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Olympus introduced the Stylus XZ-10 high-end compact digital camera

Olympus XZ compact camera with 50mm f/1 lens is in the works

Sources in Japan have discovered a patent submitted by Olympus regarding an 11mm f/1 lens for compact cameras with a 1/1.7-inch-type image sensors. This is a sign that a new Olympus XZ compact camera is in development and it could feature this amazingly-bright lens, offering a 35mm focal length equivalent of 50mm.

Leica T Type 701 camera leaked

Leica T Type 701 mirrorless camera photo and specs leaked

On April 24, Leica will hold a product launch event. During the show, the Germany-based manufacturer will reveal the Leica T Type 701, a mirrorless camera with support for a new interchangeable lens system called T-mount. A photo and some details regarding the device have just showed up on the web and you can see them here!

Adobe Lightroom 5

Adobe Lightroom 5.4 and Camera RAW 8.4 updates released

Adobe is keeping itself busy these days as the company has just released Lightroom Mobile for iPad. The company is back with more news, such as Adobe Lightroom 5.4 and Camera RAW 8.4 software updates being released for download. Beside the usual bug fixes, the updates are bringing support for new cameras, including Nikon D4s.

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Batch Editing in Lightroom – Video Tutorial

Batch editing is one of the best benefits of using Lightroom as a starting point for your photo edits. It’s quick and easy! And once you’ve done all that you can with your photos in Lightroom, you can even open them into Photoshop in a batch for any final edits you’re looking to make.  …

Coolpix P600

Nikon Coolpix P700 specs and launch date leaked online

A lot of announcements are expected to occur in May. To the list we can add the Nikon Coolpix P700, a bridge camera that will serve as a replacement for the Nikon Coolpix P600. This device has just had its specs leaked on the web and it promises to offer a staggering 35mm focal length equivalent of 2000mm at the telephoto end.

JVC Kenwood 4K camera

JVC GY-LSX2 and GW-SPLS1 4K cameras spotted at NAB Show 2014

JVC Kenwood has revealed a pair of 4K camera prototypes with Micro Four Thirds lens mounts at the NAB Show 2014, as promised. The JVC GY-LSX2 and GW-SPLS1 share the same image sensor, but their specs lists are a little different. The shooters are still in development and their launch details will become official at a later date.

Lightroom for iPad

Adobe Lightroom Mobile for iPad released for CC subscribers

Have you ever been hit by creativity while on the go and wished that you were home to edit your photos? Well, Adobe has been thinking about this and has decided to correct the problem. The result is called Lightroom Mobile for iPad, which has just been announced and released for download for Creative Cloud subscribers.

Reflecta X8 Scanner

Reflecta x8-Scan 35mm film scanner to be released in May

After introducing the tiny Braun SixZero action camera, Kenro is back with another announcement. The Reflecta x8-Scan is a compact device that is capable of scanning 35mm film strips. This gadget is the best friend of a photographer who is still using 35mm film cameras as it provides a simple way to digitize the film strips.

URSA

Blackmagic URSA 4K modular camera announced at NAB Show 2014

Blackmagic Design has taken the stage at the National Association of Broadcasters Show 2014 in order to announce a new 4K camera. It is a different camera as it allows users to change the image sensor and the lens mount. The new Blackmagic URSA is an amazing modular shooter and it is coming to the market this summer.

DJI Vision Plus

DJI Phantom 2 Vision+ officially unveiled at NAB Show 2014

Although it was released less than six months ago, the DJI Phantom 2 Vision has just been replaced at the NAB Show 2014. The newer and better model is called DJI Phantom 2 Vision+. It features a new stabilization technology, enhanced WiFi communication range, and several other improvements.

SixZero by Braun

Kenro releases Braun SixZero action camera

Action cameras are becoming more and more popular. As a result, a lot of companies are releasing a lot of products in this category. Kenro is back with another device of this kind, which is already available for purchase. It is the Braun SixZero and features a waterproof housing that can withstand depths down to 30 meters.

JVC 4K video camera

JVC Kenwood to release a Micro Four Thirds 4K camera soon

The Micro Four Thirds system is about to get bigger. JVC Kenwood has publicly revealed that the company will launch a 4K camera in the near future. The device will feature a Super 35mm image sensor and support for Micro Four Thirds lenses. The recent period has been fruitful for the MFT mount as Kodak has also joined the system.

Shogun External Recorder

Atomos Shogun becomes first 4K recorder to support Sony A7S

It did not take very long for someone to announce the first external recorder to be compatible with the new Sony A7S mirrorless camera. The Atomos Shogun is its name and it is on-display at the NAB Show 2014. The manufacturer adds that this is world’s first 4K HDMI / 12G SDI recorder / deck and will be released later this year.

Sony A7S

Sony A7S mirrorless camera announced with 4K video recording

The speculation is over now as Sony has introduced its FE-mount mirrorless camera capable of recording 4K videos. The Sony A7S is now official, courtesy of the NAB Show 2014 event, and it promises to deliver high quality video recording with full pixel readout, wide dynamic range, extended sensitivity, and many other features.

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The 4 Best Tax Tips for On Location Photographers

This blog post highlights tax deductions you will want to know before you go to your next photo shoot.

Ahmad El-Abi

Ahmad El-Abi’s #stuffedhair photo project is amazingly funny

Instagram’s Weekend Hashtag Project 2014 has provided a means for photographers to show off their skills and vision. One photographer in particular, called Ahmad El-Abi, has taken advantage of it and participating in the community project, he has started an amusing series of his own. It is called #stuffedhair and it is amazing.

Sony A7R FE-mount

New Sony A7S specs leaked on the web ahead of April 6 launch

Shortly after the rumor mill found out that Sony is announcing a 4K mirrorless camera at the NAB Show 2014, sources have worked really hard to provide more information. Just in time for the announcement, some new Sony A7S specs have showed up online, revealing the presence of a 12-megapixel sensor and XAVC-S codec support.

Sony A7 vs A7R

Sony A7S 4K mirrorless camera coming at NAB Show 2014

The NAB Show 2014 is set to begin on April 5. One day later, on April 6, Sony is scheduled to hold its press conference. During the event, a so-called Sony A7S mirrorless camera with a full frame sensor is rumored to be announced. The FE-mount shooter is also said to be capable of recording videos at 4K resolution and much more.

Canon 1D X 1D C insufficient lubrication

Leaked service advisory details Canon 1D X autofocus issues

There is no such thing as a perfect device. Nikon DSLRs have taken quite a beating from the users and the media, while the Fujifilm X-T1 has some problems as well. However, Canon products are affected, too. A leaked service advisory is detailing some Canon 1D X autofocus issues at low temperatures, also affecting the EOS 1D C.

Kenro Nissin i40

Kenro unveils Nissin i40 flash gun with wireless TTL support

Kenro has just announced a new flash for Canon and Nikon cameras, which will also become available for Sony, Fujifilm, and Micro Four Thirds shooters soon. The new Nissin i40 comes packed with an LED video light and wireless TTL support among many others. It is already available and is said to be a perfect flash for travel photography.

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