Canon Patent: 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 and 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 Lenses
Egami (translated) spotted the next patents filed by Canon:100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 and 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 Lenses.
Schneider-Kreuznach Confirms Xenon FF-Primes (T2.1/35mm, T2.1/50mm and T2.1/75mm)
Schneider Kreuznach will soon launch a new series of lenses for full-frame sensors, called Xenon full-frame primes. These high-profile lenses are made for DSLR-videographers (support for 4K resolution) but are perfectly suited for still photography too. Three lenses will make up the initial line-up: T2.1/35mm, T2.1/50mm and T2.1/75mm.
Press release:
Update – Deal (over): Canon EOS M w/ EF-M 22mm f/2 STM – $369
Newegg has the Canon EOS M with EF-M 22mm f/2 STM lens on sale for just $369 (click here). The price shows up when the item is in the cart. This deal will not last long imo.
Ten More Days Of Canon Rebates On DSLR, Lenses, and Bundles
B&H extended the Canon Rebates to more gear, and the well known DSLR + Lens bundle rebates are are also live! Savings can go up to $500 for some bundles. Moreover, some bundles have free accessories with a value up to $100. Moreover, they raised the rewards to 4%. Shipping in US is free and you can save even more with the “buy together and save” option. Click here to check all the offered bundles. The program expires June 22nd.
RAW Compatibility Update For Microsoft Windows Vista, Win 7 and Win 8
Microsoft released a Raw compatibility update for Windows Vista, Windows 7 and Windows 8, adding support for the following Canon Cameras:
Canon EOS 650D, Canon EOS1100D, Canon EOS 6D, Canon Rebel T3i (EOS 600D/Kiss X5), Canon Rebel T4i (Kiss X6i/EOS 650D), Canon PowerShot SX50 HS
Windows 8 users will get the update via the Windows Update system (KB2836187). Windows Vista and Windows 7 users need to go to the Microsoft Download Center.
[via dpreview]
Hot Deal: Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM Lens – $783 (Amazon US)
Hot hot deal by seller Get It Digital on Amazon. The Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM lens is on sale for just $783 (click here). Almost $400 off, regular price is $1150. Limited stock. Found the deal via dealsrunner.com.