Canon and Sony News for Oct 2019

 Thursday, October 31, 2019

Image quality test results have been added to the Rokinon SP 85mm f/1.2 Lens page.

Here is the Rokinon SP 85mm f/1.2 Lens vs. Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM Lens comparison. Of course, the Canon RF 85mm F1.2 L USM Lens is Canon's best 85mm lens (it's awesome). Here is that comparison.

Try all of the other 85mm comparisons available.

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Post Date: 10/31/2019 8:41:58 AM ET   Posted By: Bryan

Canon Europe has made firmware Version 1.4.0 for the EOS RP available for download.

Firmware Version 1.4.0 incorporates the following enhancements:

1. The option to capture Full HD movies in the frame rate of 23.98p has been newly added.

2. Support for the RF85mm F1.2 L USM DS lens has been added.

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Post Date: 10/31/2019 7:40:20 AM ET   Posted By: Bryan

From the DJI YouTube Channel:

Introducing DJI’s most compact and portable drone yet. At just 249 grams, the ultralight Mavic Mini delivers a 30-minute max. flight time, 4km HD video transmission, and powerful safety features. Capture every vivid detail in 2.7K Quad HD video and enjoy simplified recording and editing with the new, hyper-intuitive DJI Fly app. Whether you’re trekking through the mountains, enjoying a day at the beach, or just lounging in your own backyard, Mavic Mini was made to elevate the experience.

B&H has the DJI Mavic Mini available for preorder.

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Post Date: 10/31/2019 5:11:36 AM ET   Posted By: Sean
 Wednesday, October 30, 2019

Image quality test results have been added to the Rokinon (Samyang) 20mm f/1.8 ED AS UMC Lens page.

Create your own comparisons.

This lens currently has an instant rebate of, depending on the mount version, up to $160.00.

The Rokinon (Samyang) 20mm f/1.8 ED AS UMC Lens is in stock at B&H | Adorama | Amazon USA | WEX

Rent the Rokinon (Samyang) 20mm f/1.8 ED AS UMC Lens from Lensrentals.

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Post Date: 10/30/2019 9:58:48 AM ET   Posted By: Bryan

From Rokinon:

New AF 14mm F2.8 Full Frame
Compact and Weather Sealed
The World’s First Autofocus 14mm RF Mount Prime

(New York, New York) October 25, 2019 – ROKINON has announced its new AF 14mm F2.8 Full Frame Ultra-Wide Lens specifically designed for Canon RF mount. Its 113.9 degree ultra-wide angle view, is currently the widest available for any autofocus prime lens available for Canon R series mirrorless cameras. ROKINON’s array of wide angle lenses are highly regarded for their high performance, value and affordability, and this AF 14mm is no exception.

Currently, Canon R series camera users have to utilize an EF/EFS type lens plus an expensive mount adapter to enjoy the performance of an autofocusing ultra-wide angle prime lens. The resulting size and weight is not ideal for a mirrorless camera. The new AF ROKINON is designed exclusively to prioritize the user experience of mirrorless cameras. By reducing the length of the flange back, its overall length and weight were also reduced to enhance balance and usability. A reduction in the weight of the focusing lens also allows for faster and quieter AF performance.

Optically, this AF ROKINON 14mm RF mount lens offers a bright f2.8 aperture and a rounded seven blade aperture for pleasing bokeh and star effects. Its 14 element/10 group design utilizes UMC anti-reflective coatings plus six special elements (3 Aspherical, 1 High Refractive Index, and 2 Extra-low Dispersion) to provide minimum distortion and outstanding full frame image quality from corner to corner.

Rokinon AF 14mm f/2.8 Lens for Canon RF Charts

Additional features include a Manual / Auto Focus switch, dust and moisture resistant weather sealing, a built in lens hood, high strength aluminium alloy housing, and a rear filter holder to allow use of gel filters without vignetting.

