I was thinking which photo to share today to celebrate Father’s Day. Of all the options, I eventually chose a picture that I took this week in the Ecuadorian Amazon. Why this? Probably because it provides a little conservative and comic on fathers – somewhat round creatures fluttering amidst happiness and concerns …Chaitoceus Helodor,
Recent announcements
- Leica Vario-Elmarit-SL 28-70mm f/2.8 asph.: This lens is new to leika, but it is based on the four-year-old Sigma 28–70 mm F/2.8 DG DN contemporary (both have 16 elements in 12 groups, a minimum focus of 0.19 m, and 67 mm filter thread). So where do differences lie? For the beginning, the leaks suggests to the scales on approximately 100 grams of heavy, which suggests a little more metal and low plastic in the build. Coatings also come from Germany instead of Japan. But the price is the place where things really get distracted. Sigma currently sells $ 989While the new Leica is available for Vario-Almarit Preorder $ 1,890,
- Roleley AF 85 mm F/1.8: “Beginning of a new era.” In this way, Roleley (once famous producer of twin-lens film reflex cameras) is starting their first lens for modern mirrorless systems. However, the lens looks similar to the current 7Artisans 85 mm f/1.8 AF with the same optical design. From July 9, Lens will be available for € 299 for Sony E and Nikon Z Mount. The Sony model will also have a linear aperture ring, while there will not be Nikon.
- Manfroo One + Manfroo 500x Fluid Head + Manfroo Exchange: A new tripod system for hybrid photo/video creators. It is a tripi (20kg load capacity, maximum height 170.2 cm, weight 2kg) center controlled leg extensions, built -in spikes and even a leveling base. The center column can be placed both vertically and horizontally. The new Xranchge system allows for quick swapping of head, sliders or other accessories. Available in carbon fiber ($ 720) Or aluminum ($ 500) version. New 500X fluid head ($ 220)) The imbalance acts like a classic video head, but adds a tilt platform to the stomach or vertical shooting of the video. And finally, Manfrot Xchelay Adapter ($ 55) You also enjoy a quick-swap system with third-party gear.
rumor mill
Is DJI to leave a full-frame mirrorless camera?
DJI – The best known for its action cameras, drones and gimbals – the mirrorless camera is rumored to create a bold step in the market. And if the rumors are to be believed, it will not be a shy first, but a serious splash. DJI Ronin Mirrorless (Working Title) has a facility of about 45MP sensors, 4-Xis gimbal-style ibis, 10-bite raw in 120 FPS in 4K video, a 10-bitor raw, instant raw file transfer, your phone or cloud, smart subject tracking and a gentle of other features familiar with the current line of DJI.
Given the impressive rumor glasses, which actually raise eyebrows, is the suggested value tag – said that around € 2,500. It seems that Nikon suddenly decides to sell Z8 for the price of Z6 III. And what about the lens? The camera is rumored to either adopt L-Mount or to adopt a brand-new DL-mount system with adapters for RF, E and Z lenses. Sounds too good to be true? We can find out this year, as DJI’s first mirrorless camera is expected to make its official start at the end of 2025.
Through City magazine
New Sigma Lenses are coming soon!
In the coming days, Sigma is expected to announce two interesting lenses. Both lenses are expected to be designed for Canon’s APS-C cameras. The first rumor suggests 17–40 mm f/1.8 (26–60 mm equivalent). The second one suggests a 12 mm f/1.4 lens that should provide an area equal to 18 mm full-frame. The expected prices of these lenses are $ 799 and $ 649 respectively.
Through Canon rumors
Good deals and new sales
If you are going to an adventure work, why not capture it on the video? It is here that an action camera is used. In this category, Gopro remains a classic go-to choice. Gopro Hero 13 Black Currently on sale for $ 330 ($ 430). If you do not object to skipping features such as interchangeable lens modes (including anamorphic), a GPS module, or new magnetic growing system, you will not be wrong with the old. Gopro Hero 12 BlackNow price of $ 300 ($ 370). And if you are looking to save a little more, DJI Osmo Action 4 At $ 249 ($ 299) is also a high-rated, reliable option.
Last week, I got a chance to shoot with a photographer, which still uses a DSLR. I have to accept, the sweet voice of a slap mirror shook a wave of apathy in me. DSLRs are away from obsolete, especially now that many great lenses are available at incredibly low prices. And if you are not looking for a second hand option, then these new DSLR cameras are still on the market and at some very attractive prices:
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Other pages of interest
I believe, I usually think of a drone that four spinning propellers are placed as a high-level high boosing machines. But this is not like this. This week, I came to know that my neighbor from a nearby city is the only manufacturer in the world that produces drones that fly by fluttering their wings, a lot like a dragonfly or an Hamingbird. Flapper drone Wingspan and Flapping Frequency (12 times per second) The world’s largest hummingbird, huge hummingbird (Petagas gigasThe sound is a pleasant low frequency, the feathers are harmless to anyone around, and the flight actually humorizes a dragonfly hunting or a flower.
Some animals are only known to science through the discovery of their bodies. Until some time ago, it was the case with squad Gonatus AntarcticusIts remains were usually found inside the abdomen of large animals (such as sperm whales), washed on the edge, or caught in a fishing net. However, a National Geographic Society campaign was recently managed to film a live sample for the first time at a depth of 7,000 feet near the coast of Antarctica. You can watch the video of this elusive creature – as well as how it was found with its attractive story National Geographic Website.
The same fiber optic cables that are used to control malignant FPV drones on the battlefield in Ukraine can also serve completely peaceful purpose. The proof of this is a picture taken by a soldier of the 12th Azov Brigade, who found and captured A bird’s nest image Almost completely fiber is made from optic cables. Hopefully, the day will come soon when this is the only way that such materials are seen in beautiful Ukrainian rural areas.
Photo Theme Challenge, Week #106
Last week was the theme Sparkling lightAnd you can see the result In this threadThank you everyone for your submission! This week is the theme of TriangleAnd you can present your results In this thread Saturday, June 21, till 2025!
Week #105 results
Let us see some shots received for the theme “Sparkling Light”
Photo of moaro70:
These sparkling lights add some atmosphere to the group of puffins.
PRG Lagarde shows a similar approach with its photo of an swallow:
I like the smooth form of background and creative theme placement in that shot!
The picture of Frederick Dentor is next:
It is clear how candles show Bokeh’s discrepant level from focus to pure bokeh balls!
Finally, Danny’s photo:
In this case, the out-of-focus of specular highlights provides additional contrast to the head of the Pelican.
Thanks to everyone for submitting your photos in the challenge, and we hope to look more in the next week Triangle Subject.
