A further investigation of the blurred camera posted on a German Davison YouTube channel (previously posted here) suggests that this could be a new Panasonic Lumix S camera. If you consider the character count (5) and the shape of the first letter (L), my assumption is that the camera’s label says Lumix:
The Sony logo is 4 letters, and the DJI logo is 3 letters – clearly none of those brands. Also, it’s not a Panasonic MFT model – they have a smaller and a different-shaped EVF bump. Davison confirmed in video comments and follow-ups that it’s not a Canon product (ruling out rumors of a Canon EOS C50).
Nikon and Canon will never allow anyone to post a blurred image of their upcoming camera. Panasoinic has been much “looser” with their influencers, allowing them on many occasions to post blurred pictures/videos of upcoming new products.
What do you think?
Also, at one point in the video, we see a Viltrox PL-L adapter that further confirms a new L-mount Panasonic Lumix S camera:
As usual, Nikon and Canon will again announce their new products one day apart – a tradition that has been ongoing for decades. Here are the latest rumored specifications of the upcoming Nikon Zr and Canon EOS C50 video-oriented/cinema full-frame cameras:
Dclife posted a Canon teaser for what appears to be a new RF 85mm f/1.4L VCM lens that is rumored to be announced on September 9th, together with the Canon EOS C50 camera:
Canon already has four RF L VCM lenses, and a fifth 85mm lens makes sense:
The video clip is from Laowa. It demonstrates switching between distant and nearby objects; considering practical usage scenarios, this should be faster. According to Laowa, among the AF200 prototypes they are currently manufacturing, the EF version boasts the fastest autofocus speed, followed by the Z mount, while the E-mount version is the slowest. However, they did not disclose the camera bodies used in their testing, so this statement should be treated as indicative only.
Mount Versions
The confirmed versions at present are: EF, E, Z. The GFX version is likely also on the roadmap, though it will follow somewhat later. When asked whether the GFX version would feature autofocus, Laowa did not give a direct answer, but it may well be included. No F-mount. A user inquired whether an L-mount version would be produced. Laowa responded that they ‘have the capability to do so,’ but noted they had enquired about L-mount licensing, with the licensing fees appearing to be quite substantial. However, the EF-mount version can be used on L-mount bodies via an adapter. They are considering releasing a manual focus PL-mount version in the future. The aperture ring on this lens can be switched between stepped and stepless operation. This should be welcome news for users who shoot both stills and moving images.
Filters and Extenders
The E and Z versions retain space for rear filters. The EF does not, presumably due to insufficient space. Laowa has not designed dedicated extenders for it, but they indicate that using genuine Canon extenders may be worth trying.
Colors
There are currently no plans for a white lens barrel, though (third-party manufacturers) may offer protective films or “skins”.
There is also the possibility of a new DJI mirrorless camera, but those rumors have been circulating for over 6 years now without any substantial leak or proof:
New OM System and Panasonic Lumix price increases are coming to the US as a result of the Trump’s tariffs:
OM System price increase coming in early October
Panasonic Lumix price increase coming on September 28th
If you are planning on purchasing new gear, now would be a good time to do so, since I expect more price increases to be coming in the coming weeks/months:
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