The AF Rokinon 14mm F2.8 Full Frame ultra-wide for Canon RF mount will be available from authorized Rokinon dealers in December with a MSRP of $799.00.

Rokinon AF 14mm f/2.8 Lens for Canon RF Specs

Preorder the Rokinon AF 14mm f/2.8 Lens for Canon RF at B&H.

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Post Date: 10/30/2019 9:47:14 AM ET   Posted By: Bryan

From DJI:

Take To The Skies With Mavic Mini, DJI’s Lightest And Smallest Foldable Drone

The ultra-light Mavic Mini makes drone flight easier and safer than ever

October 30, 2019 – DJI, the global leader in civilian drones and aerial imaging technology, today opens a new frontier in drone possibilities with the DJI Mavic Mini, an ultra-light folding drone designed to be the everyday FlyCam. Weighing just 249 grams, Mavic Mini is portable, easy to fly, designed for safety and perfect for everyone who wants to experience the fun of flying.

Mavic Mini builds on the technological innovations in DJI’s renowned series of folding Mavic drones, from the original Mavic Pro through Mavic Air and Mavic 2, to pack professional-quality drone features into the lightest possible frame. That puts Mavic Mini in the safest drone category, which in many areas exempts it from regulations that apply to other, heavier drones. Drone pilots must always understand and follow local laws and regulations.

Mavic Mini’s high-grade camera captures compelling footage in high definition, and its new DJI Fly app’s suite of creative features seamlessly transforms photos and videos into professional-quality productions. Its enhanced, stable flight performance provides more opportunities to explore using one of the longest flight times for a drone of its size. Users can unleash their imagination with Mavic Mini’s exciting accessories, including a DIY Creative Kit and a 360° Propeller Guard for added safety.

“To design a drone as lightweight, compact yet capable as Mavic Mini was one of the most challenging projects we’ve ever tackled at DJI,” said Roger Luo, President, DJI. “Distilling top-of-the-line features into a palm-of-your-hand drone is the culmination of years of work, and we are ecstatic to bring a new class of drone to the DJI lineup. Mavic Mini’s long flight time, ultra-light weight and high-quality camera makes it DJI’s everyday drone – and most importantly, it’s easy to fly, no matter your experience level with drones.”

DJI Mavic Mini in Hand

Portable and Safe

Mavic Mini is the smallest and lightest DJI drone ever made, and is the perfect creative tool for life’s daily adventures, whether seeing your everyday world from a new perspective or capturing incredible views of your getaways with friends and family. Mavic Mini incorporates DJI’s renowned safety technology, including geofencing to help drone pilots avoid restricted areas; AeroScope remote identification to help protect sensitive locations; built-in altitude limits; and automatic return to the launch point if the drone loses connection to the controller or reaches critically low battery level.

Mavic Mini is the first DJI drone to weigh below 250 grams, which aviation regulators around the world consider to be safest category for drone flight. In many countries, drones below 250 grams are considered safe enough that they can be used in new and exciting ways. Users should consult their country’s drone laws and regulations to learn more about what they can do there with Mavic Mini.

An Optimal Flight Experience

Created to be the drone for everyone, even those new to drones, Mavic Mini is simple to operate and fly using the dedicated remote controller. The ultra-light design and high-grade motors provide Mavic Mini with up to 30 minutes of flight time, giving users with more time to explore and capture content. A Wi-Fi transmission signal[1] delivers stable control and an HD live feed for a clear, confident flying experience. GPS receivers and downward visual sensors detect the ground below Mavic Mini, enabling precise hovering, stable flying and accurate landing both indoors and out.

Quality Content Captured with Ease

Mavic Mini offers pilots the ability to capture high-quality footage including 2.7K video at 30 frames per second, 1080p at 60 frames per second, or 12-megapixel photographs using the 1/2.3-inch sensor. A three-axis motorized gimbal supports and stabilizes the camera, ensuring the footage is smooth and cinematic, making it perfect for sharing on social media.

