[Deal du jour] Malgré la sortie du nouveau casque de Sony, le WH-1000XM5 de Sony reste encore aujourd'hui une super affaire, avec un rapport qualité-prix imbattable.

Here is the official price increase due to the Trump tariffs for all Sony products manufactured in China that will be effective this coming Monday, May 19, 2025 (previously reported here) - check the current Sony pricing and availability at B&H:

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Sony has two already registered but not yet announced cameras:

• WW934774
• WW697160

Here is the full list of Sony camera models:

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Sony quietly announced a new Sony FX3A camera with some minor updates. This is the first of the two expected new Sony cameras.

The comparison between the two Sony FX3 camera models can be found here - I couldn't spot any differences.

Here is an AI-generated report of Sony FX3 vs. Sony FX3A :

Recent reports indicate that Sony has released an updated version of the FX3, designated as the FX3A (ILME-FX3A). This is not a major "Mark II" successor but rather a refresh of the existing model, primarily due to component availability. Here's a breakdown of the key differences and similarities:

Key Differences (FX3A vs FX3):

• LCD Screen: The most significant change is an upgraded rear LCD screen. The original FX3 featured a screen with approximately 1.44 million dots. The new FX3A incorporates a higher-resolution LCD with approximately 2.36 million dots, the same used in the FX30. This should provide a sharper and more detailed image for monitoring and menu navigation.
• USB Port: Some sources indicate the FX3A features a more standardized USB-C connection, potentially replacing an older USB 3.2 Gen 1 port on the original FX3. This aims to improve compatibility with modern accessories and streamline workflows.
• Included Charger: The FX3A is reported to ship with a dual battery charger (BC-QZ1), an improvement over the single-slot charger that came with the original FX3.
• Removed Features: Some minor, largely defunct features like the infrared remote function and NFC may have been removed in the FX3A.
• Excluded Accessories: The FX3A reportedly no longer ships with a USB-C cable or power cord.
• Price: There are indications that the FX3A might have a higher price point (around $4500 in the USA) due to new tariff rules, though this can vary by region and retailer. Some UK retailers list it around £3,599.00.

In essence:

The Sony FX3A is a minor revision of the FX3, primarily driven by the discontinuation of the original LCD screen. While it offers a noticeably improved display and a dual charger, its fundamental imaging performance and core video features remain unchanged from the well-regarded FX3. If you already own an FX3, the FX3A is unlikely to be a compelling upgrade unless the screen resolution is a critical factor for you. For new buyers, the FX3A will be the current model available, offering the same core benefits with a couple of minor modernizations.

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En décidant de reporter de plusieurs mois la sortie de GTA VI, Rockstar Games admet ce que tout le monde devinait déjà. Surtout, le studio libère une partie de l'industrie du jeu vidéo, qui n'aurait pas osé sortir de jeux au même moment que le prochain Grand Theft Auto. La fin d'année 2025 devrait être malgré tout enthousiasmante pour les fans de jeux, sur PlayStation, Xbox, Switch et PC.

Sony is rumored to spin off its Image Sensor Business as a separate company as soon as this year:

"The spinoff and listing of Sony Semiconductor Solutions Corp. may occur as soon as this year, according to people familiar with the matter, asking not to be named discussing a private deal. Sony is considering distributing the bulk of its holding in the chip business to shareholders, and may retain a minority holding after the spinoff, one of the people said.

For the chip business, which makes industry-leading image sensors that go into cameras inside Apple Inc. and Xiaomi Corp. phones, a spinoff could give it greater flexibility to make faster business decisions and raise funds. Sony derived an estimated ¥1.7 trillion in sales last fiscal year from that division, though it’s unclear if the company intends to spin off the entire unit."

The billionaire investor Daniel Loeb suggested exactly that back in 2019:

Daniel Loeb calling for Sony to spin off sensor business

Source: Bloomberg, via SonyAddict

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Sony a dévoilé les trois jeux qui seront offerts aux abonnés PlayStation Plus en mai. Il y a le phénomène Balatro au programme.

