DJI Osmo Pocket 3-axis stabilized handheld smart 4k60p camera announced

The DJI teaser I reported last week was for the new Osmo Pocket 3-axis stabilized handheld smart 4k60p camera that was officially announced today. Additional information is available at dji.com. Here are the main specs:

  • Gimbal Camera with 1/2.3" CMOS Sensor
  • Compact 4.1 oz, 4.8" High Design
  • Up to 4K Video at 60 fps, up to100 Mb/s
  • 12MP JPEG or DNG RAW Still Photos
  • Includes Lightning & USB-C Adapters
  • Connect Smartphone as Larger Display
  • Optional Wi-Fi & Bluetooth Monitoring
  • POV, ActiveTrack & FaceTrack Modes
  • Standard Time-Lapse & Motionlapse
  • NightShot & 3 x 3 Panorama Modes
  • Price: $349

Pre-orders are now open at B&H and Amazon. Shipping starts on December 15th.

Additional information:

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Black Friday offers from Luminar, Aurora HDR and Photolemur ending today


New users can purchase Luminar 2018 for US$49 with coupon code PHOTORUMORS (current users can upgrade for $39 with code). Included with the purchase:

  • ViewBug: 3-month Pro membership ($42)
  • KelbyOne: 2-month Pro membership ($40)
  • Rocky Nook: Choice of ANY e-book ($40)
  • Daniel Kordan: Awesome Landscapes Tutorial ($29)
  • Manfrotto & Gitzo: $20 gift card on any $120 purchase ($20)
  •  1 year of FREE SmugMug Portfolio plan (US$180)
  •  119 Dramatic & Romantic Sky Overlays (US$29)
  •  20% OFF COOPH Photography Apparel and accessories

New users can purchase Aurora HDR 2019 for US$89 with coupon code PHOTORUMORS (current users can upgrade for $49 with code). Included with the purchase:

  • 1 year of FREE SmugMug Portfolio plan ($180)
  • 3 months free of Stuck in Сustoms Passport membership ($30)

You can also purchase both Luminar 2018 and Aurora HDR 2019 for $119


Photolemur is now 83% off - you can get the package for $25 including:

  • Photolemur Family license - $55
  • 3 Styles - $12 worth each
  • Picaboo Book - $50 worth
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Fuji Fujinon XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WR lens now shipping

Fuji Fujinon XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WR lens Fuji Fujinon XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WR lens
Fuji Fujinon XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WR lens Fuji Fujinon XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WR lens
The new Fuji Fujinon XF 8-16mm f/2.8 R LM WR lens is now shipping worldwide (click on pictures for larger view). The official US release date is November 29th. Check pricing and availability at Adorama, B&H, Amazon and FotoHansKeuzekamp.

Update - the Fujifilm GFX50R camera is also now shipping (check availability at AdoramaB&H, Amazon).

Additional pictures and information on the 8-16mm f/2.8 lens:

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Capture One Pro 12 rumored to be announced in January 2019


I received some information that the new Capture One Pro 12 version is rumored to be announced in January 2019. If you have been thinking about purchasing the current Phase One Capture One Pro 11, maybe you should wait another month or two.

Update - the official announcement could be even earlier. Currently, Capture One Pro 12 is up to beta version 6:

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Sony could make f/1 lens if they wanted but there isn’t really a market for them, new lens beyond the 400mm f/2.8 is coming


Amateur Photographer published their interview with Kenji Tanaka from Sony cameras. Here is the recap from SonyAddict:

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Another L-mount alliance interview


Dpreview published their interview with Leica, Sigma and Panasonic talking about the new L-mount Alliance. Here is a recap:

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Samyang XP 35mm f/1.2 full-frame DSLR lens for Canon officially announced



The previously rumored Samyang XP 35mm f/1.2 full-frame DSLR lens for Canon is now officially announced. The XP line is designed to handle cameras with more than 50MP and 8K video. This is the fourth Samyang XP lens for Canon. The US pricing is not yet announced.

Additional information:

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Cyber Monday photography deals


Most of the Black Friday deals are still going on for Cyber Monday (check Adorama, B&H Photo, Amazon, WEX UK for details):

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What else is new?


What else is new:
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Rumor: the upcoming Panasonic S1/S1R full-frame mirrorless cameras to be priced at around $4,500 (more expensive than the Sony a9 and Nikon Z7)

The Japanese website SankeiBiz (a business news website run by Sankei - one of the largest media companies in Japan) recently reported that the prices of the upcoming Panasonic S1/S1R full-frame mirrorless cameras will be higher than the Sony a9 ($3,498) and Nikon Z7 ($3,396.95), or around $4,500:

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