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Check out today's B&H Deal Zone for big savings on the Benro TAD18CB1 Series 1 Adventure Carbon Fiber Tripod with B1 Ball Head – only $160.00 (save $155.00).

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

B&H has a used Canon RF 70-200mm F4 L IS USM Lens in stock.

Review: Canon RF 70-200mm F4 L IS USM Lens

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

• Delkin Devices Memory Cards (128GB Premium CFast, 256GB Black UHS-II SHXC, 512GB Black microSDHC) – only $79.99 - $299.99 after up to $125.00 instant savings
• Zeiss Batis 25mm f/2 Lens for Sony E – only $979.00 after $370.00 instant savings
• LG A1PU 77" Class HDR 4K UHD Smart OLED TV – only $2,096.99 after $900.00 instant savings
• Case Logic 13.3" Laptop and MacBook Sleeves – only $9.99 after $16.00 instant savings
• Stroboframe Camera Flip Bracket – only $17.95 after $32.00 instant savings

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

Be the first to check out when B&H opens at 9:30pm ET tonight to score:

B&H has a pair of Canon EOS R5 C Cameras in stock – save $550.00 vs. new.

B&H has a used Really Right Stuff Ascend-14 Compact Travel Carbon Fiber Tripod in stock – save $450.00 vs. new.

Learn more:

Canon EOS R5 C Review
Really Right Stuff Ascend-14 Long Tripod Review

A used Really Right Stuff Ground-Level Aluminum Tripod is in stock at B&H.

A 10-rated used Canon Tripod Mount Ring and Adapter for the RF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM Lens is in stock at B&H.

Relevant reviews:

Really Right Stuff Ground-Level Aluminum Tripod
Canon RF 100mm F2.8 L Macro IS USM Lens

"Capture One 22 (15.2.1) is a service pack with important bug fixes and a lens profile" for the Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens.

Get the full details of this update in the release notes.

Get Capture One at B&H.

Take advantage of this kit upgrade opportunity: take a few minutes to browse National Photo Month Specials at B&H.

B&H has a pair of used Sony Alpha 1 Cameras in stock. Save up to $975.00 for 9 and 10-rated bodies vs. new.

B&H has used Canon RF 16mm F2.8 and 50mm F/1.8 lens in stock.

B&H has a 10-rated used Canon EF 500mm f/4L IS II USM Lens in stock. Save $1,350.00 vs. new. A used Canon EF 400mm f/4 DO IS II USM Lens is also in stock.

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

• Vello Battery Grips for Select Cameras – only $29.95 - $69.95 after up to $60.00 instant savings
• SanDisk 32GB Ultra SDHC UHS-I Memory Card – only $5.99 - $11.49 after $6.50 instant savings
• HP 13.3" ProBook x360 435 G8 Multi-Touch 2-in-1 Notebook (Pike Silver Aluminum) – only $569.00 after $310.00 instant savings
• LG UL3G 50 Class 4K UHD Conference Room & Digital Signage LED Display – only $749.00 after $307.00 instant savings
• GOgroove DSLR Camera Backpack – only $39.99 after $30.00 instant savings
• Vanguard BBH-100 Ballhead – only $99.99 after $70.00 instant savings

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

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

Bryan's Used Gear for Sale

Brands available include Canon, Really Right Stuff, Pelican, and more.
 

The fast SanDisk 128GB Extreme PRO UHS-II V90 SDXC Memory Card is on sale for $149.99 after $50.00 instant savings at B&H.

The SanDisk 128GB Extreme PRO CFexpress Card Type B is on sale for $139.99 after $110.00 instant savings at B&H.

Check out the rest of the SanDisk Memory Cards on sale at B&H.

B&H has my favorite ball head in used stock, the Really Right Stuff BH-40 Ball Head with Full-Size Lever-Release Clamp. Save $115.00 (25%) vs. new. This ball head model is OOS everywhere.

I also have one of these for sale (I have an extra):

Really Right Stuff BH-40 Ball Head with Full-Size Lever-Release Clamp in mint condition. The clamp has two tiny scratches on the logo side and some scratches on the recessed area inside the jaws. Pouch (in mint condition) and box are included.

Just posted: Pelican 1615 Air Wheeled Hard Case Review.

This case is nearly the same as the Pelican 1637 Air Wheeled Hard Case, with one significant exception — the dimensions.

Order the Pelican 1615 Air Wheeled Hard Case from B&H | Adorama | Amazon USA | WEX

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Time to start planning: a total supermoon lunar eclipse is coming on May 15-16, 2022 and, barring clouds, will be visible to a significant population, including most of the USA.

From EarthSky.org:

People in the Americas, Europe and Africa will see the total lunar eclipse during the night of May 15-16, 2022. Plus, on this night, the moon is close: a supermoon.

Penumbral eclipse begins at 1:32 UTC on May 16 (9:32 p.m. EDT on May 15).

Partial eclipse begins at 2:27 UTC on May 16 (10:27 p.m. EDT on May 15).

Totality begins (moon engulfed in Earth’s shadow) begins at 3:29 UTC on May 16 (11:29 p.m. EDT on May 15).

Totality ends at 4:53 UTC on May 16 (12:53 a.m. EDT).

Partial eclipse ends at 5:55 UTC on May 16 (1:55 a.m. EDT).

Penumbral eclipse ends at 6:50 UTC on May 16 (2:50 a.m. EDT).

Maximum eclipse is at 4:12 UTC on May 16 (12:12 a.m. EDT).

Duration of totality: About 85 minutes.

Note: This total eclipse is central. That means the moon passes centrally through the axis of Earth’s dark (umbral) shadow. The moon is in a near part of its orbit – close to Earth – during the eclipse. It’s a supermoon.

Because they are so deep, such eclipses typically have the longest total phases. In this case, the duration of totality lasts almost an hour and a half: 84.9 minutes!

Get the complete lunar eclipse details at EarthSky.org

Plan to participate in this event. Order your long telephoto lens now from B&H to ensure the ability to capture the lunar details in high resolution. You might want to also pick up a tracking mount.

Here is the story behind the Super Wolf Blood Moon Lunar Eclipse 2019 Progression Composite Image.

Use your favorite night sky app (such as Photo Ephemeris) to determine moon's elevation. You need to ensure that the shooting location does not have obstructions that will not block the view during the shooting period.

Many of us will find the moon high in the sky when the eclipse begins and will be shooting nearly straight up during totality. The How to Shoot Upward with a Large Lens While Using a Gimbal Tripod Head article may be helpful.

Just posted: Cartoni Focus 8 Fluid Video Head Review.

The Focus 8 is entry level into the high-performing Cartoni Focus series.

Order the Cartoni Focus 8 Fluid Video Head from B&H or Adorama.

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Check out today's Adorama Deals of the Day (available until 10:00 AM ET tomorrow) for big savings on:

• Hoya SOLAS 77mm Variable Neutral Density Filter, 1.3-stops to 8.7-stops – only $49.95 after $279.95 (85%) instant savings
• Irix 15mm f/2.4 Blackstone Lens for Canon EF, Nikon F – only $485.00 after $110.00 instant savings
• 3Pod Orbit Tripod (4 Section Extension Legs, Bubble Level, with Bag, 69", Aluminum) – only $69.99 after $79.96 instant savings
• & more!

Go to Adorama Deals of the Day!

Note that the new, faster Delkin Devices 512GB BLACK CFexpress Type B Memory Card is priced at only 499.99. That is less than $1/GB for a fast, premium-grade card.

The new Delkin Devices BLACK CFexpress Type B Memory Cards are in stock at B&H.

From Delkin Devices:

Delkin's New BLACK CFexpress™ Type B Memory Cards Surpass Nikon Z9 Limits

POWAY, CA, MAY 6, 2022 - Delkin Devices, a manufacturer of flash storage solutions and camera accessories, announced today the launch of its latest version of top-selling BLACK CFexpress™ Type B memory cards. With improved speeds, more capacity and guaranteed full compatibility with the latest Nikon Z9 firmware (v2.0), Delkin’s BLACK CFexpress™ cards offer photographers and videographers a solution that is both reliable and trustworthy for professional use.

Specially designed to meet the data-intensive demands of today’s broadcast, cinema and photography industries, Delkin BLACK CFexpress™ Type B cards provide minimum sustained sequential write speeds exceeding 1240 MB/s, guaranteeing flawless cinema-quality video recording, including 8K RAW 12-Bit @ 60fps (2.6 Gbps) in the Nikon Z9. These cards when used in the Nikon Z9 also allow shooters to surpass the maximums stated in the camera manual, capturing an unlimited amount of high-resolution RAW photos in a single press. The cards are also capable of offloading data at speeds reaching up to 1725 MB/s, ensuring the quickest, most efficient data transfer from card to computer for immediate file access and sooner post-production start time.

“What is the Delkin Difference?” asks Jenn Sherry, Delkin's Director of Retail Sales & Marketing. She continues, “a handful of key things make us rock. Our Delkin BLACK line offers the World’s Best Warranty for memory cards, the cards come serialized from authorized retailers and we offer customer service in four time zones around the globe. No other memory card company offers that to their customers. If you haven’t purchased a Delkin CFexpress card before, give us a chance. I’m happy to take your call personally and answer any questions.”

Each BLACK CFexpress™ Type B memory card has undergone extensive testing to ensure full functionality in today’s high-end cinematic hosts, including ones from Canon® (C300 Mark III, C500 Mark II, 1D X Mark III, R3, R5 & R5C), Nikon® (D6, Z6 II, Z7 II & Z9), Panasonic® (S1/S1R & GH6) and Phase One® (XF IQ4). It is important to note though that CFexpress™ Type B cards are not backwards compatible with either CFexpress™ Type A, CFast 2.0 or CompactFlash hosts.

In addition to their “Lifetime Warranty” policy, Delkin continues to offer a unique built-in insurance policy for their BLACK memory cards, known as the “48-Hour Replacement Guarantee”. Delkin will replace any non-working BLACK card within 48 hours or less (not including weekends), prior to receiving the non-working card. Cards can also be exchanged over-the-counter at any authorized Delkin BLACK reseller.

Image quality, vignetting, flare, and distortion test results along with specs, measurements, and standard product images are now available on the Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens page.

This lens is available in Canon EF-M, Sony E, Leica L, Fujifilm X, and Micro Four Thirds mounts.

Save $75.00 instantly via the current Sigma promotion. Order the Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens from B&H | Adorama | Amazon USA | WEX

Rent the Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens from Lensrentals.

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While I'm sure the new show will offer great opportunities, I'm going to miss the old PhotoPlus Expo.

PHOTOPLUS Embraces New Identity as Create NYC, Relocates to Brooklyn to Welcome Creator Community

MAY 2, 2022

After two years of in-person event cancellations due to the COVID-19 pandemic, PHOTOPLUS is proud to return this year as Create NYC Powered by PHOTOPLUS. To be held from September 29 to October 1, 2022, the three-day event leaves the Jacob Javits Convention Center for the Duggal Greenhouse in Brooklyn, NY.

The photography industry’s premier trade show morphs into a festival experience. Create NYC immerses attendees in anything and everything Image Culture. It celebrates all visual storytellers whose work crosses various platforms, expresses shared experiences, inspires dialogue for change, and blurs the lines between art and cultural relevance.

Create NYC puts education and experience first, featuring a main stage of dynamic speakers who will strike meaningful conversations about the impact of imagery on society. Additionally, the event will offer attendees the opportunity for intimate educational moments through creator walks, sessions, and lab-style workshops – all known as Creator Experiences led by engaging visual creatives, including photographers, filmmakers, editors, artists, and more.

Tickets for Create NYC will be available starting June 13. Unlike in previous years, ticket quantities will be limited.

“The decision to reimagine PHOTOPLUS into Create NYC was in response to demand from a rapidly growing emerging creator community,” said Create NYC Show Director Joseph Kowalsky. “The definition of an imaging professional and visual storyteller has broadened. Create NYC aims to be the home for all using imaging technology to create stories that trigger emotion and impact society.”

About Create NYC Powered by PHOTOPLUS: A 3-day experience based in Brooklyn, NY, that celebrates the world of Image Culture, shedding light on visual storytellers that transcend the boundaries of the frame, page, or screen to broaden and share collective experiences, inspire meaningful conversation and change, and act as the bridge between artistic work and cultural relevance.

About Emerald: Emerald’s talented and experienced team grows our customers’ businesses 365 days a year through connections, content, and commerce. We expand connections that drive new business opportunities, product discovery, and relationships with over 140 annual events, matchmaking, and lead-gen services. We create content to ensure that our customers are on the cutting edge of their industries and are continually developing their skills. And we power commerce through efficient year-round buying and selling. We do all this by seamlessly integrating in-person and digital platforms and channels. Emerald is immersed in the industries we serve and committed to supporting the communities in which we operate. As true partners, we create experiences that inspire, amaze, and deliver breakthrough results.

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

• Angelbird 2TB AV Pro CFexpress 2.0 Type B Memory Card – only $549.99 after $350.00 instant savings
• Vello Auto Lens Adapter for Canon EF/EF-S Lens to Canon RF-Mount Camera – only $59.95 after $30.00 instant savings
• Benro GH2F Folding Gimbal Head with Arca-Type Quick Release Plate – only $349.95 after $200.00 instant savings
• Genaray Spectro LED Essential 500IIB Bi-Color LED Light – only $119.95 after $150.00 instant savings
• & more!

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

Save $300.00 on DJI FPV Drone Kits at B&H.

Prices on the SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD V2s (up to 4TB) are significantly reduced at B&H.