The Sony FE 400-800mm f/6.3-8 G OSS lens is no longer available for order at B&H Photo and Adorama, and the Amazon listing is now $700 more expensive (from $2,898 to 3,599):

I did check, and the seller on Amazon (AVC Photo Store & Studio) is an authorized Sony dealer, not a third-party reseller known to inflate prices.

Leica, Fuji, and Blackmagic have already announced price increases, and Canon will follow soon:

Here we go: Blackmagic Design increased prices in the US only

Coming next: Fujifilm price increase in the US

Breaking: Canon to increase prices in the US as a result of the new Trump tariffs

Leica US price increase officially announced for May 1st

Nikon, rebates, and tariffs

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Sony a dévoilé la date de sortie de Ghost of Yotei, grosse exclusivité de la PlayStation 5 : il sera disponible 2 octobre. Problème : l'ombre de GTA 6 menace, avec une sortie plausible à l'automne. De fait, Ghost of Yotei risque d'arriver au même moment que le mastodonte de Rockstar Games.

Here are the latest US rebates from Nikon, Canon, and Sony:

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Sony déploie, ce jeudi 24 avril 2025, une nouvelle mise à jour pour ses consoles PS5. Les fans noteront le retour de la personnalisation de l'interface avec un thème aux couleurs des anciennes PlayStation.

Sony announced a new FE 50-150mm f/2 GM lens, pre-orders just opened in the US:

• Pre-orders: B&H Photo | WEX Photo | Foto Erhardt
• Additional information
• Press release
• First look
• Stunning portraits
• Videos
• More coverage:

Joining Sony’s premium lens range, the FE 50-150mm f2 G Master is built for versatility and creative expression. With its constant f2 aperture, the lens offers expressive depth of field control and enhanced performance in low light. Its intricate optical design, paired with four XD linear AF motors, delivers fast, precise autofocusing and exceptional sharpness across the frame. It's impressively sleek and mobile, making it ideal for weddings, events and sports.

Versatile telephoto zoom range

Made for portraits, weddings & sports

Sony G Master optical performance

Constant f2 aperture

Four XD linear AF motors

Dust and moisture resistant

Sony FE 50-150mm f/2 GM Announced

Sony Electronics Launches FE 50-150MM F2 GM Press Release

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Sony registered a new camera overseas under the code WW934774. The new model is expected to be a large CMOS sensor camera manufactured in China:

Both Fujifilm and Sony registered new products in Asia

Source: Weibo

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[Deal du jour] La DualSense Edge est une manette Pro de qualité pour la PlayStation 5, vendue bien trop chère à sa sortie. Sous les 200 €, elle devient enfin plus intéressante.

Sony a dévoilé les entrailles et certains secrets de la PlayStation 5 Pro, la console la plus puissante de son histoire. Les trois bandes noires, qui rappellent Adidas, ont un but précis.

Cela fait bientôt cinq ans que la PS5 a trouvé sa place dans nos foyers. Depuis son lancement en 2020, la console de Sony a accueilli une multitude de jeux, allant du survival horror au FPS, en passant par des RPG. Il y en a pour tous les goûts. Numerama en a testé un grand nombre au fil des années. Voici notre sélection des meilleurs jeux à découvrir (ou redécouvrir) sur PS5 en 2025.

Face à la conjoncture économique actuelle, Sony a décidé d'augmenter une nouvelle fois le prix de la PS5. Seul le modèle dépourvu d'un lecteur de disque est concerné : il passe à 500 €, contre 400 € à son lancement en 2020.

PlayStation va lancer une énième réédition de ses jeux The Last of Us, dans un coffret unique réunissant les deux jeux sur PS5. Leur prix : 120 euros en physique, 109,99 euros en physique.

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