The Sony FX3 leaked and it is an interesting design that is similar to an a7/a9 camera over a traditional video camera style camera like the FX6 or FX7. The Sony FX3 is registered with the FCC. The camera should have 8k and have features similar to the Sony a7SIII.
via Photorumors, Nokishita
The Samyang 35mm f/2.8 AF looks like a great compact lens option for E-mount. It should pair great on cameras like the a7C or any other a7 camera. The deal is today only from Adorama.
Dear customers
Apology and notice of postponement of release of lens FE 35mm F1.4 GM “SEL35F14GM” and lens hood “ALC-SH164” for digital single-lens camera α [E mount]
Thank you for your continued patronage of Sony products.sa
Regarding the above, the release date was set to “February 12, 2021 (Friday)” at the time of the press announcement on January 14, 2021 (Thursday). Lens for digital single-lens camera α [E mount] FE 35mm F1. Regarding 4 GM “SEL35F14GM”, we have decided to postpone the release due to production reasons. In addition, the release of the lens hood “ALC-SH164” will be postponed accordingly. We will inform you about the release date as soon as it is confirmed.
We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused to customers who are looking forward to the information just before the release.
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[About the release date]
<At the time of announcement on Thursday, January 14, 2021> Released on Friday, February 12, 2021 → To be determined
Sony FE 35mm f/1.4 GM: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sony 24mm f/1.4 GM: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Nokishita says a Voigtlander APO-LANTHAR 35mm f/2 ASPH will be coming in the near future.
It seems that Cosina will announce “APO-LANTHAR 35mm F2 Aspherical (VM / E-mount)” and “ULTRON Vintage Line 35mm F2 Aspherical Type II VM (Black / Silver)” in the near future.
via Nokishita
Sony today announced a new free firmware update for the digital camera ZV-1 that allows users to easily utilise its high-quality video and audio for livestreaming by simply connecting the camera directly to a PC[i].
With this firmware update, users can easily connect the ZV-1 to a PC via USB[ii] to utilise the high-quality video stream and built-in microphone for crystal-clear audio for everyday uses from livestreaming via social media platforms to video conferencing. Additionally, when the camera is connected to one of Sony’s Xperia™smartphones[iii], users can livestream on the go and use the Xperia smartphone as a secondary display to read comments and monitor the live feed[iv].
Recently, there has been an increase in demand for livestreaming, and a growing expectation for its image and audio quality. This firmware update allows users to take full advantage of the ZV-1’s high-quality video as well as excellent audio capabilities, utilising high-quality UVC/UAC[v] support, for livestreaming, video calls and more. This capability will also be added to additional compatible cameras in the future.
This firmware updated is available now and can be downloaded below:
[i] Windows10, Windows8.1/macOS 10.13-10.15, macOS 11.0/Android.
[ii] Micro USB Type-B.
[iii] Using an Xperia 1 II or Xperia 5 II upgraded to Android™ 11. Update availability varies by region (As of February 2021).
[iv] Setting procedure will differ depending on the service you are using. For detailed setting instructions, refer to user’s manual of each service.
[v] UVC is a standard for communicating mainly with USB video cameras and web cameras that allows the transfer of motion-JPEG and YUV (uncompressed) data. UAC is a standard for the transfer of audio from digital sound sources. Its specifications comply with the USB standard, letting you listen to the sound source on the connected device without the need for drivers.
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Nokishita spotted a new wireless microphone registered with the FCC
Sony’s unreleased wireless microphone “ECM-W2BT” has also passed FCC certification. The scheduled release date of the material is March 1, 2021, so it should be announced later this month.
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