Tag: DSLR

Pentax K3 Mark III Release Date Scheduled for Next Week

The highly anticipated Pentax K3 Mark III is now scheduled to be released next week. Here is the story.

Ricoh was set to launch the camera during the CP+ 2021 event, however, the launch of the Pentax K-3 Mark III APS-C DSLR has been delayed. This was due to a parts shortage.

Now according to rcent reports, the new Pentax K-3 Mark III Body, PENTAX K-3 Mark III Kit & Battery Grip D-BG8 have been added to overseas dealers and will be available for pre-order next week.

The K-3 Mark III camera will have a new 25.73MP APS-C CMOS image sensor. ISO will range from 100 all the way up to 1,600,000 and the camera will feature sensor-shift image stabilization. The Pentax K-3 price to be around $1,999.

Several new Pentax products, including the K-3 Mark III, are already listed at a dealer/online store and will be available for pre-order next week:

  • PENTAX K-3 Mark III camera body (black/silver)
  • PENTAX K-3 Mark III lens kit (black/silver)
  • PENTAX battery grip D-BG8
  • PENTAX hot shoe cover O-HC177
  • PENTAX eye cup FU

The Pentax K-3 Mark III firmware with Eye-AF also seems to be finalized according to multiple posts at the Chinese forum Xitek.

via Nokishita

Confirmed : New Nikon Flagship 8K Mirrorless Camera Coming in 2021

In a recent interview with DPReview; Keiji Oishi, Department Manager of Nikon’s Imaging Business Unit, UX Planning Department has confirmed that new nikon flagship 8K mirrorless camera is coming later this year. This new nikon flagship 8K mirrorless camera will feature a high-resolution stacked sensor.

Although the product name is not officially stated, we can say that it will be called the Nikon Z1 or Nikon Z9, which has been frequently rumored recently.

So if you are asking, what will be Nikon’s answer to the $6,500 Sony a1 camera or Canon’s possible flagship EOS R1 in the year 2021? You can find the answer widely in this interview. Continue reading “Confirmed : New Nikon Flagship 8K Mirrorless Camera Coming in 2021”

Nikon Releases NX Studio Software That Combines ViewNX-i and Capture NX-D

Nikon has announced the release of NX Studio image. The video editing/viewing software combines the best bits of Nikon’s View NX-i and Capture NX-D software applications in a single piece of software.

The newly released Nikon NX Studio is essentially a replacement for both applications, offering almost every feature of the pair in a single program. Capture NX-D and ViewNX-i will remain available for download, but are unlikely to be updated to add support for new cameras or compatibility with future operating system updates.

Nikon digital camera users can download the software, free of charge, from today and those who currently use View NX-i and Capture NX-D are advised to switch to NX Studio as View NX-i and Capture NX-D will no longer be updated so they’re compatible with the latest OS and new functions won’t be added either. Continue reading “Nikon Releases NX Studio Software That Combines ViewNX-i and Capture NX-D”

Nikon Z50 Firmware Update Version 2.03 and D780 Version 1.0.2 Released

Nikon has released a new firmware update for Nikon Z50 and Nikon D780 digital cameras. You can see the details and download links of the Z50 firmware update version 2.03 and D780 version 1.0.2 below.

Nikon D780 Body: $2,296.95 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama

Nikon Z50 Body: $856.95 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Best Lenses for Nikon D780 | Best Memory Cards for Nikon D780

Download links: Continue reading “Nikon Z50 Firmware Update Version 2.03 and D780 Version 1.0.2 Released”

Confirmed : New Nikon Cameras Coming in 2021

Nikon did not introduce any new products at the 2021 CP+ event, but the company’s general manager, Mr. Satoshi Yamazaki was confirmed in the interview that we will meet the new Nikon products in 2021.

So you probably asking What is Nikon planning to compete against the rivals Canon and Sony? The impact of the new $6,500 Sony a1 camera is huge and there is also the amazing Canon EOS R5. We can expect Nikon to release Nikon Z8, Z9, Z1 cameras to compete with Sony a1, Canon EOS R5, Sony a7S III and more.

Nikon had several online presentations during the CP+ show, here are some exceprts of the main points. Continue reading “Confirmed : New Nikon Cameras Coming in 2021”

Ricoh Updates HD Pentax-FA 31mm f/1.8, 43mm f/1.9, 77mm f/1.8 Limited Lenses

Ricoh officially announced three new Pentax HD PENTAX-FA limited lenses for PENTAX K-mount DSLR cameras. These lenses are the HD Pentax-FA 31mm F1.8 Limited lens, HD Pentax-FA 43mm F1.9 Limited lens and HD Pentax-FA 77mm F1.8 Limited lens.

