Gear
In case you missed it, some key releases were launched this week, including Hasselblad’s 907X 50C, its smallest medium-format camera body to date. Plus, there are new releases from Tiffen and Sigma—40-inch Lowel C-Stands from Tiffen and Sigma’s 85mm f/1.4 DG DN Art lens.

Last year’s concept is now a reality in the form of the Hasselblad 907X 50C. At 1.6 pounds and measuring 4.01 x 3.66 x 3.30 inches, this 50-megapixel model is the smallest of Hasselblad’s medium-format cameras. It utilizes the new 907X camera body with the modernized CFV II 50C digital back. In addition to X System lenses, the 907X body is compatible with other Hasselblad lenses via adapters. Third party adapters and lenses expand the 907X’s optical versatility. Additionally, the CFV II 50C digital back can also be used with most V System cameras from as early as 1957, along with third party technical or view cameras.
The Hasselblad 907X 50C features dual UHS-II SD card slots, a high resolution 3.2-inch 2.36M dot touch and tilt screen, full HD video, Live View, Wi-Fi, USB-C for tethered shooting and more. Optional accessories include a control grip ($729) and optical viewfinder ($499). Ordering is currently available with delivery expected at the end of August for $6,399. While you’re at it, download Phocus Mobile 2 for iPhone. For more information visit hasselblad.com
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If you need new stands for your studio, check out the new—and affordable—Lowel C-Stands from Tiffen. These 40-inch C-Stands offer a number of key features including aluminum castings, tapered brass brakes, a stainless steel grip arm and welded steel legs. Available with a Turtle Base ($179) or Sliding Leg Base ($155), these heavy-duty C-Stands can hold loads up to 22 pounds and can be ordered with an electroplated chrome or powder coated black finish.
Accessories include Lowel’s Grip Head ($50), which provides 5/8- and 3/8-inch holes for mounting grip arms and other fixtures and Lowel’s 2.5-inch Grip Arm ($65). For more information, go to tiffen.com.

Looking for a great portrait lens for your L-mount or E-mount full-frame mirrorless camera? Sigma’s 85mm F1.4 DG DN Art lens may be the perfect addition to your kit. Not only is this lens fast but it weighs only 22.2 ounces and measures about 3.7-inches long (L-mount).
The lens is dust- and splash-proof and offers some interesting features such as an iris ring lock switch to prevent accidental movement of the iris ring. A Focus Mode Switch and an AFL button on the lens body offer additional functionality. The latter can be customized by assigning functions from compatible camera bodies.
For full details go to sigmaphoto.com. The 85mm lens sells for $1,199.