Canon and Sony News for Nov 2024 (Page 3)

Sony ZV-E1 firmware update version 2.00 is available for download.

Firmware Version 2.00 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. Adapts the layout of shooting information on the display for both horizontal and vertical orientations
2. Allows you to select user LUTs via the Cinematic Vlog Set feature
3. Adds the Golden Ratio Grid option to the Grid Line Type setting menu
4. Allows the display of a specified aspect ratio marker on the shooting screen when shooting still images
5. Adds a function that allows you to narrow down played-back images using multiple filters (e.g. Rating)
6. Improves image quality when applying user LUTs
7. Adds a function that automatically creates still images with Shot Marks from movie frames after recordings
8. You can add a Shot Mark while shooting or playing a movie and use it as a mark for selecting, transferring, or editing the movie.
9. Increases the maximum number of images that can be recorded in one folder to 9,999
10. Displays the Wi-Fi signal strength when the Wi-Fi function is On
11. Allows the use of Focus Magnifier and Auto Magnifier in MF while using the Bright Monitoring feature
12. Allows notifications to be displayed when the latest software is available for your camera
13. You can now continue shooting while transferring captured photos and videos to a smartphone or tablet
    Note: Ver. 2.6.0 or later of the Creators' App is necessary. The Creators' App may not be available in some countries or regions. For more information, please visit the Creators' Cloud support website.
14. Transfer to smartphones and tablets can now be resumed even if interrupted in the middle of a transfer
    Note: Ver. 2.6.0 or later of the Creators' App is necessary. The Creators' App may not be available in some countries or regions. For more information, please visit the Creators' Cloud support website.
15. You can now transfer only the differences that have not yet been transferred to your smartphone or tablet, or add videos to be transferred during the transfer process
    Note: Ver. 2.6.0 or later of the Creators' App is necessary. The Creators' App may not be available in some countries or regions. For more information, please visit the Creators' Cloud support website.
16. Allows you to upload camera images directly to the Creators' Cloud
    Notes:
    Settings must be adjusted in the Creators' App in advance. For more information, please visit the Creators' App support website.
    Ver. 2.6.0 or later of the Creators' App is necessary. This service may not be available in some countries or regions. For more information, please visit the Creators' Cloud support website.
17. Adds support for the Network Streaming function Notes:
    Settings must be adjusted in the Creators' App in advance. For more information, please visit the Creators' App support website.
    Ver. 2.6.0 or later of the Creators' App is necessary. The Creators' App may not be available in some countries or regions. For more information, please visit the Creators' Cloud support website.
18. Adds support for the Monitor & Control app
    Note: The Monitor & Control app connects wirelessly to a camera and enables video monitoring and remote control with a smartphone or tablet device.
19. Ver. 2.1.0 or later of the Monitor & Control app is necessary. The Monitor & Control app may not be available in some countries or regions.
20. Improves the functionality and operational stability of the camera

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From Sony Electronics:

Sony Electronics Announces Firmware Roadmap for its Cinema Line

New firmware roadmap illustrates Sony’s commitment to the filmmaking community with continued investment in the Cinema Line

LOS ANGELES – Nov. 6, 2024: Sony Electronics announces upcoming firmware updates to its VENICE 2, FX6, FX3, FX30 and BURANO cameras, continuing its longstanding support for its cinema line cameras. The firmware will be available beginning next year through 2026.

“Firmware updates are an important way for Sony to continue to address the needs of our filmmaking community. Our Cinema Line is built for the future and the firmware will allow our products to continue to evolve with the needs of our filmmakers, especially at a time when the industry is undergoing incredible changes. This is yet another way Sony is looking to support the community,” said Theresa Alesso, President of Imaging Products and Solutions Americas, Sony Electronics.

