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By admin, on February 9th, 2016
According to a anonymous email we have received today the upcoming Panasonic LX100 successor will carry latest 20 MP or 16 MP CMOS sensor.
 The information look bit logical to me So the big question is will Panasonic use the Same 16 MP OR 20 MP sensor in the upcoming LX200 camera?
We do expect at the moment that Panasonic will use the latest 20MP sensor from GX8 in its upcoming camera.
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By admin, on February 9th, 2016
Olympus SH3 announced in Japan today the camera wide-angle zoom lens the covers a wide range of 25-600mm, 24X optical zoom and built in 5 axis image stabilization. Olympus added new art filters and night capture scene mode.
Update: Even after one year of the SH3 announcement the SH3 remains Japan specific. The Olympus didn’t announced the SH3 globally. Will Update you soon as we get any new information.
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By admin, on February 9th, 2016
Canon latest patent surfaced over the web, that shows Canon 18-100mm lens , The upcoming lens have next generation of advance optics, IS system and STM motor to focus silently.
Description, self-interpretation of the patent literature
- Patent Publication No. 2016-1224
- Published 2016.1.7
- Filing date 2014.6.11
- Example
- Focal length 18.59 47.22 94.99
- F-number 3.60 4.92 5.88
- Half angle of view (degrees) 36.31 16.14 8.18
- Image height 13.66 13.66 13.66
- The total lens length 137.78 158.04 178.30
- BF 35.39 52.79 64.61
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By admin, on February 8th, 2016
 Both the camera look solid and stylish, the Fuji X-Pro two is bit bigger in size compared to the Olympus PEN F. The X-Pro 2 uses third genration of X-Trans sensor on the other side we have Olympus PEN F that uses new but traditional CMOS sensor.
| Features/ Models |
Olympus PEN-F
|
Fuji X-Pro 2
|
| Sensor |
20.3MP Live MOS Sensor |
24.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS III Sensor |
| Sensor size |
Micro Four Thirds System |
APS-C (1.5x Crop Factor) |
| Sensor Type |
Contrast Detect |
Contrast + Phase Detect |
| Image Stabilization |
5-Axis In-Body Image Stabilization |
No |
| Low pass filter |
No |
No |
| Image processor |
TruePic VII Image Processor |
X-Processor Pro Engine |
| AF system |
81 contrast based AF points
|
273-Point AF with 77 Phase-Detect Points |
| ISO |
50-25600 |
100-51200 |
| Shutter Min/ mix |
30-1/8000 |
30-1/32000 |
| Continuous shooting speed |
10 fps |
8 fps |
| Video |
Full HD 1080p Video Recording at 60 fps |
Full HD 1080p/60 Video |
| Display |
3.0″ 1.037m-Dot Vari-Angle Touchscreen |
3.0″ 1.62m-Dot LCD Monitor |
| Viewfinder |
EVF |
Advanced Hybrid Multi Viewfinder |
| Hot shoe |
Yes |
Yes |
| Wireless |
Built-In |
Built-In |
| Environmentally sealed |
Yes |
Yes |
| Battery life |
330 |
350 |
| Dimensions |
147 x 115 x 81 mm |
149 x 112 x 78 mm |
| Weight |
860 g |
495 g |
From the specification comparison table we can see that
The Fuji X-Pro 2 camera features more bigger sensor and bit extra resolution over the Olympus PEN F, the other advantage of the X-Pro 2 camera is X-Trans architecture based sensor that completely eliminates the need Low pass filter.
 As you can see in the sensor size difference, the Olympus PEN F features 4/3 sensor on the other side the Fuji X-Pro 2 camera features APS-C sensor, so without doubt we will see more details in Fuji X-Pro 2 images.
 The 5 axis image stabilization system used in Olympus reduces the camera shake upto 5 stops, the camera doesn’t need IS based lenses and on the other side we have Fuji that doesn’t feature built in IS, the IS depend upon the type of lenses used.
The AF system of Fuji is advance compared to the Olympus, due to the help of X-Trans tech the Fuji enjoys the Hybrid CMOS AF and lock down AF in a min speed of 0.06 sec only, on the other side we have PEN -F that limited to contrast based AF system only.
Video recording is almost same, both the camera limited to full HD video recording and doesn’t support 4K. It’s really strange to ss a $1K range mirrorless cameras announced in 2016 and remains limited to Full HD mode only.
Olympus PEN-F vs Fuji X-Pro 2 — ISO Test
Olympus PEN-F vs Fuji X-Pro 2 Image Analysis
In the High ISO test we can clearly see that the Fuji is showing more details compared to the Olympus PEN-F camera.
AT ISO 3200 Olympus PEM -F fails to pick the minor details of the image and the Low-Pass filter less Fuji showing intense amount of details with excellent color and contrast output.
