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From the Adorama YouTube Channel:
 
In this episode, Mark Wallace explains how to create a simple gobo to create patterns on a white background for more interesting portraits. Mark also goes into detail about setting up lighting for beautiful portraits using an octobox, grid, and a white panel to bounce light. This episode is packed with lighting tips.
 
Gear Used
 

• Profoto B2 250 AirTTL To-Go Kit
• Flashpoint XPLOR 600 TTL Exclusive Kit
• Flashpoint Grid Set, for 8" Reflectors, Consists of 1 each: 10 deg., 20 deg., 30 deg.and 40 deg. Grids
• Profoto Air Remote Transceiver
• Profoto 2' Octagonal Off-Camera Flash Softbox
• Profoto Off-Camera Flash Speedring for Profoto B1 and B2
• Profoto 2' Octagonal Off-Camera Flash Softgrid
• Sekonic L-858D-U Speedmaster Light Meter
• Tether Tools Rock Solid 11" Articulating Arm with Center Lock

Suggested Accessory
 

• Matte Black Cinefoil

From Canon Global:
 
TOKYO, November 8, 2019—Canon Inc. and Canon Marketing Japan Inc. announced today that Canon-brand equipment comprised an approximately 70% share of cameras¹ used by press photographers at match venues during the knock out stage of Rugby World Cup 2019. Throughout the tournament, Canon has empowered professional photographers aiming to capture decisive moments and contributed to the success of the tournament.
 
Professional photographers demand comprehensive assistance from camera makers, including state-of-the-art technology, top-class performance, customized service and a strong support network.
 
Canon is active behind the scenes at a wide variety of sporting events, aiming to achieve "zero downtime" for professional photographers so they're never forced to stop and miss definitive moments of these intense competitions. For decades, the Company has built a reliable reputation and helped support journalists on the front lines through a wide range of services. Thanks to such efforts, Canon-brand equipment comprised an approximately 70% share of cameras¹ used by press photographers at match venues during the knock out stage of Rugby World Cup 2019.
 
At each of the matches held between the 12 tournament venues, Canon has aimed to help realize a successful tournament as an official sponsor by establishing service stations within stadium grounds to provide fast maintenance and repair of equipment. In addition, the Company provided such services as on-site emergency repair and equipment loans.
 
Canon will continue striving to create competitive, highly reliable products and, through such on-site support of journalists as equipment maintenance, contribute to the further advancement of photographic and videographic expression.
 
Comment from Paul Gilham, Director of Getty Images, the official photo agency of RWC 2019, and camera service booth user

Getty Images is delighted to continue working with official Rugby World Cup Partner, Canon. Our photographers demand cutting edge technology and a camera they can rely on. Canon's amazing service and support during the tournament in Japan has ensured our photographers were equipped to capture the images that will tell the story of Rugby World Cup, creating a lasting legacy of iconic moments.

¹ Average of data obtained from the 8 matches of the knock out stage. Based on a Canon survey.

B&H has the Google Home Mini (Chalk) available for $25.00 with free shipping. Regularly $49.00.
 
Devices like this can make life much easier (and more fun). I have similarly-capable Amazon Echo Dots in my living room, kitchen, and studio and use them to turn on turn on the lights/air conditioning, recite news while I cook, and give me the weather forecast as I prepare to head out the door. [Sean]
 
Product Highlights
 

• Far-Field Voice Recognition Technology
• Multi-User Capability
• Dual-Band Wi-Fi Connectivity
• Wireless Audio Streaming via Wi-Fi

B&H has the Rotatrim Monorail Cutter (18") available for $126.99 with free shipping. Regularly $196.99.
 
Product Highlights
 

• Guide Rail Eliminates Head Swivel
• Sheffield Steel Cutting Blade
• Screen Gridded Baseboard
• Plastic Head and End Frame

B&H has the Sachtler Dr. Bag - 3 available for $99.95 with free shipping. Regularly $205.95.
 
Product Highlights
 

• Fits Cameras up to 17.3" Long
• Quick-Access Extra Wide Opening
• Keep Matte Box & Microphone Attached
• Removable Internal Dividers

Image quality, vignetting, and distortion test results along with specs and measurements have been added to the Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens page.
 
Compare this lens' image quality, at various focal lengths, against your favorite RF lens (or against the Canon EF 200mm f/2L tested with the EOS R).
 
Also, looking at the specs and measurements, the Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens compared to the Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM Lens is awesome.
 
So far, I'm really impressed with the RF 70-200. Canon USA says: "Estimated Ship Date: 11/21/19".
 
Get in line now: the Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens is available for preorder at B&H | Adorama | Amazon USA | WEX
 
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B&H has the X-Rite i1Display Pro available for $143.99 with free expedited shipping after $71.00 promo code savings (use ODPHOTO in cart) and $35.00 mail-in rebate. Regularly $249.99.
 
Product Highlights
 

• Ergonomic: 3 Integrated Functions
• Advanced Filter and Optical Systems
• Works On All Modern Display Technologies
• Field-Upgradeable for Future Technology

 
From the Adorama YouTube Channel:
 
Join Daniel Norton OnSet as he creates dappled patterns of light for a fun portrait look. Often times when we are using natural light, we see patterns coming through trees/fences etc and use that light to accent our portraits. With this technique you can do it in a consistently repeatable fashion.
 
