Another action cam was recently released: the Drift HD Ghost ($399) supports 1080p, 960p, 720p video recording and can capture high-resolution still image. The camcorder has built-in Wi-Fi and can communicate with iOS and Android mobile devices via the Drift Mobile App. Here are the main features:
Sigma published several sample images taken with the SD1 and their new 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM lens ($899). The full size sample can be downloaded here. Update: more Sigma 35mm f/1.4 sample images taken with a Canon 5D are available here, here and here (last set taken with Canon EOS M).
Sony is a big corporation, but it seems that they cannot find the funds to grow their imaging business. After their stock hit 32 years low and its credit rating was cut to near-junk status, the company decided to sale convertible bonds in order to raise 150 billion yen ($1.9 billion) for their imaging division. Sony recently invested around $650 […]
The Fuji X-E1 mirrorless camera is now shipping in the US and is currently in stock at B&H and Amazon. The X-E1 kit that contains the XF 18-55mm f/2.8-4.0 zoom lens is now available in Europe, but not yet in the US. There are also no signs of the new XF 14mm f/2.8 R ultra wide-angle lens. Here […]
Olympus announced details on the M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 17mm f/1.8 lens that was initially introduced at Photokina. The US price of the lens is $499 and is currently available for pre-order. A nice review and sample images of the new 17mm f/1.8 lens can be found here. Olympus M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 17mm f/1.8 main specifications and optional accessories:
The Olympus M.ZUIKO DIGITAL 17mm f/1.8 lens will be officially announced in few hours. The price of the lens is expected to be €499 (around $600), the lens hood will cost €60 ($70). Some more sample images can be found here.
Samsung quietly released a new white version of their Samsung EX2F compact camera. The specs and price ($499) are identical as the black version: 12.4MP 1/1.7″ BSI CMOS Sensor 24-80mm Equivalent Lens 3.3x Optical & 4x Digital Zoom 3.0″ Swivel AMOLED Display Dual Optical & Digital Stabilization Full HD 1080p Video with Stereo Sound Expandable ISO […]
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