Samsung announces NX3000 mirrorless camera

The NX3000 is Samsung's latest addition to its NX mirrorless camera line. Along with the 3" flip-up display for self-portraits, it has a 20MP APS-C CMOS sensor and can shoot at 5fps. The NX3000 also comes with Wi-Fi and NFC 'Tag & Go' connectivity options. The NX3000 will ship with Samsung’s new compact 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 power zoom ED OIS lens.

Samsung NX3000 Key Specification :

• 20 megapixels
• APS-C (23.5 x 15.7 mm) CMOS sensor
• ISO 100 - 25600
• 35 Number of focus points
• 3″ tilting LCD screen with 460,800 screen dots
• 5 fps Continuous drive
• 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 video recording
• Built-In Wireless and NFC
• B740 lithium-ion battery
• 117 x 66 x 39 mm

The camera will be available in black, white or brown and sell for $529 with the 16-50mm OIS power zoom lens and SEF-8 flash. A second kit with 20-50mm lens and SEF-8 flash will sell for $479. International pricing has not been announced.

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Sony announces a6000 - claimed world's fastest AF and 11 fps subject tracking

Sony has released its new a6000 mirrorless camera, which is the replacement to the NEX-6. This midrange mirrorless features a 24MP CMOS sensor, Sony's latest Bionz X processor, and a refined Hybrid AF system that covers 92% of the frame with phase-detect points. The new AF system allows for continuous shooting at 11 fps with subject tracking, and also claimed the 'world's fastest autofocus', according to Sony. The camera now offers zebra pattern and clean HDMI output for movie lovers. Those who love the XGA EVF on the NEX-6 may be disappointed by the smaller, lower resolution one on the a6000.

Sony a6000 Key Specification :

• 24 megapixels
• APS-C (23.5 x 15.6 mm) CMOS Sensor
• Bionz X Image Processing
• ISO 100 - 25600 (51200 with Multi-Frame NR)
• 179 Number of focus points
• 3″ Tilting LCD screen with 921,600 dots
• Electronic viewfinder with 1,440,000 resolution
• 11 fps Continuous drive
• 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p)
• Built-In Wi-Fi and NFC
• NP-FW50 lithium-ion battery
• 120 x 67 x 45 mm
• 344 g

The camera will be available in silver or black for $650 body only, or $800 when kitted with the 16-50 F3.5-5.6 power zoom lens.

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Panasonic announces 4K-capable Lumix DMC-GH4

Finally, a beastly camera video officially announces. Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 designed as a 'hybrid camera' that can shoot both stills and videos with its revised 16MP Live MOS sensor and Venus Engine IX processor which allow for 4K video, 12 fps continuous shooting and 1080p shooting at bitrates as high as 200Mbps. The GH4 uses a new 'Depth from Defocus' autofocus system which offers focus times as quick as 0.07 sec and less hunting. The real story here is the GH4's video recording capabilities, which include 4K and 1080p, with support for the IPB and ALL-Intra codecs. Shooting aids include focus peaking, zebra pattern, luminance level adjustment, and cinema gamma presets. An optional 'interface unit' adds five SDI and two XLR terminals, and permits 10-bit 4:2:2 output with time code.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 Key Specification :

• 16 megapixels
• Four Thirds (17.3 x 13 mm) CMOS Sensor
• Venus Engine IX imaging processor
• ISO 200 - 25600
• 49 Number of focus points
• 3″ Fully articulated OLED screen with 1,036,000 dots
• Electronic Viewfinder with 2,359,000 resolution
• 12 fps Continuous drive
• 4096 x 2160 (24p), 3840 x 2160 (24p, 25p, 30p), 1920 x 1080 (24p, 25p, 30p, 50p, 60p), 1280 x 720 (24p, 25p, 30p), 640 x 480 (25p, 30p) video recording
• Supports IBP and ALL-Intra codecs; 1080p data rates up to 200 Mbps
• Built-In Wireless and NFC
• DMW-BLF19 lithium-ion battery
• 133 x 93 x 84 mm
• 560 grams

Pricing and availability will be announced at a future date.

