Metz has a teaser for a new flash

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The German manufacturer Metz released a teaser for “new generation of insertion flashes” on their Facebook page. The first model will be launched at Photokina. They claim that they could reduce the size of the flash by 30%:

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The big 2016 Photokina recap (list of rumored cameras and lenses)

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After the official Canon and Fuji announcements, this is an updated list on what to expect in the next few weeks before the start of the Photokina show:

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Fuji X-T2 is almost here (additional coverage from a recent event in Hong Kong)

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The Fuji X-T12 is scheduled to start shipping next week in the US (September 8th). Here is some additional information/coverage from a recent Fuji X-T2 event in Hong Kong. First, a few Q&A:

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Top 10 PhotoRumors posts for August 2016

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The top 10 PhotoRumors posts for August, 2016 are:

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Canon EOS M5 mirrorless camera rumored to be announced before Photokina

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Canon is rumored to announce a new EOS M5 mirrorless camera before Photokina (on September 15th). Here are the expected specifications:

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Next Tamron lens: 18-270mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD TS

Tamron 18-270mm f:3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD TS lens
Back in April I reported that in 2016 Tamron will announce two new lenses – a wide angle and an ultra tele zoom. After the SP 150-600mm f/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2 tele lens got already announced few days ago, next week (on September 6th) Tamron will announce a new 18-270mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD TS lens (model B008TS). The new lens will be available for both Nikon and Canon mounts.

 

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Irix 11mm f/4 full frame lens for DSLR cameras rumored to be announced next week

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I received some information that Irix is preparing for a new product announcement next week. The company is expected to officially announce their 11mm f/4 full frame lens for DSLR cameras. There is also the possibility for a completely new lens. Stay tuned for additional information.

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What else is new?

With only few weeks left till Photokina, there are many news that I already covered on the other blogs or they are just not worth a separate post. Here is a recap on what else is new:

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Canon XC15 4K camcorder announced

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The previously leaked Canon XC15 4K camcorder is now officially announced. The US price is $3,000. Main specs and press release:

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Deal of the day: Olympus OM-D E-M1 is $300 off today only

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With the upcoming/rumored replacement, Olympus USA is running a one day special ($300 off) on the OM-D E-M1 MFT camera. For addition information check the product listings at B&H and Adorama. The current Olympus rebates offer up to $100 off on selected lenses.

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Tamron SP 150-600mm f/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2 lens announced

Tamron SP 150-600mm f:5-6.3 Di VC USD G2 lens
The Tamron SP 150-600mm f/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2 lens is now announced together with two new teleconverters. The US price is $1,399 (pre-orders: B&H | Adorama). Additional information, including MTF charts and detailed specs can be found here. Tamron is also rumored to announce a new wide angle zoom lens by the end of the year.

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Panasonic at Photokina 2016

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Similar to my Olympus post from yesterday, this is an updated list on what to expect from Panasonic in the next few weeks for the 2016 Photokina show:

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