Sony a7II, a6400, a6100, ECM-B1M, and PXW-Z190 Orders Suspended Due to Supply Chain Problems

By Louis Ferreira | Published: November 21, 2021


Sony has suspended orders for the Sony α7 II, a6400, α6100, ECM-B1M, and PXW-Z190. There is currently some inventory on the market but it won’t last long so if you want one for these products make sure you order ASAP.

Sony a6400: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sony a6100: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sony a7II: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Dear customers

Notice and apology regarding temporary suspension of orders for digital imaging products

Thank you for your continued patronage of Sony products. Currently, with regard to digital imaging products, parts procurement is delayed due to the effects of global semiconductor shortages. Therefore, after November 19, 2021, we will suspend the acceptance of orders from our distributors and customers at the Sony store for certain models with tight supply. ..

Regarding the resumption of order acceptance, we will consider it while observing the status of parts supply, and will inform you separately on the product information page. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused to our customers. We will do our utmost to deliver the product as soon as possible, and we appreciate your understanding.

[Products subject to suspension of order acceptance]

Digital single-lens camera: α7 II series / α6400 series / α6100 body (black)
Shotgun microphone: ECM-B1M
Professional camcorder: PXW-Z190

[Click here for information on past product supply “Products subject to suspension of order acceptance”]

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Tamron 90mm f/2.8 1:1 Macro Patent Update

By Louis Ferreira | Published: November 21, 2021


The Tamron 90mm f/2.8 was first spotted here, but asobinet is reporting a more updated filing that was applied for April 16th, 2020, and published October 28, 2021. It’s increasingly looking like this lens is real and coming with a compact design that will suit mirrorless cameras well.

  • Focal length: 88.500
  • F value: 2.9200
  • Half angle of view: 13.3561
  • Image height: 21633
  • Overall length: 91.192
  • Back focus: 33.0167

Overview

  • [Publication Number] Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2021-170078 (P2021-170078A)
  • [Publication date] October 28, 2021
  • [Title of the invention] An image pickup lens and an image pickup device.
  • [Application date] April 16, 2020
  • [Applicant]
    [Identification number] 000133227
    [Name or name] Tamron Co., Ltd.
  • PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide an image pickup lens and an image pickup device having high optical performance while aiming at miniaturization and cost reduction in an image pickup lens capable of taking an image in close proximity to a subject.
  • [0002]
    Conventionally, an image pickup device using various solid-state image pickup elements such as a video camera, a digital still camera, a single-lens reflex camera, and a mirrorless single-lens camera has become widespread. With the progress of miniaturization of these image pickup devices, further miniaturization of the image pickup lens (optical system) is required, and macro lenses are no exception. The macro lens generally refers to an image pickup lens having a maximum image pickup magnification of 0.5 to 1 times, and some have a maximum image pickup magnification of 1 time or more. The macro lens has a shorter shortest imaging distance than other lenses such as a zoom lens, and can image images from infinity to short-distance subjects, and can express an imaging expression different from that of other lenses.
  • [0007]
    However, in the image pickup lens disclosed in Patent Document 1, since the refractive power of the first lens group for focusing is weak, the amount of movement during focusing is large with respect to the optical total length, which is not sufficient in terms of miniaturization. .. Further, the maximum image pickup magnification of the image pickup lens is 0.5 times, and a macro lens having a higher maximum image pickup magnification is required.
  • [0009]
    Further, in these image pickup lenses, in addition to high performance and miniaturization, it is also required to reduce the cost.
    Therefore, an object of the present invention is to provide an image pickup lens and an image pickup device having high optical performance while reducing the size and cost of an image pickup lens capable of taking an image in close proximity to a subject.

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24hr Luminar Neo Black Friday Sale 60% Off Coupon Deal

By Louis Ferreira | Published: November 20, 2021


If you’re at all interested in giving Luminar a try there has never been a better time. I personally use all of their software in plugin form currently because I just can’t bring myself to leave the layout of Lightroom yet, but I love Luminars colors and I always run images through Luminar apps when looking for just the right color. Granted it’s not the most efficient way to work, but most of the time Luminar produces a look that I just can’t get in Lightroom.

To get the best savings use the code neo5off during checkout directly from Luminar to save $5 additional dollars. The single-seat license discount is good, but the 2 seat option is a bargain that you should check out if you can use the extra copy.

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Viltrox 24/50mm FE Firmware 1.04/1.03 Updates Released

By Louis Ferreira | Published: November 19, 2021


Viltrox released firmware updates for the 24mm and 50mm AF lenses for FE mount.