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Olympus officially announce OM-D E-M10 and reveals 25mm F1.8, compact 14-42mm, and 9mm F8 Fish-Eye

Olympus unveils the OM-D E-M10, a smaller and budget-friendlier Micro Four Thirds OMD series with many parts borrowed from the E-M5 - starting with its 16 megapixel sensor. It also manages to snag a few features from the flagship E-M1, including its TruePic VII processor and built-in Wi-Fi for image transfer and remote control.

Olympus OM-D E-M10 Key Specification :

• 16 megapixels
• Four Thirds (17.3 x 13 mm) CMOS sensor
• TruePic VII Imaging Processor
• ISO 200 - 25600
• 3″ tilting screen with 1,037,000 screen dots
• 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) video recording
• BLS-5 Li-ion battery
• 119 x 82 x 46 mm
• 396 g
• Price : $699.99 / £529.99 (body only)
•           $799.99 / £699.99 (with 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 lens

It falls short of its siblings with '3-axis' image stabilization rather than the '5-axis' system in the E-M5 and E-M1, and doesn't provide an accessory port, but these concessions help nudge the E-M10 to an attractive price point. The Olympus OM-D E-M10 will be available in March 2014.

Alongside the OM-D E-M10, Olympus has also announced three lenses. First up is the M.Zuiko Digital 25mm F1.8, a classic 50mm focal length in full frame. The lens will cost $399.

Second is the 9mm F8 Fish-Eye Body Cap Lens (which Olympus technically considers an 'accessory'); this offers a 140° angle of view in a tiny plastic body in the cost of $99.

Finally there's a new 'pancake' kit zoom for the E-M10, the M.Zuiko Digital 14-42mm F3.5-5.6 EZ, which features an electronic zoom. The lens will cost $349.

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Fujifilm announce X-T1, offers weather-resistant body and improved EVF

The SLR-alike Fujifilm X-T1 is here! We believe the design was heavily inspired by Sony A7/7R and the very successful awards winning camera, Olympus OM-D. It's a weather-resistant, SLR-styled mirrorless camera bearing Fuji's 16MP X-Trans CMOS II sensor, borrowed from its X-E2 sibling. Its built-in 2.36M dot EVF is similar to that of the XE-2, though it boasts a higher 0.77x equivalent magnification and claimed lag time of 0.005 seconds. Also included is built-in Wi-Fi, now with remote capture, and a tilting 3.0-inch LCD.

Fujiflm X-T1 Key Specification :

• 16 megapixels
• APS-C (23.6 x 15.6 mm) X-Trans II CMOS sensor
• EXR Processor II Imaging Processor
• 3″ tilting screen with 1,040,000 screen dots
• 1920 x 1080 (30, 60p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 60p) video recording
• NP-W126 battery
• 129 x 90 x 47 mm
• 440 g
• Price : $1299.95 / £1049.99 / €1199 (body only)
•           $1699.95 / £1399.99 / €1599 (with XF 18-55mm F2.8-4 OIS lens)

The Fujifilm X-T1 will be available in February 2014.

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Sony introduces 20 megapixel a5000

It is official Sony changing the NEX naming system to Alpha. Sony has taken the wraps off the a5000 (We suspect it is NEX 3N replacement based on the design, buttons and also built in flash) a mirrorless camera that features a 20.1MP APS-C CMOS sensor, Bionz X processor, and built-in Wi-Fi. Sony bills the a5000 as 'the world's lightest interchangeable lens camera' because it weighs 210g (7.4 oz.) without battery, card, or lens.

