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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B&H Photo 4th of July Savings

By Louis Ferreira | Published: June 29, 2023


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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Sigma 50-140mm f/2.8 Patent Found

By Louis Ferreira | Published: June 29, 2023


Fujinon XF 50-140mm F2.8 R LM WR:
B&H Photo /Amazon / Adorama

A Sigma 50-140mm f/2.8 patent has been found that would be similar to Fujifilm’s Fujinon XF 50-140mm F2.8 R LM WR lens for X-mount. If Sigma brings a 70-200mm f/2.8 equivalent lens to market it will be interesting to see how they differentiate it from the Fujinon XF 50-140mm F2.8 R LM WR.

  • Applicant: Sigma Co., Ltd.
    Publication number: P2023090116
    Application number: P 2021204904
    Publication date: 2023-06-29Title
    of invention: Imaging optical system
  • Kind Code: A1 A compact image forming optical system having a small open F value over the entire zoom range is provided.
  • Since the body of the mirrorless camera has been downsized by eliminating the mirror, downsizing of the imaging optical system is required accordingly. Also, there is a demand for a large aperture zoom lens with a small open F-number over the entire zoom range.
  • Patent Document 1 discloses a positive lead type zoom lens having a bright open F number of about 2.8 and having a lens group closest to the object side fixed with respect to an image plane during zooming. Since the optical total length does not change, convenience and robustness are high, but there is a problem that the size of the imaging optical system is large.
  • Patent Document 2 discloses a positive lead type zoom lens having a bright open F number of about 2.8 and a shortened optical overall length at the wide-angle end. However, since many lens groups with large diameters that move during zooming are arranged on the image side of the aperture stop, the mechanism required for zooming is large, and the size of the lens barrel in the radial direction is large. .
  • SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION It is an object of the present invention to provide a compact imaging optical system with a small open F-number over the entire zoom range.

  • Example 1 (for 50-140mm F2.8 APS-C)
    Zoom ratio 2.70
    Wide angle Medium Telephoto
    focal length 50.50 85.38 136.50
    F number 2.92 2.92 2.92
    Total angle of view 30.62 18.00 11.40 Image height 14.20
    14.20 14.20
    Lens length 125. 00 137.38 145.00

  • Example 2 (for 70-200mm F2.8 full size)
    Zoom ratio 2.70
    Wide angle Medium Telephoto
    focal length 72.00 122.00 194.10
    F number 2.92 2.92 2.92
    Full angle of view 32.92 19.26 12.12
    Image height 21.63 21.63 21.63
    Lens length 168.0 0 190.61 203.60

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Viltrox EF-GFX and Viltrox EF-GFX Pro Smart Autofocus Adapter Firmware Updates Released

By Louis Ferreira | Published: June 28, 2023


Viltrox EF-GFX AF: Amazon / B&H Photo / Adorama
Viltrox EF-GFX Pro AF: Amazon / B&H Photo

EF-GFXv2.04 Upgrade Instructions

  1. Added the function of memory parameters when the power is off. The button on the adapter ring switches the A mode and the P mode, and the set parameters can be saved when the power is off.
  2. Calibrated the aperture table of the lens and the adjustable range of the aperture value.
  3. The EXIF ​​information of the photos is added, and the photos taken can query the detailed information of the lens, focal length, aperture and other information and the company’s LOGO.
  4. Added lens anti-shake function.
  5. Added lens switching AF->MF focus mode.
  6. Improve focus speed and focus stability.
  7. 62 lenses are compatible with GFX50X, GFX50S and GFX100S cameras.
  8. The camera with non-contact manual lens keeps flashing and cannot take pictures.

EF-GFX V2.04  Firmware Download

EF-GFX PRO V1.01 Upgrade Instructions

  1. Added the function of memory parameters when the power is off. The button on the adapter ring switches the A mode and the P mode, and the set parameters can be saved when the power is off.
  2. Calibrated the aperture table of the lens and the adjustable range of the aperture value.
  3. The EXIF ​​information of the photos is added, and the photos taken can query the detailed information of the lens, focal length, aperture and other information and the company’s LOGO.
  4. Added lens anti-shake function.
  5. Added lens switching AF->MF focus mode.
  6. Improve focus speed and focus stability.
  7. 62 lenses are compatible with GFX50X, GFX50S and GFX100S cameras.
  8. The camera with non-contact manual lens keeps flashing and cannot take pictures.

EF-GFX PRO V1.01  Firmware Download

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Affordable OWC Atlas Pro and Atlas Ultra CFExpress B Cards

By Louis Ferreira | Published: June 27, 2023


OWC isn’t well known in the world of photography, but they have been making Apple accessories for years now. They also have a line of CFExpress Type B cards that is well-priced and available now.

OWC Atlas Pro CFExpress B
OWC 2.0TB Atlas Pro
OWC 1.0TB Atlas Pro
OWC 512GB Atlas Pro
OWC 256GB Atlas Pro
OWC 128GB Atlas Pro

  • Cost-effective, highest quality memory card for the most demanding needs of professional photographers and the most common uses cases of professional filmmakers
  • Pro 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 6K
  • Supportive: fully compatible with a wide variety of DSLR and mirrorless cameras; Compliant: fully meets CFexpress Type B 1.0 and 2.0 specifications
  • Supported: fully compatible with the latest Canon, Nikon, and Panasonic cameras; Backwards compatible: with XQD devices
  • Tough: impact, bend, shock, ESD, UV ray, and x-ray resistant; 3 Year OWC Limited Warranty

OWC Atlas Ultra CFExpress B
OWC Atlas Ultra 165GB

  • 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

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New Instax Biz App Released

By Louis Ferreira | Published: June 26, 2023


Fujifilm Instax Mini Link 2: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Instax Wide Link: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Instax SP-2: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Instax SP-3: B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Instax Biz App: iOS / Android

Released an upgraded version of “INSTAX Biz”, an application that allows you to use INSTAX “Cheki” for event business
Handing out memories at stores, events, and connecting more with customers
Newly equipped with a QR code generation function to further improve convenience
FUJIFILM Corporation (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Teiichi Goto) is pleased to announce the release of the smartphone printer “Check” * 1 INSTAX Link series (hereafter referred to as “Link series”) compatible event app “INSTAX Biz”. Stax Biz)” will be released on June 26, 2023. This upgraded version will further improve convenience by adding a new function that allows you to generate a QR code*2 within the app and insert it into an original template, thereby further strengthening the relationship between customers and event organizers . We aim to Key visual of “INSTAX Biz”

Since its launch in 1998, the instant photo system INSTAX, which has long been popular in Japan under the nickname “Cheki”, has expanded its lineup from analog instant cameras to hybrid instant cameras and smartphone printers. We have expanded our user base to male and middle class. In 2019, the brand tagline was “don’t just take, give.” to In September 2022, we will release the event application “INSTAX Biz” *3 compatible with the smartphone printer “Link series” , expanding the use of INSTAX to the business field. Already used in more than 50 events in 20 countries around the world.

“INSTAX Biz” is an app that connects to the “Link series” printer via Bluetooth *4 , and provides customers with special instax prints by taking pictures and printing with original design templates for various events. Special memories of the event can be preserved in a form with the added value of original templates and QR codes, which not only improves the satisfaction of visitors, but also increases the effectiveness of advertisements and promotions and leads to digital content. It is effective and allows you to build strong relationships with your customers.

The upgraded version to be released this time has a new function to create a QR code within the app. This makes it possible to create original templates that incorporate digital content more quickly and easily. In addition, since the link destination of the QR code can be changed even after printing, it can be used more easily and timely for information transmission to customers and marketing. Read More »

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