Melbourne, Australia – 14th August 2023 – Atomos has announced the latest generation of itshugely successful Ninja line of camera-mounted monitor-recorders: Ninja and Ninja Ultra. The original Ninja rocked the world when it was introduced in 2010, combining an HD disk recorderwith a touchscreen monitor you could hold in your hand. It captured pristine, uncompressed

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I just read an article on F-Stoppers about problems with the R5. I've had mine for about 1.5 years and haven't had an issue, including the dreaded freeze up. How about you R5 owners? Is your camera good or is it being less than expected?

David

7Artisans has announced the company’s first wireless Bluetooth microphone: The DMic-S Wireless Lavalier Microphone! The best part of this package? The $109 price tag. The 7Artisans DMic-S will be available globally on August 15, 2023. 7Artisans DMic-S Features Product Gallery Priced at $109, the microphone will appeal to creators of all types, from videographers, pro

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Japan Patent Office has published publically a patent application from Canon that covers a specific lens type for APS-C cameras would be certainly welcomed. Looking through the application makes me wonder if the initial designs were not for the EF-M mount versus the RF-S mount, but I think it’s pretty safe to say that Canon

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The P&I show is currently running in Shanghai, China and there have been some new products shown off by the growing number of Chinese lens manufacturers. One of the best know manufacturers, Venus Optics has shown a soon-to-be-announced Laowa CF 8-16mm f/3.5-5 C-Dreamer wide angle zoom for APS-C sensors. Laowa CF 8-16mm f/3.5-5 C-Dreamer Source:

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I know Canon says the R6 Mark II in Mechanical is 12 FPS and they say Electronic is 40 FPS. But is there a FPS in between say 20? Didnt see anything posted.

Would be nice if Canon posted the FPS in the menu when switching between Mech and Electronic

The Nikon Z f has had an active rumour cycle over the last months or so. The announcement date either got pushed back, or the initial rumors were incorrect as to when we might see the camera. However, it has been confirmed that we won’t be waiting much longer. Nikon Rumors has nailed down the

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DJI, the global leader in civilian drones and innovative camera technology, today announced the launch of DJI Video Receiver and DJI Transmission (Standard Combo), a revolutionary wireless transmission system that empowers cinematographers with enhanced capabilities and flexibility. With two unique combos designed for diverse shooting scenarios, the DJI Transmission series set a new standard for

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We have been talking about the inevitable Canon EOS R1 for as long as the EOS R system has existed. The talk peaked once the Canon EOS R3 was announced and released. The Chris Niccolls at Petapixel have chimed in on what he’d like to see in the Canon EOS R1 when it comes in

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Product main specifications:
host
Head weight: 4.25kg Load: ≤15kg

Size: 420×300×80mm

Battery life: ≥6h (uninterrupted use)
Operating voltage: 24V Working temperature: 0°~45° Continuous

power consumption: 24V
/ 1.5A peak power consumption: 24V/2.5A

Smart PTZ operation indicators:
Angle of action
Horizontal rotation angle
Pitch rotation angle
110°±10° left, 110°±10° right, 20° down, 45° up (0°
horizontally forward)
The structure is self-locking
not
Mechanical PTZ running indicators:
Angle of action
Horizontal rotation angle
Pitch rotation angle
150° left, 150° right, total 300° down 30°, 60° up (0°
horizontally forward)
Speed of rotation
Manual adjustment, can be locked in any position to stop
Two camera lens indicators:
Target Search Camera

Smart Edition exclusive
Lens type:
Pixels,
Camera frame rate,
Focal length, 35mm
equivalent focal length,
Horizontal field of view,
Optical aperture, Video output,

Video recording format
Zoom lens
200W, with IR auto switching
50Hz
4.7~47mm, 10x continuously variable, autofocus
30~300mm lens
6.43°~60.9°
φ37.4mm
support 1080P

TS Stream File (Transport Stream)
Security surveillance cameras
Lens type:
Pixels,
Camera frame rate,
Focal length, 35mm
equivalent focal length,
Horizontal field of view,
Optical aperture, Video output,

Video recording format
Fixed Lens 200W 50Hz
3.16mm
23.4mm Lens 132°
Ф12mm

Support
1080P HD

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Large capacity battery
UB01
gimbal power supply
Battery type
Capacity
Nominal voltage Charging voltage Charging current



Charging time
25V lithium battery (polymer) 372WH (Wh)

25.9V 29.4V

Standard charging 0.2C fast charge 0.5C

Standard charging 6 hours fast charge 4.5 hours
It can be powered by the intelligent battery pack
UB02
gimbal
Battery type
Capacity
Nominal voltage Charging voltage Charging current



Charging time
22V lithium battery (polymer) 426Wh (Wh)

22.2V 25.2V

Standard charging 0.2C Fast charging 0.5C

Standard charging 6~8 hours
Fast charging 4~5 hours
The signal broker battery
UB03
signal broker is powered
Battery type
Capacity
Nominal voltage Charging voltage Charging current



