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Leica Q2 Monochrom officially announced
Leica has introduced a monochrome version of the popular Leica Q/Q2 compacts. Like those models, it features a 28mm f1.7 Summilux lens and full-frame sensor, only the new model sports a 47MP CMOS sans Bayer filter. The main benefit here over the 40MP Leica M Monochrom, besides the slightly higher pixel count, is the Q2 Monochrom’s autofocus and built-in EVF. The latter allows the user to not only view in B&W of course but more importantly to compose in B&W. While you can do that with the M Monochrom you would have to use the optional Visoflex or compose via the camera’s rear LCD. Both options are less compelling solutions to…
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Pre-order Capture One Pro 21 and receive 20% off plus a free Sample Styles pack
UPDATE (9th December): Capture One 21 has been released. New features include Dehaze, Speed Edit, HEIC support and ‘ProStandard’ profiles for certain cameras. There also a redesigned Importer and support for tethering certain Leica cameras. You can buy or upgrade directly from Capture One [affiliate link]. Capture One is promoting the new version 21 – it’s not out yet but Capture One 20 perpetual license holders pre-ordering an upgrade for version 21 will receive 20% off and immediately receive a Sample styles pack for free. This pack will include 5 styles from their most popular collections (Beyond Film, Beyond B&W, Film, Seasonal, Latitude – Sunbound). In order to qualify you must apply the…
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Capture One 20 update adds support for Sony ZV-1 and Nikon Z5
Capture One has announced a service release for Capture One 20 adding RAW file support for the following new cameras: Sony ZV-1 Nikon Z5 In addition to the RAW file support for the above cameras, there’s also lens profile support for the following lenses: Sony FE 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 G OSS + Sony 1.4X Teleconverter (SEL14TC) The new 13.1.3 update also features several bug fixes. Service updates are free if you’re a subscriber (as are full updates) or when you’ve purchased a current perpetual license. Capture One has also announced a new promotion with 25% off pre-paid annual subscriptions. Please follow the link here [affiliate link], and enter the promo code…
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B&H Photo show stock of Canon EOS R5
For more information please follow the [affiliate] link to B&H Photo (US). Thank you for support.
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New Canon Cinema EOS Camera to be Announced at Canon Vision
Canon will announce a new Cinema EOS camera at the Canon Vision virtual trade exhibition, at 2pm Thursday, 24th September. The new cinema camera is expected to feature an RF mount – the first in the line up to do so. Details are still unclear about the sensor and whether or not it features high frame rates (up to 100/120 fps). Canon Vision event details: DATE: 24th and 25th September 2020 TIME: From 14:00 CEST LOCATION: Canon Vision platform (online) Live broadcasts available in English only To visit Canon Vision trade show and to explore the programme of events, please register at the following link: https://www.canon.co.uk/pro/events/canon-vision/
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Canon UK Store shows stock of Canon EOS R5
Update: Keep checking back regularly, as stock comes in and then it’s sold within minutes, and then it’s back to pre-order. The Canon Store UK is showing the Canon EOS R5 in stock at £4199 (inc VAT).There’s free delivery on all orders over £30. Act fast if you want to buy one, as the stock sells in minutes. We use the Canon Store, as prices are competitive and delivery is via UPS and extremely well-packaged.
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Sony announces A-mount lens adaptor LA-EA5
Sony has announced the new LA-EA5, a 35mm Full-frame A-mount lens adaptor that allows users to easily pair advanced E-mount camera bodies with A-mount lenses. Press release: Today, Sony announced the new LA-EA5, a 35mm Full-frame A-mount lens adaptor that allows users to easily pair advanced E-mount camera bodies[i] with A-mount lensesi. Using the new LA-EA5 A-mount adaptor, users can now access the acclaimed autofocus and high-speed shooting capabilities found in Sony’s latest E-mount camera bodiesi with A-mount SSM (Super Sonic wave Motor) and SAM (Smooth Autofocus Motor) lenses[ii], as well as A-mount lenses that do not have internal focus motors. When used with the Alpha 7R IV[iii] or Alpha…
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First UK stock of Canon EOS R5 arrives at WEX
Update: The EOS R5 stock has sold out and it’s now back to pre-order. Wex UK is showing the Canon EOS R5 in stock at £4199 (inc VAT). Canon CPS members can claim a EF-EOS R mount adapter for free, when ordering the EOS R5.
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Capture One adds support for Canon EOS R5 and Sony A7S III
Capture One has added RAW file support for the following new cameras: Canon EOS R5 Canon EOS R6 Sony A7S III (tethered support is not currently available) Sigma FP In addition to the RAW file support for the above cameras*, there’s lens profile support for the Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24mm f/1.8G ED, and several new Fujifilm Film Simulations for the medium format cameras: ETERNA (Cinema) and CLASSIC NEGATIVE for the 50R and 50S, plus ETERNA BLEACH, CLASSIC NEGATIVE for the GFX100. The new 13.1.2 update also supports macOS 10.15.6 and features several critical bug fixes. The update is free if you’re a subscriber or you’ve purchased a current perpetual license.…
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B&H Photo has Leica M10 with $1000 Instant Savings
B&H Photo has $1000 USD off the 24-MP Leica M10 black finish, not the M10-P, but it’s still a tempting price for what is essentially a well-rounded model. Leica is moving over to the new higher res Leica M10-R. B&H Photo (US)
