Canon Italy has officially responded to the backlash from an <a href="https://fstoppers.com/news/canon-italy-posts-landscape-composite-without-credit-stolen-elements-and-taken-211794">FStoppers story</a> over a composite photograph that they posted to social media this week.</p>
<p><a href="https://fujiaddict.com/2018/01/13/canon-responds-about-fujifilm-x-t1-composite-photograph-and-its-not-good-enough/"><strong>From Fuji Addict:</strong></a></p>
<blockquote><p>Ciao a tutti! Grazie mille per i vostri commenti sul nostro post e per aver condiviso le vostre considerazioni! Abbiamo preso questa immagine dal sito web https://unsplash.com/, dedicato alla fotografia senza copyright.

L’immagine è stata scattata dal fotografo @gregpaulmiller con una Canon EOS-1D Mark IV, con le seguenti impostazioni: ISO 100, f/6.3, tempo di posa 2 sec. secondo il sito web Unsplash.com. Vediamo la somiglianza con lo scatto di Elia Locardi, tuttavia le immagini hanno varie differenze identificabili tra cui cambiamenti stagionali ed elementi aggiuntivi, come la gente che cammina o si siede sulle sponde del fiume.

Cerchiamo sempre di coinvolgere la nostra community quando mettiamo in evidenza i contenuti generati dagli utenti e con la pubblicazione di questa foto speriamo comunque di aver ispirato altri a scattare foto straordinarie.</p>


<p>Hi everyone! Thanks so much for your comments on our post and flagging your concerns! We’ve taken this image from a website, https://unsplash.com/ dedicated to copyright-free photography. The image was taken by photographer @gregpaulmiller on a Canon EOS-1D Mark IV, with the following settings: ISO 100, f/6.3, shutter speed 2 seconds according to the website Unsplash.com. We do see the similarity with the image taken by Elia Locardi, though, the images have various identifiable differences including seasonal changes and additional elements like the people walking or sitting on the sides of the banks.

We always try to inspire our community when highlighting user generated content and hope that by posting this photo we have inspired others to take amazing pictures as well.</p></blockquote>
<p>We don’t support their position. Canon Italy messed up and should just own up to their mistake and make sure it doesn’t happen again.</p>
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<em>The Company Will Showcase Its Latest Digital Imaging Solutions for Professional Photographers and Feature Educational Presentations by Canon Explorers of Light</em></p>
<p><strong>MELVILLE, N.Y., January 12, 2018</strong> – Canon U.S.A. Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, is excited to announce that the company will launch a special pricing promotion for new and existing Canon Professional Service (CPS) members at the Imaging USA EXPO 2018 hosted by Professional Photographers of America (PPA). This exclusive promotion, offers 20 percent off new, renewed or upgraded CPS gold or platinum memberships for active PPA members. Imaging USA EXPO 2018 will take place through January 16<sup>th</sup> at theGaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center in Nashville, TN.</p>
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<p>“CPS members are among the most loyal and dedicated customers of Canon. Their passion, experience and knowledge are invaluable assets to the photo and video imaging community,” Yuichi Ishizuka, president and COO, Canon U.S.A., Inc. “Offering this special promotion to both new and existing CPS members is an exciting initiative for us. We want these photographers to continue to grow and succeed with Canon’s world-class service and support right alongside them.”</p>

