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• Manfrotto Gimbal 220 Pro Kit – only $249.88 after $160 instant savings coupon
• Syrp Slingshot 1-Axis 328' Motion-Controlled Cable Cam Time-Lapse Kit – only $899.00 after $600.00 instant savings
• Peak Design CaptureLENS (For Canon, Nikon & Sony) – only $44.95 after $55.00 instant savings
• Tamrac Professional Series: Anvil 17 Backpack (Black) – only $89.99 after $110.00 instant savings
• GVM RGB LED Studio Video Bi-Color Soft 1000D 3-Light Panel Kit – only $399.00 after $100.00 instant savings
• & more!

The Image Quality Bundle, which includes DeNoise AI, Gigapixel AI, and Sharpen AI, is also on sale, discounted to $149.99 (regularly $259.97).

The Creator Bundle, which includes Mask AI, Topaz Studio 2, and Adjust AI, is also on sale, discounted to $149.99 from $279.97.

The highlight of this inventory update is the first appearance of the Canon EOS 1D X Mark III.

Take a moment to browse the nice selection of cameras (great M50 deals), lenses (including RF models), and flashes.

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

Faster, smaller, lighter, more robust, increased reliability, higher capacity, and lower price. That sounds like a winning scenario, right?

Even if the SSD does not interest you, be sure to read the data backup warning.

The 1TB and 4TB models are on sale now. Save up to $75.00 at Crucial X6 Portable SSD is in stock at B&H | Adorama | Amazon USA

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• MindShift Gear Outbound Camera Holster 50 (Carbon Gray) – only $39.95 after $50.00 instant savings
• Angler Collapsible Background Kit (5 x 7', Chroma Blue/Green) – only $69.85 after $57.00 instant savings
• Polsen MVS-5 Stereo Shotgun Microphone for DSLR Cameras and Portable Recorders – only $34.99 after $11.00 instant savings
• & more!

Also consider a used DJI Ronin-S, starting at only $289.00 for an E- rated model. Scroll down the DJI Ronin-S page to find this option.

Renting is a great option for trying new gear or for getting otherwise unaffordable gear to use for short periods of time. Mother's Day is a great time to update the portraits of those important to you.

Adorama is kicking this week off with a 24 hour flash sale.

Give your mother (or your kids' mother – even if that is you) the gift of better pictures, and the Canon EOS M50 Mark II (review) is a great choice. This is an affordable, extremely convenient camera to have readily available, capturing family life in high quality.

The Canon EOS M50 Mark II with 15-45mm Lens is on sale at B&H and Adorama.

Nikon has launched a new instant savings program featuring up to $800.00 instant savings. Find these deals at B&H and Adorama.

Already have the photo you want the Mom in your life to have? A print from Printique makes a great gift. Use a coupon code to save:

AF15OFFNEW – 15% off sitewide for new customers only
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• MindShift Gear Outbound Camera Holster 10 – only $24.99 after $45.00 instant savings
• Sirui EP-204S Aluminum Multi-Function Photo/Video Monopod – only $59.00 after $90.00 instant savings and $10.00 MIR
• Nodal Ninja NN3 MKII Starter Package – only $99.95 after $100.00 instant savings
• & more!

Also, see the new Apple 11" iPad and Apple 24" iMac at Adorama.

This is an outstanding lens — learn more in our Canon RF 50mm F1.2 L USM Lens review.

Take a moment to browse the nice selection of cameras, lenses, and flashes.

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

• Autel Robotics EVO II 8K Drone – only $1,149.00 after $346.00 instant savings
• Benro #4 MCT48AF Monopod with Flip Locks and 3-Leg Base – only $89.95 after $70.00 instant savings
• Tamrac Professional Series: Anvil Slim 11 Backpack (Black) – only $79.99 after $100.00 instant savings
• Dracast 728B LED Panel – only $169.00 after $130.00 instant savings
• Wise Advanced 512GB CFast 2.0 Memory Card – only $349.00 after $150.00 instant savings
• Vello FreeWave Fusion Basic Wireless Triggers (for Canon, Nikon or Sony) – only $26.95 after $13.00 instant savings. Add-on a Wireless Receiver for just $17.95 (reg $24.95)
• & more!

The Image Quality Bundle, which includes DeNoise AI, Gigapixel AI, and Sharpen AI, is also on sale, discounted to $149.99 (regularly $259.97).

The Creator Bundle, which includes Mask AI, Topaz Studio 2, and Adjust AI, is also on sale, discounted to $149.99 from $279.97.

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"As for Imaging, still benefiting from the effects of new camera bodies, unit sales of both cameras and lenses exceeded our plan. Profitability improved significantly from last year due to a rise in average selling price and an increase in sales efficiency."

"Changes in exchange rates, particularly the yen’s depreciation against the euro, had a positive impact on net sales and operating profit of 7.9 billion yen and 6.0 billion yen, respectively."

"As for cost reduction, improvement was made mainly in fixed costs, reflecting, among others, last year’s decline in factory utilization rates due to the effects of COVID-19."

"As for expenses, while we aggressively invested in the development of new businesses, the effects of structural reforms and more efficient sales activities resulted in a 16.0 billion yen improvement. As a result, SG&A as a percentage of net sales declined significantly from 41.6% in the first quarter of last year to 37.2% this year."

"Our view that the global economy will accelerate towards normalization from the second half of the year has not changed since the beginning of the year."

"As for the semiconductor component shortages and logistical bottlenecks, based on our best estimate at this time, we budgeted for higher costs and delays in delivery. However, the situation is changing day by day. As such, we will continue to monitor the trends going forward."

"We raised our projection to reflect not only the building of a stable business foundation through the promotion of business portfolio transformation, but also acceleration in the global economy recovery."

"Compared to our previous projection, we raised our outlook for net sales by 100.0 billion yen, operating profit by 39.5 billion yen and net income by 25.0 billion yen, and now expect net sales to increase 10.8% to 3.5 trillion yen, operating profit to increase 79.1% to 198.0 billion yen, and net income to increase 68% to 140.0 billion yen."

"For Imaging, because the size of the camera market is already approaching the number of users that are particular about visual expression, we expect the market to be limited to moderate contraction going forward. As current sales of mainly new products are exceeding our plan, we raised our full-year projection for both sales and profit."

"As for cameras, even amid continued restrictions on people’s movement, demand for cameras remains solid, supported by the need for high-quality visual expression. Based on this, we still expect the 2021 camera market to be up slightly or 5.8 million units."

"In the first quarter, revenue was significantly higher than last year, as sales remained strong, driven by the EOS R5 and EOS R6 which were launched in the second half of last year. Additionally, the synergy effect of having competitive camera bodies and expanding our lineup of RF lens, which command high margins, led to an increase in average selling prices. This, and the establishment of efficient online sales activities nurtured through COVID-19 is leading to an improvement in profitability."

"For the full year, reflecting the situation surrounding sales in the first quarter, we not only raised our projection for camera unit sales by 100 thousand to 2.9 million, but also raised our projection for revenue."

"To further strengthen mirrorless camera lineup, in April we announced the development of a new model, the EOS R3, which is equipped with a backside illumination stacked CMOS sensor that achieves high-speed signal processing, which allows for a number of functional improvements such as continuous shooting performance. At the same time, we announced 3 new RF lenses, bringing the total to 22 and we will continue to enhance this lineup going forward. By raising the appeal of the R series, we aim to further raising our market share in the full-frame category and increase sales."

"Additionally, for new types of cameras, such as the PowerShot Zoom that was launch at the end of last year and has attracted quite a bit of attention for its ease of capturing long-range images with one hand, we are steady creating new markets."

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• Several other great deals!

Read the Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens Review, and especially view the image quality results from this lens model.

An E-rated Canon RF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM Lens is also available for $929.00, a $170.00 discount from new.

This camera should sell immediately. However, the big challenge will be to check out before someone else does upon B&H opening this evening. "Checkout will be available at 9:00pm ET Sat night."

Our review: Canon RF 24-105mm F4L IS USM Lens

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This is an impressive lens – check out the Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM Lens Review for more info.

