2015年4月24日金曜日
2015年4月23日木曜日
Surprise! There is indeed an announcement today: Two new “updated” A-mount lenses!
Images via ePhotozine!
Surprise! Today Sony announced the release of the two new A-mount lenses! Here is the press text via ePhotozine:
Sony has enhanced its line-up of α A-mount interchangeable lenses with two enhanced versions of its full-frame ZEISS Vario-Sonnar large-aperture standard zoom and wide-angle zoom lenses.
Photo professionals and discerning enthusiasts will welcome the addition of the Vario-Sonnar T* 24-70mm F2.8 ZA SSM II (SAL2470Z2) standard zoom and Vario-Sonnar T* 16-35mm F2.8 ZA SSM II (SAL1635Z2) wide angle zoom, both delivering significant improvements in image quality, ghost reduction and AF performance, together with a new dust and moisture- resistant design.
The SAL2470Z2 and SAL1635Z2 are ideal partners for Sony’s A-mount family of interchangeable lens cameras, including the highly acclaimed α99 and α77 II. With the addition of an optional mount adaptor they’re also compatible with E-mount cameras such as the α7 series.
Uncompromising image quality is a hallmark of every ZEISS Vario-Sonnar lens. It’s taken to new levels with the SAL2470Z2 and SAL1635Z2 that feature a ZEISS T* coating on optical surfaces that achieves even greater reduction in ghosting, especially with tricky against-the-light shots.
Autofocus performance of the SSM (Super Sonic wave Motor) system in both lenses has also been uprated significantly. Faster, more powerful processing in the lens LSI increases AF accuracy, delivering approximately 4x the subject tracking speed of each lens’s predecessor – a perfect partner to the 4D Focus system in the α77 II – making it ideal for shots of fast-moving action subjects like wildlife, sports and active children.
Both models also feature a new dust and moisture-resistant design that makes the SAL2470Z2 and SAL1635Z2 even more appealing options for challenging outdoor assignments.
Vario-Sonnar T* 24-70mm F2.8 ZA SSM II
Covering a popular 24-70mm range of focal lengths, this high-performance full-frame zoom delivers imaging quality you’d expect from a prime lens.
From everyday snapshots to handheld portraits, landscapes and wildlife, you’ll enjoy legendary ZEISS® sharpness and contrast at all focal lengths. With a bright constant F2.8 maximum aperture right across the zoom range, the SAL2470Z2 is a dependable partner for low-light portraits, dim interiors and night-time scenes.
Aspherical and ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass elements are combined in a precision optical design that’s highly effective at suppressing aberration. You’ll appreciate the difference with high contrast and faithful reproduction of delicate gradations.
Vario-Sonnar T* 16-35mm F2.8 ZA SSM II
This large aperture, wide angle zoom is equally capable of capturing spectacular scenery or bustling street scenes. With a bright F2.8 maximum aperture at all zoom settings, it’s also ideal for handheld shooting at twilight or in dimly-lit interiors.
The precision optical design features aspherical lens elements that minimise distortion. In addition, ED (Extra-low Dispersion) and Super ED glass elements provide superior contrast, resolution, and colour fidelity.
The new SAL2470Z2 and SAL1635Z2 α A-mount ZEISS lenses from Sony are available to pre-order now.
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Both new Zeiss Batis lens now available for preorder at BHphoto and Adorama. POLL: Will you buy them?
Both lenses are now available for preorder at BH and Adorama:
Zeiss Batis 85mm f/1.8 lens at Adorama (Click here), Bhphoto (Click here).
Zeiss Batis 25mm f/2.0 lens at Adorama (Click here), Bhphoto (Click here).
Lens shade for 85mm at Adorama (Click here), Bhphoto (Click here).
Lens shade for 25mm at Adorama (Click here), Bhphoto (Click here).
I haven’t found EU or Asia preorder links yet.
POLL:
Now let’s see how many SAR readers will really buy those lenses:
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SAR admin opinions:
Unlike the other FE lenses I do not think these new lenses are heavily overpriced. They are weather sealed, build quality is top and I am sure they have top-notch image quality too, the 85mm has optical stabilization and the OLED display may turn out to be more than just a useful gimmick.
Reminder: New Zeiss Batis key features:
1) They are the first Full Frame Zeiss lenses with autofocus
2) Those are the first worldwide lenses with OLED display on lens to show aperture and depth of field info. And at startup it reminds you what you spent $$$ for with a “ZEISS” writing
3) The 85mm f/1.8 is the first Zeiss with optical stabilization.
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(SR5) Stay tuned on SAR. BIG Sony announcement coming on April 23 at 13.00 London time.
I know you are all happy because of the great Zeiss announcement (full press here on SAR). But do not forget that within a few hours (April 23 at 13.00 London time) Sony will announce new cameras!
At least two cameras will be announced. New RX and latest I heard is that might be a new A7 camera indeed…let’s see!
So please stay tuned on SAR!
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2015年4月22日水曜日
Full Zeiss Batis FE lens specs! First Zeiss FF lens with OLED display, optical stabilization and autofocus!
The new BATIS 85mm and 25mm lenses have an OLED display on lens!
Preorder links:
Zeiss Batis 85mm f/1.8 lens at Adorama (Click here), Bhphoto (Click here).
Zeiss Batis 25mm f/2.0 lens at Adorama (Click here), Bhphoto (Click here).
Lens shade for 25mm at Adorama (Click here), Bhphoto (Click here).
Lens shade for 85mm at Adorama (Click here), Bhphoto (Click here).
New Zeiss Batis key info and specs:
Chapeau Zeiss! The new BATIS lens announcement just added a huge value to the FE system. Those are the key points of the new lenses:
1) They are the first Full Frame Zeiss lenses with autofocus
2) Those are the first worldwide lenses with OLED display on lens to show aperture and dpeth of field info. And at startup it reminds you what you spent $$$ for with a “ZEISS” writing
3) The 85mm f/1.8 is the first Zeiss with optical stabilization.
The lenses are also weather sealed!
And here are the specs:
Technical specifications Zeiss
| Product | Zeiss Batis 2/25 | Batis Zeiss 1.8 / 85 |
| Focal length | 25 mm | 85 mm |
| Aperture range | f / 2 – f / 22 | f / 1.8 – f / 22 |
| Elements / groups | 10/8 | 11/8 |
| Focusing | 0.2 m – infinity | 0.80 m – infinity |
| Working distance | 0.13 m – infinity | 0.71 m – infinity |
| Field ** (diag. / Horiz. / Vert.) | 82 ° / 72 ° / 51 ° | 29 ° / 24 ° / 16 ° |
| Image circle diameter | 43.3 mm | 43.3 mm |
| Coverage at close range ** | 12.4 mm × 18.7 mm | 18.9 mm × 28.3 mm |
| Magnification at close range | 1: 5.2 | 1: 7.9 |
| Filter Diameter | M67 x 0.75 | M67 x 0.75 |
| Diameter max. | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Diameter of the focus | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Length (without lens cap) | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Length (with lens caps) | 92 mm | 105 mm |
| Weight | 335 g | 475 g |
| Camera mounts | E-mount | E-mount |
| Focal length | 25 mm | 85 mm |
| Aperture range | f / 2 – f / 22 | f / 1.8 – f / 22 |
| Elements / groups | 10/8 | 11/8 |
| Focusing | 0.2 m – infinity | 0.80 m – infinity |
| Working distance | 0.13 m – infinity | 0.71 m – infinity |
| Field ** (diag. / Horiz. / Vert.) | 82 ° / 72 ° / 51 ° | 29 ° / 24 ° / 16 ° |
Full press release and more images can be seen on that SAR post. And here are the Adorama preorder links (Click on the image):
Reminder: Tomorrow (April 23) big Sony announcement! Follow live on SAR at 12,00 London time.
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Zeiss launches a new autofocus Full Frame lens line for Sony FE!
That's quite a surprise! Today Zeiss announced a completely new line of lenses for Sony FE cameras! Unlike Loxia those lenses have autofocus and a huge OLED display on the lens!
Preorder links:
Zeiss Batis 85mm f/1.8 lens at Adorama (Click here)
Zeiss Batis 25mm f/2.0 lens at Adorama (Click here)
Lens shade for 25mm at Adorama (Click here)
Lens shade for 85mm at Adorama (Click here)
And here is the press text:
The new ZEISS Batis 2/25 and 1.8/85 lenses are the first full-frame autofocus lenses with an OLED display for the mirrorless Sony α series and therefore the pioneers of a new era. As professional tools, they enable outstanding outcomes with optimal image performance, impressive contrast and maximum resolution down to the very last detail.
The innovative OLED display shows the distance of the focal plane from the camera system and the depth of fields, therefore ideally supporting creative image composition. For the demanding photographer, the OLED display is an absolute highlight – an innovation that is currently unparalleled in camera lenses. ZEISS Batis lenses are available in a wide-angle and portrait focal length and are the perfect match for the existing lenses offered for the system. The ZEISS Batis 2/25 and Batis 1.8/85 lenses will be available for purchase from July 2015 – place your order now!
Plenty of more images and video on SonyAlphaRumors.com
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