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New Canon Mirrorless Camera to be announced in this Summer

Canon EOS M 2

As we have already told you that canon is rumored to announce two new mirrorless camera and at least three new EOS M lenses (including compact zoom lenses) in 2013, yesterday a new source told us that upcoming EOS M camera will use the recently announced EOS 100D sensor and DIGIC 6 Image Processor.

Take everything with a grain of salt. The specs are said to be of a test camera, in other words: a prototype Canon is testing.

Nikon Patent News: 58mm f/1.2 lens patent

Nikon 58mm F1.2

With Canon several  (see here and here) patents one nikon patent also surfaced, Nikon field another two lens patents (2013-019992, 2013-011831) in Japan for the new 58mm f/1.2 lens.

Nikon 58mm f/1.2 lens patent details translated by google

  • Focal length: 58.0216
  • Aperture: 1.229
  • Half angle of view: 20.82 “
  • Image height: 21.6
  • Lens length: 122.05004
  • Backfocus: 38.01861
  • Lens design: 9 elements in 7 groups with three aspherical surfaces and possibly two ED elements (2 & 4)

source – egami

Surprise Announcement from Canon in July 2013

Canon 700D 7D Mark II

Canon will make a surprise announcement  in July 2013, I don’t know much about that but we may see a fixed lens APS-C compact from Canon. Canon 70D arrival time is also between July/August 2013, 7D Mark II is rumored to arrive in Q1 of 2014.

List of Canon Products that we know coming in 2013

  1. Canon 70D
  2. Canon Pro Powershot (With big sensor, probably APS-C)
  3. Two Canon Mirrorless (Entry Level and Pro) and New Lenses for Mirrorless Series

Products Coming in 2014 (Possibly in March)

  1. Canon 7D Mark II
  2. Canon 750D

we will update you soon as we get any new information, stay wit us on FB, G+ and Twitter.

src – Canon Rumor

 

Canon Patent News: Canon 30mm f/2.8, 18-90mm, 18-135mm Lenses

Canon 3 new lens patent surfaced over the web today, Canon 30mm f/2.8, 18-90mm f/3.5-5.6, 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 Lenses, take a look at the details below, translated by google

Description and self-interpretation of the patent literature

  • Patent Publication No. 2013-88736
    • Publication date 2013.5.13
    • Filing date 2011.10.21
  • Example 1
    • Zoom ratio 7.02
    • Focal length f = 18.60 – 130.50mm
    • Fno 3.59 -. 5.88
    • Half angle ω = 36.29 – 5.98 °
    • Image height 13.66mm
    • 187.48mm – 138.01 overall length of the lens
    • BF 35.60 – 70.79mm
    • Effective diameter of 58.92mm front lens
    • 16 pieces of 12-group lens configuration
    • One piece of one aspherical surface
    • One UD glass
    • 6-group zoom positive and negative negative positive positive
    • Inner Focus (Group 4)
  • Example 2
    • Zoom ratio 4.73
    • Focal length f = 18.60 – 87.97mm
    • Fno 3.59 -. 5.88
    • Half angle ω = 36.29 – 8.83 °
    • Image height 13.66mm
    • 164.98mm – 125.04 overall length of the lens
    • BF 35.60 – 69.29mm
    • Effective diameter of 61.54mm front lens
    • 13 pieces of 9 lens configuration
    • One piece of one aspherical surface
    • 4-group zoom positive and negative positive positive
    • Inner Focus (the second group)
  • Example 3
    • Focal length f = 29.48mm
    • Fno. 2.92
    • Half angle ω = 24.86 °
    • Image height 13.66mm
    • The overall length of the lens 78.43mm
    • BF 35.40mm
    • Effective diameter of 22.43mm front lens
    • 10 pieces of 8 lens configuration
    • One piece of one aspherical surface
  • Resin lens
    • Vulnerable to temperature change
    • There are restrictions on the type of coating, ghost and flare cause of
  • Canon patent
    • The final lens group is arranged a resin lens having a concave surface facing the image side, and place the glass lens on the image side
    • Weaken the power of the resin lens, I reduce the performance variation due to temperature change
    • Incident light axial rays is arranged in a low position of the resin lens, to suppress the influence of the birefringence variation of the resin lens
    • Likely to occur in the concave surface of the resin lensghost is avoided by optimization of the power of the air lens in the shape of the glass lens and resin lens, in the meantime

Fujifilm Entry Level Mirrorless Camera Coming in July 2013

Img of fuji entry level CameraThe image leaked from a Swedish website Cyberphoto (now removed), according to the website the smiling Fuji rep is holding the upcoming X series Entry Level Mirrorless camera from Fujifilm,

Read the translation Below

“unfortunately, we can not say whether it is compact or SLR. What we can say is that no current model is changed without Fujifilm expands its range. More information will come.”

Fujifilm new 2/3 inch sensor

According to the latest rumor we are getting Fujifilm Entry Level Mirrorless Camera Coming With 2/3 Inch Sensor, expected to announced on July 2013.

  • Fujifilm has developed a  new entry level mirror-less camera equipped with a 2/3 inch sensor.
  • Sensor will be X-Trans CMOS sensor II (New).
  • This camera will be against models of NIKON 1 and PENTAX Q10.
  • Announced in the summer of 2013. Release scheduled for fall of 2013.

