Micro Four Thirds has the biggest market share by lens mount in Japan for 2019 with 19.8%


Olympus and Panasonic jointly announced that the Micro Four Thirds system took the #1 market share by lens mount in Japan with 19.8% (based on the number of digital interchangeable lens cameras sold in Japan by lens mount):

Micro Four Thirds further expands the possibilities of enjoyment and utilization of video by developing the lineup unique to the joint standard, and currently supports 54 companies including BtoB companies. In 2019, four new models of mirrorless cameras compliant with the Micro Four Thirds System standard were introduced, and we worked to revitalize the domestic market. As a result, we achieved a top share #1 of 19.8% in the domestic market by lens mount in 2019 (surveyed by the Four Thirds Secretariat based on sales performance data of leading camera dealers nationwide)

Here is the full translated press release:

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The upcoming Nikon Z6/Z7 firmware update is also rumored to add support for more CFExpress memory cards

Leica M10 Monochrom sensor measurements and comparisons

Announced: three new limited-edition Leica Summicron M lenses (28mm f/2, 75mm f/2, and 90mm f/2)

Fujifilm Discontinues Some Fujicolor 100 and Fujicolor Superia Premium 400 Packages March 2020

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Two new Voigtlander lenses to be announced soon: NOKTON 35mm f/1.2 Aspherical III VM and NOKTON 60mm f/0.95 MFT lens


Two new Voigtlander lenses to be announced soon:

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First leaked Fujifilm X-T4 camera pictures


FujiAddict posted the first leaked pictures of the upcoming Fujifilm X-T4 mirrorless camera. Here is some additional information:

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New: Topaz Labs Video Enhance AI for Windows (now $100 off)



Topaz announced their new Video Enhance AI software for Windows that upscales videos up to 8k (coming soon also for Mac OS):

“Enlarging video footage without losing detail has always been impossible… until now. Upscale and “enhance!” your videos by up to 600% while perfectly preserving video quality – meet Video Enhance AI for Windows Desktop.”

For a limited time, the Topaz Labs Video Enhance AI for Windows is $100 off.

Starting in August 2020, Topaz Labs will no longer provide free upgrades for several of their photo editing products.

Topaz Labs Video Enhance AI before and after photos (more samples available here):

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Irix 45mm f/1.4 lens to be announced soon

Irix 45mm f/1.4 lens
Irix is rumored to announce a new 45mm f/1.4 lens designed for photography. The official announcement was supposed to happen at the 2020 CP+ show, but since the event was canceled, I believe we will see the new lens in the next 1-2 weeks. Here are some additional pictures of the upcoming Irix 45mm f/1.4 lens:

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Breaking: the 2020 CP+show is canceled due to the coronavirus outbreak


The 2020 CP+ Camera and Photo Imaging show is now officially canceled due to the coronavirus outbreak – see the full translated press release at FujiAddict:

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New Sony FE 20mm f/1.8 (SEL20F18F) lens to be announced soon


Finally, some S0ny rumors worth reporting – the German website digitalkamera.de leaked an upcoming paid review of a new Sony FE 20mm f/1.8 SEL20F18F lens (there will also be a new Sony lens hood ALC-SH162):

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Canon announces the development of the company’s most advanced full-frame mirrorless camera ever – the EOS R5


Canon officially announced the development of the company’s most advanced full-frame mirrorless camera ever – the EOS R5:

  • Newly Developed Full-Frame CMOS Sensor
  • 8K Video Recording
  • Up to 12 fps with Mechanical Shutter
  • In-Body Image Stabilization

Canon also announced the development of a new RF 100-500 f/4.5-7.1L IS USM lens and 1.4x and 2.0x extenders. Here is the full press release:

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Canon announces RF 24-105mm lens, EOS Rebel T8i DSLR camera, and SELPHY QX10 compact printer


Canon officially announced the previously rumored Canon RF 24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM lens, Canon EOS Rebel T8i DSLR cameras, and Canon SELPHY QX10 compact printer.

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