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Amazon Prime Day Photography Deals Guide

SLR Lounge Official — Tue, 11 Jul 2023 18:00:01 +0000

Prime Day is here again, happening July 11-12, 2023. This highly anticipated event offers Black-Friday-like deals on a wide array of products. And for photographers, it’s a golden chance to take advantage of exclusive deals on cameras, lenses, accessories, and more. In this guide, we will dive into the world of Amazon Prime Day for photographers, equipping you with valuable insights, tips, and recommendations to maximize your shopping experience.

What Is Amazon Prime Day?

If you’re not familiar with Prime Day, it’s essentially a 48-hour flash sale on thousands of items from various retailers on Amazon, with the caveat being that to take advantage of them you must be an Amazon Prime member. Should you get Prime to take advantage of this? That depends, but Prime usually runs about $139 a year and depending on what you’re buying, you could offset the price easily. Even if you’re not sure, there’s a 30-day free trial you can sign up for.

What to Expect from Amazon Prime Day as a Photographer

Amazon will be adding new deals for Prime Day almost by the minute throughout the period, and many of those will be ‘Lightning Deals’. These deals are highly-discounted deals that last only for a few hours. They happen every day on Amazon anyway, but on Prime Day they are rampant and are the ones to really jump on. Basically, if you see something you want, act fast.

Of course, as with any big sale, there are a few great deals hidden in a sea of average ones, so we’re here to help you navigate through them so that you can save on things you need (or just want) for your photography hobby or business.

To get started, check out the full Camera and Photo Section of Prime Day.

What to Look Out For

Be skeptical about some of the “deals” that you see on Amazon Prime Day, as some are simply marked up in order to be discounted and some are not exclusive to Amazon. If, for example, a camera is available on Amazon Prime Day at a discount, there’s a good chance, it’s also available at your favorite retailer for the same price.

For instance, if you take a look at the screenshot below, you’ll see that the Sony a7 III “Prime Day Deal” on Amazon is the same price as the same camera on B&H.

Of course, if you were going to buy this camera anyways, it doesn’t necessarily hurt to purchase it now and the temporary price drop could be legitimate across all retailers.

What to Buy

That said, there are still tons of great deals to take advantage of this year. This is especially true with accessories and smaller brands in the photography industry. Below are some of our favorites. Note that some of them may not be available anymore by the time you click on them.

Amazon Basics Products

Amazon Basics products that you need on a shoot and in your office are great things to buy on Amazon Prime Day. These include the following:

Amazon Basics 8-Pack Rechargeable AA NiMH Batteries, 2000 mAh

Amazon Basics Aluminum Light Photography Tripod Stand with Case

Memory Cards, Hard Drives & Storage

Cameras & Lenses

Camera Bags

Other Accessories & Misc

How to Get $300-$600 Off Profoto B10X Single and Duo Kits

Pye Jirsa — Mon, 05 Jun 2023 14:33:13 +0000

Profoto is currently offering enticing $300-$600 rebates and other offers on their B10X Single and Duo Kits. Boasting a compact size, exceptional power, and unwavering performance reliability, these flash units are a great addition to every photographer’s toolkit. Take a closer look at the details below.

Rebates for United States and Canada

If you’re in the US or Canada, here’s what you can get through the Profoto website (or contact your local dealer):

Buy a B10X/B10X Plus Single Kit and get a $300 instant rebate in the checkout.
Buy a B10X/B10X Plus Duo kit and get a $600 instant rebate in the checkout.

*Offer is valid until June 30, 2023, or as long as supplies last.

Click here for more info

Deal for Europe and Japan

For Europe and Japan, buy a B10X/B10X Plus single or duo kit and choose one of the promotional offers on the Profoto Website (or contact your local dealer).

Only one promo code can be used per order:

B10X or B10X Plus:

Connect – free of charge
Promo code: B10X_Connect
Li-lon Battery for B10 – free of charge
Promo code: B10X_Battery
Connect Pro – 50% discount
Promo code: B10X_Connect Pro

B10X or B10X Plus Duo Kit:

2 pcs of Li-lon batteries for B10 – free of charge
Promo code: B10X_Duo_2xBattery
Li-lon Battery for B10 and Connect – free of charge
Promo code: B10X_Duo_Battery_Connect
Connect Pro – free of charge
Promo code: B10X Duo Connect Pro

Offer is valid until June 30, 2023, or as long as supplies last. If purchasing off of the Profoto website, note that the method of receiving the offers may differ by dealer. Contact your local Profoto dealer for details.

Click here for more info

About the B10X and the B10X Plus

The Profoto B10X and B10X Plus are compact and powerful flash units with versatile features and unparalleled design and build quality. Here are a few primary features that make these strobes stand out.

Portability: The B10X is designed to be lightweight and compact, making it convenient for on-location shoots or situations where mobility is important.

Power and Performance: Despite their compact size, the B10X Plus delivers up to 500Ws of flash power and the B10 delivers up to 250Ws of flash power, allowing you to illuminate your subjects effectively. The flash duration is also very short, enabling you to freeze fast-paced action with ease.

Versatility: The B10X is a versatile lighting tool that can be used in various shooting scenarios. It features TTL (Through-The-Lens) functionality, which enables automatic exposure control, as well as high-speed sync (HSS) capabilities for shooting with fast shutter speeds. It also supports both continuous LED light and flash, providing flexibility for both photography and videography.

Battery Life: The B10X incorporates a long-lasting and interchangeable lithium-ion battery, which provides extended shooting time. This feature is especially valuable for photographers who work on location or in environments without easy access to power sources.

High-quality Light Output: Profoto is renowned for its exceptional lighting quality, and the B10X lives up to that reputation. It produces a clean and consistent light output with accurate color rendering, ensuring professional-grade results.

User-Friendly Interface and Ergonomics: The B10X features an intuitive and easy-to-use interface, with a clear display and straightforward controls. This user-friendly design simplifies the operation and adjustment of settings, allowing photographers to focus more on their creative vision.

The Profoto B10 and B10X in Use | Sample Images

Below are some of the images Pye Jirsa has created with the Profoto B10 series of flash units.

Profoto B10 Xmodified with a snoot for a pin lighting effect

Profoto B10X with OCF II Grid System kit to funnel the light

B10X Plus and a Clic Softbox Octa to control light

Shot with an iPhoneX with a Profoto B10X , triggered with the Profoto app

The Best Camera Bags [Updated]

Christopher Lin — Tue, 31 Jan 2023 16:30:08 +0000

There are hundreds of camera bags on the market, with new versions, revamps, knock offs, and new brands joining the competition every year. Basically, there’s a LOT out there to choose from. So if you’re in the market for a new bag, to help you in your decision making, we’ve created our list of the Best Camera Bags for photographers, updated annually. These lists are based on our personal experience with these bags as working photographers combined with extensive research from other reputable sources online.

If we missed anything, or if you have any recommendations on what we should consider for next year, please comment below!

Best Messenger Camera Bags (Camera Sling Bags)

A reliable messenger bag is important for both amateur and professional photographers who need quick access to gear, especially lenses. Gear within backpacks and roller bags takes time to access, so consider a messenger bag if you need access to multiple lenses quickly. See our list of the best camera bags that sling over the shoulder.

Think Tank Photo Vision 13 Camera Shoulder Bag (Our Choice)

Our Winner for the Best Camera Messenger Bag.

The Think Tank Photo Vision 13 is an updated and great blend of style and functionality. It fits one standard-size DSLR with a mid-range zoom attached plus 2–3 additional lenses.

The neutral color options give the bag versatility for everyday and professional use for any gender. Unlike many other camera bags of it’s type, the Vision 13’s main compartment features its own zippered lid for use under the bag’s front flat, enhancing the security and protection of your gear from the elements and damage.

The main drawback of this bag is the laptop compartment size. It can only fit a 13-inch laptop, making it a great camera bag but maybe not the best everyday laptop bag. That being said, you can always upgrade and get the 15, which of course, will accommodate a standard 15″ laptop or tablet should you need that extra carrying space. I actually have the 15 and use it nearly every single day!

Check the prices from our preferred retailers below: Amazon | B&H | Adorama

Peak Design Everyday Messenger 15 V2

2nd Place for the Best Camera Messenger Bag

The co-developers, Peak Design and Trey Ratcliff, have thought through every minute detail, from the compartment separators and secure pockets to the way the strap attaches to the bag.

Peak Design also makes other great products that work seamlessly with this bag, so if you’re a capture clip or slide strap user, this is a great choice for you.

The main drawback of this bag is that there is no luggage strap on the back of the bag. It also has a tapered design that limits its potential carrying capacity.

Check the prices from our preferred retailers below: Amazon | B&H | Adorama

Domke F-2 Original Camera Bag

3rd Place for the Best Camera Messenger Bag

The Domke F-2 is in a bit of a different league when compared to the other two messenger bags above. This is made to carry 2 full DSLRs with 6-10 lenses and accessories while still not being “huge” like you’d expect from a bag carrying so much gear. Especially since it manages to look stylish and NOT look like a stereotypical camera bag.

Made with tough, breathable, and waterproofed canvas material, it’s designed to hug close to your hip, rather than bounce around like many other ridgid bags on the market. The strap also fully wraps around the base of the bag to provide some extra strength and stability to your carry.

The only real drawback of this bag is while it’s technically big enough to carry a small laptop, it doesn’t have a defined pocket for such devices, so if you were wanting to carry your computer in here, you’d need to do some customization which would take away from the carry capacity for your regular gear. Additionally, the straps for closing the bag are “clip” style, meaning they aren’t as quick and easy to close up as the other bags mentioned above.

Check the prices from our preferred retailers below: Amazon | B&H | Adorama

Best Camera Backpacks

Camera backpacks are great for photographers who want more carrying capacity and carrying comfort than a messenger bag but don’t want to lug around a full rolling camera bag. We recommend a camera backpack for your choice of the best camera bag if you’re traveling, going on an outdoor or urban photo adventure, or if you need more equal weight distribution than a messenger bag has to offer.

Peak Design Everyday Backpack V2 (Our Choice)

Our Winner for the Best Camera Backpack

This features a unique design that gives you quick access to ALL of your gear without having to remove the backpack. Some other backpacks require that you remove it entirely and set it down in order to access your gear; they also only give you quick access to some compartments. The Peak Design backpack, however, gives you full access to the fully modular compartments from both the left and right sides.

In addition, it’s also beautifully designed and made with high-quality materials and stitching. The look and functionality make this perfect for everyday use, overseas travel, or just daily photo adventures. Take everything you loved from the original backpack, and add enhancements from user feedback, and you’ve got the updated V2!

The primary drawback is that the top pocket is secured with a clasp (and not a weatherproof zipper). So, if you’re going on a serious outdoor adventure, this may not be the right fit for you.

Check the prices from our preferred retailers below: Amazon | B&H | Adorama

Lowepro ProTactic BP 450 AW II Backpack

2nd Place for the Best Camera Backpack

If you’re the type of photographer who likes to carry more than 2 cameras and multiple lenses along with other accessories, then this might be the backpack for you!

At a glance, you could say the namesake is accurate, as it definitely looks like something designed for the function and utility for the military if it weren’t for the Lowepro logo. Designed for pure function on the inside and out, this has become one of the industries best selling backpacks across the market, and is definitely Lowepro’s most popular ever!

The material and straps are incredibly breathable, comfortable, and provides great support for the photographer on the move. Two zippered pockets are available on the hip support belt for your quick grab items like lens caps, batteries, or even just a simple snack! What we love is this bag, allows you to gain access to your gear from the top, left, right, and back/inside panels! Letting you get to your gear quick and easily in any situation.

Check the prices from our preferred retailers below: Amazon | B&H | Adorama

Wandrd Duo Day Pack

3rd Place for the Best Camera Backpack

Wandrd isn’t afraid to think differently in terms of design and functionality. While it may be the 3rd place on this list, internally at SLR Lounge it’s one of our favorite bags we’ve tested in a LONG time! Aesthetically, it’s style is appealing for everyday use as a commuter backpack.

Functionally, it has an array of pockets, a unique system that allows you to access everything without setting the bag down, and can function as a general use backpack for your day to day usage as well as being a camera and gear bag! The DUO Daypack was truly designed to move effortlessly from work to play. Once you pick it up, you’ll be sure to see why!

Check the prices from our preferred retailers below: Amazon | B&H | Adorama | Wandrd

Best Rolling Camera Bags

Most professional photographers need a rolling camera bag/case to store all of their gear. Below are our choices for the best camera bags with wheels:

Pelican Air 1615 Case (Our Choice)

Our Winner for the Best Rolling Camera Bag

This is the most durable rolling camera case on the market. Shorter photographers can stand on it when they need extra height. Travel and nature photographers can reliably drag it through extreme elements without fear. And the kicker is the low price in comparison to its competitors.

The main drawback is that it’s not as easy (or smooth) to roll around as some luggage-style bags, especially the ones with four wheels. Also, with its rigid, durable design, the carrying capacity is limited if you have a ton of gear.

Check the prices from our preferred retailers below: Amazon | B&H | Adorama

Think Tank Photo Airport Roller Derby

2nd Place for the Best Rolling Camera Bag

The Think Tank Photo Airport Roller Derby is one of the most popular rolling camera cases on the market, for good reason.

It features Think Tank’s modular interior, a high carrying capacity, durability, and a high-quality build. It also has four wheels, making it easy to roll around at the airport, on the street, or through a crowded event. While you will pay a premium for the smooth rolling, it’s well worth it for professionals.

A quick “honorable mention” alternative here would be the Airport Takeoff V2 for those who may need to quickly convert their roller into a backpack.

Check the prices from our preferred retailers below: Amazon | B&H | Adorama

Lowepro PhotoStream RL 150 Roller Bag

3rd Place for the Best Rolling Camera Bag

The Lowepro PhotoStream Roller is a classic rolling camera bag with a modular interior, as well as compartments and pockets for for laptops, lenses, flashes, tripods, and other camera gear. The build quality is great and the price point is fair.

