Back on November 2017 we have written a post that include the list of possible cameras which are expected to announce on the year of 2018. In that list we have included the Nikon D760, Nikon D650, Nikon p1000, Nikon D3500 and finally the Nikon full frame mirrorless camera.
Now this year, at least we have seen the announcement of the Nikon p1000 camera with massive 125 x optical zoom lens which we were expecting from an year back. but why only Nikon P1000 and not any DSLR this year from Nikon ?
1. Nikon upcoming camera in Photokina 2018
As we all know that Canon said that there will going to be some cannibalization in the DSLR cameras. But, Nikon Literally followed that, Nikon did a cannibalization and they restricted their DSLR announcement in the year of 2018. And we haven’t seen any DSLR announcement this year Despite of the Nikon entry level full frame DSLR camera Nikon D650 announcement was overdue.
Nikon full frame mirrorless camera: According to the official information we have from Nikon, they will announce their full frame mirrorless system cameras just prior to the photokina event, on Aug 23 and the shipping of the camera will begin from mid October.
Take a look at the set of a specification of the upcoming Nikon full frame mirrorless camera
- Over 400 auto-focus in points however the exact number is not known yet.
- 2 full frame mirrorless camera coming, one with 24mp and one with 45 MP
- 5-axis in body image stabilization
- 9 frames per second continuous shooting speed
- New mirrorless mount (other than FX and DX)
- The new mirrorless will going to allow F0.95 lenses.
- Electronic viewfinder with 3.6 megapixel resolution.
- 4K video capture
- 8k is also listed in the video specification, it would be same as we have seen inside the Nikon D850 time lapse 8k mode
- The camera will have a very comfortable grip designed, by keeping DSLR users in mind.
- 2 LCD screen 1 on the back and one on the top
Pricing information of Nikon full frame mirrorless system camera
- Nikon 45MP full frame mirrorless camera: $4,000/€4,000 in a kit with the 24-70mm lens
- Nikon 24MP full frame mirrorless camera: under $3,000/€3,000 (also including a lens)
And here is the First and second teaser video, hopefully we are getting the third teaser video in next 2 to 3 days
3. Any more Announcement from Nikon ?
This year we are not expecting any Big announcement from Nikon other than Nikon Fullrame Mirrorless camera, But yes in the beginning of 2019 we can expect that Nikon will going to announce the update of Nikon full frame entry level DSLR camera.
And we have also told you, that Nikon next APS-C dslrs including for Nikon D3500 and Nikon D5700 will going to carry 4K mode.
4. Sony Cameras Coming on Photokina 2018
Sony cameras coming on photokina 2018, well we have written article back on January 2018. at that time we have said that Sony may Announce the Sony A7III, Sony RX100 VI, Sony A7 S III and possibly a surprise announcement during photokina event. But now the condition have changed and Sony isn’t showing aggressiveness this year, technically the announcement of this year Sony products is now completed since they don’t registered any new product from past three months in Indonesian Wireless agency.
And this year we have seen the announcement of Sony A7 III camera Sony RX100 6 camera and also Sony RX100 VA camera.
But, let’s talk about some possibilities and rumors and take it with grain of salt.
5. Sony A7S III Coming on September 2018 ?
The announcement of Sony A7 SIII camera is still overdue and we are expecting its announcement on or before the photokina 2018 event with Stacked CMOS sensor and brand new image processor to compete against the Panasonic GH 5S and the GH5 alone (in-terms of video core specs).
And one more announcement we are waiting for is of the Sony APS-C flagship mirrorless camera the Sony A6700. But it announcement may be shifted to Q1 of 2019.
Sony A6700 Rumored Specification
1. AF is vastly improved with Eye tracking, you can call the cam a mini A9
2. Better low light performance, standard ISO do touch the 51200 mark
3. New 4K HDR, 4K 60p is for limited time in test versions
4. Compatible with UHS II
5. 1/8000 shutter, faster Continuous Shooting
6. 2x Improved Battery Life
7. Canon Cameras Coming in 2018
In the beginning of the Year Canon said that there will going to be some cannibalization with DSLR to promote the mirrorless cameras, and we have seen also. Canon announced the Canon EOS m50 camera with the latest digic8 image processor, with 4K video, new file formats and lot of improved functionality. compared to the existing Canon DSLR even of higher range. This year we haven’t seen any DSLR announcement from Canon.
8. Next Canon Fullframe Mirroless
We all are expecting Canon Mirrorless camera this September, Canon also registered two FF Mirrorless models K424 and K433 for wireless certificates. According to the Japanese sources, the model number K424 will arrive early than the other models, the K424 is actually a full frame mirrorless camera registered by Canon, for wireless certificate. After k424 we have the K433 camera. Canon has register a lot of camera [check the list here] in the Indonesian wireless agency and you can check the details of the registered model here
Cameras already entered into production pipeline
Canon DS126721 is now coming to announcement pipeline, – Canon registered three different SKU units of Canon DS126721 camera and the camera uses LP-E6N batteries, same is being used by Canon pro-DSLRs camera including 80D, 7D II and 6D Mk II. We are expecting the DS126721 DSLR is actually Canon 90D, which is coming with two different kit lens option and a body only option. See more – Canon 90D Upcoming Kits Details Leaked
The announcement timeline of the camera isn’t so clear, but we are expecting announcement after Photokina 2018 event, Nov / Dec of 2018.
We will update you sure if we get any new details
10. Fuji X-T3 Coming on Photokina
Fuji X-T3 camera coming on Photokina 2018, the camera is said to feature a newly developed 26MP X-Trans CMOS sensor and while having the 26MP full resolution the camera can shoot 20FPS with full time AF support, really amazing if true. Take a look at the rumored specification of the camera
Fuji X-T3 Rumored Specification
- Upcoming camera is set to feature 26 megapixels newly developed X Trance sensor
- 20 frames per second continuous shooting speed with continuous autofocus support.
- No in camera image stabilization
- The display screen will going to have touch functionality
- Improve battery performance
- the camera will going to be manufactured in China
The only issue user is complaing about the absence of built-in Image stabilization, Since the Fuji X-T2 model was having built-in IS. Many users are saying they will go with other option like X-H1 ot they will wait fir Fuji X-Pro3 camera with built-in IS.
Yes, we are adding a additional camera here. Based on latest rumors we are getting Panasonic will announce LX200 camera during Photokina event. We are expecting 4K at 60p and fast DFD AF system, a perfect camera Vloggers and Still shooters.
We will update the list is we get any new details. Thanks for being with us.
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