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New AlexOnRAW Capture One Expert Course


 
AlexOnRAW recently released a new Capture One Expert Course. The course contains over 8 hours of advanced Capture One tutorials, and it comes with a whole bunch of free extras: 10 image editing tasks, 40 RAW files for practice, 10 bonus materials such as styles, presets, templates, and many more. The course is designed for Capture One photographers who are familiar with the basic features and want to learn advanced image editing techniques and workflow tricks.

You can use code RUMORS for 10% off all course packages.

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January 2024 CIPA numbers


CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association in Japan) published their latest camera production data (orange: 2024, black: 2023, blue: 2022):

January 2024 CIPA numbers by ZoetMB

January was an excellent month for shipments with mirrorless bodies up 58.7%, lenses for smaller than 35mm sensor up 47% and shipped value for larger than 35mm sensors up 35% and just about everything else substantially higher than January 2023.  However, the ratio of lenses to bodies shipped is down slightly.

CIPA has predicted 5.89m ILCs, 1.52m compacts and 9.57m lenses for calendar 2024.

That compares to:

2023: 6.001 million bodies (+1.25%), 9.639 million lenses (-0.92%).
2022: 5.927 million bodies (+10.8%), 9.7 million lenses (+1.6%).
2021: 5.348 million bodies (+0.75%), 9.55 million lenses (+6.1%)
2020: 5.308 million bodies (-37.3%), 9 million lenses (-36.6%)
2019: 8.462 million bodies (-21.4%), 14.2 million lenses (-21.1%)
2018: 10.76 million bodies (-7.9%), 18 million lenses (-6.4%)
2017: 11.68 million bodies (+0.6%) 19.22 million lenses (+0.156%)
2016: 11.61 million bodies (-11.1%), 19.19 million lenses (-11.6%)
2015: 13.06 million bodies (-5.6%), 21.7 million lenses (-5.2%)
2014: 13.84 million bodies (-19.2%), 22.9 million lenses (-14.2%)
2013: 17.13 million bodies (-15%), 26.7 million lenses (-12.2%)
2012: 20.16 million bodies (+28.5%), 30.4 million lenses (+16.9%)
2011: 15.69 million bodies (+21.7%), 26.0 million lenses (+19.9%)
2010: 12.89 million bodies (+30%), 21.69 million lenses (+34.7%)
2009: 9.91 million bodies (+2.2%), 16.1 million lenses (+2.5%)
2008: 9.7 million bodies (+17.4%), 15.7 million lenses (+25.6%)
2007: 8.26 million bodies, 12.5 million lenses

January 2024:  Cumulative Units & Shipped Value:

(All comparisons to full-year 2023)

DSLR Units : 66,134 +17% YTD
DSLR Shipped Value: ¥2.86 billion +5% YTD

Mirrorless Units: 326.8K +59% YTD
Mirrorless Shipped Value: ¥40 billion +68% YTD

Compact Units: 111.5K -1% YTD
Compact Shipped Value: ¥5.2 billion +12% YTD

Lenses for smaller than 35mm sensors Units: 333.6K +47% YTD
Lenses for smaller than 35mm sensor Shipped Value: ¥7.08 billion +56% YTD

Lenses for 35mm and larger sensors Units: 326.2K +16% YTD
Lenses for 35mm and larger sensors Shipped Value: ¥28.19 billion +35% YTD

Cumulative 2024 Mirrorless unit share (of Mirrorless + DSLR): 83.2% (was 78.5% YTD 2023)
Cumulative 2024 Mirrorless Shipped Value share: 93.3% (was 89.7% YTD 2023)

The ratio of lenses shipped to bodies shipped is 1.68 for YTD 2024.  (was 1.94 for YTD 2023).

Full-year 2024 Geographic Share: (Asia doesn’t include China or Japan)

DSLR:
Units:                   China 07.0%, Asia 13.2%, Japan 6.3%, Europe 35.0%, Americas 37.1%, Other 1.4%
Shipped Value: China 08.4%, Asia 15.3%, Japan 8.2%, Europe 33.4%, Americas 33.3%, Other 1.5%

Mirrorless:
Units:                   China 23.8%, Asia 20.7%, Japan 10.4%, Europe 20.4%, Americas 19.7%, Other 5.1%
Shipped Value: China 22.8%, Asia 19.8%, Japan 09.3%, Europe 20.3%, Americas 21.3%, Other 6.5%

