Prime temptation now! For a limited time, the new condition Voigtlander Super Wide-Heliar 15mm f4.5 II aspherical lens is on sale for $499 with free expedited shipping at B&H Photo. This is a Leica M-mount lens… For more action, check the latest B&H Featured Sales…
Fuji X-A3 with 16-50 and 50-230 for $699
The Fuji X-A3 with the 16-50mm lens goes for $599 at authorized dealers [see also the “Take Pictures With” section of the Mirrorless Price Charts], but for a limited time, an extra $100 can get you the two lens kit with the XC 50-230mm f/4.5-6.7 OIS II Lens for $699 total at B&H Photo. The offer is good for all three X-A3 body colors, but the 50-230mm lens is silver no matter what body color you select. The lens goes for $399 on its own.
But wait, there’s more! If you like some free accessories as well, Adorama includes a Lowepro shoulder bag, 16GB SD card, 58mm filter kit, Corel software and more for the same price of $699 in all three colors.
However, if you don’t want the 50-230mm lens, and you don’t want the extra accessories, and you are comfortable with used cameras, then:
+ used brown X-A3 with 16-50 for $445 by Amazon Warehouse Deals itself
+ used silver X-A3 with 16-50 for $499 at B&H Photo
Free Fuji 35mm f2 R WR Prime Lens with Fuji X-T1 Camera Kit purchase [corrected]
CORRECTION: this is an f2, not f2.8 lens. The “R” confused me into thinking f2.8 🙂
Fuji temptation time! All four of the official Fuji X-T1 kits currently get a FREE Fuji 35mm f2 WR lens with purchase! The free lens will be included automatically by B&H Photo while this promotion is running. You know the promotion is running when you see the lens mentioned in the individual product page of each lens.
The four kits participating are the X-T1 body only for $800, the X-T1 with 18-55 for $1200, and the X-T1 with 18-135 for $1400. Also participating is the X-T1 Graphite body only for $1000.
But wait, there’s more! The free lens is also offered on some of the bundles with free accessories. The X-T1 Graphite Body for $1000 gets the 35mm f2 WR along with an extra Watson battery, a 16GB SD card, a holster bag, and a cleaning kit.
A similar set of freebies is included with the X-T1 body only for $800, and so is the X-T1 with 18-135mm for $1400.
NOTE: some of the kits mentioned above earn 4% promotional rewards as well. Most of the kits that include free accessories don’t get 4% promotional rewards, except for the Graphite. Considering the price of the cameras, you can trade-off whether you want 4% to spend in the future or get the extra accessories. The free lens is included in all the kits while this promotion is running.
Tamron SP 150-600mm f5-6.3 Di VC USD for $869 (C/N/A)
If you are not tempted by the latest generation Tamron 150-600mm in the previously mentioned Tamron Solar Eclipse offer for Canon, Nikon and Sony A systems, and you instead prefer the first generation of the lens, without any solar eclipse accessories…
… then you can get the new condition Tamron SP 150-600mm f/5-6.3 Di VC USD for $869 with free shipping in the Canon, Nikon and Sony A systems at B&H Photo (with 4% promotional rewards) and at Amazon by Amazon itself (limit 3 per mount per customer; 5% back for Prime members paying with Prime cards)…
If you want to use the first generation lens for solar eclipse purposes, you can always purchase the appropriate filters and glasses separately. Or Nikon shooters can get the ready-made bundle from B&H Photo (only freebie are the $5 glasses vs buying lens + filter separately).
LAST CALL for Panasonic GH4 and GX85 offers
It is LAST CALL for some of the previously mentioned Panasonic promotions. The offers that went live during the weekend at B&H Photo are scheduled to expire at 11:59pm ET tonight (Monday 7/24/17) including:
+ GX85 with 12-32mm and $20~ promotional rewards for $498
+ GH4 with 12-35mm f2.8 for $1495
Tamron 150-600mm Solar Eclipse Bundle (with Marumi 95mm Filter) for $1499
If you are looking for solar eclipse bundles, B&H Photo has a limited time Tamron promotion that bundles the Tamron SP 150-600mm f/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2 lens with the Tamron Marumi 95mm DHG ND-100000 Solid Neutral Density 5.0 Solar Eclipse Filter (16.5 Stops) and a 5-pk of solar eclipse glasses, all together for $1499 with free expedited shipping.
The lens goes for $1399 on its own, and the Marumi filter goes for $299 on its own, so you are getting a $200 combined purchase discount. The glasses are just $5, so they are a rounding error considering the price 🙂
The above link points to the Canon version, but this offer is also available for the Sony A version and the Nikon F version.
PRO TIP: if you are not familiar with the B&H Photo website, locate the “In the Box” section on the right hand side of their website, further down, to see what items are included with your purchase. They typically do a great job of showing the accessories by the manufacturer and then the items/accessories that may be included as a bundle or “free with purchase” promotions.
