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Thursday, December 13, 2018
Ronkonkoma, NY – December 13, 2018 – Sigma Corporation of America, a leading still photo and cinema lens, camera, flash and accessory manufacturer, has brought back its popular holiday sale, offering instant savings of up to $150.00 on its most sought-after Art and Contemporary lenses and accessories.
The promotion comes shortly after Sigma’s successful Black Friday sale and allows even more photographers to make their wishes come true this holiday season.
The offer spans for over three weeks and into the New Year, beginning today, Thursday, December 13th, 2018 through Monday, January 7th, 2019, exclusively at authorized Sigma dealers in the US and sigmaphoto.com.
This promo is subject to availability and cannot be combined with other offers.
The current sale features Sigma’s fan-favorite Global Vision lenses, with each one handcrafted in Aizu, Japan. Sigma lenses boast highest-quality build, incredible optical performance and outstanding sharpness. Sigma strives to facilitate artistic expression for photographers of all genres, continuously reinvesting in its R&D and expanding its Global Vision lineup with new innovative lenses photographers have come to love. During this holiday sale, enthusiast and professional photographers alike can choose from a variety of wide-angle, standard and telephoto primes and zooms and accessories. With the year coming to an end, this is the perfect opportunity to gift yourself or loved ones a new lens to start 2019 with the fresh perspective.
What’s on Sale:
The current sale features Sigma’s fan-favorite Global Vision lenses, with each one handcrafted in Aizu, Japan. Sigma lenses boast highest-quality build, incredible optical performance and outstanding sharpness. Sigma strives to facilitate artistic expression for photographers of all genres, continuously reinvesting in its R&D and expanding its Global Vision lineup with new innovative lenses photographers have come to love. During this holiday sale, enthusiast and professional photographers alike can choose from a variety of wide-angle, standard and telephoto primes and zooms and accessories. With the year coming to an end, this is the perfect opportunity to gift yourself or loved ones a new lens to start 2019 with the fresh perspective.
What’s on Sale:
Categories: Photography Deals, Sigma Deals
Permalink: Sigma Black Friday Lens Discounts Are Back
Post Date: 12/13/2018 8:24:08 AM CT Posted By: Sean
LensRentals has posted a teardown of the Canon RF 50mm f/1.2L USM Lens. This lens does not appear to be a good candidate for do-it-yourself repairs.
You can rent the Canon RF 50mm f/1.2L USM Lens from LensRentals or purchase the lens at B&H, Adorama, Amazon US, Wex Photo | Video and Henry's.
You can rent the Canon RF 50mm f/1.2L USM Lens from LensRentals or purchase the lens at B&H, Adorama, Amazon US, Wex Photo | Video and Henry's.
Posted to: Canon News
Categories: LensRentals News, LensRentals Teardowns
Post Date: 12/13/2018 8:02:15 AM CT Posted By: Sean
From the Adorama YouTube Channel:
Cold winter days can be the perfect time to shoot portraits inside a home studio but that doesn't mean you can't bring the outside inside. In this video Gavin Hoey shoots a winter portrait complete with falling snow.
Download Gavin's free Photoshop snow action
Category: Photography Education Videos
Post Date: 12/13/2018 6:06:11 AM CT Posted By: Sean
Through midnight tonight Eastern Time, B&H has the Vello ShutterBoss II Timer Remote Switch for Canon/Nikon/Sony/Fuji/Panasonic available for $29.95 with free shipping. Regularly $49.95.
Product Highlights
Product Highlights
- Wired Remote Controller
- Power Off and Reset Options
- Set Timer Delays & Intervals
- Set Number of Shots/Unlimited Shooting
- 4-Line Backlit LED Display
- Take Photos without Camera Shake
- Great for Time-Lapse Recording
- Powered by Two AAA Batteries
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Categories: Photography Deals, Vello Deals
Post Date: 12/13/2018 5:59:00 AM CT Posted By: Sean
Through midnight tonight Eastern Time, B&H has the Manfrotto Nitrotech N8 Video Head & 546B Pro Tripod with Mid-Level Spreader available for $499.99 with free shipping. Regularly $949.99.
Product Highlights
Product Highlights
- 17.6 lb Capacity Fluid Drag Tripod Head
- Sliding Balance Plate with Safety Lock
- Nitrogen Piston Counterbalance System
- Adjustable Pan & Tilt Drag
- 75mm Flat Base with Half-Ball Adapter
- 2-Stage Tripod & Mid-Level Spreader
- 12 to 61" Height Range
- Independent Leg Adjustments
- Removable Rubber Shoes
- Padded Carrying Bag
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Post Date: 12/13/2018 5:51:55 AM CT Posted By: Sean
Wednesday, December 12, 2018
B&H has the Nikon NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.8 S Lens in stock with free expedited shipping.
Product Highlights
Product Highlights
- Z-Mount Lens/FX Format
- Aperture Range: f/1.8 to f/16
- Two ED and Two Aspherical Elements
- Nano Crystal & Super Integrated Coatings
- Stepping Motor AF System
- Programmable Control Ring
- Weather-Sealed Construction
- Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm
Posted to: Nikon News
Category: In Stock Notices
Permalink: Nikon Z 50mm f/1.8 S Lens In Stock at B&H
Post Date: 12/12/2018 12:29:31 PM CT Posted By: Sean
The current Canon USA camera, lens and Speedlite instant rebates are set to expire December 15.
Of course, Canon may choose to extend the instant rebates all the way through Christmas, but... lot's of popular items have rebates that are higher than normal (even for the holidays), so now might be a good time cross a lens off your wish list and add it to your shopping cart.
In addition to the instant rebates, many popular items also qualify for Canon's CarePAK PLUS coverage through January 5, 2019.
CarePAK PLUS Benefits Include
Take note of the highlighted rows below which indicate special higher-than-normal rebates. Included in this group is the Canon EF 100-400L IS II, an excellent telephoto zoom that's a favorite of Bryan's, and the EF 40mm f/2.8 STM, a lens that is so inexpensive with this rebate that every photographer should pick one up, even if only for backup purposes.
Canon USA Instant Rebates – Expiring December 15
In addition to the instant rebates, many popular items also qualify for Canon's CarePAK PLUS coverage through January 5, 2019.
CarePAK PLUS Benefits Include
- Protection from Accidental Damage
- Coverage from Normal Wear and Tear
- Free Two-Way Shipping
- $0 Deductible
- Service & Support Directly from Canon
- Priority Service
- Camera Maintenance with Sensor Cleanings
- Transferable
Take note of the highlighted rows below which indicate special higher-than-normal rebates. Included in this group is the Canon EF 100-400L IS II, an excellent telephoto zoom that's a favorite of Bryan's, and the EF 40mm f/2.8 STM, a lens that is so inexpensive with this rebate that every photographer should pick one up, even if only for backup purposes.
Canon USA Instant Rebates – Expiring December 15
Posted to: Canon News
Post Date: 12/12/2018 11:05:21 AM CT Posted By: Sean
Hot Deal: For the next 10 days, B&H has the DJI Ronin-S available for $549.00 with free expedited shipping. Regularly $749.00.
Coincidentally, I was researching this gimbal stabilizer yesterday and found the video below quite informative. [Sean]
Product Highlights
Coincidentally, I was researching this gimbal stabilizer yesterday and found the video below quite informative. [Sean]
Product Highlights
- Three-Axis Motorized Gimbal Stabilizer
- Holds DSLR or Mirrorless Cameras
- Eight-Pound Payload Capacity
- Trigger and Mode Buttons for Control
- Offset Roll Motor for Screen Visibility
- One-Handed Operation
- Battery Grip Lasts up to 12 Hours
- Camera Control via Included Cables
- Includes Focus Wheel
- Additional Functions via Android/iOS App
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Post Date: 12/12/2018 9:07:02 AM CT Posted By: Sean
Image quality test results
have been added to the Sony FE 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 G OSS Lens page.
Here are some comparisons:
Sony 70-300 vs. Sony 100-400
Sony vs. Canon
Sony vs. Nikon (different resolution cameras)
Sony 70-300 vs. Sigma 100-400
Sony vs. Tamron
The Sony FE 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 G OSS Lens is in stock at B&H | Amazon | Adorama | WEX.
Rent the Sony FE 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 G OSS Lens from Lensrentals.
Here are some comparisons:
Sony 70-300 vs. Sony 100-400
Sony vs. Canon
Sony vs. Nikon (different resolution cameras)
Sony 70-300 vs. Sigma 100-400
Sony vs. Tamron
The Sony FE 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 G OSS Lens is in stock at B&H | Amazon | Adorama | WEX.
Rent the Sony FE 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 G OSS Lens from Lensrentals.
Posted to: Sony News
Category: Camera Gear Review News
Post Date: 12/12/2018 8:08:02 AM CT Posted By: Bryan
B&H has a Used Really Right Stuff TVC-24L Series 2 Mk2 Carbon Fiber Tripod (Condition: 9) available for $749.95 with free shipping. Compare at $1,030.00 new.
Product Highlights
Product Highlights
- Load Capacity: 40 lb
- Max Height: 66.1"
- Min Height: 3.7"
- Folded Length: 23"
- Leg Sections: 4
- Weight: 3.7 lb
- Twist Locks
- Bubble Level
- Rubber Ball Feet
- Ratcheting Angle Stops
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Post Date: 12/12/2018 7:39:19 AM CT Posted By: Sean
Do you want more opportunities to photograph colorful birds? Do you want those opportunities without having to travel long distances?
Is your back yard close enough?
Today, Amazon is featuring Perky Pet Bird Houses as one of its Gold Box Deals of the Day.
If you live in bear-prone areas, Bryan recommends investing in the very durable Droll Yankee B72 Executive. However, if bears aren't a significant problem in your area, one (or more) of the bird feeders above will likely do the trick.
Note that several hummingbird feeders are on sale. If interested in hummingbird photography, be sure to check out our Hummingbird Photography Tips, authored by site visitor Bob Williams.
Is your back yard close enough?
Today, Amazon is featuring Perky Pet Bird Houses as one of its Gold Box Deals of the Day.
If you live in bear-prone areas, Bryan recommends investing in the very durable Droll Yankee B72 Executive. However, if bears aren't a significant problem in your area, one (or more) of the bird feeders above will likely do the trick.
Note that several hummingbird feeders are on sale. If interested in hummingbird photography, be sure to check out our Hummingbird Photography Tips, authored by site visitor Bob Williams.
Category: Photography Deals
Post Date: 12/12/2018 6:37:04 AM CT Posted By: Sean
B&H has the Crucial 1TB MX500 2.5" Internal SSD available for $118.99 with free expedited shipping. Regularly $168.99.
Product Highlights
Product Highlights
- 1TB Storage Capacity
- 2.5"/7mm Form Factor
- SATA III 6 Gb/s Interface
- Up to 560 MB/s Sequential Read Speed
- Up to 510 MB/s Sequential Write Speed
- Silicon Motion SM2258 Controller
- Micron 3D TLC NAND Flash Technology
- AES-256 Data Encryption, TCG Opal 2.0
- Acronis True Image Included
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Categories: Photography Deals, Crucial Deals
Post Date: 12/12/2018 6:15:14 AM CT Posted By: Sean
Tuesday, December 11, 2018
From Sigma:
Benefits of SIGMA Optimization Pro 1.5
SIGMA Optimization Pro 1.5 for Windows
Benefits of SIGMA Optimization Pro 1.5
SIGMA Optimization Pro 1.5 for Windows
- It has added the “AF function button setting” to the customization menu. With this setting, it is possible to allocate various functions to the AF function button incorporated in the SIGMA 70-200mm F2.8 DG OS HSM | Sports.