<p>Beginning at Imaging USA and effective throughout 2018, active PPA members will have the opportunity to renew or upgrade their current CPS membership, while non-CPS members can open a new membership – both at a 20 percent discount off current prices. Attendees who sign up for a CPS membership at the show will also qualify for a free gift. PPA members who do not sign up at Imaging USA can call 1-844-58-CANON to also receive the 20 percent exclusive offer.</p>
<p>“PPA is always looking to provide our members with savings on their essential needs,” says Kristen Hartman, PPA’s Director of Member Value & Experience. “We are excited that Canon is offering this exclusive discount to our members and we look forward to working with Canon in the future.”</p>
<p>Canon Professional Services will also host the CPS Lounge where Gold, Platinum, Enterprise and Cinema CPS members can have their Canon equipment (up-to-two current Professional DSLR bodies or lenses) cleaned and checked. CPS members can also enter the CPS member photo contest for a chance to win a PIXMA PRO-10 printer. Restrictions apply. Stop by the lounge for more information.</p>
<p>The hours of operation for the CPS Lounge are:</p>
<p>Saturday, Jan 13: 12:00pm – 5:00pm (Pre-show day)</p>
<p>Sunday, Jan. 14: 10:30am – 5:00 pm</p>
<p>Monday, Jan. 15: 10:30am – 5:00 pm</p>
<p>Tuesday, Jan. 16: 11:00am – 1:30pm (Equipment pickup only)</p>
<p>At the booth, Canon will also showcase its latest digital imaging solutions for professional photographers, including its full line of cameras and lenses.</p>
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Canon didn’t announce any consumer cameras at CES 2018 this year, but they did bring a couple of concept cameras that did impress the folks at <a href="https://www.theverge.com/circuitbreaker/2018/1/12/16881920/canon-concept-cameras-ces-2018">The Verge</a>.</p>
<p>The first camera is a small brick shaped device with a flip out lightning port that would allow it to be attached to an iPhone. You could use the screen on your iPhone as viewfinder and likely be able to transfer images to your phone. The camera also pivots. One of the unique features of this concept, is it has a 100-400mm lens. This camera would also come with an detachable viewfinder so the photographer could shoot with it using their eyes.</p>


<p>The second camera is concept that is in working form. It’s shaped like the Samsung Gear 360 and is a single lens unit that can swivel 360 degrees. The point of the camera is to focus and film faces and objects in nearly all directions.</p>
<p>Both cameras seem to borrow from products that already exist</p>
<p>You can see the cameras and read more at <a href="https://www.theverge.com/circuitbreaker/2018/1/12/16881920/canon-concept-cameras-ces-2018">TheVerge</a></p>
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We sent this information out last week in our newsletter and we haven’t received any further clarity about the Canon EOS 7D Mark III.</p>
<p>There has been a lot of unfocused chatter about an EOS 7D Mark III recently, and in my experience, that’s not a good thing.</p>
<p>Our best source is telling us that they haven’t heard anything about an update to Canon’s flagship APS-C camera. That doesn’t mean one isn’t coming in 2018, but the earliest it would be coming is Q4 of 2018, and not the rumored first half of 2018 that we’ve been told previously and others keep reporting.</p>


<p>There’a always a possibility that Canon is changing the way they launch popular flagship products to try and make it harder for sites like this to leak information. Although I don’t think that highly of myself or that I would wield that much influence over Canon Inc.</p>
<p>We’ll keep you updated and we will resist posting about the EOS 7D Mark III until we get a better feeling about what is true and what isn’t.</p>
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<p><strong>MELVILLE, N.Y., January 11, 2018</strong> – Beginning the New Year with a celebration of teamwork and an appreciation for those who have contributed to the company’s continued success, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, is proud to announce new senior executive appointments and promotions, effective January 1, 2018. These personnel moves represent Canon’s commitment to elevating its own leaders and putting them in a position to succeed, both personally and professionally.</p>
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<p>“Every year, it is a great honor of mine to announce the well-deserved promotions of some of our cherished Canon team members,” said Joe Adachi, chairman and chief executive officer, Canon U.S.A., Inc. “These individuals are truly representative of the valuable leadership and dedication that is prevalent in so many of our esteemed employees. Having shown a strong commitment to helping cement our company’s standing as an industry leader, I thank them for their continued service and wish them much success with their new responsibilities.”</p>
<p><strong>Executive promotions for the New Year include:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Ross Held has been promoted from vice president and general manager to senior vice president and general manager, Imaging Technologies Communications Group, Canon U.S.A., Inc.</li>
<li>Richard Antaya has been promoted from senior director and general manager to vice president, Imaging Technologies Communications Group, Canon U.S.A., Inc.</li>
<li>Robert Poseno has been promoted from senior director and general manager to vice president, Imaging Technologies Communications Group, Canon U.S.A., Inc.</li>
<li>Peter Kowalczuk has been promoted from executive vice president and general manager to president of Canon Solutions America, a wholly owned subsidiary of Canon U.S.A.</li>
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</ul>
<p>For more information about Canon U.S.A., visit <a href="https://www.usa.canon.com/internet/portal/us/home/about/newsroom/press-releases/press-release-details/2018/20180111-executive/20180111-executive/!ut/p/z1/jZBbC4JAEIV_keysirqPu15yQwuF0vYlljBbKJUwiX59dnmJamseBubwzRzOIIFKJBo5qFr2qm3kfpxXwlmnWezF3IdkYs0BaEjcMPepxVyMijsAX4oCEv_sawChPz_9ZTAmMI-pn9ZIdLLfGarZtqg0AXuPDhhjozpXm1OvhuqjViDx6gI5cYE6gROTGQMcYT2QcUcP8NB-A5bMHgES-JYZ3bI-Ac0rusOivCSMcMXrK7RCV6o!/www.usa.canon.com"><b>www.usa.canon.com</b></a>.</p>
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<a href="https://nikonrumors.com/2018/01/11/nikons-upcoming-mirrorless-camera-rumored-to-have-a-new-z-mount-with-16mm-flange-focal-distance.aspx/">According to Nikon Rumors</a>, the upcoming full frame mirrorless from Nikon will have a new mount, dubbed the “Z Mount”. That name could change before the announcement.</p>
<p><strong>Specifications of the new mount:</strong></p>

