Cameras
Canon 6D firmware update to be released in May or June
Canon will release several firmware updates for its cameras by the end of 2013. The company has already released updates for plenty of its cameras and three more are scheduled to become available in the following months. However, there is room for one more as the rumor mill says the EOS 6D will also be updated soon.
Canon 70D finally coming on March 21 or 22
Canon may have finally decided to issue a direct replacement for the EOS 60D. The next-generation camera will most likely be called 70D. An inside source has confirmed that Canon will hold a press event on March 21, while another source has revealed that the new camera is actually coming on March 22.
Canon 7D Mark II to be announced in late summer or early fall
Canon is finally going to replace the aging EOS 7D, says the rumor mill. The new camera is described as a “baby EOS 1D X” and, most likely, will go by the name of 7D Mark II, when it will be unveiled later this year. Information is still scarce, but the new camera is rumored to be aimed at sports and wildlife photographers.
Nikon Coolpix A becomes the world’s first DX-format compact camera
Nikon has finally bridged the gap between DSLR and compact cameras with the help of the new Coolpix A shooter. This is the world’s first compact camera to feature a DX-format CMOS sensor. The Nikon Coolpix A comes packed with a 16.2-megapixel sensor without anti-aliasing filter, delivering sharp photos in most situations.
Nikon Coolpix P330 officially announced
Nikon continues the tradition of high-performance premium compact cameras with the launch of the Coolpix P330. The digital camera comes packed with an attractive specifications sheet, including 12.2-megapixel sensor, and will be released in the following weeks for the usual price of advanced Coolpix performance shooters.
Nikon reveals Coolpix L320 16-megapixel superzoom camera
Nikon has unveiled its next-generation superzoom compact camera in the body of the Coolpix L320. This new bridge camera offers an impressive 26x optical zoom, which is said to be perfect for most shooting situations. The Nikon L320 offers a 35mm equivalent of 22.5–585mm focal length range and will become available soon.
Sony and Olympus to announce new cameras soon?
Sony will release a new mirrorless camera in the following weeks. The shooter is rumored to feature a full-frame image sensor. Moreover, Olympus is also said to be on the verge of announcing a new camera. It appears a new Micro Four Thirds system will be unveiled this April, with an expected shipping date of June / July 2013.
Panasonic SZ5 and SZ9 firmware update 1.1 available for download now
Panasonic has chosen March 2013 as the perfect month to release firmware updates for several of its cameras. The Japan-based company has launched firmware update 1.1 for both the DMC-SZ5 and DMC-SZ9, while the Lumix GH3 and three lenses are scheduled to receive a software upgrade by the end of March.
Canon 70D to be announced at the end of March?
Canon is preparing a surprise announcement at the end of March. According to sources familiar with the matter, the Japan-based company will finally replace the EOS 60D with the 70D. The brand new DSLR camera will be a significant upgrade over its predecessor and will move away from the “super Rebel” description.
Pentax K-30 and K-01 firmware update 1.03 available for download now
Pentax received heavy criticism after the company released a firmware update which broke what it was supposed to fix. However, the company released a new software version, 1.03, in order to finally fix the bug which caused the contrast autofocus system to stop working, while recording videos with a variety of lenses.
Olympus and Panasonic to launch new Micro Four Thirds cameras in April
Olympus is losing money with its digital camera business, while Panasonic has returned to profitable ways. Both companies are trying to keep up the pace with the big guys and the only way to do this is by announcing new gear. Olympus and Panasonic fans may get what they deserve this April, courtesy of new Micro Four Thirds cameras.
Nikon announcing high-end compact camera within two weeks?
Nikon is set to continue the tradition of high-end compact cameras with the launch of a new Coolpix shooter. The new camera is rumored to feature a DX-sized 16.2-megapixel APS-C image sensor. The surprise here is that the new Coolpix high-end camera may be announced in the next couple of weeks.
Sony NEX-7n with new 24-megapixel sensor to be revealed this April?
After announcing the SLT-A58 and NEX-3N cameras and three new lenses, Sony is rumored to reveal a new mirrorless shooter in early April. A source has confirmed that the Sony NEX-7n will be unveiled in April, with an entirely new 24-megapixel image sensor and new internal design that should get rid of the overheating issues.
Next-gen Canon EOS M mirrorless camera specs and price leaked
Canon will replace its current EOS M mirrorless camera by the end of the year. Launched in June 2012, the EOS M was not exactly a deal breaker. The company has decided to start working on a new shooter, which should become available soon. Meanwhile, the specs and price of the new EOS M have been leaked.
Sigma DP3 Merrill release date and price officially announced
Sigma raised a lot of eyebrows during the Consumer Electronics Show 2013, an event which took place in January,with the launch of a new 46-megapixel camera, called DP3 Merrill. The impressive camera attracted a lot of interest and those who were looking to buy a unit should know that Sigma finally announced its availability details.
Nikon D7100 becomes official without an anti-aliasing filter
After weeks of rumors and speculation, Nikon has announced a replacement for the D7000. Behold the new D7100, a DSLR camera which features a body similar to its predecessor’s, but with entirely new specifications. The D7100 sports a high-megapixel image sensor, but drops the conventional anti-aliasing filter.
Nikon S3500 compact camera officially announced
The D7100 was not the only camera announced by Nikon today. The Japanese manufacturer took its time to introduce a new Coolpix compact camera to replace the S3300, just like the D7100 replaced the D7000. It is called S3500 and will become available very soon in eight color choices, including pink, purple, blue, and red.
Sony A58 introduced with 20.1-megapixel sensor and OLED Tru-Finder
Sony has decided to take the wraps off the SLT-A58 camera. This shooter has been rumored for a long time and it has finally arrived here, in order to replace both the A37 and A57, streamlining the digital SLT range of cameras. The A58 features a new 20.1-megapixel Exmor APS-C HD CMOS sensor and an OLED Tru-finder EVF.
Sony TX30, WX300 and HX300 CyberShot cameras launched
February 20th, 2013 will go down in history as Sony’s busiest days ever. The Japanese company has already revealed two APS-C cameras and three new lenses. In preparation for the PlayStation event, Sony also announced three new CyberShot DSC compact cameras, including one waterproof and two super zoom shooters.
Canon announces release date for 1D X and 5D Mark III firmware update
Canon came under scrutiny after users complained that the EOS 1D X and 5D Mark III cameras are having focus problems when using the Speedlite AF Assist Beam. The company acknowledged the issues and announced that it will release a pair of firmware updates to fix the slow focus issues this Spring.
Lomography reveals Belair X 6-12 Trailblazer edition
Lomography is a recognized brand among photographers, who like to return to the old days, when digital cameras were just a dream. Taking photos on film can be very artistic and people who like this can take advantage of the new Belair X 6-12 Trailblazer edition, which follows the footsteps of the popular “Globetrotter” edition.
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