แคนนอนเปิดตัว EOS-1D C และ C500 กล้อง 4K ถ่ายทำภาพยนต์, สองเลนส์ใหม่สำหรับ NAB

ในการเปิดตัวล่าสุดน่าสนใจเป็นอย่างมากเพราะ Canon ได้เปิดตัว  C300 ที่ Hollywood  และได้ประกาศอย่างเงียบ ๆ ว่า กล้อง 2 รุ่นต่อไปนี้จะขึ้นแท่นเป็นตัวเอกของ บริษัท จากที่เคยโดดเดี่ยวในอดีต คุณจะได้สัมผัสกล้อง  EOS-1D C หลังจากที่ C300 เปิดตัว แต่ตอนนี้มีเพียงตัวทดสอบที่ทำขึ้นให้ได้ใกล้เคียงกับตัวจริงที่จะออกในอีกหกเดือนข้างหน้า และความจริงอาจจะจัดส่งวันหนึ่งวันใดในปีนี้  แต่เป็นที่ C500 - รุ่นที่สูงขึ้นจากสิ้น C300 ที่เพิ่มโหมดการถ่ายภาพหลาย ๆ พอร์ต 3G-SDIแฝดและขนาดใหญ่ด้ามจับแบบถาวร กล้องแต่ละคนจะจับภาพวิดีโอ 4K แต่ในวิธีการอื่น ๆ อย่างมาก

แคนนอน เลือกสรรคัดพิเศษ ที่ลาสเวกัส, ผลิตภัณฑ์ใหม่ Cinema EOS กลับมาที่แนว NAB?

แคนนอนไซเบอร์ DSLR ใหม่ 'EOS  วีดีโอ, 4K 35mmเซ็นเซอร์ Full เฟรม ในการสร้างภาพยนตร์ Canon C300 กล้องสำหรับถือ C 1 ราคา $ 15.000,  ตัวเลือกการถ่ายภาพยังคงน้อยของX EOS-1D, ขนาด 4096 x 2160 8 บิต 04:02:02 วิดีโอไปยังการ์ด CF ที่ย 24 เฟรมต่อวินาที ไม่ชอบ X แต่ swaps C ช่องเสียบหูฟังสำหรับแล็ปท็อปซ็อกเก็ตของ X ที่มักจะใช้สำหรับ hooking  สิ้นเปลืองไฟสูงกว่า C500 ต้องการบันทึกในหน่วยความจำภายนอก แต่มี 2 แบบ ทั้งแบบ RAW ตัวเลือกการแสดงผล: 4096 x 2960 ซึ่งจะสูงขึ้นพอดีกับการถ่ายภาพยนตร์และ 3840 x 2160 สำหรับ TV4K แต่ละโหมดผู้จัดหา 10-bit 04:04:04 ที่ 60 เฟรมต่อวินาที มีเพิ่มเป็นทางเลือกที่ ครึ่งนึงบของ RAW File ที่ 4096 x 1080 หรือ 3840 x 1080 มติเพิ่ม 10-bit 04:04:04 อย่างไรก็ตามที่ 120 fps C500 ยังมีช่อง CF คู่ แต่เห็นว่าทางเลือกในการบันทึกเป็นเพียงในตลาดสำหรับ 1080p (ซึ่งอาจจะถูกจับไปพร้อม CF) กล้องแต่ละสนับสนุนแกมมาเข้าสู่ระบบของแคนนอน, empowering coloristsการแก้ไขสีในการผลิตการโพสต์ที่มีจำนวนมากเก่งกาจโดยข้อมูลเพิ่มเติมได้จับและแบบไดนามิกที่ดีขึ้นแตกต่างกันไป

In a departure from its last introduction as dramatic because the C300's Hollywood launch itself, Canon has quietly announced 2 further cameras to take a seat alongside the company's former lone flagship. you will have caught a glimpse of the EOS-1D C at the C300 launch, however what six months ago was a mere mock-up has truly become a reality, probably to ship someday this year. a lot of out of left field, however, is that the C500 -- a higher-end version of the C300 that adds many shooting modes, twin 3G-SDI ports and a bigger, permanent grip. each cameras will capture 4K video, however in substantially other ways.

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The $15,000 1D C, that has an equivalent chassis and still shooting options of its less-abled cousin, the EOS-1D X, pipes 4096 x 2160 8-bit 4:2:2 video to a CF card at twenty four fps. not like the X, however, the C swaps a headphone jack for the X's laptop socket, that is typically used for hooking up strobes. The higher-end C500 needs a passionate external recorder, however offers 2 full-RAW output options: 4096 x 2960, which will be higher fitted to film capture, and 3840 x 2160 for 4K TV. each of those modes supply 10-bit 4:4:4 at sixty frames-per-second. there is additionally a half-RAW choice, at 4096 x 1080 or 3840 x 1080 resolutions, additionally 10-bit 4:4:4, however at one hundred twenty fps. The C500 additionally includes twin CF slots, however that recording choice is simply on the market for 1080p (which may be captured to CF concurrently). each cameras support Canon Log Gamma, empowering colorists to correct color in post production with a lot of versatility by capturing further info and a better dynamic vary.

While the 1D C offers the same still capabilities as the 1D X, including the new focus system and sensitivity through ISO 204,800, the camera can only jump up to ISO 25,600 in video mode. Likewise, the C500 offers the same ISO range as the C300 -- ISO 320-20,000. Not planning to exclusively capture 4k footage? The cameras are also fully equipped for shooting 1080p. The C500 offers both 2048 x 1080 and 1920 x 1080 with either 12-bit or 10-bit 4:4:4 60p compressed RAW. There's also an option to jump up to 120 frames-per-second, with 12-bit or 10-bit 4:2:2 YCC output. With the 1D C, you can shoot standard-format 1080p video at an uncompressed setting with 8-bit 4:2:2 Clean HD via HDMI, or you can send 4:2:0 1080p clips to the CF card -- both at up to 60 fps.

