Leica announces M, M-E and S camera

Leica wasn't gonna stay quite in Photokina. Today, Leica officially unveils 'M' 24MP live view full-frame CMOS rangefinder with movies, M-E, a stripped-down 18MP full-frame rangefinder and S-System 37MP medium format body and lenses.

Leica M Key Specification :

• 24 Megapixels
• Full frame (36 x 24 mm) CMOS Sensor
• ISO 200-6400
• 3" Fixed LCD Screen
• 1920 x 1080 (25,24 fps) video recording

Leica M is first of its rangefinders to feature live view, and offers a choice of magnified view or focus peaking for precise through-the-lens focusing, allowing Leica to promise compatibilty with R-mount lenses. It also becomes the first M capable of movie shooting.

Leica M-E Key Specification :

• 18.0 megapixels
• Full frame (36 x 24 mm) CCD Sensor
• ISO 160 - 2500
• 2.5" Fixed LCD screen

Leica said M-E is a very affordable rangefinder. It'll be available from Leica dealers later this month with a retail price of $5,450 (Approx RM 16,350) in the US and £3900 in the UK.

Leica S Key Specification :

• 37 Megapixels
• 30 x 45mm CCD Sensor
• ISO 100-1600
• 3" Fixed LCD Screen
• 1920 x 1080 (25,24 fps) video recording
• Waterproof & Dustproof

The camera will be available in December for a retail price of US $21,950 (Approx RM65,850).

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Panasonic announces DMC-GH3 and X 35-100mm F2.8 fast telezoom

The most movie-orientated Micro Four Thirds camera, Panasonic DMC-GH3 announced! The GH3 will be as big as DSLR size and is built for tank, since it is weather-sealed magnesium alloy body.

Panasonic DMC-GH3 Key Specification :

• 16.1 megapixels
• Four Thirds (17.3 x 13 mm) CMOS Sensor
• Venus Engine VII FHD imaging processor
• ISO 200 - 12800
• 3" Fully articulated LCD Screen
• 23 focus points
• 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 24 fps) video recording

Panasonic DMC-GH3 will be cost $1299.99 (Approx RM3900) body only.

In the same time, Panasonic announced the Lumix G X 35-100mm F2.8 lens, a fast telephoto zoom for Micro Four Thirds cameras. The metal body is dust- and splash-proof and both zoom and focus are internal.

The lens also features 'Power OIS' optical image stabilization, and uses Panasonic's Nano Surface Coating to minimize flare and ghosting. No pricing available yet.

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Canon announces EOS 6D

Like Nikon, Canon announced their very own entry level full frame, EOS 6D enthusiast-level GPS and Wi-Fi capable full-frame DSLR.

Canon EOS 6D Key Specification

• 20.2 megapixels
• Full frame (36 x 24 mm) CMOS Sensor
• Digic 5+ imaging processor
• ISO 100 - 25600 (expandable to 50-102,400)
• 11 focus points
• Fixed 3.2" LCD Screen
• 1920 x 1080 (29.97, 25, 23.976 fps fps)
• Splash and dust resistant

No price available yet.

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Canon release PowerShot S110, PowerShot G15 and SX50 HS

Both Canon beloved camera in PowerShot series got replacement in this Photokina. The S110 is a gentle refresh of the S100, gaining Wi-Fi capability and a touchscreen, alongside an updated 12MP CMOS sensor. The G15 is a successor to the G12 while PowerShot SX50 HS features a remarkable 50x superzoom.

Canon PowerShot S110 Key Specification :

• 12.1 megapixels
• 1/1.7" (7.44 x 5.58 mm) CMOS Sensor
• Digic 5 Imaging Processor
• ISO 80 - 12800
• 24 – 120 mm F2.0 - F5.9 lens
• 9 focus points
• 3" Fully articulated LCD screen
• 1920 x 1080 (24 fps) video recording

The S110 will cost around $449 (Approx RM1350) and will be available in black or white.