Advanced Features Created to Inspire

The new DJI Fly app is intuitively designed, simplifying the flying and content capturing experience so that pilots of all skill levels can make the most of Mavic Mini. Dedicated tutorials are included to help new pilots learn about flying, and pre-set editing templates add a new level of creativity to the footage. New pilots can choose to fly in Position (P) mode for basic operation, more experienced pilots can unlock more capabilities in Sport (S) mode, and content creators can choose CineSmooth (C) mode to lengthen braking time for smoother shots and more cinematic footage. Pilots can also choose from several pre-programmed flight maneuvers known as QuickShots. Simply tap the desired mode and Mavic Mini will automatically create stunning, cinematic content:

  • Rocket - Mavic Mini flies straight up into the air with the camera pointing downward following your subject. Set a height limit of 40, 60, 80, 100, or 120 feet.
  • Circle - Mavic Mini will circle around your subject at a constant altitude and distance.
  • Dronie - Mavic Mini flies backward and upward, with the camera tracking your subject. Set a height limit of 40, 60, 80, 100, or 120 feet.
  • Helix - Mavic Mini flies upward and away, spiraling around your subject. Set a height limit of 40, 60, 80, 100, or 120 feet.

Get Creative with New Accessories

Exciting and unique accessories allows pilots to get the most out of their Mavic Mini. Customers can choose from options including:

  • 360° Propeller Guard: Provides a 360° guard for added safety.
  • Charging Base: Charge and display Mavic Mini with this unique, illuminated station.
  • Propeller Holder: Travel easier with Mavic Mini with the propeller holder that locks the props into place.
  • DIY Creative Kit: Personalize your Mavic Mini with custom stickers or draw your own design.
  • Snap Adapter: Attach a toy building brick or a mini LED display to Mavic Mini to write custom messages.
  • Mini Travel Bag: Bring Mavic Mini everywhere with the custom bag that fits Mavic Mini and the controller perfectly.
  • Two Way Charging Hub: Charge up to three Mavic Mini batteries or use the charging hub as a power bank.

Detailed information on these accessories can be found here: www.dji.com/mavic-mini

Price and Availability

Mavic Mini will be available for pre-order beginning October 30 at store.dji.com, flagship stores and authorized retailers and partners. Mavic Mini will come in two purchase options, the standard version which includes Mavic Mini, remote controller, one battery, extra propellers and all necessary tools and wires for $399 USD. Or the Mavic Mini Fly More Combo which includes all of the components from the standard version with the addition of the 360° Propeller Cage, Two-Way charging Hub, three batteries in total, three sets of extra propellers and a carrying case for the price of $499 USD. Mavic Mini will begin shipping on November 11. Accessories for Mavic Mini will be available for pre-order beginning October 30. For additional information on both Mavic Mini and its accessories, please visit: www.dji.com/mavic-mini

DJI Care Refresh

DJI Care Refresh is now available for Mavic Mini. For an additional $39 USD. DJI Care Refresh offers comprehensive coverage as well as up to two replacement units within one year. Receive your replacement even sooner with DJI Care Refresh Express. DJI Care Refresh also includes VIP after-sales support and free two-way shipping. For a full list of details, please visit: https://www.dji.com/service/djicare-refresh

[1]Mavic Mini Wi-Fi system has a maximum range of 4 km when unobstructed, free of interference, and FCC compliant. Maximum flight range specification is a proxy for radio link strength and resilience. Always fly your drone within visual line of sight unless otherwise permitted and check local laws and regulations in the region being operated.

 
The rather affordable DJI Mavic Mini is available for preorder at B&H.