<ul>
<li>Designed for full frame mirrorless cameras</li>
<li>External diameter: 49mm</li>
<li>Flange focal distance: 16mm</li>
</ul>
<p>This is where Canon could really have an advantage. If they can somehow make the 130million or so EF lenses compatible with a full frame mirrorless without an adaptor, they won’t have a hard time getting Canon DSLR shooters to add a full frame mirrorless to their kit.</p>
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<iframe width="728" height="409" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Xg1h9sLWVMk" frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen></iframe><p>The Camera Store does some of my favorite reviews, I think they do some of the most objective reviews out there.</p>
<p>The have completed their field test review of the polarizing new PowerShot flagship the PowerShot G1 X Mark III.</p>

<p>TCSTV came to the conclusion that the PowerShot G1 X Mark III makes a great landscape shooter, but beyond that there are better options out there.</p>
<p>Watch the video review above.</p>
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A good source has told us that Canon has been asking select Explorers of Light and other professionals what they think would make a professional mirrorless camera “compelling” enough to purchase and use.</p>
<p>In the same survey by Canon, they asked specifically what the photographers thought about the Sony a9 and  medium format Fujifulm GFX 50s.</p>

<p>I will note that the likelihood of a Canon medium format camera coming to market is slim-to-none at best, perhaps it was more to gauge the interest in higher resolution cameras.</p>
<p>I’m not sure of when these questions were being asked, but if it was recently, that would likely tell us that a full frame mirrorless professional camera is not in the near future.</p>
<p><em>More to come…</em></p>
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<strong>*UPDATE*</strong></p>
<p><a href="https://www.dpreview.com/news/6711879670/canon-accidentally-shared-a-composite-photo-shot-with-a-fuji-all-over-social-media"><strong>DPReview has updated the story</strong></a> to shed some more light on what exactly happened at Canon with this image.</p>
<blockquote><p>We spoke to Elia this morning, and he told us that after a bit of sleuthing he was actually able to uncover the source of the image: a royalty free photograph on Unsplash that was allegedly taken in October of 2017 with a Canon 1D Mark IV. Elia has asked that we not “out” the photographer, but you can see the EXIF data in this screenshot:</p>
<div id="attachment_32928" style="max-width: 600px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="http://www.canonrumors.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Screen_Shot_2018-01-11_at_9.55.59_AM.png"><img class="wp-image-32928 size-full" src="http://www.canonrumors.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Screen_Shot_2018-01-11_at_9.55.59_AM.png" alt="" width="590" height="436" srcset="http://www.canonrumors.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Screen_Shot_2018-01-11_at_9.55.59_AM.png 590w, http://www.canonrumors.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Screen_Shot_2018-01-11_at_9.55.59_AM-225x166.png 225w" sizes="(max-width: 590px) 100vw, 590px" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Screenshot by DPReview</p></div>
<p>From there, it doesn’t take an advanced degree to figure out what happened. A social media team at Canon Europe took to <a href="https://unsplash.com/">Unsplash</a> to find a royalty free picture to share. They probably searched for “Canon 1D Mark IV” and “Italy,” and when they stumbled across this shot they had no idea that it was, in fact, not a single image but a composite of (at least) two photos… one of which was taken with a Fujifilm camera. <a href="https://www.dpreview.com/news/6711879670/canon-accidentally-shared-a-composite-photo-shot-with-a-fuji-all-over-social-media">Read the full story at DPReview</a></p>

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<p>It’s strange to me that Canon would be this lazy in posting images. I find it hard to believe they don’t have a library of countless great images they could use for social media.</p>
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<p>Well this is an odd one. According to <a href="https://fstoppers.com/news/canon-italy-posts-landscape-composite-without-credit-stolen-elements-and-taken-211794">FStoppers</a> Canon Italy has posted an image to social media without credit, consisting of stolen elements and not even taken on a Canon camera.</p>
<p>It looks like someone at Canon took the work of landscape photographer Elia Locardi and used some elements from the image in a composite on an image Canon Italy posted to Instagram and Facebook.</p>
<p><a href="https://fstoppers.com/news/canon-italy-posts-landscape-composite-without-credit-stolen-elements-and-taken-211794"><strong>From FStoppers:</strong></a></p>
<blockquote><p>So, the social media team for Canon Italy (and Spain) have posted a composite landscape, half of which was stolen, not taken with a Canon, and not credited anyone involved in the creation of this image. Rough day at the office.</p></blockquote>
<p>Social media is full of brands stealing photos, not crediting authors, not expecting to pay for using someone elses photos. However, to see someone at a company like Canon do it, that seems even worse.</p>
<p><a href="https://fstoppers.com/news/canon-italy-posts-landscape-composite-without-credit-stolen-elements-and-taken-211794">Head on over to FStoppers for a more in-depth analysis</a> of the offending image.</p>
<p><em>image credit // <a href="https://fstoppers.com/news/canon-italy-posts-landscape-composite-without-credit-stolen-elements-and-taken-211794">FStoppers.com</a></em></p>
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Here’s a strange patent application from Canon, an optical viewfinder adaptor for a mirrorless camera.</p>
<p><strong><a href="https://www.canonnews.com/canon-applies-for-an-optical-viewfinder-patent-for-mirrorless-cameras">Canon News</a> breaks down Japan Patent Application 2018-005126:</strong></p>
<blockquote><p>This adapter would provide the half mirror assembly that would split the optical path between the image sensor and the viewfinder, and allow for simutaneous use of the image sensor and that of the optical viewfinder.</p>


<p>The image sensor would be responsible for AF for one embodiment, the other embodiment has a seperate phase detect AF sensor.</p>
<p>There is a large group of photographers that just don’t like EVF’s and may never like EVF’s, so this could be a solution for them.</p></blockquote>
<p>Me personally? It wasn’t until the Leica Q that I got over my hate of EVFs.</p>
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<strong>Update:</strong> <a href="https://www.canonnews.com/canon-applies-for-a-fisheye-lens-one-possible-mirrorless-prime-patent">Canon News has dug a bit further</a> and come to the conclusion that these optical formulas are for a fisheye due to the lenses having a 175 degree field of view.</p>
<p>A new patent showing an optical formula for a new wide angle prime has appeared. The full frame lens in the application is an EF 15mm f/4, while the APS-C optical formula of a EF-M 9.5mm f/4 shows a shorter backfocus than an EF-S lens and could actually be EF-M.</p>


<p><strong>Japan Patent Application <a href="https://www.canonnews.com/canon-applies-for-a-uwa-lens-one-possible-mirrorless-uwa-prime-patent">2018-004726</a></strong></p>
<p>Canon EF-M 9.5mm f/4</p>
<ul>
<li>Focal distance 9.50</li>
<li>F number 4.10</li>
<li>Imaging field angle (degree) 175</li>
<li>Image height 13.66</li>
<li>Whole length of the lens 63.97</li>
<li>BF 23.16</li>
</ul>
<p>Canon EF 15mm f/4</p>
<ul>
<li>Focal distance 15.18</li>
<li>F number 4.12</li>
<li>Imaging field angle (degree) 175</li>
<li>Image height 21.64</li>
<li>Whole length of the lens 130.16</li>
<li>BF 58.19</li>
</ul>
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A patent showing 4 new optical formulas for EF prime lenses has appeared.</p>
<p><strong>Japan Patent Application 2018-005133 shows the following:</strong></p>


