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SanDisk Unveils 200GB microSDXC Card

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SanDisk 200GB microSDXC Card

SanDisk has announced a new 200GB microSDXC UHS-I card designed for mobile devices, besting the size of its previously largest 128GB card.

The new card delivers of to 90MB/s read speed (unknown write speed) and will be available in the second quarter of 2015 for $399.99.

microSD cards are growing at a bigger rate than any other memory card format thanks to mobile devices. According to IDC, seven out of 10 images captured by consumers are from smartphones and tablets.

Canon 6D Gets Price Drop & Instant Rebate for Final Price of $1399

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The Canon 6D just dropped in price by another $100, bringing the retail price down to $1699. Additionally, Canon is offering a $300 instant rebate on the 6D, which brings it down $1399 right now. Check it out here at B&H Photo.

Similar price drops and rebates are available for the 6D with 24-105mm IS STM kit and 6D with 24-105mm f/4L IS USM kit.

Canon 5D Mark III Gets Major Price Drop and Instant Savings

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Canon has brought the MAP (minimum advertised price) of the 5D Mark III down to $2799, which effectively becomes the new “retail” price. Additionally, the price drop comes in conjunction with a $300 instant savings for a limited time, which means you can buy the Canon 5D Mark III today at $2499 from US retailers. Check it out here at B&H Photo.

Likewise, the Canon 5D Mark III kit with the EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM lens gets a corresponding price drop and instant savings rebate – making it $3099. Check it out here at B&H Photo.

Both deals also include 2% rewards from B&H, as well as several other freebies.

Booq Python Slimpack Camera Bag Review

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The Booq Python Slimpack is a compact backpack that can handle a decent-sized DSLR kit. It is a comfortable bag to wear – with more than adequate padding on the shoulder straps and back contact points.

The Python Slimpack is made with a rugged, ballistic nylon exterior with a water-repellant coating. It has a top opening for quick access to a camera and lens. The main compartment, however, is completely concealed with access only via the back panel. As a result, you have to completely remove the bag from your shoulders in order to gain access to additional lenses or camera bodies. [Read more…]

Canon 7D Mark II Review

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The Canon 7D Mark II is going to sit on the APS-C throne for Canon over next few years. It has been a hot topic of discussion since it was first announced and initial impressions of the camera have been very positive.

I have used the camera for a couple of months and have been very impressed with most aspects of the camera. While there is no one feature that is a “Wow!” factor when you look at the Canon 7D Mark II’s spec sheet, all of the little things start to add up for a solid-performing camera born from the pedigree of the original Canon 7D. [Read more…]