Eric Reagan

Canon 7D Mark II Firmware Version 1.5

September 18, 2015 By Eric Reagan

Canon has released a firmware update for the EOS 7D Mark II. Firmware version 1.5 provides the following fixes: [Read more…]

Canon EOS 1D C Firmware ver. 1.4.0 Available

September 18, 2015 By Eric Reagan

Canon has announced a firmware update for the EOS 1D C cinema camera. Firmware version 1.4.0 provides for the following fix: [Read more…]

Sony RX100 IV 4K SLOG2 and Slow Motion Sample Videos

September 17, 2015 By Eric Reagan

I’m working on a full review for the Sony RX100 IV but I’ll share a couple of video samples shot with the camera using the SLOG2 profile in 4K and a variety of slow motion frame rates. Above, you see a run-through of ungraded and graded clips (starting with the SLOG2 LUT) for a variety of low-light scenes. [Read more…]

Sony A7S II Now Available for Pre-Order

September 17, 2015 By Eric Reagan

The recently-announced Sony A7S II is now available for pre-order with shipping starting on October 16. Pre-orders are shipped on a first come, first served basis. Recall that the A7S II adds 4K internal recorder and 5-axis image stabilization on the sensor like its sibling A7R IIand A7 II models. You can pre-order now here at B&H Photo.

Canon EOS 80D Rumors Picking Up

September 17, 2015 By Eric Reagan

It’s been over two years since the Canon 70D was introduced. I can’t believe it’s been that long, but the 70D was introduced in July 2013. It was the first of the new range of higher MP cameras (up from the long line of 18MP cameras in Canon’s APS-C range – including Rebels). [Read more…]

Atomos Ninja 2 Price Drops to $295

September 16, 2015 By Eric Reagan

Atomos has dropped the price of its Ninja 2 HDMI recorder from $695 to $295. As Atomos continues to push its 4K product line out, these HD ProRes and DNxHR recorders are hitting bargain basement prices. [Read more…]

MindShift Gear BackLight 26L Photo Daypack Unveiled

September 16, 2015 By Eric Reagan

MindShift Gear has released a new outdoors backpack, the BackLight 26L. As with other MindShift Gear bags, you can access your gear without taking the backpack completely off. [Read more…]

Canon EOS 1D X Firmware ver. 2.0.8 Released

September 16, 2015 By Eric Reagan

Canon has issued a firmware update for the EOS 1D X. Firmware version 2.0.8 provides the following fix:

Fixes a phenomenon which occurs when the “Shutter button half-press” menu item, configured in “C.Fn5: Operation” > “Custom Controls Menu”, is set to metering start only; depending on when the shutter button is half-pressed, it may initiate AutoFocus.

You can download the firmware update here on Canon’s website.

Deal: Nikon 14-24mm f/2.8G ED Lens for $1399

September 16, 2015 By Eric Reagan

ebay (via Red Tag Camera) has the Nikon 14-24mm f/2.8G ED lens for $1399.95 (reg. $1999.95) in limited quantity and expiring later today. Check it out while it lasts here on ebay.

Note: This is likely a gray market item with no USA warranty. ebay seller Red Tag Camera has a 99.9% positive feedback rating at the time of this post.

The Papal Visit is a NO DRONE ZONE

September 15, 2015 By Eric Reagan

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The FAA has issued a prohibition on flying any drones during the Papal Visit from September 22-27 in Washington, D.C., New York and Philadelphia. [Read more…]