Two new lenses will soon join the Cinema EOS family as well. A 15.5-47mm T/2.8 and 30-105mm T/2.8 have hit the development phase, so there's no availability to share at this point, though we do know that both optics will be significantly lighter than the pair announced at last year's NAB, and ship in EF or PL mounts (the latter of which can be used with any PL-mount camera). It's important to note that while the EF-mount versions will fit the 1D C, they can't be used for shooting stills, mainly due to vignetting. You'll also need to switch the 1D into Super 35 crop mode when shooting 4K, to avoid the same effect. Naturally, the lenses will function normally in all modes with the C300 and C500.

Both the C500 and 1D C are set to ship by the end of 2012, though we're told to expect the latter camera first, since the C500 is still under development. Unfortunately we don't have pricing for the C500 or lenses just yet, though we're told that the camera will be significantly costlier than the $16,000 C300 -- both use identical sensors, but the 4K model requires additional components -- Canon has confirmed 1D C pricing at a whopping $15,000, compared to $6,800 for 1D X. More information may be forthcoming at NAB, so stay turned for updates from Las Vegas next week.

CANON U.S.A. INTRODUCES EOS-1D C DIGITAL SLR CAMERA FEATURING 4K HIGH-RESOLUTION VIDEO CAPTURE

Newest Addition to the Canon Cinema EOS Product Line Combines the Convenient Form Factor of a Digital SLR Camera with Full HD and 4K Video Recording up to 4096 x 2160-Pixel Resolution

LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., April 12, 2012 – Continually advancing the frontiers of digital high-resolution motion-image capture for film, television, and other industries, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today announced the EOS-1D C digital single-lens reflex (SLR) camera.* Delivering outstanding video performance, the compact, lightweight EOS-1D C provides video recording at 4K (4096 x 2160-pixel) or Full HD (1920 x 1080-pixel) resolution to support high-end motion picture, television production and other advanced imaging applications.

Equipped with an 18.1-megapixel full-frame 24mm x 36mm Canon CMOS sensor, the camera records 8-bit 4:2:2 Motion JPEG 4K video to the camera's CF memory card at 24 frames-per-second (fps) or Full HD 1920 x 1080 video at selectable frame rates from 24p to 60p, making it possible for next-generation visual expression with even higher image-quality and resolution performance.

"The Canon EOS-1D C digital SLR camera was designed in response to the needs of filmmakers, television producers, and other high-level motion-imaging professionals," stated Yuichi Ishizuka, executive vice president and general manager, Imaging Technologies & Communications Group, Canon U.S.A. "Not only does it combine 4K and Full HD video capture with a convenient design, its use of dual CF cards also offers an efficient workflow compatible with today's post-production requirements."

Creative Control
The Canon EOS-1D C digital SLR camera incorporates Canon Log Gamma to enable the recording of high-quality video with rich gradation expression, making possible the type of impressive image quality required in motion pictures by maximizing both highlight and shadow detail retention while also providing a high level of color-grading freedom. The EOS-1D C's full-frame 24 x 36mm 18.1-megapixel Canon CMOS sensor makes possible a wide range of creative imaging expression, such as image-blur effects. Additional features include an expanded sensitivity range of up to ISO 25600 for exceptional motion-imaging results with reduced noise even in low-light settings. The camera's ability to record 8-bit 4:2:2 4K and 8-bit 4:2:0 Full HD video to CF cards eliminates the need for an external recorder and enables workflows with increased mobility. If desired, however, captured video (excluding 4K video) can be output from the camera's HDMI terminal to an external recorder using an uncompressed YCbCr 8-bit 4:2:2 signal.

4K video is captured by an approximately APS-H-sized portion of the full image sensor, while Full HD video can be captured in the user's choice of two different imaging formats:

The standard Full HD setting captures the full 36mm width of the CMOS sensor to achieve the largest possible angle of view for any compatible lens.

An optional Super 35 crop setting enables cinematographers to match the industry-standard imaging format and angle of view achieved by traditional motion picture cameras. This enables video footage from the EOS-1D C camera to more closely match the look of footage from other cameras in multi-camera shooting environments.

Other useful video-related features on the EOS-1D C DSLR include a built-in headphone jack for real-time audio monitoring, and the ability to view the camera's LCD even when the HDMI port is connected to an external monitor. The EOS-1D C camera uses the same LP-E4N battery pack as the EOS-1D X, and it can also be powered by an optional AC Adapter Kit.

The EOS-1D C camera ships with Canon software applications including EOS Utility, which enables various camera settings to be adjusted from a PC, and Picture Style Editor. These two personal computer applications enable users to view the camera's live output on an external monitor1 and adjust the image in real-time to maximize shooting and post-production efficiencies. The software also ensures no loss of quality for 4K/Motion JPEG and full HD/60p video displayed on the external monitor, and it enables video shot with Canon Log Gamma to be output on the monitor with video gamma applied.

Versatility and Value
The Canon EOS-1D C camera can be used to capture still images with more than 60 interchangeable Canon EF and EF Cinema Lenses, all of which are designed to deliver exceptional image quality to maximize the potential for creative visual expression. The compact size and lightweight design of the camera make it easy to carry so it is highly mobile for convenient shooting inside automobiles and other confined spaces. Its compact size also enables peripheral equipment such as rails and cranes to be more compact, which can facilitate smoother handling and reduced costs on-set. The camera's low-light capabilities can also help to minimize lighting costs and increase versatility for lighting. For added usability, record start/stop can be remotely controlled by EOS Utility Software via an optional Canon WFT-E6A Wireless File Transmitter.

Realizing the same exceptional still-image performance as the recently introduced Canon EOS-1D X digital SLR camera, the camera provides a sensitivity range of ISO 100-51200 for outstanding still-image results with reduced noise, even in dimly lit settings. Incorporating high-performance Canon Dual DIGIC 5+ image processors, the EOS-1D C delivers high-precision AF and AE performance while also enabling high-speed continuous shooting of up to approximately 12 fps. In the ultra-fast continuous shooting mode, the EOS-1D C provides a continuous shooting speed of up to approximately 14 fps (mirror remains raised during shooting; JPEG images only).

The Canon EOS-1D C digital SLR camera is scheduled to be available within 2012 at a suggested retail price of $15,000.

