where there’s smoke there’s fire

I have already reported multiple times in the past about a new “secret” Nikon product that will most likely connect to a smartphone. Here is a quote from my post few months ago: “This could also be a new Nikon action/extreme camera (like the GoPro) or a 360 degrees camera (like the Ricoh Theta)”.

Note: the two pictures above are Nikon concept/prototype cameras that were on displayed at a show few years ago. I don’t know if the new action cameras will look like this.

Now the rumor: in 2016 Nikon will announce three new extreme/action cameras with different positioning/targeting and a wide range of accessories:

• Two models will be smaller (really small I was told) with 170° lens/FOV (similar to GoPro)
• The third one will have 360° degree recording capabilities (2 lenses @ 190° each) priced at around $500. It will be rectangular with two dome shaped lenses, one on each side.
• Some/all of the models will have a clip similar to Peak Design
• Could be announced in later 2016 (not necessarily at CES or CP+)
• One or more of the new Nikon action cameras may have to do with this patent (US20150260750):

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