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Fuji X-Pro 1 press release

This is the entire Fuji X-Pro 1 press release: Fujifilm is proud to announce the new model changes the rules in the new interchangeable lens system: Fujifilm X-Pro1. This camera is aimed at a professional audience and advanced amateurs and incorporates advanced technologies such as Trans-X’s unique sensor CMOSTM megapixel APS-C 16, a new X […]

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Ricoh GXR A12 unit for Leica M mount lens now shipping in the US

The Ricoh GXR A12 unit for Leica M mount lens now shipping in the US. B&H currently has it in stock for $649.

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New: Sigma 19mm f/2.8 and 30mm f/2.8 EX DN lenses for Micro Four Thirds camera

Two new Micro Four Thirds lenses from Sigma will be announced tomorrow: Sigma 19mm f/2.8 EX DN: When used on a Micro Four Thirds format mirrorless camera, Sigma’s new 19mm f/2.8 EX DN has the effective FOV of a 38mm lens on a full-frame DSLR, which should appeal to street photographers and photojournalists.  Regardless of your choice of camera, the […]

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Canon Powershot G1 X camera now available for pre-order

The new Canon Powershot G1 X camera is now available for pre-order at Adorama for $799.00. B&H and Amazon are also taking pre-orders.

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The new Canon Powershot G1 X is out

Canon announced their top of the line G1 X Powershot camera ($799): LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., January 9, 2012 – Continuing to revolutionize the digital camera market, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today announced the introduction of a new flagship PowerShot model, the PowerShot G1 X, in addition to two stylish PowerShot ELPH […]

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Detailed Fuji X-Pro 1 specs

Here are the detailed Fuii X-Pro 1 specs: Number of effective pixels: 16.3 million pixels Image sensor 23.6mm×15.6mm(APS-C)X-Trans CMOS with primary color filter Sensor Cleaning system: Ultra Sonic Vibration Storage media: SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC(UHS-I) memory card File format: (still image) “JPEG (Exif Ver 2.3 *2), RAW (RAF format), RAW+JPEG Movie: H.264 with […]

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Fujifilm X-Pro 1 body now available for pre-order

In addition to the three new lenses, you can now also pre-order the Fujifilm X-Pro 1 body at Amazon for $1,699.95. The official X-Pro 1 announcement should happen on Monday, January 9th around noon:

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Two new images of the Fuji X-Pro 1 camera

Those are two new images of the Fuji X-Pro 1 camera. For all other details, check the posts from the past 24 hours.

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The three new Fujifilm XF lenses are now listed on Amazon

The three new Fujifilm XF lenses or the X-Pro 1 camera leaked on Amazon – you can even pre-order them: Fujifilm Lens X-Pro1 35mm F1.4 Lens 35mm F1.4 Lens (53mm Equivalent) 8 Elements in 6 Groups (Inc. 1 Asph. Element) Angle of view – 44.2 Degrees Filter Size 52mm Fujifilm Lens X-Pro1 18mm F2.0 Lens 18mm […]

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The new Fuji X-Trans sensor in the X-Pro 1 should reduce/eliminate moiré

Back in October 2011, Fujifilm representative claimed that their upcoming mirrorless interchangeable lens camera (X-Pro 1) will have resolution and low noise that will rival the performance of 35mm full size sensor. Fuji’s secret will be their new Fuji X-Trans sensor and EXR Pro processor. I am not very clear on the details, but the story goes like that:

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