Zeiss reveals new Otus ML 1,4/35 in RF, E and Z mounts
Zeiss has announced the latest addition to the made-for-mirrorless, manual-focus Otus ML range: the Otus ML 1,4/35. This is the first Otus model in the popular 35mm focal length, having been omitted in favour of 1,4/28 in the original series. That said, Zeiss updated the optical design of the manual-focus Classic 1,4/35 model with the Milvus 1,4/35, both of which were probably the best 35mm F1.4 lenses for DSLRs at the time of their introduction. Time doesn’t stand still, of course, and there have been several notable additions over the intervening years, such as the Sigma Art DG 35mm F1.4 HSM, Canon EF 35mm F1.4L USM II and more recently…
Sigma announces update to the hugely popular 35mm F1.4 Art series lens
Sigma has announced the highly-anticipated update to the acclaimed 35mm F1.4 DG DN Art series (made for mirrorless) lens. The new Mark II model promises faster focusing and improved image quality thanks to the adoption of new glass types, including two Super Low Dispersion (SLD) elements and a total of four “high-precision” aspherical elements. Sigma says, “the lens thoroughly suppresses aberrations, particularly axial (longitudinal) chromatic aberration,” which is typically difficult to control with high-speed lenses such as this. The new lens also features a new Advanced Amorphous Coating (AAC) to reduce ghosting and flare, and is both 14% shorter and 20% lighter than the previous model. Available in Sony E…
High Pass Sharpening in Photoshop
High Pass sharpening is a lesser-known technique that enhances detail while minimising overall noise. Follow these steps to apply High Pass sharpening in Adobe Photoshop: Step-by-Step Guide Launch Photoshop and open the image you want to sharpen. Duplicate the Layer: Right-click on the background layer in the Layers panel and select Duplicate Layer…. Rename it to “High Pass” or something similar for clarity. Apply High Pass Filter: With the duplicated layer selected, go to the menu and click on Filter > Other > High Pass. In the High Pass dialogue box, look to adjust the Radius slider. A radius of around 1–3 pixels typically works well with higher resolution images.…
Adopting the Match Total Exposure option in Lightroom Classic
Match Total Exposure is a time-saving feature in Adobe Lightroom Classic that adjusts exposure between multiple images. This tool can be particularly useful when working with a series of photos from the same shoot. Lightroom looks at the shutter speed, aperture value, ISO settings, any exposure bias from the EXIF data and the exposure slider setting in Lightroom. Then it automatically adjusts the same slider in the selected images to try to match the exposure of the original, highlighted image. Steps to use Match Total Exposure Select Images: In the Library or Develop module, select an image and adjust the Exposure slider to taste. Then select the images whose exposure…
Understanding Copy and Paste Settings in Lightroom Classic
Using the Copy and Paste buttons in the side panel of the Develop Module can be a little unintuitive at first. When you use these features, they only apply the settings to the first selected (active) image due to how Lightroom Classic handles these commands. Why It Happens Selected Image Focus: The Copy and Paste buttons are designed primarily to work with the currently highlighted (active) image. Even if you have multiple images selected, it will only copy from and paste to the first image you highlighted. User Interface Behaviour: This behaviour is consistent with many versions of Lightroom, where the main image in an active selection takes precedence in these…
Applying Settings to multiple images in Lightroom Classic
You can apply settings to multiple images at a time in Lightroom Classic through various methods. This helps save time and ensures consistency across your photo edits. The following methods apply to multiple settings, of course, or specific ones, so if you have a sequence of images, they are an efficient way to apply targeted adjustments. For example, on a garden or architecture shoot, I often want to adjust specific colours using the Colour Mixer tool and have those applied over several images for a consistent look. So these options are employed practically every time I open Lightroom. 1. Using Sync Settings from the Develop Module Select the Images: Go…
Canon RF 14mm F1.4L VCM lens specs
Technical Data Manufacturer Canon Model RF 14mm F1.4L VCM Web www.canon.co.uk Elements/construction 18 elements in 13 groups (1x Fluorite, 1x UD, 1x BR, 3x Glass Moulded (GMo) Asph, 1x FLE, Coatings: 2x ASC, SWC, SSC) Angle of view (h,v,d) 104°, 81°, 114° Max aperture F1.4 (11x blades) Min aperture F16 Min focus distance 0.24 m (9.4 in) AF/M VCM plus Nano USM (for floating element control) Mount RF mount Filter size Rear Gelatine (Gel) Length 112 mm (4.4 in.) Diameter 76.5 mm (3 in.) Weight 578 g (1.3 lb) Price £2,399 inc VAT ($2,599) Check prices of the Canon RF 14mm F1.4L VCM at the following retailers: WEX Photo (UK)|…
Canon RF 7-14mm F2.8-3.5L Fisheye STM lens specs
Technical Data Manufacturer Canon Model RF 7-14mm F2.8-3.5L Fisheye STM Web www.canon.co.uk Elements/construction 16 elements in 11 groups (5x UD, 2x Replica Asph, Coatings: 3x ASC, SSC) Angle of view (h,v,d) 190° to 149°45′・190° to 99°50′・190° to 180° Max aperture F2.8-3.5 (9x blades) Min aperture F16 Min focus distance 0.15 m (5.9 in) AF/M STM, rear focus with breathing suppression Mount RF mount Filter size Rear drop-in filter holder Length 109.4 mm (4.3 in.) Diameter 76.5 mm (3 in.) Weight 476 g (1.0 lb) Price £1,719 inc VAT ($1,899) Check prices of the Canon RF 7-14mm F2.8-3.5L Fisheye STM at the following retailers: WEX Photo (UK)| Park Cameras (UK) |…
Canon announces the RF 7-14mm F2.8-3.5L Fisheye STM lens
Canon announced the Canon RF 7-14mm F2.8-3.5L Fisheye STM lens on the same day as the RF 14mm F1.4L VCM, see the previous post. This new Fisheye lens replaces the highly regarded EF model and is a welcome addition to the range, but it is likely to appeal to a smaller market. I reviewed the EF 8-15mm F4L Fisheye USM lens and the later Nikon equivalent and found them very useful for their unique field of view. What’s more, I’ve sold photographs made with both lenses, so while niche and appealing mainly to the editorial market, the unusual perspectives do get noticed. The new lens costs £1,719 inc VAT ($1,899)…
Canon announces astro-oriented RF 14mm F1.4L VCM lens
Canon’s new RF 14mm F1.4L VCM is targeting astrophotographers, as the lens designers say in an interview published on the Canon Japan site; however, an ultrawide like this is likely to appeal to a much wider audience. The new lens costs £2,399 inc VAT ($2,599) and will be available from 20th February. A second lens was also announced: the Canon RF 7-14mm F2.8-3.5L FISHEYE STM lens. Key features and user benefits • Rectilinear ultra-wide hybrid-type prime for lower distortion (supplemented with digital (profile) correction) • Fast F1.4 maximum aperture for added versatility in low light (faster shutter speeds possible for night-time and astro photography, reducing movement blur and noise) •…