CANON ANNOUNCES DEVELOPMENT OF 4K DIGITAL CINEMA CAMERAS

LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., April 12, 2012 – Canon Inc. is developing two digital cinematography cameras as part of its acclaimed new Cinema EOS System of professional cinematography products. Designated as the Cinema EOS C500* for use with EF-mount lenses, and the Cinema EOS C500 PL* for use with PL-mount lenses, the cameras will be capable of originating 4K (4096 x 2160-pixel) resolution digital motion imagery with uncompressed RAW output for external recording, in response to growing expectations for higher levels of imaging performance in premium Hollywood films and other production markets requiring the utmost in picture quality.

"With the unveiling of our Cinema EOS System last November to great acclaim, Canon marked our full-fledged entry into the motion-picture production market," stated Yuichi Ishizuka, executive vice president and general manager, Imaging Technologies & Communications Group, Canon U.S.A. "To further serve the needs of Hollywood's premier filmmakers, Canon is developing the Cinema EOS C500 and Cinema EOS C500 PL digital cinematography cameras, which deliver the added benefit of full 4K motion-image capture to the Cinema EOS System."

The 4K imaging format is emerging as the new standard for advanced effects and post-production in Hollywood, and it is particularly important for big-budget motion pictures that include scenes compositing live-action cinematography with high-resolution computer-generated imagery. The Cinema EOS C500/C500 PL digital cinematography cameras will not only support 4K-resolution video but also outputs this as a 10-bit uncompressed RAW data stream with no de-Bayering. The cameras offer the additional versatility of being able to output quad full-HD (3840 x 2160), 2K (2048 x 1080), full HD (1920 x 1080), and other imaging options. All of these digital image source formats fully conform to established SMPTE production standards. All 4K formats can be selected to operate from one to 60 frames per second. The cameras employ a 12-bit RGB 4:4:4 signal format during 2K output, which can be selected to operate from one to 60 frames-per-second (fps) as well. If switched to a 10-bit YCrCb 4:2:2 mode, the camera can operate up to 120 fps.

The Cinema EOS C500 simultaneously records in-camera a 50 Mbps HD proxy video to a CF card that is immediately available to support offline editing. Equipped with a newly developed Super 35mm-equivalent approximately 8.85-megapixel CMOS sensor, the cameras will be compatible with Canon's wide range of interchangeable EF Cinema and PL-mount lenses and EF lenses for Canon SLR cameras. Highly mobile and compact for filmmaking versatility, the Cinema EOS C500/C500 PL digital cinematography cameras – like Canon's Cinema EOS C300/C300 PL cinematography cameras – provide all of the same ergonomic features, except for the rotating hand grip.

Further details regarding the Cinema EOS C500/C500 PL digital cinematography cameras – including specifications and pricing – have yet to be decided. Plans call for these new products to be launched later this year. In addition to targeting a swift launch of these cameras, Canon will continue to enhance other components of its Cinema EOS System product lineup, which is designed to contribute to the continued advancement of tools for visual expression and the development of cinematic culture.

Canon will display a prototype of the Cinema EOS C500/C500 PL digital cinematography camera at the 2012 NAB Show in booth C4325 at the Las Vegas Convention Center from April 16 to 19.

CANON U.S.A. ANNOUNCES DEVELOPMENT OF FOUR EF CINEMA ZOOM LENSES

A Wide-Angle Cinema Zoom and a Telephoto Cinema Zoom, Available in EF- and PL-Mount Versions, Will Further Expand Canon's Cinema EOS System of Professional Digital Cinematography Products

LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., April 12, 2012 – Building upon the historic November 2011 introduction of the Cinema EOS System of professional digital cinematography products, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leading in digital imaging solutions, today announced the development of four EF Cinema zoom lenses. Designed to deliver exceptional optical performance on 4K resolution Super 35mm-equivalent cameras, each of the four lenses features a compact, lightweight design to facilitate handheld and SteadicamTM shooting while also covering a wide range of focal lengths. Included are two wide-angle cinema zooms – the CN-E15.5-47mm T2.8 L S* (for EF mounts) and the CN-E15.5-47mm T2.8 L SP* (for PL mounts) – and two telephoto cinema zooms – the CN-E30-105mm T2.8 L S* (for EF mounts) and CN-E30-105mm T2.8 L SP* (for PL mounts).

"Canon's introduction of EF- and PL-mount versions of the EOS C300 digital cinema camera was well received by the film and television production communities," noted Yuichi Ishizuka, executive vice president and general manager, Imaging Technologies & Communications Group, Canon U.S.A. "The development of these EF- and PL-mount cinema zooms will help add to the rich diversity of creative imaging choices available to the many film and television professionals who have embraced the new Cinema EOS System."

A leading maker of precision lenses for professional digital photography, broadcast HDTV sports and news coverage, and many other markets, Canon has leveraged its years of expertise as a world leader in optics and imaging to develop its latest EF Cinema lenses. These wide-angle and telephoto cinema zooms will be compatible with industry-standard Super 35 mm-equivalent cameras and are engineered to deliver exceptional optical performance to support 4K resolution digital filmmaking. The four lenses will perfectly complement the compact body design of Canon EOS digital cinematography cameras with their own compact, lightweight design featuring a form factor well-suited for hand-held use, or for mounting on Steadicam or other lightweight, highly mobile camera-support devices used for cinema verité, "run-and-gun" shooting, or other rapid-action filmmaking.

The developments of these EF Cinema lenses are essential to Canon's Cinema EOS System of professional digital cinematography products, which include digital cinema cameras, a digital SLR camera, and a wide variety of advanced lenses. Canon will continue to enhance its Cinema EOS System product lineup to support diverse image creation in motion picture, television, and other high-resolution digital production industries. All of these products are designed to contribute to the continued advancement of tools for visual expression and express Canon's commitment to cinematic culture.

