New GoPro CPSS1 camera registered online
A new, not yet released, GoPro CPSS1 camera has been registered online:
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A new, not yet released, GoPro CPSS1 camera has been registered online:
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We are getting close to the official announcement of the previously reported 7Artisans 85mm f/1.8 autofocus lens. The new 85mm f/1.8 will be very similar in design to the existing 7Artisan AF 50mm f/1.8:
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New lights announced from Godox and Profoto:
Godox ML100Bi portable LED video light (pre-order: Adorama | B&H Photo)
Profoto L1600D mono-LED cinema light (pre-order: Adorama | B&H Photo).
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The previously rumored Yongnuo YN 56mm f/1.4 DA DSM WL PRO APS-C lens for Nikon Z-mount is now officially announced (Yongnuo lenses are sold at Adorama, B&H, and Amazon). Here are the details:
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In addition to the popular photo editing tool, Luminar is also offering photo tours. Their next destination is Iceland:
If you compare other photo tours to Iceland, the price is pretty decent. If you mention the code RUMORS when you sign up, you can get $500 off the original price of $6,000 (the final price will be $5,500).
Tour description:
"From dramatic waterfalls to volcanic lakes and mountains, our Iceland excursion promises an unforgettable experience for photography enthusiasts. Organized in collaboration with the local tour operator and led by professional photographers, this tour offers unique opportunities to elevate your photography skills and take breathtaking shots you’ll want to frame on the wall. Organized in partnership with Europe's leading tour operator Iceland Photo Workshops ehf."
Additional information can be found here:
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The rare Nikon Fisheye-Nikkor 14.3mm f/4 lens for 70mm cinema cameras originally made for Disney
Canon EOS R6 Mark II, EOS R8, EOS R7, EOS R10, EOS R50, EL-5, and ST-E10 Firmware Updates Released
Nikon is investing $160M in a new lens factory for high-end lenses
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In the last three articles in this series, I talked about my visits to Andasibe NP, where I shot lemurs and chameleons, and to Tsingy Rouge NP, where I shot beautiful formations made by erosion. I also talked about shooting sifaka lemurs and baobab trees in the Kirindy Forest reserve. This time, instead of discussing one spot, I'll present a series of locations I briefly visited on my way along the west coast of Madagascar.
Once finished in Kirindy, I took an extremely bumpy ride north to the famous Tsingy De Bemaraha National Park. Unfortunately, I didn't have too much time to stick around and explore the vast expanses of karstic formations in the park, but I did devote some hours to shooting some more beautiful lemur species in the forest next to those formations.
My favorite lemur family is the Sifakas. After shooting the Diademed sifakas in Andasibe and the Verreaux sifaka in Kirindy, I was keen to shoot another species in the family: the beautiful Decken's sifaka. This species is especially fluffy and features all-creamy-white fur, which accentuates its red eyes.
I spent one afternoon shooting the Tsingy themselves, but felt unable to achieve many good compositions. Movement is extremely slow and difficult on these sharp formations, and one often needs to wear a harness and climb to get to the viewing platforms. The view is astounding for sure, and I wished I spent more time exploring the area. Leaving after one afternoon was an unfortunate scheduling necessity.
Backlit trees and rock formations in Tsingy De Bemaraha. Canon 5D4, Canon 11-24mm F4 |
After Tsingy De Bemaraha NP, I returned to the city of Morondava and, before starting a long drive south, stopped by the famous Baobab Alley. This is an over-crowded location, as I quickly found out on an afternoon visit, but it's both empty of people and often foggy during sunrise. It's a nice place, but honestly, it's way overshot. There are beautiful baobabs all over Madagascar (as you saw in the article about Kirindy), where you can get more original compositions and avoid the masses.
Then began the long, long journey south – a two-day drive that I didn't know whether it was more boring or more grueling. The worst dirt roads you can imagine had us going at a snail's pace. We did stop at a few locations along the way, and I took a few shots of less-photographed subjects. One of those was the forest of fat baobabs close to Andavadoaka, a beautiful place in its own right but also one that is way off the tourist path.
The fat baobabs are shorter than the famous ones you have in mind, but in my opinion, they are much more interesting photographically. They are also usually grouped close together, which, while making them harder to shoot, also allows for more interesting compositions. They also kinda look like turnips, don't they?
