Digital Camera News, Reviews and Tips
The new Nikon D600 has a couple of rebates available for the kits that include either the 24-85mm f/3.5-5.6 VR lens or the 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6 VR lens at $100 off and $150 off, respectively. These instant rebates expire November 17, 2012.
Check out the deals at B&H Photo via the links below.
Nikon D600 + 24-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR Lens $2,596 after $100 instant rebate
Nikon D600 + 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR Lens $2,996 after $150 instant rebate
Canon has a number of new instant rebates for a ton of lenses in its line-up. These rebates are valid through December 1, 2012. [UPDATE: Extended through Jan. 5, 2013.]
Check out the full list below. [Read more…]
Rather than using Photoshop trickery, Ford commissioned master of disguise Liu Bolin to paint cars into the background to convey the message that the new Fusion makes other midsize sedans disappear as part of the 2013 Ford Fusion ad campaign.
Check out the timelapse BTS video below to see how the real world content-aware fill was put together. [Read more…]
Canon has taken the wraps off a pair of new stabilized lens – the EF 24-70mm f/4L IS USM and EF 35mm f/2 IS USM, priced at $1500 and $850, respectively. Both should be available in December 2012.
B&H Photo has pre-orders up for both lenses at the following links:
Check out the details below. [Read more…]
The Nikon D5200 is a new entry-level DSLR with a 24MP CMOS sensor and the ability to capture 1080p HD video. The D5200 replaces the aging D5100 with what looks to be solid upgrades all the way around.
In addition to the increased resolution, the D4200 also adds an improved AF system, a side-articulating LCD screen and WiFi compatibility by virtue of the new Nikon WU-1a WiFi module.
More details in the press release below. [Read more…]
The recently-rumored Canon EF 24-70mm f/4L IS has been confirmed through an image and spec leak alongside a new EF 35mm f/2 IS lens. Additionally, the EF 24-70mm f/4L IS lens will be a kit lens for the Canon 6D, which should ship in December. Apparently, the rumored 50mm f/1.4 IS lens will not be making its way out this round.
The EF 24-70mm f/4L IS lens may end up replacing the current 24-105mm f/4L IS as the defacto kit lens for other full frame DSLRs going forward. That’s just speculation; however, the lenses completely overlap. Of course, some will deride a decision to go with the shorter lens as compared to the longer reach offered by the 24-105mm version; however, there’s no denying the reduced footprint and weight around your neck offered by the 24-70mm f/4L IS.
The 24-70mm f/4L IS lens is believed to weigh only 600g, while the 24-105mm f/4L IS weighs in at 670g. Likewise, the 24-70 is believed to be 93mm max length, while the 24-105 max length is 107mm. [Read more…]
Amazon now has the Sony A99 in stock and shipping. The A99 is still trickling in and out of availability as it has started hitting store shelves. Check it out here at Amazon.com.
The Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM has been around for a long time; however, new rumors point to a possible replacement with Image Stabilization coming in the near future. A rumored price point of $799 has been suggested (compare to $339 for the current version with rebates).
Additionally, pricing of $849 for the rumored Canon EF 24-70mm f/4L IS lens has been thrown out as well.
Which lens do you want to see more?
[via Canon Rumors]
It’s time for our weekly break from the gear for a few minutes so we can enjoy another round of reader photos from the Photography Bay Flickr Group.
Check out the rest of the photos below. [Read more…]
RED has dropped prices on its EPIC, Scarlet and ONE cameras in what seems to be a response to increasing competition in the video markets – although RED tips the reason as lower production costs and improve efficiency.
Here’s how the new pricing breaks down: [Read more…]