Monthly Archives: August 2024

Digital cameras: a dying breed after smartphones wipe out decades of industry growth

Statista published two different charts showing camera ownership and shipments over the years: Digital cameras – a dying breed? “As the following chart based on data from Statista Consumer Insights shows, digital camera ownership has declined across the globe over the past few years, and it’s probably not a stretch to assume that usage has […]

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Samyang announced “Remaster Slim”: the world’s first optical exchange autofocus ultra-slim lens

The previous Samyang teaser was for a new “Remaster Slim” lens that was officially announced today – the world’s first optical exchange autofocus ultra-slim lens that allows you to exchange only the optical elements (optical system) inside the lens instead of replacing the entire lens:

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Adobe ACR version 16.5 August release

Adobe released ACR version 16.5 with support for the latest cameras and lenses: Canon EOS R1 Fujifilm XH2S + X-S20 REALA ACE film simulation camera matching profiles Nikon Z 6 III camera matching profiles Sony ZV-E10M2 SIGMA 10-18mm f/2.8 DC DN C023 Sony E PZ 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS II See the complete list here: List […]

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New Polarpro LightLeak lenses announced (E/R/Z/X)

Polarpro announced three new 16mm f/11, 28mm f/11, and 50mm f/11 LightLeak lenses for E/R/Z/X mount: “Get that timeless, nostalgic look straight in-camera with the PolarPro LightLeak lens. This lens brings back the timeless feel of analog photography, allowing you to instantly capture filmic-style images with your professional digital setup. It’s a useful alternative for […]

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The latest Kickstarter/Indiegogo updates

The latest Kickstarter/Indiegogo updates: New: Finder TW2 AI-powered astrophotography telescope Almost $60k raised; SPINN.DESIGN CW.02 water-resistant wrapper Ending soon: LINKFLOW BOLD outdoor safety camera Still available: LIT DUO 1 light meter Still available: OnePro backpack designed for outdoor photography Still available: SwitchLens Micro Four Thirds camera for smartphones Now on Indiegogo: Ultra plates for Arca-compatible tripods […]

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What else is new?

Please support: Nikon FM3A film camera on Lego Ideas New Nikon Nikkor 28-135mm power zoom cinema lens? Canon 200-1000mm F6.3-9 IS Patent Found New Leica Store Wuhan SKP opened in China The Leica SL2-S camera and lens kits are now $1,000 off in the US Fujifilm X-T30 EVF Diopter Mod and 3D Printable Angular 49mm […]

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New camera bags from Gura Gear and Peak Design

Gura Gear announced a new Mara travel duffel camera bag: “The Mara Travel Duffel is designed to address the problems we’ve encountered traveling the world. They are Lightweight and extremely durable, filled with organizational and design features that take the headache out of packing and loading, and comfortable shoulder straps which make carrying the duffel […]

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7Artisans announced a new 35mm f/1.4 III full-frame manual focus lens for $189 (E/R/Z/L)

  7Artisans announced a new and updated 35mm f/1.4 III full-frame manual focus lens for E/R/Z/L mount: TTArtisans online store (international shipping) Amazon US | UK | Canada | Germany | France | Italy | Spain | Additional information:

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