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Canon just released eleven camera firmware updates.
These firmware updates incorporate the following fixes and enhancements:
The following camera firmware is now available:
Many popular used camera and lens models were just added to the B&H used inventory:
A used EOS R5 (only $2,616.95) body and a used EOS R10 kit are available in the Canon EOS mirrorless camera inventory.
Used RF 24-70mm, 70-200mm F2.8, and 50mm F1.2 lenses were just added to the Canon RF lens inventory.
Used Sony a7R V, a7R IV/IVA, and FX3 cameras were just added to the Sony Alpha camera inventory.
Used FE 16-35mm F2.8, 24-70mm F2.8 II, and FE 100-400mm lenses just arrived in the Sony FE lens inventory.
Image quality test results from the Canon EOS R7 have been added to the Canon RF 100mm F2.8 L Macro IS USM Lens Review.
The Canon RF 100mm F2.8 L Macro IS USM Lens in stock at Canon USA and can be ordered from B&H | Adorama | Amazon USA | WEX
Rent the Canon RF 100mm F2.8 L Macro IS USM Lens from Lensrentals.
B&H has a 10-rated used Sony FE 400mm f/2.8 GM OSS Lens in stock.
Learn more: Sony FE 400mm F2.8 GM OSS Lens Review
From Canon Japan (translated):
Apology and information regarding product supply status
Updated: May 18, 2023
Thank you for your continued patronage of Canon products.
Currently, we have received more orders than expected for each of the following products, and due to the impact of global supply of parts, delivery delays are occurring. Expected that the new product RF100-300mm F2.8 L IS USM will take a lot of time. We apologize again for making our customers wait so long. We will continue to take measures for stable product supply so that we can deliver products as soon as possible. Thank you kindly look forward for your understanding.
Product Name – About Supply
We are planning to ship sequentially, but it is expected that it will take a considerable amount of time to deliver. Even if you have already placed an order, it may be difficult to deliver it within 2023.
RF400mm F2.8L IS USM
RF800mm F5.6L IS USM
We are planning to ship in order, but it may take longer than usual to deliver.
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Check out the Canon RF 100-300mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens page for information about and expectations for this outstanding new lens option.
The MTF chart comparison is especially interesting.
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"Be ready for the new camera"
Highlighting some just-arriving used gear at B&H:
A used R10 kit is available in the Canon EOS mirrorless camera inventory.
Used RF 70-200mm F4 (only $1,198.95), 100-400mm, 35mm F1.8, 50mm F1.8, 600mm F11, and 800mm F11 lenses are available in the Canon RF lens inventory.
A couple of used ZV-E1 cameras were just added to the Sony Alpha camera inventory. A few a1 cameras are also available. Save up to nearly $1,000.00.
Go long: used FE 100-400mm and 200-600mm lenses were just added to the Sony FE lens inventory. A 12-24mm F2.8 is also available.
Image quality test results from the Canon EOS R7 are now available in the Canon RF 135mm F1.8 L IS USM Lens Review.
Still impressive.
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Photographing Alien Throne in the Valley of Dreams, near Bisti Badlands, De-Na-Zin Wilderness Area and Ah-Shi-Sle-Pah Wilderness Area was on my to-do list, and obviously, I made that trip happen.
You've heard it said that a photo should tell a story. I agree that telling a story is a good aspect of a photo, but storytelling is not always important, and oftentimes, the capture of an image creates a story. This image falls into that latter category.
Some images are complicated to capture, some images are complicated to edit, and some images are both. Again, this one landed solidly in the latter category.
Even beyond any travel required to get to New Mexico, getting to Valley of Dreams requires a long drive (for everyone) that ends on high-clearance two-track "roads" (and a popular mapping app does not currently provide the correct directions). Once driving capabilities are exhausted, the hike to Alien Throne is nearly two miles with, at least for the newcomers, GPS guidance over the trailless desert.
