Plustek released few sample images scanned with their new OpticFilm 120 professional grade scanner ($1,999.99): The images in this directory are unedited images that were scanned using the Auto CCR function of LaserSoft SilverFast Ai Studio 8. No other adjustments or dust and scratch removal were made. Consider these images to be similar to “straight out of camera” […]
Sony has a new teaser on their Facebook page for “The new F” or the “The future, ahead of schedule” coming on October 30th, 2012. The speculations are for a new F-class Super 35mm cinema camera (F5?) that will probably support 4k and will cost around $20k. In Sony’s cinema cameras product line, the F5 will […]
GoPro announced their new Hero 3 action camera. Three different versions are available: GoPro HERO3: Black Edition Camera (pre-order for $399.99) Supports 4K, 2.7K, 1440p & 1080p Video Capture 12, 7 or 5 Megapixel Photos 12-Megapixel Low-Light Image Sensor Wide Angle 6-Element Aspherical Lens Camera Housing Waterproof to 197′ (60 m) Built-In Wi-Fi & GoPro App […]
GoPro confirmed on their Facebook page the previous rumors about a new Hero 3 camera. The official announcement will be tonight. The new version is expected to be about half the size of the Hero 2 and will come with built-in Wi-Fi capabilities. Stay tuned for detailed coverage in few hours.
The Fujifilm X-E1 mirrorless camera is now shipping in Europe – see the above unboxing video from PCH located in Brussels. In the US, the X-E1 is expected to start shipping on November 10th, 2012.
In a interview with dpreview, Phil Molyneux (President and Chief Operating Officer of Sony Electronics) talked again about the possibility of developing a full frame E-mount interchangeable lens camera:
According to the latest rumors, the new GoPro Hero 3 camera will be announced this week. As previously reported, the new model will be about half the size of the Hero 2 and will come with built-in Wi-Fi capabilities. GoPro recently announced a new iPhone app – I am pretty sure the new Hero 3 will be […]
Rockynook has a new book: “Mastering the Fujifilm X-Pro 1” that is currently available for pre-order on Amazon US, Amazon Canada, Amazon France and Amazon Japan. The expected release date is December 28, 2012. Here is the book’s description taken from the publisher’s website: Mastering the Fujifilm X-Pro 1 provides a wealth of experienced-based information and insights for […]
Olympus filed a new patent in Japan for a 8-20mm f/2.8-4 lens for Micro Four Thirds:
The Stow-Away lens cap holder project on Kickstarter offers an accessory for SLR cameras that attaches to the tripod mount and holds your lens caps (varying from 52mm to 72mm in size) while shooting:
