In Stock: Zeiss 135mm f/2 Apo Sonnar T* ZE ($2122, Limited Quantity)

Zeiss 135mm f/2

The Zeiss 135mm f/2 Apo Sonnar T* ZE Lens is in stock at B&H with a limited supply for $2122 (click here). Not a lens for those on a budget but then: you get what you pay for, and that’s a lens with outstanding build quality and optical performance.

  • 135mm Telephoto Prime Lens
  • Fits Canon EF Mount Cameras
  • Aperture Range: f/2-22
  • Minimum Focus Distance of 2.62′ (0.8 m)
  • Apochromat Lens; Minimal Aberrations
  • Nine Blade Circular Aperture
  • Anti-reflective Coatings
  • Precise Manual Focus
  • Compact Design; All-Metal Barrel

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Canon EOS 650D vs. EOS 700D Comparison Video (which one is best for you)

DigitalRev’s Kai wants to know the differences between the Canon EOS 650D / Rebel T4i [shoplink 5623](price & specs)[/shoplink] and EOS 700D / Rebel T5i [shoplink 11242](price & specs)[/shoplink]. Does the EOS 700D have enough nw features to make it worth over the EOS 650D?

Canon EOS 650D price check: [shopcountry 5623] Canon EOS 700D price check: [shopcountry 11242]

Next Speculation About Canon’s EF 200-400mm f/4L IS 1.4x Lens Release Date

EF 200-400mm f/4L IS 1.4x
Image credit: ephotozine.com

Just a few days ago we featured a sneak preview of the Canon EF 200-400mm f/4L IS 1.4x lens. The lens that looks as if it will never get released to the public. The latest murmured release date was postponed to 2014! Now there are new tidbits about the release of the lens: May 14, 2013, may the the day Canon will eventually officially announce this highly awaited lens to the public, the lens should then be available to the public in September-October 2013. Prototypes exist and are undergoing tests, see here and here.

[via CR]

Canon EOS 70D Announcement Not Before June 2013?

EOS 70D
Canon EOS 70D mock-up (not the real one)

Another Canon EOS 70D rumor surfaced and is reported at Northlight Images. No specs this time but some tidbits about the announcement. They have been told that the announcement of the EOS 70D is “some 6 weeks away”. It appears as if some of the expected Canon announcement may have been delayed due to technical and marketing reasons.

The Canon EOS 70D announcement is a sort of mistery. No real leaks so far and repeatedly wrong announcement dates. Where the hence is the EOS 60D [shoplink 335]price & specs)[/shoplink]replacement?

Canon EOS 60D price check: [shopcountry 335]



2K Raw DNG Possible On Canon EOS 5D Mark II And Mark III

The skilled hackers at Magic Lantern just discovered that 2k raw DNG output on both the Canon EOS 5D Mark II and Mark III is possible. For the time being it is not possible to record video, but it is expected that 24fps will be possible.

The idea is to intercept the DNG stream and to save frame sequences to the memory card. The ML team says the output can be used for single frames without shutter actuation. That’s great for timelapse photography:

No mirror flip or shutter curtain movement. This is a big deal for time lapsers who sometimes shoot 1000 or more shots in 1 sitting. This can significantly extend the life of their cameras. Also bodes well for RAW video in the future.

This looks to be a true breakthrough for the ML team. The information came from their Facebook page.

Canon EOS 5D Mark II price check: [shopcountry 254] Canon EOS 5D Mark III price check: [shopcountry 2431]

[via EOSHD and nofilmschool]

Canon Rebel SL1 / EOS 100D Sample Pictures

Lots of Canon Rebel SL1 / EOS 100D [shoplink 11240](price & specs)[/shoplink] sample pictures for your viewing pleasure. Check how the world’s smallest DSLR performs at the following links:

  • ephotozine has plenty of images, ISO tests included. High res pics can be downloaded
  • DPreview has 35 sample pictures and three videos
  • photographyblog has samples covering the whole ISO range a sample video

Rebel SL1 / EOS 100D core specs:

  • 18.0MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
  • DIGIC 5 Image Processor
  • 3.0″ Clear View II Touchscreen LCD
  • ISO 100-12800, Expandable to 25600
  • Full HD 1080 Video with Continuous AF
  • 4.0 fps Continuous Shooting
  • 9-Point AF System
  • Scene Intelligent Auto Mode
  • Compact and Lightweight; Weighs 0.8 lb
  • Compatible with Canon EF and EF-S Lenses

Canon Rebel SL1 / EOS 100D price check: [shopcountry 11240]