Category Archives: Panasonic

The latest patents from Panasonic, Konica Minolta and Canon

Panasonic filed design patents for a camera that could be the next M43 model in the GF product line.

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Panasonic talks again about 4k cameras in 2014

In a recent interview with DCWatch, Panasonic confirmed previous rumors that a new GH camera with 4k video will likely be announced in 2014. Here  are the main points from the interview:

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Sigma 24-105mm f/4 DG OS HSM lens (Canon) and Panasonic GM1 now shipping

The recently announced Sigma 24-105mm F/4 DG OS HSM lens (for Canon mount) and Panasonic GM1 MFT camera are now shipping and currently in stock: The Sigma lens is in stock at B&H and Fotohanskeuzekamp The Panasonic GM1 camera is in stock at B&H and Fotohanskeuzekamp

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Panasonic to announce five new digital cameras in 2014

Nikkei.com published an article called “Panasonic to halve digital camera releases in 2014”, here are the main points:

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The latest patents from Canon, Olympus, Ricoh, Sigma and Panasonic

→ Canon filed a patent for a camera with a transparent mirror. → Sigma filed a patent for a 300mm f/2.8 APO lens. → Olympus filed a patent for a 250mm f/5 reflex lens for MFT cameras.

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Panasonic announced a new 16.4MP CMOS sensor for FourThirds cameras

Panasonic announced a new 16.4MP CMOS image sensor (MN34230PL) for FourThirds cameras: “Panasonic’s νMaicovicon® image sensor delivers stunning images with high resolution pictures and rich colors at a touch of a button. Taking D-SLR camera technology to a higher level with exceptional quality and capturing scenes from any season, anywhere in the world.” Key features […]

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The upcoming Leica DG Nocticron 42,5mm f/1.2 ASPH MFT lens is huge

The upcoming Leica/Panasonic DG Nocticron 42,5mm f/1.2 ASPH MFT lens is huge compared to the small GX7 body. You could not get a feeling for the size of the lens from the press image:

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Panasonic filed design patents for new cameras

Panasonic filed design patents in Japan for several different camera models (above: classical design). Here is the Panasonic GF design:

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