This crappy camera could be the future of photography

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It’s no secret that I would be delighted if Sony were to open up its operating system to third-party applications. I could trigger a viral and important boost for usability and creativity. Imagine if apps like Instagram, Youtube, movie simulations and Google Backup were integrated directly into your menu. Overall, I think camera manufacturers should “speak the language” of the younger generation who demand instant usability and connectivity.

I don’t know if running Android would be a way to respond to those demands. There is only one company doing that at the moment and it’s not really working perfectly:

You can buy the Yongnuo YN455 MFT cameras for under $1,000 on eBay. But reviewers don’t see to be super impressed by the implementation:

Nevertheless, I believe that a more serious approach could pay off handsomely. Don’t you agree with me?

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Sony 50-150mm f/2.0 GM lens specs!

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I got some additional Sony 50-150mm f/2.0 GM lens specs:

  • Weight: 1340g
  • Length: 200mm
  • 50-150 2.0 GM is slightly bigger than the Tamron 35-150mm f/2.0
  • It’s white(!)
  • shipment start: beginning of June
  • Price: 4400 Euro

So this lens will be a bit heavier, bigger and a lot more expensive than the Tamron 35-150mm f/2.0 (which, by the way, is on super-discount at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama). Of course the Sony is expected to have superior image quality, autofocus performance and the f/2.0 constant aperture will be useful in video and for extreme bokeh fanatics ;)

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Coming soon: New Brightin Star 12mm f/2.8 Full Frame lens

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This is a non fisheye lens with the following specs:

  • 11 groups of 15 elements
  • 5 aperture blades
  • rear 34mm filter
  • minimum focusing distance 0.24m
  • almost zero distortion design
  • lens body size 70.1*96.5mm
  • weighing only about 550g
  • Sony E/Nikon Z/Canon RF and Leica L mount versions

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$200 discount on the excellent Sigma 500mm f/5.6 FE lens

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There is a new $200 rebate on the Sigma 500mm FE lens sold by BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama.

More hot deals:

Sony A7IV with lowest price ever:

The big Lexar, Sandisk, Nextorage and WD storage deals are live on those pages at Amazon and BHphoto. Some examples:

  • 18% off on the WD 24TB Elements Desktop External Hard Drive at Amazon and BHphoto.
  • Nextorage’s launched a new NAB Special Promotion at BHphoto and Amazon. Deals end on April 13:
  • 15% off on the 1TB Sandisk SD card at Amazon and BHphoto.
  • 16% off on the SanDisk 4TB Extreme PRO Portable SSD at Amazon and BHphoto.
  • 23% off on the SanDisk 512GB Extreme PRO V90 SD card at Amazon and BHphoto.
  • Up to 40% off on Lexar SD/CF cards and storage at Amazon and BHphoto.
  • Up to 37% off on Sandisk SD cards and storage at Amazon and BHphoto.

Sony FX rebates:

Albert Dros course rebates:

Tamron lens rebates:

  • Tamron USA launched their new the E-mount lens rebates you can find on those pages at BHphoto, Amazon, Adorama.

Topaz rebates:

Preorder now to SAVE prices before the tariff increases:

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Blackmagic is the first camera manufacturer to announce price increases due to the new tariffs

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Blackmagic writes:

We wanted to post a quick note on USA prices and the new government tariff changes.
Most products in the USA have increased and please check our web site for details. DaVinci Resolve and Blackmagic Cloud prices remain the same. It’s also worth noting the price increases only affect the US and prices in other counties are currently unchanged.
http://bmd.link/cx7oE7

I have also heard first stories about Sony repair services being delayed because of a sudden price increase o parts. Let’s see if and when we will see price increases on E-mount gear too.

UPDATE: This incredible drama took another turn:

  • China tariffs have been raised to 125%
  • The rest of thew world gets the basic 10% tariff rate for 90 days

Still, Amazon has canceled orders for multiple products made in China and other Asian countries, suggesting the company is reducing its exposure to tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump.

Again, if you have on your mind to buy some gear I would act NOW to avoid the risk of paying a premium. Preorder now to SAVE prices before the tariff increases:

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