They are saying that much less is typically extra. Nevertheless, this motto clearly didn’t apply to final week, which introduced an entire host of attention-grabbing pictures information. That features the Canon EOS R6 Mark III and the brand new RF 45mm f/1.2 STM. We additionally noticed Nikon kick off their vacation gross sales this week. And at last, I had a busy week of my very own, sorting by way of pictures and writing about my expertise photographing vultures in western Spain. I truthfully can’t keep in mind the final time I shot practically 4 thousand frames in only a few hours. Effectively, typically extra is simply extra. Wishing you an incredible begin to the brand new week and good gentle.
Latest Bulletins
The largest bulletins this week had been definitely the Canon EOS R6 Mark III and the RF 45mm f/1.2 STM. You possibly can learn extra about them at these hyperlinks! And that wasn’t all we noticed this week.
- Leica SL3 Reporter: A brand new variation of Leica’s SL3 – the SL3 Reporter – was simply introduced. Whereas the internals of the digicam haven’t modified versus the SL3, the exterior variations would possibly justify the $500 larger worth for some photographers. Specifically, the Reporter has an aramid material cowl (just like Kevlar) that makes the digicam extra rugged in harsh circumstances. Its texture can also be designed to supply a a lot sturdier grip in comparison with the usual SL3. It’s accessible for pre-order for $7995.
- Viltrox AF 85mm f/2.0 Z EVO: This autofocus-capable Viltrox lens is now accessible for Nikon Z. At $275, it’s an incredible worth for a quick 85mm lens, and Viltrox has constructed an excellent fame for picture high quality with their current gear. The 85mm f/2 EVO is comparatively small and transportable (360g, 58mm filter measurement) and incorporates a USB-C port for future firmware updates. The $275 worth is at B&H, however it’s truly 5% off already on Viltrox’s personal website, which ships worldwide.
- DxO Software program Updates: Numerous updates from DxO this week! Their signature PhotoLab software program is now on Model 9.2, which provides higher masking instruments and new picture looking out options for faster culling. PureRaw 5.5 additional improves the picture high quality of pictures with DxO’s noise discount and sharpening. And the well-known Nik Assortment obtained a minor replace that provides paper texture choices to the Analog Efex plugin. Extra information and a free trial can be found on the DxO web site.
The Rumor Mill
Nikon’s subsequent v2.0 mirrorless lens?
It’s secure to say that the Nikon Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II was an surprising hit. It even obtained second place in our Finest Nikon Lens ballot, regardless of being so new on the time that hardly any photographers had used it! Now, rumors say that Nikon is engaged on a Z 70-200mm f/2.8 S II. What may Nikon change to enhance upon the unique model, which is already a spectacular optic (and, actually, the sharpest zoom lens we’ve ever examined at Pictures Life)? Almost certainly, will probably be smaller and lighter whereas additionally including a “click on” function to the management ring. Maybe Nikon will swap the zoom and focus rings, too, which is my solely actual criticism with the primary model.
Through Nikon Rumors
Sony a7V to launch in December
Sony Alpha Rumors is ranking this one as “100% confirmed” together with a assure that it’s going to have a 33 megapixel sensor. It’s anticipated to have the next burst charge, a brand new AI focus chip, and an improved viewfinder, amongst different adjustments. A pair of leaked pictures is already out. A doable launch date is December fifth.
Through Sony Alpha Rumors
Viltrox’s plans are effervescent to the floor
Together with the 85mm f/2 EVO that Viltrox simply introduced for Nikon Z, it appears like we could also be about to see two extra lenses on the best way: a 50mm f/1.4 PRO and 85mm f/1.4 PRO. The Sony variations of those lenses are each lower than $600, which might make them aggressive on the Nikon Z System as properly. There additionally appears to be a 2.0x teleconverter on the best way. You positively can’t accuse Viltrox of sitting on their fingers.
Through Nikon Rumors
Good Offers and New Gross sales
Numerous Nikon gear has gone on sale this week with some steep reductions! Most Nikon Z gear is promoting at or under the pre-tariff costs. Highlights embody the Z5 II for $1599, the D850 for $1999, the Z MC 105mm f/2.8 S for $899, and the Nikon Z 600mm f/6.3 S for $3999, however nearly each digicam and lens is on sale.
The total record of offers is simply too lengthy to breed right here – it might overwhelm the article. You possibly can view the gross sales at these pages:
There are some particular digicam + lens combo offers at B&H that you simply would possibly need to find out about, together with with some lenses that we’ve by no means seen accessible as kits earlier than:
This has additionally been an incredible week for storage-related offers, with some spectacular costs on arduous drives and reminiscence playing cards at present. I’d notably like to attract your consideration to the Sony CFexpress Kind B gross sales, the place their prime playing cards are greater than half off:
Exterior SSDs
- 8TB Samsung T5 EVO (was $690, now $630)
- 4TB Samsung T9 Moveable (was $440, now $300)
- 4TB Samsung T7 Defend (was $454, now $339)
- 4TB Samsung T7 Moveable (was $345, now $270)
- 4TB Lexar SL600 (was $350, now $255)
- 4TB LaCie Rugged (was $600, now $525)
- 2TB Samsung T9 Moveable (was $240, now $200)
- 2TB Samsung T7 Defend (was $250, now $230)
- 2TB Lexar SL600 (was $200, now $150)
- 2TB LaCie Rugged (was $400, now $340)
SD Playing cards
CFexpress Kind B
CFexpress Kind A
Different Pages of Curiosity
The Nikon ZR has already obtained a teardown at Kolari Imaginative and prescient, together with each a video and a weblog publish exhibiting the disassembly of this new Nikon digicam. The ZR combines Nikon and RED know-how extra totally than any earlier digicam – what secrets and techniques does it maintain? See for your self on the Kolari Imaginative and prescient website.
The brand new Nationwide Geographic movie Love+Conflict “chronicles Pulitzer Prize-winning Lynsey Addario’s ascent within the male-dominated world of battle pictures.” It launched on Disney+ earlier this week and is properly price your time. If you wish to see what it’s about, check out the trailer on YouTube.
Lastly, earlier at present, we printed a collection of pictures and recommendations on our Member Web page submitted by Pictures Life neighborhood members. Have a look on the inspiring pictures, and possibly you’ll decide up a brand new tip you want, too! It’s a free article seen to our subscribers and non-subscribers alike.
Photograph Theme Problem, Week #128
Final week’s theme was nonetheless life, and you may see the outcomes on this discussion board thread. Thanks to everybody to your submissions! This week’s theme is lengthy shutter speeds, and you may submit your outcomes on this thread by Saturday, November 15, 2025!
Week #127 Outcomes
Let’s try a number of the photographs we obtained for the “nonetheless life” theme, beginning with Marc8’s picture:
This good association of gourds is a superb nonetheless life and illustration of autumn.
Stea’s picture:
I preferred the mixture of a frozen flower on the left, and the suggestion of motion with the 2 snapshots of time.
And lastly, Mauro70’s picture:
The fruits have a traditional portray vibe to them! Properly executed.
Thanks everybody for submitting their pictures within the problem, and we hope to see extra subsequent week within the lengthy shutter speeds theme.