First leaked picture of the Panasonic Lumix S5 mirrorless camera with L-mount

By PR admin | Published: August 18, 2020


The first picture of the upcoming Panasonic Lumix S5 mirrorless camera with L-mount leaked online – here is a slightly enhanced version:

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Rumored Sony a5/a6 mirrorless camera specifications

By PR admin | Published: August 18, 2020


Here is a set of rumored Sony a5/a6 camera specifications:

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The latest Topaz Labs updates

By PR admin | Published: August 17, 2020

Here’s the latest news from Topaz Labs:


New Sharpen AI to include auto-detect masking and processing modes: the latest update of Sharpen AI includes a new auto-detect masking tool. You can use it to generate base masks of your image subjects faster than ever before. The new “auto-detect mode” helps Sharpen AI select the best processing mode for your image — from Focus, Stabilize, and Sharpen modes.


The updated Gigapixel AI can now be launched as a Lightroom and Photoshop CC plugin and features new modes to get better results: you can upscale your image by up to 600% without interrupting your workflow. Also new: option to process images with “man-made” or “natural” modes, to help the AI give a better output.


The latest improvements to Video Enhance AI: new changes “under the hood” improve video editing workflow and get Video Enhance AI running faster, including speed improvements for Windows, multiGPU and eGPU support for Mac OS Catalina, and more variety of output formats.


Demo: download the image with extreme blur and see what Sharpen AI can do.


You can use coupon code RUMORS15 for an additional 15% off on all Topaz Labs products.

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Exposure X6 is coming soon – another sneak peek

By PR admin | Published: August 17, 2020



A new version of Exposure software will be released soon and it will introduce several new capabilities and features. Here is a sneak peek of Exposure X6:

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Update on the two new Zenit lenses: not for Sony E-mount

By PR admin | Published: August 17, 2020


A quick update on the two new Zenit lenses – some websites wrongly reported that the lenses will be for Sony E-mount, which is not correct. Here are the details:

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The 2020 PhotoPlus Expo is still on for October 22 – 24 in New York City

By PR admin | Published: August 16, 2020


The 2020 PhotoPlus Expo is still scheduled to go on in the Javits Convention Center in New York City from October 22 – 24. Registration is now open and it is free. As far as I remember, this is the only show that is not canceled… yet.

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What else is new?

By PR admin | Published: August 16, 2020

Quick review of the new Panasonic Lumix S 20-60mm f/3.5-5.6 lens for Leica L-mount

New in the store: L’Artec camera grips for Leica M and Q cameras

Fujinon XF30mm f/1.0, XF35mm f/1.0 and XF33mm f/1.0 Patents Spotted

Fringer NF-FX Adapter Engineering Sample Demo

Fujifilm GFX100 Atomos ProRes RAW Beta is Now Available

Nikon Coolpix P900 camera is now discontinued

Viltrox has no plans to make mirrorless lenses for Nikon Z-mount (for now)

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Fujifilm Q1 financial results: Imaging Solutions revenue down 33.2%

By PR admin | Published: August 15, 2020


Fujifilm posted their Q1 financial results:

  • Imaging Solutions consolidated revenue is down 33.2%
  • Consolidated operating loss amounted to ¥3.0 billion

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More useless awards: EISA 2020-2021 photography category winners

By PR admin | Published: August 15, 2020


The EISA 2020-2021 photography awards are out and of course every company is a winner:

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Panasonic Lumix S5 mirrorless camera leaked specifications

By PR admin | Published: August 14, 2020


Here are the leaked specifications of the previously rumored Panasonic Lumix S5 mirrorless camera (24MP):

-Sensor: 24.2MP effective, full-size CMOS with a total number of pixels of 25.28MP-
Dust reduction: Sensor shift type
-Dynamic range: 14 steps + (V-Log ) -Still
image: JPEG, RAW, HLG, 6K/4K photo
-Video: 4K59.94p/200Mbps (4:2:0 10bit LongGOP), 4K29.97p/150Mbps (4:2:2 10bit LongGOP)-EVF
: Organic EL, 2.36 million dots, magnification 0.74 times, eye point 20mm, 120fps
-Monitor: 3 type liquid crystal 1.84 million dots, touch panel, free angle, 3:2
-AF: contrast AF, DFD, face/pupil recognition, body recognition, Animal recognition, -6 to 20EV
-Metering system: 1728 split multi-pattern metering, EV0 to 18
-ISO sensitivity: 50-204800
-Dual native ISO: Normal 100 and 640, V-LOG 640 and 4000, HLG 400- 2500, 200 and 1250 with Cinelike D2/V2-
Image stabilization: Sensor shift type, 5 axis, 5 steps effect (6.5 steps for dual IS, dual IS2 also supported)
-Shutter: 1/8000 seconds-60 seconds , Electronic front curtain 1/2000 seconds-60 seconds, electronic 1/8000 seconds-60 seconds, silent mode available
-Sequential shooting: 7 frames/sec for AFS/MF, 5 frames/sec for AFC, 30 frames/sec for 6K photos, 60 frames/sec for 4K photos-
USB port: USB3.1 Gen1 Type-C
-HDMI port : MicroHDMI TypeD-
Microphone terminal, headphone terminal, remote input, XLR (optional) -Card
slot: Dual, SD/SDHC/SDXC, slot 1 supports UHS-II
-Wi-Fi: 2.4G, 5G
-Bluetooth: v4.2
– dust and water specifications
– battery: lithium-ion, 2200MAh
– battery life: 440 sheets (monitor), 470 sheets (EVF), 1500 sheets (EVF power save mode)
– battery grip: DMW-BGS5 (optional)
– dimensions: 132.6×97.1×81.9mm
-Weight: 714 grams (including SD card battery), 630 grams (body only)

Full detailed specifications:

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