Sony Electronics Inc. Introduces New Remote Commander with Bluetooth Wireless Technology

By Louis Ferreira | Published: February 26, 2019


Sony Electronics Inc. Introduces New

Remote Commander with Bluetooth Wireless Technology

— New RMT-P1BT Provides Reliable and Precise Wireless Shooting —

SAN DIEGO — February 26, 2019 — Sony Electronics Inc. has today introduced a new Wireless Remote Commander (model RMT-P1BT) via Bluetooth® wireless technology that provides a reliable, responsive solution for imaging enthusiasts that want to precisely control their camera during landscape shooting, architectural photography, astrophotography, still motion photography, group portraits and more.

The new RMT-P1BT wireless remote commander operates via Bluetooth connectivity, eliminating the need for wires, cables or receivers to connect the remote directly to the camera.  The remote features an extremely fast response, within approximately 0.05 seconds release time-lag, that ensures the shutter can be released with precise accuracy.  There is also an LED light that indicates operating status to camera by flashing or lighting continuously.  Additionally, the remote is designed to resist dust and moisture plus hot and cold temperatures, offering reliable operation in a wide variety of environments and weather conditions. Read More »

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Voigtlander Nokton 50mm f/1.2 Aspherical Lens Coming To Sony E-mount

By Louis Ferreira | Published: February 25, 2019


The Voigtlander Nokton 50mm f/1.2 Aspherical will be coming to Sony E-mount soon according to Photorumors. The Voigtlander Nokton 50mm f/1.2 Aspherical is already available for M-Mount.

Here are some additional details on the Voigtlander Nokton 50mm f/1.2 Aspherical lens for Sony E-mount:

  • The Sony version of this lens provides support for 5-axis image stabilization, focus confirmation and also transmits EXIF data to the camera body
  • The use of aspherical elements kept the lens small
  • Optical design has been corrected according to the latest standards
  • Minimum focusing distance: 45cm
  • 12- blades aperture

There are already 9 lenses from Voigtlander for E-mount

via Photorumors

 

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Sony RXO II Registered in Korea

By Louis Ferreira | Published: February 25, 2019


After our previous Sony RX0 Mark II leak, Nokishita has found the camera registered in Korea, so expect an announcement soon.

via Nokishita

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Speedmaster 50mm f/0.95 III Officially and 7Artisans 60mm f/2.8 Announced

By Louis Ferreira | Published: February 25, 2019

Speedmaster 50mm f/0.95 III: Amazon

  • Replacement for the already discontinued/old version Speedmaster lens
  • Improved image quality with improved optical performance
  • Minimum focusing distance: 0.5m (o.65m for the EF version)
  • Manual focusing
  • Available for Sony E, Canon RF, Canon EF and Nikon Z mounts
  • Scheduled to be released in April 2019 (June 2019 for the Speedmaster 50mm f/0.95 C EF-mount version)
  • Price: ¥98,000 excluding tax or around $900
  • The Speedmaster 50mm f/0.95 III lens will be on display at the CP + 2019

7Artisans 60mm f/2.8: Amazon

  • Manual focus lens
  • Aperture f/2.8 – f/16
  • Minimum focusing distance: 65mm
  • Scheduled to be released in May 2019
  • Manufacturer’s preferred price: ¥ 25,000 (excluding tax) or around $200
  • Designed for APS – C size mirrorless cameras
  • Ultra close-up shooting up to 5 times magnification is possible by installing an optional extension tube
  • The new lens will be on display at the 2019 CP+ show

via NikonRumors, Photorumors

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Sony Savings Sunday

By Louis Ferreira | Published: February 24, 2019


B&H Photo is running their trade-in event where you can receive up to a $500 trade-in bonus towards select cameras & lenses. They also have some additional discounts which you can see below.

Body Specials
Sony Alpha a9 w 100-400mm
Sony Alpha a9 w 24-70mm f/2.8
Sony Alpha a7 II w FE 28-70mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS 

Sony Alpha a9 w Hard Drive and Bag
Sony Alpha a7R II w Professional Kit
Sony Alpha a7S II w Storage Kit
Sony Alpha a7 II w Accessories

Sony Alpha a6500 w 18-135mm and Accessories
Sony Alpha a6300 w 18-135mm and Accessories

Sony Alpha a6000 w 16-50mm, 55-210mm and Accessories

Sony Alpha a6300 w 16-50mm and Accessories
Sony Alpha a6000 w 16-50mm and Accessories
Sony Alpha a5100 w 16-50mm and Accessories

Sony Alpha a6500 w Accessories
Sony Alpha a6300 w Accessories
Sony Alpha a6000 w Accessories
Sony Alpha a5100 w Accessories

Meike Grip

Sony FE Lens Savings
Sony 16mm Fisheye Conversion Lens for FE 28mm f/2 (Save $25): B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sony 21mm Ultra-Wide Conversion Lens for FE 28mm f/2 (Save $25): B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sony FE 28mm f/2 (Save $25): B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sony Distagon T* FE 35mm f/1.4 ZA (Save $100): B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sony Sonnar T* FE 35mm f/2.8 ZA(Save $50): B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sony Planar T* FE 50mm f/1.4 ZA (Save $100): B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sony FE 50mm f/1.8 (Save $25): B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sony FE 50mm f/2.8 Macro (Save $50): B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sony Sonnar T* FE 55mm f/1.8 ZA (Save $50): B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sony FE 85mm f/1.8 (Save $25): B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sony FE 90mm f/2.8 Macro G OSS (Save $100): B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Sony FE 12-24mm f/4 G (Save $50): B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sony Vario-Tessar T* FE 16-35mm f/4 ZA OSS (Save $100): B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sony Vario-Tessar T* FE 24-70mm f/4 ZA OSS (Save $100): B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Sony FE PZ 28-135mm f/4 G OSS: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sony FE 70-200mm f/4 G OSS: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sony FE 24-240mm f/3.5-6.3 OSS (Save $50): B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sony FE 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 G OSS (Save $50): B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

APS-C NEX E-Mount Lenses
Sony Sonnar T* E 24mm f/1.8 ZA (Save $100): B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sony E 50mm f/1.8 OSS (Save $25): B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sony E 35mm f/1.8 OSS (Save $25): B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sony E 30mm f/3.5 Macro (Save $25): B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sony E 20mm f/2.8Sony E 20mm f/2.8 (Save $50): B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sony E 16mm f/2.8 (Save $25): B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Sony E 10-18mm f/4 OSS: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sony Vario-Tessar T* E 16-70mm f/4 ZA OSS (Save $100): B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sony E 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS (Save $100): B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sony E PZ 18-105mm f/4 G OSS (Save $25): B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Sony E PZ 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 OSS (Save $50): B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

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Speedmaster 50mm f/0.95 III, 7Artisans 60mm f/2.8 Macro, and Techart TZE Nikon Z-mount to Sony E-mount Adapter

By Louis Ferreira | Published: February 23, 2019


Two new lenses and one new adapter will be announced next week at the CP+ show:

  • New SPEEDMASTER 50mm f/0.95 III lens (pictured above) designed for Sony E / Canon RF / Nikon Z mounts (replacement for the already discontinued model)
  • New 7Artisans 60mm f/2.8 Macro lens for Sony E / Canon EF – M / Fuji Film X / MFT mounts
  • Techart TZE Nikon Z-mount to Sony E-mount adapter (mount converter)

via stkb, via Photorumors

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