Mirrorless news roundup…

Samsung NX 60mm ƒ/2.8 Macro lens review at SeriousCompacts.
Fuji X-M1 review at ThePhoBlographer.
Fujifilm Fujinon XF 27mm f/2.8 (Admiringlight).
Using Manual Focus Lenses on Mirrorless Cameras (Admiringlight).
Pentax Q7 review at Trustedreviews.
First Impressions: Leica X Vario (ThePhoBlographer)
Fujifilm X-M1 review at Dpreview.
Samsung NX300 review at Sonyalphalab.
Carl Zeiss Touit 12 mm f/2.8 review at Lenstip.
Fuji X-A1 image samples at ePhotozine.
Fujifilm X20 review at CameraLabs.
Review: Pentax Q7 SR (ThePhoBlographer).
Samsung Galaxy NX review at ePhotozine.
Sony E-Mount Lenses Field Test (Riflessifotografici).
Leica C type test at Digitalversus.
Fuji X-E2 first look by Ron Mart.
Nikon 1 AW1 Review at ePhotozine.
Nikon 1 Nikkor 10-100 mm VR f4.0-5.6 lens review: Ultimate travel companion? (DxOmark).
Leica M type review at ThePhoBlographer.

Leica announces the Silver Edition D-LUX 6

Those of us hoping for something really new from Leica will be disappointed. Today Leica announced a Silver Edition of their current D-LUX 6 camera.

This is the press release (found via LaVidaLeica):

The classic compact Leica Camera reimagined with a high-gloss and silver finish.

Solms, Germany (October 24, 2013) – Leica Camera AG, presents a new design twist on the Leica D-Lux 6 digital compact camera. With an existing version in elegant, matte-black, the camera is now available in a high-gloss, two-color finish. The new high-gloss black camera body paired with the silver-colored lens creates a tasteful contrast that results in a sophisticated, stylish appearance.

The silver lens of the Leica D-Lux 6 is a Leica DC-Vario-Summilux lens. The varied range of focal lengths makes the camera particularly versatile, ideal for everything from wide-angle architectural and landscape photography to photojournalism and portraits. Combined with a powerful 1/1.7” CMOS image sensor, this camera guarantees a high dynamic range and brilliant images that capture life’s greatest moments.

The Leica D-Lux 6 offers a comprehensive range of features, including automatic mode, manual setting options and optional accessories, like an electronic viewfinder with 1.4 million pixels, which provide even greater creative freedom in all areas of photography. Full HD video recording capability is also included in this newest version of the D-Lux 6. The camera records a perfect rendition of fast-moving subjects in outstanding detail. Video data can be saved in Internet-compatible MP4 format and can be uploaded directly to social media or mobile devices without any need for conversion. Crystal-clear sound recording is guaranteed by special wind-noise filter that reduces undesirable noise.

Both versions of the Leica D-Lux 6 are available from Leica dealers. A new addition to the range of accessories for the Leica D-Lux 6 is the Leica Soft Pouch in lambskin nappa leather: black, stylish and with a fascinating wrap-around design, this leather case is a perfect complement to any outfit.

Fuji X-E2 and XQ1 officially announced! Preorder now!

Preorders:
Dedicated Fuji announcement page at Amazon, Adorama.

Black Fuji X-E2 at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto. In Europe at Wex UK, and CameraWorldUK.
Silver Fuji X-E2 at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto. In Europe at Wex UK, and CameraWorldUK.

Black Fuji X-E2 with 18-55mm lens at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto. In Europe at Wex UK, and CameraWorldUK.
Silver Fuji X-E2 with 18-55mm lens at Adorama and BHphoto. In Europe at Wex UK, and CameraWorldUK.

Black Fuji XQ1 at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto. In Europe at CameraWorldUK.
Silver Fuji XQ1 at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto. In Europe at CameraWorldUK.

Previews:
X-E2: Fujirumors (Rico), ePhotozine, Dpreview, Ming Thein,
X-Q1: Dpreview,

Press release:
Dpreview, Fstop,
X100 firmware (ePhotozine),

Fuji Australia

Panasonic suprises with an ultrasmall GM1 and two new lenses!

Preorders:
GM1 with kit lens at Amazon, Adorama, BHphoto.

Previews and tests:
Dpreview
The 12-32mm lens has the best MTF graph of all kit zoom: Panasonic.net

Press text:
Dpreview, Focus Numerique (french), Quesabesde (Spanish)

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Also the 15mm f/1.7 lens got announced:

Commercialization of LEICA DG SUMMILUX 15mm / F1.7 ASPH.
Digital Interchangeable Lens for Micro Four Thirds System

Panasonic is announcing a commercialization of new digital interchangeable lens LEICA DG SUMMILUX 15mm / F1.7 ASPH. complying Micro Four Thirds System standard*.

The LEICA DG SUMMILUX 15mm / F1.7 ASPH. is an excellent 15mm single focal length lens of F1.7 clearing LEICA’s stringent standard. It also features sophisticated exterior that matches the stylish design of the world’s smallest** LUMIX GM*** digital single lens mirrorless (DSLM) camera.

In addition to “LEICA DG SUMMILUX 25mm / F1.4 ASPH.” and “LEICA DG MACRO-ELMARIT 45mm / F2.8 ASPH. / MEGA O.I.S.” which are already released to the market, Panasonic has also announced product commercialization of LEICA DG NOCTICRON 42.5mm / F1.2 to enhance the lineup of LEICA digital interchangeable lens, attracting professional photographers worldwide.

