Photo Rumors

Panasonic still committed to develop a “full Micro Four Thirds lineup”

By PR admin | Published: February 25, 2022

In a recent Japanese interview about the new GH6 camera, Panasonic’s marketing manager Tomonori Nakanishi confirmed the company’s commitment to the Micro Four Thirds format – they have been repeating that on a regular basis in the past few years. Here is the Google translation starting from around the 20:30 mark:

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Cosina announced four new Voigtlander lenses for Nikon Z and Fujifilm X mount and a new lens adapter

By PR admin | Published: February 24, 2022

Cosina announced the previously reported four new Voigtlander lenses for Nikon Z and Fujifilm X mount and a new lens adapter. The release date and pricing are not available. Here are the details:

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LOL: Canon also claims to be “America’s leader in the digital camera industry”

By PR admin | Published: February 24, 2022

Just a few days after Sony claimed to be the #1 mirrorless camera and lens brand for 2021 in North America according to “Sony Internal Research” and “NPD Group”, today Canon tweeted that “Canon is America’s leader in the digital camera industry”… according to “NPD Group” as well. The only difference in both statements I see is “North America” vs. “America”. I am sure for the right price NPD can find a nice spot on this planet where Nikon, Fujifilm, or even OM Digital are holding the #1 spot.

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Canon announced new RF 800mm and RF 1200mm super-telephoto mirrorless lenses

By PR admin | Published: February 23, 2022

The previously rumored Canon RF 800mm f/5.6 L IS USM and RF 1200mm f/8 L IS USM lenses are now officially announced:

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New Voigtlander lenses on display at the 2022 CP+ show in Japan (including three new lenses for Nikon Z-mount)

By PR admin | Published: February 23, 2022

Cosina will display several new Voigtlander lenses at the 2022 CP+ show in Japan, including three new lenses for Nikon Z-mount:

Pictures/screenshots via DCwatch.

Canon RF 1200mm f/8 L IS USM lens details leaked online

By PR admin | Published: February 22, 2022

Here are the details on the previously rumored Canon RF 1200mm f/8 L IS USM lens

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Another Chinese smartphone company signs up for Hasselblad camera and branding

By PR admin | Published: February 22, 2022

After OnePlus, the Chinese smartphone company Oppo is the next in line to get Hasselblad imaging technology/branding for their mobile products. Here are the details: