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Great deal: through Dec 13th (Wed), Save an extra 5% - 10% on select (many) items when using the Payboo card at B&H!

Four Apple MacBooks are included!

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Don't have a Payboo card? Get one now. At B&H, I use this card exclusively. It's a great deal without the extra 5% - 10% savings.

Act fast! Canon USA just restocked select refurbished cameras and refurbished lenses, and some items are significantly discounted.

Expect Canon USA refurbished gear to be like new with an as-new warranty and a great price.

Through 12-11-2023 at 11:59 pm ET, use promo code SV10 to save 10% sitewide at KEH Camera.

* Excludes Gift Cards, New grade, Like New grade, Like New Minus grade, Protection Plans, and some models.

While supplies last.

B&H has a 10-rated ("Preowned equipment that looks good as new; no signs of wear") used Sony FE 400mm f/2.8 GM OSS Lens in stock.

Learn more: Sony FE 400mm F2.8 GM OSS Lens Review

Adorama improves on the Canon EOS R6 Mark II $500.00 instant savings promotion by including a Canon LP-E6NH Battery & Lexar Professional 1667x memory card.

Image quality test results are now available on the Canon RF-S 10-18mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM Lens page.

Here are some comparisons (discern between the different camera resolutions):

Compared to the Canon EF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM Lens

Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM Lens

Canon EF-M 11-22mm f/4-5.6 IS STM Lens

Sigma 10-18mm F2.8 DC DN Contemporary Lens

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Check out today's B&H Deal Zone for big savings on:

• Lexar 1TB Professional CFexpress Type B Card GOLD Series – only $299.99 after $170.00 in-cart coupon instant savings
• Lensbaby Optic Swap Kit (Spark) – only $349.95 after $300.00 instant savings
• Lensbaby Optic Swap Kit (Founder) – only $419.95 after $380.00 instant savings
• & more!

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Worth browsing: Deals of the Week at B&H.

Used EOS R3 and R7 cameras are available in the B&H Canon EOS mirrorless camera inventory.

Used RF 24-70mm, 28-70mm, and RF 70-200mm F2.8 lenses are now available in Adorama's Canon RF lens inventory.

Used a7C R and a7C II cameras are available in the B&H Sony Alpha camera inventory.

Used FE 16-35mm F2.8 II and 24-70mm F2.8 II lenses were just added to the Sony FE lens inventory.

B&H has 249 "Good As New" and "Like New" (10-rated or open box) used monitors in stock, most with big savings.

Two especially attractive options for photo and video:

Dell U3223QE UltraSharp 31.5" 4K HDR Monitor for $564.95 (reg. $929.00 before holiday savings)

Dell U2723QE UltraSharp 27" 4K UHD HDR IPS Monitor for $474.95 (reg. $599.99 before holiday savings)

As usual, this gear is being sold to fund new gear to review. Check the list to see if anything fits into your kit. Most items are like new.

Bryan's Used Gear for Sale

Brands available include Sony, Really Right Stuff, ProGrade Digital, B+W, and more.
 

Canon EOS R5 C firmware update version 1.0.6.1 is available for download (Canon USA).

Firmware Version 1.0.6.1 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. The following features are enabled when the following lens is attached: CN-E31.5-95mm T1.7 L S
   - Displaying metadata, such as the model name and the focal distance of the lens attached.
   - Displaying T number.
   - Support for Peripheral Illumination Correction and Chromatic Lens Aberration Correction.
   - Support for [Dual Pixel Focus Guide].
2. Adds support for the following RF-Mount Cinema Prime Lenses:
   CN-R14mm T3.1 L F
   CN-R20mm T1.5 L F
   CN-R24mm T1.5 L F
   CN-R35mm T1.5 L F
   CN-R50mm T1.3 L F
   CN-R85mm T1.3 L F
   CN-R135mm T2.2 L F
3. The following features are enabled when the following lens is attached: RF24-105mm F2.8L IS USM Z
   - Support for aperture ring adjustment.
   - Support for zoom operations.
4. Adds support for the Power Zoom Adapter PZ-E2.
5. Adds [_Proxy] option in XF-AVC proxy media name.
6. Improves vector scope.
   - Changes to display [BT.2020] in the frame when the color space is set to BT.2020.
   - Changes to always display the target color name.
7. Adds Tally OSD menu display option. This new feature adds a highlighted boarder to the OSD signal during recording.

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Canon EOS C500 Mark II firmware update version 1.0.9.1 is available for download (Canon USA).

Firmware Version 1.0.9.1 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. The following features are enabled when the following lens is attached: CN-E31.5-95mm T1.7 L S/SP:
   - Displaying metadata, such as the model name and the focal distance of the lens attached.
   - Displaying T number.
   - Support for Peripheral Illumination Correction and Chromatic Lens Aberration Correction.
   - Support for [Dual Pixel Focus Guide]. (CN-E31.5-95mm T1.7 L S only)
2. Adds support for the Canon Multi-Camera Control.
3. Adds support for the Remote Camera Controller RC-IP1000.
4. Adds Digital-Teleconverter function. (1.5x / 2x / 2.5x / 3x)
5. Adds [_Proxy] option in XF-AVC proxy media name.
6. Improves Vector Scope.
   - Changes to display [BT.2020] in the frame when the color space is set to BT.2020.
   - Changes to always display the target color name.

