Irix 11mm f/4 video review

Irix 11mm
Irix 11mm f/4 Firefly

The Irix 11mm f/4, manufactured by TH Swiss and not shipping yet, is a highly anticipated lens. Christopher Frost Photography posted a pretty informative, 10 minutes video-review of the Firefly version of the Irix 11mm f/4 (the other, more rugged one is Blackstone). He used a Canon [shoplink 7139]EOS 6D[/shoplink] and an [shoplink 29518]EOS M3[/shoplink] to test the Irix 11mm f/4.

 

Irix 11mm f/4 specifications after the break

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These Canon cameras and lenses reached end of life cycle

canonCanon Professional Network lets members know that a list of Canon gear is no longer serviced (at least in Europe). The listed products have reached the end of their service period. As Canon Europe puts it:

As a product reaches the end of its serviceable lifetime, Canon Europe can no longer guarantee that repairs will be possible due to the supply of spare parts.

These Canon products are no longer serviced:
  • Canon EOS 50D
  • Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM
  • Canon EF 400mm f/2.8L IS USM
  • Canon Extender EF1.4x II
  • Canon Extender EF2x II
  • Canon Battery Grip BG-E2

Canon EOS 5D Mark IV deal – $2760 (reg. $3499)

canon EOS 5D Mark IV
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Canon EOS 5D Mark IV at a glance:

  • 30.4MP Full-Frame CMOS Sensor
  • DIGIC 6+ Image Processor
  • 3.2″ 1.62m-Dot Touchscreen LCD Monitor
  • DCI 4K Video at 30 fps; 8.8MP Still Grab
  • 61-Point High Density Reticular AF
  • Native ISO 32000, Expanded to ISO 102400
  • Dual Pixel RAW; AF Area Select Button
  • Dual Pixel CMOS AF and Movie Servo AF
  • 7 fps Shooting; CF & SD Card Slots
  • Built-In GPS and Wi-Fi with NFC

Top Rated Plus seller Electronics Valley on eBay (99.6% positive ratings) has the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV on sale at $2,759.99. Compare at $3,499. Free shipping. Please note: this is an import item, 1 year seller warranty applies.

Deal: Benro TMA18C Series 1 Mach3 Carbon Fiber Tripod – $129 (reg. $279, B&H, today only)

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At a glance:

  • Load Capacity: 22 lb
  • Max Height: 57.3″
  • Min Height: 11.8″
  • Folded Length: 19.7″
  • Leg Sections: 4
  • Weight: 2.8 lb
  • One Leg Converts to Monopod
  • 9-Layer Carbon Fiber Legs
  • Spiked and Rubber Feet
  • Short Center Column, Carry Case Included

Looking for a good tripod deal? B&H Photo has a great one day only deal on the Benro TMA18C Series 1 Mach3 Carbon Fiber Tripod, on sale at $129. Compare at $279. Free shipping. Product description:

Support up to 22 lb worth of gear with the TMA18C Series 1 Mach3 Carbon Fiber Tripod from Benro. Made from 9-layer carbon fiber, the 4-section legs are secured via twist locks and extend to a maximum height of 57.3″. The center column can be replaced with the included short column to allow the tripod to reach a minimum height of 11.8″. One of the legs unscrews from the tripod, attaches to the center column, and with the addition of an optional head converts to a monopod. The rubber feet can be swapped out for metal spikes so that the tripod can be used on hard surfaces, such as ice, or soft surfaces, like carpeting or a lawn. A ballast hook on the center column allows for the addition of stabilizing weight, and the included carrying case protects the tripod during transport. A 3/8″-16 threaded stud on the mounting platform lets you attach a head of your choice.

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