<ul>
<li>EF 50mm f/1.8</li>
<li>EF 85mm f/1.4 (Not the same as the EF 85mm f.1.4L IS)</li>
<li>EF 85mm f/1.8</li>
<li>EF 100mm f/1.8</li>
</ul>
<p>The EF 85mm f/1.8 and EF 100mm f/2 could both use a replacement, the former being more likely.</p>
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<em>Company claims third most U.S. Patents, placing it ahead of fellow tech giants globally.</em></p>
<p><strong> MELVILLE, N.Y., January 10, 2018</strong> – As part of its mission to redefine the boundaries of innovation and expand the possibilities of imaging technology, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, has announced that its parent company, Canon Inc., based in Tokyo, Japan, ranks third among U.S. patent holders in 2017.</p>
<p>According to patent results issued by IFI CLAIMS Patent Services, a leading producer of global patent databases, Canon was granted a total of 3,285 patents in 2017. This is the 32nd consecutive year that Canon Inc., has been ranked among the top five U.S. patent holders and for the 13th consecutive year, ranked first among Japanese companies for the number of U.S. patents granted. The patents granted demonstrate the company’s commitment to using a robust set of intellectual property rights to develop visionary consumer, business and medical solutions.</p>
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<p>“Having landed once again among the top three patent holders, Canon’s longstanding and continued commitment to strategic research and development through continued innovation is evident,” said Seymour Liebman, executive vice president, chief administrative officer and general counsel, Canon U.S.A. Inc. “With 3,285 patents to our name, Canon is immensely proud of our strong standing among fellow tech giants as we continue to cement our role as a worldwide leader in imaging solutions in 2018 and beyond.”</p>


<p>In 2017, Canon U.S.A. imaging IP and technology innovation has earned Emmy recognition for its 4K cameras and lenses and opened up new research opportunities for wildlife habitats in the dark with its low light camera, the ME20. Ripples of Canon’s technological advancements were also felt in the production printing industry, where the company unveiled breakthrough new technology such as the Océ Colorado 1640 wide format printer, powered by Canon’s UVgel technology, which is the world’s first 64-inch roll-to-roll printer.</p>
<p>The patent news also comes on the heels of Canon’s innovation showcase at the 2018 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) where its “Visionaries Welcome” themed-booth featured previously-patented technologies integrations in manufacturing, retail, sports and entertainment and experiential marketing solutions.For more information on Canon and its products, please visit <a href="https://www.usa.canon.com/internet/portal/us/home/about/newsroom/press-releases/press-release-details/2018/20180110-patent/20180110-patent/!ut/p/z1/jZBND4IwDIZ_EVkHZrDjNkBmQAOJgruYHRRJdBBDPPjrnR8XQ5z20KTt07d5ixRqkDL62rV67HqjT7beKrIryizKpIB8HqwAWELDpBIs4CFG9ROAL8EAqX_2HYByyy9-HbAO_EshihapQY9HrzOHHjU-4OiVAWPw7GRvxmmjRupTHyoaAiMxyeiSA06xGyglcQMymU2ADZ9ZgMYi8NOHyzfgeMJwXje3nFPZyfYO_4lWkg!!/www.usa.canon.com." target="blank"><b>www.usa.canon.com</b></a>.</p>
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I had no idea I’d be doing this for 10 years, but here we are.</p>
<p>The site started very casually a week or so after I was told by my wife that she was pregnant. I was off of work because of an injury and spending most of my day leveling up my Druid in World of Warcraft. While I contend vanilla WoW was hard work, my wife working two jobs at the time was probably harder work.</p>
<p>I had made some money in the late 90’s before the bubble burst on a desktop icon site called Icon City, it was a lot of fun and was even featured on Screensavers (I loved that show). Then the bubble burst and the site went away for various reasons. However, in the back of my mind, I always figured that I’d end up earning a living online, I just didn’t know how for a long time.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.canonrumors.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/iconcity.jpg"><img class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-32902" src="http://www.canonrumors.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/iconcity-728x126.jpg" alt="" width="728" height="126" srcset="http://www.canonrumors.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/iconcity.jpg 728w, http://www.canonrumors.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/iconcity-225x39.jpg 225w, http://www.canonrumors.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/iconcity-610x106.jpg 610w" sizes="(max-width: 728px) 100vw, 728px" /></a></p>
<p>Fast forward 10 years…</p>
<p>I had always liked reading the camera and lens rumor section at <a href="http://www.northlight-images.co.uk/rumours.html">Northlight Images</a>, and figured I could do the same thing, but brand it as a rumor site. About $30 later, canonrumors.com was online.</p>
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<p>The site was never started to make “real” money, though I figured I’d see some revenue to put towards camera stuff and maybe some rent. Then the EOS 5D Mark II came and traffic exploded and I started to see I might be able to do this for a living. It wasn’t too long after the EOS 5D Mark II that I quit my camera store job and focused 100% on Canon Rumors.</p>
<p>I get asked two questions a lot about Canon Rumors.</p>
<p><strong>The best part of doing Canon Rumors for a living?</strong></p>
<ol>
<li>I’ve met a small circle of people that I consider some of my best friends through this site.</li>
<li>I was never a 9 to 5 person, I enjoy working whenever I feel inspired.</li>
<li>I love to travel and always wanted to be able to earn a living with a laptop.</li>
<li>You continue to meet exciting new people.</li>
</ol>
<p><strong>Advice for others who want to do the same thing?</strong></p>


