Zeiss X and E-Mount Lenses

If you've got a Sony NEX or a Fuji XPro/XE camera you might want to break out the plastic. Zeiss has got some serious glass coming with three prime lenses set to launch in the coming months. Available for both the E-Mount and X-Mount, Zeiss will launch a 12mm F/2.8, 32mm F/1.8, and a 50mm F/2.8 macro. $1,000+, Zeiss

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Nikon A

Nikon finally delivers its answer to the Fuji X100 with their DX-format COOLPIX A camera. The camera pulls off some impressive engineering by packing a 16.2 megapixel APS-C, DX-format sensor into a body that's as compact as your average point and shoot. That sensor is matched with an 18.5mm (28mm equiv.) f/2.8 prime lens and boasts RAW capability, 4 fps shooting, and full manual exposure controls. $1,100, Nikon

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Nikon D7100

Still not convinced by the mirrorless movement? Well, Nikon just unveiled its latest APS-C wonder and its one beast of a camera. Notable amongst the laundry list of new features, the D7100 is powered by a 24 Megapixel DX-format sensor, 6 fps continuous shooting, a new 51-point Autofocus system, a viewfinder with a OLED data display, and a weather-resistant body. $1,200, Nikon

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LomoChrome Purple 400

LomoChrome is a new film from Lomography that brings back an old favorite for you serious photo enthusiasts, LomoChrome Purple. LomoChrome Purple is an Aerochrome-like color negative film that produces an infrared look without the use of any filters. Not a bad alternative to crawling the web for hard to find Aerochrome stock and burning a hole in your wallet in the process. The film will be available this July and will come in 35mm or 120 format and will cost $66-$76 for a pack of five. Lomography

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Sigma DP3 Merrill

Sigma debuts their latest APS-C monster, the 46MP Foveon-powered DP3 Merrill. The new camera will have a portrait-loving 50mm 2.8 fixed lens (70mm equiv.) with Special Low Dispersion glass, 9 point Auto Focus, 3" inch LCD, and 1:3 macro. Sigma

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Canon PowerShot N

While its definitely gunning for the quirkiest camera of 2013 award, there's just something about the Canon PowerShot N that's got our attention. With camera companies still following the same formula with every generation, its always nice to see something unique and they PowerShot N definitely does that in spades. The 12 Megapixel compact has a tilt-able 2.8'' inch touchpanel display, 28mm wide angle lens, 1080p video recording, one button smartphone sharing, and built-in WiFi. $300, Canon

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Fujifilm X100S

The camera that put Fujifilm back on the map is getting a major update with a brand new engine that overhauls the much-criticized autofocus system with improved accuracy and speed in the new X100S. Powered by a 16.3 Megapixel X-Trans CMOS II sensor and the EXR Processor II, the X100S claims an AF time of just .08 seconds, a startup time of .05 seconds, and a shutter lag of .01 seconds. That speed is complemented by a "Digital Split Image" that lets you line up the left and right image for accurate manual focusing and they've also added Focus Peaking to help you get the perfect shot. Other features include an updated 2.36 EVF in the Hybrid Viewfinder, 6 fps burst rate, 60/30fps HD video, and of course, the 23mm F/2 lens that made the original an instant hit. $TBD, Fujifilm

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Samsung NX300

Samsung debuts its flagship mirrorless camera, the 20.3 Megapixel NX300. The APS-C camera also sports a tilting 3.3'' AMOLED display, Wi-Fi connectivity for photosharing, Hybrid AF, and compatibility with their new combo 2D/3D 45mm 1.8 lens. Samsung

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Impossible SX70 Gold Edition

The Impossible Project gives the ol' SX70 some flashy new duds worthy of King Midas himself with their SX70 Gold Edition. Limited to 35 editions worldwide, the camera features a white body and anodized aluminum gold panels and includes their Color Protection Gold Frame film. $540, Impossible

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Impossible PX 600 Silver Shade edition by Nigo

Streetwear legend Nigo continues his successful partnership with The Impossible Project with a special edition of the PX 600 Silver Shade. This version has the black and white photos surrounded by a green frame inspired by military apparel. $24, Impossible Project

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