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April 12, 2012

Canon Announces EOS-1D C DSLR with 4K Video capability

UPDATE – April 13, 2012: Some comments added: At first sight, and according to DPReview: “Unlike the C300, the EOS-1D C does not offer zebra striping or peaking focus aids, which the company sees as being more important in single-person operated documentary settings, rather than the rig-and-crew situations it expects the 1D C to be […]

April 7, 2012

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UPDATE REPORT: EOS 5D Mark III – Light Leak Issue?

UPDATE – April 10, 2012 #2: Updated report by Ron Risman. He demonstrates (video included) how the 5D3 metering is affected under ambient light. It’s already known that you need to cover the viewfinder in bright light conditions since light can get into the metering system, but not so well known that it can also […]

March 26, 2012

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New 16mm & Super 8mm Packages from RGrain

One month ago we posted about Rgrain, a new product that gives you the ability to add film grain to your digital footage. You can read the original article with video examples and full details here: Rgrain – Film grain clips to make Digital Video look like Film. Rgrain has recently expanded its offerings by adding […]

March 21, 2012

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Okii Systems Products Now Distributed by Zacuto

Zacuto Worldwide Distributor of Okii Systems

UPDATE – 2013: You can buy all Okii products at B&H, Zacuto Store and Okii System website. Discount: There is currently an offer of $50 off on the Okii FC1 USB controller. March 21, 2012 – You can read the official press release [HERE]: Zacuto USA is now the proud worldwide distributer of Okii Systems […]

March 15, 2012

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UPDATE Canon EOS-1D X Available for Pre-Order

UPDATE – August 29, 2012: The Canon EOS-1D X is finally in stock (limited quantity). Click [HERE] to check it ___ Pre-Orders available: The new Canon EOS-1D X is now available for pre-order. Check it HERE. You can read the announcement, key features and press release [HERE]. Pictures Additional Information The EOS-1D X combines speed […]

March 2, 2012

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Canon EOS 5D Mark III & Speedlite 600EX-RT – Announcement & Pre-Order

Contents: Official press release Key Features Price & Availability – Pre-Orders Available! Pictures Specifications The long awaited Canon EOS 5D Mark III has been finally announced! Canon not only announced the new DSLR camera, but also the new Speedlite 600EX-RT flash and Speedlite Transmitter ST-E3-RT. ** The EOS 5D Mark III is also available for pre-order! […]

February 23, 2012

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RGrain: Film grain clips to make Digital Video look like Film

UPDATE – March 4, 2012: RGrain is offering a new pack: “Super 8mm Package” at $30. Please check www.RGrain.com for more details. UPDATE – February 27, 2012: RGrain is offering “Instant Vintage” Bonus Plate. It will be available until March 15th. Please check www.Rgrain.com for more details. ____ Rgrain (www.rgrain.com) just released a package of seven […]

February 14, 2012

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Winner of Giveaway 2012/01: Okii MC1 USB Mini Controller + Micro Clamp

We’re glad to announce that the winner of the Giveaway 2012/01 is Juhani Väihkönen from Finland (@vaihkonen on Twitter). The prize: one Okii MC1 USB Mini Controller and one Function Micro Clamp from Okii Systems Congratulations Juhani, enjoy the prize! Thanks a lot to everyone who participated and spread the word! We will get more […]

February 7, 2012

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UPDATE Canon EF 24-70mm 2.8L II USM, EF 24mm 2.8 IS USM & EF 28mm 2.8 IS USM Announcement

Canon EF 24-70mm 2.8 II / 28mm 2.8 IS / 24mm 2.8 IS Lenses

UPDATE – February 7, 2012: PRE-ORDERS for the new Canon EF 24-70 f/2.8L II USM are now available! [CLICK HERE] Please note that this is a new item being released in limited quantity, orders will be filled in the order they are received ____ Official Canon USA press release: Canon U.S.A. Continues The Tradition Of […]

January 30, 2012

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UPDATE Canon Instant Rebates on Cameras, Lenses & Flashes

UPDATE – February 5, 2012: The Instant Rebate promotion was extended until March 3, 2012. Although not all lenses are now included in the promotion and the discounts are not as high as in previous promotion, it is still a great opportunity to buy GREAT photo gear at lower price than usual. Click on the […]

January 25, 2012

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Giveaway 2012/01: Okii MC1 USB Mini Controller + Micro Clamp

UPDATE – February 10, 2012: The giveaway was closed last night. We’ll announce the winner very soon. ____ This is the first of many giveaways planned for 2012. This is an international giveaway and is not restricted to US residents only. Everyone is welcomed to participate! The prize will be shipped even if the winner […]

January 24, 2012

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UPDATE Samyang / Rokinon / Bower 24mm f/1.4 ED AS IF UMC Coming soon!

UPDATE – February 15, 2012: The new Samyang / Rokinon / Bower 24mm f/1.4 ED AS UMC lens is already available for pre-orders!. Click HERE to check it. NOTE: As mentioned in previous posts, Samyang, Rokinon and Bower are actually the same lens. You’ll more likely find Samyang in Europe, while Rokinon and Bower in […]

January 17, 2012

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Canon EOS C300 & Cinema Lenses Available for Pre-Order!

As previously reported [here], [here] and [here] Canon announced at a Hollywood event on November 4, 2011, their whole new EOS Cinema System and the EOS C300 & C300 PL Cameras and Cinema lenses. Now they are AVAILABLE FOR PRE-ORDER! Price: The estimated price for the camera at the announcement was $20,000. However Canon […]

January 10, 2012

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UPDATE Nikon D4 Available for Pre-Order

UPDATE – January 12, 2012: B&H has mentioned that “Response to this camera on our site has been unprecedented”, so if you want one, act quick! Nikon D4 is available for Pre-Order (in limited quantity): CLICK HERE to check it! Note: The camera may sometimes appear as “Temporarily out of stock”, but B&H is accepting […]