Samsung NX300 – A One Lens 20MP 3D-capable Mirrorless Camera
Product Summary
- Model name: Samsung NX300
- Release Date: January 3, 2013
- Focus Type: Autofocus / Manual
- Color: Black | Silver
- Availability: June 2015
- Price: $749.99
- Purchase options: Adorama | B&H
Highlights
- Samsung NX300 Combines Speed, Performance and Connectivity for Perfect Shooting in Every Moment
- Samsung 45mm F1.8 2D/3D lens is the World’s first one-lens 3D system, capable of capturing both stills and 1080p Full HD video in perfect 3D quality
Press Release
RIDGEFIELD PARK, N.J. – January 3, 2013 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, a global leader in digital media and convergence technologies, today announced the launch of the NX300, the new flagship model in its successful NX series. The NX300 once again raises the bar for compact system cameras (CSC), delivering an outstanding combination of features, functionality and style for perfect shooting in every moment. Samsung also announced the new NX 45mm F1.8 2D/3D lens, the first one-lens 3D system capable of capturing both still images and full HD movies in perfect 3D quality.
Myoung Sup Han, Senior Vice President and Head of the Digital Imaging Business, Samsung Electronics, commented: “Since its launch in 2010, the Samsung NX System has become synonymous with innovation and design, making the best digital imaging technology available to everyone without compromising on style. The NX300 builds even further on this illustrious heritage. Not only does it deliver incredible speed and accuracy through advanced photographic features, but it is truly built around the user, with upgraded SMART Camera functions making shooting and sharing both easy and seamless. We are also very proud to introduce the first one-lens 3D system alongside the NX300, opening up a whole new world of 3D photography and video recording for consumers everywhere.”
Perfect shooting
Central to the NX300’s outstanding imaging performance is its brand new 20.3 Megapixel APS-CMOS sensor, capable of capturing high quality detailed. Images boast sharp, life-like colors and are crisp and clear in all light conditions. The wide ISO range (ISO100-25600) further improves performance, letting users capture beautifully balanced images in even the darkest conditions. A brand new Hybrid Auto Focus (AF) system also delivers fast, accurate phase and contrast detection, while the 1/6000 sec shutter speed and 9fps continuous shooting mode ensure you never miss a moment.
The Samsung’s unique in-house developed DRIMe IV imaging engine provides outstanding developments in speed, and image quality. The DRIMe IV engine enables better color reproduction and greater noise reduction, as well as support for full 1080p HD video capture in both 2D and 3D (when combined with Samsung’s new 45mm 2D/3D lens).
The NX300’s 84mm (3.31”) AMOLED screen makes capturing and reviewing your images a pleasure, while the hybrid touch screen and 5-way manual key interface is simple and intuitive to use. The tilt display makes it easier than ever to take high and low angle shots, letting you capture your world from any angle you choose.
Easy usability and stylish retro design
The compact NX300 makes it simple for anyone to achieve pro-like and impressive pictures easily with minimal technical knowledge or time spent adjusting parameters. Using the camera’s Smart Mode, users can choose from 14 different settings, such as Creative Shot, Landscape, Light Trace or Action Freeze which will automatically adjust parameters such as aperture and shutter speed in order to obtain the best shot possible for the desired situation. The NX300 also includes i-Depth, an easy and simple way to adjust the depth of an image using the NX Series’ unique i-Function system which enables users to modify camera parameters using the lens itself, adjusting the image without ever having to move off target.
The NX acclaimed design returns with the NX300 sporting a stylish yet simple retro feel that is available in either black or white with a contrast silver band, conveying elegance and authenticity.
Instant sharing through enhanced Wi-Fi connectivity
The NX300’s Wi-Fi connectivity of SMART CAMERA allows users to share their cherished photos instantly and securely between their camera and smartphone (or tablet). To connect a smartphone to the camera, users simply need to download the Samsung SMART CAMERA App., which isavailable for both Android and iOS based application markets, onto their smartphone or tablet and follow the easy steps to create a secure connection with the camera. The NX300 will be able to detect and auto-connect to the smartphone wirelessly whenever any of the SMART CAMERA features are activated. These include AutoShare; which automatically sends every high-quality photos to your smart phone for safe keeping, and Mobile Link; which allows users to select and transfer images or album from the camera directly to your smartphone at their leisure. The SMART CAMERA App. also features a Remote Viewfinder function for the NX300, allowing for even more inventive and exciting photography.
The NX300’s enhanced Wi-Fi connectivity also lets users share images with friends and family directly from the camera via social networking sites using the cameras one-touch DIRECT LINK hot key. Alternatively, images can be automatically backed up or stored in the cloud through AllShare Play ensuring they are always safe and easily accessible.