Three new Pentax HD PENTAX-FA limited lenses are now available for pre-order at B&H, Adorama. Shipping is scheduled to start in April 2021.

Pre-orders:

Pentax HD Pentax-FA 31mm f/1.8 Limited Lens: $1,049.95 at B&H, Adorama.

Pentax HD Pentax-FA 43mm f/1.9 Limited Lens: $599.95 at B&H, Adorama.

Pentax HD Pentax-FA 77mm f/1.8 Limited Lens: $799.95 at B&H, Adorama.

Continue reading “Ricoh Updates HD Pentax-FA 31mm f/1.8, 43mm f/1.9, 77mm f/1.8 Limited Lenses”

2022 Black Friday Camera & Lens Deals

Here are the best 2022 Black Friday Camera and Lens deals, sales, rebates, specials and discounts this holiday shopping season. If you are looking for the best 2022 Black Friday Camera and Lens deals here is an excellent buying guide for you!

We are getting ready for 2022 Holiday Camera Deals & Sales, along with Black Friday, Cyber Monday and Green Monday digital camera and photo gear deals. Here you can easily find all the best camera and lens deals & sales from the biggest online retailers, including DSLR Cameras, Mirrorless Cameras, Point & Shoot Compact Cameras, Sports & Action Cameras, Lenses, Drones, Camera Bags, Memory Cards, Speedlites, Camcorders, software and other accessories.

So, we’ve created the detailed saving page for every brand, including Canon, Nikon, Sony, Fujifilm, Olympus, Panasonic, Pentax, Leica, Sigma, Tamron, GoPro, DJI, Samyang/Rokinon, Tokina and Zeiss. All the pages (by brands) will be updated on a rolling basis, you can bookmark the page now, and check back later to find the latest Black Friday/Cyber Monday/Green Monday/Holiday deals. Continue reading “2022 Black Friday Camera & Lens Deals”

Three HD PENTAX-FA Limited Lenses & New Pentax K-1 Mark II J Limited 01 Camera Coming Soon

Three HD PENTAX-FA Limited lenses and a new Pentax K-1 Mark II J Limited 01 camera to be announced soon. Ricoh will soon announce three new HD PENTAX-FA Limited lenses and a new Pentax K-1 Mark II J Limited 01 camera.

Pentax K-1 Mark II J Limited 01 camera that will be announced at CP+ 2021 and will start shipping in late April. The new Mark II J Limited was described to have a “black & gold viridian scarlet rouge LX75 metallic”.

Additional pictures of the upcoming HD PENTAX-FA Limited lenses (will be available in black and silver): Continue reading “Three HD PENTAX-FA Limited Lenses & New Pentax K-1 Mark II J Limited 01 Camera Coming Soon”

Pentax K3 Mark III Launch Delayed Indefinitely

Ricoh announces its Pentax K-3 Mark III APS-C DSLR has been delayed due to a parts shortage, The K3 Mark III DSLR that was scheduled to be announced at Japan’s CP+ show on February 25 now delayed indefinitely.

Pentax was set to launch the camera during the CP+ 2021 event, which takes place between February 25 and 28. However, the launch of the camera has been delayed.

The K-3 Mark III camera will have a new 25.73MP APS-C CMOS image sensor. ISO will range from 100 all the way up to 1,600,000 and the camera will feature sensor-shift image stabilization. The Pentax K-3 price to be around $1,999. Pentax explains the situation in a development update, see below : Continue reading “Pentax K3 Mark III Launch Delayed Indefinitely”

Comparing Canon EOS-1D X II (20MP) vs Samsung Galaxy S21 (108MP)

Here is an interesting comparison which is asking how do the 20.2MP Canon EOS-1D X Mark II compare with the 108MP Samsung Galaxy S21?

The video review comes from Kevin Raposo, looks to how Canon’s previous flagship DSLR, compares to Samsung’s last generation smartphone. The EOS-1D X Mark II is currently selling at $4,499, the Galaxy S21 starts at $699. Here are some excerpts from this fun comparison : Continue reading “Comparing Canon EOS-1D X II (20MP) vs Samsung Galaxy S21 (108MP)”