Sony a5000 Key Specification :

• 20 megapixels
• APS-C (23.2 x 15.4 mm) CMOS sensor
• Bionz X imaging processor
• ISO 100 - 16000
• 25 Number of focus points
• 3″ Tilting LCD with 460,800 screen dots
• 1920 x 1080 (60i/24p), 1440 x 1080 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps)
• NP-FW50 lithium-ion battery
• 110 x 63 x 36 mm
• 269 g

Expected to ship in March, the Sony a5000 will include a 16-50mm kit lens for $600, and come in black, silver and white.

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Samsung NX30 adds tilting EVF, improved display, more Wi-Fi features and added two 16-50mm lens

Samsung's just announced the flagship mirrorless camera, in the name of the NX30. It has the same 20 megapixel sensor and Hybrid AF system from the NX300, but has a more traditional SLR-style design. What stands out the most is the camera's XGA electronic viewfinder, which can be pulled away from the camera and tilted upward by 80 degrees. The 3-inch, 1.04 million dot AMOLED display is 70% brighter than the one on the NX20, and is fully articulated.

Samsung NX30 Key Specification :

• 20 megapixels
• APS-C (23.5 x 15.7 mm) Sensor
• DRIMeIV Image processing
• ISO 100 - 25600
• 247 focus points
• 3″ Fully articulated 1,036,000 resolution screen
• Electronic Viewfinder
• 1920 x 1080 (60p), 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 video recording
• Built-In wireless
• NFC
• BP1410 lithium-ion battery
• 127 x 96 x 58 mm
• 375 g

Pricing and availability have yet to be announced.

Samsung added two new lenses to its NX mirrorless camera line, one for pros, and another designed to serve as a smaller alternative to the kit lens. Both lenses range from 16-50mm, but the first is a premium design with the 'S' designation, whose bulkier design accommodates an F2.0-F2.8 aperture and optical image stabilization. The second lens is a retractable F3.5-5.6 power zoom with OIS, which the company says offers improved performance over the 18-55mm kit lens.

Samsung says the 16-50mm F2.0-2.8 S ED OIS lens offers greater 'precision, high quality materials and value control'. It has a metal body, includes weather and dust sealing, and uses what Samsung calls an 'ultra precise stepper motor'.

The 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 Power Zoom ED OIS lens, on the other hand, is designed as a portable option whose motorized zoom allows for smoother zooming while shooting video.

Samsung did not announce pricing and availability, only noting that the lenses will be on display at CES 2014.

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Fujifilm announces X-E2 and XQ1

Fujifilm has announced the X-E2 - its latest mid-range mirrorless interchangeable lens camera. The X-E2 gains many of the upgrades seen in the X100S, including on-sensor-phase-detection that underpins the company's unique digital-split-image focus aid. Beyond this the 16MP X-Trans camera has received a series of hardware adjustments and revisions in response to feedback about the X-E1.

Fujifilm X-E2 Key Specification

• 16 megapixels
• APS-C (23.6 x 15.6 mm) CMOS Sensor
• EXR Processor II Image Processing
• ISO 200-6400
• 3" fixed LCD screen with 1,040,000 screen dots
• Electronic Viewfinder
• 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) video recording
• Lithium-Ion NP-W126 rechargeable battery
• 350 grams
• 129 x 75 x 37 mm

The X-E2 will be available from November 2013 at a recommended selling price of $999.95 body-only or with the XF 18-55mm F2.8-4 LM zoom for $1,399.95.

In the same time, Fujifilm's new XQ1 enthusiast compact takes the fast lens and slim design from last year's XF1 and adds a 12 megapixel 2/3" X-Trans II CMOS sensor with hybrid autofocus. The XQ1 features a 25-100mm (equivalent) F1.8-4.9 lens with optical image stabilization, with AF times as quick as 0.06 seconds, according to Fuji. Other features include a 3-inch LCD, focus peaking, 1080/60p video recording, and Wi-Fi.

Fujifilm XQ1 Key Specification

• 12 megapixels
• 2/3" (8.8 x 6.6 mm) CMOS Sensor
• ISO 100 - 12800
• 25–100 mm f1.8-4.9
• 3" fixed LCD screen with 920,000 screen dots
• Electronic Viewfinder
• 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 640 x 480 (30p) video recording
• Lithium-Ion NP-48 rechargeable battery
• 206 grams
• 100 x 59 x 33 mm

You'll be able to pick one up for yourself this month for under $500, in your choice of silver or black.

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Panasonic unveils tiny Lumix DMC-GM1 ILC and compact 12-32mm lens

Camera with big sensor is getting small and smaller isn't?? Today Panasonic released its Lumix DMC-GM1, a tiny camera which can literally fit in the palm of your hand. Don't be fooled, though: it shares the same 16 megapixel sensor as the GX7 and also offers silent shooting at shutter speeds as high as 1/16000 sec, Wi-Fi, and 1080/60i video recording. The GM1 is joined by a new 12-32mm F3.5-5.6 Lumix G Vario lens, which is equivalent to 24-64mm when attached to a Micro Four Thirds camera. The lens can 'collapse' down to nearly the size of a pancake lens when the camera is not in use. It will be available separately for $349.99.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 ILC Key Specification :

• 16 megapixels
• Four Thirds (17.3 x 13 mm) CMOS
• IS 200-25600
• 23 Number of focus points
• 3" fixed LCD with 1,036,000 screen dots
• 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 24p), 1280 x 720p (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) video recording
• 99 x 55 x 30 mm
• 204 g

The DMC-GM1 ships with the 12-32mm lens described below for $749.99. If you want a little more to hold on to, Panasonic will sell a metal grip for $99.

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Sony announces A7 and A7R: first full-frame mirrorless cameras

This is the moment waited by everyone, a full frame mirrorless! A full frame mirrorless interchangeable lens! Sony has announced the A7 and A7R - the world's first consumer-oriented full-frame mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras. Externally, the two bodies are nearly identical and feature a pentaprism-like EVF housing, generous handgrip and plenty of manual controls. The differences are internal - sporting a 36 megapixel sensor, the A7R has no optical low-pass filter and is limited to contrast-detect autofocus, while the less expensive A7 has a 24 megapixel sensor with a low-pass filter and on-chip phase detection.

Both bodies are designed around the Sony NEX E-mount, though new 'FE' lenses are needed to take advantage of the larger sensor. They also feature a new BIONZ X processor, XGA OLED 'Tru-finder', 3-inch LCD, Wi-Fi connectivity with NFC, and 60p video recording. Existing lenses for Sony's NEX range of APS-C mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras will mount and work as expected, though the scene will be cropped (though Sony gives you the option not to do so if you can live with some inevitable vignetting). Sony Alpha lenses can also be mounted via either the LA-EA3 or LA-EA4, the latter of which includes SLT autofocus technology. See our first impressions report for more.

Sony A7 Key Specification :

• 24 megapixels
• Full frame (35.8 x 23.9 mm) CMOS
• Bionz X image processing
• ISO 100-25600
• 117 Number of focus points
• 3" tilting LCD with 1,230,000 screen dots
• 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) video recording
• Built-In WiFi and NFC
• NP-FW50 lithium-ion battery
• 127 x 94 x 48 mm
• 474 g

Sony A7R Key Specification :

• 36 megapixels
• Full frame (35.8 x 23.9 mm) CMOS
• Bionz X image processing
• ISO 100-25600
• 25 Number of focus points
• 3" tilting LCD with 1,230,000 screen dots
• 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) video recording
• Built-In WiFi and NFC
• NP-FW50 lithium-ion battery
• 127 x 94 x 48 mm
• 465 g

The A7 will be sold in a body-only kit for $1699 or with a new 28-70 F3.5-5.6 OSS lens for $1999. The A7R is not bundled with a lens, and is priced at $2299. Both cameras are expected to ship in December.

