Digital Camera News, Reviews and Tips
Canon Rumors is predicting next week as a for sure thing for the Canon 5D Mark II replacement. Presumably, it will be called the 5D Mark III; however, there have been rumblings that Canon will go with the 5D X name and apparently play off the recent release of the 1D X.
Semantics about naming schemes aside, below is what’s supposed to be the actual specs for the 5D III/X. [Read more…]
Canon Rumors says that February 28 looks like the big day for a camera announcement from Canon. Craig is calling for “a full frame camera” although the exact model name is unknown to date. [Read more…]
Nikon Rumors uncovered an interesting little tidbit regarding the dealer pricing of the Nikon D800 in the US.
The D800 that your dealer sells to you for $3000 cost the dealer $2700, while the D800E sells for $3300 and cost the dealer $2970 – a markup of 11% and 10%, respectively. Accessories, however, are a different ball game altogether…
[via Nikon Rumors]
Canon USA has issued an update on the availability of its 500mm f/4L IS II and 600mm f/4L IS II lenses, which were previously announced in February 2011. Initially, the lenses were set to be available in May and June 2011; however, that was pushed back until December 2011 and ultimately listed as TBD for the availability of both models.
Now, Canon says that both lenses will be available in May 2012. Currently, B&H lists the availability for each lens as April 25, 2012. Check the following links.
Those lamenting over the high resolution of the new Nikon D800 may be pleased to know that Nikon will continue to manufacturer the D700 “for the foreseeable future.”
There is no doubt to the popularity and solid performance of the Nikon D700, so this doesn’t necessarily come as a big shocker. The continued flux of the D700’s availability proves that there’s still a pretty big demand for this camera.
No word on what kind of price decreases we might see though. It’d be nice to see the D700 work its way into the sub-$2000 price range in the next few months. (Although that’s mostly wishful thinking – given its current $2700 price tag.) I think that would make it an easier reach for a lot of folks who have been holding off or saving their pennies to grab one.
[via Rob Galbraith]
Lensbaby has introduced the new Edge 80, which is a new optic that’s compatible with the Lensbaby Composer Pro, Composer, Muse, Scout and Control Freak.
The Edge 80 is an 80mm lens with a 12-blade aperture that ranges from f/2.8 to f/22. Shooting level and straight ahead gives you everything in focus; however, tilting it off-axis gives you a slice of sharp focus that can be altered based on the given aperture setting.
The Lensbaby Edge 80 runs $300 and is available at Lensbaby.com and B&H Photo.
More details in the press release below. [Read more…]
Several Sony lenses are up for instant rebates ranging from $25 to $50 off. Full list of lenses and details here at B&H Photo.
It’s been a little too quiet on the Sony front since the introduction of the uber-popular Sony A77. So, it’s not really much of a surprise to hear rumors of a refresh to the full-frame Sony A900 and (even more so) the consumer-ish Sony A55. Both are very solid cameras in their respective categories; however, their age is starting to show. [Read more…]
The latest tip I received is about the Canon Rebel T4i to be announced later this month. [Read more…]
‘Through the Lens’ – shot on the Nikon D800.
Lots more D800 videos below, including several other short films.