Deal: Canon EOS R – $1949 (reg. $2299, import model)

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Canon EOS R at a glance:

  • 30.3MP Full-Frame CMOS Sensor
  • DIGIC 8 Image Processor
  • UHD 4K30 Video; C-Log & 10-Bit HDMI Out
  • Dual Pixel CMOS AF, 5655 AF Points
  • 3.69m-Dot OLED Electronic Viewfinder
  • 3.15″ 2.1m-Dot Swivel Touchscreen LCD
  • Expanded ISO 50-102400, 8 fps Shooting
  • Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, SD UHS-II Card Slot
  • Multi-Function Bar, Dual Pixel RAW

eBay seller DealsAllYear (99.7% positive ratings) has the Canon EOS R on sale at $1,949. Compare at $2,299.

Please note: this is an import model, 1 year US seller warranty applies. Import models are legally imported from another country through channels other than the maker’s official distribution system. Limited time offer.

More Canon EOS R information is listed here.

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Canon Patent Application For Speedbooster-like Focal Reducer

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Hi Lows Note spotted a Canon patent application 2019-003074 that describes a focal reducer.

A focal reducer does the opposite of a teleconverter, reduces the focal length and increases the lens aperture. You likely know that from the Metabone Speedboosters.

Specification and lens arrangement of master lens 1 (18-55mm, F2.8)
Zoom ratio: 3.05
Focal length: 17.50 – 53.35 mm
F number: 2.80 – 2.80
Half angle of view: 36.65 – 13.71 
Image height: 13.02 – 13.02 mm
Lens length: 148.81 – 172.70 mm
Back focus: 35.51 – 40.31 mm

Specification and lens arrangement of master lens 1 with reducer 1
Focal length: 11.36 mm
F number: 1.82
Half angle of view: 36.67 
Image height: 8.46 mm
Lens length: 142.26 mm
Back focus: 2.00 mm

Specification and lens arrangement of master lens 2 (34mm, F1.4)
Focal length: 34.20 mm
F number: 1.45
Half angle of view: 32.32 
Image height: 21.64 mm
Lens length: 129.16 mm
Back focus: 39.35 mm

Specification and lens arrangement of master lens 2 with reducer 5
Focal length: 23.92 mm
F number: 1.02
Half angle of view: 32.33 
Image height: 15.14 mm
Lens length: 125.59 mm
Back focus: 2.00 mm

Deal: Benro Carbon Fiber Transfunctional iFoto Series 1 Tripod Kit – $169 (reg. $334, today only)

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Benro Carbon Fiber Transfunctional iFoto Series 1 Tripod Kit at a glance:

  • Load Capacity: 13.2 lb
  • Maximum Height: 57.7″
  • Minimum Height: 13.8″
  • Folded Length: 13.7″
  • Leg Sections: 5
  • Weight: 3.1 lb
  • Carbon Fiber Legs
  • Reverse-Folding Tripod Legs
  • Detachable Monopod Leg
  • IB0 Ball Head

Only for today (1/10/19) B &H Photo has the Benro Carbon Fiber Transfunctional iFoto Series 1 Tripod Kit on sale at $169. Compare at $334.

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Lexar Made The World’s First 1TB SD Memory Card (preorder at $400)

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Press release:

Lexar Announces 1TB 633x SDXC™ UHS-I card, the behemoth of storage capacity.

You can preorder the Lexar 1TB memory card for $399.99 at B&H Photo and Adorama

Key Messages:

  • Leverages Class 10 UHS-I (U3, V30) technology for a read transfer speed up to 95MB/s (633x)*
  • Capture high quality images and extended lengths of stunning 1080p full-HD, 3D, and 4K video**
  • Enjoy shooting longer without changing cards with this high-capacity 1TB memory card
  • High-speed file transfer from card to computer to dramatically accelerate workflow

San Jose, USA, January 9, 2019 – Lexar, a leading global brand of flash memory solutions, today announced the new Lexar® Professional 633x SDXC™ UHS-I card with 1 terabyte (1TB) of memory.

Shoot and record more of what you love without changing cards with this high-capacity 1TB memory card that supplies the space you need for capturing all the action. Designed for your mid-range DSLR, HD camcorder, or 3D camera, the Lexar® Professional 633x SDXC™ UHS-I card lets you quickly capture, and transfer high-quality photos and stunning 1080p full-HD, 3D, and 4K video**, with read speeds of up to 633x (95MB/s)*. This Class 10 card leverages UHS-I technology to deliver high-speed performance to get the shot you want, while providing the reliability you need.

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