Samsung NX1 Mirrorless Digital Camera

Samsung announces the new  NX1 recently, which features 4K 24fps, UHD at 30 fps, and full 1080p HD video at up to 60 fps, and a 28.2MP BSI APS-C CMOS sensor.  Other features include  3.0" 1036k-Dot Tilt-Touchscreen LCD, 2360k-dot XGA OLED electronic viewfinder, advanced hybrid autofocus system, 205 phase-detection AF Points, 15 fps burst with AF.  The camera includes Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 5.

Sony A5100 Mirrorless Digital Camera

Sony a5100 mirrorless digital camera replace the a5000.  Sony a5100 has a 24.3 MP APS-C Exmor HD CMOS sensor with hybrid AF  179 phase-detect point system and video recording features (full HD 1080p video in XAVC S at 50Mbps). The 3 inches 921.6 k dot LCD can be tilted.  The camera is able to shoot up to 6 fps and ISO 25600.  It has Wi-Fi and NFC.  A pop-up flash is one of the features.

Leica T Mirrorless Camera

Leica T is Leica cheapest mirrorless lens interchangeable camera.  The  Leica T Mirrorless Digital Camera has featuring a 16.3 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor housed in a aluminum alloy unibody design with the Leica T lens mount for attaching optional lenses. The LCD features 1.3 million pixel 3.7" TFT touchscreen.

• 16.3MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
• Solid Aluminum Alloy Unibody Design
• 3.7" 1.3M-dot TFT LCD Touchscreen
• Contrast-Based Autofocus System
• Continuous Shooting at up to 5 fps
• Full HD 1920 x 1080p Video at 30 fps
• Built-In Flash with GN of 15' at ISO 100
• 16 GB Internal Memory & SDXC Card Slot
• Wi-Fi Connectivity & Leica T App for iOS
• Adobe Photoshop Lightroom included

Overview

Olympus OMD EM10 Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera

Olympus OMD EM10 was announced recently, which is the cheapest OMD camera comparing to EM5 and the top of the line EM1.  The EM10 is the low end OMD camera. EM10 has the following features:

• 16.1MP Live MOS Sensor
• TruePic VII Image Processor
• Micro Four Thirds System
• 1,440k-Dot EVF with 120 fps Refresh Rate
• 3.0" 1,037k-Dot Tilting Touchscreen LCD
• Full HD 1080p Video Recording at 30 fps
• In-Body 3-Axis Image Stabilization
• Built-In Wi-Fi Connectivity
• FAST AF System and 8 fps Shooting
• Color Creator and Built-In HDR Modes

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Sony A6000 Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera

Sony announced the new a6000 mirrorless interchangeable lens camera to replace NEX-6 and NEX-7. The a6000 is a compact mirrorless camera that's about half the size and weight of a typical DSLR with APS-C sensor as most DSLRs.  The camera includes the following features:

• 24.3MP APS-C Exmor APS HD CMOS Sensor
• BIONZ X Image Processor
• Tru-Finder 0.39" 1,440k-Dot OLED EVF
• 3.0" 921k-Dot Xtra Fine Tilting LCD
• Full HD 1080i/p AVCHD Video at 24/60 fps
• Built-In Wi-Fi Connectivity with NFC
• Fast Hybrid AF & 179 Phase-Detect Points
• Up to 11 fps Shooting and ISO 25600
• Multi-Interface Shoe and Built-In Flash
• Auto Object Framing and Multi Frame NR

Sony Official Preview

a6000 vs NEX-7

 

Sony NEX-3N - The Last NEX Camera

Sony NEX-3N is the last NEX series camera. Sony NEX-3N features a 16.1 megapixel  Exmor APS HD CMOS sensor, full HD AVCHD (50i/25p) video recording, 3-inch tilting LCD panel with 461,000-dot resolution and built-in pop-up flash.  In addition, the camera incorporate the features of ISO 100-16000, intelligent AF system, auto object framing and photo creativity feature for effects. 
The zoom function of the lens is motorised, which allows it to collapse down when not in use.  The AF was quick to focus, at less than half a second between pressing the shutter button and taking a shot.

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Sony a5000 Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera

Sony has retired using NEX for its mirrorless camera and substituted the alpha name. Sony a5000 is the smallest MILC of Sony.  It has the following features:

• 20.1 Mp Exmor APS HD APS-C CMOS Sensor
• BIONZ X Image Processor
• 3.0" 460.8k-Dot Tilting LCD Monitor
• Full HD 1080p Video Recording at 60 fps
• Built-In Wi-Fi Connectivity with NFC
• Hand-held Twilight Mode and ISO 16000
• 25-Point Contrast Detection Autofocus
• Continuous Shooting up to 3.5 fps
• Photo Creativity and Picture Effects
• Sony 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Zoom Lens

 

Overview

 

Fujifilm X-A1 Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera

Fujifilm X-A1 was announced a few months ago. X-A1 has the following features.

• 16.3MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
• EXR Processor II
• 3.0" 920k-Dot Tilting LCD Monitor
• Full HD 1080p Video with Stereo Sound
• Built-In Wi-Fi Connectivity
• Extended Sensitivity to ISO 25600
• Continuous Shooting Rate of 5.6 fps
• Advanced SR AUTO and Q Menu Button
• Film Simulation and Advanced Filters
• Fujifilm XC 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS Lens

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Official Video

Full Frame NEX Camera from Sony - Rumours

Recently reported on the Sonyrumors, Sony will launch a smaller full-frame single micro camera next year, it will use NEX series design, which may be the smallest full frame digital camera on the market. The price may be cheaper than the newly announced alph 7.

