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Nikon Announces NIKKOR Z DX 24mm (36mm Equiv.) F1.7 Fast Prime Lens for Z Series APS-C Mirrorless Cameras

2023-05-31

Today, Nikon announced the release of the NIKKOR Z DX 24mm (36mm equiv.) f/1.7, a fast aperture yet extremely affordable compact prime lens for Nikon Z mount APS-C size/DX-format mirrorless cameras. It is good news that Nikon continues to support its APS-C mirrorless cameras with lenses dedicated for that sensor size.

The new NIKKOR Z DX 24mm f/1.7 lens will be available in mid-June 2023 for CAD $379.95 (MSRP) or US $279.95 (SRP).

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Nikon Releases the NIKKOR Z DX 24mm f/1.7, a Fast Prime Lens for Nikon Z Series Creators

Newest NIKKOR Z Lens Makes it Simple to Get Blurred Backgrounds in Photo & Videos

MISSISSAUGA, ON – May 31, 2023 – Nikon Canada Inc. has announced the release of the NIKKOR Z DX 24mm f/1.7, a fast aperture yet extremely affordable compact prime lens for Nikon Z mount APS-C size/DX-format mirrorless cameras. The NIKKOR Z DX 24mm f/1.7 is the first prime APS-C size NIKKOR Z lens, and gives a wide range of creators the benefits of a versatile angle of view and fast f/1.7 aperture for blurred backgrounds and amazing low light performance.

NIKKOR Z DX 24mm f/1.7

The quality of the out-of-focus area, also known as the bokeh, is unique to fast maximum apertures and allows users to dramatically emphasize their subjects in still-life and portrait photography. The new 24mm f/1.7 also enables the capture of beautiful, high-resolution photos and video in dimly lit conditions, by allowing more light to enter the lens. In addition, images recorded under such circumstances exhibit very little blur, even while shooting handheld due to the fast shutter speed afforded with wider apertures. The 24mm focal length is ideal for a wide variety of scenes, including tabletop photos, portraits, and landscapes. What’s more, the 7-inch (0.18m) minimum focus distance allows users to get close to subjects such as flowers and tabletop objects, for images that emphasize the subject with big background bokeh. The compact and lightweight design enables easy carrying, making it an ideal lens for everyday use.
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Cameras • Leica • Press Releases

Leica Q3 Features 60MP Full-Frame Resolution, 28MM F1.7 Fixed Lens, 8K/30P Video, Phase Detection AF, Tilting LCD, Perspective Control & Optional Wireless Charging Grip

2023-05-25

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If you love the Leica Q2 (and so many of you do), then you will love the Leica Q3 even more. You get 60MP resolution, 8K/30P video, Phase Detection AF, a tilting LCD, Perspective Control and, for those who love wireless charging (who doesn’t), an optional handgrip provides that capability.

PRESS RELEASE

Leica Reimagines Photography with The Game-Changing ‘Leica Q3’

TEANECK, N.J., May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Leica, the global titan of camera manufacturing, taps into its 100-year legacy of engineering mastery to unveil the Leica Q3. The Leica Q3 is a ground-breaking compact, full-frame camera that merges high-level connectivity and superior imaging performance without sacrificing elegance and style.

Leica Q3

THE NEW LEICA Q3: A SYMPHONY OF TECHNOLOGY AND AESTHETICS

The Leica Q3 is more than just a camera. It’s a compact, high-performance tool that embodies the perfect blend of timeless aesthetics and state-of-the-art technology, ready to fit seamlessly into your everyday life. A camera designed to capture the world as you see it, the Leica Q3 is your partner in creativity. With its powerful photo and video features, the Leica Q3 is your ally in producing high-quality content for social media, allowing you to share your unique perspective with the world. It combines style, advanced technology, and a zest for capturing life as it happens, making it as unique as its users. Starting today, the Leica Q3 is available globally at all Leica Stores, the Leica Online Store, and authorized dealers for US $5,995.

