In case you missed it, some new product releases have just been announced, including two new LED Monolights from NanLight and MAC Group USA, and a full-frame 100-400mm lens from Sigma. There’s also an alert from Sony about it SD memory cards in the SF-M series, SF-M series TOUCH specification, and SF-G series TOUGH specification.

NanLite Forza LED Monolights

NanLite and MAC Group USA just announced two new LED monolights: the NanLite Forza 60B (above) and the NanLite Forza 200.

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Both lights are built around a Chip-on-Board (COB) LED module. The bicolor Forza 60B, an update to the Forza 60, now offers variable color temperatures from 2700K to 6500K while the Forza 200 is daylight balanced at 5600K.

At 1.8 pounds and a diminutive footprint of 7.6 x 4.1 x 3.2 inches, the Forza 60B is highly portable (and comes with its own carry case and a reflector). Multiple power options include the bundled AC adapter, a 14.8w V-mount style battery, or two Sony NP-F series battery with an optional battery grip.

Despite its size, the light’s output is powerful (up to 5560 Lumens). And a series of 12 special effects are pre-programmed on the unit (CCT Loop, iNT Loop, Storm, TV, Explosion and more). In addition to the NanLite modifiers, an options Bowens mount adapter is available. Keep an eye out for a projection attachment, which can be used like a Gobo to, for example, put a pattern on the background during an interview. The 60B is also now firmware updateable.

The Forza 200 is brighter than the Forza 60B but smaller than the Forza 300 and 500 models. It has a Bowen’s style mount so you have a wide range of modifiers to choose from. And, when you want to use an umbrella, the unit comes with a dedicated umbrella mount. Eleven special effects are pre-programmed into the unit and, like the 60B, there’s a trio of power options: AC adapter, 14.8V V-mount battery and 26V V-mount battery. The Forza 200 comes with a reflector, COB protector, light stand clamp, AD adapter and carry case.

Prices: $319 (Forza 60B), $699 (Forza 200). Pre-orders are being accepted now; ship date TBD.
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Sigma Full-Frame 100-400mm Lens

Sigma just announced its first ultra-telephoto zoom lens for full-frame mirrorless cameras. The Sigma 100-400mm F/5.-6.3 DG DN OS (above) is available for L-mount and E-mount cameras. This is the fifth Sigma DG DN lens for full-frame mirrorless cameras and features a quiet stepping motor and four-stops of image stabilization. Add pitch and yaw axis stabilization when the lens is mounted to a camera with in-body stabilization. The lens measures 3.4 x 7.8 inches and weighs around 40 ounces and is constructed of 22 elements in 16 groups with 9 rounded diaphragm blades. Look for the lens on July 10 for $949.

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At the same time, Sigma announced a new USB Dock UD-11 for Sigma L-Mount and Canon EF-M Mount mirrorless lenses. The dock will be available on July 10 for $59.

Two new teleconverters (TC-1411 and TC-2011) were also announced with magnification specs of 1.4x and 2x, respectively. The teleconverters are dust- and splash-proof.

Prices: $949 (Sigma 100-400mm lens), $399 (the TC-1411), $429 (the TC-2011). Available July 10.
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Sony SD Memory Card Replacement Program

In June, Sony put out an alert about Sony SD memory cards in the SF-M series, SF-M series TOUCH specification, and SF-G series TOUGH specification. Recorded data on the card may be damaged or data may not be recorded correctly when shooting video on a camera (compatible with video speed class V60/V90) in video speed class mode.

Sony is offering free replacements for the affected SD cards from June 11, 2020 through March 31, 2022 (subject to the card’s limited warranty). For more information about the replacement program and how to check if your memory card is affected, please visit the company’s website.
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