Samsung 45mm 2D/3D lens
The Samsung 45mm 2D/3D lens(sold separately) opens up an exciting world of 3D imaging possibilities and is the world’s first one-lens 3D system for a consumer camera. Capable of capturing both still pictures and full 1080p HD video, the Samsung NX300 and 45mm 2D/3D lens kit have become the only compact system camera supporting both 3D still and 3D movie. The NX300 is also compatible with Samsung’s entire range of NX lenses and professional standard accessories, giving users an unparalleled range of options when striving for that perfect shot.
Please visit our booth to experience this future technology firsthand. Samsung’s product line will be displayed January 8-11 at booth #12004 in the Central Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center.
Full details, video content and product images are available at the Samsung microsite at: http://www.samsungces.com/ or mobile site at: http://m.samsungces.com as well.
The Samsung press conference and Samsung Tomorrow TV CES 2013 Specials will be streamed live on the Samsung Tomorrow blog at: http://global.samsungtomorrow.com and Samsung’s microsite site also.
After the live presentations, videos will be available at http://youtube.com/SamsungTomorrow
Availability
The camera will be available in March & retail for $749.99(USD) with a 20-50mm f3.5-f5.6 lens as a kit. The f1.8 45mm lens costs $599.99 (sold separately).
Samsung NX300 Product Images
Samsung NX300 Product Specifications
| Image Sensor | 20.3 effective megapixel APS-C CMOS |
| IS | OIS mode is only provided on 2D shooting mode |
| Display | 84.0mm (3.31”) AMOLED with a Tilt Touch PanelWVGA (800×400) 768k dots |
| ISO | Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400, 12800, 256000 |
| Image | JPEG (3:2)：20.0M (5472×3648), 10.1M (3888×2592), 5.9M (2976×1984),2.0M (1728×1152), 5.0M (2736×1824): Burst mode onlyJPEG (16:9)：16.9M (5472×3080), 7.8M (3712×2088), 4.9M (2944×1656), 2.1M (1920×1080)JPEG (1:1)：13.3M (3648×3648), 7.0M (2640×2640), 4.0M (2000×2000),1.1M (1024×1024)RAW : 20.0M (5472×3648)* 3D Image Size : JPEG (16:9) 4.1M (2688×1512), (16:9) 2.1M (1920×1080) |
| Video | MP4 (Video: MPEG4, AVC/H.264, Audio: AAC)1920×1080, 1920×810, 1280×720 , 640×480, 320×240 for Sharing |
| Video Output | HDMI 1.4a |
| Value-added Features | SMART Mode : Beauty Face, Landscape, Macro, Action Freeze, Rich Tone, Panorama, Waterfall, Silhouette, Sunset, Night, Fireworks, Light Trace, Creative Shot, Best Face |
| 3D still image & video capturing | |
| Wi-Fi Connectivity | IEEE 802.11b/g/n support Dual Channel (SMART Camera 2.0). AutoShare. Cloud. Email. Auto Backup. Remote Viewfinder. MobileLink. Wi-Fi Direct (playback). AllSharePlay. Social Sharing |
| Bundle PC software | iLauncher, Adobe Lightroom |
| Storage | SD, SDHC, SDXC, UHS-1 |
| Battery | BP1130 (1130mAh) |
| Dimension (WxHxD) | 122 x 63.7 x 40.7mm (excluding the projection part) |
| Weight | 280 g (without battery) |
45mm 2D/3D lens Specifications
| Focal Length | 45mm (equivalent to 69.3mm in 35mm format) |
| Elements in Groups | 7 elements in 6 groups |
| Angle of View | 34.7° |
| Aperture | As of 2D : F1.8* (Min. F22), (Number of Blades : 9 , Circular Aperture Diaphragm) |
| OIS | NO |
| MinimumFocus Distance | 0.50m |
| Maximum Magnification | Approx. 0.12X |
| i Scene | Night, Portrait, Beauty shot, Children, Backlight, Sports |
| Lens Hood | Yes |
| Filter Size | 43mm |
| Mount Type | NX Mount |
| Dimension (DxL) | 44.4 x 61.5mm |
| Weight | 115g |
Canon Brings to Life “Image Incredible” through Interactive Experiences at CES 2013
CAPTURE, CONNECT AND SHARE WITH THE LATEST CANON PRODUCTS AT THE 2013 CONSUMER ELECTRONICS SHOW
Company Brings to Life “Image Incredible” through Interactive Experiences and Inspired End-User Photographs
LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., January 4, 2013 – At the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, January 8th, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, unveils the vision behind its 2013 lineup of connected digital cameras, camcorders and printers. Visitors to Canon’s booth (#13304) will be invited to explore “Image Incredible” with product demonstrations and on-site experiences designed to unlock creative potential and inspire users to express their individuality using the Company’s exceptional imaging technology products.
Upon entering the Canon booth, attendees will experience “Image Incredible” through inspiring visual displays, celebrity photographer guest speakers, staged performance showcases, interactive product demonstrations and social media activities. Canon’s mission to inspire creativity in customers of all levels will be seen throughout the show as end-user inspired images submitted to the “Project Imaginat10n” program will decorate the Company’s booth as well as adorn on-site advertising and signage as examples of how imaging inspires creativity in us all.
“Consumers are looking for higher performing and functioning products that work exceptionally on their own, as well as together, to push the boundaries of imagination and creativity,” said Yuichi Ishizuka, executive vice president and general manager, Imaging Technologies and Communications Group, Canon U.S.A., “This year, we have created a space where this truly comes to life in unique and exciting ways, just like our products.”
Through interactive on-stage presentations, attendees will be immersed in the true meaning of “Image Incredible” as a series of end-user scenarios play out illustrating the various creative possibilities and wireless connectivity of Canon EOS cameras, PowerShot digital cameras, VIXIA camcorders and PIXMA printer products. Also on the Canon stage will be industry renowned photographers and cinematographers. Canon Explorers of Light (EOL) members, Jack Reznicki, Bruce Dorn, Vincent Laforet and Rick Sammon will be conducting presentations on various filmmaking and photographic techniques throughout the week. To further showcase the Canon booth theme, there will be a special gallery showcasing the works of various members of the EOL program.
Adding to the overall booth experience, attendees can touch-and-try a range of Canon high-performance optics and cameras by entering an in-booth tower that features 15 different EF lenses and DSLR cameras. Throughout the show, the Canon HD Theater will be showing a highlight reel of spectacular footage shot and captured on EOS and Cinema EOS equipment as the Company looks to enable both consumers and professionals to tell their story through video as well as still images.
To help bring the show experience to Canon fans, there will be a dedicated social media counter that will display Canon-related social media engagement through Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and the Canon Forum. Please visit the following Canon U.S.A. social media sites:
Facebook: facebook.com/CanonUSA
Twitter: @CanonUSAimaging #CanonCES
YouTube: youtube.com/CanonUSA
Canon Forum: forums.usa.canon.com
For more information on all of Canon’s products, please visit: www.usa.canon.com.
Canon EF 24-70 f/4L IS Now In Stock (Limited Stock)
Canon EF 24-70mm f/4L IS USM
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Happy New Year 2013!
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Canon EOS M with EF-M 22mm STM Lens Now $713.89 Shipped!
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Samyang Announced Samyang T-S 24mm F/3.5 ED AS UMC Tilt-Shift Lens Release Date
Samyang TS-24mm ED AS UMC Tilt-Shift Lens
The Samyang T-S 24mm f/3.5 ED AS UMC is a wide-angle, full-frame lens fitted with the perspective control and tilt-shift functions. Its unique optical and mechanical construction makes it an ideal tool for architecture and landscape photography. The product is extremely useful to correct convergence of lines and perspective control. The optical tilt mechanisms enable precise control of depth of focus along with perspective control which can also be used for creative photography and perspective exaggeration, enabling photographers to shape the image according to their individual needs. Suitable for both digital and analogue film formats.
Optical design of the Samyang T-S 24mm f/3.5 ED AS UMC comprises sixteen lenses arranged in eleven groups, including two aspherical lenses and two Extra Dispersion (ED) lenses. These elements enable the lens to perfectly reproduce detailed elements and provide superior optical performance even when using the tilt and shift (T-S) functionality. Furthermore, each optical component has been covered with multi-layered, anti-reflective UMC coatings, which provide superb light transmission, high contrast and natural colours. With sophisticated optics and developed T-S function, the Samyang T-S 24mm f/3.5 ED AS UMC is currently the most advanced lens produced by Samyang Optics.
The tilt-shift function in the Samyang T-S 24mm f/3.5 ED AS UMC allows for smooth and fine adjustment of the focal plane by an angle of +/-8.5 and enables parallel shift of the optical axis by +/-12 mm. To make Tilt-Shift function even more seamless, both the lens mount and the Tilt-Shift section may be rotated on the optical axis. The Tilt-Shift section may be rotated left by 90 degrees (with 30 degree adjustment), while mount of the lens may be rotated both in left and right direction by 90 degrees (with 30 degree adjustment). Filter size is 82mm.
Available in Canon, Nikon, Pentax and Sony A mounts.
Release Date: March 2013.
Read more on Samyang T-S 24mm f/3.5 ED AS UMC here
Canon EOS 6D now $1999.00
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Canon 5D Mark II Discontinued
Canon finally discontinued Canon EOS 5D Mark II on Canon Japan’s website. It was the first full frame full HD Video DSLR replaced by newer EOS 5D Mark III early this year. You can still purchase a Canon EOS 5D Mark II at Adorama | Amazon | B&H
Tokina to Introduce Tokina AT-X 70-200mm f/4 PRO SD IF FX VCM-S
Tokina AT-X 70-200mm f/4 PRO SD IF FX
Tokina AT-X 70-200mm f/4 PRO SD IF FX
Tokina will introduce a new Tokina AT-X 70-200mm f/4 PRO SD IF FX Lens. The new Tokina AT-X 70-200mm f/4 PRO SD IF FX Lens will feature a Ring-type ultrasonic motor and image stabilization. It will be similar to Canon’s 70-200 f/4 L IS but, it will be little bit shorter, wider and focus closer.
Designed keeping in mind the requirements of mainly full-frame DSLR users the Tokina AT-X 70-200mm f/4 PRO SD IF FX is a medium-telephoto lens that offers a 70-200mm focal length range. The fast constant f/4 aperture is a great feature to have. for users preferring to use this for fast action, sports or even wild life photography the wide aperture of f/4 is going to be suitable for the purpose of handling tricky lighting conditions and or creating a soft bokeh (blurring or out of focus effect) of the subject’s background. A zoom range of 70-200mm means the lens is suitable for a decent amount of coverage for full frame users. Mounted on a crop APS-C body the lens will have a 1.5x focal length multiplication effect which will give it the same field of view as a 105-300mm lens mounted on a full frame body.
The best part of the lens is the image stabilization feature that ensures that the lens is steady even when hand-held and shooting. For users shooting wildlife and or sports or fast action photography and often not having a tripod to rest the camera system on badly misses a image stabilization system in the lens. The lens has a close minimum focusing distance of 1 meter.
The lens has both internal focusing mechanism and zoom which means a non-protruding lens barrel. Tokina has also provided a ring-type ultrasonic focusing motor which ensures that the lens is fast and silent when auto-focusing.
Tokina AT-X 70-200mm f:4 PRO SD FX Hood
Specifications
Focal length: 70-200mm
Max Aperture: f/4
Minimum Focusing Distance: 1.0m
Width: 80mm
Length: 168mm
Weight: Undecided
Remarks: Ultrasonic motor, built-in image stabilization
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/4G ED VR Now In Stock & Shipping
Nikon AFS 70-200 f/4 VR
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Canon EOS 5D Mark II DSLR Camera now $1,529.00
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Canon EOS Rebel T4i & EF 18-55mm IS II Lens Now $649.00 Shipped at B&H
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Canon Speedlite 270EX II Flash Available for $109.00 Shipped (Reg. Price $154.00)
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Nikon Celebrates Production of 75 millionth Nikkor lens
Press Release
Total Production of NIKKOR Lenses for Interchangeable Lens Cameras Reaches 75 Million
TOKYO – Nikon Corporation is pleased to announce that total production of NIKKOR lenses* for Nikon interchangeable lens cameras reached seventy-five million at the beginning of November 2012.
Nikon (then Nippon Kogaku K.K.) released its first NIKKOR lens for Nikon SLR cameras, the NIKKOR-S Auto 5cm f/2, in 1959 along with its first SLR camera, the Nikon F. Since releasing that first lens many years ago and establishing the NIKKOR tradition, Nikon has expanded its lineup of interchangeable lenses, recently adding a line of interchangeable lenses for Nikon 1 cameras and bringing total production to seventy-five million.
At the end of May 2012, total production of NIKKOR lenses for Nikon SLR cameras reached seventy million. Since then, Nikon has continued to actively release new NIKKOR lenses.
In June 2012, Nikon released the compact and lightweight AF-S NIKKOR 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G ED VR, a normal zoom lens compatible with the Nikon FX format, offering a frequently-used range of angles of view, and support for a wide variety of photographic scenes, as well as the AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR, an ultra high-power zoom lens compatible with the Nikon DX format and offering a 16.7x zoom ratio. In addition, AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/4G ED VR was announced its release, the Telephoto zoom lens compatible with the Nikon FX format.
New lenses for Nikon 1, Advanced Cameras with Interchangeable Lenses, have also been released recently. In November 2011, the 1 NIKKOR 18.5mm f/1.8, an extremely light fixed focal length lens with the fastest maximum aperture of f/1.8 was released, and in September 2012, the 1 NIKKOR 11-27.5mm f/3.5-5.6 2.5x normal zoom lens was released. In the year that has passed since the October 2011 introduction of the Nikon 1 system, Nikon has released six 1 NIKKOR lenses, including a low-profile fixed focal length lens, a normal zoom lens, and a high-power zoom lens.
NIKKOR lenses are extremely popular with a wide variety of users, from beginners to professional photographers. The lineup currently consists of more than 80 types of lenses, including zoom lenses, ultra wide-angle to super telephoto lenses, and specialty fisheye, Micro, and PC-E lenses for SLR cameras, as well as 1 NIKKOR lenses for NIKON 1 cameras. Nikon will continue to actively develop and release high-performance, highly functional products that meet and exceed user expectations.
The NIKKOR brand
NIKKOR is Nikon’s brand of photographic lenses. The NIKKOR name comes from adding “R”–a common practice in the naming of photographic lenses at the time the name was established–to “Nikko”, the Romanized abbreviation for Nippon Kogaku K.K. In 1933, the large-format lens for aerial photography was introduced with the name Aero-Nikkor.
NIKKOR lenses incorporate optical technologies that are always ahead of the times. The OP Fisheye-Nikkor 10mm f/5.6 fisheye lens for SLR cameras, released in 1968, was the world’s first lens to incorporate aspherical lens elements. The Ultra Micro-Nikkor 105mm f/2.8, released in 1962, served as the template for projection lenses employed in Nikon IC steppers and scanners that currently boast some of the highest resolutions in the world. What’s more, NIKKOR lenses for the latest SLR cameras utilize a number of cutting-edge technologies that originated with the development of IC steppers and scanners, including Nano Crystal Coat, which virtually eliminates internal lens element reflections across a broad range of wavelengths.
From initial design to final packaging, production and quality is controlled in accordance with Nikon’s strict standards. The superior quality of NIKKOR lenses that fully satisfies users is ensured with the highest quality designs and manufacturing, as well as very strict final inspections.
* Interchangeable lenses for Nikon SLR cameras and Nikon 1 advanced cameras with interchangeable lenses
Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG HSM lens
Product Summary
- Model name: Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG HSM Art Lens
- Release Date: 16 December 2012
- Focus Type: Autofocus / Manual
- Format : Full Frame / APS-C / Crop Sensor
- Mounts: Canon | Nikon | Sigma
- Color: Black
- Price: $899
- Purchase options: Adorama | Amazon
| B&H
Key Features
- Aperture Range: f/1.4-16
- Hyper Sonic Motor (HSM)
- Floating Internal Focus System
- Minimum Focusing Distance: 11.8″
- Anti-Flare Super Multi-Layer Coating
- Special & “F” Low Dispersion Elements
- Front Filter Thread Diameter: 67mm
- 9x Circular Aperture Blades
- Compatible with Sigma USB Dock
Overview
This Art lens is a state-of-the-art alternative to the more conventional 50mm lens. Designed to minimize chromatic aberration, which delivers a cool and smooth out-of-focus image. At low apertures, it performs like a wide-angle lens; @ F1.4, it will provide excellent background bokeh and make the subject pop mimiking mid-range telephoto lens.
Features
The SIGMA 35mm F1.4 DG HSM is the first lens from the Art line. The Art line is for high-level artistic quality. Sigma recently organized all its interchangeable lenses into three product lines; Contemporary, Art and Sports. Focusing on sophisticated optical performance and abundant expressive power, these Art line lenses are designed to delivers high-level artistic expression. These Art lenses are developed to meet the expectations of users who value a creative, dramatic outcome above compactness and multifunction. They are perfect for the kind of photography that unleashes the inner artist such as landscapes, portraits, still-life, close-up, casual or studio photography. They offer expressive scope when capturing architecture, starry skies, underwater shots and many other situations.
Specially designed to compensate for color aberration to ensure unsurpassed expressive performance. Aberration is important factor in lens performance. In terms of aberration, there are chromatic aberration of magnification and axial chromatic aberration. To actualize a high-performance lens, one of the essential elements is These aberration correction needs to corrected to create a high-performance lens. You will be able to correct the chromatic aberration of magnification using photo-editing software. But axial chromatic aberration cannot be corrected afterwards. To overcome, both types of aberration problems this lens adds FLD (“F” Low Dispersion) glass elements, equivalent to fluorite, and SLD (Special Low Dispersion) glass elements, and by optimizing the power alignment of the lens. Applying appropriate alignment of aspherical lenses, astigmatism and field curvature are corrected. The result is superior optimum resolution even in peripheral areas and ultra-high image quality through the entire focusing range.
