers below. The new rebates will end on September 3rd.

Nikon started a new Summer Savings Event at Adorama, B&HPhoto and Amazon. Here are some of the savings: Continue reading “New Nikon Summer Savings Now Live”

Sigma 14mm f/1.4 DG DN Art Lens Announced, Price $1,599

Sigma today has officially announced the new 14mm f/1.4 DG DN Art lens. The Sigma 14mm F1.4 DG DN | Art will be available in L-mount and Sony E-mount.  The US price for this lens is $1,599, now available for pre-order at B&H Photo Video/Adorama.

Sigma 14mm f/1.4 DG DN Art Lens Features

  • Lens construction: 19 elements, 15 groups (1 SLD, 3 FLD and 4 aspherical elements)
  • Inner focus system
  • Compatible with high-speed autofocus
  • HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) motor
  • Compatible with lens aberration correction*
  • Support DMF, AF+MF
  • Compatible with AF assist function (Sony E-mount only)
  • Super Multi-Layer Coating
  • Aperture Ring
  • Aperture Ring Click switch
  • Focus Mode switch
  • AFL button (customisable on some models
  • Petal-type Hood (fixed)
  • MFL (Manual Focus Lock) switch
  • Rear filter holder
  • Specially designed front cap (Filter slots, Lock mechanism)
  • Dust and Splash Resistant Structure
  • Water and Oil Repellent Coating (Front element)
  • Tripod Socket (TS-141)
  • Support for switching between linear focus / non-linear focus ring settings (L-Mount only)**
  • Compatible with the SIGMA USB DOCK UD-11 (Optional / L-Mount only)
  • Designed to minimise flare and ghosting
  • Every single lens undergoes SIGMA’s proprietary MTF measuring system
  • 11-blade rounded diaphragm
  • High-precision, durable brass bayonet mount
  • Made in Japan craftsmanship

* Function available on supported cameras only. Available corrections may vary depending on the camera model. On cameras where aberration correction is controlled with ‘ON’ or ‘OFF’ in the camera menu, please set all aberration correction functions to ‘ON’ (AUTO).

** Only on compatible cameras.

Nikon Nikkor Z DX 24mm f/1.7 Lens Officially Announced

Nikon has expanded its range of Nikkor Z DX lenses with the introduction of the Nikkor Z DX 24mm f/1.7. The US price of the lens is $279 and it will be available beginning in mid-June. Check availability at Amazon/ B&HPhoto/ Adorama. 

Designed for its APS-C mirrorless camera system this lens offers a field of view equivalent to 36mm on full-frame. The Nikkor Z DX 24mm F/1.7 Is Nikon’s First Mirrorless DX Prime Lens.

Its optical formula consists of 9 elements in 8 groups, while it weighs 135g (0.3 pounds) and has a 46mm filter thread. Below are the key specifications of Nikkor Z DX 24mm F1.7 lens: Continue reading “Nikon Nikkor Z DX 24mm f/1.7 Lens Officially Announced”

Hot Deals: Up to $700 Off on Canon Cameras & Deals

Hot Deals!!! B&H/ Adorama launched the  latest big instant savings! You can save up to $700 with the code “CANONSAVEBIG”.

All B&H Photo’s offerings are listed here.

Hot Deal: Venus Optics Laowa 15mm F2 FE Zero-D Lens for $649

Hot Deal!!! Today, B&H launched a great deal on Venus Optics Laowa 15mm f/2 FE Zero-D Lens for only $649! This is $200 cheaper than regular, available for Canon RF, Nikon Z, Sony E and Leica L mounts.

  • Venus Optics Laowa 15mm f/2 FE Zero-D Lens–$200 Off
Key Features
  • Full-Frame Format
  • Aperture Range: f/2 to f/22
  • Three Extra-Low Dispersion Elements
  • Two Aspherical Elements
  • Rectilinear Design, Low Distortion
  • Frog Eye Dust & Water-Repellent Coating
  • Manual Focus Design
  • Manual Aperture Ring Can Be De-Clicked
  • 5-Blade Diaphragm

Venus Optics lenses are sold at Adorama and B&H.

