Sigma teases fast telephoto lens to be announced February 23

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Sigma Austria posted a teaser for a new lens on their Facebook page. The image above is accompanied by the text below (translation from German mine):

Today we can announce another world’s first, and we will show it on February 23. For the time being, we just want you to know that again it will be “sharp/fast”. What focal range do you wish? Write us and stay tuned.

Your Sigma Austria team.

The “sharp/fast” refers to a lens with wide aperture, possibly f/2.8, or even faster. The shape in the teaser image suggests a Sigma telephoto lens.

Thanks Aaron for the tip.

Eye-Fi Mobi Wifi 16GB SDHC Memory Card discounted at $34.50 (reg. $49.95, limited time offer)

Eye-Fi Mobi Wifi 16GB SDHC

Adorama has the Eye-Fi Mobi Wifi 16GB SDHC Memory Card discounted at $34.50 for limited time (free shipping). Regular price is $49.95. The Eye-Fi Mobi Wireless SDHC Card connects your camera to your Android smartphone/tablet, iPhone/iPad via simple setup and instant connection so your digital photos and videos are instantly saved and ready to share. With state-of-the-art technology and built-in WiFi that anyone can use, Mobi delivers exceptional Class 10 Speed performance for both video and still shots straight out of the package.

Eye-Fi cards are compatible with thousands of cameras, very likely including the one you already own. But, a variety of popular models from Canon, Nikon, Sony and other well-known brands have integrated additional Eye-Fi technology to improve your overall experience
Cameras with the Eye-Fi Connected logo signify an improved user experience and, in some cases, advanced features. Eye-Fi connected cameras can detect when an Eye-Fi card is being used and most of these cameras will stay powered on until the photo & video uploads are complete, have an on screen icon signaling transfer activity and provide the ability to enable or disable Eye-Fi card WiFi via the camera menu. Some camera models will even identify which photos & videos have already been uploaded with an on-screen icon.

Eye-Fi Mobi WiFi SD Memory Card Features

  • Requires: Mobile devices running iOS 5.1 or Android 2.3 or later
  • Supports all Files types, including RAW. Wifi transfer supports .JPEG Photos, .AVI, FLV, MOV, MP4, MPG, MTS, M4V, WMV, 3GP Videos (each under 2GB per file)
  • Works with your existing camera Just like regular SDHC cards
  • Class 10 speeds – Shoot HD video and fast action shots
  • Built in Wi-Fi – Transfer photos & videos directly from camera to tablet or smartphone (iOS & Android) anywhere, anytime.
  • No Wi-Fi network necessary – Mobi creates its own secured Wi-Fi hotspot to connect directly to your mobile device, anywhere
  • Share your best digital camera shots – All your photos & videos land in your device’s photo roll, ready to use with your favorite apps …Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter!
  • Latest security standards – the wireless network that the Mobi card creates is encrypted with WPA2 security and a unique (to each SD card) password (improved WPA2-PSK plus static WEP 64/128 and WPA-PSK)
  • Long range WiFi (90ft outdoors/45ft indoors)
  • Cameras with the Eye-Fi Connected logo signify an improved user experience and, in some cases, advanced features

Another mention of 8K coming to Canon EOS C500 Mark II [CW4]

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Some time ago we were first to report a rumor from a very good source, stating that Canon will feature 8K on the replacement for the Canon Cinema C500.

Today I got another confirmation that the Canon Cinema C500 replacement – likely to be named C500 Mark II – will indeed have 8K on board. Unfortunately that’s all I have, no other specs were passed over to me. The Canon C500 Mark II announcement is expected for NAB 2016 in April 2016.

Talking 8K: I got a suggestion that the replacement for the Canon EOS-1D C will also have 8K on board, though I expect this high-end Canon DSLR to be announced in 2017, while the C500 Mark II will be announced in 2016. As with the C500 Mark II, I think 8K on the EOS-1D C replacement is highly likely, if not totally plausible. Canon can’t miss the 8K train on their flagship products. In other words: it’s hard to imagine the C500 Mark II and EOS-1D C Mark II (if this will be the name) will come without 8K.

What do you think?

Canon patent for CN-E 24-70mm LS f/2.8 Cinema lens

CN-E 24-70mm f/2.8

Canon patent for a CN-E 24-70mm f/2.8 LS Cinema lens for Super 35mm sensors, i.e. for Canon’s Cinema line-up.

  • Patent Publication No. 2016-14816
    • Published 2016.1.28
    • Filing date 2014.7.3
  • Example
    • Zoom ratio 3.00
    • Focal length 24.00 48.00 72.00
    • F-number 2.80 2.80 2.80
    • Half angle of 32.94 17.95 12.19
    • Image height 15.55 15.55 15.55
    • The total lens length 241.06 241.06 241.06
    • BF 49.16 49.16 49.16
[via Egami]
Canon CN-E 14.5-60mm T2.6
The Canon CN-E 14.5-60mm T2.6 L S sells for $42,750