Leica Q3 Top View

Leica Q3 Back View

UNRIVALED TECHNOLOGY FOR UNPARALLELED PERFORMANCE

At the core of the Leica Q3 is the revolutionary BSI-CMOS sensor with Triple-Resolution-Technology, providing a stunning resolution of up to 60 MP. The fast Leica Summilux 28mm f/1.7 ASPH lens, a marvel of optical engineering, allows for detailed close-ups from a minimum focusing distance of 6.69 inches. With its new tiltable 3-inch high-resolution touchscreen, the Leica Q3 provides unique viewing angles and enhanced creative opportunities. Despite its flexible display, the Leica Q3 ensures protection against dust and splash water with its IP52 certification. The Leica Q3 is a content creator’s dream, offering 8K video recording and efficient codecs like H.265 and Apple’s ProRes. External devices such as gimbals, power banks, and display recorders can be directly connected via USB-C and HDMI. Embracing the digital age, the Leica Q3 is “Made for iPhone® and iPad®” certified, offering seamless integration with the Apple ecosystem. Charging can now be entirely wireless with the new Leica Charging Pad and separate camera handgrip.

Leica Q3 Side View

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Cameras • Fujifilm • Press Releases

Fujifilm X-S20 Vlog Camera Features 6.2K/30P Video, Headphone Jack, Auto Subject Detection, Vlog Mode and Live Streaming

2023-05-24

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FUJIFILM has announced the X-S20 mirrorless digital camera. The X-S20 is lightweight and compact, and now features AI-based subject-detection autofocus, 6.2K/30P video, and live streaming at 4K/60P video natively through USB-C.

Also announced is the ultra-wide angle FUJINON XF8mmF3.5 R WR Lens (XF8mmF3.5), ideal for photographers and content creators.

The new “FUJIFILM XApp” Smartphone App (XApp) is designed for use with Fujifilm’s applicable GFX System and X Series digital cameras. The App will be a free App download.

The FUJIFILM X-S20 will be available on or around June 29th, 2023. The X-S20 Mirrorless is MSRP $1,299.95 USD / $1,749.99 CAD camera body only, $1,399.95 USD / $1,899.99 CAD with the FUJINON XC15-45mmF3.5-5.6 OIS PZ Lens Kit, and $1,699.95 / $2,299.99 CAD with the FUJINON XF18-55mmF2.8-4 R LM OIS Lens Kit.

PRESS RELEASE

Fujifilm Launches FUJIFILM X-S20 Mirrorless Digital Camera

High-Capacity Battery, High-Performance Autofocus, and Advanced Video-Recording Functions, a Powerful Story-Creation Tool Designed for the Active Content Creator

Mississauga, ON, May 24, 2023 – FUJIFILM North America Corporation announced today the launch of its FUJIFILM X-S20 mirrorless digital camera (X-S20). With a lightweight, compact form factor reminiscent of its predecessor, the FUJIFILM X-S10, X-S20 brings new features including AI-based subject-detection autofocus (AF), the capability to record 6.2K/30P video, and stream 4K/60P video natively through USB-C.

Fujifilm X-S20

“X-S20 is truly a dream camera for any content creator looking to take their photos and videos creation to the next level, but especially for the ones that are documenting their lives, traveling the world, or streaming their stories online,” said Lisa Baxt, marketing director, Electronic Imaging Division, FUJIFILM North America Corporation. “It offers premium image quality and advanced portability, catering to a variety of image creation styles ranging from casual self-portraits to full-fledged photography and videography. With content creators turning to digital cameras more than ever before, we are confident that X-S20 will be well received by users pushing long-form content to platforms, like Twitch, especially since no fees are required to unlock the feature.”
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Cameras • Fujifilm • Press Releases

Le Fujifilm X-S20 : vidéo 6.2K/30P, prise casque, détection automatique du sujet, mode Vlog et diffusion en continu

2023-05-24

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FUJIFILM a annoncé l’appareil photo numérique sans miroir X-S20. Le X-S20 est léger et compact, et dispose désormais d’une mise au point automatique à détection de sujet basée sur l’intelligence artificielle (IA), d’enregistrement de vidéo 6,2K/30P et de diffusion en continu 4K/60P via USB-C.

L’objectif ultra grand angle FUJINON XF8mmF3.5 R WR (XF8mmF3.5), idéal pour les photographes et les créateurs de contenu, est également annoncé.

