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From Venus Optics:
Venus Optics announces the World’s FIRST Wide-Angle Zoom Shift Lens for APS-C system
Anhui China, 5 Nov 2024 – Venus Optics announced a groundbreaking Zoom-Shift lens - Laowa 12-24mm f/5.6 Zoom Shift lens! This extraordinary APS-C lens for mirrorless cameras combines two powerful features in one compact package: an ultra-wide zoom with an impressive shift capability. The lens allows you to seamlessly zoom from 12mm to 24mm while also being able to shift up to 7mm! This zoom-shift combination gives you all the flexibility in perspective control for capturing expansive landscapes or towering architecture. The compact 575g size also puts no burden on your kit. Truly a game-changer for photographers who want both versatility and creative control in their ultra-wide shots.
12-24mm Zoom Range with Constant Aperture
The Laowa 12-24mm f/5.6 Zoom Shift lens offers a versatile zoom range of 12mm to 24mm, providing an expansive angle of view from 102.5° to 63.9°. This allows photographers to capture a wide variety of scenes. With a constant aperture of f/5.6, the lens ensures consistent exposure throughout the entire zoom range, offering great flexibility while maintaining high image quality.
Precise ±7mm Shift Amount
The remarkable ±7mm shift capability set this lens apart. All shift lenses currently available in the market are primes, which makes this lens the WORLD’s first wide-angle zoom shift lens. This feature enables photographers to achieve precise perspective control and effortlessly minimize distortion.
Compact & Lightweight Design
The Laowa 12-24mm f/5.6 Zoom Shift lens offers exceptional performance in a compact and lightweight package, weighing only 575g. Its portability makes it perfect for photographers on the move, ensuring mobility and effortless shooting.
Exceptional Distortion Control
The lens showcases excellent distortion control, allowing users to capture accurate and true-to-life images. This makes it an excellent choice for architectural and interior photography, where precise image quality is crucial.
15cm closest focusing distance
The Laowa 12-24mm f/5.6 Zoom Shift lens also has an exceptionally short focusing distance. Capable of focusing as close as 5.9 inches (15 cm) from the sensor. This lens offers photographers plenty of opportunities for creative experimentation.
77mm filter thread
The Laowa 12-24mm f/5.6 Zoom Shift lens offers the convenience of a 77mm filter thread, which can be used when the lens hood is attached.
Specifications
Format Compatibility: APS-C
Focal length: 12-24mm
Max. Aperture: f/5.6
Angle of view: 102.5°- 63.9°
Lens structure: 15 elements in 11 groups
(2 aspherical elements, 3 ED elements)
Aperture blades: 9
Shift Capability: ±7mm
Min. Focusing distance: 15cm
Max. Magnification: 0.4
Focus mode: Manual (MF)
Filter thread: ø77mm
Dimensions: Ø98.91mm x 80mm
Weight: About 575g
Mount: Sony E / Nikon Z / Canon RF / L Mount / Fuji X / EF-M
Pricing & Availability The 12-24mm f/5.6 Zoom Shift is currently available to purchase via Venus Optics official website (http://www.venuslens.net/) and authorized resellers. It is priced at USD699 for Sony E, L mount, Canon R, Fuji X, Nikon Z, Canon EF-M. Price varies in different countries.
Get the Laowa 12-24mm f/5.6 Zoom Shift Lens at Venus Optics.
Canon has implemented a new instant savings promotion featuring some excellent deals:
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Here is Sony's latest instant savings program.
The a7S III and some E lenses not in the site's database are also discounted.
Here is the latest Tamron instant savings promotion (Sony E and FE mounts only). There are some great lenses on this list, and now is the time to add them to your kit.
| Model | Rebate Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Tamron 11-20mm F/2.8 Di III-A RXD Lens | $130.00 | B&H | Adorama | Amazon |
| Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD Lens | $100.00 | B&H | Adorama | Amazon |
| Tamron 17-50mm F4 Di III VXD Lens | $50.00 | B&H | Adorama | Amazon |
| Tamron 28-75mm f/2.8 Di III VXD G2 Lens | $200.00 | B&H | Adorama | Amazon |
| Tamron 28-200mm f/2.8-5.6 Di III RXD Lens | $100.00 | B&H | Adorama | Amazon |
| Tamron 35-150mm f/2-2.8 Di III VXD Lens | $200.00 | B&H | Adorama | Amazon |
| Tamron 50-400mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III VC VXD Lens | $100.00 | B&H | Adorama | Amazon |
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| Tamron 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3 Di III RXD Lens | $50.00 | B&H | Adorama | Amazon |
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| Tamron 35mm f/2.8 Di III OSD Lens | $50.00 | B&H | Adorama | Amazon |
The Tamron 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD Lens also has $100.00 instant savings.
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It's always a big deal when Apple buys your company. Pixelmator just shared this announcement:
A new home for Pixelmator
Today we have some important news to share: the Pixelmator Team plans to join Apple.
We’ve been inspired by Apple since day one, crafting our products with the same razor-sharp focus on design, ease of use, and performance. And looking back, it’s crazy what a small group of dedicated people have been able to achieve over the years from all the way in Vilnius, Lithuania. Now, we’ll have the ability to reach an even wider audience and make an even bigger impact on the lives of creative people around the world.
What to expect
Pixelmator has signed an agreement to be acquired by Apple, subject to regulatory approval. There will be no material changes to the Pixelmator Pro, Pixelmator for iOS, and Photomator apps at this time. Stay tuned for exciting updates to come.
Thank you
We want to give a big thanks to our amazing users for your support over the past 17 years. Your feedback has played a huge role in shaping our apps into what they are today. As we step into this exciting new chapter, we can’t wait to share what’s next.