At ISO 25600 Fuji showing excellent color, contrast and details compared to Olympus PEN-F camera.
Verdict
Based on specification comparison of both the camera and high ISO test results we highly recommend you to get Fuji X-pro 2 camera if you care about the image quality and AF system.
Do share your thoughts with us.
By admin, on February 7th, 2016
 Both camera features excellent core specification and next generation of sensor technology, basically Fuji is bit slow compared to A6300 and limited to Full HD video. Take a look at the specification comparison review of both the camera.
| Features/ Models |
Sony A6300 |
Fuji X-Pro2 |
| Megapixel |
24.2MP APS-C Exmor CMOS Sensor |
24.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS III Sensor |
| Sensor size |
23.5 x 15.6 mm |
23.5 x 15.6 mm |
| Sensor Type |
Hybrid CMOS AF |
X-Trans CMOS Sensor |
| Low pass filter |
Yes |
No |
| Image processor |
BIONZ X Image Processor |
X-Processor Pro Engine |
| AF system |
425 Phase-Detect Points and 169 contrast AF points |
273-Point AF with 77 Phase-Detect Points |
| ISO |
100-51200 |
100-51200 |
| Shutter Type |
Electronic & Mechanical |
Electronic & Mechanical |
| Image Stabilization |
NO |
No |
| Shutter Min/ mix |
30 – 1/4000 |
30 – 1/16000 |
| Continuous shooting speed |
11 fps |
8 fps |
| Video |
Internal UHD 4K30 & 1080p120 Recording |
Full HD 1080p Video Recording at 60 fps |
| Display |
3.0″ 921.6k-Dot Tilting LCD Monitor |
3.0″ 1.62m-Dot LCD Monitor |
| Viewfinder |
XGA Tru-Finder 2.36m-Dot OLED EVF |
Advanced Hybrid Multi Viewfinder |
| Hot shoe |
Yes |
Yes |
| Wireless |
WiFi + NFC |
WiFi + NFC |
| Environmentally sealed |
No |
No |
| Battery life |
400 |
350 |
| Dimensions |
120.0 x 66.9 x 48.8 mm |
141 x 83 x 56 mm |
| Weight |
404 g |
495 g |
Sensor
Both camera loaded with advance Sensor technology. The Sony Hybrid Sensor Built with active Phase AF pixels, a total number number of 425 Phase AF points and 169 contrast detect zones to ensure you never miss a single frame while shooting.
No need of LPF in X-Pro 2 – Fuji developed 3rd generation of X-Trans Sensor for the X-Pro 2 camera. The Sensor uses randomized pixel array that completely eliminate the need of optical low-pass filter over it and enables blazing fast AF.
 Full time AF with A6300 – Sony A6300 camera also feature newly developed 24 MP CMOS sensor with 425 Phase detect AF points and 169 contrast detect AF points and undoubtedly the Sony does faster AF than X-pro 2 camera. Take a look at the table below.
| Camera models |
AF Lock Time in average condition |
|
| Sony A6300 |
0.05 |
|
| Fuji X-Pro 2 |
0.06 |
|
The fuji X-Pro 2 features a excellent Shutter range that goes from 60 to 16000 with the help of electronic and mechanical shutter on the other hand the Sony also feature Hybrid shutter but the range remains limited to 60-1/4000.
Continuous shooting speed in A6300 is more faster, the camera can shoot upto 11fps @ 24 MP image files, the Fuji X-Pro2 camera is limited to 5 fps only.
The Fuji X-Pro 2 camera unfortunately limited to Full HD mode only on the other hand the Sony A6300 can shoot 4 videos @ 30fps and Full HD videos at 120fps.
Verdict: Both camera uses new sensor but the Sony sensor is more advance in-terms of AF-capability, the Fuji X-Trans sensor is Low-Pass Less and we do expect bit more sharp images from Fuji. The Sony A6300 have more AF points and will cover more screen compared to Fuji So you never loos your AF on speedy subject.
The Sony A6300 is capable to shoot 4K videos on the go on the other hand the Fuji Xpro2 is limited to Full HD only.
