Zhongyi Speedmaster 50mm 0.95 Mark III Coming April

By Louis Ferreira | Published: April 12, 2019


A photo of the Zhongyi Speedmaster 50mm 0.95 Mark III was sent to me by a reader and the previous version is discontinued on B&H Photo. The reader also reported that the new Mark III is expected in April.

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New Firmware Update for Sony a7III and Sony a7RIII Boosts Eye AF Capabilities and Adds Interval Shooting for Time Lapse

By Louis Ferreira | Published: April 11, 2019


Sony a7RIII Firmware Update
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Sony a7III Firmware Update
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New Firmware Update for Sony a7 III and Sony a7R III Boosts Eye AF Capabilities and Adds Interval Shooting for Time Lapse
Sony’s acclaimed a7 III and a7R III mirrorless cameras have received an exciting firmware update—Software Version 3.0— that enhances Real-time Eye AF performance and adds Real-time Animal Eye AF and interval shooting for time lapse.

Real-time Eye AF
Software Version 3.0 brings Real-time Eye-AF to the a7R III and a7 III, an AI-driven, enhanced eye detection system that’s based on the results of machine learning. Through machine learning, Sony has created a system that can detect—and focus on—the human eye even if the subject is looking down, partially blocked in the frame, turning or backlit. This feature is available in AF-C mode with a simple half-press of the shutter button.

Real-time Animal Eye AF
As with human eye recognition, Software Version 3.0 brings AI-driven animal eye detection to Sony cameras for the first time. Advanced subject recognition allows the a7 III and a7R III to detect and track animal eyes, and is the first step in a robust animal-tracking AF system. The development of Animal Eye AF performance will continue, increasing the range of animals recognized by the system as well the system’s ability to track their movement.

Interval Shooting
This new software adds a built-in interval timer that can be set for anywhere between 1 and 60 seconds, with a total number of shots from 1 to 9999.  AE tracking sensitivity is available to be adjusted to “High”, “Mid” or “Low” in order to reduce changes in exposure.

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Godox V1 Officially Available

By Louis Ferreira | Published: April 10, 2019


Godox announced that the Godox V1 TTL Li-ion Round Head Camera Flash is now available, but it looks like the release will be staggered with Canon coming out first followed by Nikon, Sony, Fujifilm, Pentax, and Panasonic.

“Godox V1 TTL Li-ion Round Head Camera Flash Canon/ Nikon / Sony Version are now available.More details about the Nikon&Sony Verion will be released later. Fujifilm /Pentax/ Panasonic Version will follow later.”

The Flashpoint labeled ones that we posted about here should ship sooner than the Godox branded ones. These flashes have become a very popular alternative to the Profoto A1 and thankfully it looks like Profoto has failed at stopping their sale.

Amazon has a lot of V1 accessories listed here and the Sony Godox V1 is listed with an expected shipment date of 3-5 weeks.

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New Zeiss Otus 100mm f/1.4 Leaked: Updated

By Louis Ferreira | Published: April 10, 2019

Zeiss Otus 100mm f/1.4

  • Mount: ZE (for Canon EF), ZF.2 (for Nikon F)
  • Lens constitution: 11 groups 14 pieces
  • Minimum shooting distance: 1.0 m
  • Maximum shooting magnification: 1: 8.6
  • Filter diameter: 86 mm
  • Maximum diameter: 100.7 mm
  • Focus ring diameter: 90.0 mm
  • Total length (including the lens cap): ZE: 152.3 mm ZF. 2: 150.1 mm
  • Total length (excluding the lens cap): ZE: 128.8 mm ZF. 2: 126.5 mm
  • Weight: ZE: 1405g ZF. 2: 1336g

via Nokishita

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Sony Introduces New Ultra-tough, High-speed External SSD Drives

By Louis Ferreira | Published: April 9, 2019


Sony Introduces New Ultra-tough, High-speed External SSD Drives

  • High performance SL-M series and standard compact SL-C series designed for photographers, videographers and creators needing to process large data files at higher speed
  • Ultra tough in every aspect; the SL-M series and SL-C series are dustproof, waterproof[1], impact proof[2] and highly durable[3]
  • Up to 1000MB/s read and write speed[4]
  • Hardware encryption with intelligent utility software to protect and secure your work

PARAMUS, N.J. — April 5, 2019 — Today, Sony announced two new external SSD drives, the high-performance SL-M series and the standard compact SL-C series. These external SSD drives boast ultra-toughness, high-speed, hardware encryption and new utility software features aimed at photographers and videographers providing them the peace of mind to know that their data is safe even in challenging environments. The SL-M and SL-C’s high speeds enable quicker workflow when processing, editing, duplicating and storing data. Read More »

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7Artisans 7.5mm f/2.8 Fish-Eye II Start Shipping

By Louis Ferreira | Published: April 9, 2019

The 7Artisans 7.5mm f/2.8 Fish-Eye II will be available on Amazon, B&H Photo, and Adorama soon.

Announcement
We will release “7 artisans 7.5mm F2.8 Fish-eye II”, a new type of fisheye lens for mirrorless cameras of 7 craftsmans (Shichikousho). The corresponding mount is Canon EF-M, Sony E (APS-C), Fujifilm X, Micro Four Thirds.

7artisans 7.5mm F2.8 Fish-eye II (Fisheye lens)
Manufacturer’s suggested price ¥ 24,000 (excluding tax)

Renewed appearance design
The symptoms of vignetting due to the conventional lens hood are improved by integrating the hood and the lens barrel. The lens mount parts are made of durable aluminum alloy, which is the material of aircraft, and can be mounted with high accuracy. In addition, the new metal lens cap has been improved to a covered type, making it easy to remove and install.

7.5mm F2.8 Fish-eye II lens configuration / MTF diagram

Samples

Specification
Model number / mount75MB2 [Canon EF-M Mount]
75EB2 [Sony E (APS-C) Mount]
75FXB2 [Fuji Film X Mount]
75M43B2 [Micro Four Thirds Mount]		Focal lengthCanon EF-M | 7.5 mm (35 mm equivalent [12 mm equivalent])
Sony E (APS-C) | 7.5 mm (35 mm equivalent [12 mm equivalent])
Fujifilm X | 7.5 mm (35 mm equivalent [11 mm equivalent])
Micro Four Thirds | 7.5 mm (35 mm equivalent [15 mm equivalent])
Aperture blade11 sheetsfocusMF (manual focus)
Shortest shooting distance0.12 mSupported imaging screen sizeAPS-C
filterNot fitApertureF2.8-F22
size6 62.5 mm × 59 mmLens configuration11 pieces of 9 groups
massAbout 280gColorblack

via stkb, FujiAddict

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