I do not know about you, but here outside my window in the 50th parallel north, spring has come with full force. At least, it is that the outside of my window has been continuously announcing since morning. If you are in a deep winter photographic slamb, it’s time to charge your battery, blow the dust with your lens, and format your card. The biggest crop of the year is going to start – not only for farmers, but for wildlife photographers!
Recent announcements
- CP+ business show announcements: It is one of the biggest weeks of the year for cameras and lens announcements! We have already posted articles about many of the most exciting new products. If you remember them then read them here: Sigma BF Camera, 300-600 mm F/4, and 16-300 mm lens, Panasonic S1R II, Zeiss 50 mm f/1.4 and 85 mm f/1.4 otusAnd this Sony 16 mm f/1.8 and 400-800 mm f/6.3-8Are you the most excited of these? For me, this sigma is 300–600 mm f/4.
- Dxo pureraw 5: The main upgradation in this version is the beginning of the third generation of deepprime. In addition to its traditionally strong performance and noise reduction abilities, it now promises significantly to the chromatic aberration and rapid image processing suppression. While Pureraw has always worked well on the autopylot, the fifth generation now allows you to accommodate the force details and luminance sliders for the specific areas of the image. Another UI growth has the ability to save its favorite settings as a preset. And finally, the fujifilm shooter will benefit from the new X-TRANS sensor-tick deepprime XD3 X-TRANS BETA engine. Price? The cost of a new license is $ 120, while DXO will set you back $ 79, upgrading to Pureraw 3 or 4. Availability from 15 April.
- New lenses and mount options from viltrox: Wiltrox unveiled a trio of lens at its CP+ booth. The most exciting declaration is the much awaited Viltrox AF 35 mm F1.2 lab fe. However, Nikon shooters will have to wait a little before making their way for the Z-mount-like the first declared Wiltrox AF 135 mm F 1.8 Lab FE. Another interesting addition is Viltrox AF 85 mm F1.4 Pro Fe, which is currently declared only for Sony. In viltrox hierarchy, the “pro” line sits just below the “lab” line, promises an even more attractive value point. Finally, there is Viltrox AF 50 mm F2.0, which will be available for both Sony and Nikon. Pricing and other details have been announced so far, but as usual, expecting your lens wallet compared to the basic options.
- Height Lab Airtag Camera Plate: This carbon fiber composite, Arca-Swiss compatible tripod plate can hide an airtag in its hidden slot, making it part of your camera. It attachs a CNC-Mukd Stainless Steel Security Terx Screen, reducing the possibility that a thief bus will simply toss the airtags in the nearest garbage. You can only hope that, if necessary, you will find an interested and courageous hand of the law to seize your camera from the thief and return it to your correct owner. For $ 20, it is worth a shot.
- Viltrox camera battery charging case power bank: A charging case and power bank in one. Weight 320g, this case can hold and charge up to two batteries simultaneously. Nikon En-El15, Fujifilm NP-W235, Canon LP-E6 and Sony Complex with Sony NP-FZ100. An underlying LCD screen informs you about the charging position and current battery capacity. According to the manufacturer, a complete fee through the USB-C PD 30W ports takes about 80 minutes. When inserted into the case, your camera battery can serve as a power source, providing backup power (not involved) 5500mAh (40.7Wh). The price is set at $ 70.
rumor mill
New Venus Lava Lens Set for CP+ Manifying
Laowa has secretly teased a new lens through Instagram. Among the upcoming release, which loves my curiosity the most is 15 mm F/4.5 wide angle macro. Other soon released lenses include video-centered Altima 12–120 mm T4, covers Super35 and uses an Arri pl mount, and proteus zoom, not yet announced with specifications. On towards photography, we can also expect 35 mm f/2.8 tilt-shift and 8–15 mm fish-eye. Stay for more information.
Through Venus lava
Schneider Kreuznach and Lk Samyang collaborate on a new lens
The legendary lens manufacturer Schneider is collaborating with a new wide-angle zoom lens, the Air Force at 14-24 mm f/2.8. This zoom range and aperture will be very familiar with Nikon shooters. However, unlike the version of Nikon, it supports the new release standard 77 mm screw-on filter, which eliminates the requirement of heavy and expensive 112 mm adapter-mounted filters. Pricing is expected to be competitive, although the lens is currently expected only for Sony cameras. Let’s expect a wide range of mounts in the future.
Through Photo rumors
Leica SL cameras are rumored to get a new standard zoom lens.
It is not clear what the focal length is it will cover the new zoom. Two possibilities are on the table, both are characterized by a continuous F/4 aperture: 28–105 mm and 24–105 mm. Leica is likely to take advantage of L-Mount Alliance, so this lens sigma 28-105mm f/2.8 DG DN DN Art or Panasonic Lumix S 24-105mm F/4 Macro can inspire OIS
Through Laika rumors
Good deals and new sales
In introduction, I encouraged you to clean your memory card in preparation for the upcoming spring season. But if you also find yourself the need to expand your storage capacity, then here is my selection of the most interesting options at great prices this week.
SDXC
CFEXPRESS Type B
CFEXPRESS Type A
And below there are five great cameras on sales this week:
- Nikon Z9 It was $ 5,497, now $ 4,997: Still one of the best and most versatile cameras. In addition to a $ 500 discount, you also get Nikon MC-CF660G CFEXPRESS Type B Memory Card ($ 767), surely the best card that you can put in the slot of the Z9.
- Nikon ZF $ 1,997 was, now $ 1,797: If you are looking for the right intersection of style, performance, and a full-frame sensor at a reasonable price, do not look forward.
- Panasonic Lumix G9 II It was $ 1,898, now $ 1,698: When looking for the best photo-oriented micro four third camera, it is my winner, at least if we are the factor price factor in the equation.
- Nikon Z6 III $ 2,497 was now $ 2,197: Best visible visual and image stabilization between Nikon cameras (not only). Excellent ergonomics and finally a great autofocus. All this is in a relatively compact package at a reasonable price.
- Nikon Z5 It was $ 1,397, now $ 997: No fancy features, yet a quality camera, which offers $ 10 tickets for the full-frame world, and has access to the Great Nicon Z lens.
Other pages of interest
Wolves on the island of Alesmere, Canada … The Brazilian landscape is undergoing an apocalypse change … with one of the world’s highest golf courses in Bolivia. These and many more attractive themes have been depicted in the recently released selection of the best images from this year. Sony World Photography Awards 2025 Professional category.
As a teacher, I was fascinated by simple yet highly understandable explanation of how the aperture size affects the depth of the area. Tim Klein also uses surprisingly simple analog teaching devices, such as a magnetic board and a piece of string. If you are not completely clear on concepts like confusion and depth of the region, then it is four and a half minutes Video It will change.
Whoever enjoys video games, or wants to practice the art of landscape photography from your home, new game Succulent photography sim Will be available from April 15. From the trailer, it seems that you will be able to independently see the virtual scenarios in Italy, South West Australia in South Tyrol in South West Australia, Kyoto in Japan, Haute-Sevoi in France, Annapurna region in Naple, Northern England in Britain and virtual scenarios in East China Sea. Naturally, you will be equipped with a DSLR camera characterized by all standard functions. The main point of the game is still unknown. I am not completely sure about lens selection, so whether this game is suitable for wildlife photographers, it remains to be seen.
Photo Theme Challenge, Week #91
Last week was the theme TenderAnd you can see the result In this threadThank you everyone for your submission! This week is the theme of Wild animalAnd you can present your results In this thread Saturday, March 9, 2024!
Week #90 results
Let us see some shots received for the theme “soft”, which starts with the photo of RJBFOTO:
The tenderness of ice emerges from the vastness of individual crystals!
Photo of prg lagarde:
All the elements of the photo fade in soft bokeh, which makes the appearance of small fly more delightful when you notice it.
Finally, andrewgusew’s photo:
Tenderness especially goes well with minimalism!
Thanks to everyone for submitting your photos in the challenge, and we hope to look more in the next week Wild animal Subject.
