Sony a7IV Firmware 2.01 and ZV-E1 Firmware 1.02 Updates Released

By Louis Ferreira | Published: September 29, 2023


Sony a7IV: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sony ZV-E1: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Sony a7IV Firmware 2.01 Benefits and Improvements Download Here

  • When updating from Ver. 1.01 or earlier, you need to update to Ver. 1.05 before proceeding with the Ver. 2.01 update. Only update to Ver. 2.01 after updating to Ver. 1.05. If you try to update to Ver. 2.01 without updating to Ver. 1.05, an error will occur and you will not be able to update.
    Note: After updating to Ver. 1.05, please update to the latest system software version.

Sony ZV-E1 Firmware 1.02 Benefits and Improvements Download Here

  • Fixes an issue where some movie metadata (Shutter Speed, Aperture, ISO, etc.) may not be recorded
  • Fixes an issue where JPEG files may not be enlarged and played
  • Fixes an issue where Switch V/H AF Area may not work correctly
  • Fixes a Creators’ App issue where the Auto Time Correction and Auto Area Adjustment features turn off
  • Improves the operational stability of the camera

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TTArtisan AF 35mm f/1.8 and TTArtisan AF 56mm f/1.8 For E/X/Z Mount

By Louis Ferreira | Published: September 28, 2023


TTArtisan has two autofocus lenses coming for E/X/Z mount. Its a shame they didn’t design these lenses with aperture rings.

  • TTArtisan AF 35mm F1.8 E/X/Z
    ・890 yuan
    ・October 6th
  • TTArtisan AF 56mm F1.8 E/X/Z
    ・Price undetermined
    ・Coming soon


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Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 and Sigma 10-18mm f/2.8 DC DN Contemporary Coming October 5th

By Louis Ferreira | Published: September 28, 2023

Sigma has a launch event on October 5th at 8 a.m. EST where they will announce the:

  • Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 for E/L-mount
  • Sigma 10-18mm f/2.8 DC DN  for X / E / L-mount

Sigma has been aggressively releasing lenses lately.

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Laowa Aurogon FF 10-50X NA0.5 Supermicro APO

By Louis Ferreira | Published: September 27, 2023


Laowa Aurogon FF 10-50X NA0.5 Supermicro APO covers full-frame and medium format sensors and can be directly use on cameras. It features seamlessly interchangeable magnification tubes, offering 10X, 20X, 35X, and 50X magnification options. The adjustable numerical aperture (NA) of this microscope lens ranges from 0.5 to 0.1, the high NA providing room for exceptional brightness and minimal diffraction. The lens is designed with a fixed 20mm long working distance, ensuring both flexibility and convenience for the lighting setup. Aurogon delivers high performance with APO design and outstanding resolution. It is your ultimate companion for diving into the microscopic realm. Get yours from Laowa today.

Specification 

Laowa Aurogon FF 10-50x NA0.5 Supermicro APO
Magnification10x20x35x50x
Adjustable numerical aperture（NA）0.5 / 0.45 /0.4 / 0.35 / 0.30 / 0.25 / 0.2 / 0.15
Working distance(mm)20
Maximum objective diameter(mm)50
Length of the objective lens(mm)167
Weight of objective lens(g)390
Aperture blades9
Wavelength ranger(nm)435-656
Maximum diameter of tube lens (mm)70707070
Length of tube lens (mm) (excluded cover)112163210253
Weight of tube lens（g）377444530609
Maximum distortion0.60%0.80%0.40%0.40%
Image field diameterFull frame (24mm×36mm)
Conjugate distance（mm）299.4370420.2465.1
MountPL / Canon EF / Nikon F / Sony E /
Canon RF / Nikon Z / L mount / GFX

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Sony Hacked Again‽

By Louis Ferreira | Published: September 26, 2023


It is being widely reported that Sony has been hacked again by a ransomware group. The file directory has been posted to Ransomed.vc, but it seems to be minimal so hopefully, the hack doesn’t impact many Sony customers, but the hackers have put the data up for sale. The hacking group also released a statement:

“We have successfully compromissed [sic] all of sony systems. We wont ransom them! we will sell the data. due to sony not wanting to pay. DATA IS FOR SALE,” the group adds, before declaring “WE ARE SELLING IT”.

Sony hasn’t acknowledged the hack yet, but the hacker group also seems to have a twisted sense of humor stating “In cases where payment is not received, we are obligated to report a Data Privacy Law violation to the GDPR agency!.” Ransomed.vc is an interesting site that claims to be a “secure solution for addressing data security vulnerabilities within companies” that also is “in strict compliance with GDPR and Data Privacy Laws” and they also have an affiliate program of all things.

I hope Sony addresses this hack soon because it really is not a good look to have various Sony fan sites reporting yet another big hack before Sony makes a statement. I have been aware of the potential hack for a few days now and was waiting for a statement from Sony, but since there is none and the reports have gone wide all I can do is provide the most complete coverage I can come across from cyber security sources.

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New 7Artisans 9mm f/5.6 ASPH

By Louis Ferreira | Published: September 25, 2023

7Artisans is expected to announce a new 9mm f/5.6 full-frame ultra-wide-angle on today for 2790 yuan. You can see the full specs below and the lens will be available from the 7Artisan store on Amazon soon.

Lens specifications
release dateSeptember 25, 2023Initial price2790 yuan
mountE/Z/RF/LMinimum shooting distance0.2m
formatfull sizeMaximum shooting magnificationnot clear
Focal length9mmFilter diameterincompatible
Lens configuration16 elements in 11 groupsImage stabilization–
open apertureF5.6Teleconference–
minimum apertureF22coatingnot clear
aperture blade5 sheets
Size, weight etc.
sizeφ70×86mmDustproof and splashproofincompatible
weight463gAFMF limited
othersNo electronic contacts/non-fisheye


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