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Panasonic just introduced LUMIX GH7the new flagship in the LUMIX G! It features a new25.2MP BSI CMOS sensor with high-speed readout and 13+ EV dynamic range (V-Log/V-Gamut), advanced AF algorithms incl. PDAF with target detection mode (human/animal/car/motorcycle/train/airplane), internal recording up to 5.7K Apple ProRes RAW HQ, 10-bit Open Gate 5.8K mode, 32-bit FP audio support (with new optional DMW-XLR2 accessory), high-speed video modes HFR 240 fps and VFR 300 fps, active cooling for continuous recording, anamorphic modes (5.8K/30p or 4.4K/60pm 10-bit), 5-axis dual stabilization (up to 7.5 EV), proxy video recording, and Frame support.io. An unexpected new feature is the new DMW-SFU3A optional license key that activates ARRI LogC3 color mode on the GH7 or GH6! On sale from the second half of July.

15% discount on a new portrait lens is offered from 5.-10.6.2024 TTArtisan APS-C AF 56 mm f/1.8 in variants for Sony E mount a Fuji X. The lens impresses with a very good aperture, all-metal body, compact dimensions, quiet autofocus stepper motor and clear image with minimized chromatic aberrations (the design uses ED - Extra-low Dispersion - element). The discount is valid only on the date indicated or until further notice.

Blackmagic Design introduce a new "G2" PCIe variant of the DeckLink 8K Pro card, now with an expansion card with HDMI 2.1 I/O (up to 4Kp120 DCI and 8Kp60 DCI) for easy connection of 4K and 8K monitors/projectors. With 12G-SDI and HDMI 2.1 interfaces, the DeckLink 8K Pro G2 supports all common SD, HD, Ultra HD, 4K DCI, 8K and 8K DCI standards including high frame rate modes, Rec. 2020 standard and up to RGB 4:4:4 sampling (12 bits). Original version (without HDMI 2.1) now at a sale price, valid on stock only!

Second May update for Grass Valley EDIUS 11, version 11.11.14439, contains a number of minor fixes (e.g . regarding synchronization with the project database, renaming media, consistent use of Enter/Escape keys to confirm or cancel dialogs, etc.)... Download from edius.net/edius_download.html.

Buy the hot new LUMIX S9 body or kit before 7/31/2024 a get the LUMIX S 26 mm f/8 (S-R26E) lens free of charge! The new lens will be sold separately for 239 EUR incl. VAT; kits and S9 bodies will be available from about mid-June. The promotion is valid only during the promotion period indicated or while stocks last. Also available are stylish new accessories for the S9 from SmallRig.