This is a great bag to consider if you don’t want to splurge for a 4-wheel bag, yet you want more carrying capacity than a Pelican.

Check the prices from our preferred retailers below: Amazon | B&H | Adorama

Best Budget Camera Bags

If you’re looking for a the best camera bags on a budget, whether it be a messenger, backpack or rolling bag, then you are going to have to make sacrifices, primarily on the style and uniqueness of the bag. But if these aren’t a priority for you, then you should consider the Amazon Basics lineup. For the functionality, you’re not going to beat the price.

Here are our recommendations:

Best Camera Bags for Women

Our recommendations above are for all genders. However, there are brands designed specifically for women with bags that feature the look and feel of designer purses. If you’re looking for these, you’ll want to check out Kelly Moore Bags and Jo Totes.

How to Choose A Camera Bag

Primary Features

Before pulling out your credit card, make sure you focus on the features that are most important for you. Remember, every photographer has a unique set of gear and a unique sense of style, so the “best” for someone else might not be the best for you.

Place top priority in the following features:

Comfort – Whether you’re shooting an event or going on a hike, your camera bag could be on your body for long periods of time. Ensure that the straps are comfortable and that the bag is not too heavy. Your health could be on the line.
Size/Capacity – Ensure that your choice of the best camera bag carries what you need for your style of shooting but isn’t excessive in size. Many bags have two versions/sizes, one smaller and one larger, so read the specs carefully and watch a few Youtube videos before making that final purchase.
Style – Just like anything else on your body, your bag, whether you care or not, reflects your personal style to the outside world. Select a bag with versatility, one that you can wear with whatever outfit you find yourself shooting in that day.

Small But Important Features of the best camera bags

In the competitive bag market, the smallest features or conveniences make the biggest difference. You’ll have to decide what’s important for you and your personal preferences. Here are a few features we recommend focusing on:

Luggage Attachment (for backpacks and messenger bags) – The ability to slide a messenger bag or backpack onto a roller bag or luggage is critical for traveling and during long shoots to give your back and shoulders a rest.
Secure pockets (Zipper) – Ensure your bags have enough zippers and pockets to accommodate your gear. Zipper pockets are especially important for places you will store your memory cards.
Rain Jacket/Waterproofing – Find bags that are weatherproof. If you live in a rainy area, find bags that allow you to weatherproof quickly and conveniently.

Summary of the Best Camera Bags

Here is a list of all of the gear discussed in this article:

Think Tank Photo Vision 13 Camera Shoulder Bag (Our Choice – Winner)
Peak Design Everyday Messenger V2
Domke F-2 Original Camera Bag
Peak Design Everyday Backpack V2 (Our Choice – Winner)
Lowepro ProTactic BP 450 AW II
Wandrd Duo Day Pack
Pelican Air 1615 Case (Our Choice – Winner)
Think Tank Photo Airport Roller Derby
Lowepro PhotoStream Roller 150
AmazonBasics Backpack for SLR/DSLR Cameras
AmazonBasics Medium DSLR Gadget Bag
AmazonBasics Convertible Rolling Camera Backpack

What did we miss? Please give us feedback so that we can check out other bags and keep this list up-to-date.

Here are Adorama’s Best Black Friday Deals for 2022

Christopher Lin — Fri, 18 Nov 2022 18:46:10 +0000

Adorama has dropped a ton of early Black Friday Deals, making now the best time to load up on the gear you need for next year. Whether you’re looking to upgrade your camera or expand your creative toolkit with new flash modifiers, you’ll want to take full advantage of the lowest prices of the year for most of these products. We’ve listed a few of our favorites below.

For a full list of deals, be sure to check out our Black Friday Deal Tracker, our annual list of ALL deals in the photo space (or at least all of the ones we find). We update this list every 1-3 days, so be sure to book mark and check back!

Flashpoint Zoom Li-on X R2 TTL On-Camera Round Flash Speedlight For Canon (Godox V1)

Original Price: $259 → Early Black Friday Price: $$219.00 ($40 OFF)

Glow ParaSnap 44″ Octa New Generation SterlingFibre Softbox With Bowens Mount

Original Price: $249 → Early Black Friday Price: $169 ($80 OFF)

Canon EOS R5 Mirrorless Camera Body With Flashpoint Zoom Li-on X R2 TTL Flash

Original Price: $3,899 → Early Black Friday Price: $3,699 ($200 OFF). The EOS R5 builds off of the powerful legacy of Canon’s full frame cameras offering next generation refinements in image quality, performance and reliability. It’s an ideal choice for a large range of photographic and cinematographic environments from weddings, portraits, sports, journalism, landscape, cinematography and more.

Nikon D850 DSLR Camera Body With Free PC Accessory Bundle

Original Price: $2,996.95 → Early Black Friday Price: $2,496.95 ($500 OFF).

The D850 is a formidable tool for creators who will not compromise on exceptional image quality and versatility, including both aspiring and professional photographers as well as hobbyists who capture landscapes, weddings, sports, fashion, commercial imagery and multimedia content creators. The powerful new FX-format digital SLR camera is engineered with a range of new technologies, features and performance enhancements that are a direct result of feedback from users, who demand the very best from their camera equipment.

Nikon NIKKOR Z 28-75mm f/2.8 Lens

Original Price: $1,196.95 → Early Black Friday Price: $896.95 (25% OFF)

Go next level with this light, nimble full frame f/2.8 standard zoom from Nikon. The Nikkor Z 28-75mm f/2.8 brings brilliant low-light capabilities, vast depth of field control and beautiful bokeh together with a versatile zoom range and compact rugged design that’s as inspiring for stills as it is for videos.

Panasonic G X Vario 12-35mm F/2.8 II Asph. OIS Lens f/Micro 4/3 With Acc Bundle

Original Price: $997.99 – .Early Black Friday Price: $697.99 (30% OFF)

Panasonic LUMIX Mirrorless Micro Four Thirds lenses deliver a no-compromise approach to optical performance for modern interchangeable camera enthusiasts and professionals. Built for the outdoors, this professional grade metal body lens features a splash / dustproof design when mounted on a compatible LUMIX G Mirrorless camera.

Fujifilm GFX50S II Mirrorless Digital Camera with GF 35-70mm f/4.5-5.6 WR Lens

Original Price: $4,499 → Early Black Friday price: $3,699 (18% OFF)

The GFX System camera packs a 51.4 MP sensor that’s physically bigger than every full-frame sensor by approx. 1.7x, but so wonderfully compact that it’s still similar in size to many full-frame cameras.With an incredibly accurate autofocus system,in-body image stabilization that provides up to 6.5 stops stability for complete handheld freedom, and 19 Film Simulationmodes-created using over 85 years of color science know-how-GFX50S II is sure to produce outstanding results for creatives of every level.

Sigma AF 35mm f/1.4 DG DN ART Lens for Sony E

Original Price: $899 → Early Black Friday Price: $749 (17 % OFF).

With improved optical performance, and a dust and splashproof design, the new SIGMA 35mm F1.4 DG DN | Art is designed exclusively for mirrorless cameras, with a lightweight, compact form, premium construction, and outstanding optical quality. An evolution of a true classic, the new 35mm F1.4 DG DN | A updates SIGMA’s most popular Art prime to bring an unprecedented level of image quality to E-mount and L-mount camera systems.

