[Video] 100 Years of Leica Photography
Leica has proven to stand the test of time, as this year marks it's 100th year of Leica Photography. This means that for the past century, some of the most famous photographers from around the world have been capturing once-in-a-lifetime moments with their Leica camera. Moments that trace history and time with quality.
Leica is celebrating this time stamp with the announcement of the release of their special edition of the Leica M model, that will be available for a short time only. The limited "Edition 100" model is truly unique, as it comes with the silver chrome and the black paint versions and is technically identical to the current model of the Leica M, but is engraved with the ‘100 years of Leica’ logo on the top plate. Equipped with a 24-megapixel full-frame Leica Max CMOS sensor, designed especially for use with M and R Lenses and with a multitude of features like Live View, full-HD video and additional focusing methods, the Leica M combines the capabilities of innovative, state-of-the-art digital technology with the latest developments from decades of expertise in rangefinder construction. Yet another model that sets the bar even higher for other camera brands.
This Leica M "Edition 100" model is strictly limited to 500 sets, so be sure to click here, where there are a few other notable "Edition 100" models to look at as well. With this, Leica also features a short clip of some of the most famous and iconic photos shot with Leica, and it's pretty incredible. Take a look at the video below, and find more of their iconic photos here.
[Via US Leica]
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Sony RX100M3 Pictures, Specs & Pricing Leaked
Awhile back, there were rumors that surfaced of Sony working on the Sony RX100M3 after a manual of the camera was leaked. That rumor ended up have some truth to it, and now we get some more rumors involving the RX100M3. According to Sony Alpha Rumors, someone at a Sony store in Canada leaked photos, specs, and the price of the anticipated RX100M3, claiming that it would be released sometime this week; however, they have since been taken down from the site. Some of the specs that were leaked stated that the new Sony camera would come equipped with a 20-7mm f/1.8-2.8 lens with a 0.39-inch 1.44M dot pop up OLED electronic viewfinder, a Bionz X processor, and more for about $900. We'll see what'll happen with the announcement and whether or not Sony provides any official news regarding the M3. Until then check out some of the images here.
[Via SAR]
Google Glass Available to Consumers in the U.S.
Outside of a brief purchasing window a few months ago, there wasn't a guaranteed way of getting your hands on a pair of Google Glass; tou pretty much had to be chosen to experience what it was all about. Many people have heard about Google Glass, but in some ways it's still kind of mystery until you've actually have had to wear a pair. However, that's all changed as Google has finally made Glass available to people in the U.S. for a price tag of $1500. For now, they'll only be available to those living in the States until Google really pushes the product to more consumers. Until then, they'll continue to work on improving the software and hardware, as well as bringing ways to lower the cost. If you've been dying to own Glass, you can head on over to Google's official website to buy a pair. Check out the video of some of the first to experience Glass and what they enjoyed about it.
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[Via PetaPixel]
Turn iPhone Photos into Polaroids
Before mobile phones and Instagram, Polaroids were it as far as instant photography cameras. Although the corporation made the decision, in February 2008, to cease all production in favor of digital photography products, the Impossible Project has succeeded in reviving authentic Polaroid-style instant camera prints. What started as a Kickstarter fund last year, turned into a successful project that produced their unique iPhone polaroid printer, The Impossible Instant Lab, available for sale to the general public.
In case you haven't heard of this before, The Impossible Instant lab is a savvy kit that allows you to print a real Polaroid instant photo from your iPhone. Unlike other smartphone photo printers, the Impossible Lab doesn't connect to your smartphone using Bluetooth or Wi-Fi. Instead, it's literally a lightbox you place your phone in, which then takes a real Polaroid picture of the screen and prints it out. It also includes a free app that overrides your iPhone's brightness and color balance settings, guaranteeing a perfect exposure at all times. Clever.
Pricing from $299, it's not the most affordable printing device, but definitely worth it's value in the long run. Check out the following photos and see it in action with their vimeo video here.
