Sigma 17mm, 23mm, 50mm Lenses Coming to E-Mount and 150-600mm F5-6.3 OS, 150-700mm F5-6.3 OS Patents

By Louis Ferreira | Published: February 15, 2023


Sigma makes some great glass and asobinet leaked three lenses that are coming to E-mount this year along with interesting patents for a Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 OS and 150-700mm F5-6.3 OS that are probably related to the Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports.

17mm f/4 DG DN | Contemporary Full Frame

  • Lens construction: 9 elements in 8 groups
  • Shortest shooting distance: 12cm
  • Maximum magnification: 1:3.6
  • Filter diameter: 55mm
  • Size: φ64.0mm x 48.8mm (50.8mm for E-mount version)
  • Weight: 225g (220g for E-mount version)
  • Magnetic metal cap

50mm f/2 DG DN | Contemporary Full Frame

  • Lens construction: 11 elements in 9 groups
  • Shortest shooting distance: 45cm
  • Maximum magnification: 1:6.9
  • Filter diameter: 58mm
  • Size: φ70.0 x 68.0mm (70.0mm for E-mount version)
  • Weight: 350g (345g for E-mount version)
  • Compatible with magnetic metal caps

23mm f/1.4 DC DN | Contemporary APS-C

  • Lens construction: 13 elements in 10 groups
  • Shortest shooting distance: 25cm
  • Maximum magnification: 1:7.3
  • Filter diameter: 52mm
  • Size: φ65.8 x 76.9mm
  • Weight: 340g
  • Mount: L mount, Sony E mount, Fujifilm X mount

Patent application for Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 OS and 150-700mm f/5-6.3 OS optics

Overview

  • [Public number] P2023022519
  • [Release date] 2023-02-15
  • [Title of Invention] Variable Magnification Imaging Optical System
  • [Application date] 2021-08-03
  • [Applicant]
    [Identification number] 000131326
    [Name] Sigma Corporation
  • Kind Code: A1 A zoom lens that is compact and lightweight, suppresses lateral chromatic aberration during zooming, has high-speed focusing and focusing that suppresses deterioration in performance, and has good optical performance over the entire zoom range. Provide double imaging optics


Example 1

  • Focal length: 153.00-577.80
  • F-value: 5.16-6.49
  • Angle of view: 15.77-4.18
  • Image height: 21.63
  • Total length: 280.00-376.64


Example 7

  • Focal length: 153.00-679.00
  • F-value: 5.17-6.49
  • Half angle of view: 15.78-3.56
  • Image height: 21.63
  • Overall length: 310.82-424.11

Sigma 16mm f/1.4 DC DN:
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Sigma 20mm f/1.4 DG DN Art:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sigma 35mm F/1.4 DG DN Art:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sigma 35mm f/2 DG DN:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG DN Art:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sigma 56mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art:
B&H Photo / Adorama
Sigma 90mm f/2.8 DG DN | Contemporary:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sigma 14-24mm f/2.8 DG DN Art:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN Contemporary:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sigma 100-400mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS:
B&H Photo / Amazon
Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sigma MC-11:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

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Tamron Announcement Coming Feb 22nd

By Louis Ferreira | Published: February 14, 2023


how2fly has broken a few announcements on Twitter, and the latest is that there will be an announcement event on February 22nd. There are a lot of lenses for E-mount from Tamron already so unless this is a new lens it might just be a new mount for a growing system, but hopefully, it is something exciting for Sony shooters since Tamron has released a lot of great glass for E-mount already.

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Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD FE:
B&H Photo /  Amazon / Adorama
Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 FE:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III RXD FE:
Amazon
Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III RXD FE:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Tamron 28-200mm f/2.8-5.6 Di III RXD FE:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Tamron 20mm F/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2（Model F050):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Tamron 24mm F/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2（Model F051):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Tamron 35mm F/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2（Model F053):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

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New Godox XPro II

By Louis Ferreira | Published: February 13, 2023

Godox just released the Godox XPro II, and you can get one from B&H Photo or Adorama.

Designed for the 2.4 GHz Godox X wireless radio system, this XPro II TTL Wireless Flash Trigger lets you effectively and reliably trigger flashes up to 328′ away. This upgraded model is compatible with the Sony TTL system, including support for high-speed sync up to 1/8000 second, and offers advanced control capabilities for working with system-specific features. For ensuring maximum reliability and control, users can set up 16 groups on one of 32 channels and can then access 99 wireless ID settings for limiting interference from other nearby systems.

Additionally, this wireless trigger now features Bluetooth connectivity for remote operation. Simply download the GodoxPhoto app onto a compatible iPhone or Android smartphone or tablet, and you can remotely adjust the flash mode, power output, modeling light, high speed sync, and more. In addition to basic manual and TTL control modes, other settings are available as well, including stroboscopic flash and second-curtain sync. Users can adjust flash exposure compensation from -3 to 3 EV and wirelessly control the modeling light, zoom setting, and more.

