<em>The breakthrough year for Sigma Global Vision Art, Contemporary and Sport lenses on display; brand new lens addition to be unveiled; Sigma Pros light up stage with new presentations </em></p>
<p><strong>Ronkonkoma, NY – October 4, 2017 </strong>– Sigma Corporation of America, a leading still photo and cinema lens, camera, flash and accessory manufacturer, will showcase its full line up of Sigma Global Vision lenses, including a brand-new addition to the line, at the upcoming PDN PhotoPlus Expo 2017 Expo held at the Jacob Javits Convention Center in New York City from October 26-28, 2017 (booth 837). The company will also have on hand its breakthrough optics for the cinema market – the Sigma Cine high-speed Primes and Zooms – as well as the Foveon sensor-based sd Quattro and Quattro H cameras. “Sigma has had a landmark year with the introduction of seven new lenses across our Global Vision and Cine product lines,” states Mark Amir-Hamzeh, president of Sigma Corporation of America. “Our research and development team is dedicated to creating superior optics that meet the ever-growing requirements of today’s high resolution cameras, taking advantage of every possible design and element to capture the greatest picture detail for both still and moving images. We look forward to showcasing the culmination of what has been a remarkable year in optical advancements for Sigma at this year’s PPE event.” Sigma 2017 introductions include the award-winning 14mm F1.4 DG HSM Art, 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM Art, 135mm F1.8 DG HSM Art, 100-400mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM Contemporary Sigma Global Vision lenses and the new Sigma Cine FF High Speed 14mm T2 and 135mm T2 prime lenses.</p>

<p><!--more--> <strong>Sigma Special PPE Presentation – Sigma Pro Phenom Jen Rozenbaum</strong>

Sigma Pro Jen Rozenbaum will take the PPE stage on Wednesday, October 25, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM to deliver a PPE Master Class on “How to make every woman look amazing.” Jen will share with attendees her vast experience in boudoir photography, providing top tips and secret tricks – from wardrobe to posing – that flatter all women. Jen’s presentation will help attendees understand how to best dress and pose any woman of any size and shape as well as gain confidence behind the camera whether they are shooting boudoir, wedding or seniors!</p>
<p><strong>Master Photographers Take the Sigma Stage</strong>

Showcasing the very best in photography craft, the expanded Sigma Pro family will headline the Sigma stage and offer attendees a behind the lens look at the techniques and technology that captured some of the year’s most outstanding photographs in the areas of aviation, editorial, glamour, landscapes, travel and weddings.</p>
<p>This year’s prestigious Sigma Pro PPE stage line-up includes outdoor sports and adventure travel photographer Liam Doran, aviation photo expert Jim Koepnick, renowned bird and travel photographer Roman Kurywczak, fearless woman photographer Jen Rozenbaum, and glamour and wedding photographer Jim Schmelzer.</p>
<p>For the Sigma Pro presentation schedule days and times, please visit: <a href="https://blog.sigmaphoto.com/event/photoplus-2017/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://blog.sigmaphoto.com/event/photoplus-2017/</a> ?</p>
<p><strong>Sigma Super Giveaways at PPE 2017</strong>

PPE 2017 attendees who visit Sigma at booth 837 will have a chance to enter and win a Sigma grand giveaway – a 24-70mm F2.8 Art – an MSRP value of $1299.00 USD!</p>
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We’re told that Canon’s first foray into a full frame mirrorless camera will use a dedicated CMOS sensor and won’t be using either the EOS 6D Mark II or EOS 5D Mark IV image sensors. The claim again comes from an internal presentation of Canon’s 2018 roadmap. We’re still being told not to expect an announcement until at least August of 2018 ahead of Photokina in Cologne, Germany.</p>


<p>We’re also told that a higher end APS-C based mirrorless camera above the EOS M5 is not in the cards.</p>
<p>Nikon is expected to announce their first full frame mirrorless camera before Canon in the first half of 2018.</p>
<p><em>More to come…</em></p>
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<p>B&H Photo has the ikan MS-PRO Beholder 3-Axis Gimbal Stabilizer in the DealZone for $359 (Reg $599) today only.</p>
<p class="fs16 OpenSans-600-normal upper product-highlights-header">PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS</p>

