Archive for the ‘Rumors’ Category
Posted on September 2, 2008 - by Patrick
Sony A900 Digital SLR Camera Coming Soon
There’s no question that the Sony A900 (it of 24 megapixel on a full frame sensor fame) is coming very soon, but exactly how soon is yet to be determined. As we’ve pointed out before the expected announcement date is September 10. But we might get a peek a bit earlier, at least if what I’ve read at Photography Bay is to be believed. They point to this post that states that some dealers will be stocking the Sony A900 starting September 3. And if you’re still not convinced that yes, the A900 is really coming soon, major Sony authorized dealer Elvia Pro announced:
On 12, 13 and 14 9. 9th in our Sony Center, 19 Charles Square, Prague 2, You will have a unique opportunity to try and osahat the first specimen brand new professional DSLR-A900. In the premiere gain valuable on-the-spot every DAR! Start date sales are approaching, watch this page.
It is already possible for the A900 to make a binding order in any Sony Center Elvia
-Google Translation
I’d expect quite a few leaks and drips and image photos in the very near future.
Posted on September 1, 2008 - by Patrick
Source: Canon EOS 5D Replacement (Mark II) to Boast 21 Megapixels
File under “I hope this true, but remain quite skeptical” Category
DSLR Magazine has an article up about Canon’s intentions with the 5D replacement (referred to here and there as the Mark II). It goes into quite a bit of detail as to what and why Canon is doing with the Mark II and where Canon might be headed. To paraphrase, because of the advancements made with the new DIGIC IV processing (now seen in the 50D and soon to appear in the G10) Canon feels confortable moving to a 21 megapixel sensor. And judging by this article, new sensor technology and DIGIC IV will be the key to improved image quality, noise management, tonal range, and dynamic range in the Canon EOS 5D Mark II and future cameras.
First the good stuff (google translation):
One reason for this delay was the presentation of the Nikon D3, with its very high performance at high ISO. The information services could learn from Canon, Nikon’s planned presentation of a model that would compete directly with the future replacement for the EOS 5D, D700, and what is worse: that would incorporate the same sensor and processor and the Nikon D3 that its benefits in terms of image quality at high ISO, and in general, it would be superb. Nor lacks a system of prevention against dust, Live-View, etc.. But the key concern was the sensor …And Canon had hoped to have ready its latest advances in CMOS sensors, some of whom tried-with total discretion in CMOS-APS-C size incorporated into the 50D.
But the version of CMOS 24 x 36 mm incorporated into the EOS 5D Mark II will not be like the 15-megapixel APS-C of the 50D nor of 12.3 megapixels such as the D3 and D700, but 21 megapixels as DSLR Magazine have confirmed to all sources of solvency.
Yes: 21-megapixels, and may think the same thing we are thinking of us … that is where the 1Ds Mark III and where it’s located its possible replacement.-DSLR Magazine
Some tough reading I know, but here’s the how…
To contribute to this reduction has worked at various levels within each pixel. As you know, one of the advantages of CMOS sensors is that part of the accused is already in each pixel, before emptying each load, and this game gives you a lot about what can be done in a CCD. To begin with, what they have done engineers Canon is decreasing the distance between the pixel and its controller, in addition to doing “rush” to a lower voltage. This will improve the efficiency electric heating decreases and therefore noise. For the 21-megapixel sensor for the 5D Mark II envisages a step further gain sensitivity rather than noise on the 50D.
In addition, there is a very complicated technology partnership p í Xela, something that previously was not possible until the availability of DIGIC processor IV. The operation is to associate in pairs or 2.4 to 8 pixels (for now), to examine their loads, exploring the noise of each and make an averaged low, all this, of course, before creating the JPEG or offer RAW, so this is a mechanism for reducing noise that would allow some very good levels of balance signal to noise ratio even with sensors 24 x 36 mm and more than 40 megap í Xel resolution.
While we resolution, perhaps here come two of the most spectacular advances of new technologies for Canon CMOS rather than the 50D but especially of the future “5D Mark II”: the new coverage of microlenses and new low pass filter or even …its eventual elimination.
-DSLR Magazine
Interesting, exciting, true?
Link to translated article here…
Posted on August 30, 2008 - by Patrick
Canon EOS 5D Replacement Will Be At Photokina
Looks like I won’t be eating any hats…
While rumors continue to attach alleged specifications for the future replacement for the EOS 5D, Canon assumes that the expected handover will take place-finally-in this next edition of Photokina. This has been explained to QUESABEDE.COM representatives of the division of the German company said in a brief encounter during the IFA, which these days is celebrated in Berlin.
There’s a sense of anxiety in the Canon forums I read, that while clearly exaggerated by the very nature of forums, seems to center around the notion that Canon has simply been resting on its laurels. I don’t think most folks would disagree that the D3/D300/D700 combo has caught Canon a little off guard. Nikon’s focus on high ISO performance with excellent noise management has drawn photographers away from the megapixels war to a new war on “highest usable ISO” which will soon reach the same levels of silliness that the megapixel war previously did.
While it’s not totally clear yet, it appears that Canon might be back on track. The 50D boasts DIGIC IV processing that promises excellent noise management, and early image samples are very promising. That same DIGIC IV processing will now be placed into a camera body that Canon has had 3 years to develop. The odds seem good to me that Canon will have a semi-pro camera that at the minimum competes with the D700, but even more likely exceeds it. We’ll see at Photokina…
more here..
Posted on August 29, 2008 - by Patrick
Rumor:Canon EOS 5D Mark II Digital SLR Camera Specifications
What I keep reading:
- 21.1 MP 1.0x
- DIGIC IV
- ISO 100-6400 L:50 & H:12800
- 5 FPS
- 3.2″ High Resolution Screen (LCD)
- 19 point AF
- HDMI Out
- Liveview
- HD Movie Mode
- Viewfinder: 100% Coverage
- Full weather sealing
- EF Lenses only
So you’re saying the Canon is going to make the 5D replacement the super-duperest camera of them all and sell it for significantly less than 1D Mark III?
While I would love to be wrong… I think the previously rumored specs are going to be a lot closer, 16 megapixels, and no video recording, 3 inch high resolution LCD, etc…Canon needs a product to compete with the Nikon D700, not the Canon 1Ds Mark III.
Feedback?
Posted on August 28, 2008 - by Patrick
The Nikon D3z?
Posted on August 26, 2008 - by Patrick
Where’s That 5D Replacement?
This guy’s not saying for sure:
“On a direct question if Canon will go to Photokina without a successor to EOS 5D, product manager Roel Lammers says - “no comment”, but marketing manager Magnus Nilsson cryptically adds that another SLR will arrive this fall.”
-Google Translation
It’ll be at Photokina, or I’ll eat my metaphorical hat.
via the forums…
Posted on August 26, 2008 - by Patrick
(Updated) Canon G10 Announced: 14.7 megapixels,28-140mm, 5x zoom
I guess I don’t have to wait till photokina! via Popphoto.com
key upgrades and features of the G10 include:
–True 5x zoom wide angle lens (28-140mm equivalent.)
–Face Detection can recognize profiles.
–14.7 megapixel capture
–RAW format files editable in Canon Digital Photo Pro (instead of ZoomBrowser/Imagebrowser like the G9)
–ISO up to 1600 with binned pixels lo-rez 3200 scene setting
–ISO dial now wraps around mode dial. -Exposure Comp has own dial to left of the hotshoe (where the ISO dial was on the G9.)
Oddly, no one else has released this yet. It’s quite possible that Canon has jumped the gun on this announcement.
Posted on August 25, 2008 - by Patrick
The Potential of Micro Four Thirds
{ mini 4/3 }
Very Cool.
Pretty sure these are mock-ups of a potential product, not an actual production piece, but very nice indeed.
more after the jump
(more…)
Posted on August 24, 2008 - by Patrick
Canon 50D Website With Possible Image Samples
{ Canon 50D Site }
It’s not Canon’s actual site, but possible grab and mirror?
links:
http://www.canon.icp.dog-cr.jp/products/camera/eos/50d/sample.html
http://www.canon.icp.dog-cr.jp/products/camera/eos/50d/index.html
Those links to samples are working including ISO 1600.
Posted on August 24, 2008 - by Patrick
Canon 50D Digital SLR Camera Will Compete Directly Against the Nikon D300 on Aug. 26
{ Canon's 50D }
Just to update that previous post on the Canon 50D. I contacted the source mentioned, and while he can’t give specifics on the 50D, he does mention:
…the noise and image quality should be right in line with the D300 as this camera was intended specifically to compete with the D300. It will be announced on the 26th of this month.
It will be pretty exciting if the 50D does go toe to toe with the D300, especially in that ISO category (lots of folks worried about the 15 megapixels, but that does not mean poor ISO/noise management per se), but we’ll have to wait till Tuesday to find out (bound to be previews that day),
