Sigma 16-300mm F3.5-6.7 DC OS | Contemporary Announced

By Louis Ferreira | Published: February 24, 2025


Sigma 16-300mm F3.5-6.7 DC OS | Contemporary (Preorder):
B&H Photo / Amazon

Sigma Corporation is pleased to announce the launch schedule of the Sigma 16-300mm F3.5-6.7 DC OS | Contemporary.
・Wide-angle, super-telephoto and close-up photography all in one lens
・High-speed autofocus and image stabilization for effortless shooting with reliable results
・Uncompromising optical quality that redefines the standard for super-zoom performance

Launch:
L-Mount, Sony E-mount / April 2025
FUJIFILM X Mount, Canon RF Mount / May 2025
Supplied accessories: Lens Hood LH706-03, Front Cap LCF-67 IV, Rear Cap LCR III, Pouch
Available mount: L-Mount, Sony E-mount, FUJIFILM X Mount, Canon RF Mount

* Product appearance and specifications are subject to change.
* L-Mount is a registered trademark of Leica Camera AG.
* This product is developed, manufactured and sold based on the specifications of E-mount which was disclosed by Sony Corporation under the license agreement with Sony Corporation.
* This product is developed, manufactured and sold under license from Canon Inc.

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Sigma presents the world’s first*1 mirrorless lens with an approximate zoom ratio of 18.8x. Powerful yet portable, the 16-300mm F3.5-6.7 DC OS | Contemporary delivers outstanding results in any situation.
The all-new Sigma 16-300mm F3.5-6.7 DC OS | Contemporary features an 18.8x zoom ratio, the world’s largest*1 for an APS-C format mirrorless lens. Covering the entire range from wide-angle to super-telephoto, this extremely versatile lens brings the full range of photographic subjects within reach, from landscapes and portraits to wildlife and sports photography.

With a maximum magnification ratio of 1:2, the 16-300mm F3.5-6.7 DC OS | Contemporary captures detailed close-ups with ease. Its HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) motor provides exceptionally fast, smooth and accurate autofocus – ideal for fast-moving subjects such as birds and aircraft. The lens offers 6 stops of image stabilization at the wide end and 4.5 stops*2 at the telephoto end, helping photographers achieve blur-free results even at longer focal lengths and in low light.

This ultra versatile all-in-one zoom is the perfect tool for creative photographers who want to work in a wide range of photographic genres.

*1 As an AF compatible interchangeable lens exclusively for mirrorless, as of February, 2025 by Sigma.
*2 Based on CIPA guidelines. (Measured at a focal length of 16mm and 300mm using an APS-C camera)

[Key specifications]
Lens construction: 20 elements in 14 groups (1 FLD, 4 SLD, 4 aspherical elements)
Angle of View: 83.2-5.4°
Number of Diaphragm Blades: 9 (Rounded Diaphragm)
Minimum Aperture: F22-45
Minimum Focusing Distance: 17cm(W) – 105cm(T) / 6.7in.(W) – 41.4in.(T)
Maximum Magnification Ratio: 1:2 at f=70mm
Filter Size: φ67mm
Maximum Diameter x Length: φ73.8mm x 121.4mm / φ2.9in. x 4.8in.
Weight: 615g / 21.7oz.

* The figures below are for the L-Mount version.

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New Broncolor RFS 3C Transmitter

By Louis Ferreira | Published: February 22, 2025


Broncolor RFS 3C Transmitter:
B&H Photo / Adorama

Featuring a straightforward stylish design for easy operation, this RFS 3C Transmitter for Canon from Broncolor provides manual control of select power packs and monolights. With a convenient full-color OLED touchscreen, the RFS 3C works with Satos, Scoro, Siros, and Move models equipped with the RFS 2 module. This highly compact transmitter slides onto your compatible Canon camera’s hot shoe. Transmission range is from up to 328′. It weighs a mere 1.6 oz and is powered by a built-in USB-C rechargeable battery that fully charges in two hours. Broncolor includes the charging cable and a bag for safe storage.

Easy Operation
Users will appreciate a full-color OLED touchscreen backed by an integrated rotary control and two local buttons. Simply swipe and tap to adjust all necessary parameters. Additional benefits include a screen lock, the ability to adjust the brightness of the trigger, and a sleep timer that saves battery power.

