Month: January 2015
Tamron 70-200mm f/4 Di III VC lens patent revealed
After patenting a couple of optics for mirrorless cameras, Tamron has patented two more units for such interchangeable lens shooters. The Tamron 70-200mm f/4 Di III VC lens is aimed at APS-C-sized cameras, while the Tamron 9-135mm f/3.5-5.6 Di III lens has been designed for cameras with 1-inch-type image sensors.
Canon CN-E 35-260mm f/2.8 LS soft focus lens patented
Tamron may be stealing the show with all of its patents describing lenses for mirrorless cameras, but other digital imaging companies are patenting products as well. The latest discovery comes from Japan, as usual, and it is describing Canon CN-E 35-260mm f/2.8 LS soft focus lens, which was designed for Super 35mm cameras.
Sony big-megapixel FE-mount camera coming at CP+ 2015?
The official program of the CP+ Camera & Photo Imaging Show 2015 has been revealed, confirming that Sony will be present at the event. It appears that the company will also hold a keynote and the rumor mill is saying that a Sony big-megapixel FE-mount camera could be announced during the event, taking place on February 13.
Panasonic GF7 Micro Four Thirds camera becomes official
During the past couple of weeks, the gossip talks regarding the Panasonic GF7 have intensified and rightfully so, as the mirrorless camera has been announced today. This new Micro Four Thirds model comes in a more compact, lightweight, and beautiful body than its predecessor, and will become the users’ go-to selfie camera.
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Panasonic GF7 specs and photo revealed ahead of launch
Panasonic is preparing to launch a new Micro Four Thirds camera. Before the official product announcement event, the camera has had some of its specifications leaked. By the looks of it, the Panasonic GF7 specs list will not be a significant improvement over the one of its predecessor, while its design is inspired by the GM-series.
More Olympus OM-D E-M5II images leaked
Olympus is on the verge of announcing a replacement for the mid-range E-M5 camera. As a result, the leaks concerning this new shooter are not stopping. The latest of the series consists of more Olympus OM-D E-M5II images, which are revealing the camera’s list of accessories as well as the 14-150mm lens kit.
Sony A7RII rumored to be announced within weeks
A new big-megapixel mirrorless camera is on its way! An insider is claiming that Sony will introduce a high-end FE-mount shooter within weeks. The product in question is said to be the Sony A7RII, which will replace the A7R and which will become the flagship FE-mount mirrorless interchangeable lens camera.
Samsung NX3300 camera to be announced before CP+ 2015
Samsung has big plans in 2015 for its NX-mount mirrorless camera line-up. Recently, it has been revealed that the NX500 will be launched and now it is time for a new camera to be a part of the rumor mill. It is said that the Samsung NX3300 will be announced around CP+ 2015 as a replacement for the NX3000.
Samsung NX500 photos, specs, and price leaked online
Samsung is working on a new mirrorless camera that will be announced in the near future. Before its product launch event, the Samsung NX500 has had its photos, specs, and price details leaked on the web. Moreover, the device has even been listed for pre-order, signalling the fact that it is coming very soon.
Sony A7S to gain support for SD card 4K video recording?
The highly-commended Sony A7S is rumored to get internal 4K video recording in the future. It is said that the mirrorless camera would receive a firmware update that would bring H.265 codec support. The lower bitrate would eliminate the need of an external recorder, so the A7S would capture 4K videos directly on its SD card.
Zeiss FE 25mm f/2 and FE 85mm f/1.8 lenses coming in 2015?
Sony has promised that the FE-mount lens line-up will reach more than 20 lenses by the end of 2015. Although this achievement is a long-shot, it appears that the company is actively developing new optics. An insider is claiming that two optics that are coming in 2015 are the Zeiss FE 25mm f/2 and FE 85mm f/1.8 lenses.
Canon Rebel T6i / 750D and EF 11-24mm f/4L USM lens coming soon
After introducing a few PowerShots at the Consumer Electronics Show 2015, Canon is preparing a more “serious” product launch event in order to introduce a new Rebel DSLR and a wide-angle zoom lens. Sources are reporting that the Canon Rebel T6i / EOS 750D / Kiss X8i and the EF 11-24mm f/4L USM lens are both coming soon.
Panasonic GF7 launch event set to take place next week
After registering the GF6 replacement on the website of a South Korean regulatory agency, Panasonic is rumored to announce the mirrorless camera soon. An insider is reporting that the Panasonic GF7 launch event is scheduled to take place sometime next week and that the camera will be sold with a 12-32mm lens kit.
Tamron 18-105mm f/4-5.6 Di III VC lens patented for mirrorless cameras
Tamron has patented yet another all-round zoom lens for mirrorless cameras with APS-C-sized sensors. The brand new Tamron 18-105mm f/4-5.6 Di III VC lens patent has been discovered in Japan, just like the one for the 14-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III VC lens. However, it is likely that only one version will actually make it to the market.
First Olympus E-M5II photos leaked on the web
The long-rumored and sought-after replacement of the OM-D E-M5 has just been leaked online. The very first Olympus E-M5II photos have showed up on the web along with an image of a new version of the 14-150mm f/4-5.6 lens, which means that the Micro Four Thirds line-up is about to get bigger in the near future.
Fujifilm XP80 revealed as a rugged compact camera
Fujifilm has put an end to its product launch event with the introduction of a rugged compact camera. The new Fujifilm XP80 is waterproof, shockproof, dustproof, and freezeproof. The shooter is destined to become your favorite action photography tool this March at an affordable price tag and with an attractive specs list.
Fujifilm S9900W and S9800 bridge cameras launched with 50x zoom lens
Fujifilm continues today’s announcements with the introduction of two bridge cameras featuring a 50x optical zoom lens. The brand new Fujifilm S9900W and S9800 long-zoom cameras also come packed with built-in 5-axis image stabilization technology and a myriad of interesting specs compressed in budget-friendly bodies.
Fujifilm XQ2 premium compact camera officially unveiled
Fujifilm has finally introduced the long-rumored follow-up to the XQ1. The brand new Fujifilm XQ2 is now official, albeit it does not seem like there are any major differences between it and its predecessor. The specs list appears to be identical barring one change: the addition of the Classic Chrome film simulation mode.
Fujifilm X-A2 camera announced along with two new lenses
Fujifilm has started its day in big fashion with the introduction of an entry-level mirrorless camera and two lenses. The brand new Fujifilm X-A2 is here to replace the X-A1 with few changes, while the XC 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS II and XC 50-230mm f/4.5-6.7 OIS II lenses have not changed much when compared to their predecessors, either.
Stylish Nikon Coolpix S3700 and S2900 cameras announced
Nikon has introduced two mode Coolpix compact cameras right after the L31 and L32. The stylish and slim Nikon Coolpix S3700 and S2900 are now official with 20.1-megapixel sensors and a slew of creative effects. The S3700 is the more featured one, as it comes packed with some interesting specs that you can discover right now!
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