Canon EOS 7D Mark II rumored specifications

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Another set of rumored Canon EOS 7D Mark II camera specifications is currently floating around (see previous set of specs from November 2012):

  • 21MP APS-C
  • ISO 100-25600 (L: 50, H1: 51200, H2: 102400)
  • 10fps
  • Video 'stills burst' mode 30/60 fps
  • Full HD video with manual control
  • Single CF card slot
  • 19 AF Points all cross
  • On chip phase detect pixels for live view and AF tracking
  • 100% viewfinder
  • Viewfinder LCD higher resolution than 7D
  • 3.2" LCD
  • GPS, Wi-Fi
  • Alloy body with better weather sealing over 7D
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Samsung NX300 starts shipping in the next few days, Usain Bolt is the new face of the NX line

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The Samsung NX300 mirrorless camera will start shipping in the next few days and Usain Bolt is the new face behind the NX product line. Here is a recap of the main technical camera specifications:

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Pentax full frame DSLR camera is coming, but not tomorrow

Pentax full frame DSLR camera rumors

Ok, it seems that the rumors I reported in my last Pentax post were bogus, but this doesn't change the fact that a full frame Pentax DSLR camera is coming soon - see yesterday's tweet from Pentax Australia. Last year Pentax Australia also tried to convince their Twitter audience that "good things are coming".

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Canon rumored to announce high megapixel DSLR camera by the end of 2013

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The rumored high megapixel Canon DSLR camera will probably be announced in October/September this year. The new 1 series body will most likely have a 47MP sensor, but there are also rumors for a 39MP or 50+MP sensors. The release time frame for this high MP Canon camera matches with the rumored 36MP Nikon D4x announcement.

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Pentax K-3 24MP full frame camera announcement on March 27th?

Pentax ful frame DSLR camera

Few weeks ago I reported that Pentax is going to soon introduce several new DSLR cameras as early as this month. RiceHigh received some information that the 24MP Pentax K-3 full frame camera will be announced next week on March 27. In another post, RiceHigh reports about photographer Mike Svitek who has posted this on hig g+ account:

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What else is new?

Digital camera without batteries

  • You won't need batteries with this Sun & Cloud” digital camera - the built-in  solar panel and hand crank will allow to generate enough power to use the camera.

Fujifilm FinePix S8400W camera
Fujifilm FinePix XP200 camera

Fujifilm photographic films

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Brenthaven BX2 camera backpack review

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This is a quick review of the Brenthaven BX2 camera backpack (Model #: 1703). The first thing I noticed after I picked up the BX2 was how light it was - with a weight of 2.8 lb I believe this is one of the lightest backpacks in this category (the similar sized Lowepro DSLR Video Fastpack 250 AW for example weights 3.9 lb).

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Another price increase on Fujifilm photographic films coming next month

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Today Fujifilm announced another "substantial", at least double digit price increase on Fujifilm photographic films effective from April 2013 onward. Just a reminder that in May last year the company already had a 20% across the line price increase on black and white, color negative, and color reversal films in the US. If you are shooting film, check the current Fujifilm offering and pricing at B&H and Adorama.

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Canon EOS Rebel SL1 announcement

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Canon EOS Rebel SL1 camera size comparison

Canon officially announced their smallest DSLR camera: the EOS Rebel SL1. The main specs are:

  • 18.0MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
  • DIGIC 5 Image Processor
  • 3.0" Clear View II Touchscreen LCD
  • ISO 100-12800, Expandable to 25600
  • Full HD 1080 Video with Continuous AF
  • 4.0 fps Continuous Shooting
  • 9-Point All Cross-Type AF System
  • Scene Intelligent Auto Mode
  • Compact and Lightweight; Weighs 0.8lb
  • Compatible with Canon EF and EF-S Lenses
  • Price: $649

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Canon EOS Rebel T5i DSLR camera announcement

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Canon officially announced the EOS Rebel T5i DSLR camera. The main specs are:

  • STM Lens Support for Quiet AF in Movies
  • 18.0MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
  • DIGIC 5 Image Processor
  • 3.0" Vari-Angle Touch Screen LCD
  • ISO 100-12800, Expandable to 25600
  • Full HD 1080 Video with Continuous AF
  • 5.0 fps Continuous Shooting
  • 9-Point All Cross-Type AF System
  • Multi Shot Noise Reduction
  • Compatible with Canon EF and EF-S Lenses
  • Price: $749

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