DXOMark compares Dynamic Range between Nikon Z7 II, Sony A7R IV and Canon EOS R5
DXOMark has just published the results for the Nikon Z7 II and compared them with the Canon EOS R5 and the Sony A7R IV, which are all fine cameras with excellent image quality. Most readers will be interested in the dynamic range, as it has a more meaningful effect on image quality at all ISOs than noise levels, especially low ISOs. However, as DR is reported at the measured ISO by DXOMark it can be difficult to decipher from the graphs what it is at the manufacturer settings – they are after all what you set on the camera. That said, using the measured ISO to present the sensor data…
Canon announces the development of the EOS R3 and three tele lenses
Canon has announced three new lenses today for the EOS R system, including the RF 400mm F2.8L IS USM, RF 600mm F4L IS USM and one I had the pleasure to be asked to write the intro for on the Canon PRO web site, the RF 100mm F2.8L Macro IS USM. The macro lens is intriguing for its maximum 1.4x magnification and spherical aberration control, so it can do double duty for portraiture. Also interesting is that it features a mechanism to reduce focus breathing, so it will appeal not only to the video crowd but also for hardcore macro users who use focus stacking. Canon also announced the development…
Capture One Pro 21: Should you buy a perpetual license or a subscription?
Update: this article was written for Capture One Pro 21, and prices may have changed for Capture One Pro 22/23, therefore, please check before committing to any purchase. Please consider buying a licence or subscription if you found this feature useful through our links. Capture One can be purchased from a retailer if you prefer (licence and/or subscription): WEX (UK) B&H Photo (US) Adorama (US) Capture One Pro is the most fully-featured alternative to Lightroom, and there’s a lot to like about it, from the unique dual management options of Catalogs and Sessions to the implementation of Layers and colour reproduction and more. Also, unlike Lightroom, you can either…
Sony silently launches A7R IVA with new higher res LCD screen
Sony has silently launched the Sony A7R IVA (ILCE-7RM4A). The new model differs by the rear LCD screen resolution, which is now 2,359,296 dots, up from 1,440,000 dots in the original. Also upgraded is the USB-C port that supports USB 3.2 (SuperSpeed USB 5 Gbps). Although the increase in resolution is welcome, existing owners are likely to be perplexed by the new model. At this time it’s not known if any other improvements have been made – there has been no official announcement. The new camera is listed for sale on the Sony US and Sony UK sites and appears to replace the existing model. Curiously, the A7R III has seen a…
Low pricing on SanDisk SDXC Extreme Pro UHS-I memory cards
As the proliferation of new memory card types continues, there are several good deals to be had on SDXC SanDisk Extreme Pro UHS-I type cards, especially via UK retailer PicStop [affiliate link]. These cards are fine for most stills and lower-bit-rate video. I no longer consider anything under 64GB and UHS-II is preferred (especially with video and when high burst rates are required – look for V90 rather than V60 minimum sustained write speeds). That said, for UHS-I cards with 170MB/s read, and 90MB/s write speed (V30 min sustained write speed of 30MB/s) you can’t beat such a low price £14.99 for 64GB cards or £27.99 for 128GB for SanDisk…
Grab a free filter ring when buying a Lee 100 Holder
Lee Filters, the manufacturer of the popular Lee 100 filter system is offering a free filter ring when buying a Lee 100 Holder [affliate link]. You can choose either a standard ring fitting 49-82mm filter threads or the usually more expensive wide angle type over 43-82mm. As most of the new pro-grade lenses, such as the Canon RF 50/85mm and the ‘zoom trinity’ have 82mm filter threads, it’s a good opportunity to get an 82mm WA ring for free. The offer closes on the 31st March.
Stock Notice: Canon EOS R5
One of the most difficult to find cameras, the Canon EOS R5, is now in-stock available via Amazon UK [affiliate link]
DXOMARK benchmarks Sony a7S III sensor
DXOMARK has tested the sensor performance in the Sony a7S III. You can read the full review, here. Check prices: WEX UK B&H US
Capture One announce first sale of version 21, with up to $40 USD off for new users
From 21st Dec 2020 untill 3rd January 2021, new customers can save up to $40 USD on the recently introduced Capture One 21 (bundles only) with promo code HOLIDAYSTYLES. The products included in this offer: Capture One Pro 21 perpetual license + Ultimate Styles collection Capture One Pro 21 annual prepaid subscription + Ultimate Styles collection Capture One 21 brand versions (Fujifilm / Sony / Nikon) perpetual license + Professional Styles kit Capture One 21 brand versions ( Fujifilm / Sony / Nikon) 21 annual prepaid subscription + Professional Styles kit
DXOMark benchmarks Canon EOS R6 sensor
DXOMark has evaluated the sensor in the Canon EOS R6 and found it to be very close in performance to the flagship Canon EOS-1DX Mark III*. After running the camera through the labs the technicians, based in Boulogne-Billancourt, a suburb of Paris, found the EOS R6 has an impressive maximum dynamic range of just over 14 stops at both ISO 50 and ISO 100 (they return the same result). While it’s thought not to be a dual gain sensor, the EOS R6 intriguingly shows a bump in DR after ISO 200. Remember DXO shows measured ISO, so it’s effectively at ISO 400 on the camera, where it retains an…