Fujifilm X-M1 Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera

Fuji X-M1 mirrorless interchangeable lens camera was announced recently.  The camera has the following features:

• 16.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS Sensor
• Fujifilm Proprietary X-Mount
• Includes 16-50mm XC Lens
• 3.0" 920k-dot LCD Tilt Monitor
• Built-in Wi-Fi Connectivity
• Full HD 1080p Video with Stereo Sound
• Focal Plane Shutter
• 100-25600 ISO Sensitivities
• Magnesium Alloy Body

 

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Inexpensive Sony A3000 Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera

Sony announce the a3000 mirror-less interchangeable lens camera with E-mount in August, 2013. The camera has the following features:

• 20.1MP APS-C Exmor APS HD CMOS Sensor
• BIONZ Image Processor
• Tru-Finder 0.5" QVGA EVF
• 3.0" 230.4k-Dot LCD Monitor
• Full HD 1080i/p Video at 60 or 24 fps
• Multi Interface Accessory Shoe
• Continuous Shooting Rate of 3.5 fps
• ISO 100-16000
• Compact Design and SLR Ergonomics
• Sony E-Mount 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 Zoom Lens

Sony A3000

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Panasonic GM1 - Small Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera

Panasonic announced a small mirrorless interchangeable lens camera GM1 recently. It is a compact digital camera featuring a 16 megapixel Micro Four Thirds Digital Live MOS sensor and Venus Engine image processor to produce high resolution image under  low-light. GM1 uses a contrast-detection AF for quick and accurate focus. The camera can be bought with the  Lumix G Vario 12-32mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH MEGA O.I.S. lens.

Panasonic GM1 features:

• 16MP Digital Live MOS Sensor
• Venus Engine Image Processor
• Micro Four Thirds System
• 3.0" 1,036k-Dot Touchscreen LCD Monitor
• Full HD 1080i AVCHD Video at 60 fps
• Built-In Wireless Connectivity
• Light Speed AF and Focus Peaking
• ISO 25600 and 5 fps Continuous Shooting
• Highly Compact Magnesium Alloy Body
• Lumix G Vario 12-32mm f/3.5-5.6 Lens

Panasonic GM1 Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera

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Panasonic Official Announcement:

Panasonic is proud to announce a new premium compact line GM series to its LUMIX Digital Single Lens Mirrorless (DSLM) cameras with the DMC-GM1 with large Digital Live MOS Sensor based on the Micro Four Thirds system standard. The new GM series boasts not just its outstandingly compact profile but its high functional performance for ultimate picture quality.

The DMC-GM1 realizes high-quality image recording with real-to-life details through excellent resolution, image rendering and color reproduction. Taking full advantage of 16.00-megapixel Digital Live MOS Sensor and Venus Engine, images are rendered with highly sharp resolution even shot in low-lit situations and at max. 25600 high ISO sensitivity can be selected.

The Contrast AF System of DMC-GM1 excels in both speed and accuracy by exchanging digital signal between the camera and the lens at max. 240 fps. A variety of extensive AF functions including Low Light AF, Pinpoint AF and One-shot AF enhances usability to comply with wide-ranging shooting situations. The touch-control system integrated in the 3.0-inch large approx.1036K-dot high resolution monitor immediately lets users to set focus to the subject by just touching it on the screen and you can even release the shutter. It is free and easy to enlarge the target point with fingertips to set precise focus.

The DMC-GM1 also features full HD 1920 x 1080, 60i (60 Hz) / 50i (50 Hz) high quality video recording in AVCHD and MP4* with stereo sound. The practical full-time AF and tracking AF is available in video recording, too. The cinema-like 24p video with the bit rate of max. 24 Mbps or P/A/S/M mode provide richly expressive afterimage with overwhelming image quality.

The DMC-GM1 incorporates popular Creative Control mode with a total of 22 fascinating filter effects in addition to Time Lapse Shot, Stop Motion Animation or Clear Retouch. The Stop Motion Animation allows producing unique stop motion video and the Clear Retouch function enables to erase unwanted part of a picture after shooting – both operations completes with ease in camera.

With the Wi-Fi® connectivity, users can connect the camera to their smartphone / tablet to expand shooting flexibility. It is also possible to use a smartphone / tablet as a multi-capable remote shutter with a monitor. With the Instant Transfer function, photos are automatically sent to the smartphone / tablet right after shooting. On the other hand, both photo and video can be archived to the registered digital equipment such as PC automatically via the wireless access point (router) at home.

There are a lot of ingenious inventions that let DMC-GM1 accomplish this marvelous downsizing. The unit mechanism of shutter is redesigned to newly integrate a motor instead of spring, which allows removal of charging structure inside the unit and resulting in approx. 80%** reduction in its unit’s size. The conventional digital single lens mirrorless camera has a structure that settles a frame to support the sensor unit over the main unit frame. However, by adopting the magnesium alloy for the main unit, the DMC-GM1 allows direct attachment of the sensor unit to reduce parts. Despite its ultra compact profile, the DMC-GM1 is equipped with built-in flash (GN5.6 ISO200･m / GN4.0 ISO100･m) which is enough useful for daily snapshots. This is made possible by an adoption of newly developed sliding pantograph-type flash that vertically pops up and down. By optimizing the layout of electronic components with high density mounting, the circuit board is able to have a cutout saving approx. 30%** in space for the sensor unit to fit into. This also helps achieve total volume reduction of internal content.

The DMC-GM1 comes equipped with decently designed parts including three-strand aluminum dial or high quality artificial leather grip. Especially the combination with the newly released digital interchangeable lens LUMIX G VARIO 12-32mm / F3.5-5.6 ASPH. / MEGA O.I.S. (H-FS12032) makes perfect match which even satisfies trend-sensitive users to carry around stylishly. On the other hand, the DMC-GM1 allows attachment of Hand Grip DMW-HGR1 (black / silver, sold separately***) to enhance strength of gripping.

Packing high photographic performance in sleek, ultra-compact body, the DMC-GM1 is offered in stylish black, traditional silver, noble white and classical orange. There are moments in life deserves to be captured – the DMC-GM1 turns every user across genders, across generations into a life artist.

* 30 fps (NTSC) / 25 fps (PAL) in MP4 recording.
** Panasonic comparison with DMC-GF5.
*** Included in the DMC-GM1W kit.

1. Ultimate Picture Quality Goes Beyond Expectation

The DMC-GM1 incorporates 16.00-megapixel, large Digital Live MOS Sensor complying with Micro Four Thirds system standard that achieves both higher resolution and higher sensitivity image recording with less noise. The photodiode in each pixel is enlarged thanks to the adoption of cutting-edge Semiconductor Fine Technology to improve color saturation by approx. 10% and the redesigned on-chip lens enhances light condensation to achieve approx. 10%* higher sensitivity. Not only these, noise generation is minimized in both pixel circuit and digital signal readout circuit to provide better S/N ratio by approx. 25%*.