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Nikon 1 AW1 is world's first rugged, waterproof digital mirrorless

Nikon has announced the 1 AW1, the world's first rugged, waterproof mirrorless interchangeable lens camera. It has also made AW versions of its 11-27.5mm f/3.5-5.6 and 10mm f/2.8 lenses that are both shock and waterproof.

Nikon 1 AW1 Key Specification :

• 14 megapixels
• 1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) CMOS sensor
• EXPEED 3A Imaging Processor
• ISO 160 - 6400
• 3" LCD with 921,000 dot resolution
• 1920 x 1080 (60i, 30p) video recording
• waterproof to 15m, shockproof from 2m
• Lithium-Ion EN-EL20
• 114 x 72 x 37 mm
• 201 g

On the glance of the spec, The Nikon 1 AW1 features similar underlying to the J3. The 1 AW1 includes built-in GPS, altimeter and depth gauge, and its pop-up flash is also waterproof. The camera includes three modes that attempt to optimize underwater photographs.

The Nikon 1 AW1 will cost around $800 with 11-27.5mm lens and $1,000 with the 10mm f/2.8 added to make a two-lens kit.

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Fujifilm unveils X-A1: an entry-level mirrorless with a conventional sensor

Fujifilm has announced the X-A1, the entry level mirrorless in their X-mount family. Despite its lowly position in the lineup, the X-A1 retains the 920k-dot tilting rear screen and Wi-Fi offered by the X-M1. Sadly it wasn't come with the X-Trans Sensor.



Fujifilm X-A1 Key Specification :

16 megapixels
APS-C (23.6 x 15.6 mm) CMOS Sensor
EXR Processor II
ISO 200 - 6400
49 Number of focus points
3" Tilting LCD screen with 920,000 dots
1920 x 1080 30p video recording
Built-in WiFi
NP-W126 battery
117 x 67 x 39 mm
330 g
Price : f $599 with the XC 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 OIS standard zoom

The Fujifilm X-A1 will be available by September 2013.

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Olympus Officially Announces OM-D E-M1 and M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm F2.8 'Pro' zoom

Finally! After few months of rumors and a year of hope, Olympus officially announces OM-D E-M1. The true flagship for the company micro four third. Why I said a year of hope? Because rather than calling it the follow-up to the E-M5, Olympus says that the E-M1 is actually the 'successor' to the E-5, a Four Thirds DSLR introduced back in 2010. Yes the new has on-chip phase detection, which promises to focus legacy Four Thirds lenses (using the optional MMF-3 adapter) at much faster speeds than previous Olympus m4/3 cameras. I personally tested it with my Olympus 14-54mm f2.8-3.5 II from Robin Wong and indeed, it focuses quick! It is comparable with DSLR speed even it isnot as fast as native micro four third lens.

Olympus OM-D E-M1 Key Specification :

• 16.3 megapixels
• Four Thirds (17.3 x 13 mm) CMOS Sensor
• TruePIC VII imaging processor
• ISO 100-25600 in 1/3EV or 1EV increments
• '5-axis' IS
• 81 Number of focus points
• 3″ Tilting 1,037,000 dot LCD
• Electronic Viewfinder with 2,360,000 resolution
• 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
• Built-in wireless
• Dust, splash, freeze resistant
• BLN-1 lithium-ion
• 130 x 94 x 63 mm
• 497 grams
• $1399.99 Body only

The Olympus OM-D E-M1 will be available in October 2013 and available in Black

Olympus also unveiled a high-end standard zoom to match the E-M1, the M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-40mm 1:2.8 PRO. It offers a 24-80mm equivalent range, is dust-, splash- and freeze-proof, and uses a manual focus clutch design similar to the 12mm F2 and 17mm F1.8 primes.

Olympus has also announced the development of a matching M.Zuiko Digital ED 40-150mm F2.8 PRO telezoom, which is scheduled to be released by the end of 2014.

