Cameras
Fujifilm employee flaunts X-mount entry-level camera
Fujifim has been rumored to be working on an entry-level X-series camera for a very long time. These rumors will be fueled by the fact that a company’s employee has been showing off a mysterious device that fits the description, during an interview for a Swedish blog. Most likely, the new X-mount camera will be launched this summer.
Sony A-E hybrid mount camera coming at Photokina 2014
Sony has not been doing so well in the digital imaging department. However, do not count the company off the camera wars, as 2014 will be a very exciting year. Sony will keep the flame alive with a NEX-7 replacement, while A-E hybrid mount bridge, A-mount full frame and APS-C mirrorless cameras will be launched throughout 2014.
Brinno TLC200 Pro: world’s first HDR time lapse camera
Brinno has launched a new time lapse camera called TLC200 Pro. It is just a minor upgrade of the previous generation, but the “Pro” tag is hiding a surprise, as this is actually the first time lapse camera in the world which can capture HDR videos at night. This is possible thanks to a large 1/3-inch image sensor clocked at 1.3 megapixels.
Sony files patent for A-mount mirrorless APS-C camera
The rumor mill is suggesting that Sony will no longer release any A-mount cameras in 2013, as they are bound for 2014. This belief has been fueled by the Japanese company’s action of filing for a patent, which describes an A-mount mirrorless camera with an APS-C image sensor and support for Phase Detection AF technology.
New Canon Picture Style, Video Camera X-series-look, released
Canon has expanded its Picture Style offerings with the help of Video Camera X-series-look. The new preset is aimed at cinematographers who want to have an easier job during post-processing. Users will be able to make color saturation and contrast a lot softer when capturing movies using their EOS DSLRs for easier post-production.
Polaroid XS80 full HD action camera announced
Polaroid is no longer selling its trademark cameras, instead choosing to rely on future tablets and the Socialmatic project. However, the company is also releasing action cameras and its lineup has just got a little bigger, thanks to the new ruggedized and waterproof XS80 shooter that records full HD videos even at 30 feet underwater.
Olympus E-M6 release date scheduled for September 2013
Olympus is already working on the next-generation OM-D series camera. Company employees have confirmed that the Phase Detection AF technology, found in the recently-launch PEN E-P5, will be available in the upcoming OM-D model. On the other hand, the rumor mill has revealed the camera’s name and release date.
Canon 5D Mark III now able to record 24fps RAW videos
The Canon 5D Mark III has many undiscovered secrets. The camera has been proven to be able to record 2K RAW videos at 14 frames per second. Now, the Magic Lantern team of hackers has taken it even further, by demonstrating that the DSLR camera can capture HD RAW videos at 24fps using a special and custom firmware.
Canon PowerShot S200 and unknown superzoom camera leaked in Taiwan
Canon is preparing the final details of the May 31 announcement. Beside the EOS 70D, a couple of compact cameras are rumored to be unveiled during the event scheduled for late May. The photos of the PowerShot pair have been leaked on the web, revealing the WiFi-equipped Canon S200 and a superzoom shooter with no name.
Samsung NX-R photos show up on the web
Samsung has decided to focus on mirrorless cameras in the digital imaging industry. This may not necessarily be a bad thing, as long as the company is attempting to be different, but better than the rest of the pack. Well, it seems like the NX-R shooter will have a distinct design, as its photos have just been leaked on the web.
Sony full frame and APS-C A-mount cameras coming in 2014, not 2013
Sony may be studying a camera between the RX1 and the RX100, but the company is actually taking closer looks at all of its series of shooters. It appears that the Japanese corporation has entirely changed its future roadmap, as the next full frame and APS-C A-mount cameras will be released in early 2014, rather than 2013.
Nikon SLR camera schematics show up on the web
Have you ever wondered what is inside a film camera? Well, then here is your answer! Four schematics of old Nikon F-series 35mm film cameras have surfaced on the web, showing what we can find inside such device. The photos are a joy to behold and they make you appreciate the work being done by camera makers.
Impressive sound camera can actually see noises
Scientists at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology have developed a camera, which can actually see in sounds. Professor Suk-Hyung Bae and his colleagues have actually won a Red Dot Design Award for their invention, that could have big implications in several industries, thanks to its portability and low price.
Olympus E-P5 release date, price, and specs become official
Plenty of rumors become true. However, in some cases, gossip talks turn out to be entirely true. Such is the story of the Olympus PEN E-P5 mirrorless camera, which has had its announcement date and full specifications list leaked on the web. Olympus has formally introduced the E-P5 Micro Four Thirds system today, as expected.
Sony NEX-7n to be released this fall with Honami JPEG engine
Sony has been rumored to introduce a new NEX mirrorless camera, called NEX-7n, this spring. However, this season is quickly heading towards its end and the device is nowhere to be seen. Inside sources say that the shooter will be actually introduced this summer and released this fall under an entirely different name.
Canon 70D launch event taking place on May 31?
A report coming from the Netherlands states that Canon will hold a press event on May 31. It is suggested that the company will finally reveal the EOS 70D, but is it really like this? Will the DSLR camera make an official appearance at the event? Well, we can say that the Canon 70D is so close that we could almost touch it.
New Canon PowerShot camera with 18MP APS-C sensor coming in late summer 2013
Canon is once again rumored to introduce a new PowerShot camera with a large sensor and high number of megapixels. The new PowerShot device will not replace any existing cameras, as it is bound for glory in the APS-C segment of compact cameras. Its announcement is said to occur sometime in 2013’s late summer.
Sony RX200 rumors appear to be fake
Recently, sources in China have revealed that Sony will replace the RX100 compact camera with the RX200 during the first week of June 2013. Although rumors are not to be trusted, more reliable sources have confirmed that the information is false and that the Japanese company will not launch a RX100 replacement this summer.
Full Olympus E-PL6 specs and photos leaked on the web
Olympus is having some problems. The company just cannot keep its upcoming products a secret from some reason. However, photography fans do not mind this aspect, as they can learn much information before the actual products go on sale. Well, the Olympus E-PL6 specs list along with some photos have just been leaked, too.
Fujifilm F900EXR firmware update 1.01 available for download
The camera with the fastest autofocus system in the world has been updated. Fujifilm has released firmware update 1.01 for the FinePix F900EXR compact shooter, in order to repair a couple of problems affecting the users. As a result, the Fujifilm F900EXR is now doing a better job when capturing Motion Panoramas and when zooming.
Canon 7D Mark II release date is 2014, not 2013 as previously reported
Canon has been long-rumored to replace the EOS 7D camera. The DSLR was supposed to be introduced in 2013, but it seems like the previous reports are false. Sources familiar with Canon’s plans have revealed that the company will release only the EOS 70D in 2013, while the EOS 7D Mark II will become available in 2014.
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