2024 camera industry overview: first camera shipments increase since 2017

The December 2024 CIPA numbers are out

Lensvid published its annual camera industry overview. Here are some graphs based on CIPA data:

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What else is new?

Here is a set of made-up Nikon Z5II camera specifications

Nikon Japan: Nikon Nikkor Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ zoom lens in short supply

Nikon USA confirms Imaging Cloud compatibility for additional camera models

Imagine Cloud for the Nikon Zf camera will be available for touch-and-try at the 2025 CP+ show

AFP validates a certification test of its photos via the C2PA standard using a prototype Nikon camera




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Viltrox to display/announce three new lenses at the 2025 CP+ show


Viltrox will display/announce the following three new lenses at the 2025 CP+ show in Japan:

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Fujifilm is already teasing the GFX100RF fixed lens medium format camera for Fujikina Prague 2025 (March 22-23)


The next Fujikina will take place in Prague (March 22-23, 2025). In one of the social media posts, Fujifilm used the GFX hashtag which further verifies the rumors that the previously reported GFX 100RF fixed lens medium format camera will be officially announced in March (I already reported that the GFX 100RF will be announced after the 2025 CP+ show):

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First pictures of the upcoming Zeiss (Otus?) mirrorless lens(es)


Zeiss released more teasers and sent emails about the upcoming Zeiss (Otus?) mirrorless lens(es):

"Exciting news is on the horizon! On February 25th, we’ll reveal something designed to elevate your photography to the next level. It’s built for those who see the world differently – crafted with precision, innovation, and passion."


Based on the previous teasers, the new lens is probably a tele lens:

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Thypoch to announce a new Simera 75mm f/1.4 lens on February 24



Thypoch is expected to announce a new Simera 75mm f/1.4 lens on February 24th - right before the start of the 2025 CP+ show in Japan.

Thypoch is also rumored to release a new 21mm lens later this year.

Thypoch lenses are sold at B&H Photo and Amazon.

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What to expect at the 2025 CP+ show? (an updated list of upcoming/rumored cameras and lenses)

What to expect at the 2025 CP+ show - an updated list of upcoming/rumored cameras and lenses:


New Sony lenses (Sony 400-800mm f/6.3-8.0 G lens already leaked)


New Sigma lenses on February 25th (3 different lenses possible). See the Sigma scheduled at CP+ here.


Panasonic Lumix S1R II camera (more than one camera possible). See the dedicated CP+ page here.

   
Fujifilm GFX 100RF camera (coming in March after the CP+ show).


Canon PowerShot V1 compact camera.


New Zeiss Otus mirrorless lens(es)

 
Thypoch to release a new Simera 75mm f/1.4 lens and a 21mm f/1.4 lens (the 21mm will come later this year).


7Artisans is expected to announce a new 85mm f/1.8 AF lens for L-mount.


Two new Meike lenses: Meike AF 85mm f/1.8 Pro for Fuji X & Meike AF 35mm f/1.8 Pro.



Viltrox is preparing to launch several new lenses (additional information). See the latest list of upcoming Viltrox lenses here.

TTartisan is teasing a “mysterious new product” to be revealed at the 2025 CP+ show in Japan (TTartisan’s first camera?)

Tamron partners with... Godzilla for the 2025 CP+ show in Japan - expect a big zoom lens.


DJI camera (very low chance)


New Ricoh GR camera (debunked?)
Pentax K-3 III replacement (low chance to be announced for CP+)

What to expect next from Nikon and Leica:

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Updates on the latest Kickstarter photography projects


New: HubPack X anti-theft, cut-resistant bag.

Previous successfully funded campaigns that are still available as late pledges:


LIT DUO 1 light meter: late pledges available.


OnePro backpack for outdoor photography: available for pre-order.


SWIFT-LOCK by SPINN.DESIGN: available for pre-order (use code RUMORS for 15% off).


4k night vision telescope & camera: late pledges available.

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