Fujifilm XApp Ver. 1.02 Released for iOS and Android

As you know the Fujifilm XApp replaces the old Camera Remote app for users of supported cameras and will be the new default going forward. Fujifilm has just released version 1.02 for their Fujifilm X App for iOS here and for Android here.

Fujifilm X-S10 Body: $1,299: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Fujifilm X-S10 Body: $999 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama

Fujinon XF8mm f/3.5: $799 at B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Compatible models

The newly introduced FUJIFILM X-S20 mirrorless digital camera is manufactured to automatically be compatible with the new FUJIFILM XApp without added firmware.
Additionally, the following GFX System and X Series models are also compatible, subject to downloading of Fujifilm’s latest firmware release:

FUJIFILM GFX100, FUJIFILM GFX100S, FUJIFILM GFX50S II, FUJIFILM X-H2S, FUJIFILM X-H2, FUJIFILM X-Pro3, FUJIFILM X-T5, FUJIFILM X-T4, FUJIFILM X-T3, FUJIFILM X-T30 II, FUJIFILM X-T30, FUJIFILM X-S10, FUJIFILM X-E4, FUJIFILM X100V

See also FUJIFILM firmware update – May 24, 2023

FUJIFILM firmware update – May 24, 2023

Many FUJIFILM cameras got new firmware updates that bring support for the newly launched XApp as well as some minor “setup menu setting functions” optimization. These cameras include the following models:

GFX Series Camera Body

X Series Camera Body

At X Summit BKK 2023 (see live blog here), Fujifilm has updated its range of mirrorless cameras with the introduction of the Fujifilm X-S20 and the new Fujifilm XF 8mm f/3.5 lens. In addition the company released firmware updates for 13 camera bodies for both GFX and X-Series models.

The    will be available from the end of June 2023 priced at $1299 while the  XF 8mm F3.5 Lens will be available for $799 at the same time.

Fujifilm X-S10 Body: $1,299: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Fujifilm X-S10 Body: $999 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama

Fujinon XF8mm f/3.5: $799 at B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

All compatible lenses for Fujifilm | Fujifilm Lens Abbreviations and Meanings

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AstrHori 18mm f/8 2X Probe Macro Lens Announced

AstrHori 18mm f/8 2X Probe Macro Lens: Amazon

AstrHori Introduces the First APS-C 2X Macro Probe Lens — 18mmF8
Let everyone realize creative, macro photography.

AstrHori announces the APS-C 18mm f/8 2x Macro Probe Lens for Sony E, Fuji X, Canon RF, EF, Nikon Z and more mounts.
The lens will be officially launched on May 29th on Amazon, AliExpress, independent stations and other platforms.
The lens is now on sale for an impressively-low price of just USD 719, EUR 999, JPY 119,599, GBP 879, MXN 14,369, CAD 989.

Following the launch of the 28mmF13 2X macro probe lens, the 18mmF8 2X macro macro probe lens is launched. I don’t know if there will be a 28mmF13 second-generation lens, let us look forward to it. Continue reading “AstrHori 18mm f/8 2X Probe Macro Lens Announced”

New “Fujifilm XApp” Smartphone App for the GFX / X Series Digital Cameras

Fujifilm announced the launch of “Fujifilm XApp”, a new app for use with the GFX / X Series of digital cameras. The app will be released for download on May 25, 2023.

FUJIFILM already has a camera remote app on the market, but some were complaining about limited functionality including connectivity issues between their FUJIFILM cameras and smart devices.

The new XApp is addressing exactly those issues. FUJIFILM is advertising the new XApp with seamless, quicker connectivity.

The second new feature of the XApp is that you can transfer images while the camera is still recording or even when it is completely powered off. The App also comes with a new high-contrast design in black and white for better visibility. When you connect your camera via Bluetooth, you have a live view function and can control start/stop recording next to your camera settings, like aperture, ISO, and shutter speed.

Fujifilm X-S10 Body: $1,299: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Fujifilm X-S10 Body: $999 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama

Fujinon XF8mm f/3.5: $799 at B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Continue reading “New “Fujifilm XApp” Smartphone App for the GFX / X Series Digital Cameras”