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<li class="top-section-list-item">3-Axis Motorized Gimbal Stabilizer</li>
<li class="top-section-list-item">Supports Loads up to 1.9 Pounds</li>
<li class="top-section-list-item">QR Camera Plate</li>
<li class="top-section-list-item">12-Bit Encoder, 32-Bit Controller</li>
<li class="top-section-list-item">3 x Follow Modes</li>
<li class="top-section-list-item">Joystick for Pan and Tilt Adjustment</li>
<li class="top-section-list-item">Manual Framing Function</li>
<li class="top-section-list-item">Inverted Mode for Low-Angle Shooting</li>
<li class="top-section-list-item">3/8″-16 Threaded Mounting Hole</li>
<li class="top-section-list-item">Powered by Three 18650 Batteries</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="https://bhpho.to/2xdDPQA"><strong>ikan MS-PRO Beholder 3-Axis Gimbal Stabilizer $359</strong></a> (Reg $599)</p>
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We’ve received some new specifications for the upcoming Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark III, which is scheduled to be announced in mid October. We’ve been told to think EOS M5 with a fixed lens.</p>
<p><strong>Updated Specifications & Corrections: </strong>(Update in bold)</p>

<ul>
<li>24.2mp APS-C Sensor</li>
<li>DIGIC 7</li>
<li>24-70mm f/2.8-5.6 (approximate 35mm equivalent) <em>Previously reported as 24-120mm</em></li>
<li>Dynamic IS</li>
<li>Touch AF</li>
<li>Dust & water resistant</li>
<li><strong>Lens hood LH-DC 110</strong></li>
<li><strong>Water proof case WP-DC56 </strong>(<a href="http://www.nokishita-camera.com/2017/10/powershot-g1-x-mark-iii.html">via Nokishita)</a></li>
</ul>
<p><del>We still don’t know if the PowerShot G1 X Mark III will come with an built-in EVF or not.</del></p>
<p>We’ll update this post if we hear anything else.</p>
<p><strong>*Update*

</strong>We’ve confirmed that the PowerShot G1 X Mark III will come with a built-in OLED EVF.</p>
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Canon has released a new firmware for the Cinema EOS C200. It looks like it’s just a bug fix update.</p>
<p><strong>Firmware Version 1.0.1.1.00 incorporates the following fix:</strong></p>
<ol>
<li>Fixes a phenomenon in which the start time code is not correctly displayed when MP4 clips captured at 59.94P/50.00P frame rate are imported into NLE software.</li>
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<p><em>*RAW clips are not affected.</em></p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.usa.canon.com/internet/portal/us/home/support/details/cameras/cinema-eos/eos-c200?subtab=downloads-firmware">Download the firmware v1.0.1.1.00 via Canon USA</a></strong></p>
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We’ve been eagerly awaiting detailed specification confirmation for the PowerShot G1 X Mark III, which is scheduled to be announced in mid October.</p>
<p>We’ve been told to think of the camera as an EOS M5 with a fixed lens. That should tell us it will be equipped with the 24mp APS-C DPAF sensor as well as utilizing the DIGIC 7 processor. We’ve been told previously that the lens will be a 24-120mm 35mm equivalent, though we don’t know the speed of the lens at this time. I think you should be able to piece together what the rest of the specifications for the camera will be.</p>

<p>The previous iterations of the PowerShot G1 X did not have EVF’s, but I think it’s likely the new camera will if it’s modelled after the EOS M5, though we have not yet confirmed that bit of information.</p>
<p>We’ll update as soon as we receive more specifications.</p>
<p>Just a reminder that we’ve been told that this will be the only PowerShot G series camera announced for the remainder of the year. We’ll likely see more ahead of CES in January of 2018.</p>
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The last time we were told about a new 135mm lens, it turned out to be a new lens, the <a href="http://www.canonrumors.com/buyers-guide/canon-ts-e-135mm-f4l-macro/">TS-E 135mm f/4L Macro</a>, which will have its fans in a niche market. The 135mm lens a majority of people were looking for was an update to the classic EF 135mm f/2L USM.</p>
<p>The EF 135mm f/2L USM was <a href="http://www.canonrumors.com/buyers-guide/canon-ef-135mm-f2l-usm/">announced in April of 1996</a>, so it’s likely we’re finally going to see a replacement and the addition of IS seems to be a logical next step.</p>

