Month: August 2013
More Olympus E-M1 specs and details leaked on the web
The rumor mill has backtracked on some of its claims after revealing new Olympus E-M1 specs and information. It appears that this shooter will become the company’s high-end OM-D camera, not the E-M7 like previously believed. Now that the E-M1 is a professional shooter, it remains to be seen who will take the entry-level role.
New Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS USM lens coming soon
The Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS USM lens replacement has been showcased a couple of times before. Many people are still wondering why it is not out yet, but it seems like the Japanese company has other plans. Once the current version runs out of stock, the next-generation will enter production and will be released.
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.
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.
Nikon 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR lens becomes official
Nikon has announced a new zoom lens for its APS-C cameras. Photographers using the company’s DX-format DSLRs will be able to purchase the Nikon 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR lens at the end of August for a price under $600. The optic should allow users to get a little more creative, thanks to a 7.8x optical zoom.
Nikon Coolpix L620 and S6600 cameras officially announced
Nikon’s second announcement of the day consists of a pair of compact cameras. The launch event has revealed the Nikon Coolpix L620 and S6600, both of them being high-powered zoom shooters. The two cameras will become available for purchase in the first part of September in several colors and for the same price tag.
Nikon Speedlight SB-300 to brighten your shots in late August
Nikon has decided to answer the calls of its photographers and it has announced compact, lightweight, and easy to control Speedlight flash. The new Nikon Speedlight SB-300 is the company’s third announcement of the day and the flash will be released at the end of the month for FX, DX, and selected Coolpix cameras.
Nikon Coolpix P7100 firmware update 1.1 released for download
After launching a new lens, two cameras, and a flash gun on the same day, Nikon has surprised some of its fans with a new announcement. The Nikon Coolpix P7100 firmware update has been released for download to fix several bugs of the compact shooter, which have been troubling the users since the device’s launch.
Sony DSLR-styled NEX camera rumored to be called ILC-3000
The Sony DSLR-shaped NEX camera is rumored to be announced on August 13 or 14, along with several other shooters. Until then, the rumor mill believes that it has got the hang of the upcoming E-mount camera that will look like a DSLR. According to inside sources, it will be sold under the name of “Sony ILC-3000”.
Blackmagic Cinema Camera price drops, Pocket unit now shipping
The Blackmagic Cinema Camera price has just suffered a major drop. The device can be purchased with $1,000 less than before, meaning that videographers can shoot 2.5K RAW video for only $1,995. Additionally, the Pocket Cinema Camera has begun shipping, while the Production 4K version has been delayed again.
Samyang 16mm T2.2 cinema lens announced for APS-C cameras
Samyang has announced a new cinema lens, which should deliver improved video recording capabilities. The Samyang 16mm T2.2 cinema lens is aimed at APS-C cameras with support for Canon EF-S, Nikon DX, Sony A, Sony E, Canon M, Fujifilm X, and Micro Four Thirds mounts. It should become available soon for less than $500.
Canon 7D to get RAW video support from Magic Lantern soon
Magic Lantern’s team of hackers has already proven its coding abilities. Its members have managed to bring RAW video capabilities to a number of Canon cameras, such as 5D Mark III and 50D, using custom firmware versions. According to one of its members, the next EOS shooter to get RAW video support is the Canon 7D.
Canon to release EOS 7D Mark II in mid-2014
Although it has been rumored ever since the beginning of this year, Canon’s EOS 7D Mark II will not replace the current 7D model by the end of 2013. Sources are reporting that the company will not announce any new DSLRs this year, but new cameras, including the big megapixel one, are coming in the first half of 2014.
New Olympus camera with hybrid FT-MFT mount coming this fall
Cameras that support multiple lens mounts are almost a dream for photographers. This would definitely expand the creative possibilities and would reduce the costs. It appears that a new Olympus camera is on its way and it is aiming to fulfill this dream, as the shooter would support both Four Thirds and Micro Four Thirds lenses.
How to Capture Newborn Composite Images Safely
How to Capture Newborn Composite Images Safely There are so many fun ways to capture breath-taking images of newborns. The most important thing to keep in mind when photographing newborns is their safety. Even though there are many poses that can be done with newborns always keep in mind that many of the images you…
MCP Photography and Editing Challenge: Highlights from this Week
Where are the wild things this week? Some might be heading back to school, while others may be hiding in this week’s MCP Photo Editing Challenge’s featured photo, captured by Ali Ellen. Several members of the group have shared great edits. Here are a few of the many favorite storybook edits: Edited by Brianne Thomas…
Nikon F2D is a wooden replica of the original F2 SLR camera
A France-based photographer and his father have teamed up to create a unique camera. They took some Indonesian ebony, strapped it on a touchscreen-enabled Coolpix camera, and called it Nikon F2D. The name is not random, as the camera is actually a wooden replica of the original Nikon F2 35mm film SLR shooter.
Huge Tokyo panorama measures 150-gigapixel
Photographer Jeffrey Martin and Fujitsu Technology Solutions have worked together at creating the world’s second largest photo ever. It has been captured from the top of the Tokyo Tower. The Tokyo panorama measures 150-gigapixel and it has a width of 600,000 pixels. If it were to be printed, then it would be about 328-feet long.
National Geographic reveals 2013 Traveler Photo Contest winner
National Geographic’s 2013 Traveler Photo Contest has finally met its winner. The image competition has been won by Wagner Araujo with a shot captured at the Brazilian Aquathlon. Moreover, the second and third placed winners have also been announced and it is worth saying that they could have easily won the contest.
Get Technical: How to Photograph Toddlers
The technical aspects of shooting portraits of toddlers and kids. Lights, aperture, shutterspeed and lenses.
High-end Olympus E-M7 rumored to be announced this September
Olympus is rumored to introduce a new entry-level OM-D camera this fall. It appears that the shooter will be joined by a higher-end version, which was supposed to replace the E-M5. However, this is not going to happen, as the so-called Olympus E-M7 is a high-end camera, but it is not replacing the critically-acclaimed E-M5.
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