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Camera concepts

This Samsung NX-S1 concept camera incorporates an Android phone as part of a “smart” camera. Similar camera concept exists for the iPhone.   Instagram Socialmatic camera concept by ARD Studio:

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What else is new? [Weekend Digest]

Pentax Q10 sample images published in Japan. Rayqual announced various lens mount adapters for the Canon EOS M mirrorless camera. You can find Rayqual adapters on eBay. Ikelite announced underwater housing for Sony RX100 camera.

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Rumor: GoPro Hero 3 due before the end of the year

GoPro is rumored to announce a new Hero 3 camera before the end of the year. The new model will be slimmer and will also have built-in WiFi. No other details are available at that point.

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Sigma to continue to produce DSLR and compact system cameras for photo enthusiasts

In a recent interview with AP, Sigma’s CEO confirmed that they will continue to produce DSLR and compact system cameras for photo enthusiasts in the future: We will support both the DSLR and CSC systems. The only condition is we will focus on photo enthusiasts – people who love photography and who take pictures seriously. During the […]

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Sony NEX-5N is now discontinued

Several Sony NEX-5N models are listed as discontinued at B&H. There are still some white NEX-5N kits left at Adorama for $469.00 (add to cart to see final price). The Sony NEX-5N was announced on August 24, 2011.

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Pentax patent for a 70-200mm f/2.8 lens

Pentax filed a patent 2012-189817 in Japan for a 70-200mm f/2.8 lens:

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Panasonic G5 and Sony NEX-F3 get their DxoMark scores

DxOMark published their test results for the Panasonic G5 and Sony NEX-F3 cameras and this is how they compare to other similar models: Panasonic G5: 61 Panasonic GF5: 50 Olympus OM-D E-M5: 71 Sony NEX-F3: 73 Sony NEX-7: 81 Sony NEX-5N: 77

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Nauticam NA-LX7 underwater housing for Panasonic LX7

Nauticam announced NA-LX7 underwater housing for Panasonic LX7 compact camera with a depth rating of 100m. The price is set at $950, the estimated shipping date is Oct 20, 2012.

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Litepanels could block the import of third party LED lighting for photo and video in the US

I received an email with information that Litepanels (see products) has won an investigation before the ITC and could now block the import of all LED and solid state lighting for photo and video purposes in the US because they have a patent on that technology. The general exclusion order they are seeking could allow Litepanels to make […]

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Eye-Fi unveils new 16GB Pro X2 wireless memory card

Eye-Fi released a new Pro X2 SDHC 16GB Class 10 wireless memory card. The price is set at $99.99, while the price of previous models is reduced by $20. Detailed specs and press release:

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