In the meanwhile, Panasonic is further expanding the range of LUMIX G digital interchangeable lens with the development of new LUMIX G VARIO telephoto zoom lens of 35-100mm in stylish, compact design that also matches the LUMIX GM camera.

* Details of the product specifications, the date of release and the price are under study.
** For a body of digital interchangeable lens camera, as of October 17, 2013, according to research by Panasonic.
*** Released on October 17, 2013.

• The inserted image is that of an engineering mock-up and the final design of the product may differ from this.
• LEICA is a registered trademark of Leica Microsystems IR GmbH.
• SUMMILUX, ELMARIT and NOCTICRON are registered trademarks of Leica Camera AG.

Sony A7 Full Frame series cameras now officially announced. Preorder now!

Specs and Preorders in US and Canada (Click on store name to see direct preorder page / some links via Dealsrunner):
Dedicated Sony announcement page at Amazon US (Click here).
Sony A7r body at Amazon, Adorama, BHphoto.
Sony A7 body at Amazon, Adorama, BHphoto.
Sony A7 with 28-70mm kit lens at Amazon, Adorama, BHphoto, SonystoreUS.
Sony RX10 at Amazon, Adorama, BHphoto, SonystoreUS.
Zeiss 24-70mm at Amazon, Adorama, BHphoto.
Zeiss 35mm at Amazon, Adorama, BHphoto..
Zeiss 55mm at Amazon, Adorama, BHphoto.
70-200mm A-mount at Amazon, Adorama, BHphoto.
Sony A-Mount to E-Mount Lens Adapter at Amazon, Adorama, BHphoto.
Sony A to E adapter with mirror at Amazon, Adorama, BHphoto.
A7/A7r leather case at Amazon, Adorama, BHphoto.
A7/A7r vertical grip at Amazon, BHphoto.
Sony W Series Battery Charger at Amazon, BHphoto.
Sony FA-CS1M Off-Camera Shoe at BHphoto.
Semi-Hard LCD Screen Protector for A7-A7r at Amazon, BHphoto.

Specs and Preorders in Europe:
Sony A7r body at Sony DE, UK, FR, IT, FI, WexUK, WexDE.
Sony A7 body at Sony DE, UK, FR, IT, FI, FR, WexUK, WexDE.
Sony A7 with 28-70mm kit Sony DE, UK, FR, IT, FI, FR, WexUK, WexDE.
Sony RX10 at Sony DE, WexUK, WexDE.
Zeiss 35mm at Sony DE.
Zeiss 55mm at Sony DE.

Previews and reviews:
A7-A7r: Dpreview, TheCameraStoreTV, Imaging Resource, Hands.on at TheVerge, Luminous Landscape.
RX10: DPreview, Imaging Resource,

Image samples:
A7 samples at Cnet Australia, Blog Sina, Luminous Landscape.

Hot details:
Sony is not quitting A-mount (Amateur Photographer).

Videos:
A7/A7r first look (german), TheCameraStoreTV, SonyBlog, A7r commercial, RX10 at Sonyblog, BHphoto video,

Press release text in different languages:
A7-A73 at Dpreview, ThePhoBlographer, Ming Thein (quick thoughts), Cameras.reviewed, Amateur Photographer, PB (A7r), PB (A7), SystemKameraBlog (German) ePhotozine,  Focus Numerique (French), LeMondeDeLaPhoto (french), Photographylife, Steve Huff, Photoscala (German), DSLR (Spanish), Digitalcamerareview, Engadget, Photoreview, Stuckincustoms,
FE lenses at Dpreview, ThePhoBlographer, Photographyblog, ePhotozine, Focus Numerique (French), LeMondeDeLaPhoto (french), DSLR (Spanish)
RX10 at Dpreview, ThePhoBlographer, Photographyblog, ePhotozine, Focus Numerique (French), LeMondeDeLaPhoto (french), Photoscala (German), DSLR (Spanish), Digitalcamerareview, Engadget, Photoreview,

 

 

Product images (Click on image to enlarge):

 

Last superleak before the announcement: New Sony A7, A7r, RX10 and lens images


Images via Digicameinfo, Xitek, Xjiurumo.

These are the specs:

A7r:
– Lightest FF camera with interchangeable lens ever
– 36.4 MP
– gapless lens design on sensor (no AA filter)
– each on-chip lens is optimally positioned depending on its location to accommodate the sharper angle of light entering the periphery, which is caused by larger sensor dimensions being teamed with the E-mount’s short flange-back distance
– new BIONZ X image processing engine
– 14-bit RAW image
– ISO 100-25600 (with 50 ISO extension)
– Advanced 1200-zone evaluative metering
– 4fps (Max. 1.5fps, Speed Priority Continuous shooting)
– 1/8000 to 30sec shutter
– TRILUMINOS™ Color technology (color space)
– 1080 HD uncompressed, 60p/24p and 60i frame-rates. AVCHD and MP4 codec.
– 2.4M dot OLED EVF
– 25 points contrast AF
– +/- 5EV compensation
– tiltable 3.0” (1,229k dots) Xtra Fine™ LCD
– Multi-interface Shoe for flash
– PC control with remote video capture control
– Wi-Fi®/NFC control
– Playmemories App
– weight 465g (with battery and card)
– battery 1080 mAh for 340 shots (with LCD monitor always on!)
– weather sealed body

A7 (I do only list what’s different from the A7r):
– 24 MP (has AA filter)
– 117 points (phase-detection AF), 25 points (contrast-detection AF)
– 5fps (Max. 2.5fps, Speed Priority Continuous shooting)