SIRUI Auto Focus Anamorphic Lenses Coming to X, E, and Z-Mount

By Louis Ferreira | Published: July 3, 2023


SIRUI announced they will be producing autofocus lenses for X, E, and Z-Mount. This is exciting news for videographers and photographers that find anamorphic lenses difficult to manually focus.

Sirui 24mm F2.8 Anamorphic 1.33X: Amazon / Adorama / B&H Photo 
Sirui 50mm F1.8 Anamorphic 1.33X: Amazon / Adorama / B&H Photo
Sirui 75mm F1.8 Anamorphic 1.33X: Amazon / Adorama / B&H Photo
SIRUI Saturn 35mm T2.9 Full-Frame Carbon Fiber 1.6x Anamorphic:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
SIRUI 1.25x Anamorphic Adapter: Amazon / B&H Photo

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SmallRig Fujifilm X-S20 Cage and Leather Case

By Louis Ferreira | Published: July 3, 2023

Fujifilm X-S20: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Fujinon XF8mm f/3.5: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

SmallRig released a leather case and cage for the Fujifilm X-S20 that can be ordered from B&H Photo.

SmallRig Full Camera Cage for FUJIFILM X-S20
SmallRig 4230 Overview
Custom-fit for your FUJIFILM X-S20 camera, this Full Camera Cage from SmallRig provides four-sided protection and additional mounting points for customizing your rig configuration. A NATO rail, two cold shoe mounts, and multiple 1/4″-20, 3/8″-16, and ARRI-style anti-twist 3/8″-16 threads can accommodate articulating arms and other accessories while maintaining access to the camera’s ports and buttons. The cage also has a QD socket, strap slots, and a bottom with an Arca-type form for easy mounting on tripods and select gimbals.

SmallRig Leather Case for FUJIFILM X-S20
SmallRig 4232 Overview
The Leather Case for FUJIFILM X-S20 from SmallRig is made from genuine top grain cow leather and has an aircraft-grade aluminum alloy skeleton with bottom plate. This case protects your camera, is wear and water resistant, and breathable. Easily attach your camera to this case with the thumb screw on the bottom. This case snugly fits your camera curves and provides protection while still allowing access to the screen, buttons, battery door, and card slots. There is a bottom 1/4″-20 threaded hole for attaching your camera to a tripod while it is in the case.

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More OWC Atlas Ultra CFExpress B Cards and OWC Atlas Dual CFexpress Type B & SDXC UHS-II Card Reader Released

By Louis Ferreira | Published: July 3, 2023


We previously announced affordable OWC CFExpress B cards here, but now OWC’s CFExpress readers and full Ultra lineup are available and the Ultra cards have the specs and price to compete with higher-end CFExpress cards on the market.

OWC Atlas Ultra CFExpress B
OWC Atlas Ultra 165GB
OWC Atlas Ultra 325GB
OWC Atlas Ultra 650GB
OWC Atlas Ultra 1.0TB
OWC Atlas Ultra 2.0TB

  • High-performance, highest quality memory card for the most demanding video recording uses of professional filmmakers and continuous burst mode shooting by advanced photographers
  • Ultra speed: up to 1500MB/s write and 1700MB/s read real-world speeds for the most advanced uses cases of professional content creators including fast burst RAW image sequences and high bitrate video recording up to 8K
  • Dependable: delivers 1300MB/s minimum sustained write speed
  • Supportive: fully compatible with a wide variety of DSLR and mirrorless cameras; Compliant: fully meets CFexpress Type B 1.0 and 2.0 specifications
  • Tough: impact, bend, shock, ESD, UV ray, and x-ray resistant; 3 Year OWC Limited Warranty
Capacity165 GB325 GB650 GB1.0 TB2.0 TB
Max sequential read1700MB/s1700MB/s1700MB/s1700MB/s1700MB/s
Max sequential write1500MB/s1500MB/s1500MB/s1850MB/s1850MB/s
Min sustained write1400MB/s1400MB/s1400MB/s1500MB/s1500MB/s


OWC Atlas Dual CFexpress Type B & SDXC UHS-II Card Reader

  • Compact bus-powered dual slot CFexpress and SD memory card reader that helps creative pros and content creators work smarter and more efficiently;
  • Workflow Efficiency: Ingest 2 cards Simultaneously; Maximum Versatility: Read CFexpress and SD Cards; Portable Convenience: Built-In Cable with Bus Power; USB-C Compatible: Compatible with with Mac, PC, iPad, Chromebook
  • Efficiently fast: Ingest your memory cards at up to 1032MB/s; Travel-ready: Bus-powered with integrated cable that tucks away when not in use; Pocket-sized: Sized and weighs like a small smartphone for easy portability
  • Travel-ready: Bus-powered with integrated cable that tucks away when not in use; Pocket-sized: Sized and weighs like a small smartphone for easy portability
  • Safe: Write-protection switch prevents unwanted file deletion, card formatting, and data written in both slots
  • Informative: Separate LEDs for instant update on each slot’s power and activity status
  • Desktop-ready: Second USB-C port for longer cable use at studio/home office with built-in protection

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Fujifilm Savings Sunday

By Louis Ferreira | Published: July 2, 2023

Fujifilm extended the sales that were ending last week through July.

