Category: Sony

Nikon D6 and Canon EOS-1D X Mark III Coming Before 2020 Summer Olympics

Nikon and Canon are both rumored to release their high-end cameras before the 2020 Summer Olympic Games. The products are as expected the Nikon D6 and Canon EOS 1D Mark III.

We are likely to see Canon’s 1D X Mark III and Nikon D6 to be announced in Q4 of 2019 to Q2 of 2020. Just ahead of 2020 Summer Olympic games in Tokyo, Japan.

In addition we can clearly assume that Sony will also replace the a9 sports mirrorless camera for the Olympic games next year. This would probably be the Sony a9 Mark II.  Continue reading “Nikon D6 and Canon EOS-1D X Mark III Coming Before 2020 Summer Olympics”

Zenitar 50mm f/0.95 Lens for Full Frame E-mount Coming on March 15

According to recent rumors, Zenitar 50mm f/0.95 lens for Sony full frame E-mount cameras coming on March 15.

Even the Zenitar 50mm f/0.95 lens will be designed for Sony E-mount system, other mounts will probably unveil later on. So there is a possibility that we might see this fast prime optic on Canon EOS R and Nikon Z models.

The lens will be a manual focus and full-frame. It will be announced on March 15th, 2019. Here is what we know so far about the Zenitar 50mm f/0.95 lens for Sony FE-mount: Continue reading “Zenitar 50mm f/0.95 Lens for Full Frame E-mount Coming on March 15”

Meike MK 85mm f/1.8 Lens For Sony E-Mount Cameras

Meike MK 85mm f/1.8 is a new manual focus lens for Sony E-Mount cameras.

The lens, which includes EXIF information transfer, is constructed of nine elements in six groups and features a nine-blade aperture diaphragm. lens has a 67mm filter thread and a field of view of 28.5 degrees. The lens can be used on E-Mount cameras such as the Alpha A7 Mark III.

With a field of view close to the human eye, the lens is ideal for portrait photography. Check out the listing at Amazon US but no pricing or availability has been revealed yet. Continue reading “Meike MK 85mm f/1.8 Lens For Sony E-Mount Cameras”

Sony a9, Sony a7III, Sony a6400, Fujifilm X-T3, Canon EOS R, and Nikon Z6 Eye AF Test Comparison

Here is an interesting eye AF test comparison between the Canon EOS R, Fuji X-T3, Nikon Z6, Sony a9, a7 III and a6400 cameras.

Sony a9: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sony a7III: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sony a6400: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Fujifilm X-T3: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Nikon Z7: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Nikon Z6: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Canon EOS R: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama Continue reading “Sony a9, Sony a7III, Sony a6400, Fujifilm X-T3, Canon EOS R, and Nikon Z6 Eye AF Test Comparison”

Sony a6400 Camera now In Stock and Shipping

The Sony a6400 camera is now in stock and shipping from several camera stores in US. is their newest, and most advanced APS-C sensor mirrorless camera.

The APS-c E-mount camera priced for $899 body-only. Check at Amazon |B&H Photo Video | Adorama.  Sony a6400 in stock/availability tracker . Continue reading “Sony a6400 Camera now In Stock and Shipping”

Pre-Order : Sony FE 135mm f/1.8 GM Lens Now Available

You can now pre-order the Sony FE 135mm f/1.8 GM lens which is officially announced at CP+ 2019 event. The US price for this lens is $1,898.00. Check pre-order options at B&H Photo Video/Adorama/Amazon.

The Sony RMT-P1BT Wireless Remote Commander now also available for pre-order at B&H Photo and Adorama. Continue reading “Pre-Order : Sony FE 135mm f/1.8 GM Lens Now Available”

Announced : Voigtlander Nokton 50mm f/1.2 Aspherical Lens for Sony E-mount

The Voigtlander Nokton 50mm f/1.2 Aspherical Lens for Sony E-mount is now officially announced. The price in Japan is ¥150,000 (excluding tax). The US price hasn’t announced yet. Shipping is scheduled to start in April 2019. (check Adorama and B&H).

In addition, Voigtlander announced two new lenses – Voigtlander Nokton 21mm f/1.4 Aspherical lens for Sony E-mount and Voigtlander Nokton Vintage Line 75mm f/1.5 Aspherical VM lens for Leica M-mount – and six different mirrorless lens adapter. Continue reading “Announced : Voigtlander Nokton 50mm f/1.2 Aspherical Lens for Sony E-mount”

Sony FE 135mm f/1.8 GM Lens Announced, Price $1,898

Sony FE 135mm f/1.8 GM lens now officially announced. The US price for this lens is $1,898.00. Check pre-order options at B&H Photo Video/Adorama/Amazon.

The Sony FE 135mm f/1.8 GM lens is weather-sealed and features an aperture ring, focus ring with linear response. The lens has 13 elements in total, which include XA (extreme aspherical), Super ED and ED.

Shipping will start from April, 2019. Continue reading “Sony FE 135mm f/1.8 GM Lens Announced, Price $1,898”

7Artisans 60mm f/2.8 Macro Lens Announced for APS-c Mirrorless

7Artisans 60mm f/2.8 Macro lens announced for APS-c mirrorless cameras. The new mirrorless lens will be available for Sony E, Canon EF-M, Fuji X and MFT mounts.

Portrait-length manual focus prime lens is designed for APS-C-format mirrorless cameras and provides a Micro Four Thirds 91mm equivalent focal length.

7Artisans lenses are sold at: AmazonUS | AmazonUK | AmazonDE | eBayUS. Continue reading “7Artisans 60mm f/2.8 Macro Lens Announced for APS-c Mirrorless”

Speedmaster 50mm f/0.95 III Lens for Sony E, Canon RF and Nikon Z Cameras

Shoten has announced the Speedmaster 50mm f/0.95 III lens for Nikon Z, Canon RF and Sony E mount full frame mirrorless cameras. The third version of this large-aperture manual focus lens improves image quality by reviewing the optical performance.

The Speedmaster 50mm f/0.95 III lens is dues to be released in April will be on show at this week’s CP+ show in Japan. Continue reading “Speedmaster 50mm f/0.95 III Lens for Sony E, Canon RF and Nikon Z Cameras”