Photo Rumors

Canon Russia: “We will continue to bring both DSLR and mirrorless cameras to the market” (only the flagship 1D X line is discontinued)

By PR admin | Published: January 14, 2022

A few weeks ago a report came from Japan indicating that the EOS 1D X Mark III will be the last DSLR camera from Canon. The Russian website PhotoWebExpo contacted Canon Russia and got clarification on the above statement from Canon Chairman and CEO Fujio Mitarai. Canon will continue to produce and sell both DSLR and mirrorless cameras and only the flagship 1D X line is currently discontinued:

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Fujifilm takes 2nd place for the first time in the Japanese digital camera market

By PR admin | Published: January 13, 2022

BCN FRanking released an interesting new statistic – Fujifilm rose to 2nd place for the first time in the Japanese digital camera market – here is the Google translation:

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Leica M11 camera announced with “Triple Resolution technology”

By PR admin | Published: January 13, 2022

The previously rumored Leica M11 camera is now officially announced – see the details coverage at Leica Rumors:

Red Dot Forum
Explora
42 West
Leica M11 Facebook Group
Leica M11 videos
Lecia M11 reviews
Leica M11 press release
Previous M11 coverage
“Unveiling an Icon”
Leica M11 vs. M10-R specs comparison
Leica M11 pre-order links:
- Adorama (US)
- B&H Photo (US)
- Calumet (DE)
- Foto Koch (DE)
- WEX (UK)

Posted in Leica| Tagged Leica M11 camera| 4 Comments

The latest Topaz Labs updates are out (15% off any purchase coupon code included)

By PR admin | Published: January 12, 2022

Here are the latest updates from Topaz Labs:

Sharpen AI v3.3.5 was released with an improved masking experience, new auto model selection, and performance improvements.
Gigapixel AI v5.7.3 was released with an updated Standard AI model, improved cropping experience, and usability improvements.
DeNoise AI v3.4.2 was released with native Apple M1 support, improved RAW file handling, and performance improvements.
Video Enhance v2.6.2 was released with new AI models, a new model manager, slo-mo, frame rate conversion, and much more.

Topaz Labs is currently offering 15% off any purchase with promo code TOPAZ22 (expires 1/14).

Additional information on the latest releases:

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OM System does not expect any delays in the release of their new products in 2022

By PR admin | Published: January 12, 2022

OM Digital Solutions is also facing some limited product shortages caused by the global chip shortage, but they do not expect any delays in the release of their new products scheduled for 2022:

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Now available: new Rockstar 27mm f/2.8 pancake and 10mm f/8 fisheye lenses for Sony/Nikon/Leica/Fuji/Canon

By PR admin | Published: January 12, 2022

Two new Rockstar manual focusing lenses for Sony/Nikon/Leica/Fuji/Canon cameras are available for sale on eBay:

Previously reported/rumored Rockstar lenses:

Posted in Rockstar| Tagged Rockstar 10mm f/8 fisheye lens, Rockstar 27mm f/2.8 lens| 6 Comments

New Irix Cine 21mm T1.5 lens announced for Canon EF/RF, Sony E, Nikon Z, Leica L, MFT and PL mounts

By PR admin | Published: January 12, 2022

The previously teased Irix Cine 21mm T1.5 lens is now officially announced. The latest lens from Irix will be available for Canon EF/RF, Sony E, Nikon Z, Leica L, MFT, and PL mounts. Pre-orders are already open at Adorama and the official Irix store. Additional information: