Sep 22
Pentax announces entry-level DSLR - K-m (K2000 in the USA).
10 megapixel CCD sensor with image stabilization and dust reduction.
More information about K-m / K2000 here: Pentax K-m (K2000)
Press release:
Sep 22
Nikon announces AF-S version of the 50mm f1.4 lens with Silent Wave Motor. The Optical system is with 8 elements in 7 groups.
Press release:
NIKON CELEBRATES THE 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF NIKKOR OPTICAL EXCELLENCE WITH AN ALL-NEW 50mm f/1.4 PRIME LENS
75 Years Later and 45 Million Lenses Produced, the NIKKOR Pedigree Continues to Thrive with the Introduction of the AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4G Lens
MELVILLE, N.Y. (Sept. 22, 2008) – Nikon Inc. celebrates 75 years of defining optical excellence with the release of the newly engineered AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4 prime lens that is considered by many photographers to be an essential tool with a focal length that closely replicates the visual perspective of the human eye when used with an FX-format D-SLR. Nikon’s optical expertise and modern technological advances, such as the Silent Wave Motor, help to deliver outstanding operation that is critical for Nikon FX and DX-format photographers who demand the pinnacle of photographic performance.
Sep 18
Bibble Labs are going to Introduce Bibble 5 at Photokina.
More information about Bibble 5: http://bibblelabs.com/products/bibble5/index.html
Press release:
Sep 18
Sep 18
Carl Zeiss SLR lenses now also with EF bayonet
ZE mount is for Canon EF bayonet.
The first two lenses are Planar T* 1.4/50 ZE ($ 660) and Planar T* 1.4/85 ZE ($ 1,170).
Press release:
OBERKOCHEN/Germany, 15.09.2008.
Carl Zeiss is expanding its successful line of SLR lenses: ZE lenses with EF bayonet for all analog and digital EOS camera models. As with all EF lenses, the new ZE lenses from Carl Zeiss transfer all information exclusively via electronic contacts. This means that all exposure modes such as programmed auto exposure, shutter priority, aperture priority and manual setting are supported. The camera’s automatic focus confirmation also remains available to an unlimited extent with these manual focus lenses. With digital SLRs, the lens data and all exposure data can also be accessed via the camera’s EXIF file. Even E-TTL flash metering is supported. The first lenses to be available will be the Planar T* 1.4/50 ZE and the Planar T* 1.4/85 ZE in the last quarter of this year. Further focal lengths will be added to the line within the next few months.
Recommended retail price of both lenses:
Planar T* 1.4/50 ZE 579 euros (incl. 19% German VAT)
Planar T* 1.4/85 ZE 999 euros (incl. 19% German VAT)
Tags: Carl Zeiss, EF, lens, ZE
Sep 18
Canon announces 24mm f/1.4 L II USM - fixed length L-series lens.
Press release:
The new EF 24mm f/1.4L II USM lens is the successor to Canon’s EF 24mm f/1.4L USM professional wide-angle lens released in 1997. Targeting professional photographers, the new EF 24mm f/1.4L II USM lens has been introduced to address the advancements high-resolution digital SLR cameras with re-designed optics and use of a new anti-reflection lens coating called SWC (Sub-Wavelength Structure Coating) to minimize ghosting and flare. Features such as dustproof and waterproof construction that have been adopted make this a high-performance lens with specifications that respond to the demands of professional users. A welcome complement to the EOS 5D Mark II Digital SLR camera, the EF 24mm f/1.4L II USM lens is scheduled to be in stores this December at an estimated retail price of $1,699v.
Features:
- Wide 24mm focal length
- Fast f/1.4 aperture
- Aspherical and UD lens elements
- Subwavelength structure coating
- USM focus motor with full-time manual focus
- Floating internal focus mechanism
- Weather and dust seals
- Robust build quality
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Sep 17
Canon introduces EOS 5D Mark II - 21MP Full Frame DSLR with 1080p HD movie recording and DIGIC 4 Imaging Processor.
Key Specifications:
- 21.1MP full frame CMOS sensor
- DIGIC 4 processor
- ISO range expandable to 25600
- Full HD (1080, 30fps) movie recording
- High-res 3.0” VGA LCD with Live View
- 3.9fps JPEG shooting up to card capacity
- 9-point AF + 6 Assist AF points
- Magnesium alloy body
The EOS 5D Mark II is Canon’s first D-SLR to incorporate full HD 1920×1080 video capture. Once filming is started from Live View mode, photographers can fire off either single of continuous stills, with video capture continuing after the final frame is captured.
The estimated retail price of $2,699 (body only) and $3,499 with the EF 24mm f/1.4L II USM lens.
More information, photos, sample images & videos about 5D Mark II here: Canon EOS 5D Mark II
Press release:
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Sep 15
Nikon 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR AF-S DX Nikkor Review by SLRGear.
The Nikon 18-105mm ƒ/3.5-5.6 definitely raises the bar for Nikon’s current lineup of kit lenses; consistently sharp, even at large apertures, with good resistance to chromatic aberration. Corner shading is prevalent, but it’s not a noticeable problem. Distortion is evident and irregular, but again, you’re probably only going to notice it if you need your straight lines to be absolutely straight.
The inclusion of VR to this level of lens is a welcome addition; we don’t have pricing for the lens individually, but there will finally be an alternative to the 18-200mm VR for users who don’t need that range of focal lengths. Nikon was able to improve the optical quality, reduce the weight, and presumably, the end price. It’s easy to recommend the 18-105mm to Nikon shooters as an excellent walk-around lens.
http://www.slrgear.com/reviews/showproduct.php/product/1221/cat/13
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