Photo - News: The Hottest Rumors and Updates
Table of Contents
- Sony: New Lenses and Firmware Update
- Canon: EOS R7 Mark II – The New APS-C Flagship?
- Nikon: Free Wildlife Photography Workshop
- OM System: Camera Launch on February 6
- FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions
Sony: New Lenses and Firmware Update
Two New Lenses in February?
According to recent rumors, Sony is planning to launch two new lenses:
- Sony 16mm f/1.8 G – A highly compact and fast wide-angle prime lens.
- Sony 400-800mm f/6.3-8.0 G – A super-telephoto lens designed similarly to the 200-600mm but expected to be lighter and more compact.
Wildlife photographers will likely be most interested in the 400-800mm. If it maintains f/6.3 at 600mm and delivers image quality comparable to the 200-600mm, it could serve as a potential replacement. However, there is no official confirmation yet. (As of January 29, 2025)
Sony A1 Firmware Update 3.0
The new firmware doesn’t bring autofocus improvements—something many had stopped expecting—but introduces an interesting feature: “Camera Authenticity Solution.” This allows the camera to digitally sign images to verify their authenticity.
More details can be found here: Sony A1 Firmware Update
Canon: EOS R7 Mark II – APS-C Flagship or Just a Rumor?
The Canon EOS R7 Mark II could mark a significant advancement in Canon’s APS-C lineup—if the rumors that have been circulating since early 2024 prove to be true. Speculation has intensified in recent weeks.
Expected Highlights:
- APS-C stacked sensor with 24 or 32.5 megapixels (depending on the source).
- 4K video at 120 fps.
- Improved autofocus, possibly incorporating technology from the R3.
A stacked sensor would be a major leap forward, appealing to wildlife and sports photographers. However, if Canon includes this technology, a significant price increase is expected.
So far, there is no official announcement.
Nikon: Free Wildlife Photography Workshop
Nikon is offering a free online seminar on wildlife photography for users of its Z-series cameras.
Workshop Topics:
- Tips on the best equipment.
- Techniques for better wildlife photography.
- Optimal camera settings.
Watch the full video here:
👉 Workshop Link
OM System: Camera Launch on February 6
OM System has officially confirmed that a new camera will be announced on February 6, 2025.
What We Know So Far:
- A 15-second teaser video has been released.
- 43rumors has leaked the first images of the camera.
Check out the leaked images and details here:
Leaked Info on 43rumors
It remains unclear whether this new model will cater to wildlife photographers. Some speculate it might be a retro-style camera designed to compete with Fujifilm.
