Thypoch Simera 28mm f/1.4 and 35mm f/1.4 Now Available


The Thypoch Simera 28mm and 35mm f/1.4 can now be preordered.

Thypoch Will Announce Three New Lenses For (Z/E/X/RF) Mounts

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Thypoch Will Announce Three New Lenses For (Z/E/X/RF) Mounts

On May 14th Thypoch will announce Z/E/X/RF Mount versions of their Simera 35 f/1.4 and 28mm f/1.4 lenses. This will be followed by the announcement of a 75mm Cine version of a lens from the Simera line.

Details:

  • The new lenses will be $120 cheaper than the M-mount versions, priced at $579
  • A crescent-shaped focus tab will replace the infinity lock for convenience
  • Removal of subtle resistance at 0.7m and closer
  • The optics performance stays the same as the M-mount version

Thypoch Lenses can be found at B&H Photo and Amazon.

Thypoch Lenses Are Coming To E-Mount With A Unique Depth-of-Field Indicator

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Nextorage NX-A1PRO & NX-A1SE Fastest CFexpress Type A Card Available Today


Nextorage NX-A1PRO: Amazon
Nextorage NX-A1SE: Amazon

Nextorage CFexpress Type A NX-A1PRO Series:

  • Best-in-class read and write speeds of up to 950 MB/s and 950 MB/s, respectively [1] [2]
  • Minimum continuous write speed of 850 MB/s for high-speed continuous shooting [1] [2]
  • Stable high-speed continuous shooting and movie recording with our unique low power consumption technology
  • VPG400 compatible

Nextorage CFexpress Type A NX-A1SE Series:

  • Best-in-class read up to 950 MB/s[1] , write up to 950 MB/s[1]
  • High-capacity lineup for long-time video recording
  • VPG200 compatible

The NX-A1PRO series is a CFexpress Type A memory card for professional users who handle high-speed continuous shooting and high bit-rate video.

Best-in-class write/read speeds.

The maximum transfer rate of 950 MB/s for both write and read, the highest level in its class, and the minimum continuous write speed of 850 MB/s are achieved. [1] [3] The number of consecutive shots possible during high-speed continuous shooting has been increased, and the buffer memory release time has been shortened. This reduces the number of missed shots at the desired moment.

Dynamic Auto Power Save, a unique low-power consumption technology that stabilizes video recording.

Nextorage’s unique power saving technology, “Dynamic Auto Power Save,” reduces power consumption by up to 88% compared to the case without. In addition to reducing power consumption during video recording, thermal throttling* is also suppressed by reducing the temperature rise of the card itself. (*Thermal throttling: a control function that attenuates the transfer rate to prevent thermal runaway). This enables stable video recording. It also reduces the camera’s battery consumption, which contributes to extending the available shooting time.

VPG400 compliant, as required for professional video shooting.

All capacities comply with the Video Performance Guarantee VPG400 (minimum guaranteed continuous write speed: 400 MB/s). It has the specifications required for professional video recording.

Abundant lineup of capacities for various applications

80 GB/160 GB capacity lineup for high-speed continuous shooting of still images and VPG200 for video shooting requiring. High capacity 320 GB/640 GB available. The CFexpress Type A is now available to professional users who have not yet used the CFexpress Type A. We want our customers to experience the performance of our 40GB capacity at an affordable price.

The NX-A1SE series is a CFexpress Type A memory card for video creators who shoot long, high-quality videos.

Best-in-class write/read speeds.

Achieves a class-leading maximum write/read transfer rate of 950 MB/s. [1] Reduces data transfer time after shooting.

High-capacity lineup for long-time video recording

The high-capacity lineup of 480 GB,960 GB and 1,920 GB supports long-time movie recording, and is ideal for switching from SD cards, as it dramatically improves shooting time and data transfer speeds compared to SDXC UHS-II memory cards.

