Photo Rumors

Kodak earned $19 million in third quarter

By PR admin | Published: November 4, 2014

After years of financial troubles, Kodak reported $19 million earnings in third quarter:

The latest patents from Ricoh, Olympus, Canon and Fuji

By PR admin | Published: November 4, 2014

→ Ricoh continues to file lens patents for a camera with a small sensor: 6mm f/1.8 lens designed for a 1.5″ sensor and 16mm f/1.4 lens designed for a 2/3″ sensor.

→ Olympus filed a patent for a camera lens module for smart phones (similar to the Sony QX series)

→ Olympus got a new patent application for a 5.2-64.3mm f/2.8 lens for 1/1.7″ sensor (24-300mm equivalent). Could this lens be used in the Stylus1 replacement?

→ Canon filed a patent for a 35mm f/1.4 lens.

→ Canon filed a patent for a EF-M 55-250mm f/4.5-6.3 lens (for Canon’s EOS M mirrorless product line).

Posted in Canon, Fuji, Olympus, Ricoh| Tagged Patents| 6 Comments

The Kodak Pixpro SP360 is a new 360 degrees HD action camera

By PR admin | Published: November 3, 2014

JK Imaging announced another Kodak branded 360 Degrees HD action camera – the Kodak Pixpro SP360 ($399.99). Here are the basic specifications (detailed specifications are available here):

360º viewing range
Built-in 16MP 1/2.33″ MOS sensor
2m shockproof / -10ºC freezeproof / dustproof / water resistant
Wi-Fi / NFC connectivity
Control wirelessly with iOS & Android devices
Supports 1080p30 and 720p60 video
Captures 10.6MP Photos Up to 10 fps
microSD/SDHC Memory Card Slot

Posted in JK Imaging, Kodak| 16 Comments

The upcoming Samsung S 300mm f/2.8 ED OIS NX lens is huge

By PR admin | Published: November 2, 2014

Here are few pictures of the upcoming Samsung S 300mm f/2.8 ED OIS NX lens (previously reported here) attached to a NX1 and it’s huge:

Posted in Samsung| Tagged Samsung S 300mm f/2.8 ED OIS NX lens| 35 Comments

What else is new?

By PR admin | Published: October 31, 2014

→ Sony quietly announced new G Series XQD version 2 memory cards (priced between $163.50 and $799.95).

→ The Pentax K-5 IIs DSLR camera is now $300 off. Check out also the latest lens discounts.

→ The Canon EOS 7D Mark II camera is now shipping and is currently in stock.

→ DxO OpticsPro 10 released (you can get a discount with coupon code BHPPE14).

→ New Mitakon 42.5mm f/1.2 lens for MFT, Sony E and Fuji X mounts.

→ Think Tank Photo announced new bags for mirrorless cameras.

Posted in Canon, Pentax, Sony| Tagged Pentax K-5 II| 11 Comments

Topaz Labs Clarity 25% off deal ends tomorrow

By PR admin | Published: October 30, 2014

A quick reminder: the current Topaz Labs Clarity 25% off deal (with coupon code Octclarity) is ending tomorrow.

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Pentax HD DA 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6 ED DC WR lens officially announced

By PR admin | Published: October 30, 2014

Pentax officially announced a new DA 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6 ED DC WR lens for DSLR cameras (the lens was initially introduced at Photokina). The price is $746.95 (available for pre-order). Here are the lens specifications:

Focal Length	16-85mm
(in 35mm format equivalent)	24.5-130mm
Maximum Aperture	F3.5-5.6
Minimum Aperture	F22-38
Lens Construction	16elements in 12groups
Angle of View	83-19°
Lens Mount	KAF3
Minimum Focusing Distance	0.35m (1.15 ft.)
Maximum Magnification	0.26x
Filter Diameter	72mm
Diaphragm Control	Fully automatic
Number of Diaphragm Blades	7
Number of Diaphragm Blades	Rounded aperture (16mm: F3.5-4.5, 85mm: F5.6-8)
Aperture Ring	N/A
Tripod Compatibility	N/A
Lens Hood	PH-RBA72
Lens Cap	O-LC72
Lens Case	S90-140
Maximum Diameter x Length	Approx.78mm x 94mm (3.1 inch x 3.7 inch)
Weight	Approx.488g /17.2 oz (with hood Approx.517g /18.2 oz)
Bundle	Hood, Lens cap, Mount cap
Others	HD Coating
	SP (Super Protect) Coating
	Quick-shift Focus System

Main features:

Posted in Pentax| 51 Comments

Olympus Stylus 1s camera announced in Japan only

By PR admin | Published: October 29, 2014

The previously rumored Olympus Stylus 1s camera was officially announced in Japan today. There are no indications if the new model will be available in other countries. Here is a quick specs comparison with the previous model: