Nikon Z6 and Z7 few units are facing some serious issue. According to Nikon, few models of Nikon Z6 and Z7 camera have faulty VR unit. So, users will not get the proper feature they are paying off.
Check out your Nikon Z6 and Z7 camera serial number
Nikon issues a Technical Service Advisory for Users of the Nikon Z 6 and Z 7 Cameras.
Nikon Press Release
MAY 16, 2019
Thank you for choosing Nikon for your photographic needs.
Issue
While Nikon has taken great measures to assure the high quality expected of Nikon products, it has come to our attention that the vibration reduction (VR) feature in some Nikon Z 6 and Z 7 cameras may not function fully. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.
Resolution
Nikon has resolved this by making available corrective service for affected Z 6 and Z 7 cameras free of charge, including the cost of shipping an affected Z 6 and Z 7 camera to Nikon as well as its return, even if your Z 6 or Z 7 camera warranty has expired.
Identifying Affected Products and Requesting Service
To determine whether your camera is one of those affected, please click the appropriate Check Serial Number button below and enter the serial number for your Z 6 or Z 7 camera as indicated. If your camera is one of those affected, instructions for requesting service, including receiving your free shipping label, will be displayed onscreen. You may also contact Nikon Customer Relations by visiting www.nikonusa.com\support for assistance. If your Z 6 or Z 7 camera is not one of those affected, this will be displayed onscreen and you may continue using your camera without concern for this issue.
Check Serial Number (Z 6 camera customers)
Check Serial Number (Z 7 camera customers)
To locate your camera’s serial number, open the camera’s monitor on the back of the camera and the serial number will be the 7-digit number printed on the label affixed to the camera body, as indicated by the red frame in the image above (the Z 6 camera is represented in the image).
Please understand that Nikon will collect personal information as necessary in order to facilitate the service and shipping of affected cameras. This information will not be used for any other purposes.
Once again, thank you for choosing Nikon for your photographic needs.
Finally we have the images and specification of the upcoming Olympus TG-6 camera. The camera features 12 megapixel BSI CMOS sensor. The camera is also capable to record high quality video in 4K 30P Video as well as high-speed Full HD modes. The Olympus TG-6 camera featuresBuilt-in WiFi connectivity for quick file transfer via app.
The TG-6 is waterproof to a depth of 15m, dustproof, shockproof to 2.1m, crushproof up to 100kg, freezeproof to -10c. So it will a perfect rugged photographic tool.
Olympus TG-6 Press Release
The Olympus TG-6 is the latest in Olympus Tough series all-weather cameras. The TG-6 is waterproof down to 15 metres, crushproof, shockproof and freezeproof so you can use this compact camera in all conditions. The TG-6 includes upgraded features such as new underwater modes, more versatile macro photo options as well as a better monitor with improved resolution. The 12 megapixel backlit CMOS sensor, high ISO and ultra-bright lens give great results in low light. You can record great quality video in 4K 30P Video as well as high-speed Full HD modes. You can also share your footage easily with the built-in Wi-Fi or and use your smartphone with the app.
The TG-6 is waterproof to a depth of 15m, dustproof, shockproof to 2.1m, crushproof up to 100kg, freezeproof to -10ÅãC, and features a dual-pane protective glass construction for excellent anti-fogging performance. The Olympus field sensor system makes it possible to record log data such as location, altitude/depth as well as air/water temperature while capturing still images or movies.
Equipped with a class-leading f/2 zoom lens and a 12MP hi-speed back-lit CMOS image sensor that has superb high-sensitivity performance, the TG-6 allows its users to take fantastic photos and video. . Anti-reflective (AR) coating on the image sensor glass now reduces ghosts and flares while the TruePic VIII image processor from the OM-D E-M1X professional model helps to reduce noise levels and improves the resolution in low contrast areas. The option to capture RAW data enables TG-6 users versatile editing options with Olympus Workspace or other image editing software supporting TG-6 RAW files.
For spectacular close-up shots, the Tough TG-6 has an advanced Variable Macro system that goes beyond the limits of what the human eye can see: boasting a closest focusing distance up to 1cm from the end of the lens and a maximum shooting magnification of 7×3, the camera captures high-quality images of microscopic worlds. The macro system features four modes: Microscope, Microscope Control, Focus Bracketing and Focus Stacking. In Focus Stacking mode, users can now set between 3 and 10 shots for more versatility and to fine tune settings for different subjects and more precision in the finished shot.
Tough TG-6 is equipped with five underwater modes, including Underwater Wide, Underwater Snapshot, Underwater Macro, Underwater Microscope, and Underwater HDR. Each mode switches to shooting settings optimized for different situations. The popular Underwater White Balance mode has been expanded to three options, providing appropriate colour adjustment for deep water shooting.
Canon Patent a new mirrorless lens, RF 17-35mm F4-5.6 Lens. Due to the nature of aperture range we expect the lens will remain affordable, And sooner or later we will be having one more lens with constant aperture.