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Sony Launches NEX-5T and A3000 Mirrorless Camera and Zeiss 16-70mm F4 OSS, 18-105mm F4 G, and black 50mm F1.8 E-mount lenses

Sony has announced the Sony Alpha NEX-5T, boasting all the same features that the Alpha NEX-5R offered with the addition of NFC. Of course, smartphone and tablets with NFC can easily paired up with NEX-5T now.

Sony NEX-5T Key Specification :

• 16.1 megapixels
• APS-C (23.4 x 15.6 mm) CMOS Sensor
• BIONZ Imaging Processor
• ISO 100 - 25600
• 25 Number of focus points
• 3″ Tilting 921,600 pixel LCD
• Wireless built in
• NFC built in
• Lithium-Ion NPFW50
• Price : $700 (with 16-50mm)
•           $550 (Body only)
• Availability : Early September

Guess it wasn't a worth upgrade from NEX-5R.

Of course, Sony is offering a SLR-alike Mirrorless now. Pretty much like Panasonic G series.

Sony A3000 Key Specification :

• 20.1 megapixels
• APS-C (23.4 x 15.6 mm) CMOS Sensor
• BIONZ Imaging Processor
• ISO 100 - 16000
• 25 Number of focus points
• 3″ Fixes 230,400 pixel LCD
• Electronic Viewfinder
• Lithium-Ion NPFW50
• 128 x 91 x 85 mm
• Price : $400 (with 16-50mm)
• Availability : Early September

Oh mai. Look at the price! It is consider cheap compare with other competitors. I guess it wont hurt to have it and the spec is pretty decent like entry level DSLR.

Sony also announces three new E-mount lenses for NEX system cameras: the Carl Zeiss T* 16-70mm F4 zoom, 18-105mm F4 G power zoom, and a black version of the existing 50mm F1.8. All three feature Sony's OSS Optical SteadyShot image stabilization.

Covering an equivalent range of 24-105mm (in 35mm format), the Zeiss 16-70mm F4 zoom uses lens coatings to reduce flare and ghosting, and uses four aspherical elements and a glass ED element.

The 18-105mm F4 power zoom covers a 27-157.5mm equivalent range and is operated via a lever on the side of the lens barrel. The lens uses two ED glass elements and three aspherical elements.

The 50mm F1.8 will be familiar to NEX fans as it's already in Sony's lineup in a spiffy new shade.

The black 50mm F1.8 and 16-70mm F4 zoom will be ready to ship to consumers in September; the 50mm prime will cost about $300 and the 16-70mm will cost about $1000. The 18-105mm F4 power zoom will be available in December for $600.

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Panasonic announces Lumix DMC-GX7 and Leica DG Nocticron 42.5mm F1.2

Panasonic has officially announces the Lumix DMC-GX7, the successor for GX1. They decided to skip the number from 2-6 lol. GX7 is Panasonic first mirrorless interchangeable lens camera to include in-body image stabilization. It also the first camera that features widescreen EVF that can be tilted upwards 90 degrees. Panasonic claims that their newly designed Live MOS sensor improves both detail and color saturation by 10%. Other features of note include a tilting LCD, a 'silent shooting' mode, focus peaking, 1080/60p videos, and Wi-Fi with NFC capability.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7 Key Specification :

• 16.0 megapixels
• Four Thirds (17.3 x 13 mm) CMOS sensor
• Venus Engine
• ISO 125 - 25600
• 3″ tilting LCD screen
• 23 Number of focus points
• 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 50p, 50i, 30p, 24p) video recording
• built in electronic viewfinder that can be tilted upwards 90 degrees
• Built in Wi-Fi with NFC
• 123 x 71 x 55 mm (4.83 x 2.78 x 2.15″)

The Panasonic GX 7 with 14-42 II Silver Kit Lens will be priced at RRP $1,099.99 and $999.99 for body only. It will start shipping estimated on October.