Products Used:
 

• Chimera Frame for Frame/Panel Reflectors, 48x48”
• Chimera Pattern Holder
• Chimera Window Pattern Cucoloris
• Profoto A1
• Nikon Z6
• Nikon Nikkor Z 24-70 f/4

B&H has the Impact Steel Roller Stand II with Low Base and Braking Wheels (9.5') available for $149.00 with free expedited shipping. Regularly $250.00.
 
Product Highlights
 

• Roller Can Stand Upright When Folded
• Load Capacity: 27 lb
• Max. Height: 114"
• Min. Height: 48"

Use coupon code ODPHOTO at B&H to get Skylum Luminar 4 (Download) for $59.00. Regularly $89.00.
 
Product Highlights
 

• Photo Editing and Raw Image Processing
• Non-Destructive Workflow
• AI Sky Replacement, Structure, Enhance
• AI Skin & Portrait Enhancer

Use coupon code ODPHOTO at B&H to get the GOAL ZERO Sherpa 100AC Power Bank for $199.95 with free shipping. Regularly $299.95.
 
Product Highlights
 

• 100W AC Outlet
• Two 60W USB-C Power Delivery Ports
• Wireless Phone Charging Pad
• 2.4A USB-A Port

B&H has a Used Really Right Stuff BH-40 Ball Head with Full-Size Lever-Release Clamp (Condition: 8+) available for $306.95 with free shipping. Compare at $415.00 new.
 
Product Highlights
 

• 18 lb Load Capacity
• Max Height: 3.0"
• 90-Degree Notch for Portrait Orientation
• Separate Tension Control Knob

B&H typically offers a 90-day warranty on used items. Please check the product listing above to verify.

B&H has the Ruggard DSLR Parka Cold and Rain Protector for Cameras and Camcorders (Black) available for $49.95 with free shipping. Regularly $79.95.
 
Product Highlights
 

• Fits DSLR/Lens/Camera Shoe-mounted Flash
• Protects DSLR from Rain, Dust, Mud
• See-Through Portal for LCD Screen/Finder
• Full Access to DSLR Controls/Viewfinder
• Can Be Used with Lens Hood
• Zipper Closure
• Tripod Mountable
• Water-Resistant Nylon Outer Shell
• Fleece Lined for Scratch Protection
• Drawstring, Storage Pouch Included

Through midnight tonight Eastern Time, B&H has the Dracast LED500 Pro Daylight LED Light with V-Mount Battery Plate available for $179.95 with free shipping. Regularly $494.95.
 
Product Highlights
 

• Daylight Color Balance: 5600K
• 12 x 6 x 2" Panel, Weighs 4 lb
• 45-Degree Beam Angle
• AC or DC Operation
• 100-0% Dimming, CRI: 95
• Low Power Draw: 30W
• 100-240 VAC Power Adapter Included
• Carry Case

See today's full list of B&H Deal Zone Deals for excellent savings opportunities.

From Canon USA:
 
Approximately 70 Percent of Press Photographers at the Games used Canon ILC Cameras and Lenses
 
MELVILLE, NY, November 12, 2019 – During the 2019 Rugby World Cup imaging professionals from around the world gathered across Japan to shoot all of the exciting and history-making action of the tournament’s knock out stage. Canon Inc., is excited and proud to announce that approximately 70 percenti of those imaging professionals used Canon ILC cameras and lenses to capture the timeless memories and moments of the most celebrated Rugby tournament in the world.
 
Canon understands that in order for professional photographers to be able to reach their goals at these world class events they need the support of digital imaging companies, like Canon. The company provided state-of-the art technology, top performance and most importantly customized and comprehensive on-site service and support.
 
Canon Professional Services (CPS) was active behind the scenes at the tournament assisting photographers with their equipment needs to help ensure they had “zero downtime” and never missed the opportunity to capture the defining moments of the tournament. At each of the tournament venues, CPS was able to provide efficient and timely maintenance and repair of equipment. Additionally, CPS was able to go above and beyond and provide on-site emergency repair and equipment loans to professional photographers in need.
 
“Getty Images was delighted for the opportunity to continue working with an official Rugby World Cup Partner, such as Canon Inc. Our photographers demand cutting edge technology and a camera they can rely on,” said Paul Gilham, Director of Getty Images “Canon’s amazing service and support during the tournament in Japan helped to ensure our photographers were equipped to capture the images that will tell the story of the Rugby World Cup, creating a lasting legacy of the iconic moments.”
 
Canon will continue to strive towards the goal of providing powerful and reliable digital imaging products and world class service and support at sporting events across the globe. This commitment Canon believes will help to further advance the photographic vision of imaging professionals today and in the future.

B&H has a Used Really Right Stuff TVC-24L Series 2 Mk2 Carbon Fiber Tripod (Long) (Condition: 10) available for $874.95 with free shipping. Compare at $1,030.00 new.
 
Product Highlights
 

• Load Capacity: 40 lb
• Max Height: 66.1"
• Min Height: 3.7"
• Folded Length: 23"

B&H typically offers a 90-day warranty on used items. Please check the product listing above to verify.

Through midnight tonight Eastern Time, B&H has the Impact Luxbanx Duo Small Strip Softbox (12 x 36") available for $59.95 with free expedited shipping. Regularly $189.95.
 
