Canon and Sony News, Deals, What's New

 Thursday, January 30, 2025

Check out today's B&H Deal Zone for big savings on:

  • Lexar 320GB Professional CFexpress Type A Card GOLD Series – only $229.99 after $355.00 instant savings
  • Tenba Cineluxe Video Shoulder Bag 21 – only $145.99 after $80.00 instant savings
  • Ruggard DSLR Parka Cold and Rain Protector for Cameras and Camcorders (Black) – only $39.95 after $40.00 instant savings
  • FotodioX C-700RSV FlapJack LED Bi-Color Edge Light (18") – only $239.95 after $310.00 instant savings
  • NiSi 72mm Natural Night Filter – only $55.00 after $95.00 instant savings
  • Netgear LM1200 4G LTE Modem – only $19.99 after $30.00 instant savings
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Post Date: 1/30/2025 12:00:00 AM ET   Posted By: Bryan
 Wednesday, January 29, 2025

Nextorage has announced 6 new CFexpress 4.0 Type B memory cards, 3 in the Advanced Edition series, and 3 in the Standard Edition series.

"Both series utilize TLC NAND Flash Memory and support the CFexpress 4.0 standard, offering backward compatibility with CFexpress 2.0 host devices. The NX-B3AE Series complies with VPG400 standards for stable video recording, while the NX-B3SE Series is ideal for still images especially for portraits, landscapes, and product shots." [Nextorage]

Check out the fast new Nextorage NX-B3AE Series CFexpress 4.0 Type A Memory Cards at B&H.

Check out the also fast Nextorage NX-B3SE Series CFexpress 4.0 Type A Memory Cards at Amazon.

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Posted to: Canon News, Sony News   Category: Nextorage News
Post Date: 1/29/2025 3:10:57 PM ET   Posted By: Bryan

Image quality test results are now available on the Canon RF 16-28mm F2.8 IS STM Lens page.

The expected step-above image quality is seen in these results.

Compared to the Canon RF 15-30mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM Lens

Compared to the Canon RF 14-35mm F4 L IS USM Lens

Compared to the Canon RF 15-35mm F2.8 L IS USM Lens

There are many additional relevant comparisons available.

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Support this site by ordering the Canon RF 16-28mm F2.8 IS STM Lens (or anything else) from B&H | Adorama | Canon USA | WEX | Camera Canada

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Posted to: Canon News, Sony News   Category: Camera Gear Review News
Post Date: 1/29/2025 11:52:46 AM ET   Posted By: Bryan

Highlighting some just-arriving gear in the B&H Used Department:

CategoryIn Stock at the Moment
Canon EOS CamerasR3, R5 (but get this one instead)
Canon RF Lenses24-70 F2.8, 70-200 F2.8, 100-500, 200-800, 85 F1.2 DS, 100 F2.8 Macro
Sony FE Lenses24-70 F2.8, 28-70 F2, 85 F1.4 II, 400 F2.8, Much More

Remember to use the B&H Payboo payment card to save the tax.

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Post Date: 1/29/2025 8:51:23 AM ET   Posted By: Bryan
 Tuesday, January 28, 2025

Browse the available refurbished cameras (and a flash) and refurbished lenses at Canon USA.

Select items are steeply discounted.

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Post Date: 1/28/2025 9:18:42 PM ET   Posted By: Bryan

Canon EOS R5 C firmware update version 1.1.0.1 is available for download.

Firmware Version 1.1.0.1 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

  1. Enables functions to be used without limitation in conjunction with the new Battery Pack LP-E6P. This makes it possible to shoot 59.94P with RAW LT.
  2. Enables the display of the digital tele-converter icon on [Main Recording Displays] of [DISP Level 2].
  3. Adds the ability to apply Full-Screen display to an external display according to OSD Output setting when using [Peripheral Border Display].
  4. Adds function [Tracking by Touch priority] for starting tracking by touching the LCD.
  5. Enables the AF Frame and Focus Guide to be moved by dragging.
  6. Adds [Protect Images] and [Rating] during FTP Transfer. (Photo Mode)
  7. Adds the [Motion Vector For Digital IS] menu option. Default [Disable]*
    [Disable]: Prevents a phenomenon that may cause the image to shake along with the subject when recording a subject (such as a person or an animal) with a large amount movement.
  8. Changes the menu option name of [PTP Connection/GP-E2] in [USB Mode] in [System Setup] to [Canon App(s)/GP-E2]. For Android devices, please select [Canon App(s)/GP-E2].
  9. Adds support for the RF-Mount Cinema Lens: CN7x17 KAS T/R1
    • Support for Magnification chromatic aberration correction
    • Support for Peripheral Illumination Correction.
    • Support for Distortion aberration correction
    • Displaying T number.
    • Enables the remote operation from the camera and RC-V100 (Focus/Zoom/Iris)
    • Enables the remote operation from Browser Remote (Focus/Zoom/Iris)
    • Enables the zoom operation by joystick on camera body.
    • Support for Dual Pixel CMOS AF autofocus
    • Support for [Dual Pixel Focus Guide].
    • Support for [Push Auto Iris] and [Auto Iris]
  10. Fixes minor issues.
  11. The accuracy of the timecode when the camera is turned off and the [Time Code Run] setting is set to [Free Run] has been improved.

#1 to #10 were added in Version 1.0.9.1. #11 was added in Version 1.1.0.1. For details, please refer to the user manual (latest version) for this product.

Caution:

  • Please use an SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card that is 512MB or greater to perform the firmware update.
  • Firmware version 1.1.0.1 is for updating EOS R5 C cameras running firmware version 1.0.0.1 - 1.0.9.1. If your camera's firmware is already version 1.1.0.1, it is not necessary to update the firmware. Once the camera is updated to the latest version, it cannot be restored to a previous version.
  • Please refrain from loading menu settings generated using the most recent firmware version to a product running an old firmware version, as doing so may affect camera operations.
  • Firmware update must be performed in VIDEO mode.

Get the Canon EOS R5 C at B&H.

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Posted to: Canon News   Category: Canon Firmware Updates
Post Date: 1/28/2025 8:56:14 PM ET   Posted By: Bryan

Canon EOS C80 firmware update version 1.0.2.1 is available for download.

Firmware Version 1.0.2.1 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

  1. Adds support for Frame.io Camera to Cloud.
    Available in regions served by Frame.io.
  2. Enables the display of the digital tele-converter icon on [Main Recording Displays] of [DISP Level 2].
  3. Adds the ability to apply Full-Screen display to an external display according to OSD Output setting when using [Peripheral Border Display].
  4. Adds [1920x1080P] to [SDI Output Signal] option.
  5. Adds [CAMERA<=>MEDIA] to assignable button menus [CAMERA] and [REMOTE A].
  6. Fixes minor issues.
  7. The accuracy of the timecode when the camera is turned off and the [Time Code Run] setting is set to [Free Run] has been improved.

#1 to #6 were added in Version 1.0.1.1. #7 was added in Version 1.0.2.1. For details, please refer to the user manual (latest version) for this product.

Caution:

  • Please use an SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card that is 512MB or greater to perform the firmware update.
  • Firmware version 1.0.2.1 is for updating cameras running firmware version 1.0.0.1 - 1.0.1.1. If your camera's firmware is already version 1.0.2.1, it is not necessary to update the firmware. Once the camera is updated to the latest version, it cannot be restored to a previous version.
  • Please refrain from loading menu settings generated using the most recent firmware version to a product running an old firmware version, as doing so may affect camera operations.

Get the Canon EOS C80 at B&H.

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Post Date: 1/28/2025 9:05:23 PM ET   Posted By: Bryan

I usually instruct my wildlife photography workshop participants to first think like a landscape photographer, prioritizing seeing and capturing the environmental wildlife photo option when the right scenario unfolds. While I love tight wildlife portraits, those are often more readily available than an image of the animal in a beautiful landscape.

Following such advice is complicated by using a long focal length prime lens, especially those in the 600mm F4 class. While these lenses create the best tightly framed, blurred background wildlife imagery, prime lenses require sneaker zoom to adjust the amount of the scene in the composition, and wildlife is not often patient enough to wait for the long sneaker zooming this narrow angle of view requires to sufficiently change the composition.

The long-lens environmental portrait strategy that more frequently works is watching for distant animals. On this afternoon, my crew was photographing a relatively close bull when another bull appeared far behind us at almost the perfect distance for 600mm. I say almost because the composition was slightly tight. Capturing some additional canvas in subsequent images enabled stitching a slight panorama that provided a little breathing room to the pines.

A common problem with long focal length long-distance photography is heat shimmer. While this image is mostly void of that problem, small indications of it still exist.