The image processor Venus Engine features its advanced noise reduction systems. By extending the control level of noise, controllable area of noise is expanded by approx. 64x* in size. This makes it possible to remove large block of noise which was formally hard to detect and helps produce clear, smooth image especially for the nighttime scenery. In addition, the Multi-process NR (Noise Reduction) works in two separate steps allowing even finer control over noise level. The texture of noise itself, regardless of the noise size, is improved with this deliberate control, which is resulting in the reproduction of smooth human skin even in high sensitivity recording.

Furthermore, the optimum design of newly adopted Detail Reproduction Filter Process enhances the limit resolution by max. 3%* and the contrast of middle to high range by max. 5%*. Plus, the advanced Intelligent D-range Control offers wider dynamic range while maintaining the smooth gradation thanks to the high-precision signal processing. Suppressing both blocked shadows and blown highlights, every part of an image – from dark to bright – is faithfully reproduced. The combination of the Digital Live MOS Sensor and the Venus Engine achieves approx. 10%* finer detail reproduction, making it possible to capture clear image even in low lit situations and allows max. ISO25600.

The DMC-GM1 complies with image recording in RAW. The bundled software SILKYPIX Developer Studio 4.1 SE allows dramatically higher quality image development from RAW to JPEG. Even the images shot at high ISO setting can be produced sharply with minimum noise. This software also enables high quality JPEG processing, that lets users to adjust images in 16 bit data and re-develop it into JPEG with minimum deterioration of image quality.

* Panasonic comparison with DMC-GX1.
• SILKYPIX®; It is a registered trademark of Ichikawa Soft Laboratory Co., Ltd.

2. The Top Level of AF Performance among Conventional DSLRs and Mirrorless Cameras

All cameras of LUMIX G, and DMC-GM1 adopt Contrast AF for its focus system. Compared with the Phase difference system AF, the Contrast AF boasts higher accuracy especially in shooting with bright lens with small F value. The DMC-GM1 features high-speed Light Speed AF, making it possible to capture even the fast-moving subject clearly. Not only the accuracy but also the speed of AF in DMC-GM1 surpasses the high-end DSLRs with Phase difference. The camera and the lens exchange the digital signal at max. 240 fps to minimize the time to focus. The DMC-GM1 realizes the high speed burst shooting at 5 fps in 16.00-megapixel and max. 40 fps using an electronic shutter. Also, AF Tracking enables consecutive shooting to capture moving subject in sharp focus at 4.0 fps*.

The Low Light AF, which is popular in LUMIX G DSLM cameras, is incorporated making it possible to set focus on the subject more precisely in such as moonlight even without AF assist lamp. It further enhances the performance to work in -4EV lower lit situations, which is as dark as starry sky with no other light source.

With the Pinpoint AF, users can magnify the target area to set focus by 5x by just touching it on the monitor. Magnification using dial is also available and this can be selectable from 3x to 10x enlargement by 0.1x step. Picture-in-picture display is available and the magnification ratio of in-frame picture is selectable from 3x to 6x seamlessly, which enables users to set precise focus on the target point while seeing the whole image composition. The One-shot AF enables using AF even in MF mode by just pressing the Fn (Function) button** to set rough focus on the subject and you can go back to MF just to adjust precise focus.

* In 1-area-focusing AF mode.
** AF lock function needs to be assigned in advance.

3. Full-HD 60i (60Hz) / 50i (50Hz) High Quality Video Recording Performance

All LUMIX G cameras, especially the DMC-GH3, are renowned for their capability of high quality video recording. The DMC-GM1 records smooth, high-resolution full-HD 1,920 x 1,080 60i (60 Hz) / 50i (50 Hz) videos in AVCHD or MP4 (MPEG-4 / H.264) format*. The DMC-GM1 also supports 1080/24p native mode with 24 Mbps in AVCHD format bringing impressive afterimage to the footage. In addition, the P/A/S/M mode also lets users enjoy expressive video recording. Thanks to optimum pixel-mix technology which is made possible by the improvement of sensor sensitivity, sharpness and clarity are improved in motion images, too.

In addition to the practical full-time AF, the Touch AF in video recording also lets users enjoy professional-like rack focusing. The AF Tracking locks on the subject with focus even it moves.

High quality sound can be recorded with Dolby® Digital. A Wind Cut function is also available to block out most of the noise from background wind. The Extra Tele Conversion function virtually extends the zoom range Max. 4.8x without deterioration of image quality in smaller resolution.

The Time Lapse Shot automatically starts recording photos at time lapse sequence once the start time, interval and the number of pictures to shoot are set. The Stop Motion Animation function enables producing a stop motion (stop frame) video in camera with the pictures that are sequentially shot while moving the object by degrees. This effect makes the object appears as if it is moving by itself.

* 30 fps (NTSC) / 25 fps (PAL) in MP4 recording.
- Maximum time to record motion pictures continuously with [AVCHD] is 29 minutes 59 seconds in Europe and some Asian areas.
- Maximum time to record motion pictures continuously with [MP4] is 29 minutes 59 seconds or up to 4 GB.
- You can check the recordable time on the monitor. (For [FHD] in [MP4] format, the file size is large and so the recordable time will drop below 29 minutes 59 seconds.)

4. Other Features That Completes DMC-GM1

Easy Wireless Connectivity via Wi-Fi® with Smartphones

The DMC-GM1 integrates Wi-Fi® connectivity (IEEE 802.11 b/g/n) to offer more flexible shooting experience and instant image sharing with easy operation. All these flexible shooting / browsing / sharing style are made possible with the DMC-GM1 and the Panasonic's dedicated application software Panasonic Image App for iOS / Android smartphones / tablets.

