Mark this date: April 18, 2023 – The day when we came to know that Canon has opened their RF lens mount for third-party lens makers. Today, Meike (third-party lens maker) has announced the first “APPROVED” Meike AF 85mm f/1.4 THIRD PARTY AF Lens for the Canon RF Mount.
Nikon Z DX 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ VR The release date is scheduled for May 19, 2023. The price is an open price $359 check at B&H Store .Major features of the New Lens
APS-C | Max. Aperture: f/3.5-5.6
18-32mm (Full-Frame Equivalent)
With a minimum focusing distance of 0.19m and a maximum shooting magnification of 0.21x over the entire zoom range, dynamic close-up photography is possible.
This is the first NIKKOR Z lens equipped with a power zoom for smooth zooming. 11 levels of zoom speed can be set.
The use of an internal zoom mechanism that does not change the length when zooming makes it easy to maintain balance when shooting and safe to carry.
With 4.5 steps of image stabilization effect.
Functions such as aperture value and exposure compensation can be assigned to the “control ring”.
Designed with video shooting in mind, such as reducing focus breathing and stabilizing exposure.
Designed to be dustproof and drip-proof.
This lens is equipped with a power zoom, so it seems to be useful for video shooting such as vlogs. Also, since the total length does not change when zooming, perfect for gimbals too.
Nikon Z DX 12-28mm F3.5-5.6 PZ VR Press Release
Released the NIKKOR Z DX 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR, an ultra-wide-angle zoom lens compatible with the Nikon Z mount system
Equipped with power zoom for the first time in NIKKOR Z lens, ideal for selfies and Vlog shooting
April 18, 2023
PRESS RELEASE
Nikon Corporation (President: Toshikazu Umatate, Minato-ku, Tokyo), a subsidiary of Nikon Imaging Japan Co., Ltd. (President: Kimito Uemura, Minato-ku, Tokyo), has adopted the “Nikon Z mount” APS-C size / DX The NIKKOR Z DX 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR, an ultra-wide-angle zoom lens compatible with format mirrorless cameras, will be released.
The “NIKKOR Z DX 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR” is an ultra-wide-angle zoom lens that covers focal lengths from 12mm to 28mm *1 . At 12mm, which is the widest angle of any NIKKOR Z lens compatible with the DX format, it is possible to fit a wide range within the angle of view, so you can enjoy taking selfies with multiple people and landscapes. In addition, you can take landscape shots that emphasize the perspective unique to an ultra-wide angle, table photos that make use of bokeh to make the subject stand out, flowers and insects with a minimum focusing distance of 0.19m and a maximum shooting magnification of 0.21x over the entire zoom range. It supports a wide range of scenes and subjects, such as dynamic close-up shooting, and expands the range of expression.
This is the first NIKKOR Z lens equipped with a power zoom that employs a linear drive for the zoom ring. Realizes smooth and natural zooming when shooting videos such as Vlogs. It supports zoom operation using buttons on the camera body or remote control, and the zoom speed can be set from 11 levels *2 . You can shoot comfortable movies that match your expression intention and style. Weighing only 205g, it is easy to store in a bag and can be easily carried around when walking around town or traveling.
Nikon will continue to pursue new levels of optical performance to meet user needs. We aim to further expand the possibilities of visual expression and contribute to the development of visual culture.
*1Equivalent to the angle of view of an 18mm-42mm lens in FX format/35mm format conversion.
*2At the time of release, only the “Z 30” and “Z fc” support zoom operations using buttons on the camera body or remote control.
From one side we have a locked RF Mount and other side costly lenses are coming, well done Canon. BTW, I really appreciate Canon L series lenses, and even once I complete this post, just after that I will shoot my next content for my youtube channel on my Canon 90D camera and Canon 35mm F2 Lens. begin said that, I do use Canon system cameras and lenses and am a fan of it, but Canon should open their Lens mount asap to gain more consumer base.
The Canon RF 100-300mm f/2.8L IS USM will retail for $9499 USD. The announcement is expected within a few days.
Viltrox 75mm F1.2 E Lens Image and 16mm F1.8 Lens Details, now available, We are expecting the Sony Fullframe 16mm F1.8 announcement in the month of May 2023.
Apart from the 16mm Lens the Viltrox 75mm F1.2 Lens for the APS-C Sony Mirrorless system is also about to arrive very soon, We already have the details and the image of the lens below
The DJI Inspire 3 is 20% more aerodynamic friendly than the DJI Inspire 2. The Inspire 8K X9 Gimbal camera is specifically designed for the Inspire 3 drones. But, if we talk about flexibility then inspire two does have the feature to swap the camera of your choice from X7, X5s, and X4s.
The Dji X7 was the best option available for the Inspire 2 drones. But, at the same time, the X9 model has far better specs than the old X7.
The Camera 8K vs 6K
DJI Inspire 3 is made for professional cinematographers. The Drone features 8k video recording upto
75 FPS @ Apple pro res mode and 25 fps in cinema dng codec. and timecode/time sync functionality to sync your workflow with other professional cameras of the set.
The New DJI Inspire Features Dual Native ISO, and with the full frame 44.5 Mp sensor, you can extract the maximum details possible.
Dual Native ISO at full-frame 30 fps and below
EI 800/4000 at 24 fps for film production
EI 320/1600 above 30 fps for commercial and TV production
You get 14 Stops of Dynamic range while when you are using your cameras at 30fps in any resolution and someone switches 30fps + frame rates like 60 or 10 fps the DR performance of the camera degrades up to 13 fps.
The DJI was limited to 6K @ 30 fps in Apple PRO Res mode or Cinema DNG. So, if we compare the two we have a massive upgrade in the camera.
THE SECONDARY FPV CAMERA
DJI Inspire 3 has a more advanced Secondary FPV camera compared to the DJI Inspire 2, the new camera has better DOF and updated lens design for more clear input, At the same time the camera also has NIGH VISION capability so you can easily tack and track your subject.
DJI Inspire 3
DJI Inspire 2
Sensor Type
Full Frame CMOS Sensor
4/3″-Type CMOS Sensor
Sensor Resolution
44.5 MP Sensor
21 MP Sensor
ISO Sensitivity
Photo
100 to 25,600 Video
200 to 6400
Photo
100 to 25,600 Video
100 to 6400
Shutter Speed
Electronic Shutter
1/8000 to 8 Seconds
Electronic Shutter 1/8000 to 8 Seconds
Video Format
8192 x 5456p (MOV) (Apple Pro Res)
5280 x 2972p at 23.98/24/25/29.97 fps (MOV/MP4) (Apple Pro Res)
AI Tracking Modes
Both of the DJI drones feature AI tracking modes for Ariel content creation. The common AI modes of both drones are Spotlight PRO, tab fly, and Active tracking mode. But, in the new DJI Inspire 3, we also get, WAYPOINT PRO, REPEATABLE ROUTES, and DOLLY are the new integration in the DJI Inspire 2 drone.
Not only these the DJI Inspire 3 moves a step ahead and allows its users to plan the shot in Waypoint PRO mode and predefine the path of shooting.
The spotlight pro mode of the drone is also upscaled to the next level. The drone now can self-recognize the type of subject and nature of its movement in a more accurate way compared to the previous version of the INSPIRE 2 drone. These are the two new mode added in the Spotlight pro
Follow Mode: In this mode, the drone and gimbal lock onto a subject and orient toward it in the same direction, allowing for easier circling shots
Free Mode: Taking advantage of the gimbal’s 360° pan ability, the gimbal can stay locked onto a subject while the pilot uses the FPV camera to check the surroundings and control the flight route.
So, the DJI 3 Three not only has an advanced camera, the AI tracking modes of the Drone upscaled to a new level. Now lets, explore more differences between the two
Inspire 3
Inspire 2
Gimbal Camera
Full-frame sensor, Dual- Native EI 800/4000 or EI 200- 4600
Super 35 or M43 Sensor, EI 100 -1600 (X7 camera)
Maximum Video Specs
8K/75p ProRes RAW 8K/25p CinemaDNG
6K/30p ProRes RAW, 6K/30p CinemaDNG
Maximum Gimbal Tilt
+100º (+80º obstruction- free tilt at 50mm, 75º at 35mm, 70º at 24mm, 65º at 18mm)
+40º
FPV Camera
Type 1/1.8 CMOS sensor 161º FOV
Type 1/7.5 CMOS sensor 84º FOV
Positioning Accuracy
Centimeter level (RTK on)
Meter level (RTK not supported)
Sensing System
Nine sensors with six-direction obstacle sensing, customizable avoidance range
Tri-directional obstacle sensing
Flight Time
Up to 28 minutes
Up to 23-27 minutes
Intelligent Flight Modes
Waypoint Pro: Repeatable Routes, Waypoint Pro: 3D Dolly, Spotlight Pro
TapFly, ActiveTrack, Spotlight
Video Transmission and Maximum Range
O3 Pro at approx. 15km
Lightbridge at approx. 7km
Storage
PRO SSD 1TB (included)
CINESSD 120/240/480/960GB (sold separately)
Cinema grade Transmission system – O3 Pro is a generational leap in distance, video latency, and stability compared to the Inspire 2. Using the DJI O3 Pro video transmission and control system, pilots of the Inspire 3 can enjoy a maximum control distance of 15 km in single-control mode or up to 12 Km in dual-control mode. If we compare it with the DJI inspire 2, the MAX transmission range was limited to 7 Km. Both the 8K gimbal and FPV can provide live feeds of 1080p90 at a low 90 ms latency, and for the first time, filmmakers can have live feeds at 4K30 or 1080p60 at up to 5 K, which was not possible with the Inspire 2 in any way.
