Tag: DSLR

Canon 7D Mark III Coming with 32MP APS-C DPAF Sensor

According to recent reports the Canon 7D Mark III is rumored to feature a 32MP APS-C DPAF sensor. Because a new Canon 32.5MP APS-c DSLR camera with Dual Pixel AF registered through a Taiwanese certification agency. This also refers to a high-end APC-S Professional DSLR camera.

Previously we have mentioned the Canon 32.5MP APS-c sensor as both future DSLR and Mirrorless models could use it. Possible candidates for the new Canon 32.5MP APS-C sensor were the EOS M5 Mark II mirrorless as well as DSLR cameras suchs as EOS 7D Mark III or EOS 90D. Continue reading “Canon 7D Mark III Coming with 32MP APS-C DPAF Sensor”

Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2x Ultra-Macro APO Lens Review

Here is the first review of the Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2x Ultra-Macro APO lens for DSLR cameras.

This new 100mm lens can cover full frame sensor size and focus from 2:1 magnification to infinity. The lens has a similar physical size to other 100mm Macro lens in the market but its wider magnification range allows macro photographers to capture subjects at any sizes. This 100mm f/2.8 lens can also focus to infinity and serve as a portrait lens with exceptional optics quality.

Venus Optics lenses are sold at Adorama and B&H . Continue reading “Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2x Ultra-Macro APO Lens Review”

Nikon D860 and Nikon Z8 to Feature 60MP Sensor

The upcoming high-resolution cameras for both DSLR and mirrorless to feature Sony’s new 60MP sensor.  Possible candidates for this sensor is the full frame Nikon D860 DSLR and the Nikon Z8 mirrorless cameras.  Continue reading “Nikon D860 and Nikon Z8 to Feature 60MP Sensor”

Pre-order : Zeiss Otus 100mm f/1.4 Lens

You can now pre-order the Zeiss Otus 100mm f/1.4 lens from major camera stores in US.

The ZEISS Otus 100mm f/1.4 lens is the latest addition to the Otus line up. The 100mm joins the 28mm f/1.4, 55mm f/1.4, and the 85mm f/1.4.

Nikon Z6 & Z7 Firmware Release Date on May 16th (Eye AF, CFexpress Support, Raw Video)

Nikon Europe said on Youtube that the firmware updates for Nikon Z6 & Z7 will be released on May 16th, 2019.

This new firmware update will add Eye-detection AF, CFexpress support and Raw video over HDMI to the Z6 and Z7, and also AF and AE improvements for Z6 & Z7.

The new firmware update with the upcoming price drop will make the Nikon Z products a very useful mirrorless solution. Continue reading “Nikon Z6 & Z7 Firmware Release Date on May 16th (Eye AF, CFexpress Support, Raw Video)”

Tamron 35-150mm f/2.8-4 Di VC OSD Lens Specs, Price, Availability

Tamron 35-150mm f/2.8-4 Di VC OSD Lens is a new compact zoom lens for full-frame DSLR cameras. The lens extends from 35mm to 150mm and offers a fast F/2.8 aperture at the wide-angle end while maintaining a bright F/4 at the telephoto end.

The optical design employs both low dispersion glass and aspherical elements, which help to reduce chromatic and spherical aberrations throughout the zoom range for improved clarity and sharpness.

The lens will be available May 23 in Nikon mount and June 20 in Canon mount priced at $799. Preorder links: Canon EF, Nikon F Continue reading “Tamron 35-150mm f/2.8-4 Di VC OSD Lens Specs, Price, Availability”

Zeiss Otus 100mm f/1.4 DSLR Lens Officially Announced

Zeiss Otus 100mm f/1.4 lens is one of the best lenses in its class due to its low sample variation, outstanding imaging performance, and superior build quality.

Zeiss Otus 100mm f/1.4 lens is available for Canon EF and Nikon F mount DSLR cameras. The US price is $4,500. Shipping is scheduled to start in May, 2019. You can check pre-order options at B&H Photo Video/Adorama.  Continue reading “Zeiss Otus 100mm f/1.4 DSLR Lens Officially Announced”

New Nikon Rebates Coming on April 28th, Deals on DSLR, Mirrorless Cameras and Lenses

Nikon will start a new rebate promotion on April 28th. The Nikon Z6 will get a new $200 price drop, while the Nikon Z7 will go down $600.

Check out the Nikon deals on DSLR, Mirrorless cameras as well as several lenses.   Continue reading “New Nikon Rebates Coming on April 28th, Deals on DSLR, Mirrorless Cameras and Lenses”

Nikon Rumored to Purchase the new Sony 60MP sensor (IMX455)

Nikon is rumored to purchase the new Sony 60MP sensor called the IMX455. The Sony IMX455AQR sensor features 60MP, 8k video, and offers native 64 ISO.

As you might remember Sony will allegedly announce two new sensors. One of them will be capable of 60 megapixel stills, 16 channels, and 8K video recording. The other one is 36MP BSI stacked sensor which will probably be used on the Sony A9 II.

The Sony 60MP sensor PDAF is supposed to be better than the Multi-CAM 20000 currently used in some Nikon cameras. Possible candidates for this high-resolution IMX455AQR sensor are the Nikon D860 and the Nikon Z8.  Continue reading “Nikon Rumored to Purchase the new Sony 60MP sensor (IMX455)”

Zeiss Otus 100mm f/1.4 Lens Price $4,500, Tamron 35-150mm f/2.8-4 Di VC OSD Lens Price $700

Here are the US price and release date for the upcoming Zeiss Otus 100mm f/1.4 lens and Tamron 35-150mm f/2.8-4 Di VC OSD Lens.

The upcoming Zeiss Otus 100mm f/1.4 ZF.2 lens for Nikon F mount price will be around $4,500, release date in May, 2019. The upcoming Tamron 35-150mm f/2.8-4 Di VC OSD lens for Nikon F mount price will be around $700, release date on May 23, 2019.

Tamron 35-150mm F/2.8-4 Di VC OSD (Model A043)  and the Zeiss Otus 100mm f/1.4 lens will be available for Canon and Nikon DSLRs. Continue reading “Zeiss Otus 100mm f/1.4 Lens Price $4,500, Tamron 35-150mm f/2.8-4 Di VC OSD Lens Price $700”