Month: September 2014
Canon EF-S 24mm f/2.8 STM lens unveiled in a slim, compact body
Canon has concluded its lens announcements with the introduction of its slimmest and lightest lens for EOS DSLR cameras with APS-C image sensors. The brand new Canon EF-S 24mm f/2.8 STM lens is an affordable model in a lightweight body, whose stepping motor makes it perfect for videographers, the company has confirmed.
Canon EF 400mm f/4 DO IS USM II lens becomes official
Canon has introduced a new lens that is powered by the second-generation diffractive optical elements. The Canon EF 400mm f/4 DO IS USM II lens has been officialized at Photokina 2014 as an optic that delivers superior image quality in a compact and lightweight package, when compared to the EF 400mm f/2.8 IS II USM.
Canon EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM lens officially launched
Canon’s “year of the lenses” continues with the introduction of the company’s first standard zoom lens with a stepping motor. The brand new Canon EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM lens has been rumored several times and it has become official at Photokina 2014 as an affordable alternative to the EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM.
How to Avoid Sharpening Disasters When Editing Your Images
It’s easy as a newer photographer to pile on extra color, haze, and especially extra sharpening. When it comes to editing, it’s hard to know when to stop. Often areas like hair look crispy and unnatural when sharpened too much, and even eyes and gemstones can suffer if you are heavy handed. Our best advice on how…
Olympus 40-150mm f/2.8 PRO lens officially announced
Olympus has unveiled the company’s second PRO-series lens for mirrorless cameras with Micro Four Thirds sensors. The brand new Olympus 40-150mm f/2.8 PRO lens will offer a 35mm equivalent of 80-300mm, which can be extended to 112-420mm, courtesy of the also new MC-14 1.4x teleconverter.
Silver Olympus E-M1 unveiled along with firmware update 2.0
Olympus is keeping itself busy at the Photokina 2014 event, as the company has just announced a Silver version of the flagship OM-D E-M1 camera. The Silver Olympus E-M1 has been unveiled along with firmware version 2.0, an update which will bring many features to both the Silver and Black models in late September.
Samsung NX1 mirrorless camera launched at Photokina 2014
The flagship camera of the Samsung NX-mount is now official. Photokina 2014 has arrived so the weathersealed Samsung NX1 has been announced with a slew of amazing features, such as a 28.2-megapixel APS-C sensor, 4K video recording, and a new autofocus system with 205 Phase Detection AF points.
Canon 7D Mark II finally revealed at Photokina 2014
Now we can finally put an end to all rumors and speculations! The Canon 7D Mark II has become official more than five years after its predecessor. The new DSLR camera comes packed with lots of new features, such as an improved image processor, AF technology, metering system, and second-generation Dual Pixel CMOS AF.
Panasonic LX100 Micro Four Thirds compact camera launched
The rumor mill has been right once again as Panasonic has introduced a compact camera with a Micro Four Thirds sensor. The Panasonic LX100 is now official with an impressive specifications list that includes 4K video recording and WiFi. The shooter will be released this fall and will also offer WiFi and NFC among others.
Panasonic GM5 brings a viewfinder to the Lumix GM-series
The second GM-series camera has just become official. The Panasonic GM5 has been introduced at Photokina 2014 with a 16-megapixel Micro Four Thirds sensor and built-in WiFi. This model has also become the world’s smallest mirrorless interchangeable lens camera with an integrated electronic viewfinder.
Canon PowerShot SX60 HS unveiled with 65x optical zoom lens
Canon has finally revealed the replacement for the PowerShot SX50 HS. It is called Canon PowerShot SX60 HS and it is a bridge camera designed for travel photographers. The shooter comes with numerous exciting features, such as a 65x optical zoom lens with built-in optical image stabilization technology.
Canon PowerShot G7 X announced as Sony RX100 III’s competitor
Canon continues its series of announcements with the introduction of the PowerShot G7 X, a compact camera that has set its sights on the Sony RX100 III. The brand new Canon PowerShot G7 X features a 20.2-megapixel 1-inch-type sensor that will deliver beautiful photos and videos. It is coming to the market this fall.
Sigma 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 DC Macro OS HSM lens announced
Lots of new products have been announced throughout the day. With Photokina 2014 being so close, it is natural for this to happen. The party has been joined by one of the best third-party lens markers. Without further ado, the Sigma 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 DC Macro OS HSM lens has been unveiled as a Contemporary optic.
Tamron 15-30mm f/2.8 Di VC USD lens becomes official
Tamron has announced the development of a new lens. This product will be present at the Photokina 2014 event, but its release date and price are unknown for now. Either way, the Tamron 15-30mm f/2.8 Di VC USD lens is official and it is said to be the first in its category to offer built-in image stabilization technology.
Sony FE PZ 28-135mm f/4 G OSS lens for FE-mount cameras
Sony has unveiled the first full frame E-mount lens with Power Zoom support. The brand new Sony FE PZ 28-135mm f/4 G OSS lens will become a must have optic for videographers, as it will provide extensive features for professional filmmakers. Furthermore, this is a weathersealed lens, one which offers superior image quality.
Nikon SB-500 Speedlight flash revealed with built-in LED light
Nikon has been rumored to launch a new Speedlight as part of the Photokina 2014 event. Once again, the rumors have turned out to be true and the Nikon SB-500 Speedlight is official with a sleek feature. The flash includes an LED light, which will be illuminating your videos. The SB-500 Speedlight will be released this September.
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 20mm f/1.8G ED lens officially unveiled
Nikon continues its eventful day with the introduction of the AF-S Nikkor 20mm f/1.8G ED lens. This has become the company’s first wide-angle lens with a maximum aperture of f/1.8. Nikon’s new optic promises to deliver excellent image quality, as the internal design minimizes chromatic aberration, ghosting, and flare.
Nikon D750 announced with built-in WiFi and 24.3MP FX sensor
As the Photokina 2014 event is getting closer, the big names are starting to show up. The next in line is the Nikon D750, a full frame DSLR which has been heavily rumored during the past few weeks. The camera employs a 24.3-megapixel sensor with an anti-aliasing filter and built-in WiFi, as well as an advanced autofocus technology.
How to Cook Up This Sweet Photo Recipe in Photoshop
Before and After Step-by-Step Edit: How to Cook Up This Sweet Photo Recipe in Photoshop 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…
Nikon Coolpix S6900 is a new compact camera for selfie lovers
Are you a selfie fan? Then this is the perfect compact camera for you! It is called Nikon Coolpix S6900 and it includes an articulated touchscreen as well as a built-in camera stand. Your selfies will never look as good as this, as you can take advantage of a 16-megapixel sensor and a 12x optical zoom lens with image stabilization support.
Panasonic 35-100mm f/3.5-5.6 lens coming to Photokina 2014
Panasonic will reveal at least two new Micro Four Thirds lenses at Photokina 2014, as well as at least three new cameras. Ahead of this event, inside sources have leaked more details about the products. It appears that the company’s agenda includes a Panasonic 35-100mm f/3.5-5.6 lens and a superzoom compact camera replacement.
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