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OmniVision Launches New OV50X Sensor Boasting 18 Stops of Dynamic Range

OmniVision has introduced the OV50X, a flagship-grade Type-1 (1-inch) image sensor designed for premium smartphones, boasting what it claims is the highest dynamic range in the mobile industry—“close to” 110 decibels, or roughly 18 stops. This marks a major leap in smartphone imaging, rivaling even some medium-format sensors in theory.

Powered by TheiaCel and DCG HDR technologies, the OV50X uses lateral overflow integration capacitor (LOFIC) to enhance low-light performance and minimize motion artifacts by capturing dual-gain exposures in a single frame. With 50 megapixels, 1.6-micron pixels, and quad phase detection autofocus, it promises sharp, high-quality images across diverse lighting conditions.

The sensor supports 4-cell binning, producing 12.5MP images at 180 FPS and three-channel HDR at 60 FPS. It can also shoot 8K video using dual analog gain HDR and on-sensor crop zooming. Built with PureCel Plus-S stacked technology, it delivers enhanced low-light efficiency and autofocus coverage across the entire frame.

While real-world performance remains to be seen, the OV50X sets a high bar for mobile photography. Sampling is underway, with mass production expected in Q3 2025. If it delivers on its claims, it could pose serious competition to dominant players like Sony and Samsung in the smartphone camera space.

iPhone 17 & 17 Pro Max: What To Expect From Apple In September

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Apple is gearing up to launch the iPhone 17 series in September 2025, with leaks hinting at a debut between September 11–13. The lineup is expected to bring major upgrades across the board.

The iPhone 17 is expected to start at ₹79,900, while the iPhone 17 Pro Max may be priced around ₹1,44,900. Design-wise, both phones will likely feature aluminium-glass builds, with anti-reflective coating to reduce glare and scratches. The iPhone 17 may retain a vertical pill-shaped camera, while the Pro Max could flaunt a rectangular camera bar with triple lenses.

Camera upgrades are significant: the iPhone 17 may feature a 48MP main and 12MP ultra-wide lens, while the Pro Max could boast three 48MP lenses, including a tetra-prism telephoto lens with 5x optical zoom. Both models may get a new 24MP front camera.

The iPhone 17 is expected to have a 6.3-inch display, while the Pro Max may offer a 6.9-inch screen. ProMotion (120Hz refresh rate) could finally arrive on the standard model. Under the hood, the iPhone 17 may run on the A19 chip, with the Pro Max powered by the A19 Pro.

More details are likely as the official launch nears.

Nikon India Launches Z5II

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Nikon India has launched the Z5II, a full-frame mirrorless camera designed for professionals and enthusiasts alike. Built to perform in demanding conditions, it offers exceptional image and video quality, even in low light, thanks to its advanced autofocus, powerful stabilization, and cutting-edge EXPEED 7 image processor.

The 24.5MP Z5II features a 5-axis in-body Vibration Reduction (VR) system with up to 7.5 stops, and an impressive -10EV autofocus detection range — the lowest in Nikon’s camera line up. It supports 4K video recording at 60p in DX mode, 30p in FX mode (oversampled from 6K), Full HD at up to 120p, and 12-bit N-RAW, with support for N-Log, HLG, and SDR, offering enhanced colour grading options for creators.

Its deep learning-based AI enhances real-time subject recognition and exposure optimization, ensuring sharp focus and accurate results. It can track people, pets, and various vehicles, adapting seamlessly to dynamic shooting scenarios.

The Z5II introduces Nikon’s first dedicated Picture Control button on an FX-format mirrorless body, allowing quick access to up to nine customizable Imaging Recipes, promoting creativity and ease of use. It also features a bright 3.2” vari-angle LCD, a 3000 cd/m² EVF for excellent visibility in sunlight, 273-point Single-Point AF and 299-point Auto-Area AF for composition flexibility, and up to 125 minutes of continuous video recording.

Compatible with Nikon’s Z Mount system and various connectivity options, the Z5II is a versatile, high-performance tool tailored for modern content creators.

