CIPA’s October report is out




CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association in Japan) released their October report (orange: 2019, black: 2018, blue: 2017, click for larger view):

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Canon, Panasonic and Sony confirmed for Photokina 2020


Nikon, Leica and Olympus will not take part in the next Photokina in Germany, but Canon, Panasonic and Sony confirmed today their presence at the 2020 Photokina show (May 27-30, 2020):

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Sigma 40mm and 105mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art lenses for L-mount to start shipping this month, Sigma Cine ‘Art Prime’ lenses announced



Today Sigma announced the shipment schedule for their new 40mm F1.4 DG HSM | Art and 105mm F1.4 DG HSM | Art lenses for L-mount:

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Olympus: “Full-frame isn’t for everybody”


In a recent interview with Dpreview, Olympus representative confirmed that the company is committed to MFT and that "full-frame isn't for everybody" - exactly what they said back in February:

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What else is new?

The upcoming Leica M10-P “Ghost” limited edition camera is beautiful

New Leica M10 “Robb Report Russia 15 years” limited edition camera

The new Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 120-300mm f/2.8E FL ED SR VR lens to be released soon

The Nikon D610 and D810 DSLR cameras are now officially discontinued

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Nikon D6 rumored specifications


The latest Nikon D6 rumored specifications from NikonRumors:

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The latest Canon rumors: EOS Rs and hybrid EF/RF EOS R camera


First, a new set of rumored Canon EOS Rs specifications:

  • 75mp full-frame CMOS
  • Sensor “focused on the dynamic range”
  • Frames per second “… Sounded similar to the EOS R”
  • DIGIC 9
  • Dual Card Slots
  • Joystick the same as the EOS-1D X Mark III
  • Larger and higher resolution EVF than the EOS R
  • Fully articulating LCD screen
  • Fully weather-sealed
  • Similar ergonomics as the EOS R (No touch bar)

Canon is also rumored to be working on a hybrid EF/RF EOS R camera. I am not sure how this will work without an adapter.

Canon also registered a new DS126821 camera that will use the Canon LP-E17 battery and will have Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.2:


Via CanonRumors, (2), Nokishita


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ZY Optics releases the Mitakon 85mm f/2.8 1-5X Super Macro lens with extended working distances



ZY Optics released a new Mitakon 85mm f/2.8 1-5X Super Macro lens with extended working distances:

  • Super Long Working Distance (1x @ 230mm, 5x @ 95mm)
  • Super Low Chromatic Aberration (APO design)
  • Large Aperture
  • Crystal sharpness
  • Near telecentric performance
  • Free tripod collar & LED light
  • Available for Canon EF, Nikon F, Sony FE, Sony Alpha, Pentax K, Sony E, Micro Four Thirds and Fuji X mounts
  • Price: USD 499 (Mitakon lenses are sold at Adorama, B&HAmazon)

Sample photos:

ZY Optics Mitakon 85mm f/2.8 1-5X Super Macro lens with extended working distances sample photos

Press release:

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