Advanced iA+ (Intelligent Auto Plus Mode) and Scene Guide for Beginners

For beginners of Digital Single Lens Mirrorless cameras, iA (Intelligent Auto) mode supports taking beautiful pictures with a variety of shooting-assist functions including new Intelligent Handheld Nightshot and iHDR (Intelligent High Dynamic Range) in addition to AF Tracking, Intelligent D-range Control, Intelligent Scene Selector, Face Recognition and Intelligent ISO Control. The Intelligent Handheld Nightshot generates a glamorous night scenery with optimum illumination by multi-layering the images shot consecutively even without using a tripod. With the iHDR, max. 6 images consecutively shot at different exposure levels can be overlaid to produce a single composite picture without whiteout (over-exposure) or blackout (under-exposure) in difficult lighting situations.
The iA Plus mode lets users adjust defocusing area in the background, exposure compensation and white balance for more flexible control.
The Scene Guide* offers 23 sample pictures shot by professional photographers. Users can choose the one closer to the situation they are going to shoot and optimum parameters for shooting the scene will be automatically set. Furthermore, shooting procedure, technical advice and recommended interchangeable lens for the scene can be shown for users to learn photography.

* Video recording using Scene Guide is not possible in some scenes.

Focus Peaking

For more practical control over focusing, the DMC-GM1 incorporates Focus Peaking function that shows the peak of focus in MF and AF+MF mode. Users can see the peaking of focus while monitoring the subject in live view. It can be set to HIGH / LOW / OFF and the color can also be changed to blue, white or orange according to the color of the shooting scene during live view. Users can take advantage of this function when controlling the camera with smartphone / tablet via Wi-Fi® in both photo / video recording.

Silent Mode

This mode switches shutter from mechanical to electronic and turns all sound (AF, operation) off while suppress emission of AF assist lamp and flash with just a single setting for special shooting occasions.

Creative Control / Photo Style for More Expanded Expression

The popular Creative Control mode features a total of 22 filter options – Expressive / Retro / Old Days / High Key / Low Key / Sepia / Monochrome / Dynamic Monochrome / Rough Monochrome* / Silky Monochrome* / Impressive Art / High Dynamic / Cross Process / Toy Effect / Toy Pop / Bleach Bypass / Miniature Effect** / Soft Focus* / Fantasy / Star Filter* / One Point Color / Sunshine* mode. Effect parameter of each mode is also adjustable.
The Photo Style, which enables changing texture of photo, is also upgraded for DMC-GM1 with an inclusion of Monochrome Filter (Ye/Or/R/G) for more expressive monochrome photography.

* For photo only.
** Sound will not be recorded with [MINIATURE EFFECT] in Creative Control Mode and approximately 1/10 of the time period is recorded. (If you record for 10 minutes, the resulting motion picture recording will be approximately 1 minute long.)

3.0-inch, Approx.1036K-dot High Quality Touch-Control Monitor

The 3.0-inch large, approx. 1036K-dot high resolution static-type touch monitor with approx. 100% of field of view. The front panel is directly attached to the new In Cell Touch LCD without containing air layer in between. The result is that the reflection of external light is dramatically suppressed. Together with the increased resolution by approx. 13%* and improved color reproduction by approx. 20%*, the monitor for DMC-GM1 secures higher visibility even in sunny outdoor than ever. Plus, attenuation of transmitting backlight is minimized to achieve wide angle of view and by 25%* of power saving.

* Panasonic comparison with DMC-GF5

UHS-I SDXC/SDHC Memory Card Compatibility

The compatibility with the UHS-I (Ultra High Speed I) SDXC/SDHC Memory Card allows faster data writing even in RAW recording mode.

• The "AVCHD" is a high definition (HD) digital video recording / playback format jointly established by Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation.
• Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
• All other company and product names are trademarks of their respective corporations.
• This unit is compatible with both SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Cards. You can only use SDHC/SDXC Memory Cards on devices that are compatible with them. You cannot use SDHC/SDXC Memory Cards on devices that are only compatible with SD Memory Cards. (When using an SDHC/SDXC Memory Card on another device, be sure to read the operating instructions for that device.)
• SDHC Memory Cards and SDXC Memory Cards can be used only in equipment that is compatible with their respective formats.
• If the computer being used does not support SDXC Memory Cards, a message prompting you to format may appear. (Doing so will cause recorded images to be erased so do not choose to format.) If the card is not recognized, please refer to the below support site.
http://panasonic.net/avc/sdcard/information/SDXC.html
• Some accessories are not available in some countries.
• The use of recorded or printed materials that are protected by copyright for any purpose other than personal enjoyment is prohibited, as it would infringe upon the rights of the copyright holder.
• Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Sony A7 and A7R Full Frame Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera

Recently Sony announce the full frame mirrorless lens interchangeable lens camera a7 and a7R. These cameras are smaller than any other full-frame interchangeable lens camera. The A7 and A7R are identical in terms of design. The main differences are its sensors and auto focus systems. The A7 installed a full-frame 24 megapixel CMOS, and the A7R has a 36 megapixel CMOS without optical low-pass filter.

Sony a7 specification is stated as follows:

• 24.3MP Full Frame Exmor CMOS Sensor
• BIONZ X Image Processor
• Direct Compatibility with E-mount Lenses
• 3.0" Tiltable TFT LCD with 1,229K-Dots
• 2.4M-Dot OLED Electronic Viewfinder
• Full 1080/60p with Uncompressed Output
• Fast Hybrid Autofocus; 5 fps Burst Rate
• Built-In Wi-Fi and NFC
• Multi-Interface Shoe
• Direct Access Interface

Sony A7

Sony a7r specification is stated as follows:

• 36.4MP Full Frame Exmor CMOS Sensor
• No Optical Low-Pass Filter
• Gapless On-Chip Lens Design
• BIONZ X Image Processor
• Direct Compatibility with E-mount Lenses
• 3.0" Tiltable TFT LCD with 1,229K-Dots
• 2.4M-Dot OLED Electronic Viewfinder
• Full 1080/60p Video with Remote Capture
• Built-In Wi-Fi and NFC
• Multi-Interface Shoe

Sony A7R

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Olympus New Mirrorless Camera E-M1

Olympus will soon announce the mirrorless interchangeable lens camera. The picture of this camera is circulating in the web now. Not detail of specification is known yet.

