Ikonoskop A-Cam3D HD Raw Format Camera
March 8th, 2010 by admin
Ikonoskop introduces the A-Cam3D, a high definition RAW format camera. The camera captures 1920×1080 images at 25 or 30fps, which are stored as individual files in RAW sequences. It offers 12 bit color depth.
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Casio EXILIM EX-Z550 and EX-Z330 Compact Digital Cameras
February 27th, 2010 by admin
Casio introduces two new EXILIM ZOOM compact digital cameras, the EX-Z550 and EX-Z330, replacing the EX-Z300 and EX-Z450. They are equipped with EXILIM Engine 5.0 and includes Face Detection, Intelligent AF and YouTube capture mode.
The Z550 is a 14.1 Megapixel camera with 4x optical zom, 26mm wide angle, CCD Shift Stabilization, ISO 3200 while the Z330 features 12.1 Megapixel sensor, 3x optical zoom, Anti-shake DSP, ISO 1600. Both digicams have a 2.7-inch LCD display and supports 1280×720p HD movie recording.
Casio’s EX-Z550 and EX-Z330 features also the Dynamic Photo function that lets users edit and combine different moving images right on the camera.
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Leica M9 Camera Available for pre-order
February 16th, 2010 by admin
The Leica M9 is a latest addition to the company’s M series. Evidently, it is the smallest full-frame digital rangefinder camera in the word, integrated with a 24 x 36mm sensor.
The Leica M9 combines Leica’s M System with advanced digital technology. It features a silent, metal-leaf, focal-plane shutter that enables shutter speeds of up to 1/4000 seconds and an ISO range of 80-2500. Other outstanding features include dual image processors, a 2.5-inch LCD screen and UV/IR cover-glass filter. Besides, it supports SD cards up to 2 GB and SDHC cards up to 32 GB.
The Leica M9 is now available for pre-order at Amazon for $6,995. [Product Here]
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX66 Digital Camera
February 14th, 2010 by admin
Panasonic introduces the new Lumix DMC-FX66 (aka DMC-FX68) digital camera, the latest addition to the FX series that is the successor of the FX60/FX65. The 14.1 Megapixel camera features a 25mm wide angle lens with 5x optical zoom, Venus Engine VI image processor and a 2.7-inch LCD display.
The FX66 includes the Intelligent Zoom function that extends the zooming power to 6.5x. It has also the iA (Intelligent Auto) mode offering Face Recognition, Intelligent Resolution, AF Tracking, Intelligent ISO Control and Intelligent Exposure. The new Lumix can record 1280×720p HD video at 30fps.
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX66 will be launched on February 19th, 2010 for 35,000 Yen ($392).
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 14 Megapixel Camera
February 14th, 2010 by admin
Here is another new camera in the Panasonic Lumix product lineup, it is the Lumix DMC-ZR3 14 Megapixel Camera. It is a super slim digital camera which offers a 2.7-inch LCD display, supports SD/SDHC/SDXC cards, a 25mm ultra-wide-angle Leica lens with 8x optical zoom which can also be extended to 10x by the Intelligent Zoom function.
Like most new Panasonic Cameras, the TS2 camera for example, the Lumix DMC-ZR3 offers the iA (Intelligent Auto) mode, including the POWER OIS. There is also the Venus Engine HD II image processor and the capability to record AVCHD Lite 720p HD videos. It will be available soon in the colors of silver, black, red and blue.