Canon PowerShot G15 Key Specification :

• 12.1 megapixels
• 1/1.7" (7.44 x 5.58 mm) CMOS Sensor
• Digic 5 Imaging Processor
• ISO 80 - 12800
• 28 – 140 mm F1.8 - F2.8 lens
• 9 focus points
• 3" Fixed LCD screen
• 1920 x 1080 (24 fps) video recording

No price available yet.

Canon PowerShot SX50 HS Key Specification :

• 12.1 megapixels
• 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) BSI-CMOS Sensor
• Digic 5 Imaging Processor
• ISO 80 - 12800
• 24 – 1200 mm F3.4 - F6.5 lens
• 9 focus points
• 2.8" Fully articulated LCD screen
• 1920 x 1080 (24 fps) video recording

No price available yet.

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Fujifilm extends X-series with XF1

Fujifilm has launched the XF1, a 12MP pocketable enthusiast compact camera with very classic style design.

Fujifilm XF1 Key Specification :

• 12.0 megapixels
• 2/3" (8.8 x 6.6 mm) EXRCMOS Sensor
• ISO 100 - 3200 (4000, 5000, 6400, 12800 with boost)
• 25 – 100 mm F1.8-4.9 lens
• 3" Fixed LCD Screen
• 1920 x 1080 (30 fps) Video Recording

Pricing and availabilities has yet been announce.

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Olympus unveils 60mm F2.8 Macro, 12mm f2.0 black edition, 15mm f8 Body Cap and promises 17mm F1.8 for Micro Four Thirds

Beside new PEN and XZ series, Olympus announced few lenses in Photokina 2012.

The new splash and dust-proof M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 60mm 1:2.8 (120mm*) Macro lens is ideal for use outdoors. Near silent focusing and 1:1 magnification as close as 19cm makes this robust lens perfect for high-resolution close-ups of the natural world, but its imaging potential is impressive wherever you shoot.

The M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 17mm 1:1.8 is packed with the same advanced optical technologies that have proved so successful on other high-end Olympus lenses, including the silver version of the M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12mm 1:2.0 'Street Photography' lens launched earlier this year. Snapshot specialists will appreciate built-in depth of field and distance indicators that show the distance at which objects are in focus, so you can focus instantly without having to look at the camera display. These indicators come into play in Manual mode, which you activate by pulling back the focus ring.

With its wide-angle capacity and fast aperture, the M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 12mm 1:2.0 lens performs superbly in low-light and snapshot situations where a flash or tripod would be inappropriate – and is of course ideal for capturing high-quality landscapes and other broad shots.

An ultra-slim cap and flexible, fixed-focus, fixed-aperture lens in one; this is an ideal first accessory for the powerful new PEN Lite and PEN mini, the 15mm f8 Body Cap. It adds a mere 9mm to the depth of your camera so you can still slip it into a jacket pocket with the confidence that sensitive components will be safe from dust, scratches and smears. When you pull it out again, you'll be able to capture subjects on the spur of the moment from one metre to infinity – with no need to focus and without attaching a full sized lens. For close-ups, there's a lever to extend the focus range to just 30cm from your subject.

The 60mm Macro will cost around $499 (Approx RM1500), and the black 12mm F2.0 will be $1099 (Approx RM3300).

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Olympus announce Stylus XZ-2

The replacement for Olympus XZ-1 is here! It has new hybrid control ring, Touch AF Shutter function as well as the option for interchangeable grips. The company has also refined its physical control dials to provide a better feel and tactile feedback during adjustment.

Olympus XZ-2 Key Specification :

• 12-megapixel
• 1/1.7" (7.44 x 5.58 mm) backside-illuminated (BSI) CMOS sensor
• 28 to 112mm (35mm equivalent), F1.8 - F2.5
• 920k-dot, 3-inch tilting screen
• 35 focus points
• 5fps burst mode shooting
• 1080p full-HD video recording
• RAW image capture

Available in black, the new Olympus Stylus XZ-2 will be available from November. The XZ-2 will sell for around $599 (Approx RM1,800).

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Nikon announces D600

The much anticipating entry level full frame DSLR from Nikon is here! The D600, the smallest, least expensive full frame DSLR on the market, aimed directly at enthusiast photographers.

Nikon D600 Key Specification :

• 24.3 megapixels
• Full frame (35.9 x 24 mm) CMOS sensor
• Expeed 3 imaging processor
• ISO 100 - 6400 (50 - 25600 with boost)
• 39 focus points
• 3" Fixed LCD screen
• 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps) video recording
• Water and dust resistant

The Nikon D600 will be available on September 18, 2012 with RRP of $2,099.95 (Approx RM6300), for body only, or with the AF-S NIKKOR 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G ED VR for the SRP of $2,699.95 (approx RM8100).

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Nikon announces 10.5mm F1.8 fast prime lens for 1 system mirrorless cameras

The company just announced the 1 Nikkor 18.5mm F1.8 fast 'normal' prime lens for its 1 system mirrorless cameras. It is 50mm lens in 35mm equivalent on a full-frame camera. Its wide maximum aperture, it makes it easier to get the most out of the 1 system cameras in low light and makes it easier to produce shallow depth-of-field images.

The lens will be available in black, white or silver, at a cost of around $189.95 (Approx RM570).

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Sony reveals DSC-RX1 full-frame camera with fixed Zeiss T* 35mm F2 lens

Sony is bringing huge impact to the world! Sony manage to cramp in a full frame sensor into a small camera body!

Sony DSC-RX1 Key Features :

• 24.3 megapixels
• Full frame (35.8 x 23.8 mm) CMOS Sensor
• ISO 100 - 25600
• 35 mm F2 Carl Zeiss lens
• 25 focus point
• 3" Fixed LCD Screem
• 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps) video recording

Unfortunately it is a fix lens but it is still nice to see such revolution on camera industry :D The camera will retail for around $2,800 (Approx RM8,400).

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Sony announces Alpha SLT-A99 and 28-75mm F2.8 lens

Finally a full frame camera from Sony again and fast standard zoom lens to pair with it!

Sony Alpha SLT-A99 Key Features :

• 24.3 megapixels
• Full frame (35.8 x 23.8 mm) CMOS Sensor
• Bionz imaging processor
• ISO 100 - 3200 (6400 with boost)
• 19 focus point
• 3" fully articulated LCD screen
• 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps) video recording

There is also an additional lens, the SAM 28-75mm F2.8, a moderately-priced fast standard zoom.

The α99 full-frame digital system camera will be available this October as body-only for about $2800 (Approx RM8,400). The VCG-C99AM vertical grip, HVL-F60M flash and HVL-RL1 ring light will be available this October for about $380 (Approx RM1140), $550 (Approx RM1650) and $350 (Approx RM1250), respectively.

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Sony announces NEX-6 mirrorless camera with Wi-Fi

Sitting in between NEX-5 and NEX-7, the Sony NEX-6 is officially announce in Photokina!

Sony NEX-6 Key Features :

• 16.1 megapixels
• APS-C (23.5 x 15.6 mm) CMOS sensor
• Bionz imaging processor
• ISO 100 - 25600
• 3" Tilting LCD Screen
• Electronic viewfinder
• Built in Wi-Fi
• 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps) video recording

The NEX-6 compact system camera will be available this November in a kit with the SELP1650 power zoom lens for about $1,000 (Approx RM3000). It will also be offered as body-only for about $850 (Approx RM2550).

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Sony unveils 10-18mm, 16-50mm power zoom and 35mm F1.8 for NEX E-mount

Photokina is here and Sony already surprise us with a bunch of announcement. First, let's take a look on new lenses offered by Sony for the NEX E-mount.

The new SEL35F18 lens is a wide aperture 35mm focal length model with a bright maximum aperture of f/1.8. It has built-in Optical SteadyShot image stabilization.

The new SELP1650 lens is an extremely light, compact 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 powered zoom model that measures only 29.9 mm thick (when fully retracted) and contains built-in Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization for clearer handheld images. Additionally, it features a dual-function ring that controls both power zoom and manual focus. A smooth power zoom dial makes the lens particularly useful for shooting video.

The new SEL1018 lens is a super-wide angle zoom with a maximum aperture of f/4.0 across its range of 10-18mm and built-in Optical SteadyShot image stabilization.

