Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.8 FE Now Available on Amazon and B&H Photo


The Viltrox 16mm f/1.8 FE can now be ordered from B&H Photo and Amazon.

High-Resolution Ultra-Wide Prime Lens
Featuring an ultra-wide angle of view for Sony E-mount full-frame cameras, the Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.8 FE Lens is an ideal choice for a wide variety of photographic pursuits, including landscape and architecture photography, astrophotography, and creative videography requiring close-up capabilities with expansive backgrounds.

Outstanding Optics
A large-aperture high-resolution prime, the Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.8 FE offers outstanding edge-to-edge sharpness with soft and natural bokeh. Engineered for photo and video applications, this robust and lightweight lens is equally adept for photographers and videographers alike. 4 ED (Extra-low Dispersion) and 3 aspherical elements combine to achieve outstanding sharpness, while also reducing sagital coma flare, which distorts the shapes of stars. The optical design also minimizes ghosting and flare when shooting starry skies and long exposure night scenes.

Intelligent and Rugged Design
Easy-to-access aperture switch enabling clicked and de-clicked operation. When switched to OFF, the stepless aperture mode quietly facilitates smooth depth-of-field transitions during video shooting.
Built-in AF/MF switch for quickly alternating between autofocus and manual focus modes.
Fn1 and Fn2 custom buttons allow for rapid access to key functions with select Sony cameras.
Sophisticated LCD screen displays important shooting information including object distance, Fn icons, and aperture identification.
An all-metal body and brass bayonet mount for a professional and reliable connection to Sony E-mount camera bodies.
Dust-proof and water-resistant design for use in adverse weather conditions.
USB-C interface for firmware upgrades.
Compatible with 77mm filters for optional widely available landscape filters.

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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 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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DXO: Sony a7RV Sensor Score


Sony a7RV:B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama

DXO published its Sony a7RV score and to no one’s surprise, the camera did quite well with an overall score of 100 and a top score for landscape dynamic range. You can view the full article here or check out the excerpts below:

As the latest iteration, the Sony A7R V has too many improvements to list here… While there are a few differences in the sensor output in terms of color depth and dynamic range at various ISO settings, the modifications are marginal…

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LensTips: Samyang AF 24-70mm F2.8 FE Review

Samyang AF 24-70mm f/2.8 FE:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Samyang Lens Station:
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Lens Tips published its full Samyang AF 24-70mm F2.8 FE review which you can read here. You can also check out the pros/cons below.

Pros:

  • good image quality in the frame centre,
  • sensible image quality on the edge of the frame at the shortest focal length,
  • slight lateral chromatic aberration,
  • properly corrected spherical aberration,
  • moderate astigmatism,
  • low vignetting on the APS-C sensor,
  • silent, efficient and quite accurate autofocus,
  • competitive price.

Cons:

  • weak image quality on the edge of the frame at longer focal lengths,
  • a bit of problems with longitudinal chromatic aberration,
  • noticeable distortion with moustache deformation elements,
  • too high coma.

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Sony Savings Sunday Big Savings Return


Camera Bodies
Sony a7IVa Save $200: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
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Lenses
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Sony E PZ 10-20mm F4.0 G OSS Save $100:
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Voigtlander APO-LANTHAR 35mm f/2 (Save $200):
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Sony 1920GB and 960GB CFexpress Type A TOUGH Now Available


CFexpress Type A memory card “CEA-M series”
Left: “CEA-M1920T” (1920GB), Right: “CEA-M960T” (960GB)

Sony 1920GB CFexpress Type A TOUGH:
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Sony 960GB CFexpress Type A TOUGH:
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Released “CEA-M1920T” (1920GB) and “CEA-M960T” (960GB) of the new “CEA-M Series” for CFexpress Type A memory cards that enable high-capacity and stable video recording
Sony will release the “CEA-M Series” as a new series of CFexpress Type A memory cards featuring long-time recording with high capacity. This series offers two types of VPG (Video Performance Guarantee) compliant CFexpress Type A memory cards, the world’s highest capacity *1 1920GB “CEA-M1920T” and 960GB “CEA-M960T”. The “TOUGH” specifications, which are shock-resistant and can be used safely even in harsh environments such as rain and dust, strongly support professional photography.

Product nametype namerelease dateprice
CFexpress Type A memory card『CEA-M1920T』(1920GB)June 16, 2023Open price
『CEA-M960T』(960GB)

<Main features>

1. High capacity for peace of mind even when shooting for long periods of time

As a VPG-compliant CFexpress Type A memory card, it has a high capacity of 1920GB and 960GB, which is the world’s largest *1 . Even in environments where immediate backup is not possible, you can shoot long-time video recording such as XAVC S 4K 60p video without worrying about card capacity* 2 .

2. VPG200 compliant to support stable video recording

It conforms to the VPG200 standard, which guarantees stable video recording at 200MB/s, and can stably record large amounts of data. For example, even when shooting at a high bit rate of XAVC SI 4K, you can record for a long time without worrying about dropping frames.

3. Protecting captured data with highly waterproof and dustproof “TOUGH specifications” and recovery software

It is highly resistant to water, breakage, and dropping, and is highly resistant to rain and dust, so it can be used safely even in harsh environments. In addition, free computer software such as “Media Scan Utility” *3 for diagnosing the status of the card’s built-in flash memory and “Memory Card File Rescue” *4 for recovering accidentally deleted image data is available. Protect important shooting data.

*1 As of June 1, 2023, when announced.
*2 When shooting still images, compared to the Sony CFexpress Type A memory card CEA-G series, the number of images that can be continuously shot during high-speed continuous shooting in RAW format will be lower, and the buffer release will take longer. Please refer to the support page for details. https://www.sony.net/dics/cfea_spec/
*3 A compatible card reader “MRW-G2” is required to diagnose CFexpress Type A memory cards. Diagnosis is not possible with a direct connection to a third-party reader or camera.
*4 We do not guarantee restoration of all data.

 

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Sigma 14mm f/1.4 DG DN | Art Coming June 8th at 8:00AM

The Sigma Sigma 14mm f/1.4 DG DN | Art that was first leaked here will be announced on June 8th at 8:00AM.

  • 14mm F1.4 DG DN | Art
  • Lens construction: 19 elements in 15 groups (3 FLD glass elements, 1 SLD glass element, 4 aspherical lenses)
  • Shortest shooting distance: 30cm
  • Maximum magnification: 1:11.9
  • Number of aperture blades: 11 (circular aperture)
  • Size: 101.4 x 149.9mm (151.9mm for E-mount version)
  • Weight: 1170g (1160g for E-mount version)
  • Cover-type lens cap: LC1014-01
  • Tripod socket: TS-141
  • Guide plate: GP-11

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