Flashpoint XPLOR 600 HSS Battery-Powered Monolight with Built-in R2 2.4GHz Radio Remote System

Original Price: $549 → Early Black Friday Price: $399 (27% OFF)

The Flashpoint XPLOR600 is the one monolight for all your assignments, all your challenges, backed by industry leader, Flashpoint. The flash features many settings for the pro, like FEC, rapid stroboscopic flash, first or second curtain sync, LED Modeling, upgradable firmware and new camera system compatibility, clear LCD display, plus 11 advanced options features

Flashpoint XPLOR 600PRO R2 TTL Battery-Powered Monolight Kit With Glow ParaPop and C-Stand

Original Price $1,258 → Early Black Friday Price: $799 (40% OFF)

The compact 600ws marvel invites you to go beyond the straights of wire dependency and soar into the free and easy heights only R2 Radio tenders. This Value Bundle comes with a Flashpoint XPLOR 600 PRO, Glow ParaPop OTA and a Flashpoint C Stand Kit and Shipping is free!

Godox VL300 300W LED Video Light

Original Price: $749 → Early Black Friday Price: $359 (52% OFF)

The VL300 LED Video Light from Godox is a lightweight and compact LED monolite-style light source suitable for portrait, still life, and location photography, and also for video-based applications. The daylight-balanced COB LED features a CRI rating of 96 and TLCI rating of 95, producing highly accurate color renditions and rendering extremely realistic flesh tones. The light body is operated and powered from an external controller, keeping it compact and lightweight. It features a whisper-quiet fan and an integrated Bowens-style reflector mount, making it compatible with a wide array of light modifiers.

CLAR S30 Focusing LED Light (Godox S30)

Original Price: $249 → Early Black Friday Price: $129 (48% OFF)

The CLAR S30 Focusing LED Light is the remarkable solution for precision spot to flood LED lighting for all videography where excellence is the priority. Small, yet powerful and adept, the LED light is primed for professional delivery of creative and essential lighting without the mass and size usually associated with such a formidable feature-laden productive unit. Of course, you can electronically control brightness levels steplessly, with values displayed clearly on the LCD information panel, while enjoying the gentle precise tight to wide beam illumination.

Other Notable Deals

Zhiyun Weebill 3 3-Axis Handheld Gimbal Stabilizer
Original Price: $449 → Early Black Friday Price: $359 (20% OFF)

Shure KSM32 Embossed Single-Diaphragm Microphone with Aluminum Case
Original Price: $649 → Early Black Friday Price: $519 (20% OFF)

Atomos Shinobi 7″ Full HD IPS Touchscreen HDR Photo and Video Monitor
Original Price: $699 → Early Black Friday Price: $499 (29% OFF)Best Wearables Deals

Fitbit Versa 4 Fitness GPS Smartwatch
Original Price: $229.95→ Early Black Friday Price: $149.95 ($80 OFF)

Garmin Epix Gen 2 47mm GPS Smartwatch, Slate Steel
Original Price: $899→ Early Black Friday Price: $799 (11% OFF)

LG gram 16″ WQXGA Ultra-Slim Notebook Computer with Intel Core i5-1135G7 2.4GHz
Original Price: $1,349→ Early Black Friday Price: $799.99 (41% OFF)

LG 27″ OLED 3840 x 2160 Desktop Monitor
Original Price $2,996.99 → Early Black Friday Price $1,996.99 (33% OFF)

Wacom Intuos Pro Creative Pen Tablet
Original Price: $379.95 → Early Black Friday Price $299.95 (21% OFF)

Microsoft Xbox Series S
Original Price: $299 → Early Black Friday Price: $249 ($50 OFF)

CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme, Core i9/RTX 3070/16GB RAM/1TB SSD/2TB HDD
Original Price: $2,389.99 → Early Black Friday Price: $1,769.99 (26% OFF)

MSI Katana GF66 12U 15.6″ Full HD 144Hz Gaming Notebook Computer
Original Price: $1,099 → Early Black Friday Price: $999 (9% OFF)

Autel Robotics EVO II V2 Pro 6K Rugged Drone Bundle
Original Price: $2,499 → Early Black Friday Price: $2,199 (12% OFF)

Adorama Live Shopping Event

Also the official Adorama Black Friday event starts on 11.22.22 at 9am. They’ll have “doorbuster deals, giveaways, special guests & more!”

Black Friday Deal Tracker

For more deals, be sure to check out our Black Friday Deal Tracker, our annual list of ALL deals in the photo space (or at least all of the ones we find). We update this list every 1-3 days, so be sure to book mark and check back!

Great Gifts for Photographers and Videographers | Over $500 List

David J. Crewe — Mon, 30 Nov 2020 16:19:48 +0000

In our third Holiday Gift Guide for Photographers, we’re exploring the $500 and up price range. In this range, you’ll find the latest cameras, lenses and flash equipment. Each major camera manufacturer released new game-changing technology in their mirrorless cameras, pushing the limits of low light capabilities, autofocus speed and accuracy and more. Flash makers like Profoto also had some important updates to favorites like the B10 and the A1. And of course, Apple’s big announcement of M1 chip technology in their new Macbooks will have many photographers upgrading or switching.

Be sure to check out the entire list, at all price ranges, in the link below.

See Full List

Sigma Lenses – $399 to $1339

Sigma lenses are a great choice for any photographer because of their high performance in sharpness and overall image quality, solid build, and good price point.

Profoto A1x – $895 $1095

The Profoto A1 Light is an incredibly versatile flash that can be adapted to almost any situation on camera or off. The magnet ring makes attachments and accessory swapping a breeze and the TTL capabilities can do most of the heavy lifting for you in terms of your settings. Professionals will enjoy the fast adjustments and versatility, amateurs will take advantage of all of the intelligent and automatic operations. (Check Pricing: Adorama | B&H | Amazon)

Jarvis Bamboo Standing Desk – $664

With most of us working from home, stand-up desks have become an even hotter item to make the “must have” lists for the creatives in your life. The Jarvis Stand Up Desks have become one of the most popular desks sold today with a competitive price point, a wide variety of heights to accommodate most people, and stability in line with the best in the market.

Zhiyun Crane-2S Pro – $849

Zhiyun Crane-2S Pro 3-Axis stabilizer is one of the hottest products of 2020 in its category. The Crane-2S handles large cameras, and you can also mount multiple accessories on it. It features the new FlexMount System which simplifies the setup process while securing the camera with a double safety lock. (Check Pricing: Adorama | B&H | Amazon)

Macbook Pro | M1 8-Core CPU $1,299 and Up

The new M1 chip integrates the CPU, GPU, Neural Engine, I/O, and more into a single system on a chip (SoC), creating the most powerful and efficient Macbook Pro yet. With performance 3.5 times faster than the predecessor, the new Macbook Pro is sure to make any photographer’s mouth drool. (Check Pricing: Adorama | B&H | Amazon)

Profoto B10 Plus OCF Flash Head – $2,095

The B10 Plus builds on the laurels of the original B10, with the same quality, consistency, and design of the original, but now offers 500Ws of power, double that of its predecessor. (Check Pricing: Adorama | B&H)

Puget Systems Custom PC – Price Varies

If you’re looking to splurge on a custom built PC computer, we recommend going with Puget Systems. They’ll put together an optimized machine for your photo and/or video editing needs with operating speeds unmatched by any out-of-the-box solution.

