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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!

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Olympus 15mm f/2

Olympus 15mm f/2 lens patented in Japan

Less than a week before the OM-D E-M1 announcement, it is believed that Olympus is working on a new pancake lens that could become available at some point in the future. The rumor mill has unearthed an Olympus 15mm f/2 lens patent, describing an optic for Micro Four Thirds cameras, though no launch plans have been confirmed.

Fujifilm X-Pro1

Fujifilm XF 23mm f/1.4 R lens photos leaked ahead of announcement

Fujifilm has recently updated its lens roadmap for late 2013 and early 2014. There are three new lenses planned to be released over the next six months and one of them has just been leaked. Fujifilm XF 23mm f/1.4 R lens photos have appeared on the web, suggesting that the optic is getting very close to its announcement.

Canon EOS M replacement

Canon EOS M replacement cameras coming soon

It is rumored that the Canon EOS M replacement will be delayed no more. The good news does not end here, as sources are reporting that two EOS mirrorless cameras are in the works and both are coming soon. One of them is replacing the EOS M, while the other one is a high-end version that will compete against this market’s big boys.

Contax AX SLR

New Sony DSLR-like camera to feature moving image sensor

Sony is making the rumor mill rounds once again, as the company is working on a new DSLR-like camera. It is said that the upcoming mirrorless shooter will feature an image sensor capable of moving along the Z-axis. Moreover, the E-mount device will also be capable of support lenses from Canon, Nikon, and Pentax.

Olympus E-M1 announcement

Olympus E-M1 announcement date is September 10

Olympus will introduce a new flagship OM-D camera on September 10, sources say. As the Olympus E-M1 announcement date has been scheduled, it appears that the camera is already in the hands of some select testers. Thankfully, some of them have decided to share some information, revealing plenty of the device’s specs.

Sony QX10 rumor

More Sony QX10 and QX100 “Smart Shot” photos and specs leaked

The Sony QX10 and QX100 lens-camera modules are rumored to be announced at IFA Berlin 2013 on September 4. Before the launch event, a new batch of photos and details about the two “smartphone accessories” have been leaked, as the rumor mill has confirmed that they will bear the “Smart Shot” branding.

Nikon D600 replacement

Nikon D610 and D5300 DSLRs rumored to be coming soon

Nikon rumors are rare sightings these days. Not too much is being heard about the company’s future plans, but it is the right time to put everything behind. The gossip season is kickstarted by the so-called Nikon D610, which should replace the D600, as well as by the D5300, that will substitute the mid-range D5200 APS-C DSLR.

Zeiss 85mm f/1.8 lens

Zeiss 85mm f/1.8 ZA lens leaked as Sony rumors intensify

The Zeiss 85mm f/1.8 ZA lens has just been leaked on the web. This optic will be announced soon for NEX APS-C cameras, sources say. Additionally, new Sony rumors have appeared, revealing that the company is working on plenty of new E and A-mount / APS-C and full frame cameras that will be introduced within six months.

Samyang 16mm f/2

Samyang 10mm f/2.8 lens specs leaked on the web

Sources close to Samyang’s business have recently revealed that the company is working on a 12mm f/2 lens for “some” mirrorless camera mounts. However, it appears that the company has other plans, as the Samyang 10mm f/2.8 lens specs have just been leaked online and the company itself is listing it on its website.

Samsung 30mm f/2 lens

Samsung 16-80mm, 30mm, and Samyang 12mm f/2 lenses coming soon

Samsung is rumored to announce two new NX lenses, 16-80mm f/3.5-4.5 and NX 30mm f/2, sometime during the first few days of September. Meanwhile, the rumor mill has revealed that the Samyang 12mm f/2 optic will become available soon in several versions for Micro Four Thirds, Samsung NX, and Fujifilm X mirrorless cameras.

Sony NEXFS700UK 4K video

Sony FDR-AX1 4K video camcorder to be introduced soon

Sony FDR-AX1 4K video camcorder is rumored to be officially announced in the near future. It is said to become an affordable camera that will be capable of recording 4K videos. Sources are reporting that it will be released for a price under $5,000, which would bring professional-like ultra HD movie capturing to the masses.

Sony QX100 rumor

Sony QX100 price to stand at $450

Sony QX100 price is now the main subject of the rumor mill, as the upcoming lens-camera module is said to cost around $450. Although it has not been unveiled officially yet, the device’s specs have already been leaked online. Now that the price is here as well, there are few secrets waiting to be revealed until the September 4 launch event.

Fujifilm X-A1 deep blue

Leaked Fujifilm X-A1 photo is “legit and real”

When the Fujifilm X-A1 photo has been leaked, depicting an already-rumored entry-level camera without an X-Trans sensor, many have said that it is fake. However, an Australian source claims that the camera is real, as confirmed by a company representative, who also says that the device is coming soon.

Olympus E-M1 rumor

Olympus E-M1 photos and price details unofficially revealed

Micro Four Thirds adapters will be graced with a new high-end camera. Before the official announcement of the OM-D shooter, the Olympus E-M1 photos have been leaked online. Sources have also got a hold of the price details, which are a little spicy, but this is to be expected, as the E-M1 has better specs than the E-M5.

Sony ILC-3000 rumor

More Sony ILC-3000 photos spotted on the web

Several new Sony ILC-3000 photos have been unleashed on the interweb. It is getting harder for companies to keep things a secret in the era of communications, so this new batch of images confirm what we have already known for quite some time. Either way, the official announcement is expected to take place on August 27.

Sigma 500mm f/4.5 EX DG IF APO telephoto lens

New Sigma telephoto lenses rumored to be in the works

Sigma is widely-recognized as one of the best third-party lens manufacturers. Moreover, it is the single one which is still making all of its products in Japan. Better yet, the optics are cheaper when compared to their counterparts. The best part is that four new Sigma telephoto lenses are in the works and they are coming soon.

Sony NEX A3000 rumor

Leaked Sony A3000 photo shows DSLR-like NEX in its full glory

A Sony A3000 photo has just appeared on the interwebs. The upcoming mirrorless interchangeable lens camera has been rumored to feature a DSLR-like design. This leaked shot represents a visual confirmation for things that will come in the near future, as the device will be officially introduced in the neighboring future.

Sony NEX-5T rumor

Sony NEX-5T photos leaked online along with three E-mount lenses

Two Sony NEX-5T photos have appeared on the web without revealing too much information about the upcoming camera. The design will be very similar to the NEX-5R, while the new shooter will be offered with a 16-50mm lens kit. Additionally, the Zeiss 16-70mm f/4 and 18-105mm f/4 lens have been leaked, too.

New SLR Magic T0.95 lens

New SLR Magic 35mm T0.95 lens to be released in September

A new SLR Magic 35mm T0.95 lens is reportedly in the works and it will become available for purchase this fall. The updated model will provide improved quality, allowing photographers to shoot amazing videos in low-light environments. Additionally, a 17mm version is under development and its release date is very close.

Canon medium format DSLR

Canon medium-format DSLR camera rumored to be in the works

Despite the fact that camera manufacturers have taken a huge blow following the financial crisis, it does not mean that they will stop innovating. Smartphones are also eating their piece of the pay, so they have to think bigger. As a result, it appears that the Canon medium-format DSLR is real and it may be revealed soon.

Sony lens-camera module

Sony lens-camera module coming within the next four weeks

The innovative Sony lens-camera module has been rumored before. It appears that we are very close to the device’s announcement, as the rumor mill says that two such models will be revealed sometime within the next three to four weeks. Moreover, two other cameras and a pair of E-mount lenses are also said to be announced soon.

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