If you don’t want/need the Marumi filter, the lens without the two “solar accessories” is bundled with typical lens-y free accessories at Adorama (Corel software, filter kit, etc).
Phase One Rental Specials at Samy’s
And now to our monthly medium format post 🙂 If you are near a Samy’s Camera store, they are running rental specials on Phase One systems. Details in their tweet, also embedded below:
Don't miss out on our latest rental special ⌛️⌛️ Call your local Samy's Camera for details ?? #samyscamera #photography #video pic.twitter.com/cjfvpiu9cT
— Samy's Camera (@samys_camera) July 24, 2017
Now shipping: Studio/Lightning Kits from Savage and GVB (22 options)
We have another in-stock alert, this time it is Savage (the brand name, not their behavior) studio/lighting kits including backdrops, LED light tables, and a studio light kit. A total of 18 options are available with prices ranging from $135 to $276 at B&H Photo. Shipping is additional for some of the models.
Also in-stock are four GVB LED Lights with free expedited shipping and prices ranging from $270 to $315.
Starts 12pm ET: FREE to Watch Olympus E-M1 II Online Class
If you have an Olympus E-M1 II or you are E-M1 II curious, starting at 12pm Eastern today (Monday 7/24/17), the CreativeLIVE Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II Fast Start online class with John Greengo will be streaming LIVE and for FREE until 11:50am ET on Tuesday. This means the class will repeat during the day. A total of 32 lessons are part of it, you can see them under the “Class Materials” tab over there.
During this promotional period, you can watch the class for FREE. If you want to watch it later, you have to purchase it or hope for a future rerun. If you like it, they have it on sale for $36 while the free-streaming promotion is running. For buyers, the class is also available for download (mp4 files in HD or lower resolution for mobile/cellular). Lesson #1 is available as a free download if you want to test how it works/looks on your PC, tablet or phone.
In addition to the E-M1, according to their ON-AIR SCHEDULE the following other camera classes are scheduled to STREAM for FREE during the following days:
+ July 25: Sony a6500
+ July 27: Nikon D5600
+ July 28: Canon D-Rebel T7i
+ July 29: Canon 77D
+ August 11: Canon M5 and M6
+ August 11: Fuji X-T20
50% off Dell Refurbished PowerEdge R620 Servers
Dell Refurbished (Dell’s website that specializes on re-selling off-lease computers) is back with another coupon offer. Coupon code SAVE50R620 gets you 50% off Dell PowerEdge R620 Servers. Free ground shipping. While supplies last. Coupon expires on 7/30/2017 at 11:59PM CST.
Monday: 20% off $300+ at Monoprice
Monoprice does not have predictable free shipping like most other retailers, so pooling orders into bigger lots is one strategy to counter that, especially when some of the items in your shopping cart are eligible for free shipping, which can lower the overall S&H costs of your order.
With that in mind, for Monday in the pacific time zone, coupon code DESERVE gets you 20% off orders of $300+ at the Monoprice website. The usual exclusions apply. You can test the coupon and get a S&H estimate without logging in or signing up for an account.
Monday: YI Technology Action Camera for $55
Ooops, I missed this last night when I posted the B&H Daily Deals, but the YI Technology Action Camera in black or white, is going for $55 with free shipping until 11:59pm ET or earlier if sold out. It probably looked like a security camera when I was checking late last night 🙂
But the headliner of the Monday daily deals remains the Tokina 12-28mm f/4.0 AT-X Pro APS-C Lens for Canon for $199.
LAST CALL: Used Ape Case ACPRO342W Camera Case for $12
When we first mentioned this last week there were multiple used listings and it was going for $10.80. As of the time of writing, there is only one used listing, and the price has inched upwards to $11.72. It is the “Used – Very Good” Ape Case ACPRO342W Camera Case at Amazon Warehouse Deals.
Of the other USED items we mentioned at the same time last week, their prices have changed as follows:
+ USED Dracast DR-DVT17A Tripod down from $75~ to $64~
+ Used Fotodiox Lens Mount Adapter (T-mount Screw Lenses to M43rds Cameras) for $4 to $4.23 (up $0.13 since last time)
+ Tamron AF 17-50mm F/2.8 SP XR Di II VC up from $203 to $214~ (Canon EF) or $252 (Nikon F) with the same price
+ the Energizer Canon 60D battery grip sold out in used condition
+ for a deal fishing expedition, check the Amazon Warehouse Deals Bargain Bin
UPDATE: speaking of which, the ARRIS SURFboard DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem (SB6121) is offered in “Used – Like New” condition for $12. Not a bad price as a backup!
