You can now preorder the new Sigma 24-70mm FE lens at BHphoto, Adorama, FocusCamera. WexUK. The price is very low …hurray! Hard to recommend the Sony GM now…if the lens is as good as Sigma marketing claims to be.
What’s also good is that the lens will already start to ship out in exactly 1 month!
DxO published the full Sony A7rIV tests results. The camera scores about the same as the A7rIII:
Despite the challenges posed by the increase in pixel count, Sony’s latest addition to the high-resolution A7R series, the A7R IV, continues to deliver excellent dynamic range, particularly at low ISOs, while also delivering very good color discrimination and control over noise. While the technological advances are impressive, it’s not quite enough to put the sensor’s performance ahead of rival, lower-pixel-count devices overall. However, the increase in pixel count to 61.2MP, making it the highest currently available in 35mm full-frame format, is certainly compelling. When you combine that with the upgraded AF and other refinements, such as its higher-res EVF, robust build, and improved ergonomics, the Sony A7R IV is one of the most—perhaps the most—capable and versatile high-res 35mm full-frame cameras available.
Sony A7rIV and new accessories:
Sony A7rIV in USA/CA at BHphoto, Adorama, FocusCamera, Amazon, Henrys.
Sony A7rIV in EU at Calumet DE, ParkUK, WexUK, Calumet NL.
Sony A7rIV in Asia at Sony Japan. Sony Australia.
Sony VG-C4EM grip in USA at BHphoto, Adorama, Amazon, FocusCamera, ParkUK, WexUK.
ECM-B1M Digital Audio Shotgun Microphone at BHphoto, Park UK.
XLR-K3M Mic at BHphoto, Park UK.
The Sigma 35mm f/1.2 FE is the fastest autofocus E-mount lens yet
There is a new Sigma patent that will make you jump pf the chair :)
It describes the design of three f/1.2 fast 50mm, 40mm and 35mm primes for Full frame mirrorless camera. Now, we already got the 35mm f/1.2 so I am pretty confident that we will also get this new 50mm f/1.2.
The third design describes the 40mm f/1.2 but I am unsure if this one will be made for real.
Here is the 50mm f/1.2 lens design with specs:
Focal length: 50.99 mm
F no: 1.25
2ω : 45.97
Image height: 21.63 mm
Lens length: 154.20 mm
Here is the 40mm f/1.2 lens design with specs:
Focal length: 41.35 mm
F no: 1.26
2ω : 57.17
Image height: 21.63 mm
Lens length: 157.00 mm
Compared to the current Sigma 35mm f/1.2 FE lens this new 50mm FE would be nearly 2cm longer. Quite a beast!
via Hi Lows Note
Sony Japan issued this new press statement (google translated):
In some products of our FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM “SEL1635GM” lens for our digital single-lens camera α ™ [E mount] released on July 28, 2017, the camera is operated when this lens is installed. It has been confirmed that events such as not accepting may occur.
Therefore, we will inspect and repair the target product free of charge. Please confirm the following contents and contact us. You can also apply from this website.
We apologize for any inconvenience or inconvenience caused to customers who use the product. Thank you for your continued patronage of our products.
Record
■ Target products
Lens for digital single-lens camera α ™ [E mount]
FE 16-35mm F2.8 GM “ SEL1635GM ”
■ Target serial number
Part of 1800502 to 1823192
■ Event
Camera does not accept operation when this lens is attached
Camera screen does not display properly when this lens is attached
■ Contents
We will inspect and repair the target lens free of charge.
■ How to check the serial number
The serial number is written on the model nameplate attached to the side of the lens.
How to check the serial number
■ Confirmation of target product by serial number
Enter the 7-digit serial number in the “Application from the web (collection repair)” below and press the “Confirm / Application screen” button to check if the product you are using is eligible.
* If applicable, the “Returning Repair” request page opens. You can fill in the necessary information and apply for “take-over repair” (can be canceled and applied at a later date).
* If not applicable, the message “Product with the entered serial number is not covered by this case” will be displayed.
For the first time in months the Sony FE 200-600mm now in Stock at Amazon and FocusCamera.
Here is how you can use this lens…for street photography :)
You can download it at Sony UK.
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