http://www.digitalreview.ca Digitalreview, Latest digital camera reviews and general news relating to digital photography. Digital camera buying guide and more. hourly 1 1970-01-01T00:00+00:00 http://www.digitalreview.ca/ http://www.digitalreview.ca/pics/logoxml.jpg digitalreview.ca 2010-03-08T01:34:00+00:00 http://www.digitalreview.ca/content/Canon-Rebel-T2i-550D-SLR.shtml Canon has today unveiled the successor to the popular Canon Rebel T1i EOS 500D, in the way of the Canon EOS Rebel T2i EOS 550 D digital SLR camera with an 18 megapixel CMOS sensor. The Canon Rebel T2i, like the Canon EOS Rebel T1i, is geared towards family and entry-level enthusiast SLR photographers. The Rebel T2i includes a variety of new features including: 3.7 fps shooting, an ISO range of 100-6400 expandable to 12,800, a 63 zone Dual Layer Metering System, a high resolution 3.0 inch LCD monitor and a DIGIC 4 Imaging Processor. The Rebel T2i also offers Full HD 1080p video recording as well as 18 megapixel still images. See full story... digitalreview.ca 2010-01-05T07:49:00+00:00 http://www.digitalreview.ca/content/Canon-EF-70-200mm-L-IS-II-USM-Zoom-Lens.shtml Improving upon one of the most popular lenses in the Canon EF line is no easy task, although Canon has done just that. The all-new EF 70-200mm f2.8L IS II USM increases the speed, performance and optical quality of the EF 70-200 f2.8L IS USM while maintaining all of the characteristics that have made it so desirable for Canon professionals and advanced amateurs alike. See full story... digitalreview.ca 2009-12-16T11:32:00+00:00 http://www.digitalreview.ca/Nikkor/Nikon-AF-S-70-300mm-VR-II-Nikkor-Zoom.shtml If you are in the market for a more powerful zoom to complement your Nikon digital or film SLR, the Nikon 70-300mm f4.5-5.6G ED-IF AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor lens is designed for telephoto shooting opportunities, such as sports, action, wildlife, travel and portrait photography. When used on a Nikon DX format digital SLR, the AF-S 70-300mm VR Nikkor zoom approximates the picture angle performance of a 105-450mm lens on a 35mm SLR camera. To give an idea how well this lens is able to perform, we have posted a gallery of Nikon AF-S 70-300mm f4.5-5.6G IF ED VR zoom sample images, which were taken while on safari in Kenya, East Africa. See full story... digitalreview.ca 2009-11-23T12:21:00+00:00 http://www.digitalreview.ca/content/Nikon-AFS-18-200mm-VR-II-compared-to-Sigma-DC-OS-HSM-zoom.shtml Nikon recently introduced an updated version of their popular AF-S DX 18-200mm f3.5-5.6G VR Nikkor zoom lens. The new AF-S DX Nikkor 18-200mm f3.5-5.6G VR II, combines an 11.1X zoom range with enhanced Vibration Reduction technology to provide DX-format Nikon SLR users with a versatile zoom range in a compact form-factor. In terms of similar choices, Sigma Corporation offers the lower cost Sigma DC 18-200mm f3.5-6.3 OS HSM zoom lens which is available in a variety of camera mounts, including Nikon. To see how these two lenses compare, we tested the Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-200mm f3.5-5.6G ED VR II zoom versus the Sigma DC 18-200mm f3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM lens with the Nikon D90 SLR. See full story... digitalreview.ca 2009-11-02T01:25:00+00:00 http://www.digitalreview.ca/content/Canon-Powershot-SX20-IS.shtml#gallery We have just posted a series of sample images from the new Canon PowerShot SX20 IS long range zoom camera, a successor to the popular Canon SX10 IS from 2008. The 12.1 megapixel Canon SX20 IS features a 20x optical zoom, 720p HD movie recording ability with stereo microphone, and a 2.5 inch variable angle PureColor LCD display combined with full manual and automatic controls that provide photographers with an even greater range of creative options. See full story... digitalreview.ca 