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High ISO Test - Ricoh GR vs Nikon Coolpix A vs Fujifilm X100S vs Canon G1 X

High ISO Test – Ricoh GR vs Nikon Coolpix A vs Fujifilm X100S vs Canon G1 X, Ricoh GR features 16 megapixel APS-C CMOS image sensor that offers low-noise characteristics, 18.3mm F2.8 GR lens equivalent to 28mm in the 35mm format, take a look at the Image comparison below.

Ricoh GR HIGH Test

the scene is illuminated at 200 lux, the GR positioned in M mode with a couple 1/4 s and f / 5.6 ISO value of 100. The images are visible at 100% and you can download the raw files from focus-numerique

Image quality of of Canon G1X look stunning at ISO 3200 and 6400, Nikon Coolpix A performed better than Ricoh GR and Fujifilm X100S is the best camera for low light photography.

Also see – Ricoh GR comparison review

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Nikon 1 NIKKOR 32mm f/1.2 Lens, Press Release, Sample Images, Specification and MTF Chart

Nikon 1 Nikkor 32mm f/1.2 portrait lens today announced by Nikon, the Lens features bright F1.2 Max Aperture Range, fast silent wave motor for focus, The 1 NIKKOR 32mm f/1.2 lens will be available in Black and Silver for a suggested retail price (SRP) of $899.95

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The Newest Addition to the Nikon 1 System, the 1 NIKKOR 32mm f/1.2 Lens, Offers Superior Resolution and Incredible Depth of Field to Nikon 1 Shooters

MELVILLE, N.Y. (May 14, 2013) – Today, Nikon Inc. introduced the newest addition to the acclaimed Nikon 1 system, the 1 NIKKOR 32mm f/1.2 lens, a fast medium-telephoto offering for photographers who appreciate the speed and portability of the Nikon 1 System. With a fixed focal length of 32mm and a maximum aperture of f/1.2, the new 32mm lens is the fastest in the ever expanding 1 NIKKOR lens lineup. An ideal lens for portraiture, the 1 NIKKOR 32mm f/1.2 lens is capable of rendering breathtaking images that capture every detail.

The 1 NIKKOR 32mm f/1.2 lens (86mm equivalent in 35mm format) enables brilliant sharpness and is able to resolve intricate details in portraits such as hair, eyes and eyelashes, while also allowing for strategically precise image blur and bokeh. From flattering portraits to still-life art, this fast lens gives users the ability to emphasize a primary subject combined with a skillfully blurred background for a dramatic yet natural separation, and shoot with confidence in challenging light.

Additionally, core NIKKOR lens technologies have been carried over into the 1 NIKKOR series, as the 32mm f/1.2 is the first 1 NIKKOR lens to be equipped with a Silent Wave Motor (SWM), a manual focus ring and a Nano Crystal Coat — all traditional staples of the NIKKOR line. Utilizing the Close-Range Correction System, the lens is able to provide high-resolution, realistic textures and minimized aberration, even during close-up shooting. The M/A (autofocus with manual override) mode lets the user to manually focus during autofocus operation for intuitive and fine adjustments while shooting. Additionally, the lens sports an elegant and portable design while Nikon’s exclusive Nano Crystal Coat effectively reduces instances of ghost and flare for optimal image quality.

With the addition of the new 1 NIKKOR 32mm f/1.2 lens, the 1 NIKKOR lens lineup now offers nine total lenses for photographers seeking the ideal harmony of performance and portability.

Nikon will continue to expand the 1 NIKKOR lineup with lenses that make the most of the capabilities and performance offered by Nikon 1 advanced cameras with interchangeable lenses, while consistently offering new ways for users to express their creative vision.

Price and Availability

The 1 NIKKOR 32mm f/1.2 lens will be available in Black and Silver for a suggested retail price (SRP) of $899.95* in June 2013. For more information on the Nikon 1 system and other 1 NIKKOR lenses as well as other Nikon products, please visit www.nikonusa.com.

Nikon 1 NIKKOR 32mm f/1.2 Lens Sample Images

Nikkon 1 Nikkor 32mm F2.0 Lens

Nikkon 1 Nikkor 32mm F2.0 Lens

Nikkon 1 Nikkor 32mm F2.0 Lens

Focal length
32 mm
Maximum aperture
f/1.2
Minimum aperture
f/16
Lens construction
9 elements in 7 groups (including elements with Nano Crystal coating)
Angle of view
28°
No. of diaphragm blades
7 (rounded diaphragm opening)
Minimum focus distance
0.45 m/1.48 ft from focal plane
Maximum reproduction ratio
0.08x (approx. 0.22x with 35mm [135] format)
Weight
Approx. 235 g/8.3 oz
Diameter x length (distance from the camera’s lens-mount flange)
Approx. 65.5 x 47 mm
Filter-attachment size
52 mm *1
Lens cap
Snap-on
Lens hood
HB-N107 (supplied) *2
Lens case
CL-N101 (optional)

Nikon 1 NIKKOR 32mm f/1.2 Lens MTF Chart

Nikon 1 NIKKOR 32mm f/1.2 Lens Construction