Charging time
12V lithium battery(18650) 86.5WH (Wh)

11.1V 12.6V

Standard charging 0.2C fast charge 0.5C

Standard charging 8 hours
Fast charging 4 hours

It looks like the first big announcement heading into the always busy Q4 will come from Sony on August 29, 2023 with the likely arrival of the alpha A7c II and the alpha A7cR. The likely specifications for each camera have been around for a while, and both look to be well specced offerings. Though

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August 9, 2023, Saitama, Japan – Tamron Co., Ltd. (President & CEO: Shiro Ajisaka), a leading manufacturer of optics for diverse applications, announces the development of the 70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VC VXD G2 (Model A065), a fast-aperture telephoto zoom lens for Sony E-mount full-frame mirrorless cameras. PRODUCT NAME 70-180mm F/2.8 Di III VC VXD

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For Heaven's sake- can someone please tell me how do I download clips shot with a R5c on a CFe card? EOS utility, adobe bridge do not see any videos there but still images are seen.

Tried multiple card readers- no luck !

I know, the problem is with me- I am ignorant.

Thanks

Dholai

Shenyang China, 8th August 2023 – Zhongyi Optics (ZY Optics), the driving force in camera lens innovation, proudly presents the Mitakon Speedmaster 20mm/35mm/50mm S35 T1 Cine Lens Set. This trio of cine lenses is a game-changer for filmmakers, offering unmatched canvas for their creative expressions. Upgrade your cinematic experience with this new set of S35

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Peyto Lake


An Elk on the side of the road.


Mistaya Canyon


Cavell Pond at Mount Edith Cavell.


Mountain Goats at Goat Lick. They like the minerals here.

Bow Lake



Bow Lake Falls fed by the melting Bow Glacier.

We continue to receive bits and pieces of information regarding the Canon EOS R5 Mark II. Unfortunately, there has been a lot of contradicting information, so we are sitting on a lot of it for the moment. We have repeatedly been told that the Canon EOS R5 Mark II will get a resolution bump up

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While I was giving my gear a clean after a long trip I noticed my RF 100-500 had damage to the rear gasket, a small chunk of was missing. No idea how it happened. But this will likely cause the weather sealing to become compromised.

Has anyone have this happen to them? How much did the repair cost?

I don't want to start a bitch-fest, I just want an explanation as to why Canon UK charges upwards of 30% more for gear here than in the US and other areas of the world?

The RF 135mm is over £500 more expensive than the same lens in the US.

Nikon, Sony, Sigma etc, don't do this. I'm trying to understand why.

MELVILLE, NY, August 1, 2023 – Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, announced today that the company is launching the Canon MS-500, an ultra-high-sensitivity interchangeable-lens camera (ILC). The MS-500 is not only the world’s first1 ultra-high-sensitivity camera equipped with a SPAD sensor but also features the world’s highest pixel count2 on its 1” Single Photon

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I never get bored of seeing camera and lens manufacturing tours from the various manufacturers. One of the more unique factories is Leitz Park in Wetzlar, Germany. This is the flagship factory (and much more) for Leica. They also opened the Leica Famalicão facility in Portugal in 2021 which does a lot of the binocular

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Anhui China, 3 August 2023 – The most COMPACT anamorphic lens series returns! Venus Optics is adding a new 65mm T2.4 and 80mm T2.4 to its “Nanomorph” series, alongside a 1.33X Front Anamorphic Adapter. The Indiegogo campaign will begin on 29th Aug and is currently open for pre-launch subscription. The Nanomorph 65mm and 80mm maintain

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From time-to-time we use a rumour validity rating system to help our readers. Below we explain what each rumour rating means [CR0] [CR1] [CR2] [CR3] Rumor A statement or report current without known authority for its truth https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rumor

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The Canon RF 200-500mm f/4L IS USM has been rumoured for some time now, and it is definitely in the pipeline. This will be the RF replacement for the highly-regarded EF 200-400mm f/4L IS USM 1.4x. There will not be a built-in teleconverter in the RF version, which will help reduce weight, size and complexity,

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Looking for advice on a travel camera bag. Specifically one that can be carried on an airplane/put under a seat.

My Lowepro 120 sling bag worked fairly well in this regard, but is falling apart now. I like the idea of a sling bag but found it awkward when loaded with heavier gear and also found it hot, sat awkwardly etc. Its not bad, but looking to see any thoughts out there prior to buying.

would like to maximize space under an airplane seat, but also well comfort and protection for the camera (including rain). Would like to be able to attach a tripod or monopod etc to it as well and obviously carry spare stuff like batteries, chargers, cables etc.

it is possible I may get the same bag (if around) as it wasn't too bad (and it lasted a long time with some pretty good abuse).. . but wanting some feedback/advice.

Have you considered a member-to-member sales forum? Most music instrument forums have some such. If you don't feel like of course up to you, but what forums are members having the best luck selling on? I ask mainly as eBay seems to be raking a higher and higher percent now.