The final choice is your depend upon the type of needs you have but based on Overall based on specification comparison we recommend you to get Sony A6300
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By admin, on February 7th, 2016
 From the image of the two we can see that Sony 6300 is bit more compact compared to Panasonic GX8 also take a look a look at the specification comparison review of both the camera.
| Features/ Models |
Sony A6300 |
Panasonic GX8
|
| Megapixel |
24.2MP APS-C Exmor CMOS Sensor |
20.3MP Digital Live MOS Sensor |
| Sensor size |
23.5 x 15.6 mm |
Venus Engine Image Processor |
| Sensor Type |
Hybrid CMOS AF |
Contrast Detect AF |
| Low pass filter |
Yes |
Yes |
| Image processor |
BIONZ X Image Processor |
TruePic VII Image Processor |
| AF system |
425 Phase-Detect Points |
Contrast Detect |
| ISO |
100-51200 |
80-25600 |
| Shutter Type |
Electronic & Mechanical |
Electronic & Mechanical |
| Image Stabilization |
NO |
In-Camera Image Stabilization, Dual I.S. |
| Shutter Min/ mix |
30 – 1/4000 |
60 – 1/16000 |
| Continuous shooting speed |
11 fps |
10fps |
| Video |
Internal UHD 4K 30 & 1080p 120fps Recording |
4K UHD Video Recording at 30/24 fps |
| Display |
3.0″ 921.6k-Dot Tilting LCD Monitor |
3.0″ 1.037m-Dot Vari-Angle Touchscreen |
| Viewfinder |
XGA Tru-Finder 2.36m-Dot OLED EVF |
Tilting 2.36m-Dot 0.77x OLED EVF |
| Hot shoe |
Yes |
Yes |
| Wireless |
WiFi + NFC |
WiFi + NFC |
| Environmentally sealed |
No |
No |
| Battery life |
400 |
|
| Dimensions |
120.0 x 66.9 x 48.8 mm |
124.8 x 72.1 x 37.3 mm |
| Weight |
404 g |
427 g |
Sensor: The Panasonic GX8 features
The Panasonic GX8 features 20 Megapixel CMOS 4/3 sensor and Sony A6300 features a 20 MP APS-C sensor, Sony A6300 sensor carry more resolution as well as bigger sensor.
Both the sensor are built on different technologies, the Sony A6300 sensor is built with active Phase AF pixels inside the sensor so it will do fast AF compared to the Panasonic GX8.
The Sony advance Hybrid CMOS AF features 425 phase based AF points and 169 contrast based AF points, will allow camera to lock AF in a little time of 0.05 sec, on the other side the Panasonic features exclusive DFD auto-focus system. that also locks AF in .07 sec. However Sony clearly wins the game by .02 sec difference.
Take a look at the difference in AF time of both the camera.
| Camera |
Sony A6300 |
Panasonic GX8 |
| AF lock time |
0.05 sec |
0.07 sec |
| Continuous shooting speed |
11 fps |
10fps |
Continuous shooting speed of A6300 is faster compared to Panasonic GX8 camera despite of having more resolution.
ISO range of the Sony A6300 is more broad and another biggest advantage is the larger sensor area compared to the Panasonic GX8 43 sensor. More ISO will sure help you get neat and clean night-shots without noise banding or color noise.
Dual IS in Panasonic GX8 is un-comparable, Panasonic becomes the world first company to feature Dual IS in a camera system, the Panasonic GX8 comes with built in sensor shift IS mechanism and when you add a OIS lens in the camera, the camera IS system sync with the Lens based IS system to give you ultimate result.
The Panasonic GX8 features and Sony A6300 both can record 4K videos at 30fps.
The Panasonic GX8 features 3″ touchscreen vari-angle monitor with bit high resolution compared to Sony A6300.
Verdict: Both the camera have almost same price tag, so we recommend you get the Sony A6300 camera since the camera features more advance AF and better sensor on the other side the Panasonic GX8 camera features built-in image stabilization. So if you prefer built-in IS over image quality and AF you can get the GX8 camera.
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Also see – Sony A6300 performed better during High ISO test comparison with Panasonic GX8 camera.
Recommended Lenses for Sony A6300 Camera can be found here – Best Lenses for Sony A6300 Camera
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By admin, on February 6th, 2016
Due to excessive high demand all these three camera announcement date may get but shifted. Take a look at the official pres release below.
 Take a look at the announcement text translated by google
Dear I received patronize a Nikon product, Thank you very much.
This time, Niokimashite new products following which had been scheduled to be released in March, per well received, because it can not offer the number required for the sale, we will postpone the Release Date.
We apologize for the inconvenience, thank you for patience.
Nikon Japan announced a delay for the release of the new D500 DSLR camera. The new shipping date for the following products is end of April, 2016.
Fuji X-Pro 2 announcement is also delayed, take a look at the official press release below.
translated by google
Customers Dear
Dear Thank you thick continued patronage Fujifilm product.
Recently, Release Date months to February 18, 2016 premium mirror-less camera, which has been the guidance and (Thursday), “FUJIFILM X-Pro2”, we get some of the delay in production. In addition, orders more than expected from all over the world has also received, in order to ensure a sufficient supply amount, we will be allowed to postpone the release date to early March.
We apologize for inconvenience, but as thank you continued your understanding.
 Sony official word from Sony arrived yet but based on aggressive pre-order from customers many websites shuts down the pre-order system. We will update you soon as we get any new information.
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