New “old” Sigma lenses for the Sony FE system

Sigma announced a list of new Sony FE lenses. But the big disappointment is that these are actually based on currently existing DSLR lenses. What Sigma did is “glue” a MC-11 adapter on them :)

The only real advantage seems to be that you don’t have to spend extra $$$ on the adapter and that these lenses can do AF-C on Sony cameras. All lenses are now listed at BHphoto with no info on pricing and shipment date.

Two new FE lenses from Tamron and Tokina!

Today Tamron announced the development of the new 28-75mm F/2.8 Di III RXD (press text on SonyAlphaRumors).

And Nokishita also leaked the image of a new Tokina 20mm f/2.0 autofocus lens for Sony. Those are the specs:

  • Full size compatible AF lens for Sony E mount
  • Lens configuration: 11 groups of 13
  • Filter size: 62 mm
  • Shortest shooting distance: 0.28 m
  • Maximum shooting magnification: 1: 10.29
  • Number of diaphragm blades: 9
  • Size: 73.4 mm × 81.5 mm
  • Weight: 464 g
  • Expected release date: End of April 2018
  • Is the announcement on February 23?

RED and Foxconn partnership to create “affordable” 8K cameras

CEO Terry Gou from Foxconn told Nikkei that they partnered with RED:

“We will make cameras that will shoot professional-quality films in 8K resolution but at only a third of current prices and a third of current camera sizes,”

Many companies are planning to launch first 8K mirrorless camera by 2020. Just recently Panasonic announced the development of a new organic sensor with 8K and global shutter (details on 43rumors).