MapCamera July Camera Sales Ranking – See What’s Hot in Japan

Here are the top-selling cameras at MapCamera for July:

Here is the list of the best selling used cameras:

  1. Nikon Z f B&H, Amazon, Adorama
  2. Ricoh GR IIIx B&H , Amazon, Adorama
  3. Sony α7III B&H, Amazon, Adorama
  4. Fujifilm X-T5 B&H , Amazon, Adorama
  5. Ricoh GR III B&H, Amazon, Adorama
  6. Nikon Z50II B&H, Amazon, Adorama
  7. Sony α7C II B&H, Amazon, Adorama
  8. Nikon Z fc B&H, Amazon, Adorama
  9. Sony α7IV B&H, Amazon, Adorama
  10. Nikon D750 B&H, Amazon, Adorama

End of an Era? Kodak Faces Possible Shutdown After 133 Years

Photography icon Eastman Kodak has issued a stark warning about its future, saying it may not be able to continue operations much longer. In its latest earnings filing, the 133-year-old company acknowledged it lacks the financing and liquidity to meet nearly $500 million in upcoming debt obligations.

In a bid to reduce costs, Kodak will suspend payments to its retirement pension plan, a move that underscores the severity of its financial troubles. The market reacted sharply, with shares plunging around 25–26% following the announcement.

Despite the grim outlook, Kodak remains cautiously optimistic. The company says it plans to pay off part of its debt early or seek refinancing, while continuing to diversify into pharmaceutical and chemical manufacturing in hopes of stabilizing its future.

Founded in 1892, Kodak was once synonymous with photography worldwide, but has struggled to adapt in the digital era. This latest warning marks one of the most serious challenges in its long history.

Kodak, Olympus and Fujifilm – The Rise and Deep Fall of the Camera Industry

Three companies with completely different endings:

Kodak once dominated the global photography market, inventing the first consumer-friendly camera and giving the world the “Kodak Moment.” At its peak, it held over 80% of the U.S. film market. Ironically, Kodak also invented the first digital camera—but leadership shelved it to protect film profits. As the world went digital and smartphones replaced dedicated cameras, Kodak failed to adapt. After years of decline and missed opportunities, it filed for bankruptcy in 2012, a cautionary tale of innovation ignored.

Olympus, best known for its high-end optics and medical equipment, faced a different kind of crisis. In 2011, CEO Michael Woodford uncovered a $1.7 billion accounting fraud hidden for decades. When he blew the whistle, he was fired and forced to flee Japan. The scandal rocked the corporate world, led to mass resignations, and exposed systemic issues in Japanese corporate governance. Olympus survived—but only after a painful reckoning and full internal restructuring.

Fujifilm, Kodak’s longtime rival, took a radically different path. When film began to die, Fujifilm didn’t cling to the past. Under bold leadership, it pivoted aggressively—repurposing its chemical expertise into cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and digital technology. It shut down film plants, diversified rapidly, and emerged as a highly profitable, multi-sector innovator. Fujifilm’s transformation is now considered a textbook example of corporate reinvention done right.

First leaked image of the new Laowa 200mm f/2.0 autofocus lens for Sony E, Nikon Z, Canon EF, Fuji X/GFX mount

I already told you that Sigma will announce a new 200mm f/2.0 E/L mount lens on August 19. But there’s a curious surprise: Venus Optics will also soon announce a new FE 200mm f/2.0 lens, and we already have a picture of it!

Laowa 200mm f/2.0 specs:

  • Full Frame autofocus lens
  • Less than 1,6kg
  • Sony E, Nikon Z, Canon EF and future Fuji X and GFX mount versions coming

There is no information on the price yet, but I’m sure it will cost less than the Sigma, although I expect the Sigma lens to be optically superior.

Japan’s 20 Best-Selling Cameras in July – Full List

This highly reliable ranking from BCN reveals the top 10 best-selling cameras in the Japanese market for July:

  1. Canon EOS R10 RF-S18-150 IS STM Lens Kit ( B&H Photo, Amazon, Adorama, FotoErhardt, Calumet, WexUK )
  2. Fujifilm X-T30 II XC15-45mm Lens Kit Silver ( B&H Photo, Amazon, Adorama, FotoErhardt, Calumet, WexUK )
  3. Canon EOS R50 Double Zoom Kit Black ( B&H Photo, Amazon, Adorama, FotoErhardt, Calumet, WexUK )
  4. Sony ZV-E10 II Double Zoom Kit Black ( B&H Photo, Amazon, Adorama, FotoErhardt, Calumet, WexUK )
  5. Canon EOS R50 Double Zoom Kit White ( B&H Photo, Amazon, Adorama, FotoErhardt, Calumet, WexUK )
  6. Sony α6400 Double Zoom Kit Black ( B&H Photo, Amazon, Adorama, FotoErhardt, Calumet, WexUK )
  7. Panasonic Lumix G100D W Kit ( B&H Photo, Amazon, Adorama, FotoErhardt, Calumet, WexUK )
  8. Fujifilm X-M5 XC15-45mm Lens Kit Silver ( B&H Photo, Amazon, Adorama, FotoErhardt, Calumet, WexUK )
  9. Nikon Z 30 Double Zoom Kit ( B&H Photo, Amazon, Adorama, FotoErhardt, Calumet, WexUK )
  10. Sony ZV-E10 Power Zoom Kit Black ( B&H Photo, Amazon, Adorama, FotoErhardt, Calumet, WexUK )
  11. Nikon Z50II Double Zoom Kit ( B&H Photo, Amazon, Adorama, FotoErhardt, Calumet, WexUK )
  12. Sony ZV-E10 II Power Zoom Kit Black ( B&H Photo, Amazon, Adorama, FotoErhardt, Calumet, WexUK )
  13. Nikon Z fc 16-50 VR Kit Silver ( B&H Photo, Amazon, Adorama, FotoErhardt, Calumet, WexUK )
  14. Canon EOS R50 RF-S 18-45 IS STM Kit Black ( B&H Photo, Amazon, Adorama, FotoErhardt, Calumet, WexUK )
  15. Fujifilm X-M5 XC15-45mm Lens Kit Black ( B&H Photo, Amazon, Adorama, FotoErhardt, Calumet, WexUK )
  16. Sony α6400 Double Zoom Kit Silver ( B&H Photo, Amazon, Adorama, FotoErhardt, Calumet, WexUK )
  17. OM System PEN E-P7 EZ Double Zoom Kit Silver ( B&H Photo, Amazon, Adorama, FotoErhardt, Calumet, WexUK )
  18. Canon EOS R50 RF-S 18-45 IS STM Kit White ( B&H Photo, Amazon, Adorama, FotoErhardt, Calumet, WexUK )
  19. Nikon Z50II 16-50 VR Kit ( B&H Photo, Amazon, Adorama, FotoErhardt, Calumet, WexUK )
  20. Nikon Zf II ( B&H Photo, Amazon, Adorama, FotoErhardt, Calumet, WexUK )