Tag: Mirrorless

5 Best Full-Frame Cameras for Beginners

Looking for the best full-frame cameras for beginners? Full-frame cameras offer superior image quality, better low-light performance, and greater depth of field control, making them ideal for photography enthusiasts stepping up from crop-sensor models. Whether you’re into portraits, landscapes, or video, choosing the right camera can significantly improve your skills.

In this guide, we’ll explore the top 5 best full-frame cameras for beginners, considering ease of use, features, and affordability. Brands like Canon, Sony, Nikon, and Panasonic offer excellent entry-level full-frame options with intuitive controls, reliable autofocus, and high-resolution sensors. These cameras provide room for growth, ensuring you won’t outgrow your gear too quickly.

If you’re ready to upgrade to full-frame photography, keep reading to find the perfect camera that matches your budget and needs. Let’s dive into the best beginner-friendly full-frame cameras available today!

In our pursuit of value, we consider both DSLRs and mirrorless cameras. Canon, Nikon, Pentax, Sony, Panasonic, and Sigma offer a plethora of options in these formats, all of which are represented in our recommendations. Continue reading “5 Best Full-Frame Cameras for Beginners”

Leica M11-D Officially Announced, Priced $9,395, Available for Pre-Order

Leica revealed the M11-D, a screen-less version of 2022’s M11, a 60-megapixel M-mount digital rangefinder camera. 

The company says the lack of a display will help users focus on “the elementary aspects of pictorial design such as composition, aperture, shutter speed and ISO.”

Underneath the display-less back plate, though, the M11-D is still a modern digital camera. It has a 60MP sensor, with enough cache to shoot five full-resolution images per second, 256GB of internal storage, and the ability to use UHS-II SD cards up to 2TB in size. The camera also includes Bluetooth and Wi-Fi that you can use to connect it to a smartphone, and USB-C for data transfer and charging.

Leica M11-D camera is $9395 and available at Adorama | B&HPhoto.

Key Features

  • The Leica M11-D Digital Camera Body is a formidable addition to the M-mount series, blending the art of classic photography with digital technology. The M11-D brings Leica back to basics with minimal modern controls whilst maintaining a powerful full-frame BSI CMOS sensor. The Maestro III engine powers impressive Triple Resolution Technology, capable of capturing stunning 60/36/18MP images.
  • Compact digital rangefinder system camera without display
  • Iconic, unobtrusive, no-logo design
  • Made in Germany
  • Seamlessly connect to Leica FOTOS
  • 256 GB internal memory
  • USB-C-port Certified “Made for iPhone and iPad”
  • New ISO Dial design on back of camera
  • Lighter aluminum top plate and scratch-resistant finish
  • Based off of M11-P with 60 MP Triple-Resolution Sensor & Maestro III Processor (60 / 36 / 18 MP)
  • Supports Leica Content Credentials
  • Compatible with Leica Visoflex 2 for Live View
  • Customizable controls & advanced connectivity via Leica FOTOS App:
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Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4 Lens Available for Pre-order

The new Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4 Lens is now available for pre-order at $596.95.

With a natural wide angle of view and a bright maximum aperture, the NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4 Lens is a storyteller’s walkaround lens. Lightweight and easy to carry, the lens brings low-light versatility, shallow depth of field, and edge-to-edge clarity to photo and video applications in any environment.

The lens, weighing 415g (14.7oz) and measuring 75 x 87mm (3.0 x 3.4″), accepts 62mm filters and is expected to be available in mid-July at a price of $599.95.

Check Nikon NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4 lens pricing and availability at:

Adorama Camera currently has several hot refurbished deals on Nikon cameras and lenses. Some of these products are lowest price online ever.

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Tamron 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD Lens for Nikon Z mount

Tamron has introduced the 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD Lens, a versatile super-telephoto zoom designed for Nikon Z-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras. This lens offers a wide focal range from 50mm to 400mm, making it ideal for a variety of photography, including landscapes, wildlife, sports, and portraits. Despite its extensive zoom capabilities, the lens maintains a compact and lightweight design for easier portability.

The lens features VC (Vibration Compensation) for stable handheld shooting, even at longer focal lengths. It also includes VXD (Voice-coil eXtreme-torque Drive) technology, providing fast, accurate, and quiet autofocus, suitable for both stills and video. The optical construction includes specialized elements to reduce aberrations and deliver high-resolution, sharp images across the zoom range. Additionally, the lens has a minimum focusing distance of 0.25m (9.8 inches) at 50mm, making it versatile for close-up shots. This makes the Tamron 50-400mm an excellent all-in-one lens for diverse shooting scenarios.

This new lens costs $1,299, available for pre-order at B&H/ Adorama. Continue reading “Tamron 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD Lens for Nikon Z mount”

Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM II Lens Announced, Priced $1,798

Sony has announced the FE 85mm F1.4 GM II, an updated version of its popular portrait lens. This second-generation G Master lens features improved optical performance, delivering exceptional sharpness and smooth bokeh.

With an f/1.4 aperture, the lens excels in low-light conditions and offers beautiful subject-background separation. The redesigned optics include XA (extreme aspherical) elements to minimize aberrations and enhance image quality. Additionally, Sony has improved the autofocus speed and precision, making it more suitable for fast-moving subjects in both photography and videography. Weighing less than its predecessor, the FE 85mm F1.4 GM II offers premium performance in a more compact and lightweight build.

This new lens costs $1,798, first available for pre-order at B&H/ Adorama. Continue reading “Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM II Lens Announced, Priced $1,798”

Best Nikon Z Lenses for Portrait Photography

When it comes to portrait photography, having the right lens is just as important as having the right camera. For Nikon Z-series mirrorless camera users, there are a variety of lenses that offer exceptional performance for capturing stunning portraits. From fast primes that deliver creamy background blur to versatile zoom lenses with outstanding image quality, Nikon’s Z-mount lens lineup offers something for every portrait photographer. In this blog post, we will explore some of the best Nikon Z lenses for portrait photography, detailing their unique features and how they excel in capturing striking, beautiful portraits. Continue reading “Best Nikon Z Lenses for Portrait Photography”

Best Memory Cards for Fujifilm X-T50

Best memory cards for Fujifilm X-T50, including UHS-I SD models. Here are our top recommended & fastest SD cards for Fujifilm X100VI compact camera.

The Fujifilm X-T50 has a single memory card slot that supports ultra-fast UHS-II SD cards. Moreover, boasting a 40.2MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 5 HR Sensor and X-Processor 5 Image Processor, the Fujifilm X-T50 facilitates 6.2K/30P, 4K/60P, FHD/240P, 4:2:2 10-bit video recording. For optimal performance, particularly during high-resolution video capture, it is strongly advised to opt for fast V90 UHS-II SD cards from the compatible options list.

Without further ado, let’s delve into our top recommended SD cards for the Fujifilm X-T50 mirrorless camera. Continue reading “Best Memory Cards for Fujifilm X-T50”

Nikon’s New NIKKOR Z 28-400mm f/4-8 VR Superzoom Lens

The Nikkor Z 28-400mm F4-8 VR is a high-magnification zoom lens that covers a broad range of focal lengths, from 28mm to 400mm. Users will appreciate the versatility and powerful capabilities of the 14.2× zoom.

The Nikkor Z 28-400mm F4-8 VR is available at a  suggested retail price of $1,299. You can pre-order this lens at B&HPhoto / Adorama/Amazon. See Additional information and Sample photos. Continue reading “Nikon’s New NIKKOR Z 28-400mm f/4-8 VR Superzoom Lens”

Nikon Unveils Major Firmware Update For The Z 9

Nikon unveils firmware version 5.00, a notable update for the full-frame mirrorless Nikon Z 9 camera. This is a major firmware update version 5.0.0 for the Nikon Z9 mirrorless camera.  The latest update brings several fixes to the video and stills options of the camera. See below for details. Continue reading “Nikon Unveils Major Firmware Update For The Z 9”

Leica SL3 Mirrorless Full-Frame System Camera Now Available

Leica Camera has announced the launch of the long-awaited mirrorless, full-frame SL3; an update to their already impressive SL2. The US price is $6,995 and it is now available for pre-order at B&H, Adorama.

In 2015, Leica Camera introduced the SL-System, uniquely combining the two worlds of photography and videography. From the beginning, Leica has focused on partnering with its users and the photographic community to ensure that their products achieve exceptional standards. The result is a system which meets the highest requirements in image quality, manufacturing quality, and ease of handling. Now, the long-established company presents the next generation of the mirrorless full-frame system: the Leica SL3.

The rigorous demands of professional photographers have long served as a benchmark and inspiration for the development of the system, in particular the Leica SL3.The result is an extremely versatile camera, offering unprecedented image quality in both photography and videography. The SL3 combines state-of-the-art technology, extraordinary design, and masterly manufacturing quality – more compact, lighter, and even more user-friendly than its preceding model. The new functions of the Leica SL3 are based on an ongoing dialogue with professionals, which is highly valued and cultivated by the company in the ever-changing world of photography.

At the core of the Leica SL3, you can find the BSI CMOS full-frame sensor with Triple Resolution Technology, which is safely protected in a solid all-metal body with elegant leather. To meet a variety of photographic requirements, the sensor records raw files in DNG or JPEG format with a resolution of either 60, 36 or 18 MP. In each case, the full sensor surface is used. Together with the dynamic range expanded to 15 f-stops and the impressive ISO range from 50 to 100,000, the SL3 delivers remarkably detailed images in outstanding quality – in all light conditions. With phase detection (PDAF), depth mapping (Object Detection AF), and contrast recognition (Contrast Detection AF), the innovative autofocus system of the SL3 combines the strengths of three technologies to create razor-sharp pictures even in dim light. In addition, intelligent subject recognition supports the photography of dynamic scenes. Continue reading “Leica SL3 Mirrorless Full-Frame System Camera Now Available”