Panasonic G95 Coming in April with 20MP Sensor

The successor to the Lumix G85 (Amazon | B&H | Adorama) , the upcoming Panasonic Lumix G95 camera is rumored to be announced in April.

The new and updated SLR-style mid-range interchangeable lens mirrorless camera  is also rumored feature 20.0-megapixel Digital Live MOS Sensor and new Venus Engine. Continue reading “Panasonic G95 Coming in April with 20MP Sensor”

Firmware : Major Sony a9 Version 5.0 Released

Major Sony A9 firmware update version 5.0 has been released.

Firmware version 5.0 for the Sony α9 adds Sony’s newly-developed, AI-driven Real-time Tracking mode for precise and robust subject tracking.

The Sony a9 is now $500 off: Adorama | B&H |Amazon

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Sony A7S III Announcement Rumored for October 2019

Next Sony full frame E-mount camera would be the Sony A7S III as the third version of this low-light king rumored  before October 2019.

According to recent reports, we can see the Sony A7S III announcement before October. So expect a product announcement in late Summer.

To combine previous reports from the rumor mill, we can cleary expect a new sensor, maybe with global shutter  and 4k @ 60p video shooting speed. Continue reading “Sony A7S III Announcement Rumored for October 2019”

Sony Working on Enthusiast APS-C camera – Sony A6700 ?

In a recent interview with Imaging Resource, Sony confirmed again that they are actively working on enthusiast APS-C camera.

We know that the Fujifilm X-T3 and X-T30 uses the 26MP X-Trans BSI-CMOS 4 sensor that is made by Sony. It’s the most advanced APS-C sensor in the market today. We believe that a possible Sony A6700 camera will use this sensor with improved AF and the addition of 4K @60p 4:2:2 10 bit video mode.

See here: Rumored Sony a6700/a7000 Specs : 26MP, 12fps, 4K, Dual SD Slot

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Fujifilm X-T30 vs X-T3 vs X-T20 vs Sony A6400 – Comparison

Here are the important aspects of the Fujifilm X-T30 vs X-T3 vs X-T20 vs Sony A6400. The comparison table below covers all the important specifications of each camera.

The Fujifilm X-T30 comes with the same 26MP X-Trans BSI-CMOS 4 sensor and X-Processor 4 as the X-T3.

Let’s see how these mid to high-end APS-c sensor cameras, Fujifilm X-T30 vs X-T3 vs X-T20 vs Sony A6400 compare.

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Tamron Interview About Mirrorless Lenses for Canon RF & Nikon Z Mount

In an interview with Tamron executives at CP+ 2019 by French website Phototrend, Tamron said that they are still studying on whether they will release Canon RF mount and Nikon Z mount full frame mirrorless lenses. The company is also working for a new telephoto zoom lens for Sony E-mount full frame mirrorless cameras.

  • The new announced Tamron 17-28mm f/2.8 Di III RXD Lens has superb optical quality, as is the FE 28-75mm f/2.8. It will have a competitive price, much lower than Sony lenses.
  • We are still studying on releasing Canon RF mount & Nikon Z mount mirrorless lenses, when time is ready, we are happy to develop these lenses.
  • About new announced Tamron SP 35mm f/1.4 Di USD Lens: Our goal with this lens is to be the number 1 of 35mm f / 1.4 in terms of quality.
  • Tamron FE telephoto zoom lens for Sony full frame mirrorless cameras will also coming, and also some FE prime lenses.

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Nikon ViewNX-i, Capture NX-D, Picture Control and Snapbridge Software Updates

Nikon released new versions of ViewNX-i, Capture NX-D, Picture Control and Snapbridge software updates.

The company also released Nikon Coolpix A300 firmware update version 1.3. Check out the download links and software update details below.  Continue reading “Nikon ViewNX-i, Capture NX-D, Picture Control and Snapbridge Software Updates”

Fujifilm X-Pro3 Camera Will be Made in Japan

Fujifilm X-Pro3 camera is rumored to be made in Japan. This is important because Fuji moved the Fujifilm X-T3 production to China but recent reports indicates that the next Fujifilm X-Pro3  camera will still be made in Japan.

The X-series is one of the most popular mirrorless interchangeable-lens camera in the company’s lineup. The flagship Fujifilm X-Pro3 announcement is rumored to happen in late 2019 to early 2020.  Continue reading “Fujifilm X-Pro3 Camera Will be Made in Japan”

Sony a6400 vs Canon 6D Mark II Autofocus Comparison

Here is a autofocus comparison of the Sony a6400 vs Canon 6D Mark II cameras. In this video below you can see how the Sony’s latest Real-Time Tracking compares to the Canon’s Dual Pixel Autofocus.

Sony A6400 has 425 autofocus points for both phase detection and contrast detection. This is the first Sony E-mount camera that has Real-time Eye AF, which opens up the excellent eye detection continuous autofocusing to be used anywhere without requiring a separate button to activate. Later this year, Eye AF for Animals will also be added to this camera. Check out the video below for Sony a6400 vs Canon 6D Mark II Autofocus Comparison. Continue reading “Sony a6400 vs Canon 6D Mark II Autofocus Comparison”

Olympus PEN-F Mark II Camera to be Announced in 2019

Olympus PEN-F Mark II camera is rumored to be announced sometime in 2019.

Here are some predictions about the Olympus PEN-F Mark II. The first one in the series already uses the latest 20MP Four Thirds sensor. So the next generation model could be a minor upgrade to this one. Check out the rumored Olympus PEN-F Mark II specifications. Continue reading “Olympus PEN-F Mark II Camera to be Announced in 2019”