<ol>
<li>Follow through, it took about 3 years of 5-10 posts a week before Canon Rumors showed any sort of “real” revenue that I could potentially live off of. I know some people have blown up on YouTube a lot faster, but I don’t know anything about that world. One common thing between a blog and YouTube, you must always be adding content.</li>
<li>Grow some thick skin as soon as you can. Living on the internet does expose you to people that can ruin your day.</li>
<li>Don’t take yourself too seriously. Be human. I realized from the start that I wasn’t a “journalist”.</li>
</ol>
<p>Will I be doing this 10 years from now? Who knows, maybe I’ll retire a <a href="http://www.canonrumors.com/kodak-and-wenn-digital-partner-to-launch-major-blockchain-initiative-and-cryptocurrency-crcoin-coming-soon/">KodakCoin</a> millionaire in the not-too-distant-future, or maybe I’ll continue to love doing this site indefinitely.</p>
<p><strong>Thank-you’s</strong> (I’m sorry if I missed anyone).</p>
<ul>
<li>My wife Theresa</li>
<li>My son Caellum</li>
<li>Every single person that has read and contributed to the site and forum</li>
<li>Keith Cooper at <a href="http://www.northlight-images.co.uk/rumours.html">Northlight Images</a></li>
<li>Peter at <a href="https://nikonrumors.com/">Nikon Rumors</a></li>
<li>Geoff at <a href="http://www.gwellstaylor.com/blog/">gwellstaylor.com</a></li>
<li>Ethan at <a href="http://ethanmeleg.com/">EthanMeleg.com</a></li>
<li>Peter at <a href="http://fotoart.ca/">Foto Art</a></li>
<li>Joe at <a href="http://www.cameracanada.com/">CameraCanada</a></li>
<li>Jim (You know who you are)</li>
<li>Mitch at <a href="http://blog.planet5d.com/">Planet5D</a></li>
<li>Barry at <a href="http://www.barryandersson.com/">BarryAndersson.com</a></li>
<li>Glenn at <a href="http://www.glennbartley.com/">GlennBartley.com</a></li>
<li>Dan at <a href="http://shuttermuse.com/">ShutterMuse.com</a></li>
<li>Are at <a href="http://f32.no/">f32.no</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.bhphotovideo.com/?BI=2466&KBID=3296&KWID=EZ">B&H Photo</a></li>
<li><a href="https://mpex.com/">Midwest Photo Exchange</a></li>
<li>Sam at <a href="https://www.hostduplex.com/">Hostduplex</a></li>
<li>Sebastien at <a href="https://impeka.com/">Impeka</a></li>
<li>Andy at <a href="https://www.andybiggs.com/">Andy Biggs Photo Safaris</a></li>
<li>Roger & Drew at <a href="https://www.lensrentals.com/">Lensrentals.com</a></li>
<li>Jeff at Pier55</li>
<li>Justin at <a href="http://jvlphoto.com/">JVLPhoto</a></li>
<li><a href="https://dustinabbott.net/">Dustin Abbott</a></li>
<li>Bryan at <a href="https://www.the-digital-picture.com/">The-Digital-Picture</a></li>
<li>Graham at <a href="https://breakthrough.photography/">Breakthrough Photography</a></li>
<li>Chris Weeks</li>
<li>Adorama</li>
<li>All of the Canon Rumors forum moderators, they have a tough job.</li>
<li>Everyone at Canon that likes this site.</li>
<li>Everyone at Canon that doesn’t like this site. ;)</li>
<li>A big thanks to the Canon crew that filled me full of beef and malbec at Photokina</li>
<li><a href="https://petapixel.com/">PetaPixel</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.dpreview.com/">DPReview</a></li>
<li><a href="http://fredmiranda.com/">FredMiranda</a></li>
<li><a href="https://5daydeal.com/">5DayDeal</a></li>
</ul>
<p>Thank-you for 10 years,

