DSLR Cameras
Patent for Canon camera with EVF shows up in Japan
Canon is fueling the rumors regarding a DSLR-styled camera with an electronic viewfinder and a translucent mirror after the company has patented such device in Japan. The Canon camera with EVF and translucent mirror is reminiscent of Sony’s A-mount SLT cameras and it could be released on the market in the near future.
Canon full-frame astrophotography DSLR coming in 2016
Canon is allegedly developing a new competitor for one of Nikon’s cameras. This time, the device in question is special. According to the rumor mill, the EOS maker is working on a Nikon D810a rival. The Canon full-frame astrophotography DSLR is said to be in the works and to take on its Nikon counterpart sometime in 2016.
Canon E-TTL III causes 5D Mark IV and 1D X Mark II delays
As you may have noticed during the past few months, Canon has chosen to delay both the 5D Mark IV and 1D X Mark II DSLR cameras. An insider is claiming to know the main reason why these shooters have been postponed. It seems like the culprit is the Canon E-TTL III flash metering technology, which is coming out in 2016.
First Canon Rebel SL2 specs leaked on the web
Some gossip talks have suggested that Canon will make the switch to an electronic viewfinder when it comes to its entry-level DSLRs. However, a set of Canon Rebel SL2 specs has been leaked online and it contradicts the rumors, as the camera will come packed with an optical viewfinder and several features taken from the EOS 750D.
Canon begins testing the EOS 5D Mark IV DSLR
One of the most sought-after full-frame DSLR cameras has just been mentioned by the rumor mill once again. According to a reliable insider, Canon has begun testing the EOS 5D Mark IV. The DSLR is now in the hands of a few select photographers and it is expected to become official sometime in the fourth quarter of 2015.
Canon to put a 25-megapixel sensor in the 1D X Mark II
Canon was previously rumored to put a sensor with more than 18 megapixels into the 1D X Mark II. Its predecessor, the 1D X, has 18.1-megapixels, so the company’s fans have welcomed these gossip talks. A trusted source is now reporting an exact amount that we can expect from the flagship EOS DSLR: 25 megapixels.
Canon Rebel SL2 / 150D might be unveiled sometime in fall 2015
Canon is rumored to be working on a successor to the world’s smallest and lightest DSLR camera in the world. The Rebel SL1 is allegedly being on the verge of being replaced by the Canon Rebel SL2. The Rebel SL1 / 100D will be substituted by the Rebel SL2 / 150D this fall with an even lighter and smaller body, a source has revealed.
RAW video from Nikon DSLR made possible by Nikon Hacker
Getting RAW video from a Nikon DSLR seemed like an impossible dream recently. However, a member of the Nikon Hacker community has written a patch that allows his D5100 to record RAW footage thanks to the DSLR’s Live View buffer. Moreover, a member of the Magic Lantern team has extracted a DNG file out of the LV buffer.
New Canon 1D X Mark II rumors hint at extended dynamic range
In the rumor mill there are lots of talks about the next-generation Canon EOS flagship camera. As such, new Canon 1D X Mark II rumors have been leaked. The latest piece of information consists of the DSLRs’ processor and sensor. The former will be DIGIC 7, while the latter is said to offer the highest dynamic range on the market.
More Canon 6D Mark II rumors show up online
The gossip talks about Canon’s future EOS DSLRs are not coming to an end! There has been a lot of chatter within the rumor mill about the upcoming EOS cameras, but there is always room for more Canon 6D Mark II rumors. It seems like the DSLR will be welcomed by videographers as it will offer a couple of video-focused features!
Fresh Canon EOS 1D X Mark II details leaked on the web
An insider has leaked more Canon EOS 1D X Mark II details before the DSLR’s purported announcement date, which is now said to take place by the end of 2015 instead of 2016, like previously rumored. The upcoming camera will also feature an improved specs list and an updated design in order to be more ergonomic than the 1D X.
Canon EOS 6D Mark II specs and price revealed
A fresh batch of Canon EOS 6D Mark II specs have been leaked on the web contradicting a bunch of specifications revealed by another source a few days before. The source is reporting that the DSLR will actually come packed with a 28-megapixel sensor, while the previous leakster claimed that the sensor will not go over 24 megapixels.
Upcoming Canon 7D Mark II firmware update to fix autofocus issues
The current flagship EOS camera with an APS-C sensor was launched at Photokina 2014. However, it is not all roses for Canon, as some users have reported that the EOS 7D Mark II is having focus issues. Either way, it seems like these problems will be gone soon, as a Canon 7D Mark II firmware update will be released next week.
Pentax K-3 II unveiled with built-in GPS instead of pop-up flash
Once again, the rumors have turned out to be true! Ricoh has just taken the wraps off of the Pentax K-3 II DSLR camera which comes packed with some differences when compared to its predecessor. The new K-3 II employs a Pixel Shift Resolution mode that shifts the sensor in order to capture higher-quality images among others.
More Pentax K-3 II specs, details, and photos revealed
The full Pentax K-3 II specs list has just been leaked on the web along with more photos of the DSLR. Recently, the rumor mill has revealed a single shot of the camera, but now the gossip talks have revealed more images, while confirming the Pentax K-3 replacement’s official announcement date: April 23.
New Canon 6D Mark II details leaked on the web
Canon is now rumored to announce and release the 5D Mark IV in early 2016. The claims are coming in the wake of the latest Canon 6D Mark II details being leaked on the web. It appears that the 6D replacement will come sometime after the 5D Mark IV’s release date, which is set for the first quarter of 2016.
First Pentax K-3 II photo leaked before official launch event
Ricoh may be on the verge of announcing a new Pentax-branded DSLR. The rumor mill has leaked the first Pentax K-3 II photo, which is known to preface the introduction of a product. The brand new K-3 II seems to have a similar design to its predecessor, but you should refrain from conclusions before the official launch event!
Canon 5D Mark IVc coming alongside the 5D Mark IV
As previously rumored, Canon might actually launch two versions of the 5D Mark III replacement. The first is the 5D Mark IV, which will represent a major upgrade over the current version and will be aimed at photographers. The other is rumored to be called Canon 5D Mark IVc and to be built for professional videographers.
Canon EOS 5D Mark IV to feature faster sensor readout speed
Canon has just introduced the EOS C300 Mark II camcorder, which is capable of recording videos at 4K resolution. Moreover, the shooter comes with sensor readout improvements. According to insider sources, the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV will use the same technology, allowing the DSLR to read the data from the sensor a lot faster.
Canon is world’s biggest interchangeable lens camera vendor again
Canon has announced that it is the biggest interchangeable lens camera vendor in the entire world. This statement is based on a Canon survey in 2014, which is the 12th consecutive year in the leading position for the company. Canon says that this achievement is due to a complete line-up with ILCs available for all types of users.
50.6-megapixel Canon EOS-1 DSLR could come in the future
Canon may be considering to launch a professional DSLR with the body of an EOS-1 camera and the sensor of the high-resolution 5DS / 5DS R duo. It appears that a 50.6-megapixel Canon EOS-1 DSLR will become a reality if professionals request such model and if the sales of the 5DS / 5DS R go well.
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