Fat baobabs also have a type of fungus growing on them that creates absolutely astonishing natural patterns. By the way, if you do visit them, make sure you put on lots and lots of mosquito spray. I was viciously attacked when I first arrived and had to retreat to the car for a proper slather.
Fungus patterns on a fat baobab. Canon 5D4, Canon 70-300mm F4-5.6 |
Canon 5D4, Canon 70-300mm F4-5.6 221mm | 1/80 sec | F11 | ISO 200 |
The most fungus-ridden baobab I saw was further south. It was completely covered in amazing patterns that looked like they were painted by graffiti artists.
The sun star sparkles through the branches of a fungus-ridden baobab. Canon 5D4, Canon 11-24mm F4 |
We continued our two-day drive, passing beautiful views of the Mozambique Channel. The whitest sands I've ever seen were washed by resplendent turquoise waters when we had to turn east, inland, toward Isalo National Park – the subject of the next article in this series.
Erez Marom is a professional nature photographer, photography guide and traveler based in Israel. You can follow Erez's work on Instagram and Facebook, and subscribe to his mailing list for updates and to his YouTube channel.
If you'd like to experience and shoot some of the world's most fascinating landscapes and wildlife with Erez as your guide, take a look at his unique photography workshops in Madagascar, Greenland, the Lofoten Islands, Namibia and Vietnam.
Erez also offers video tutorials discussing his images and explaining how he achieved them.
PentaxRumors published the First leaked picture of the upcoming Pentax 17 half-frame film camera with 25mm f/3.5 lens, built-in flash, and a viewfinder:
Previous coverage of the upcoming Pentax film camera:
Sneak peek of the new Pentax film camera currently under development
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Leica has launched a new LUX app for iOS that's ostensibly intended to reach longstanding fans of the brand and endear a new generation of shooters to the photographic aesthetic of the iconic German camera company – or at least a digital approximation of it.
The app's proprietary image processing engine can apply film emulation presets to existing photos in a similar fashion to Fujifilm's popular offerings. Eleven so-called "Leica Looks" are included in the app at launch, such as Leica Standard, Leica Classic, Leica Contemporary, and Leica Black and White. However, the company says that new looks will be added every month.
Though now available to a much broader potential set of consumers, Leica Look filters technically aren't new for the brand. The feature initially appeared in the company's Fotos app for owners of newer Leica digital cameras.
Like other fully-featured third-party camera apps such as Halide, iPhone photographers can also use the LUX app's automatic mode, "Aperture Mode," and manual control modes to capture photos.
Photo: Leica |
Aperture Mode is the most unique selling point of the new app. Seemingly like Apple's own Portrait Mode on steroids, the feature leverages Leica's image engine to emulate the bokeh and color of the brand's iconic – and for many, unobtainable – premier lenses, such as the Leica Summilux-M 28mm F1.4 ASPH, Summilux-M 35mm F1.4 ASPH, and Noctilux-M 50mm F1.2 ASPH. iPhone 15 Pro (Max) users can also access an APO-Telyt-M 135mm F3.4 emulation thanks to the phone's telephoto lens.
There's also a pro manual mode, which allows advanced users to control settings, including exposure compensation, shutter speeds, ISO, white balance, manual focus, and Raw/ProRaw capture settings. You can also see a live histogram.
While we haven't tested the app yet ourselves, at least some journalists, such as Antonia G. Di Benedetto at The Verge, who have had access to early beta versions, describe the app's processing features as hit-or-miss and the color filters in some cases as heavy-handed, at least for now. Like the built-in portrait modes on many premium smartphones, Leica's efforts to simulate bokeh and depth of field via software seem to struggle to produce realistic results under certain conditions.
A free version of Leica’s LUX App is available from the Apple App Store with limited features, including access to five looks. Paying a monthly subscription fee of $6.99 or an annual fee of $69.99 unlocks all of the app's capabilities. Leica recommends using the app with an iPhone Pro 12 or newer.
Funleader will have one last batch of the Contax G45 f/2 lens for Leica M conversion next month. This will be their final restock of this lens. Pre-orders are now open at a discounted price of $999 instead of the original $1199. You can use code LEICARUMORS for an additional 5% off:
Pre-orders will ship in early July. A limited number of silver G45 lenses are still available. The last batch of G45 lenses will be only in black. Keep in mind that for $999, you will get the complete functioning lens. The conversion kit is also available (without the optics) for $489, where you have to source your original lens and convert it (check the product page for instructions).
Converted Contax G 45mm f/2 lens for Leica M-mount by Funleader
Leica M9 + Contax G 45mm f/2 lens (converted by Funleader) sample photos
Now available: DIY Funleader Helicoid for Contax G45 f/2 lens to Leica M-mount conversion
Just announced: new Funleader Contax G45 f/2 converted lens for Leica M-mount
Last chance to get one: restock of the Contax G45 f/2 lens for Leica M conversion by Funleader
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The Nikon ℤ6 III camera is rumored to be announced next week - here are the latest rumored specifications:
If you have any pictures of the ℤ6 III, please send them anonymously here.
Also: join the Nikon ℤ6 III Facebook Group – it will get very busy there very soon.
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The following Kickstarter projects are still listed for funding:
Old Kickstarter projects now available for direct sale:
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Skylum started a new Luminar Neo summer sale with savings up to 80% off. Here are the details - two different pricing plans are available at checkout:
You can use promo code AFF-JZO8H0 for an additional 20% off. The sale will end on June 10, 2024.
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The new Pentax WG-1000 and WG-8 cameras are already available for pre-order in the UK
Ricoh announced two new waterproof adventure cameras (Pentax WG-1000 and WG-8)
Fujifilm GFX100II and Fujinon GF55mm f/1.7 Firmware Updates Released
New Leica LUX app can simulate the “Leica look” of different lenses
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Tamron announced a new 50-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD lens for Sony E-mount:
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Ricoh announced two new WG series waterproof digital compact cameras (pre-orders will open soon at Adorama, B&H Photo, and Amazon):
The Pentax WG-1000 is an entry-level model designed for casual underwater photography to a depth of 49.2 feet (15 meters) for up to one hour of continuous operation. Lightweight yet rugged, the new camera is also well suited for a range of land-based activities – it is dustproof against dirt and stains and shockproof against a fall from a height of 6.5 feet (2 meters). It comes equipped with a carabiner strap for carrying convenience and a protective jacket to shield the camera body from scratches.
The Pentax WG-8 is the top-of-the-line model, developed to be the toughest of the PENTAX WG series. It’s waterproof to a depth of 65.6 feet (20 meters), shockproof against a fall from heights of 6.8 feet (2.1 meters), and able to operate in temperatures as low as 14°F (-10°C). Even in demanding conditions, it captures super-high-resolution still images of approximately 20 effective megapixels and high-quality 4K-resolution movie clips. Available in black or green, the WG-8 effectively replaces the current-model RICOH WG-6 camera as the premium offering in the product line.
Additional information is available here:
Ricoh announced two new waterproof adventure cameras (Pentax WG-1000 and WG-8)
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Image: Canon |
Canon has announced the RF 35mm F1.4 L VCM lens, the first release in what the company says will become a full series of fixed-focal-length RF lenses with a hybrid design for stills and video, which are intended to work with both EOS photo and Cinema EOS cameras.
The RF 35mm F1.4 L VCM becomes the widest prime lens in Canon's L-series. Its optical formula consists of 14 elements in 11 groups, including two specialized aspherical lens elements and two ultra-low Dispersion glass elements.
The lens also benefits from Canon's Super Spectra Coating, Air Sphere Coating, and fluorine coating. It has 11 aperture blades. Autofocus is driven by a voice coil motor (VCM), a type of linear motor, for quick, precise focusing.
Size-wise, the lens is 99.3mm (3.9") long and has a diameter of 76.5mm (3.0"), making it both shorter and skinnier than Canon's EF 35mm F1.4L II USM, and it weighs in much lighter at 555g (20 oz) compared to 760g (27 oz) for the EF version.
Image: Canon |
Like the RF 24-105mm F2.8 L IS USM Z announced last fall, Canon says it specifically designed the RF 35mm F1.4 L VCM to be a true hybrid stills/video lens in acknowledgment of the new multimedia production demands many professional creatives face today.
As such, the new 35mm prime also features a manual aperture ring, similar to the F 24-105mm F2.8 L, which allows for stepless control of the aperture/iris. Additionally, the lens is designed to minimize focus breathing. It's also compatible with Canon's newly announced, native RF-mouth EOS C400 cinema camera.
The Canon RF 35mm F1.4 L VCM is expected to be available in June at an estimated retail price of $1,499. It includes a case, lens cap, dust cap and lens hood.
New Portable Speedlite with New Multi-Function Shoe Design Also Available
MELVILLE, N.Y., - June 5, 2024 — Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today announced the RF35mm F1.4 L VCM lens and Speedlite EL-10 flash. The new RF35mm lens is the first in a series of fixed focal length RF lenses with hybrid video and still design, and the Speedlite EL-10 integrates with Canon’s new multi-function shoe design, for users of recent Canon EOS cameras.
Answering the needs of many professional high-level photographers, the new RF35m F1.4 L VCM lens can be looked upon as a standard lens for video and still users — for example, those who use the EOS R5 and EOS C70 cameras. This lens is the beginning of a new hybrid lens series and with its fixed focal length, fills a gap as there is not a fixed focal length lens wider than 50mm in the L-series — until now. Ideal for low-light, the RF35mm F1.4 L VCM lens features a manual iris (aperture) ring which helps provide better control when shooting movies.
The lens allows very little focus “breathing” as focus is moved, and it’s highlighted by two Aspherical lens elements and two ultra-low Dispersion glass elements. Overall, this lens has the outstanding L-series optical design many professionals have grown accustomed to. In addition, the lens can be used with the newly announced Canon EOS C400 cinema camera, further reinforcing Canon’s full support of the video market.
“The new RF35mm F1.4 L VCM lens is the answer for high-level video in the mirrorless market – while also providing still-imaging storytellers the durability and optical performance that is synonymous with Canon lenses,” said Brian Mahar, senior vice president & general manager, Canon U.S.A., Inc.
The Speedlite EL-10 flash is designed for the amateur photographer who is stepping into the mirrorless world, and the veteran user who is looking to get reacquainted with flash photography.
The multi-function shoe helps the still imagery storyteller by providing immediate access to the flash control menu, and either an on-camera EL-10 or the optional super-compact Speedlite Transmitter ST-E10 assists with triggering from one through up to fifteen off-camera flashes2.
The Speedlite EL-10 is a radio-based wireless flash with 2nd-curtain sync capabilities, and leverages four AA batteries instead of a separate battery that requires charging — making operation more streamlined for some users. In addition, it features a Custom Flash Mode function, allowing the end-user to register and store up to three sets of flash settings, and is approximately the same size and weight as its predecessor the Speedlite 430EX-III RT — while also pushing out the same amount of power. Automatic balanced fill flash is a key benefit to using flash photography, whether during daytime or low-light with slow shutter speed, and the Speedlite EL-10 is an excellent gear bag addition to achieve that creative look in one’s photos.
“Flash photography is a simple yet versatile way to add drama to one’s photos and with Canon’s steadfast commitment to reliability, the Speedlite EL-10 provides a full-circle Canon shooting experience,” continued Brian Mahar, senior vice president & general manager, Canon U.S.A., Inc.
RF35mm F1.4 L VCM lens is expected to be available in June for an estimated retail piece of $1,499.00 and the Speedlite EL-10 is also expected to be available in June for an estimated retail price of $249.99*.
The Pentax WG-8 "Adventure Proof" compact Image: Ricoh |
Ricoh has announced two new Pentax WG waterproof compacts: the range-topping WG-8 and the entry-level WG-1000.
The WG-8 replaces the Pentax WG-6 (and the Ricoh-branded WG-6 that came before it) at the top of the lineup. It's a 20MP camera with a Type 1/2.3 sensor (6.2x4.6mm) that's waterproof to a depth of 20m (65.6ft) for two hours: the deepest yet offered by the range. Ricoh says this is equivalent to an IPX8 or JIS Class 8 rating.
It's also shockproof from 2.1m (6.5ft), able to withstand 100kg force (220lb of force) and can withstand temperatures as low as -10°C (14°F). It has a 3.0" 1.04M dot (720 x 480px) rear LCD.
