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How to Set Up the Sony A7S for Video

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Want learn all the ins and outs for shooting video with the Sony A7S? In the above video, Philip Bloom walks through his A7S settings during a workshop at B&H Photo. The video clocks in at 41 minutes but there is a lot to cover in this powerful new shooter. So, if you are new to the A7S, it is a great watch.

Think Tank Photo Perception Backpacks Now Available

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Think Tank Photo Perception Backpack Line

The recently announced Think Tank Photo Perception backpacks for mirrorless cameras are now available.

The Perception series comes in two colors, black and taupe, and three sizes.  The smallest size, The Perception Tablet, accommodates a mirrorless system and an iPad Mini. The largest size, the Perception Pro, holds a 15″ laptop and a 10″ tablet, plus one mirrorless body or small DSLR with a small to medium zoom attached (lens hood reversed).  Plus, the largest size fits four to five more lenses or a large GoPro kit.

Check them out here on Think Tank Photo’s website.

Lensbaby 5.8mm f/3.5 Circular Fisheye Lens Available in Additional Mounts

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Lensbaby 5.8mm f3.5 Circular Fisheye Lens

Previously released for Canon and Nikon APS-C mounts, the Lensbaby 5.8mm f/3.5 Circular Fisheye lens is now available in several more mounts.

New mount options include Micro Four Thirds, Sony E, Pentax K, Samsung NX and Sony A mounts. The lens retails for $299.95. Check it out here at B&H Photo.

Sony Announces A7 II U.S. Availability

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Sony A7 II

Earlier this month, Sony announced the new A7 II but only for the Japan market. Today, Sony has officially provided details on the A7 II for the US.

The camera will ship in the US on December 9 for $1700 for the body only and $2000 with the 28-70mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS lens. Recall that the A7 II has built-in 5-axis stabilization for its full frame sensor.

You can read more details about the A7 II here.

Also, the camera is now available for pre-order here at B&H Photo.

Also, the new Sony 70-300 f/4.5-5.6 G SSM II lens for Sony A-mount cameras is coming to the US in February 2015 for $1148. Check it out here at B&H Photo.