Fuji X-T4 – $1,699

The X-Series cameras have been a favorite among professional creatives and the Fujifilm X-T4 has raised the bar even further. This flagship Fujifilm X-Series camera will be the perfect gift for the professional Fujifilm shooter in your life. (Check Pricing: Adorama | B&H)

Canon EOS R6 – $2,499

The R6 is a brilliant full-frame mirrorless camera from Canon. It’s more affordable than the R5 yet still boasts many of the same strengths, such as best-in-class autofocus performance, in-body image stabilization and more. (Check Pricing: Adorama | B&H)

Canon EOS R5 – $3,899

The R5 is one of the best cameras Canon has ever made, with 45 megapixels, a 5,940 auto focus zone, a 20 fps shooting speed and 8k movie capabilities. This is the camera for the professional photographer loyal to the Canon brand. (Check Pricing: Adorama | B&H)

Nikon Z6 II – $1,996.95

The Nikon Z 6II offers upgraded speed, versatility, and performance, on its predecessor. As an all-rounder mirrorless camera, this is designed for high-end photo and video production. (Check Pricing at Adorama | B&H)

Nikon Z 7II – $2,996.95

The Z7 II boasts a 45.7MP full-frame BSI sensor with dual processors and dual card slots, making a great option for professionals looking for the latest mirrorless technology under the Nikon Brand. (Check Pricing: Adorama | B&H)

Sony A7 III – $1,698 $1998

The Sony A7III builds on the strong performance of its predecessors. It has a 24MP full-frame sensor, 4K video, a 693-point hybrid autofocus system, frame rate of 10 fps, and other impressive specs. It also has 2 card slots and a long battery life, making it a great value. (Adorama | B&H)

Sony A7S III – $3,498

If you’re ready to splurge on a camera and fully commit to the Sony mirrorless system, you can’t go wrong with the A7S III. This full-frame hybrid camera is a small 4K camera with incredible low light performance and great video quality, with the ability to record for long durations. (Check Pricing: Adorama | B&H)

Prior Year Lists

If you need some other ideas, below is a list from prior years selections.

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Leica TL2 $1,950

Somehow, Leica has managed to envelop some of what we love about the M cameras into this system; something never quite accomplished with the D-Lux, no matter what they say. The mechanical shutter mechanism sounds good, and perhaps more importantly it feels good. Maybe due to its appearance –that it’s so clean and doesn’t look militaristic– you don’t think about it the way you would a Sony a6500 which feels utilitarian by comparison. Nor an X-T2 which feels rather..’.airline cutlery’ compared.

It’s a camera that shows that if you want a practical option you don’t need to drop the idea of having something beautiful and focused on design. It’s modern with a touchscreen and yet retains a classic approach.

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Venus Optics Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Zero-D Lens $899

This is a wide lens with little to no compromise. A truly wide-angle prime featuring a rectilinear optical design Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Zero-D from Venus Optics is specifically meant to limit distortion for clear and accurate portrayals of landscapes and architectural subjects. The optical construction also incorporates a pair of aspherical elements and three extra-low dispersion elements to control both spherical and chromatic aberrations for improved sharpness and reduced color fringing.

A Frog Eye Coating has been applied, too, to repel dust and moisture from the front element of the lens to benefit working in trying environmental conditions. Benefitting the optical attributes, this lens also features a precise manual focus design along with a floating optical system to maintain accurate rendering throughout the focus range, from 7.09″ to infinity. Additionally, a petal-shaped lens hood is also incorporated into the lens’ design to reduce flare and ghosting when working in strong lighting conditions. For getting close, and for anything like astro, it’s absolutely brilliant – and would be even at twice the cost.

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Sony A7R III $3,198

This is the mirrorless camera we have all been waiting for from Sony, and in general. All the questions the previous models left us asking have been answered, and wish-lists delivered upon.

Sony’s A7RIII is a versatile, high-performance camera characterized by not only its resolution, but by its multimedia versatility. Revolving around a full-frame 42.4MP Exmor R BSI CMOS sensor and updated BIONZ X image processor, the a7R III affords an impressive 10 fps continuous shooting rate along with improved autofocus performance for faster, more reliable subject tracking along with wide frame coverage. This updated Fast Hybrid AF System employs a combination of 399 phase-detection points and 425 contrast-detection areas for quicker acquirement of focus in a variety of lighting conditions, and also maintains focus on subjects more effectively. then of course it has a battery that will get hundreds of shots a charge, a better OLED EVF, and will do and will do FF 4K. It essentially is the best all ’round camera on the market today.

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Hasselblad X1D $7,995 ($1,00 off for the holidays)

What can one say about the X1D? That it looks and feels every bit the $8K camera. It’s a camera you can live with, and love. It’s not intimidating and it’s not intrusive in public, and it’ll deliver the kind of results you’ll only achieve with a sensor this size, and all in a timeless body. It also has about the best grip in the photographic world. It’s a return to form for Hasselblad.

Determined to shake up the photographic industry, Hasselblad has unleashed a world’s first in the form of the silver X1D-50c Medium Format Mirrorless Digital Camera. This camera takes the well-regarded 50MP 43.8 x 32.9mm CMOS sensor found in numerous medium format systems and incorporates it into a revolutionary mirrorless camera body. Designed and handmade in Sweden, this camera is a precision tool with exceptional ergonomics and a compact size that even rivals smaller format systems. Taking this system above and beyond the rest is a large sensor that works hand-in-hand with the Hasselblad Natural Color Solution to create phenomenal raw images with smooth tonal gradations thanks to 16-bit color depth and 14 stops of dynamic range.

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FujiFilm X-E3 $899

A svelte, versatile camera, the black Fujifilm X-E3 is a progression in their rangefinder-styled mirrorless series, and features an updated sensor and processor along with familiar classic design. Revolving around the 24.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS III sensor and X-Processor Pro image processor, high-resolution stills can be recorded with notable sharpness and clarity due to the sensor’s organic layout and omission of an optical low-pass filter. The sensor and processor combination also avails quick continuous shooting up to 14 fps, an extended sensitivity range to ISO 51200, and the ability to record UHD 4K/30 video or Full HD 1080p/60 video.

Benefitting the imaging capabilities, the X-E3 retains its retro-inspired physical design complete with a high-resolution 2.36m-dot electronic viewfinder, 3.0″ 1.04m-dot rear touchscreen LCD, and physical shutter speed and exposure compensation dials. Also, its wireless capabilities have been expanded to include Bluetooth connectivity for low-power image transferring and remote camera control from a linked mobile device.

