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New information on Fujifilm’s next camera, the X-T50, has recently leaked providing some insight into its performance. According to Fuji Rumors, the device will sport in-body image stabilization (IBIS). This feature will reduce the amount of camera shake to ensure crystal-clear photographs. It’s a piece of tech that can also be found on the higher-end Fujifilm X-T5. What's more, the X-T50 is said to house a 40 MP X-Trans V image sensor just like its counterpart This could mean the new camera might perform just as well as the X-T5, capable of taking the same level of high-quality photographs. However, as NotebookCheck points out, this is unlikely since the X-T50 is supposed to be a budget model. Fujifilm won’t want to cannibalize sales of the X-T5 so the publication theorizes that the company will hold back their new device in some way. The X-T50 could house older hardware like the X Processor 4 instead of the more recent X Processor 5. Certain functions, like the SD card slot, may be “significantly degraded.” NotebookCheck doesn't expand on this idea, but it could mean there'll only be a single SD card slot onboard, for example. Little cuts like these would keep prices low. Possible pricing Because the X-T50 is slated to receive a hardware upgrade, there’s a good chance it’ll still cost more than the $900 X-T30 II. No word on how much it’ll cost. That X-Trans sensor and IBIS implementation will bump up the price tag regardless of any cost cutting measures by Fujifilm. We won’t have to wait long to receive more details. Fuji Rumors claims the X-T50 will be officially announced on May 16 at the company’s X Summit event taking place in Sydney, Australia. Alongside it will be the Fujiflim GFX100SII and the Fujinon XF14-50mm f/2.8-4.8 kit lens. Little is known about either although images for the latter did surface. Sources close to the publication state it’ll receive features normally found on “higher-end lenses” like an internal zoom mechanism. Until then, check out TechRadar's list of the best camera for 2024. You might also like The best instant camera 2024: top retro models from Polaroid to InstaxCompact cameras are making a comeback as demand for Nikon Coolpix soars by over 8,000% – and it's little to do with camerasThe Sony A9 III is the best camera I've ever used for flash photography portraits – here's why View the full article

The first leaked image of a Fujifilm X-T50 has appeared on WeiboIt only shows the camera's logo but hints at an imminent launchFujifilm's next X Summit event is scheduled for May 16 The staggering popularity of the Fujifilm X100VI means it can be tricky figuring out where to buy one, but a new leak suggests another small, retro Fujifilm camera could launch soon – and it could be the more versatile choice. As spotted by Fuji Rumors, the first image of the rumored Fujifilm X-T50 has appeared on the Chinese social media site Weibo. Well, when we say image, we mean a somewhat blurry close-up of the camera's name below a Fujifilm dial on the camera's top-left corner. That doesn't tell us a whole lot on its own, but it does make the rumored arrival of the Fujifilm X-T50 (which would replace one of the world's best travel cameras, the Fujfilm X-T30 II) look increasingly likely. Last week, Fujifilm announced that its next X Summit event – where it typically announces new products – will be on May 16 in Sydney, Australia. And while there's no official schedule for the event, recent speculation from Fuji Rumors suggests that the X-T50 and a new XF16-50mm f/2.8-4.5 kit lens are the most likely arrivals. There would likely be significant differences between the Fujifilm X100VI and X-T50. The X100VI is a fixed-lens compact camera, so you're stuck with its 23mm f/2 lens. That's part of its compact charm, but it can also be limiting unless you're happy to use its in-camera crop modes. If the X-T50 follows the usual X-T series style, it'll be like a miniature version of the Fujifilm X-T5 with interchangeable lenses. And given the latter is one of the best mirrorless cameras you can buy right now, that could make it a very popular choice indeed for keen amateurs. X100VI vs X-T50: which would be best? A rough idea of the size difference between the Fujfilm X100VI (left) and the current X-T30 II (right). (Image credit: Fujifilm) The Fujifilm X100VI's fixed lens means it sneaks into our guide to the best compact cameras, where it's currently in the number one spot. But the X-T series isn't much bigger than Fuji's hit camera – the current X-T30 II, for example, is actually narrower (by 10mm) and not much taller, even if it is 14mm thicker. The X-T series also comes with a much bigger viewfinder and the option of interchangeable lenses, making it more versatile. You can pair it with a little lens like the XF23mm f/2 for a similar experience to the X100VI but also get the option of switching to a different focal length or even a zoom. The X-T30 II's small size means there is a limit to the kinds of lenses you can comfortably pair it with, and the X100VI is undoubtedly more of a purist's choice with a classic design. But if you're looking for a small travel camera or one that's ideal for family or street shooting, we'd recommend waiting to see what Fujifilm announces at its next X-Summit. There haven't been any specific X-T50 specs leaks yet, but it's fair to assume that it would adopt Fujifilm's latest fifth-generation 40MP sensor and X-Processor 5 (the same as the X100VI). And with virtually no rumors about new models in Fujifilm's X-E or X-Pro lines, the X-T50 could be the most promising option for fans of small, APS-C mirrorless cameras. You might also like Fujifilm X100VI review: everyday delightFujifilm X-T50 rumored to follow up the in-demand X100VI – and it could be the better buyRicoh GR III gets a dreamy successor, but it's not the GR IV I was hoping for View the full article

Apple is testing a new anti-reflective optical coating technology for future iPhone cameras that could improve the quality of photos by reducing artifacts like lens flare and ghosting, claims a rumor out of Korea. According to the news aggregator account "yeux1122" on the Naver blog, citing a company source within Apple's supply chain, Apple is looking at introducing new atomic layer deposition (ALD) equipment into the iPhone camera lens manufacturing process. ALD involves depositing materials one atomic layer at a time onto a substrate, allowing for extremely precise control over thickness and composition. Its use allows manufacturers to apply very thin layers of materials onto semiconductor devices, including camera components. In terms of camera lenses, ALD can be used to apply anti-reflective coatings, which can help to reduce photographic artifacts like streaks of light and halos that can occur in the final image when a bright light source such as the sun shines directly into the lens. iPhone 16 Pro Expected Later This Year With These 12 New Features ALD can also reduce ghosting, a type of image distortion where faint, secondary images appear in the photo, typically opposite a bright light source. This happens when light reflects back and forth between the surfaces of the lens elements and the camera sensor. In addition, ALD-applied materials can protect against environmental damage to the camera lens system without affecting the sensor's ability to capture light effectively. The Naver blog claims that the manufacturing process will be applied to a "Pro model" in Apple's "next-generation" iPhone lineup, which sounds like a reference to one or both premium models in the iPhone 16 series, although given the timing of the rumor, the possibility that this method is being tested for next year's iPhone 17 Pro models should not be discounted. Seven Reasons to Wait for Next Year's iPhone 17 Both upcoming iPhone 16 Pro models are expected to include a tetraprism lens with up to 5x optical zoom – a feature that is currently exclusive to the iPhone 15 Pro Max in Apple's smartphone lineup. Apple usually launches its new-generation iPhones around mid-September.Related Roundup: iPhone 16 ProTag: Naver This article, "iPhone 16 Pro Camera May Be Less Prone to Lens Flare and Ghosting" first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums View the full article

We’ve all been there. The pandemic forced many of us to work from home and that meant getting used to being on camera. But sometimes our cameras failed to work. In this how to we cover the biggest “gotcha” to impact many Windows users. View the full article