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MonsterAdapter LA-NE1 (Contax) and LA-KE1 (Pentax) Firmware Updates Released

By Louis Ferreira | Published: January 11, 2023

MonsterAdapter LA-KE1: B&H Photo
MonsterAdapter KA-NE1: B&H Photo

LA-NE1 firmware v02 released
Posted by ZhouJohn on January 10, 2023

January 10, 2023, MonsterAdapter officially released the v02 firmware of the LA-NE1: Contax N-mount to Sony E-mount electronic adapter.

What’s in this update:

Fixed an issue where some zoom lenses failed AF after zooming.

Note: If you are not experiencing any problems with zoom lenses, you can ignore this update.

https://1drv.ms/u/s!AgX6HrvXLNv5gyk9wqcua5tR_uQ-?e=vgQkeY

MonsterAdapter is pleased to release the v03 firmware for Pentax K-mount to Sony E-mount electronic adapter LA-KE1.
By following LA-EA4r and LA-FE1, new firmware of LA-KE1 v03 also adds new focus drive algorithm: G Driver II, which effectively improves the auto focus performance of K-mount screw-driven lenses on Sony mirrorless cameras (including AF-S single focus and AF-C continuous focus). According to the team tests, the focusing speed in many scenes has been able to equal or exceed the Pentax SLRs on last E-mount cameras. Which will make your shooting experience more enjoyable.

Note 1: G Driver needs the support by the camera, please see below for the list of compatible bodies. In case of a suitable camera, the adapter will automatically enable the G Driver I or II, and other cameras will continue to use the existing driver.

Note 2: Due to lens technical reasons, G Driver for LA-KE1 is only available for screw-driven lenses supported by LA-KE1, lenses with SDM/DC/PLM motors will continue to use existing focus algorithm. If the lens is a dual-drive lens, the screw-driven mode can support G Driver, while the SDM mode will continue to use existing one.

Get MonsterAdapter LA-FE1 firmware v03 here (for Windows PC only):
https://1drv.ms/u/s!AgX6HrvXLNv5gyihMd1_wT_umIXk?e=XvjBey

via PentaxRumors

Posted in 3rd Party Lens, Accessories, Firmware updates| Tagged Contax, Monster Adapter, Monster Adapter LA-KE1, Monster Adapter LA-NE1, MonsterAdapter, MonsterAdapter LA-KE1, MonsterAdapter LA-NE1, Pentax| 4 Comments

DJI RS 3 Mini Announced

By Louis Ferreira | Published: January 10, 2023

DJI RS 3 Mini: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

DJI Treats Mirrorless Camera Owners To New Travel Stabilizer DJI RS 3 Mini
DJI, the world’s leader in civilian drones and creative camera technology, today introduces DJI RS 3 Mini, a lightweight handheld travel stabilizer developed specifically to support today’s mainstream brands of mirrorless cameras and lenses. With a smaller and lighter body, the DJI RS 3 Mini continues the excellent stabilization performance of the RS 3 series, allowing users to create professional-grade content while traveling around landscapes or in urban locations. Furthermore, weighing less than 800 g (1.8 lbs), the gimbal can carry a weight of up to 2 kg (4.4 lbs), features Bluetooth shutter control, a 3^rd generation stabilization algorithm, native horizontal and vertical camera mounting, and a 1.4-inch color touchscreen.

“Since the introduction of DJI’s Ronin series for cinematography in professional environments, DJI has been working on bringing professional-grade technology to an increasing number of content creators,” said Paul Pan, Senior Product Line Manager at DJI. “The DJI RS 3 Mini is testament to DJI’s core value of bringing innovative stabilization technology to everyone with a love of capturing their moments in a photo or on video. Now, anyone with a mirrorless camera can experience the same industry-leading technology used on film sets and studios across the globe.” Read More »

Posted in Accessories| Tagged DJI, DJI RS 3 Mini| 5 Comments

Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG DN OS | Sports Price Point Revealed

By Louis Ferreira | Published: January 9, 2023

It looks like the Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG DN OS | Sports will cost around $2,255.53, according to the leaked pricing data in yen. This will likely turn out to be $2,199 to $2,299.

60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG DN OS | Sports
Suggested retail price: 368,500 yen including tax Retail price: 297,000 yen
including tax (no point redemption), 330,000 yen including tax (10% point redemption)

60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG DN OS | Sports

Lens construction: 27 elements in 19 groups
Minimum Focus Distance: 45-260cm
Maximum magnification: 1:2.4
Number of aperture blades: 9 (circular aperture)
Filter diameter: 105mm
Size: φ119.4mm x 279.2mm (281.2mm for E-mount version)
Weight: 2495g (2485g for E-mount version)
Hood: LH1144-02
Lens cap: LC-740E
Mount: L mount, Sony E mount
Reservation start date: January 13, 2023 10:00 am
Scheduled release date: February 17, 2023
New development adopted HLA (Hi-response Linear Actuator)

via asobinet

Posted in 3rd Party Lens| Tagged Sigma, Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG DN OS, Sigma 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG DN OS | Sports| 3 Comments

Sony Savings Sunday Save Up To $1,560

By Louis Ferreira | Published: January 8, 2023

B&H Photo currently has the Batis Discounted by $550, and you can get one here. I also have some other discounts listed below:

Rokinon AF 135mm f/1.8 FE Save $259

Sirui Anamorphic 1.33x E-Mount Lens Kit (24, 35, and 50mm) Save $200

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

Zeiss Batis and Loxia Savings:
Save $260 on Zeiss Batis 135mm at B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Save $500 on Zeiss Batis 25mm at B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Save $250 on Zeiss Batis 85mm at B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Save $200 on Zeiss Loxia 25mm at B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Save $200 on Zeiss Loxia 35mm at B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Save $220 on Zeiss Loxia 85mm at B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Save $150 on Zeiss Loxia 50mm at B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Zeiss Batis and Loxia Bundle Savings:
Save $1,560 on ZEISS Batis 4-Lens Kit with UV at B&H Photo
Save $820 on ZEISS Loxia 4-Lens Kit with UV at B&H Photo
Save $631 on ZEISS Batis 25mm and 85mm Lens Kit with UV at B&H Photo

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 $300):
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

Posted in Deals| Tagged Voigtlander, Voigtlander 21mm f/1.4 FE, Voigtlander Color-Skopar 21mm f/3.5 ASPH, Voigtlander MACRO APO LANTHAR 110mm f/2.5, Voigtlander Nokton 35mm f/1.4 FE, Voigtlander Nokton 40mm f/1.2 FE, Voigtlander Nokton 50mm f/1.2 FE, Voigtlander Super Wide-Heliar 15mm f/4.5 ASPH III, Voigtlander Heliar-Hyper Wide 10mm f/5.6 ASPH, Voigtlander MACRO APO-LANTHAR 65mm f/2 ASPH| 5 Comments

Shoot a Sony a7RIV in Space With StarSphere

By Louis Ferreira | Published: January 7, 2023

Sony launched a Sony a7RIV into space aboard a Space X rocked called the Sony StarSphere, and they showed it off at CES this year. They also have a YouTube channel you can check out and a website with more info. This looks like an excellent opportunity to get more photographers into astrophotography, and I can’t wait to see what they create. The service will be available for two years in the US and in Japan, after which the unit will be deorbited because that is all the water propellant they have onboard. The service should be available soon, and it looks like you can preregister with a Sony account.

STAR SPHERE: A Journey into the Experience of Discovering Space Perspectives
The Space Photography Experience Service will provide a rich photographic experience using a satellite camera following the satellite’s orbit. When the satellite reaches the point at which you pre-designated the date and time, it will capture the scene, and you will receive your very own photo at a later date and time.

Posted in Press releases| Tagged StarSphere| 2 Comments

New Kipon Colibri Cine Lenses

By Louis Ferreira | Published: January 7, 2023

Kipon Colibri Cine: B&H Photo

KIPON COLIBRI CINE LENSES ARE OFFICIALLY RELEASED
We are honored to announce COLIBRI set lenses in Seattle before the end of 2022, target those cinematographers who need compact with high quality cine style lenses.

Lens character:

Compact with light weight, multi-mount (CANON RF/SONY E/PANASONIC L) good for those who use RED Komodo、Raptor、SONY a7S、 α7S II、a7S III、 FX9、FX6、FX3、FX30、CANON C、CANON R5、CANON R5 C70、PANASONIC S1H、BS1H
5 kinds of Special designed iris, can create unique bokeh with cinematic feeling
Outstanding color rendering
300 degrees of focus distance, more flexibility to shoot, with built-in Swiss-made bearing system, making focus control more smooth and accurate
United design with color character, very convenient for post editing.
5 lenses with the same 77mmx0.75 filter thread
Well-controlled lens breath during focusing

Posted in 3rd Party Lens| Tagged Colibri Cine, KIPON, Kipon Colibri 24mm, Kipon Colibri 24mm T2.5, Kipon Colibri 35mm, Kipon Colibri 35mm T2.5, Kipon Colibri 50mm, Kipon Colibri 50mm T2.5, Kipon Colibri 75mm, Kipon Colibri 75mm T2.5, Kipon Colibri 90mm, Kipon Colibri 90mm T2.5, Kipon Colibri Cine| 4 Comments

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