2.4 GHz Frequency
The RFS 3C connects through the 2.4 GHz frequency with a transmission range of 328′. It has a studio address setting range of 1-99 and a lamp address setting range of 1-40.

UBS-C Rechargeable Battery
The built-in lithium battery fully charges in two hours via an USB-C port and included cable. Standby time is approximately seven days.

Broncolor Compatibility
If your Broncolor power pack or monolight previously worked with the RFS 2.1 or 2.2 models, it will also work with the RFS 3C.

Other Benefits

  • Manual flash, non-TTL
  • High-speed sync support
  • The output is adjustable in full or 1/10 f-stops
  • Adjust the modeling light of compatible Broncolor flash devices
  • Memory function to store and recover your settings
  • User-selectable automatic switch-off

Construction Details

  • Compact design at just 1.8 x 1.6 x 1.5″
  • Firmware updates via USB-C port

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PowerShot V1 Announced

By Louis Ferreira | Published: February 20, 2025

PowerShot V1: B&H Photo

Canon Launches “PowerShot V1,” the Flagship Model of the “PowerShot V Series”
Meeting the Diverse Needs of Creators with Advanced Video and Still Photography Features
Canon will release the “PowerShot V1”, a compact digital camera that enables easy yet professional-quality video and still photography, in late April 2025.

The “PowerShot V1” is the second model in the “PowerShot V Series”, following the Vlog camera “PowerShot V10”, which was released in June 2023. This compact digital camera is designed for high-quality video recording.

Compared to the 1.0-inch sensors commonly used in compact digital cameras, the PowerShot V1 features a 1.4-inch CMOS sensor with twice the surface area, delivering higher image quality and greater sensitivity.

With a zoom range equivalent to approximately 16mm to 50mm (35mm equivalent), the camera is versatile enough for group selfies, snapshots, vlogging, and a variety of other shooting scenarios.

Additionally, it combines high-performance autofocus (AF) and multiple shooting modes in a compact body, allowing creators to easily capture both professional-quality video and still images.

Canon will continue to expand its lineup of cameras that excel in both video and still photography, meeting the diverse needs of users.

Main Features

An All-in-One Camera That Balances Professional-Quality Performance and a Compact Body

For the first time in a Canon compact digital camera, the PowerShot V1 features a 1.4-inch CMOS sensor with a maximum effective resolution of approximately 22.3 million pixels (for still photography), combined with the DIGIC X image processor. This enables a maximum standard ISO sensitivity of 32,000 (for still photography).

Additionally, Canon’s proprietary Dual Pixel CMOS AF II for PowerShot ensures fast and highly accurate autofocus.

The camera also supports eye detection technology, which can track not only human eyes but also animals (dogs and cats), making it easier to achieve precise focus even with unpredictable movement.

By integrating high-end shooting performance into a compact body, the PowerShot V1 is designed for easy portability, making it a great companion for travel and everyday photography.

Video Recording Features for Greater Creative Freedom, Including a Built-in Cooling Fan

The camera is equipped with an internal cooling fan, which efficiently dissipates heat to reduce the impact of temperature increases on recording time during video shooting.

In addition to 4K cropped recording at 60P, the camera supports Canon Log 3, enabling 10-bit recording with rich gradation and excellent color reproduction.

Furthermore, it offers specialized shooting modes, including:

•“Review Mode”, ideal for product reviews

•“Image Stabilization Video”, effective for handheld shooting

These features ensure a comfortable and versatile video recording experience.

High-Speed Continuous Shooting at Up to 30 FPS and Versatile Still Photography Features for Capturing Every Moment

With the electronic shutter, the camera enables continuous shooting at up to approximately 30 frames per second (FPS), making it easy to capture fast-moving subjects with precision.

Additionally, the camera features “Advanced A+” mode, which automatically recognizes scenes and optimizes settings for challenging conditions such as nightscapes and backlit environments.

For creative expression, it includes a variety of “Creative Filters”, allowing users to capture unique and artistic shots with effects like Miniature Mode and Toy Camera Mode. These features provide a rich and versatile photography experience.

