Photo Rumors

Starting today, PhotoRumors will no longer be accessible in Russia

By PR admin | Published: March 4, 2022

Starting today, PhotoRumors will no longer be accessible for IP addresses coming from Russia.

I strongly encourage other website owners to do the same.

СЛАВА УКРАЇНІ!

Update – here is the statement from Louis who runs FujiAddict:

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Officially released: Leica Q2 Monochrom “Reporter” camera with Kevlar armoring

By PR admin | Published: March 3, 2022

As previously reported, the Leica Q2 Monochrom “Reporter” camera with Kevlar armoring is now officially released. The price is $6,295 and pre-orders are now open at B&H Photo. For comparison, the regular Q2 model is $5,695. The press release can be found here:

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The latest Topaz Labs Sharpen AI version is now on sale

By PR admin | Published: March 2, 2022

A few days ago Topaz Labs released Sharpen AI version 4.0.2 with native Apple M1 support, a new sharpening model, and performance improvements (see this post for more info). The latest Sharpen AI software is now $20 off until March 18th:

On top of that, you can use coupon code RUMORS15 for an extra 15% off:

Additional coverage of Topaz Labs Sharpen AI:

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CIPA camera production data for January

By PR admin | Published: March 2, 2022

CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association in Japan) published their latest camera production data for January 2022 (orange: 2022, black: 2021, blue: 2020):

Posted in Other| Tagged CIPA reports| 1 Comment

What else is new: Sigma 28-70mm f/2.0 full-frame lens patent and more

By PR admin | Published: March 2, 2022

Sigma 20mm f/1.4 and 23mm f/1.4 Mirrorless APS-C Patent Found

Cheap 28mmm external optical viewfinder for Ricoh GR and Leica cameras

Ricoh Image Sync version 2.1.11 is released

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First leaked picture of the new Hasselblad X2D camera

By PR admin | Published: March 1, 2022

Three months ago I reported that a new Hasselblad X system camera is rumored for 2022 and it seems that we already have the first leaked picture from the upcoming Hasselblad X2D:

For comparison, here is a picture of the current Hasselblad X1D model – the first major difference is the new top LCD screen:

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This is how Ricoh is planning to restructure their camera business

By PR admin | Published: March 1, 2022

Back in January Ricoh announced that they will be restructuring their camera business (see also this post). Today Ricoh issues a press release with some additional details – here is a recap:

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