New Sony rebates in the USA

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Save up to $600 on Sony gear sold at BHphoto, Adorama and Amazon. Some special mentions:

Cameras:

Lenses:

Accessories:

This is the lowest price ever on the excellent Tamron 70-180mmf /2.8 sold by Amazon US (Click here). Grab it if this has always been on your wishlist!

Reminder: The German company SPINN launched the new generation Water resistant wrapper on Kickstarter (Click here). It now has an extra barrier that now also protects your equipment against wet conditions!

Still available for preorder:
Light Meter Lit Duo 1 on Kickstarter (Click here).
PGYtech new customizable Outdoor Photography Backpack on Kickstarter (Click here).

 

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Sony is slowly ending the IMX sensor lineup and rebranding existing products to Lytia series

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Yogesh Brar spotted an interesting news! He writes:

Sony is slowly ending the IMX sensor lineup and rebranding existing products to Lytia series
Eg. IMX890 is now LYT701
IMX882 is LYT600
Expect Sony to completely shift to LYT lineup by 2026

DClife noted this:

If you look at the official Sony Semiconductor Solutions website , you will see that the brand page for the “LYTIA” mobile image sensor, which unleashes creativity, has already been launched.

LYTIA is the culmination of Sony’s “technology” and “passion” that has been driving innovation in image sensors for over half a century and has been behind the newly pioneered culture of smartphone photography. Going forward, we will continue to combine LYTIA with other cutting-edge technologies such as AI and AR to create a future where everyone can enjoy a more creative life than ever before.

It’s clear that they want to highlight the Artificial technology on their latest sensor generation. So maybe that’s why they though it would be worth to rebrand.

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Albert Dros: Do you REALLY need the newest gear to take great photos?

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Albert Dros writes:

You probably already know the answer to the title of this article. But there is so much more to it that I want to talk about. Throughout my photography journey I have used many pieces of gear: both cameras and lenses. And especially the last 7 years or so, I have been fortunate to use mostly the newest Sony cameras and lenses as a Sony ambassador. But this has not always been the case. And I have taken some of my ‘best’ photos with older cameras and lenses. In this article, I want to take you back to where I came from and my journey through gear, and my current thoughts about using the newest gear for my photos.

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Now available for preorder: New Artra Lab Nocty 50mm f/1.2 E-mount Lens

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You can now preorder this nee manual focusing f/1.2 Full Frame lens on Artralab.hk (Click here and select the E-mount option).

Lenses Specification
Product Name ARTRA LAB Nocty 50mm F1.2
Focal Length 50mm
Maximum Aperture F1.2
Minimum Aperture F16
Optical Design 8 Element in 6 Groups
Angle of View 46°
Diaphragm Blades 11 Blades
Nearest focusing distance 0.35m
Filter Thread Φ 52mm
Lens Diameter 72mm
Lens Height 83mm
Weight 560g
Lens Mount Sony E , Nikon Z, Fuji X
Full Frame Full Frame
Lenses Material Body Aluminium Alloy
Lens Mount Brass
Lens Coating Low Reflective Multila

Key Features:

 Stunning Bokeh: With an ultra-wide f/1.2 aperture, the NOCTY creates a breathtaking bokeh that isolates your subject with a dreamlike quality, perfect for portrait photography and artistic compositions.

 Exceptional Low Light Performance: Whether you’re shooting in dimly lit environments or capturing the night sky, the NOCTY excels in low light, delivering sharp and vivid images with minimal noise.

 Vintage Aesthetic: The lens’s design is inspired by classic optics, offering a vintage look that complements its modern performance. It’s not just a lens, it’s a statement piece for your camera kit.

 Precision Engineering: Built with meticulous attention to detail, the LunaLumen features premium glass elements that reduce aberrations and enhance contrast, ensuring every shot is as sharp as it is beautiful.

 Versatile 50mm Focal Length: Ideal for a wide range of photography styles, from street photography to portraits and landscapes, the 50mm focal length offers a natural perspective that’s easy to work with.

Why Choose Artralab NOCTY?

The ARTRA LAB NONIKKOR 50mm F1.2 NOCTY isn’t just another lens—it’s a gateway to a new level of creative freedom. Designed for those who push the boundaries of visual storytelling, it combines modern optical technology with an artistic touch, giving you the tools to create images that resonate.

Whether you’re a seasoned professional or an aspiring photographer, the LunaLumen’s unique character and exceptional performance will inspire you to see the world differently and capture it in ways you never thought possible.

 

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Sony announcement on August 28! We will get the new 85mm f/1.4 GM II

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According to multiple trusted sources Sony will have a product announcement event on August 28. For sure we are getting the new Sony 85mmf /1.4 GM II I already leaked in my previous posts.

Sources did not get any info about possible additional products coming on that day. So for now it seems this is all we are getting. The same sources told me that right after we should get a new FX camera (likely FX9 successor) and a new 24-70mm f/2.0 GM lens. After that the first Alpha camera which is definitely NOT the Sony A7V ;)

 

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