The SELP1650 power zoom lens will be sold separately in January for about $350 (Approx RM1050), and the SEL35F18 prime and SEL1018 wide angle lenses will be available this November for about $450 (Approx RM1350) and $850 (approx RM2550), respectively.

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Pentax Ricoh announces Pentax K-5 II DSLR and K-5 IIs

Pentax Ricoh has announced its latest flagship DSLRs - the K-5 II and K-5IIs. The "s" version will comes without an anti-aliasing filter, to offer higher resolution at the risk of more prominent moiré interference patter and it cost extra $100 (Approx RM300). Other than that, the spec are similar.

Pentax K-5 II/K-5 IIs Key Features :

• 16.3 megapixels
• APS-C (23.7 x 15.7 mm) CMOS sensor
• Prime II imaging processor
• ISO 100 - 12800
• 11 focus point
• 3" fixed LCD screen
• 1920 x 1080 (25 fps) video recording

The new PENTAX K-5 II will be available at retail outlets nationwide and online in October 2012 with a suggested retail price of $1,199.95 (approx Rm3,600) for body only, $1,349.95 (approx Rm4,050) for the K-5 II kit including the DA 18-55mm WR zoom lens and $1,549.95 (approx Rm4,650) for the K-5 II kit including the DA 18-135mm WR zoom lens. The K-5 IIs will also be available at retail outlets nationwide and online in October with a suggested retail price of $1,299.95 (approx Rm3,900) for body only.

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Pentax announces 3 new lenses : 18-270mm F3.5-6.3 ED SDM, HD 560mm F5.6 ED AW and HD Pentax D FA 645 Macro 90mm F2.8 ED AW SR

The company just added three new lenses on the chart.

The 18-270mm F3.5-6.3 offers a 15x superzoom covering a 27.5-414mm equivalent range and is based around the company's SDM 'supersonic AF' motor. It will cost around $800 (approx RM2400).

The 560mm F5.6 becomes the first Pentax lens to be given its 'HD' coating which, the company says, denotes high performance. The 859mm equivalent super-telephoto lens is environmentally sealed, to match the performance of the company's higher-end DSLRs. It will cost around $7000 (approx RM21,000).

The HD Pentax D FA 645 Macro 90mm F2.8 ED AR SR, an image-stabilized 71mm-equivalent macro lens for its 645D medium-format DSLR. The lens offers maximum magnification of 0.5x, when focused at its 41cm (1.36") minimum focusing distance. It features the company's HD and nano-scale Aero Bright coatings to maximise light transmission while reducing internal reflection. It will cost around $4,499.95. (approx RM13,500).

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Pentax Ricoh introduces Q10

Pentax just announce a brand new mirrorless camera, Q10 that can mount on K lens with an adapter.

Pentax Q10 Key Features 

• 12.4 megapixels
• 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) CMOS Sensor
• ISO 100 - 6400
• 3" fixed LCD screen
• 25 focus point
• 1920 x 1080 (30 fps) video

The Q10 will cost around $700 (approx RM2100) with the 02 Standard kit zoom, with the fast zoom costing around $300 (approx RM900) and the K-mount adapter roughly $250 (approx RM750).

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Fujifilm announces X-E1

Alright enough of mobile news at the moment. Let's take a break and look at Fujifilm new mirrorless camera, X-E1.

Fujifilm X-E1 Key Features :

• 16.3 megapixels
• APS-C (23.6 x 15.6 mm) CMOC sensor
• EXR Pro image processor
• ISO 200 - 6400 (100, 12800, 25600 with boost)
• 2.8" Fixed LCD Screen
• Built-in pop-up TTL Flash
• Full HD Movie (1920x1080)

The FUJIFILM X-E1 (body only) will be available in November 2012 for $999.95.

The FUJIFILM X-E1 and XF18mm-55mm (27-84mm) F2.8-4 lens (kit) will be available in November for $1,399.95. The FUJINON XF14mm (21mm) F2.8 single focal length lens and XF18mm-55mm (27-84mm) F2.8-4 lens will be available in November for $899.95 and $699.95, respectively.

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