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.
Leica M10-R review
The Leica M10-R is the most accomplished digital M to date. In this concise review, Kevin Carter takes a look. What is it? The Leica M10-R is a high-resolution version of the Leica M10 rangefinder. According to a spokesperson at Leica, “the new higher-resolution sensor has been added to the range to accommodate the demands of professionals and ADs (art directors) requiring the extra flexibility of larger image dimensions during post-production.” The new M10-R model adopts the familiar body and layout of the original Leica M-10, complete with a new full-frame 40.89MP RGB CMOS sensor, sans AA filter, and native ISO 100-50,000 sensitivity. In addition to higher resolution, Leica also…
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…
Leica announces the Leica SL2-S
Leica has announced the latest version of the Leica SL2, the SL2-S. The new model, which adopts the familiar body of the original SL2, launched late last year, features a newly developed 24 Mp BSI-CMOS sensor for improved low-light performance, and likely higher dynamic range – though we’ll have to wait to see. According to the specs provided by Leica, the SL2-S can capture both 4K DCI and UHD footage from the full width of the sensor, oversampled from 6K. Here’s a summary of the new features, from Leica: High-quality sensor The core element of the Leica SL2-S is the newly developed BSI-CMOS image sensor with a resolution of 24…
Capture One Black Friday Sale Starts
Capture One has started its Black Friday Sale [affiliate link], which is valid this weekend, All Capture One products have a 30% discount. To receive the discount add this code at checkout: BLACKFRIDAY30. And, if you buy a new Capture One perpetual license now, including the standard Pro (all camera brands), Pro Fujifilm, Pro Sony, and Pro Nikon, you’ll get a free upgrade to Capture One 21 when it’s released (expected early December).