The Valley of Dreams is a dark sky location, optimal for photographing the Milky Way. Add darkness to the hike, and even most Valley of Dreams-experienced hikers need constant GPS navigation assistance as your vehicle becomes a needle in a haystack on the return hike.
Choosing to photograph the Milky Way in April means a middle-of-the-night shooting time (with, likely, no other photographers competing for your location). After photographing a sunrise, napping, scouting, and photographing sunset at Alien Throne, and resting back in the SUV for a couple of hours, we started the second hike to Alien Throne in the darkness at 1:00 AM.
Once in position, establishing the composition was the first goal, and darkness greatly increases this challenge. I brought low-level lighting for this scene, but we opted to go with natural lighting due to the myriad of hard shadows present here.
With the composition established, the Milky Way became the focus. The lens was manually focused on the stars, and the mental note for a quick return to optimal infinity focus was that this setting was immediately after the camera's distance meter changed from a number to the ∞ symbol.
I was uncertain where the Milky Way would be compositionally ideal as it rotated through the image, and there were clouds that could shut down visibility later. Thus, images were continuously captured until the Milky Way was clearly rotated beyond the optimal position.
Next, without moving the camera, the foreground was focused on. The 24mm focal length at f/1.4 does not provide adequate depth of field for this entire scene, making focus bracketing important for that goal.
The ground subjects would not be obscured by clouds, and they were not moving in relation to the camera. Thus, they could be photographed at leisure, and longer exposures created a brighter image without concern for star trails. For this image's foreground, three 30-second images were captured at three focus distances, with the duplicate images enabling some of the noise to be averaged out.
After the blending, the three foreground images were focus-stacked into a single image. Focus stacking is easy in Photoshop (& Lightroom). Open as layers in Photoshop, select all layers, select Edit > Auto-Align Layers [select Auto], choose Edit > Auto-Blend Layers [select Stack Images]. Then, the Milky Way sky image was focus-stacked into the final image.
Further processing primarily consisted of adding contrast, cooling the color tone, and darkening the foreground significantly.
It was after 4:00 AM when we packed up to start the GPS-guided route back to the car, and the sun was up by the time we arrived at the hotel. Hotel breakfast was the end of the story behind this image.
Was the reward worth the effort? Definitely. With photography, it usually is.
A larger version of this image is available here.
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The Cracked Eggs (or Alien Egg Hatchery) rock formations about 2 miles into Bisti Badlands, De-Na-Zin Wilderness Area are an intriguing subject.
This scene called for the classic use of a wide-angle focal length. Move in close to render the foremost egg large while keeping nearly the entire hatchery and a significant amount of interesting background in the frame. This lens can go significantly wider, but 22mm seemed the right choice for the background details inclusion.
Selecting the camera height is typically a necessary consideration for landscape photography. In this case, a high position provided separation of the foreground cracked egg and the one behind it. This position also showed the number of cracked eggs vs. having foreground eggs obscuring them.
Scouting showed that this scene would look great at sunset, and that timing was the photographic plan implemented. As is often the case, the light was best immediately before the scene went into shadows, the optimal (warmest) light only lasted for a few minutes, and the images shot before the best light are seldom seen by anyone else.
Immediately before the eggs went into shadows, I flipped the camera to vertical orientation (Cracked Eggs at Sunset) (an L-bracket makes this change fast and holds the same alignment) to capture a variation. When the eggs went into shadows (Cracked Eggs in Sunset Shade, they were evenly illuminated, and the glowing canyon walls in the background remained attractive.
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While Sony's Spring Trade-In Bonus program continues through June 2, 2023 (trade in any working interchangeable camera or lens and get that item's value plus up to $500.00) at B&H, the instant savings program that makes these deals especially great is scheduled to end Sunday, May 14th.
Now is an especially great time to buy the items on this list. Many accesssories, including grips, are also on sale, and some E-mount lenses are additionally included.
