Pentax K7 final version will have a modified sensor

“Amateur Photographer (AP) has delayed its review of the Pentax K7 digital SLR after learning that the final version will include a modified imaging sensor.”

There must be a reason for this last moment modification and every pre-production Pentax K7 review should be “voided” at that point. I cannot recall another company making such a drastic change in the last moment.

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Samsung NX3 specs

Samsung NX3 specs:

  • Ultra-Precise LED Electronic ViewFinder 1620×1080p/250Hz 3:2 resolution
  • 1X magnification and 100% coverage
  • 3″ AMOLED 960×720 (720p) 3:2 display
  • CMOS sensor 14.6 megapixel 3:2
  • 100-6400 ISO
  • 4 frame per second
  • Video HD 720p/30fps
  • Audio stereo

This would be the first camera with a HD AMOLED display.

Samsung NX line will feature  APS C sensor and an EVF instead of a mirror box. Read the press release here (from PMA 2009). Expected release date: July 7th, 2009 (with some other Samsung goodies).

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Photoshopped Olympus E-P1 with built-it flash and EVF

Photoshopped E-P1 with a built-in flash and EVF:

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Source: dpreview

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Canon 1D Mark IV specs

Apperently the Canon 1D Mark IV is currently being tested. Here are the suggested specs (not finalized yet):

  • Images ~16MP
  • ISO 50-26500
  • 8MP sRAW1 format providing images that seem to best 1D3 files in detail [typo corrected]
  • Very clean images at ISO 3200. 6400/12800 take further processing very well
  • Slightly faster FPS than 1D3 in real life shooting
  • AF greatly improved and very good in low light (actual comment was ‘Nikon fast’ 😉
  • Liveview AF – not up to fast sports use, but very usable otherwise
  • Video as with 5D2
  • Screen as per 5D2
  • Ergonomic improvements with grips – some buttons moved
  • Feels faster and more responsive in nearly all aspects of real use

Via PhotographyBay

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Back to Sony DSLR with video

Danish photo magazine Zoom announced that they will have a review of a new Sony camera with HD video in their September edition. The latest Sony rumors (leaked on Sony’s website) point to a new Sony a500 and a550 cameras.

Just a reminder that it was the same Danish magazine that leaked the Sony a900 last year. If someone has read the article and has more info, please post a comment or contact me.

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The guts of the m4/3 Olympus E-P1

I am continuing with the series “The guts of the Olympus E-P1”. After the 17mm f/2.8 pankace lens, we can now see under the skin of the actual E-P1 body (which btw also appear to be made out of plastic, the skin is metal). Click on image for larger view:

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Olympus E-P1 disassembled 1 of 2

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Olympus E-P1 disassembled 2 of 2

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Olympus E-P1 expected delivery: July

B&H has the Olympus E-P1 listed as available in July:

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Adorama is now also taking E-P1 pre-orders.

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Is the Olympus Zuiko 17mm f/2.8 Pancake lens all plastic?

Take a look at those pictures and decide for yourself (click on image for larger view):

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more images after the page break:

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Think Tank Photo coming up with new Multimedia Wired Up Collection next month

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Olympus E-P1 official

Here are some links (I will updating this list as the day progresses):

Pre-order options:

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