พานาโซนิค Lumix GF5 มีลักษณะเหมือนกับรุ่นก่อนเสนอรายละเอียดที่คล้ายกัน สำหรับราคา $ 100 ขึ้นไป (hands-on)

         มันเป็นหลุมเป็นบ่อนั่งสำหรับสาย GF พานาโซนิคของ Micro Four Thirds กล้อง GF1, กล้อง mirrorless ที่ยอดเยี่ยมสำหรับเวลาของมันถูกแทนที่ทันทีที่มีน้อยกว่าความสามารถในรูปแบบรายการระดับ, GF2 จากนั้นอีก GF3 และตอนนี้ถึงเวลาที่ต้องพูดถึงครับ (อีกครั้ง) ไป GF5สำหรับที่สูงขึ้นหรือแย่ลง GF3 จะไม่ถูกจะไป - จะนั่งตึงตัวที่ใหม่วัตถุประสงค์ของมูลค่า $ 500 (กับเลนส์ kit 14-42mm) สามารถสับสนผู้ซื้อที่ต้องการได้รับเหมือนกันเกือบได้ แต่ $ 100 pricier หลอก, แทน กล้องแต่ละกลับมาพร้อมกับ twelve.1 ล้านพิกเซลเซ็นเซอร์ Live MOS แม้ว่ารูปแบบใหม่เพิ่ม "ภาพคุณภาพสูงที่" แตกต่าง - จะได้รับการขนานนาม twelve.1 ล้านพิกเซล "คุณภาพของภาพสูง" Live MOS เซ็นเซอร์ ดังนั้นอย่างที่เราคาดหวังที่เข้าร่วมถ่ายภาพเป็นไปไม่ได้สวยบาง พานาโซนิคได้เพิ่มโดยประสานกันสิบสองมาตรฐาน ISO, 800 โหมด "ขยาย" (GF3 ราดออกที่ชาวพื้นเมือง ISO 6400) มีการกระโดดภายในแผนกวิดีโอ, MP4 ที่มีการบันทึกการเข้าร่วม 1080/30p รวม 720p ความสามารถในโหมด Burst ได้เห็นการเพิ่มขึ้นเช่นเดียวกันจาก 3.8 เฟรมต่อวินาทีไป ... 4 ในที่สุดก็ใหญ่ขึ้นเล็กน้อยเนื่องจากมาก aa ของด้ามจับ (และมากความสะดวกสบาย) ที่สำคัญแม้ว่าแบตเตอรี่ได้ลดลงจาก 340 ภาพที่ 320, อย่างไม่ต้องสงสัยเนื่องจากเทคนิคการประมวลผลใหม่ที่มุ่งไปทางเสียงที่ลดมากขึ้นในการจับแสงน้อย .GF3 และ GF5 มองจึงคล้ายว่าเ​​รามีแนวโน้มที่จะถ่ายภาพผิดพลาดก่อนหน้านี้สำหรับสองหรือ 2, ข้อผิดพลาด แต่เพียงผู้เดียวที่ทราบหลังจากที่เราได้พลิกบนหน้าจอ LCD ห้าที่มีหน้าจอสัมผัสมากขึ้นด้วยความละเอียด 920k-dot (460k จุดบน GF3) มันสวยงามโดยเปรียบเทียบมือสมัครเล่น แต่การสร้างสวิทช์จากจุดและยิงไม่อาจจะแจ้งให้ทราบ ตัวเลือกที่พวกเขาจะขอบคุณมากที่สุดที่เกี่ยวข้องทั้งหมดให้กับ GUI และโอบกอดหน้าต่างไฮไลท์สำหรับการเลือกทางเลือกที่สิบสี่ตัวกรองกับการเลือกตัวอย่างเรียลไทม์, ภาพพื้นหลังที่ดูเหมือนว่าบนเมนูมากที่สุดและข้อเสนอแนะในขณะที่ตัวกรองอัตโนมัติอัจฉริยะ คุณลักษณะนี้จะทำงานโดยการบอกว่าคุณเพียงแค่ใช้ผลกระทบต่อการแสดงออกหรือของเล่นถ้าคุณใช้ยิงแมโครตัวอย่างเช่น ข้อมูลเพิ่มเติมที่แตกต่างกันโอบกอดไมโครโฟนสเตอริโอสำหรับการจับภาพวิดีโอ แต่ MICs ซ้ายและขวาถูกวางตำแหน่งผิดปกติใกล้เคียงกับคนอื่น - เมื่อแง่มุมของคำว่า "ไมค์" บนที่สูงที่สุดของกล้องทั้งสองที่มีไมโครโฟนที่เหมาะสมมุมทางด้านซ้าย - - ดังนั้นเราจะไม่ภาพที่คุณจะได้รับผลกระทบที่ได้รับเสียงจริง ชอบบรรพบุรุษ GF5 ได้รับการออกแบบอย่างชัดเจนกับผู้เริ่มต้นในใจ - มาก photogs ขั้นสูงควรจะคำนึงถึง GX1 - แต่สติกเกอร์มีมูลค่า $ 599 (กับเลนส์ 14-42mm) ก็ผูกพันที่จะประสบความสำเร็จ

It's been a bumpy ride for Panasonic's GF line of Micro Four Thirds cameras. The GF1, a superb mirrorless camera for its time, was soon replaced with a less-capable entry level model, the GF2. Then another, the GF3. And now, it is time to mention hello (again) to the GF5. For higher or worse, the GF3 will not be going away -- it will sit tight at its new $500 worth purpose (with a 14-42mm kit lens), able to confuse shoppers wanting to get its nearly identical, however $100 pricier, pseudo-replacement. each cameras come back equipped with twelve.1-megapixel Live MOS sensors, though the newer model adds a "High image Quality" distinction -- it has been dubbed a twelve.1-megapixel "High image Quality" Live MOS sensor. So, naturally, we're attending to expect some pretty unimaginable pictures. Panasonic has conjointly added an ISO twelve,800 "extended" mode (the GF3 topped out at a native ISO 6400). There has been a jump within the video department, with 1080/30p MP4 recording joining the 720p combine. Burst mode capabilities have seen a rise likewise, from 3.8 frames-per-second to... 4. Finally, it's slightly larger, owing to a a lot of substantial (and a lot of comfortable) grip, though battery life has dropped from 340 shots to 320, doubtless owing to a brand new processing technique aimed toward more reducing noise in low-light captures.

