Pantiles Cameras/Chas Norman Cameras- Camera Reviews and News: Rumoured: NEW Sony A99 mk II, RX100 MK IV, Sony RX...

Pantiles Cameras/Chas Norman Cameras- Camera Reviews and News: Rumoured: NEW Sony A99 mk II, RX100 MK IV, Sony RX...: According to International leaks, Sony are going to be announcing NEW models at the 'Sony World Photography Awards' at the end...

Rumoured: NEW Sony A99 mk II, RX100 MK IV, Sony RX2

According to International leaks, Sony are going to be announcing NEW models at the 'Sony World Photography Awards' at the end of April. Reportedly, amongst these is a NEW Sony A99 Mark II Full Frame DSLR with a 50 MegaPixel Sensor & 4K Video, a NEW high end compact in the Sony RX100 Mark IV & an RX2. Any NEW Mirror-less Compact System Cameras are being kept a close guarded secret, but maybe we can expect a few new models there too.

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Pantiles Cameras/Chas Norman Cameras- Camera Reviews and News: COMING SOON: OLYMPUS AIR A01

Pantiles Cameras/Chas Norman Cameras- Camera Reviews and News: COMING SOON: OLYMPUS AIR A01: Sony's innovative design of the Sony QX10, QX100 & QX1 were the first High Quality connection concept between a Digital Camera &amp...

COMING SOON: OLYMPUS AIR A01

Sony's innovative design of the Sony QX10, QX100 & QX1 were the first High Quality connection concept between a Digital Camera & a Smartphone & keeping them as two separate entities. As more & more people are using their Smartphones to record their Family Events, Holidays etc.. The Sony QX Series seemed the best option for taking Higher Quality images & opening up new levels of Versatility for Smartphone users. Well now, there is a new one coming very soon from Olympus- The Olympus AIR A01. 

It looks very impressive, take a look..

Info from Olympus:

Main Features Details

1. Eight unique apps that expand the enjoyment of shooting

There are 8 different smartphone apps that can be selected according to how you want to shoot. With these, the interchangeable lens camera quality photos can be captured using simple smartphone controls. By spurring the creation of a variety of new apps in the future through the OPC^*3 Hack & Make Project as mentioned above, the world of OLYMPUS AIR will expand even more.

1) OA.Genius captures 6 different patterns of photos in a single shot

This app applies the optimal framing, color, brightness, effect, and combination for a subject automatically, and generates 6 patterns of photos with a single shot. If you add a shot to favorites from the 6 generated photos, you can shoot at the same settings the next time you launch OA.Genius.

2) OA.ArtFilter creates impressive photos

This app lets you use the popular Art Filter function available on Olympus digital cameras. 

You can combine 14 Art Filter options and 9 Art Effects.

3) OA.ColorCreator produces new expressions with color brightness changes

This app gives you the freedom of fine-tuned control over color, saturation, and brightness. 

Color productions that are difficult to imagine are easy to control as you like using the Color Ring and Tone Curve interface.

4) OA.PhotoStory captures everyday scenes from multiple viewpoints

This app lets you use the popular Photo Story function available on Olympus digital cameras. Photo Story creates opportunities for new expressions, with the ability to combine multiple viewpoints to a single scene. 

Everyday scenes and memorable scenes can be recorded in various ways.

5) OA.ModeDial brings out the value of an interchangeable lens with interchangeable lens camera controls

This app provides the entire control scheme of an interchangeable lens camera on a smartphone. With this app you can freely adjust the shutter speed and aperture for a wide range of photographic expressions. You can also attach the OLYMPUS AIR to a tripod and use the smartphone as a remote controller for operating the camera from a distance.

6) OA.Clips to enjoy shooting and editing short movies

This app lets you make short movie clips using intuitive smartphone controls. 

Multiple short movies can be linked, and effects and background music can be added to create a single movie.

7) OA.Viewer to view and edit recorded images on a smartphone

This app lets you view and edit images saved to the micro SD card on a smartphone. 

In addition to editing functions such as changing the aspect ratio and trimming, you can add background music saved on the smartphone to slideshows.

8) OA.Central as the base app for using the OLYMPUS AIR

This is the base app for connecting the OYMPUS AIR to a smartphone. 

In addition to supporting connection preparations, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi settings, it guides you to the app store to download apps 1 to 7 above.

2. Interchangeable lens camera image quality of the Micro Four Thirds standard, and the wide-angle, telephoto, and macro shooting with interchangeable lenses

A camera's image quality is determined by three components: the lens, image sensor, and image processor. By using a Micro Four Thirds mount on the OLYMPUS AIR, the high-performance M.Zuiko digital lens lineup developed for the OM-D and PEN Compact System Cameras can be used to its full extent with this camera. This camera is also equipped with the same 16 megapixel Live MOS image sensor and TruePicVII image processor as the latest OM-D and PEN models. The image sensor provides rich gradation reproduction and excellent high-sensitivity shooting performance even in low-light scenes, and the image processor maximizes the imaging performance of the lens. These elements combine to provide SLR top-class image quality in any situation. This model also employs the FAST AF system for high-speed, high-precision autofocusing. Simply touch the location on the smartphone screen that you want to focus on for instantaneous focusing and shutter activation that removes all the stress from camera controls.