Product Highlights
 

• For Strobe, LED, Fluorescent Lights
• Also Compatible with Quartz Lights
• Maximum Quartz Wattage: 750W
• Heat-Resistant Textured Silver Interior

See today's full list of B&H Deal Zone Deals for excellent savings opportunities.

B&H has Zacuto Gratical Support Bundles on sale for up to $1,351.00 off.

From Canon:
 
Firmware Version 1.0.4.0 incorporates the following enhancement:
 

• The focus following speed during zooming has been improved.

Download: Canon 4K Camcorder XF405 / XF400 Firmware Version 1.0.4.0

B&H has the Mini Max Portable & Collapsible Stool available for $39.00. Regularly $49.00.
 
Product Highlights
 

• Bring a Seat Wherever You Go
• Holds up to 260 lb
• Extends up to Almost 18"
• High-Strength Polyamide

B&H has the IRIX 150mm f/2.8 Macro 1:1 Lens available for $495.00 with free expedited shipping. Regularly $595.00.
 
Discounted mounts include Canon EF, Nikon and Pentax K.
 
Product Highlights
 

• EF-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
• Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/32
• Neutrino Coating
• 1:1 Magnification, 1.1' Minimum Focus

Through midnight tonight Eastern Time, B&H has the Reikan FoCal Pro Lens Calibration available for $89.88 with free shipping. Regularly $134.88.
 
Product Highlights
 

• Pro Calibration Software License
• Includes Standard Hard Target 150mm
• Windows and Mac Compatible
• Works with Most Canon Cameras & Lenses
• Works with Most Nikon Cameras & Lenses
• Register up to 5 Cameras Simultaneously

See today's full list of B&H Deal Zone Deals for excellent savings opportunities.

B&H has a Used Really Right Stuff TVC-34L Versa Series 3 Mk2 Carbon Fiber Tripod (Condition: 8) available for $919.95 with free shipping. Compare at $1,160.00 new.
 
Product Highlights
 

• Load Capacity: 50 lb
• Max Height: 68.8"
• Min Height: 4"
• Folded Length: 24.4"

B&H typically offers a 90-day warranty on used items. Please check the product listing above to verify.

B&H has the Pelican 1510TP Carry-On Case with TrekPak Divider System (Black) available for $189.71 with free expedited shipping. Regularly $252.95.
 
Product Highlights
 

• Watertight, Dustproof Case
• Made of Ultra-High Impact Copolymer
• Three-Piece Foam Set is Included
• ABS Double Throw Latches

The GoPro MAX 360 Action Camera is in stock at B&H and Adorama with free shipping.
 
Prouct Highlights
 

• Supports 4992 x 2496 360° Video
• Photo Resolution up to 5760 x 2880
• Wide 8.9mm Focal Length
• HyperSmooth Digital Stabilization

Through midnight tonight Eastern Time, B&H has the Dracast LED500 Plus Series Daylight LED Light available for $269.95 with free shipping. Regularly $559.95.
 
Product Highlights
 

• 512 LEDs with CRI of >95
• Color Temperature: 5600K
• Beam Angle: 45°
• Dimming from 0-100%
• DC or AC Operation
• 12 x 6 x 2" Panel; Weighs 4 lb
• DMX Input and Output
• Digital Display & Aluminum Chassis
• Gold Mount and V-Mount Battery Plates

See today's full list of B&H Deal Zone Deals for excellent savings opportunities.

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B&H has a Canon EOS R Mirrorless Digital Camera with 24-105mm Lens in 10-rated (like new) condition in stock for $2,374.95 ($2,699.00 new after $700 instant savings).
 
Used EOS R cameras at B&H have been selling fast. As B&H does not open until 6:00 PM ET today, this one should create a race to check out first.

Adorama has the Canon EOS Rebel T6 DSLR with 18-55mm IS & 75-300mm III Lens bundled with a large number of free accessories for only $399.00, a $350.00 savings.

 
From the Adorama YouTube Channel:
 
Battery powered flashes are great for shooting portraits on location. There's plenty to choose from and they vary between small speedlights and bigger, more powerful monolights. In theory more power means more light and that's usually a good thing for location portraits but can a speedlight be used to light location portraits like a monolight? That's the question Gavin Hoey puts to the test in this video.
 
Gavin sets each flash the challenge of being used as a simple fill flash, creating dramatic skies by "over powering" the ambient light and finally getting some beautiful shallow depth of field portraits using HSS (high speed sync) flash. The results might surprise you!
 
Products Used
 

• Flashpoint Xplor600 Flash
• Zoom Li-ion Speedlight
• Glow ParaPop 38" Softbox
• Flashpoint R2 Pro II Transmitter
• Olympus E-M5 Mark3
• Olympus 12-40mm f/2.8 Pro
• Olympus M.Zuiko 7-14mm f/2.8 Pro
• Olympus M.Zuiko 25mm f/1.2
• Sekonic L-308X-U

From MAC Group:
 
White Plains, NY USA – Today Benro announced the S PRO series of video fluid heads. S PRO is the successor to the original S series of flat base video fluid heads which grew popular among wedding filmmakers, documentarians, and other small video crews.
 