See the Zeiss Supreme Prime Lens line-up (including the kit that costs more than a big house in the country) at B&H.

Learn more about the new additions at B&H Explora.

From Tokina:

Tokina SZX SUPER TELE 400mm F8 Reflex MF lens for Nikon Z and Canon RF camera mounts worldwide sales date announcement

Apr 22, 2021

Kenko Tokina Co., Ltd. is pleased to announce the sales release of Tokina SZX SUPER TELE 400mm F8 Reflex MF lens for Nikon Z and Canon RF camera mounts.

Tokina SZX SUPER TELE 400mm F8 Reflex MF adopts a T-mount standard (pitch 0.75mm, thread 42mm), that allows this lens to be attached to various cameras by using different mount adapters. To provide photographers a chance to use Tokina SZX SUPER TELE 400mm F8 Reflex MF lens with popular Nikon and Canon mirrorless cameras we release Tokina SZX SUPER TELE 400mm F8 Reflex MF for Nikon Z and Tokina SZX SUPER TELE 400mm F8 Reflex MF for Canon RF mounts. New mount adapters for Nikon Z and Canon RF mirrorless cameras can be purchased separately as well.

B&H carries Tokina lenses.

Sales will commence on May 7, 2021.

Also check out the nice selection of used RRS L-plates for popular camera models, including for cameras using the VG-C4EM (a7R III, a7R IV, a1, etc. and VG-C3EM, for the D850, etc.).

• Tokina FiRIN 100mm f/2.8 FE Macro Lens (for Sony E) – only $429.00 after $170.00 instant savings
• Vello FreeWave Wireless Remote Shutter Releases (for Canon, Nikon or Sony) – only $27.95 after $12.00 instant savings
• Nanuk 918 6-Lens Cases with Foam Insert (Black or Orange) – only $99.95 after $70.00 instant savings
• Nanlite MixPad 11 Tunable RGB Hard and Soft LED Panel – only $84.00 after $45.00 instant savings
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This is an outstanding camera.

The a1 is in high demand and will be so for a long time, so get in line ASAP. Order the Sony Alpha a1 at B&H | Adorama | Amazon USA | WEX

Need it immediately? Rent the Sony Alpha a1 from Lensrentals.

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The refurbished Nikon Z 6 is also available.

Browse the full list of current Adorama deals.

DJI Air 2S Melds Incredible Image Quality With Unmatched Flight Performance

Added Obstacle Sensors Improve Autonomous Flying, While The 1” Sensor Offers 20-Megapixel Photos and 5.4K Video

April 15, 2021 – DJI, the global leader in civilian drones and creative camera technology, today sets a new benchmark for high-grade flight performance and incredible imagery with the new DJI Air 2S. This portable camera drone is an all-in-one solution, offering robust flight performance, state-of-the-art camera upgrades and high-grade preprogrammed content creation tools.

“Every creator remembers what it felt like to fly a drone for the first time, and they’ll feel the same sense of wonder and possibility when they first experience DJI Air 2S’s unparalleled mix of astonishing flight capability and gripping image quality,” said Ferdinand Wolf, Creative Director, DJI Europe. “DJI Air 2S is a wish list come to life for everyone who demands more from a drone, showcasing upgrades that truly elevate the system into a highly versatile drone. From content creators, to drone enthusiasts and travelers, we are confident that a lot of people will be excited about this drone.”

The DJI Air 2S is the first drone of its size to capture 20-megapixel still images or video in 5.4K with a new one-inch sensor that was previously available only on larger, less agile drones. DJI continues to enable the effortless creation of imaginative content with the new MasterShots feature. This advanced feature uses automatic flight path planning to set the drone’s course while recording video. Upon completion of the flight, DJI Air 2S automatically merges the footage under one theme to create an eye-catching video.

DJI Air 2S’s 31 minutes of maximum flight time and four-way directional obstacle sensors let the pilot focus on the shot while the drone’s safety systems warn when obstacles are getting close. APAS 4.0 is the most advanced autopilot system on any DJI drone and when turned on, seamlessly maneuvers around objects autonomously. O3, DJI’s third iteration of OcuSync, brings the most reliable transmission technology in the drone market to this portable, foldable drone so users know their connection is stable. The upgraded FocusTrack mode includes a suite of programmed modes like Spotlight 2.0, ActiveTrack 4.0 and Point of Interest 3.0 that easily mimic the focus, control and movement of a professional video operator.

