Monthly Archives: January 2018

Fujifilm FinePix XP130 waterproof camera leaked online

The specifications and press release of the upcoming Fujifilm FinePix XP130 waterproof camera leaked online (previously rumored/reported here). The XP130 will be the replacement for the current Fujifilm FinePix XP120 model. The new camera will be available in yellow, blue and white colors. The official announcement should be in the next few days (January 24th […]

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Update on the Kodak Ektachrome film revival

After Kodak announced last year that they will bring back Ektachrome film, here is an update from the film factory on the progress:

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Did you know you can get EDU savings at B&H?

I mentioned this a while back here on the blog, but did you know that you can get all kinds of EDU savings at B&H? In order to take advantage of this offer, you have to first register. The savings vary by manufacturer: Sony – 10% off Fujifilm – up to $200 off Zeiss – 12% off Sigma – […]

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The new DJI Mavic Air drone leaked ahead of announcement

Last week I posted a teaser about the upcoming DJI Mavic Air drone. We now have the leaked pictures and specs – the official announcement is tomorrow: 32MP camera with a panorama mode (I’m guessing the drone spins, not the camera). 4K video (Drone DJ believes at up to 60fps) 3-axis gimbal Folding legs for a […]

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Major Canon mirrorless camera announcement coming soon?

    Canon is rumored to have sent invitations to dealers for major mirrorless presentation next month ahead of the CP+ show. Canon also recently asked select professionals what they want in a mirrorless camera. Another rumor is that the next Canon mirrorless camera could have 4K video. In a recent Nikkei interview, Canon’s Chairman & […]

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What else is new?

A quick update on the rumored Nikon full-frame mirrorless camera Z-mount Schacht Travegon 50mm f/2.5 lens for Leica M-mount now on Kickstarter C.P. Goerz Citograph 35mm f/8 “always-in-focus” lens for Leica M-mount The new HD PENTAX-D FA ★ 50mm f/1.4 SDM AW lens to be released soon Fujifilm GFX 50S Arca Swiss L-Bracket With Full […]

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First leaked picture of the upcoming Zeiss Loxia 25mm f/2.4 lens

The first picture of the previously rumored Zeiss Loxia 25mm f/2.4 lens leaked online. The official announcement is expected in the first half of 2018 (probably in February). Here are the rumored specifications: Filter diameter: 52mm Minimum shooting distance: 25cm Weight: 393g Expected price: €1,299 Zeiss currently has the following Loxia mirrorless lenses for Sony E-mount: 21mm, 35mm, 50mm, and 85mm. Via SonyAddict […]

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Leaked pictures of the upcoming Canon G7X Mark III camera

I received the first leaked pictures of the upcoming Canon G7X Mark III camera that will replace the previous Canon G7X Mark II model. I have no other technical information, but the official announcement will be for the CP+ show that starts in March this year. Stay tuned for updates. Update: the picture is fake.

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Sigma confirms again their plans for new FE lenses designed for Sony mirrorless cameras

In a recent post on the Chinese social media platform Weibo (already deleted), Sigma confirmed again what they already told us in various interviews over the past two years  – the company is planning to introduce a new line of full-frame FE lenses designed for Sony mirrorless cameras. The first obvious choices are 35mm f/1.4 and […]

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What’s next?

With the latest new products announcements at CES, here is an updated list of all upcoming/rumored cameras and lenses:

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