Built for a range of video cameras and accessories, the S PRO series supports up to 17.6 lb./8kg. Equipped with a flat base, the S PRO video heads are a versatile creative tool allowing you to mount the head separately on sliders, jibs, or monopods. Each video head includes two accessory mounts for attaching monitor arms or audio recorders directly to the head. The S PRO also feature metal ratchet style knobs and an improved CNC machined aluminum sliding camera plate.
 
S8 PRO
 
Built for a range of video cameras and accessories, the S8 PRO video head supports up to 17.6 lb./8kg. Equipped with a 75mm flat base with a 3/8"-16 thread, the S8 PRO is a versatile creative tool allowing you to mount the head separately on sliders, jibs, or monopods. Other features include: pan & tilt lock, continuous pan & tilt drag, 8-step counterbalance (0-7), illuminated bubble level and two 3/8"-16 accessory mounts for attaching monitor arms or audio recorders directly to the head. This allows you to attach accessories without needing a cage or rig to do so. Tilt range for the S8 PRO is +90°/-75°. The forward 90 degree tilt helps with table top setups. The S8 PRO also features metal ratchet style knobs and an improved CNC machined aluminum sliding camera plate.
 
Features
 

• 75mm Video Head – The S8PRO is a 75mm head with continuous tilt drag, pan drag, tilt lock and pan lock.
• Two Accessory Mounts – Two 3/8”-16 mounts for attaching accessories.
• Flat Base Versatility – Can be used on other flat surfaces with its 3/8”-16 mounting thread such as sliders, jibs and half ball adapters.
• 17.6lb/8kg weight capacity – Supports cameras both large and small.
• 8 Steps of Counterbalance (0-7) – The S8PRO has 8 individual steps of counterbalance to help properly balance your camera rig.

S6 PRO
 
Ideal for a small video cameras and mirrorless rigs with accessories, the S6 PRO video head supports up to 13.2 lb./6kg. Equipped with a 65mm flat base with a 3/8"-16 thread, the S6 PRO is a versatile creative tool allowing you to mount the head separately on sliders, jibs, or monopods. Other features include: pan & tilt lock, continuous pan & tilt drag, 6-step counterbalance (0-5), illuminated bubble level and two 1/4"-20 accessory mounts for attaching monitor arms or audio recorders directly to the head. This allows you to attach accessories without needing a cage or rig to do so. Tilt range for the S6 PRO is +90°/-75°. The forward 90-degree tilt helps with table top setups. The S6 PRO also features metal ratchet-style knobs and an improved CNC machined aluminum sliding camera plate.
 
Features
 

• 75mm Video Head – The S6PRO is a 65mm flat base (will pair with 75mm half ball) head with continuous tilt drag, pan drag, tilt lock and pan lock.
• 6 Steps of Counterbalance (0-5) – The S6PRO has 6 individual steps of counterbalance to help properly balance your camera rig.
• 13.2lb/6kg weight capacity – Supports cameras both large and small.
• Flat Base Versatility – Can be used on other flat surfaces with its 3/8”-16 mounting thread such as sliders, jibs and half ball adapters.
• Two Accessory Mounts – Two 1/4”-20 mounts for attaching accessories.

S4 PRO
 
Despite its small size, the S4 PRO is a versatile video head with additional counterbalance. The S6 PRO video head supports up to 8.8 lb./4kg. Equipped with a 60mm flat base with a 3/8"-16 thread, the S4 PRO is a versatile creative tool allowing you to mount the head separately on sliders, jibs, or monopods. Other features include: pan & tilt lock, fixed pan & tilt drag, additional counterbalance (1-2), bubble level and two 1/4"-20 accessory mounts for attaching monitor arms or audio recorders directly to the head. This allows you to attach accessories without needing a cage or rig to do so. Tilt range for the S4 PRO is +90°/-75°. The forward 90-degree tilt helps with table top setups. The S4 PRO also features metal ratchet-style knobs and an improved CNC machined aluminum sliding camera plate.
 
Features
 

• 60mm Video Head – The S4PRO is a 60mm flat base (will pair with 75mm half ball) video head with fixed tilt drag, pan drag, tilt lock and pan lock.
• 2 Steps of Counterbalance (1-2) – The S4PRO has 2 individual steps of counterbalance to help properly balance your camera rig.
• 8.8lb/4kg weight capacity – Supports cameras both large and small.
• Flat Base Versatility – Can be used on other flat surfaces with its 3/8”-16 mounting thread such as sliders, jibs and half ball adapters.
• Two Accessory Mounts – Two 1/4”-20 mounts for attaching accessories.

S PRO Heads: Common Features
 

• Flat Base Versatility
• Improved Counterbalance
• Two Accessory Mounts
• New Camera Plate
• Refined Design

B&H has the Benro S PRO Video Fluid Heads available for preorder.

From Profoto:
 
Because how much gear you have to carry — matters. How much space you for set up and to work in — matters. Being able to move fast, get in and out, and most of all, get the shot — matters. All that, and more inspired the Profoto B10 and the B10 Plus. Both are a big lights in a small package.
 
Now, we got a special end of the year campaign - when purchasing a B10 or a B10 Plus, you will get Light Shaping tools to the value of 500 USD*. Go for the Duo Kit and get Light Shaping tools to the value of 1000 USD*. Offer valid until December 31.

Through this weekend, B&H has the Pelican 2640CB Heads-Up Headlamp available for $15.95 with free shipping. Regularly $34.95.
 