<p>We’re told that a new and fast 135mm is planned for next year and that it will have IS. We’re wondering if a bunch of IS fast primes have been designed alongside the recently announced EF 85mm f/1.4L IS USM, as we heard recently that a <a href="http://www.canonrumors.com/here-we-go-again-new-50mm-l-coming-in-2018-cr2/">new 50mm f/1.4L IS</a> is also out there in prototype form.</p>
<p>We get the feeling such a lens will come deep into 2018, and it won’t be something we’ll see for CP+ in February.</p>
<p>This is a <a href="http://www.canonrumors.com/the-canon-rumors-rating-system-explained/">[CR1] rumor</a>, so please treat it accordingly.</p>
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I don’t think anyone does printer reviews better than Keith over at Northlight Images, and his review of the Epson SureColor P5000 continues his tradition of easy to read and thorough reviews of printers.</p>
<p>I am personally in the market for a printer, and it’s always tough choosing between Canon (loyalty) and Epson (great quality). If you’re in the market for a 17″ printer, I think you should definitely add the P5000 to your shortlist.</p>
<p><strong>From Northlight:</strong></p>

<blockquote><p>As with the Epson P7000 I tested last year, the ink set with its additional orange and green inks, and range of greys, gives excellent prints with smooth gradations. It’s easy to profile, and even the ‘canned’ profiles provided are much better than you used to get with printers (mainly due to modern printers being much more consistent and linear).</p>
<p>For want of repeating myself, if you can’t make great prints with the P5000, then I’m afraid the problem is far more likely to be with your own skill levels (I apply this to myself as well…) <a href="http://www.northlight-images.co.uk/review-epson-p5000-printer/">Read the full review</a></p></blockquote>
<p>The Epson P5000 is <a href="https://bhpho.to/2yFoFAt">available at B&H Photo</a></p>
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Vitec, the leading global provider of products and solutions to the broadcast and photographic markets, is pleased to announce the acquisition of leading photographic brands JOBY and Lowepro.</p>
<p>With a worldwide presence across 22 high quality and recognized brands, JOBY and Lowepro have joined the Vitec Group portfolio as part of the Photographic Division, sitting alongside other Vitec owned, leading photographic brands Manfrotto, Gitzo, Lastolite by Manfrotto and Avenger.</p>
<p>The acquisition will enable Vitec to become the leading global provider of accessories within the newer and fast growing iPhonography and vlogging markets, as well as strengthen their position within the photographic bags market.</p>
<p>JOBY introduced the GorillaPod in 2006, which transformed the camera accessories market, while Lowepro is a market leader in bags designed to protect electronic and photographic devices.</p>
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<p>Lowepro remains the recognized market leader of photographic bags, with its focus on supporting the professional outdoor and adventure photographer and will perfectly complement the Vitec owned brand Manfrotto, with its range of photographic bags focused on supporting professional urban and studio photographers.</p>

<p>Vitec plans to integrate the two brands into its Photographic Division, with existing organizational structures under the leadership of Marco Pezzana, Photographic Divisional Chief Executive.</p>
<p>“We are proud to announce that two remarkable brands within the photographic accessories market, JOBY and Lowepro, will join the Vitec Photographic Division,” Pezzana commented. “We pride ourselves on supplying the leading photographic brands to the global market. This natural addition to our business strengthens the already outstanding offering we provide to our partners worldwide.”</p>
<p>He continued, “We believe that our extensive knowledge of the photographic market will enable us to add a wealth of value to these already leading brands. JOBY and Lowepro’s product development expertise, coupled with our established global distribution network, engineering and manufacturing capabilities, creates exciting opportunities for both Vitec Group and our global partners.”</p>
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We’re told that  early chatter about Canon’s “prosumer” mirrorless body has started to make its way beyond the engineers at Canon. No test bodies have made their way to anybody outside of Canon, but we’re told that various early prototypes have been passed around internally.</p>
<p>There is a certain “buzz” about the camera internally and we’re told that the marketing push for the camera will be one of the company’s biggest. The mirrorless market is still small, but it’s definitely growing and a lot of people think Canon will be the company to bring it “mainstream”, which may sound arrogant, but most camera buyers aren’t frequenting this web site, nor do they hear the negative chatter about the perceived lack of innovation from Canon. The brand still has clout and should for many more years, even with the missteps some enthusiasts feel have taken place.</p>

<p>A second source said there’s no way the camera will be APS-C, as the EOS M5 is selling well, and the company needs a halo mirrorless camera, and that is only possible with a full frame sensor.</p>
<p>Sony may be leading the way in full frame mirrorless cameras, but Nikon (likely ahead of Canon) and Canon appear to finally be coming to the table.</p>
<p>We wouldn’t be shocked to see a “development” announcement shortly after Nikon announces their full frame mirrorless camera.</p>
<p><em>More to come….</em></p>
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