Olympus E-M1

Sony new mirrorless camera NEX-5T

Sony announces the new mirrorless camera NEX-5T with wifi and NFC. Model Features: 16.1MP APS-C sensor, up to 10 fps shooting, Fast Hybrid AF with phase detection, Full HD movies at 60p/60i/24p, built-in Wi-Fi® and NFC, 180° tiltable touchscreen, up to ISO 25600, E-mount 16-50mm lens.

Specifications

16.1 MP APS-C size HD image sensor

The same sensor format that Sony builds into the full-sized α DSLRs. With 13 times the area of the typical point-and-shoot image sensor, APS-C sensor size makes the difference between “snapshots” and “photographs,” delivering an exceptional combination of high resolution, high sensitivity and gorgeous, blurred backgrounds.

Simple connectivity to smartphones via Wi-Fi^® or NFC

Connectivity with smartphones for One-touch sharing/One-touch remote has been simplified with Wi-Fi^®/NFC control. In addition to Wi-Fi support for connecting to smartphones, the NEX-5T also supports NFC (near field communication) providing “touch connection” convenience when transferring images to Android™ smartphones and tablets. Users need only touch devices to connect; no complex set-up is required. Moreover, when using Smart Remote Control — a feature that allows shutter release to be controlled by a smartphone — connection between the NEX-5T and the smartphone can be established by simply touching devices.

Picture Effect mode

There are 11 types (15 variations) of Picture Effects to choose from: Posterization (Color, B/W), Pop Color, Retro Photo, Partial Color (R,G,B,Y), High Contrast Mono, Toy Camera, Soft High-key, Soft Focus, HDR Painting, Rich-tone Mono, Miniature. Each is unique and each give you a new and exciting way to make your images and videos pop.

Auto Object Framing

Give your photos a professional look with Auto Object Framing. Featuring advancements like exceptional two-person portrait capability along with Face Detection and Tracking Focus, Auto Object Framing not only turns ordinary photos into stunning compositions but does so automatically recognizing the scene then cropping accordingly.

Sweep Panorama™ Technology

Capture expansive landscapes automatically. Press the shutter, sweep vertically or horizontally. The camera does the rest, continuously shooting images and stitching them together. Up to 23 MP image size. Up to 202 degrees maximum sweep angle (18mm focal length).

Photo Creativity Touch interface

The Photo Creativity touch interface enables you to easily enjoy the creative expression of SLR-quality digital imaging without the complicated settings. Changes can be easily made using the control dial with results seen in real time on the LCD. Settings include; Background Defocus, Brightness, Color, Vividness and most Picture Effects.

Multi-interface terminal

Multi-interface Smart Accessory ² terminal greatly expands the connectivity options such as external flash units

Fast Hybrid AF

Sony’s advanced Fast Hybrid AF combines two technologies for outstanding performance: Phase detection auto focus for quick response that is ideal when tracking fast-moving subjects and contrast-detection auto focus for added precision. A perfect match that delivers optimal Auto Focus for fast, precise focusing in any scene

PlayMemories Camera Apps

Personalize your camera by adding new features of your choice with PlayMemories Camera Apps. Find apps to fit your shooting style from portraits, detailed close-ups, sports, time lapse, motion shot and much more. Use apps that shoot, share and save photos using Wi-Fi that make it easy to control and view your camera from smartphone, and post photos directly to Facebook or backup images to the cloud without connecting to a computer.¹¹

Up to ISO 25600 sensitivity with advanced noise reduction

With a new Exmor^® sensor that features the same adaptive noise reduction technology from Sony’s flagship SLT-A99V, the NEX-5T easily offers a wide range of sensitivity from ISO 100 to ISO 25600.

Auto HDR mode

Captures more scene dynamic range than a single exposure can handle—and more range than photo film. Combines the best highlight detail from one shot, the best mid-tones from a second and the best shadow detail from a third for one incredible shot (up to 6 EV stops). Captures in a split second. (Recommended for still subjects.)

Dynamic Range Optimizer (DRO)

Improves results with backlit subjects and recovers details hidden in shadows. Settings include Auto, Level with a choice of five operating levels and Off.

Clear Image Zoom

Utilizing Sony’s exclusive By Pixel Super Resolution Technology, Clear Image Zoom increases the effective focal length of your lens up to 2x by digitally magnifying the center of your image with nearly imperceptible degradation. It virtually doubles the effective focal length of whatever lens you’re using providing greater shooting flexibility.

Stamina™ battery power for up to 330 shots⁷

Take up to 330 shots on a single charge⁷ with Sony^® lithium ion Stamina™ battery power. Sony's InfoLITHIUM^® battery system enables you to see the percent of power remaining, so you can keep shooting in confidence.

Full HD Movies¹ at 60p/60i/24p

Capture HD Movies in your choice of super-smooth 60p, standard 60i or cinematic 24p, all at Full HD 1920x1080 resolution.¹ AVCHD™ codec delivers stunning picture quality. MP4 codec offers smaller files for easier upload to the web.

180-degree tilt-able 3.0” Touch LCD

The NEX-5T is equipped with a tilt-able LCD screen that flips up 180-degrees without sacrificing the compactness for which the 5-series is renowned for. This makes taking great self-portraits incredibly easy since users can precisely compose shots, choosing to include people or objects in the frame for more satisfying results.

Accepts Sony^® E-mount lenses

Compatible with Sony’s wide selection of E-mount series of smaller, lighter lenses designed specifically for α NEX compact interchangeable lens cameras. Open up a world of endless creative options.

Face Detection/ Registration technology

The camera can automatically detect and register up to eight individual faces and adjust focus, exposure, white balance and flash to help deliver crisp, properly lit images of family and friends. Can prioritize children or adults.

Six Creative Style settings

Control how the camera processes your images with six finishing styles: Standard, Vivid, Portrait, Landscape, Sunset and B&W. You can even fine-tune contrast, saturation, and sharpness to your personal taste.

Convenient USB charging

Easily recharge the camera via USB charging. Simply connect the bundled USB cable and recharge the battery without removing it from the camera, either via AC outlet or PC connection.

