More detailed Sony α55 specs

By PR admin | Published: August 18, 2010

After yesterday’s post, even more details Sony α55 specs showed up on DCHome:

  • 16.7 megapixel APS CMOS
  • 15 points AF system
  • Center ***triple cross*** sensor
  • ***Double cross*** sensor x2 at left/right
  • 12 normal sensor(F5.6)
  • Full HD 1080 60i
  • Translucent mirror inside, can reflex light during power on
  • Translucent mirror can be open to clean the sensor
  • EVF super-clear, specific unknown pixel, image quality is only worse than the A900 only
  • 10FPS continous shooting with AF
  • AFC just like Nikon’s 3D tracking system – fast and reliable
  • SONY claims that would be better than 50D’s AF
  • SUPER FAST AF speed at center point
  • ISO100-25600, ISO6400′s noise just like a900′s ISO400
  • Support NEX’s hand-held night shot(Multi-shot)
  • Support a700′s Quick Navi access mode
  • Support DOF, however EVF becomes dim during small aperture
  • Use NEX3/5 battery
  • a55 priced at about 900-1000USD
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Sony α33, α55, α560 and α580 specs

By PR admin | Published: August 17, 2010

This is a continuation of the previously rumored specs for the four upcoming Sony Alpha models. The A33 and A55 models are rumored to be a pellicle camera (see also Pellix cameras). The A560 and A580 will be “regular” DSLRs.

Sony α33:

  • 14MP sensor
  • ISO range of 100-12800
  • 1080i video
  • 15 AF points, some of them cross-point
  • 7 fps
  • dual memory slots (not sure what type)

Sony α55:

  • 16MP sensor
  • ISO range of 100-12800
  • 1080i video
  • 15 AF points, some of them cross-point
  • 10 fps
  • dual memory slots (not sure what type)
  • built-in GPS

Sony α560:

  • 14MP sensor
  • ISO range of 100-12800
  • 1080i video
  • 15 AF points, some of them cross-point
  • 7 fps
  • dual memory slots (not sure what type)
  • swivel display

Sony α580:

  • 16MP sensor
  • ISO range of 100-12800
  • 1080i video
  • 15 AF points, some of them cross-point
  • 10 fps
  • dual memory slots (not sure what type)
  • built-in GPS
  • swivel display

As previously reported, those cameras are expected to be releases on August 24th, 2010.

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Samsung’s new opto-electronic viewfinder with transparent AMOLED

By PR admin | Published: August 16, 2010

This appears to be a new opto-electronic viewfinder (E-OVF) from Samsung with a transparent AMOLED component. If true, this will allow the display of electronic information in an optical viewfinder:

If you remember the leaked picture of the Samsung NX100, there was a big viewfinder attached on top of the camera – maybe this is it?

FYI: Samsung does have a 19″ transparent AMOLED display.

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Questionable Pentax EVIL specs

By PR admin | Published: August 16, 2010

This post is not to report a rumor, but to debunk a rumor (I got multiple email from readers). Dpnet listed those Pentax EVIL specs on their website:

  • New APS-C 14 million pixel sensor
  • Body image stabilization, the first SR with APS-C single power
  • Flip-type LCD viewfinder screen
  • HD video capture features

I have hard believing anything they say, because the drawings they used and labeled as a “spy shot” were taken from a concept design made by a PentaxForum member.

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Canon announcement this week

By PR admin | Published: August 16, 2010

PhotographyBay got a tip that Canon will have a new product announcement on August 17th, 2010. There is another Canon press event scheduled for August 27th, 2010. Canon will probably release their S95, SX130 and SD4500 point and shoot cameras first (August 17th) and then the Canon 60D on August 26th. The rumor is that the new Canon G12 will be released in September.

PhotographyBay also found a Canon patent for built-in radio triggers for wireless flash.

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All you need to know about Photokina

By PR admin | Published: August 15, 2010

Photokina is the biggest show for photography equipment that takes place every 2 years in Cologne, Germany. This year Photokina will be between September 21- 26. Here is a summary of all rumors, predictions and expectations for the main players in the industry:

  • Canon: Canon G12 is a given, based on previous release patterns (they release a new version every year in September). Low chance for a new small/compact DSLR. Pictures of the Canon 60D are already available online, so you know that one is coming. There could be more PowerShots cameras like the S95, SX30 and SX130. I am sure that Canon will also release new lenses as well but I have not idea what exactly.
  • Panasonic: a new GH (probably called GH2) and a new GF cameras (the GF1 was announced in September, 2009). New m4/3 lenses are also expected: 14mm f/2.5 and the 100-300mm lens.
  • Olympus: Olympus E-3 successor is certain and probably a new PEN, since they are on a 6 months refresh cycle: the E-P2 was released in November 2009, the E-PL1 was released in May, 2010 – you do the math.

Lenses manufacturers after the break:

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Yaniv Berg’s curved camera design

By PR admin | Published: August 15, 2010

I aways find camera concepts very interesting (see the category “Future of Photo Equipment”). Today’s entry is designed by Yaniv Berg – the “curved” camera:

Via Yankodesign

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Sony rumors/updates

By PR admin | Published: August 14, 2010
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Sony, Canon and Panasonic press events scheduled

By PR admin | Published: August 13, 2010

Update: it seems that Panasonic will also have a press conference on August 26th, 2010.

First, Canon has scheduled a press event on 26th of August, 2010:

Sony seems to have picked August 24th, 2010 as the date of their press event:

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Sinar with a new digital back at Photokina 2010

By PR admin | Published: August 12, 2010

One of Sinar's current digital back models - the eMotion 75 LV

Rumors from small manufacturers are rare, so I really enjoyed receiving this one even though there was not much information provided: Sinar will present a new high-end multishoot digital back at Photokina. It will have a roller ball selector, screen and new, more intuitive menu system.

If you have any information about an upcoming, photography related product, please contact me.

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