Meike 85mm f/1.4, 55mm f/1.4, and 50mm f/1.8 Announced


Meike announced three AF lenses for mirrorless cameras the AF 85mm F1.4 E/Z, AF 55mm F1.4 X/Z, and AF 50mm F1.8 Z. They also plan to announce multiple f/1.4 and f/18 lenses for full frame and APS-C.

Meike’s next new product, the 85mm f/1.4 STM full-frame autofocus lens, is available in white and black models. It adopts an optical structure of 13 elements in 8 groups, a 77mm filter mount, 12 aperture blades, and a minimum focusing distance of 0.98m. It has manual/automatic capabilities. Switch button, custom button, weighing about 800g, first launched with Sony E-mount and Nikon Z-mount, Canon RF mount, and L-mount. It is expected to be less than 3,000 and will be launched in late September.

Meike lenses can be purchased from their store on Amazon.

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CineD: SIRUI Sniper Series f/1.2 AF Lenses For E/X/Z Mount

CineD had a behind-closed-doors interview with SIRUI for a new lens series the SIRUI Sniper series that comes in E/X/Z mount. The lenses will be f/1.2 AF lenses with focal lengths of 23mm, 35mm, and 56mm with two more coming next year.

All of the lenses will take a 58mm front filter thread. They will come in black and white with a white finish that feels and looks like ceramic. They will be very light at around 400g and carbon fiber is used in its construction. The close focus distance of the lenses is 30cm for the 23mm, 40cm for the 35mm, and 60cm for the 56mm.

There is no final pricing at this time for the lenses but the estimated price is around 350 Euros and the lenses will be available in November 2023 individually or as a set. Unfortunately, they are talking about running a crowdfunding campaign for this series on Indigogo, which can be kind of annoying.

Sirui 24mm F2.8 Anamorphic 1.33X: Amazon / Adorama / B&H Photo 
Sirui 50mm F1.8 Anamorphic 1.33X:
 Amazon / Adorama / B&H Photo
Sirui 75mm F1.8 Anamorphic 1.33X: Amazon / Adorama / B&H Photo
SIRUI 1.25x Anamorphic Adapter: Amazon / B&H Photo

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Sony a7III Discontinued Overseas


The Sony a7III is now discontinued overseas, but there is still some stock left in the US if you want one. B&H Photo is out of stock, but Amazon / Adorama still have some cameras left.

Sony a7IV: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sony a7III: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

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Large New Sony CFexpress Type B Touch Memory Cards Announced


Sony just announced two new larger CFexpress Type B Touch memory cards that can be preordered from B&H Photo. The new cards are the 1920GB and 960GB.

Offering both strength and speed, the 1920GB CFexpress Type B TOUGH Memory Card from Sony provides fast read speeds up to 1850 MB/s as well as write speeds up to 1750 MB/s that won’t drop below 400 MB/s, thanks to the VPG-400 spec. This quick performance benefits recording a variety of video resolutions, bit-rates, and compressions, including 8K30p and 6K60p, as well as high-resolution continuous raw photo shooting. Beyond its speed, this TOUGH memory card also has a reinforced physical design to withstand drops from up to 16.4′ and has been rigidity tested to 70 N of force. It’s also resistant to extreme temperatures of -13 to 185°, X-rays, electricity, and UV rays. Two shock-resistant thermal diffusion sheets help absorb shock and dissipate heat. Offering further protection, File Rescue recovery software can be downloaded for recovering lost or even accidentally deleted files and Media Scan Utility can be used to automatically scan CFexpress cards and inform you of the flash memory condition.

Please note that the MRW-G1 card reader (sold separately) is required to diagnose CFexpress cards. Other manufacturers’ readers or a direct connection to the camera may not be used.

Stable Recording Backed by VPG-400 Certification
This card is VPG-400 certified, ensuring consistent recording of high bit rate video on compatible cinema and interchangeable-lens cameras. It even supports the X-OCN LT compressed raw format for internal recording, such as 8K30p and 6K60p, on the CX96800.

High Capacity for Extended Recording of High Bit Rate Video
The 1920GB capacity enables longer recording of high bit rate video in cameras including the CineAlta BURANO, so there’s no need to worry about card capacity. This card may also be used for still images.

Quick and User-Friendly Readout, Even with Backup of High Volume Data
High-speed performance with maximum read and write speeds of 1850 MB/s and 1750 MB/s, respectively, enable efficient data backup after shooting.

Highly Durable Card with 5x Greater Drop Strength and 3x Greater Bendability
This card is designed to be strong and rugged enough to withstand pressures up to 70 N. That’s approximately three times stronger than the CFexpress Type B card standard, protecting photo data from damage caused by frequent insertion and removal of cards when shooting, and from shocks incurred through dropping and other types of stress.

Designed to Dissipate Heat While Video Is Being Recorded
The space between the IC components and the substrate receives an underfill so they adhere to one another, which improves connection reliability. Sandwiching the substrate between two shock-resistant thermal diffusion sheets on the top and bottom creates shock absorption, while at the same time enhancing heat dissipation. This reduces temperature rise, which can be an obstacle to high-speed data transfer.

Reliable in Various Conditions
With specs to withstand a drop from 16.4′ plus resistance to extreme temperatures, X-rays, static electricity, and UV rays, this card can be used in harsh environments.

Media Scan Utility – Media Memory Diagnostic Software
Sony’s Media Scan Utility desktop app diagnoses the state of the flash memory in memory cards. This free download, when installed on a computer, automatically diagnoses supported memory cards when they are mounted. A warning will be displayed when the number of read/write cycles approaches the card’s limit.

Media Card File Rescue – Data Recovery Software
Sony’s Memory Card File Rescue is a free desktop app that can recover accidentally deleted image data on memory cards.

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Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 G2 Preorders Started


The Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 G2 can now be preordered from B&H Photo.

Key Features
  • Full-Frame | f/2.8 to f/22
  • Fast, Compact Mid-Range Zoom
  • Vibration Compensation IS
  • VXD Linear Motor Focus Mechanism
  • Moisture-Resistant Construction
  • Fluorine Coating

Designed for full-frame Sony E-mount cameras, the Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 Lens expands the capabilities of its mid-range telephoto zoom, and is now outfitted with Vibration Compensation image stabilization, improved compatibility with high-speed and high-precision autofocus, plus support for the Tamron Lens Utility software and the Lens Utility Mobile app. The optical design has new levels of image quality across the entire zoom range. The lens is compact, lightweight, easy to handle, and allows you to shoot with greater stability. The construction is moisture-resistant for worry-free use in wet weather, and the fluorine-coated front element protects against fingerprints and smudging.

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First Viltrox AF 135mm f/1.8 LAB Lens Image Found


The first image of the Viltrox AF 135mm f/1.8 LAB has been found and it’s on a Sony BURANO 8K CineAlta camera. Viltrox only recently made us aware of LAB lenses during an interview where it was revealed that LAB lenses are above Viltrox’s already excellent Pro line of lenses.

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VILTROX 85mm f/1.8 II: B&H Photo / Amazon
VILTROX 56mm f/1.4: B&H Photo / Amazon
VILTROX 33mm f/1.4: B&H Photo / Amazon
VILTROX 23mm f/1.4: B&H Photo / Amazon
VILTROX 16mm f/1.8: B&H Photo / Amazon
VILTROX 13mm f/1.4: B&H Photo / Amazon

Viltrox 50mm f/1.8: B&H Photo / Amazon
Viltrox 35mm f/1.8: B&H Photo / Amazon
Viltrox 24mm f/1.8: B&H Photo / Amazon

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