Canon MILR with EVF

Rumor circulated in Internet that the new Canon mirrorless Interchangeable lens camera may have a new model with EVF.

Canon New MILR with EVF (?)

Hasselblad Will Make Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera with Sony

In accordance with information from the web, Hasselblad, the Swedish company which made the most expensive medium-format film cameras, has announced to produce a mirrorless interchangeable lens camera with the help of Sony.  Hasselblad made the first camera to use on the first man moon landing 1969.

Hasselblad Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Lunar

Hasselblad Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera Lunar Front/Top/Back

The Classic Film Hasselblad Camera

 
This camera features 24.3 Megapixel APS-C HD CMOS sensor, contrast detection auto focus, tracking focus function, 10X zoom lens and 1200-zone metering. The advanced 1200-zone metering delivers precise exposures even in the most difficult lighting situations. It evaluates light levels and colour distribution, then it calculates in real time the exposure for each image. Lunar features an advanced real-time white balance and colour control for both photos and videos. The desired setting can be achieved in different ways: Auto mode, nine presets, manual adjustment on a colour chart or by selecting the colour temperature. Custom settings can also be saved in memory.(Source: Hasselblad). The camera is anti-dust. The sensor sensitive is between 100-16000 ISO. It has 10 frame per second shooting speed.

Hasselblad Lunar Preview (Photokina 2012) 

Hasselblad Lunar Official Video

Recent Top 5 lens in Japan

Read an article about top 5 interchangeable lens in Japan a few days ago with brief detail.  Hence, I did some research about these lens and post it here:

1. Canon EF 50 F1.8 II 

Focal Length & Maximum Aperture	50mm 1:1.8
Lens Construction	6 elements in 5 groups
Diagonal Angle of View	46°
Focus Adjustment	Overall linear extension system with Micromotor
Closest Focusing Distance	0.45m / 1.5 ft.
Filter Size	52mm
Max. Diameter x Length, Weight	2.7" x 1.6", 4.6 oz. / 68.2 x 41.0mm, 130g

Canon EF 50mm F1.8 II Lens

2. Olympus M.ZD 45/1.8

Mount Standard  Micro Four Thirds System Standard Focal Length  45mm      35mm Equivalent Focal Length  90mm Lens Construction  9 Elements in 8 Groups        2 E-HR lenses Angle of View  27 Degree AF System  High-speed Imager AF(MSC) Closest Focusing Distance  0.5m Maximum Image Magnification  0.11x      35mm Equivalent Max. Image Magnification       0.22x Minimum Field Size   118 x 157 mm Number of Blades  7 (Circular Aperture Diaphragm) Maximum Aperture  f1.8 Minimum Aperture  f22 Filter Size  Diameter 37mm Dimensions  Diameter 56 x 46mm Weight  116g
Olympus M.ZD 45/1.8 Lens

3. Nikon AF-S DX 35/1.8G

• Mount Type  Nikon F-Bayonet
• Focal Length 35mm
• Maximum Aperture f/1.8
• Minimum Aperture f/22
• Autofocus
  Yes
• AF-S (Silent Wave Motor)
  Yes
• Minimum Focus Distance
  0.98 ft. (0.3m)
• Focus Mode
  Auto
  Manual
  Auto/Manual
• Filter Size
  52mm
• Accepts Filter Type
  Screw-on

Nikon AF-S DX 35/1.8G

4. Canon EF 40/F2.8 STM

• Focal Length & Maximum Aperture: 40mm, 1:2.8
• Lens Construction: 6 elements in 4 groups
• Diagonal Angle of View: 57 degrees 30'
• Focus Adjustment: Inner Focusing System
• Closest Focusing Distance: 0.98 ft./0.3m
• Filter Diameter: 52mm
• Max. Diameter x Length: 2.7 x 0.9 inch, 4.6 oz. / 68.2 x 22.8mm
• Weight: 130g

Canon EF 40/F2.8 STM Lens

5. Panasonic 45-175/F4.5-5.6  ASPH/Power OIS

• Lens Construction: 14 elements in 10 groups (2 aspherical lenses , 2 ED lens)
• Nano Surface Coating: Yes
• Mount Micro Four Thirds mount
• Optical Image Stabilizer: POWER OIS
• Focal Length: f=45-175mm (35mm camera equivalent 90-350mm)
• Aperture Type: 7 diaphragm blades / Circular aperture diaphragm
• Aperture Range: F4.0(Wide) - F5.6(TELE)
• Minimum Aperture: F22
• Closest Focusing Distance: 0.9m / 3.0ft
• Maximum Magnification: Approx. 0.2x / 0.4x (35mm camera equivalent)
• Diagonal Angle of View: 27°(Wide) to 7.1°(TELE)
• Filter Size: 46mm / 1.8in
• Max. Diameter: 61.6mm / 2.4in
• Overall Length: Approx. 90.0mm (from the tip of the lens to the base side of the lens mount) / 3.5in
• Weight: Approx. 210g / 7.4oz (excluding lens cap and lens rear cap)
• Standard Accessories: Lens cap, Lens rear cap, Lens storage bag, Lens hood
• Others: Electric zoom lever, Manual focus ring, Manual zoom ring

Panasonic 45-175/F4.5-5.6  ASPH/Power OIS Lens

August New Digital Camera Announcement and Rumors Roundup from the Web

New Camera Announcements

Aug 9: Nikon Announces the New J2 Mirrorless Interchangeable Digital Camera
Aug 9: Nikon Announces Coolpix L610 14X zoom Digital Camera Lookalike Canon SX150

August 13: BenQ Large Aperture F1.8 Digital Camera G1

Aug 9: Nikon Announces the New J2 Mirrorless Interchangeable Digital Camera
August 21: Canon Announced SX160 16X and SX500 30X Mega Zoom Digital Camera
Nikon Announced First Android digital Camera Coolpix S800c

Samsung Announce a Very Interesting Android 4.1 21X Galaxy Digital Camera

Nikon Finally Announced the P7700 7.1x Zoom Digital Camera with Large Aperture F2

New Sony NEX-5R Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera Introduced by Sony Staff