Fujifilm GFX100 Save $3500:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Fujifilm GFX100S Save $500:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujifilm GFX50SII Save $800:
B&H Photo / Amazon  / Moment / Adorama

Fujinon GF50mm f/3.5 Save $250:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujinon GF80mm f/1.7 Save $450:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujinon GF 110mm F 2 R LM WR Save $550:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujinon GF 35-70mm f/4.5-5.6 WR Save $500:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujinon GF 32-64mm f/4 R LM WR Save $450:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujinon GF45-100mm f/4 R LM OIS WR Save $450:
B&H Photo / Amazon /Adorama
Fujinon GF100-200mm f/5.6 R LM OIS WR Save $400:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Fujifilm X-H2S:
Bundle with XF200, XF70-300mm, XF100-400mm, or XF150-600mm to save
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama

Fujinon XF 56mm f/1.2 R (Save $500):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Fujinon XF1.4X TC WR (Save $100):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Fujinon XF2X TC WR (Save $100):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Tamron 17-70mm f/2.8 Di III-A VC RXD (Save $100):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Tamron 150-500mm F/5-6.7 Di III VC VXD (Save $200):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Tokina at-m 33mm f/1.4 ( Save $130):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Tokina atx-m 23mm f/1.4 (Save $170):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Venus Optics Laowa 17mm f/4 GFX (Save $200):
B&H Photo

Venus Optics Laowa 9mm f/2.8 Zero-D (Save $100):
B&H Photo / Amazon


New Stuff
Fujifilm X-T5: B&H Photo / Amazon

Fujifilm X-H2:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujinon XF56mm f1.2 MKII:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujinon GF20-35mm f/4:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama

Fujifilm X-H2S:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujinon XF18-120mm F4.0 LM PZ WR:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama
Fujinon XF150-600mm f/5.6-8 R WR:
B&H Photo / Amazon / Moment / Adorama


Other Deals
Memory Card Savings
Power Banks

Samsung 4TB SSD Save 40%: Amazon / B&H Photo / Adorama

Battery Banks
PowerCore+26800 PD
other more affordable options

New Apple M2: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
New Apple Mac Pro: B&H Photo
New Apple iPad Pro and More: B&H Photo / Adorama
New Apple iMac Pro: B&H Photo / Adorama
New Apple MBP: B&H Photo / Adorama
MacBook Pro (Savings still available): B&H Photo

Limited-time iPad Pro Savings
iPad Pro Bundles: B&H Photo

Software Deals
Luminar Neo & Aurora HDR 2019 (Savings code FUJIADDICT)
ON1 Photo RAW 2023
ON1 PhotoKeyword AI
ON1 Sky Swap AI
ON1 Photo Resizer AI
ON1 NoNoise AI
ON1 Portrait AI
ON1 HDR
Picktorial
TopazLabs
Capture One


B&H Photo is having a big 4th of July sale and you can see all the deals here or check out some of the ones I found below:

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Mitakon Zhongyi Creator 135mm f/2.5 For GFX

By Louis Ferreira | Published: July 1, 2023


Mitakon released an interesting lens for GFX the Mitakon Zhongyi Creator 135mm f/2.5 which is a very fast telephoto lens for G mount. The effective focal length is about 105mm and the resulting image should be similar to a 105mm f/1.4 lens on the large GFX sensor. You can preorder one at B&H Photo today.

Performance
Focal Length135mm
ApertureMaximum: f/2.5
Minimum: f/22
Camera Mount TypeCanon EF & RF, Nikon F & Z,  Sony E, Fuji GFX
Format Compatibility35mm Film / Full-Frame Digital Sensor / GFX
Maximum Reproduction Ratio0.1x
Angle of View18.2°
Minimum Focus Distance3.94′ (1 m)
Elements/Groups9 Elements in 7 Groups
Diaphragm Blades9
Features
AutofocusNo
Physical
Filter ThreadFront: 67 mm
Dimensions (DxL)3.11” x 5.39”(79x 137mm）
Weight1.86 lb / 845 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight1.45 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)6.8 x 4.1 x 3.7″
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Yongnuo YN50mm f/1.8 X DA DSM PRO Teaser #2

By Louis Ferreira | Published: June 30, 2023


The Yongnuo YN50mm f/1.8 X DA DSM PRO must be getting closer since Yongnuo started showing us the lens a few weeks ago in ads here. The lens was also at trade shows a few months ago here. Yongnuo has several lenses planned for X-mount this year which are listed below:

2023 Lens Lineup

  • Yongnuo 11mm f/1.8
  • Yongnuo 23mm f/1.4
  • Yongnuo 33mm f/1.4
  • Yongnuo 50mm f/1.8
  • Yongnuo 56mm f/1.4

Yongnuo lenses can be found at B&H Photo and Amazon.

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