Don’t buy that Sony a7 camera yet – Nikon is rumored to release a new full frame hybrid camera soon *UPDATED*

By PR admin | Published: October 20, 2013

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For everyone that is considering to buy the new Sony a7 camera – you may want to wait a little bit since Nikon is rumored to announce a new full frame hybrid camera with the following specifications:

  • Nikon FM2 like design
  • 16.2MP 36×23.9 full frame sensor (same as in the D4?)
  • SD memory card
  • 2016-pixel RGB image sensor
  • 9-cell framing grid display
  • 3D color matrix metering II
  • Native ISO range: 100-12,800 (incl. ISO 50 and ISO 108,200)
  • 5.5 fps for up to 100 shots
  • 3.2″ LCD screen
  • Battery:EN-EL14
  • Dimensions: 143.5 x 110 x 66.5mm
  • Weight: 765g
  • It will come with a new AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.8G lens (again, not clear what mount the new lens will have)

Update – some additional specifications:

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The Sony NEX brand is gone, new A-mount camera in 2014

By PR admin | Published: October 19, 2013

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During this official a7/a7r video introduction, a Sony representative mentioned that there will no longer be NEX branded cameras (starting at the 3:09 mark) – all future models will be under the α (Alpha) name just like the recently announced a7/a7r full frame mirrorless cameras:

Sony is still committed to the A-mount and a new mid to high-end A-mount camera body is currently under development and is expected to be released in 2014:

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Updated Panasonic lens roadmap

By PR admin | Published: October 19, 2013

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Panasonic Japan published a new lens roadmap. The newly added lenses are:

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Sony α7/α7r questions and answers

By PR admin | Published: October 18, 2013

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If you are considering the new Sony α7 or α7r full frame mirrorless cameras, I highly recommend reading those Q&A published on Sony’s blog:

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Fuji X-E2 and XQ1 hands-on previews, new X100 firmware update

By PR admin | Published: October 18, 2013

Some additional hands-on and preview videos of the latest Fujifilm X-E2 and Fujifilm XQ1 cameras (including the new firmware update for the X100):

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Fuji X-E2

FYI: Fuji advertises the X-E2 as having the world’s fastest AF.


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First images of the mini OM-D Olympus STYLUS1 compact camera

By PR admin | Published: October 18, 2013

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Olympus STYLUS1 camera
The Olympus STYLUS1 will be a compact, fixed lens camera with design similar to the OM-D. The official announcement will be on October 29th. The price is set at ¥70,000 (around $700).

Via Digicame-info

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Fuji X-E2 and XQ1 cameras officially announced

By PR admin | Published: October 18, 2013

Fujifilm officially announced the X-E2 and XQ1 cameras. For pricing and availability check Adorama and B&H.

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  • 16.3MP, APS-C, X-Trans II CMOS Sensor
  • EXR Processor II
  • 3.0″ 1,040k-Dot LCD Monitor
  • 0.5″ 2,360k-Dot OLED Viewfinder
  • Full HD 1080p Video Recording at 60 fps
  • Built-In Wi-Fi Connectivity
  • Continuous Shooting up to 7 fps
  • Intelligent Hybrid AF System
  • Digital Split Image and Focus Peaking
  • Fujinon XF18-55mm f/2.8-4 R LM OIS Lens

Fuji XQ1

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  • 12MP 2/3″ X-Trans CMOS Sensor
  • EXR Processor II
  • Fujinon 4x Optical Zoom f/1.8-4.9 Lens
  • 25-100mm (35mm Equivalent)
  • 3.0″ 920K-Dot LCD Monitor
  • Full HD 1080p Video Recording at 60 fps
  • Intelligent Hybrid AF System
  • Built-In Wi-Fi Connectivity
  • Continuous Shooting up to 12 fps
  • Film Simulation and Advanced Filters

Press releases:

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What else is new?

By PR admin | Published: October 17, 2013

Here are some of the other new products that were announced today and while I was offline:

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→Sigma officially announced a new 24-105mm f/4 DG OS HSM lens that will be available in various mounts.


→Lomography announced new plastic lenses for Micro Four Thirds cameras.

LEICA DG SUMMILUX 15mm:F1.7 ASPH lens
→Panasonic announced the development of a new Leica DG Summilux 15mm f/1.7 ASPH lens.

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→Canon announced for the Japanese market two limited edition cameras: PowerShot S120 Premium Box and PowerShot G16 Premium Box.

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Some additional Fuji X-E2 and XQ1 pictures and specifications

By PR admin | Published: October 17, 2013

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Fujifilm X-E2:

  • 0.08 seconds AF
  • 0.5 second start-up time
  • 0.05 seconds shutter lag
  • 0.5 seconds shooting interval

Fujifilm XQ1 camera silver
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Of course there will be a Hasselblad Solar camera based on the Sony a7

By PR admin | Published: October 17, 2013

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This is the Hasselblad Solar that will be based on the groundbreaking Sony a7 full frame mirrorless camera. Considering that the a7/a7r camera body costs between $1,698.00 and 2,298.00, the new Hasselblad Solar will probably be close to $10,000 depending on the selected materials.

Update: Hasselblad announced a new camera called Lusso.

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