First Batch Of Security Related Firmware Updates For Canon Cameras Released

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Back in August we reported about a security flaw found in Canon’s firmware concerning the picture transferring protocol (see here and here). Canon announced it would release firmware updates to fix the issue. Here is the first batch:

More updates to follow.

Canon Patent For Various Small/Pancake Prime Lenses For EOS R

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Just small or pancake prime lenses? We are not sure. We are just sure they are small and for the Canon EOS R full frame mirrorless system.

Canon patent application 2019-152683 discusses optical formulas for the following (small) prime lenses:

  • Canon RF 20mm F/2.0
  • Canon RF 35mm F/2.8
  • Canon RF 45mm F/2.8
  • Canon RF 35mm F/2.0

and a 16-35mm f/4 lens, also discussed in the patent application. The lenses appear to be non-L lenses, i.e. less expensive lenses. Are these pancake lenses, in you opinion?

More Canon patent applications are listed here. Some particularly interesting patent applications we think might get into production are these:

Is The Future Mirrorless? Are DSLRs Dead? Here Is More Fuel To Add To The Fire

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Likely one of the most discussed photography topics nowadays. The never-ending, and often futile, debate about mirrorless cameras and DSLRs.

As Ted Forbes, author of the video below, says “gear doesn’t matter beyond picking the right tool for the right job. What matters is what you have to say as a photographer and how you communicate visually“. We fully agree.

“Mirrorless is the future? The DSLR is dead? Kind of a funny argument when it comes down to it” says Ted Forbes. “Photography has grown a lot over its short history. One of the greatest things about it is that no technology ever replaces what’s come before it.”

Ted Forbes thoughts about the mirrorless vs. DSLR debate are told in the 6 minutes video below.

Deal: Nissin i400 TTL Flash for Canon Cameras – $79.99 (reg. $149.99, today only)

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Nissin i400 TTL Flash at a glance:

  • Compatible with Canon E-TTL / E-TTL II
  • Guide Number: 131′ at ISO 100 and 105mm
  • Zoom Range: 24-105mm (16mm with Panel)
  • Tilts Upward 90°
  • Rotates Left & Right 180°
  • Recycle Time: 0.1-4 Seconds
  • Slow, High-Speed, 1st & 2nd Curtain Sync
  • Runs on 4 AA Batteries

Today only (9/12/2019) B&H Photo has the Nissin i400 TTL Flash for Canon cameras on sale at $79.99. Compare at $149.99. Available also for other cameras brands.

Noteworthy KickStarter projects:

  1. SliderMini portable camera slider
  2. Universal camera strap with lifetime warranty
  3. DUO Daypack, quick access camera bag with lifetime warranty
  4. Kamlan 50mm f/1.1 lens for $199
  5. Peak Design super light travel tripod

Today only and selected deals:

More hand-picked deals are listed here.

Authorised Canon retailer B&H Photo has discounted EOS 5D Mark IV and EOS 6D Mark II bundles on offer for the holidays.

We offer 10% discount to subscriptions to Pixpa all-in-one platform for photographers.

Today’s Gold Box and one day only deals at Amazon US, Amazon DE, Amazon UK, B&H Photo, eBay, Adorama.

Canon Europe stores have a cash back promotions going on:

Refurbished lenses and DSLRs at Canon Store (best deals to be found here)

Save $10 on Luminar 4 and/or Aurora HDR 2019 using our code “WATCH” at checkout.

Camera News: Fujifilm X-A7 Officially Announced, 4K Video And Newly Developed Sensor

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Fujifilm X-A7 at a glance:

  • 24.2MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
  • UHD 4K and Full HD Video Recording
  • 3.5″ 2.76m-Dot Articulating Touchscreen
  • ISO 200-12800, Up to 6 fps Shooting
  • 117-Point Hybrid Autofocus System
  • Bluetooth and Wi-Fi Connectivity

Fujifilm announced the Fujifilm X-A7. Preorders are open at B&H Photo | Adorama | Amazon

Press release:

Fujifilm introduces the stylish “FUJIFILM X-A7” with newly-developed image sensor

– Equipped with AF capable of tracking a fast-moving subject and detecting face / eye at high speed and accuracy to capture every precious moment
– Producing high quality 4K video and sporting a large bright rear LCD monitor for excellent operability

Tokyo, September 12, 2019 — FUJIFILM Corporation (President: Kenji Sukeno) announced that it will launch the “FUJIFILM X-A7” (“X-A7”) in Autumn 2019, a new addition to the X Series of compact and lightweight mirrorless digital camera that deliver outstanding image quality with the company’s unique color reproduction technology.

Weighing just 320g*, stylish X-A7 carries a newly-developed 24.24MP APS-C sensor to deliver premium image quality with the company’s proprietary color reproduction technology. The sensor uses copper wiring to enable high-speed data readout, and features phase detection pixels across the entire sensor surface to enhance AF speed and accuracy. This enables AF tracking of a moving subject as well as Face / Eye detection AF with ease. The camera also records smooth 4K/30fps video and high-speed video, catering to the ever-growing need for high-quality video for use in Vlog** and other media.

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