Sony Alpha Deals For August on Mirrorless Cameras and Lenses

Sony has announced several discounts on its Alpha camera bodies and lenses for its “Summer Sale.” This includes discounts on the high megapixel A7R IV camera. Select lenses are discounted and Sony is also offering a few bundles of bodies and lens combinations.

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You can order from Adorama* as well as the Sony site. Right now, the A7R 1IV is listed at $500 off at $2999.* The A7R IV is the first Sony mirrorless camera I actually liked. The body felt great in my hands and of course the image quality is stellar.

Others on the list include:

  • A7 III (body only) $200 off at $1798*

  • A7R III (body only) $600 off at $2198*

  • 24-70mm f/2.8 G Masters E-mount lens $200 off at $1998*

  • 35mm f/1.8 OSS E-mount lens $100 off at $373*

  • A7R IV with FE 24-105 G OSS e-mount lens $800 off at $4096

See more on the Adorama* site on the main page featuring sales and deals.

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Sony's "Imagine and Create Week" Deals

Beginning June 13th through June 19th, Adorama* and Sony have partnered up to give photographers and creators deals on select Sony products. This also includes a trade-in option towards select Sony Full-Frame mirroless cameras and lenses. In addition to the sales, Adorama is offering FREE Sony Sensor cleanings at the store on June 15th.

Image: Adorama

Below are some of the deals for “Imagine & Create Week”

Sony Alpha a7R IV Mirrorless Digital Camera Body (V2) with Accessories Kit* - $2,998 (Instant Rebate: $500)

 

Be sure to check out other deals at Adorama* all while helping support me and my content by using my affiliate link here and above.


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Nikon Z9 Mirrorless Camera Announced

Nikon has announced it’s latest pro camera body in the form of a full-frame mirroless Z9. This company has been (unfairly) negatively mentioned quite a bit in the photography community regarding its history with the mirrorless line of cameras. I recently chatted with Seth Miranda on my show about these grumbles and gripes from the community. But anyway, the Z9 is looking to be a bold statement from Nikon.

Image: Adorama

Tech specs of note

The camera is a mirrorless body, but a “shutter-less” body as well. Well, a mechanical shutter, that is. There is an enclosure over the sensor, but this isn’t a mechanism used during capturing images. Does this mean an improvement in sensor readout and rolling shutter? In addition to 45 megapixels, you’ll get:

  • 8K/30p capture and 4K-from-8K, with ProRes 422 HQ

  • 8K/60p, 12-bit 8K N-Raw and 4K ProRes RAW (coming soon with a software update)

  • Dual CFExpress type B card slots

  • 30 frames per second capture

  • 120 frames per second capture (at a 11 megapixels)

  • Improved autofocus and tracking

  • Tilting rear LCD. It’s interesting looking. . . .

Image: Adorama

All of these specs look great and pretty much expected for a flagship device. I appreciate the fact that the dual card slots are identical. Not just an “ultra fast” slot and a “fast” slot the way other manufacturers are doing it. The squad Chris and Jordan at DP Review did a great video checking out a pre-production Z9 out and about in Seattle. I’m putting there video below. Be sure you click like and subscribe on their channel. You can pre-order the Z9 for $5496 over on Adorama.* Again, this seems like everything you’d expect in a pro body, but with really competitive pricing.

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Pre-Order The Canon EOS R3 Mirrorless Camera NOW

Canon has been on a tear with its mirrorless camera offerings the last year or so. Then we saw a new pro-grade, full-frame body was coming available. The EOS R3. This is the mirrorless option that Canon states will stand between the EOS R5 and the flagship 1DX II, although the 1DX model isn’t mirrorless.

From a tech spec standpoint, expect:

  • 30 frames per second high speed shooting

  • rugged build with excellent weather sealing

  • 4K video recording with Canon Log (c-log) 3

  • 6K RAW video capability

  • Dual pixel autofocus for animals, bird and human eye detection

  • rumored 24 megapixel stacked image sensor

Pretty beefy specs, as expected. Especially considering that at least one photographer was lucky enough to shoot the 2021 Summer Olympics with a pre-production R3. Says a lot about the potential capabilities of this camera.

The shipping date is November 30, 2021. I also know that you can get your pre-order in with the squad at Adorama on this page*. Do you plan on getting one? I can’t say that I plan on it, but it would be nice to play with one. Stay tuned.

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New Macro Flash from GODOX and Flashpoint

Godox is a pretty popular brand in the photography space. In particularly, for beginners, hobbyist or flat out budget-minded photographers. Yep, I use quite a few Godox kit in my content creation endeavors. Godox has now announced a new flash designed for macro photography. But wait, there’s more. . . .

