Digital Camera News, Reviews and Tips
Cinematographer Shane Hurlbut has teamed up with B&H Photo to create the new HDSLR Hub, which is anchored by a series of educational of videos beginning on February 28, 2011. There are six episodes in this series, which runs through April 4, 2011, and aim to cover gear, workflow and more.
If you want to take your video-capable DSLR seriously, this would be a good place to start. You can find the teaser video above, while the series will launch next Monday at HDSLRhub.com.
In the above video from Beet.TV, Vice President & Director of Associated Press Broadcasting News, Kevin Roach, talks about writers taking on video projects and photographers adding the 5D Mark II to their arsenal in order to tell a story beyond a single frame.
No doubt the 5D Mark II is a game changer; however, Roach’s commentary on the AP’s approach to news gathering and what this new era of DSLRs has done for the AP is interesting nonetheless.
onOne Software has launched an iPad version of its DSLR Camera Remote App, which allows you to use the iPad to trigger your Canon or Nikon DSLR’s shutter, review images, adjust settings and more.
DSLR Camera Remote HD runs $49.99 and is available in the App Store. More details on the iTunes website.
Sony has a number of Alpha models (both DSLR and NEX) on special through March 5, 2011. Most of the instant rebates are $50 off and include the new Sony A33 and NEX-3. Additionally, the A900 has a $200 instant rebate; however, those are apparently in short supply at the moment.
See the full list of available Sony instant rebates over here at B&H Photo.
As part of my upcoming review of the Nikon D7000, I am sharing some of the sample images that I’ve captured with the camera. Check them out below. [Read more…]
In the recent post about the Sony A77 prototype camera on display at CP+, Chris left a comment asking about the price of the new camera, which is due to be released later this year.
So far, Sony hasn’t revealed the price point for this new camera. However, we do know a few things about the A700 successor. [Read more…]
Sigma has announced pricing and updates for a number of new lenses, which include the APO 120-300mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM, the APO MACRO 150mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM, the 12-24mm F4.5-5.6 II DG HSM, the APO 50-150mm F2.8 EX DC OS HSM, and MACRO 105mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM.
The previously announced 12-24mm, 120-300mm and 150mm lenses have retail price tags of $1400, $4700 and $1600, respectively. As usual with Sigma lenses, however, the street prices should be substantially lower.
The 12-24mm lens will be available in April. Initial availability at Amazon for $949.
The new 120-300mm lens will be available in February. Check availability on Amazon.com.
The new 150mm lens will be available in March. Check availability on Amazon.com.
Sigma has updated its 50-150mm f/2.8 and 105mm f/2.8 macro lens to include optical stabilization. Both lenses feature Sigma’s high-quality EX exterior and speedy hypersonic AF motor. The Sigma 105mm lens is capable of true 1:1 macro reproduction.
No word yet on pricing or availability for the new 50-150mm or 105mm lenses.
More details in the press release below. [Read more…]
Sony has taken every opportunity over the past year or so to tease an A700 replacement. Such is the case again this week at CP+ in Japan.
In this case, however, Sony managed to give an idea of when it would be available. The yet un-named model that will replace the A700’s position in the Sony Alpha lineup will be available “mid-2011” according to the official word from Sony at CP+.
In addition to the new A700 successor, Sony is developing a new standard kit lens and a new hot shoe flash to pair with the prosumer camera. As we have already learned, the Sony prosumer model will feature Sony’s Translucent Mirror Technology (as found in the A55 and A33). The prosumer model, rumored to be called the A77, will also capture AVCHD in full 1920 x 1080 resolution. The camera will also feature an APS-C format sensor.
Check pre-order availability for the new Canon Rebel T3i below. [Read more…]
Pentax has announced a limited edition of its K-5 DSLR, along with three prime lenses: (1) the DA 12mm f/3.2 AL; (2) the DA 40mm f/2.8 and (3) the DA 70mm f/2.4.
The limited edition Pentax K-5 has a silver body and a revised grip. It will cost $1700 for the body only and should be available in April.
Pentax has not provided info on the availability or pricing for the limited edition lenses (also silver in color) other than that they are TBA.