Monthly Archives: May 2009

Sony Alpha 800 DSLR

I received some info on a upcoming Sony a800 DSLR – I cannot confirm it at that point:

16.2MP full frame sensor exmor R (new technology)
100-25600 ISO
8 frame/sec
SSI, same a900 OVF, new AF system,
GPS and WiFi built-in
3.5 in. LCD display
Pop-up flash
Flash sync (1/500)
Camera level
23 AF sensors
Quick Live View
Video Full HD
Dust/splashes sealed
Aluminum-magnesium alloy body
Released early September, 2009

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Olympus E-P1 (Micro Four Thirds)

Some info on the next Micro Four Thirds camera from Olympus: it will be named E-P1. The confusion here is that two years ago Olympus already had a prototype with the name E-P1. We should know more in the next two weeks, prior to the official announcement.
Here is another screenshot from slrclub for Olympus camera model E-P1:

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Did you know…

… that the new Panasonic GH1 will be available in 3 different colors (for now the pre-orders  are only for black – expected delivery: June, 2009) ?

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And one more on the future of the Apple camera

Update: iPhone 3.0 may have an autofocus camera.
After the first post about the future of the Apple digital camera, I came across those job postings – I know, they are mainly for the iPhone, but I still think that Apple is paying too much attention to the camera portion of their products lately:

Of course Apple [...]

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Fuji S6 Pro rumor sparked again

The rumor for a replacement of the current Fuji S5 Pro has been circulating for a while and recently got rejuvenated with this post on dpreview.

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Tokina to start producing lenses for Sony Alpha mount?

Here is the email that triggered this rumor:
Dear Sirs,
All Tokina lenses fit on Nikon and Canon cameras only.
We are now studying and developing Sony alpha mount
and will make a publicity as soon as ready, possibly end
parts of this year.
Best regards
Tokina Sales Division
Source: Dyxum

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