Save Big On Memory Cards And Storage Products (at B&H Photo)

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B&H Photo has a rich offer on discounted storage products and memory cards.

For World Backup Day you can go for solid discounts on memory and storage products at B&H Photo.

Who doesn’t need a memory card?

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Canon Patent: Drone Camera Pan/tilt Assembly And Mount

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Here is a somewhat different Canon patent application. A drone camera pan/tilt assembly.

Canon patent application 2022-046746 discusses methods and technology for a drone camera assembly.

[Problem] To provide an imaging device which can be miniaturized.

A camera 100 includes a tilt unit 40 having a lens unit 50, a base unit 20, a pan unit 40 erected from the base unit 20 and rotatably supporting the tilt unit 40, and a tilt drive unit 350 for rotationally driving the tilt unit 30. The tilt drive unit 350 has a drive unit 351 for transmitting a drive force, and the tilt drive unit 350 is disposed on the pan chassis 311 of the pan unit 30 so that the drive unit 351 is in pressure contact with the lens unit 50.

[…]

In particular, in order to finely control the rotation in the tilt direction, it is necessary to greatly reduce the rotation of the motor, so that a plurality of pulleys and timing belts are required, and the tilt drive mechanism becomes large. As a result, the image pickup device consisting of the camera and the rotation drive mechanism also becomes large, and the degree of freedom of mounting on the handlebar of the drone or bicycle may be reduced, and in particular, the weight of the image pickup device may exceed the maximum load capacity in the drone. ..
An object of the present invention is to provide an electronic device, an image pickup device, and a mobile body that can be miniaturized.

More Canon patent applications are listed here. Some particularly interesting patent applications we think might get into production are these:

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Canon Announced Free Online Version Of PosterArtist (create professional-looking posters & banners)

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For more information about PosterArtist and to access the online version of PosterArtist, please click here.

Canon press release:

Canon U.S.A. Announces an Online Version of PosterArtist, Adding New Value for Many Canon Printer Customers

A new user interface and wide-ranging design options can help stimulate creativity for varying skill levels

MELVILLE, NY, March 8, 2022 – Users will have more options for creating stylish posters, flyers and other media as Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, announced the launch of an online version of PosterArtist. This free online application provides two main paths at the top of the page to access the poster-creation process, providing the end-user choices to select from various applications based on the desired format, while also maintaining the option to choose from a variety of pre-designed templates. These templates are available in various themes, such as food and beverage, retail, sale, and many more.

“Users can create stylish posters using this new online version and we’re excited to provide wider options and support so that everyone can more easily execute their creative vision,” said Shinichi “Sam” Yoshida, executive vice president and general manager, Canon U.S.A., Inc. “This new free online version can also add value to existing Canon devices, as high-quality flyers and posters designed on PosterArtist can be printed by compatible imagePROGRAF, PIXMA, imageRUNNER ADVANCE, imageCLASS, imagePRESS and MAXIFY series printers.”

PosterArtist is a poster creation program designed for all levels of users to create professional-looking posters, banners and signage. This application offers prepopulated templates in various categories, including education, business, health, travel, hospitality and many others that the user can customize to fit their needs.

This application keeps both business and personal users in mind while helping to meet content creators’ needs. This free application can be run on both Windows and Mac platforms and supports compatible models of Canon devices including the imagePROGRAF, PIXMA, imageRUNNER ADVANCE, imageCLASS, imagePRESS and MAXIFY series.

The online version of PosterArtist incorporates a new user interface (UI) and user experience (UE) to help meet the printing demands of all skill levels. This new UI can assist users in creating original designs by altering text, backgrounds and photos of selected templates. The “Auto Design” function can be utilized to generate design ideas based on users’ category selections and themes when title and image searches are selected.

It also features the ability to add the look of gold or silver texture to text, graphics and backgrounds. Canon’s unique technology allows it to express four different textured looks in gold or silver to enhance the output. Users can choose from a wide selection of images from third-party photo service providers including Pexels, Pixabay and Unsplash with millions of photos to choose from, or users can choose to import their own photos. The web version is compatible with the new imagePROGRAF GP Series printers, using a Fluorescent Pink Ink and Canon’s Radiant Infusion technology designed to help produce vivid colors and create impactful posters.

Pinhole Pro Max: World’s Most Advanced Pinhole Lens Is Available For Preorder

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Want a modern pinhole lens? You can preroder the Pinhole Pro Max lens on Kickstarter.

But what is the Pinhole Pro Max?

Our experts have created the world’s firs t multi-aperture viable focal length dual adjustment design. This revolutionizes the Pinhole lens industry as no other company has ever come close to what we achieved with our upcoming release.

Pinhole Pro Max – The Most Advanced Pinhole Lens In The World

March 22, 2022. After a small break, Thnigyfy is proud to announce the launch of the Kickstarter campaign for the newest addition to the Pinhole Pro family – Pinhole Pro Max.

Since its triumphant debut on Kickstarter with Pinhole Pro (first in the Pinhole Pro series) back in 2016, the company has successfully conquered the niche of pinhole lenses and strengthened its position as such with 2 more Kickstarter launches for Pinhole Pro ($329,287 raised) and Pinhole Pro X ($462,923 raised). With more than 10,000 products delivered throughout the past 6 yeast, Thingyfy is the most trusted camera equipment producer among crowdfunding backers.
Pinhole Pro Max is the world’s first successful attempt at combining six apertures and variable focal lengths in one lightweight and durable lens design. This is the most advanced pinhole lens in the world getting people back to the roots of photography.

