As previously rumored, Nikon Japan announced the new super-telephoto 800mm, fixed focal length lens to the lineup of NIKKOR lenses. This lens will offer a fixed focal length of 800 mm, a maximum aperture of f/5.6, and will be fully compatible with Nikon FX-format cameras. This lens is scheduled to be on display at Photokina 2012 this September. Continue reading “Nikon 800mm f/5.6 Super Telephoto lens announced”
How a Digital Camera is Made
This video below shows a look inside how Canon digital cameras are made. From clean rooms for sensor production to 3D modeling of camera design, it’s an interesting watch for those of us who have look at our cameras and wondered how these things came to be. Continue reading “How a Digital Camera is Made”
Canon Mirrorless and 200-400mm f/4L lens coming on July 23, 2012
Canon Rumors is invited for the July 23, 2012 product announcement date for new products: The new Canon Mirrorless and EF 200-400mm f/4L IS 1.4x lens. Continue reading “Canon Mirrorless and 200-400mm f/4L lens coming on July 23, 2012”
5D Mark II Body Only Price Dropped
The still popular full frame SLR 5D Mark II now price dropped from $2,199 to $$2,079, Continue reading “5D Mark II Body Only Price Dropped”
New Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS Lens Patent
A patent for an EF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS lens has spotted on egami, this has been a lens that has been talked about for several years. Another 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM lens delayed until September, 2012. Continue reading “New Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L IS Lens Patent”
Nikon D800, D800E and D4 In Stock situation improved at Amazon.com
Amazon.com now have Nikon D800, Nikon D800E and D4 in stock, and will available for shipping within 3 to 5 weeks or 1 to 2 months.
Nikon D800 shipping within 3 to 5 weeks
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Leica S3 coming in Photokina
Leica is rumored to announce the S2 replacement at Photokina, and it should be Leica S3. The new S3 is expected to also have a 37.5MP sensor but with improved characteristics. In the upcoming weeks/months the price of the S2 is expected to drop. Some rumors point to Continue reading “Leica S3 coming in Photokina”
EOS Utility 2.11 available for download online
EOS Utility (hereinafter EU) is software for communication with your EOS DIGITAL camera. By connecting the camera and computer with the cable provided with the camera, you can download to your computer images saved in the camera‘s memory card as well as set various camera settings or shoot remotely from EU on your computer. Continue reading “EOS Utility 2.11 available for download online”
Canon Rebel T4i Product Advisory – EXIF Data Errors
Canon USA made a product advisory about the new Canon EOS Rebel T4i. We have identified a phenomenon in which the camera model name embedded in the EXIF data of captured images incorrectly shows “EOS Kiss X6i”, which is the model name for the EOS Rebel T4i in the Japanese market. Even if this occurs, however, the image taken is still captured correctly. Continue reading “Canon Rebel T4i Product Advisory – EXIF Data Errors”
Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II delayed until Mid-September
Canon has delayed the release of the EF 24-70 f/2.8L II again. This time until mid September 2012. The reason for the delay is said to be for “final adjustments in production”. Continue reading “Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II delayed until Mid-September”