Fujifilm X-Pro1 firmware update v2.0 is out

By PR admin | Published: September 18, 2012

Fujifilm released firmware updated v.2.0 for the X-Pro1 mirrorless camera. Here are the download links:

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Leica M, M-E, S, D-Lux 6, V-Lux 4, new lenses and adapters announced

By PR admin | Published: September 17, 2012

Several new Leica products were announced today:

Check this post for pre-order options.

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Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 Macro, 35mm f/1.4 and 120-300mm f/2.8 lenses announced

By PR admin | Published: September 17, 2012

Sigma announced three new lenses today:

  • Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC MACRO OS HSM – This new Contemporary lens is designed for cameras with an APS-c sensor and covers a range equivalent to 25.5 to 105mm on a 35mm camera. An upgrade to its predecessor, which was released in December 2009, this general purpose lens offers a new design and a more compact build.

  • Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM – This Art lens provides photographers with a state-of-the-art alternative to the more conventional 50mm. This lens’ axial chromatic aberration is minimized, which renders a cool and smooth out-of-focus image. At low apertures, it can perform like a wide-angle lens; when opened up to F1.4, it will provide background bokeh and make the subject pop like a mid-range telephoto lens.

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Breaking: Hasselblad will release a high-end mirrorless camera

By PR admin | Published: September 17, 2012

Hasselblad is rumored to announce a high-end mirrorless camera according to DSLRMagazine which has a very good track record in "predicting" upcoming products. The direct translations is:

"The new format Hasselblad will CSC, rounded shapes ... A kind of luxury NEX"

Back in March PhotoRumors broke the news about a possible new digital X-Pan camera announcement. Hasselblad has scheduled a press conference for tomorrow, September 18th.

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Schneider-Kreuznach announced eight new HDSR, macro and tilt-shift lenses

By PR admin | Published: September 17, 2012

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In addition to the three new lenses for Micro Four Thirds system cameras, Schneider-Kreuznach also announced eight new HDSR, macro and tilt-shift lenses:

Schneider-Kreuznach Video Xenon T 2.1 / 25 full frame lens for HD videography
Schneider-Kreuznach Video Xenon T 2.1 / 50 full frame lens for HD videography
Schneider-Kreuznach Video Xenon T2 .1 / 75 full frame lens for HD videography

  • Suitable for use with HDSLR and cine style cameras
  • Optically corrected for 4K resolution
  • Diaphragm has 14 aperture blades for an outstanding Bokeh effect
  • Rugged, cine style mechanics which use standard follow focus
  • systems and other common cine- and video accessories
  • Larger focus and distance scales for easier sharpness adjustment
  • Aperture setting without detent
  • Adapters for Canon EOS-, Nikon F-Mount
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Schneider-Kreuznach announced three Micro Four Thirds lenses

By PR admin | Published: September 17, 2012

Few months ago Schneider-Kreuznach announced that they will start producing lenses for mirrorless cameras. Today the company revealed three new lenses for Micro Four Thirds system cameras:

  • Super-Angulon 14 mm/2.0 wide-angle lens (10 lens elements with 4 aspherical surfaces, focusing range from 1:10 to ∞)
  • Xenon 30 mm/1.4 universal lens (7 lens elements with 1 aspherical surface, focusing range from 1:10 to ∞)
  • Makro-Symmar 60 mm/2.4 wide-aperture macro lens (8 lens elements, focusing range from 1:2 to ∞).
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Samsung announces 12-24mm f/4-5.6 ED and 45mm f/1.8 NX lenses

By PR admin | Published: September 17, 2012

Samsung announced two new lenses for their NX system: 12-24mm f/4-5.6 ED and 45mm f/1.8.

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Canon EOS 6D, PowerShot G15, S110, SX50 HS officially announced

By PR admin | Published: September 17, 2012

The Canon EOS 6D is now officially announced (prices and pre-order links: body only | kit | G15 | S110 | SX50). Sample images and videos can be found here.

Canon 6D promo videos:

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