Tag Archives: Patents
Canon patents a lens cap you can’t possibly lose
Any photographer worth their salt knows that at some point, they’re going to be losing lens caps – either while out in the field or somewhere at the bottom of their bag. Most of us have spares, but for those … Continue reading
Samsung patents S Pen featuring built-in camera with optical zoom
With its Galaxy Note 9, Samsung brought Bluetooth functionality to its celebrated S Pen, allowing users to use the stylus as a long-range shutter button – perfect for taking selfies and group photos from a distance. Now, it appears that Samsung … Continue reading
Canon a Leader in U.S. Patents for 32nd Consecutive Year
From Canon USA: Company claims third most U.S. Patents, placing it ahead of fellow tech giants globally. MELVILLE, N.Y., January 10, 2018 – As part of its mission to redefine the boundaries of innovation and expand the possibilities … Continue reading
Canon Patents RGBW 12 Image Sensor
According to the Egami Blog, Canon has submitted a patent for an RGBW 12 sensor array. Patent Details Release date 2016.12.8 Application date 2015.4.15 RGBW 12 array Generate resolution data and color data, synthesize resolution data and color … Continue reading
Canon Patents EF 400mm f/2.8L IS USM Extender Lens
According to the Egami Blog Canon has filed a patent for an EF 400mm f/2.8L IS USM Extender Lens. If I’m reading the patent details correctly, this lens would feature user selectable extender settings of 1.4x and 1.7x. This … Continue reading
Nikon Patents 300mm f/2.8E FL ED VR Lens
According to the Egami Blog, Nikon has patented the optical formula for the 300mm f/2.8E FL ED VR lens. Patent Details Patent Publication No. 2016-161641 Published: 2016.9.5 Filing date: 2015.2.27 Focal length: 294.00 f-number 2.91 Air conversion TL 304.88 BF 67.25 … Continue reading
Canon Patents EF 28-560mm f/2.8-5.6L USM
According to the Egami Blog, Canon has filed the patent for an EF 28-560mm f/2.8-5.6L USM optical formula. Considering the specs of the lens, “IS” would likely be included (though not precisely specified). Patent Details Patent Publication No. 2016-142795 Published 2016.8.8 … Continue reading
Tamron Patents 20mm f/2 VC
According to the Egami Blog, Tamron has patented the optical forumla for a 20mm f/2 VC. This lens would make a very interesting addition to Tamron’s recent releases, notably the 35, 45 & 85mm f/1.8 VC primes. A 20mm f/2 … Continue reading
Tamron Patents 10-24mm f/3.5-4.5 VC
According to the Egami Blog, Tamron has patented a 10-24mm f/3.5-4.5 VC optical design. Patent Details Published 2016.7.11 Filing date 2015.1.8 Focal Length 10.303 15.199 23.483 F-number 3.6 – 4.1 – 4.6 AOV 111.70 – 86.59 – 62.07 Anti-vibration (third group) … Continue reading
Tamron Patents 70-200mm f/4 VC Lens
According to the Egami Blog, Tamron has patented the optical formula for a 70-200mm f/4 VC lens. Description of Patent Patent Publication No. 2016-126278 Published 2016.7.11 Submitted 2015.1.8 Focal length 71.8092 109.9915 205.9615 F-number 4.0989 4.1033 4.1023 Field of View 16.7567 … Continue reading
Tamron Patents SP 60mm f/2.8 Di VC USD
According to the Egami Blog, Tamron has patented the optical design for an SP 60mm f/2.8 Di VC USD. Patent Details Patent Publication No. 2016-126086 Published 2016.7.11 Submitted 2014.12.26 Focus distance 61.79 61.21 56.74 F-number 2.88 2.92 3.16 Field of View … Continue reading
Canon Patents EF-M 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM
According to the Egami Blog, Canon has submitted a patent for an EF-M 16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM. Patent Details Patent Publication No. 2016-118658 Published 2016.6.30 Submission date 2014.12.22 Zoom ratio 2.88 Focus distance 16.51 21.00 47.49 F-number 3.49 3.77 5.80 Field … Continue reading