Zeiss Milvus 1.4/35 lens officially announced

By [NR] admin | Published: June 21, 2017

The Milvus 1.4/35 lens is now officially announced. The US pricing is $1,999 and pre-orders are now open at B&H and Adorama.

The full technical specs with MTF charts can be downloaded here.

Sample photos can be found on flickr:

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Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 and 18-400mm f/3.5-5.6 lens specifications

By [NR] admin | Published: June 20, 2017


Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2 lens:

 

  • Reservation start date: 30th June 2017
  • Expected release date: August 2, 2017
  • Suggested retail price: 150,000 yen + tax
  • Mass retailer price: 132, 300 yen (tax included)
  • Model A032
  • Maximum diameter: 88.4 mm
  • Adopting a new control system “dual MPU” realizes the best image stabilization effect in the class and dramatic improvement in AF accuracy and speed
  • Antifouling coat and simple drip-proof construction adopted
  • A locking mechanism is newly installed in the hood
  • Adopt electromagnetic aperture system for Nikon
  • TAP-in Console compatible
  • Lens design: 17 elements in 12 groups
  • Diaphragm blades: 9 (circular stop)
  • Minimum shooting distance: 15 inches (about 0.38 m)
  • Maximum magnification: 1:5
  • Image stabilization: about 4.5 stops
  • Filter diameter: 82 mm
  • Length: 111 mm (for Canon), 108.5 mm (for Nikon)
  • Weight: 905 g (for Canon), 900 g (for Nikon)

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Specifications of the upcoming Zeiss Milvus 35mm f/1.4 ZF.2 lens

By [NR] admin | Published: June 20, 2017


Some additional information on the upcoming Milvus 35mm f/1.4 ZF.2 lens that should be announced soon:

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Some additional information on the upcoming Tamron 18-400mm f/3.5-5.6 Di II VC HLD all-in-one zoom lens (model B028)

By [NR] admin | Published: June 20, 2017


Some additional information on the upcoming Tamron 18-400mm f/3.5-5.6 Di II VC HLD all-in-one zoom lens (model B028):

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First pictures of the Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2 lens

By [NR] admin | Published: June 20, 2017


The previously rumored Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2 lens will be announced this week (June 22nd) and the first pictures already leaked online:

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Update on the latest Nikon rebates

By [NR] admin | Published: June 19, 2017


The Nikon US “lens only” rebates are still valid at B&H and Adorama:

The Nikon D500, D750 and D800 rebates are now confusing – some stores still offer the free battery grip, while others have different cash savings – check the listings below for the actual pricing:

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New Tamron 18-400mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC HLD lens to be announced soon

By [NR] admin | Published: June 19, 2017


Tamron will soon announce a new 18-400mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC HLD lens for APS-C based DSLR cameras. The price of the old Tamron 16-300mm lens is currently $130 off.

A new Tamron 24-70mm f/2.8 DI VC USD G2 has also been rumored for a while as well.

This week Zeiss will also announce a new Milvus 35mm f/1.4 ZF.2 DSLR lens.

Some additional pictures of the Tamron 18-400mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC HLD lens:

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