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This software update adds faster loading of timelines with multiple markers and better handling of creation date metadata. It also adds improvements to the grab all stills function and audio scrubbing in the sync bin as well as support for monochrome decoding of ARRI RAW clips.

RED Digital Cinema has released the V-Raptor 8K S35 and V-Raptor XL 8K S35, featuring 8K S35 sensors. The new sensor features 16.5+ stops of dynamic range and the same scan time as the 8K VV version for stunning slow-motion imagery at 120 fps using the full 8K Super 35mm field of view, or up to 600 fps at 2K! V-Raptor 8K S35 will also continue to feature RED’s proprietary REDCODE RAW codec, allowing users to capture 16-bit RAW, and leverage RED’s latest IPP2 workflow and color management. Addtionally, the V-Raptor XL 8K S35 includes an integrated electronic-ND system for precise control of density in 1/4-, 1/3- and full-stop increments. The standard V-Raptor S35 is available in Body only, Starter Pack, and V-Lock or Gold Mount Production Pack configurations, and the XL is available in both V-Lock and Gold Mount versions of Body only or Production Pack configurations.

Looking for a wide-angle MFT lens with a fixed focal length? DP Review takes a look at the latest Panasonic Leica DG Summilux 9 mm f/1.7 Asph., as well as models Meike 8 mm f/2.8 and Samyang 10 mm f/2.8 and Laowa 7.5 mm f/2 respectively. In all the evaluated parameters, the Panasonic/Leica model won, with the Meike a close second!

Blackmagic Design's recently announced new products are now in stock, including Blackmagic Design ATEM Television Studio HD8 (integrated console, streaming, recording, MADI audio interface) and HD8 ISO (plus recording of all inputs and DaVinci Resolve project, camera connections over IP) switchers as well as the new cameras Blackmagic Studio Camera 4K Pro G2 a 6K Pro. Both studio cameras offer streaming functionality, with the 6K Pro variant additionally featuring an EF bayonet, 6K sensor and integrated ND filters. We would also like to remind you of the sale (-20%!) of the original model Studio Camera 4K Pro: If you don't take advantage of the new streaming features of the G2 version, you get a great studio camera at a great price in the form of the original 4K Pro model!

Korean photographic and film optics specialists Samyang have introduced a pair of new products: AF lens Samyang AF 75 mm f/1.8 X (for Fuji X) and MF adapter for Samyang V-AF lenses. The lightweight Samyang AF 75 mm f/1.8 X telephoto lens offers compact dimensions (69.3 mm long) and low weight (257 g), making it suitable for shooting from camera stabilizers, drones, etc.