Sony’s long-awaited FE 400mm f/2.8 GM OSS lens has been unveiled and looks like it will be a solid option for sports shooters, weighing in at 6 lbs. and touted for its hand-holdability with the Sony A9 and A7 series. [Read more…]
Canon 400mm f/4L DO IS II USM Lens Hands-On at Photokina
Matt Granger is back with a hands-on look at another new piece of Canon gear – the EF 400mm f/4L DO IS II USM lens. [Read more…]
Canon Adds 3 New Lenses: EF 400mm f/4 DO IS II USM, EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM and EF-S 24mm f/2.8 STM
Ahead of Photokina 2014, Canon has announced three new lenses – the EF 400mm f/4 DO IS II USM, EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM and EF-S 24mm f/2.8 STM. [Read more…]
Nikon AF-S 400mm f/2.8E FL ED VR Lens & TC-14E III Available for Pre-Order
The new Nikon AF-S 400mm f/2.8E FL ED VR lens & TC-14E III teleconverter are now available for pre-order and will ship later this month on August 28. Both were announced back in May 2014. You can find the Nikon AF-S 400mm f/2.8E FL ED VR lens here at B&H Photo. [Read more…]
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 400mm f/2.8E FL ED VR Lens Announced for $12K
Nikon has announced its new AF-S NIKKOR 400mm f/2.8E FL ED VR lens as a follow up to the popular Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 400mm f/2.8G ED VR lens (at $9k).
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 400mm f/2.8E FL ED VR Feature Highlights
- New professional grade telephoto option for professional and passionate photographers
- Nearly two pounds lighter, yet more durable than its predecessor; ideal for shooting sports, action and wildlife
- Improved AF, exposure accuracy and speed.
- Vibration Reduction (VR) technology with up to four stops of image stabilization
- Contains two fluorite elements, two Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) glass elements and Nano Crystal Coat
- Features an electronic diaphragm, allowing for stable exposure even during high speed shooting
- Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/22
- VR Image Stabilization with Sport Mode
- Silent Wave Motor and MF Override
- Fluorine-Coated Front Meniscus Element
- Weather-Resistant Magnesium Alloy Barrel
- Removable Monopod Collar
The new 400mm lens will be available in August 2014 for $11,999.95. Check it out here at B&H Photo.
Canon EF 400mm f/5.6L IS Coming Soon?
Recent rumors suggest that a new version of the popular Canon EF 400mm f/5.6L IS lens might be coming soon. Reports note that the current version, which has been around since 1993, is difficult to source, which could mean supply is being neutered in preparation for the next version of this lens.
[via Northlight]
Nikon Patent Applications Surface for 600mm f/4 and 400mm f/2.8 Lenses
A couple of interesting patent applications have surfaced for new Nikon 600mm f/4 and 400mm f/2.8 lenses. The current versions of these lenses (the Nikkor 400mm f/2.8G and the 600mm f/4G) will be 7 years old in 2014. [Read more…]
New Canon EF 400mm f/5.6L Rumored for Photokina 2012
Northlight Images has word that Canon may be introducing an updated version of the EF 400mm f/5.6L lens prior to Photokina 2012. This lens has been around for quite a while and it is relatively affordable for an L-series telephoto lens. It will be interesting to see whether Canon puts an Image Stabilization system in the new version if the rumors are true and just how much the price will rise over the current version.
New Canon 300mm and 400mm f/2.8 Lenses In Stock
Canon EF 400mm f/2.8L IS II USM Telephoto Lens
B&H Photo has the two new Canon telephoto lenses in stock. Hit the links below to get a closer look.
Canon EF 300mm f/2.8L IS II USM
Canon EF 400mm f/2.8L IS II USM
Canon Updates New Lens Availability
Today, Canon announced updated availability dates for five of its delayed EF lenses.
- Canon EF 8-15mm f/4L Fisheye USM lens is scheduled to be available in late July 2011
- Canon EF 300mm f/2.8L IS II USM lens is scheduled to be available in late August 2011
- Canon EF 400mm f/2.8L IS II USM lens is scheduled to be available in late August 2011
- Canon EF 500mm F4L IS II USM lens is scheduled to be available in December 2011
- Canon EF 600mm F4L IS II USM lens is also scheduled to be available in December 2011