Medium format camera with video recording?

I don't know much about those two images of a Phase One 645DF camera with a Leaf Aptus-II 12 digital back mounted on a video rig with focus pulling and external mic, but I do know that back in 2010 there were some rumors that Phase One is working on a medium format digital back with live view and RAW video recording.

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Who wants a 5MP camera with a 9.7 inch 2048×1536 display?

Yesterday Apple announced their new iPad. Here are the camera related specs:

  • 5MP camera
  • 5 elements, f/2.4 lens with hybrid infrared filter
  • Autofocus (tap to focus)
  • Face detection (for pictures only)
  • HD 1080p, 30 fps video recording
  • Video stabilization
  • Geotagging
  • 9.7-inch LED-backlit display with 2048x1536 pixel resolution at 264 pixels per inch

The lens inside the new iPad

You can see some sample images taken with the new iPad here.

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The latest Canon rebates

The double instant Canon rebates are currently valid for the 60D, 7D and 5D Mark II cameras.

Check also those camera+lens bundles (both offers expire March 31th):

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The latest Samsung news

Samsung developed the world's first sensor that can capture both an RGB and range (or depth) image at the same time. (via Gizmodo)

There is a new patent for a Samsung Galaxy camera (via Androidandme).

Samsung also announced a new 8MP camera phone sensor with backside illumination, zero shutter lag, 1.4um pixel pitch with 120fps 720p or 240fps slow motion video recording capabilities:

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Third party Kipon M-mount lens adapter for Fuji X-Pro1 will start shipping this month *updated*

Today the Chinese manufacturer Kipon announced that they will start selling their third party M-mount adapter for Fuji X-Pro1 cameras later this month (they will offer also Nikon and Contax versions). A DCHome forum member has posted several images (and samples) of the Kipon lens adapter. At the 2012 CES show Fujifilm confirmed that they will have their own M-mount adapter coming later in 2012.

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Fuji X-Pro 1 accessories US pricing announced, available for pre-order

The following Fuji X-Pro1 accessories are currently a available for pre-order:

Fujifilm NP-W126 Battery for FinePix X-PRO 1

Fujifilm LC-XPro1 Leather Case for FinePix X-PRO 1

Fujifilm HG-XPro1 Hand Grip for FinePix X-PRO 1

Fujifilm EF-X20 TTL flash for FinePix X-PRO-1

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Pentax K-01 now shipping

The Pentax K-01 is now shipping in limited quantities in the US (update: B&H and AcePhoto also has some in stock).

Unboxing video:

Here are the results of the poll posted here few weeks ago:

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Samyang 8mm f/3.5 IF MC Nikon F (Video Aspherical) VDSLR lens

Here are the specs of the new, yet to be announced, Samyang 8mm f/3.5 IF MC Nikon F (Video Aspherical) VDSLR lens:

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