※1 When recording video, the 35mm equivalent focal length ranges from approximately 17mm to 52mm.
※2 For still photography. When recording video, the maximum effective pixel count is approximately 18.7 million pixels. Due to image processing, the effective pixel count may be reduced.
※3 The maximum autofocus coverage area is approximately 90% horizontally × 90% vertically.
※4 The eye detection function supports humans and animals (dogs/cats). It does not support birds or horses.
※5 When “Auto Horizon Correction” is enabled, the “Image Stabilization Video” mode cannot be used.

  • 22MP Type 1.4 (18.4×12.3mm) Dual Pixel AF CMOS sensor
  • 16-50mm f/2.8-4.5 zoom lens with 3EV ND filter
  • Full-width 4k 30p from 5.7k capture
  • 4K/60p from a 1.4x crop (1:1 pixel capture)
  • Up to 30 fps stills capture in e-shutter mode
  • Cooling fan
  • Wired or wireless video streaming
  • Multi-function hotshoe
  • Fully-articulated touchscreen
  • Headphone and mic sockets

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Zeiss OTUS ML 50mm F1.4 and ZEISS OTUS ML 85mm F1.4 Coming February 25th

By Louis Ferreira | Published: February 19, 2025

Zeiss released a teaser of the new Zeiss Otus ML 50mm f/1.4 coming February 25th on X. Last week we shared a teaser that Zeiss is back and now we know they plan to return to developing Zeiss Otus lenses which are some of their best. There are also details on Chinese websites that require a login that I am sharing below, which include details about the Zeiss Otus ML 85mm f/1.4 that will likely launch along side the 50mm Otus.

Zeiss Otus New Lens Appearance and Preorder Price Leaked, Includes Sample Images
After six years, the Zeiss Otus mirrorless, short-flange-distance photography lenses are finally on their way. Unlike the DSLR era, when only one lens was released at a time, this time we’re getting two at once:
•Zeiss Otus ML 50mm F1.4 (E-mount / RF-mount / Z-mount)
•Zeiss Otus ML 85mm F1.4 (E-mount / RF-mount / Z-mount)

Otus 50mm F1.4 Specifications:
•APO design
•Distagon retrofocus construction, 14 lens elements
•The first element is aspherical
•Incorporates many special glass elements
•All-metal, made in Japan
•Manual focus
•77×100 mm, 677 g (the weight has finally come down!)

Otus 85mm F1.4 Specifications:
•APO design
•Sonnar construction (exact number of lens elements unknown)
•88×113 mm, 1040 g (this one’s a bit heavy)

Just when we thought Zeiss might be stepping away from the consumer photography market, this oldest giant in optical history has returned with a new-generation product.

It brings back memories of when the Otus 55mm F1.4 was released and ignited a revolution in large-aperture standard lens design (the Otus 55 was unveiled on October 7, 2013). After the Otus 55, a series of newly structured standard lenses burst onto the scene like mushrooms after the rain. From then on, standard lenses were no longer tied to the familiar double-Gauss design that hadn’t changed much since the 1960s.

The old saying, “Buy the cheapest 50mm prime,” became somewhat of a joke once standard lens designs became more complex.

Now, let’s look forward to seeing what kind of impact this new short-back-focus Otus can bring to the photography world. Will the new Zeiss Otus lead the next decade of optical design and become the benchmark for consumer photography lens quality in the next ten years? We can’t wait to find out!

A Retailer also posted and pulled the listings but I have the information from them below:

Product Specifications
ZEISS OTUS ML 1.4/85 RF PRE-ORDER

  • The all-metal construction with the highest craftmanship and quality made in Japan.
  • Clear, easily readable, and ultimate precise scales, allow quick and accurate adjustments to maintain full control and focus.
  • Compact and portable form
  • 1.4/50: 77 x 100mm, 677g
  • 1.4/85: 88 x 113mm,1040g.
  • Optimized for latest mirrorless mounts (Sony1 E, Canon2 RF. Nikon3 Z).

The story of portrait photographers: they have a certain image in mind They plan and cast, test out different lighting situations, try to push their subject to the limits and optimize their craft until they’ve achieved to visualize their vision.

Product Specifications
ZEISS OTUS ML 1.4/50 RF PRE-ORDER

Lens Design ZEISS Otus ML 1.4/50
Distagon with 14 lens elements Lens with aspheric optical surface
Lens made of special glass

  • The all-metal construction with the highest craftmanship and quality made in Japan.
  • Clear, easily readable, and ultimate precise scales, allow quick and accurate adjustments to maintain full control and focus.
  • Compact and portable form
  • 1.4/50:77 x 100mm, 6779
  • 1.4/85: 88 x 113mm,1040g.
  • Optimized for latest mirrorless mounts (Sony1 E, Canon2 RF. Nikon3 Z).

Zeiss lenses can be found on B&H Photo and Amazon

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Canon Powershot V1 Spec Leaked

By Louis Ferreira | Published: February 17, 2025


So the Canon Power Shot V1 will not be an m43 camera according to weibo. The translated specs are below:

Canon PowerShot V1 specs rumored:
1.3-inch, 24MP CIS, manufactured by Canon, 3:2 aspect ratio
Equipped with DIGIC X processor, supports phase difference focus
With multi-function hot shoe
Equipped with 16-50mm lens (.equv135)
Uses 3-inch, 1-megapixel LCD screen
Supports up to 4K60P/1080P/120P video, as well as vertical video and streaming video
Video uses support for H2.265 encoding, as well as C-Log 3/HDR PQ
RAW, C-RAW, Dual Pixel RAW
Will be released in February or March, priced at $899

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Canon Savings Sunday

By Louis Ferreira | Published: February 16, 2025


Now With Bundle Savings! Each Retailer Has Their Own.
Bodies
Canon EOS RP Mirrorless Camera (Save $100):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Canon EOS R50 Mirrorless Camera (Save $50):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Canon EOS R8 Mirrorless Camera (Save $200):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Canon EOS R6 Mark II Mirrorless Camera (Save $200):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Lenses
Full Frame
Canon RF 5.2mm f/2.8 L Dual Fisheye 3D VR (Save $200):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Canon RF 85mm f/1.2 L USM DS (Save $200):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Canon RF 135mm f/1.8 L IS USM (Save $200):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Canon RF 15-30mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM (Save $100):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Canon RF 15-35mm f/2.8 L IS USM (Save $200):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Canon RF 28-70mm f/2 L USM (Save $200):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM (Save $200):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama
Canon RF 100-500mm f/4.5-7.1 L IS USM (Save $200):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Sigma Lenses
Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN | Contemporary (Save $60):
B&H Photo / Amazon / Adorama

Sirui
Sirui 50mm f/1.8 Super35 Anamorphic 1.33x (Save $130):
B&H Photo
Sirui Saturn 35mm T2.9 1.6x Carbon Fiber (Save $300):
B&H Photo
Sirui Saturn 50mm T2.9 1.6x Carbon Fiber (Save $300):
B&H Photo
Sirui Saturn 75mm T2.9 1.6x Carbon Fiber (Save $300):
B&H Photo
Sirui Saturn T2.9 1.6x Carbon Fiber Full-Frame Anamorphic 2 Lens Set (Save $750):
B&H Photo
Sirui Saturn T2.9 1.6x Carbon Fiber Full-Frame Anamorphic 3 Lens Set (Save $1,110):
B&H Photo

Flashes
Godox AD200Pro TTL Pocket Flash (Save $50):
B&H Photo / Amazon

Other Deals
Memory Card Savings
Power Banks
Storage
Smallrig
WANDRD Bags
RoboSHOOT MX-15+ / RX-15 Wireless TTL Flash Trigger

Battery Banks
PowerCore+26800 PD
other more affordable options



New Apple M2 Ultra: B&H Photo / Amazon
New Apple M3: B&H Photo / Amazon
New Apple Mac Pro: B&H Photo
New Apple iPad Pro and More: B&H Photo / Adorama
New Apple MBP: B&H Photo / Amazon
MacBook Pro (Savings still available): B&H Photo

Airpod/Airpod Pro/Max Savings: B&H Photo / Amazon

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

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Luminar Neo & Aurora HDR 2019 (Savings code FUJIADDICT)
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