Image: GODOX

Image: GODOX

Not your typical macro flash

Like a typical speed lite or off camera flash you can mount the MF 12 to the top of your camera or on a stand quite easily. But where this differs from any speed lite is not in its size, but in its ability to be mounted to your camera’s lens. With the help of an adapter, of course.

Image: GODOX

Image: GODOX

The adapter is quite similar to a step-up ring you’d use for larger ND filters, but instead of attaching a filter, you attach the MF 12. If you have more than one MF 12, you can attach them all around the circumference of your lens.

Image: GODOX

Image: GODOX

Having the MF 12 in this position is ideal for macro photography considering how much closer a macro lens can be towards the image subject, but this can also be used as a nifty ring light for portraits. Ring lights are great for high key images or images where you really want flat light with minimal contrast showing on your subject. Granted, the catch light created in the model’s from a ring light is not something I care for. I prefer a round soft box catch light in the eyes versus the rings show in the image below.

Image: GODOX

Image: GODOX

You can preorder the MF 12 from Adorama via the Flashpoint branding. It’s still a Godox, just the branding exclusive to Adorama. I think the pricing is quite fair based on the portability and capability. Can get a bit pricey if you order more than two, in my opinion. Let me know what you think. Dig it? Gonna get one? Check out the video preview below.

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Nikon Announces Rebates and Deals on Cameras

As an Adorama affiliate, I’m notified of certain deals regarding photography gear quite regularly. Sometimes, the deals are not all that, but then there’s the deals like this one going on for the Nikon line of photography. At the time of this blog post, Nikon is offering up to $500 in rebates on select camera bodies and camera bundles. Here are a few of note below.


Lenses

Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.6- 5.6. Was $596, now $396.

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NIKKOR 35mm f/1.4G AF-S BUNDLE. Was $1696. Now $1546.

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NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G AF-S Bundle was $196. Now $166

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Cameras

D780 FX-Format DSLR with 24-120mm kit lens bundle was $2796. Now $2496.

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Z50 Mirroless with 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 kit lens bundle. Was $996. Now $896.

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Those are just a few of the items I thought were worth mentioning. Go to Adorama via my affiliate link to see more of the deals. Thanks for checking it out and supporting my content.

Don't Forget About Panasonic

With all the madness and going on with year 2020, it didn’t mean the camera companies were going to stop production of their consumer or professional products. Today, Panasonic announced its latest s-series camera body with the S5*. Another full-frame mirrorless option for today’s consumers.

The content creation industry continues to grow. Creators are constantly looking for the best tool to suit their needs. Some from Canon, some from Sony or Nikon, some from Panasonic. The S5 is popping into a sweet spot touting high quality performance at friendly price.

Tech Specs

  • 24 megapixel full-frame sensor, native 3:2 aspect ratio

  • Full-frame 4K (UHD), 10-bit, 30 frames per second video

  • HD video up to 180 frames per second

  • 2.3 million dots electronic view finder

  • dual SD card slots (1 UHS-II, 1 UHS-I)

  • in-body stabilization

  • WiFi and bluetooth connectivity

  • Seven frames per second high speed burst mode shooting

  • HLG and V-log video profiles

  • micro HDMI I/O

  • fully articulating rear screen

From the looks of this camera body, it’s checking all the applicable boxes for enthusiasts and content creators to take great photos and film good looking video. The body seems a bit smaller than what I’d like, but the advantage is the weight will be much lower at less than two pounds (body only). Perfect for most. I’d probably struggle with it in my large hands, but this is definitely looking like a capable body from information shared in the tech specs. You’re not going to get ALL of the video shooting capabilities of the S1H* such as 6K video, but you’re also not paying the same premium price. But, being able to shoot video in LOG is awesome.

(All images provided by Panasonic)

Pricing starts at $1998 for pre-order.* Check out the video demo from the squad at Adorama* down below. I’ve reached out for a loaner to play with for myself and maybe do a segment on Hands On Tech. I’ll keep you posted.





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REVIEW: Flashpoint Xplor 300 Pro Studio Flash

Here’s my review of the studio strobe I previously mentioned. I did my video review of this product for work. It’s the Flashpoint Xplor 300 Pro. Check it out below. Also, as an official affiliate for Adorama, you can use my link to purchase this studio flash. Not only will you be supporting Adorama, but you’ll also be supporting me as a content creator as I will get a few cents commission. I appreciate the support. And thanks for checking out the video. Be well and DO well.