(ENDED) Tuesday: Lowepro Photo Sport 200 AW Backpack for $80
These daily deals expired but for more action, check their Featured Sales…
(ENDED) Wednesday: Steadicam Solo Stabilizer & Monopod for $140; Etc
These daily deals expired but for more action, check their Featured Sales…
(ENDED) KEH Nikon Gear coupon: 5% off Cameras, 10% off Lenses, 15% off Accessories
This 1-day coupon expired. If you missed it, fear not! They will likely have more coupons in the future…
If you are interested in buying used Nikon cameras or lenses or accessories, Tuesday is a good day to do so, because coupon code NIK07A gets you 5% off Nikon cameras, 10% off Nikon lenses, and 15% off accessories at the KEH website. If you are not certain whether an item qualifies, simply add item to cart and enter the coupon and see what happens. The shopping cart is the ultimate decider on the final price 🙂
Monday Lightning Deals: Usual Camera/Photo accessories
There are over 40 items listed in the Camera & Photo lightning deals (old format) or Full Page format (faster to navigate on Desktop) of the Amazon Gold Box. Due to time constraints I cannot create a detailed listing of them all. The usual assortment of LEDs, Tri/Monopods, Action Cams, Bags, Studio/Lighting Kits, and more are running throughout the day.
Meanwhile the Amazon ECHO (in black or white) is on sale for $130 until Tuesday 3am ET (or earlier if sold out).
Solar Eclipse 2017 Accessories
B&H Photo has created a central page for all things Solar Eclipse 2017, including a variety of related accessories along with information articles about the event.
PSA: remember not to stare straight into the sun!
Panasonic LX10 with Extras for $598
The Panasonic LX10 compact with RAW currently goes for $598 at authorized dealers, but at the moment you can also get a boatlaod of freebies at Adorama: the Corel software bundle (five titles including three photo/videos), a 32GB Lexar PRO SDHC card, a Lowepro Dashpoint 20 bag, a memory card wallet, and a cleaning kit.
Panasonic FZ 2500 + $100 Gift Card for $1098
In addition to the previously mentioned Panasonic offers, there’s one on the Panasonic FZ 2500 superzoom, you get a $100 store gift card with the camera going for $1098 at Adorama and B&H Photo.
Sunday Lightning Deals: Usual Camera/Photo accessories
There are over 55 items listed in the Camera & Photo lightning deals (old format) or Full Page format (faster to navigate on Desktop) of the Amazon Gold Box. Due to time constraints I cannot create a detailed listing of them all. The usual assortment of LEDs, Tri/Monopods, Action Cams, Bags, Studio/Lighting Kits, and more are running throughout the day.
Imported White Box No Warranty Nikon 70-300mm f4.5-6.3G VR for $200
The Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-6.3G ED VR goes for $400 at authorized dealers which are allowed to include free accessories with it, such as Adorama.
But if you are comfortable with imported grey-market white-box lenses without a warranty, then to the eBay Deals we go, where eBay seller “Photo Video 4 Less” (100%, New York) is offering it in new condition white-box no-warranty condition for half the price, $200 with free shipping.
Needless to say this is a higher risk purchase, so if you don’t feel comfortable without any warranty, do not buy!
YMMV: 8% back in eBay Bucks [no minimum amount]
eBay is rotating between coupons and eBay Bucks promotions, and the pendulum has swung in the direction of eBay Bucks again!
This is YMMV ~ I do not know if eBay offers this to everyone or a subset of their registered users. Good until Monday 3am eastern (7/24/17), you earn 8% eBay Bucks on your purchases This particular promotion has no minimum purchase price, so even a $1 item will get you bonus bucks.
First you have to manually activate the offer from the eBay email or your eBay messages (if invited/selected to participate). Some exclusions apply as usual and the maximum rewards you can earn is $100 per transaction, and $500 during the promotional period. The email title announcing this promotion is not as clear as previous ones, but it has “eBay Bucks” in it, so look for that if you are skimming or filtering eBay emails.
A good place to look for ideas are the eBay Deals along with the Trending Deals (shows only 100 trending deals, less overwhelming to look at than their main deals page). There’s also a dedicated search box there that searches only the Deals, not everything else on eBay.
Another way to look for ideas is our eBay Archive posts.
(ENDED) Monday: Tokina 12-28mm f4 (Canon only) for $199; Davis & Sanford Tripods; Etc
These daily deals expired but for more action, check their Featured Sales…
Saturday Lightning Deals: Feiyu and Usual Camera/Photo accessories
There are over 50 items listed in the Camera & Photo lightning deals (old format) or Full Page format (faster to navigate on Desktop) of the Amazon Gold Box. Due to time constraints I cannot create a detailed listing of them all. The usual assortment of LEDs, Tri/Monopods, Action Cams, Bags, Studio/Lighting Kits, and more are running throughout the day.