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Post Date: 10/30/2019 8:39:45 AM ET   Posted By: Bryan

From an email I received from Canon Europe yesterday:

IT'S TIME TO SAY FAREWELL TO IRISTA

Sadly, we’ve decided to close down Irista. We would like to thank you for using it over the years; we hope that you’ve enjoyed the service. Your account will remain unaffected until 31 January 2020, when it will close. On this date, your details and data will be deleted. Before this happens, you can download your photos and videos by following these three simple steps*:

1. Sign in to your Irista Account using your Canon ID,

2. Click the link next to “Download All Photos & Videos”,

3. Download ZIP files to your computer**.

Safely store your downloaded images with Adobe Lightroom (1TB) and enjoy a complimentary 2-month membership***. You can use up to 1 terabyte of storage, as well as edit, organise and share your photos from anywhere. To redeem, click here, and use your unique code: [provided in email]

*You can download your photos and videos on a computer or laptop, not through the app.

**There may be multiple ZIP files depending on the number of photos and videos you have.

***Offer ends 29 October 2020.

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Post Date: 10/30/2019 8:13:42 AM ET   Posted By: Bryan

Canon Inc. has posted their third quarter results for this year.

Presentation Material
3rd Quarter 2019 Results
Supplementary Data

Relevant information from the presentation material:

"In the third quarter, our sales of interchangeable-lens cameras decreased 7% to 980 thousand units due to the impact of market contraction, mainly for entry-level DSLRs. Amid market contraction, price competition surrounding higher-end full-frame models intensified due to the energy that each manufacturer is putting into this segment. In this kind of environment, and due to our stance to prioritize profitability, we posted third-quarter unit sales of higher-end models that were below our plan. However, we did expand sales, mainly for a popularly priced mirrorless camera that has secured the number one market share position, both in and outside of Japan. Furthermore, thanks to positive feedback we have also received for new mid-range cameras, we decided to maintain our full-year unit sales projection."

"As for the full-frame mirrorless camera that we introduced last year, up to and including the third quarter, we have broadened our lineup of dedicated lenses by four in 2019. As a result, we have seen a steady rise in our lens-attach ratio. In the fourth quarter, through the launch of two new lenses, we will solidify the base from which we will expand sales of higher-end mirrorless cameras and use this opportunity to further strengthen activities aimed at accelerating sales."

"Specifically, we will actively expand kit sales, which include higher-end cameras with the new lenses that were launched. Among them, we are seeing strong orders, particularly in North America, for the kit that includes a high-magnification zoom lens which covers a wide-range of image capturing situations from wide-angle to telephoto. On top of this, we are raising the appeal of our products, continuously making improvements to software which has a significant impact on performance, such as making available firmware upgrades that further improves the accuracy of autofocus. On top of these measures, we will work to encourage potential customers to purchase our products with a focus on digital marketing, through such activities as partnering with professional photographers using social media, and distributing videos that highlight the strengths of our optical technology."

"For the professional market, we are steadily enhancing our support system for sporting events, both in Japan and in other markets. And on this front, we are already earning high praise from professional photographers. Additionally, we will respond to the needs of professionals by launching a new flagship model as part of our EOS-1 series at the beginning of next year."

"As for the full-year, although we kept our projection for unit sales unchanged, we expect sales and profit to be below our previous outlook due to changes in product mix and additional investments to expand sales in the fourth quarter."

"As for compact cameras, we kept our previous full-year unit sales projection as our results have been in line with expectations. Even in the shrinking market, we exceeded the third quarter unit sales of last year of premium G series models that offer advanced video features, bringing new young people into our ecosystem. We will continue efforts to expand sales of our G series, which has relatively higher margins, and link this to improved profitability."

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Post Date: 10/30/2019 8:01:34 AM ET   Posted By: Bryan

From Nikon:

Camera Control Pro 2 v.2.29.1

Changes from Version 2.28.2 to 2.29.1

  • Added support for the Z 50.