Canon RF 17-35mm F4-5.6 Lens Patent Details
[Publication No.] JP 2019-74633 (P2019-74633A) Click Here
[publication date] Ryowa 1 year May 16 ( 2019.5.16)
[ Description of the invention] Zoom lens and imaging device having the same
Specification and lens arrangement of embodiment 2
Zoom ratio: 1.94
Focal length: 17.50-27.00-33.95 mm
F number: 3.94-3.92-5.69
Angle of view: 51.03 -38.71-32.51
Image height: 21.64 mm
Lens length: 122.00-119.11-121.87 mm
Back focus: 20.00-31.62-40.07 mm
Canon SL3 vs Canon EOS M50 – We have done a quick specification comparison between the two camera.
Imaging
Lens Mount
Canon EF-S
Canon EF-M
Camera Format
APS-C (1.6x Crop Factor)
APS-C (1.6x Crop Factor)
Pixels
Actual: 25.8 Megapixel
Effective: 24.1 Megapixel
Actual: 25.8 Megapixel
Effective: 24.1 Megapixel
Maximum Resolution
6000 x 4000
6000 x 4000
Aspect Ratio
1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9
1:1, 3:2, 4:3, 16:9
Sensor Type
CMOS
CMOS
Sensor Size
22.3 x 14.9 mm
22.3 x 14.9 mm
Image File Format
JPEG, RAW
JPEG, RAW
Bit Depth
14-Bit
14-Bit
Image Stabilization
Digital, 5-Axis (Video Only)
Digital, 3-Axis (Video Only)
More Lens option with Canon 200D II / SL3 camera: Let’s begin with mount, Since the Canon 200D II / SL3 / 250D is a DSLR camera it features EF and EF-S Mount. With these mount you can use Canon APS-C or Fullframe lenses without any issue. Lot of third party lens makeras are also offering excellent range of affordable lenses for Canon 200D II camera. So, with Canon 200D II you have a lot of lens option, from native or third party lens makers.
Canon 200D II features more improved Dual IS system: Canon 200D II, image stabilization is more improved compared to Canon EOS M50. The camera features 5-axis compared to 3-axis digital IS. So, you will be getting a bit more stable footage compared to the Canon EOS M50 camera.
Otherwise the rest of the core specification of both camera almost same.
Up to 5 fps at 24.1 MP for Unlimited Exposures (JPEG)
Up to 5 fps at 24.1 MP for up to 10 Exposures (Raw)
Up to 10 fps at 24.2 MP for up to 10 Exposures (Raw)
Up to 10 fps at 24.2 MP for up to 33 Exposures (JPEG)
Up to 4 fps at 24.2 MP for up to 15 Exposures (Raw)
Up to 4 fps at 24.2 MP for up to 1000 Exposures (JPEG)
Up to 7.4 fps at 24.2 MP for up to 47 Exposures (JPEG)
Interval Recording, Self Timer
Yes, 2/10-Second Delay
The low-light performance of both the camera is excatly same: As you can see both camera features exactly ISO ranting. So, more or less both camera will give almost same image quality. Canon 200D II camera features more Exposure Compensation range compared to Canon EOS M50.
Canon EOS M50 camera features faster frame rate: Canon EOS M50 camera feature faster continuous shooting speed comapred to Canon 200D II / SL3 camera. BTW, the image processor of both the camera is excatly same.
Canon 200D II / SL3 vs Canon EOS M50 – Video Mode
Recording Modes
MP4/H.264
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.976p/25p [120 Mb/s]
Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 25p/29.97p/50p/59.94p [12 to 60 Mb/s]
HD (1280 x 720) at 50p/59.94p [26 Mb/s]
MP4/H.264
UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 23.976p
Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 59.94p [60 Mb/s]
Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 23.976p/29.97p [30 Mb/s]
HD (1280 x 720) at 120p [52 Mb/s]
HD (1280 x 720) at 59.94p [26 Mb/s]
External Recording Modes
4:2:2 10-Bit
DCI 4K (4096 x 2160) at 23.976p/29.97p
Full HD (1920 x 1080) at 59.94i/59.94p
SD (640 x 480) at 59.94p
Video recording modes of both the camera is almos identical, Both camera records Full HD videos with fulltaime DPAF support. But, when we switch to 4K video recording mode both camera uses CDAF (Contrast Detect AF System) which is ofcourse slow and sluggish.
The 2nd issue users face while recording 4K video us additonal 1.6X crop factor, so you have to keep in mind that 18mm focal legth will become 28.8mm lens. The issues is faced by both camera, Canon EOS M50 and Canon 200D II.
Canon 200D II / SL3 can shoot 10bit video via HDMI, so its a great option if you want to get more details from your camera.