My Opinion : The newer sensor in Panasonic GX7 is one of the best in mirrorless now. The built in and tiltable electronic viewfinder seem interesting too. It seem it is much value buy compare with Olympus E-P5. Well personal judgement of course. Not until I got chance to hands on on Panasonic GX7 itself.

Alongside with the GX7, Panasonic also launch the Leica DG Nocticron 42.5mm F1.2 - the fastest autofocus lens ever created for the Micro Four Thirds system.

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Fujifilm announces X-M1

It is time for Fujifilm X-M1 to join the mirrorless competition together with X-E1 and X-Pro 1. Fujifilm X-M1 is the company entry level mirrorless that packed with all spec same with it's sibling.

Fujifilm X-M1 Key Specification :

• 16.3 megapixel
• X-Trans APS-C CMOS sensor
• ISO 200 - 6400
• 3.0 inch tiltable screen
• 49 point AF
• 5.6fps burst
• 1920×1080 30p, 1280×720 30p video recording
• built in wi-fi

The Fujifilm X-M1 will hit the store by July with price tag of $699.95 for body only.

In the same time, Fujifilm announce new kit zoom, the XC 16-50mm F3.6-5.6 OIS that offers a 24-75mm equivalent range and optical stabilisation, but has no aperture ring. The kit lens will come together with X-M1 with price tag $799.95.

Fujifilm also has introduced the XF 27mm F2.8, a compact 'pancake' lens. It's just 23mm thick and weighs only 78g, making it by far the smallest X-mount lens. unfortunately there is no aperture ring, so X-Pro1 and X-E1 owners will need to update their firmware to allow aperture setting from the camera's rear control dial. It'll be available in black and silver, at an MSRP of $449.95.

My Opinion : Great! I been hearing how great is X-Trans sensor rival against full frame sensor. The entry level Fujifilm X-M1 is priced at affordable range, ready to compete with all mirrorless on current market. If I wasn't fond on my Olympus camera, I wouldn't mind grab 1 for myself anytime. In fact, I am tempted to invest on Fujifilm system too in near future.

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Samsung announces Android-powered Galaxy NX mirrorless camera

We know this day will come from Samsung. Samsung has announced the Galaxy NX: the world's first mirrorless interchangeable lens camera running the Android operating system.

Samsung Galaxy NX Key Specification :

• 20.3 megapixels
• APS-C (23.5 x 15.7 mm) CMOS Sensor
• DRIMe IV Imaging processor
• ISO 100 - 25600
• Samsung NX lens mount
• Electronic viewfinder with SVGA resolution (800x600px)
• 4.8″ fixed LCD screen
• 1.6GHz quad-core processor
• 2GB RAM
• 16GB internal memory with expandable microSD
• 3G, 4G LTE and Wi-Fi
• 4,360mAh battery
• Android 4.2 Jelly Bean

Pricing and availability still unknown but we wouldn't be surprise if it cost more than RM 3,000 and above.

My Opinion : Samsung has overtake apple in terms of smartphone. But how about camera segment? Samsung is trying to be difference from other competitor now in terms of mirrorless camera. Yes, they are not the first one using android OS powered camera but at least, their's not half baked. Now my main concern will be how's Android system handling the camera performance? Is the auto focus fast enough? Is the battery life good enough for me to use for whole day shooting? Will the camera have sudden OS crash? It is interesting concept but I am not convincing enough if the three question I asked doesnt satisfy me. Of course image quality is another section to argue. Meanwhile, I still prefer stick to a proper camera.

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Olympus Malaysia launches PEN E-P5

Finally after more than a year, Olympus refresh it's premium PEN line up, E-P5. We are lucky to get invited into exclusive preview and hands on session as well.

