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).
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…
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…
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…
