Canon and Sony News for Mar 2023 (Page 2)
A 10-rated used Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens and 9+ rated Canon RF 14-35mm F4 L IS USM Lens just landed in the used Canon RF lens inventory at B&H. Many additional RF lenses are in stock.
A like new Canon EF 400mm f/2.8L IS III USM Lens just showed up in the Canon EF lens inventory.
Reviews:
Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens
Canon RF 14-35mm F4 L IS USM Lens
Canon EF 400mm f/2.8L IS III USM Lens
Check out today's B&H Deal Zone for big savings on:
- Manfrotto 504X Fluid Video Head with 536 Carbon Fiber Tripod – only $1,049.88 after $600.00 instant savings
- Lensbaby Optic Swap Spark Kits – only $349.95 after $300.00 instant savings
- SmallHD Action 5 Touchscreen 5" On-Camera Monitor – only $259.00 after $70.00 instant savings
- & more!
See today's full list of B&H Deal Zone Deals.
Again, worth browsing: Deals of the Week at B&H.
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Topaz Video AI v3.1.9 is now available and on sale for $249.00 (save $50.00) through March 31st.
Check out this impressive software at Topaz Labs.
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Just posted: Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G Lens Review
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I recently shared Rock Cut in the last light. I didn't go home after the sun set, and instead tolerated high winds and very cold temperatures for a couple more hours. It seemed that the rock formations here would make a good foreground for a Milky Way photo.
Getting the rock formations to rise above the other landscape meant climbing down to the edge of the cliff, and low-level lighting was used to bring out the rock color. The foreground lighting in this Rocky Mountain National Park Milky Way image is from a pair of Simorr Vibe P96L RGB Video LED Lights on Manfrotto Befree Advanced Travel Tripods.
Once the lights and camera were set up, waiting (did I mention that it was really cold?) for the Milky Way to rotate into the desired position was the remaining task.
The Sigma 20mm F1.4 DG DN Art Lens is an outstanding Milky Way lens. The difference that f/1.4 makes in Milky Way image quality over an f/2.8 lens is dramatic.
Join me in RMNP this September. I have an opening or two for the Elk Rut in Rocky Mountain National Park Instructional Photo Tour.
A larger version of this image is available here.
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Check out today's B&H Deal Zone for big savings on:
- Apple 13.3" MacBook Air M1 Chip with Retina Display (16GB RAM | 1TB SSD | Late 2020, Gold) – only $1,199.00 after $450.00 instant savings
- Vello Lens Adapters – only $9.95 - $89.00 after up to $50.00 instant savings
- F-stop Mountain Series Ajna Backpack (Anthracite Matte Black, 40L) – only $139.99 after $160.00 instant savings
- Benro CLT204 2-Series Induro Classic Carbon Fiber Tripod – only $219.95 after $200.00 instant savings
- Sirui 35mm f/1.8 Anamorphic 1.33x Lenses (MFT Mount or L Mount) – only $399.00 after $400.00 instant savings
- Polsen HMA-41 4-Channel Stereo Headphone Amplifier – only $19.99 after $15.00 instant savings
See today's full list of B&H Deal Zone Deals.
Worth browsing: Deals of the Week at B&H.
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Through March 28, 2023 at 8 am EDT (5 am PDT, 1 pm CET), new users save 85% on the Luminar Neo Ultimate Photography Bundle ($1,000 value) and users who have Neo save 87%.
"From presets to textures, to e-books and courses, this bundle has it all. The bundle includes a selection of high-quality products from our partners, as well as creative content produced by the Skylum team." [Skylum]
Ultimate Photography Bundle includes:
- Luminar Neo Lifetime license (available for new Neo users only)
- Luminar X Membership 1 year subscription (available for new Neo users only)
- 125 LUTs, Skies, Presets, and Overlays for Luminar, Photoshop, and Lightroom
- Full Editing Course on landscape photography from Albert Dros
- Portrait Fundamentals from Darlene Hildebrandt
- Drone Cinematography Crash Course from Stewart and Alina Carrol
- Luminar Neo Ultimate Editing Handbook by Rene Ledrado
- Creative content from Mathew Browne and Rene Ledrado
Price
- New users who don't have Neo - $149.00 instead of $1,019.00 (85% discount)
- Owners who have Neo (the bundle won't include a Neo license) - $99.00 instead of $820.00 (save 87%)
Try our coupon code THEDIGITALPICTURE for an additional discount.
Check out the new Stash Master Camera Cubes at Think Tank Photo.
"Turn any backpack, roller, or duffel into a camera bag — or use as a photo storage cube that’s ready to go at any time!"
Don't miss the exclusive Apple deals at B&H.
Also worth browsing: Deals of the Week.
- Godox AD600Pro Witstro All-in-One Outdoor Flash – only $569.00 after $330.00 instant savings
- SanDisk Memory Cards – many options with big savings
- & much more!
Canon EOS R6 firmware update version 1.8.1 is available for download.
Firmware Version 1.8.1 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:
- You can now trim and resize images while transferring them to the FTP server.
- After updating to firmware version 1.8.0, the phenomenon that Err70 occurred under certain conditions has been fixed.
- Fixed minor bugs.
*1. and 3. are the changes in Version 1.8.0, and 2. are the additions in Version 1.8.1.
Get the Canon EOS R6 at B&H.
This is a great time to get a new plan or add another year to your current plan:
Get a free $20 B&H e-gift card with the purchase of the Adobe Creative Cloud Photography Plan (20GB Cloud Storage, 12 Month Subscription, Download Card) at B&H.
The list of like new cameras and lenses just arriving in the B&H Used department is huge, and many additional used items are available. Be the first through checkout when B&H opens at 7:15 PM ET tonight to score these deals.
A like new EOS R5 C is available in the Canon EOS mirrorless camera inventory. A couple of slightly lower rated EOS R5 bodies are also available.
Like new RF 24-70mm F2.8 and 70-200mm F2.8 L IS Lenses were just added to the Canon RF lens inventory.
A used is available in the Canon EF lens inventory.
A like new a7R V is available in the Sony Alpha camera inventory. A 9-rated FX3 is also available.
Like new FE 16-35mm F2.8, 24-70mm II, 70-200mm F2.8 II, 200-600mm, 85mm F1.4, 135mm F1.8, and more lenses were just added to the Sony FE lens inventory.
Like new Ascend-14 Long and TFC-34L tripods and a PC-LR Round Panning Clamp with Lever Release are available in the Really Right Stuff inventory. A 9-rated Really Right Stuff BH-55 Ball Head with Lever-Release Panning Clamp is also available.
From Sony:
A few weeks ago we shared with you that Sony Electronics had announced the next generation of its Creators’ Cloud platform, and would soon include Creators’ App. Today we are pleased to inform you that the "Creators' App" is now available.
"Creators' App" is an app of Sony’s cloud production platform "Creators' Cloud" for individuals, and the app acts as an extension of a camera to upload, view, and manage photo and video content shot on select Sony cameras, and stored in the cloud.
You can find more details and download "Creators' App" from the website below.
As for Creators’ Cloud storage, users can enjoy free 5GB of cloud storage for any user with a Sony Account, free 25GB of cloud storage for owners of selected Sony cameras.
*At time of launch, video and image transmission from cameras to cloud via smartphones with the "Creators' App" and camera remote control functions will be compatible with a7 IV, ZV-1F. Spring 2023: a7R V, FX3, FX30. a7 IV, a7R V, FX3, FX30 will need software update respectively.
Canon has added the latest Corporate Strategy Conference Presentation to the Investor Relations page.
Overall Strategy Presentation
Imaging Presentation
Quotes from the Imaging Presentation Material
Last year, the Imaging Group achieved sales and profit growth and a significant improvement in profitability.
As for cameras, our mirrorless camera market share remained stable thanks to our strong market reputation We also posted strong sales of new products. Through this, our camera business is supporting earnings as a mainstay of Imaging.
Our future growth strategy is to create new businesses while maintaining high profitability in existing ones.
With EOS R and other existing products, we will create new markets and businesses by offering attractive products that anticipate market demands, strengthen our profit structure, activate group synergies, and deliver unprecedented value through products and solutions.
And we aim to achieve sales of 1 trillion yen in the Imaging Group in 2025.
This year, we expect the global market for interchangeable lens cameras to be around 5.5 to 6 million units and more than 70 of this to be mirrorless cameras.
This year as well, we expect to maintain our No 1 share of the interchangeable lens camera market and at the same time aim to No 1 in mirrorless cameras as sub segment as well. In addition to market share, we will also work to expand sales volume of the EOS R System itself through three measures.
The first is “enhancing the EOS R System To this end, we will expand our lineup of cameras and lenses to meet the diverse needs of our customers.
Moreover, in recent years, the demographic of video oriented users, such as video creators, media users, and SNS users, is thick and growing. We aim to expand the scale of the R system by including functions and performance that respond to user requests not only for still images but also for videos.
Also, the world of imaging is changing from 2 D to 3 D to XR In anticipation of these future demands, we will also focus on the deployment of EOS VR systems and work to expand awareness of VR, improve the usability of apps and software, and create an environment where users can enjoy VR images.
Buy your Canon cameras, lens, and accessories at B&H.
When the sky is clear, focusing on what the last light of the day is hitting is often the optimal plan. Last light typically falls on high-elevation features, and Rock Cut in Rocky Mountain National Park has that qualification.
A Colorado 14er, Longs Peak, also captures the day's last light. Framing this mountain between the Rock Cut features results in what you see here.
The Sony Alpha 1 and Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II Lens are an outstanding combination. Three manually focus bracketed images were combined for this image.
Join me in RMNP this September. I have an opening or two for the Elk Rut in Rocky Mountain National Park Instructional Photo Tour.
A larger version of this image is available here.
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Sony Alpha 7 IV firmware update version 2.00 is available for download. Read the instructions carefully.
Firmware Version 2.00 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:
- Adds support for the Creators' App
Note: The new Creators' App mobile application is available to replace the Imaging Edge Mobile app. The Creators' App allows you to transfer images from the camera to your smartphone, shoot remotely, and use various functions. - Adds functions that improve security when connecting for remote shooting and image transferring with Creators' App and Imaging Edge Desktop software
Note: Please update the Imaging Edge Desktop software to the latest version (Ver.3.6 or later) - Improves the operational stability of the camera
Get the Sony Alpha 7 IV at B&H.
A used Canon RF 28-70mm F2 L USM Lens was just added to the Canon RF lens inventory. If you don't mind the "Well Used" rating, the price is only $2,173.95 (compare at $2,899.00 new).
A used Alpha 1 is available in the Sony Alpha camera inventory.
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Just posted: Sigma 50mm F1.4 DG DN Art Lens Review.
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Check out today's B&H Deal Zone for big savings on:
- Lowepro Photo Active 300 AW Backpack (Blue/Black) – only $69.99 after $120.00 instant savings
- Lexar 64GB Professional CFexpress Type-B Memory Card – only $59.99 after $30.00 instant savings
- Lensbaby Velvet 56mm f/1.6 Lenses (Silver) – only $329.95 after $220.00 instant savings
- & more!
See today's full list of B&H Deal Zone Deals.
The WPPI deals are still live at B&H. Note that coupon code BHDOF23 may be required to unlock some deal prices.
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Image quality test results are now available on the Sony FE 20-70mm F4 G Lens page.
This is a sharp lens. Check out these comparisons:
Compared to the Sony FE 24-105mm F4 G OSS Lens
Compared to the Sony FE 24-70mm F4 ZA OSS Lens
Compared to the Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II Lens
Compared to the Sony FE PZ 16-35mm F4 G Lens
Build your own comparisons.