For the first time in an Inspire series drone, we have Centimeter-Level RTK Positioning
Number of Axes
3-Axis (Pitch (Tilt), Roll, Yaw (Pan))
3-Axis (Pitch (Tilt), Roll, Yaw (Pan))
Rotation Range
Mechanical Range
Pitch (Tilt): -148 to 110°
Roll: -90 to 230°
Yaw (Pan): -330 to 330° Controllable Range
Pitch (Tilt): -140 to 100°
Roll: -20 to 20°
Yaw (Pan): -300 to 300°
Pitch: 180°/s
Roll: 180°/s
Yaw: 270°/s
With RTK antennas built into the Inspire 3’s airframe, pilots can take advantage of centimeter-level accuracy normally utilized in architecture and surveying to use DJI Waypoint Pro to confidently fly complex routes over and over. The RTK antennas work in conjunction with three types of GNSS (GPS, BeiDou, and Galileo) and dual-frequency positioning. Pilots can choose to activate an RTK Network, using the internet connection of the RC Plus to connect to an NTRIP server or set up an optional D-RTK 2 Mobile Station without needing to install additional modules.
Advancement in safety and stability of the new INSPIRE 3 Drone features omnidirectional obstacle sensors, also a new mode to disable horizontal and vertical sensing as per user request. Also, the Inspire Three has 4 fisheye cameras in each of its legs to protect the drone during horizontal flight. The most advanced obstacle sensing and protection system in any DJI drone to date.
Price difference. We do have a very good price difference between the two, But at the same time if we look at the set of features DJI offers in DJI Inspire 3, the price looks feasible to me
Conclusion: As from the comparison it’s very clear that in each and every aspect the DJI Inspire 3 has improved and become far better than the DJI Inspire 2 drones.
So, I highly recommend that if you are able to afford that NEW Dji, you should buy the Inspire 3.
A new tool for cinematographers, The DJI Inspire 3 arrived with ground-breaking tech, first for DJI, it can record in Apple ProRes RAW format, 8K at 75fps. DJI’s smaller pro-video drone, the Mavic 3 Cine, supports only ProRes 422 LT — Priced at $4,999.
The main cinema camera for the Inspire 3 is one of the drone’s biggest upgrades. DJI says the camera, known as the Zenmuse X9-8K Air, is its lightest ever full-frame system. It uses CineCore 3.0 — DJI’s new image processing system — and supports 8K CinemaDNG video recording at 25fps.
The DJI Inspire 3 is also capable of recording 4K at 120fps in ProRes RAW, and it won’t require cropping to work. The unit delivers dual native ISO: 800 / 4000 for 30fps and below, and 320 / 1600 for higher frame rates. Plus, it has more than 14 stops of dynamic range to really fine tune shots in all horizon lighting situations. The gimbal enables the camera to have 80 degrees tilting and full 360 degrees of rotation — with no sight obstructions.
DJI INSPIRE 3 Press Release
The DJI Inspire 3. The Inspire 3 is a successor of the Inspire 2, which was last released back in 2016. The Inspire 3 is set to become the new benchmark drone for filmmakers and cinematographers alike.
If we look at the camera, it’s the same Zenmuse X9 camera that is featured on the Ronin 4D; this camera also offers 8K video, and dual-native ISO to capture crystal clear images, regardless of bright or low light conditions.
With more dance AI RTK functionality, the Inspire 3 allows pilots to plan more precise flights. It can fly through industrial areas with high concentrations of metal, concrete, or magnetic interference thanks to the built-in dual antennas. With centimeter-grade positioning capabilities, pilots can preplan the flight to capture the same shot with minimal variance. The RTK is supported through both base station and network connection, which also aids in capturing high-precision, repeatable routes for a seamless transition between day and night shots.
The New Inspire 3 also has omnidirectional sensing capabilities, with a fisheye lens (front, rear, up down, left, and right), two wide-angle lenses, and a TOF (time of frame) downward sensor with infrared to measure the distance between lower obstacles. The upgraded FPV camera has a 1/1.8 in. sensor and 3 MP view allowing pilots to see footage in real-time.
The Inspire 3 has better video transmission and stronger anti-interference capability. The O3 Pro allows the pilot and gimbal flight operator to be far apart during filming. Additionally, the Inspire 3 has a great safety backup as the control relay allows the gimbal operator to take over should the pilot lose connection.
According to the latest rumors that surfaced over the rumor mills, we can expect an announcement from Nikon in Eary May 2023. That’s the only piece of information we have from the sources of the rumor mill.
Now, the big question is what comes next? We have rumors about the Nikon Z8 camera, lenses, and much more.
We also know that Nikon Never does a direct announcement of their PRO Series camera bodies, and similar cameras like Nikon Z8 should have a development announcement first, and after a month of a gap we have its full announcement.
We have had rumors in past related to Nikon DX 12-28mm Lens and 200-600mm Lenses. We will post an update soon as we get it.
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