What else is new? [Weekend Digest]
- Fujifilm released new firmware updates for the 18mm f/2, 35mm f/1.4 and 60mm f/2.4 XF lenses. The new Fujifilm X-E1 mirrorless camera and 14mm f/2.8 XF lens are expected to start shipping in the US on November 9-10, 2012.
- Yasuhara Madoka 180 Fisheye lens for Sony E-mount now available in the US (click on "more images" for some samples).
- Sigma currently offers up to $200 instant rebate on certain lenses.
- Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro HSM zoom lens listed as discontinued.
- DxO Optics Pro 8 will be available on October 29, 2012.
- Canon EOS-M mirrorless digital camera expected to start shipping next week.
- Phase One released Capture One Pro 7 RAW editing and photo management software.
- Fujifilm Reala 100 in 120 format is now discontinued (still available on Amazon).
- Canon reported their Q3/2012 earnings: revenue is down 13 percent to $10.3 billion compared to Q3 last year, profit is down by 42 percent.