Monthly Archives: March 2022

What else is new: Sigma 28-70mm f/2.0 full-frame lens patent and more

Sigma 20mm f/1.4 and 23mm f/1.4 Mirrorless APS-C Patent Found Cheap 28mmm external optical viewfinder for Ricoh GR and Leica cameras Ricoh Image Sync version 2.1.11 is released

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First leaked picture of the new Hasselblad X2D camera

Three months ago I reported that a new Hasselblad X system camera is rumored for 2022 and it seems that we already have the first leaked picture from the upcoming Hasselblad X2D: For comparison, here is a picture of the current Hasselblad X1D model – the first major difference is the new top LCD screen:

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This is how Ricoh is planning to restructure their camera business

Back in January Ricoh announced that they will be restructuring their camera business (see also this post). Today Ricoh issues a press release with some additional details – here is a recap:

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The OM System Olympus OM-1 flagship camera will start shipping on March 18th

The new OM-System Olympus OM-1 flagship camera will start shipping on March 18th (press release). Update: the new OM System Olympus OM-1 flagship camera is now in stock at Amazon. Pre-orders: Adorama | B&H | Amazon | WEX | Calumet First look | Explora The Olympus OM-1 camera processing power offers room to grow in terms of future firmware updates

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CIPA: worldwide camera shipment will decrease 6.1% this year (2022)

CIPA released their annual market outlook for shipment of cameras and lenses – the worldwide camera shipment will decrease 6.1% this year (2022):

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