Canon and Sony News and What's New (Excluding Deals) (Page 23)

The Canon RF 24-105mm F2.8 L IS USM Z Lens page is loaded with expectations and information, including size and MTF chart comparisons.

Ditto for the Canon RF 200-800mm F6.3-9 IS USM Lens page.

Full expectations will be added to the Canon RF-S 10-18mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM Lens page in the next day or so, but product images, MTF comparisons, and specifications are currently available.

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This lens announcement from Canon features a huge range of focal lengths and coverage for a wide range of skill levels and pursuits. Here is the latest news from Canon USA:

CANON INTRODUCES THREE NEW LENSES, ENHANCING STILL PHOTOGRAPHY AND VIDEO PRODUCTION FOR ANY SKILL LEVEL

MELVILLE, NY, November 2, 2023 – Photographers aiming to get a powerful, ultra-wide angle shot, or looking for a superb zoom range, can improve their images with three new lenses announced today by Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions. The RF-S10-18mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM, the RF24-105mm F2.8 L IS USM Z, and the RF200-800mm F6.3-9 IS USM lenses can benefit a wide range of users — from beginners all the way to working professionals.

The RF-S10-18mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM lens offers users of APS-C sensor size EOS R-series cameras an ultra wide-angle zoom, helping create strong still images and video. It is an ideal lens for vloggers, travelers, and general shooters. Beginners in video and still photography can make good use of this lens, as well as the more advanced pros. Key features include:

• 10–18mm ultra-wide zoom (equivalent to 16-29mm on full-frame camera).
• Image Stabilization, for even greater hand-held sharpness and video steadiness.
• Compact and lightweight design, making it an excellent choice for travel.
• A new optical design, optimized for RF lens mount and APS-C sensor size.
• An affordable price tag for those just stepping into ultra-wide video and still imaging.

Still and video professionals who want a single lens that can handle most tasks with low-light capabilities will find what they’re looking for with the RF24-105mm F2.8 L IS USM Z. This is the world’s first 24-105mm focal length lens combined with consistent f/2.8 maximum aperture¹, offering true portrait-length telephoto coverage resulting in sharp images. High-end photographers, photojournalists, and video content creators can utilize this lens’ other features that include:

• Constant overall length when zooming.
• Manual aperture ring for video use.
• Optimized optics for high-level video.
• Image stabilization.

A new Power Zoom Adapter will also be available for the RF24-105mm F2.8 L IS USM Z lens, an optional accessory for super-smooth zooming during video operation. This detachable device allows for more natural movement when zooming in and out, and easier control for solo camera operators. A standard version of the Power Zoom Adapter will be available, as well as a 20-pin port version to support zoom and focus demands. The firmware updates that will be available in early December for the EOS C70 and EOS R5 C cameras will add support for the RF24-105mm F2.8 L IS USM Z lens.

Last, but not least — nature, wildlife, and outdoor sports shooters will find the RF200-800mm F6.3-9 IS USM super telephoto zoom lens a great tool to take crystal-clear images of action at a distance. This lens is lightweight and easy to hold in your hand, allowing most users to carry it to help capture a range of subjects, whether it’s a still image of a landscape, or video of a moving target. Unique features of the RF200-800mm F6.3-9 IS USM lens also include:

• Up to 800mm focal length.
• Up to 5.5 stops image stabilization.
• Compatible with optional Canon RF 1.4x and 2x tele extenders.
• Weather-resistant design.
• Rotating tripod mount.

Price & Availability

The new RF-S10-18mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM, the RF24-105mm F2.8 L IS USM Z, and the RF200-800mm F6.3-9 IS USM lenses are expected to be available in December for estimated retail prices of $329.99, $2,999.00, and $1,899.00, respectively². The two versions of the Power Zoom Adapter for the RF24-105mm F2.8 L IS USM Z will be available Spring 2024 for an estimated retail price of $999.99, and $1,299.00² for the version with the 20-pin port.

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¹ As an AF interchangeable lens for full-frame sensor mirrorless cameras that have already been released as of November 1, 2023. (Based on Canon’s internal survey).

² Specifications, availability and prices are subject to change without notice. Actual prices are set by individual dealers and may vary.

Image quality test results, along with specs and measurements, are now available on the Tamron 17-50mm F/4 Di III VXD Lens page.

Note that at 24mm the review lens is slightly sharper on the left side than the right side, the side shown in the tool.

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Is the Really Right Stuff MC-LS Universal L-Plate the last L-plate you will buy? Find out in the just-posted review.

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The new Really Right Stuff MC-LS Universal L-Plate is in stock at B&H.

From Canon USA:

Service Notice: Free Repairs for EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II and EF-S 18-55MM F/3.5-5.6 III Lenses for Digital SLR and Mirrorless Cameras

Thank you for using Canon products.

It has been confirmed that some units of the EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II and EF-S18-55mm F3.5-5.6 III interchangeable lenses for digital SLR and mirrorless cameras manufactured during a specific period is affected by the issue described below.

Customer support for this issue is stated below.

We would like to offer our sincere apologies to users who may have been inconvenienced by this issue.

We are committed to taking steps needed to help ensure that our customers are confident in our products.

Issue

When shooting in One-Shot AF mode in low-temperature environments, an issue, in which focus cannot be achieved and the focus lens operates continuously, occurs.

Please note that the frequency of this issue depends upon the temperature of the area the camera is being operated. As the temperature of the shooting environment increases, the frequency of occurrence decreases.

Affected Units

Units of the EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II and EF-S 18-55MM F/3.5-5.6 III that were manufactured in 2023 are affected.

Even if your lens is within the scope of affected units, please note that there are lenses that are not affected by this issue even when shooting in low-temperature environments.

Certain units that exhibit the following numbers in the first four digits of the 10-digit serial number listed on the lens are affected.

EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II: "2969******", "3069******"

EF-S 18-55MM F/3.5-5.6 III: "2969******"

The issue occurs on some units that were manufactured within the period listed above.

To verify whether your lens is affected, please read through the details under “How to check if your lens is affected”.

How to check if your lens is affected:

(1) Click the [Search] button below to display the serial number input screen.

(2) Input your lens’ serial number (10 digits) and then click the [Submit] button.

(3) One of the following three messages will be displayed.

“Your lens is not an affected product.”

“Your lens is an affected product.”

“Invalid number”

Search * The list of affected units will be updated on a regular basis as needed.

Support

Please note that if your unit is within the scope of affected units as described above, but is experiencing an issue other than the one described herein, a fee to repair your unit may apply.

Please make sure that the lens cap and dust cap are attached to your lens when sending it in for repair, and kindly note that we will only accept your lens alone (not the camera).

If you have not already done so, please register the EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II and the EF-S 18-55MM F/3.5-5.6 III. By registering, we will be able to notify you via email about future announcements.

This information is for residents of the United States and its five territories only. If you do not reside in the USA or its five territories, please contact the Canon Customer Support Center in your region.

Thank you,
Customer Support Operations
Canon U.S.A., Inc.

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Still need some help? In order to get more personalized and faster support, we recommend registering your product in your Canon Account.

Period of Accepting Free Repairs

Until 10/31, 2026

Sigma Corporation shared more information about the coming soon 70-200mm F2.8 DG DN OS Sports Lens.

Apple just announced next-gen MacBook Pros and iMacs with M3-Series Chips.

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Image quality test results, along with specs and measurements, are now available on the Tamron 70-180mm F2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 Lens page.

You are going to like these results.

Compared to the G1 lens (visualize the slight camera resolution difference)

Compared to the Sony FE 70-200mm F2.8 GM OSS II Lens

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Canon has added third quarter financial results to the Investor Relations page.