  • Compatible with the 2.4 GHz Godox X wireless radio system
  • Effectively and reliably triggers flashes up to 328′ away
  • Supports high-speed sync photography up to 1/8000 second
  • 16 groups on 32 channels with access to 99 wireless ID settings
  • Stroboscopic flash and second-curtain sync modes
  • Adjusts flash exposure compensation from -3 to +3 EV
  • Control modeling light, zoom setting, and more
  • Bluetooth connectivity for remote control via GodoxPhoto app
  • 2.5mm sync port supports triggering via a wired connection
  • USB Type-C port for firmware updates
  • Run on two AA batteries for convenience

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Sony Savings Sunday

By Louis Ferreira | Published: February 12, 2023


Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD FE Save $100:
B&H Photo /  Amazon / Adorama
Tamron 20mm F/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2 Save $50:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Tamron 24mm F/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2 Save $50:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Tamron 35mm F/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2 Save $50:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Voigtlander Heliar-Hyper Wide 10mm f/5.6 ASPH (Save $250):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Voigtlander Super Wide-Heliar 15mm f/4.5 ASPH III (Save $100):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Voigtlander 21mm f/1.4 FE (Save $300):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Voigtlander Color-Skopar 21mm f/3.5 ASPH (Save $100):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Voigtlander Nokton 35mm f/1.4 FE (Save $200):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Voigtlander Nokton 40mm f/1.2 FE (Save $350):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Voigtlander Nokton 50mm f/1.2 FE (Save $200):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Voigtlander APO-LANTHAR 35mm f/2 (Save $200):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Voigtlander MACRO APO-LANTHAR 65mm f/2 ASPH (Save $150):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Voigtlander MACRO APO-LANTHAR 110mm f/2.5 (Save $200):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN Contemporary Save $100:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sigma 30mm f/1.4 DC DN Contemporary Save $50:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports Save $100:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sigma MC-11 Save $50:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Sirui Anamorphic 1.33x E-Mount Lens Kit (24, 35, and 50mm) Save $400

SLR Magic MicroPrime Cine 21, 35, 50, 75mm Full Frame Lens Kit Save $600

Rokinon 24, 35, 50, 85mm T1.5 Cine DS Save $770

Rokinon 16, 35, 50, 85mm Cine DS Lens Bundle Save $600

SLR Magic MicroPrime Cine 12, 18, 35, and 50mm Super 35/FF Lens Kit Save $800

Other Deals
Memory Card Savings
Power Banks

Battery Banks
Anker PowerCore Speed 20000 PD
PowerCore+26800 PD
other more affordable options

New Apple Mac Pro: B&H Photo
New Apple iPad Pro and More: B&H Photo / Adorama
New Apple iMac Pro: B&H Photo / Adorama
New Apple MBP: B&H Photo / Adorama
New Apple M1: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
MacBook Pro (Savings still available): B&H Photo

Limited-time iPad Pro Savings
iPad Pro Bundles: B&H Photo

Software Deals
Luminar Neo & Luminar AI & Luminar 4 & Aurora HDR 2019 (Savings code FUJIADDICT)
ON1 Photo RAW 2023
Photolemur
Picktorial
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Capture One

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MonsterAdapter LA-EA4r Firmware v07 and Upgrade Kit

By Louis Ferreira | Published: February 11, 2023


MonsterAdapter released an upgrade kit for the MonsterAdapter LA-EA4r that you can purchase here the kit requires you up upgrade to firmware v07 which you can get here. Below are all the directions and details.

Notice:
The latest firmware for LA-EA4r is v07.

If you are using an older version of firmware and want to download the latest firmware upgrade package, please download the updater here: MonsterAdapterLA-EA4rFWv07.zip (Windows PC Only)

Tip: How to track your package

Declaimer:
This product has nothing to do with Sony and the modified LA-EA4 adapter will lose warranty. Improper modification or use may damage your equipment, and the product may not be able to ensure all supported lenses in your hand to be working like they will on native bodies.  The risks shall be at your end. Please be aware of all the risks before you place the order.

Also please read our manual ( provided online) carefully in advance to make sure you fully understand how it works.

This product only contains the circuit board for replacement, you need the original LA-EA4 lens adapter (sold separately) for modification.

The item can be returned only with the package seal unopened.

Please beware the customs tax, if any, is not included.

Description:
MonsterAdapter LA-EA4r Upgrade Kit (EA4r for short) is specifically designed to drive old Minolta/Sony A-mount body-driven autofocus lens on the Sony E-mount mirrorless camera, allowing hundreds of focus points and advanced autofocus features such as human and animal eye AF, whatever is provided by the camera.

You will need to install the EA4r circuit board provided in the package into your Sony LA-EA4 adapter, replacing the counterpart in it. The complete installation guide in both written and video will be provided for your reference. Read More »

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Sony is The Largest Photography Company by Revenue

By Louis Ferreira | Published: February 10, 2023


Sony is the largest of the 16 photography companies by a substantial amount based on total 2021 revenue according to Zion Market Research:

1. Sony Group Corporation (2021 revenue: $8.44 billion)
2. Canon Inc (2021 revenue: $5.11 billion)
3. Fujifilm Holdings Corporation (2021 revenue: $1.71 billion)
4. Lifetouch (2021 revenue: $1.5 billion)
5. Nikon (2021 revenue: $1.16 billion)
6. Eastman Kodak Co (2021 revenue: $1.15 billion)
7. Panasonic Holdings Corp (2021 revenue: $1 billion)
8. Getty Images Holdings Inc (2021 revenue: $0.91 billion)
9. Shutterstock Inc (2021 revenue: $0.77 billion)
10. B&H Photo (2021 revenue: $460 million)
11. Leica Camera (2021 revenue: $432.4 million)
12. Polaroid (2021 revenue: $300 million)
13. Ricoh Co Ltd (2021 revenue: $116.9 million)
14. Adorama Camera, Inc. (2021 revenue: $100 million)
15. OM Digital Solutions (2021 revenue: $43.7 million)
16. Hasselblad (2021 revenue: $38.6 million)

“The global Digital Photography market accounted for USD 105.2 Billion in 2020 and is expected to reach USD 149.4 Billion by 2028, growing at a CAGR of around 4.4% between 2021 and 2028.”


via ZionMarketResearch,  Photorumors

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