The GF3 and GF5 look therefore similar that we have a tendency to mistakenly photographed the previous for a second or 2, solely realizing the error after we flipped on the LCD. The five contains a much-improved touchscreen, with a 920k-dot resolution (460k dots on the GF3). it's beautiful by comparison, however amateurs creating the switch from a point-and-shoot might not take notice. The options they will appreciate most relate entirely to the GUI, and embrace a highlight window for choice choices, fourteen filters with a realtime preview choice, a background image that seems on the most menu and a filter recommendation whereas in Intelligent Auto. This feature works by suggesting that you just apply the Expressive or Toy impact if you take a macro shot, for instance. different additions embrace a stereo microphone for video capture, though the left and right mics are positioned oddly close to one another -- on either facet of the word "MIC" on the highest of the camera, with the proper mic angled towards the left -- therefore we will not image that you will be obtaining a real stereo impact. Like its predecessor, the GF5 is clearly designed with beginners in mind -- a lot of advanced photogs ought to take into account the GX1 -- however with a $599 sticker worth (with 14-42mm lens), it's bound to be successful.

โซนี่จะเปิดตัว NEX-FS700E กล้อง 4K สำหรับถ่ายทำภาพยนต์ 9.000 $ ที่ NAB?

สิ่งที่คุณจะจ่ายได้สำหรับความสามารถในการบันทึกภาพวิดีโอที่ใช้ฉายในโรงภาพยนตร์ที่มีคุณภาพ 4K? $ 36.000? $ 18.000? แล้วถ้า 9.000 $ ใช่แล้วครับนั่นเป็นราคาที่คาดหวังของโซนี่ NEX-FS700E ซึ่งจะเปิดตัวที่ NAB เดือนถัดไปด้วยวันที่เป็นวันดีในเดือนมิถุนายน รายงาน EOSHD ว่ากล้องวิดีโอจะมีความเป็นไปได้ที่ 4K เพื่อบันทึกในความจำภายนอกทุ่มเทมากกว่า 3G HD-SDI จะรายงานจะใช้เหมือนกัน NEX E-mount เป็นต้นแบบ, FS100 ของตนและอาจรวมถึงทั้งสามสิ่งนี้เป็นตัวต้นแบบ เพื่อความพอดี ซึ่งจะพิ่มความคล่องตัว เรายังไม่ได้สามารถที่จะนำภาพของกล้องตัวนี้มานำเสนอได้ (รุ่นนี้จะเหมือนในภาพที่มีลักษณะข้างต้นซึ่งเหมือนกับ FS100) แต่เราจะไม่แปลกใจที่จะเห็นรายละเอียดอื่นหรือข้อมูลอื่นหลุดออกมาก่อนที่จะออกอากาศในงานประจำปีของ ที่ลาสเวกัส เริ่ม เปิดตัวไม่น่าจะน้อยกว่าสองสัปดาห์ที่ผ่านมา สำหรับส่วนของแคนนอนคาดว่ายังจะประกาศ DSLR EOS-4K รูปแบบที่ NAB เป็นทางเลือกที่น้อยราคาแพงไป $ 16,000 C300 ขณะที่ตัวนี้มีความสามารถถึง 4Kและราคาก็แค่ $ 9,000


What would you pay for the ability to capture cinema quality 4K video? $36,000? $18,000? Try $9,000. That's the expected price of Sony's rumored NEX-FS700E, which could launch at NAB next month with a June ship date. EOSHD reports that the camera will pipe 4K video to a dedicated external recorder over 3G HD-SDI. It will reportedly use the same NEX E-mount as its predecessor, the FS100, and may include a trio of neutral density filters to increase versatility. We haven't been able to track down an image of the rumored cinema cam (the model in that image above looks identical to the FS100), but we wouldn't be surprised to see another detail or two leak out before the broadcast community's annual Vegas gathering kicks off in a little over two weeks. For its part, Canon is also expected to announce a 4K EOS-format DSLR at NAB, as a less-expensive alternative to the $16,000 C300, while RED's Scarlet already has 4K capabilities, and a $9,000 price tag.

Nikon D4 กล้อง DSLR: full-frame 16.2 เซ็นเซอร์ MP, ขยาย ISO ได้ถึง 204.000 , ติดราคา $ 6,000 หรือ ราว 200,000 บาท วางตลาด 28 มี.ค.

นิคอน เปิดตัว D4 กล้องดิจิตอล SLR แบบฟูลเฟรมรุ่นใหม่เปี่ยมประสิทธิภาพในระดับกล้องมืออาชีพ  

 นิคอน โดย มร. เคนจิ คุมาคิ ประธาน บริษัท นิคอน เซลส์ (ประเทศไทย) จำกัด ประกาศเปิดตัว Nikon D4 กล้องดิจิตอล SLR เซ็นเซอร์แบบฟูลเฟรมรุ่นใหม่ล่าสุด ความละเอียด 16.2 ล้านพิกเซล ที่มาพร้อมกับการขยายขอบเขตฟังก์ชั่นที่หลากหลาย และประสิทธิภาพการทำงานที่มีความคล่องตัวที่เหนือกว่าอีกระดับ สำหรับการบันทึกภาพนิ่งและภาพยนตร์ที่พร้อมตอบโจทย์ความต้องการในการถ่ายภาพระดับมืออาชีพ โดยนิคอนได้พัฒนา Nikon D4 โดยต่อยอดความสำเร็จของกล้อง Nikon D3 ที่คว้ารางวัลต่างๆ จากวงการกล้องถ่ายภาพมาแล้วมากมาย ทั้งยังได้รับความนิยมสูงสุดในหมู่นักถ่ายภาพระดับมืออาชีพและกลุ่มมือสมัครเล่นที่มีฝีมือขั้นสูง  พร้อมกันนี้ยังได้เปิดตัวเลนส์ AF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.8G เป็นเลนส์รุ่นใหม่ล่าสุดสำหรับกล้อง FX Format แบบออพติคอล มาพร้อมกับดีไซน์ใหม่ เหมาะสำหรับถ่ายภาพบุคคล