[Via ThisIsColossal]
Hello Kitty Teams Up with Playboy for Limited Edition Leica
In the latest camera news, a surprising merchandise mash-up was released. Famed kid-friendly Japanese icon Hello Kitty,and French clothing store Colette have teamed up with Playboy, the American men's magazine brand, for a limited edition Leica C camera. The odd trio was brought together by Colette to create an item for the store’s Hello Kitty x Playboy collection. Apparently, this coincides with the 40th anniversary for Hello Kitty, the 60th anniversary for Playboy, the 100th anniversary for Leica. As Leica isn't the only feature in this rare collection, there are only ten of these cameras made, and each feature Hello Kitty, wearing bunny ears, taking a photo on the front of the camera's body.
The camera is priced at $1,264, which is almost double the price for what Leica C is regularly priced at ($699). Still, this is one of the most affordable Leica limited editions we've ever seen. Check out the following photos for a closer look, and check out more of the collection here.
[Via PetaPixel]
[Video] Canon 5D Mark III vs Canon 6D: What's The Difference?
Can't decide whether to get the Canon 6D or Canon 5D Mark III? Although you can't go wrong with either one, it's good to break down the differences between the two. Thankfully, the good people at DSLR Video Shooter shared a video to help.
In the video, they delve into the 9 biggest differences between the two cameras, a couple being the dual card slots and the headphone jack in the 5D. In the end, the winner was the Canon 6D, mostly because of the cheaper price. The 6D prices around $1800 for the body, definitely on the lower end of DSLR prices, but at the cost of fewer features. Then you have the 5D MIII which typically retails around $3,400 for the body, but full of all the features you'd want in a full-frame camera.
If you're looking to save some money, it's a no-brainer to go with the Canon 6D as both cameras are amazing when it comes to both still and video. If price isn't an issue, go with the 5D MIII as it doesn't fall short in any of it's features, the dual memory card slots are clutch for the security in backing up your shots.
Take a look at the video if you're still wondering which DSLR is best for you. In a little over nine minutes, Caleb (the photographer in the video) offers great insight and feedback on his experience and analysis of both bodies. As a photographer in the market for an update, definitely share which you prefer and why?
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[Via DSLR Video Shooter]
Earphones Just Got A Little Smarter With The Dash Smart Earphones
With all the smartphones and smartwatches out on the market, it was only a matter of time that we'd see a new product out. This time, though, the company Bragi has taken a different route and developed the Dash Smart Earphones. As the word "smart" suggests, these are not your standard run of the mill earphones that only offers sound; no, they offer so much more. The technology inside these small wireless earphones act not only as headphones, but an MP3 player, microphone, USB Stick, and fitness tracker all in one single bluetooth device. Through bluetooth, you are able to connect to your smartphone easily and listen to your music without the use of cords, and it also has 4GB of flash storage so you can upload songs to it directly in case you leave your phone at home. Another cool feature is the ability of being able to monitor your work outs with the Dash keeping track steps, oxygen saturation, heart rate and more. Also the built microphone can either cancel out sound when you need quite time as well as offering a way to hear whats going around like when your riding your bike on bust streets. As of right now, there are still being developed but you can head over to their website to learn more about the Dash Smart Earphones here and back their KickStarter campaign here.
[Via Bragi]
Stay Connected With The Iridium Go Satellite WiFi Hotspot
Whether you're on vacation or if your job always has you on the go, the Iridium can keep you connected. No matter the situation or where you are, Iridium's latest gadget promises to keep you in touch with the world around you delivered in a small package. This little hotspot can access voice and data on up to five devices and is extremely portable with the ability to be used almost anywhere. If you want to surf the web or make some important phone calls when you're on the go, the Iridium is something worth checking out. As of right now, the device is not available, but it promises to be compatible with both Apple and Android and offer affordable plans. For more info on the Iridium Go, visit the company's official website here.
[Via Iridium]