Month: April 2015
Sigma Four Thirds lenses are no longer in development
If you own a Four Thirds camera, then you should know that you will never get the chance to buy new Sigma Four Thirds lenses. It seems like the Japanese company has stopped working on such products. However, there is a chance that the manufacturer will also stop developing Micro Four Thirds lenses in the near future.
Fujifilm X-Pro1 successor could feature bigger 27MP sensor
Fujifilm might choose to release two versions of the X-Pro2 on the market. The company is now rumored to be working on a Fujifilm X-Pro1 successor with an APS-X image sensor, that is bigger than APS-C sensors. Additionally, the new sensor will have 27 megapixels, more than the 24 megapixels of the already-rumored APS-C sensor.
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV to feature faster sensor readout speed
Canon has just introduced the EOS C300 Mark II camcorder, which is capable of recording videos at 4K resolution. Moreover, the shooter comes with sensor readout improvements. According to insider sources, the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV will use the same technology, allowing the DSLR to read the data from the sensor a lot faster.
Creating a Crisp Black and White Conversion with Vignette
Learn how to convert your color image to a crisp Black and White — it’s easier than you think – here’s how.
DJI Phantom 3 drone announced with built-in 4K camera
DJI is back with a new generation of quadcopters with built-in cameras. The DJI Phantom 3 Professional and Advanced are here with a new Sony-made image sensor, improved battery and enhanced flight controls among others. However, the Professional deserves more attention as it can record videos at 4K resolution.
Fujifilm XF 90mm f/2 R telephoto lens to be released in July
Fujifilm is on the verge of announcing a new lens, which has already been confirmed and added to the official X-mount roadmap. According to a trusted source, the Fujifilm XF 90mm f/2 R telephoto lens will become available on the market in July 2015, so it will get an official announcement soon.
Canon XC10 4K camera announced with new XF-AVC format
After months of rumor and speculation, Canon has finally introduced the 4K fixed-lens camera that is said to compete against the Panasonic GH4 and Panasonic FZ1000 among others. It is called Canon XC10 and it consists of a camcorder that shoots 4K videos in a new proprietary video format named XF-AVC.
Canon C300 Mark II unveiled with 15-stop dynamic range
Canon carries on with its NAB Show 2015 announcements by introducing the successor to the EOS C300 Cinema camera. The brand new Canon C300 Mark II camcorder is here with 4K video recording support and with amazing image quality delivered by a new image sensor that provides up to 15 stops of dynamic range.
New Fuji X-Pro2 info leaked before fall announcement
Fujifilm will allegedly introduce a new flagship X-mount camera this fall. Before its purported launch, the rumor mill is leaking more Fuji X-Pro2 info. It seems like the mirrorless camera will feature a mechanical shutter that is capable of achieving speeds of up to 1/8000th of a second, which is in line with the speeds of top DSLRs.
Lensbaby introduces Velvet 56mm f/1.6 Macro lens
Lensbaby has announced the lens which has been teased recently. There are a few differences between what the rumor mill said the lens is going to be. The product has macro capabilities and it is a 56mm model instead of a regular 55mm version. Either way, the Velvet 56mm f/1.6 Macro lens is official now and it is coming soon!
5 Ways You Can Use Periscope To Help Your Photography Studio
Learn how to use the new video streaming app Periscope to help your photography studio.
Lensbaby 55mm f/1.6 lens to be announced on April 7
Lensbaby is actively teasing the launch of a new lens on its official Facebook account. The company has also confirmed that the product will be officially unveiled on April 7. On the other hand, the rumor mill is claiming that the product in question is a Lensbaby 55mm f/1.6 lens for Canon and Nikon DSLR cameras.
Sony A9 is an A-mount camera and is coming on April 23, source says
The rumors about the Sony 50-megapixel camera cannot stop. This time, there is another twist in the plot. It seems like this model is not an FE-mount camera, but instead it is an A-mount camera. Moreover, it seems like it will be called Sony A9, which was supposed to be a FE-mount version. Either way, it is coming on April 23.
Samsung NX3300 specs and price details revealed
From what we can see, Samsung does not enjoy announcing its mirrorless cameras. The South Korean manufacturer simply puts them on the market, hoping that people will somehow know this and buy its cameras. The latest product to go down this route is the unannounced Samsung NX3300, which is available for purchase now.
Ray Collins makes ocean waves look like mountains
There is a photographer who feels more comfortable in the ocean than anywhere on land. His names is Ray Collins and he is an artist who makes ocean waves look like mountains by combining to key things in photography: light and composition. The artist is based in Australia and his work has been featured even by the National Geographic.
How to Create Unique Easter Egg Composite Portraits
This blog post will teach you how to Photoshop your kids into eggs this Easter.
Urbanistan portrays people living in chaos in a tranquil way
You can find tranquility in chaos. In order to prove this thing, here is “Urbanistan”, a travel photography series which portrays people living in poor communities. Although they are surrounded by chaos, the artist has managed to capture the subjects in a calm manner, handing out a sense of peacefulness to the viewers.
MCP Photo A Day Challenge: April 2015 Themes
While the MCP Photo a Day Challenge is “daily”, we know everyone has busy lives. So we want you to join in when you can, whether that’s daily, weekly or monthly – and with your SLR or even camera phone. The more you practice your photography, the better you get — and sometimes when you do use…
More Canon 50mm f/1.2L II lens details leaked on the web
Another Canon lens is being intensively mentioned within the rumor mill: Canon 50mm f/1.2L II lens. It seems like this prime lens will be released on the market sometime in 2016 instead of 2015. When it does come, it will be launched with a new optical design in order to get rid of the focus shift issue affecting the current generation.
First Olympus TG-4 photos leaked before launch event
A couple of Olympus TG-4 photos have been leaked on the web, which is a sign that the device is actually coming soon. The TG-4 was previously registered alongside the SH-2 and TG-860 cameras, which were announced earlier this year, so all that is left is for Olympus to complete the trifecta in the near future.
Sony A6000 replacement delayed due to overheating issues
With each passing moment, it appears that the Sony A6000 has replaced both the NEX-6 and NEX-7 E-mount mirrorless cameras. Putting the past behind and focusing on the future, it appears that the Sony A6000 replacement will not come out anytime soon, as its launch has recently been delayed due to alleged overheating issues.