- It has added the “AF function button setting” to the customization menu. With this setting, it is possible to allocate various functions to the AF function button incorporated in the SIGMA 70-200mm F2.8 DG OS HSM | Sports.
- It has become compatible with Mac OS Mojave (10.14).
- It has corrected the display error of the customization menu in traditional Chinese language.
Categories: Sigma News, Sigma Software Updates
Permalink: Sigma Releases Optimization Pro v.1.5
Post Date: 12/11/2018 1:52:16 PM CT Posted By: Sean
Through tomorrow, B&H has the Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8 AT-X PRO DX-II Lens available for $349.00 with free expedited shipping. Regularly $499.00.
Discounted mounts included Canon EF, Nikon F & Sony A.
Product Highlights
Discounted mounts included Canon EF, Nikon F & Sony A.
Product Highlights
- Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/22
- Designed for Cameras with APS-C Sensors
- Internal Focusing AF Motor
- One-Touch Focus Clutch Mechanism
- Two Aspheric Lens Elements
- Two Super-Low Dispersion Lens Elements
- Multi-Layer Coating
- 77mm Filter Thread
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Categories: Photography Deals, Tokina Deals
Post Date: 12/11/2018 1:32:57 PM CT Posted By: Sean
From Adobe:
This release of Lightroom Classic CC rolls out new features and enhancements such as customization of Develop Panel, Add to Collection option in auto-import settings, Grid Snap option in book module, other enhancements, support for new cameras and lenses, and bug fixes.
Customize the order of Develop panels
With this release, you can now drag the Develop module panels in the order you would like to see them in.
To customize the Develop panel menu, do the following:
Add photos from a watched folder to a Collection with Auto Import
In the Auto Import settings, you can now use the Add To Collection option to directly pull photos from a watched folder into a specified Collection.
The Auto Import feature monitors a watched folder for photos and automatically imports them into the Collection you've set as the destination. After you set up a watched folder and specify a destination Collection in the auto-import settings, you can simply drag photos into the watched folder. Lightroom Classic CC automatically imports those photos in the specified Collection, allowing you to bypass the import window.
To add photos from a watched folder to a Collection, do the following:
Align photos in a Book layout with the Grid Snap guides
You can now easily align photos in a Book layout using the Grid Snap option in the Guides section. In Grid Snap, choose either Cells to align the cells of two photos with respect to each other, or Grid to align photos with the grid guide lines.
On moving the photo, it would snap into place based on the selected setting. By default, the Grid Snap option is set to Cells.
For more helpful information, see Create photo books.
Duplicate preset handling
With this release of Lightroom Classic CC, if you attempt to create a duplicate preset with the same name under the same group, a Duplicate Preset Name dialog box opens with options to:
Show partially compatible presets
On opening a photo in the Loupe view in the Develop module, some presets may not appear in the Presets panel due to incompatibility with the selected photo, such as camera profiles that are not applicable to the current photo or presets that only apply to raw files. The non-compatible presets are shown as faded and in Italics style in the Presets panel in Develop.
To see all presets even if they are not compatible with the current photo, do the following:
Photo merge enhancements
Performance enhancements
Newly added camera support:
B&H carries Adobe Photography Plan subscriptions.
This release of Lightroom Classic CC rolls out new features and enhancements such as customization of Develop Panel, Add to Collection option in auto-import settings, Grid Snap option in book module, other enhancements, support for new cameras and lenses, and bug fixes.
Customize the order of Develop panels
With this release, you can now drag the Develop module panels in the order you would like to see them in.
To customize the Develop panel menu, do the following:
- Right-click (Win) / Control-click (Mac) on the header of any panel.
- Select Customize Develop Panel from the context menu that opens.
- In the Customize Develop Panel dialog box that opens, drag the panel names in the desired order.
- Click Save. To restore the default order, click Default Order before Save.
