Digital Camera News, Reviews and Tips
Fuji has announced two new Macro Extension Tubes for its X-Series cameras. The new extension tubes are the MCEX-11 and MCEX-16 feature electronic contacts to maintain normal AE functions and blend in with the overall X-Series aesthetics.
The new extension tubes should be available mid-December for $99.95. You should be able to find them soon here at B&H Photo.
Check out this video from professional photographer Jason Lanier as he breaks down the 10 reasons why he stopped shooting Nikon DSLRs and mored to Sony mirrorless cameras. Jason says that he “has shot with Nikon his entire life and professional career. He switched to Sony in July 2014 (not due to a sponsorship) and hasn’t looked back since.”
Sony is obviously gaining ground on Canon and Nikon, and the Sony A7 series has made huge strides for the mirrorless camera market. What do you DSLR shooters think about Jason’s claims? Are you considering a switch to mirrorless, Sony or otherwise?
Alongside the new Perception series bags, Think Tank Photo also released its new Digital Holster 5, which is designed to hold a mirrorless camera with lens attached. [Read more…]
Think Tank Photo has released the Perception backpack line for mirrorless system cameras. There are three different size options for the bags available in two different colors – black and taupe. [Read more…]
The Panasonic Lumix GM5 is a new ultra-compact Micro Four Thirds camera. It features a 16MP Live MOS sensor, which also captures 1080p video at up to 60 fps. [Read more…]
Samsung has announced its NX1 mirrorless camera, which serves as the flagship of the NX line. The NX1 features a 28.2MP APS-C sensor and captures 4K video at 24fps, as well has UHD video at 30fps. [Read more…]
Zhongyi Mitakon 42.5mm f/1.2 lens
Chinese lens manufacturer Zhongyi Optics has announced a pair of fast prime lenses for Sony E-mount, Micro Four Thirds and Fuji X-mount. [Read more…]
Olympus has officially taken the wraps off of its new PEN E-PL7. The new mirrorless camera features a 16.05MP Live MOS sensor and sensor-based image stabilization derived from the E-M10. [Read more…]
Sony has officially announced the previously leaked A5100, which serves as an upgrade to the A5000. The new A5100 is basically a cheaper, more compact and consumer-oriented version of the A6000. [Read more…]
The Sony A5100 is expected to be announced soon as a direct replacement to the Sony A5000. New photos of the camera, along with a spec list have leaked out just days ahead of its launch. [Read more…]