This is the new Tamron 70-210mm f/4 Di VC USD full frame lens for DSLR cameras

A new Tamron 70-210mm f/4 Di VC USD full frame lens for DSLR cameras will be announced next week before the 2018 CP+ show. Tamron may have another new lens based on their last teaser.

The new Tamron 70-210mm f/4 Di VC USD lens will be announced on February 22nd

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Sony develops a back-illuminated CMOS sensor with pixel-parallel A/D converter that enables global shutter function

Sony Develops a Back-Illuminated CMOS Image Sensor with Pixel-Parallel A/D Converter That Enables Global Shutter Function*1

Tokyo, Japan—Sony Corporation today announced that it has developed a 1.46 effective megapixel back-illuminated CMOS image sensor equipped with a Global Shutter function*1. The newly developed pixel-parallel analog-to-digital converters provide the function to instantly convert the analog signal from all pixels, simultaneously exposed, to a digital signal in parallel. This new technology was announced at the International Solid-State Circuits Conference (ISSCC) on February 11, 2018 in San Francisco in the United States.

CMOS image sensors using the conventional column A/D conversion method*2 read out the photoelectrically converted analog signals from pixels row by row, which results in image distortion (focal plane distortion) caused by the time shift due to the row-by-row readout. Read More »

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Panasonic develops 8K global shutter technology using organic-photoconductive-film CMOS image sensor


Panasonic Develops Industry's-First 8K High-Resolution, High-Performance Global Shutter Technology using Organic-Photoconductive-Film CMOS Image Sensor

The new technology enables 8K high resolution and high picture quality imaging without motion distortion, even in extremely bright scenes. 

Osaka Japan, - Panasonic Corporation today announced that it has developed a new technology which realizes 8K high-resolution (36M pixels), 60fps framerate, 450k high-saturation electrons and global shutter [1] imaging with sensitivity modulation function simultaneously, using a CMOS image sensor with an organic photoconductive film (OPF). In this OPF CMOS image sensor, the photoelectric-conversion part and the circuit part are independent. By utilizing this OPF CMOS image sensor's unique structure, we have been able to newly develop and incorporate high-speed noise cancellation technology and high saturation technology in the circuit part. And, by using this OPF CMOS image sensor's unique sensitivity control function to vary the voltage applied to the OPF, we realize global shutter function. The technology that simultaneously achieves these performances is the industry's first*1.

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Fujifilm X-H1 “Special Introductory Pricing”



With the announcement of the new flagship X-H1 camera, Fujifilm also introduced a "Special Introductory Pricing" where you can save up to $250 on different X-H1 bundles (click "Configuration" for more information). Adorama is offering a free Domke satchel bag with every X-H1 purchase.

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An evening in Los Angeles with the new Fujifilm X-H1 camera


An evening in Los Angeles with the new Fujifilm X-H1 camera is by Anthony Thurston (website | twitter | instagram):

So, the cat is out of the bag, Fujifilm has finally announced their new top of the line X-Series camera – The X-H1. This is an exciting camera for a number of reasons, including its In-Body Image Stabilization and extensive video focused features. But honestly one of the things that stood out to me the most was the departure from Fujifilm’s vintage design aesthetic. I mean, that isn’t totally true, the camera does still look pretty old school, just now instead of looking like old manual film cameras, they have upped it to start looking like higher-end mid-90s film cameras with all the bells and whistles.

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ProGrade Digital is a new memory card company started by former Lexar executives



ProGrade Digital is a new memory card company started by former Lexar executives:

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MacPhun is now officially called Skylum (coupon code included)


MacPhun is now officially called Skylum (see this post for more details). The company is also running new specials on their top selling software packages (free trials are available for both):

Luminar 2018

  • Current users of Luminar may upgrade for $49 ($39 with coupon code PHOTORUMORS)
  • New users can purchase Luminar 2018 for $69 ($59 with coupon code PHOTORUMORS)
  • A collection of bonuses will also be included with every purchase.

Aurora HDR 2018

  • Current users of Aurora HDR may upgrade for $59 ($49 with coupon code PHOTORUMORS)
  • New users can purchase Aurora HDR 2018 for $99 ($89 with with coupon code PHOTORUMORS)
  • A collection of bonuses will also be included with every purchase.

 

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Fujifilm X-H1 camera officially announced



The long rumored Fujifilm X-H1 camera is now officially announced:

  • 24.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS III Sensor
  • X-Processor Pro Engine
  • 5-Axis In-Body Image Stabilization
  • Internal DCI 4K Video and F-Log Gamma
  • 0.75x 3.69m-Dot Electronic Viewfinder
  • 3" 1.04m-Dot 3-Way Tilt LCD Touchscreen
  • 325-Point Intelligent Hybrid AF System
  • 1080p at 120 fps; Flicker Reduction Mode
  • 1.28" Sub-LCD Top Screen
  • Weather-Sealed Body; Two UHS-II SD Slots
  • Pre-order links: B&H Photo | Adorama | Amazon

  • Sample Images
  • Related videos (first look, top features) and full press release:

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