An issue to be aware of. From Canon USA and Amazon:
Canon and Amazon file a joint trademark infringement lawsuit in the U.S.
TOKYO, May 11, 2023—Canon Inc. and Canon U.S.A., Inc. together with Amazon.com, Inc., and Amazon.com Services LLC jointly filed a lawsuit in the United States District Court for the Western District of Washington against 29 selling accounts which sold camera batteries and chargers in the Amazon store in the U.S., alleging infringement of Canon's trademark rights.
Canon aggressively pursues counterfeiters in the United States and around the world to protect its customers from fake and potentially unsafe products, which unlawfully use the Canon name, as well as to protect the value, trusted reputation, and loyalty that the Canon brand has acquired over decades in producing high-quality, safe, and reliable products. Sales of counterfeit goods on e-commerce websites are increasing in proportion to the growth of the e-commerce market, and Canon and Amazon are collaborating in fighting against counterfeiters and protecting both of our customers. This joint lawsuit was filed as a part of our collaboration.
For more information about Canon's anti-counterfeiting measures, please visit the following website: https://global.canon/en/intellectual-property/sword-shield/index.html#anti-counterfeit
For more information about Amazon's efforts to protect brands and customers, please visit the following website: https://brandservices.amazon.com/counterfeitcrimesunit
While I don't have an end date for the Canon Bundle and Save Promotion, B&H indicates that some of the stacking instant savings promotions end on Sat the 14th (B&H is closed most of Sat).
I mentioned yesterday that the Canon USA Refurbished Sale ends soon. Sunday the 14th is the expected end date for this hot sale.
Note that the refurbished Canon RF 70-200mm F4 L IS USM Lens is back in stock and on sale for only $1,349.00.
B&H just added EOS R5 C (a few of them), R5 (kit), R6, and R10 (kit) cameras to their Canon EOS mirrorless inventory.
From the interesting new product department: SPINN Design has launched the CW.01 Wrap on KickStarter.
From SPINN Design:
Protecting valuable camera equipment now becomes perfectly simple.
The SPINN CW.01 is a self-adhesive wrapper for all devices that deserve special care.
Maximum protection & comfort, minimum bulk.
With its easy adjustability, shock-absorbing fabric and four available sizes, the SPINN CW.01 protective wrapper simply fits everything: from glasses to camera equipment and even a full size laptop or tripod.
From Sony Electronics:
Sony Electronics Launches New Xperia® 1 V Smartphone
A newly developed image sensor and Alpha™ series technology enables you to create impressive portraits with accurate color, day and night.
SAN DIEGO, CA – May 10, 2023 – Sony Electronics Inc. introduces the Xperia 1 V, its’ first flagship smartphone equipped with a newly developed stacked CMOS image sensor with 2-layer Transistor Pixel. The Xperia 1 V is packed with Sony’s cutting-edge technology, meeting the high-level needs of creators, while at the same time, supporting future creators who want to shoot or deliver their content with pride.
“We continue to prioritize the needs of our customers and the new Xperia 1 V allows for the next level of content creation, viewing experience, gaming performance, battery life and audio capabilities,” says Yang Cheng, Vice President, Imaging Solutions, Sony Electronics Inc. “The opportunities and needs for smartphones are increasing and with the Xperia 1 V the possibilities for both photo and video creation is truly endless.”
Elevating Content Capture
The Xperia 1 V is raising the bar with its’ newly developed image sensor which depicts rich colors and textures of people, landscapes, and scenes in even dark locations. Due to the combination of the low-light performance, which is approximately double compared to the previous modelii and the high-speed multi frame overlay procession technology of the Xperia 1 V, it is possible to shoot a noise resistant photo with a wider dynamic range that is equivalent to a full-frame camera. The 24mm lens on the back of the Xperia 1 V equipped with a 2-layer Transistor Pixel stacked CMOS image sensor “Exmor T for mobile” which is about 1.7 times larger than the Xperia 1 IV’s image sensor. In addition, the 85-125mm (F2.3-F2.8) optical zoom lens enables bright portraits with little distortion.