A headlamp like this can be a huge convenience when nighttime shooting is on the agenda.
 
Product Highlights
 

• 4 AA Halogen/LED Hybrid Flashlight
• Hands-Free Light with Rotating Head
• LED and Halogen Modes
• Lightweight Battery Pack

See today's full list of B&H Deal Zone Deals for excellent savings opportunities.

Through this weekend, B&H has the Vello Universal IR Selfie Trigger Plus available for $7.95 with free shipping. Regularly $13.95.
 
Product Highlights
 

• For Nikon, Canon, Sony, & Pentax Cameras
• Range: 16'
• Remote Triggering of Camera's Shutter
• Multiple Selectable Functions

See today's full list of B&H Deal Zone Deals for excellent savings opportunities.

Canon CA just announced an EOS R and EOS RP sale with savings up to $700.00. Notable is the $400.00 savings on the EOS RP with free lens mount adapter. (thanks David)

Canon has released firmware version 1.1.2 for the Canon EF 400mm f/2.8L IS III USM Lens and the Canon EF 600mm f/4L IS III USM Lens. This is a very-welcomed update.
 
Download the new firmware here: EF 400mm f/2.8L IS III | EF 600mm f/4L IS III
 
Firmware Version 1.1.2 incorporates the following enhancements:
 
1. Increases the manual focus speed when the manual focus speed switch is set to 1 or 2. *The speed when the switch is set to 3 (slowest speed) will be unchanged.
 
2. Improves the image stabilization effect during handheld shooting with a slow shutter speed when used with EOS 5D Mark IV, EOS 6D, or EOS R.
 
*Enables a full-time manual focus function during Servo AF when used with the EOS-1D X Mark II. The lens must be sent to the Factory Service Center in order for this funcion to be enabled.
 
If the lens' firmware is already Version 1.1.2, it is not necessary to update the firmware.
 
The lens' firmware version can be checked from the camera's menu.

B&H has the SanDisk 1TB Extreme Pro Portable SSD available for $229.99 with free expedited shipping. Regularly $319.99.
 
Product Highlights
 

• 1TB Storage Capacity
• USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C Interface
• Read Speed of up to 1050 MB/s
• Ruggedized Design & Aluminum Body

Through midnight tonight Eastern Time, B&H has the Pinnacle Studio 22 Ultimate (Box) available for $49.99 with free shipping. Regularly $129.99.
 
Product Highlights
 

• Comprehensive Consumer Editing System
• Supports up to UHD 4K Resolution Video
• New Full-Featured Color Grading
• 6-Camera Multicam Editing

See today's full list of B&H Deal Zone Deals for excellent savings opportunities.

Noise test results have been added to the Canon EOS 90D and the EOS M6 Mark II reviews.
 
You are going to notice that the results from these two cameras appear remarkably similar. They are using the same imaging sensor and the same DIGIC processor and are expected to have identical image quality. As this is a very time consuming test, including carefully capturing 180 images and prepping a crop from each, I opted to fully test only one of the cameras (the 90D) and show the same results for the M6 II.
 
A full narrative of the results is coming soon. In the meantime, create your own comparisons including a look at dynamic range using the +/- exposure variations.
 
The Canon EOS 90D is in stock at B&H | Adorama | Amazon USA | WEX
 
Rent the Canon EOS 90D from Lensrentals.
 
The Canon EOS M6 Mark II is in stock at B&H | Adorama | Amazon USA | WEX
 
Rent the Canon EOS M6 Mark II from Lensrentals.

From Canon U.S.A.:
 
CAPTURE THE BEAUTY OF THE NIGHT SKY WITH CANON’S FIRST FULL-FRAME MIRRORLESS CAMERA FOR ASTROPHOTOGRAPHY
 
Introducing the EOS Ra Camera with Specialized Filtration that Delivers Four Times Greater Hydrogen-alpha Wavelength (656.3 nm) Transmittance Compared to the EOS R
 
MELVILLE, N.Y., November 5, 2019 — In the words of poet Quintus Ennius, “No one regards what is before his or her feet; we all gaze at the stars.” Helping to gaze and capture the beauty of the stars and beyond, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today announced the company’s first full-frame mirrorless camera for astrophotography, the EOS Ra. This new camera was built off the EOS R system combining new features, such as four times greater transmittance of hydrogen-alpha (Ha) light of 656.3 nm compared to the original EOS R. For astrophotographers and hobbyists who enjoy capturing the detailed splendor of the night sky, the new EOS Ra will be an ideal camera to shoot with.
 
“Since the introduction of the EOS R full-frame mirrorless camera system last fall, Canon has remained committed to launching a line of impressive and innovative EOS R models and a strong variety of RF lenses and accessories to meet the needs of every skill level of photographer,” said Kazuto Ogawa, president and chief operating officer, Canon U.S.A., Inc. “As a group of photographers who are passionate about capturing what we can’t see with our naked eyes, the new EOS Ra is designed for astrophotographers looking to capture vivid imagery of the night sky.”
 
Targeting the needs of astrophotographers, the new EOS Ra full-frame mirrorless camera incorporates many advanced features of the EOS R, such as RF mount design, a 30.3MP CMOS sensor, high-precision electronic viewfinder, high-sensitivity, low-noise performance and 4K time-lapse shooting. Optional accessories include an AC adapter kit, which allows the camera to be powered through an AC wall outlet or a battery-powered inverter, a BG-E22 battery grip and three EF-EOS R mount adapters to accommodate the entire range of over seventy EF & EF-S lenses.
 
