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Sony A6100 leaked

Alleged Sony A6100 photo and specs show up online

Sony will announce a new E-mount mirrorless camera with an APS-C-sized image sensor by the end of August 2015. In the meantime, the rumor mill has leaked an alleged Sony A6100 photo which is joined by a list of specifications that point to the fact that this will serve as a replacement to the NEX-7.

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Canon EOS 1D X Mark II to capture 14fps in burst mode

The future Canon EOS-series flagship DSLR has been mentioned once again in the rumor mill. A trusted source has confirmed some details about the EOS 1D X Mark II, stating that the camera will come packed with a faster continuous shooting mode, higher-resolution sensor, as well as an improved LCD screen on the back.

Rokinon XEEN lenses

Samyang officially unveils Rokinon XEEN cine prime lenses

Just like the rumor mill predicted, Samyang has revealed the Rokinon XEEN series of cine prime lenses today, August 10. There are three new optics, all with a maximum aperture of T1.5. The three models are offering 24mm, 50mm, and 85mm focal lenghts. They have been designed to cover full-frame sensors and are coming soon!

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Nikon Q1 2016 FY report reveals improved sales

Nikon has revealed its latest report concerning the sales and earnings of the first quarter of the 2016 financial year. Despite the fact that camera and lens sales decreased, the company reported an increase in sales value and operating income thanks to weaker yen as well a reduction in operating costs.

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Zeiss 24-70mm f/2.8 ZA SSM II

Sony 24-70mm E-mount lens coming soon?

The rumor mill is buzzing around the upcoming Sony E-mount mirrorless camera. However, it seems like the company will not reveal this camera alone and another product will join it. The SEL2470GM has been registered on Novocert’s website and it is said to represent an upcoming Sony 24-70mm E-mount lens.

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Nikon 10-45mm f/4.5-5.6 AW lens patented

After patented the 1 Nikkor 7.2-13.6mm f/3.5-4.5 AW lens roughly one week ago, Nikon has patented yet another CX-mount optic for 1-series mirrorless cameras with 1-inch-type sensors. The company’s latest patent is referring to a Nikon 10-45mm f/4.5-5.6 AW lens, which can be taken underwater and has an inner zoom mechanism.

Canon full frame sensor

Olympus patents dual-layer sensor with integrated polarizing filter

If you ever felt like you need a polarizing filter in your bag, but you do not have enough money to buy a high-quality one, Olympus may have something in tow for you. The Japan-based company has developed a dual-layer sensor that includes a secondary layer designed specifically to capture light polarization information.

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Graava smart cam automatically edits long, boring footage

How many times did you promise that you would edit those long and boring videos of your trips into short and more exciting footage to share with your friends? Well, one too many times and you have never actually kept it. Thankfully, Graava is here to record hours of videos and then to automatically edit them into something better.

sony a7000 e-mount camera

New Sony E-mount camera with APS-C sensor coming in August

Sony will allegedly unveil an exciting product in the coming weeks. According to the rumor mill, a new Sony E-mount camera will become official around mid-August. As expected, it seems like the product that is on its way consists of the A7000, which will offer the best speed and low-light capabilities in its class.

Olympus E-M10 Mark II front photo leaked

Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark II to feature an electronic shutter

The launch of the Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark II Micro Four Thirds camera is imminent. Before its official announcement event, the E-M10 successor is present within the rumor mill. The latest gossip talks about the mirrorless camera are stating that the device will come packed with an electronic shutter.

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Tamron 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 zoom lens

Tamron 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC lens becomes official

Tamron has taken the wraps off of the world’s lightest all-round zoom lens. The brand new Tamron 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC lens is replacing a 10-year-old optic and it does so in fashion. This lens will become available by the end of August 2015 with built-in image stabilization technology for DSLR cameras with APS-C-sized sensors.

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DJI Phantom 3 Standard flying camera drone announced

DJI has introduced a new Phantom 3-series flying camera drone, but this one is aimed at first-time fliers. The new quadcopter with a built-in camera is called DJI Phantom 3 Standard and it is already available for purchase at the company’s official store, the company confirming that this is its most accessible drone ever.

Samyang XEEN cine prime leaked

Three Samyang XEEN cine prime lenses coming on August 10

Samyang will hold a product launch event on August 10 in order to announce three new XEEN-series cine prime lenses. The Samyang XEEN 24mm, 50mm, and 85mm optics will be introduced and they will offer a maximum aperture of T1.5. The primes will be designed for multiple camera mounts, including Canon EF and Nikon F.

Canon EOS 6D

Canon 6D Mark II rumored to be released in 2015 after all

Trusted sources are rather certain that Canon will reveal the 1D X and 5D Mark III successors by the end of this year, while the cameras will be released in 2016. Previously, it was said that the Canon 6D Mark II is set for a 2016 introduction, but now it seems like this DSLR will be coming to the market sometime in late 2015.

Canon EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 zoom

Canon EF 24-120mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM lens is in development

Canon is working on an interesting lens that could be a follow-up to the EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM lens launched at the Photokina 2014 event. The Japan-based company has patented the Canon EF 24-120mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM lens, a standard zoom optic that could become a best seller among photographers who travel a lot.

Canon XC10 design

Sony A7S II rumored to employ a Canon XC10-like design

Sony is allegedly working on a replacement for the A7S full-frame mirrorless camera. The upcoming device will be different from the existing model as it will employ a camcorder-like design. A source is reporting that the so-called Sony A7S II will look more like the Canon XC10 than like its A7-series FE-mount mirrorless camera siblings.

Canon 1D X and 5D Mark III firmware

Canon 1D X Mark II and 5DX to be unveiled at PhotoPlus 2015

Canon is preparing for an important autumn. The company will allegedly be present at the PhotoPlus Expo 2015 where it is planning to display two of its upcoming high-profile DSLRs. According to an insider, both the Canon 1D X Mark II and 5DX will be revealed at the event and will begin shipping sometime in 2016.

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CIPA report: DSLR and mirrorless camera sales up in June 2015

June 2015 could prove to be a turning point for digital imaging companies. The latest statistical data from the Camera & Imaging Products Products Association, commonly known as CIPA, is showing that DSLR and mirrorless camera sales as well as lens shipments increased in June 2015 when compared to June 2014.

Nikon P900

Nikon Coolpix P4000 coming soon with 200x optical zoom lens

If you are following the digital imaging market, then you are probably aware that Nikon is selling a camera with an 83x optical zoom lens called Coolpix P900. Now, it is time to reveal the fact that the company is working on an even more impressive shooter, called Nikon Coolpix P4000, that features a 200x optical zoom lens.

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