Sigma released its first F1.4 designed lens the SIGMA 30mm F1.4 EX DC HSM in 2005. Since then, they continued this trend by introducing high-performance lenses, such as the standard SIGMA 50mm F1.4 EX DG HSM for full frame sensor cameras and the medium telephoto lens, the SIGMA 85mm F1.4 EX DG HSM. This new lens, SIGMA 35mm F1.4 DG HSM, is the fourth lens that achieves aperture value at F1.4. This ensures excellent brightness and a beautiful artistic bokeh effect or Attractive blur effect. Thanks to the rounded diaphragm, that creates an attractive blur to the out-of-focus areas of the image.
This lens is a excellent choice for astrophotography as well, its coma aberration correction enabled less blur on a point light source in peripheral areas. The use of aspheric lens elements have secured peripheral brightness while correcting distortion.
Others Features
Floating inner focusing system
This system combat for astigmatic aberration and spherical aberration to achieve extremely high quality image performance for close-up photos.
Flare and ghosting conscious design
To achieve high rendering on this lens, flare and ghosting were thoroughly measured from an early stage to establish an optical design which is resistant to strong incident light such as backlight. The Super Multi-Layer Coating reduces flare and ghosting and provides sharp and high contrast images even in backlit conditions.
Hyper Sonic Motor
The Hyper Sonic Motor or HMS ensures high speed and quiet AF as well as FTM or full-time manual focus override by rotation of the focus ring. To achieved smoother AF, this lens also incorporates enhanced AF algorithm.
Brass made bayonet mount
This lens incorporates a metal bayonet mount for durability and reinforce its strength to the surface giving it greater strength and making it highly resistant to long-term use
Ease of use
The new product lines uses rubber for the attachment part of the provided lens hood. The lens cap and AF / MF changeover switch have been improved. To ensure high accuracy, all metallic parts and the new compound material, TSC (Thermally Stable Composite), which has high affinity to metal parts, are housed internally.
New “USB DOCK” exclusively for new product lines
Newly developed special software (SIGMA Optimization Pro) that can update the lens firmware and adjust parameters such as focus.
Evaluation with Sigma’s own MTF measuring system “A1”
All SIGMA 35mm F1.4 DG HSM will be checked using this “A1” before they are shipped. “A1” is Sigma’s own proprietary MTF (modulation transfer function) measuring system, using 46-megapixel Foveon direct image sensors. “A1” makes possible to inspect previously undetectable high-frequency details.
This lens is “Made” in Japan. All Sigma’s manufacturing right down to molds and parts is carried out under an integrated production system, entirely in Japan. We are now one of the very few manufacturers whose products are solely “made in Japan”.
Images taken by Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG HSM on Flickr
Product Photo
Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG HSM Specifications
| Construction | 13 elements in 11 groups |
| Min aperture | F16 |
| Filter size | φ67mm |
| Angle of view (35mm equivalent) | 63.4° |
| Min focusing distance | 30cm / 11.8in |
| Dimensions (Diameter x Length) | φ77mm x 94.0mm / 3.0in x 3.7in |
| Number of diaphragm blades | 9 (Rounded diaphragm) |
| Max magnification ratio | 1：5.2 |
| Wt | 23.5 oz./ 665g |
More Info
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Fujifilm X-E1
Product Summary
- Model name: Fujifilm X-E1
- Focus Type: Autofocus / Manual
- Format : APS-C / Crop Sensor
- Mounts: Fuji X
- Purchase options: Amazon | Adorama | B&H
Key features
- Tough magnesium alloy body
- 2,360,000 dots OLED EVF
- Built-in flash (like the Fujifilm X100 and unlike the X-Pro 1)
- 16.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS Sensor
- 2.8” LCD monitor with 460 dots resolution
- Built-in stereo mic
- 2.5mm stereo mic socket
- Full HD movie recording
- ISO range of 200-6400 (100-25600 when expanded)
- Faster overall response compared to the X-Pro 1
Overview
The Fujifilm X-E1 was launched soon after the X-Pro 1 was launched by the company. It has most of the refinements that the more accomplished and powerful camera has with some refinements of its own. Let’s delve into its specifications and performance to find out more about it.
