New Alpha 7 IV Firmware Update Enables Lossless RAW File Options

By Louis Ferreira | Published: August 24, 2022


New Alpha 7 IV Firmware Update Enables Lossless RAW File Options and Improved Accuracy and Operability
SAN DIEGO, CA – August 23, 2022 – Sony Electronics Inc. today announced the v1.1 firmware update for the Alpha 7 IV full-frame mirrorless interchangeable lens camera, adding Lossless Compressed RAW in three sizes for still images, shutter speed and ISO setting retention, touch shutter function, improved Eye AF (autofocus) accuracy and more. ​ ​

The update adds Lossless Compressed RAW files in S, M and L (small, medium or large) file sizes – a highly requested feature. Selecting L size preserves the same image quality as an uncompressed RAW format while significantly reducing the file size. The M and S sizes record fewer pixels than the L size, providing even smaller RAW file sizes.

Alpha 7 IV v1.1 allows photographers to retain shutter speed and ISO settings for flash photography. This newest update also offers a Touch Shutter Function and improves the accuracy of the Eye AF feature.

Other updates in the Alpha 7 IV v1.1 include:

  • The ability to record the camera’s serial number in the metadata of video files
  • Improved operability of Wi-Fi connections
  • A one-minute setting added to Power Save by Monitor menu
  • The ability to brighten the viewfinder display according to the ambient brightness
  • Improved operational stability of the camera

Availability
Download instructions can be found HERE.

Sony a7IV: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

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Yongnuo YN 20mm f/1.8S DF DSM Coming By The End Of The Year

By Louis Ferreira | Published: August 23, 2022


Yongnuo confirmed on Chinese social media that the previously reported YN 20mm f/1.8 full-frame mirrorless lens will be announced by the end of the year (2022). This lens will come to E-mount first, and other mounts will follow later. The image above shows the layout of the lens and it looks like it will have a focus lock ring for Astro. You can find Yongnuo lenses on B&H Photo and Amazon.

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KamLan 55mm f/1.4 Full Frame Coming August 26th

By Louis Ferreira | Published: August 22, 2022

The KamLan 55mm f/1.4 full-frame manual focus mirrorless lens for Sony E, Nikon Z, and Canon R cameras will be officially released on August 26th. It was first announced here, but the shipment date was pushed back from May to August.

Specs:

  • Format: Full frame
  • Focal length: 55mm
  • Aperture range: F1.4-F16
  • Maximum angle of view: 40.5 degrees
  • Lens construction: 8 groups in 6 groups
  • Number of aperture blades: 13
  • Shortest focusing distance: Approx. 0.5m
  • Focusing: Manual
  • Filter diameter:
  • 58mm Dimensions: Approx. 76.5 x 60mm
  • Weight: Approx. 475g
  • Compatible mounts: Canon RF, Sony E, Nikon Z
  • Price: ¥34,000 (around $250)
  • Kamlan lenses are sold at: Amazon US

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Deal Zone Save $400 Off Sirui 24mm f/2.8 and More

By Louis Ferreira | Published: August 22, 2022


The Sirui 24mm f/2.8 is an impressive lens, and the current $400 discount is the largest discount that we have seen for this Sirui lens. Amazon has had the entire lineup of Sirui lenses discounted all month, but the current promotion at B&H Photo goes above and beyond. The Godox TT 685S II is also currently on sale at B&H Photo too.

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

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Yongnuo 16mm f/1.8 Specs Leaked

By Louis Ferreira | Published: August 21, 2022


The specs for the Yongnuo 16mm f/1.8  leaked and you can see them below:

  • Made out of metal
  • Lightweight and compact design
  • Weight: 310g
  • Minimum focusing distance: 0.17m
  • Lens hood included
  • Automatic/manual custom buttons
  • Weather resistant design

You can find Yongnuo lenses on their Amazon store or at B&H Photo.

via Photorumors

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BCN: Sony Back On Top

By Louis Ferreira | Published: August 21, 2022

It looks like Sony is back onto of the BCN camera rankings after returning multiple to production. BCN Ranking collects real sales data from approximately 40% of the Japanese retailers – this is not a worldwide market share report.

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