VPG200 compliant for stable, high quality video recording

All capacities comply with the Video Performance Guarantee VPG200 (guaranteed minimum continuous write speed: 200 MB/s). It has the specifications required for professional video recording.

Durability

  • Both the NX-A1PRO and NX-A1SE series are durable and come with a 5-year warranty in accordance with CompactFlash Association regulations.
  • Heat resistance: -10 °C to 70 °C (guaranteed operating temperature)
  • Shock resistance (EIA-364-27A compliant)
  • X-ray resistant (ISO7816-1 compliant)
  • UV resistant (ISO7816-1 compliant)
  • Magnetic resistance (based on Nextorage’s own testing)
  • Electrostatic resistance (conforms to IEC 61000-4-2)

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LAOWA FFII T/S 55mm F2.8 Macro 1:1, LAOWA FFII T/S 100mm F2.8 Macro 1:1, and LAOWA FFII 15mm F5.0 Cookie


Laowa has made some great lenses over the years and now they are releasing some very interesting lenses including tilt-shift lenses. You can find Laowa lenses Directly or from B&H Photo and Amazon.

LAOWA FFII T/S 55mm F2.8 Macro 1:1

  • Format: Full size
  • Mount: GFX/E/R/Z/L
  • Focal length: 55mm
  • Aperture value: F2.8-T22
  • Aperture blades: 15 pieces
  • Lens configuration: 14 elements in 11 groups
  • Shortest shooting distance: 0.27m
  • Maximum shooting magnification: 1x
  • Filter diameter: 77mm
  • Size: φ168.5×85mm
  • Weight: 1345g
  • Dustproof and splashproof:-
  • AF: MF limited
  • Image stabilization:-
  • Other functions:
    – Aperture ring
    – ±12mm shift
    – ±10° tilt
    – 360° revolving in 15° increments
    – 90° rotatable tilt/shift

LAOWA FFII T/S 100mm F2.8 Macro 1:1

  • Format: Full size
  • Mount: GFX/E/R/Z/L
  • Focal length: 100mm
  • Aperture value: F2.8-T22
  • Aperture blades: 15 pieces
  • Lens configuration: 13 elements in 11 groups
  • Shortest shooting distance: 0.32m
  • Maximum shooting magnification: 1x
  • Filter diameter: 77mm
  • Size: φ162×85mm
  • Weight: 1215g
  • Dustproof and splashproof:-
  • AF: MF limited
  • Image stabilization:-
  • Other functions:
    – Aperture ring
    – ±12mm shift
    – ±10° tilt
    – 360° revolving in 15° increments


LAOWA FFII 15mm F5.0 Cookie

  • Format: Full size
  • Mount: M/E/RF/Z/L
  • Focal length: 15mm
  • Aperture value: F5-F22
  • Aperture blade: pieces
  • Lens composition: 2 aspherical lenses, 4 ED lenses, 3 high refractive index lenses
  • Shortest shooting distance: 0.12m
  • Maximum shooting magnification: 0.2x
  • Filter diameter: 39mm
  • Size: φ67.1×42mm
  • Weight: 160g
  • Dustproof and splashproof: unknown
  • AF:MF
  • Image stabilization:-
  • Other functions:
    ・Electronic contacts

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Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 Mark II Announcement Coming May 16th

Sigma will announce the Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 Mark II on May 16th.

SIGMA 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN Art (Gen1): B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

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Sigma 70mm f/2.8 DG Macro Art Discontinued


Sigma 70mm f/2.8 DG Macro Art: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

The Sigma 70mm f/2.8 DG Macro Art is showing up as discontinued overseas and it is also discontinued on B&H Photo and Adorama is out of stock, but if you really want one of the last new Sigma 70mm f/2.8 DG Macro Art lenses Amazon has some left.

  • Camera Kitamura: Available for purchase other than SA mount
  • Map camera: SA/E mount discontinued product
  • Bic Camera: Available for purchase other than SA mount
  • Yodobashi Camera: SA mount and E mount are discontinued

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