Month: February 2014

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Nikon Coolpix P340

Nikon Coolpix P340 compact camera launched with WiFi and GPS

The final announcement for today consists of the Nikon Coolpix P340. It is an attractive camera that combines looks, features, and price aiming to become the go-to travel photography shooter for users worldwide. Its specs list includes GPS, WiFi, and RAW photos, proving that it is no pushover when fighting against the big boys.

Ricoh WG-4 GPS

Ricoh WG-20 and Ricoh WG-4 / WG-4 GPS rugged compact cameras announced

After being leaked by the rumor mill, the Ricoh WG-20 and Ricoh WG-4 / WG-4 GPS rugged compact cameras have become official. The company has also introduced the HD Pentax DA AF 1.4x AW rear converter for K-mount cameras and lenses. All products will be present at the CP+ 2014 and will be released on the market as of March.

Pentax 645D CMOS medium format

Pentax 645D 50MP CMOS medium format camera coming at CP+ 2014

After three compact cameras and a rear converter, Ricoh has also announced the development of the Pentax 645D 2014 edition medium format camera. The device is set to be revealed at the CP+ 2014 with a 50-megapixel CMOS image sensor alongside a new ultra-wide-angle lens for MF cameras and a Q-mount telephoto macro lens.

Tamron 28-300mm lens

Tamron 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 and 16-300mm f/3.5-6.3 lenses unveiled

Do you own a full frame DSLR camera and you are looking for an all-in-one super zoom lens? What if you own a Canon, Nikon, or Sony shooter with an APS-C image sensor? Well, the Tamron 28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di VC PZD and Tamron 16-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD Macro lenses are the solutions for you, depending on your camera.

Casio Exilim EX-100 HS

Casio Exilim EX-100 compact camera launched with premium specs

The last digital imaging company to make an official announcement on this day is Casio. The Japanese manufacturer has introduced a new premium compact camera that will compete against the Nikon Coolpix P7800 and Canon PowerShot G16. It is called Casio Exilim EX-100 and it comes packed with an impressive set of features.

Canon 100mm f/2.8 Macro

New Canon macro zoom lens to be released by the end of 2014

Canon has been very busy during the past few weeks in Japan. The company has patented a slew of lenses and its most recent activity includes two zoom optics. However, the rumor mill says that a new Canon macro zoom lens will be unveiled by the end of 2014. Its focal range is unknown, but it will feature a constant maximum aperture.

Sony A7 top EVF

New Sony A6000 rumor: Sony A7-like design without EVF on top

A major digital imaging show is expected to take place in the middle of February. A slew of companies are expected to hold launch events before the CP+ 2014, including the PlayStation maker. There is a new Sony A6000 rumor on the web, claiming that the mirrorless camera will have a design inspired by the Sony A7, but without the EVF on top.

Kurt Russell

Kurt Russell and Panasonic G4K smile together for the camera

The next big thing in the digital imaging world consists of 4K video recording. The Panasonic G4K will be one of the first mirrorless cameras to provide such capability, but its launch event is set for February 7. Before that, the 4K camera has been spotted on the web, posing for a nice photo alongside renowned actor Kurt Russell.

Casio EXILIM EX-100

Casio EX-100 camera’s photo and specs revealed ahead of launch

The CP+ Camera & Photo Imaging Show 2014 is announced as one of the most exciting digital imaging shows of the year. Multiple companies are rumored to announce at least one camera or lens during the event. Recent leaks suggest that you can add one more company to the list, as the Casio EX-100 photo and specs have been revealed.

Digital camera shipments down

Smartphones taking their toll on compact camera shipments

A new and detailed report regarding the sales of cameras across the world in 2013 has been compiled by CIPA. According to the findings, compact camera shipments have dropped again in 2013, taking mirrorless cameras with them. The report also proves that DSLR camera shipments have increased in Japan during the past year.

Nikon D4S development

Nikon D4S announcement date scheduled for February 11

A leaked invitation to a product launch event held by Nikon in Czech Republic has revealed that the Nikon D4S announcement date is February 11. Moreover, the new flagship FX-format DSLR camera features on the February 2014 cover of the popular UK-based magazine, called Amateur Photographer, as the wait seems to draw to a close.

Sony NEX-6 replacement

Sony A6000 mirrorless camera to succeed both NEX-6 and NEX-7

The fate of the NEX-6 and NEX-7 shooters has been sealed, sources have revealed. According to people familiar with the matter, the Sony A6000 mirrorless camera will become the flagship APS-C E-mount device with a NEX-6-like design and NEX-7-based image sensor one day before the start of the CP+ Camera & Photo Imaging Show 2014.

Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS USM

Canon EF 70-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS lens could be announced in 2014

Canon EF 70-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS lens is the company’s latest optic to be patented in Japan. Four other lenses have already been registered in the company’s home country, although no single optic has been launched in 2014. It should be the year of the lenses for Canon, so the new 70-400mm could replace the 100-400mm in the near future.

Ricoh products CP+ 2014

Ricoh WG-20 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS to be announced at CP+ 2014

It appears that the Pentax brand is one step closer to its demise, as the Pentax WG-10 and Pentax WG-3 / WG-3 GPS rugged cameras will be replaced by models bearing the Ricoh brand. A photo of the Ricoh WG-20 and Ricoh WG-4 / WG-4 GPS ruggedized shooters has been leaked online ahead of their official announcement at the CP+ 2014.

Hasselblad HV DSLR

Hasselblad HV announced as a Sony A99-based titanium-made DSLR

After announcing the development of a medium format camera with a CMOS image sensor, Hasselblad has introduced a new DSLR today. It is based on the Sony A99 35mm full frame camera and it will be sold as Hasselblad HV. The titanium-made 24.3-megapixel DSLR also sports an exquisite price tag and will become available soon.

Three unreleased Fujifilm lenses

Three upcoming Fujifilm weathersealed lenses caught on camera

A trio of Fujifilm weathersealed lenses is rumored to be released by the end of 2014. Their photos have just been leaked on the web, albeit not revealing too many details about the optics. Additionally, the focal length range of the unannounced Fujifilm super telephoto zoom lens is rumored to stand between 120mm and 400mm.

Sony NEX-7 replacement camera

Sony NEX-7 replacement camera also coming on February 12

The rumor mill is back with some gossip talks concerning the launch date of the Sony NEX-7 replacement camera. It is believed that the new flagship APS-C E-mount shooter will become official on February 12, just like the successor for the Canon PowerShot G1X, which is bound to be unveiled one day ahead of the CP+ 2014.

Panasonic GH 4K camera

New 16-megapixel sensor for the Panasonic GH 4K video camera

The mirrorless camera industry will soon be graced by a device which is capable of recording videos at 4K resolution. The Panasonic GH 4K video camera will allegedly feature a brand new 16-megapixel image sensor, which has been optimized for cutting-edge movie recording, in order to provide a better experience for videographers.

Canon PowerShot G1X successor

Canon G1X successor poised for February 12 announcement

The rumors about the Canon G1X successor are back, as the compact camera has allegedly been set for a February 12 launch date. The event will take place one day ahead of the CP+ Camera & Photo Imaging Show 2014. The device will feature both WiFi and GPS, and photographers will be able to experience it first-hand at the CP+ 2014.

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