Download: Camera Control Pro 2 v.2.29.1



Capture NX-D v.1.6.0

Changes from Version 1.5.3 to 1.6.0

  • Added support for the Z 50.
  • Pictures can now be protected.
  • Text can now be entered in text boxes even when multiple color control points are selected.
  • The mouse wheel can now be used to position control point sliders in the preview display, allowing fine adjustments to be made a click at a time.
  • Users can now prioritize speed or quality via Preferences > View > View Images.
  • The drop in thumbnail display speed for cropped images can now be addressed by selecting speed priority.
  • Fixed an issue that resulted in changes in hue when NEF images edited using Capture NX2 were saved in other formats.
  • Fixed an issue that caused the focus point to move if images were cropped or straightened with the focus point hidden.

Download: Capture NX-D v.1.6.0



ViewNX-i v.1.4.0

Changes from Version 1.3.3 to Version 1.4.0

  • Added support for the Z 50.
  • Added keyword-entry assist for XMP/IPTC Information > Tags > Keywords.
  • Folder and file names can now be up to 110 characters long.
  • Larger font sizes are now available via Options > View > Size of Text and Icon.

Download: ViewNX-i v.1.4.0



Wireless Transmitter Utility v.1.9.0

Changes from Versions 1.8.1 to 1.9.0

  • Added support for the Z 50.
  • The Z 7 and Z 6 can now be paired with the computer even if the Wireless Transmitter Utility is launched before a Wi-Fi connection has been established. The same is true of the Z 50.
  • On completing pairing, users can now choose a destination folder and the application used to display transferred images.
  • Added support for online help.

Download: Wireless Transmitter Utility v.1.9.0



Picture Control Utility 2 v.2.4.3

Changes from Version 2.4.2 to 2.4.3

  • Added support for the Z 50.

Download: Picture Control Utility 2 v.2.4.3

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Post Date: 10/30/2019 5:22:03 AM ET   Posted By: Sean
 Tuesday, October 29, 2019

After getting to the Vessel, located in Hudson Yards near the Jacob Javits convention center in Manhattan, New York City, getting in is the next step (though photographing the exterior of this structure is also fun) and getting in requires a ticket. Vessel Tickets are free, but they must be sourced for a particular entry time slot. Tickets are available online, beginning 14 days in advance, and on site (though they can sell out). Reasonably-priced Flex Pass tickets are available up to 6 months in advance and permit one-time entry at any time on that day. If making a big effort to get to this location, it might be worth spending a bit to get this ticket.

Once inside, plan on walking a LOT of steps with 2,500 of them available in 154 flights connected to 80 landings. Even when circling the Vessel at the same level, one must go down and up stairs almost continuously.

From a compositional perspective, the higher the shooting position (the more stairs you climb), the more that stairs and landings are seen in the compositions (as you are inclined to shoot more downward at higher levels). The lower the shooting position, the more that the copper color and reflections tend to be seen. The hexagonal shapes created by the flights of stairs and landings appear largest when photographed with a level camera. A wide range of focal lengths can be used, but ultra-wide-angle focal lengths are really fun to use here. The 15mm focal length was not too wide and I would have used wider if I had it available (the Canon EF 11-24mm f/4L USM Lens would be especially fun here).

Note that this is a "Tripods and selfie sticks are not permitted" location. I didn't have a problem with the selfie stick limitation but would have much appreciated having a tripod to work from. A small amount of (sloped) space available on hand rails enabled use of a Really Right Stuff TFA-01 Ultra Pocket Pod and that along with a BC-18 Microball worked very well, though very close attention was required to ensure the rig did not tip over the edge. There is a conventional round handrail throughout the structure, but it is lower than the sloped edge rail, making the RRS clamp I had along unworkable due to the obstructed view.

I love symmetry in compositions and while this structure makes symmetry available, it is a challenging pursuit. My advice is to frame the scene as symmetrically as possible or make it look like you didn't try to do so. Either can look great, but a nearly symmetrical image can appear sloppy. Centering the camera on a landing (watch the floor and railing tiles for centering clues) and ensuring that it is level is a good start to obtaining symmetry. Fine-tuning may still be required and even if great care is taken in the field, fine-tuning may still be required during post production.

