It’s amazing how time flies. CP+ is already a thing of the past, but just before closing the curtain, we would like to stop for a second and take a look at the CP+ highlights that caught our attention. Though this show is on the smaller side – or perhaps ‘cozy’ is a better word – there was still plenty to discover. After all, Japanese camera manufacturers are always eager to showcase their merchandise to local fans, alongside a growing number of international brands (especially Chinese) attending the show as part of their expansion strategy. I’m not sure how many of you have been to Yokohama, but if you haven’t, do yourself a favor and add it to your list. The town – especially the area around the Pacifico convention center – is always a pleasure to stroll through. And if you’re one of those crazy people who actually like to jog, you’re in luck – the whole place has a great sporty atmosphere and scenic surroundings. Yokohama Bay. A 5-minute walk from the Pacifico Convention Center. Credit. CineD CP+ highlights – the cameras But let’s focus on the mission of highlighting some of the products we saw there. As expected, all the major Japanese camera companies were present at the show with impressive, well-designed booths. While OM is extremely popular in Japan (their booth is always packed) and Panasonic was proud to show their newly announced S1R II, Sony was busy letting people get hands-on with their new 16mm...
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