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Canon EF-M 50-300mm f/4.5-5.6 DO STM lens patent leaked
It is time to present another patent to our readers. Once again, it is Canon’s work and it consists of another impressive product. The Canon EF-M 50-300mm f/4.5-5.6 DO STM lens has been patented for the company’s mirrorless cameras and, as it name shows, it has an integrated diffractive optical element.
Panasonic to release Leica 12mm lens by the end of 2016
It will be an interesting year for Micro Four Thirds adopters. Both Panasonic and Olympus are planning to introduce new gear, including cameras and lenses. The former is now rumored to launch a new Leica-branded 12mm wide-angle lens in the second half of 2016, so a Photokina 2016 unveiling could be on the cards.
New Canon 5D Mark IV battery grip to be called BG-E20
Although there is plenty of time left until the start of Photokina 2016, we are already excited for the world’s biggest digital imaging trade fair. Meanwhile, reliable sources leaking important information about sought-after products, including the Canon 5D Mark IV. It seems like the upcoming DSLR will feature a brand new battery grip.
How to Achieve a High Key Look in Photoshop
Enhance your images using these steps and actions — here’s our Blueprint on getting this high-key look.
Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 II VR lens coming this year
After introducing two versions of the same lens, Nikon will repeat the announcement sometime in the future. Sources are stating that an existing optic will be replaced by two versions: one with, one without Vibration Reduction, just like the recent AF-P Nikkor 18-55mm f/3-5.5.6 zoom. The highlighted product is the Nikon 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 lens.
Ricoh patents Pentax 200mm f/2.8 ED IF DC lens
As the Pentax full-frame DSLR camera is on its way, Ricoh is preparing the launch of a telephoto prime lens for APS-C-sized DSLRs. The company has patented a Ricoh-branded 200mm f/2.8 ED IF DC lens for such cameras, an optic that would provide a very high image quality when it becomes available.
5 Tips for Shooting Macro Water Droplets
Looking to mix things up with your photography? Try this fun macro photo activity that won’t break the bank!
Trioplan 50mm f/2.9 lens now available on Kickstarter
Nostalgia is a feeling that photographers experience oftentimes. If you are feeling it right now, then here is something that might bring back the good days: the Trioplan 50mm f/2.9 soap bubble bokeh lens. It is being brought back to life by Meyer-Optik Gorlitz, which has launched a Kickstarter campaign for this project alone.
How to Edit Flowers in Photoshop
Add haze and softness to your floral images – here’s quick steps to edit flowers.
Zeiss Batis 18mm f/2.8 lens officially announced
The recently-rumored Zeiss Batis 18mm f/2.8 lens has been announced by the Germany-based company. As its name says, the product consists of a wide-angle prime optic. It supports autofocus and comes with the same OLED screen that is now a trademark of the Batis line-up. The lens will be released by the end of May 2016.
More Fujifilm X-T2 details revealed before unveiling
Fujifilm will announce a new weathersealed mirrorless interchangeable lens camera in 2016. Some folks are stating that the company might even introduce the device by the end of this year’s first half. Until then, they have leaked some details about the so-called Fuji X-T2, which will replace the X-T1.
Sigma 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG OS HSM lens is in development
Sigma has patented yet another lens. This time, the Japan-based company has patented a telephoto zoom lens. It consists of a 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG OS HSM optic, which will be added to the Sports or Contemporary series. In addition, the telephoto zoom lens will probably replace the existing 70-300mm f/4-5.6 DG APO Macro optic.
Hasselblad H6D-100c medium format camera announced
It was rumored to be announced on April 15, but it was revealed soon. We are talking, of course, about the Hasselblad H6D-100c, a new medium format camera that features an impressive 100-megapixel image sensor. The shooter is joined by a 50-megapixel version, called H6D-100c, and both are coming this summer.
Sony A9 mirrorless camera to offer unlimited RAW shooting
Here is a name that you have not heard in the rumor mill for about a year: Sony A9. This camera has returned to the grapevine as a full-frame mirrorless camera that will become the FE-mount flagship model. A highly-reliable source has just revealed some details about it and you can find them out in this article!
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV release date and price details
The gossip mill is once again focusing on the next-generation EOS 5D-series DSLR. All kind of sources are talking about the launch date and price details of the Canon 5D Mark IV. It seems like the camera will begin shipping within a month after the Photokina 2016 event for the same price as its predecessor.
Lytro exits consumer camera industry, shifts focus to VR
Any light-field fans out there? Unfortunately, we have some bad news for you. Lytro has just announced that it will no longer develop light-field cameras for consumers. Instead, the company will focus on the virtual reality world. The confirmation comes from CEO Jason Rosenthal, who said that this decision was one of the hardest he ever made.
Sony HX90V replacement’s specs show up online
Sony will announce a new HX-series compact camera within a few months. Trusted sources have revealed the first specs of the HX90V successor. They are interesting and well-above the ones of the HX80, another pocketable compact camera which has been announced at the beginning of March 2016.
Tamron SP 135mm f/1.8 Di VC lens coming at Photokina 2016
A leaked image contains a brochure that mentions an unannounced lens. The product in question consists of the Tamron SP 135mm f/1.8 Di VC telephoto prime. It is believed to be on track for a Photokina 2016 announcement. The rumored telephoto prime lens will be released for full-frame DSLR cameras.
Panasonic Lumix GX85 / GX80 mirrorless camera unveiled
Panasonic has just introduced the Lumix GX85 / GX80 mirrorless camera that has been making the rounds on the internet for the past few days. This is a compact and lightweight Micro Four Thirds camera that employs a 16-megapixel sensor without an optical low-pass filter, the first of its kind for the MFT format.
Hasselblad H6D 100MP camera scheduled for April 15 launch
Hasselblad will hold a press event on April 15. The special show will take place in Berlin, Germany, and, beside a couple of photo shoots, the Swedish company will also reveal a new medium format camera. The device will feature a 100-megapixel sensor made by Sony and will be called Hasselblad H6D.