This location can be photographed at any time of the day. However, the later the night got, the more I liked the results. The black sky allowed reflections on the structure to pop. Aircraft (a police helicopter is landing in this image) and vehicle lights can be streaked through the frame after dark. Fewer people were visiting and the longer exposures permitted by the darkness allowed the people still there to be erased via their movement. Using strong ND filters is a good mid-day option for obtaining long exposures. Especially on the higher levels, there are vibrations from people walking, especially when going up and down stairs. Long exposures can be surprisingly sharp when the vibrations are a short percentage of the overall exposure.

Another strategy for removing people from the composition is to capture multiple images, later blending them to show portions of the frame without people. Perhaps visiting on a bad weather (think cold, rain, etc.) weekday might gain solitude. Additional options include embracing the naturally occurring people and taking someone along that you want in your photo (environmental portraits).

If the sun is visible, capture it peeking through the structure using a narrow aperture to create a star effect (wide aperture lenses often work best for this). I planned to capture the sunset in the background on this afternoon but ... heavy clouds canceled that show.

The elevator rails will likely end up in your wide-angle images, so use them compositionally. Try centering the rails and also angling them through the side of the frame. Observe the buildings in the background varying as the structure is circled. Give consideration to what they look like in the composition. The blue lights shining upward from the bottom of the structure can be utilized in the frame. In this case, a narrow aperture turned them into a rather wild-looking bright blue star.

I managed to spend 4 hours at the Vessel before a phone call pulled me away from the fun. The take-home from this shoot was very good and it was difficult to select one image to share.

The image I've chosen here simply would not be the same if captured at 16mm. I carried the Canon EOS R and RF 15-35mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens, the only combination I ended up using, along with some other options in a MindShift Gear BackLight 18L. This backpack was perfect for this need.


A larger version of this image is available on Flickr.

 
Camera and Lens Settings
15mm  f/16.0  30s
ISO 100
6696 x 4464px
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Post Date: 10/29/2019 7:00:00 AM ET   Posted By: Bryan

From Nikon:

SB-5000 Firmware v.14.004

Changes from Firmware Version 14.003 to 14.004

  • In support of the NIKKOR Z 58mm f/0.95 S Noct lens, the product can now display an aperture of f/0.95.

Download: SB-5000 Firmware v.14.004



WR-1 Firmware v.1.03

Changes from Firmware Version 1.02 to 1.03

  • In support of the NIKKOR Z 58mm f/0.95 S Noct lens, the product can now be used to set aperture to, and to display an aperture of, f/0.95.

Download: WR-1 Firmware v.1.03

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Post Date: 10/29/2019 5:15:50 AM ET   Posted By: Sean
 Monday, October 28, 2019

I was able to spend some time with a production Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens last week. All first impressions leave me thinking it is as awesome as we expected it to be.

The build quality of this lens feels superb, at least as good as the white telephoto L lenses you've used before.

I've seen RF 70-200 mock-ups prior to holding a production model but holding this lens in your hands really drives home how compact and light it is. New for a 70-200 L lens is that this model extends, allowing it to become considerably shorter at 70mm than the previous models. The volume difference noticed especially in a backpack is huge. With a retracted length of 5.75" (146mm), it will fit upright into many lens backpack/case slots. The extending portion of the lens feels solid with very little play.

The zoom ring is very smooth with the normal L-grade feel.

The lightweight tripod ring is not riding on steel bearings and the friction fit is not especially smooth during rotation. I originally feared that the compact tripod ring would have too much flex, but reality is that it is very solid, impressively so for the size. Replacement lens feet will require the entire ring to be replaced.