Perhaps the item that stands out from this lot in terms of brand name recognition is the FeiyuTech G5 3-Axis Handheld Gimbal Action Camera starting at 3:10pm ET. The price before the sale is $279.
Refurbished Nikon Df with 50mm f1.8G Special for $1795 [and Other Offers]
If you want to get the Nikon Df with the Special Edition lens but don’t want to pay the full new condition price, fear not! Adorama comes to the rescue, they are offering the manufacturer refurbished Nikon Df with 50mm f1.8G Special Edition for $1795 with free shipping and a 90-day Nikon USA warranty.
This kit in new condition goes for $3000, so that’s certainly a big price difference to tilt the scales towards the manufacturer refurbished. This is the black Nikon Df. The silver Nikon Df is not available in this option.
But that’s not all. Adorama has launched a number of other promotions as follows:
+ DJI Phantom 4 Quadcopter w/ 4K HD Camera + 2 Extra Batteries + Charging Hub for $999
+ expires 7/24/17
+ SmallHD 702 Lite 7″ Monitor With Pro Accessory Bundle for $999
+ 3 Legged Thing Albert Carbon Fiber Travel Tripod System with AirHed 360 Ball Head for $340
+ expires 7/30/17
+ Asus Zenbook Pro 15.6″ Ultra HD 4K Touchscreen Notebook for $1375
+ Intel i7-6700HQ 2.6GHz, 16GB RAM, NVIDIA GTX 960M 2G, 512GB SSD, Windows 10
+ expires 7/31/17
+ Asus Chromebook 13.3″ Full HD (4GB, 64GB) for $269
+ Dell Alienware 15 R2 15.6″ 4K Ultra Touchscreen Quad Core Gaming Notebook for $1069
+ Intel i7-6700HQ 2.6GHz, 16GB RAM, 1TB HDD + 256GB SSD, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M 3GB GDDR5, Windows 10
+ expires 7/30/17
+ Apple Magic Keyboard (MLA22LL/A) for $69 after $20 mail-in rebate (PDF details)
Sony a6500 w/16-50 f3.5-5.6 OSS PZ and 64GB SDXC and Bag and Extra Battery for $1500
The Sony a6500 [which I forgot to include in the original Mirrorless Price Chart but was added in the revised edition thanks to corrections from our readers] with 16-50mm f3.5-5.6 OSS PZ goes for $1500 at the Best Buy “Black Friday” but their offer has been “defeated” by B&H Photo which includes a 64GB Sandisk Extreme SDXC card, an extra Watson battery and a Shoulder Bag for the same price, versus Best Buy’s only one free accessory (a basic Sony-branded camera case).
Panasonic GH4 Body with Extras (Various Options) for $999
At the stroke of midnight last night, the Panasonic GH4 with the 12-35mm f2.8 zoom lens dropped to $1495 at B&H Photo but that’s not the only offer that went live today for the Panasonic GH4!
A number of retailers are running “free with purchase” promotions with the Panasonic GH4 body only, while still selling at the $998 to $1000 price. Here are the options:
+ GH4 Body + Tascam 6-Track Field Recorder for DSLR with SMPTE Timecode by Beach Camera through Amazon
+ you get Prime-like shipping speed if you are a member but it ships directly from Beach Camera from the East Coast
+ GH4 Body + Panasonic DMW-SFU1-VLOG V-Log L Function Firmware Upgrade Kit at Adorama
+ GH4 Body + Rode VideoMic Pro R Cardioid Condenser Microphone at Adorama
+ GH4 Body + 2TB WD Elements USB 3.0 External Hard Drive at B&H Photo
+ all the above go for around $1000
Panasonic GX85 w/12-32 for $500 spreads
The Panasonic GX85 with 12-32mm dropped to $498 like Cinderalla last night at B&H Photo. But the sale is spreading across the interwebs, as of the time of writing, it also goes for $498 at Adorama and by various at Amazon.
PS: if you are a Prime member, and you pay with either the Prime Store Credit Card or the Amazon Chase VISA credit card, you earn a 5% statement credit on the purchase. This covers all Amazon purchases, they don’t have to be sold and shipped by Amazon itself. Prime subscriptions too earn 5% statement credit.
Fuji Instax SHARE SP-2 Wireless Printer with FREE Exposures for $150
Best Buy’s Black Friday is offering the Fuji Instax SHARE SP-2 wireless printer for $150 (which apparently got price-matched at Amazon) but both of them have been “defeated” by B&H Photo who is bundling a free 10pk of film exposures in various options, eg the standard 10pk or monochrome 10pk of film exposures. On the same listing, they also have other bundle options, eg with a pouch instead of free exposures for $153, or a a 20pk of free exposures for $154.40. With free shipping.
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