Finally I got some good news from a trusted source. He told me this:

• One new Lumix camera will be announced in May
• It will be a completely “new kind of model”

The source has not yet provided any details about what this camera will be. But certainly do not expect a successor to a current model. We can only speculate that it could be a new fixed-lens camera, a Vlogger model, or perhaps a compact camera with an L FF mount. What do you wish for?

Anyway stay tuned…I might be able to get some more details soon 😉

The new Godox Lux Master Retro Camera Flash is now already in Stock at Amazon, BHphoto and Adorama.

Key Features:

• Color Touchscreen
  Simply swipe or tap to switch between modes or adjust settings swiftly.
• One-Tap Wireless Sync with X3
  Lux Master can work seamlessly with triggers like X3, XproII and X2T. Pairing with the X3 is a breeze like never before-just tap the wireless sync on the X3 and tap the sync icon on Lux Master, and they’ll synchronize wirelessly in an instant.
• Supports TTL
  While maintaining its retro-styled appearance, Lux Master offers modern convenience with TTL auto flash, ensuring effortless and accurate flash exposure. Moreover, Lux Master also supports stroboscopic flash, front curtain sync and rear curtain sync, as well as High-Speed Sync.
• Tiltable Flash Head for Bounce Flash
  Lux Master features a tiltable flash head adjustable from 0 to 90 degrees.
  Valuable replaceable reflectors
  In auto flash mode, simply tap the reflector icon to switch among four reflector types and adjust corresponding parameters such as aperture and ISO.
• 460 Full Power Flashes
  With its built-in 7.2V 2980mAh lithium battery, Lux Master delivers strong power output, offering up to 460 full-power flashes.
• Built-in Lithium Battery, Type-C Charging
  Recharging is quick and easy with the USB-C port, with a charging time of approximately 2 hours.

The Australian store Georges already listed the upcoming Laowa 15mm f/5 Cookie FF II lens. The price is 728 ASUD which is about 470 USD. The lens comprises 13 elements arranged in 9 groups, featuring 4 extra-low dispersion (ED) glasses and 2 aspherical glasses.

On the stores page you can find some image samples shot with this lens. I guess this means the lens will be announced within days!

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Thanks to the tipster!

You cina now download and install the new firmware!

Benefits:

1. Compatible with Frame.io Camera to Cloud
   – By connecting the camera to the internet via Wi-Fi, you can upload still images and proxy videos directly to the Frame.io platform.

   * This does not guarantee all of the functions of “Frame.io Camera to Cloud”.
2. [Proxy Recording] function has been added
   – A proxy video with a low bit rate can also be recorded simultaneously during video recording.
3. [SH PRE] function has been added
   – [SH PRE] function has been added, which enables recording of images for the set amount of time even between when the shutter button is pressed halfway until it is pressed fully when taking SH burst pictures.
4. Automatic detection function has been enhanced
   – Tracking and recognition performance of human recognition have been improved.
   – It is possible to set [Target Parts] and detect eyes for [ANIMAL].
   – [CAR] and [MOTORCYCLE] have been added to automatic detection.
5. Enhancement of Image Stabilizer performance
   – [HIGH] has been added to the E-Stabilization (Video) function, which electronically corrects large shakes when shooting on the move.
   – A perspective distortion correction has been added to correct distortion that tends to occur during video recording when using a wide-angle lens.
6. Other improvement
   – There were cases where coloring such as reddish-purple occurs under certain conditions when shooting in Live View Composite mode. This phenomenon has been fixed.
   – Improved operational stability.

Those deals will end on April 21 at Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama. Here a selection of the most interesting rebates:

Cameras:

• $200 off on the Lumix S5II sold by Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama.
• $200 off on the Lumix S5IIx sold by Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama.
• $600 off on the Lumix S5 sold by Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama.

Lenses:

• $300 off on the 70-200mm f/2.8 sold by Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama.
• $500 off on the 50mm f/1.4 sold by Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama.
• $300 off on the 24-70mm f/2.8 sold by Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama.
• $300 off on the 70-200mm f/4.0 sold by Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama.
• $300 off on the 16-35mm f/4.0 sold by Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama.
• $300 off on the 24-105mm f/4.0 sold by Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama.
• $100 off on the 18mm f/1.8 sold by Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama.
• $250 off on the 70-300mm sold by Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama.
• $100 off on the 24mm f/1.8 sold by Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama.
• $100 off on the 14-28mm sold by Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama.
• $100 off on the 35mm f/1.8 sold by Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama.
• $100 off on the 20-60mm sold by Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama.
• $100 off on the 85mm f/1.8 sold by Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama.
• $300 off on the 50mm f/1.8 sold by Amazon, BHphoto, Adorama.

You can now preorder them on Indiegogo (Click here).

Sirui Optical officially announced that the new Nightcrawler 16mm T1.2 and 75mm T1.2 lenses will be released on May 7, with Canon R/Sony E/Fuji X/M43 and L mounts, and are available in black and gun gray colors. , 67mm filter interface, stepless aperture, each weighing about 500g, and has previously launched 24mm/35mm/55mm focal lengths. Sirui Optics may launch 16mm/75mm sniper series autofocus lens versions in the future.