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LaCie 6Big Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) RAID Array $2,500+

If you’re looking for a storage/security and speed solution with, essentially, no rival on the commercial market, this is it. It’s absurdly fast, reliable, and strangely beautiful. The performance of the 6Big is like a drug it’s so addictive, and the kind of unit that will see studios, videographers, and individuals with large amount of data elevate their operating levels, and the USB-C and Thunderbolt 3 connectivity makes it a daisy-chain and power solution that creatives can grow with. Like the Porsche slogan, “There is no substitute”. Some stats:

LaCie has equipped this RAID array with Thunderbolt 3 technology that transfers data at a rate of up to 40 Gb/s and offers a reversible USB-C connection. For data performance and redundancy, an onboard hardware RAID controller lets you set the 3.5″ hard drives in 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, or 50 RAID configuration. With LaCie RAID Manager, RAID setup is straightforward by offering an intuitive interface to administer the LaCie 6big. Leveraging RAID 0 and Thunderbolt 3, the 6big is able to deliver up to 1400 MB/s read and write speeds.

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Broncolor Siros L $2,053+

Broncolor knows how to make a sexy light. The quality and consistency of the light produced by the Siros L without having to purchase a color correcting dome alone is unmatched in its class and will reduce precious editing time in post production that could be better spent elsewhere.

The freedom that exists with being able to use a truly portable monolight is incredible, and if proper care is taken, the Siros L should last a very long time. The Siros L is innovative, freeing, and a lot of fun to work with. After photographing with a light of this caliber, it is difficult to consider going back to ‘normal’ equipment. The Siros L definitely lives up to the reputation that has become synonymous with everything Broncolor stands for.

[REVIEW: Broncolor Siros L 800ws Review | A Class Leader]

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California Sunbounce Sun Swatter $669

Not all reflectors or scrims or diffusers are made equal, and California Sunbounce arguably makes some of the best, which is why you’ll see them in the BTS shots being used in Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition shoots, Vicotria’s Secret, and major shoots akin. This Sunbounce system consists of a collapsible aluminum frame that can be easily assembled and combined with different reflecting, light-reducing, or light-absorbing screens to take full advantage of any kind of light–hard or soft, natural or artificial.

This Sun-Bounce Big Super Saver Starter Kit (6×8′) includes the lightweight, stable, anodized aluminum frame, a reversible silver/white screen, a grip head for attaching the reflector to a stand (not included), tuning clips for modifying the reflector by attaching custom fabrics or other material (not included), and a shoulder bag to hold the kit. The silver reflector is for reflecting strong contrasty light; the white reflector reflects a softer, diffused light. The frame is designed with an integrated crossbar and clamp so that it can be comfortably held in many different ways–by hand or by attaching it to a tripod, for instance. A great piece of kit for any photographer to keep and use forever.

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DJI Mavic Pro $999

The DJI Mavic is the runaway drone hit from 2016 and it’s just come out, but it’s dominated the GoPro Karma is pretty much every comparison and packs features once thought possible only on much larger platforms into a compact quadcopter that is snappy, agile, and captures high-resolution images.

The drone features an advanced flight control system that draws on a host of sensors — including a ground-facing camera, ultrasound, GPS, dual redundant IMUs, and more — to keep track of where it is flying in 3D space and even avoid collisions. The Mavic works in tandem with DJI’s GO mobile app for accessing settings, getting a telemetry readout, viewing a low-latency video feed, and even editing and sharing your footage. In addition to traditional joystick style controls, you can fly with simple tap-based commands, and the Mavic can even recognize gestures for the perfect selfie, and all while being in a tiny form factor that shoots 4K.

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HuaWei Mate 9 $399

There are some details below, but perhaps most importantly is the fact this phone has a dedicated B&W sensor in addition to it’s normal one, and the output of it is absolutely sensational. For those who love B&W, this is reminiscent of using the Leica M Monochrom, the images are that good. It’s an utter joy.

The Mate 9’s camera setup includes two rear-facing Leica shooters: a 20MP monochrome sensor and a 12MP color sensor. An 8MP selfie camera is also on board. Bluetooth 4.2 can be used for pairing with other Bluetooth-enabled devices. 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi is also integrated for high-speed Internet connectivity. NFC allows you to instantly connect to other NFC-enabled devices for content sharing, simply by tapping the two devices together. A-GPS with GLONASS is also available for using Google Location and Maps services. Additionally, the Huawei Mate 9 features a 4000mAh battery which can be quickly recharged with the reversible USB Type-C connector

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Apple iPad Pro 10.5 $649

The iPad has been an indispensable tool for photographers since its inception and the iPad Pro seems to have taken that very dearly to heart. This new 10.5 inch is the unit that makes the iPad Pro into a full-on workhorse.

With the introduction of the space gray 10.5″ iPad Pro, Apple provides users with 256GB of storage and a 10.5″ IPS Retina display that is 20% larger than their 9.7″ model, while reducing its border size by nearly 40%. The result is a tablet that weighs just over 1 lb and also features a 12-core GPU, a screen resolution of 2224 x 1668, 264 pixels per inch (ppi), a refresh rate of 120 Hz, a brightness of 600 cd/m², support for the P3 color gamut, 20 ms latency, and an anti-reflective coating with 1.8% reflectivity. Combined with Affinity Photo and the Pencil, or using it to mirror a computer with apps like Duet or Astropad, the iPad Pro is Wacom Cintiq-like, and fully capable of being a stand-alone editor. It’s also brilliant for sharing images with clients on set when using something like Capture Pilot for Capture One Pro. Highly recommended.

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Sigma 135mm f/1.8 $1,299

Sigma set the bar high for everyone when they released the ART line, especially the 50mm and 35mm ARTs, but perhaps with those as the first, creating an 85mm ART was the true test as it’s the focal length everyone had been waiting for to have an ART tag. Well, with the 85mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens, and they delivered an optic with high performance, a large f/1.4 aperture, and a variety of technologies. What was to follow was the 135mm f/1.8, which produces some of the most buttery backgrounds one could ask for, and sharp at 1.8. For those in love with the Canon 135, the Sigma 135 performs better, and is sure to be adored by the savvy portrait photographer.

Sigma has truly created a lens worthy of wearing the ART badge.

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Canon 5D Mark IV $3,199

Canon’s 5D line has become something somewhat legendary with a throng of professionals and enthusiasts who swear by every iteration of it, and use them to death. The 5DIV had big shoes to follow as well as ground it had to cover to keep pace with and also outpace the competition.

This multimedia maven offers a newly developed 30.4MP full-frame CMOS sensor paired with the DIGIC 6+ image processor in order to balance fine detail and resolution with low-light performance and sensitivity. It is able to work within a native range of ISO 100-32000, which can then be expanded to an impressive ISO 50-102400, for sharp, low-noise images in a variety of conditions. Along with these improvements to image quality, users will enjoy a performance boost across the board with an enhanced AF system, built-in Wi-Fi, NFC, and GPS, and much more. All of this and with Dual Pixel Raw the 5D Mark IV is a glimpse into where Canon is heading.