Canon Announced SX160 16X and SX500 30X Mega Zoom Digital Camera

Olympus SZ-14Newly Announced OLYMPUS STYLUS SP-820UZ 40X mega zoom ( 22.4mm wide-angle to 896mm) 

Nikon L610 Announcement 

Pentax 26x (22.3mm and zooms in to 580mm) Mega Zoom New Digital Camera X-5

Canon EOS C500 Professional Video Camera Announced
Canon EOS C100 Professional Video Camera Announced

 

Rumours

Canon

August 15:New Canon SX160 and SX500IS Mega Zoom Digital Camera Photos Leak

Fuji

Fuji Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera XE-1 Pictures Leaked

Nikon

August 20: Nikon P7700 Compact Zoom Digital Camera Pictures Leaked
Nikon Full Frame D600 DSLR May Be Announced in September

 

Olympus

In accordance  with Micro Four Third Blog, Olympus will announce new camera E-PM2 and E-PL5 in September Photokina.
Source: http://m43blog.com/2012/07/31/olympus-to-announce-4-new-models-in-photokina/ (Click here for details)

August 20: Olympus is developing a new 4/3 DSLR Body (E-7?)

 

Panasonic

August 10: Panasonic Lumix GX2 to come in November?

 

Samsung

Rumors that Samsung is Making an Android Digital Camera

 

Sony

In accordance with "Mirrorless Rumors",  Sony may announced two new NEX Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera May Announced in September:
NEX-5R: 180 degree flip screen (like the NEX-F3) and 16 Megapixel sensor and Wi Fi support
NEX-6: Built in Electronic viewfinder (lower resolution compared tot he NEX-7 viewfinder). Wi Fi support and price between NEX-7 and NEX-5R.
The cameras will be announced along two pancake zooms (yes pancake!) and a fast prime lens.

(Source:  http://www.mirrorlessrumors.com)

August 19: Sony May Announce a99 DSLR on Aug. 28

Sony NEX-7 Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera

Introduction

I compiled Sony NEX-7 information for your reference.  Sony NEX-7 rundown features are: 24.3-megapixel, up to 10 fps shooting, ISO 20000 sensitivity, AVCHD 60i, 60p, 24p, APS HS CMOS image sensor, Sweep Panorama, Auto HDR, Live View, Tiltable LCD



Sony NEX-7 Digital Camera





Sony NEX-7 Digital Camera Tiltable Screen



Sony NEX-7 Digital Camera Commercial

Sony NEX-7 Digital Camera Hands on Review

Rating

Photographyblog rated NEX-7 "Essential" (Click here for details)

Ratings (out of 5)
Design	5
Features	5
Ease-of-use	4.5
Image Quality	5
Value for money	4.5

Features (Source: Sony)

Advanced Features

• Face Detection : On/On (Regist. Faces)/Off
• Smile Shutter™ technology : Smile shutter (selectable from 3 steps)
• Auto High Dynamic Range : Yes, (Auto Exposure Difference, Exposure difference Level (1-6 EV at 1.0 EV step), off)
• Sweep Panorama : Horizontal (Wide/Standard), Vertical, and 3D Panorama

Exposure System

• Picture Effect(s) : 11 types (15 variations): Posterization (Color, B/W), Pop Color, Retro Photo, Partial Color (R,G,B,Y), High Contrast Monochrome, Toy Camera, Soft High-key, Soft Focus, HDR Painting, Rich-tone Monochrome, Miniature
• Auto Exposure Lock : Yes (AE Lock with focus lock)
• Color Temperature : 2500 - 9900 k with 15-step each Magenta/Green compensation (G7 to M7), Amber/Blue (A7 to B7)
• Creative Style : Standard, Vivid, Neutral, Clear, Deep, Light, Portrait , Landscape, Sunset, Night Scene, Autumn leaves, Black & White, Sepia
  (Contrast (-3 to +3steps), Saturation(-3 to +3steps), Sharpness(-3 to +3steps))
• D-Range Optimizer : Yes: (Auto, Level, Off)
• Exposure Bracketing : Yes: (3 Continuous)
• Exposure Compensation : +/-5.0 EV(1/3EV steps)
• Exposure Settings : iAUTO, Program AE (P), Aperture priority (A), Shutter priority (S), Manual (M), Sweep Panorama (2D), 3D Sweep Panorama, Anti Motion Blur, Scene Selection
• ISO : Auto (ISO 100-16000), Selectable (ISO 100 to 1600)
• Metering : Advanced 1200-zone evaluative metering
• Metering Modes : Multi-segment, Center-weighted, Spot
• Metering Sensitivity : 0EV-20EV, (at ISO 100 equivalent w/ f/2.8 lens)
• Noise Reduction : Long Exposure NR: (On/Off, available at shutter speeds longer than 1 second) High ISO NR: (High/Normal/Low)
• Scene Mode(s) : Portrait, Landscape, Macro, Sports action, Sunset, Night portrait, Night View, Handheld Twilight
• White Balance Mode : Auto,Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Incandescent, Fluorescent, Flash, Setting the color temperature, Color Filter, Custom

Imaging Sensor

• Imaging Sensor : Exmor™ APS HD CMOS sensor (23.5 X 15.6mm)
• Processor : BIONZ™ image processor
• Anti Dust : Charge protection coating on Low-Pass Filter and electromagnetic vibration mechanism
• Pixel Gross : Approx. 24.7 megapixels
• Effective Picture Resolution : Approx. 24.3 megapixels
• Focal Length Conversion Factor : 1.5x
• Color Filter System : RGB primary color filters

Optics/Lens

• Lens Mount Type : Sony E-mount

Service and Warranty Information

• Limited Warranty Term : 1 Year Parts & Labor

Weights and Measurements

• Dimensions (Approx.) : Approx. 4-3/4 × 2-3/4 × 1-11/16" (119.9 x 66.9 x 42.8mm) (W/H/D) excluding protrusions
• Weight (Approx.) : Approx. 10.3 oz (291g) (excl battery & media)

Camera

• Lens Compatibility : Sony E-mount lens, (Sony A-mount lenses when used with LA-EA1 or LA-EA2 lens adaptor)
• Camera Type : Sony E-mount interchangeable lens digital camera

Flash

• Flash Compensation : ±3.0 EV (in 1/3 EV steps)
• Flash Coverage : FOV coverage up to 18 mm (in the focal length)
• Flash Metering System : Pre-flash TTL
• Flash Modes : Auto, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Hi-speed sync., Wireless (with external flash), Off
• Flash Type : Built-in, Pop-up Auto
• Guide Number : 6 (in meters at ISO100)
• Recycling Time : Approx. 4 sec.