- 14.1 Megapixel CCD
- F3.3-5.9, 8X optical zoom Leica lens, equivalent to 25 - 200 mm
- Optical image stabilization (Power OIS)
- Ultra-compact body comes in silver, black, red, and blue
- Venus Engine HD II processor
- 2.7″ LCD display with 230,000 pixels
- Point-and-shoot operation, with Intelligent Auto mode
- Same Intelligent Resolution, Intelligent Zoom, Happy Mode, and Sonic Speed AF as other models
- Records movies at 1280 x 720 (30 fps sensor output) using AVCHD Lite codec; same features and limitations as the models above
- 40MB onboard memory + SD/SDHC/SDXC slot
- 330 shots per charge with DMW-BCG10
- Optional underwater case
- Price, ship date to be announced
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New Pentax Optio I-10 and H90 Digital Cameras
February 13th, 2010 by admin
Pentax launches the new slim and stylish Optio I-10 that has a design inspired by the classic look of film SLR cameras and the Optio H90 with a clean, contemporary design. Both cameras have a 12.1 Megapixel CCD sensor, 5x optical zoom lens with 28mm wide angle and 2.7-inch LCD display.
Pentax’s new digicams are able to capture 720p HD video at 30fps. They feature Face Detection, Smile Capture, Blink Detection and improved Pixel Track Shake Reduction technology. The Optio I-10 includes also mechanical sensor shift Shake Reduction system and Face Detection that spots up to 32 faces including dogs and cats. The I-10 comes in Classic Black and Pearl White for $299.95 while the H90 in Orange-Silver, Matte Black and Ceramic White for $179.95.
Also introduced is the Pentax Optio E90 digital camera, successor of E80, with 10 Megapixel CCD, 3x optical zoom, a 2.7-inch LCD, and ISO 6400. It uses AA battery. The E90 will be available in Black and Wine Red and cost just $99.9.
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Underwater Scuba Mask Camera With 1 Megapixel CMOS sensor
February 6th, 2010 by admin
Here is a underwater scube mask camera that is capable of recording 1280×960 video using its 1 Megapixel CMOS sensor. The video mask has 4GB internal memory and built-in rechargeable battery. It has tempered glass lens with strong antifog function.
This mask camera is priced at $116.99.
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Samsung TL110 and TL105 Slim Digital Cameras
February 4th, 2010 by admin
In addition to SL630, HZ35W and HZ30W, Samsung unveils also the ultra slim TL110 and TL105 digital cameras. The former is a 14.2 Megapixel camera with 5x optical zoom and 27mm wide-angle while the latter is a 12.2 Megapixel camera with 4x optical zoom and 27.5mm wide-angle. They both have 2.7-inch LCD display.
The TL110 features also dual image stabilization and the TL105 includes digital image stabilization. They offer special image effects such as Fisheye and Lomo, and a long list of user-selectable Photo Styles. Videos are record at 720p resolution at 30fps.
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Samsung HZ35W and HZ30W 15X Zoom Digital Camera
February 4th, 2010 by admin
Samsung announced the HZ35W and HZ30W to their HZ-Series of high zoom, point-and-shoot digital cameras.
Both cameras feature 12 megapixels, an ultra wide-angle 24mm Schneider lens with 15x optical zoom, Dual Image Stabilization, Smart Auto , high-definition video recording with the ability to record video at a resolution of 720p / 30fps, H.264 compression and true HDMI connectivity.
Additionally, the HZ35W features a 3.0″ AMOLED display that offers a much brighter and sharper display and built-in GPS technology for the automatic geo-tagging of images from anywhere in the world.
The Samsung HZ35W and HZ30W digital Cameras will be available March 2010.
Panasonic HDC-HS60, HDC-TM55 and HDC-SD60 Camcorders
February 4th, 2010 by admin
Panasonic unveiled three new compact Full HD camcorders, the HDC-HS60, HDC-TM55 and HDC-SD60. All of them have a 35.7mm wide angle lens with 25x optical zoom, extendable to 35x Intelligent Zoom.
These Full HD camcorders, like Panasonic’s new cameras, feature the iA (Intelligent Auto) that includes Face Recognition, AF/AE Tracking, Intelligent Scene Selector, Intelligent Contrast Control, Face Detection and POWER O.I.S. The HDC-HS60 has a 120GB hard drive while the HDC-TM55 gets 8GB internal flash memory. All three models support SD/SDHC and the new SDXC memory cards.
Other common features include touchscreen operation, Wind Noise Canceller, Eco Mode and VIERA Link. They all come in black.
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