Olympus published more details on their Open Platform Community (OPC) camera protype

By PR admin | Published: January 8, 2015

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During the 2014 Photokina show Olympus announced their new Open Platform Community (OPC) camera prototype with a Micro Four Third mount. Since then, the company has uploaded more information on that project at their dedicated website. Here are the unit’s specifications:

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New Flashpoint zoom Li-on on-camera flash for Nikon and Canon cameras

By PR admin | Published: January 7, 2015

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Adorama announced a new Flashpoint zoom Li-on TTL flash for Nikon and Canon cameras with 1.5 second full-power recycle time:
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More info on the new Pentax DSLR camera and collapsible lens

By PR admin | Published: January 7, 2015

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Here is some additional information on the new Pentax DSLR camera (here is a picture of the top of the camera) Ricoh announced at the CES show:

  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • Dual control wheels
  • Fully articulating LCD
  • Weather sealing
  • Video mode on the on/off switch
  • Decorative LED rings (toned down compared to the K-S1)
  • Multiple color options

More information on the new collapsible Pentax kit lens:

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Sony got new 4k action cameras (CES 2015)

By PR admin | Published: January 6, 2015

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At the 2015 CES show Sony announced the FDR-X1000V – the first 4K action cam with video recording at 4K/30p (100 Mbps). TheFDR-X1000V has advanced SteadyShot technology and new wind noise reduction feature. The price is $499. Here are the remaining specs:

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Deal of the day: Sony NEX-7 with 18-55mm lens for $598 with free accessories

By PR admin | Published: January 6, 2015

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For the next 24 hours B&H has a special deal on the Sony NEX-7 camera with 18-55mm lens for $598 (that’s $650 off) with free expedited shipping plus free Ruggard shoulder bag and free Vello glass LCD screen protector (while supply lasts).

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Fujifilm announced a new Fujinon XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR lens

By PR admin | Published: January 6, 2015

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Fujifilm announced a new Fujinon XF 16-55mm f/2.8 R LM WR lens priced at $1,199.95 (available for pre-order at B&H, Amazon and Adorama). Here are the lens specifications and press release, sample images can be found here:

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Panasonic announces 5 new Lumix compact cameras at CES

By PR admin | Published: January 5, 2015

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Panasonic announced five new Lumix compact cameras at CES. The other news is that the CM1 smartphone is coming to the US this summer.

Here are the basic specifications of the new Lumix cameras:

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Yongnuo also has a YN-2.0X III teleconverter clone for Canon EOS EF lenses

By PR admin | Published: January 5, 2015

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In addition to the 35mm and 50mm lenses, Yongnuo also has a Canon 2x teleconverter clone that sell for less than half of the price of the original Canon version. Here are the specifications:

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New Pentax products on display at CES

By PR admin | Published: January 5, 2015

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Here are the details on the new Pentax/Ricoh products:

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Venus Optics announced new 60mm f/2.8 Ultra-Macro lens: the world’s first 2:1 magnification lens with infinity focus

By PR admin | Published: January 5, 2015

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It seems that this is an old announcement, but I just spotted it online: Venus Optics announced a new 60mm f/2.8 Ultra-Macro lens, the world’s first 2:1 magnification lens with infinity focus. The lens will be available in Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony Alpha and Pentax K mounts and can be purchased on eBay.

Update: a review of the Venus 60mm f/2.8 lens can be found here.

Additional information after the break.

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