Sony Working on 34MP Micro Four Thirds Sensor

Sony is rumored to be working on a new high-resolution 34MP image sensor for Micro Four Thirds system cameras.

This is also the perfect sensor resolution for 8K video recordings. So this could be another sensor for a possible video-centric Micro Four Thirds device.

We see 8k resolution usually as 7680×4320 in 16:9 aspect ratio.
This makes the sensor to be around 33.18MP to offer these values.  Continue reading “Sony Working on 34MP Micro Four Thirds Sensor”

Canon 7D Mark III Coming with 32MP APS-C DPAF Sensor

According to recent reports the Canon 7D Mark III is rumored to feature a 32MP APS-C DPAF sensor. Because a new Canon 32.5MP APS-c DSLR camera with Dual Pixel AF registered through a Taiwanese certification agency. This also refers to a high-end APC-S Professional DSLR camera.

Previously we have mentioned the Canon 32.5MP APS-c sensor as both future DSLR and Mirrorless models could use it. Possible candidates for the new Canon 32.5MP APS-C sensor were the EOS M5 Mark II mirrorless as well as DSLR cameras suchs as EOS 7D Mark III or EOS 90D. Continue reading “Canon 7D Mark III Coming with 32MP APS-C DPAF Sensor”

DJI Osmo Action Specs: 12MP, 1/2.3″ Sensor, 4K60p

DJI Osmo Action specs have been leaked on the web. According to the rumored DJI Osmo Action specs the camera will feature 12MP 1/2.3-inch type image sensor with 4K recording at 60p.

We already know that DJI Rumored to Announce an Action Camera to Compete with GoPro HERO7/8.

The company has already posted a teaser about upcoming DJI action camera. According to that the DJI Osmo Action to be announced on May 15th, 2019. Check out the DJI Osmo Action specs below. 

DJI Osmo Action Specs

  • 1/2.3′′ 12MP CMOS Image Sensor – Sony IMX377
  • Ambarella H2 image processor
  • FOV: 145° f2.8
  • Shutter: 1/8000-120s
  • Video specifications: 4K60p with 8x slow motion, HDR and automatic time-lapse photography
  • Shooting mode: single, AEB continuous shooting, countdown shooting, multiple continuous shooting, interval shooting

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Panasonic Lumix S1R Vs. Sony a7R III Vs. Nikon Z7 – Comparison

Dpreview TV has posted a side-by-side comparison of Panasonic S1R with Sony a7R III and Nikon Z7 full frame mirrorless cameras.

This is the high-resolution models of each manufacturer as from the video it seems that Panasonic S1R with Sony a7R III and Nikon Z7 offers different features for photographers.  Continue reading “Panasonic Lumix S1R Vs. Sony a7R III Vs. Nikon Z7 – Comparison”

Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L USM Lens Price, Availability, Specifications

Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L USM lens is a short-telephoto glass that provides the ideal focal length for portraits and a flattering perspective for faces.

The RF 85MM f/1.2L USM is one of Canon’s fastest aperture autofocus lenses for its full-frame mirrorless range of cameras. When coupled with the short telephoto length and Dual Pixel CMOS AF, the fast f/1.2 aperture creates stunning shallow depth of field, bokeh and background separation.

The fast prime optic will start shipping from June 20th, 2019. The US price for this lens is $2,699.00 and available for pre-order at B&H Photo Video/Adorama/Amazon. Continue reading “Canon RF 85mm f/1.2L USM Lens Price, Availability, Specifications”

Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2x Ultra-Macro APO Lens Review

Here is the first review of the Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2x Ultra-Macro APO lens for DSLR cameras.

This new 100mm lens can cover full frame sensor size and focus from 2:1 magnification to infinity. The lens has a similar physical size to other 100mm Macro lens in the market but its wider magnification range allows macro photographers to capture subjects at any sizes. This 100mm f/2.8 lens can also focus to infinity and serve as a portrait lens with exceptional optics quality.

Venus Optics lenses are sold at Adorama and B&H . Continue reading “Laowa 100mm f/2.8 2x Ultra-Macro APO Lens Review”

Canon RF Lens Roadmap 2020

Here is the latest Canon RF mount lens roadmap for 2020 and 2021 that has been shown to selected photographers. Canon’s plan is to release between 6 to 8 new RF mount lenses in 2020.

Canon has already announced f/2.8 zoom lenses, so it is time for the company to release some cheap and light f/4 zoom lenses. Canon will also release at least one “crazy look-what-we-can-do” lens (like RF 50mm f/1.2 L USM) in 2020. There will also be at least one fast L prime and some non-L lenses in 2020.  Continue reading “Canon RF Lens Roadmap 2020”

Canon EOS RP vs Sony a7 III : Which Mirrorless Camera to Buy in 2019 ?

Which Mirrorless Camera to Buy in 2019? Here is a comparison review of the Canon EOS RP vs Sony a7 III full frame mirrorless cameras.

The Canon EOS RP is currently the cheapest full-frame mirrorless camera on the market while the Sony a7 III is the best selling full-frame mirrorless camera according to Amazon sales. If you have to choose one of them and stuck between Canon EOS RP and Sony a7 III.   Continue reading “Canon EOS RP vs Sony a7 III : Which Mirrorless Camera to Buy in 2019 ?”

Sony a7S III to be capable of Recording 8K Video at 60p in 10bit

Sony a7S III is rumored to be able to record 8K Video at 60p in 10bit.

Latest rumors suggests that the Sony a7S III will use the new Sony MX435AQ 36MP full frame 8K sensor and it will be an 8K 60P 10bit 422 low light powerhouse. That means the Sony a7S III mirrorless camera will be capable of recording native 8K video at 60p in 10bit, and it can shoot 4K video at 480fps.  Continue reading “Sony a7S III to be capable of Recording 8K Video at 60p in 10bit”

Nikon D860 and Nikon Z8 to Feature 60MP Sensor

The upcoming high-resolution cameras for both DSLR and mirrorless to feature Sony’s new 60MP sensor.  Possible candidates for this sensor is the full frame Nikon D860 DSLR and the Nikon Z8 mirrorless cameras.  Continue reading “Nikon D860 and Nikon Z8 to Feature 60MP Sensor”