Apple Intelligence Features Available in India

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Apple has introduced Apple Intelligence, a personal AI system designed to enhance productivity while prioritizing privacy. Available in multiple languages, including localized English for Singapore and India, it is integrated into iOS 18.4, iPadOS 18.4, and macOS Sequoia 15.4.

Key Features

Writing Tools: Users can rewrite, proofread, and summarize text in Mail, Messages, Notes, and third-party apps. They can refine tone, improve grammar, and generate summaries in various formats.
Photo Enhancements: The Clean Up tool removes unwanted objects from images. Memories lets users create movies by simply describing a theme, while Natural Language Search enables easy content retrieval in Photos.
Image Playground & Genmoji: Users can design images with themes, costumes, and accessories in distinct styles (Animation, Illustration, Sketch). Genmoji allows custom emoji creation based on descriptions or personal photos.

Enhanced Siri & ChatGPT Integration: Siri is more conversational and can maintain context. ChatGPT is integrated into Siri and Writing Tools, allowing users to generate content or seek expertise without switching apps. Users retain full control over when and how ChatGPT is used.
Visual Intelligence: Helps identify plants, animals, and landmarks, translate text, and create calendar events from images. Users can also use ChatGPT to explain complex diagrams.
Smarter Notes & Calls: Users can transcribe and summarize recordings from the Phone and Notes apps.
Priority Messages & Notifications: Important emails are highlighted in Mail, and smart summaries help users quickly scan messages. The Reduce Interruptions focus mode filters only urgent notifications.

Privacy & Security

Apple Intelligence prioritizes on-device processing, ensuring most AI tasks run locally. For complex requests, Private Cloud Compute leverages Apple’s silicon-powered servers while maintaining user privacy. Independent experts can inspect server-side code to verify security.

Apple Intelligence represents a major step forward in AI-driven productivity, while upholding Apple’s commitment to privacy.

Canon India Announces RF 20mm F/1.4 L VCM

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Canon has also expanded its RF Hybrid Primes line up with the RF 20 mm f/1.4 L VCM lens. Joining the 24 mm, 35 mm, and 50 mm f/1.4 lenses, this ultra-wide-angle lens offers smooth autofocus, minimal focus breathing, and a physical iris ring for video shooters. Weighing 519g, it has a 67 mm filter thread, a rear filter holder, and is dust-resistant.

Designed for both stills and video, the lens features built-in focus breathing reduction for stable compositions, smooth subject tracking, and silent operation. Its high-thrust VCM ensures precise, rapid autofocus, while a clickless iris ring allows seamless aperture adjustments during filming. The lens shares consistent size, weight, and controls with Canon’s other f/1.4L VCM primes, reducing the need for rebalancing when swapping lenses.

Optically, the RF 20mm F1.4L VCM introduces BR optics to minimize chromatic aberration, along with aspherical elements that correct distortions like sagittal coma flare—perfect for astrophotography. ASC and SWC coatings reduce flare and ghosting, ensuring crisp, high-resolution images even in challenging lighting. With its outstanding image quality and future-proof design for 8K imaging, this lens is a must-have for professionals seeking both precision and versatility.

The Canon RF 20mm F/1.4 L VCM is priced at ₹1,58,995.

Canon India launches EOS R50V Camera with RF-S 14-30mm F4-6.3 IS STM PZ Lens

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Canon has unveiled the EOS R50 V and RF-S 14-30mm F4-6.3 IS STM PZ, designed for next-gen content creators. The EOS R50 V, a video-centric camera without a viewfinder, featuring a design optimized for vertical shooting, enhanced ergonomics, and a dedicated button layout for seamless video creation. It supports Canon Log 3, oversampled 4K 30p, cropped 4K 60p, and Full HD 120p recording.

With features like Cinema View, Slow & Fast Motion mode, and professional tools like false colors and zebras, creators can achieve cinematic results. Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, Register People Priority, and Movie Digital IS enhance autofocus and stabilization. The camera also supports XF-HEVC S / XF-AVC S formats, Custom Pictures, LUTs, and 3-mic noise reduction for professional workflows.

For livestreaming, the EOS R50 V offers multiple connection methods, including USB-C and HDMI, with cropped 4K 60p streaming. The Smooth Skin Movie mode and Movie for Close-Up Demos AF further refine content.

The RF-S 14-30mm F4-6.3 IS STM PZ is Canon’s first RF lens with built-in power zoom, offering smooth servo zooming via the lens, camera controls, or a smartphone app. Its lightweight design maintains balance on gimbals, while 5-axis image stabilization ensures steady shots. The lens’ 22.4-48mm equivalent focal length makes it versatile for wide and close-up shooting, with a 0.15m close focus and 0.38x magnification for detailed content creation.

Canon EOS R50V + RF-S 14-30mm kit is priced at ₹79,995 and the RF-S 14-30mm lens is priced at ₹33,995

Sony India launches 400-800mm Super Telephoto Zoom Lens at ₹264,990

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Sony India has announced the FE 400-800mm F6.3-8 G OSS, its first 800mm super-telephoto zoom G Lens. Designed for wildlife, sports, birding, and landscapes, this lens offers high-resolution performance, fast autofocus, and superior stability with an inner-zoom mechanism that maintains its center of gravity.

With six ED glass elements, an 11-blade circular aperture for smooth bokeh, and advanced coatings to reduce flare, the lens ensures outstanding clarity. Two precision linear motors enable fast, silent autofocus, keeping up with the A9 III’s 120 fps burst speed. A focus range switch and focus hold buttons enhance usability.

Optical image stabilization allows handheld shooting without blur, while a durable, dust and moisture-resistant design ensures reliability. The tripod mount foot rotates easily for horizontal or vertical orientation. This lens is also compatible with 1.4x and 2x teleconverters, extending the range up to 1600mm.

The Sony 400-800mm F6.3-8 G OSS will be available across Sony stores and dealers in India from March 17, 2025, for ₹264,990.

Nikon India announces ‘Through Her Lens’ Season 4 Contest to celebrate Women in Visual Storytelling

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Nikon India Private Ltd. recently announced the launch of “Through Her Lens”, Season 4, a contest dedicated to recognise and celebrate the immense contribution of women in photography. The contest will remain open for submissions until March 31, 2025, inviting both women professionals and enthusiasts to participate and showcase their unique perspectives and creative storytelling.

Sajjan Kumar, Managing Director, Nikon India Pvt. Ltd., expressed his thoughts on the occasion, saying, “At Nikon, we believe that women professionals bring a unique strength and individuality to the world of imaging. Through ‘Through Her Lens’ Season 4, we aim to amplify the voices and stories of women from diverse backgrounds who have made remarkable contributions to the industry. This
contest serves as a platform for creative expression and storytelling, capturing beauty in its most profound moments. Our goal is to celebrate their achievements, inspire aspiring talents, and reinforce the fact that women are shaping the visual narratives of our world on equal footing. Let’s honour the power of women behind the camera—because the world looks even more inspiring through their lens.”

With a strong emphasis on both videography and photography, this year’s theme highlights the distinctive way women perceive and capture the world—not just through their eyes, but through their lens. Beyond merely taking pictures, participants are encouraged to create bold visual narratives, cutting through distractions and bringing focus to stories that need to be told. Nikon India invites women from all walks of life to share their moments and stories, showcasing
their unique journeys and perspectives through the lens. This initiative encourages women to embrace their authenticity, celebrate their achievements, and break barriers in the world of photography and videography.

A distinguished panel of renowned women photographers will judge the contest, bringing their expertise across diverse photography genres. Saumya Khandelwal, a celebrated photojournalist, captures compelling narratives through her lens, while Falguni Kharwa, a specialist in newborn and maternity photography, beautifully preserves life’s most delicate moments. Palak Maheshwari, known for her expertise in food and product photography, has a keen eye for composition and aesthetics. Arpitha S Murthy, an acclaimed wildlife photographer, captures nature’s raw beauty and untamed stories. Together, these accomplished jurors will assess the submissions based on creativity, storytelling, and visual impact, ensuring that the most compelling and inspiring works are recognized.

The winners will be awarded exclusive Nikon cameras and special prizes.
→ 1st Prize: Nikon Z f + NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4 S
→ 2nd Prize: Nikon Z 30 + NIKKOR Z DX 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR
→ Consolation Prizes: Nikon will award ₹20,000 vouchers to select rising stars based on merit (The number of vouchers will be determined based on the quality of submissions).
Participants can enter the contest by sharing their best Nikon-shot videos or images on Instagram, mentioning the camera and lens used, and tagging Nikon India along with the contest-specific hashtags #HerLensHerStory and #THLS4. Participants must upload their photos/videos shot on a Nikon camera to Instagram, tagging Nikon India and mentioning the camera and lens used in the caption.

Submissions will be judged on originality, storytelling, and visual impact. By launching “Through Her Lens”, Nikon India continues its commitment to celebrating the fearless creativity of women in photography and videography. The initiative is more than a contest—it is a movement to elevate women’s voices in the world of visual arts. It’s time to frame the world through her eyes, her perspective, and her voice. It’s time to frame the world through her lens.

HONOR Rolls Out MagicOS 9.0 for HONOR 200 Series in India

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HONOR, a leading global provider of smart devices has officially released the MagicOS 9.0 update for HONOR 200 and HONOR 200 Pro, bringing new features and enhanced security.

This update delivers crucial performance and security enhancements, including the Android February 2025 security patches, and introduces a slew of new exciting AI features like AI Translate, AI Photo Editor, AI Notes.

The Key Features of the MagicOS 9.0 include:

Enhanced Performance and Security: Incorporates the Android February 2025 security patches for enhanced system security.
AI Translate: Real-time interpretation for meetings and lectures. Supports automatic language detection for seamless communication in business and travel.
AI Notes: Voice-to-text and real-time translation. Allows users to automatically transcribe minutes of a minutes, supporting multiple languages and dialects, with a one-click summary feature.
AI Photo Editor – Extract subjects from images, moving photos, and paused videos.

Restore old or damaged faces
Expand images and apply AI-powered filters for creative enhancements

New Gesture Access: Pinch with two fingers on the home/lock screen for personalised space.
Redesigned UI: New icons, cards, and Control Center for a fresh aesthetic.

RED Digital Cinema releases V-RAPTOR [X] Z and KOMODO-X Z cinema cameras compatible With Nikon Z Mount

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RED Digital Cinema, a subsidiary of Nikon Corporation, has announced the release of the V-RAPTOR [X] Z Mount and KOMODO-X Z Mount digital cinema cameras. These cameras integrate the Nikon Z mount, expanding lens compatibility for filmmakers and content creators.

Part of the new Z CINEMA series, co-developed by Nikon and RED, these models aim to provide flexible solutions for cinema and high-end production. The Nikon Z mount’s large diameter and short flange distance allow users to leverage a range of lenses, including NIKKOR Z lenses for sharp rendering and minimal aberration. The cameras also support Nikon F lenses via the Mount Adapter FTZ II.

The V-RAPTOR [X] Z Mount features an 8K VV global shutter sensor, offering a wide dynamic range and improved color capture. The camera includes RED’s Global Vision tools, designed to maintain details in highlights and varying lighting conditions.

The KOMODO-X Z Mount, equipped with a 6K Super 35 global shutter sensor, supports 6K recording at up to 80 fps and 4K at up to 120 fps. The camera is compatible with RED’s R3D Redcode RAW format, allowing efficient video data management and grading flexibility.

Both models support power zoom control for the newly-launched NIKKOR Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ lens and enhanced autofocus. Both these cameras will be available through RED Digital Cinema Inc and authorized RED dealers.