Image quality will be of utmost importance and to help with that early assessment, I've uploaded some full-size images for you to review. Keep in consideration that the models being photographed in these images were moving constantly. The handheld shutter speed was 1/500 (marginal for the action) and the lighting was not optimal, changing in brightness and often strongly-colored for effect (do not use these images for critique of color rendering). While these are not lab-grade samples, the results are still quite impressive.

Be sure to observe the sharp plane of focus for your judgments. Note the faces of the models are considerably off-center, showing performance toward the periphery of the image circle. All images were processed in DPP using the standard picture style with sharpness strength set to "2" (0-10 scale) with all lens corrections disabled. Images were saved as 70-quality JPGs in Photoshop. ISO settings were mid-level (not optimal for image quality discernment, light noise reduction has been applied (2,3 or 3,3) and I opted to brighten all images shared here (see setting and adjustments listed for each image). Still, I think you will like what you see.

200mm f/2.8

In a 70-200mm lens, I expect the 200mm focal length to deliver the softest results. Thus, I was especially interested to see how 200mm performed in this lens. The first example was captured at ISO 1000 and processed with +0.33 EV. Click on the image to download the full size file.

Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens 200mm Sample Picture

Check out the sharpness of the model's face and follow the sharpness of the dress circles along the plane of sharp focus.

The second example was captured at ISO 1200 and processed with +0.67 EV. Again, click on the image to download the full size file.

Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens 200mm Sample Picture 2

Again, check out the sharpness of the model's face and follow the sharpness of the black sweater along the plane of sharp focus. Also, check out the lack of color fringing that would be made apparent in the foreground and background blur of the white hairpiece and the reflective silver pieces on the dress.

70mm f/2.8

The 70mm focal length is also important and it is the other full extent of the zoom range, potentially another weak point. While the details being rendered smaller in the frame is disadvantageous from an apparent-sharpness perspective, the results still look great. Look at the netting in the hat. This example was captured at ISO 500 and processed with +0.82 EV.

Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens 70mm Sample Picture

Preorder

Along with the RF 15-35mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens and RF 24-70mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens, the RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens completes the very impressive Canon RF mount lens trinity. Get your Canon EOS R or EOS RP and get in line.

The Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens is available for preorder at B&H | Adorama | Amazon USA | WEX

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Post Date: 10/28/2019 10:13:33 AM ET   Posted By: Bryan

From the TamronVids YouTube Channel:

Pro Photographer Teal Garcia uses her Tamron 35mm F/1.8 model F012 to photograph timeless, intimate family photos.

B&H carries the Tamron SP 35mm f/1.8 Di VC USD Lens.

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Post Date: 10/28/2019 6:10:02 AM ET   Posted By: Sean
 Sunday, October 27, 2019

Image quality test results have been added to the Rokinon SP 10mm f/3.5 Lens page.

The 10mm full frame focal length angle of view is extraodinarily wide.

Here is the Rokinon SP 10mm f/3.5 Lens in comparison with the Canon EF 11-24mm f/4L USM Lens.

The Rokinon SP 10mm f/3.5 Lens is in stock at B&H | Adorama | WEX

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Post Date: 10/27/2019 7:10:50 AM ET   Posted By: Bryan
 Friday, October 25, 2019

Along with Image quality test results, vignetting, flare, and distortion test results along with specs, measurements, eye candy, and standard product images are available on the Canon RF 24-240mm F4-6.3 IS USM Lens page.

That said, note that this lens has distortion correction being mandatorily applied.

I've been using this lens on my recent travels and can tell you that having this 10x zoom range mounted is extremely convenient.

The Canon RF 24-240mm F4-6.3 IS USM Lens is in stock at B&H | Adorama | Amazon USA | WEX

Rent the Canon RF 24-240mm F4-6.3 IS USM Lens from Lensrentals.

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Posted to: Canon News   Category: Camera Gear Review News
Post Date: 10/25/2019 6:06:00 AM ET   Posted By: Bryan
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