Fujifilm X Half digital compact camera with diptychs feature now officially announced





The previously rumored Fujifilm X Half digital compact camera with diptychs feature is now officially announced. The Fujifilm X-Half is a compact digital camera inspired by half-frame film cameras. Compact and lightweight, the camera is based on Fujifilm’s classic designs. It features a 1-inch back-illuminated sensor, a fixed 32mm f2.8 (35mm equivalent) prime lens, and a rear LCD with a 3:4 aspect ratio, optimised for vertical shooting. Alongside the camera is a new dedicated X Half companion app, designed to enhance the viewing and sharing of your images.

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Sony launches GP-VPT3 multi-function shooting grip and RMT-VP2 wireless remote commander


Sony launched new GP-VPT3 multi-function shooting grip and RMT-VP2 wireless remote commander:

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Ricoh GR IV camera development announced


 
The rumors were true - the Ricoh GR IV camera development is now officially announced with:

  • newly designed lens
  • new image sensor
  • new imaging engine

A new HDF (Highlight Diffusion Filter) model is also under development.

The Ricoh GR III will be discontinued in July (already not available in the US for months). The production of the Ricoh GR IIIx will continue for the time being.

The full Ricoh GR IV camera specifications and the press release can be found here:

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The new Schneider Kreuznach × LK Samyang 14-24mm f/2.8 lens is now available for order


The new Schneider Kreuznach × LK Samyang 14-24mm f/2.8 lens is now available for order:


Schneider Kreuznach × LK Samyang will announce more lenses later this year:

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Light Lens Lab 50mm f/1.5 Z21 lens officially announced, available for order

The previously reported Light Lens Lab 50mm f/1.5 "Z21" lens based on the iconic Angenieux Type S21 50mm f/1.5 is now officially announced and available for order from the LLL website, eBay, or from PopFlash in the US.

Here are some sample images taken with a Hasselblad X2D camera:

The details on the new lens can be found here and here:

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Leaked video review of the Fujifilm X Half camera


Here is a leaked video review of the upcoming Fujifilm X Half camera:

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New Ricoh GR IV camera announcement this week?



Camerainsider insider reported on X that a new GR camera (Ricoh GRIV?) will be announced this week. Camerainsider has generally been correct in the past when reporting on upcoming cameras and lenses, but they were also wrong on several occasions. Stay tuned for updates.

All current Rioch GR models have been out of stock for a long time in the US.

Ricoh has a new patent for an 18.3mm f/2.8 lens, most likely designed for the rumored GR IV camera

Ricoh discusses GR IV and GR Mono camera possibilities

Via PentaxRumors

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Skylum Luminar Photo Editor now available on Android and ChromeOS

Skylum has teamed up with Google to unveil Luminar Photo Editor, now available for Android and ChromeOS:

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Sony FY2024 financial results



Sony released its FY2024 financial results. As usual, there is little information provided for the camera business, which is part of the Entertainment, Technology & Services Segment (ET&S Segment):

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