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An interesting new addition to the Portkeys range of monitoring specialists PL55.4" touchscreen camera display with 1920x1152 resolution and 500^cd/m2 brightness, which in addition to HDMI I/O (4Kp30 input/1080p60 output), NP-F power supply and the obligatory monitoring functions (3D LUT, zebra, histogram, anamorphic display, color corrector, etc.) also offers USB 3.0 output (1080p60, M-JPEG) for streaming e.g. using Open Broadcaster Software.

Insta360 are launching the second generation of their 4K webcam Link! New Insta360 Link 2 is compatible with both Windows and macOS, connects via USB-C and offers a sensitive 1/2" sensor for seamless operation even in twilight, PDAF focusing, HDR mode, AI-based ambient noise reduction technology, and, in "gimbal" option, automatic subject tracking. The camera also offers a presentation mode with whiteboard detection or Deskview mode for viewing the desktop in front of the monitor, a 9:16 portrait mode and gesture or mobile control.

Wireless communications specialists Hollyland launch new affordable intercom Solidcom SE for smaller and medium-sized teams. The system supports full-duplex transmission within up to five headsets over a maximum distance of 350m and features ENC technology for ambient noise reduction, as well as high immunity to interference. It also delights with a lightweight headset design for comfortable long-term wear, an easily replaceable battery, and charging via both charging station and USB-C. On sale now!

Nikon followed up the first, recently launched Nikon Z lens in FX format (35 mm f/1.4) with a new 50mm model with the same aperture. The new 50 also offers a very similar weight (420g) and the same excellent optical quality as its 35mm older sibling, even at full aperture. On sale from 26 September 2024.

Second generation of the popular Sony FE 85mm f/1.4 GM portrait lens is coming to the market! The new model (SEL85F14GM2) is both smaller and lighter, and offers higher autofocus performance, higher optical resolution, smoother scene rendering beyond depth of field, and improvements in video shooting.