Laowa has a new APS-C 65mm f/2.8 2X Macro coming before the end of this year or early next year depending on development. It will be available for Fujifilm X Mount, Sony E-Mount, and Canon M. Laowa lenses are available from Venus Optics / B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
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Bellows have been part of NOVOFLEX’s core range since 1969 – the year of the first moon landing – and are used by macro photographers worldwide. From now on, users of the camera systems Canon EOS, Canon EOS-R, Fujifilm X, L-mount (Leica, Panasonic, Sigma), MicroFourThirds (Olympus, Panasonic), Nikon Z and Sony E-Mount with the proven NOVOFLEX automatic -Balgengeräte immerse yourself in the fascinating world of close and macro photography.
It does not get any more convenient because all control information between the camera and the lens is transmitted. Already with the camera lenses, image scales of 1: 1 and larger can be realized. The ideal solution is the high-resolution, apochromatically corrected Apo Digitar 4.5 / 90 mm objective head (order code: FLEX-APO-DIGI90) from Schneider Kreuznach, which allows focusing from 1: 1 to infinity. Since the new automatic bellows units are perfectly integrated into the NOVOFLEX “modular system”, there is nothing standing in the way of later upgrading to the use of manual lenses. In addition, the lenses can also be used in retro position on the bellows devices. NOVOFLEX also has the corresponding close-up adapter in its extensive product portfolio.
Furthermore, the new automatic bellows units are also of interest for cameras with internal stacking function, as now also image scales over 1: 1 can be realized.
Camera system order code
The automatic bellows devices are available from mid-September and cost 799, – Euro (RRP). The FLEX-APO-DIGI90 is available at an EIA of € 1,099.00.
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The Zeiss ZX1 was registered with an Asian certification authority and it was spotted with pictures. Hopefully, this means the delayed camera will start shipping soon. I have no doubt that the Zeiss ZX1 will be a very hot camera going forward if Zeiss releases it at around the right price point. I hope they can meet or beat the Sony RX1‘s price point. B&H Photo has had the camera listed for a while now without a price though.
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The Zenitar 50mm f/0.95 for E-Mount can be preordered from the manufactures website now.
Specifications
Marking: 44301
Focal length: 50
Aperture ratio (max.): 0,95
Aperture ratio (min.): 16
Frame size: 36 х 24 мм
Camera lens type: Standard
Minimum focusing distance: 0.7m
Lens filter diameter: 72mm
optical layout: 9 lens 8 group
Focusing: manual
Dimensions: 85,5 х 117,5 mm
Weight: 1.2kg
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Amazon has a crazy deal on the 85mm f/1.8, which is one of Sony’s sharpest lenses under $1,000. The best part about this deal is that Amazon is the seller and they tend to honor these kinds of prices if you have already completed your order so get one fast while you can because it will not last.
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Kai covered the launch of the a6600 and a6100 in his typical style, but he seems to get stuck on just how good real-time autofocus performs. Hopefully, Sony will start to discontinue some of the confusingly named cameras they have out there with the a6xxx series, because as of right now the a6100 and a6600 are the only two seriously worth considering and maybe the a6400.
Sony a6600
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Sony a6100
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Sony a6600: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sony a6100: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
E 16-55mm F2.8 G: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
E 70-350mm F4.5-6.3 G OSS: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama