Mirrorless Cameras
Nikon 1 V3 mirrorless camera might have been discontinued
The Nikon 1 V3 mirrorless camera is rumored to have been discontinued only a few months after its release on the market. The device is listed as such at Amazon UK, while the US branch of the same retailer is claiming that the 1 V3 is out of stock, but does not provide an estimated delivery date.
Sony A5100 specs, photo, and announcement date revealed
Sony is working on several new products which will be unveiled soon. Before its launch event, the Sony A5100 specs have showed up on the web. The mirrorless camera will feature a similar body as the A5000 and NEX-5T, while borrowing the sensor and autofocus technology from the A6000. The A5100 will be revealed on August 19.
Panasonic GM2 camera to feature an electronic viewfinder
Panasonic has been rumored to introduce a new mirrorless camera with a Micro Four Thirds sensor for quite some time now. According to reliable sources, MFT adopters will soon be able to buy a Panasonic GM2 camera, as this is the model in question. The greatest surprise for them would be the addition of an EVF in GM1’s successor.
Olympus E-M5 replacement rumored to be in development
The Olympus E-M5 replacement has made its way into the rumor mill once again. It appears that a successor to this mirrorless camera is in the works. However, it will not be announced at the Photokina 2014. According to inside sources, the OM-D-series Micro Four Thirds shooter will be succeeded by a new model sometime in early 2015.
Olympus E-PL7 announcement date set for August 30
After months of rumors and speculation, the Olympus E-PL7 announcement date has showed up on the web. The company will hold the PEN Collection 2014 event as of August 30 and it says that attendees will be able to test a new PEN camera, which is the E-PL7. The shooter will pack a Micro Four Thirds sensor, WiFi, and more!
Olympus E-PL7 camera shows up on Taiwan’s NCC website
The Olympus E-PL7 camera has been mentioned once again. This time, the Micro Four Thirds shooter has had its name registered on the website of the Taiwan-based National Communications Commission. The shooter’s specs and release date in Japan have already been leaked, so all that remains now is its official launch.
A new Panasonic GH camera will not be announced at Photokina
Panasonic will launch a mirrorless interchangeable lens camera with a Micro Four Thirds sensor in the near future. The launch will occur sometime around the Photokina 2014. It appears that a new Panasonic GH camera is not coming at the event, while the GF, GX, and G series are on hold, leaving only one possibility: a GM-series model.
Ricoh officially announces Pentax Q-S1 mirrorless camera
After several leaks during the past few days, the Pentax Q-S1 mirrorless interchangeable lens camera is finally official. Ricoh has introduced this new Q-mount shooter with a 12.4-megapixel 1/1.7-inch-type image sensor and built-in sensor-shift Shake Reduction technology. The Q-S1 will be released by the end of August for $500.
More Pentax Q-S1 specs leaked, image sensor format confirmed
A bunch of new Pentax Q-S1 specs and details have showed up online ahead of the mirrorless camera’s imminent announcement event. Additionally, the HD-DA 28-45mm f/4.5 ED AW SR lens for Pentax medium format camera is available for pre-order, even though it has not been officially introduced for the time being.
Sony NEX-7 successor with full frame sensor coming in September
The sought-after Sony NEX-7 successor may actually be on its way. According to a trusted source, the PlayStation maker has been developing a prototype bearing a full frame sensor. The device in question would serve as an NEX-7 replacement as of this September, despite the fact that its predecessor features an APS-C image sensor.
More Pentax Q-S1 photos show up ahead of its launch
New Pentax Q-S1 photos have appeared on the web. The mirrorless interchangeable lens camera has been leaked recently, with the rumor mill undecided on its name: Q2 or Q-S1. It seems like the latter is the right one, as it can be seen in the new set of leaked images. The Pentax Q-S1 camera will be announced sometime in the near future.
New Olympus E-PL7 details revealed, including release date
Sources familiar with the matter have leaked more Olympus E-PL7 details. Among them we can find new specs, such as 3-axis image stabilization technology, and availability information. It has been confirmed that the Micro Four Thirds camera will be announced soon and will be scheduled for a September 20 release date in Japan.
More hints that new Panasonic MFT cameras are coming soon
The rumor mill is once again targeting Panasonic and its Micro Four Thirds line-up. It appears that two new Panasonic MFT cameras will be unveiled soon. How soon? Well, late August or early September, so that the Panasonic mirrorless and compact models will be ready to show up at the Photokina 2014 event taking place in mid-September.
Pentax Q2 camera and 28-45mm f/4.5 lens photos leaked online
Sources familiar with the matter are claiming that Ricoh is preparing to launch the Pentax Q2 mirrorless camera and 28-45mm f/4.5 lens for medium format cameras. In order to prove it, the sources have also leaked some photos of these two products. Ricoh is expected to officially announce these products ahead of the Photokina 2014.
High-end Olympus OM-D Micro Four Thirds camera coming soon
The rumor mill has been pretty active when it comes to upcoming Olympus products. The latest details are hinting at a Olympus OM-D Micro Four Thirds camera, which is expected to become official this September. It is said that the mirrorless camera will not replace the OM-D E-M5 and that it will record 4K videos.
Olympus E-M1 to become 4K-ready via firmware update this fall
Panasonic GH4 is a Micro Four Thirds camera capable of recording 4K videos. As things stand, the competition is rather scarce. However, things may get better soon, as the Olympus E-M1 is rumored to receive a firmware update this September. Among other features, the new firmware should allow OM-D E-M1 users to record 4K videos.
Panasonic rumored to launch new Micro Four Thirds camera soon
This year’s edition of the Photokina event will be one of the most exciting ever as multiple companies are rumored to bring a lot of new products to this show. It is becoming more and more obvious that Panasonic is joining the party in order to show off a new Micro Four Thirds camera, which will be first unveiled within the next few weeks.
Samsung NX400 specs list and price details show up on the web
Samsung is now a leading mobile device seller. However, the South Korean maker has struggled to make a dent in the digital imaging industry. Things may change at the beginning of 2015 when two new models are expected to be announced. Meanwhile, several Samsung NX400 specs have been leaked along with some price details.
Low-end Sony FE-mount camera rumored to be announced soon
The recently-registered Sony mirrorless camera with a full frame image sensor is now rumored to be an entry-level shooter instead of a high-end model. The latest gossip talks are pointing at a low-end Sony FE-mount camera and its name is no longer believed to be “A9”. Whatever it is, the camera is likely to be unveiled soon.
Sony A9 E-mount full frame camera registered in Indonesia
Sony has registered a new mirrorless interchangeable lens camera with a full frame image sensor at Postel, an Indonesian agency where multiple devices have been leaked for the first time. The device is codenamed “WW024382” and it could represent the Sony A9, a high-end E-mount full frame camera which could be announced in 2014.
New Olympus OM-D mirrorless camera to be announced this fall
Earlier this year it was revealed that Olympus is working on an OM-D series camera with a full frame image sensor. The model is supposed to be launched at the Photokina 2014. Well, it seems like the company has even more plans for this fall as a new Olympus OM-D mirrorless camera with Micro Four Thirds sensor is also coming!