DSLR Cameras
Canon 7D Mark II price rumored to be $2,199
As the rumors for an EOS 7D replacement are intensifying, the latest subjects concerns the Canon 7D Mark II price. The DSLR is rumored to become available at a price of $2,199 sometime in 2014. Although the camera’s testing is not over yet, it appears that the company has chosen to add a 24.1-megapixel sensor into the shooter.
Nikon D400 launch event taking place in August or September
After falling short of becoming the main subject of the rumor mill, the Canon 7D Mark II competitor is back into the spotlight. According to trusted sources, the Nikon D400 launch event will take place sometime in August or September, when the camera is coming to threaten the alleged EOS 7D Mark II.
New Canon 7D Mark II rumors “confirm” 2014 launch date
A new set of Canon 7D Mark II rumors has surfaced on the web. It confirms that the EOS 70D will be the company’s last DSLR to be released in 2013, as the EOS 7D Mark II is coming in 2014. However, it will not reach its destination alone, considering the fact that two professional cameras will be unveiled, too.
More Canon 7D Mark II specs revealed ahead of announcement
More Canon 7D Mark II specs have showed up on the web, revealing that the camera will feature a new autofocus system, but not for the Live View, like the one found in the new EOS 70D. The same AF technology will be found in the 1D X replacement, sources say, but the shooters are still at least a couple of months away.
Canon 70D officially announced with Dual Pixel AF technology
Canon 70D has been one of the most expected cameras of 2013. The DSLR is now official and will be ready to take on the D7100 at the end of August. Canon’s new camera is packing a new innovative feature, called Dual Pixel CMOS AF, which delivers superior autofocus performance in Live View mode and many other features.
Two Hasselblad compact cameras and a DSLR to go public in 2013
Hasselblad has recently begun selling the Lunar mirrorless camera. It costs a whopping $6,995 and it is just the first step in the company’s big plans for 2013. According to a pair of job listings on its website, two new compact cameras and a DSLR shooter will be announced by the end of 2013.
Canon 70D specs leaked with 20.2-megapixel sensor and WiFi
Canon 70D is one of the most discussed EOS cameras of recent times and it has not even been announced yet. Information about the shooter has been leaked once again, but this time a more detailed list of its specifications has appeared in a promotional material. The best part about it is that the DSLR is coming on July 2.
Canon 60D price goes down amid EOS 70D rumors
Canon 60D has suffered a price drop at one of the most popular retailers in the world. Amazon is now selling the EOS 60D for $100 less than a few days ago, while the Canon 70D rumors are intensifying, as the rumor mill has revealed that the 60D replacement will be announced in just a few days.
Nikon D7100 firmware update 1.01 now available for download
There are no perfect devices, nor firmware versions, and this fact includes the Nikon D7100, as well. The DSLR has been released earlier in 2013, but photographers have been affected by some annoying bugs ever since its release. Anyway, Nikon is now offering firmware update 1.01 to correct some of the bugs.
New Canon 70D rumor says big event is coming within 6-8 weeks
Just when many people were thinking that there will be no more Canon 70D rumors, the gossip talk is back, as the company is said to hold a big product launch event sometime in the next six to eight weeks. The event might be all about the rumored big megapixel camera, but all evidence points to the new EOS 70D DSLR.
Full frame and APS-C Sony A-mount cameras coming in 2014
The end of June will be very busy for Sony fans, since the RX1-R and RX100 MKII cameras will be introduced. This year will continue with a couple of E-mount cameras, the NEX-7 and NEX-5R replacements, but what about 2014? According to the rumor mill, next year is all about high-end full frame and APS-C Sony A-mount cameras.
Canon 1D X and 1D C cameras affected by inadequate lubrication
Has your Canon 1D X lost its ability to lock in focus on a subject? Did your EOS 1D C’s viewfinder become blurry all of a sudden? Then your cameras are most likely affected by “insufficient lubrication”, Canon says. The company will even repair the devices for free, as everything is just a manufacturing problem.
Canon EOS 3D camera allegedly spotted in China
Canon may be on the verge of announcing a high-megapixel camera. It has been a while since the device has been first rumored and it seems like 2013 is finally the big year. A so-called EOS 3D camera has just been leaked on the web, courtesy of China’s Twitter-like website, called Weibo, though everything may be just a hoax.
Pentax K-50, K-500, and Q7 cameras officially announced
Pentax has officially announced three new cameras in a single day. The entry-level DSLR K-500, mid-level DSLR K-50, and the mirrorless Q7 cameras have been unveiled during an event in New York, where the company has revealed all the information regarding their release date, price, availability, and specifications lists.
Canon big megapixel camera will be based on 1D X design
With digital camera sales dropping, manufacturers must try to become leaders in all segments. This means that Canon cannot afford to remain behind Nikon for too long, when it comes down to a device with a high number of megapixels. Well, the device is coming next year and it will feature a form factor similar to the 1D X one.
Pentax K-50, Q7 cameras, and 11.5mm f/9 lens coming on July 5
Pentax is preparing for a very busy summer schedule. If most people choose to take a vacation, the company will not sit this one out, as it will introduce two new cameras, a DSLR and a mirrorless, along with a pinhole lens that will also act as a body cap. As a result, the K-50, Q7, and 11.5mm f/9 lens have all been leaked online.
Pentax K-50 DSLR leaked ahead of official announcement
Pentax fans looking to purchase a DSLR have not been expecting a replacement for the middle-entry K-30 anytime soon, as the camera has recently turned one year old. However, a French retailer has leaked the K-30 shooter, along with its price and specs, ahead of the official unveiling, which will occur anytime soon.
Nikon D400, the future flagship DX camera, rumored to be true?
Nikon fans have been surprised to hear that the D7100 has become the “flagship DX camera”. This title has been retained by D300s for a long time and, although people have been expecting a replacement, suddenly it seemed like it will not get a successor. Well, rumors are now suggesting that the D400 is real and coming soon.
Canon 1D X firmware update 1.2.4 released for download
Canon has been on a roll in recent times, as the company has released several firmware updates over the past few hours. Now, the EOS 1D X and the 1D Mark III have both received new upgrades. The latter is now compatible with the EF 200-400mm f/4L lens, while the former has had several of its bugs fixed among others.
Canon 1D C now able to record 4K videos at 25fps
Canon 1D C users, who enjoy professional cinematography, will be able to use the DSLR camera to record 4K videos at 25 frames per second, as the company has announced a new firmware update for the shooter. The EOS 1D C has also had some of its bugs fixed, in order to enhance the user experience.
Olympus to use Sony image sensors in new DSLR cameras
The president of Olympus has recently given an interview to a Japanese online publication, in order to discuss the future of the company. Hiroyuki Sasa has revealed that his company will use Sony image sensors in its future DSLR and mirrorles cameras, while the PlayStation maker will use Zuiko lenses in its future shooters.