Canon 200D II / SL3 vs Canon EOS M50 – AF system
Focus Type
Auto and Manual Focus
Auto and Manual Focus
Focus Mode
Automatic (A), Continuous-Servo AF (C), Manual Focus (M), Single-Servo AF (S)
Continuous-Servo AF (C), Manual Focus (M), Single-Servo AF (S)
Autofocus Points
Phase Detection: 9 (1 Cross-Type)
DPAF – Dual Pixel CMOS AF
3975 AF Points grouped in 143 AF zones
Contrast Detection: 143
Phase Detection: 99
Autofocus Sensitivity
-0.5 to +18 EV
-2 to +18 EV
Canon 200D II / SL3 camera features revised sensor. With the new sensor, you will be getting 3975 AF points, which make this camera as a best in its class and even better than most of the Mid-rang Mirrorless and DSLR camera avaible in the market.
As you can see the AF senstivity of the camera Canon EOS M50 camera is better compared to Canon 200D II / SL3.
Physical and Battery Life
Battery
1 x LP-E17 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 1040 mAh (Approx. 1630 Shots)
1 x LP-E12 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion, 7.2 VDC, 875 mAh
Dimensions (W x H x D)
4.82 x 3.65 x 2.75″ / 122.4 x 92.6 x 69.8 mm
4.6 x 3.5 x 2.3″ / 116.3 x 88.1 x 58.7 mm
Weight
15.84 oz / 449 g (Body with Battery and Memory)
13.65 oz / 387 g (Body with Battery and Memory)
Canon 200D II / SL3 camera is a DSLR, so you get more comfortable handgrip compared Canon EOS M50. The othe big advantge you are getting with Canon 200D II is BIG Battery life of 1630 Shots per charge according to CIPA and at the same time the Canon EOS M50 camera limited to 230 Shots percharge. (When u switch to eco-mode (Still only) the camera shots per chrage can be upseacled upto 700-800 Shots per charge)
Canon 200D II / SL3 vs Canon EOS M50 Verdict
If you ask me, I will buy Canon 200D II / SL3 camera. The main reason behind the selection is support of EF-S and EF Lenses. New revised sensor for more faster AF performance, Excellent battery life and a comfortable design with a bit affordable price tag.
Russian Photography website photo.ru taken interview (translated text below) of Nikon representative and asked several question to them, but one of my favorite was
And why one slot? “We can see that even our closest competitors, Canon, are making a mirror with one slot for memory cards.
Now the next question is about similar score of Nikon Z6 and A7III in DXO Mark Lab, and is Nikon Z6 is using a Sony made sensor ?
Well, let’s talk about the cameras already released. Z6 in the DXoMark rankings is lower than Sony AIII 1 point. We see that the performance of their sensors are the same for a number of factors. Your company and Sony employees unofficially told us that the cameras used the same sensor. Confirm or disprove this information.
– About DxO – we do not officially comment on DxO ratings, because it is an independent company, and we didn’t take our measurements, which we could compare. We certainly recognize that DxO is a large company, a large information portal that market users pay attention to. If we assume that their ratings and measurements are correct – then the question arises, what error is acceptable in the methodology? Are they sure, and are we sure that 1% – or 1 point out of 100 – is not an error? Are we sure that the measurement was carried out correctly?
In any case, we can say that, judging by the DxO rating, the performance of the matrices of the Nikon Z6 and Sony A7III cameras is identical. They are similar in technical characteristics. I think I answered your question.
Other main parts of the interview
About third party lenses for Nikon Mirrorless system
—- Nikon ecosystem is closed to third-party manufacturers. The company does not provide the source code and bayonet parameters to third-party manufacturers.
What will happen to DSLR lineup now ?
— As one of our top managers said, the series of SLR cameras will definitely continue.
Why was the XQD slot chosen for the Z6 and Z7 cameras ?
—- We understand that XQD is a very reliable and fast format. It works stably at any speed, at any camera operating mode. It is not only good in performance, it is also good in reliability.
How long has Nikon been developing a mirrorless full-frame camera series?
—- From what I know: the Nikon mirrorless full-frame camera has been developed for several years, passed many tests.
According to latest rumors surfaced over the web, Canon 90D is rumored to feature 32.5MP APS-C CMOS sensor. So, most probably Canon 90D and 7D Mark III will be using the same 32.5MP sensor. Take a look at the rumored specification of the upcoming camera
Canon 90D Rumored Specification
32.5mp APS-C DPAF Sensor
Dual DIGIC 8
Dual SD card slots
10fps still shooting
ISO range of 100-51,200
45 AF points (no word on the number of cross-type points)
4K video at 24/25, 30 and 60fps (No word on DPAF in 4K recording)
3.2″ rear articulating LCD
Dust and moisture sealing
Built-in wifi and Bluetooth
$1399 USD price at launch
Coming late August 2019
Despite of having a 32MP sensor the camera is able to shoot 10frames per second which is really amazing. We do expect Canon will introduce 4K recording capability inside the Canon 90D camera. But the big question is, will it arrive with forced limitation and excessive crop factor, or we will have DPAF in 4K without any crop we don’t know yet.
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