Join me to photograph the elk rut in Rocky Mountain National Park this September (2025). I recently learned that a repeat tour participant had to cancel their reservation for both weeks due to medical reasons, so I have one opening for each or both weeks of this not previously announced yet filled tour.

Special Offer: Sign up for both weeks and get two bonus days plus transportation from and to Denver.

Learn more: Elk Rut in Rocky Mountain National Park Photo Tour

Contact me for more information or to sign up.


A larger version of this image is available here.

 
Camera and Lens Settings
600mm  f/4.0  1/1000s
ISO 640
8907 x 6054px
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Post Date: 1/28/2025 9:00:00 AM ET   Posted By: Bryan
 Monday, January 27, 2025
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Posted to: Canon News   Category: In Stock Notices
Post Date: 1/27/2025 3:25:04 PM ET   Posted By: Bryan

Save up to 75% with the Skylum Luminar Neo New Year Sale.

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Post Date: 1/27/2025 2:05:42 PM ET   Posted By: Bryan

Check out today's B&H Deal Zone for big savings on:

  • Pelican Hard Case – up to $224.00 instant savings (get the 1615 or 1637 for checked and the 1535 for carryon airline travel)
  • Dell 24" P2425E USB-C Hub Monitor – only $219.00 after $180.00 instant savings
  • Studio Essentials Pop-Up Background Kit (Black/White, 5 x 6.5') – only $47.95 after $30.00 instant savings

Worth browsing: Deals of the Week at B&H.

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Post Date: 1/27/2025 12:00:00 AM ET   Posted By: Bryan
 Sunday, January 26, 2025

Many of the hot Canon refurbished deals sold out fast, but some remain available. For example, the Speedlite EL-5 Flash with Multi-Function Shoe is only $169.00. Compare at $299.00 after $100.00 instant savings.

Browse the available refurbished cameras and refurbished lenses at Canon USA.

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Post Date: 1/26/2025 8:15:50 PM ET   Posted By: Bryan

The Canon RF 50mm F1.8 STM Lens is on sale for only $139.99 at Amazon (Sold by Amazon.com).

I don't expect this deal to be available for long.

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Post Date: 1/26/2025 6:06:06 PM ET   Posted By: Bryan

Check out today's B&H Deal Zone for big savings on:

  • Lexar 128GB Professional 1667x UHS-II V60 SDXC Memory Card (2-Pack) – only $49.99 after $38.00 instant savings
  • Oben TAB-4M Four-Mount Tripod Accessory Bar – only $59.95 after $60.00 instant savings
  • Sirui Universal Quick Release Baseplate with Dual 15mm Rod Clamp – only $29.00 after $20.00 instant savings
  • ORCA OR-332 Audio Mixer Bag for Sound Devices Scorpio, 888, and 688 – only $257.00 after $140.00 instant savings
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Post Date: 1/26/2025 12:00:00 AM ET   Posted By: Bryan
 Friday, January 24, 2025

A huge bull elk is a spectacular sight, especially when it is in rut mode. What if that was the view in your camera's viewfinder? I have that opportunity for you.

Join me to photograph the elk rut in Rocky Mountain National Park this September (2025). I just learned that a repeat tour participant had to cancel their reservation for both weeks due to medical reasons, so I have one opening for each or both weeks of this not previously announced yet filled tour.

Special Offer: Sign up for both weeks and get two bonus days plus transportation from and to Denver.

Learn more: Elk Rut in Rocky Mountain National Park Photo Tour

Contact me for more information or to sign up.

The 1/125 sec. shutter speed used for this image is often too slow to stop the motion of wildlife. However, elk are usually relatively still when bugling.

With the camera in manual exposure mode with auto ISO selected and the top dial configured for shutter speed, a quick roll of the dial enabled fast adjustment to a slow shutter speed when the elk's motion paused. The result was the camera immediately auto selecting a considerably lower and less noisy ISO setting than was in use moments before.

Aperture is the third image brightness component of manual exposure. I photograph wildlife with a wide-open aperture unless increased depth of field is desired, such as when multiple animals are in the frame.


A larger version of this image is available here.

 
Camera and Lens Settings
600mm  f/4.0  1/125s
ISO 1000
8113 x 5408px
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Post Date: 1/24/2025 10:58:00 AM ET   Posted By: Bryan
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