Panasonic rumored to announce two new cameras: GX9 and TZ200


The latest rumors from Japan suggest that Panasonic will soon announce two new cameras that are already being tested:

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The Fuji X-H1 camera is rumored to be announced on February 15th

The Fuji X-H1 camera is rumored to be announced on February 15th according to a report from FujiAddict based on an upcoming Fujifilm sponsored CSTV film:

"The Camera Store TV will be screening a film sponsored by Fujifilm using unannounced equipment at a movie theater in Canada. The unannounced equipment is likely to be the Fujifilm X-H1 and accompanying X-mount MK lenses, which is right in time for our leaked February release date. TCSTV will also be doing a Q&A after the film so don’t miss this opportunity if you are in town."

The Fuji X-H1 camera is expected to start shipping in March. Here are the details on the new camera previously reported by FujiAddict:

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The latest Adorama deals

The latest deals from Adorama:


Fuji X-E2S with 18-55mm OIS + XF 14mm f/2.8 R lenses + camera grip + shoulder bag kit is now $848.94 off (41% off).


→ The Sigma 100-400mm f/5-6.3 DG OS HSM lens for Nikon F-mount is now $150 off (19% off). The Canon version of this same lens is also reduced.


→ Tamron SP 24-70mm f/2.8 Di VC USD lens for Nikon F-mount is now $500 off (38% off). The Canon version of this lens is also reduced.


→ Rokinon 14mm f/2.8 IF ED UMC lens is now up to $110 off

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Olympus E-PL9 mirrorless camera leaked online




The first pictures of the previously rumored Olympus E-PL9 MFT mirrorless camera leaked online (via Digicame-info). The E-PL9 price is expected to be ¥89,640 (tax included, or around $820). Compared to the Olympus E-PL8 camera, the new model has a built-in flash while the accessory port was removed. The official announcement will be during the first week February.

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First picture of the upcoming Fujifilm X-A5 camera with Fujinon XC 15-45mm f/3.5-5.6 kit lens


The first picture of the upcoming Fujifilm X-A5 camera with Fujinon XC 15-45mm f/3.5-5.6 kit lens leaked online courtesy of Digicame-info. The new Fuji XC 15-45mm f/3.5-5.6 lens is not a pancake and it doesn't have power zoom as some have suggested before (our initial report was correct). The new X-A5 no longer has the focus mode selector on the front, otherwise, it looks identical to the Fuji X-A3 model. Expect the official announcement at the end of January/early February.

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Ricoh is rumored to announce a new Pentax K-1 Mark II DSLR camera


Ricoh is rumored to announce a new Pentax K-1 Mark II DSLR camera according to Nokishita (via PentaxRumors).

The Pentax K-1 DSLR was officially announced in February 2016. The price of the camera recently dropped to $1,779.95.

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Pictures of the rumored Venus Optics Laowa 9mm f/2.8 ZERO-D APS-C mirrorless lens


A quick update on my previous post from earlier today - here are several pictures of the rumored Venus Optics Laowa 9mm f/2.8 ZERO-D APS-C mirrorless lens courtesy of Weibo:

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More info on the upcoming Venus Optics Laowa 9mm f/2.8 ZERO-D APS-C mirrorless lens



Some additional information on the upcoming Venus Optics Laowa 9mm f/2.8 ZERO-D APS-C mirrorless lens:

  • to be announced in March
  • field of view: 115 degrees
  • 49mmm filter
  • will be available for Sony E, Canon EOS M and Fujifilm X mounts
  • ZERO-D lens ("Close to zero distortion" like the previous 15mm f/2 ZERO-D and 12mm f/2.8 ZERO-D lenses)

The Venus Optics Laowa 9mm f/2.8 ZERO-D APS-C lens is currently being tested by several websites.

Venus Optics will also soon announce a new cine zoom lens.

Update - here are the first pictures of the new lens:

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