Presentation Material
Results
Supplementary Data
Presentation Material and Speech Summary

Imaging System Relevant Quotes from the Presentation Material

"Expanded sales also in 3Q, driven by new mirrorless camera products"
"Expand mirrorless camera market share through synergy between camera bodies and lenses"

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The Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD and 28-200mm F2.8-5.6 Di III RXD Lenses for Sony E mount have firmware updates available via Tamron Lens Utility.

This firmware incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. Improved AF performance when shooting moving objects.
2. Compatible with AF assist function during video recording

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Sigma has released a firmware update for the Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN Contemporary Lens.

This firmware update incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. Improved operational stability

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Sony Alpha 7C R Review
Sony Alpha 7C II Review

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"Capture One Pro (16.3) is a feature release containing new features and functionality, UX and performance improvements, along with multiple bug fixes and additional camera & lens support."

New features and functionality

• AI Masking
• ReTether
• Snap-to-eye in Focus Tool
• Capture One Live: Share multiple collections (Sessions only)
• Capture One Live: In-app comments
• Publish to Glass (Mac)

User experience and performance improvements

• Improved browse, zoom, and pan performance
• Improved Previews
• Smoother brushing (Mac)
• More reset options (including Speed Edit)
• New shortcuts
• Duplicate Layer
• Brush-erase toggle
• Luma Range dialog behavior change (Windows)
• Capture One Live: System notifications (Mac)
• Feedback notifications
• My Capture One panel

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

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Sony Alpha 7C R firmware update version 1.01 is available for download.

Firmware Version 1.01 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. Fixes an issue where the High ISO NR feature can not be set
2. Fixes an issue where some movie metadata (Shutter Speed, Aperture, ISO, etc.) may not be recorded
3. Improves the operational stability of the camera

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Sony Alpha 7C II firmware update version 1.01 is available for download.

Firmware Version 1.01 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. Fixes an issue where some movie metadata (Shutter Speed, Aperture, ISO, etc.) may not be recorded
2. Improves the operational stability of the camera

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Sony Alpha 7R V firmware update version 2.01 is available for download.

Firmware Version 2.01 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. Fixes an issue where JPEG files could not be enlarged and played
2. Fixes an issue where the power may not turn on or turn off even if the Power switch is used
3. Fixes an issue where the Switch V/H AF Area feature may not work correctly
4. Fixes a Creators' App issue where the Auto Time Correction and Auto Area Adjustment features may turn off
5. Improves the operational stability of the camera

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Sony Alpha 6700 firmware update version 1.02 is available for download.

Firmware Version 1.02 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. Fixes an issue where some movie metadata (Shutter Speed, Aperture, ISO, etc.) may not be recorded
2. Fixes an issue where JPEG files could not be enlarged and played
3. Fixes an issue where the Switch V/H AF Area feature may not work correctly
4. Fixes a Creators’ App issue where the Auto Time Correction and Auto Area Adjustment features may turn off
5. Improves the operational stability of the camera

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The Sony Alpha 7C R and Sony Alpha 7C II cameras are here, and it is time to set up these cameras for use. For setup purposes, these cameras are identical, and the steps taken to prepare out-of-the-box a7C R and 7C II cameras for use are as follows.

1. Charge the battery
2. Record the serial number, and add the camera to insurance policy
3. Download and install Capture One (for Sony) or Sony Imaging Edge (unless your current favorite RAW image processing software supports this camera)
4. Insert a memory card(s) (we'll format it later)
5. Insert the charged battery, and power on the camera
6. Set the time zone, date, time, and timeformat
7. Select M mode, press "Menu", and configure the camera as follows:
8. Shooting Menu 1 Image Quality: Image Quality Settings: File Format: RAW, RAW File Type: Lossless Compressed L (ultimate image quality with reduced file size)
9. Shooting Menu 1 Image Quality: Long Exposure NR: Off (manually enable this option for very long exposures)
10. Shooting Menu 1 High ISO NR: Low (most software overrides this setting)
11. Shooting Menu 1 Image Quality: Lens Compensation: Shading, Chromatic Aberration, and Distortion Comp: All Off (software often overrides this setting, use the RAW processing software to enable any lens compensation with CA correction frequently selected)
12. Shooting Menu 2 Media: Format (ensure there are no important files on the card(s) prior to formatting)
13. Shooting Menu 3 File: Copyright Info: Write Copyright Info: On, Set Photographer: [your name], Set Copyright: [as desired], Write Serial Number: On (put your name and your business name on your images, also helpful if your camera gets lost) (note that you may find entering this information on the touchscreen a painful process)
14. Shooting Menu 5 Drive Mode: Selftimer during Bracket: 2 Sec (avoid camera shake)
15. Shooting Menu 5 Drive Mode: Bracket Settings: Bracket order: ->0>+ (eases image selection for HDR processing)
16. Shooting Menu 6 Shutter/Silent: Release w/o Lens: Disable
17. Shooting Menu 6 Shutter/Silent: Release w/o Card: Disable (why is this not the default?)
18. Shooting Menu 9 Shooting Display: Grid Line Display: On (Rule of Thirds selected)
19. Exposure/Color Menu 6 Color/Tone: D-Range Optimizer: Off
20. Exposure/Color Menu 6 Color/Tone: Creative Look: NT (Neutral) Sharpness = 1 (this setting provides a lower contrast histogram. I usually process with a Standard or Natural creative style)
21. Focus Menu 1 AF/MF: Focus Mode: Single-shot AF (this setting gets changed frequently)
22. Focus Menu 1 AF/MF: Priority Set in AF-S: AF
23. Focus Menu 1 AF/MF: Priority Set in AF-C: AF (I care more about properly focused images than maintaining a high frame rate)
24. Focus Menu 2 Focus Area: Focus Area: Spot: S (this setting gets changed frequently)
25. Focus Menu 2 Switch V/H AF Area: AF Point Only
26. Focus Menu 5 Peaking Display: On (show focus indication when manually focusing)
27. Playback Menu 4 Delete: "Delete" first (makes deleting images faster — the camera still provides a second change to cancel the delete request)
28. Playback Menu 7 Playback Option: Display Rotation: Off (the reviewed image always fills LCD)
29. Network Menu: 8 Network Menu: Airplane Mode: On
30. Setup Menu: 4 Dial Customize: Custom Key/Dial Set.: Dial/Wheel: Front Dial: Av/Tv (Tv in M mode) (option #2) (I adjust the shutter speed more frequently and urgently than aperture and the front dial is easier to access quickly); Rear Dial: Av/Tv (Av in M mode)
31. Setup Menu: 5 Touch Operations: Touch Panel/Pad: Both Valid
32. Setup Menu: 5 Touch Operations: Touch Pad Settings: Touch Position Mode: Relative Position, Operation Area: Whole Screen
33. Setup Menu: 10 Sound Option: Audio signal (Shooting): Off (how to turn off the AF beep sound)
34. My Menu: Format, Shutter Type, Steady Shot, Recognition Target, Anti-flicker Set., Flash Comp., Focus Mode
35. With a lens mounted and a subject in focus (or view the menu system), adjust the viewfinder diopter until the scene is sharp

I make additional menu and other setting changes based on current shooting scenarios, but this list covers my initial camera setup process.

To copy this configuration means you intend to shoot as I do, including in RAW-only format. While this setup works optimally for me, you should adjust the camera setup to your needs.

If you can't remember your menu setup parameters, keeping an up-to-date list such as this one is a great idea. Anytime the camera is set to the factory state, such as when serviced or when acquiring an additional camera, the list will ensure all settings are quickly re-established. Consider saving the camera settings to a card (Tools menu, tab 2, Reset/Save Settings) for an easy restore or replication. The setup file can be copied to a computer drive for long-term storage. Unfortunately, I couldn't load the a7C R settings on the a7C II.

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Just posted: Sony E PZ 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OSS Lens Review.

This lens is tiny, ultra-light, and affordable (especially in used condition).

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