Sony announce new CFast memory cards in their Pro card line-up

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Sony completes Pro memory card line-up with new CFast range

Ultra-fast G Series CFast memory cards with up to 510MB/s write speed for photographers and videographers

(ASIA PACIFIC, 28 November 2017) – Sony today announced the launch of a range of high performance CFast memory cards designed to meet the needs of professional photographers and videographers. The new G Series CFast responds to the ever increasing capabilities of high-end DSLR and 4K cinema-grade broadcast cameras, offering lightning-fast write speeds of up to 510MB/s and read speeds of up to 530MB/s1. Joining an established range that includes Professional internal SSDs, XQD and SxS cards, as well as the world’s fastest SD card2, the new CFast models strengthen Sony’s position as a leader in professional memory solutions.

Step up to industry-leading write speeds

Professional photographers demand faster speed for continuous burst shooting of higher resolution images like RAW. With up to 510MB/s write speed, far outperforming the capabilities of existing CFast cards, G Series supports high-speed burst shooting of high resolution RAW, maximizing the capability of high-end DSLR cameras like the Canon 1DX Mark 2.

Reliable 4K video recording with VPG130 support

As well as ultra-fast write speed, the new CFast cards support VPG1303 for reliable recording of Cinema-grade or high-bitrate 4K video. A minimum sustained write speed of 130MB/s is guaranteed, making the new media ideal for stable recording of professional grade 4K video such as Cinema RAW light mode with Canon C200 video cameras.

Super-fast read speed for ultra-effective workflow

Efficient workflow is essential for professional photographers and videographers working in challenging environments to tight deadlines. With a blazing fast read speed of 530MB/s, G Series CFast dramatically reduces the time it takes to transfer RAW files, long 4K video footage and high-resolution images to a PC.

Designed for strength and reliability

The new CFast cards have passed a variety of stringent drop, vibration, shock and rigidity tests, making them perfect for shooting in many different locations. They work reliably across a wide range of temperatures and are highly resistant to static. With a hard case and Sony File Rescue software4 included for recovering accidentally deleted photos such as RAW images and videos, professionals can shoot with confidence in the toughest conditions.

The new G Series CFast 2.0 memory cards will be available in 32GB (CAT-G32), 64GB (CAT- G64) and 128GB (CAT-G128) capacities in selected Asia Pacific countries in the 1st quarter of 2018. Please check with the authorized dealers for pricing and availability.

For more information on Sony’s CFast card, please visit www.sony-asia.com/b2b

Hot Deal: Canon EOS 77D with EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM and PIXMA Pro-100 – $599 (after MIR, reg. $949)

Eos 77d

Canon EOS 77D at a glance:

  • Optical Viewfinder with a 45-point All Cross-type AF System
  • Speed and Precision – Dual Pixel CMOS AF with Phase-detection
  • High-speed Continuous Shooting – Up to 6.0 Frames per Second
  • High Resolution 24.2 Megapixel CMOS (APS-C) Sensor
  • 7,560-pixel RGB+IR Metering Sensor
  • DIGIC 7 Image Processor, ISO 100–25600 for Maximum Performance
  • 3 Ways to Connect: Built-in Wi-Fi, NFC and Bluetooth
  • Set Up Your Shot on a Vari-angle Touch Screen, 3.0-inch LCD
  • Anti-flicker Shooting and Movie Electronic IS
  • HDR Movie & Time-Lapse Shooting
  • Kit Includes Eyecup, Cover, Strap, Battery with Charger, STM Lens, 2 Caps and Printed Matter Unit

Another great deal by authorised Canon retailer Focus Camera (the other deal is on the EOS 80D)

Get the Canon EOS 77D bundled with EF-S 18-55mm f/4-5.6 IS STM lens, PIXMA Pro-100 professional photo printer, 50 sheet photo paper, for $599 after $350 mail-in rebate (instructions). This is a Black Friday 2017 offer and I have no idea how long it will last. If you are comfortable with mail-in rebates then this is a killer deal!


We are looking for the best deals by reliable and Canon authorised retailersOur select Black Friday 2017 deals are listed here.

Amazon EU and Amazon US Black Friday pages are already up and running and first deals are online. Have a look: Amazon US, Amazon CA, Amazon DE, Amazon UK, Amazon FR, Amazon ES and Amazon IT.

Amazon US Cyber Monday Deals    –    B&H Photo Cyber Monday deals    –    Adorama Cyber Monday Deals    –    Canon Store Cyber Monday Deals

B&H Photo has a Black Friday 2017 page   –   Adorama has a Black Friday 2017 page   –   Canon USA has a Black Friday 2017 page

All B&H Photo’s Canon deals for Black Friday are listed here   –   All Adorama Canon deals for Black Friday are listed here.

You may also be interested in these Canon EOS 5D Mark IV and EOS 6D Mark II and bundle deals.

If you’re hunting deals it’s a good idea to regularly check the page of your interest.

Hot Deal: Canon EOS 80D with PIXMA Pro-100, SanDisk 64G card – $699 (after MIR, reg. $1,049)

Eos 80d

Canon EOS 80D at a glance:

  • 24.2 Megapixel (APS-C) CMOS Sensor
  • DIGIC 6 Image Processor
  • Build-In Wi-Fi
  • Built-In Near Field Communication Technology
  • Intelligent Viewfinder with Approximately 100% Coverage
  • Dual Pixel CMOS Auto-Focus
  • High-Speed Continual Shooting up to 7 Frames Per Second

Great deal by authorised Canon retailer Focus Camera. Get the Canon EOS 80D bundled with PIXMA Pro-100 professional photo printer, 50 sheet photo paper,  and a SanDisk 64GB memory card for $699, after $350 mail-in rebate (instructions). This is a Black Friday 2017 offer and I have no idea how long it will last.


