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Photography News | Issue 43 | absolutephoto.com
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The Canon EF-S 35mm f/2.8 Macro IS STM lens is designed for use with Canon APS-C DSLR cameras and is the first lens of its kind in the EF-S lens range to feature Canon’s built-in Macro Lite technology. The 35mm macro lens offers 1:1 magnification and can focus as close as 30mm. Furthermore it features an optical image stabiliser with Hybrid IS, which compensates for angular and linear movement. It’s also got an STM focus motor for fast and quiet focusing, particularly useful for video capture. Available from May, the EF-S 35mm f/2.8 Macro IS STM has a price of £399.99. Canonmacromagic
Also new from Canon is the PowerShot SX730 HS. Adding to its PowerShot SX Travel series, this pocketable compact camera features a 20.3-megapixel sensor, a DIGIC 6 processor and offers Full HD video and a continuous shooting speed 5.9fps. Its also got a wide-angle lens which features a 40x optical zoom and 80x ZoomPlus and will be available from May for £379.99.
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Nikonunveils 100th anniversary products
This year, on 25 July Nikon will be celebrating its 100th anniversary. To mark the occasion a range of commemorative models and products has been launched, which includes limited edition cameras and a crystal Nikon Model I. The D5 100th Anniversary Edition has a dark metallic grey finish, as well a stamp which notes Nikon’s contribution to space studies and exploration; it also comes with an anniversary booklet. The D500 100th Anniversary Edition has a metallic grey finish and comes
with a metal case, a special body cap and leather strap which feature the 100th Anniversary logo. Also included in the 100th Anniversary range is a Nikkor 70-200E, Nikkor Triple F2.8 Zoom Lens Set, Swarovski Crystal Creation Nikon Model I, Pin Collection, Miniature Nikon F Camera, Premium Camera Straps and WX 7x50 IF, WX 10x50 IF and 8x30 II binoculars. Visit the Nikon 100th Anniversary website for more information.
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B+W has announced new ND Square filters, plus XS Pro Screw-in Filters. The new square filters are priced at £125.95 and are available in four different densities: two, three, six and ten EV, with a size of 100x100mm. The filters feature a special polished glass, thin-film technology, a three-layer combination coating, which optimises the filter, as well as a multilayer anti-reflection component. The outer later of the filter also repels dirt and water and, thanks to its stable design, it can't warp or distort and is resistant to scratches. Square upwith B+W
Fujifilm has launched new firmware updates for the X-T2 and X-Pro2, which offer 33 functional operational updates. The first update X-T2 version 2.00 and X-Pro2 version 3.00 is available now and includes updates such as offering ISO 125 and 160, faster Face Detection AF, short EVF display time-lag (for the X-Pro2) and more. The second update, X-T2 version 2.10 and X-Pro2 version 3.10 is due to be released in late May.
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Zeiss Batis SonyE-mount lens
Zeiss has introduced a compact, portrait telephoto lens for Sony’s full-frame mirrorless E-mount cameras. The Zeiss Batis 135mm f/2.8 is the first 135mm autofocus focal length for Sony’s A7 system with E-mount. It features an optical image stabiliser and OLED display, which offers precise depth-of- field visualisation. With a metal housing, the lens has a robust design and also features a dust and dirt shield. The Zeiss Batis 135mm f/2.8 lens will be available fromMay 2017 for £1749 from specialist dealers.
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