Compacts:
Units:                   China 05.4%, Asia 11.9%, Japan 18.9%, Europe 22.2%, Americas 33.0%, Other 8.5%
Shipped Value: China 07.0%, Asia 14.1%, Japan 13.6%, Europe 23.4%, Americas 33.7%, Other 8.3%

Lenses:
Units:                   China 20.0%, Asia 17.8%, Japan 10.8%, Europe 23.0%, Americas 24.6%, Other 3.8%
Shipped Value: China 25.3%, Asia 17.5%, Japan 09.3%, Europe 18.9%, Americas 24.2%, Other 4.8%

Approximate shipped value per unit (at ¥150.44=$1):

DSLR: $288
Mirrorless: $814
Compact: $310
Lenses: $355

A list of participating CIPA companies can be found here.

Via NikonRumors

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JJC released an Arca Swiss quick-release plate with a built-in AirTag



JJC released a new Arca Swiss quick-release plate with a built-in AirTag for Canon, Sony, Nikon, Olympus, Fuji, Panasonic, Sigma, and Leica cameras (there are several similar solutions available).

The Apple Airtags 4 pack is currently on sale:


Additional information:

  • Quick Release Plate for Airtag: The JJC quick release plate is designed with a sleek hidden compartment to effectively conceal an Apple AirTag to easily track a camera's location. (NOTE: AirTag is not included.)
  • Arca-Type Design: The Arca-Type Design Plate allows to be quickly connected to a tripod and other accessories for shooting. The base has two built-in 1/4”-20 threaded holes, which can be attached to a tripod head. In addition, it features a strap loop to be compatible with a separately wrist strap.
  • Reliable Quality: The tripod quick release mount is made of aluminum, sturdy and durable. The compartment cover is made of PC to avoid interfering with the tracking range of the AirTag. It has rubber pads to prevent twisting and one 1/4"-20 camera mounting screw.
  • Camera Compatibility: The base T slot provides a convenient way to mount on a camera and no need to remove the plate when you replace the battery or memory card. It’s compatible with Canon R100 / R50 / R10 / R8 / R7 / R6 / R5 / RP / 6D Mark II / 5D Mark II / Sony A7CR / A7C II / A7R V / A7R IV / A7 III / A6700 / A6400 / ZV-E10 / ZV-EV1 / Nikon Zf / Zfc / Z50 / Z30 / Z7 / Z6 / and more.
  • What You Get: Quick Release Plate x 1, Flathead Tool x 1, 1/4”-20 Screw x 1, Spare Hexagonal Screw x 2, Allen Wrench x 1

More AirTag-compatible products:

New PolarPro Defender camera body caps with a hidden AirTag/memory card compartment for R/Z/E/EF mount

Smallrig now also offers camera accessories with a hidden Apple Airtag cavity

Ulanzi announced two new camera backpacks: BP09 (22L) and BP10 (35L)

Via FujiAddict

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The future according to CIPA: fewer camera shipped with higher prices


The latest CIPA forecasts indicate that the shipments of digital cameras will fall in 2024 compared to 2023:

  • All digital cameras: down 4% (7.41 million units)
  • Interchangeable lens cameras: down 1.8% (5.89 million units)
  • Cameras with integrated lenses:  down 11.6% (1.52 million units)

At the same time, while the number of camera shipments is on the decline, the shipment value of digital cameras in 2023 increased by 4.9% from the previous year to 714.3 billion yen.

CIPA report: camera prices doubled in 3 years and increased 6 times in 10 years

CIPA 2024 camera shipment outlook

January 2024 CIPA numbers

Via Newswitch

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Retouch4me uses AI to simplify the lives of photographers by streamlining routine processes


Retouch4me uses AI to simplify the lives of photographers by streamlining routine processes. Their program enhances various aspects of photography, from color correcting to making photos more expressive. You can follow Retouch4me on Instagram and Facebook. You can also get 30% off by following this link.

Additional information:

Just imagine handing over a finished wedding or school photo shoot in 1-2 days. It will not only wow your clients but also work like word of mouth.

Interested? Now it's possible with neural networks. In this article, we'll talk about new AI-based retouching tools.

Every photographer knows how challenging it can be to work with a large volume of materials. When dealing with commercial clients who have strict schedules and high expectations, it becomes even more challenging. Optimizing the editing workflow becomes an integral part of your work. This will lead to more satisfied customers and expand business opportunities.  Therefore, it's essential to find ways to improve the workflow using efficient solutions.


