Photo Rumors

Canon claims the #1 spot in full-frame and APS-C interchangeable lens cameras in the US

By PR admin | Published: February 7, 2018

After the latest claim by Nikon, Canon wanted to remind everyone that they still have the #1 spot in full-frame and APS-C interchangeable lens cameras in the US:

“In 2017, Canon U.S.A., a leader in digital imaging, was the number one selling Full-Frame Interchangeable Lens Camera (ILC) brand and APS-C ILC2 brand in the U.S., according to The NPD Group. Canon has been number one worldwide in these camera segments for the last 14 years, based on a global Canon survey.”

Here is the full press release:

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Olympus PEN E-PL9 announced: 16MP, no EVF, image stabilization, 4k

By PR admin | Published: February 7, 2018

The previously rumored Olympus PEN E-PL9 camera is now officially announced overseas (Europe and Asia). The Olympus Pen E-PL9 will start shipping in March for €549 (£579 in the UK) for body only. US pricing was not available at the time of this post. This new camera doesn’t really offer anything new or exciting (16MP, no EVF, image stabilization, 4k) but if you are interested, here are the detailed specifications:

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Pentax K-1 DSLR camera discontinued, new Mark II model imminent

By PR admin | Published: February 6, 2018

The Pentax K-1 full frame DSLR camera is now discontinued and a new Mark II version is rumored to be announced soon.

The Pentax K-1 was announced on February 17th, 2016 and is currently selling for $1,779.95.

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The latest Panasonic GH5S and G9 cameras are now in stock in the US

By PR admin | Published: February 5, 2018

The latest two new Micro Four Thirds cameras from Panasonic are currently in stock in the US:

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Meike will soon announce three new mirrorless lenses: 50mm f/1.7, 25mm f/2 and 25mm T2.2

By PR admin | Published: February 5, 2018

Meike will soon release three new APS-C mirrorless manual focus lenses that will be available for Sony E, Canon EF-M, Nikon 1, Fujifilm X and Micro Four Thirds mounts:

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Voigtlander Nokton Classic 35mm f/1.4 FE lens for Sony E-mount will start shipping on February 15th

By PR admin | Published: February 4, 2018

The new Voigtlander Nokton Classic 35mm f/1.4 FE lens for Sony E-mount is expected to start shipping on February 15th. The suggested retail price in Japan (excluding tax) is around ¥85,000 or aprox. $750 (official US pricing not yet announced).

The new Voigtlander Nokton Classic 35mm f/1.4 FE lens is a re-design of the M-mount version ($629) and is optimized for full-frame E-mount cameras.

Voigtlander already has several different mirrorless lenses or Sony E-mount.

Via Cosina Japan

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New Sony savings/rebates start in the US today

By PR admin | Published: February 3, 2018

New Sony camera and lens savings just started in the US:

→ Sony α winter trade-in event: up to $500 trade-in bonus (valid until 3/31, available also at Adorama).

→ New Sony rebates: up to $900 off with 4% back in rewards.

There are also two new lens deals for DSLR users:

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New DJI Mavic Pro 2 drone rumored to be announced in March

By PR admin | Published: February 3, 2018

The current DJI Mavic Pro

After the Mavic Air ($799), DJI is rumored to announce a new Mavic Pro 2 that will replace the current DJI Mavic Pro model ($1,399). The new drone is expected to be an “upsized” Mavic Air with a new larger camera.

Update – here are some of the rumored DJI Mavic Pro 2 drone specifications: