Fujifilm to announce GF30mm F3.5 R WR
Fujifilm is allegedly preparing to announce the GF30mm F3.5 R WR to add to their GFX range of medium format cameras (GFX100, GFX 50S, GFX 50R), according to a reliable and well-known source. From the specs below it looks to a highly compact design and would fit in between the current GF23mm F4 R LM WR and GF45mm F2.8 R WR. Based on the GFX sensor size of 44 x 33mm, the new GF30mm F3.5 R WR would be the equivalent to a 24mm on full frame 35mm. Key specs: 13 elements in 10 groups (2 aspherical, 2 ED lenses) 0.32m minimum focus distance (0.15x magnification) 58mm filter diameter 84…
Sony SD card replacement program
Sony issued a replacement program (a recall in common parlance) for some SD cards on 18 June, 2020 relating to their SF-M series, as well as their two Tough spec series, the SF-M (T) and SF-G (T). If your cards have an asterisk before the lower of the two serial numbers on the reverse side of the card or start with TR (SF-G Tough only) then your card is unaffected. Although this was reported by DPReview which published US contact details only, if you’re in GB, Ireland, Latvia or Estonia, you can request an SD card exchange from the following link, here. Sony state that recorded footage data on the card…
Specs leak on new Panasonic Lumix G100
Update (24 June, 2020): Panasonic has officially launched the Lumix G100. It’s quite clearly not the replacement for the G90/95 but a new model aimed at the market leading APS-C v-logging ILC, the Canon M50. B&H Photo (US) WEX Photo (UK) Details have emerged online via a popular and reliable source on the core spec’s of the Micro Four Thirds Panasonic Lumix G100 (US)/G110 (in Europe), the replacement for the current G90/G95 and G99. Specifications: 20MP Live MOS sensor 5-axis hybrid IS (hybrid function during movie only) 4K 24/30p video Full HD at 120fps 3.68M dot EVF (with 0.73x magnification) 3-inch (1.84 M dot) vari-angle LCD touch screen Nokia OZO…
DXOMark reviews Canon EOS-1D X Mark III sensor
Update July 2020: DXOMark, the Paris-based independant lab behind the sensor performance data used throughout the photo-industry, has updated the sensor performance score of the Canon EOS-1D X Mark III. The new score, which was revised due to an error in the original measurement data, has led to an improved overall DXOMark score of 91, up from 83. With the newly corrected data DXOMark are claiming the Canon EOS-1 D X Mark III sensor now has a wider dynamic range than the Sony a9 II at low ISOs which makes the camera more versatile in a wider range of lighting conditions. It also compares favourably at high ISOs which DXOMark…
Black and White Conversion using Capture One Pro
Capture One Pro has one of the best (if not the best) B&W conversion options of any software application to date. Here we give you a mini-sampler of its capabilities. Black and white images are probably most authentic and compelling when the original image was conceived with the idea of it being in mono. Typically that means it was originally composed without strong colour influences, but that’s not necessarily so. Take the image above as an example, it was one of a series captured with the 50MP Fujifilm GFX-50R and the 45mm F2.8, equivalent to a FF 35mm, and it works well either in colour or B&W. So how do…
Sony UK announce Summer Cashback
Sony UK has announced a Summer Cashback promotion. For example the Sony A7R IV has £300 cashback (see below). Terms and conditions apply. Wex Photo (UK) Park Cameras (UK) Sony are also offering a one year extended warranty, check eligibility here.
Capture One 20 update out now
Capture One 20 (internally 13.1.0 ) has been released with a few new features, including a Lightroom catalog import function and support for new camera models. This version supports various camera brands and most up-to-date models, and is priced at US$299, however there are also subscription versions. There is also a Nikon-only version available now for US$129. This version is similar to the Sony-only and Fujifilm-only version only but it has profiles that match the in-camera Picture Controls, plus there is support for a wider range of models for tethered shooting.
Capture One launches Spring Campaign
Update, 01 April; a discount of 25% is now available for the standard version of Capture One, which supports multiple camera brands. Please follow this link to the official store and use the PRO25 promo code for the discount. Capture One has announced a new Spring Campaign with 25% off for new users only, that is for purchases of new licenses and subscriptions, not upgrades. The caveat? Well, you have to be either a Sony or Fujifilm user – there are no discounts for users of other camera brands. If you’re interested in Capture One for Sony, follow this link or if you’re a Fujifilm (GF or XF) user, follow this…
Capture One Pro 20 announced
The latest full version upgrade to Capture One Pro has been announced. Besides the new features listed below, support for new cameras such as the Canon EOS M6 II and EOS 90, Nikon Z 50, Panasonic Lumix S1H and Olympus EM5 III. Also new is the change in version naming. Capture One is now version 20 for the year 2020, instead of version 13. Want to know if you should upgrade, subscribe or buy a license? Then you need to read this article (recently updated to include the new prices on upgrades). Check back in a few days when I’ll have an article explaining the new features in Capture One…
Black Friday Deals
Black Friday and Cyber Week are exceptional this year, further proof, if any were needed, of the declining sales in high-end camera gear. It’s not just DSLRs that are being pushed, the latest mirrorless models in including the Canon EOS R and RP. The Nikon Z 7 and Z 6 are also included. Still, if you’re in the market for new gear, now is a good time to consider it. Most, if not all of the deals are live already and many have been extended to Cyber Week. Please visit regularly, as I will be updating this page as new deals are announced. Buying through the following links helps the…
