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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!
Sony A7S 4K mirrorless camera coming at NAB Show 2014
The NAB Show 2014 is set to begin on April 5. One day later, on April 6, Sony is scheduled to hold its press conference. During the event, a so-called Sony A7S mirrorless camera with a full frame sensor is rumored to be announced. The FE-mount shooter is also said to be capable of recording videos at 4K resolution and much more.
Nikon D9300 DSLR rumored to be the Nikon D300s replacement
The Nikon D300s will soon celebrate its fifth birthday. Numerous voices are claiming that the time has come for the flagship DX-format DSLR camera to retire and leave room for a successor. Well, the rumor mill is claiming that a Nikon D9300 is in development and is being prepared to be announced as the Nikon D300s replacement.
Pentax Z medium format camera aka 645DII teaser hits the web
Pentax has been supposed to reveal a 645D replacement at the CP+ 2014. However, the Pentax 645DII has not showed up, yet. The company has now posted a teaser on the web, hinting that the medium format camera is now called Pentax Z. A countdown is available, too, showing that the device will be officially unveiled on April 15.
Nikon 1 J4 specs leaked along with DX 18-300mm lens details
Nikon is readying a replacement for the 1 J3 mirrorless interchangeable lens camera. In the meantime, the first Nikon 1 J4 specs have been leaked on the web, hinting that the camera will sport a touchscreen on the back. Moreover, some details about a Nikkor 18-300mm lens for DX-format DSLRs have also showed up online.
Olympus 40-150mm f/2.8 PRO lens release date set for Photokina 2014
A lot of amazing things will happen during this year’s Photokina. This is the biggest digital imaging event in the world and has to be awesome. According to the rumor mill, the Olympus 40-150mm f/2.8 PRO lens release date has been set for the Photokina 2014, while a couple of other PRO lenses will be on display at the company’s booth.
Fujifilm X-Pro2 will be powered by a full frame image sensor
After revealing that Fujifilm has scrapped plans to release the X-Pro1S as a replacement for the X-Pro1, the rumor mill is now claiming that the so-called Fujifilm X-Pro2 will feature a full frame sensor. The camera will no longer support current XF lenses, so it is said that Fuji will launch three to five new Fujifnon FF lenses.
New Canon 7D Mark II rumor reveals May launch date
The rumors concerning the launch of the Canon 7D Mark II are back once again! It seems like the upcoming DSLR is getting closer to its launch date, which is reported to have already been set by the Japanese company. According to the latest information, the EOS 7D replacement will become official in May along with a couple of lenses.
Sony A77 successor to feature 24-megapixel sensor after all
Sony is one of the companies with a special place in the heart and mind of the rumor mill. Shortly after sources have revealed that the Sony A77 successor will feature a Foveon-like 50-megapixel APS-C image sensor, the camera is now rumored to come packed with a traditional 24-megapixel sensor.
Fujifilm X-Pro2 camera rumored to succeed X-Pro1 in 2015
A Fujifilm manager has previously stated that the company is not working on an X-Pro1 replacement. However, a source has previously disclosed details about a so-called Fujifilm X-Pro1S. Well, it seems like everything is in the past now, as X-Pro1S idea has been scrapped. Now the plan is to put the Fujifilm X-Pro2 on the market in 2015.
First Nikon AF-S 135mm f/2G lens photo leaked on the web
Nikon has been selling a 135mm f/2D lens without an internal autofocus motor for quite some time. It is arguable that a replacement should be introduced soon. It seems like we may be on the verge of seeing such a lens as the first photo of the Nikon AF-S 135mm f/2G lens has showed up online.
More Sony A77II specs revealed by inside sources
The spring is still young and plenty of new cameras are expected to be announced by the end of May. The Sony A77 replacement is said to be among them. Before its purported May 1 announcement date, several new Sony A77II specs have been leaked on the web, including a big megapixel Foveon-like sensor.
Canon PowerShot G17 announcement date set for May 2014
Canon has launched the PowerShot G16 camera in August 2013. Although it is considered a decent camera, it seems like the company may already be working on a replacement. The specs of the Canon PowerShot G17 have showed up online and the compact camera’s announcement is rumored to take place sometime in May 2014.
Canon C200 and Canon C400 4K cameras coming at NAB Show 2014
The rumor mill is once again discussing about Canon’s plans for the NAB Show 2014. After saying that no new gear is coming at the event, sources are reporting that the Canon C200 and Canon C400 camcorders will become official in early April. The duo will be able to record 4K videos, replacing the non-4K C100 and C300 cameras.
Canon PowerShot SX60 HS now rumored to offer 100x zoom lens
Although there are plenty of Canon rumors circling online, there is room for one more. According to sources familiar with the matter, the Canon PowerShot SX60 HS will be announced soon and will employ a staggering 100x optical zoom lens. The optic will cover a focal range from the wide-angle 20mm to the super-telephoto 2000mm.
Olympus 9mm f/2.8 PRO lens rumored to be in development
The rumor mill is claiming that an Olympus 9mm f/2.8 PRO lens is in the works. An inside source is reporting that the company is manufacturing several prototypes of the lens, which features a metal construction, leaving room for sealing. This means that the lens will be weathersealed and will allow photographers to shoot in the rain.
Sony A77II announcement date rumored to be May 1
After revealing that the release date of the Sony A77 replacement is June 2014, sources inside the company are claiming that the Sony A77II announcement date has been scheduled for May 1. The camera will become official on the first day of the 2014 Sony World Photography Awards Exhibition at the Somerset House in London.
Mamiya 7 could be Sony medium format camera’s inspiration
Sony is preparing to join the medium format market with its own camera and new information has just been leaked on the web. Inside sources have revealed that the upcoming Sony medium format camera will feature a design inspired by the older Mamiya 7, a rangefinder film camera with a medium format sensor.
Tamron 10mm f/2.8 fisheye lens patent discovered in Japan
Sources in Japan have discovered that Tamron has patented the first fisheye lens in its history. The new Tamron 10mm f/2.8 fisheye lens patent hints that the product will feature Vibration Compensation technology and video recording support. It will be aimed at cameras with APS-C sensors, although the release date details are unknown.
Canon 5D Mark IV to feature big megapixel 4K-ready sensor
Canon will not announce any Cinema EOS cameras at the NAB Show 2014 after all. Sources have backtracked on their claims and have decided to focus on other matters. Without further ado, it seems like we will be graced by a Canon 5D Mark IV DSLR camera with a big megapixel sensor and 4K video recording support in the near future.
Fujifilm XF 18-135mm WR lens release date set for this June
Fujifilm has already confirmed that it is working on three weathersealed lenses. The trio is coming in 2014 and will mark the beginning of an era for X-mount lenses, as they will become the first WR models of the series. According to the rumor mill, the Fujifilm XF 18-135mm WR lens release date has been scheduled for June 2014.
Sony A3500 release date rumored to be April 2014
After Sony Australia has revealed the A3000 camera replacement too early, the rumor mill has turned its attention towards the Sony A3500 release date. According to sources familiar with the matter, the new entry-level E-mount mirrorless camera will be announced in a few days and released sometime by the end of April 2014.
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