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Olympus Unveils Updated Lens Roadmap Featuring New Lenses

According to recent announcement from Olympus, the new super telephoto zoom lens Olympus M.Zuiko Digital ED 150-400mm f/4.5 TC 1.25x IS PRO will be released in winter of 2020.

The Olympus 150-400mm F4.5 Pro lens will be stabilized and work with the 5-axis IS systems built into modern Olympus cameras for extra shake reduction. Fully weather-sealed lens from Olympus could work at temperatures as low as -10°C/+14°F. Olympus also unveiled a new lens roadmap, showcasing a new 8-25mm lens as well as a telephoto macro. Continue reading “Olympus Unveils Updated Lens Roadmap Featuring New Lenses”

Nikon Z5 Rumored to Arrive on July 21, 2020

The upcoming Nikon Z5 entry-level full frame mirrorless camera is rumored to be announced on July 21, 2020.

Nikon Z5 will be an entry-level full frame and position under the Nikon Z6. This camera is the one that will compete against the Canon EOS RP.

Here are rumored specs of Nikon Z5 : Continue reading “Nikon Z5 Rumored to Arrive on July 21, 2020”

Confirmed: Sony a7S III Coming this Summer with New Image Sensor

It is now confirmed that the Sony a7S III camera coming this Summer with a new image sensor and redesigned whole system.

dpreview has just posted a new interview with Sony Manager Kenji Tanaka. From this interview the most important part is that the long awaited Sony a7S II successor a7S III will be released later this Summer. Since Sony has already registered two new camera codes: WW271448 and WW850128, the WW271448 looks like to be the Sony a7S III. Official announcement will be in next months.

The interview also underlines that the a7S III will be a complete redesign of the whole system, including the image sensor. According to Mr. Kenji Tanaka the Sony a7S III will meet many professionals and high-end users’ demands and will enjoy the new camera.

Fujifilm X-T4 Firmware Update Version 1.02 Released

Fujifilm has released a new firmware update for Fujifilm X-T4 mirrorless camera (B&H Photo Video/Adorama/Amazon).

New firmware version 1.02 fixes an issue that might occur when using a certain IBIS (In Body Image Stabilization) configuration.

Check out the details of the Fujifilm X-T4 Firmware 1.02 update as well as the download link below. Continue reading “Fujifilm X-T4 Firmware Update Version 1.02 Released”

List of Canon Products to be Announced on July 9, 2020

Here is the list of Canon products that will be announced on July 9, 2020, inlcuding Canon EOS R5, Canon EOS R6, several RF lenses, teleconverters, a wireless transmitter and a battery grip and more accessories. Continue reading “List of Canon Products to be Announced on July 9, 2020”

Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR Lens Will be Released on July 3, 2020

According to recent press text from Nikon, the new NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR all-in-one zoom lens will be released on July 3, 2020. Just like the NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S lens ($2,596.95 – at B&H Photo Video/Adorama/Amazon), the shipment of this lens have been delayed previously.

The NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR is an 8.3x high-power telephoto zoom lens that covers the wide-angle 24mm to telephoto 200mm range of focal lengths, and packs outstanding resolution into a compact and lightweight package weighing approximately 570g. A versatile all-in-one zoom for Nikon Z6 and Z7.

NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR Lens – $896.95 – at B&HPhoto/Adorama/Amazon. Continue reading “Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR Lens Will be Released on July 3, 2020”

Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 Camera Available for Pre-order

Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 Camera now available for pre-order. The Panasonic G100 camera costs $697.99 with 12-32mm Lens kit. It is now available for pre-order at B&H, Adorama, Amazon. Shipping will start on late July.

The new Panasonic G100 Micro Four Thirds mirrorless camera is compact and lightweight, with a vari-angle screen. It is aimed at vloggers, videographers, and photographers. See full details here. Continue reading “Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 Camera Available for Pre-order”

First Nikon Z5 Specifications, Announcement in Late July

Here are the first rumored specifications of the upcoming Nikon Z5 entry-level full frame mirrorless camera.

Nikon Z5 will be an entry-level full frame and position under the Nikon Z6. This camera is the one that will compete against the Canon EOS RP.

According to the reports, Nikon Z5 will not have an electronic display on the top panel and will indeed have an electronic viewfinder on the top panel which is similar to the Nikon Z50 design. Here are first rumored specs of Nikon Z5 : Continue reading “First Nikon Z5 Specifications, Announcement in Late July”

Olympus Sells its Camera Business to JIP Inc

Olympus Imaging Business has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Japan Industrial Partners, Inc. (JIP). According to the MOU, both companies are entering into further discussions about the potential transfer of Olympus’ long-standing imaging business to JIP by the end of 2020.

Olympus imaging business will continue to release Micro Four Thirds cameras and lenses under the Olympus and ZUIKO names. The Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III is the latest Micro Four Thirds camera with a 20.4 Megapixel Live MOS sensor , in-body image stabilization with up to 7.5 stops of shake reduction and the same processor as the E-M1X.

Here is the press text from Olympus : Continue reading “Olympus Sells its Camera Business to JIP Inc”

Panasonic G100 Vlogging Micro Four Thirds Camera

Panasonic has announced the new Panasonic G100 Micro Four Thirds mirrorless camera, aimed at vloggers, videographers, and photographers. The new Lumix G100 is compact and lightweight, with a vari-angle screen.

Designed to be the ideal “Vlogging” camera, it is smaller than an iPhone XR, offers 4K 30p video recording and has a number of features that will appeal to the videographer, as well as photographers.

The camera uses the same 20MP Four Thirds sensor as many other Panasonic cameras. While it does not have in-body image stabilization, the new Lumix G100 features aa ‘hybrid’ 5-axis IS system when recording video (4-axis for 4K).

Alongside the G100 comes the DMW-SHGR1 tripod grip ($99). It can be a small selfie stick (with still and video capture buttons) or a mini tripod. The grip is powered by the camera’s micro USB port.

This new camera cost $697.99 with 12-32mm Lens kit, first available for pre-order at B&H/ Amazon. Shipping will start on late July.

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