Canon EOS 1D X Firmware ver. 2.0.8 Released

Canon has issued a firmware update for the EOS 1D X. Firmware version 2.0.8 provides the following fix: Fixes a phenomenon which occurs when the “Shutter button half-press” menu item, configured in “C.Fn5: Operation” > “Custom Controls Menu”, is set to metering start only; depending on when the shutter button is half-pressed, it may initiate […]

Deal: Nikon D5200 w/ Lens for $449 Today Only

B&H has the Nikon D5200 with 18-55mm VR kit lens for $449.95 (compare at $596.95) for today only as its Deal Zone deal. Check it out while it lasts here at B&H Photo.
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Deal: Nikon 14-24mm f/2.8G ED Lens for $1399

ebay (via Red Tag Camera) has the Nikon 14-24mm f/2.8G ED lens for $1399.95 (reg. $1999.95) in limited quantity and expiring later today. Check it out while it lasts here on ebay. Note: This is likely a gray market item with no USA warranty. ebay seller Red Tag Camera has a 99.9% positive feedback rating […]

Deal: Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM Lens for $619

ebay (via Deals-All-Year) has the Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM lens for $619.99 (reg. $999) in limited quantity and it expires later today. Check it out while it lasts here on ebay.
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Deal: Sony RX100 for $319

ebay (via Electronics Valley) has the Sony Cyber-shot RX100 for $319 (reg. $498) in limited quantity. Check it out here on ebay. Note: This is labeled as a gray market item and, therefore, won’t include a US warranty card. At the time of this post, ebay seller ElectronicsValley has a positive feedback rating of 99.1% and […]

Deal: GoPro HERO4 Black for $379

ebay (via AllNewShop) has the GoPro HERO4 Black for $379 (reg. $499) in limited quantity. Check it out here on ebay. Note: This is labeled as a gray market item. At the time of this post, ebay seller AllNewShop has a positive feedback rating of 99.6%. Copyright/DMCA Notice: The RSS entry was originally published on Photography Bay. […]

Secret Service bans explosives and selfie sticks for Pope’s visit to D.C.

Ammunition, explosives, firearms and selfie sticks will be banned at Papal events in Washington. That’s right, the Secret Service is in charge of securing one of the most high-profile people in the world and it’s the elongated selfie accessory that is keeping them up at night. Being designated as a National Special Security Event by […]

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The Papal Visit is a NO DRONE ZONE

The FAA has issued a prohibition on flying any drones during the Papal Visit from September 22-27 in Washington, D.C., New York and Philadelphia. The FAA notice states: “Flying a drone anywhere Pope Francis will visit is against the law.  Any unmanned aircraft (UAS) – including radio-controlled model aircraft/UAS – are subject to FAA requirements.” […]

Zoom burst tutorial: how to create dramatic effects with your zoom lens

Want to create attention-grabbing shots with ease? Try using this simple zoom burst technique. Zoom bursts are achieved by twisting the zoom ring during a long exposure. The change in focal length creates streaks of colour and light that seem to burst from the centre of the frame. It’s an effect normally associated with sports… Continue reading

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Sony FS5 4K Cinema Camera Unveiled

Alongside the new A7S II, Sony also introduced a new 4K cinema camera – the Sony PXW-FS5. The FS5 features a Super 35 CMOS sensor and accepts Sony E-mount lenses. It captures 4K video with the XAVC-L codec at 24p/30p frame rates. It will also capture 1080p HD video at full resolution up to 240fps. The […]