Rumors
Where there’s smoke, there’s fire, they say. We can provide exclusive inside details so that you can find out the latest photo rumors. Stay tuned and we will reveal the plans of camera and lens manufacturers before they even think about announcing them!
Nikon D750 announcement date is September 11 or 12
Nikon is expected to reveal the sought-after D700 successor within 10 days. A very reliable source, who has been right in the past, is claiming that the Nikon D750 announcement date will take place on September 11 or one day later, on September 12. The new DSLR will allegedly be placed somewhere between the D610 and D810.
More Fujifilm X100T rumors and speculation ahead of its launch
As the Photokina 2014 is edging closer, plenty of gossip talks are circling around the web, which are including some new Fujifilm X100T rumors. The latest details are claiming that the compact camera will actually feature a 16-megapixel sensor instead of a 24MP model, as reported during the past few months by multiple sources.
Sony ILCE-QX1 release date, price, and more specs revealed
Sony will announce a new QX-series lens-style camera shortly. Ahead of the official product launch event, the Sony ILCE-QX1 release date and price details of the device have been accidentally leaked by the company on its own web store. Moreover, more specs have been revealed, which confirm that the camera will capture RAW photos.
Bokeh-loving Fujifilm X-mount lens rumored to be in the works
The Sony-Minolta STF 135mm f/2.8 [T4.5] lens is a product which has been designed with bokeh in mind. The optic delivers exceptional bokeh for A-mount camera owners and it seems like Fujifilm X-mount owners will get something similar, too. A bokeh-loving Fuji X-mount lens is said to be in the works and to be announced soon.
First Sony QX1 photos and specs leaked on the web
The whole world is preparing to see the first lens-style camera that allows users to switch lenses. As the event is scheduled to take place on September 3, an inside source has leaked a bunch of Sony QX1 photos, while confirming some of the device’s specs. Check out the photos of the QX1, which will support E-mount lenses on Camyx!
Panasonic GM5 announcement date set for September 15
Panasonic will not come empty-handed at Photokina 2014. The company will reveal at least a couple of new cameras as well as a pair of lenses for Micro Four Thirds cameras. According to inside sources, the Panasonic GM5 announcement date will take place on September 15, one day prior to the Photokina event.
New Samyang wide-angle lens poised to be announced soon
Samyang is teasing the launch of a new product on its Facebook page. According to the South Korean maker, we should “prepare for more”, after the 50mm T1.5 AS UMC lens has been welcomed by the photography community. On the other hands, the rumor mill is claiming that the teaser is hiding a new Samyang wide-angle lens.
Samsung NX1 teaser reveals September 15 announcement date
Samsung has started a teasing campaign for the launch of its new flagship NX-mount mirrorless camera. According to the Samsung NX1 teaser image, the device will become official on September 15 as a part of the Photokina 2014 event. The announcement will occur in Cologne, Germany and it may include the introduction of a new lens.
Sony A7X, NEX-9, RX2R, and QX1 listed on Chinese website
Sony is preparing to launch a slew of new products as a part of the Photokina 2014 event. Multiple details have been leaked by the rumor mill. However, the latest information comes from a popular Chinese website, where the Sony A7X, NEX-9, RX2R, and QX1 cameras have all been listed. The devices will probably become official soon.
Sony E-mount 4K camera to “kill” Canon C100 and C300
Sony will definitely announce a slew of new products at Photokina 2014. In anticipation of the world’s biggest digital imaging trade fair, the rumor mill is claiming that a brand new Sony E-mount 4K camera is in the works and is coming at this event. The new camcorder will replace the FS100 and will become a Canon C100 and C300 “killer”.
Leaked photos of the Zeiss Loxia 50mm f/2 and 35mm f/2 lenses
It was bound to happen! As the Photokina 2014 event is getting really close, inside sources have managed to leak the first photos of the Zeiss Loxia 50mm f/2 and 35mm f/2 lenses. The optics will become the first Zeiss Loxia-series optics, which will be designed for Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras with full frame image sensors.
Canon EF-S 24mm f/2.8 STM and two other lenses coming soon
Canon will officially introduce at least three new lenses at the beginning of September. The rumor mill believes that the Canon EF-S 24mm f/2.8 STM, EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM, and EF 400mm f/4 DO IS II USM lenses will surely be on the list and that they will all be present at the world’s biggest digital imaging event: Photokina 2014.
Panasonic GM5 and LX100 are the names of upcoming MFT cameras
Panasonic is expected to introduce at least two new cameras with Micro Four Thirds image sensors. One of them is a mirrorless camera, while the other one is a fixed-lens compact shooter. The rumor mill has managed to uncover their real names and it appears that they will be called Panasonic GM5 and LX100, respectively.
Samsung NX1 details confirmed by trusted source
A trusted source has confirmed some Samsung NX1 details ahead of the mirrorless camera’s official announcement date. This device will be aimed at professional photographers and will be introduced as a part of the Photokina 2014 event. However, it will not adopt a retro design, as reported in the past but it will be based on a modern style.
Sony A99II release date scheduled for early 2015
Sony will most likely announce a replacement for the flagship A-mount camera, the A99, at Photokina 2014. As the world’s largest digital imaging trade fair is quickly approaching, some people are curious about the Sony A99II release date. According to two inside sources, the camera is coming sometime in “early 2015”.
Pentax K-S1 announcement date scheduled for August 28
Ricoh has allegedly scheduled the Pentax K-S1 announcement date for August 28. The new K-mount DSLR camera has had more of its specs leaked on the web ahead of this date. An interesting information consists of the purpose of the LEDs built into the grip, which are said to display the state of the K-S1.
Panasonic LX1000 Four Thirds compact camera coming soon
The name of the Panasonic compact camera with a Four Thirds image sensor may have showed up on the web. It is rumored that the device will be called Panasonic LX1000 and that it will indeed be capable of recording 4K videos. Regardless of its name and features, the shooter will definitely be announced within the next few days.
New Fujifilm X100T specs revealed before Photokina 2014
After introducing the X30, Fujifilm is expected to announce another compact camera in the near future. Before the next product launch event, the rumor mill has managed to leak more Fujifilm X100T specs, which include an electronic viewfinder. As previously reported, an EVF will certainly replace the hybrid viewfinder found in the X100s.
Panasonic GM2 specs list to include on-sensor stabilization
Panasonic will announce a few cameras that will also be on-display at Photokina 2014. The devices are coming before the world’s largest event and they could employ some interesting features. The rumor mill has managed to leak an updated Panasonic GM2 specs list, hinting that the camera will sport on-sensor image stabilization.
More Nikon D750 specs point to an action DSLR camera
As we are getting closer to the Photokina 2014 event, inside sources have leaked more Nikon D750 specs. The new information goes hand-in-hand with previously-leaked details that are pointing at an action camera. The D750 will borrow the focus system from the D810, but it will be considerably faster than its bigger sibling.
Zeiss Loxia 35mm f/2 and 50mm f/2 lenses coming at Photokina
Zeiss has trademarked a new series of lenses and the first two models of the line-up are rumored to be unveiled at Photokina 2014. Inside sources are reporting that the Zeiss Loxia 35mm f/2 and 50mm f/2 lenses will be aimed at Sony E-mount mirrorless cameras with full frame sensors and will come without autofocus support.