The firmware updates will be available to download for free and include:

VENICE 2 VERSION 4.0

The Sony VENICE Camera System has been used on more than 500 productions including commercials, television and feature films since it was introduced, with the VENICE 2 digital cinema camera recognized as a world-class cinema camera for cinematographers around the world. VENICE 2 Version 4.0 firmware update is planned to be available August 2025 and will add:

Support of the EL Zone System™, created by three-time Academy award-nominated Director of Photography Ed Lachman, ASC. The EL Zone System™ is an intuitive tool that displays exposure values by using stops instead of IRE, bringing back the direct relationship between lighting and lens stops. The EL Zone System™ comes in addition to the existing tools in VENICE 2.

Based on users’ feedback, Version 4.0 will offer the ability to display frame lines in different colors, simplifying the ability to shoot images for multiple delivery formats.

Sony is pleased to continue to upgrade and evolve the VENICE 2 platform over the coming years, protecting the investment for owners and rental houses: Version 5.0 will be made available in 2026 and Version 6.0 in 2027.

FX3 VERSION 7.0 AND FX30 VERSION 6.0

Based on user feedback, the Sony FX3 and FX30 cameras will get a new firmware update in September 2025. This update to the menu system will standardize the user experience and operational menu across the entire Cinema Line. This will be beneficial for users that combine our multiple level of cameras for production or move throughout the line for different projects.

Other new features of this firmware will include:

A new "BIG 6" menu, similar to the BURANO and VENICE. The new BIG 6 menu will allow filmmakers to check and adjust key items at a glance, including ISO, frame rate, LUT, NDs, and more.

The addition of anamorphic de-squeeze 1.5x, due to the rise of anamorphic lens usage by cinematographers. This new ratio brings new flexibility in terms of lens selection.

The capability of HDMI RAW Output for Blackmagic RAW recording with Blackmagic Design’s Video Assist recorders.

FX6 VERSION 6.0

Sony is pleased to announce that FX6 now supports SDI RAW Output for Blackmagic RAW recording with Blackmagic Design’s Video Assist recorder.

FX6 Version 6.0 is planned for February 2026 and will include:

The FX6 will see a new “BIG 6” menu, similar to the BURANO and VENICE. The new BIG 6 menu will allow filmmakers to check and adjust key items at a glance, including ISO, frame rate, LUT, NDs, and more.

Camera data will no longer be overlaid on top of the image in the viewfinder (On-Screen Display (OSD)) to allow operators to see the full image and necessary data more clearly.

1 Sony recommends that users check update timing on Blackmagic Design’s Video Assist recorder.

BURANO VERSION 2.0

Planned to be released in March 2025, BURANO Version 2.0 offers many new features and improvements requested from the user community, including new recording formats, new 1.8x de-squeeze, and monitoring improvements.

Version 2.0 will include new recording formats including a new 3.8K Full Frame crop that leverages nearly the entire sensor and can shoot up to 120 fps. This new recording mode allows the filmmaker to prioritize faster sensor performance depending on the needs of their application. Other new recording formats include the addition of 24.00 fps to X-OCN 16:9 imager modes and the following:

Full Frame 3.8K 16:9 Mode Up to 120 fps

Super 35 4.3K 4:3 Mode (for Anamorphic) Up to 60 fps

Super 35 1.9K 16:9 Mode Up to 240 fps

BURANO Version 2.0 will also add 1.8x de-squeeze setting as well as additional high frame rate (S & Q) modes including 66, 72, 75, 88, 90, 96, 110 fps.

Version 2.0 also offers monitoring improvements, including standardized SDI video output for monitoring across X-OCN and XAVC and an improved on-screen display which places camera status information outside of the image. Version 2.0 will also include View Finder Gamma Display Assist while using S-Log3 for monitoring.

BURANO Version 2.0 also includes additional exposure tools (High/Low Key) derived from the flagship VENICE camera system. Version 2.0 will also expand white balance memory presets from 3 to 8 and support Active/High Image Stabilization in Full-Frame 6K and Super 35 1.9K 16:9 imager modes.

Finally, Version 2.0 will add breathing compensation and image stabilization metadata in X-OCN.