Crucial X6 SSDs are also on sale — the 4TB model at $359.99 is an especially great value (it is the portable SSD that I use).

Image quality, vignetting, flare, and distortion test results along with specs and measurements are now available on the Sigma 30mm F1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens page.

This lens is available in Canon EF-M, Sony E, Leica L, Fujifilm X, and Micro Four Thirds mounts.

Save $75.00 instantly via the current Sigma promotion. Order the Sigma 30mm F1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens from B&H | Adorama | Amazon USA | WEX

Rent the Sigma 30mm F1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens from Lensrentals.

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

• Delkin Devices 1TB Advantage UHS-I SDXC Memory Card – only $129.99 after $70.00 instant savings
• Thule Narrator 30L Backpacks – only $49.95 after $50.00 instant savings
• Vanguard VEO 2 235AB Aluminum Tripods w/Ball Head – only $74.99 after $65.00 instant savings
• Genaray Ultra-Thin Bicolor 288 SMD LED On-Camera Light – only $49.99 after $50.00 instant savings
• Synco WAir-G2-A2 Ultracompact 2-Person Digital Wireless Microphone System for Mirrorless/DSLR Cameras (2.4 GHz) – only $129.00 after $70.00 instant savings
• Case Logic Saigon Neck Strap for DSLR Cameras – only $6.99 after $6.00 instant savings

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

Check out the new ProGrade Digital 512GB UHS-II SDXC Memory Card at B&H.

Previously, 256GB was the highest capacity available in a SDXC UHS-II V90 card.

While confirming this fact, the also-just-introduced Wise Advanced 512GB SD-N UHS-II SDXC Memory Card showed up (at a considerably higher cost).

Check out today's Adorama Deals of the Day (available until 10:00 AM ET tomorrow) for big savings on:

• Tokina Opera 16-28mm F/2.8 FX Lens for Canon EF and Nikon F – only $499.00 after $200.00 instant savings
• Adobe Photoshop and Premiere Elements 2022 – only $89.99 after $ instant savings
• Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III Mirrorless Camera Body, Black with Olympus M. Zuiko 12-40mm F/2.8 Zoom Lens – only $1,999.98 after $800.00 instant savings
• & more!

Go to Adorama Deals of the Day!

Use coupon code SUNSHINE15 (one use per customer) at Lensrentals to save 15% on orders arriving by 5/27/2022.

Renting is a great option for trying new gear or for getting otherwise unaffordable gear to use for a short duration.

Check out the just-launched Mother's Day Sale at B&H.

Save big on your favorite brands, including Apple, SanDisk, DJI, Godox, WD, and MANY more.

Here are the lenses included in Sigma's latest promotion – mirrorless models first:

Model	Rebate Amount
Sigma 14-24mm f/2.8 DG DN Art Lens	$100.00	B&H | Adorama | Amazon
Sigma 28-70mm F2.8 DG DN Contemporary Lens	$100.00	B&H | Adorama | Amazon
Sigma 100-400mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS C Lens	$50.00	B&H | Adorama | Amazon
Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG DN OS Sports Lens	$100.00	B&H | Adorama | Amazon
Sigma 16mm F1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens	$75.00	B&H | Adorama | Amazon
Sigma 30mm F1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens	$75.00	B&H | Adorama | Amazon
Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN Contemporary Lens	$75.00	B&H | Adorama | Amazon
Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 DC HSM Art Lens	$100.00	B&H | Adorama | Amazon
Sigma 50-100mm f/1.8 DC HSM Art Lens	$100.00	B&H | Adorama | Amazon
Sigma 100-400mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM C Lens	$50.00	B&H | Adorama | Amazon
Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM C Lens	$190.00	B&H | Adorama | Amazon
Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens	$50.00	B&H | Adorama | Amazon
Sigma 85mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens	$100.00	B&H | Adorama | Amazon
Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Macro Lens	$350.00	B&H | Adorama | Amazon

Save $300.00 on the Sony a7R IVA at B&H.

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

• Delkin Devices 512GB BLACK CFexpress Type B Memory Card (FAST minimum write speeds) – only $469.00 after $230.00 instant savings
• Benro Carbon Fiber Tripods with Ball Heads – only $179.99 - $199.99 after up to $190.00 instant savings
• Pelican 3315RIPX7 Waterproof Right Angle LED Flashlight – only $49.95 after $110.00 instant savings
• Interfit Badger Unleashed Battery-Powered Flash Head – only $219.99 after $110.00 instant savings
• Mod The Luxe Camera Bag – only $75.00 after $24.96 instant savings
• DIY Camera Cookie Cutters (3-Pack) – only $9.95 after $8.00 instant savings

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

Be the first to check out at 9:15pm ET tonight when B&H reopens to score a used Canon RF 14-35mm F4 L IS USM Lens for $1,459.95, a $240.00 (14%) savings vs. $1,699.00 new.

Learn more: Canon RF 14-35mm F4 L IS USM Lens Review

Used Canon RF 24-105mm F4 L IS USM and RF 50mm F1.2 USM Lenses are stock at B&H.

Also, the hard-to-find Sony FE 400mm F2.8 GM OSS Lens has appeared in the used stock — save $1,800.00 vs. new.

Learn more:

Canon RF 24-105mm F4 L IS USM Lens
Canon RF 50mm F1.2 L USM Lens Review
Sony FE 400mm f/2.8 GM OSS Lens Review

Closing out the NAB show with Apple iPad specials:

Through 4/30, save up to $50.00 on the Apple 8.3" iPad mini (6th Gen) and up to $100.00 on the Apple 12.9 iPad Pro M1 Chip Mid 2021 at B&H.

Great deal only available until April 30th: The regular price for this tripod kit is $189.00, the included Manfrotto 494 Center Ball Head with 200PL-PRO Quick Release Plate individually sells for $84.88, and the case is worth $22.99.

While supplies last, the Limited Edition Befree Advanced Camo Wild Green Travel Tripod with Head (made in Italy) is on sale for only $129.00 at Manfrotto.

The Manfrotto Spring Sale includes numerous other good deals.

Also attractive is "Up to 50% OFF on Manfrotto Professional Memory Cards" with fast SDXC V90 cards getting the big discount.

Inventory update: Canon has the refurbished Canon RF 28-70mm F2 L USM Lens and many other RF lenses in stock.

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

This is the best event lens ever: Canon RF 28-70mm F2 L USM Lens Review

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

• SpyderX Colorimeter Kits – up to $200.00 instant savings
• Feelworld 10" 4K IPS Professional HDMI Field Monitor – only $229.00 after $60.00 instant savings
• Oben Lander CT-3565 5-Section Carbon Fiber Travel Tripod System & TVH-108 Video Head – only $169.99 after $100.00 instant savings
• GVM Dual RGB-10S SMD LED Video Light Kit – only $69.00 after $50.00 instant savings
• IDX 2 x DUO-C150 V-Mount Batteries & 2-Ch Charger/Power Supply Kit – only $549.95 after $250.00 instant savings
• Vertiv Liebert PST5-660MT120 8-Outlet UPS – only $44.95 after $28.00 instant savings

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

Check out the just announced edelkrone JibONE v2 Motion Control Jib Arm at B&H.

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

• Manfrotto 504X Fluid Video Head & MVTTWINMA Aluminum Tripod with Mid-Level Spreader – only $569.88 after $347.00 instant savings
• Feiyu AK2000C 3-Axis Handheld Gimbal Stabilizer – only $139.99 after $100.00 instant savings
• Snaptain SP510 2.7K Foldable Drone – only $99.99 after $100.00 instant savings
• Arco V55G Rolling Camcorder Bag – only $99.99 after $100.00 instant savings
• Trigyn NANO-Lite Pocket Bicolor LED Light Smartphone Kit – only $59.99 after $37.00 instant savings
• Sunpak VL-LED-96 Compact Video Light – only $16.95 after $23.00 instant savings

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

Check out the new, rugged Samsung T7 Shield Portable SSDs with an up to $50.00 introductory savings at B&H.

From Lexar:

LEXAR UNVEILS THE WORLD’S FASTEST CFEXPRESS TYPE B CARD DIAMOND SERIES AND CFEXPRESS TYPE A CARD GOLD SERIES

San Jose, USA, April 25, 2022 – Lexar, a leading brand of flash memory solution, proudly unveils the world’s fastest Lexar® Professional CFexpress™ Type B Card DIAMOND Series and Lexar® Professional CFexpress™ Type A Card GOLD Series at the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) event this week in Las Vegas, Nevada.

From field to post production, Lexar aims to provide our users products that offer unmatched quality, performance, reliability and compatibility to dramatically accelerate workflow from start to finish.

To meet the demand of high-performance memory solution needed for professional filmmakers and content creators, the Lexar® Professional CFexpress™ Type B Card DIAMOND Series provides unmatched read speeds of up to 1900MB/s, dramatically accelerating your post-production workflow for enhanced productivity. And with blazing-fast write speeds of up to 1700MB/s1, quickly capture smooth RAW 8K, 6K and 4K video with ease. It is also backwards compatible with select XQD® cameras2.

Designed to leverage the capabilities of next-gen cinema cameras and mirrorless camera adopting the CFexpress™ Type A format, Lexar also unveils the Professional CFexpress™ Type A Card GOLD Series. Featuring superior speeds of 900MB/s read, and 800MB/s1 write, this card allows you to capture high-quality images and seamless 8K, 6K and 4K video. Lexar will also launch the CFexpress™ Type A Reader, which supports ultra-high-speed USB 10Gbps transfer protocol via USB Type-C®, in the coming months.

The cards support VPG 400 specification which guarantees a minimum sustained write speed of 400MB/s to capture professional-quality video for compatible host devices. Designed specifically for professional video users, it also ensures that your content is captured seamlessly with no drop frames. Moreover, they are built with the rugged durability you need to capture content even in the harshest of conditions. The cards are designed to be shock and vibration-proof, and resistant to extreme temperatures3. And, for added peace of mind, both cards are backed by a Lifetime Limited Warranty4.

“Lexar has a long history of providing industry leading memory solution for professional users and we are excited to continue this tradition with the world’s fastest Lexar® Professional CFexpress™ Type B Card DIAMOND Series and Lexar® Professional CFexpress™ Type A Card GOLD Series. These cards will dramatically help professionals speed up their workflow while providing the quality, performance and reliability they’ve come to expect from Lexar.” said Joel Boquiren, General Manager of Lexar.

Lexar® Professional CFexpress™ Type B Card DIAMOND Series and Lexar® Professional CFexpress™ Type A Card GOLD Series are under development and will be available in Q2 2022.

Lexar is exhibiting at this year’s NAB Tradeshow held at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV, from April 24th – 27th.

1 Speeds based on internal testing. Actual sustained speed may vary depending on host device

2 Compatible with firmware enabled CFexpress™ cameras

3 Temperature-proof: Withstands operating temperature range from 14ºF (-10ºC) to 158ºF (70 ºC) and non-operating temperatures from -4ºF (-20ºC) or 185ºF (85 ºC).

Shock resistant (50[G], 11[ms] / half sine wave.Apply the above impact 3 times from each of 3 orthogonal directions.)

Vibration resistant (10[Hz] to 2000[Hz] to 10[Hz], Sweep time: 20 minutes. 12 cycles per axis, (36 cycles for 3 axes) , Test time: 12[hr]).

4 Limited lifetime warranty is limited to 10 years from purchase in Germany and regions not recognizing lifetime warranty

 
So Lexar, owned by Chinese company Longsys, lays claim to the "World's Fastest" title.

If read speed is important to you, this card's claim matters, "... dramatically accelerating your post-production workflow for enhanced productivity." Write speed is the factor in play during capture, and the 1700 part of the "up to 1700MB/s" write speed is also extremely fast.

Temporing is the "minimum sustained write speed of 400MB/s" part. While 400MB/s is the minimum sustained write speed required to obtain the VPG 400 specification, is that the true minimum sustained write speed of this card? If so, the speed is less impressive, as other long-available cards have minimum sustained specs that far surpass this minimum spec.

Get your Lexar CFexpress Card at B&H.

An extensive list of NAB show specials are live at B&H. Note that some specials require coupon code BHNAB22 but clicking the show specials link on the home page should auto apply the code.

Save $600.00 on the Sony a7R IIIA Mirrorless Camera and save $300.00 on the Sony a7R IVA Mirrorless Camera.

Don't miss today's B&H NAB Deal Zone for big savings on:

• Cartoni Focus 8 Fluid Head with Red Lock Tripod System – only $799.00 after $436.00 instant savings (similar to the just-reviewed Cartoni Focus 10 Fluid Video Head)
• Syrp Genie One Motion Control Pan Head/Linear Drive – only $199.88 after $282.00 instant savings
• Lume Cube Panel Mini & Ball Head Camera Mount with 3/8"-16 Light Stand Adapter – only $49.99 after $25.00 instant savings
• Feelworld F6 Plus 5.5" 4K HDMI Monitor – only $119.99 after $70.00 instant savings
• GVM Teleprompter for Tablets and Smartphones with Bluetooth Remote and App – only $ after $ instant savings
• Nanuk 935 Wheeled Hard Utility Cases with Foam Insert – only $144.95 after $80.00 instant savings

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

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

• Hot Deal: Manfrotto 608 Nitrotech Fluid Head with 645 FAST Twin Carbon Fiber Tripod System and Bag – only $749.88 after $536.00 instant savings. Reviews:
  Manfrotto 608 Nitrotech Fluid Video Head
  Manfrotto 645 FAST Twin Leg Video Tripod
• Roland V-02HD Switcher with UVC-01 Encoder Bundle – only $195.00 after $195.00 instant savings
• Godox ML30 150 LED Dainty Lights (Bi-Color or Daylight) – only $129.00 - $149.00 after up to $80.00 instant savings
• SmallRig Pix M160 On-Camera RGBWW LED Light – only $59.00 after $40.00 instant savings
• Saramonic SR-C6 Watertight Dustproof Carry-On Case – only $19.99 after $15.00 instant savings

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

Great deal: The regular price for this tripod kit is $189.00, the included Manfrotto 494 Center Ball Head with 200PL-PRO Quick Release Plate individually sells for $84.88, and the case is worth $22.99.

While supplies last, the Limited Edition Befree Advanced Camo Wild Green Travel Tripod with Head (made in Italy) is on sale for only $129.00 at Manfrotto.

The Manfrotto Spring Sale includes numerous other good deals.

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Overall, Canon and Sony offer outstanding camera and lens line-ups. It is hard to go wrong with either choice, and with no unanimous winner declared, neither Canon nor Sony will be referencing this article. However, making Canon or Sony happy is not my job — advising you is — and advantages exist between the brands.

While my kit is primarily based on Canon gear, I maintain a full complement of Sony cameras and lenses to use during evaluations. Having a solid basis from both brands permits a best-of-breed approach.

Aside from a Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III utilized to capture the site's standard lens product images in the studio, the kit is all mirrorless (I know, I should sell that last camera and process R5 images to the 1Ds III pixel dimensions). Most of the best cameras and lenses are mirrorless models; those starting out should opt for a mirrorless kit, and those interested in bettering their kits should begin the migration to mirrorless.

The Canon side of the kit foundation is built on a pair of EOS R5 bodies. The R5 is an outstanding performer, featuring general-purpose utility, outstanding AF performance, and excellent image quality, including high resolution.

A Sony Alpha 1 and a Sony Alpha 7R IV represent sony in the kit. The a1 is Sony's flagship model, featuring up to 30 fps continuous shooting with no viewfinder blackout, 50 MP resolution, and best-available specs and features throughout. The a7R IV's only advantage over the a1 is higher resolution. It would only take a moment of weakness to upgrade the a7R IV to a second a1.

Listing the cameras was easy, and most often, the which camera decision is answered by the lens needed.

Let's look at the lenses, starting with the zoom lenses and following with the prime lens options. The sort within those two categories will be the widest focal length and then the widest aperture.

Sony FE 12-24mm F2.8 GM Lens

Although it does not go to 11mm, this phenomenal zoom lens is smaller and lighter, has a 2x wider aperture, is at least as sharp wide-open as the Canon EF 11-24mm f/4L USM Lens, and has the same price. That Canon lens is another great option.

I primarily use this lens for landscapes, nightscapes, and interior architecture. Note that the Sony cannot utilize front filters, a detraction for certain needs, primarily those requiring a circular polarizer filter. The Canon lens has the same problem; however, the Drop-In Canon Mount Adapter adds full filter capabilities to this lens.

Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens
Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM Lens

The RF 15-35 is my go-to landscape lens, and it works well for other needs, including capturing the big view at events, etc. Because this focal length range is so important to me, I also have the most equivalent lens on the Sony side, the Sony FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM Lens. If a Sony camera is under evaluation, I'll take the Sony option without hesitation.

Canon RF 24-70mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens
Canon RF 24-105mm F4 L IS USM Lens
Canon RF 28-70mm F2 L USM Lens

The general-purpose focal length range tends to get a lot of use, and there are currently three superb-performing options in the kit. Initially, only the RF 24-70mm F2.8 had membership, and the results from this lens never disappoint. However, a wider aperture or lighter, more compact option was often needed.

The RF 28-70 F2 had been on the want list since it first arrived, but I waited long enough to ensure the high cost was justified. As it turns out, I waited too long, and this lens was still back ordered when a large indoor music festival assignment hit the calendar, providing the incentive to order. Unfortunately, the lens arrived about a month after the concert. Still, other needs for the f/2 lens are steadily arriving, especially the event coverage it is perfectly suited for.

While the RF 24-70 F2.8 is not a large or heavy lens, a modestly lighter option can make a big difference when hiking long distances, and the RF 24-105mm F4 recently joined the kit to facilitate some hiking needs later this year.

A phenomenal general-purpose zoom lens is arguably Sony's biggest opportunity.

Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens
Canon RF 70-200mm F4 L IS USM Lens

My uses for the 70-200mm focal length range include portraits, events, landscapes, and product images. Until recently, the relatively compact and lightweight F2.8 lens was the kit's solo 70-200mm option, but some distance hiking needs justified the F4 variant's entry into the kit.

The Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II Lens is an outstanding option for those with a sony kit, and this lens addition would help round out the Sony kit shared here.

Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM Lens
Sony FE 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 GM OSS Lens

The RF 100-500 goes almost everywhere with me. This lens is an outstanding choice for landscapes, wildlife, portraits, daytime field sports, and more.

The FE lens fills this important role when working with a Sony camera.

Those with Sony-based kits should also consider the Sony FE 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 G OSS Lens. This lens shifts the focal length range to the long direction, which noticeably increases the size and weight of the lens. Because I most often have a 600mm f/4 lens complementing the long telephoto zoom, I opted for the more compact and wider-angle lens option.

Now we look at the primes, starting with a combined discussion of the widest three lenses.

Sony FE 14mm F1.8 GM Lens
Sony FE 20mm F1.8 G Lens
Sony FE 24mm F1.4 GM Lens

These three lenses will outperform all others matching their focal length, and the ultra-wide apertures make them the ultimate astrophotography lenses. These three lenses are in the pack if I'm photographing the night sky.

Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM Lens

A 35mm prime lens most often joins the pack when portraits are scheduled. The strong background blur and low-light capabilities of the f/1.4 aperture are extremely attractive features, with the 35mm angle of view facilitating a great perspective for full-body portraits.

Canon's EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM is an outstanding lens, both optically and physically. However, the Sony lens is smaller, lighter, and less expensive. I purchased the Sony lens to review and kept it.

Canon RF 50mm F1.2 L USM Lens

When this lens arrived in the Canon USA refurbished inventory, I couldn't resist adding it to the kit. Reviewing the RF 50mm F1.2 revealed it the incredible-performing 50mm lens we had long waited for.

The focal length and aperture make the RF 50mm F1.2 an ideal portraiture and event lens.

Later, Sony introduced the FE 50mm F1.2 GM Lens. It is also an outstanding choice, slightly smaller and less expensive. In this decision, select the lens that matches your camera.

Especially with the RF 85mm F1.2 and RF 28-70 later joining the kit, my 50mm prime lenses do not see much use. Thus, I don't own models from both brands, and the RF 50mm lens is at the top of the consideration to sell list.

Canon RF 85mm F1.2 L USM Lens

This lens joined the most wanted list immediately upon providing the image quality test results, where it showed a stunning improvement over its EF predecessor. This lens is so optically high-performing that it is currently used for image quality testing of Canon EOS R-series cameras.

If portrait photography is on your list, the RF 85mm F1.2 lens is an outstanding choice, one that makes low light a non-issue.

Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L IS USM Macro Lens

The only non-mirrorless lens in this list, the adapted EF 100mm L macro is an outstanding performer. I may upgrade to the Canon RF 100mm F2.8 L Macro IS USM Lens someday, but I'm not yet over the RF lens's focus shift issue.

Sony FE 135mm F1.8 GM Lens

Similar to the RF 85 F1.2 to the Canon system is the FE 135mm F1.8 to the Sony system. The 135mm focal length is superb for portraits (and products), and the extremely high optical quality is the reason this lens is used for Sony Alpha camera image quality testing.

Canon RF 400mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens

Periodically, I decide that I could get along without a 400mm f/2.8 lens in the kit. Then life happens, and I realize how important this lens is to the needs coming in. A 400mm f/2.8 lens is used primarily for sports and wildlife photography, but it gets called upon for portraits since it is already in the kit. This lens delivers differentiating results in all its uses, with the background blur strength surpassing nearly all other options.

Sony-based kits should opt for the also-superb FE 400mm F2.8 GM OSS Lens. I like the Canon option very slightly better, with better image stabilization performance being the biggest differentiator.

Canon RF 600mm F4 L IS USM Lens
Sony FE 600mm F4 GM OSS Lens

Wildlife and sports are among my primary photographic pursuits, the 600mm f/4 is the best option for those needs, and this option for both brands is covered in the kit.

The Canon lens's image stabilization system is better, but I'll pick the Sony option for a sharpness advantage if extenders/teleconverters are needed.

Canon RF 1.4x Extender
Canon RF 2x Extender
Sony FE 1.4x Teleconverter
Sony FE 2x Teleconverter

I like carrying and using the RF 1.4 with the RF 400 F2.8, and I like using the FE 2x with the FE 600 F4 when photographing the sun and moon. Otherwise, getting closer is usually better than using extenders, and in this kit, extenders and teleconverters are most frequently used for lens image quality testing.

Which lens will be added to the kit next? It probably has not been announced yet.

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