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A Crazy Week of Photo Gear Announcements

Canon, Fujifilm, Sony, and Leica!

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May 25, 2023
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To be honest, photography news of late has been a bit ho-hum. Well, that all changed this past week with a deluge of new announcements. So hide your credit cards, then peruse this overview of tempting gear.

Leica Q3 Digital Camera

The Leica Q3 includes what many of us have been waiting for: a tilting LCD screen - and a high resolution one at that. Combined with a booming 60MP sensor, this compact is a beast.

  • 60MP Full-Frame BSI CMOS Sensor

  • Summilux 28mm f/1.7 ASPH. Lens

  • 8K30, 4K60 & 4:2:2 10-Bit, FHD ProRes HQ

  • Phase-Detection AF & Optical IS

  • Triple Resolution Technology

  • 5.76m-Dot OLED Electronic Viewfinder

  • 3" 1.84m-Dot Tilting Touchscreen LCD

  • ISO 50-100000, Up to 15-fps Shooting

  • SD UHS-II Slot; USB-C and HDMI Ports

  • IP52 Weather Sealing

You can preorder the Leica Q3 for $5,595.

Fujifilm X-S20

The Fujifilm X-S20 is the second in the line of deep-grip, mid-level enthusiast mirrorless cameras. For those who prefer a more traditional layout control deck, with Fuji glass compatibility, the reasonably priced X-S20 is a sweet spot.

  • 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans BSI CMOS 4 Sensor

  • X-Processor 5 Image Processor

  • 5-Axis In-Body Image Stabilization

  • 6.2K at 30 fps, 4K at 60 fps

  • 2.36m-Dot 0.62x OLED EVF

  • 3.0" 1.84m-Dot Vari-Angle Touchscreen

  • 19 Film Simulation Modes

  • ISO 160-12800, up to 8 fps Shooting

You can preorder the Fujifilm X-S20 for $1,299.

Canon EOS R100

Think of the Canon EOS R100 as the Digital Rebel of their mirrorless lineup, being Canon’s lowest-priced RF-mount camera. Entry-level photographers looking to break into the world of Canon mirrorless should find this body appealing.

  • 24.1MP APS-C CMOS Sensor

  • DIGIC 8 Image Processor

  • 4K 24p Video with Crop, Full HD 60p

  • Dual Pixel CMOS AF with 143 AF Zones

  • 6.5 fps Electronic Shutter

  • 2.36m-Dot OLED EVF

  • 3" 1.04m-Dot LCD Screen

  • Creative Assist Mode

  • Silent Mode for Quiet Operation

  • Wi-Fi and Bluetooth with SD Card Slot

You can preorder the Canon EOS R100 for $479.

Sony ZV-1 II

The Sony ZV-1 II is a compact camera designed for vlogging as well as stills photography. Its very wide zoom lens makes it an ideal tool for video reporting in tight spaces.

  • 20.1MP 1" Exmor RS BSI CMOS Sensor

  • Wide-Angle 18-50mm-Equiv. f/1.8-4 Lens

  • UHD 4K30p Video w/ HLG & S-Log3/2 Gammas

  • 3" Side Flip-Out Touchscreen LCD

  • Intuitive Touch Focus & Exposure Control

  • Real-Time Tracking & Eye AF

  • Bokeh Switch & Face Priority AE

  • Cinematic Vlog Setting, S&Q Shoot Mode

You can preorder the Sony ZV-1 II for $898.

But Wait, There’s More!

In addition to the cameras, Fujifilm announced the FUJIFILM XF 8mm f/3.5 R WR lens ($799), Canon released the RF 28mm f/2.8 STM lens ($299), and Ricoh announced a pair of Pentax 50mm F1.4 K-mount lenses ($379 and $349).

What a week!


This Week’s TDS Podcast

Stepping Outside Your Comfort Zone

Being the creatures of habit that we are, it’s easy to stick with the things we’re comfortable with. In the world of photography, that could mean landscapes only, or “I’m really a Photoshop guy.” But what would happen if you stepped out of your comfort zone into the unknown waters of experimentation? I have a few real life stories to share of photographers who did just that. I hope you enjoy the show.

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The Digital Story Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts or wherever you tune in.


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Editor’s Note: Links to camera gear and lenses in this post are affiliate links to B&H Photo. The price is the same for you, but the affiliate revenue helps support this newsletter.

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