Panasonic confirms that there is a delay on digital camera production due the Kumamoto earthquake

Share

Two days ago I reported that both Olympus and Panasonic are rumored to have postponed many camera releases. And it’s likely the new GH5 and E-M1II will ship 2-3 months later than expected.

Today Panasonic Japan confirmed that the Kumamoto earthquake damage will have a negative impact on their digital camera business. Panasonic didn’t disclose any details about the possible shipment delays and affect on the future roadmap.

Share

a bit of everything…

Share


Behind the Scenes at WSSF Olympus 72 Hour Filmmaker Showdown 2016

How to Shoot Through Glass Without Unwanted Reflections (PetaPixel).
Der Tracker in Zingst, Abschlussbericht (Pen And Tell).
Moon Smart Focus is a new and revolutionary autofocus for professional filmmakers (Nyteknik.se).

Chris: “Here’s a video with a little twist shot in one long take with the GH4 while showcasing Rode products: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ntm7sHrkXQk”

C.Gavin: “Short video I shot at the weekend at a local classic car show here in North London. You can see the video here… https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v0QQ_jryT6k. I’ve written about it on my blog here… http://www.chrisgavin.com/2016/06/car-show-enfield-pageant-of-motoring.html. That blog article gives details of the gear used etc, but basically it’s all GH4 using a single prime lens… Canon 50mm f1.4, (using speedbooster XL and Tiffen VariND filter) “

Share

New low price record: E-M10 with kit lens for $399 only!

Share

E-M10

There is a new low price record on the cheapest of all OMD cameras. The E-M10 sells for $399 inlcuding kit lens at BHphoto (Click here).

And today’s big eBay dela is that 128GB Sandisk SD card for $39 (Click here). This is $10 lower than the best price in other US stores.

Sandisk

Reminder:
The 300mm PRO lens is now in Stock at Cameta (Click here). Get it now because this will get sold out quickly…
Up to $600 off on Panasonic cameras and lenses at BHphoto (Click here).
Up to $80 off on Lexar cards at BHphoto (Click here).
Up to $150 off on Lensbaby lenses at BHphoto (Click here).
The full list of BHphoto special can be found on that page (Click here).
All four new Meike MFT lenses are now listed and available for preorder at Amazon US (Click here to see the pricing of each lens).

Share

(FT5) Panasonic GH5 will have same GX80 sensor (but better performance)

Share

MFT-sony

The current Sony FT sensors listed at Sony.net.

A trusted soruce sent me this:

“I was told that the sensor in the GH5 will be fitted with the sensor out of the GX80, but with the ability to make the most of its output because of better processing and cooling.”

This means the GH5 will use the current 16 megapixel Sony made MFT sensor.

—
For sources: Sources can send me anonymous info at 43rumors@gmail.com (create a fake gmail account) or via contact form you see on the right sidebar. Thanks!
For readers: Don’t miss any news. Join our group on facebook and follow our tweets. Subscribe our newsletter at [wysija_form id=”2″]

Rumors classification explained (FT= FourThirds):
FT1=1-20% chance the rumor is correct
FT2=21-40% chance the rumor is correct
FT3=41-60% chance the rumor is correct
FT4=61-80% chance the rumor is correct
FT5=81-99% chance the rumor is correct

Share

(FT4) More reports about delay on Olympus and Panasonic camera launch

Share

I keep receiving multiple feedback from different sources saying that the Kumamoto earthquake disaster had a much greater negative impact than officially stated by the companies. As you know I recently leaked images and info about the E-PL8 and 30mm macro lens. Both should have been already announced by Olympus. But the current situation is constantly changing as Olympus and Panasonic are still trying to assess the situation.

Two sources told me that it’s highly likely that there will be some major delays and some of the camera expected to ship in 2016 will ship in early 2017 only. The situation affects almost all companies, it’s not only Panasonic-Olympus issue.

So whatever you are hoping to get at Phootkina this year, GH5, E-PL8 or E-M1II. The chances are high the camera will not be available immediately after the announcement!

 

Share

**This post contains affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking through my links.

As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases