Month: September 2013

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Sony QX100 and QX10 Cyber-shot lens-style cameras announced

After weeks of speculation and rumors, the Sony QX100 and QX10 Cyber-shot lens-style cameras have become official. The two devices are lenses with built-in image sensors, which can be attached to iOS and Android smartphones. However, they can also act as standalone shooters, though they have one “fatal” flaw for professionals.

Photoshop CC

Free Lightroom 5 available with $9.99/month Photoshop CC

Adobe has decided to listen to its loyal customers and it has decreased the Photoshop CC price. Users of CS3 or higher can now subscribe to the CC version of Photoshop for only $9.99/month. Moreover, if they sign up before the end of this year, then they will get a Lightroom 5, 20GB cloud storage, and Behance membership for free.

Sony HDR-AS30V and HDR-MV1

Sony HDR-AS30V and HDR-MV1 movie recorders become official

After one of its photos got leaked on the web, the Sony HDR-AS30V has been revealed at IFA Berlin 2013. The action camera did not come alone as the HDR-MV1 Music Video Recorder has also joined the party with its impressive hi-fi audio recording capabilities. Both are expected to become available in the coming weeks for less than $300.

Sony HDR-AS30 photo

Sony HDR-AS30 action camera rumored to feature GPS and NFC

IFA Berlin 2013 is starting soon and one of the first companies to hold a press event is the same which manufactures the PlayStation gaming console. Beside the QX10 and QX100 lens-camera announcements, the Sony HDR-AS30 action camera will also be introduced, as one of the device’s photos has just been leaked on the web.

4K video

Acer Liquid S2 becomes world’s first 4K video recording smartphone

Smartphones are known for being one of the reasons why digital camera sales have suffered such a major drop. Now it seems like these capable handsets are going after a different breed of imaging devices: camcorders. The Acer Liquid S2 has just been announced as the world’s first 4K video recording smartphone in the world.

Canon EOS M replacement

Canon EOS M replacement cameras coming soon

It is rumored that the Canon EOS M replacement will be delayed no more. The good news does not end here, as sources are reporting that two EOS mirrorless cameras are in the works and both are coming soon. One of them is replacing the EOS M, while the other one is a high-end version that will compete against this market’s big boys.

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Two Sony NEX-FF cameras to be unveiled alongside four lenses

Sony has been working at an E-mount camera with a full frame image sensor for a long time. The rumor mill has leaked information about it, but now it seems like we are very close to the device’s launch. However, recent details claim that we will actually see two Sony NEX-FF cameras instead of one and at least four lenses are coming, too.

Olympus 15mm f/2

Olympus 15mm f/2 lens patented in Japan

Less than a week before the OM-D E-M1 announcement, it is believed that Olympus is working on a new pancake lens that could become available at some point in the future. The rumor mill has unearthed an Olympus 15mm f/2 lens patent, describing an optic for Micro Four Thirds cameras, though no launch plans have been confirmed.

Fujifilm X-Pro1

Fujifilm XF 23mm f/1.4 R lens photos leaked ahead of announcement

Fujifilm has recently updated its lens roadmap for late 2013 and early 2014. There are three new lenses planned to be released over the next six months and one of them has just been leaked. Fujifilm XF 23mm f/1.4 R lens photos have appeared on the web, suggesting that the optic is getting very close to its announcement.

Sony QX10 rumor

More Sony QX10 and QX100 “Smart Shot” photos and specs leaked

The Sony QX10 and QX100 lens-camera modules are rumored to be announced at IFA Berlin 2013 on September 4. Before the launch event, a new batch of photos and details about the two “smartphone accessories” have been leaked, as the rumor mill has confirmed that they will bear the “Smart Shot” branding.

Olympus E-M1 announcement

Olympus E-M1 announcement date is September 10

Olympus will introduce a new flagship OM-D camera on September 10, sources say. As the Olympus E-M1 announcement date has been scheduled, it appears that the camera is already in the hands of some select testers. Thankfully, some of them have decided to share some information, revealing plenty of the device’s specs.

Contax AX SLR

New Sony DSLR-like camera to feature moving image sensor

Sony is making the rumor mill rounds once again, as the company is working on a new DSLR-like camera. It is said that the upcoming mirrorless shooter will feature an image sensor capable of moving along the Z-axis. Moreover, the E-mount device will also be capable of support lenses from Canon, Nikon, and Pentax.

Nikon camera deals

September Nikon camera deals are now available at retailers

Online retailers and digital camera makers are usually striking deals in order to provide instant rebates to customers. This month, B&H PhotoVideo and Amazon have revealed their Nikon camera deals, which are available until September 28. They have a potential of allowing users to save up to $300 when buying a new camera and lens kit.

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Create Dramatic Lighting With Off Camera Flash

How to use off-camera flash or strobe and light modifiers to create portraits that have beautiful and dramatic light.

New York City Hall

NYC Grid project consists of then-and-now New York City photos

Anybody can explore New York City and plenty of other locations with the help of Google Street View. However, you cannot use that if you want to see how the Big Apple used to look like a century ago. Photographer Paul Sahner thought of that so he created a project comparing then-and-now New York City photos.

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