Laowa 15mm f/4.5W-Dreamer Tilt-Shift Coming Soon

By Louis Ferreira | Published: January 16, 2020


Venus Optics has been rolling out a lot of excellent and unique Laowa lenses lately and another one just surfaced the Laowa 15mm f/4.5W-Dreamer Tilt-Shift. The Dreamer will be for F, EF, FE, RF, Z, and  L Mount.

Exclusive Update: The lens won’t be Zero-D and it can cover GFX without shift so the quality should still be quite good on Full Frame cameras.

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Today Only: Save $400 on Sigma 14mm f/1.8

By Louis Ferreira | Published: January 16, 2020


B&H Photo is currently offering a $400 discount on the Sigma 14mm f/1.8 DG HSM Art. If you want this lens the savings likely will not get much better so do not miss out.

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Sony a9II, FE 24mm f/1.4 GM and FE 135mm f/1.8 GM Firmware Updates Released

By Louis Ferreira | Published: January 16, 2020


Sony released 3 firmware updates yesterday for the Sony a9II, FE 24mm f/1.4 GM and FE 135mm f/1.8 GM.

Sony a9II ILCE-9M2 firmware 1.01 Download Here

Benefits and Improvements

  • FTP transfer can be started earlier after shooting pictures
  • Improves the overall stability and performance of the camera:
    • Corrects a condition where the camera can sometimes turn off when playing RAW images
    • Improves JPEG image quality when shooting under specific conditions

Sony FE 24mm f/1.4 GM firmware 02 Download Here

Benefits and Improvements

  • Improved aperture response when the lens is attached to the ILCE-9, ILCE-9M2, and ILCE-7RM4 camera models.
  • “Focus Priority” can be selected from the “Aperture Drive in AF” menu when the lens is attached to an ILCE-9 camera (with firmware version 6.00 or later).

Notes:

  • It is not possible to execute the lens firmware procedure with the following E-mount cameras: NEX-5, NEX-3, NEX-C3, NEX-VG10, or PXW-FS7.
  • When using the PXW-FS7M2, follow the steps in the PXW-FS7M2 instruction manual.

Sony FE 135mm f/1.8 GM firmware 02 Download Here

Benefits and Improvements

  • Improved aperture response when the lens is attached to the ILCE-9, ILCE-9M2, and ILCE-7RM4 camera models.
  • “Focus Priority” can be selected from the “Aperture Drive in AF” menu when the lens is attached to an ILCE-9 camera (with firmware version 6.00 or later).

Notes:

  • It is not possible to execute the lens firmware procedure with the following E-mount cameras: NEX-5, NEX-3, NEX-C3, NEX-VG10, or PXW-FS7.
  • When using the PXW-FS7M2, follow the steps as specified in the instruction manual.

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Sony GP-VPT2BT Hand Grip

By Louis Ferreira | Published: January 15, 2020


Sony GP-VPT2BT: B&H Photo / Adorama

Sony Introduces New GP-VPT2BT Wireless Shooting Grip
Versatile, Reliable and Cable-free Grip for Improved Mobility and Creativity
Building on the growing lineup of cameras and accessories developed for modern creators, Sony today has announced the new GP-VPT2BT shooting grip with wireless remote commander. Ideal for many different types of content creation ranging from vlogs to travel photography / videography to simple everyday use, the new grip offers optimum stability and comfort combined with cable-free connectivity and a reliable dust and moisture resistant design.i

Compatible with a variety of Sony’s latest digital cameras,iithe GP-VPT2BT connects easily via Bluetooth® wireless technology, allowing creators to simply aim and shoot without interfering cables or exposed inputs. The new grip includes a useful tilt feature that allows for flexible vertical angle adjustment as well as the ability to switch from normal to self-shooting mode with ease.  Additionally, it has an adjustment wheel that can be loosened or tightened to allow for seamless operation with cameras of different sizes and weights. The grip also includes a flip button, indicator light and lock switch, and can be quickly changed into a tripod by simply expanding the bottom portion, enabling easy stable, hands-free shooting.The new GP-VPT2BT Shooting Grip With Wireless Remote Commander will ship this month in North America, priced approximately $140 U.S. or $180 CA.

i Not guaranteed to be 100% dust and moisture proof.

ii Compatible with α9 II, α9, α7R IV, α7R III, α7 III, α6600, α6400, α6100, and RX100 VII.  Firmware must be updated on cameras to ensure compatibility.

More information is available on the new GP-VPT2BT Wireless Shooting Grip on the Sony website, and on Sony’s Alpha Universe website.

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Sony VENICE Firmware 5.0 Released

By Louis Ferreira | Published: January 15, 2020


VENICE Firmware 5.0
The following modes have been added to this software iteration:

High Frame Rates (HFR)

  • 6K 2.39:1 @ max 90fps
  • 6K 17:9 @ max. 72fps
  • 6K 1.85:1 @ max. 72fps

HD ProRes 4444

  • up to 30fps on internal SxS Pro+ cards
  • Simultaneous record with AXS not available

Monitor Out 

  • Flip & Flop via SDI & VF (useful for Steadicam, for example)
  • High resolution Magnification via Monitor Out

Shooting Assist Function

  • Display of aspect ratio and pixel count is now shown in menu
  • Additional preset frame lines
  • Recorded metadata now includes user frame line setting

Other

  • Cooke /i2 metadata recorded in X-OCN/RAW and XAVC files
  • 4K 2.39:1 resolution operates like all other resolutions (previously it was limited to 120fps only)
  • De-squeeze monitoring options increased: x1.65 added
  • Main Display FPS information is now shown as Fix23.98 when in 23.98fps (23.976fps) project mode. Previously Fix24 was shown for both 23.98fps and 24fps projects (applies to sub display, operator display, etc.)
  • Tilt/Roll gyro has been activated on VF and monitor outputs
  • Additional Paint Menu support for live operation: User Gamma, Knee, White Clip, Detail Matrix, Multi Matrix, Scene File, Test SAW

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New Laowa 12mm t/2.9 Zero-D Cine

By Louis Ferreira | Published: January 14, 2020

 

VenusOptic just released the Laowa 12mm t/2.9 Zero-D Cine for Sony E-Mount which seems to be a great cine lens. You can also get it in PL Mount if you want to use it with other cameras.

Features
– Full Frame / Vista Vision coverage
– Close to zero distortion
– 122 degrees FoV
– Super Compact
– EF or PL or E mount available
– Step-up to 114mm for matte box installation

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