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From Sony Japan (translated):

Notification of free repairs and apology to customers who use CFexpress Type A memory cards CEA-G series

Thank you for using Sony products. We have discovered that in some CFexpress Type A memory cards in the CEA-G series, there are rare cases where the card is not recognized or writing does not finish in low-temperature environments near the lower limit of operating temperature (-10°C).

Therefore, we will repair the affected products free of charge during the free repair period listed below. If you are using an affected memory card product, please check whether your product is eligible for free repair, and if so, please apply via the website below or contact us at the address listed below. We apologize for any inconvenience caused to customers using the affected products. We appreciate your continued patronage of our products.

Products CFexpress Type A memory cards CEA-G series
CEA-G80T / CEA-G160T / CEA-G320T / CEA-G640T that have the specific numbers listed below printed on the back of the product How to check for applicable items The following numbers are printed on the back of the product.
*Please take a photo of the number on the back of the product using your smartphone or other device, enlarge it, and check the number.

(1) CEA-G80T:

Products with 8-digit numbers 22030050 to 23050157, except for products with the following numbers: 22030077, 22030094 , 22040022, 22050028, 22050067, 22070075, 22110010, 22110015, 22110029, 22110037, 22110103 Products with the nine-digit number 220300500 to 230501570

(2) CEA-G160T:

Products with 8-digit numbers 22030127 to 24029999,
except for products with the following numbers:
22040025, 22040068, 22050029 , 22050068, 22070076
Products with a 9-digit number between 220301270 and 240299990

(3) CEA-G320T:

Products with 8-digit numbers between 22090001 and 24029999
Products with a 9-digit number between 220900010 and 240299990

(4) CEA-G640T:

Products with 8-digit numbers between 23010001 and 24029999
Products with a 9-digit number between 230100010 and 240299990

Free repair period

Until June 29, 2029

Confirmation of applicable items by number

Enter the number in the "Apply online" [Japan] section below and press the "Proceed to confirmation/application screen" button to check whether or not your product is eligible for free repair.

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From Skylum:

Skylum Announces A New Photo Editing App For Professional Portrait Photographers

NEW YORK, NY – May 23, 2024 - Skylum, a leading innovator in photo editing software and the company behind the award-winning, AI-powered program Luminar Neo, is proud to announce Project “Barcelona”, a new desktop application specifically for professional portrait retouching.

Recognizing the increasing demand for time-saving tools in portrait photography that would enable professional and semi-professional photographers to focus on creative growth and client engagement, Skylum is collaborating with renowned portrait photographer Julia Trotti to develop this specialized software solution. Set for release in September 2024, Project “Barcelona” will empower photographers by automating routine face retouching processes through an efficient, AI-optimized workflow that runs locally on the user’s device, making it as easy as applying presets. With the added advantage of precise and adjustable masking tools, it provides enhanced control and accuracy for perfect results every time. This, in turn, will allow portrait photographers to balance the time-intensive task of photo retouching with shooting and growing their photography business.

Designed with the specific needs of portrait photographers in mind, the new app’s key features include:

Skin Toning: Make subtle changes to the skin tone of specific areas thanks to an accurate facial skin segmentation model; remove the red hue or unify the overall color. On top of that, the new app's state-of-the-art face mesh model provides unique makeup correction capabilities, allowing the application of extra textures like blush, highlight, and contour, and changing the color of lips, brows, and other elements.

Eye Enhancement: Add iris flare, remove redness, and adjust eye shape with a comprehensive suite of tools to perfect a subject’s eyes in portraits.

Teeth Whitening: Ensure radiant smiles with advanced teeth whitening and brightening capabilities.

Makeup Application: Enjoy customizable options for creative makeup styles and colors to compliment any complexion, clothing, or backdrop.

Bokeh Effects: Create stunning depth-of-field effects with the bokeh feature, adding dimension and allure to portraits.

Body Enhancement: Adjust bodily proportions to correct posture and account for unflattering angles, making sure portraits capture subjects in their best light.

"In the development of Project “Barcelona” (public name to be announced soon), we’re working closely with acclaimed photographer Julia Trotti to infuse our software with professional insights that meet the specific needs of portrait photographers everywhere," says Ivan Kutanin, CEO of Skylum. "Just as Luminar Neo provides convenient editing solutions for a broad set of photography challenges, this new app uses cutting-edge AI technology to help portrait photographers achieve top-quality retouching and inspire them with new creative possibilities."

Early bird offer starts June 25, 2024. Find out more on Skylum’s website and sign up for the waiting list for early access.

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In April 2024, Sigma announced a list of lenses slated to gain Canon RF lens mount compatibility. The first lens on that list has now been formally announced. Expect the demand for the RF mount version of the #1 best selling mirrorless lens at B&H to be high.

Learn more about this lens in the site's review: Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN Contemporary Lens

Here is the official announcement from SIGMA Corporation:

Launch schedule of SIGMA 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN | Contemporary for Canon RF Mount

SIGMA Corporation is pleased to announce the launch schedule of SIGMA 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN Contemporary for Canon RF Mount.

Supplied accessories: PETAL-TYPE HOOD LH582-02, FRONT CAP LCF-55 III, REAR CAP LCR II

Mount: Canon RF Mount

Launch : July, 2024

* Product appearance and specifications are subject to change.

#SIGMA #SIGMA1850mmF28Contemporary #SIGMAContemporary #SIGMADCDN #SIGMARFMount

A large F2.8 aperture zoom lens that need never leave your camera. This exceptionally light, bright, and sharp standard zoom for crop-sensor mirrorless cameras is the ultimate workhorse lens.

Long-awaited Canon RF Mount addition

SIGMA's first APS-C size mirrorless dedicated zoom lens, the SIGMA 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN | Contemporary, will now be available for the Canon RF Mount. This addition allows users to enjoy high-performance, and high-quality SIGMA zoom lenses in native mount on their Canon RF Mount system.

A control algorithm including AF drive and communication speed optimization has been developed specifically for Canon RF Mount interchangeable lenses. In addition to realizing high-speed AF, the lens also supports Servo AF and in-camera aberration correction*. The mount is rubber-sealed to cater for use in a variety of environments.

* Available on supported cameras only.

Mount Conversion Service is available to convert other mounts of SIGMA 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN Contemporary to Canon RF Mount.

Features

1. Large F2.8 aperture and superb image quality

The compact body offers a versatile full-frame equivalent zoom range of 28.8mm to 80mm, a wide aperture of F2.8 throughout the entire zoom range that allows you to enjoy bokeh expressions, and sharp images achieved by the latest optical design technology. With a minimum focusing distance of 12.1cm and a maximum magnification of 1:2.8*1, it allows photographers to take advantage of the compact shooting system, such as shooting close-ups of your subject.

2. Exceptionally compact and lightweight body ideal for mirrorless cameras

The main feature of the SIGMA 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN | Contemporary is its overwhelmingly compact and lightweight body that maximizes the excellent portability and advantages of an APS-C mirrorless camera. Despite its large aperture of F2.8, it is the smallest and lightest in its class*2 boasting a maximum diameter of f69.2mm, a length of 74.5mm and weight of 300g.*3 This makes the large-aperture standard zoom easy to carry around in daily life.

*1 The minimum focusing distance and maximum magnification ratio are both values at the wide end.

*2 As an AF compatible, F2.8 constant aperture standard zoom lens for APS-C (as of June 2024, by SIGMA).

*3 Size and weight measurements given for Canon RF Mount version.