สเปคกล้อง Nikon D4 : Specification 

- เซนเซอร์เป็น CMOS ขนาด 16.2 ล้านพิกเซล (สามารถ Crop ใช้กับ APS-C เลนส์ได้ ในขนาด 8 ล้านพิกเซล)

- 91K-pixel RGB sensor 

- หน้าจอหมุนพับบิดได้

- ISO สูงสุดที่ 204800 *0*

- ถ่ายวิดีโอขนาด 1,920 x 1,080/30p *0*

- มี WiFi

- ถ่ายรัวได้ 11 ภาพต่อวินาที

- โฟกัส 51 จุด

- รองรับ XQD memory card

- Viewfinder 100% frame coverage

- อายุชัตเตอร์ รองรับที่ 400,000 ครั้งจึงจะหมดอายุ

- ความเร็วชัตเตอร์สูงสุดที่ 1/8,000 วินาที ช้าสุดที่ 30 วินาที

- ซิงแฟลชได้เร็วสุดที่ 1/250 วินาที

More than two years after the D3S began shipping and roughly a half-decade after we first got a peek at the D3, Nikon has finally announced the full-frame DSLR's long-awaited successor. As expected, the Nikon D4 boosts both megapixel rating (to 16.2) and extended ISO (204,800 at Hi-4), and includes a brand new full-frame FX-format sensor. Video capture also jumped from 720/24p to 1080/30p, but so did the camera's somewhat-out-of-reach price tag -- you'll be dropping $5,999.95 when the D4 hits stores in late February. You're clearly not spending all that hard-earned photo dough for nothing, though. There's also a 91k-pixel RGB 3D Color Matrix Meter III, compared to a 1,005-pixel meter in the D3S, enabling the camera to evaluate the color and brightness of a scene with much greater precision, yielding much more accurate results. And since the D4 reportedly offers phenomenal low-light performance, you'll probably be using it quite often in the dark -- letting you get good use out of the new back-lit controls.

Photographers can preview images using the 921k-dot 3.2-inch LCD, which offers a 170-degree viewing angle and ambient light sensor. HD video can be previewed on the display as well, or directly through the HDMI port, which also supports uncompressed 8-bit preview video output with optional overlay. Naturally, the D4 is fast. It can power on and be ready to shoot in approximately 0.012 seconds, and can capture 10 fps stills at full resolution with full auto focus and exposure. Willing to lock both AF and AE? The D4 goes to 11. A new 51-point AF system offers full cross-type focusing that's compatible with all Nikon lenses, even when paired with a teleconverter. The D4 includes two card slots with support for both UDMA-7 CF and the recently-announced XQD format, which brings write speeds of up to 125 MB/s -- enough to capture 105 consecutive RAW images at 10 fps. You'll find full details and specs on the D4 just past the break, along with an overview of Nikon's new AF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.8G FX-format lens, which is set to ship in March for $499.95.

WHEN THERE IS NO SECOND CHANCE: THE NEW NIKON FX-FORMAT D4 MULTI-MEDIA DIGITAL SLR IS THE DEFINITIVE UNIFICATION OF SPEED AND PRECISION

The New 16.2 Megapixel Nikon D4 Wields a Formidable Fusion of Swift Performance, Battle-Tested Technologies and Innovative New Features to Create High Caliber Photo and HD Multimedia Content

MELVILLE, N.Y. (Jan 5, 2012) – The new Nikon D4 digital SLR builds upon the legacy of the proven Nikon flagship D-SLRs before it, engineered to give today's professional multimedia photographers a new apex of speed and accuracy with unparalleled image quality, low-light capability and Full HD video. The Nikon D4 hosts a multitude of advanced new features and useful functions that deliver speedy performance and amazing image quality for when missing the shot is not an option.

Every aspect of the new Nikon D4 D-SLR has been designed to emphasize rapid response and seamless operation to help professional photographers consistently capture incredible content. Nikon's proven 51-point AF System has been further enhanced for maximum speed in a variety of challenging shooting situations, even at 10 frames per second (fps). Considered the new Nikon flagship, the D4 renders supreme image quality, a feat accomplished with a new 16.2-megapixel FX-format CMOS sensor, coupled with the latest generation of Nikon's EXPEED 3 image processing engine to help produce images and videos with stunning clarity and color. Photographers are also able to shoot in even the most challenging environments and lighting conditions with the assistance of Nikon's new 91,000-pixel 3D color matrix meter and a broad ISO range from 100 to a staggering 204,800 for low-light capture like never before. The Nikon D4 is engineered for the modern professional and incorporates never before seen HD-SLR video features for those who also need to capture multimedia content from the field.

"Speed without accuracy is irrelevant," said Bo Kajiwara, director of marketing, Nikon Inc. "The status of a Nikon flagship camera is not given lightly; this next generation of Nikon's most professional body exceeds the needs of a wide variety of both still and multimedia professionals that rely on Nikon to make their living. Besides overall performance and burst speed, the D4 provides Nikon's most advanced AF system to date, as well as enhanced workflow speed to give professionals the edge in the field."

Velocity Meets Versatility

Speed is a necessity for today's multimedia photographer as milliseconds matter when the action commences. Whether an assignment relies on fast processing power, burst rate, write speed, enhanced workflow or even streamlined camera controls, the D4 is the epitome of professional-caliber photographic horsepower. Ready to shoot in approximately 0.012 seconds, the new Nikon D4 can capture full resolution JPEG or RAW files at up to 10 fps with full AF / AE or up to 11 fps with AF / AE locked. Immediately before image capture, the camera interprets data from the AF sensor, including subject color as detected on the 91,000-pixel RGB sensor, to deliver consistently tack-sharp focus frame after frame. Whether a photographer is shooting a full-court fast break under gymnasium lighting or the downhill slalom in the bright sun and frigid temperatures, the D4 will instill the confidence with consistently great results.

