Sigma 105mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art lens to sell at $1999?

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Sigma 105mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art at a glance:

  • EF-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
  • Aperture Range: f/1.4 to f/16
  • Three FLD Elements, Two SLD Elements
  • One Aspherical Element
  • Super Multi-Layer Coating
  • Hyper Sonic AF Motor, Manual Override
  • Weather-Sealed, Protective Front Coating
  • Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm
  • Removable Rotating Arca-Type Tripod Foot
  • Compatible with Sigma USB Dock

One of the oldest and most reliable rumor sites out there, Sony Alpha Rumors, got a hint from a reader that a Lithuanian store has the upcoming Sigma 105mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art lens with a price tag of $1,999.

Hard to say if the price in US$ shown in an online store in Lithuania is the same price Sigma will ask in the USA. B&H Photo and Adorama still have the Sigma 105mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art listed without any price tag. However, $1,999 may turn out to be a pretty realistic price (prediction).

It shouldn’t take much longer until the new Sigma 105mm f/1.4 DG ART HSM lens will be available. B&H Photo has you notified when pre-orders are available.

Deal: Rokinon 14mm F2.8 AF Wide Angle – $649 (reg. $799)

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At a glance:

  • EF-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
  • Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/22
  • One Extra-Low Dispersion Element
  • Two Aspherical and Four HRI Elements
  • Ultra Multi-Coating
  • Autofocus, AF/MF Switch
  • Weather-Sealed Construction
  • Rounded, Seven-Blade Diaphragm

Adorama has the Rokinon 14mm F2.8 AF Wide Angle lens on sale at $649. Compare at $799. Free shipping. Available while supply lasts. This is a very interesting lens.

New Rokinon 14mm F2.8 AF Full Frame Ultra-Wide for Canon EF-Mount. This 14mm prime is not only Rokinon’s first auto focus lens engineered for Canon, but it also is their first model to offer weather sealing. Built for the rigors of professional use and uncompromised optical performance, it easily meets or exceeds the performance characteristics of other professional / “luxury” ultra-wides.

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Deal: Canon EOS 6D bundle with photo printer, Tascam audio recorder, more – $999

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Canon EOS 6D at a glance:

  • 20.2 MP sensor, 14-bit A/D conversion, wide ISO
  • HD Video manual exposure & multiple frame rates
  • 11 point AF w high-precision cross-type AF point
  • IFCL Metering
  • 4.5 fps Continuous shooting
  • Built-In Wi-Fi
  • Built-in GPS Receiver
  • Compact and lightweight body

Authorised retailer Adorama has a very good bundle deal on the Canon EOS 6D. You get the EOS 6D bundled with

  • Canon PIXMA PRO-100 Professional Photo Inkjet Printer
  • Canon Plus Luster Semi-Gloss Photo Paper (13×19″), 50 Sheets
  • Tascam DR-10SG Camera-Mountable Audio Recorder with Shotgun Microphone
  • Tascam DR-05 Portable Handheld Digital Audio Recorder

The bundle is yours for just $999, after instant discount and $350 mail-in rebate (instructions). Free shipping. Available while stock lasts.

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Fujifilm expects Canon (and Nikon) to loose 50% market share within 2021, internal memo

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Over at Fuji Rumors they got what appears to be an internal Fujifilm document, not expected to hit the public.

What is this document saying?

[…] within 2021, Fujifilm predicts a decrease in market share for Canon and Nikon of 50%

This seems to be the result from internal studies by Fujifilm Japan. The same Fujifilm document predicts a steady growth for Fujifilm.

I don’t know how realistic it is that Canon’s and Nikon’s market share will decrease by 50% in the next 3 years. That’s would hit Canon and Nikon hard, I guess.

Moreover, if Canon (and Nikon) will eventually announced their full frame mirrorless camera I expect they to get a stronger grip on the mirrorless market and not necessarily to loose market shares. I guess it’s Sony and Fujifilm to worry about what Canon, given their tech know how and engineering skills, may launch mirrorless-wise in the next 8-12 months.

Exciting times, stay tuned.

Deal: Vello Extendá Wi-Fi Camera Remote Control – $79.95 (reg. $129.95, today only)

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At a glance:

  • For Select Canon, Nikon & Sony Cameras
  • Remotely Capture Photos & Video
  • Apps for iOS, Android, Mac, and Windows
  • Creates Wi-Fi Network with 164′ Range
  • Adjust ISO, Shutter Speed, and Aperture
  • Live View & Touch Focus Functions
  • Intervalometer with Bulb Mode
  • Wireless Streaming of Images for Review
  • Connects to Camera via USB Port
  • Integrated Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery

Only for today (5/4/2018) B&H Photo has the Vello Extendá Wi-Fi Camera Remote Control on sale at $79.95. Compare at $129.95. Free shipping.

Deal: Canon EOS 5Ds R – $2100 (reg. $3699, import model)

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Canon EOS 5Ds R at a glance:

  • 50.6MP Full-Frame CMOS Sensor
  • Dual DIGIC 6 Image Processors
  • Low-Pass Filter Effect Cancellation
  • 3.2″ 1.04m-Dot ClearView II LCD Monitor
  • Full HD 1080p Video Recording at 30 fps
  • 61-Point High Density Reticular AF
  • ISO 100-6400; 5 fps Continuous Shooting
  • 150,000-Pixel RGB+IR Metering Sensor
  • User-Selectable Shutter Release Time Lag
  • Anti-Flicker Compensation

Top Rated Plus seller DealsAllYear (99.7% positive ratings) has the Canon EOS 5Ds R on sale at $2,099.99. Compare at $3,699. 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.

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