Specifications

Values are for Canon RF Mount

Lens Construction: 10 groups, 13 elements (1 SLD and 3 aspherical lenses)
Angle of View (APS-C): 73.4°(W)-30.0°(T)
Number of Diaphragm Blades: 7 (rounded diaphragm)
Minimum Aperture: F22
Minimum Focusing Distance: 12.1 (W) - 30 (T) cm / 4.8 (W) - 11.9 (T) in.
Maximum Magnification Ratio: 1:2.8 (W) - 1:5(T)
Filter size: 55mm
Dimensions (Diameter × Length): 69.2mm × 74.5mm / 2.7in. x 2.9in.
Weight: 300g / 10.6oz.

Product Barcode

Canon RF Mount: 00-85126-58572-3

Accessories (Supplied) Name of product / Product Barcode
LENS HOOD LH582-02: 0085126 939694
FRONT CAP LCF-55 III: 0085126 930066
REAR CAP LCR II: For Canon RF Mount 0085126 941468

Accessories (Optional) Name of product / Product Barcode
SIGMA WR PROTECTOR 55mm: 0085126 930912
SIGMA PROTECTOR 55mm: 0085126 931049
SIGMA WR UV FILTER 55mm: 0085126 930653
SIGMA WR CIRCULAR PL FILTER 55mm: 0085126 930783

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From Sony Europe:

Reuters selects Sony cameras for its worldwide video group equipment

Reuters’s global network of on location reporters will be using the Alpha 7S III and PXW-Z280 cameras starting this year to bring world events to everyone.

Weybridge, June 12th, 2024 – Sony is delighted to announce that Reuters, one of the largest news agencies in the world, has selected Alpha and XDCAM cameras, G Master lenses and audio equipment to equip its video journalists across the world. The fleet will be using Alpha 7S III, and PXW-Z280 as their main shooting kit, paired with UWP-D wireless audio.

Since its launch, the Alpha 7S III has established itself as a go to camera for on location content creators needing a compact form factor and exceptional picture quality. In this instance, the advanced autofocus performance for hybrid use, together with its outstanding low light performance were key features in Reuters’ decision making. Sony’s E-Mount strategy will also provide journalists with the flexibility to capture images in their truest form, when perfectly paired with the vast options of Sony lenses of their choosing, including the SEL2470GM2.

The PXW-Z280 has become an industry standard, thanks to its ease of use, electronic variable ND filter and Sony’s Instant HDR workflow, eliminating the need for colour grading. Its advanced network features and multiple format support means it can easily, securely, and wirelessly fit into a cloud-based news gathering workflow.

Both cameras benefit for the connectivity features needed to easily connect to the cloud for seamless and reliable content transfer, from the capture location back to the remote broadcast unit, particularly critical for news gathering, with its emphasis on speed.

The cameras and associated equipment started shipping to 23 Reuters locations across the world from April 2024.

This investment from Reuters is a testament to the long-standing relationship between Reuters Sony, powered by Sony’s in-depth knowledge of on the terrain requirement from journalists and Reuters mission to provide timely and quality news. Sony’s Media Backbone Hive is already in use at Reuters as its main multi-platform news production system.

Gildas Pelliet, Imaging and Professional Solutions, Sony Europe, commented: “We are delighted that Reuters has chosen Sony for this key piece of their technological ecosystem. In pressured environments, nothing is more important for a news organisation than to be reliable and timely. This is where reliability, picture quality and cloud-based workflows become crucial – and those are the qualities we have brought to our cameras and workflow solutions.

Sony Alpha 9 III firmware update version 2.01 is available for download (Sony USA).

Firmware Version 2.01 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. Fixes an issue where the exposure may be underexposed when shooting continuously with an aperture value of F18 or higher
2. Improves the operational stability of the camera

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• SDXC
• AA Rechargeable Batteries (Watson 2500mAh for $1.47 per battery, Eneloop Pro)
• Sigma (including 12-24 F4 for Canon EF and 20 F1.8 for Sony E)
• Tamron (70-180 F2.8 DI III for Sony E)
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• Docking Stations & Hubs
• Dell
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• Pelican
• Crucial
• B+W
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