Sony mirrorless camera

By PR admin | Published: November 15, 2009

The rumor is that Sony will release a mirrorless camera on November 18th. Some fakes are already floating around the Web (source):

sony-mirroless-camera

And the specs:

  • 14.2-megapixel APS-C Exmor CMOS sensor
  • Lens mount type lens, the Sony R
  • Interchangeable lenses: 16mm, 35mm, 60mm
  • 1GB internal memory, media, Memory Stick PRO Duo, SD / SDHC
  • Continuous shooting 5 frames / sec (JPEG at 25 frames, RAW at 10 frames)
  • 1920 × 1080 30fps AF, the video can
  • In-body image stabilization,
  • Anti-dust sensor-shift,
  • Dot 3 million, 92k dots LCD monitor
  • The expression · AF contrast, 11 points
  • Shutter Speed 30-1/4000
  • Built-in flash, GN10
  • Weight 420g (battery included)
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New 14MP sensor, able to capture 1080p/60fps HD video

By PR admin | Published: November 13, 2009

Besides rumors, this blog covers (or will cover) also the future development of photography equipment. I am working on a series of posts that will cover various topics in this area. I created a new category “Future of Photo Equipment”.

aptina-logoToday’s news: we have a new sensor from Aptina: MT9F001 camera image sensor with 14MP (1.4um-pixel) able to capture 1080p/60fps HD.

Full press release after the break:

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Tamron rumor update: not a lens

By PR admin | Published: November 11, 2009

Tamron.de has an updated banner:

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Maybe they will redesign their website? They specifically mention Tamron Europe, which indicates that it may not be a new products. It could also be a new rebate/discount program – just like the current rebates in the US (for a full list of US rebates, go to Adorama and search for “Tamron rebate”).

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Ricoh GXR official

By PR admin | Published: November 10, 2009
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Some of Ricoh GXR accessories

Update: I forgot to mention the Ricoh GXR accessories: viewfinder, external flash, neck strap, self-retaining lens cap, Ricoh TC-1 135mm tele conversion lens, Ricoh HA-3 Hood & adapter.

image source: Ricoh

image source: Ricoh

It was just a week ago when the word about a new “slide-in” design broke out and only a month ago I reported about the upcoming mirrorless Ricoh. Today it’s all official:

Full press release after the break:

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Tamron is coming up with something new (Tamron lens rumor)

By PR admin | Published: November 9, 2009

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What will Tamron announce in 16 days : 15 hours : 51 minutes : 48 seconds?

The timer is placed on the main page of tamron.de.

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Ricoh GXR system is here!

By PR admin | Published: November 9, 2009

Update: the video was removed from youtube. Here are some screenshots:

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  • The smallest interchangeable lenses camera on the market today – smaller than m4/3 from Oly and Panny.
  • You can change the sensor! The lens and the sensor form a package! I told you this one would be something special.
  • Available in December.
  • Two lenses introduced: 24-72mm f/2.5-4.4 with 10MP CCD built-in sensor and VGA video. Price: £300.
  • 50mm f/2.5 macro lens with a 12.3MP CMOS sensor and HD video. Price: £600.
  • Ricoh GXR body price: £420.

Stay tuned for more details!

The above video was created by Which (UK) and was released before the official camera announcement. The screenshots are from the video.

ricoh-grx

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Canon Pro2

By PR admin | Published: November 9, 2009
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Canon Pro1

This is the information I just received:

“Coming soon is another Micro Four Thirds competitor, in the shape of a fixed-lens Canon Pro2 with a relatively large 2.5x crop factor sensor (~13.8×10.4mm). The lens is 5x zoom 10.4-52mm equivalent to 26-130mm f2.8-4 IS L lens. The form factor is similar to the Pro1 – or the G1/GH1 if you like – with a grip, articulated screen and a 800×600 electronic viewfinder. The sensor is a CMOS made by Canon capable of high fps and 1080 video like that of the SX1-IS.”

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New Samsung advanced full frame mirrorless system?

By PR admin | Published: November 9, 2009

This banner showed up online over the weekend. My take? This rumor is busted! The banner looks horrible and I don’t think is real:

samsung-gx

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Confirmed: new Ricoh mirrorless camera on November 10th

By PR admin | Published: November 7, 2009

Update #3: the release date matches also with the tip I received a month ago.

Update #2: the exact translation is “Scheduled for Tuesday, November 10 (domestic market) Ricoh announces a new digital camera”.

Update: the release could be on November 11th, depending on your time zone. Two different sources so far – this is the real deal folks! I have great expectations for that camera and I have the feeling that it will be better than everything else on the market today.

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This screenshot was taken from business-i.jp – not sure what the exact translation is. Any help from a native speaker?

Via dslr-links

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Ricoh’s mirrorless, interchangeable lenses camera – coming up on November 10th?

By PR admin | Published: November 7, 2009
image credit: Ricoh

image credit: Ricoh

This rumor is brought to you by Fotosidan (Google translation) – the translation as aways is sketchy, but it seems that Ricoh has sent out event invitations for this Tuesday, November 10th:

“… a unique new compact camera in the premium class. Ricoh is a long time in development the forefront of compact cameras with very high quality. This new camera is no exception, it has both functions and properties that make it unique in the market. “

The rumor is that two lenses will be launched with Ricoh’s mirrorless, interchangeable lenses camera. Here are the details:

  • APS-C sensor
  • Interchangeable optics with proprietary bayonet mount
  • Mirror Loose house with live-view
  • Not so much larger than the GR-D cameras
  • The same operation / control that the GR-D
  • Electronic viewfinder accessory shoe for optional

Check the previous Ricoh related rumors here.

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