Month: August 2013
Photo of Usain Bolt winning and lightning triggers web craze
A photo of Usain Bolt has gone viral on the internet. A shot of the sprinter winning the 100m race in Moscow with a lightning strike in the background has triggered the latest internet craze. The image has been taken by AFP photographer, Olivier Morin, who claims that 99% was down to luck and the “weather gods”.
New SLR Magic 35mm T0.95 lens to be released in September
A new SLR Magic 35mm T0.95 lens is reportedly in the works and it will become available for purchase this fall. The updated model will provide improved quality, allowing photographers to shoot amazing videos in low-light environments. Additionally, a 17mm version is under development and its release date is very close.
Canon medium-format DSLR camera rumored to be in the works
Despite the fact that camera manufacturers have taken a huge blow following the financial crisis, it does not mean that they will stop innovating. Smartphones are also eating their piece of the pay, so they have to think bigger. As a result, it appears that the Canon medium-format DSLR is real and it may be revealed soon.
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Elicar V-HQ 300-600mm f/4.1-5.7 lens to become available soon
The Elicar V-HQ 300-600mm f/4.1-5.7 lens will become available to the market soon. Professional and advanced photographers will be able to buy this beauty for a price of $12,000. The optic is compatible with APS-C cameras from Nikon and Canon, therefore lensmen will find it useful when preforming wildlife photography duties.
Sony DSC-QX10 and DSC-QX100 photos and specs leaked
The Sony DSC-QX10 and DSC-QX100 may not sound too familiar to you. However, you have previously heard about them when they were referred to as “innovative lens-camera modules”. The previous rumors have been confirmed by several leaked photos of these devices, along with their September 4 official announcement date.
Sony lens-camera module coming within the next four weeks
The innovative Sony lens-camera module has been rumored before. It appears that we are very close to the device’s announcement, as the rumor mill says that two such models will be revealed sometime within the next three to four weeks. Moreover, two other cameras and a pair of E-mount lenses are also said to be announced soon.
World War I photos taken from a German officer’s point of view
Dean Putney, a developer based in San Francisco, has discovered an impressive collection of never-before-seen World War I photos. The shots belong to his great grandfather, who has fought in the war. Walter Koessler was an officer in the German army and he managed to rack up about 1,000 photos during WWI.
Enormous Nikon D800X is just a replica of the original D800
A Taiwan-based designer has created a replica of the Nikon D800 DSLR. He called it Nikon D800X and, although it looks like it is working, it is actually a sculpture. The artist has put a lot of effort into building it, but the result is simply amazing. The only thing that may give it away is its size, as the D800X is gigantic.
MCP Photography and Editing Challenges: Highlights from this Week
This week’s photography challenge encourages you to get up close and personal with macro photography. We loved seeing your take on this theme. Here are a few we wanted to feature, but make sure to check the album on the group page for more. Submitted Amy Bellair Anderson Submitted by Michael Zarogoza Use the photography challenges as a…
Mitakon Lens Turbo brings Pentax K lenses to Fujifilm cameras
A new Mitakon Lens Turbo has been announced. It consists of a Pentax K mount adapter for Fujifilm X-mount cameras. This means that full frame K lenses can now be attached to X cameras, such as X-Pro1. It will provide a 0.726x magnification, as well as a faster aperture to unleash the “true power” of the full frame format.
New entry-level Nikon DSLR camera coming in the near future
A new entry-level Nikon DSLR camera is in the works and it will be released in the near future. The company has posted dreadful financial results, but claims it has a plan to get back on track. The first step is to launch a low-end DSLR camera soon, which will most likely compete against the Canon Rebel SL1 / EOS 100D.
New Olympus OM-D E-M1 specs surfaced online
A new list containing that Olympus OM-D E-M1 specs has appeared on the web. This may seem like a never-ending story, but the rumors will come to a full stop in the second week of September, when the camera becomes official. Until then, the rumor mill says that the E-M1 will not feature a hybrid mount, unlike previously reported.
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Longer focal length for Canon TS-E 90mm f/2.8 lens replacement
A new Canon TS-E 90mm f/2.8 lens replacement is making the internet rounds. It says that the tilt-shift lens might have a focal length than its predecessor. An exact number is not given, but it will be longer and will have a higher quality. According to trusted sources, Canon is also ready to give it the “L” treatment, as well.
Sony NEX-7 replacement specs leaked, multiple changes hinted
The Sony NEX-7 replacement specs have just appeared on the web. It appears that the upcoming camera will feature a new grip. Additionally, WiFi will be there, along with a new image sensor and electronic viewfinder. The built-in screen and flash will both be tiltable and all that is left is the device’s official unveiling this fall.
Ricoh GR Digital IV firmware update 2.3 released for download
Ricoh GR Digital IV firmware update 2.3 is available for download now. Although the compact camera’s users were not hopeful of ever receiving extra support, Ricoh thought that it would be nice to save the day. The firmware version 2.3 fixes a couple of bugs, while adding more white balance presets and other new features.
Olympus E-M1 price rumored, while E-P5 got a firmware update
The Olympus E-M1 price might be bigger than €1,500 in Europe. This would mean that the camera will be much more expensive than advanced APS-C shooters, such as the Nikon D7100 and Canon 70D. Until the camera’s announcement, the company has decided to focus on other things and released a firmware update for the E-P5.
Casio EX-ZR800 announced with improved low-light features
Casio EX-ZR800 is a new Exilim series camera, which is here to replace the EX-ZR700. Although it shares plenty of features with its predecessor, the EX-ZR800 comes with a new image processing engine, built-in 5-axis image stabilization technology, and low-light capabilities that would make its competitors jealous.
Canon 7D Mark II rumor: camera will feature mutated 70D sensor
The Canon 7D Mark II is being rumored once again. Sources are confirming that the camera will feature Dual Pixel CMOS AF technology, but the EOS 70D sensor will be altered, in order to better suit the needs of wildlife photographers. The rumor also says that the DSLR can do 12 frames per second and many other exciting things.
Tamron 16-300mm lens announcement to occur in late 2013
The Tamron 16-300mm lens is rumored to be officially introduced to the public sometime in late 2013. It appears that the new glass will compete against the Nikon AF-S DX 18-300mm f/3.5-5.6G lens, which is already available on the market. All that remains to be seen is whether Tamron will release it by the end of 2013 or in 2014.
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