We are looking for the best deals by reliable and Canon authorised retailersOur select Black Friday 2017 deals are listed here.

Amazon EU and Amazon US Black Friday pages are already up and running and first deals are online. Have a look: Amazon US, Amazon CA, Amazon DE, Amazon UK, Amazon FR, Amazon ES and Amazon IT.

B&H Photo has a Black Friday 2017 page   –   Adorama has a Black Friday 2017 page   –   Canon USA has a Black Friday 2017 page

All B&H Photo’s Canon deals for Black Friday are listed here   –   All Adorama Canon deals for Black Friday are listed here.

You may also be interested in these Canon EOS 5D Mark IV and EOS 6D Mark II and bundle deals.

If you’re hunting deals it’s a good idea to regularly check the page of your interest.

Great Deal: Canon EOS 6D Body – $899 (reg. $1,199, Canon refurbished)

Eos 6d

Canon EOS 6D at a glance:

  • 20.2MP Full-Frame CMOS Sensor
  • DIGIC 5+ Image Processor
  • 3.0″ 1.04m-Dot Clear View LCD Monitor
  • Full HD 1080p Video Recording at 30 fps
  • 11-Point AF with Center Cross-Type Point
  • Native ISO 25600, Extended to ISO 102400
  • 4.5 fps Shooting at Full Resolution
  • Built-In Wi-Fi and GPS Connectivity

For Black Friday 2017, the Canon Store has a special and limited time offer: get a refurbished Canon EOS 6D for $899. Refurbished gear from the Canon Store comes with 1 year Canon USA warranty.

Btw, there is a 15% off on refurbished gear at the Canon Store for Black Friday 2017:


We are looking for the best deals by reliable and Canon authorised retailersOur select Black Friday 2017 deals are listed here.

Amazon EU and Amazon US Black Friday pages are already up and running and first deals are online. Have a look: Amazon US, Amazon CA, Amazon DE, Amazon UK, Amazon FR, Amazon ES and Amazon IT.

B&H Photo has a Black Friday 2017 page   –   Adorama has a Black Friday 2017 page   –   Canon USA has a Black Friday 2017 page

All B&H Photo’s Canon deals for Black Friday are listed here   –   All Adorama Canon deals for Black Friday are listed here.

You may also be interested in these Canon EOS 5D Mark IV and EOS 6D Mark II and bundle deals.

If you’re hunting deals it’s a good idea to regularly check the page of your interest.

“NYC Layer-Lapse” is an amazing display of New York City (and shot with Canon gear)

Layer-lapse

We featured other works by time-lapse photographer Julian Tryba in the last years. Tryba’s latest effort is a layer-lapse of New York City, NYC Layer-Lapse.

You may wonder what a “layer-lapse” is. Julian Tryba describes it as follows:

Traditional time-lapses are constrained by the idea that there is a single universal clock. In the spirit of Einstein’s relativity theory, layer-lapses assign distinct clocks to any number of objects or regions in a scene. Each of these clocks may start at any point in time, and tick at any rate. The result is a visual time dilation effect known as layer-lapse.

You have to watch the video to grasp the idea entirely.

To realize NYC Layer-Lapse Julian Tryba made 22 trips to New York, spent 352 hours filming, paid $1,430 in Parking Fees, drove 9,988 miles, and took 232,000 pictures. As you can see this is way more than a weekend project. He used five Canon DSLRs (Canon EOS 5Ds, EOS 5D Mark III, EOS 5D Mark II, EOS 6D, EOS 7D), a Sony A7rii, and a bunch of lenses (Canon 200-400mm, Canon 100-400mm ii, Canon 70-200mm 2.8 ii, Canon 16-35mm 2.8 ii, Canon 24mm f1.4 ii, Canon 24-70mm 2.8 ii, Zeiss T* 50mm 1.4, Canon 135mm f2, Sony G 16-35mm 2.8, Canon 24-105mm, Rokinon 20mm 1.8).

NYC Layer-Lapse is not your usual time-lapse clip, it is a work of art born from passion and hours of work. More about how it was made can be read here. Kudos!

Black Friday 2017: Sigma 135mm f/1.8 DG HSM Art lens – $1,199 (reg. $1,399, free Sigma USB dock)

Sigma 135mm f/1.8
Sigma 135mm f/1.8 DG HSM Art

Sigma 135mm f/1.8 DG HSM Art at a glance:

  • EF-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
  • Aperture Range: f/1.8 to f/16
  • Two FLD Elements, Two SLD Elements
  • Super Multi-Layer Coating
  • Hyper Sonic AF Motor, Manual Override
  • Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm
  • TSC Material, Brass Bayonet Mount
  • Compatible with Sigma USB Dock

For Black Friday 2017, B&H Photo has the Sigma 135mm f/1.8 DG HSM Art discounted by $200, and on sale at $1,199. A free Sigma USB dock is also included. Free shipping. Won’t last long.


We are looking for the best deals by reliable and Canon authorised retailersOur select Black Friday 2017 deals are listed here.

Amazon EU and Amazon US Black Friday pages are already up and running and first deals are online. Have a look: Amazon US, Amazon CA, Amazon DE, Amazon UK, Amazon FR, Amazon ES and Amazon IT.

B&H Photo has a Black Friday 2017 page   –   Adorama has a Black Friday 2017 page   –   Canon USA has a Black Friday 2017 page

All B&H Photo’s Canon deals for Black Friday are listed here   –   All Adorama Canon deals for Black Friday are listed here.

You may also be interested in these Canon EOS 5D Mark IV and EOS 6D Mark II and bundle deals.

If you’re hunting deals it’s a good idea to regularly check the page of your interest.