Features explained
The 16.3 megapixel APS-C X-Trans CMOS Sensor
The X-Pro 1 had the same sensor which had completely taken the photography world by storm. It uses a proprietary filter arrangement which has a completely random distribution of the blue, green and red filters unlike the bayer arrangement. The technical stuff aside what it does is that it basically reduces the effects of color moiré when it comes to repeating patterns or close knit weaves of fabric. While other digital cameras use an Optical Low Pass Filter right between the sensor and the rear lens elements the XE-1, resultantly, do not. The effect of the OLP filter is not limited to only eliminating the false colors; they also create a softer image while trying to compensate for moiré. The absence of an OLP filter in the Fuji X-E1 means that the images are that much sharper.
The Electronic viewfinder
The XE-1 does not have the luxury of an optical view finder. However it more than makes up for that with a 2,360,000 dots OLED electronic viewfinder with 100% frame coverage.
The LCD monitor
If you’re migrating from a compact camera then the one feature that you would immediately look into is the ability to compose via a LCD monitor. The X-E1 has a 2.8” LCD monitor that offers a 460,000 dots resolution.
Continuous shooting speed: The X-E1 has a continuous burst rate of 6 fps.
Videos & stills
The X-E1 shoot stills in 4896 x 3264 pixels. Alternatively it can shoot RAW (RAF format) and RAW+JPEG. It also shoots full HD movies and 720p HD movies in 24 fps and use the H.264 encoding format. Mono sound is recorded using the built-in mic. There is an option to plug in an external stereo mic via the 2.5mm jack.
Auto-focusing
The X-Pro 1 in spite of being a wonderful camera system has a perennial problem and that is its slowness of response when it came to auto-focusing. This is one of the areas that the X-E1 has been much improved making it a better camera to use. When switched on it bursts to life in less than 0.5 seconds. Additionally the X-E1 can lock on focus in about 0.1 seconds. The shutter lag time has been greatly reduced to only 0.05 seconds.
Storage
The camera uses a single memory card slot compliant with SD/SDHC/SDXC cards.
ISO
The X-E1 has a normal ISO range of 200-6400. However they can be expanded to 100-25600.
What are missing / wish list
The XE-1 loses the optical viewfinder of the X-Pro 1. That in essence is one of the reasons (among many others) why this model costs a good $700 less than the more powerful X-Pro 1.
Similar products
The Sony NEX-7 is one MILC that immediately comes into the comparison chart. The reason is that both systems have an EVF instead of a OVF. Additionally both the systems use an APS-C sized sensor. Come to think of it the Fujifilm X-Pro 1 also uses an APS-C sized sensor but the fact is that it uses a dual viewfinder system and also it’s way above the price of the X-E1.
Should I buy it?
A few factors might work in favor of the X-E1. First is the faster auto-focusing capability. The X-E1 is definitely faster when compared with the X-Pro 1. While the X-Pro 1 is definitely one of the top two mirrorless cameras currently on sale (and we feel that it is better than the Canon EOS M and the Nikon 1 series) the poor performance when it comes to AF definitely works against it. Additionally the X-E1 has a built-in flash which the more expensive model does not have. To sum it we feel that the X-E1 is everything that the X-Pro 1 can offer but at a better price. Being nearly $700 dollars less does also make it a good deal cheaper on the pocket.
Sample Images by Fujifilm X-E1 on Flickr
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Fujifilm X-E1 Specifications
| Model | FUJIFILM X-E1 |
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| Effective pixels | 16.3 million pixels |
| Image sensor | 23.6 mm x 15.6 mm (APS-C) X-Trans CMOS with primary color filter
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| Storage | SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card*1 |
| File format |
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| Recorded pixels | L : (3:2) 4896 x 3264 / (16:9) 4896 x 2760 / (1:1) 3264 x 3264 M : (3:2) 3456 x 2304 / (16:9) 3456 x 1944 / (1:1) 2304 x 2304 S : (3:2) 2496 x 1664 / (16:9) 2496 x 1408 / (1:1) 1664 x 1664<Motion Panorama> L Vertical: 7680 x 2160 Horizontal: 7680 x 1440 M Vertical: 5120 x 2160 Horizontal: 5120 x 1440 |
| Mount | FUJIFILM X mount |
| Sensitivity | Equivalent to ISO 200 – 6400 (Standard Output Sensitivity) AUTO mode: AUTO (400) / AUTO (800) / AUTO (1600) / AUTO (3200) / AUTO(6400) Extended output sensitivity equivalent ISO 100, 12800 and 25600 |
| Exposure control | TTL 256-zones metering, Multi / Spot / Average |
| Exposure mode | Programmed AE, Shutter priority AE, Aperture priority AE, Manual exposure |
| Exposure compensation | -2.0 EV – +2.0 EV, increment with 1/3 EV step |
| Image Stabilizer | Lens shift type (when OIS type lens is set) |
| Shutter control | Focal Plane Shutter |
| Shutter speed (with mechanical shutter) |
(P mode) 1/4 sec. to 1/4000 sec., (All other modes) 30 sec. to 1/4000 sec. Bulb (max. 60 min.) Time 1/2 to 30 sec. Synchronized Shutter speed for flash : 1/180 sec or slower * 1/180 sec can be automatically set at some shooting condition on P mode or A mode. |
| Continuous shooting | Max 6 / 3 fps selectable |
| Auto bracketing | AE Bracketing (±1/3 EV, ±2/3 EV, ±1 EV) Film Simulation Bracketing (Any 3 type of film simulation selectable) Dynamic Range Bracketing (100%, 200%, 400%) ISO sensitivity Bracketing (±1/3 EV, ±2/3 EV, ±1 EV) |
| Focus |
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| White balance | Automatic scene recognition Custom, Color temperature selection (K) Preset: Fine, Shade, Fluorescent light (Daylight), Fluorescent light (Warm White), Fluorescent light (Cool White), Incandescent light, underwater |
| Film Simulation mode | 10 type (PROVIA/STANDARD, Velvia/VIVID, ASTIA/SOFT, PRO Neg Hi, PRO Neg Std, MONOCHROME, MONOCHROME+Ye FILTER, MONOCHROME+R FILTER, MONOCHROME+G FILTER, SEPIA) |
| Dynamic range | AUTO (100-400%), 100%, 200%, 400% |
| Self-timer | Approx. 10 sec. / 2 sec. Delay |
| Flash | Manual pop-up flash (Auto flash) Guide number: approx 7 (ISO200 · m) |
| Flash modes | Red-eye removal OFF: Auto, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro. Rear-curtain Synchro, Commander Red-eye removal ON: Red-eye Reduction Auto, Red-eye Reduction & Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Red-eye Reduction & Slow Synchro. Red-eye Reduction & Rear-curtain Synchro, Commander |
| Hot shoe | Yes (dedicated TTL Flash compatible) |
| Viewfinder |
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| LCD | 2.8-in, approx. 460,000-dot, TFT color LCD monitor (Approx. 100% coverage) |
| Movie | 1920 x 1080 pixels, 1280 x 720 pixels (24 frames/sec.) with stereo sound Individual movies cannot exceed 29 minutes in length. |
| Photography functions | Select custom setting, Motion panorama, Color space, Color (Saturation), sharpness, Dynamic range, Film simulation, Gradation, Auto red-eye removal (by face detection function), Framing guideline, Frame No. memory, Histogram display, Preview depth of focus, Focus check, Electronic level, Multiple exposure, Fn button setting (RAW, Movie, etc) |
| Playback functions | RAW conversion, Image rotate, Red-eye reduction, Photobook assist, Erase selected frames, image search, Multi-frame playback (with micro thumbnail), Slide show, Mark for upload, Protect, Crop, Resize, Panorama, Favorites |
| Other functions | PictBridge, Exif Print, Language selection, Time difference, Quick start mode, Silent mode |
| Terminal |
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| Power | NP-W126 Li-ion battery (included) |
| Dimensions | 129 (W) mm x 74.9(H) mm x 38.3(D) mm / 5.1 in.(W) x 2.9 in. (H) x 1.5 in. (D) (Minimum depth: 30.9 mm/ 1.2 in.) |
| Wt | Approx. 350g / 12.3 oz. (including battery and memory card) Approx. 300 g / 10.6 oz. (excluding accessories, battery and memory card) |
| Operating Temp | 0°C – 40°C |
| Operating Humidity | 10 – 80% (no condensation) |
| Guide to the number of available frames for battery operation | approx 350 frames (When XF35mmF1.4 R is set) |
| Starting up period | Approx 0.5 sec, when QUICK START mode set to ON Approx 1.0 sec, when QUICK START mode set to OFF
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| Accessories included | Li-ion battery NP-W126 Battery charger BC-W126 Shoulder strap USB cable Body cap Metal strap clip Protective cover Clip attaching tool CD-ROM (Viewer software, RAW File Converter etc.*3) Owner’s manual |
| Optional accessories | Li-ion battery NP-W126 Battery charger BC-W126 Shoe Mount Flash EF-20, EF-42, EF-X20 M Mount adapter Protector Filter PRF-58 58mmø Protector Filter PRF-52 52mmø Protector Filter PRF-39 39mmø Remote release RR-80 Hand Grip HG-XE1 Leather Case BLC-XE1 |
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Purchase options
Fujifilm X-E1 available at Amazon | Adorama | B&H