Other features include:

• Enhanced transmission of Ha rays (656.3 nm wavelength) through an infrared cutoff filter, helping to capture high-precision images of the deep-red wavelengths emitted by nebulae in vivid color, without any special camera alterations.
• A 30x maximum magnification, allowing users to make extremely precise manual focus adjustments*.
• Support for all Canon RF, EF and EF-S lenses (with the use of an optional EF-EOS R mount adapter), including more than 70 lenses from the EF series as well as RF series lenses, which deliver superb image quality. The variety of lenses, such as the large-diameter f/1.2 lenses, ultra-wide-angle lenses, and super-telephoto EF lenses, among others, are all well suited to help photographers to choose the best match for their specific astrophotography purposes.

Availability and Pricing
 
The Canon EOS Ra full-frame mirrorless camera is scheduled to be available in mid-December 2019 for an estimated retail price of $2,499.00 for the body only**.
 
* This magnification ratio applies to the camera only. Not supported by EOS Utility.
**Specifications, availability and prices are subject to change without notice. Actual prices are set by individual dealers and may vary.
 
Preorders
 
Preorders for the Canon EOS Ra open on Tuesday Nov 19 At 12:01AM EST. If you are going to make one of these cameras yours, stop back here and use one of these links to place your order: B&H | Adorama | WEX

Through midnight tonight Eastern Time, B&H has the Interfit S1N AC/DC HSS TTL Monolight available for $379.99 with free shipping. Regularly $499.99.
 
Product Highlights
 

• 1 x S1N 500Ws Flash Head
• 1 x Li-Ion Battery and Charger
• 1 x Bowens-Mount Reflector
• Optional Canon/Nikon/Sony Transmitter

See today's full list of B&H Deal Zone Deals for excellent savings opportunities.

Through midnight tonight Eastern Time, B&H has the Tamron SP 28-75mm F/2.8 XR Di Lens for Canon EF/Nikon F available for $369.00 with free shipping. Regularly $499.00.
 
Product Highlights
 

• Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/32
• XR and LD Elements
• Internal AF Motor, Manual Override
• 7-Blade Diaphragm
• Minimum Focus Distance: 13"
• Maximum Magnification 1:3.9

See today's full list of B&H Deal Zone Deals for excellent savings opportunities.

Canon USA Store has the refurbished (like new with as-new warranty) Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III USM Lens for only $1,519.20. This price is $100.00 less than for the the model II refurb and $379.80 less than a new lens after the $200.00 instant savings.

Without fanfare, the Canon EOS Ra has appeared, available for preorder at Adorama.
 
Canon’s first full-frame mirrorless camera dedicated to deep sky and night sky photography
 
Capture the intricacies of a starry night sky with the new EOS Ra camera — Canon’s first full-frame mirrorless camera dedicated to deep sky and night sky photography. Building on the success of the EOS R, the EOS Ra offers 30x magnification in both the viewfinder and in Live View shooting for more accurate focus.
 
Modified Filter for Enhanced Night Sky Recording
 
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From Pam Clark (Adobe Blog):
 
Photoshop, now available on your iPad; Adobe Fresco available on your iPad and Windows devices; the Creative Cloud Desktop app; Adobe Aero; the new cloud documents system; and a major update to Photoshop on your desktop.
 
I am thrilled to invite you to join us at the beginning of something new. The official debut of Photoshop on the iPad and the cloud documents system, a major new release of Photoshop, a new AR app called Adobe Aero; Adobe Fresco on Windows; and quite a lot more.
 
Today marks a significant evolution of Photoshop. This includes:
 

• Photoshop on the desktop– We are shipping a major update to Photoshop today with many fabulous performance improvements, new Sensei AI and machine learning magic, new industry-leading editing capabilities, and an integrated cloud documents system to seamlessly save your PSDs across all your devices with Photoshop, with no importing or exporting required. This is the same world class Photoshop that powers your creative work, with lots of new added goodness. Download here.
• Photoshop on the iPad– Version 1.0 launches today. This is just the beginning of our journey to expand Photoshop to devices, increasing your choices on how to work using Photoshop. We are launching the first version on the iPad, starting with Photoshop’s top workflows, compositing, masking and retouching, with more to come. Over time, we’ll add more capabilities and workflows as we learn more about how customers use Photoshop on a mobile device. With Photoshop on the iPad, you can open and edit your PSDs anytime, anywhere. You can see and edit your layered documents and create with many of your favorite Photoshop features using mobile and touch. It is reimagined with a new user experience completely redesigned for the iPad with touch and mobility top of mind. Photoshop on your iPad seamlessly connects to Photoshop on your desktop through the new integrated cloud documents system. More info here.
• Cloud documents– Cloud documents undergoes a major expansion today to support the PSD format. This is a new system that first launched in Adobe XD last year. Today’s evolution enables you to seamlessly save your PSDs among your Photoshop apps and Adobe Fresco, and adds support for Adobe Aero, the new Creative Cloud desktop app and Assets.Adobe.com. For Photoshop, you can access and edit the same document across surfaces without unnecessary imports, conversions, quality loss or exports- no pixel destruction!Also shipping today and connected to Photoshop via cloud documents:
• Adobe Fresco– the new painting and drawing app for the iPad that also uses PSDs and links to Photoshop and the cloud documents system. Today it also launches on Windows. (Download on Windows | iPad)
• Adobe Aero– a new mobile iOS app for designers to create, share and view interactive, immersive experiences set in Augmented Reality. Make your layered PSDs interactive starting today! Whaaaaat? Try it out! Download here.
• Creative Cloud Desktop– the new desktop application that is a portal to your Creative Cloud world of apps, services, collaboration and more.

