According to the Latest rumors from the web, we may see a Panasonic S5 R camera with a 47-megapixel BSI CMOS sensor, similar to what we have already seen in the Panasonic S1R. According to sources, the key twist is that the camera will have improved autofocus. However, the information available to us is limited, so I cannot confirm at this moment if it will indeed have a hybrid 47 MP full-frame sensor, OR a DFD one like we have seen in the Panasonic S1R.
UPDATE: In the latest post source the S5R prototypes use 47 and 61 MP sensors from Sony, and the 61MP Version has been approved for production line
we do not know the exact announcement date, for that, we have to wait. Stay tuned more updates coming
Is Sony testing a new camera? According to the latest rumors, a Photographer who works with Sony is on TRIP to TAIWAN to test Sony’s new camera in a few weeks. The Photographer also confirmed that the camera will not be released with the 85mm f/1.4 GM II lens. The Rumor mill speculates, From the timing, this photographer may be testing the FX series E-mount video camera, which is interesting.
Translated version
A new Sony camera with the code name “WW751104” has been registered and may be released in September or October; In addition, we may see a new FX series E-mount camera first, followed by the rumored 24-70mm f/2.0 GM lens, and then another E-mount mirrorless camera. We look forward to more, and you can look forward to our follow-up reports.
Regarding the new camera, there are rumors that a photographer who works with Sony revealed that he will be going to Taiwan to test Sony’s new camera in a few weeks. However, this new camera will not be released with the 85mm f/1.4 GM II lens. From the timing, this photographer may be testing the FX series E-mount video camera expected to be released in September. Are you looking forward to it?
If analyze the above information, then it is very clear that the source is talking about two different cameras, one is a Sony camera with the code name “WW751104”, A E-Mount Mirrorless camera that is also expected to arrive alongside the 24 to 70mm F2.0 Lens in the next few months and the next is full frame sensor based professional cinematography camera, like the FX3.
Sony announced the Z200 and HXR-NX800 4K 1″ Sensor NXCAM Camcorder announced by Sony today, both of these camcorders feature 1″ sensor and a dedicated AI chip inside these camcorders to enhance the AF capabilities as well as advanced AI AF framing modes. Take a look at the MAJOR features and differences between the both
Here’s a comparison table between the Sony PXW-Z200 and Sony HXR-NX800 camcorders:
Feature
Sony PXW-Z200
Sony HXR-NX800
Sensor
Single 1″ Exmor RS CMOS Sensor
Single 1″ Exmor RS CMOS Sensor
Output Options
12G-SDI Output, HDMI
HDMI Output
Timecode Functionality
Yes
No
Live Streaming
2.4/5 GHz with Timecode I/O
2.4/5 GHz
Autofocus and Auto-Framing
AI-Powered Autofocus and Auto-Framing
AI-Powered Autofocus and Auto-Framing
Optical Zoom
20x Optical Zoom
20x Optical Zoom
Clear Image Zoom (4K)
30x
30x
High-Frame Rates
4K120, 1080p240
4K120, 1080p240
Recording Formats
XAVC S-I, HS-L, S-L, HD/QFHD
XAVC S-I, HS-L, S-L, HD/QFHD
Color Profiles and HDR Options
S-Cinetone, ITU709, 709tone, HLG
S-Cinetone, ITU709, 709tone, HLG
Media Slots
Dual CFexpress Type-A/SD Card Slots
Dual CFexpress Type-A/SD Card Slots
Audio Channels
4-Channel Audio
4-Channel Audio
Control Options
Monitor & Control App
Monitor & Control App
Best For
Professional live broadcasts, multi-camera setups
General professional use, filmmaking
Conclusion:
So we have the PXW-Z200 from Sony as well as the HXR-NX800 camcorder. The major difference between the two is that the Sony PXW-Z200 offers a 12G-SDI output option as well as timecode functionality, which is not present in the HXR-NX800.
With the help of the 12G-SDI output, which is highly suitable for professional workflows, especially when you are involved in live broadcasting, this feature becomes very useful.
As mentioned earlier, you also have a streaming advantage with the Z200 camcorder. With the timecode functionality, you can use this camera in multi-camera setups, like in newsrooms.
So, technically, almost 95% of the core specifications are the same between the two, but these are the differences.
So this is not new. On May 27, 2024 [check previous post], we received strong hints that DJI and their team are working on an interchangeable lens setup, we thought at the time it could be a BIG brother of DJI POCKET CREATOR Kit, and Most Probably the creator kit with DJI L Mount lenses support will be called PRO KIT.The camera will feature an L-mount and will have a new set of lenses coming with it. Initially, we thought it would be a type of DJI professional creator kit, but the latest information suggests it’s slightly different.
But, now these rumors surfaced again on the web and again the rumor mill has no clue what is coming next, if DJI announced a completely new interchangeable Lens mirrorless system cameras, for sure it will create a big threat to Canikon and Sony.
The Nikon 28-135mm power zoom lens is coming, and this has now been confirmed. Take a look at the official press release from Nikon below
Nikon is developing the NIKKOR Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ, a standard zoom lens for the Nikon Z mount system
USA, October 30, 2024 – Nikon Corporation (Nikon) is pleased to announce the ongoing development of the NIKKOR Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ, a standard zoom lens that is compatible with full-frame/FX-format mirrorless cameras for which the Nikon Z mount has been adopted.
The NIKKOR Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ is a standard zoom lens with power zoom that covers the focal-length range from 28 to 135 mm. It is designed to provide ease of use and superior optical performance for video recording, supporting efficient recording for documentaries and location work by a solo videographer or small crew.
Nikon will continue to pursue a new dimension in optical performance while meeting users’ needs, contributing to the development of imaging culture, with the hope of expanding possibilities for imaging expression.
An interesting patent application from Nikon was published on August 16, 2024. It appears to be for a compact wide-angle lens with a unique cross-sectional lens design. In the patent below, is of two lenses one is 24mm F2.8 and the other one is a 26mm F2.8 Lens designed for the Nikon Z Mount. As we all know in the Nikon Z mount linup we do have the 26mm F2.8 Lens as well as the also have 28mm F2.8 Lens, so the lens is about to arrive, is Nikon 24mm F2.8mm.
Nikon 24mm F2.8 patent overview
[Publication number] P2024111260
[Release date] 2024-08-16
[Name of invention] Optical system, optical device, and method for manufacturing optical system
[Application date] 2024-06-21
[Show division] Division of P 2022501694
[Original application date] 2021-01-12
[Applicant]
[Identification number] 000004112
[Name or company name] Nikon Corporation
An optical system and an optical device that are small and have good optical performance are provided.
A surprising video surfaced on the web., that shows Sony customer care representatives charged approx $700 for reversing a faulty firmware update on the FX3 camera
The video comes from the Camera Nerds Media YouTube channel. According to him, the camera was running on firmware update 2.0, was functioning perfectly without any issues. However, Nerds Media (he) decided to update the camera to firmware 5.0, and problems started just after that update. The camera began automatically stopping during recordings and behaving erratically, eventually becoming unusable.
He then contacted Sony’s US support center and given his camera to reverse the update and fix it asap. Shockingly, they charged him approximately $700 to fix the issue.
TNC takes: OMG, that’s a big amount if they have charged for just reversing a firmware.
This is quite a strange situation, and camera makers should learn from this incident. If any firmware update causes problems, there should always be an option to revert to the previous firmware version.
Here is the Full Video, let me know what do you think about this
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