An All-In-One Tool for All Your Content Capturing Needs

Expand your creative vision and capture high-grade footage using a new one-inch sensor capable of recording 20-megapixel still images, 5.4K video at 30fps or 4K at 60fps and 150Mbps. The one-inch sensor is larger than the sensor on the original Mavic Air 2 and offers a larger pixel size of 2.4µm, capturing more information and detail for better photos and videos. Get closer to the subject without moving the drone using a new digital zoom that supports 4X zoom at 4K 30fps, 6X at 2.7K 30fps, 4X at 2.7K 60fps, 6X at 1080P 60fps and 8X at 1080P 30fps. DJI’s renowned three-axis mechanical gimbal smooths out footage for professional-level quality and 8 GB of internal storage have been added. Users can choose to record in H264 or H265, depending on their preferences for image detail and storage capacity and can also choose from three video color profiles, Normal (8 bit), D-Log (10 bit) or HLG (10 bit) to match their video needs.

In addition to standard photo options like Timed Photo, AEB and Panoramas, DJI Air 2S’s SmartPhoto mode records 20-megapixel photos using advanced scene analysis and deep learning to automatically choose the best of three options that will create the most visually appealing image for you, including HDR, Hyperlight and Scene Recognition. HDR modes merge several images together for a vibrant scene while Hyperlight is designed for low-light scenarios and Scene Recognition can identify several common settings and apply camera adjustments to capture photos that pop.

Pre-Programmed Modes for Pro-Level Footage

The DJI Air 2S has the most programmed flight modes and image capture modes of any DJI drone of its size. These creative options include:

• MasterShots: Professional-level aerial footage has never been easier. After activating MasterShots, the drone will autonomously plan a flight path, choose from three different image capture modes, including Proximity, Portrait or Landscape, and start recording classic aerial footage. Pilots can choose different themes and the DJI Fly app will generate a unique video that’s ready to be shared with the world.
• FocusTrack: Focus on the scene and let DJI Air 2S do the hard work for you. Select your subject by drawing a square around it on your mobile device, then choose from Point of Interest 3.0, an autonomous flight path around the subject; ActiveTrack 4.0, a tool that seamlessly tracks the subject and keeps it in the frame; or Spotlight 2.0, where the drone movement is controlled by the pilot while it locks the subject into the frame.
• QuickShots: A staple DJI feature, QuickShot modes include Rocket, Circle, Dronie, Helix, Boomerang and Asteroid.
• Hyperlapse: See the world sped up from the air and in motion with the Hyperlapse option in resolution up to 4K. Content captured in 4K resolution and lower can apply digital stabilization for an added layer of smoothness.

Safe and Intuitive Flight Operation in an Ultra-Portable Drone

DJI Air 2S uses four high-grade antennas and the latest version of DJI’s proprietary OcuSync transmission tech, O3, to deliver a stable feed at a maximum distance of 12km¹, even in areas with a high number of signals. A maximum 31 minutes in the air gives pilots more time to capture visually appealing footage while four-way sensors help reduce the risk of collision. The newly upgraded front, rear, bottom and top obstacle sensors incorporate binocular zooming technology to recognize incoming objects from further away at faster speeds.

DJI Air 2S uses the latest and most advanced version of Advanced Pilot Assistance System (APAS) 4.0, which allows the drone to autonomously and seamlessly maneuver around, under and over obstacles. While flying at normal speeds, the newly improved APAS 4.0 offers a wider field-of-view to detect obstacles compared to previous versions. If pilots are flying at higher speeds, as the angle of the drone pitches forward more and the newly added upward obstacle sensor plays a critical part in assisting obstacle detection. As with DJI’s latest drone models, the DJI Air 2S’s AirSense system warns drone pilots of nearby airplanes and helicopters transmitting ADS-B signals, so the drone can be quickly moved to a safer location. Other standard DJI safety features of DJI Air 2S include an improved Return-To-Home (RTH) feature, which can bring a drone back to its launch point if it loses contact with the controller or reaches a critically low battery level, and the GEO 2.0 geofencing system to advise pilots of sensitive locations and help them automatically keep away from high-risk areas such as airports. DJI Air 2S uses the latest version of the DJI Fly app, which features a wealth of educational information and tutorials to get new pilots up in the air quickly.

DJI Care Refresh

DJI Care Refresh is now available for DJI Air 2S, covering various accidents, such as water damage, collisions, flyaway, etc. For an additional charge, DJI Care Refresh offers up to two replacement units within one year, including coverage for one flyaway incident. The two-year plan provides three replacement units in two years, including coverage for up to two flyaway incidents and an extension of the original warranty period by one year (extension durations vary by region). Receive your replacement even sooner with DJI Care Refresh Express. DJI Care Refresh also includes exclusive after-sales support and free two-way shipping. For a full list of details, please visit https://www.dji.com/service/djicare-refresh.

Price and Availability

DJI Air 2S is available for purchase today from store.dji.com and from authorized retail partners in several configurations. The standard combo retails for $999 USD and includes the drone, remote controller, one battery and all the cables and parts needed to get into the air. The Fly More Combo retails for $1299 USD includes everything from the standard combo with the addition of 2 batteries for a total of 3, ND filters, a charging hub and a shoulder bag.

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The DJI Air 2S is in stock at B&H and Adorama.

Learn more about the Air 2S at B&H Explora.

¹ DJI Air 2S transmission system has a maximum range of 12 km when unobstructed, free of interference and FCC compliant. Maximum flight range specification is a proxy for radio link strength and resilience. Always fly your drone within visual line of sight unless otherwise permitted and check local laws and regulations in the region being operated.

Reviews

Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens
Canon RF 24-70mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens

Firmware Version 1.3.1 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. Fixes a phenomenon, in which when shooting with Canon Log 3, if the [View Assist.] setting is set to [On], the image in the viewfinder and on the LCD screen is displayed brighter than it should be.

Our review: Canon RF 24-105mm F4L IS USM Lens

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The refurbished Nikon Z 6 is also available.

Browse the full list of current Adorama deals.

The first piece of important information to share is that the Canon RF 400mm F2.8 and 600mm F4 L IS USM Lenses are essentially identical to their EF IS version III counterparts except for a brushed metal EF to RF mount adapter built in (and the focus distance window is removed). The RF 400 and 600 are equivalents to the EF 400 and 600 with a Mount Adapter EF-EOS R behind them. This includes optical and mechanical performance.

It is easy to say that Canon took the easy way out when creating the 400mm f/2.8 and 600mm f/4 lenses for the RF mount, and it is also hard to argue against that statement.

However, it is unlikely that optical advances significant enough to justify a new design became available since the EF lens introduction less than 3 years earlier. Also, since lens models go into the design phase long before they are announced, it is probable that the EF 600 III was already designed for optimal use on the RF mount. That Canon's first R-series camera, the EOS R, was introduced in the same announcement as the EF 600 III lends credence to that theory. Also noteable is that long focal length lenses tend to benefit less from the short flange distance on the mirrorless camera models, reducing the justification for a redesign.

Why bother introducing the RF model if the mount is the significant design improvement, and compatibility with EOS DSLR Cameras is foregone? Eliminating the mount adapter creates a slightly tighter, more secure fit and reduces weight slightly for two minor benefits. The adapter is no longer at risk of being forgotten or lost.

An interesting benefit provided by the technology in the RF mount (specifically) is a CIPA image stabilization assistance rating increase to 5.5 stops from 5 stops.

Perhaps the biggest benefit of the built-in RF mount is compatibility with the Canon RF 1.4x and RF 2x Extenders, a compatibility the Canon mount adapter (probably) should have availed. I'm anxious to see how well the RF extenders perform with the new RF super-telephoto lenses.

While I plan to replace my EF 600mm version III lens with the RF version, the new RF 400 and 600mm super-telephoto lenses are practically the same as their respective EF lenses, including having the same price.