Month: July 2014
Sigma lens roadmap for 2014-2015 shows up online
Sigma is one of the most popular third-party lens manufacturer in the world. Photographers are really interested to see what the company has planned for the future. Thankfully, the rumor mill has compiled a possible Sigma lens roadmap for 2014-2015, which includes exciting optics, such as the 24 f/1.4 DG Art and 85mm f/1.4 DG Art.
Canon 7D price decreased ahead of its successor’s launch
Canon is rumored to announce a new flagship APS-C DSLR camera in the following months. Prior to the launch of the EOS 7D Mark II, the Canon 7D price has been reduced at major retailers in the US. The discount is quite big and it is a sign that the stocks of the current model must be emptied ahead of the new DSLR’s announcement.
Canon 7D Mark II allegedly spotted at the 2014 World Cup
Canon has been rumored to be testing the EOS 7D replacement at the 2014 World Cup. Recently, somebody has noticed a photographer that sits in the same place during football games, while also covering his camera. According to the sources, the covered shooter is the Canon 7D Mark II DSLR, which will be announced in September.
Fujifilm 28mm f/1.4 lens for compact cameras patented in Japan
The whole word is expecting Fujifilm to launch a new high-end compact camera with a 1-inch-type image sensor. However, the X30 is still not here, yet, and it seems like the Japan-based company has other plans. The Fujifilm 28mm f/1.4 lens patent has been discovered in Japan as an optic aimed at 1/3-inch-type compact cameras.
Canon 7D replacement announcement date set for September 5
More Canon 7D Mark II rumors have surfaced on the web. According to inside sources, the Canon 7D replacement announcement date will occur on September 5. The non-disclosure agreement with the testers ends on the aforementioned date, so the company will finally get to introduce its flagship APS-C camera to the world.
Canon 55mm f/1.4 lens and three other primes patented
Canon may be busy with the launch of the EOS 7D Mark II DSLR camera, but the company has enough time to deal with other things, too. Four new optics have been patented by the company, including the Canon 55mm f/1.4 lens, which could become a real competitor for the Zeiss Otus 55mm f/1.4 Distagon T* lens.
7 Ways to Capture Emotion in Your Photography
What separates a simple snapshot from a stunning success is the story the image portrays. I believe the most important element to be captured in a photograph is emotion. The more emotional the shot is, the more it appeals to our senses, and the greater the connection we feel to it. If a picture conveys…
Herman Damar’s heavenly photos of Indonesian lifestyle
Living in the countryside is beautiful. The best word to describe life in Indonesia’s villages is “heavenly”. The reality may be harsher, but the photos captured by self-taught artist Herman Damar will surely convince you that villagers are enjoying an idyllic life. The artist offers a whole bunch of shots and they are simply amazing!
“Entoptic Phenomena” photo series depicts invisible humans
“Entoptic Phenomena” is a visual effect that sometimes causes objects within the eye to become visible. On the other hand, the “Entoptic Phenomena” photo series actually depicts something different. It consists of images of invisible humans walking about the Earth wrapped in cloth. The project has been created by William Hundley.
Sony A5100 mirrorless camera registered at Indonesian agency
Sony has launched the A5000 at the CES 2014. It consists of a mirrorless interchangeable lens camera that has become the second “Alpha” E-mount shooter with an APS-C image sensor. It seems like the company is planning to replace it, as the name of the Sony A5100 camera has appeared on the website of an Indonesian agency.
Panasonic Lumix LX8 launch date delayed until late August
After being rumored to take place on July 16 for a very long time, the Panasonic Lumix LX8 launch date is now believed to have been delayed until August 2014. This high-end compact camera will replace the Lumix LX7, but it will do so towards the end of August, instead of mid-July, like the rumor mill has previously told us.
Sony RX10 price decreased amid Panasonic FZ1000’s launch
The announcement of the Panasonic FZ1000 bridge camera may have triggered a wave of price drops among its competitors. First comes a Sony RX10 price decrease, which has been announced just before the release of the Panasonic FZ1000 and it will be welcomed by photographers who are looking for a camera for their vacation.
Exciting camera news and photo rumors in June 2014
A new month has begun. This is the circle of life on Earth, but we have to look at our past and learn from it. As usual, here is Camyx’ take on what happened last month! In this article you will find the most exciting camera news and photo rumors, which include the Nikon D810, Panasonic FZ1000, Canon 7D Mark II, and many more!
Canon 5D Mark IV DSLR once again rumored to record 4K videos
Canon is rumored to issue a response to the Nikon D810 sometime in early 2015. The Canon 5D Mark IV DSLR camera is in development and will be ready to hit the markets next year. According to inside sources, the shooter will be capable of recording videos at 4K resolution, something which cannot be said about the Nikon D810.
MFT version of the Mitakon 50mm f/0.95 lens is in the works
The Mitakon 50mm f/0.95 lens for Sony full frame E-mount camera has received a lot of positive reviews, thanks to its quality-price ratio. According to the rumor mill, Mitakon is preparing to expand its offer to another camera mount. If this is true, then Micro Four Thirds users will soon be graced by Mitakon 50mm f/0.95 lens’ presence.
Android L to support RAW DNG and full manual camera controls
The recently-announced Android L has received positive early reviews from users and developers alike. Google has unveiled this new update at the Google I/O conference and will release it later this year. Meanwhile, the developer preview documentation is available and it has revealed that the Android devices will support RAW DNG files soon.
Latest Canon 7D Mark II rumors hint at September unveiling
Recently, sources familiar with the matter have reported that Canon will announce a replacement for the EOS 7D camera in August. However, the latest Canon 7D Mark II rumors are hinting that the DSLR camera will actually become official in early September. Moreover, the shooter is coming alongside a telephoto zoom lens.
Sony patents sensor for a light-field photography camera
It appears that Sony is aiming to expand its digital imaging offer with a lot of new products. After patenting a black and white image sensor as well as a curved image sensor, the company has now patented an image sensor that could make its way into a light-field photography camera. Click to read more about this amazing technology!
Samsung NX400 and NX400-EVF cameras to be announced in 2015
Samsung is working on a new mirrorless camera that is poised to be announced at the Photokina 2014 and to become the NX-mount flagship. However, more goodies are coming at the beginning of 2015. According to an inside source, the Samsung NX400 and NX400-EVF mirrorless cameras will be introduced early next year.
4 Ways To Be Taken Seriously As A Young Photographer
If you’re a young photographer, or know of some younger photographers who have trouble getting taken seriously, here are some tips and tricks to getting the respect you deserve. 1. Act Professionally If you want to be taken seriously, you need to be professional. This component is involved in many aspects of the professional…
Sony black and white camera could be released in late 2014
Sony has been working on a new compact camera for a long time, sources are claiming. This is a new RX model based on the RX1 / RX1R. However, it will be different as it will only be capable of taking black and white photos. According to people familiar with the matter, the Sony black and white camera might be released in 2014.
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