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Three new Canon TS-E lenses coming at Photokina 2014
Canon is believed to kickstart its “year of the lenses” by introducing a couple of wide-angle zoom optics soon. However, the period will be carried over by three new Canon TS-E lenses, which will be announced at the Photokina 2014, sources say. Words have been written about two of them, the other one could be a major surprise.
Sigma to launch Fujifilm X-mount lenses at Photokina 2014
The Photokina 2014 is approaching quickly and it seems like we are in for a treat during world’s largest digital imaging event. According to the rumor mill, Sigma is currently working on a surprise and we will hear all about it this September. Without further ado, it seems like Sigma will launch its first Fujifilm X-mount lens this year.
Canon EF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM lens to be revealed soon
As recently rumored, Canon is definitely working on a couple of wide-angle zoom lenses. The rumor mill is back with some more information, revealing the focal lengths, apertures, and more details. As a result, we know that the EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 lens replacement is the Canon EF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM lens.
Canon 11-24mm f/4 and 16-35mm f/4 IS lenses coming soon
Canon is rumored to unveil a couple of new wide-angle zoom lenses. Both of them are believed to feature a constant maximum aperture of f/4 throughout the zoom range. The first appears to be the Canon 11-24mm f/4, while the second is the Canon 16-35mm f/4 IS. The rumor mill says to expect them in the near future and to be expensive.
The most important camera rumors and news of April 2014
May 2014 is already upon us, meaning that it is about time we recap the most popular and the most important camera rumors and news of April 2014. Sony and Nikon have made the most announcements, while the highest amount of gossip talks have had Canon and Fujifilm as their main focus points.
New Fuji XF 35mm f/1.4 lens rumored to be in development
Fujifilm is preparing to replace an existing lens of the X-mount line-up. According to a source who has been right in the past, the new Fuji XF 35mm f/1.4 lens is in development and it will be announced sometime in the near future. Furthermore, it seems like the company’s fist weathersealed lens will offer an aperture of f/3.5-5.6.
Panasonic 35mm f/1.8, 100mm f/2, and more lenses patented
In November 2012, Panasonic filed a patent for at the US Patent and Trademark Office. The application includes five lenses, two of which have already become available: Leica 25mm f/1.4 and Leica 42.5mm f/1.2. The remaining trio consists of the Panasonic 35mm f/1.8, 65mm f/1.8 and 100mm f/2 lenses, which could be released soon.
Canon EF lens production reaches 100 million units
Canon has officially announced the manufacturing of its 100 millionth interchangeable lens. This is an industry-first and the 100 millionth Canon EF lens production was achieved on April 22, 2014, roughly 27 years after the introduction of the EF-mount system for EOS SLR cameras.
Samyang 85mm f/1.4 AE lens coming soon for Canon cameras
Samyang is rumored to announce a new lens with electronic contacts for Canon DSLR cameras, after recently introducing the first model for the Japanese camera maker. The Samyang 85mm f/1.4 AE lens appears to be the designated product and it will become available sometime in the near future, says the rumor mill.
Samyang 35mm f/1.4 AE lens and more optics finally announced
As promised, Samyang has announced “new stuff” on April 28. The company has revealed the new Samyang 35mm f/1.4 AE lens with electronic contacts aimed at Canon DSLR cameras. Additionally, a trio of cine optics and a 300mm f/6.3 mirror lens have been introduced, while all five models are said to become available on April 29.
Fujifilm 16mm f/1.4 lens is X-mount’s fast wide-angle model
Fujifilm’s official roadmap for late 2014 and early 2015 includes a high-speed wide-angle lens. The rumor mill believes that it has managed to find out its focal length and maximum aperture. The information comes from a trusted source who says that the Fujifilm 16mm f/1.4 lens is the unit that will be announced soon.
Three new Schneider-Kreuznach MFT lenses coming at Photokina
Schneider-Kreuznach has unveiled a trio of lenses for Micro Four Thirds cameras at the Photokina 2012. However, the German company has not released them on the market. According to the rumor mill, the new Schneider-Kreuznach MFT lenses are coming at this year’s Photokina and they will become available on the market in late 2014.
New Sony 16-50mm f/2.8 lens coming alongside A77II camera
Sony has been rumored to announce a new Alpha A-mount camera at the beginning of May for quite some time. The company is now believed to reveal a new Sony 16-50mm f/2.8 lens along with the Sony A77II camera, which will feature built-in WiFi, new sensor, improved electronic viewfinder, and a fast autofocus system.
Fujifilm 18-250mm f/3.6-6.5 lens patent spotted in the US
Fujifilm has patented a new lens in the United States. The Japanese company is aiming to extend its X-mount line-up with the addition of the Fujifilm 18-250mm f/3.6-6.5 lens, an all-round optic designed for travel photographers. It could be aimed at entry-level camera owners, but first it should be released on the market.
Sigma 24mm f/1.4 Art lens set for Photokina 2014 unveiling
The Photokina 2014 is approaching fast and there is a huge number of products that will be unveiled during the event. If you are making a list, then you will have to add the Sigma 24mm f/1.4 Art lens on it. Inside sources are reporting that this new Art lens is coming during the event and that it will be released shortly after its end.
Sony RX200 rumored to feature 28-100mm f/1.8-2.8 OSS lens
Sony has just patented a 10-36mm f/1.8-2.8 lens with Optical SteadyShot technology for 1-inch-type compact cameras. The rumor mill is now speculating that the 35mm equivalent lens of 28-100mm will make its way into the Sony RX200, which will be announced officially sometime this summer.
Samyang 35mm f/1.4 lens and others coming on April 28
Samyang has been rumored to reveal a 50mm cine lens during the company’s next event taking place on April 28. However, it seems like this product is not coming next week. Instead, the Samyang 35mm f/1.4 lens along with the 7.5mm T3.8 and 12mm AS UMC cine lenses will become official on the aforementioned date.
New Canon tilt-shift lenses to be unveiled at Photokina 2014
Canon is rumored to introduce a couple of TS-E lenses during the 2014 edition of world’s biggest digital event: the Photokina. Two new Canon tilt-shift lenses, one featuring a 45mm focal length and f/2.8 maximum aperture, will become official at the Photokina 2014, which opens its doors to visitors on September 16 in Cologne, Germany.
Samyang 50mm cine lens rumored to be unveiled on April 28
Samsung has posted a new teaser on its official Facebook page. The South Korean company is inviting its fans to join the “journey to the next level of creativity” on April 28 in order to witness the launch of new products. According to the rumor mill, a Samyang 50mm cine lens will be one of the optics to be unveiled.
New Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8 IS lens patent revealed in Japan
Canon is currently selling a couple of 24-70mm lenses with a constant maximum aperture of f/2.8. The optics are aimed at full frame DSLR cameras, but both of them have a shortcoming: lack of image stabilization. The company is preparing to overcome it as a new Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8 IS lens patent has just been discovered.
Zeiss Otus 85mm f/1.4 lens rumored for Photokina 2014 launch
Zeiss has decided to step it up a notch when it comes to image quality with the launch of the Otus lens series. The 55mm f/1.4 model is the only one in the line-up, but the company has confirmed that two other units are in the works. According to the rumor mill, the Zeiss Otus 85mm f/1.4 lens will be unveiled at the Photokina 2014.
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