The Advanced Multi-Cam 3500 AF autofocus system is the next generation of Nikon's proven 51-point AF system. The fully customizable system offers users the ability to capture fast moving subjects and track focus with precision or select a single AF point with pinpoint accuracy. The Nikon D4 D-SLR aligns 15 cross-type sensors in the center to detect contrast data in both vertical and horizontal planes. In addition to detecting each AF-NIKKOR lens with an aperture of f/5.6 or lower, the camera also utilizes nine cross-type sensors that are fully functional when using compatible NIKKOR lenses and TC14E or TC17E teleconverters or a single cross-type sensor when using compatible NIKKOR lenses and the TC20E teleconverter with an aperture value up to f/8, which is a great advantage to those shooting sports and wildlife. For maximum versatility in situations such as photographing nature from afar or competition from the sidelines, photographers are also able to select multiple AF modes, including normal, wide area, face tracking and subject tracking, to best suit the scene.

The Nikon D4 D-SLR also employs a new 91,000-pixel RGB 3D Color Matrix metering system that meticulously analyzes each scene and recognizes factors such as color and brightness with unprecedented precision. This data is then interpreted and compared against D4's on-board database to implement various settings, resulting in vibrant images with faithful color reproduction and balanced exposure. In addition, this new AF sensor now has the ability to detect up to 16 human faces with startling accuracy, even when shooting through the optical viewfinder, allowing for correct exposure even when the subject is backlit. Additionally, to capture every brief moment from a bouquet toss to a photo finish under nearly any condition, the 51 focus points deliver fast and accurate detection down to a -2 EV with every AF-NIKKOR lens.

All of this image data is funneled through a 16 bit pipeline and are written to dual card slots which have been optimized for the latest UDMA-7 Compact Flash™ cards, as well as the new XQD™ memory card. The D4 is the first professional camera to harness the capabilities of this new durable and compact format, which offers blazing fast write times and extended capacity essential for multimedia professionals shooting stills and video.

Image Quality That Hits the Mark

The heart of the new D4 is the Nikon-developed 16.2-megapixel FX-format (36 x 23.9mm) CMOS sensor that provides amazing image quality, brilliant dynamic range and vivid colors in nearly any lighting condition. By achieving the optimal balance of resolution and sensor size, professional photographers will realize exceptionally sharp, clean and well saturated images throughout the entire ISO range.

Like the D3 and D3s before it, the Nikon D4 retains Nikon's status as the sovereign of low-light capture ability, with a native ISO range from 100 to 12,800 ISO, expandable from 50 (Lo-1) to an incredible yet usable 204,800 (Hi-4). From a candlelit first dance to nocturnal wildlife, the large 7.3µ pixel size absorbs the maximum amount of light to excel in any situation. Additionally, the sensor's construction features a gapless micro-lens structure and anti-reflective coating which further contributes to images that retain natural depth and tones with smooth color gradation. For ultimate versatility, photographers can also take advantage of the camera's extreme high ISO ability while recording video.

Another factor contributing to the camera's rapid performance and stellar image quality is Nikon's new EXPEED 3 image processing engine that helps professionals create images with amazing resolution, color and dynamic range in both still images and video. From image processing to transfer, the new engine is capable of processing massive amounts of data, exacting optimal color, perfect tonality and minimized noise throughout the frame.

There are also a variety of shooting options available to help capture the highest quality images and video. In addition to standard NEF (RAW) files, the D4 is also capable of shooting smaller compressed RAW files to ease storage and speed up workflow. Users are also able to capture even more dynamic range with the in-camera High Dynamic Range (HDR) function that merges consecutive exposures. For deep contrast and further tonality, Active D-Lighting can also be activated during shooting for balanced exposures even in backlit scenes. Additionally, the camera features a dedicated button for quick access to Nikon's Picture Controls, allowing users to quickly select one of six presets.

Professional Multimedia Features

The Nikon D4 D-SLR is engineered with innovative new features for the multimedia professional that needs the small form factor, low-light ability and NIKKOR lens versatility that only an HD-SLR can offer. The new features add functionality for those professionals looking for the best possible experience to capture a moment in Full HD 1080p video at various frame rates, providing footage that is more than suitable for broadcast.

• Full HD video recording - Users have the choice of various resolutions and frame rates, including 1080p 30/24fps and 60 fps at 720p. By utilizing the B-Frame data compression method, users can record H.264 / MPEG-4 AVC format video with unmatched integrity for up to 20 minutes per clip. This format also allows for more accurate video data to be transferred requiring less memory capacity. The sensor reads image data at astoundingly fast rates, which results in less instances of rolling shutter distortion.

• Full manual control of exposure - Shutter speed, aperture and ISO can be changed while recording to adapt to lighting and alter depth of field for professional cinematic results that help realize a creative vision.

• Uncompressed output: simultaneous Live View - By using the camera's HDMI port instead of the CF or XQD card, users can stream an uncompressed full HD signal directly out of the camera. This footage can be ported into an LCD display or appropriate external recording device or routed through a monitor and then to the recording device, eliminating the need for multiple connections.

• Audio recording for professionals - The Nikon D4 features a stereo headphone jack for accurate monitoring of audio levels while recording. Output can be adjusted in up to 30 steps for precise audio adjustment. The D4 offers high-fidelity audio recording control with audio levels that can be set and monitored on the camera's LCD screen. The microphone connected via the stereo mic jack can also be adjusted with up to 20 steps of sensitivity for accurate sound reproduction.

• Multi-area Mode Full HD Video: FX/DX, and 2.7x crop mode at 1080p video modes - Whether shooting for depth of field in FX format mode, or looking for the extra 1.5X telephoto benefits of DX mode, the high resolution sensor of the D4 allows videographers to retain full 1080P HD resolution no matter what mode they choose. With the 2.7x crop, users can experience ultra-telephoto benefits in full HD resolution all at 16:9 aspect ratio.

• Simultaneous live view output without display / simultaneous monitor - Shooters have the option to send the display signal directly to an attached monitor via the HDMI port. This signal can be viewed on the camera's LCD screen and external monitor simultaneously. Additionally, the image data display can be cleared from the screen, to remove distracting data or when feeding a live signal.