3. Body weight of 147g^*2. The combination with a smartphone provides a high degree of flexibility in shooting styles

This compact, lightweight body can be taken anywhere, and the symmetrical design makes it easy to shoot with either the right or left hand. The design gives you complete freedom of shooting angles, from normal smartphone shooting, to high and low angles, selfies, night scene shooting, remote shooting, and shots that were difficult on conventional cameras. A tablet can be used for precise framing and exposure control during macro shooting that can be difficult with the viewfinder or rear monitor of the camera. These various features make the OLYMPUS AIR a new style of camera that is fun to take along with and to shoot with.

4. Easy initial settings with the guide function. High-speed start-up is possible by just launching an app for shooting.

The OLYMPUS AIR and smartphone, which is used as a controller, communicate via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. Annoying initial settings are accomplished in 4 easy steps by following the guide, and complicated Wi-Fi authentication is as simple as scanning the QR code on the rear of the camera body for easy connection. Once the initial settings are adjusted, simply launch an app to automatically turn the OLYMPUS AIR on and quickly enter shooting mode. OA.Central establishes a connection with all apps using the app link function so you don't have to worry about difficult connection settings. Even with the camera in your bag, you can launch the OA.Viewer app on your smartphone to view and edit photos.

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Like Rangefinder Cameras??? Looks like there's a NEW Company in-town...Konost

Just came across this article about a NEW camera company called Konost, who according to them are developing 'The Worlds First True Digital Rangefinder' cameras. Not quite sure how they can make that claim as some of the Fujifilm X-series models have split-image focus through their digital viewfinder, but nonetheless I was drawn to article by how ABSOLUTELY STUNNING the prototype camera looks & always room for more in the growing market place for this style of camera. 

Pictured: Konost FF

According to Konost, they plan to develop 3 sensor type models. A 20MP Full Frame sensor Model (due 2016), a 12MP APS-C CMOS sensor Model (due 2016) & a 10.8MP 1-inch CMOS sensor Model (due late 2015). The 1-inch sensor model is projected to have a Fixed 35mm f/2 Lens like that of the dominating Fujifilm X100 series & I question slightly how it will compete or compare against the Fuji. The Konost Junior has got to be cheap as surely the Image Quality from Fujifilm X100T APS-C X-Trans Sensor with no optical pass filter puts the Fuji as a step-up. To be honest, I am more excited about the FF & AP Models & I especially like the fact they will come with a Leica M-Mount- that must be a recipe for success.

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Pantiles Cameras/Chas Norman Cameras- Camera Reviews and News: Rumour: NEW Cameras Coming From Sony & Nikon

Pantiles Cameras/Chas Norman Cameras- Camera Reviews and News: Rumour: NEW Cameras Coming From Sony & Nikon: After some internet leaks there are rumours of a soon to be announced successor to the incredibly popular Sony NEX-7, it will most likely b...

Rumour: NEW Cameras Coming From Sony & Nikon

After some internet leaks there are rumours of a soon to be announced successor to the incredibly popular Sony NEX-7, it will most likely be called the Sony A7000- so we will call it that for now. It will sit above the Sony A6000 in Sony's Compact System Camera line-up. Interestingly, it's been rumoured to have an in-camera Sensor Shift image stabilization, which was first introduced with Sony's A7 Mark II & this camera has proven to be very popular. It is entirely clear whether the Sony A7000 will feature a 3-Axis or 5-Axis Stabilizer, but either has huge benefits for photographers using Fixed Focal Length lenses or the growing trend in using older vintage lenses/other manufacturers lenses with adapters. It is also likely that it will have a New & Improved APS-C CMOS sensor with the latest BIONZ processing, which we hope will greatly improve camera Performance, Speed & Noise Reduction. Other improvements over the Sony A6000 will see it have a 4K Video, Higher Resolution OLED Electronic Viewfinder, Touch-screen & improved Battery Life. Our guess is it will look alot like the Sony NEX-7, but a little smaller - Definitely watch this space....

Pictured: Sony NEX-7

Now to Nikon....

From a leaked document there are supposedly rumours of a few new models that Nikon will be announcing in March 2015. The exciting 1 for us is the talk of a Nikon D7200. There is only basic speculation to its specifications, but to improve on Nikon's current D7100 would make it 1 hell of a camera in APS-C Sensor range. Basic improvements suggest same Tiltable LCD Screen as the Nikon D750, New Sensor & Processor, Built-in WiFi & 4K Video? 

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