Interface

• BRAVIA® Sync™ : Yes, via HDMI with compatible BRAVIA HDTV
• DVDirect : Yes, via USB
• HD Output : HDMI® (TypeC mini)
• Memory Card Slot : Dual compatibility slot: Memory Stick PRO Duo™/Pro-HG Duo™/PRO-HG HX Duo™ media - SD, SDHC and SDXC memory card
• PhotoTV HD : Yes, with BRAVIA Sync™ enabled HDTV and HDMI® cable
• USB Port(s) : USB2.0 Hi-speed (mass-storage, MTP)

Power

• Battery Type : InfoLITHIUM® NP-FW50 (7.2V)
• Number of Still Images : Approx. 430 images (CIPA standard)
• Power Consumption (in Operation) : Approx. 1.5W

Software

• Supplied Software : PMB (Picture Motion Browser) v5.2; Image Data Converter SR v3.2; Image Data Lightbox SR v2.2
• Operating System Compatibility : Windows XP SP3 (32-bit), Windows Vista SP2, Windows 7 SP1; Mac OS X (v10.3-ｖ10.6), PMB is not compatible with Mac OS. Camera (via USB), Image Data Converter, and Image Data Lightbox software are compatible with Mac OS.

Drive System

• Continuous Shooting Speed : Continuous (Variable) Speed Priority (up to 10fps)
• Drive Mode : Single-shot, Continuous, Speed Priority, Self-timer, Continuous Self-timer, Bracketing
• Self-timer : 2-sec. or 10-sec. delay, (single, continuous 3 or 5 frames)
• Shutter Speeds : 1/4000 to 30 seconds, bulb
• Shutter Type : Electronically-controlled, vertical-traverse, focal-plane shutter

Focus Control

• Focus System : Contrast AF
• Focus Points : 25 points
• AF Modes : Single-shot AF(AF-S), Continuous AF(AF-C) selectable, Direct Manual Focus (DMF), Manual Focus
• Focus Area : Multi Point AF (25 points), Center Weighted AF, Flexible Spot AF
• Focus Sensitivity : 0 EV to +20 EV (at ISO100 conversion with F2.8 lens)
• Manual Focus Assist : Yes MF assist(5.9x, 11.7x)
• Focus Features : Predictive Focus Control, Focus Lock
• AF Illuminator : Built-in LED, Range: approx. 18" - 9' (0.5m-3m)

LCD Display

• LCD Type : 3.0” TFT Xtra Fine™ LCD (921,600 pixels) w/TruBlack™ technology
• Angle Adjustment : Up: Approx. 90 degrees, Down: Approx. 45 degrees
• Brightness Control : Auto, Manual (5 steps between -2 to +2), Sunny Weather
• Coverage : 100%
• Live View : Yes, (Constant AF Live View)
• Real-time image adjustment display : Yes(On/Off)
• Histogram : Yes (On/off)
• Peaking : Yes (MF only, Level setting: High/Mid/Low/Off), (Color: White/Red/Yellow)
• Grid Display : Yes (On/off)
• Customization : Brightness: Auto, Manual, Sunny Weather; Display Color: Black, White, Blue, Pink

Recording

• Media Type : Memory Stick PRO Duo™/Pro-HG Duo™/PRO-HG HX Duo™ media SD, SDHC and SDXC memory card
• Color Space : sRGB, AdobeRGB
• Still Image Mode : JPEG (Standard, Fine), RAW, RAW+JPEG
• Still Image Size 16:9 : L size: 6000 x 3376 (20M)
  M size: 4240 x 2400 (10M)
  S size: 3008 x1688 (5.1M)
• Still Image Size 3:2 : L size: 6000 x 4000 (24M)
  M size: 4240 x 2832 (12M)
  S size: 3008 x 2000 (6M)
• Panorama Still Image Size : Horizontal Wide: 12,416 x 1,856 (23M)
  Horizontal Std.: 8,192 x 1,856 (15M)
  Vertical Wide: 2,160 x 5,536 (12M)
  Vertical Std.: 2,160 x 3,872 (8.4M)
  3D Sweep Panorama:
  Horizontal Wide: 7152 X 1080 (7.7M)
  Horizontal Std.: 4912 X 1080 (5.3M)
  16:9: 1920 X 1080 (2.1M)
• Video Format : AVCHD / MP4 (MPEG-4 AVC (H.264))
• Video Mode : AVCHD:PS - 1920 x 1080/60p@28Mbps
  FX - 1920 x 1080/60i@24Mbps
  FH - 1920 x 1080/60i@17Mbps
  FX - 1920 x 1080/24p@24Mbps
  FH - 1920 x 1080/24p@17Mbps
  
  MP4:
  HD - 1440 x 1080/ 30p@12Mbps
  VGA - 640 x 480/ 30p@3Mbps
• Video Signal : NTSC color, EIA standards
• Audio Format : Dolby Digital (AC-3) / MPEG-4 AAC-LC
• Microphone/Speaker : Built-in stereo microphone; Built-in, monaural speaker
• Still Image File Format : JPEG (DCF Ver. 2.0, Exif Ver.2.3, MPF Baseline compliant), RAW (Sony ARW 2.3format), 3D MPO (MPF Extended compliant)

Viewfinder

• Type : 0.50" XGA OLED EVF (Electronic viewfinder) (2,359k dots)
• Diopter Adjustment : -4.0m^-1 to +1.0m^-1
• Field of View : Approx. 100%
• Magnification : 1.09x (with 50mm lens at infinity, -1m^-1 )

Related Link and Information

Sony Sample Pictures (Source:Verge)