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Nikon AF-S Nikkor 600mm f/4E FL ED VR lens revealed
The final announcement of the day from Nikon consists of the AF-S Nikkor 600mm f/4E FL ED VR lens. The new super-telephoto lens has been created to deliver superior image quality and performance in a lighter package to wildlife and action photographers using Nikon’s FX-format full-frame DSLR cameras.
AF-S Nikkor 500mm f/4E FL ED VR lens announced by Nikon
The second announcement of the day for Nikon consists of the AF-S Nikkor 500mm f/4E FL ED VR lens. This FX-format super-telephoto prime has been mentioned within the rumor mill recently and it is here with a reduced weight and an increased performance as well as a higher price tag when compared to its predecessor.
Nikon unveils AF-S DX Nikkor 16-80mm f/2.8-4E ED VR lens
The rumor mill has recently revealed that Nikon will introduce an interesting DX-format 5x optical zoom lens. Shortly after that, the company has decided to make it official and the AF-S DX Nikkor 16-80mm f/2.8-4E ED VR lens has just been announced as the first DX-format lens to come packed with a Nano Crystal Coat.
Panasonic FZ300 specs and price details revealed
Panasonic will allegedly hold a product launch event sometime by the end of this summer in order to reveal a new camera and a new lens. Before the said announcement, the rumor mill has leaked some of the Panasonic FZ300 specs along with the price details of the upcoming bridge-styled superzoom camera.
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Nikon 16-80mm f/2.8-4E ED VR DX lens photo leaked
Nikon is rumored to hold a major product launch event by the end of this week. Meanwhile, the rumor mill has been busy and it has leaked the first photo of the Nikon 16-80mm f/2.8-4E ED VR DX lens. Additionally, the optic’s price and release date details have been revealed, too, and this lens announces itself as a great product!
Three new Nikon lenses to be announced within days
A trio of new Nikon lenses will become official within the next few days. The company will unveil three optics which were mentioned within the rumor mill in mid-June 2015. A trusted source is now reporting that the 500mm f/4E FX, 600mm f/4E FX, and 16-80mm f/2.8-4 DX are all coming in the near future!
Canon wide-angle zoom L f/2 lens in development?
Sigma has recently unveiled the 24-35mm f/2 DG HSM Art lens, which is the first in its category to employ a constant maximum aperture of f/2. It seems like Sigma has not beaten Canon by much. The reason for that is because a Canon wide-angle zoom L f/2 lens is said to be in the works and to come to the market soon.
New Canon patent hints at full-frame mirrorless camera
The rumor mill has claimed a few times that Canon is working on a full-frame mirrorless camera. Sources in Japan are adding fuel to the fire, as they have discovered that the company has patented an EF/EF-S lens mount adapter that is aimed at mirrorless cameras with full-frame image sensors.
Olympus 500mm f/4 IS PRO lens patent revealed
It seems like Olympus is serious about adding image stabilization into its lenses. After the 300mm f/4 PRO was rumored to have been delayed in order to make room for an IS system, the rumor mill has discovered a patent for an Olympus 500mm f/4 IS PRO lens. This optic also has built-in IS and it is aimed at Micro Four Thirds cameras.
Fujifilm X-Pro2 announcement delayed once again
The delay of the Sony A7000 is claiming another victim. The rumor mill is now stating that the announcement event of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 has been postponed until the beginning of 2016. The main culprit is said to be the sensor of the Sony A7000, which is troubled by unknown issues, so the X-Pro2 cannot come out this fall.
Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM lens ready and coming this fall
Canon is rumored to have completed the testing phase of a much-anticipated bright wide-angle prime lens. According to a trusted source, the Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM lens is ready, but it will not be announced, yet. Due to the demand of existing lenses, Canon will introduce this new product sometime during fall 2015.
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Sony A7000 delayed until fall 2015 due to sensor issues
With only a few days remaining until the end of June, it is obvious that Sony will not announce the NEX-7 replacement by the end of the first half of 2015. The rumor mill has previously stated that the Sony A7000 has been delayed, but now it seems like it is not coming this summer, instead being slated for a fall 2015 announcement.
Samsung NX Mini 2 specs, photos, and price leaked online
Worldwide stores have made a habit out of leaking Samsung-made cameras before the South Korean manufacturer gets the chance to announce them. Here is another model which has appeared online ahead of its time: the Samsung NX Mini 2. The mirrorless camera has just been leaked along with its price tag, specifications, and photos.
Affordable Fujifilm X70 compact camera still in the works
Fujifilm returns to the rumor mill with a camera that is also making a comeback into gossip talks. It appears that the so-called Fujifilm X70 is real and that it continues to be in development. The compact camera will become a more affordable version of the X100T and it will employ a new lens among others.
Polaroid Cube+ action camera announced with built-in WiFi
Polaroid has added a new member to the Cube series of cube-shaped action cameras. The brand new Polaroid Cube+ is now official with a few changes when compared to its predecessor. The new model employs a higher-resolution sensor along with built-in WiFi, in order to use mobile device displays as viewfinders.
Venus Optics introduces Laowa 15mm f/4 1:1 macro lens
When one thinks of macro photography, one thinks of a telephoto lens. Well, up until now that is, as Venus Optics has officially revealed the Laowa 15mm f/4 1:1 macro lens, which has become world’s widest lens to offer 1:1 macro capabilities. Now, photographers can reveal the habitat of their tiny macro subjects!
Olympus 300mm f/4 PRO lens delayed to make room for IS
Olympus has allegedly delayed the launch of its 300mm f/4 PRO super-telephoto prime lens. The rumor mill is claiming that the Olympus 300mm f/4 PRO lens has been delayed in order to give the company enough time to put an image stabilization system into the lens, while a patent for such product has been leaked on the web.
Nikon D5 specs list to include higher native ISO and 4K video support
The future Nikon FX-mount flagship DSLR camera will be announced in late 2015 or in early 2016, says the rumor mill. In the meantime, inside sources have leaked some new Nikon D5 specs. It appears that the DSLR will employ a new sensor and processor combination, offering a higher native ISO as well as 4K video recording.
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