KEY FEATURES.

Pinhole is photography and videography art in its most original form. However, achieving those unforgettable aesthetics requires high precision engineering and modern state-of-the-art manufacturing technologies.

  • 6 apertures: The Pinhole Pro Max comes with different aperture sizes, that allow you to have more creative control over the images that you capture. It encapsulates from 0.15 to 0.5mm precision pinhole aperture, made with micrometer accuracy.
  • Variable Focal Length: The Pinhole Pro Max is the world’s first multi-aperture camera lens that comes with a variable focal length adjustment design, making it THE most advanced pinhole photography and video equipment in the world.
  • Universal lens mount: You can use your Pinhole Pro Max with a camera, regardless of the mount type. Thanks to its universal lens mount add-on it fits all popular camera mounts. This is advantageous because it allows photographers and videographers to use this lens on a variety of cameras without having to purchase multiple lens options.

You’ll also be surprised at how lightweight and minimalistically solid is the body carrying this never-before-seen lens. Your new lens is cut out from a single piece of aviation aluminum, using the precision CNC and micro-drilling. It’s also incredibly compact (up to 171gr) and small, becoming a perfect attribute to your next journey around the world or a friend/family gathering.

Whether you are a professional photo/videographer looking for enhancing your gallery collection with artistic and out-of-the-box visuals or an amateur with little or no skills in editing, Pinhole Pro Max is the perfect piece of equipment to deliver the next-level retro-style content you need.

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Pinhole Pro Max

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

Focal Lengths: 50mm (DSLR) and 26mm (Mirrorless)
Pinhole Sizes: 0.1mm, 0.15mm, 0.2mm, 0.25mm,0.3mm, 0.35mm, 0.5mm, 0.8mm
Lens Mount: Canon EOS/EF, Nikon F, Sony A, Sony E, Fuji X, Micro 4/3 (MFT), Pentax K
Threads: 58mm
Front Diameter: 62.2mm
Total Depth:50mm
Weight171g (DSLR) 161.5g (mirrorless)
Body: Anodized Aluminum Alloy

AVAILABILITY:

Pinhole Pro Max is currently available on Kickstarter with a starting price point of $259. (Limited time offer)

Canon No. 1 In Global Interchangeable-Lens Digital Camera Market For 19 Consecutive Years

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Canon is no. 1. Period. :-)

Canon press release:

Canon Celebrates 19th Consecutive Year of No. 1 Share of Global Interchangeable-Lens Digital Camera Market

MELVILLE, NY, March 28, 2022 – Canon Inc. announced today that the company’s interchangeable-lens digital cameras (digital SLR and mirrorless cameras) have maintained the No. 1 share of the global market for 19 consecutive years1 from 2003 to 2021.

Canon develops the key imaging system components featured in its EOS series of digital interchangeable-lens cameras — including CMOS image sensors, image processors and interchangeable lenses—under the core notion of, “Speed, Comfort and High Image Quality.” Amassing together a wide-ranging product lineup—from high-performance flagship models that are go-to tools for professionals to entry-level models that allow users to enjoy high-image-quality shooting with easy operation, as well as a wide variety of RF and EF series lenses that make possible a broad spectrum of creative expression—Canon continues to support the diverse needs of customers.

During the dawn of digital SLR cameras, Canon introduced its breakthrough EOS Kiss Digital in Japan (EOS Digital Rebel or EOS 300D in other regions) in September 2003. This groundbreaking camera, which was competitively priced and featured a compact, lightweight design, captured the top share of the global market and set the stage for growth in the digital SLR market. Since that time, Canon has continued to launch a range of revolutionary products, including the professional-model EOS-1D series and the EOS 5D series, which paved the way for digital SLR video recording. Launched in October 2018, the EOS R System was born from Canon’s desire to construct the ideal lens mount and maximize the appeal of its new RF lenses. Canon has since continued to expand the range of imaging creativity and new possibilities for visual expression, including the release of the EOS R5—the first Canon camera to feature 8K video recording2—in July 2020.

In 2021, Canon announced the EOS R3 full-frame mirrorless camera (released in November 2021) featuring the high performance and reliability demanded by professional and enthusiast users, alongside eight new RF lenses3. While further expanding its lineup through such new launches as the EOS VR System, Canon managed to secure the No. 1 share of the global market for the 19th consecutive year.

Canon will continue to enhance its diverse imaging technologies based on its core optical technology while further strengthening and expanding the EOS series of cameras and RF and EF series of lenses, opening up new avenues of image capture to meet the needs of increasingly diverse users and to promote the spread of photo and video culture.

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Hot: Sigma 28mm f/1.4 DG HSM ART Lens for Canon EF – $699 (reg. $1399)

Sigma 28mm f/1.4 Art deal
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Adorama has a pretty rad deal on the excellent Sigma 28mm f/1.4 DG HSM ART Lens for Canon EF mount.

At a glance:

  • EF-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
  • Aperture Range: f/1.4 to f/16
  • Two FLD Elements, Three SLD Elements
  • Three Aspherical Elements
  • Super Multi-Layer Coating
  • Hyper Sonic AF Motor, Manual Override
  • Weather-Sealed, Protective Front Coating
  • Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm
  • Compatible with Sigma USB Dock

Get the Sigma 28mm f/1.4 DG HSM ART Lens for Canon EF mount on sale at $699. Compare at $1,399.

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