For the product team, shipping our first version of Photoshop on the iPad and the cloud documents system is a huge milestone that comes after more than a year of intense work. It is a great burst of energy for us into the world. For you, the customer, this first 1.0 version is just the starting line. We plan to shape this new experience together with you, our customers.
 
Here’s more about the Photoshops, the cloud document system, and the associated apps that we are releasing today:
 
The journey begins with Photoshop on the iPad
 
When we started this project, it was hard for me to envision how we would reimagine the Photoshop desktop interface into a beautiful, performant experience optimized for pencil and touch on a smaller screen, while also retaining the power, depth and flexibility of Photoshop.
 
Photoshop on the iPad is built using the same code base as Photoshop on the desktop. This means you can open and edit the same PSD in Photoshop on your desktop or iPad without worrying about conversions, compressions, imports or exports. Photoshop on the iPad supports large files and many, many layers, just like Photoshop on your desktop, preserving your data across devices. The edits you make, whether making layer adjustments, masking, or spot healing, will produce the same results across devices because the app is powered by the same desktop engine.
 
One very important thing to note: This is the beginning. The first version of Photoshop on iPad is focused on compositing, basic retouching, and masking, common tasks and workflows that we know will be useful for most Photoshop users. Over time, we’ll add more capabilities and workflows as we learn more about how customers use Photoshop on a mobile device.
 
We plan to add new capabilities as quickly as possible on a regular cadence of releases, which will begin after MAX 2019. We’re releasing with a set of features we know all Photoshop users will need and plan to add capabilities as we see how customers use Ps on the iPad. While leveraging the same code base helps accelerate development, we’re also deeply committed to rethinking every experience for the pencil and touch screen to give you the best Photoshop experience possible no matter what environment you work in. We know we have more work to do and we encourage you to share what’s important to you after you’ve tried the product.
 
To orient you, the standard Photoshop toolbar is on the left, modernized for touch. Layers are on the right, modernized for a smaller screen to maximize canvas space. You can also see a detailed layers panel, just like desktop if that’s your preference.
 
All your work is automatically saved to the cloud using a new system we are also introducing today that we call cloud documents (details on that below). All your cloud documents are PSDs and are automatically saved across all your Photoshops and available to edit everywhere Photoshop is. So whether you flip over to check your email, head back to the home screen, or walk away from your iPad, you won’t lose your work.
 
We have some in-app tours and video tutorials to get you started and a new home button that takes you to where you can continue existing projects or start new ones. Currently you can export to PNG, JPEG, PSD, TIFF.
 
The help icon, which is the ? in the top right corner, takes you to help and community forums where we’d love for you to participate.
 
Today, Photoshop on the iPad is available to all Creative Cloud customers who have a subscription to Photoshop.
 

• Existing Photoshop subscribers: Simply download Photoshop on your iPad from the iOS app store (also on your iPad), log in with your Adobe ID and take it for a whirl. It is included in your subscription.

Cloud documents
 
Cloud documents provide a streamlined method to work, share and manage creative documents across devices. This system is deeply integrated into Photoshop on the desktop and iPad, Adobe Fresco and Adobe Aero. Cloud documents enable you to work on your projects seamlessly across apps. Instead of exporting and importing files, simply connect to the internet, open your PSD from the app Home Screen and pick up where you left off. If you’ve been using Adobe XD, this workflow will be familiar as we use the same system for XD files. We are thrilled to integrate the cloud document capabilities into Photoshop and expand our support to PSDs today. (When a PSD is in the cloud, we’ve changed the extension to PSDC, “C” for cloud. It retains all the same characteristics and capabilities of an offline PSD.) Saving your creative work as cloud documents will enable exclusive benefits:
 

• Work from anywhere and access your creative work across devices like Photoshop on your desktop, iPad and Adobe Fresco and Adobe Aero
• Work on one PSD file on Photoshop on your desktop, on Photoshop on your iPad and Fresco on your iPad, with all your edits seamlessly saved to that file from these apps via autosave
• Easily find creative files directly from within your application’s Home
• Peace of mind. Your documents are automatically saved and you are using the most up-to-date version

Home is easy to navigate to in Photoshop on the desktop, iPad and Fresco with similar tools and capabilities in all the apps.
 
Some key details about cloud documents:
 

• You can also choose to save your Photoshop desktop PSDs locally on your computer or in a different cloud storage location, exactly the same as in prior versions of Photoshop.
• You can use Photoshop on your desktop or iPad while offline. For Photoshop on the desktop, working offline is exactly the same as in prior versions of Photoshop.
• Cloud documents in Photoshop desktop and Photoshop on the iPad and Fresco are auto-saved.
• All documents in Photoshop on your iPad and Fresco are default cloud documents and default auto-saved to the cloud. You can export them to your device or other storage locations any time.
• Cloud documents, like libraries and synced files, are part of the Creative Cloud services ?included with your membership and count toward your Creative Cloud storage?allocation.