S-Cinetone, designed for cinematographersiii, has been adjusted and installed for mobile. Since the texture of the human skin can be beautifully expressed when shooting, it is possible to record as an impressive cinematic image as it is, without color grading. In addition, the new sensor has approximately three times of saturation signal levelii compared to the conventional sensor, and unique image quality processing suppresses noise that tends to occur in dark scenes, resulting in beautiful images with soft colors.
The Xperia 1 V has a multitude of functions including color presets such as Creative Look, also found in Alpha series cameras, and high-performance real time AF (auto focus). Various color settings are preset, such as colorful flowers and clear blue sky, or creating a soft, transparent finish. Xperia’s high-performance Real-time Eye AFiv and Real-time trackingiv allows shooting with the focus on the eyes of a person or a specified subject. With AI depth that analyzes distance information, even distant subjects can be clearly focused. Additionally, high-speed continuous shooting of up to 30 frames per second with AF/AEv tracking is newly available, so no moment will be missed.
Improved Vlog Experience
Xperia 1 V fits all creators’ needs with the Product Showcase Setting, which is a popular function in Sony’s VLOGCAM series and shifts the focus on the camera to the product, instead of reviewer’s face, when shooting. Additionally, a new voice priority mic is placed near the rear camera. Even when in a busy outdoor location, the creator’s voice is clearly recorded, so it makes an easy transition from shooting to distributing the video. When doing a YouTube™ live stream via the video recording function “Videography Pro”, chats from viewers can be viewed in the comment section simultaneously, allowing for immediate interactionvi with viewers in real time. The user interface also supports vertical shooting, so you can shoot content in any orientation, either vertically or horizontallyvii.
Immersive Experience
Packed into the newest compact smartphone is a 6.5-inch 4K OLED display with a refresh rate of 120Hzviii and less blur. The powerful and low-noise speaker amplifier improves the spread and depth of the sound, and the extension of the low and high frequencies, creating a more dynamic and clear sound. Xperia 1 V offers an authentic viewing experience of movies and music without a need for an additional speaker. On the backside, it has a functional tactile design that uses a uniquely developed texture glass. Combined with the fine slits on the side, it provides a stable grip and prevents from slipping when you hold the smartphone during shooting or viewing.
Best in Class Gaming Performance
The game assist function "Game Enhancer" provides visual and auditory support for game players. In addition to simply playing, players can also livestream their playing scene on YouTube. Qualcomm's Snapdragon® 8 Gen2 Mobile Platform and Elite Gamingx optimizes the experience of shooting, viewing and playing games with superior level.
Long Lasting Battery Power and Powerful CPU
Despite using a 4K display, approximately 20 hoursx of continuous video playback is available with a powerful 5,000mAh battery. It supports wireless charging, 30 minutes quick charge up to 50%xi, and furthermore, Xperia’s unique charging optimization technology supports users with a battery that maintains 80% or more of its maximum capacityxii even after 3 years. By improving power consumption and heat dissipation, Xperia 1 V achieves both high performance and durability, and allows for shooting for a longer time while suppressing heat generation. Equipped with the Snapdragon® 8 Gen2 Mobile Platform, the power efficiency of the CPU has been improved by approximately 40%xiii compared to the previous model. The power consumption during camera operation has been improved by approximately 20%, and the volume of the heat diffusion sheet has been increased by approximately 60% for the heat dissipation performance of the main unit. ?
Accessibility & Sustainability
With continued efforts to provide more accessibility, Xperia 1 V includes a function in the Photo Pro feature that uses sounds to inform users of the horizontal and vertical measurement of the screen.
