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Canon 5D X and 5D Mark III Specification

Update: Canon 5D mark III announced, See more – More about 5D Mk III , Sample Images and pre- order details

A split in the 5D line ?, Yes 5D X and 5D Mark III are two different DSLRs coming soon according to NorthLight Rumors [NL],

Years ago, the 1D line split into the 1D and 1Ds – we’ve had a suggestion (thanks) that this will shortly happen with the 5D – a 5D3 and 5DX.

Specification of 5D X and 5D mark III DSLR

5D X

  • 45MP (With a pixel size similar to the power shot G1X)
  • 61 points AF (Similar to the 1DX but simpler)
  • 3.4 fps, 100-6400 (50-12800)
  • 1 Digic 5+ Digic 4

5D Mark III

    • 22MP
    • 61 points AF (Similar to the 1DX but simpler)
    • 6.9 fps, ISO 100-25600(50-51200)
    • 1 Digic 5+ Digic 4
    • Best HD video quality of any EOS camera

Read more:
Canon 5D X Specification
New 5D will be here very soon – Chuck Westfall
Canon 5D Mark X on Feb 28, 2012

Fujifilm X10 firmware Update

fujifilm x10Fujifilm issued a firmware update for prcompact X10, firmware update Ver.1.03 promises to reduce the white blooming effect that users have complained, the update also improves the overall performance of the camera, read more details below

The firmware update Ver.1.03 incorporates the following issues:

  • 1.New function for “RAW” button can be applied by customer’s preference
    By holding down RAW button for approx. 2 second or more, RAW button can be applied into new function similar to “Fn” button setting.
  • 2.Each value set on ISO sensitivity and Dynamic range can be maintained even if aperture setting mode (P / A / S / M) is changed.
  • 3.Face detection function is upgraded to keep tracking face by means of face-tracking AF function. As this function is activated even in movie recording mode, AF on detected face in the movie becomes more effective.
  • 4.Blooming (White disk) phenomena, which can be observed in EXR AUTO mode, is reduced.
  • 5.Compatibility on Mac OS 10.7
    When the camera is connected to Mac PC on Mac OS 10.7, the camera is effectively recognized. Additionally, compatibility on RAW FILE CONVERTER EX with Mac OS 10.7 has been confirmed.
  • 6.AF confirmation sound was controlled on “SHUTTER VOLUME” in the SET-UP menu. By this update, this sound is controlled on “OPERATION VOL.” in the SET-UP menu, just similar to another functions.
  • 7.The image area with high brightness might be recorded as “black-out” area, just in case of dedicated shooting condition, This unpleasant phenomenon is improved.
  • 8.When the flash is used under macro shooting condition, light-reflected area was shown in greenish. This unpleasant phenomenon is improved.

Download the firmware update

See more about white blooming problem at dpreview

Sony A57 on March 13

sony A57The Sony A55 will soon be replaced by the A57, the Sony A57 with 16 Megapixel sensor is expected to arrive on March 13 according to sony alpha rumors (SAR),

Specification of Sony A57
16 megapixel ExmorHD sensor
100-16000 ISO (up to 25.600 with MultiNR)
12fps
Same menu and focusing of the Sony A77
Swifel screen
No top LCD
No GPS
New battery grip
EVF (not as the A77/A65)

Sony Full Frame Coming Soon

sony full frameSony has confirmed at CP + show that they are making a full-frame replacement for its flagship A900 DSLR, According to Sony alpha rumor the Sony new full-frame is expected to arrive in September 2012, the A99 will have 24 Megapixel Sensor and other Full Frame camera with 36 megapixel will arrive in early/mid 2013

the specification of A99, (sonya99.net) take this one with as small grain of salt.

  • 36.9 Megapixels
  • ISO 100-102400, which is extendable up to 2, 04,800 and 4, 09,600
  • Synchronization of flash, up to 1 per 500 seconds and high speed synchronization of flash, up to 1 per 24,000 seconds
  • No anti-alias or infrared filters
  •  In camera moiré remove
  •  Metering direct from the sensor
  • Digital infrared filtering along with three models – only IR, with IR, and no IR
  • Built in Wi-Fi
  • Built in Gps, which will not only assist the users in organizing the photos, but also in tagging the photos along with the locations.
  • Thunderstorm technology of Apple
  • Memory stick Pro HG duo/ Pro Duo
  • SDXC/SDHC/SD/
  • Will also support XQD
News / rumors  src - sony alpha rumors and sonya99.net

Sony NEX lens Roadmap 2012- 2013

sony lens road map 2012 2013

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New Sony lens road map tells you about the up coming lenses on 2012 and 2013, according to the roadmap we will see 4 new lenses in 2012 and again 4 new lenses in 2013.

Lenses to be announced on 2012
higher magnification zoom lens
standard zoom
wide zoom
A BIG aperture prime lens

Lenses to be announced on 2013
G standard zoom
mid range zoom lens
A mid range prime lens
pan cake

Canon 5D X Specification

Canon 5D XUpdate: Canon 5D mark III announced, See more – More about 5D Mk III , Sample Images and pre- order details

According to kuaDDro Team and canon rumor the Canon 5D Mark III or X will have a dedicated DIGIC IV processor for 5DX AF system  and DIGIC V processor for image processing, same as 1D X DSLR?, It’s really very hard to believe , however the specification details are below…

Canon 5D X/ 5D Mark III Specification according to kuaDDro Team

  • 22mpx Full Frame Sensor
  • 6,9fps
  • 61 AF Points with dedicated DIGIC4 sensor for it.
  • DiGIC 5 processor dedicated to other functions
  • improved ISO and IQ

 

Canon rumor also posted 5D X specification with CR1 rating on on Feb 2,

Canon 5D X/ 5D Mark III Specification

  • 5D X
  • 22 mp
  • 61pt AF with DIGIC 4
  • 6.9 FPS
  • DIGIC 5 (Doesn’t say DIGIC 5+)
  • Announcement February 28
  • + with 3 lens
  • Available April $2700

Read more
New 5D will be here very soon – Chuck Westfall
Canon 5D Mark X on Feb 28, 2012

Sigma DP1M and DP2M with Foveon X3 46megapixel sensor

Sigma DP1M and DP2M with Foveon X3 46megapixel sensorSigma DP1 Merrill and DP2 Merrill announced with Foveon X3 46megapixel sensor, same sensor as Sigma SD1 DSLR. With a 46Megapixel sensor both compacts features A dual, three-layer responsive ultimate (TRUE II) engine, RAW and JPEG format recording and Manual focusing is available on both the compacts.

The DP1 Merrill features a wide, 19mm F2.8 lens, which is the equivalent to a 28mm lens on a 35mm SLR camera. The DP2 Merrill, however, offers a 30mm F2.8 lens, which is the equivalent to a 45mm lens on a 35mm camera. Both cameras are compact and lightweight, and feature Sigma’s own “F” Low Dispersion (FLD) glass, which performs like fluorite glass and significantly improves lens performance, as well as Super Multi Layer Coating to reduce flare and ghosting. With the 46-megapixel, full-color Foveon X3 Direct Image Sensor, the new DP cameras capture all primary RGB colors at each pixel location with three layers, which results in incredibly detailed images with a three-dimensional feel. The Video mode is really poor, DP1M and DP2M can record VGA movie only, both compacts come with a A large, highly visible three-inch TFT color LCD monitor.