Canon EOS C300 Mark III firmware update version 1.0.7.1 is available for download (Canon USA).

Firmware Version 1.0.7.1 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. The following features are enabled when the following lens is attached: CN-E31.5-95mm T1.7 L S/SP:
   - Displaying metadata, such as the model name and the focal distance of the lens attached.
   - Displaying T number.
   - Support for Peripheral Illumination Correction and Chromatic Lens Aberration Correction.
   - Support for [Dual Pixel Focus Guide]. (CN-E31.5-95mm T1.7 L S only)
2. Adds support for the Canon Multi-Camera Control.
3. Adds support for the Remote Camera Controller RC-IP1000.
4. Adds Digital-Teleconverter function. (1.5x / 2x / 2.5x / 3x)
5. Adds [_Proxy] option in XF-AVC proxy media name.
6. Improves Vector Scope.
   - Changes to display [BT.2020] in the frame when the color space is set to BT.2020.
   - Changes to always display the target color name.

Canon EOS C70 firmware update version 1.0.8.1 is available for download (Canon USA).

Firmware Version 1.0.8.1 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. The following features are enabled when the following lens is attached: CN-E31.5-95mm T1.7 L S - Displaying metadata, such as the model name and the focal distance of the lens attached.
   - Displaying T number.
   - Support for Peripheral Illumination Correction and Chromatic Lens Aberration Correction.
   - Support for [Dual Pixel Focus Guide].
2. Adds support for the following RF-Mount Cinema Prime Lenses: CN-R14mm T3.1 L F
   CN-R20mm T1.5 L F
   CN-R24mm T1.5 L F
   CN-R35mm T1.5 L F
   CN-R50mm T1.3 L F
   CN-R85mm T1.3 L F
   CN-R135mm T2.2 L F
3. The following features are enabled when the following lens is attached: RF24-105mm F2.8L IS USM Z
   - Support for aperture ring adjustment.
   - Support for zoom operations.
4. Adds support for the Power Zoom Adapter PZ-E2.
5. Adds support for the Canon Multi-Camera Control.
6. Adds support for the RC-IP1000.
7. Adds Digital-Teleconverter function. (1.5x / 2x / 2.5x /3x)
8. Adds [_Proxy] option in XF-AVC proxy media name.
9. Improves Vector Scope.
   - Changes to display [BT.2020] in the frame when the color space is set to BT.2020.
   - Changes to always display the target color name.

Check out today's B&H Deal Zone for big savings on:

• Tamron 18-200mm F/3.5-6.3 Di III VC Lens (Sony E Mount) – only $329.00 after $70.00 instant savings
• Oben GH-30 Gimbal Head (Aluminum) – only $119.95 after $130.00 instant savings
• Oben GH-30 Gimbal Head (Carbon Fiber) – only $169.95 after $180.00 instant savings
• SmallRig Rhinoceros Cage Kits for Sony Cameras (Basic) – only $119.00 after $80.00 instant savings
• SmallRig Rhinoceros Cage Kits for Sony Cameras (Advanced) – only $120.00 after $159.00 instant savings
• Photographer's Winter Extreme Apparel Kits (Small, Medium, or Large) – only $49.97 after $60.00 instant savings
• Nanuk 910 Hard Utility Cases with Foam Insert – only $39.95 after $39.00 instant savings
• EZQuest 8-Port USB Type-C Multimedia Hub Adapter with Power Delivery 3.0 – only $24.00 after $45.99 instant savings
• & more!

See today's full list of B&H Deal Zone Deals.

Worth browsing: Deals of the Week at B&H.

Canon EOS R6 firmware update version 1.8.3 is available for download (Canon USA).

Firmware Version 1.8.3 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. Fixes an issue, in which, after touchscreen operation, in rare circumstances, the camera operations cannot be performed, and even if the camera is operated, [BUSY] appears on the screen.
2. Fixes minor issues.

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Canon EOS R6 Mark II firmware update version 1.3.0 is available for download (Canon USA).

Firmware Version 1.3.0 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. Adds support for RF-S10-18mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM lens.
2. Fixes minor issues.

Get the Canon EOS R6 Mark II at B&H.

Canon EOS R8 firmware update version 1.2.0 is available for download (Canon USA).

Firmware Version 1.2.0 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. Adds support for RF-S10-18mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM lens.
2. Fixes minor issues.

Get the Canon EOS R8 at B&H.

Canon EOS R7 firmware update version 1.4.0 is available for download (Canon USA).

Firmware Version 1.4.0 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. Adds support for RF-S10-18mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM lens.
2. Fixes minor issues.

Get the Canon EOS R7 at B&H.

Canon EOS R3 firmware update version 1.6.0 is available for download (Canon USA).

Firmware Version 1.6.0 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. Adds support for RF-S10-18mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM lens.
2. Fixes an issue that may cause the camera, in rare instances, to experience a delayed restart after the camera has gone into Auto Power Off.
3. Fixes minor issues.

Get the Canon EOS R3 at B&H.

Canon EOS R10 firmware update version 1.4.0 is available for download (Canon USA).

Firmware Version 1.4.0 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. Adds support for RF-S10-18mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM lens.
2. Fixes minor issues.

Get the Canon EOS R10 at B&H.

Canon EOS R50 firmware update version 1.1.0 is available for download (Canon USA).

Firmware Version 1.1.0 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. Adds support for RF-S10-18mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM lens.
2. Adds support for the Software Development Assistance Kit (EDSDK/CCAPI).
3. Fixes minor issues.

Get the Canon EOS R50 at B&H.

From Sigma Corporation of America:

SIGMA America Announces First-Ever "Holiday Mirrorless Lens Giveaway"

Entrants get a chance to win four lens packages – one each week of December – worth up to $3,997 each

December 4, 2023 – Ronkonkoma, NY – SIGMA Corporation of America, a leading camera and lens manufacturer for both photography and cinema applications, today announced its first-ever "Holiday Mirrorless Lens Giveaway" which offers the chance to win SIGMA lens packages in the month of December for four mirrorless interchangeable lens camera systems.

The four lens package prizes are:

Week #1 (Dec. 4-10)

Three ultra-fast SIGMA prime lenses for Fujifilm X Mount cameras (MSRP $1,267)

• 16mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary
• 30mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary
• 56mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary

Week #2 (Dec. 11-17)

Three pro-level F2.8 zoom lenses for Sony E-Mount cameras (MSRP $3,997)

• 14-24mm F2.8 DG DN | Art
• 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Art
• 70-200mm F2.8 DG DN OS | Sports

Week #3 (Dec. 18-24)

Three pro-level F2.8 zoom lenses for Panasonic, Leica & SIGMA L-Mount cameras (MSRP $3,997)

• 14-24mm F2.8 DG DN | Art
• 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Art
• 70-200mm F2.8 DG DN OS | Sports

Week #4 (Dec. 25-31)

Three ultra-fast SIGMA prime lenses for Nikon Z cameras (MSRP $1,397)

• 16mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary
• 30mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary
• 56mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary

"Four lucky photographers will win lens sets featuring some of the most well-regarded lenses available for each mirrorless camera platform, and bring their equipment portfolio to a whole new level," said Mark Amir-Hamzeh, President of SIGMA America. "The Holiday Mirrorless Lens Giveaway is our way of expressing gratitude to SIGMA's loyal customers during the holiday season, welcoming new customers, and supporting the growth of the art of photography."

Interested photographers can complete the entry form here for a chance to win the first of four lens packages. Entrants can also earn bonus chances to win by browsing the SIGMA America website, answering some easy questions, and visiting SIGMA on social media. Entry information for additional giveaways can be found in the coming weeks on SIGMA America social media channels.

Although there will only be four winners in SIGMA's first-ever "Holiday Mirrorless Lens Giveaway," all holiday shoppers have the chance to enjoy savings on dozens of SIGMA lenses through the 2023 Holiday Sale.

Just posted: Tamron 70-180mm F2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 Lens Review.

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Highlighting some just-arriving gear in the B&H Used Department:

A used EOS R8 is available in the Canon EOS mirrorless camera inventory.

Used RF 15-35mm, 24-105mm F4-7.1, 100-400mm, 50mm F1.8, 100mm Macro, and 2x lenses were just added to the Canon RF lens inventory.

Used FX3 and a7C R cameras are available in the Sony Alpha camera inventory.

A used FE 24-70mm II lenses was just added to the Sony FE lens inventory. Also note the price drop on the Open Box FE 600mm F4 lens, now $999.00 less than new.

Used TVC-24 and TVC-24L Versa Series 2 Mk2 Carbon Fiber Tripods are available in the Really Right Stuff inventory.

Check out today's B&H Deal Zone for big savings on:

• Sigma 24mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens for Sony E – only $579.00 after $270.00 instant savings
• Vello Lens Adapters – only $14.50 - $95.00 after $44.00 instant savings
• B+W Filters (Special 50th Anniversary Edition) – only $59.95 - $125.00 after $100.00 instant savings
• ProGrade Digital UHS-II SDXC Memory Cards (128GB or 256GB | V60 or V90) – only $38.49 - $188.99 after up to $81.00 instant savings
• Benro Aluminum Video Tripods – only $139.95 - $159.95 after up to $230.00 instant savings
• Lume Cube Panel GO Bi-Color LED Light Panel (Broadcast Lighting Kit) – only $69.99 after $50.00 instant savings
• SKB iSeries Waterproof Case for Zoom H4N (Special 50th Anniversary Edition) – only $49.95 after $40.00 instant savings

See today's full list of B&H Deal Zone Deals.

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