For more info, click here and here.
 
Photoshop
 
Learn even more about what’s new in this version of Photoshop here.
 
On February 19, we will celebrate Photoshop’s 30th birthday. We now have many customers who were born after Photoshop and have never been without it. I’m so incredibly proud to be part of a product that continues to be the tool used by millions of creative people worldwide to bring their imaginations to life. Today that tool gets even better.
 
First, you will be thrilled with some of the improvements we’ve added using our Sensei technology of artificial intelligence and machine learning- particularly new capabilities in the Object Selection Tool and Content-Aware-Fill.
 

Many aspects of the user experience and engine have been re-architected for speed including places like the Home screen where you can see and open your PSDs; and the File > New dialog, which now launches almost instantaneously. Opening files on the Mac is also speedier now.
 
The home screen looks different because we’ve added things like access to cloud documents. We also have a “What’s new” tour so you can very easily see what we’ve added to each release as we are now constantly shipping new capabilities.
 
Properties Panel
 
We’ve cut out steps to navigate through multiple panels and dialogs by repackaging top tasks into a central location. These properties are shown contextually for the given content selected. This includes:
 

• Document properties like canvas size, color mode, background fill, and toggles for rulers, grids and guides.
• Pixel layer properties like transform options, alignment options, background removal and select subject shortcuts.
• Type properties like selecting tracking, leading, aliasing options, OpenType features and more.

We’ve also added new quick action buttons to accelerate common tasks. For example you can now one-click to remove background or select subject while in the pixel layer properties panel or quickly convert text layers into a frame or shape.
 
Preset Panels: Swatches, Gradients, Patterns, Shapes and Styles
 
Preset workflows have received a complete overhaul. These improvements make up some of the all-time top requests across all customer types. You get:
 

• New beautiful, modern default content like gradients and patterns (we know you’ll miss the old ones).
• New, dedicated panels for gradients, patterns and shapes.
• Manage your presets by organizing them into groups. Drag and move to rearrange and re-order.
• New behaviors, like drag and drop gradients, patterns and swatches onto the canvas.
• Quickly try different looks by clicking through your presets to see a live preview on canvas.

Don’t like the changes? The familiar legacy presets can still be accessed and loaded via the contextual panel menu item “Legacy presets.”
 
Object Selection Tool
 
This tool has been promoted to the top spot under the magic selections tool icon. We use Sensei AI machine learning to enable you to automatically select single, multiple or parts of objects in an image; speeding up complex selections.
 
Select subject Select Subject gets better edges, is faster on a Mac and we’ve reduced the size of the Sensei AI machine learning model on disk without reducing quality so we can also run it on Photoshop on iPad and achieve identical results on both platforms (this feature coming to iPad soon).
 
Content-Aware-Fill Enhancements
 
We’ve added three ways to identify where in your image you want it to look for source pixels as fill content.
 

• Auto: intelligently select source pixels by analyzing pixels near the selection
• Rectangular: Chooses pixels nearby
• Custom: gives you full control. You identify exactly which pixels to fill from

Smart Object Convert to Layers
 
Convert a Smart Object back into its component layers to fine-tune your designs—and do it all in one place, without having to switch between document windows. Right-click any existing Smart Object and use the menu item ‘Convert to Layers’ to unpack the layers.
 
This is a specific response to requests from some of our power users and we worked very closely with them to get it right.
 
Lens Blur
 
Now you can take better advantage of the depth maps coming out of your camera. You can set a focal point to choose what to blur and keep in focus (foreground, background, etc). We’ve also made it speedier with GPU improvements.
 
Transform Warp Enhancements
 
We’ve added much more flexibility and control to transform warp with the ability to drag with bezier curves. We’ve added preset grids: 3×3, 4×4, 5×5 defaults. You can also create your own custom-sized grids (20×4 for example) and add and move your own new gridlines and anchor points.
 
There’s also a new keyboard shortcut (option/alt). This supports multiple undos to remove gridlines as you add them. And you can shift/drag to select multiple points for more control over creative warping.
 
32-Bit HDR Images
 
We’ve added adjustment layers for curves and brightness / contrast for 32-bit images.
 
Consistent Transform Behavior
 
You spoke. We listened. Proportionally transform multiple layers, regardless of the type, without using Shift. However, if you prefer the legacy behavior, simply click the link in the transform option bar to revert back to legacy behavior (all layers free transform by default). With a single click, you can set up Photoshop to your preferred transform behavior.
 
Smart Object and Layer Comp Tracking
 
Now save the variation of a Layer Comp within a Smart Object to save time from manually setting each variation.
 
New Shortcuts
 

• Paint/erase with the same brush: Use the (~) key to toggle between painting and erasing with the same brush tip. This is a popular customer request also available on the iPad.
• Faster layer navigation: Option/single click on a layer and zoom to that layer to help with faster navigation, especially with complex layered-documents.
• Quickly rotate the brush tip by using the left and right arrow keys when a brush tool is active.

And So Much More
 
…Document tab improvements, native animated GIF support, better handling of scratch disks out of space…
 
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