AF 50/1.8 FE V1.0.4 Download and AF 24/1.8 FE V1.0.3 Download

Firmware update instructions
1. Optimize focus performance and improve stability.

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

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

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New DZOFilm Catta 35-80mm T2.9

By Louis Ferreira | Published: November 18, 2021

DZOFilm is a newer brand in the world of cinematography and they just released the DZOFilm Catta 35-80mm T2.9 for E-mount and you can get one from B&H Photo.

Key Features
  • Maintains Focus Throughout Zoom Range
  • Natural Color Rendering
  • Consistent T2.9 to T22 Aperture
  • Covers Full-Frame Sensors
  • 16-Blade Iris for Soft Bokeh
  • 29.1″ Minimum Focus Distance
  • Comes with E-Mount, Interchangeable
  • 240° Focus Rotation
  • M77 Filter Diameter, 2.3x Magnification
  • 80mm Front Diameter

Add a cinema zoom lens to your documentary, broadcast, or online production kit with this white Catta 35-80mm T2.9 E-Mount Cine Zoom Lens from DZOFilm. The cine lens is designed to maintain focus as you smoothly zoom in or out. The Catta line reproduces accurate color and features a smooth focus/defocus transition. It features a wide T2.9 to T22 aperture, a 16-blade iris for a smooth bokeh, and a long 29.1″ close focus range.

True to its cine design, it has a focus rotation of 240°, a 100° zoom rotation range, and a 75° iris rotation range. The lens features a Sony E-mount, and it can be easily interchanged with optional RF, L, X, and Z mounts. Multiple accessories are included with the lens, including front and rear lens caps, a shim set, a support base, a support rod, and a filter bracket.

ABOUT DZOFILM
As the new brand in the cine lens market, DZOFILM desires to build up an unique brand image combined with fashion and professional. Equipped with strong and solid optical foundation from our industrial machine, DZOFILM cinema lenses are able to convey excellent image with its own texture and feeling.

Steeping on the balance of cinematic feeling and serious optics, DZOFILM devoted to allow users to catch fleeting inspiration in every smooth rotation. Even under harsh condition, DZOFILM prime cine lenses can still put users at ease and operate at its best performance.

Flexibility, is more than your expectation. Durability, just for your exploring the unknown, Pick up your DZOFILM cine lens, portray your story on the screen.

 

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Sony Electronics Becomes Camera Provider for USA TODAY NETWORK

By Louis Ferreira | Published: November 18, 2021


Sony Electronics Becomes Camera Provider for USA TODAY NETWORK
Gannett to equip Journalists from USA TODAY and more than 250 additional outlets with Sony Imaging products
SAN DIEGO, Nov. 17, 2021 — Sony Electronics Inc. a global imaging leader, and Gannett Co, Inc., operator of USA TODAY NETWORK spanning more than 250 national and local media outlets including USA TODAY, have today announced that Sony will become the imaging products provider for Gannett’s photographers and video journalists.

The award-winning news organization will provide its team access to a wide variety of Sony’s imaging products highlighted by the Sony Alpha 1 and FX Cinema Line cameras and G Master™ line of interchangeable lenses. The rollout of Sony imaging kits for Gannett will begin immediately in select markets.

Gannett’s Pulitzer-Prize winning content touches the lives of more than 150 million people each day. Their photo and video journalism team features more than 500 professionals covering more than 10,000 events annually, producing nearly two million edited images and thousands of original videos each year.

“Storytelling through images has been a large part of our organization throughout national and local coverage, and through our sports content,” said Bruce Odle, President of Imagn, Gannett’s in-house photo agency and sports image wire service. “We are excited to bring Sony’s innovative equipment to our journalists to allow them to capture the moments and emotions in new ways to complement the compelling stories of the USA TODAY NETWORK.”

In addition to product delivery, Sony will be supporting Gannett with extensive product service offerings, while also providing direct, on-site support for photo and video journalists at many key industry events.

“We are extremely pleased to be able to collaborate with Gannett, one of the world’s largest news organizations with an unparalleled commitment to delivering multimedia news and creating digital content,” said Yang Cheng, Vice President of Imaging Products and Solutions Americas at Sony Electronics. “Gannett’s USA TODAY NETWORK is an innovative and venerable news brand, preserving local journalism and reinventing national news.  We are honored that they have chosen to equip their talented visual journalists with Sony imaging products, and are confident it will allow them to capture, communicate and share stories in ways they never have before.”

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