Availability

The new BURANO Version 2.0 will be available in March 2025. Filmmakers can easily download the update directly to their camera using a Mac or PC.

For more information, visit sonycine.com or follow us on Instagram @sonycine for more information.

From Canon USA:

Canon’s New Updates for Select Cinema EOS Cameras and Pro Camcorders Deliver Enhanced Features

MELVILLE, N.Y., November 6, 2024 — Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, announced today a variety of firmware updates for key models in its Cinema EOS and professional camcorder line of cameras, including enabling connectivity to Frame.io’s Camera to Cloud ecosystem in select cameras. Also, Version 1.2 of the Canon Multi-Camera Control App for iPhone and iPad* will be available from the App Store. All updates are a direct result of customer feedback and will be available through free downloads in December 2024.

Here are the highlights of the firmware updates for each of the Canon products:

EOS C400 Camera

• Adobe Frame.io Camera to Cloud in-camera activation and transmission of proxy files via wireless or wired Ethernet.
• 1.5x anamorphic de-squeeze display assist option.
• To maintain exposure, shutter and ISO/GAIN settings can be added when saving the output frame rate “pull-down” 60<->60 (30-24) fps to an assignable button.
• Adds 1920 x 1080P output option for MON OUT (Monitor out) and HDMI interfaces.
• Supports communications with the new RF70-200 F2.8 L IS USM Z zoom lens and the RF24mm F1.4 L VCM and RF50mm F1.4 L VCM hybrid lenses.

EOS C80 Camera

• Adobe Frame.io Camera to Cloud in-camera activation and transmission of proxy files via wireless or wired Ethernet.
• Adds 1920 x 1080P output option for SDI OUT and HDMI interfaces.
• Supports communications with the new RF70-200 F2.8 L IS USM Z zoom lens and the RF24mm F1.4 L VCM and RF50mm F1.4 L VCM hybrid lenses.
• Displays digital tele-converter icon when activated.

EOS C500 Mark II/ EOS C300 Mark III Cameras

• Displays digital tele-converter icon when activated.

EOS C70 Camera

• Compatibility with the RF17-120 CINE-SERVO lens and the new RF70-200 F2.8 L IS USM Z zoom lens and the RF24mm F1.4 L VCM and RF50mm F1.4 L VCM hybrid lenses.
• Displays digital tele-converter icon when activated.

EOS R5 C Camera

• Support for RF17-120 CINE-SERVO lens and compatibility with the RF70-200 F2.8 L IS USM Z zoom lens and the RF24mm F1.4 L VCM and RF50mm F1.4 L VCM hybrid lenses.
• Displays digital tele-converter icon when activated.
• New subject tracking trigger.
• AF frame can be moved in the display by dragging or sliding to the desired location.

XF605 Camcorder

• Improved lens focus ring responsiveness.
• Improved headphone volume control.
• Displays digital tele-converter icon when activated.

To download the firmware updates once available, or for more information regarding the firmware updates and all of Canon’s professional video products and solutions, please visit:

https://www.usa.canon.com/shop/pro/cameras/cinema-cameras

https://www.usa.canon.com/shop/p/xf605?color=Black&type=New

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Tamron as shared the 1st Quarter 2024 Financial Results.

A selection of quotes:

"Sales of Photographic Products is expected to increase by double digits even the sales of Own-Brand products decline slightly from the Aug. 8 forecast due to delay sales recovery in Europe and US, and a slowdown in the Chinese market in the 2nd half of 2024."

"Strong sales of OEM products is expected to exceed the Aug.8 forecast and is planned to increase by 1.4 times YoY."

"Strong sales in both own-brand and OEM products and the favorable foreign exchange effects led to upward revisions of both Sales and Operating Income following 1st and 2nd quarters."

"Before 2023: Approximately 5 new models. New medium-term(2024-2026) management plan policy: 6 to 7 new models a year to 7 new models in the first year(2024) of the plan."

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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.

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