Category: Global

Wednesday, October 27, 2021

All future Olympus imaging- and audio-related products will be released under the new OM SYSTEM brand, including an upcoming interchangeable lens camera that will "bring photography to the next level".

Currently in development, the new Micro Four Thirds OM SYSTEM camera will be compact and lightweight and provide an unrivalled photographic experience partly through using computational photographic technology.

All future Olympus imaging- and audio-related products will be released under the new OM SYSTEM brand, including an upcoming interchangeable lens camera that will "bring photography to the next level". Currently in development, the new Micro Four Thirds OM SYSTEM camera will be compact and lightweight and provide an unrivalled…

Thursday, June 25, 2020

Olympus has entered talks to sell its imaging camera business to investment fund Japan Industrial Partners by the end of 2020.

Accounting for about 6% of Olympus in terms of overall revenue, the company's imaging division has posted consecutive losses for the past few years. A rapidly declining market and Covid-19 seem to have prompted Olympus to offload their current portfolio of Micro Four Thirds cameras and lenses.

In the immediate future, "Olympus Imaging will operate with business as usual: we will continue to work on innovative initiatives for our customers and we will launch new products as planned." What happens after 2020 remains to be seen...

Olympus has entered talks to sell its imaging camera business to investment fund Japan Industrial Partners by the end of 2020. Accounting for about 6% of Olympus in terms of overall revenue, the company's imaging division has posted consecutive losses for the past few years. A rapidly declining market and…

Friday, May 15, 2020

Irix have just announced that their range of lenses and other accessories are now available in Japan through the distributor Kenko Professional Imaging.

Irix have just announced that their range of lenses and other accessories are now available in Japan through the distributor Kenko Professional Imaging.

Monday, December 2, 2019

This year Black Friday falls on 29th November, but the best camera deals have already got underway in the week leading up to it.

We've been busy scouring the internet and checking our groaning email inbox to bring you the hottest deals on DSLRs, mirrorless, compacts, lenses, accessories and software.

And if you see a great deal that we've not listed here, make sure to let us know!

This year Black Friday falls on 29th November, but the best camera deals have already got underway in the week leading up to it. We've been busy scouring the internet and checking our groaning email inbox to bring you the hottest deals on DSLRs, mirrorless, compacts, lenses, accessories and software…

Friday, September 20, 2019

Leica, Nikon and Olympus will not be participating in Photokina 2020, the annual trade fair for the photographic industry. The next Photokina runs from 27th-30th May 2020.

Leica, Nikon and Olympus will not be participating in Photokina 2020, the annual trade fair for the photographic industry. The next Photokina runs from 27th-30th May 2020.

Tuesday, September 25, 2018

Panasonic has announced the launch of LUMIX PRO, a hub for its LUMIX professional users that will provide an extensive support and service network while developing the needs of creative professionals. LUMIX PRO is an expansion of the Lumix Professional Services programme currently running in Japan. LUMIX GH4, GH4R, GH5, GH5s and G9 customers will be able to register for LUMIX PRO services within the US, Germany, UK, France, Italy and Spain

Panasonic has announced the launch of LUMIX PRO, a hub for its LUMIX professional users that will provide an extensive support and service network while developing the needs of creative professionals. LUMIX PRO is an expansion of the Lumix Professional Services programme currently running in Japan. LUMIX GH4, GH4R, GH5…

Monday, February 12, 2018

In collaboration with Hasselblad and seven professional photographers, IKEA will sell a selection of pictures from the Hasselblad Master Award extensive catalogue. 

In collaboration with Hasselblad and seven professional photographers, IKEA will sell a selection of pictures from the Hasselblad Master Award extensive catalogue. 

Friday, February 9, 2018

Hasselblad is proud to announce the latest addition to its growing brand stores and experience studios. In partnership with DJI’s New York office, the New York Studio offers the photography community a chance to interact with Hasselblad directly.

Hasselblad is proud to announce the latest addition to its growing brand stores and experience studios. In partnership with DJI’s New York office, the New York Studio offers the photography community a chance to interact with Hasselblad directly.

Thursday, January 11, 2018

Canon ranked third for the number of U.S. patents awarded in 2017, has been in the top five for 32 consecutive years, and first among Japanese companies for thirteen years running.

Canon ranked third for the number of U.S. patents awarded in 2017, has been in the top five for 32 consecutive years, and first among Japanese companies for thirteen years running.

Wednesday, January 10, 2018

KODAKCoin is a new photo-centric cryptocurrency designed to empower photographers and agencies to take greater control in image rights management. “Kodak has always sought to democratize photography and make licensing fair to artists. These technologies give the photography community an innovative and easy way to do just that.” said Kodak CEO Jeff Clarke. The initial coin offering will open on January 31, 2018 and is open to accredited investors from the U.S., UK, Canada and other select countries.

KODAKCoin is a new photo-centric cryptocurrency designed to empower photographers and agencies to take greater control in image rights management. “Kodak has always sought to democratize photography and make licensing fair to artists. These technologies give the photography community an innovative and easy way to do just that.” said Kodak…

Saturday, December 16, 2017

The Nikon Storytellers Scholarship is open to undergraduate or graduate students in the United States or Canada pursuing degrees in visual arts, fine arts, journalism, film, photography and multimedia/content creation. Eligible students can apply to be one of ten individuals awarded with an academic scholarship of $10,000 USD, to help foster their growth as visual storytellers and content creators. 

The Nikon Storytellers Scholarship is open to undergraduate or graduate students in the United States or Canada pursuing degrees in visual arts, fine arts, journalism, film, photography and multimedia/content creation. Eligible students can apply to be one of ten individuals awarded with an academic scholarship of $10,000 USD, to help…

Monday, December 11, 2017

Leica recorded revenue growth of more than 6% from April 1st 2016 to March 31st 2017, bucking the overall downward trend in the global camera market, which declined by around 10 per cent in the same period. Leica's overall revenue figure of almost 400 million euros was achieved by a systematic realignment of the company that has taken place in recent years, including the setting up of an in-house retail distribution division, and a focus on the Chinese market, with plans to open 20 to 30 more stores.

Leica recorded revenue growth of more than 6% from April 1st 2016 to March 31st 2017, bucking the overall downward trend in the global camera market, which declined by around 10 per cent in the same period. Leica's overall revenue figure of almost 400 million euros was achieved by a…

Friday, December 8, 2017

Pixedo.com is a new online store with more than 5000 specialised photo and video products available.

Pixedo.com is a new online store with more than 5000 specialised photo and video products available.

Thursday, November 30, 2017

Hasselblad’s new online store is now open in the USA, China, UK, Germany and France. During the opening week of the online store, customers will be eligible to receive a five percent (5%) discount on the award winning X1D and the XCD 45mm and 90mm lenses. In addition, for every customer purchasing an H6D-50c or H6D-100c camera, an H System Camera Hard Case will be included. This offer will end on December 7th, 2017. The online store follows closely behind the new Hasselblad website and the ‘Rent a Hasselblad’ program that was launched earlier in November.

Hasselblad’s new online store is now open in the USA, China, UK, Germany and France. During the opening week of the online store, customers will be eligible to receive a five percent (5%) discount on the award winning X1D and the XCD 45mm and 90mm lenses. In addition, for every…

Monday, October 30, 2017

Nikon today announced that operations of their consolidated subsidiary Nikon Imaging China (NIC) will be discontinued. In practice, this means the closure of a factory in Wuxi City, Jiangsu Province, which used to manufacture digital compact cameras, as well as lens units. Nikon says, "due to the rise of smartphones, the compact digital camera market has been shrinking rapidly, leading to a significant decrease in operating rate at NIC and creating a difficult business environment." In future, the Nikon will focus more on high value-added products - which probably means DSLR cameras, flashguns and interchangeable Nikkor lenses. The closure of the Wuxi City plant is effective today. Nikon Imaging (China) Sales Co., Ltd. (NICS), the company’s sales subsidiary in Shanghai, continues in full operation as normal.