• Full-time AF - In addition to manual focus, four modes are available, including normal, wide area, face detection and subject tracking, which uses fast contrast detect AF to accurately focus while recording video and in live view.

• New LCD screen - The large high resolution 3.2-inch LCD screen is 921K dots, and includes auto brightness adjustment. Users can also zoom in up to 46x to check critical HD focus.

• Time lapse shooting - This new feature combines a selected frame rate and "shooting interval" in a dedicated time lapse photography menu. Playback can be achieved with a wide variety of speeds from 24x to 36,000x while producing a fully finished movie file output for faster multimedia workflows.

• Remote shutter operation - Using dedicated Movie Custom Settings, recording can be set to be engaged by the shutter release button -users can now use a variety of remote accessories to trigger video recording.

• NIKKOR lens compatibility - The highest caliber optics are vital to creating HD images and Nikon is the world leader in optics manufacturing with a legacy spanning more than 75 years. Nikon has a vast NIKKOR lens system, with more than 50 lenses with a variety of focal lengths and features, including VR II vibration reduction.

Professional Construction, Superior Operability

The reputation and respect bestowed upon a Nikon D-Series flagship camera is earned from those who use it; therefore the chassis of the Nikon D4 is machined from magnesium alloy for maximum durability and reliability. The body of the camera is sealed and gasketed for resistance to dirt and moisture, as well as electromagnetic interference. Photographers are able to easily compose through the bright optical viewfinder, which offers 100% frame coverage. The shutter has been tested to withstand 400,000 cycles for maximum durability, while sensor cleaning is employed by vibrating the OLPF. The self diagnostic shutter unit also encompasses a mirror balancer to minimize the residual "bounce" to enhance AF and extend viewing time. What's more, the viewfinder is coated with a new thermal shield finish which works to resist overheating during prolonged use, enhancing overall reliability. Users can easily compose on the camera's wide, bright and scratch resistant 921,000-dot high resolution 3.2-inch LCD screen.

The overall controls and operability of the camera has also been engineered with a renewed emphasis on speed and functionality. During critical moments, users will appreciate refined button layouts with renewed ergonomics, such as a quick AF mode selector placed near the lens mount for fast access on the fly. A new joystick style sub-selector is also placed on the camera's rear for AF point and option selection, while vertical controls have been enhanced for improved operability. Finally, to continue the D4's moniker of the best tool for just about any condition, key control buttons on the back of the camera can all be illuminated, making the camera simple to operate in complete darkness.

Nikon has also made enhancements to overall workflow, adding options to streamline the process and maximize shooting time. Users are now able to automatically generate IPTC data for their images and image sets, making organizing and chronicling images easier for both the photographers and their editors. A wired Ethernet port is also utilized so that a user can shoot tethered and transfer images easily and quickly to clients. Nikon has also introduced the new WT-5A wireless file transmitter, to transmit via FTP server or computer. The device can be set to transfer either automatically or manually selected images. This device also allows for remote operation of the camera using Nikon's Camera Control Pro 2 software. A mobile application is also in development to control the camera using this accessory, which will include the ability to trigger the shutter and record video, making this a must-have remote accessory for many professionals.

Price and Availability

The Nikon D4 will be available in late February 2012 for the suggested retail price of $5999.95.*

To see the new D4 D-SLR and other new Nikon products, visit Nikon at the 2012 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) at booth # 11039 from January 10-13th, 2012 in Las Vegas, NV.

THE NEW NIKON AF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.8G PRIME LENS COMBINES PRACTICALITY WITH PORTABILITY RESULTING IN A VERSATILE PORTRAIT LENS

New NIKKOR Lens is Ideal for Low-Light, Portraiture and Adding Dramatic Background Blur to Both Photo and Video

MELVILLE, N.Y. (January 5, 2012)– Today, Nikon Inc. announced the addition of the new AF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.8G FX-format lens to its legendary line of NIKKOR lenses. The new 85mm is a fast, fixed focal-length lens with medium telephoto capabilities and a large maximum aperture of f/1.8 that is capable of performing a wide variety of imaging tasks with amazing sharpness and clarity.

"Whether a professional photographer who needs extreme sharpness or a photo enthusiast looking for an affordable, lightweight lens with amazing clarity, Nikon photographers appreciate and rely on the vast selection and dependability of NIKKOR lenses for their imaging needs," said Lisa Osorio, general manager of marketing at Nikon Inc. "The new 85mm f/1.8 is fully optimized for capturing amazing photos and videos, while providing the ability to utilize background blur to compliment the subject of their photo."

A welcome addition to Nikon's growing line of versatile prime lenses, the new AF- NIKKOR 85mm is ideal for travel, general photography, low-light, landscape, portraiture and capturing movies with extreme depth of field. The 85mm is designed to capture photos utilizing beautiful image blur achieved due to its large maximum aperture. Furthermore, the lens is lightweight, easy to carry, and provides an equivalent focal length of 127mm when attached to a Nikon DX-format D-SLR camera body.

The construction of the 85mm f/1.8 consists of nine optical elements, with a seven-blade diaphragm which contributes to a substantially more circular bokeh for a natural appearance to out-of-focus background elements. Additionally, instances of lens flare and chromatic aberration are suppressed using Nikon's exclusive Super Integrated Coatings, which also help ensure vividly accurate color balance.

The new lens also comes equipped with a carefully engineered optical system optimized to deliver superior image quality. The integration of an ultra-compact Silent Wave Motor (SWM) ensures fast, whisper-quiet AF operation, which is essential when recording movies. The 85mm also features two focus modes, M/A (manual-priority autofocus) and M (manual) to further enhance versatility and adapt to a shooters needs. Additionally, Internal Focus (IF) design prevents the front element from rotating, allowing for the use of filters and attachments.

Price and Availability

The lightweight AF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.8G will be available in March 2012 for a SRP* of $499.95. For more information, please visit www.nikonusa.com.

To see the new AF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.8G lens and other new Nikon products, visit Nikon at the 2012 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) at booth # 11039 from January 10-13th, 2012 in Las Vegas, NV.