Month: June 2014
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.
Lytro Android-powered light-field camera coming in Q3 2014
Lytro is rumored to be working on a new device. According to trusted sources, a Lytro Android-powered light-field camera is in development. The new device will allow photographers to capture a photo and refocus at a later time. This device will be announced as well as released sometime during the third quarter of 2014.
Nikon D300s discontinued officially to make room for D9300
Almost five years have passed since Nikon has introduced the D300s, the flagship DX-format DSLR camera. All good things come to an end so the Nikon D300s has just been discontinued officially. The DSLR has been moved to the “archived” camera list, paving the way for a replacement, which is rumored to be called Nikon D9300.
Nikon D800 / D800E successor coming on June 26
Nikon is rumored to hold a product launch event on June 26. According to highly-trusted inside sources, this is the date when the Nikon D800 / D800E successor becomes official. The DSLR camera will be called D800s and will feature a big-megapixel full frame image sensor as well as the ability to capture “RAW S” photos.
Fujifilm X-T1b to be announced soon with new viewfinder
The launch of the Fujifilm X-T1 has been marred by the discovery of some issues with the connectivity ports and D-pad buttons. The company is said to be working on a fix for all the problems and the solution is called Fujifilm X-T1b. It is a new camera that will be a minor improvement over the current model and it is coming soon.
Canon 7D Mark II announcement event taking place in August
The Canon 7D Mark II announcement event is once again a subject of the rumor mill. The replacement for the 7D is said to be set for an August unveiling, but not before the current model becomes discontinued. Additionally, the DSLR camera will be joined by a couple of lenses, which will become official along with the 7D Mark II.
Panasonic LX8 price and more specs leaked on the web
The Panasonic LX8 price tag has showed up online. This high-end compact camera is rumored to become available for a little under $800, an amount similar to the one you have to pay for its competitor: the Sony RX100 III. However, the LX7 replacement has an ace up its sleeve as it will be capable of recording videos at 4K resolution.
Enchanting photos depicting life at the countryside
Life at the countryside can be harsh sometimes. However, photographer Sebastian Łuczywo is showing the magical side of living far from the city through a series of enchanting photos of his family and their pets. The images are telling a story that seems to be taken from a Disney fairy tale and will put a large smile on your face.
Try This Fun, Kids Photography Activity
As a photographer, having young children underfoot while working can create a variety of challenges. From endless questions to missing lens caps, there’s no doubt that kids are fascinated by cameras. They’re also in awe of what you do, and ready to absorb whatever inspiration and creativity you have to share, which is…
#IPHONEONLY: landscape photography captured with an iPhone
Capturing photos with a smartphone is no longer something out of the ordinary. In fact, a lot of people have decided to ditch their cameras in favor of an iPhone, for example. Either way, professional photographer Julian Calverley has released #IPHONEONLY, a landscape photography nook that includes photos taken only with an iPhone.
Then-and-now photos of the D-Day landing scenes
One of the most iconic days in human days is remember as the D-Day. It describes the invasion of the Normandy beaches, France by Allied forces attempting to liberate Europe from Germany’s occupation. In rememberance of this day, photographer Peter Macdiarmid has unveiled a collection of then-and-now photos of the D-Day landing scenes.
MCP Fusion – Adding Warmth and Light to your Photos
Before and After Step-by-Step Edit: Using MCP Fusion to bring more light, warmth, and definition to photos that need an extra nudge 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…
Panasonic telephoto zoom lens has been cancelled, rep says
Micro Four Thirds owners have been asking for a long telephoto zoom lens with a fast aperture for years. However, it seems like the plans to release a Panasonic telephoto zoom lens have been cancelled by the company, according to one of its representatives. However, the 150mm f/2.8 is still on track to be launched this year.
More Canon 7D Mark II launch details revealed
After revealing that Canon will be testing the replacement for the 7D camera at the 2014 World Cup, inside sources have leaked even more Canon 7D Mark II launch details. The DSLR is reportedly being introduced to Pro-level dealers in July, while the official launch event will take place sometime in August before the Photokina 2014.
First weathersealed Fujifilm X-mount lens delayed until July
The first weathersealed Fujifilm X-mount lens has been delayed, says the rumor mill. Fuji was supposed to announce the XF 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 R OIS WR by the end of May in order to release it in June, as promised earlier this year. However, it seems like the optic will be unveiled in mid-June and released sometime in July.
More Samsung NX1 mirrorless camera specs show up online
Samsung is actively developing the company’s next flagship NX-mount camera. Ahead of its announcement event, which will take place at Photokina 2014, a source has leaked more Samsung NX1 mirrorless camera specs. Along with the confirmation of a 28MP sensor, the source has revealed the device’s price and release date.
Learn to Master the Tushy-Up Newborn Pose
Learn How to Create and Photograph the Tushy-Up Newborn Pose To celebrate the launch of our USB Flash Drive version of the popular Newborn Photography Start to Finish Workshop, we wanted to give everyone a free sample clip from our class. Watch now as Tracy shows you clips from a newborn photo session where she soothes an awake baby and…
Nikon D800s camera could become official next week
Nikon is rumored to have begun sending invitations to special events, taking place in multiple countries, that will include the launch of a new product. According to inside sources, it is time to wave goodbye to the D800 and D800E, as the Nikon D800s camera will take their place with new specs and plenty of notable improvements soon.
Sony FZ-mount 4K video DSLR camera will not be released
Sony has been flaunting for over a year an FZ-mount camera that shoots 4K videos and looks like a DSLR. A lot of people have thought that this device or a similar model will actually be released on the market. However, it seems like this was never a possibility as the Sony FZ-mount 4K video DSLR camera was just aimed at getting feedback.
Adobe Lightroom 6 to be unveiled at the Creative Cloud event
Adobe has announced that it will hold a product launch event on June 18. “Everything is new again”, says the company, as it prepares to reveal the next evolution of its Creative Cloud. However, the rumor mill is claiming that Adobe Lightroom 6 will also join the party with new post-processing features for professional photographers.
New high-end Nikon telephoto lenses to employ fluorine coating
Nikon is rumored to replace five of its Nikkor telephoto lenses within the next two years. The 200mm, 300mm, 500mm, 600mm, and 200-400mm are the designated models and it seems like all new high-end Nikon telephoto lenses will feature fluorine coating, just like the 400mm f/2.8E FL ED VR and 800mm f/5.6E FL ED VR lenses.
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