The WG-8 has a 28-140mm equivalent zoom lens with an F3.5-5.5 maximum aperture and a six LED ringlight around the lens. It can shoot up to 4K/30 video and can act as a webcam. It includes GPS and compass.
Pentax WG-1000 Image: Ricoh |
The less expensive WG-1000 has a 16MP sensor and a 27-108mm equiv zoom. This has a maximum aperture of F3.0-6.6. It makes do with a 2.7" 230k dot (320 x 240px) rear display. It can only shoot video up to 1080/30.
Its durability specs are also lower, with waterproofing rated to 15m (49.2ft), shockproof from 2m (6.5ft). It also lacks its more expensive sibling's GPS and compass features. Neither model can cature Raw data.
The WG-8 will be available in late July at a recommended price of $399.95. The WG-1000 will arrive in mid July, costing around $229.95.
Press Release:
New cameras offer consumers entry-level and top-of-the-line options in all-weather
adventure cameras from Ricoh
PARSIPPANY, New Jersey, June 5, 2024 — Ricoh Imaging Americas Corporation today announced it has expanded its lineup of waterproof, digital compact cameras with two new models: the entry-level PENTAX WG-1000 and top-of-the-line PENTAX WG-8. The newest additions to the WG series of all-weather adventure cameras both feature a rugged chassis, plus the waterproof, dustproof and shock-resistant features the series is known for.
The WG-1000 is designed for casual underwater photography to a depth of 49.2 feet (15 meters) for up to one hour of continuous operation. Lightweight yet rugged, the new camera is also well suited for a range of land-based activities – it is dustproof against dirt and stains and shockproof against a fall from a height of 6.5 feet (2 meters). It comes equipped with a carabiner strap for carrying convenience and a protective jacket to shield the camera body from scratches.
The WG-1000 features a four-times optical zoom lens with a focal-length coverage from 4.9 mm to 19.6mm (equivalent to approximately 27mm to 108mm in the 35mm format). When coupled with its Digital Zoom function, the camera’s zoom range can be extended by approximately 24 times for high-magnification zoom photography. Its back-illuminated, 16.35-megapixel CMOS image sensor delivers sharp, clear, high-resolution images, even at a super-high sensitivity of ISO 3200.
Available in gray or olive, the WG-1000 offers seven image capture modes and a variety of color modes, enabling users to enhance their images based on their shooting environment and add their own personal aesthetic to the finished photos. The color modes include conventional Black and White and Sepia modes, as well as more creative options like Japan Style, which enhances bluish hues; Italian Style, which enhances greenish hues; and French Style, which enhances reddish hues.
Developed to be the toughest of the PENTAX WG series, the WG-8 boasts outstanding waterproof, shockproof and cold-resistant performance. This top-of-the-line model is waterproof to a depth of 65.6 feet (20 meters), shockproof against a fall from heights of 6.8 feet (2.1 meters), and able to operate in temperatures as low as 14°F (-10°C). Even in demanding conditions, it captures super-high-resolution still images of approximately 20 effective megapixels and high- quality 4K-resolution movie clips.
The WG-8 features a five-times optical zoom lens with focal-length coverage from 5mm to 25mm (equivalent to approximately 28mm to 140mm in the 35mm format). The lens’s minimum focusing distance of one centimeter allows the user to capture a wide range of images, from eye-catching close-ups to sweeping landscapes. Its Intelligent Zoom function extends the zoom range by approximately 40.5 times without compromising image quality.
The WG-8 has a host of advanced features and user-friendly functions, including a multi- application ring light, ideal for close-up macro photography, and web camera capability when connected to a computer for live-streaming of high-quality, high-resolution images. Its heavy-duty construction ensures that the WG-8 performs superbly and dependably in harsh, demanding outdoor conditions and on worksites.
Available in black or green, the WG-8 effectively replaces the current-model RICOH WG-6 camera as the premium offering in the product line
The WG-1000 will be available mid-July at www.us.ricoh-imaging.com as well as at Ricoh Imaging-authorized retail outlets nationwide for a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $229.95
The WG-8 will be available late July at www.us.ricoh-imaging.com as well as at Ricoh Imaging- authorized retail outlets nationwide for a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $399.95
The long-rumored Panasonic GH7 camera is now officially announced:
Panasonic also announced a new DMW-XLR2 microphone adapter:
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