Craig</p>
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<p>I don’t, but Peter McKinnon did!</p>


<p>Before Peter sent his EOS-1D X Mark II off for repair, he decided it would be best to check out what’s inside on his own. If it’s already going for repair, I guess it doesn’t matter if you can’t put it back together… You’ve already done half the work for the Canon tech.</p>
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<em>KODAKOne platform and KODAKCoin cryptocurrency give photographers a new revenue stream and a secure platform for protecting their work</em></p>
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<p><strong>ROCHESTER, N.Y.</strong> – Today Kodak and WENN Digital, in a licensing partnership, announced the launch of the KODAKOne image rights management platform and KODAKCoin, a photo-centric cryptocurrency to empower photographers and agencies to take greater control in image rights management.</p>
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<p>Utilizing blockchain technology, the KODAKOne platform will create an encrypted, digital ledger of rights ownership for photographers to register both new and archive work that they can then license within the platform. With KODAKCoin, participating photographers are invited to take part in a new economy for photography, receive payment for licensing their work immediately upon sale, and for both professional and amateur photographers, sell their work confidently on a secure blockchain platform. KODAKOne platform provides continual web crawling in order to monitor and protect the IP of the images registered in the KODAKOne system. Where unlicensed usage of images is detected, the KODAKOne platform can efficiently manage the post-licensing process in order to reward photographers.</p>
<p>“For many in the tech industry, ‘blockchain’ and ‘cryptocurrency’ are hot buzzwords, but for photographers who’ve long struggled to assert control over their work and how it’s used, these buzzwords are the keys to solving what felt like an unsolvable problem,” said Kodak CEO Jeff Clarke. “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.”</p>


<p>“Engaging with a new platform, it is critical photographers know their work and their income is handled securely and with trust, which is exactly what we did with KODAKCoin,” said WENN Digital CEO Jan Denecke. “Subject to the highest standards of compliance, KODAKCoin is all about paying photographers fairly and giving them an opportunity to get in on the ground floor of a new economy tailored for them, with secure asset rights management built right in.”</p>
<p>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. For more information visit <a href="http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kodakcoin.com&esheet=51740339&newsitemid=20180109006183&lan=en-US&anchor=www.kodakcoin.com&index=1&md5=5496077f8dcf2e0171edeb35a96d54cc" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.kodakcoin.com</a>. This initial Coin Offering is issued under SEC guidelines as a security token under Regulation 506 (c) as an exempt offering.</p>
<p>For more information and to sign up for product updates, please visit <a href="http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kodak.com%2Fgo%2Fkodakone&esheet=51740339&newsitemid=20180109006183&lan=en-US&anchor=www.kodak.com%2Fgo%2Fkodakone&index=2&md5=13d297c29015088900a27ad623e7e375" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.kodak.com/go/kodakone</a>.</p>
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