Monthly Archives: July 2014

David Hobby reportedly leaks pictures on flickr taken with a new Fuji X100T camera

This one is filed under the “there is always one” category: David Hobby (aka as Strobist) reportedly uploaded a set of photos on flickr (now removed) that were taken with a new Fuji X100T camera (see the discussions on Reddit and Dpreview). David Hobby has been working with Fujifilm in the past and it is not […]

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Sony 2/3″ curved sensor coupled with a 20mm f/1.2 lens specifications

The Chinese website cnbeta.com published the specifications of a 2/3″ curved Sony sensor coupled with a 20mm f/1.2 lens. This specific setup is designed for a cell phone camera. Sony is also rumored to announce a RX1 replacement that will feature a full frame curved sensor. There is a good chance that Nikkei’s report on the new Sony […]

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Hasselblad to launch a new CFV-50c CMOS digital back for V System

Hasselblad announced a new CFV-50c CMOS digital back for their V system. Last year Hasselblad announced the end of life for their V camera line because of declining demand. Here are the details on the new digital back:

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The latest deals on photo gear

→ Blackmagic Pocket Cinema camera is now 50% off. → Save up to $225 on SanDisk Pro CF cards. → Topaz Labs ReMask is 50% off till July 31st with coupon code “julyremask”. Topaz Labs recently released a free ReMask update for existing customers. → Adorama currently offers up to $300 off on selected Samsung cameras, including the Samsung NX mini, Samsung […]

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Metz Mecablitz 64 AF-1 flash officially announced, Phottix Mitros+ for Sony now shipping

The previously rumored Metz Mecablitz 64 AF-1 flash is now officially announced. Here is the 64 AF-1 description from metz.com (detailed specifications can be found here): “This top model puts every subject in the perfect light: the mecablitz 64 AF-1 digital impresses with its high-performance guide number 64 at ISO 100/21° and 200mm focal length. […]

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Olympus to announce the ED 40-150mm f/2.8 PRO and a new black ED 12mm f/2 MFT lenses

In the next few weeks Olympus will announce a new black ED 12mm f/2 lens (this will not be a limited/special edition like the previous version) and the ED 40-150mm f/2.8 PRO lens that was initially introduced in September, 2013. Both lenses are designed for Micro Four Thirds cameras. Olympus already has a silver 12mm f/2 lens that costs […]

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Deal of the day: Ricoh GR camera bundle for $796.95 ($427.95 in savings)

Adorama currently has a sale on the Ricoh GR camera bundle for $796.95 (savings of $427.95). The bundle includes: Ricoh GR Pocket-Size Compact Digital Camera (regular $696.95) Ricoh GF-1 TTL Flash for GR & GXR Camera Guide 108 (regular $249) Ricoh GV-1 External Viewfinder for GR Cameras (regular $229) Ricoh DB-65 Li-ion Rechargeable Battery for the GR-III […]

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Pentax XG-1 camera with 52x zoom officially announced

Ricoh Japan officially announced the previously rumored Pentax XG-1 camera. Here are the XG-1 specifications:

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