Camera production graph (1933-2016) compared to smartphones

By PR admin | Published: March 6, 2017


This graph will give you an idea of why smartphones are killing the camera industry (based on CIPA data):

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Sample video footage taken with the unusual Laowa 24mm f/14 Relay 2x macro lens

By PR admin | Published: March 6, 2017


Venus Optics published three new sample footage videos taken with the unusual Laowa 24mm f/14 Relay 2x macro lens:

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What else is new? (part 2)

By PR admin | Published: March 5, 2017


→ The new Sony SF-G Series UHS-II SDXC memory cards are now available for pre-order at B&H and Adorama (world’s fastest SD memory cards).


→ Phottix announced their new Ares II flash trigger system (supports Canon, Nikon, Sony MIS and Pentax cameras).


→ The Metz teaser from January was for a new Mecalight L1000 LED light.


→ New Olympus rebates introduced.

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The latest Sigma lens rumors

By PR admin | Published: March 4, 2017


Here the latest Sigma lens rumors:

  • New Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 DG OS Sport lens should be announced sometime in Q3/Q4 of 2017.
  • A new Sigma macro lens is also expected in 2017.
  • There is also a possibility of a Sigma 400mm f/5.6 DG OS lens or something similar.

Via CanonRumors

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Interview with Sigma’s CEO: more E-mount lenses in the future

By PR admin | Published: March 4, 2017


Dpreview published their interview with Sigma's CEO. Here are the key points:

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What else is new? (part 1)

By PR admin | Published: March 4, 2017

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This week's recap from the rumors and addicts blogs:

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Interesting bits of information from a recent interview with Olympus executives

By PR admin | Published: March 3, 2017


Imaging Resource recently did an interview with Olympus executives. Here are the key points:

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Blackmagic URSA Mini Pro 4.6K digital cinema camera announced

By PR admin | Published: March 2, 2017


Blackmagic announced a new URSA Mini Pro 4.6K digital cinema camera. Here are the main specs:

  • Super-35mm CMOS Sensor
  • 4608 x 2592 Video up to 60p
  • CinemaDNG and ProRes 444 & 422 Recording
  • Full Set of External Controls
  • 2/4/6-Stop ND Filter Wheel
  • Dual CFast 2.0 and SD Memory Card Slots
  • 12G-SDI Output, Timecode and REF Input
  • 2 XLR Audio Inputs with Phantom Power
  • Interchangeable Lens Mounts
  • Magnesium Alloy Body
  • US pricing: $5,995

Blackmagic URSA Mini Pro key features:

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