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Sony a6500 $1,198

Sony’s a6500 is the next evolution of Sony’s ever-loved a6000, and it is nothing short of remarkable. With it, what Sony has done is taken everything great about the a6300, and made it…more. With a 24.2MP Exmor CMOS sensor and BIONZ X image processor, clean image quality is provided with a wide expandable sensitivity range to ISO 51200, along with accelerated readout speeds for internal 4K30 and Full HD 1080p120 video recording with full pixel readout. The processor further benefits videographers with the inclusion of an S&Q (Slow & Quick) Motion setting that permits capturing Full HD video at a variety of frame rates ranging from 1-120 fps.

Stills shooters also benefit from the apt processing speed, which enables continuous shooting at 11 fps for up to 301 JPEGs in a burst, as well as 14-bit raw file output. Complementing both stills and video, 5-axis SteadyShot image stabilization minimizes the appearance of camera shake with ALL mounted lenses to support working with slower shutter speeds. The sensor and processor combination is a marvel and also avails 4D FOCUS, which utilizes a wide-coverage 425-point phase-detection system with a 169-area contrast detection system for quick and precise focusing performance. It’s pretty much all the camera most people will ever need, and in a small package.

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DJI Osmo $260+

DJI’s Osmo came out to much speculation and then much adoration as it made super-smooth cinematic video accessible to everyone, and didn’t require an expertise to achieve it. The Osmo line has expanded and this is the most current offering that features a 3.5x optical and 2x digital zoom, giving up to 7x zoom when shooting in Full 1080p resolution, and up to 3.5x zoom at all other resolutions.

There’s the Osmo for mobile phones, and the regular. The Osmo+ features a 4K camera capable of capturing DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) resolution at 24/25 fps, Ultra HD 4K (3840 x 2160) at up to 30 fps, 2.7K, and Full HD 1080p at 24-120 fps. It also shoots sharp 12MP still photos. Audio can be captured via an on-board mic or an included external FlexiMic, which plugs into the front of the gimbal handle and unobtrusively points in the direction of the subject. The on-board mic is located on the handle. The detachable handle also features a joystick and other controls. The Osmo+ records to microSD cards up to 64GB, and an iPhone can be mounted in an included phone holder on the side of the handle to display a live feed from the camera via a high-speed Wi-Fi link using a designated DJI iOS app, so you can monitor your shots, including your zooming in and out. With the world going video, this is one of the nicest steps into that world.

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Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2 $1,199

Characterized by apt focusing speed and image stabilization, the Nikon F-mount SP 24-70mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2 from Tamron is a revised fast standard zoom covering a versatile wide-angle to portrait-length range. This is the 24-70 many have been waiting for, out-performing the Canon’s and Nikons in many respects and at nearly half the price.

A sophisticated optical design, balancing its optical attributes it also utilizes a USM autofocus motor to deliver notably quick, quiet, and precise focusing performance that suits both stills and video applications. Also, 5-stop-effective Vibration Compensation helps to minimize the appearance of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting in difficult lighting conditions. Additionally, the lens is moisture-resistant and has a fluorine coating on the front element to enable its use in trying environmental conditions.

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Nikon 105mm f/1.4 $2,196

Nikon’s 105mm f/1.4 ED has to be the most talked about lens of the year, as it breaks new ground in 105mm focal lengths. Not only has Nikon created something new, but its performance is essentially flawless as a portrait lens.

Maintaining clarity and sharpness throughout the aperture range, the optical design utilizes extra-low dispersion glass to minimize chromatic aberrations and color fringing, and a Nano Crystal Coat has been applied to reduce flare and ghosting in strong lighting. Availing a range of unique possibilities for a telephoto lens, the combination of the 105mm focal length and fast maximum aperture greatly benefit portrait photographers as well as event shooters. It’s about as fast or a little faster than you’d expect from a lens this size with so much heavy glass, and the quality of the bokeh is high, not to mention it isolates subjects in a way other lenses just don’t, and yet none of that is as surprising as just how sharp this lens is – astonishing.

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SIGMA Reveals 2020 Black Friday Sale | Save Up to $240 on Lenses

Christopher Lin — Mon, 16 Nov 2020 14:01:23 +0000

SIGMA Photo has announced limited-time Black Friday pricing on a variety of popular photography products from Sunday, November 15 through Monday, December 7, 2020 at SIGMA Authorized Dealers in the United States. SIGMA is also offering a Zero Percent Financing option for Cine lens purchases, currently available through the end of 2020, as well as discounts on purchases of multiple Cine lenses.

For the first time ever, SIGMA America will offer Instant Savings on both the 24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM | Art zoom lens and the mirrorless-exclusive 24-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Art. In addition, SIGMA’s most popular Art prime lenses – the 35mm F1.4 DG HSM | Art, 50mm F1.4 DG HSM | Art, and 85mm F1.4 DG HSM | Art – will feature savings for a limited time, making some of the most desirable lenses in the Art line accessible to photographers.

SIGMA Black Friday Instant Savings (Nov. 15 – Dec. 7, 2020)

24-70mm F2.8 DG DN | Art – Versatile design without compromise.
$40 Savings / Price: $1,059
24-70mm F2.8 DG OS HSM | Art – The leading lens for every moment.
$240 Savings / Price: $1,059
18-35mm F1.8 DC HSM | Art – The first and fastest of its kind.
$120 Savings / Price: $679
24-105mm F4 DG OS HSM | Art – A workhorse lens.
$100 Savings / Price: $799
35mm F1.4 DG HSM | Art – The original Art lens.
$200 Savings / Price: $699
50mm F1.4 DG HSM | Art – The Art standard.
$150 Savings / Price: $799
85mm F1.4 DG HSM | Art – Impeccable portraiture.
$150 Savings / Price: $1,049
70-200mm F2.8 DG OS HSM | Sports – Lightweight, perfect for on the move.
$160 Savings / Price: $1,339
16mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary – The versatile prime.
$50 Savings / Price: $399
30mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary – Blend of compact and quality.
$50 Savings / Price: $289
45mm F2.8 DG DN | Contemporary – Balanced performance and size.
$100 Savings / Price: $449
56mm F1.4 DC DN | Contemporary – A high-precision mid-tele.
$50 Savings / Price: $429
Mount Converter MC-11 – SIGMA quality, Sony capability.
$100 Savings / Price: $149
Mount Converter MC-21 – Stay flexible with L-mount lens access.
$100 Savings / Price: $149

A number of additional SIGMA photo products – including the SIGMA fp full-frame digital camera, all-in-one 18-300mm DC Macro OS HSM | Contemporary, ultra-close focusing 105mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM Macro, and both versions of the stellar 150-600mm DG OS HSM telephoto zoom – will offer ongoing Instant Savings through the end of November.

SIGMA Cine Lens Offers

Filmmakers can also take advantage of SIGMA’s recently announced Zero Percent Financing option when making an investment in Cine lenses. When purchasing Cine lenses from an authorized SIGMA Cine dealer, buyers can apply for financing with available terms of 12 Months (0%), 24 months (2.49%) or 36 months (3.9%). This promotion is currently available through December 31, 2020.

In addition, while pre-made Cine lens kits have always come with a discount, SIGMA is now offering the option to pick specific lenses for specific needs with “Build Your Own” lens kit discounts up to 15% off retail price.

3 – 4 prime Cine lenses = 5% off
5 – 7 prime Cine lenses = 7% off
8 – 9 prime Cine lenses = 10% off
All 10 prime Cine lenses = 15% off

For more information, be sure to visit each of the links below

Visit sigmaphoto.com/black-friday for all SIGMA Black Friday Instant Savings.
Visit sigmaphoto.com/lenses/instant-savings for Instant Savings on all eligible SIGMA products.
Visit sigmaphoto.com/zero-percent-financing for more about 0% Financing on SIGMA Cine lenses.
Visit sigmaphoto.com/cine/cine-lens-sets for more about “Build Your Own” Cine lens kit discounts.

Tamron 7-Day Flash Sale Starts Now – Save Up To $200 On Select Lenses

David J. Crewe — Mon, 17 Aug 2020 18:01:58 +0000

Tamron USA, Inc. announces a 7-day Flash Sale on two popular zoom lenses designed for Sony’s full-frame mirrorless cameras. The Flash Sale starts Monday, August 17th and runs through Sunday, August 23rd. Purchasers of the Tamron 17-28mm/2.8 or 28-75mm/2.8 get $100 and $80 Instant Savings respectively when purchased through an authorized Tamron USA retailer.

Both of these award-winning lenses—17-28mm F/2.8 Di III RXD and 28-75mm F/2.8 Di III RXD—feature superb optical performance in dramatically compact designs; Tamron’s RXD (Rapid-eXtra-silent stepping Drive) motor unit, a high-speed precision AF drive system that is remarkably quiet; remarkable close-focusing capability; a uniform Ø67mm filter size among the lens series; Moisture-Resistant Construction and Fluorine Coating that provides extra protection when shooting in inclement weather; and compatibility with various features that are built into Sony mirrorless cameras, including “Eye AF.” While designed for full-frame mirrorless, the lenses are at home on crop-sensor Sony mirrorless cameras. The 17-28mm, e.g., provides a 26-42mm equivalent range on a crop-sensor camera.

More Instant Savings Running through August 30, 2020

Purchasers can save up to $200 on the following lenses with Tamron’s Summer Instant Savings in effect through 8/30/20:

20mm F/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2 (model F050) – $50
24mm F/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2 (model F051) – $50
35mm F/2.8 Di III OSD M1:2 (model F053) – $50
SP 35mm F/1.4 Di USD (model F045) – $200
SP 45mm F/1.8 Di VC USD (model F013) – $200
70-210mm F/4 Di VC USD (model A034) – $200
SP 150-600mm F/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2 (model A022) – $200
18-200mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC (model B018) – $50
70-300mm F/4-5.6 Di 1:2 Macro (model A017) – $20

Lens Hood, Six-Year Warranty & 3-Business Day Repair Turnaround Included with Purchase

Tamron USA takes confidence in and satisfaction of a user’s lens purchase seriously. All Tamron lenses purchased from an authorized retailer include a lens hood that is an integral part of the lens design. Tamron lenses sold in the USA through authorized channels also include Tamron’s 6-Year Limited Warranty. Lenses not purchased from an authorized retailer (grey market) will not be serviced in the USA, even for a fee, and are not entitled to Instant Savings. In case service is ever needed, Tamron USA provides 3-Business Day Turnaround, guaranteed, at no extra charge.

Register Your Tamron Lenses Towards 2021 VIP Status and Reap the Rewards

Tamron USA’s new VIP Club rewards users who have registered their eligible Tamron lenses through our online warranty registration system since May 2011. There are three VIP Club levels: Silver for those having registered three to four purchased lenses; Gold for those having registered five purchased lenses; and Platinum for those having registered six or more purchased lenses. Club membership will be evaluated each year to include new members who qualify and to increase the status level of current members if applicable. Get complete rules and program details at https://www.tamron-usa.com/vipclub.

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Nikon’s Trade Up To Z 5 Program Gives An Extra Introductory $100 Bonus Offer

David J. Crewe — Tue, 04 Aug 2020 00:53:58 +0000

Nikon has announced another ‘Trade-Up‘ program, but this time they’ve added an introductory trade-in offer for those ready to experience Nikon’s new entry-level full-frame mirrorless camera, the Nikon Z 5. The Nikon Z 5 is a feature-packed mirrorless camera designed for those ready to start their full-frame journey and unlock their creative potential.

The Z 5 is scheduled to be available to customers starting on August 27 and to coincide with this release, an introductory trade-in offer is now available through Sunday, September 27, 2020. Consumers can easily upgrade to the Nikon Z mirrorless camera system by trading-in any working camera from any brand, and save $100 on the new Nikon Z 5 in addition to your camera’s trade-in value.*

This introductory offer is retroactively valid for customers who have already pre-ordered, as well as new pre-orders / orders of the camera body or additional lens kit configurations at Nikon authorized dealers or through the Nikon Store. For more information about the Trade Up to the Z program, including full terms and conditions, please visit nikonusa.com/ztradeup.

The recently announced Nikon Z 5 includes sophisticated features inherited from the award-winning Z 7 and Z 6 and Nikon’s next-generation Z mount at an unprecedented value. With an incredibly robust feature set, including a 24.3-megapixel Full Frame sensor, dual memory card slots, in-camera vibration reduction (VR) image stabilization, 4K UHD video and the perfect balance of seamless automation and full manual controls, creators can effortlessly capture and share their artistic passions, travel adventures and so much more.

The high-performance AF system easily locks onto and tracks subjects throughout the frame, while also offering Eye-Detection AF for humans, cats, and dogs. When paired with the new ultra-compact NIKKOR Z 24-50mm f/4-6.3 lens, the Z 5 is the ideal companion to document it all, from street-side portraits to epic landscapes.

For more information about the latest Nikon products, including the new Nikon Z 5, please visit www.nikonusa.com.

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Leica TL2 $1,950

Venus Optics Laowa 12mm f/2.8 Zero-D Lens $899

Sony A7R III $3,198

Hasselblad X1D $7,995 ($1,00 off for the holidays)

FujiFilm X-E3 $899

LaCie 6Big Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) RAID Array $2,500+

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Broncolor Siros L $2,053+

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California Sunbounce Sun Swatter $669

DJI Mavic Pro $999

HuaWei Mate 9 $399

Apple iPad Pro 10.5 $649

Sigma 135mm f/1.8 $1,299

Canon 5D Mark IV $3,199

Sony a6500 $1,198

DJI Osmo $260+

Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 Di VC USD G2 $1,199

Nikon 105mm f/1.4 $2,196

SIGMA Reveals 2020 Black Friday Sale | Save Up to $240 on Lenses

SIGMA Cine Lens Offers

Tamron 7-Day Flash Sale Starts Now – Save Up To $200 On Select Lenses

More Instant Savings Running through August 30, 2020

Lens Hood, Six-Year Warranty & 3-Business Day Repair Turnaround Included with Purchase

Register Your Tamron Lenses Towards 2021 VIP Status and Reap the Rewards

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Nikon’s Trade Up To Z 5 Program Gives An Extra Introductory $100 Bonus Offer

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