Voigtländer Also Announced Two New Lenses and Six Different Mirrorless Lens Adapter

By Louis Ferreira | Published: February 27, 2019

Voigtländer Nokton 21mm f/1.4 Aspherical lens above

NOKTON 21mm F1.4 Aspherical E-mount is ideal for image sensor of Sony E-mount camera

It is a large diameter ultra wide angle manual focus lens made into a shape. Equipped with electronic contacts, the usage status of the lens reflects Exif information of the shooting data, distance encoder

Built-in 5-axis body image stabilization function that uses distance information to the subject for shift blur correction

It corresponds also to the model which it carries. It is also possible to enlarge the viewfinder by operating the focus ring. Motion

The aperture switching mechanism which can be set without clicking is carried when the picture is taken.

Main specifications
Focal length
21 mm
Aperture ratio
1: 1.4
Minimum Aperture
F 16
Lens configuration
11 groups of 13
Number of diaphragm blades
12 sheets
Shortest shooting distance
0.25 m
Maximum diameter x Full length
φ 70.5 × 79.5 mm
Filter size φ 62 mm
mount
E-mount (full size)
hood
With special hood
Other
With electronic contact
With aperture click switching mechanism


Voigtländer Nokton Vintage Line 75mm f/1.5 Aspherical VM lens above

NOKTON Vintage Line 75mm F1.5 Aspherical VM is a classic lens that is regarded as a historical masterpiece

Medium telephoto of vintage line combining optics of modern design for range of styling

It is VM mount interchangeable lens. It adopts an aspheric lens, and it exhibits excellent optical performance from the aperture opening.

While achieving a minimum shooting distance of 0.7 m, it has a compact lens barrel with a total length of 63.3 mm.

In addition, we prepared two color versions of silver and black.

Main specifications
Focal length
75 mm
Aperture ratio
1: 1.5
Minimum Aperture
F 16
Lens configuration
6 groups 7 pieces
Number of diaphragm blades
12 sheets
Shortest shooting distance
0.7 m
Interlocking range of rangefinder
∞ ~ 0.7 m
Maximum diameter × total length
φ 62.8 x 63.3 mm
Filter size φ 58 mm
mount
VM (M mount compatible)
hood
With special hood
Body color
Silver / Black Read More »

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Voigtlander Nokton 50mm f/1.2 Aspherical Lens Officially Announced

By Louis Ferreira | Published: February 27, 2019


Voigtlander officially announced the Voigtlander Nokton 50mm f/1.2 Aspherical today after we leaked it a few days ago. The price in Japan will be  ¥150,000 (excluding tax), but US pricing hasn’t been announced yet so check B&H Photo. The lens should start shipping in April 2019.

Additional information (Google translation):

Main features:

  • Sony E mount compatible With electronic contacts, lens usage status is reflected in Exif information of shooting data. In addition, because it incorporates a distance encoder, it supports 5 axis shake compensation on the camera body side. It is also possible to enlarge the viewfinder by operating the focus ring.
  • Optimized optical design In addition to securing full-size image circle, it adopts optical design optimized for Sony E mount sensor. Maintaining high resolution up to the periphery of the screen, phenomena such as color hue are suppressed.
  • Outstanding optical performance, four aspherical surfaces adopted as two aspherical lenses out of the eight lenses, both lenses are made aspherical, realizing both high-quality image quality and large aperture.
  • Manual Focus capable of reliable focusing by adopting a total metal helicoid unit processed and adjusted with high precision and high quality grease producing moderate torque, smooth operation feeling is realized. It enables delicate focus adjustment.
  • Aperture click switching mechanism a stop switching mechanism capable of opening and closing the aperture ring steplessly without generating click sound is installed. There is no need to worry about picking up the operation sound of the aperture ring at the time of movie recording.

Technical specifications:

Focal length

50 mm

Aperture ratio

1: 1.2

Minimum Aperture

F22

Lens configuration

6 groups 8 pieces

Angle of view

47.5 °

Number of diaphragm blades

12 sheets

Shortest shooting distance

0.45 m

Maximum shooting magnification

1: 7.0

Maximum diameter × total length

φ 70.1 × 58.8 mm

Filter size

φ 58 mm

weight

434 g

Lens hood

Attached

Electronic contact

There

Focus magnification function

Correspondence

Exif information:

Correspondence

Lens correction selection

Possible

5-axis body hand movement

Correspondence (limited to body with 5 axes)

Other:

With aperture switching mechanism

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SanDisk and Western Digital Storage Deal of The Day

By Louis Ferreira | Published: February 27, 2019


Amazon’s Deal of The Day today includes SanDisk and Western Digital storage. This includes some great deals on large 2TB SSD Storage and SD Cards. They also have large 10TB spinning discs on sale today too. For a full list of savings click here.

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Nissin i400 Overview

By Louis Ferreira | Published: February 26, 2019

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mttnu8IrLsc

The Nissin i400 is a very simple inexpensive flash that is compact and designed for mirrorless cameras from Nissin that should be able to satisfy most photographers needs. The above video gives a complete overview of this simple tool that might make a good starting point for users that are new to flash photography.

Product Highlights

  • Compatible with Fujifilm TTL
  • Guide Number: 131′ at ISO 100 and 105mm
  • Zoom Range: 24-105mm (16mm with Panel)
  • Tilts Upward 90°
  • Rotates Left & Right 180°
  • Recycle Time: 0.1-4 Seconds
  • Slow, High-Speed, 1st & 2nd Curtain Sync
  • Runs on 4 AA Batteries

Nissin i400: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

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Sony 135mm f/1.8 GM Lens Announcement Coverage

By Louis Ferreira | Published: February 26, 2019


Pre-Order Sony 135mm f/1.8 GM: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Hands-on/Review/Preview:
Photographyblog – Sony FE 135mm F1.8 GM Hands-on Photos
fstoppers – Sony 135mm f/1.8 GM Lens Announced: Hands-On Impressions and Raw Photo Download
ePhotozine – Sony 135mm f/1.8G Master Prime Lens Announced
ThePhoBlographer – First Impressions: Sony 135mm f1.8 G Master

Sample Images:
Sony
DPReview
Photographyblog

Videos:

https://youtu.be/ST3eK2lu1kM

Marketing Videos:

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Sony Electronics Inc. Announces New Full-frame 135mm F1.8 G Master™ Prime Lens with Stunning Resolution and Bokeh, Excellent AF Performance

By Louis Ferreira | Published: February 26, 2019


Pre-Order Sony 135mm f/1.8 GM: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Sony Electronics Inc. Announces New Full-frame 135mm F1.8 G Master™ Prime Lens with Stunning Resolution and Bokeh, Excellent AF Performance

SAN DIEGO — Feb. 26, 2019 — Sony Electronics Inc today introduced a highly anticipated addition to their acclaimed G Master series of full-frame E-mount interchangeable lenses – a 135mm F1.8 full-frame, large-aperture telephoto prime lens (model SEL135F18GM).

Equipped with Sony’s most advanced optical technologies, the new lens is built to meet the extremely high standards of Sony’s G Master series. The new FE 135mm F1.8 GM offers exceptionally high resolution and exquisite bokeh, two qualities that are signature attributes of Sony’s flagship G Master brand. The new lens combines rapid autofocus (AF) acquisition with a lightweight, portable design and a variety of professional functions, making it a versatile, high-performance tool for professional portrait photographers, wedding photographers, sports photographers and a wide variety of imaging enthusiasts. Read More »

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