La nouvelle application pour smartphone « FUJIFILM XApp » (XApp) est conçue pour être utilisée avec le système GFX et les appareils photo numériques de la série X applicables de Fujifilm. L’application sera un téléchargement gratuit de l’application.

Le FUJIFILM X-S20 sera disponible vers le 29 juin 2023. Le boîtier numérique sans miroir FUJIFILM X-S20 (noir) sera offert aux prix au détail suggérés par le fabricant de 1749,99 $CA et de 1299,95 $US respectivement. L’ensemble (noir) incluant le boîtier numérique sans miroir FUJIFILM X-S20 et l’objectif FUJINON XC15-45mmF3.5-5.6 OIS PZ sera offert au Canada et aux États-Unis aux PDSF de 1899,99 $CA et de 1399,95 $US respectivement. L’ensemble (noir) incluant le boîtier numérique sans miroir FUJIFILM X-S20 et l’objectif FUJINON XF18-55mmF2.8-4 R LM OIS sera offert au Canada et aux États-Unis aux PDSF de 2299,99 $CA et de 1699,95 $US respectivement.

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Fujifilm lance l’appareil numérique sans miroir FUJIFILM X-S20

Intégrant une batterie à haute capacité, un système de mise au point automatique à haute performance et des fonctions vidéo évoluées, cet appareil est un outil puissant conçu pour les créateurs de contenu actifs

Mississauga, ON, le 24 mai 2023 – FUJIFILM North America Corporation a annoncé aujourd’hui le prochain lancement de son appareil numérique sans miroir FUJIFILM X-S20. Présentant un facteur de forme léger et compact rappelant celui de son prédécesseur, le modèle FUJIFILM X-S10, le X-S20 intègre de nouvelles fonctions incluant mise au point automatique (AF) à détection du sujet basée sur l’intelligence artificielle (IA), enregistrement vidéo 6,2K/30P et capacité de diffusion en continu 4K/60P via USB-C.

Fujifilm X-S20

«Le X-S20 est vraiment un appareil de rêve pour tout créateur de contenu voulant élever ses processus de création photo et vidéo à un nouveau niveau, et particulièrement pour les créateurs qui documentent leur vie, voyagent à travers le monde et diffusent leurs histoires en continu en ligne», déclare Lisa Baxt, directrice du marketing de la division de l’imagerie électronique de FUJIFILM North America Corporation. «Cet appareil offre une qualité d’image supérieure et une portabilité évoluée, s’adaptant à une variété de styles créatifs allant des simples autoportraits à des applications photographiques ou vidéographiques plus sophistiquées. Étant donné que les créateurs de contenu se tournent plus que jamais vers les appareils numériques, nous sommes confiants que le X-S20 sera bien reçu par les utilisateurs qui transfèrent leur contenu de longue durée vers des plates-formes telles que Twitch, surtout qu’aucuns frais ne sont requis pour activer cette fonctionnalité.»
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Fujifilm • Lenses • Press Releases

Fujifilm FUJINON XF8mmF3.5 R WR for Content Creators

2023-05-24

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PRESS RELEASE

Fujifilm Launches FUJINON XF8mmF3.5 R WR Lens

Ultra-Wide Angle Prime Lens Offers Widest Focal Length in X Series Lineup

Mississauga, ON, May 24, 2023 — FUJIFILM North America Corporation today announced the launch of its FUJINON XF8mmF3.5 R WR Lens (XF8mmF3.5). This lens, designed for photographers and content creators seeking an ultra-wide angle (UWA) solution, joins the XF lineup of interchangeable lenses for Fujifilm’s X Series of lightweight, compact mirrorless digital cameras.

Fujifilm FUJINON XF8mmF3.5 R WR

“XF8mmF3.5 is an incredibly compact, wide-angle lens that will help image makers unlock another way of creatively seeing the world,” said Lisa Baxt, marketing director, Electronic Imaging Division, FUJIFILM North America Corporation. “Its impressive wide angle of view and compact design makes it small enough to be an everyday carry item, which is critical for photographers with specialties including landscape, architecture, or real estate. We’re excited to see this lens become a must-have for everyone in the X Series family.”
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