Retouch4me pays special attention to this issue and offers a wide range of AI-based tools that provide efficient and precise retouching. Each tool is aimed at various aspects of photo retouching to achieve high-quality processing. Tools include various options for skin retouching, color correction, and correcting clothing imperfections, studio background cleaning from dirt, or dust removal from objects. 

Thus, you can achieve stunning results by increasing the efficiency of your workflow. Retouch4Me acts as a personal retouching assistant you can rely on at any time and allows you to speed up your workflow by several times, performing from 80 to 100% of the entire retouching workload.


Unlike other photo editing programs, Retouch4me preserves the original skin texture and other image details, making the final image look natural and realistic.

Different types of photos may require different types of editing, making Retouch4me the perfect platform for portrait photographers, those shooting reports and weddings, school photographers, designers, advertising agencies, and institutions working with visual content. Thanks to its image processing tools, Retouch4Me is perfect for professional retouchers working in studios or as freelancers.

To demonstrate effectiveness, Retouch4me offers free software testing to ensure high-quality results.


Retouch4me offers fifteen tools, two of which are free. Among the free plugins are Frequency Separation and Color Match. The latter provides access to the LUT cloud with a library of ready-made free color filters, as well as premium packages that can be purchased.

Most plugins can be purchased for $124, including Eye Vessels, Heal, Eye Brilliance, Portrait Volumes, Skin Tone, White Teeth, Fabric, Skin Mask, Mattifier, and Dust. 

Considering the time saved, all these plugins fully justify the investment. 

Since each plugin works as a separate tool, there is no need to purchase them all at once. To streamline the editing process, focus on your specific goals and identify the post-processing aspects that take the most time. This will help you optimize your workflow and achieve the best results.

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How to photograph the Total Solar Eclipse

What else is new? (April 1st, 2024 edition)



 
TTartisan announced a new  AF 40mm f/1.0 pancake lens:

  • Quiet and accurate Autofocus
  • Ultra-thin lens body-1.5cm
  • F1.0 large aperture
  • The included magnetic ring turns the lens into a 6Bit AF adapter ring


Nikon is rumored to revive the RED Hydrogen One smartphone project.


The first picture of the Nikon Nikkor Z 35mm f/1.2 S-line lens leaked online.

SmallRig announced a new collapsible production cart "Smart Voyager" with wireless charging. The new AI-enhanced production cart, enables seamless control of lighting, storage, workstations, and more through voice commands. With precise automatic tracking and a state-of-the-art laser system for obstacle detection prioritizing safety and smooth operation. Featuring PowerADC and LiFePO4 battery cells and efficient charging with a robust 1024Wh capacity and parallel circuit design to power multiple devices simultaneously. The fully collapsible design, weighing just 23kg/50.7lb, ensures easy portability for on-the-go convenience.


Atomos officially announced a new Ninja monitor for Polaroid instant cameras.

Fotodiox announces a new WonderPanda system.


Pentax to announce a new daguerreotype camera.


Fujifilm to acquire Sony Camera Division, Sony to focus on camera sensor technology.

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February 2024 CIPA numbers


CIPA (Camera & Imaging Products Association in Japan) published their latest camera production data (orange: 2024, black: 2023, blue: 2022):


February 2024 CIPA numbers by ZoetMB

Everything is up compared to YTD 2023, but there are a few interesting anomalies:  DSLR units are up 2% YTD, but shipped value is up 10%, indicating that the models remaining are higher priced.   It’s similar with compacts:  units are exactly the same as last YTD, but shipped value is 28% higher.    However, the ratio of lenses to bodies shipped is again down slightly and mirrorless share (of mirrorless + DSLR) has been dropping slightly.

CIPA has predicted 5.89m ILCs, 1.52m compacts and 9.57m lenses for calendar 2024, but based on the trends of the first two months and the ship patterns of 2023, ILC shipments might be substantially higher.

That compares to:*

2023: 6.001 million bodies (+1.25%), 9.639 million lenses (-0.92%).
2022: 5.927 million bodies (+10.8%), 9.7 million lenses (+1.6%).
2021: 5.348 million bodies (+0.75%), 9.55 million lenses (+6.1%)
2020: 5.308 million bodies (-37.3%), 9 million lenses (-36.6%)
2019: 8.462 million bodies (-21.4%), 14.2 million lenses (-21.1%)
2018: 10.76 million bodies (-7.9%), 18 million lenses (-6.4%)
2017: 11.68 million bodies (+0.6%) 19.22 million lenses (+0.156%)
2016: 11.61 million bodies (-11.1%), 19.19 million lenses (-11.6%)
2015: 13.06 million bodies (-5.6%), 21.7 million lenses (-5.2%)
2014: 13.84 million bodies (-19.2%), 22.9 million lenses (-14.2%)
2013: 17.13 million bodies (-15%), 26.7 million lenses (-12.2%)

2012: 20.16 million bodies (+28.5%), 30.4 million lenses (+16.9%)

2011: 15.69 million bodies (+21.7%), 26.0 million lenses (+19.9%)
2010: 12.89 million bodies (+30%), 21.69 million lenses (+34.7%)
2009: 9.91 million bodies (+2.2%), 16.1 million lenses (+2.5%)
2008: 9.7 million bodies (+17.4%), 15.7 million lenses (+25.6%)
2007: 8.26 million bodies, 12.5 million lenses
*Bodies = ILC bodies

February 2024:  Cumulative Units & Shipped Value:
(All comparisons to YTD 2023)

DSLR Units : 136.7K +2% YTD
DSLR Shipped Value: ¥6.81 billion +10% YTD

Mirrorless Units: 642K +43% YTD
Mirrorless Shipped Value: ¥76.7 billion +47% YTD

Compact Units: 237.4K +0% YTD
Compact Shipped Value: ¥12.31 billion +28% YTD

Lenses for smaller than 35mm sensors Units: 668K +29% YTD
Lenses for smaller than 35mm sensor Shipped Value: ¥13.8 billion +33% YTD

Lenses for 35mm and larger sensors Units: 614K +5% YTD
Lenses for 35mm and larger sensors Shipped Value: ¥50.6 billion +16% YTD

Cumulative 2024 Mirrorless unit share (of Mirrorless + DSLR): 82.4% (was 77% YTD 2023)
Cumulative 2024 Mirrorless Shipped Value share: 91.9% (was 89.4% YTD 2023)

The ratio of lenses shipped to bodies shipped is 1.65 for YTD 2024.  (was 1.89 for YTD 2023).

Full-year 2024 Geographic Share: (Asia doesn’t include China or Japan)

DSLR:
Units:                   China 09.6%, Asia 09.8%, Japan 5.5%, Europe 32.6%, Americas 41.4%, Other 1.4%
Shipped Value: China 14.9%, Asia 11.3%, Japan 6.1%, Europe 29.0%, Americas 37.6%, Other 1.1%

Mirrorless:
Units:                   China 23.0%, Asia 18.2%, Japan 11.0%, Europe 20.3%, Americas 23.4%, Other 4.1%
Shipped Value: China 24.1%, Asia 18.1%, Japan 09.5%, Europe 19.4%, Americas 23.5%, Other 5.3%

Compacts:
Units:                   China 07.5%, Asia 11.8%, Japan 22.4%, Europe 21.8%, Americas 30.4%, Other 6.2%
Shipped Value: China 11.6%, Asia 14.0%, Japan 13.6%, Europe 23.3%, Americas 30.7%, Other 6.7%

Lenses:
Units:                   China 19.2%, Asia 16.5%, Japan 11.5%, Europe 23.7%, Americas 25.4%, Other 3.7%
Shipped Value: China 24.6%, Asia 17.4%, Japan 10.3%, Europe 21.1%, Americas 21.9%, Other 4.7%

Approximate shipped value per unit (at ¥151.61=$1):

DSLR: $329
Mirrorless: $788
Compact: $342
Lenses: $331

A list of participating CIPA companies can be found here.

Via NikonRumors

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New products announced from DJI, TetherTools, NiSi and more



Tether Tools announced a new TetherGuard LeverLock plate.


→ Another cheap Chinese APS-C mirrorless lens I have not reported yet: Astrhori 14mm f/4.5 ($89).


New Sony savings in the US.


The previously rumored NiSi Athena 18mm T2.2, 40mm T1.9, and 135mm T2.2 cinema lenses are now officially announced (more info available here).


→ The previously rumored DJI RS 4/RS 4 Pro gimbals and the Focus Pro are now officially announced: Adorama | B&H Photo.


25% off Think Tank Photo Backlight backpacks.


How has the camera market changed over the past ten years? (Switzerland market)

Hoya Data Breach

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