RumorNext-gen full-frame sensor said to enter mass production Q1FirmwareEye-AF update rolling out to three camera lines this weekPrice DropPopular 35mm prime down 18% at major retailersRumorCompact rangefinder-style body spotted in patent filingScoreBudget prime lens scores 9.1 — our highest this quarterFirmwareSubject-detection AF mode added via free updateRumorNext-gen full-frame sensor said to enter mass production Q1FirmwareEye-AF update rolling out to three camera lines this weekPrice DropPopular 35mm prime down 18% at major retailersRumorCompact rangefinder-style body spotted in patent filingScoreBudget prime lens scores 9.1 — our highest this quarterFirmwareSubject-detection AF mode added via free update
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Quick compare: this week's contenders

Model
Sensor
Burst
Price
Score
Flagship Mirrorless X2
Full-frame 45MP
20 fps
$3,199
8.9
Enthusiast APS-C R5
APS-C 26MP
15 fps
$1,499
8.2
Compact Travel Z
1-inch 20MP
10 fps
$899
7.4

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Rumors

High confidence · 82%
Flagship mirrorless refresh expected before year-end

Two independent supply-chain sources point to the same launch window.

Medium confidence · 55%
Budget APS-C body may drop the mechanical shutter entirely

Would be the first in its class — cost savings unclear.

Low confidence · 34%
Rumored collaboration lens still unconfirmed by either brand

Filing exists, but nothing from official channels yet.

Today's deals

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-18%

35mm f/1.4 prime

$729$899
-14%

Entry-level APS-C body + kit lens

$949$1,099
-29%

64GB CFexpress card

$99$139
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