Nikon today announced that operations of their consolidated subsidiary Nikon Imaging China (NIC) will be discontinued. In practice, this means the closure of a factory in Wuxi City, Jiangsu Province, which used to manufacture digital compact cameras, as well as lens units. Nikon says, "due to the rise of smartphones…

Friday, October 6, 2017

The Drone Major Group is the first company in the world to provide an integrated suite of products and services to every part of the rapidly-evolving global drone industry. Central to Drone Major Group is the launch of a new portal - Drone Major, the World’s first online portal which will provide critical connectivity to one of the fastest growing industries predicted to reach $100billion by 2020. The new portal facilitates the sale of drones and drone-related equipment and services throughout the world.

The Drone Major Group is the first company in the world to provide an integrated suite of products and services to every part of the rapidly-evolving global drone industry. Central to Drone Major Group is the launch of a new portal - Drone Major, the World’s first online portal which…

Tuesday, October 3, 2017

The World Press Photo Foundation has just launched its new 6x6 Global Talent Programme. This new initiative will identify six under-recognised visual storytellers from each of the world’s six continents, and connect them to a global audience. World Press Photo is compiling a diverse group of nominators, working in visual storytelling on a public level around the world, to nominate candidates for review from each global region. World Press Photo is actively seeking suggestions or applications to become a nominator. Once nominated, candidates from the current region will be asked to submit a portfolio of recent work. There is no age limit for nominees, a range of visual storytelling – including photography and film – is encouraged, and creative processes are not limited. The first region to be included in the programme is Southeast Asia and Oceania. Acknowledging the importance of local experience and knowledge, the two selectors from the current global region are Ng Swan-Ti, photographer and managing director of PannaFoto Institute (Indonesia); and Heidi Romano, photographer and festival director (Australia).

The World Press Photo Foundation has just launched its new 6x6 Global Talent Programme. This new initiative will identify six under-recognised visual storytellers from each of the world’s six continents, and connect them to a global audience. World Press Photo is compiling a diverse group of nominators, working in visual…

Monday, October 2, 2017

Vitec Photographic, the company behid the Gitzo and Manfrotto brands, has announced its collaboration with Sony in the imaging market. The collaboration, which was announced at Gitzo's 100-year anniversary event in Tokyo, will start with a brand new line of products developed for Sony’s α-series interchangeable-lens cameras. The range will include new Manfrotto and Gitzo tripods, plates, photo and video heads targeted at professionals. A customised version of Digital Director will complement the new range of products that will be showcased at events and tradeshows worldwide throughout 2018.

Vitec Photographic, the company behid the Gitzo and Manfrotto brands, has announced its collaboration with Sony in the imaging market. The collaboration, which was announced at Gitzo's 100-year anniversary event in Tokyo, will start with a brand new line of products developed for Sony’s α-series interchangeable-lens cameras. The range will…

Thursday, September 7, 2017

Fujifilm is collaborating with Magnum Photos on a major new project exploring the subject of "HOME". An exhibition of the work will tour to seven cities around the world starting in March 2018, and be accompanied by a photobook.

Fujifilm is collaborating with Magnum Photos on a major new project exploring the subject of "HOME". An exhibition of the work will tour to seven cities around the world starting in March 2018, and be accompanied by a photobook.

Friday, September 1, 2017

Matthias Harsch has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of Leica Camera. A Leica Board Member, Harsch has been responsible for Sales, Retail and Marketing & Corporate Communications since April 2017. Prior to being named CEO of Leica Camera, Harsch led a successful turnaround as the CEO of LOEWE AG, spent a number of years at the helm of the Bizerba Group as a director and served as a partner at Candidus Management Consulting.

Matthias Harsch has been appointed Chief Executive Officer of Leica Camera. A Leica Board Member, Harsch has been responsible for Sales, Retail and Marketing & Corporate Communications since April 2017. Prior to being named CEO of Leica Camera, Harsch led a successful turnaround as the CEO of LOEWE AG, spent…