Earlier than diving into the newest information from the world of pictures, I’d wish to share a painful expertise – fortunately not my very own. Throughout one among my evening canoeing journeys deep in Ecuador’s Yasuní Nationwide Park, I got here throughout this poor caiman that had survived a really painful encounter. What animal do you assume hit it with a serrated spear? I’ll let you understand quickly. And proper now, I owe you the reply to final week’s riddle. Those that guessed Sri Lanka Blue-Magpie have been appropriate. I want you pleasurable studying and a profitable week forward.
Latest Bulletins
- Voigtlander APO-Lanthar 35mm and 50mm f/2 Aspherical II: In 2022, Cosina introduced the primary era of those traditional guide focus lenses. The brand new variations function up to date, barely bulkier designs with higher aesthetics. This replace comes with a small enhance in weight for each lenses. Optically, all the pieces stays unchanged, however the lens hood is not screw-on (it attaches by way of a bayonet mount as an alternative.) If neither of those updates is crucial for you, the primary era 35mm lens is on sale for $749 and the 50mm for $899 (each initially priced at $999).
- ProGrade Digital PG10 USB4 Exterior SSD: A really quick SSD promising sustained write speeds of 1500 MB/s. It could possibly obtain this pace throughout a variety of computer systems due to its USB-C interface, which is appropriate with the 40 Gb/s USB4, in addition to Thunderbolt 4 and three, and different USB-C requirements. This high-end SSD has options together with a warmth sink, reminiscence card restoration software program, and a built-in magnet for sticking to metal surfaces (or one another). The drive is priced at $400 for 2TB, $800 for 4TB, and $1,300 for 8TB.
- Skylum Aperty: A photograph modifying software program with an interface just like the examined Luminar Neo, however solely centered on portrait pictures. It incorporates a complete suite of AI instruments (naturally), permitting you to take away blemishes, easy pores and skin, remove darkish circles beneath the eyes, brighten the face, and cut back shine – together with much more aggressive edits akin to reshaping the individual’s face. Learn the tagline of Pictures Life to see how we really feel about all that. It’s obtainable from early November 2024 at a beginning worth of $199.
The Rumor Mill
Canon RF 200-500mm f/4L with build-in TC1.4x?
One other supply on Canon Rumors has confirmed that this extremely anticipated lens will certainly function a built-in 1.4x teleconverter. Though it’s nonetheless unsure, I believe that the inclusion of this “trifle” is the rationale why the 200-500mm f/4 lens has not but reached the cabinets. I firmly consider that releasing this lens with out the built-in teleconverter could be a missed alternative and, frankly, a mistake. Present predictions are that the lens will likely be formally introduced in November, delivery alongside the EOS R1.
By way of Canon Rumors
Tamron is making ready a successor to its 17-28mm f/2.8 lens
Whereas this lens, formally often known as the Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD, is presently solely obtainable for the Sony E-mount, it’s not completely unfamiliar to Nikon customers both. The Nikon Z 17-28mm f/2.8 is a lens with strikingly comparable specs. In response to latest rumors, the successor might have an surprising zoom vary of both 16-24mm or 19-28mm.
By way of Sony Addict
The Japanese Plena might get a Chinese language twin
Viltrox is planning to answer the success of Nikon’s 135mm portrait lens, based on rumors. A Viltrox 135mm f/1.8 could possibly be introduced by the tip of the yr. Rumors counsel the Sony model would be the first to be launched, adopted by a Nikon Z-mount model. That is actually thrilling information for many who discover the Plena’s $2,497 price ticket a bit steep. The Viltrox lens is predicted to be priced at beneath $1,000, making it a way more inexpensive different.
By way of Photograph Rumors
Good Offers and New Gross sales
The Nikon Z9 has proudly held its worth for a number of years since its launch. When you’re in search of a brand new one and need to save $500, although, there’s a Nikon Autumn Digital camera Commerce-In promotion. This brings the digicam’s priced right down to $5,497, and naturally you can also deduct the trade-in worth of your previous (however working) digital or movie digicam. This sale goes by means of November third.
The same provide applies for those who purchase the Panasonic Lumix G9 II. With the Panasonic Fall Commerce-In promotion, you’ll get a reduction of $800 together with the worth of your trade-in. With a present worth of $1,698 per physique, that’s a major low cost. The provide is legitimate till November 23.
Sticking with some Micro 4 Thirds gross sales for a minute, the OM System OM-1 Mark II was $2,400 and now could be $2,000. The OM System 150-600mm f/5-6.3 IS can also be on vital low cost from $2,700 to $2,000.
Lastly, to ensure your monitor tells the reality, the entire fact and nothing however the fact, assist your self to a great colorimeter. For instance, this Datacolor SpyderX Professional (was $150, now $100).
Different Pages of Curiosity
Do you additionally benefit from the days of preparation earlier than a visit into the unknown? My journey rituals embrace repeating and studying the fowl calls of the realm I’m going to, in addition to discovering areas that I shouldn’t miss. Just lately, whereas doing this, I got here throughout the article 5 of South America’s Rarest Hummingbirds & The place to See Them. In a few weeks, I’ll be again on the slopes of Ecuador’s Pichincha volcano, the place one among them lives. Will I see it? You’d be the primary to know.
Autumn is a superb time to go to Prague. Much less warmth, fewer vacationers, and loads of attention-grabbing exhibitions. One pictures exhibition is presently being held on the Nationwide Gallery Prague. Till March thirtieth, you’ll be able to see the photographs of Libuše Jarcovjáková, showcasing her work from the Nineteen Seventies to the current. And don’t neglect to let me know once you’re in Prague!
Earlier than you check out the perfect images gathered in our common Photograph Problem, right here’s an outline from the world of picture contests. WPOTY specifically will likely be a jaw dropping expertise once more this yr.
Photograph Theme Problem, Week #70
Final week’s theme was contrasting colours, and you may see the outcomes on this thread. Thanks to everybody in your submissions! This week’s theme is from above, and you may submit your outcomes on this thread by Saturday, October 12, 2024!
Week #69 Outcomes
Let’s take a look at a number of the pictures we acquired for the “contrasting colours” theme, beginning with Dave’s picture:
We’ve received a pleasant peaceable seashore with a purple windsurfer that picks up the purple of the rainbow and beckons for journey.
Subsequent, let’s see AndrewGusew’s picture:
The visible weight of the darkish blue of the sky is sort of spectacular!
Lastly, we’ve got vidmarko’s picture:
A easy setting gives a pleasant distinction to the various colours of the ball.
Thanks everybody for submitting their images within the problem, and we hope to see extra subsequent week within the from above theme.