– Pixelmator Team
Who is Pixelmator?
"Pixelmator Pro is an image editor designed to make the most powerful professional image editing tools accessible to everyone. And with an extensive collection of tools for editing and retouching photos, creating graphic designs, painting, drawing vector graphics, and adding stunning effects, it’s the only image editor you’ll need." [Pixelmator]
I love it when only a 0.6-second shutter speed is needed to properly expose the Northern Lights. That setting indicates a super-bright show.
Not immediately apparent in a still photo is that the Northern Lights are often a fast action subject, and the dancing and pulsing light show is awesome. In a long exposure, that movement results in a blurry result. Wide aperture lenses (and, of course, a bright show) are optimal for capturing the aurora structure.
This night's display was extremely bright, permitting a relatively short 0.6-second exposure at f/1.4 and ISO 3200, and it was moving fast. Shooting straight up into the aurora is one of my favorite compositions, but the fast movement made guessing the ideal future composition challenging. It was exciting to anticipate and view the results.
We are at or near a solar maximum. Do you have the right Northern Lights lenses in your kit?
This night was the third over-4-hour road trip all-nighter in 4 days. I don't remember the tiredness, but as usual, the images were worth the effort.
A larger version of this image is available here.
ISO 3200
8188 x 5352px
These hot deals end soon! Browse the refurbished cameras and refurbished lenses are on sale at Canon USA!
The Canon RF 200-800mm F6.3-9 IS USM Lens is in stock at B&H.
Learn more: Canon RF 200-800mm F6.3-9 IS USM Lens
Take advantage of these hot deals! Select refurbished cameras and refurbished lenses are on sale at Canon USA!
Expect Canon USA refurbished gear to be like new with an as-new warranty and a great price.
Learn more about the new MacBook Pro 14" and 16" with M4, M4 Pro, and M4 MAX at B&H.
Learn more about the new Apple Mac mini with M4 Pro Chip at B&H.
MTF chart comparisons are now available in the Image Quality section of the following lenses:
Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Z Lens
Canon RF 24mm F1.4 L VCM Lens
Canon RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM Lens
More information about and expectations for the new lenses:
Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Z Lens
Canon RF 24mm F1.4 L VCM Lens
Canon RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM Lens
Canon RF-S 7.8mm F4 STM Dual Lens (just product images and specs)
Support this site by ordering the Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Z Lens from B&H | Adorama | Canon USA | WEX
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From Canon USA:
EXPANDING THE RANGE OF EXPRESSION: CANON ANNOUNCES THREE NEW L SERIES HYBRID LENSES
MELVILLE, NY, October 30, 2024 – Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, has announced the launch of three new RF L series hybrid lenses: RF24mm F1.4 L VCM, RF50mm F1.4 L VCM and RF70-200 F2.8 L IS USM Z. Designed for professional visual storytellers who need to switch between photography and video, these three lenses continue Canon’s steadfast commitment to meeting the demands of high-level photo and video content creators.
RF24mm F1.4 L VCM & RF50mm F1.4 L VCM
If you are on a quest for impressive, dramatic content, RF24mm F1.4 L VCM and RF50mm F1.4 L VCM lenses would be excellent additions to your gear bag. For those who are professional photo/video users, journalists or in-house production creators, these two lenses are designed for hybrid use and optimized for those switching from photo and video needs quickly. They feature an optical design that utilizes the RF mount to achieve high quality across the entire image area. Quiet, fast and precise AF are thanks to Canon’s latest actuator and focusing system and the unified exterior helps with easier gimbal adjustments for more efficient shooting. The expressive power of a f/1.4 aperture in combination with a wider field of view than what the human eye can capture, makes perspective more prominent and brings images vividly to life. Additional features include:
- Compact, with a length of 3.9 inches, and lightweight: RF24mm F1.4 L VCM is 18.1 ounces and RF50mm F1.4 L VCM is 20.4 ounces
- With a combination of VCM and Nano USM actuators, stable video composition with little breathing
- Customizable with an iris ring for controlling aperture during shooting, lens function button and customizable control and focus rings
RF70-200 F2.8 L IS USM Z
A telephoto lens that is versatile across the spectrum – including sports, fashion and news reporting – the RF70-200 F2.8 L IS USM Z is an RF L series lens that takes into consideration functions end-users value most. Taking the same exterior case design and internal mechanics of the RF24-105mm F2.8 L IS USM Z, the RF70-200 F2.8 L IS USM Z lens balances well as a companion on gimbals and rigs. Compatible with extenders, the RF70-200 F2.8 L IS USM Z produces high-quality images with its large f/2.8 zoom aperture and has minimal focus breathing, ideal for content creators. Its iris ring enables fine-tuned video recording and its compatibility with power zoom adapters makes it a strong addition for video production needs. Additional features include:
- Close up shooting with a maximum magnification of 0.3x
- Image stabilization equal up to 5.5 stops in the center on the lens alone, or up to 7.5 stops in the center, up to 7.0 stops in the corners in coordinate control within-body IS
- Dust and drip resistant construction as well as light weight at approximately 1,100 grams
Pricing and Availability The Canon RF24mm F1.4 L VCM and RF50mm F1.4 L VCM lenses are expected to be available in December at estimated retail price of $1,499.00* and $1,399.00,* respectively. The Canon RF70-200 F2.8 L IS USM Z lens is expected to be available in November at estimated retail price of $2,999.00*.
Learn more and order here:
Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Z Lens
Canon RF 24mm F1.4 L VCM Lens
Canon RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM Lens
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