Month: June 2014
Why You Might Need a Mirrorless Camera in Your Camera Bag!
Mirrorless cameras are really starting to hit the main stream. Should we be paying attention? What should we know about them?
Fujifilm XF 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 R LM OIS WR lens announced
After months of rumor, speculation, and silence from its maker, the Fujifilm XF 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 R LM OIS WR lens has been unveiled officially. It is the first weathersealed lens for X-mount cameras and it comes packed with a couple of exciting features, such as 5-stop image stabilization technology.
Olympus 7-14mm f/2.8 and 300mm f/4 PRO lenses to ship in 2015
After announcing the development of the Olympus 7-14mm f/2.8 and 300mm f/4 PRO lenses, the company has entered a state of “silence” regarding these two products. However, they have just been listed at B&H PhotoVideo, while the rumor mill has received some news about the availability of these sought-after optics.
More Canon 7D Mark II rumors hint at redesigned top plate
There is no surprise that more Canon 7D Mark II rumors have appeared on the web over the weekend. We are already accustomed to this, but it seems like we are finally receiving reliable details. As the 7D replacement is shaping up, it is becoming more and more clear that the upcoming DSLR camera will feature a redesigned top plate.
Canon EF-M 55-200mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM lens leaked on the web
A Canon EF-M 55-200mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM lens is rumored to be in the works. What is more, the first photo and initial specs of this product have just been leaked on the web, along with information that the lens will be announced in the near future. If it becomes real, then it will be the fourth lens of the Canon EF-M series.
New Panasonic 35-100mm lens set to be released later in 2014
A source familiar with the matter has revealed that the new Panasonic 35-100mm lens is still in development and will be released on the market by the end of 2014. This lens has already been “confirmed” by Panasonic when it announced the GM1 camera. It is said to be a compact version of the current 35-100mm f/2.8 model.
The SINGH project reveals the epic beards of Sikh men
Having a large beard is something that is quite popular these days. They call it an epic beard on the internet and this is how to show how tough you are. UK-based photographers Amit and Naroop wanted to pay a tribute to Sikh men and their beards so they have created the SINGH project consisting of amazing portrait photos.
Amazing photos of a couple’s wedding during Oregon wildfire
What do you do when a massive wildfire threatens the well-being of your wedding ceremony? Well, you agree to make a quick ceremony and allow the photographer to do this job. Josh Newton has captured a series of amazing photos of a couple’s wedding with the Oregon wildfire heading towards the ceremony’s location.
Fujifilm X-T1P mirrorless camera to be announced in July
Fujifilm X-T1P mirrorless camera is rumored to become official in early July. This is said to be an “update” to the Fujifilm X-T1, the company’s first X-series weathersealed camera, which was released at the beginning of 2014. The new shooter is said to feature an improved viewfinder with a higher resolution than that of the current model.
Fujifilm 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 lens price and photo leaked
Fujifilm 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 lens price is just another part of the recent string of leaks involving the first weathersealed X-mount lens. Fuji will announce this optic on June 16 and, beside the price tag, the first press photo of the Fujiflm XF 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 R OIS WR lens has also showed up online before the official announcement event.
Make Your Outdoor Maternity Sessions Pop with Color
Before and After Step-by-Step Edit: Photoshop Actions to make those Moms-To-Be Glow The MCP Show and Tell Site is a place for you to share your images edited with MCP products (our Photoshop actions, Lightroom presets, textures and more). We’ve always shared before and after Blueprints on our main blog, but now, we will sometimes share…
Sony curved full frame sensor unveiled alongside its benefits
Sony has taken the wraps off of its first series of curved sensors. A Sony curved full frame sensor and a curved 2/3-inch-type one were revealed at the 2014 VLSI Technology Symposium. The company has revealed how the sensor is more sensitive to light, while hinting that the technology is ready for prime time.
Fujifilm X100T rumored to be the X100s replacement
Fujifilm has been rumored to replace the X100s with a new compact camera for a long time. The device has been said to go by the name of X200. However, several sources beg to differ. It appears that the company will go with the Fujifilm X100T for the X-series shooter that is said to feature a 24-megapixel X-Trans APS-C image sensor.
Panasonic FZ1000 4K video superzoom camera becomes official
Panasonic has launched a new 4K camera. It consists of a bridge shooter with a superzoom lens offering a 35mm equivalent of 24-400mm. The new device is not the sought-after LX7 replacement, it is actually the Panasonic FZ1000, which will compete against the Sony RX10, having the advantage of 4K video recording.
Sigma DP2 Quattro price and release date announced
Sigma has announced the DP Quattro series of cameras earlier in 2014. After months of rumor and speculation, the Sigma DP2 Quattro price and release date details have finally been revealed. The compact camera with a 30mm f/2.8 lens is coming soon, while its siblings, the DP1 and DP3, are still without an official release date.
New Canon 7D Mark II specs and details hint at EOS 1-like design
Canon is rumored to discontinue the 7D in June, to reveal the 7D Mark II to dealers in July, and to announce it officially in August. Before the launch event of the 7D replacement, the rumor mill has revealed the first reliable Canon 7D Mark II specs and details. They are hinting at the fact that the DSLR camera will have a design similar to the original EOS 1 SLR.
Panasonic LX8 compact camera to feature built-in ND filter
One of the devices which has been receiving a lot of attention from the rumor mill is the Panasonic LX8 compact camera. The shooter is said to replace the LX7 in mid-July with a new set of specifications. Meanwhile, more details about its specs have been leaked, including the “confirmation” that the camera features a built-in ND filter.
Fujifilm XF 18-135mm lens announcement event set for June 16
The first weathersealed X-mount lens is coming soon, inside sources say. According to an unnamed source, the Fujifilm XF 18-135mm lens announcement event has been scheduled for June 16. The lens will be introduced on this date and it should become available on the market for X-mount camera owners sometime in July.
Zeiss 135mm f/1.8 SSM lens to be unveiled at Photokina 2014
Sony is rumored to announce a new lens for A-mount cameras developed in collaboration with its long-standing partner Zeiss. The new Zeiss 135mm f/1.8 SSM lens is believed to serve as a replacement for the Zeiss Sonnar T* 135mm f/1.8 ZA lens, a highly-praised optic that is still available for Sony A-mount shooters.
More Panasonic LX8 specs leaked, hinting at 24-90mm lens
Panasonic will announce the replacement of the LX7 on July 16, as covered in our previous articles. As we are getting closer to its launch, inside sources are leaking more Panasonic LX8 specs. This time, the rumor mill has revealed that the high-end compact camera will feature a 24-90mm lens with a maximum aperture of f/2-2.8.
Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 lens to ship soon for Sony A-mount cameras
After more than a year of its initial release, the critically-acclaimed Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 lens will start shipping for Sony A-mount and Pentax K-mount cameras. The company has officially announced that the 18-35mm f/1.8 DC HSM Art lens will become available by the end of June 2014 for Sony and Pentax owners.
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