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By admin, on April 29th, 2016
Latest patent document surfaced over the web shows a new Contact lens based camera patent filed by Sony that features a small power source, WiFi antenna, microchip processor, Zoom lens, sensor and even a image stabilization unit to combat the shake caused by the eyelid moment.
You Can control the camera by conscious eyelid closure and the other settings of the camera is also control by specified eyelid movement.
Power source – According to the patent document the Supply and reception of electric power can be achieved by, for example, an electromagnetic induction method, a radio wave method, or an electromagnetic field resonance method.
The small camera will add revolution in camera industry since it’s a completely invisible, it may also raise some serious questions related to privacy of a person.
via freepatentonline
Not only Sony, Samsung and Google also working on Smart contact Lens
 The smart contact lens is composed of following major parts 1. control component 4. Control Unit 2. Sensor 3. WiFi antenna Before we end the Sony contact lens news you must know that the first contact lens patent was filed by google X skunkworks lab back on 2012 [via patentbolt] Initially the first contact lens from google was made with a sensor that tracks your sugar level by analyzing the amount of sugar present in your tears. if you have diabetes, you generally have to perform finger-stick blood tests throughout the day. However the smart lens made by google never came for public use.
 A month ago Samsung smart contact lens patent also surfaced over the web. South Korea gov. has granted the Samsung crop. The Patent for contact lenses with a display that can project images into the users eye with additional information. Smart Contact lenses will send data`to your smartphones / tablets via WiFi, the overall operation of the camera will be controlled by the moment of eyelid / blinking of a eye.
All the three major companies are working towards smart contact lens and within few years we will sure see smart contact lenses in the market for general purpose use.
By admin, on April 28th, 2016
On April 16, 2016 a series of High magnitude hits Japan including a Magnitude 7.0 mainshock that strikes at 1.25 JST beneath Kumamoto City of Kumamoto. Camera Companies such as Fuji, Nikon and Sony are heavily affected by the earthquake and issues press release with additional details related to loss and delay in product announcement / shipping
Sony Press Release
Operations at Sony Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation’s Kumamoto Technology Center (located in Kikuchi Gun, Kumamoto Prefecture), which primarily manufactures image sensors for digital cameras and security cameras as well as micro-display devices, were halted after the earthquake on April 14, and currently remain suspended. Damage to the site’s building and manufacturing lines is currently being evaluated, and with aftershocks continuing, the timeframe for resuming operations has yet to be determined.
Nikon Press Release
Official press text:
Delays in the release of new digital cameras
The new Nikon compact digital cameras, COOLPIX A300 and B500 will be available in May 2016, the COOLPIX A900 and B700 will arrive in July 2016 and the Nikon KeyMission 360 action camera will be available in October 2016 as more time is required for software adjustment.
The new COOLPIX products were originally scheduled for release in April and the KeyMission 360 action camera was announced for a spring 2016 release.
In addition, the premium compact cameras, Nikon DL18-50 f/1.8-2.8, DL24-85 f/1.8-2.8, and DL24-500 f/2.8-5.6, will be delayed due to the serious issues with the integrated circuit for image processing built into the three new premium compact cameras, originally scheduled for a June 2016 release.
The new release date has yet to be determined and we will announce the information as soon as it is decided.
The effects of the 2016 Kumamoto earthquakes
The suppliers of parts for Nikon products such as digital cameras with interchangeable lenses, interchangeable lenses, and compact digital cameras, which include those mentioned above, were affected by the series of earthquakes that started on April 14 in Kumamoto Prefecture in Japan, and this will inevitably impact our production and sales.
We are currently investigating the situation, and we will announce the details as soon as they are confirmed.
We sincerely apologize to our customers, business partners and all those who have expressed interest in these models for the delays. We are making every effort to bring these models to market at the earliest possible date without compromising on our standards and the total Nikon product experience.
Fuji Press Release
FUJIFILM Kyusyu Co., Ltd., Kikuyo-cho, Kumamoto, Japan established an emergency task force right after the earthquake and has been working on collecting and assessing information, while also considering necessary actions and recovery measures. We would like to inform the current situation of FUJIFILM Kyusyu.
They stopped the operations immediately after the earthquake. They have been checking and assessing the facilities for the resumption of operations
No serious damage found in the facilities
It is not decided when they resume all the operations, they however will start the first trial running this weekend
They have confirmed the safety of all employees in the factory
They also have been investigating the stock of the warehouse. The shipment of investigated products has resumed since yesterday
The infrastructures such as electricity have been recovered this week. However, the aftershocks are still continuing. They will do their best to resume the operations, and all FUJIFILM group will support them. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.FUJIFILM Kyusyu Co., Ltd., Kikuyo-cho, Kumamoto, Japan established an emergency task force right after the earthquake and has been working on collecting and assessing information, while also considering necessary actions and recovery measures. We would like to inform the current situation of FUJIFILM Kyusyu.
They stopped the operations immediately after the earthquake. They have been checking and assessing the facilities for the resumption of operations
No serious damage found in the facilities
It is not decided when they resume all the operations, they however will start the first trial running this weekend
They have confirmed the safety of all employees in the factory
They also have been investigating the stock of the warehouse. The shipment of investigated products has resumed since yesterday
The infrastructures such as electricity have been recovered this week. However, the aftershocks are still continuing. They will do their best to resume the operations, and all FUJIFILM group will support them. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
By admin, on April 24th, 2016
Sony already announced Sony A6300 camera this year but what next coming in 2016 ? Possibly Sony A7R III, Sony A7 III and Sony A9 ? … We have collected sum of all the rumors floating over the web in this blog post, take a look below
Sony A7 Series
 Sony A7R III tit-bits surfaced over the web when Sony Japan mangers said that upcoming Sony A7R III camera sensor will sit between 70-80 Megapixel resolution. They are also working on improved in-body stabilization however no details available yet.
As we all know that Sony A7R II was announced on June 2015 with 5-axis image stabilization, so we may expect a update on Q4 or Q1 of 2017.
 Sony A7 III – We have very less information related to Sony A7 III camera, however the A7 II was announced on Nov 20, 2014 and the update is due.
Sony A9 Mirrorless
Sony is rumored to announce a new mirrorless camera series called Sony A9, the A9 series camera will sit above A7 series camera with more features and higher price tag compared to the A7 series camera.
Sony A9R – Sony is rumored to feature 150 Megapixel CMOS sensor with a pixel density of 2.4µm pixels, the Sony A9R is also rumored to feature ultra-pixel mode that will merge 4 pixel into 1 resulting a image file of 37 MP resolution with increased sensitivity.
Sony A9 – Sony is also preparing a new camera that features Dual XQD card slots and unlimited burst mode till the card last without any buffer limitation.
Compact Camera
Sony RX100 V – Sony updates its RX100 series camera in every June, so we do expect that Sony RX100 V is also coming in June of this year with new lens and same sensor as of RX100 IV camera.
Sony A99II
 Earlier reputed Rumor mill predicted that Sony A99II will arrive on Q1 of 2016, but unfortunately it’s look like Sony is not in mood to announce Sony A99 II anytime soon. The Sony A99 camera is 3 + year old and waiting desperately for the update.
Multiple times Sony representatives said that the SLT series is not dead, so hope is still there.
stay with us (FACEBOOK | TWITTER | GOOGLE+) and we will update you soon as we get any new information / see more Sony Alpha Rumor.
By admin, on April 23rd, 2016
 Is Sony RX100 V Coming in June 2016 ? If we look at previous trends of Sony (from last four years) Sony usually updates Sony RX100 series camera on June month of every year. We do hope that Sony will bring a brand new Sony RX100 V camera this year too.
You can see the list of Sony RX100 series camera announcement dates in the table below.
| Date of announcement |
Camera Model No: |
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Sony RX100 V |
| June 10, 2015 |
Sony RX100 IV |
| May 16, 2014 |
Sony RX100 III |
| June 27, 2013 |
Sony RX100 II |
| June 6, 2012 |
Sony RX100 |
As we know that Sony RX100 IV camera features new developed stacked CMOS sensor and a option to record 4K video, will the upcoming Sony RX100 V camera uplift the core specification of RX series camera to a new level ? Stay with us on
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UPDATE: Sony RX100V Coming with Hybrid Sensor [Rumor]
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By admin, on April 19th, 2016
Sony is working on a amazing sensor that features shutter for every single pixels. The sensor is capable to control the exposure start and end timing of each pixel.
The sensor can create super high dynamic range images since the exposure timing of every pixel is controllable.
The sensor can also correct the blur effect of moving objects, so you will get neat and clean images of famous popular places without visitors.
Well I am waiting for such a camera, it will sure create record breaking dynamic range with exceptional details and color output.
See more Sony Patent | Also see Latest Sony A9 /Sony A9R Rumors
We will update you soon as we get any new information, stay with us (FACEBOOK | TWITTER | GOOGLE+) If you have time –> see more Sony Alpha Rumor
Source – freepatentsonline.com | Via – SAR.com
By admin, on April 18th, 2016
According to latest rumors coming form rumor mill Sony A9R / A9 may arrive with a massive 150 Megapixel resolution sensor. Sony upcoming Fullframe sensor camera will have 2.4µm pixels and as a result the camera will have a massive bump in resolution, approx 150 Megapixel. The tipster of the rumor mill also added that the camera will going to feature a “low resolution mode”, In ultra-pixel mode the camera will combine 4 pixels into one resulting 37 MP files from the sensor with increased sensitivity.
We do have published the rumor but I personally don’t think it’s true. A 150MP camera is required for very limited number of commercial shooters.
I want to keep this article short, take with tiny grain of salt.
We will update you soon as we get any new information, stay with us (FACEBOOK | TWITTER | GOOGLE+) If you have time –> see more Sony Rumor
source SAR.com
By admin, on April 11th, 2016
Sony added a new teaser in their official blog today related to NAB 2016 products announcement, however nothing is clear from the image as you can see below.
If we look at the interview taken by NAB hub, Deon LeCointe, Product Manager, Sony Electronics given us some hints about the type of products we may see at NAB 2016 show.
What products/services will your company be showcasing?
At NAB Show 2016, Sony will announce new models and updates to its full line of professional A/V technologies for HD and 4K production at all levels, ranging from camcorders, cameras, switchers and displays for sports, live production, events and more. We will showcase current applications, technology strengths and highlight topics ranging from imaging and 4K/IP transmission to Storage/Optical Disc Archive and Display/HDR. At the show, Sony will also debut their newest Ultra HFR camera, building on the success of the HDC-4300 and other popular studio camera systems. This new camera will offer up to 8x high frame rate in 4K and integrates well with the existing lineup.
It clearly means that Sony will have a sonic blast of announcements on NAB 2016 show, follow us on Facebook page for latest updates, we are also on | TWITTER | GOOGLE+
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