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MIT’s Modulo Camera will never capture overexposed photos

The dream of a lot of photographers may be closer to reality than they expect. A team of researchers has developed a new camera that takes HDR photography to the next level. The Modulo Camera is the latest advancement and it is a camera that will never capture an overexposed photo thanks to an amazing algorithm.

Canon 5Ds camera rumor

Canon 5D Mark III replacement is not coming out soon

Canon has been rumored to be working on an EOS 5D Mark IV camera for a long time. Some sources have said that the Canon 5D Mark III replacement will be unveiled this fall. However, a more reliable insider is now claiming that this is not the case and that the DSLR is still more than six months away from being launched.

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DxO Optics Pro 10.4.3 update brings Windows 10 support

Windows 10 has been around since the end of July 2015 and DxO has decided to do something about it. The company has released new versions of its image-editing tools in order to support Microsoft’s newest operating system. The DxO Optics Pro 10.4.3 update now supports Windows 10 as well as six new camera profiles.

OM-D E-M5 Mark II

Olympus launching E-M1 Mark II at Photokina 2016

The next edition of the Photokina event will take place in September 2016, but the rumors about products waiting to be unveiled during this show have already appeared on the web. According to a source, three prime lenses with a maximum aperture of f/1 and the E-M1 Mark II camera will be announced by Olympus next year.

Focal Camera

Focal Camera is an open-source modular camera project

Have you ever wanted to build your own camera? Well, now is you chance as the Focal Camera project has been announced by Dutch artist Mathijs van Oosterhoudt . Focal Camera is an open-source modular camera project that allows photographers to build their own camera with few tools and components.

Fuji X100T

Fujifilm X200 to feature same APS-C sensor as the X-Pro2

Fujifilm will announce a new flagship X-mount mirrorless camera in the coming months which will feature an APS-C sensor. The company is also working on a new flagship compact camera, said to have a full-frame sensor. A source is debunking this myth by stating that the Fujifilm X200 will employ the same APS-C sensor as the X-Pro2.

How to photograph underwater

Underwater Photography for Beginners

Simple tips and tricks on how to achieve beautiful underwater photography. How to pose your model, choose gear and edit for maximum impact and creativity.

Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark II black leaked

New Olympus E-M10 Mark II images and photos leaked

Olympus will officially unveil a new OM-D-series Micro Four Thirds camera by the end of August 2015. In the meantime, the rumor mill has leaked new Olympus E-M10 Mark II images. The shots are joined by new details to confirm that the E-M10 Mark II will be more of a cosmetic improvement rather than a spec upgrade over the E-M10.

Canon CN-E 15.5-57mm T2.8 wide-angle zoom lens

Three new Canon cine lenses rumored to be in development

Following the introduction of three XEEN cine primes and the confirmation of a further XEEN cine prime trio by Samyang, cinematographers have lots of reasons to be happy. In order to add a cherry on top of an exciting week, three new Canon cine lenses are in development and could become official sometime in the future.

The Homeless Paradise

The Homeless Paradise: the touching story of Diana Kim and her dad

A Hawaii-based photographer named Diana Kim has managed to reconnect with her father with the help of a long-term photo project called The Homeless Paradise. The artist was documenting the lives of the homeless when she found out that her father was one of them. Here is the story of Diana Kim and her alienated father.

Canon EOS 5DS and 5DS R

Canon 5DC mentioned again alongside the 5DX

Remember when a source said that there would be four Canon 5D-series cameras available on the market by the end of the year? Do you also remember when a source labeled the rumor as “fictional”? Well, it seems like it was not fiction, as the Canon 5DC is real after all and will be unveiled alongside the 5DX later this year.

Theta

Ricoh to announce new Theta camera in early September

Are you a fan of panorama photography? Well, Ricoh is allegedly preparing a surprise for you. The company is developing a new Theta camera which is set to become the third generation in its series. The new device will be revealed during the first days of September along with an improved design as well as better specifications.

Olympus E-M10 Mark II front photo leaked

Olympus E-M10 Mark II announcement taking place this August

After missing out on the early August 2015 deadline, it seems like this mirrorless camera is coming out in the near future. A trusted source is reporting that the Olympus E-M10 Mark II announcement event is scheduled to take place sometime in the last week of August and that the camera will feature an electronic shutter.

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How to Enhance Blue Skies the Easy Way in Two Seconds in Lightroom

Make your Blue Skies pop with color using these quick clicks in Lightroom.

Samyang XEEN cine lens series

Samyang to launch three more XEEN cine primes in early 2016

On August 10, 2015, Samyang introduced three Rokinon-branded XEEN-series prime lenses designed for professional photographers. The company has just confirmed that it will reveal three more XEEN cine primes in early 2016. On the other hand, the rumor mill has leaked the possible focal lengths of the upcoming trio.

Olympus OM 35mm f/2.8

Sony FE-mount users getting Olympus 35mm f/2.8 lens soon?

Olympus is rumored to launch a surprising lens on the market. The product will not be released for the company’s own Micro Four Thirds cameras, instead becoming available for Sony FE-mount shooters. According to a source, the product consists of a Olympus 35mm f/2.8 lens and will be here sometime in the future.

Sony F65 CineAlta

Sony 8K CineAlta camcorder to be announced in early 2016

Sony is working on a flagship recorder to replace the F65. According to an insider, the Japan-based company will announce a Sony 8K CineAlta camcorder sometime in early 2016. Before its launch event, the source has managed to leak some of its specifications, including the ability to record videos at 8K resolution.

Canon EF 800mm f/5.6L IS USM telephoto prime

Canon EF 800mm f/5.6L DO IS lens could be in the works

Canon is working on a new super-telephoto prime lens for action and wildlife photographers, a trusted source has revealed. It seems like the Canon EF 800mm f/5.6L DO IS lens is in development, albeit its release date is not close, nor known at this time. Either way, the optic is on its way and will employ a diffractive optical element.

Nikon Coolpix P900 firmware version 1.2

Nikon Coolpix P900 firmware update 1.2 released for download

It is firmware day for photographers using Nikon gear. The Japan-based company has released new updates for a couple of its fixed-lens cameras. The Nikon Coolpix P900 firmware update 1.2 is here to fix a couple of issues for the users, while the Coolpix S6700 has also received a new firmware to fix one problem.

Sigma dp0 Quattro 14mm f/4 lens

Sigma 14mm f/4 lens to be unveiled soon for Micro Four Thirds

Micro Four Thirds users, rejoice! Sigma is working on a new lens for photographers using mirrorless cameras with this mount. The product in question consists of the Sigma 14mm f/4 lens, which is a wide-angle prime that will offer a 35mm equivalent of 28mm and it is said to become official by the end of 2015.

Sony A6100 leaked

New Sony A6100 specs leaked on the web

A source has recently leaked an alleged image of the Sony A6100 along with some details about the device. In anticipation of the E-mount mirrorless camera’s launch event, the same source has provided a few extra Sony A6100 specs. It seems like the camera will have plenty of video features for enthusiast cinematographers.

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