Tag: L-mount

Panasonic Firmware Updates for Lumix S1, S1H, S1R, S5 and BGH1

Panasonic has announced major firmware updates for its LUMIX S Series full-frame mirrorless cameras DC-S1H (Ver.2.4), DC-S1 (Ver.2.0), DC-S1R (Ver.1.8), DC-S5 (Ver.2.2) and its Micro Four Thirds box-style mirrorless camera DC-BGH1 (Ver.2.0) to further enhance functions, performance and usability.

The firmware will be available to download from the LUMIX Global Customer Support Site according to the following time schedule: Continue reading “Panasonic Firmware Updates for Lumix S1, S1H, S1R, S5 and BGH1”

Panasonic unveils LUMIX S 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 MACRO OIS lens

Panasonic has announced a new telephoto lens, introducing the LUMIX S 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 MACRO OIS, which is priced at $1,249. Pre-order at Amazon, B&H, Adorama ($250 off).

The new LUMIX S 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 MACRO OIS is an L-mount lens for Panasonic’s full-frame Lumix S series cameras. Its construction is comprised of 17 elements in 11 groups, which includes one Ultra Extra-low Dispersion lens, two Extra-low Dispersion lenses and one Ultra-High Refractive element.

The Panasonic Lumix S 70-300mm has been on the Panasonic L-mount roadmap. See all current Panasonic L-mount lenses. Continue reading “Panasonic unveils LUMIX S 70-300mm F4.5-5.6 MACRO OIS lens”

Panasonic 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 OIS Lens Specs

Here are the leaked specifications of the Panasonic LUMIX S 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 OIS Lens. The official announcement will happen soon and it will be priced at $1,247 in the US. See all current Panasonic L-mount lenses.

The Panasonic Lumix S 70-300mm has been on the Panasonic L-mount roadmap for a while. See Panasonic 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 OIS Lens Specs below. Continue reading “Panasonic 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 OIS Lens Specs”

Panasonic Lumix S 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 OIS Lens Coming Soon

Panasonic to announce a new Lumix S 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 OIS mirrorless lens for L-mount. This telephoto zoom lens was spotted in the product listing of an online US retailer with a price of $1,247. The Panasonic Lumix S 70-300mm has been on the Panasonic L-mount roadmap for a while.  See all current Panasonic L-mount lenses. Continue reading “Panasonic Lumix S 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 OIS Lens Coming Soon”

First Tests of Sigma 35mm and 65mm f/2.0 FE Lenses

Here are the first tests of the Sigma 35mm and 65mm f/2.0 FE lenses. Marc Alhadeff from SonyAlpha.Blog tested both Sigma lenses. You can find the highlights to those tests below.

These Sigma 35mm and 62mm lenses are from the latest Sigma announcement. As you might remember three new full-frame mirrorless L-series premium compact prime lenses for Sony E-mount and L-mount bodies have been introduced. These Sigma lenses are 24mm f/3.5, 35mm f/2, 65mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary and will be available for sale through authorized US retailers in mid-January, 2021.

Check out the first tests of the Sigma 35mm and 65mm f/2.0 FE lenses.

2020 Black Friday & Cyber Monday Shopping

Pre-orders now available online :
Sigma 24mm f/3.5 at B&H Photo, Adorama
Sigma 35mm f/2.0 at B&H Photo, Adorama
Sigma 65mm f/2.0 at B&H Photo, Adorama Continue reading “First Tests of Sigma 35mm and 65mm f/2.0 FE Lenses”

Additional Coverage on Leica SL2-S Camera

Leica has announced the SL2-S, its third full-frame L-mount camera. Designed for stills and video, Leica SL2-S features a new 24mp BSI CMOS sensor, and 4K CINE video recording. Here is an additional coverage of the new Leica SL2-S camera including reviews, samples and hands-on videos.

Camerasize posted the size comparison between the Leica SL2 vs Leica SL2-S cameras. Leica also released “Henri” Cinematographer’s viewfinder for pairing the new SL2-S with PL, LPL lenses. Leica SL2-S initial review can be found at Dpreview. Of course as usual they have posted What you need to know about the Leica SL2-S and sample photos.

Leica SL2-S: $4,895 at B&H, Adorama. Continue reading “Additional Coverage on Leica SL2-S Camera”

Leica SL2-S Full-frame Mirrorless Camera Announced, Price $4,895

Leica has announced the new Leica SL2-S full-frame mirrorless camera, designed for both stills and video. The new Leica SL2-S is the company’s third full-frame L-mount camera, and is the most video-focused yet.

The camera features a 24mp BSI CMOS sensor, unlimited 4K CINE (10-bit) video recording, and a 4GB buffer to allow for longer continuous shooting at 25fps. There’s also built-in in-body image stabilisation, a multi-shot mode to allow 96mp images to be taken, and weather-sealing.

The US price is $4,895, and it is now available for pre-order at B&H. Continue reading “Leica SL2-S Full-frame Mirrorless Camera Announced, Price $4,895”

First Leica SL2-S Specifications Leaked, Price to be $4,895

First Leica SL2-S Specifications have been leaked on the web. The new Leica SL2-S camera is rumored to cost $4,895, $1,100 cheaper than the current Leica SL2. It will be a “small” version of the SL2 with a 24MP CMOS sensor.

The official announcement is expected by the end of the month. Here are the first specifications of the upcoming Leica SL2-S mirrorless camera: Continue reading “First Leica SL2-S Specifications Leaked, Price to be $4,895”

Sigma 24mm f/3.5, 35mm f/2, 65mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary Lenses for E-mount and L-mount

Sigma announced three new full-frame mirrorless L-series premium compact prime lenses for Sony E-mount and L-mount bodies. These Sigma lenses are 24mm f/3.5, 35mm f/2, 65mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary and will be available for sale through authorized US retailers in mid-January, 2021.

All three lenses have aperture rings and by-wire manual focus dials, and are driven by stepping motors. They all come with both metal lens caps that attach magnetically and with conventional plastic pinch-type lens caps. Sigma will offer a magnetic lens cap holder that’s attached to a carabiner. All three lenses.

2020 Black Friday & Cyber Monday Shopping

Pre-orders now available online :
Sigma 24mm f/3.5 at B&H Photo, Adorama
Sigma 35mm f/2.0 at B&H Photo, Adorama
Sigma 65mm f/2.0 at B&H Photo, Adorama Continue reading “Sigma 24mm f/3.5, 35mm f/2, 65mm f/2 DG DN Contemporary Lenses for E-mount and L-mount”

Panasonic S 85mm f/1.8 Lens Announced

Panasonic unveiled a new large-aperture medium-telephoto fixed focal length lens. enhances portrait photography with its beautiful bokeh effect.

Based on the L-Mount system for the LUMIX S Series full-frame mirrorless camera, Panasonic is going to release four F1.8 large-aperture lenses as previously announced, and this 85mm F1.8 is the first one. These four F1.8 lenses feature common size and position of control parts to provide practical advantage in use, for example, when the camera is on a gimbal, it is easy to exchange lenses quickly with minimum adjustment of connected gears. Filters can also be used in common thanks to the same diameter. Boasting high mobility realized by its compact size and light weight, the LUMIX S 85mm F1.8 is also suitable for stills.

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