Digital Camera News, Reviews and Tips
Yesterday, I asked you what you want in your next camera. Lots of great responses and interesting ideas. Some of it is feasible for sure in the next generation. Some, not so much.
One thing that I think is coming very soon is 120fps in HD for DSLRs and mirrorless cameras. The question is: Who does it first? [Read more…]
Sony Hong Kong has sent out press invites for a “stunning” event that takes place on October 16. At this event we’re expecting to see the unveiling of the Sony NEX-A7 and NEX-A7r cameras, along with several lenses and accessories. See the full list below. [Read more…]
We’re expecting to see the new, full frame Sony NEX mirrorless cameras next week. And it looks like we have our first leak of the cameras – albeit as a tiny portion of the overall display for the unveiling. [Read more…]
We’ve seen a lot of different uses for Content-Aware Fill since it was initially introduced as a feature of Photoshop. There have been plenty of failures and successes for the feature. All that I have seen have been in still images.
The above video, however, puts Content-Aware Fill to the test on moving images for an interesting (if, less than perfect) take on the feature.
After watching the video for a few seconds though, I started thinking about the information that is available frame to frame and how Content-Aware Fill could leverage this additional info for application in video. It is already possible to automate this process in Photoshop for a static scene with Image Stacks – like so.
So where is our Content-Aware Fill for video Adobe? Use those other frames to make this work.
[via John Nack]
We’ve seen some very cool cameras recently and we’ve also seen some very mild upgrades (e.g., Nikon D610 and Canon Rebel T5i) from camera manufacturers. It seems there’s always something that’s missing for certain folks on the latest camera that comes out. How would you build a better one? Which camera manufacturers are coming the closest to building it right?
Whether it is a DSLR, mirrorless or compact camera, use the comment section below as an open mic for what you want in your next camera.
SLR Magic has announced a new HyperPrime CINE 12mm T1.6 lens for Micro Four Thirds cameras. It is a mechanical upgrade over the original 12mm T1.6 CINE lens redesigned to better suit cinema needs with gearing on the aperture and focus rings; however, the optical design remains the same. [Read more…]
New rumors of the Canon 7D Mark II suggest that an announcement should/could arrive in the second quarter of 2014. Additionally, the 7D Mark II is rumored to be more video oriented than typically seen in Canon HDSLRs and that the camera would retail well above the Canon 70D.
These new rumors are consistent with what we’ve heard for months regarding release dates and specs for the upcoming 7D Mark II. See the below list of previously rumored specs. [Read more…]
Canon has issued a service notice for the common LP-E6 battery used in several Canon DSLRs, including the 5D Mark III, 6D, 7D, 70D and others.
The notice affects those who experience a rapid blinking light on the charger when the battery is inserted, which indicates a “communication error” according to Canon’s service notice. When this happens, the battery will not charge.
See the full service notice below for details on the issue. [Read more…]
Leica teamed with Jony Ive and Marc Newson to create a unique, full frame Leica rangefinder that will because auctioned in the (RED) Auction at Sotheby’s New York next month.
Leica described the process of creating this one-of-a-kind camera: [Read more…]
Alongside the new Pentax K-3, Ricoh also announced the new Pentax HD DA 55-300mm f/4-5.8 ED WR lens. The new telephoto zoom features Pentax’s multi-layer High Definition (HD) coating and a weather sealed construction.
The Pentax HD DA 55-300mm f/4-5.8 ED WR lens should be available in November for $449.95. Check it out here at B&H Photo. [Read more…]