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Check out today's B&H Deal Zone for big savings on:
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- RucPac Camera Straps – only $19.99 after $30.00 instant savings
See today's full list of B&H Deal Zone Deals.
Don't miss this: Deals of the Week at B&H.
You have been tolerating that old, slow computer for long enough – it's time for an upgrade. Check out the Dell Outlet overstock sale that just went live. Save up to 35%. Notable is the extra 15% savings on Dell XPS laptops, what I've been using for 20 years.
The WPPI show deals are live at B&H!
Note that some show specials need promo code BHWPPI23.
The list of deals is huge. Still it is worth spending a few minutes browsing these items.
While the Tamron program is new, the savings may look familiar, similar to a recent program. Still, instant savings is a great reason to buy now.
| Model | Rebate Amount | |
Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD Lens  | $100.00 | B&H | Amazon |
| Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 Lens | $100.00 | B&H | Amazon |
| Tamron 28-200mm f/2.8-5.6 Di III RXD Lens | $80.00 | B&H | Amazon |
| Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VXD Lens | $100.00 | B&H | Amazon |
| Tamron 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD Lens | $50.00 | B&H | Amazon |
| Tamron 150-500mm f/5-6.7 Di III VC VXD Lens | $200.00 | B&H | Amazon |
| Tamron 20mm f/2.8 Di III OSD Lens | $50.00 | B&H | Amazon |
| Tamron 24mm f/2.8 Di III OSD Lens | $50.00 | B&H | Amazon |
| Tamron 35mm f/2.8 Di III OSD Lens | $50.00 | B&H | Amazon |
| Tamron 70-200mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2 Lens | $100.00 | B&H | Amazon |
| Tamron 150-600mm f/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2 Lens | $100.00 | B&H | Amazon |
This is a great time to get a new plan or add another year to your current plan:
Get a free $20 B&H e-gift card with the purchase of the Adobe Creative Cloud Photography Plan (20GB Cloud Storage, 12 Month Subscription, Download Card) at B&H.
Check out today's B&H Deal Zone for big savings on:
- F-Stop Mountain Series Ajna Backpack (Aloe Green, 40L) – only $169.99 after $130.00 instant savings
- Sirui 24mm f/2.8 Anamorphic 1.33x Lenses – only $499.00 after $500.00 instant savings
- Zhiyubn Crane 2S Handheld Gimbal Stabilizer – only $269.00 after $130.00 instant savings
- Benro CLT203 2-Series Induro Classic Carbon Fiber Tripod – only $199.95 after $170.00 instant savings
- Playpo Max Camera Support – only $69.00 after $46.00 instant savings
- Lightpanels Brick Bi-Color On-Camera LED Light – only $289.50 after $150.00 instant savings
See today's full list of B&H Deal Zone Deals.
Worth browsing: Deals of the Week at B&H.
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- KEH Sale: Save Up to 15% on Overstock
- In Today's B&H Deal Zone: DJI RSC 2 Gimbal Stabilizer Pro Combo – Only $449.00 (Save $290.00), Sirui 50mm f/1.8 Anamorphic (RF, E Mounts), More
- Just Arriving Used Gear at B&H: Canon EOS R3, R5 C, R6, RF 24-70, RF 70-200 F2.8, RF 50 F1.2, Sony FE 600 F4, More
- In Today's B&H Deal Zone: Lowepro PhotoSport BP 15L AW III Photo Backpack – Only $99.88 (Save $95.00)
- Ending Soon: Skylum Luminar Neo Ultimate Photography Bundle Deal — Save 85%
- First Looks at Canon RF-S 55-210mm F5-7.1 IS STM Lens Image Quality
- Just Posted: Canon RF 24-50mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM Lens Review
- Deal Zone: Vello Accelerator Lens Adapters – Only $79.00 - $99.00 (Save Up to $400.00), Manfrotto Video Monopod
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