- Relaunch Lightroom Classic to see the Develop panels in the new order in the Confirm dialog that opens.
Add photos from a watched folder to a Collection with Auto Import
In the Auto Import settings, you can now use the Add To Collection option to directly pull photos from a watched folder into a specified Collection.
The Auto Import feature monitors a watched folder for photos and automatically imports them into the Collection you've set as the destination. After you set up a watched folder and specify a destination Collection in the auto-import settings, you can simply drag photos into the watched folder. Lightroom Classic CC automatically imports those photos in the specified Collection, allowing you to bypass the import window.
To add photos from a watched folder to a Collection, do the following:
- Go to File > Auto Import > Auto Import Settings.
- In the Auto Import Settings dialog box, set up a watched folder and select the Enable Auto Import option.
- In the Destination area of the dialog box, select the Add to Collection check box. Lightroom Classic now displays a list of all your Collections.
- Select any Collection as your destination for auto-import.
- Optionally, you can also click Create Collection to create a new collection and select it as the destination for import.
- Click OK.
Align photos in a Book layout with the Grid Snap guides
You can now easily align photos in a Book layout using the Grid Snap option in the Guides section. In Grid Snap, choose either Cells to align the cells of two photos with respect to each other, or Grid to align photos with the grid guide lines.
On moving the photo, it would snap into place based on the selected setting. By default, the Grid Snap option is set to Cells.
For more helpful information, see Create photo books.
Duplicate preset handling
With this release of Lightroom Classic CC, if you attempt to create a duplicate preset with the same name under the same group, a Duplicate Preset Name dialog box opens with options to:
- Replace - Select this option to keep only the latest preset with the same name in the group
- Duplicate - Select this option to keep two presets with the same name listed in the same group
- Rename - Select this option to append a numeric extension to the name by default or rename it yourself
Show partially compatible presets
On opening a photo in the Loupe view in the Develop module, some presets may not appear in the Presets panel due to incompatibility with the selected photo, such as camera profiles that are not applicable to the current photo or presets that only apply to raw files. The non-compatible presets are shown as faded and in Italics style in the Presets panel in Develop.
To see all presets even if they are not compatible with the current photo, do the following:
- Open a photo in Loupe view and click Edit.
- Select Preferences from the drop-down menu.
- Select Presets under the Preferences panel.
- In the Visibility section, select/deselect Show Partially Compatible Develop Presets to show/hide partially compatible develop presets.
Photo merge enhancements
- Photo merge: Requirements for merge operations that could have led to merging failures in earlier versions have now been relaxed. Now you can merge images with differing dimensions, focal lengths, and orientation.
- Photo merge preview caching: Lightroom Classic now caches the previews generated for Photo Merge operations. This improves performance and provides a better user experience.
- Single-step HDR-Pano merge: Now you can perform single-step panorama HDR merge using smart previews.
Performance enhancements
- Improved sync reliability and stability.
- Improved performance while doing batch operations such as import, preview generation, DNG conversion, and export.
- Improved grid scrolling performance on Hi-DPI displays.
- Improved performance when switching between Develop and Library Loupe.
- Cancel on exit: With this release, you would see a confirmation dialog on exit so that you can choose to cancel exiting from Lightroom Classic CC. If you select Don’t show again checkbox from the confirmation dialog, you need to reset warning dialogs (Preferences > General > Reset All Warning dialogs) to see the confirmation dialog on exit again.
- Color Labels for folders: Support has been added for color labels for offline folders. For more helpful information, see Create and manage folders.
- Support for Photoshop Elements 2019 catalogs: Support has been added for importing Photoshop Elements 2019 catalogs in Lightroom Classic CC. For more helpful information, see Import photos from Photoshop Elements.
Newly added camera support:
- Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (2018 model)
- Apple iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2018 model)
- Apple iPhone XR
- Apple iPhone XS
- Apple iPhone XS Max
- Canon PowerShot SX70 HS
- Google Pixel 3
- Google Pixel 3 XL
- GoPro HERO7 Black
- Huawei P9 Lite
- Leica D-Lux 7
- Leica M10-D
- Leica M10-P
- LG G7 ThinQ
- Nikon COOLPIX P1000
- Nikon D3500
- Nikon Z 6
- Samsung Galaxy Note 9
- Samsung Galaxy S6
- Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge
- Sony DSC-HX95
- Sony DSC-HX99
| Lens | Mount |
| Apple iPad Pro (11-inch) back camera 3mm f/1.8 (DNG+JPEG+HEIC) | Apple |
| Apple iPad Pro (11-inch) front camera 2.87mm f/2.2 (JPEG+HEIC) | Apple |
| Apple iPad Pro (12.9-inch) (3rd generation) back camera 3mm f/1.8 (DNG+JPEG+HEIC) | Apple |
| Apple iPad Pro (12.9-inch) (3rd generation) front camera 2.87mm f/2.2 (JPEG+HEIC) | Apple |
| Apple iPhone XR back camera 4.25mm f/1.8 (DNG+JPEG+HEIC) | Apple |
| Apple iPhone XR front camera 2.87mm f/2.2 (JPEG+HEIC) | Apple |
| Apple iPhone XS back camera 4.25mm f/1.8 (DNG+JPEG+HEIC) | Apple |
| Apple iPhone XS back camera 6mm f/2.4 (DNG+JPEG+HEIC) | Apple |
| Apple iPhone XS front camera 2.87mm f/2.2 (JPEG+HEIC) | Apple |
| Apple iPhone XS Max back camera 4.25mm f/1.8 (DNG+JPEG+HEIC) | Apple |
| Apple iPhone XS Max back camera 6mm f/2.4 (DNG+JPEG+HEIC) | Apple |
| Apple iPhone XS Max front camera 2.87mm f/2.2 (JPEG+HEIC) | Apple |
| Canon EF-M 32mm f/1.4 STM | Canon |
| Google Pixel 3 Rear Camera (DNG+JPEG)* | |
| Google Pixel 3 XL Rear Camera (DNG+JPEG)* | |
| HERO7 Black (Raw+JPEG) | GoPro |
| HERO7 Silver | GoPro |
| Hasselblad XCD 1,9/80mm | Hasselblad |
| Hasselblad XCD 2,8/135mm + 1.7x | Hasselblad |
| Lensbaby Velvet 85mm f/1.8 | Canon, Sony, Nikon |
| LG G7 ThinQ Front Camera (DNG+JPEG) | LG |
| LG G7 ThinQ Rear Main Camera (DNG+JPEG) | LG |
| LG G7 ThinQ Rear Wide Camera (DNG+JPEG) | LG |
| Samsung Galaxy Note 9 Rear Camera 26mm F1.5-2.4 (DNG+JPEG) | Samsung |
| Samsung Galaxy Note 9 Rear Camera 52mm F2.4 | Samsung |
| Samyang AF 24mm F2.8 | Sony |
| SIGMA 40mm F1.4 DG HSM A018 | Canon |
| SIGMA 60-600mm F4.5-6.3 DG OS HSM S018 | Canon, SIGMA |
| SIGMA 105mm T1.5 FF HIGH-SPEED PRIME | Canon |
| SIGMA 56mm F1.4 DC DN C018 | Sony |
| Sony FE 24mm F1.4 GM | Sony |
| TAMRON SP 15-30mm F/2.8 Di VC USD G2 A041 | Canon, Nikon |
| Voigtlander VM 40mm f/1.2 Nokton Aspherical | Leica |
| Voigtlander VM 50mm f/1.2 Nokton Aspherical | Leica |
| Voigtlander NOKTON classic 35mm F1.4 | Sony |
| Zeiss Batis 2/40 CF | Sony |
B&H carries Adobe Photography Plan subscriptions.
Categories: Adobe News, Lightroom News
Post Date: 12/11/2018 12:07:21 PM CT Posted By: Sean
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