Month: February 2015
New patent hints at Canon mirrorless camera with built-in EVF
Canon may be working on a new mirrorless camera, which would come packed with a sought-after feature: electronic viewfinder. One of the company’s patents is describing a Phase-Difference AF technology that would be used in Canon mirrorless camera with built-in EVF and in a Sony-like DSLR with translucent mirror.
Fujifilm XF 35mm f/2 R WR lens photos straight from CP+ 2015
Fujifilm is present at the CP+ 2015 event and the company has taken all of its unreleased products (which are present on the official X-mount roadmap) with it. Among them, we can find the Fujifilm XF 35mm f/2 R WR lens along with the XF 120mm f/2.8 R Macro, which will be weathersealed and will feature built-in OIS.
Mads Nissen wins World Press Photo of the Year 2014
The winners of the World Press Photo of the Year 2014 have been announced. The grand prize winner of the 58th edition of the World Press Photo contest is photographer Mads Nissen who has submitted a photo of a gay couple sharing an intimate moment in Russia, a country where LGBT people are legally and socially harassed.
Tokina Cinema AT-X 50-135mm T3.0 lens announced
Tokina has officially unveiled its second lens of the day. However, this model covers Super 35mm image sensors and it is aimed at videographers using PL and EF cameras. The Tokina Cinema AT-X 50-135mm T3.0 lens is a versatile model providing a lot of functionality and value to filmmakers and it will be released this April.
Tokina AT-X SD 24-70mm f/2.8 (IF) FX lens becomes official
Tokina has announced the fourth member of its AT-X PRO FX series of lenses. The brand new Tokina AT-X SD 24-70mm f/2.8 (IF) FX lens and its specifications have been revealed at the CP+ Camera & Photo Imaging Show 2015 with the promise that the lens is coming soon for Canon and Nikon DSLRs with full frame image sensors.
DJI and others officially join the Micro Four Thirds system
The Micro Four Thirds system, introduced back in 2008 by Olympus and Panasonic, continues to grow. The family is now welcoming three members to the party right before the CP+ Camera & Photo Imaging Show 2015. JCD, FLOVEL, and DJI (the popular drone maker) will all start making Micro Four Thirds products soon.
Updated Fujifilm X-mount lens 2015-2016 roadmap revealed
The rumor mill has recently said that an updated Fujifilm X-mount lens 2015-2016 roadmap will be revealed just before the CP+ Camera & Photo Imaging Show 2015. These gossip talks have become true, as Fuji has announced a new lens roadmap, which includes the 120mm f/2.8 macro and 35mm f/2 R lenses among others.
New Canon macro lens to be released sometime in 2016
Canon is working on a myriad of new products, including lenses, compacts, DSLRs, and camcorders, that are expected to become official by the end of 2015. However, some sources have begun leaking information about a new Canon macro lens with unique features that will be announced sometime in 2016 instead of 2015.
Tokina AT-X 24-70mm f/2.8 PRO FX lens coming soon?
Although this product has not been announced officially, yet, B&H PhotoVideo has begun listing it on its website. The Tokina AT-X 24-70mm f/2.8 PRO FX lens has been previewed at several events for Canon and Nikon DSLRs and it seems like it is finally getting an official launch at CP+ 2015 after showing up on this retailer’s website.
Panasonic 30mm f/2.8 Macro lens coming at CP+ 2015
Panasonic is rumored to join the CP+ Camera & Photo Imaging Show 2015, a major digital imaging event which opens its doors on February 12, in order to announce two new products. Beside the usual keynotes, the company is expected to introduce the Panasonic 30mm f/2.8 Macro lens and another unknown optic.
Ricoh WG-5 GPS rugged camera launched with Mermaid mode
Ricoh has introduced some Pentax-branded products before CP+ 2015. It appears that the company has decided to focus on its brand as well, by announcing the Ricoh WG-5 GPS, a premium, rugged compact camera that replaces both the WG-4 and WG-4 GPS. The new shooter features an interesting photo mode, called Mermaid.
Nikon D810A unveiled as a DSLR for astrophotographers
The rumored Nikon D810A is now official as a modified D810 that is aimed at stargazers. This is the world’s first full frame DSLR camera for consumers which has been built for astrophotography. The DSLR comes with a new infrared cut filter, longer exposure modes, and other features designed for low-light photography.
Nikon Coolpix AW130 and S33 rugged cameras announced
Nikon has announced two new rugged compact cameras that belong to the Coolpix series. The Nikon Coolpix AW130 and S33 are official with weatherproof capabilities, as both of them are waterproof, shockproof, and freezeproof. They are small enough to fit into a pocket and they will be released this March.
Nikon Coolpix P610 and L840 revealed with superzoom lenses
Nikon continues with official announcement with the introduction of the Coolpix P610 and Coolpix L840 bridge cameras. Both models employ superzoom lenses with Vibration Reduction technology as well as WiFi and NFC. The Nikon Coolpix P610 and L840 are coming to the market this March at affordable prices.
Nikon Coolpix S9900 and S7000 compact cameras officialized
Nikon has officially concluded its pre-CP+ 2015 announcement event with the introduction of two compact cameras with high-zoom lenses. The brand new Nikon Coolpix S9900 and S7000 have been unveiled with 16-megapixel sensors and vibration reduction technology, built-in WiFi, NFC, and time-lapse support among others.
Sigma dp0 Quattro announced with fixed 14mm f/4 lens
After taking a hiatus from making any official announcements, Sigma is back with a new Quattro-series compact camera. The Sigma dp0 Quattro is based on the same design and specs list as its dp1, dp2, and dp3 Quattro siblings, except for the fact that it incorporates a fixed 14mm f/4 wide-angle lens.
Sigma 24mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art lens finally becomes official
After introducing the dp0 Quattro compact camera, Sigma has revealed its second new product at the CP+ Camera & Photo Imaging Show 2015. The brand new Sigma 24mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art lens has been designed for Canon, Nikon, and Sigma DSLR cameras with full frame sensors in order to deliver superior image quality.
Pentax K-S2 becomes world’s smallest weathersealed DSLR
Ricoh returns with another event full of Pentax-branded product announcements. The new Pentax K-S2 has just become the world’s smallest weathersealed DSLR camera. The K-S2 is based on the original K-S1, but the new model comes without its predecessor’s uncanny LED illumination system and with a traditional design.
HD Pentax DA 18-50mm f/4-5.6 DC WR RE lens unveiled
Ricoh is preparing for the CP+ Camera & Photo Imaging Show 2015 with another record-breaking product. After announcing the world’s smallest weathersealed DSLR, the Pentax K-S2, the company has introduced the HD Pentax DA 18-50mm f/4-5.6 DC WR RE lens, which is the world’s shortest standard zoom lens.
Official Nikon D810A announcement event is imminent
The Nikon D810A announcement event is now rumored to be imminent. The astrophotography version of the D810 DSLR has joined the rumor mill in recent times and it appears that the Japanese company is speeding things up, in order for the camera to be ready for the CP+ Camera & Photo Imaging Show 2015.
Fujifilm XF 120mm f/2.8 macro lens is in development
Fujifilm is rumored to update its X-mount roadmap in the near future as part of the CP+ Camera & Photo Imaging Show 2015. The Fujifilm XF 120mm f/2.8 macro lens will be allegedly added to the company’s roadmap along with three other products. The 120mm f/2.8 would become second X-mount macro lens after the 60mm f/2.4 version.
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