The Impossible Project develops a new Film Processing Unit

By PR admin | Published: September 11, 2012

For the past 18 months The Impossible Project worked on a new analog instant camera called FPU (Film Processing Unit) that was developed together with DHW of the former ROLLEI factory, long-time head of R&D at Polaroid Henny Waanders and Prof. Achim Heine, designer of the LEICA Digilux 1 camera. The first concept camera will be presented at Photokina. The new product is expected to be introduced to the market in 2013.

Based on the FPU, The Impossible Project developed The Instant Lab that will basically print images directly from your iPhone. This project is currently on Kickstarter – I could not believe that so many people thought this was a good idea:

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Sony rebates for September: save $200 on camera and lens bundles

By PR admin | Published: September 11, 2012

Few hours before the Sony a99, RX1 and other product announcements, here is a quick update on the new US Sony rebates for the month of September: up to $200 off on selected camera and lens bundles (valid till September 30, 2012).

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New cameras from Rolleiflex: Hy6 Mod2 and FX-N

By PR admin | Published: September 11, 2012

Relleiflex announced two new cameras for the Photokina 2012 show: the Rolleiflex FX-N (pictured above) has a new Heidosmat 2,8/80mm viewfinder lens and a Rollei S-Apogon 2,8/80mm main lens. The other specifications are identical to the previous FX model.

The Rolleiflex Hy6 Mod2 includes some firmware and design improvements:

 

 

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The latest Nikon D600 leaks

By PR admin | Published: September 11, 2012

The Nikon D600 full frame DSLR will be Wi-Fi compatible with a new WU-1b wireless mobile adapter. See the latest D600 specs here. The officially announcement should be on September 13th. The big question mark for now is the price. The similar in specs Sony a99 camera that will be announced tomorrow will sell for $2,800.

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Hasselblad announces H5D Series, new HCD 4.8/24mm lens

By PR admin | Published: September 11, 2012

Hasselblad announced their new H5D series medium format cameras. Some of the improvements are:

  • New compressed RAW files for faster and smoother workflow
  • Even better focus correction with True Focus II
  • Print-ready JPEG mode for quick preview and printing
  • New Camera Configurator
  • New improved grip surface
  • Larger and more ergonomic buttons
  • Larger, easier to read display style
  • New menu and graphics design
  • New programmable buttons
  • New and improved weather sealing
  • New, more durable eye cup
  • New sensor unit safety lock
  • New and faster processors for more rapid internal communication
  • Support for new capture modes
  • New and more accurate focus algorithms
  • New motor drive algorithms

Hasselblad also announced a new HCD 4.8/24mm lens:

Hasselblad still has a press conference scheduled for September 18th where we may see more interesting products. Read More »

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Pentax K-5 II and K-5 IIs officially announced

By PR admin | Published: September 10, 2012

Pentax K-5 II DSLR camera is now officially announced. The price is $1199 for body only, $1399 for 18-55mm kit and $1599 for 18-135mm kit. The specs at a glance:

  • 16.3 MP CMOS Sensor
  • 11 Point SAFOX X Autofocus System
  • 3.0″ Air-Gap-Free LCD w/ 921k Dots
  • 1080p HD Video w/ External Mic Jack
  • High Sensitivity 80-51200 ISO Range
  • Body-based Shake Reduction (SR) System
  • Fully Weather Sealed and Coldproof
  • 7 FPS and 1/8000 Maximum Shutter Speed
  • HDMI Output for Stills, Video and Sound

Pentax K-5 IIs (without the anti-aliasing filter) will start shipping in October for $1,299.95 (body only).
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Pentax Q10, 15-45mm f/2.8 lens and K to Q mount adapter announced

By PR admin | Published: September 10, 2012

All previously rumored new Pentax Q products are now officially announced. The Pentax Q10 is priced at $599 (available also in red). The main specifications are:

  • 12.4MP Backlit 1/2.3″ CMOS Sensor
  • PENTAX Q-Mount Lens System
  • 27.5-83mm (35mm equiv) 3x Zoom Lens
  • 3.0″ LCD Display
  • RAW and JPEG Photos
  • Full HD 1080p Video at 30fps
  • Micro HDMI Port
  • Built-in Pop-Up Flash
  • Sensor-Shift Shake Reduction

Pentax 06 15-45mm f/2.8 telephoto zoom lens specs (price: $299):

  • Equivalent to 83-249mm in 35mm Format
  • Pentax Q-Mount
  • f/2.8 Max Aperture Throughout Zoom Range
  • Quick-Shift Focus System
  • Compact and Lightweight Design

Pentax Adapter Q to K-mount specs ($249):

  • Adapt K-mount Lenses to Q-mount Cameras
  • Multiplies Focal Length by 5.5x
  • Built-In Mechanical Shutter
  • Rolling Shutter and Shake Reduction
  • Manual Aperture Control Possible

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Pentax smc DA 18-270mm f/3.5-5.6 ED SDM and Pentax HD DA 560mm f/5.6 ED AW lenses announced

By PR admin | Published: September 10, 2012

Pentax announced also a new zoom and telephoto lenses for K-mount DSLR cameras.

Pentax smc DA 18-270mm f/3.5-5.6 ED SDM specs (price: $799.95):

  • 15x Zoom Range From Wide to Telephoto
  • Equivalent to 27.5-414mm in 35mm Format
  • SDM AF System for Fast, Quiet Focusing
  • Compatible with Pentax K-Mount Cameras

Pentax HD DA 560mm f/5.6 ED AW specs (price: $6,999.95):

  • Equivalent to 859mm in 35mm Format
  • Compatible with Pentax K-Mount
  • HD and SP Coatings Improve Image Clarity
  • ED Elements Reduce Chromatic Aberration
  • Drop-In 40.5mm Circular Polarizer
  • DC Motor for Smooth Autofocus

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Pentax D FA 645 Macro 90mm f/2.8 ED AW SR medium format lens

By PR admin | Published: September 10, 2012

Pentax announced one macro lens for their 645 medium format cameras.

Pentax HD D FA 645 Macro 90mm f/2.8 ED AW SR lens specs (price: $4,499.95):

  • Medium-Length Macro Lens for Pentax 645
  • Fast f/2.8 Maximum Aperture
  • Quick-Shift Focus System
  • HD and Aero Bright Lens Coatings
  • Weather Resistant Construction
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Pentax announces exclusive HD coating lens technology

By PR admin | Published: September 10, 2012

Comparison between conventional multi-layer coatings and HD Coating

Some of the newly released Pentax lenses have a new “exclusive HD coating technology” that offers improved light transmittance and a much lower refractive index. In their press release Pentax promises 50% reduction of reflections in the visible spectrum:

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