Olympus E-P5 Key Specification :

• 16.1 megapixels
• Four Thirds (17.3 x 13 mm) CMOS Sensor
• ISO 100 - 25600
• 35 Number of focus points
• 3″ Tilting LCD screen
• 9 fps burst mode
• 1920 x 1080 (30p) video recording
• Built-In Wireless

Other than that, Olympus E-P5 is the first mirrorless camera that offered 1/8000 maximum shutter speed. It also featured the further improved 5-Axis stabilization compare with OM-D E-M5. The E-P5 is the first Olympus camera to include built-in Wi-Fi. Setup is involves quickly scanning the QR code displayed on the camera's LCD with your Smart device to synch it with the Wi-Fi network created by the camera via Olympus Image Share application (Available in both iOS and Android).

Another features added on the E-P5 are photo story and also time lapse. Photo Story enables you to capture a scene from multiple viewpoints and then combine them into a single image to create unique collages inside the camera. Time lapse setting is easy too where youc an set 1-99 photos and also interval time between 1 sec to 24 hours.

Olympus also launched a new electronic viewfinder, VF-4.

Olympus VF-4 Key Specification :

• 2,360k-Pixel LCD Resolution
• 1.48x Magnification & 100% Field of View
• Automatic Eye-Sensor
• Built-In Diopter Adjustment
• Brightness and Contrast Adjustment
• Tilts Up 90º for Low Angle Shooting
• Offers Stable Composition
• Ideal for Shooting in Bright Sunlight
• For Select Olympus PEN Digital Cameras
• Dedicated Compatible with E-P5

Of course, we have been told it will compatible with any Olympus mirrorless camera even XZ-2 and also E-M5 (yes you can have 2 viewfinder and make it an awesome binocular). Sadly it doesn't support the older X-Z1 and of course, E-P1 that doesn't offer a hotshoe.

Olympus E-P5 is available for preorder now in Malaysia from 10 May to 18 June 2013. Pricing are RM3,499 for body only, RM4,499 for body with M.ZUIKO 17mm f1.8 and finally the VF-4 cost RM990. Olympus E-P5 will available in black, silver and white. You can preorder at http://home.olympusimage.com.my/promoEP5.php

Panasonic unveils Lumix DMC-G6

The long awaiting G6 is here! The G6 gains considerably improved movie capabilities, including full exposure control, an external mic socket and the sensor from the GH2. It also adds the NFC-aided Wi-Fi for simple remote control and image download that we first saw in the GF6.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 Key Specification :

• 16.1 megapixels
• Four Thirds (17.3 x 13 mm) CMOS SENSOR
• ISO 160 - 25600
• 23 Number of focus points
• 3″ Fully articulated LCD Screen
• Electronic Viewfinder
• 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25fps) video recording
• Built-In Wireless
• Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery

The G6 will available at price $749.99 (RM 2250 after converted).

My Opinion : They call G6 as GH2.5 since it sit in between GH2 and GH3. Yes it has all video capability from GH2. It would be a very nice addition to those who are major more on videograph.

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Panasonic unveils DMC-GF6

The replacement for Panasonic GF5 is here! The entry level GF6 featured Wi-Fi and also NFC.Like many of its competitors it has a capacitive touchscreen, that can tilt both downwards and upwards to face forwards for self-portraits.

Panasonic DMC-GF6 Key Specification :

• 16.0 megapixels
• Four Thirds (17.3 x 13 mm) CMOS Sensor
• Venus Engine FHD imaging processor
• ISO 160 - 12800 (25600 with boost)
• 3" Tilting LCD
• 1920 x 1080 (60i PsF/30p in NTSC models, 50i PsF/25p on PAL) video recording
• Built-In Wireless & NFC
• Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery

Unfortunately no price or release date has been announced so far.

My Opinion : Thumb up to Panasonic GF6! While it features tilting LCD screen, it still remain the slimness of GF series. Nothing much to be shout except new features Wi-Fi and also NFC as well.

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