The Sony Group has set an environmental plan "Road to Zero" aiming for zero environmental load by 2050. In order to achieve this, we are taking action while setting medium-term environmental targets in stages. As part of these mid-term environmental goals, we aim to completely eliminate plastic packaging materials for newly designed small products by 2025. Xperia 1 V ‘s plastic-free packagexiv is comprised of Sony’s unique Original Blended Material, which is made from bamboo, sugar cane fibers, and recycled paper collected from the market. We are also working to reduce the amount of virgin plastic used inside the main unit. Some elements, both internal and external, of the main unit use SORPLAS™, a flame-retardant recycled plastic developed by Sony that uses up to 99% recycled materials. For more details, please visit: www.sony.net/xperia-eco
Style Cover with Stand for Xperia 1 V(XQZ-CBDQ
The Xperia 1 V exclusive cover has a grip on the bottom of the main unit to enhance the shooting experience. In addition to the conventional horizontal stand, it supports vertical stand, making it easy to use not only for watching videos but also for live distribution and video chat. The back of the cover incorporates the textured design applied to the back of the "Xperia 1 V" body, so that the original design of the device is not compromised even when the cover is attached. Two colorsxv are available to match the body (black and khaki green).
Pricing and Availability
The Xperia 1 V will be available for pre-order on May 11, 2023 for approximately $1399.99 USD with first customer deliveries July 28, 2023. It will be sold unlocked in black at a variety of Sony’s authorized dealers throughout the United States. A khaki green color variation will be available exclusively at www.electronics.sony.com.
For a limited time, customers who pre-order the Xperia 1 V starting May 11, 2023, will be eligible to receive Sony’s latest LinkBuds Truly Wireless Earbuds (WFL900/H) with purchase (a $179.99 USD value).xvi
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Sony Xperia 1 V Smartphone at B&H
?Notes:
i In terms of noise resistance performance and dynamic range for still images in lighting environments of LV2 or less. Comparison with a digital camera equipped with our full-frame sensor.
ii Compared to "Xperia 1 IV"’s image sensor installed in the 24mm lens.
iii Such as the professional handheld camcorder "FX9" and the videographers’ attracted model "Alpha" series.
iv Some performance restrictions may apply.
v Auto Focus / Auto Exposure.
vi Please use this app in compliance with YouTube's terms of service and live streaming requirements.
Vii "Videography Pro" and "Photography Pro" support "Product Review Shooting" and vertical interface.
viii Display refresh rate may vary according to settings, contents, and applications used.
ix Qualcomm and Snapdragon are trademarks of Qualcomm Incorporated, registered in the United States and other countries, used with permission.
X Conditions under: video file resolution 720p, 4K upscaling activated, content is saving to the main unit, sound output via Bluetooth, LTE or Wi-Fi connection, and with automatic screen brightness adjustment off. Actual video playback time depends on many other factors such as network connection, settings, video file format, screen brightness and battery status.
xi We recommend using genuine chargers and cables as XQZ-UC1 (charge and cable bundle). Availability may vary.
xii Simulated result by Sony Corporation, based on actual usage profile using the same type of battery and USB charging. Actual performance varies based on settings, environmental conditions, storage, and usage. Batteries are consumable products, and their capacity degrades over time as they age. Sony does not guarantee the life span of the battery.
xiii Comparison with Xperia 1 IV, when using Photography Pro/Videography Pro.
xiv Packaging refers to the individual product box, as well as components such as in-box trays, spacers, wraps and sleeves. Excludes materials used in coatings and adhesives.
xv Colors and availability will differ depending on the region.
xvi Offer valid on purchases starting on May 11, 2023 for U.S. residents 18+ with purchase of a new Xperia 1 V smartphone from a participating Sony authorized retailer. Offer not combinable with other offers and not redeemable for cash. Specifications, availability, prices, and terms of offer are subject to cancellation or change without notice.
No experience necessary.
From Canon USA:
REALIZE NEW VIDEO COMMUNICATION WITH THE CANON POWERSHOT V10 VLOG CAMERA AND THE INTRODUCTION OF THE POWERSHOT V CAMERA SERIES
MELVILLE, NY, May 11, 2023 – If you’ve picked up your smartphone in the last few minutes, chances are you’ve viewed a video via a social media platform. From the YPulse 2023 Social Media Behavior Report, 59% of Gen Y/Z say they create their own social media content for a broader audience than just their friends and family. As video content continues to absorb our attention for work and leisure, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today announced the new PowerShot V10 Vlog Camera, the first product in the Company’s new consumer video production, live streaming and vlogging line, the PowerShot V (V= Video Communication) camera series.
The PowerShot V10 Vlog Camera has in mind the on-the-go content creator who wants to level-up their creative content and step-up from using a smart phone. Packed with key features, including an intuitive control user interface on the touch panel and frame AF mode for product reviews, the PowerShot V10 Vlog Camera can be the priority piece of imaging equipment used for almost all things video.
Additional features include:
There is no shortage of usage cases for the PowerShot V10 Vlog Camera. Traveling? The camera is super compact and includes a built-in stand, a port for a tripod and a microphone. Live streaming for gaming? You can easily connect the vlogging camera to a Wi-Fi® router and output video directly to YouTube or Facebook platforms via the Camera Connect app1. Haven’t experienced a traditional DSLR or mirrorless camera before? The PowerShot V10 Vlog Camera is intuitive like a smartphone – making the transition from smartphone to the camera fairly seamless.
With the introduction of the new Canon PowerShot V Series of cameras, the Company continues to reinforce its commitment to the ever-changing needs and wants of customers. If you’d like to be part of the conversation, join the Canon Community3 to ask questions, share knowledge and connect with others.
Pricing and Availability
The PowerShot V10 Vlog Camera is anticipated to be available in June for an estimated retail price of $429.99*.
Orders
Order the Canon PowerShot V10 Vlog Camera at B&H
Additional Information
† Based on weekly patent counts issued by United States Patent and Trademark Office.
* Specifications, availability and prices are subject to change without notice. Actual prices are set by individual dealers and may vary.
1 Requires an internet connection and the Canon Camera Connect App Ver. 2.7.10 or later, available for free on the App Store and on Google Play. Compatible with select smartphone and tablet devices equipped with Bluetooth® version 4.1 or later and iOS® versions 15.7 to 16.3. or Android™ OS versions 10.0,11.0,12.0, or13.0. Data charges may apply with the download of the free Canon Camera Connect app. This app helps enable you to upload images to social media services. Please note that image and video files may contain personally identifiable information that may implicate privacy laws. Canon disclaims and has no responsibility for your use of such images or video. Canon does not obtain, collect or use such images, video or any information included in such images through this app. . This application is not guaranteed to operate on all listed devices, even if minimum requirements are met. Third-party platforms may change or terminate your ability to livestream and/or utilize other of their services at any time and your use of such platforms is subject to the respective platform’s terms and conditions. Canon disclaims and has no responsibility for services provided by such third-party platforms, including, but not limited to, livestreaming.
2 Requires an internet connection and the image.canon app, available for free on the App Store and on Google Play. Compatible with select smartphone and tablet devices equipped with iOS 15 to 16.3 or Android OS 10.0, 11.0, 12.0 or 13.0. Data charges may apply with the download of the free image.canon app. This app helps enable you to upload images to social media services. Please note that image and video files may contain personally identifiable information that may implicate privacy laws. Canon disclaims and has no responsibility for your use of such images or video. Canon does not obtain, collect or use such images, video or any information included in such images through this app. This application is not guaranteed to operate on all listed devices, even if minimum requirements are met. Third-party platforms may change or terminate your ability to utilize their service(s) at any time and your use of such platforms is subject to the respective platform’s terms and conditions. Canon disclaims and has no responsibility for services provided by such third-party platforms.
3 Registration is available to residents of the 50 United States and the District of Columbia only and is subject to the Canon Community Guidelines and the Canon U.S.A., Inc. Terms of Use.