Sony FX3a Announced


Sony just announced the updated Sony FX3a, which can be preordered from B&H Photo. The only difference between the Sony FX3a and FX3 is that the LCD screen has been increased from 1.44m dots to 2.36m dots, USB-C replaces older USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports, and the charger has changed from BC-QZ1 to BC-ZD1.

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Sigma Announces Price Increases Coming Due To Trump’s Tariffs


We knew these increases were coming, but we still do not know how high prices will go. Sigma is giving us until May 31st to lock in order pricing before prices go up so do not delay if a purchase is in your future.

Sigma lenses can be found at B&H Photo and Amazon.

US Pricing Adjustments Starting June 2, 2025

Dear Sigma customers,

Thank you for your continued support and trust in Sigma. We are are sorry to inform you of an upcoming pricing adjustment to our products, effective June 2, 2025.

Due to the recent implementation of government-imposed tariffs, our costs at Sigma America have increased substantially. We have made every effort to absorb these added expenses, but the sustained impact of the tariffs now necessitates a price increase to ensure we can continue delivering the quality and service you expect.

Key details:

Current pricing will remain in effect for all orders placed and fulfilled by May 31, 2025, subject to product availability.

New pricing will take effect on June 2, 2025, and will apply to all new orders and any unfulfilled items.

We understand this is difficult news to hear, and please know this decision was not made lightly. We have always prided ourselves on delivering unmatched value to our customers, and we are doing everything we can to continue to do that while providing the same service and product excellence.

We sincerely appreciate your understanding and continued partnership.

Sincerely,

Mark Amir-Hamzeh
President | Sigma America

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LT: Sony FE 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G OSS Review – Well-Put-Together


Sony 200-600mm FE: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Lenstips published its Sony FE 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G OSS review. If you want to read the full review, you can do so here or check out the excerpt below:

Pros:

  • solid, closed, and weather-sealed mechanical construction,
  • very good image quality in the frame centre,
  • sensible image quality on the edge of the APS-C sensor,
  • negligible longitudinal chromatic aberration,
  • moderate lateral chromatic aberration,
  • lack of problems with spherical aberration,
  • very low astigmatism,
  • proper correction of coma,
  • low vignetting on the APS-C sensor,
  • slight focus breathing,
  • nice out-of-focus areas,
  • silent and accurate autofocus,
  • efficient image stabilization,
  • good price/performance and price/parameters ratios.

Cons:

  • too weak image quality on the edge of full frame,
  • a lot of problems with the performance against bright light,
  • a bit too high vignetting on full frame,
  • a bit too much slack in zoom ring.

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Tamron Q1 Financial Results: “Slump in Sales” Because Of “Risks And Uncertainty Over The Policies Of The New US Administration”



Tamron released their Q1 FY2025 financial results – here is the summary:

  • Sales decline in photographic products (Own-brand): Continued slump in sales in the US market, and reactionary decline in China market from high growth in 1Q, 2024.
  • Continuing geopolitical risks and uncertainty over the policies of the new U.S.
    administration have led to a widespread slowdown in overseas economies.
  • The JPY depreciation against USD, but appreciation against EUR.
  • Continuing higher material costs and rising labor costs due to inflation.
  • The market for interchangeable lens cameras and interchangeable lenses grew
    in both quantity and value, driven by steady demand for mirrorless cameras.

Tamron plans to launch six new lenses in 2025 (five more new lenses in addition to the Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD):

  • Before 2023: approximately five new lenses per year
  • Initial medium-term management plan (2024-2026): 6 to 7 new lenses a year
  • New medium-term management plan (2024-2026): 10 new models a year starting from 2026

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New TTArtisan 35mm T2.1 Dual Bokeh

TTArtisan announced a dual bokeh bubble lens, the TTArtisan 35mm T2.1 Dual Bokeh, that you can currently find at B&H Photo / Amazon.

Key Features
  • Covers Full-Frame | T2.1 to T22 Aperture
  • Dual Bokeh Design (Bubble & Soft)
  • 11-Blade Iris | 63° Angle of View
  • 85mm Front Diameter | 82mm Filter Thread
  • 11″ Close Focus in Soft Bokeh Mode
  • 0.8 MOD Gear Pitch

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