2009-10-25T11:13:00+00:00 http://www.digitalreview.ca/content/Canon-EF-Lens-Speedlite-Instant-Rebate-Oct-09.shtml Canon USA Inc. has today announced a series of instant rebates on a select number of EFS, EF lenses and Canon external speedlites. Rebate amounts range from a low of 20 dollars on the Canon 270EX Speedlite accessory flash to a high of 500 dollars on an item like the EF 200mm f2L professional telephoto lens. See full story... digitalreview.ca 2009-10-14T01:03:00+00:00 http://www.digitalreview.ca/content/Nikon-AF-S-85mm-G-Micro-VR-Nikkor-Lens.shtml Nikon Inc., today introduced the new medium telephoto AFS DX Micro NIKKOR 85mm f3.5G ED VR lens designed specifically for extreme close-up photography, yet perfectly suited for portrait, nature, and general imaging as well. Focusing as close as 0.9 ft., this new 85mm Micro lens allows photographers to capture closeup images with life size reproduction ratios up to one to one. See full story... digitalreview.ca 2009-10-02T08:10:00+00:00 http://www.digitalreview.ca/content/Canon-PowerShot-SX120-IS-Review.shtml We have now had the opportunity to review the recently released Canon PowerShot SX120 IS camera. The Canon Powershot SX120 IS is the successor to the PowerShot SX110 IS from 2008. Canon designed the PowerShot SX120 IS to appeal to those who are looking for an affordable and compact camera that offers point and shoot simplicity with long range zoom capabilities. To see how the camera performed, check out our Canon SX120 IS sample image gallery, along with the findings and conclusions from our review. See full story... digitalreview.ca 2009-09-01T03:18:00+00:00 http://www.digitalreview.ca/content/Canon-7D-SLR.shtml Canon Inc. has today officially introduced the Canon EOS 7D digital SLR. Made to be a tool of choice for serious photographers and semi-professionals, the Canon EOS 7D features an all-new 18.0 Megapixel APS-C size CMOS sensor and Dual DIGIC 4 Image Processors, capturing images at up to ISO 12800 and speeds of up to 8 fps. The EOS 7D has a new all cross-type 19-point AF system with improved AI Servo AF subject tracking and user-selectable AF area selection modes. The Canon EOS 7D's Intelligent Viewfinder, an entirely newly-designed technology, provides 100 percent coverage and displays user-selected AF modes as well as a spot metering circle and on demand grid lines. New iFCL Metering with 63-zone dual-layer metering system uses both focus and color information to provide more accurate exposure even in difficult lighting. See full story... digitalreview.ca 2009-09-01T03:16:00+00:00 http://www.digitalreview.ca/content/Canon-EF-S-15-85mm-IS-USM-Zoom-Lens.shtml Canon has officially introduced the Canon EF-S 15-85mm f3.5-5.6 IS USM zoom lens. Combining a extensive zoom range featuring wide angle and telephoto plus a 4-stop Image Stabilizer, the EF-S 15-85mm f3.5-5.6 IS USM provides outstanding performance and flexibility. The EF-S 15-85mm f3.5-5.6 IS USM features Canons 4-stop Image Stabilizer. Ideal for handheld work, IS allows the use of shutter speeds up to 4 stops slower without causing image blur. The Image Stabilizer helps when shooting in low light conditions or from moving vehicles. See full story... digitalreview.ca 2009-08-27T01:21:00+00:00 http://www.digitalreview.ca/content/Sony-A850-Alpha-Full-Frame-SLR.shtml Sony has today announced the Sony Alpha a850 full frame SLR, a younger sibling to the professional oriented Sony Alpha A900 SLR. The Sony a850 features a large high resolution 24 MP sensor equivalent in size to 35mm film format. The Sony Alpha a850 is designed to be a more affordable solution for those who are looking to pursue full frame camera technology without the typically higher associated cost versus smaller APS-C sized sensor technology. See full story... digitalreview.ca 2009-08-25T03:41:00+00:00 http://www.digitalreview.ca/content/Nikon-D60-D5000-D90-D300-D700-D3-D3x-Price-Drop.shtml Nikon has today reduced the manufacturer's recommended retail price on all of their current digital SLR cameras, including the Nikon D60, D3000, D5000, D90, D300, D700, D3 and the D3x. The price drops range from $30 to $500 depending on the Nikon SLR model or camera body lens kit configuration. Nikon Canada has also officially announced the MSRP on the new entry level Nikon D3000, and the new DX format flagship, the Nikon D300s digital SLR. See full story... digitalreview.ca 2009-08-21T10:41:00+00:00 http://www.digitalreview.ca/content/Canon-Rebel-T1i-PowerShot-SD1200-SD780-SX200-IS-Price-Drop.shtml Canon Canada Inc. has just announced a $100 price reduction on the 15.1 MP Canon Rebel T1i. The price decrease applies to either the Rebel T1i digital SLR body only or the Canon Rebel T1i kit with EF 18-55mm IS lens. Canon Canada Inc. has also announced price reductions on three PowerShot digital cameras, including the stylish Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS, the compact Canon PowerShot SD780IS and the Canon PowerShot SX200 IS with 12x zoom. See full story... digitalreview.ca 2009-08-19T09:01:00+00:00 http://www.digitalreview.ca/content/Canon-Powershot-G11.shtml Canon has today announced a number of new PowerShot digital cameras, among them the prosumer PowerShot G11. The Canon PowerShot G11 is a successor to the PowerShot G10. The Canon PowerShot G11 follows the design of the PowerShot G10, although the resolution has been reduced to 10.0 megapixels compared to 14.7 MP for the G10. With the new sensor, Canon is promising the PowerShot G11 will offer substantially improved image quality over the Canon G10, especially when using higher ISO sensitivities. The PowerShot G11 incorporates a new 2.8 inch tilt and swivel LCD high resolution screen, and now also provides an HDMI output for high definition connectivity. See full story... digitalreview.ca 2009-08-19T08:58:00+00:00 http://www.digitalreview.ca/content/Canon-Powershot-SX20-IS.shtml Canon has today announced the 12.1 megapixel Canon PowerShot SX20 IS, a full featured yet compact and portable digital camera, and a successor to the popular PowerShot SX10 IS introduced last year. The Canon Powershot SX20 IS now features 720p HD movie recording at 30 frames per second, while keeping the same stereo microphone found on the SX10 IS. The Canon PowerShot SX20 IS features a 2.5 inch vari-angle PureColor LCD display combined with full manual controls that provide photographers an even greater range of creative options. See full story... digitalreview.ca 2009-08-10T10:26:00+00:00 http://www.digitalreview.ca/content/Nikon-D3000-vs-D60-vs-Canon-Rebel-XS-1000D.shtml Nikon recently announced the Nikon D3000 digital SLR, a successor to the popular Nikon D40 and D60 entry level digital SLR cameras. The 10 MP DX format Nikon D3000 ups the ante with a larger 3.0-inch LCD screen, a new user friendly Guide setting accessible directly on the mode dial, and the inclusion of Nikons Scene Recognition System. The Nikon D3000 also incorporates the same 11 point AF system with 3D Focus Tracking found in the Nikon D5000 and D90, while retaining many of the features and overall design that made the Nikon D40 and the Nikon D60 so popular. Based on general features and price points, the Canon Digital Rebel XS is the closest current competitor to the Nikon D3000 digital SLR. If you are in the market for an entry level type of digital SLR camera, we have provided a side by side feature comparison highlighting how the Nikon D3000 compares to the Nikon D60 and the Canon Rebel XS SLR cameras. See full story... digitalreview.ca 2009-08-05T01:26:00+00:00 http://www.digitalreview.ca/content/Sony-Cyber-Shot-DSC-WX1-TX1.shtml Sony today announced two new Cybershot cameras the DSC TX1 and DSC WX1 models that provide unprecedented advances in low light performance with approximately twice the sensitivity of cameras with traditional image sensors. These Cyber shot cameras are the first to employ Sonys new Exmor R back illuminated CMOS sensor technology to improve shooting in low-light scenarios, enhancing image clarity and drastically reducing grain. See full story... digitalreview.ca 2009-08-04T12:11:00+00:00 http://www.digitalreview.ca/content/Nikon-Coolpix-S1000PJ.shtml Nikon today introduced four new Nikon Coolpix cameras to its line-up of Style Series compact digital cameras, with the Nikon Coolpix S1000pj featuring the worlds first built-in projector, enabling consumers to share their images and videos in an all-new fun way. The Nikon Coolpix S1000pj transforms photo-sharing into a multimedia experience. With the touch of a button, users can project images and videos as large as 40 inches, and with the slideshow function, playback pictures with music, effects and creative transitions. See full story... digitalreview.ca 2009-07-30T12:04:00+00:00 http://www.digitalreview.ca/content/Nikon-AF-S-70-200mm-F2-8-VRII.shtml Nikon today announced the AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f2.8G ED VR II, a telephoto zoom lens that has been further refined. The AF-S 70-200mm f2.8G Nikkor, now benefits from Nikons exclusive Nano Crystal Coat, and retains its status as a preeminent choice for discerning professionals in a multitude of shooting disciplines. The Nikon AF-S 70-200mm f2.8G incorporates Nikons VR II image stabilization technology, which is engineered and optimized to function most effectively for each lens design to substantially reduce camera shake-related image blur. See full story... digitalreview.ca 2009-07-30T12:02:00+00:00 http://www.digitalreview.ca/content/Nikon-AF-S-18-200-mm-VRII.shtml Nikon today announced an updated version of the AF-S DX Nikkor 18-200mm f3.5-5.6G IF ED VR zoom lens. The AF-S DX Nikkor 18-200mm f3.5-5.6GII IF ED VR, the next generation of Nikons all time best selling high ratio zoom, combines an 11X zoom range with Vibration Reduction II to provide DX format enthusiasts with an extremely versatile zoom range in a compact form factor. See full story... digitalreview.ca 2009-07-22T04:39:00+00:00 http://www.digitalreview.ca/content/Fuji-Finepix-F70EXR.shtml Fujifilm has today announced the Fuji FinePix F70EXR, a compact 10 megapixel camera featuring a Fujinon 10x wide angle optical zoom lens providing coverage from 27mm to 270mm in 35mm terms. The Fuji Finepix F70EXR incorporates Fujis proprietary Super CCD EXR switchable sensor, 15 user friendly scene modes with manual override, and can record 640 x 480 VGA movies with sound. See full story... digitalreview.ca 2009-07-22T04:32:00+00:00 http://www.digitalreview.ca/content/Fuji-Finepix-S200EXR.shtml Fuji has announced a number of new digital cameras today, among them the Fuji Finepix S200EXR, a 12MP bridge type of camera offering SLR like features and extended creative control. Combining the 14.3x Fujinon optical zoom lens offering 30.5mm-436mm equivalent, with Fujis latest 12-MegaPixel Super CCD EXR sensor, the FinePix S200EXR is aimed at top-end camera enthusiasts looking for excellent picture quality without the bulk and expense of a digital SLR system. See full story... digitalreview.ca 2009-07-04T02:33:00+00:00 http://www.digitalreview.ca/content/Nikon-AF-S-DX-10-24mm-Nikkor-Lens-Sample-Images.shtml We recently had the opportunity to test the new Nikon AF-S DX 10-24mm f3.5-4.5G ED ultra wide-angle Nikkor zoom lens. The AF-S DX 10-24mm zoom is optimized for Nikon DX format digital SLR cameras, and is designed for capturing landscapes, cityscapes, interiors, architecture and large group shots among others. See full story and image test samples... digitalreview.ca 2009-06-16T12:13:00+00:00 http://www.digitalreview.ca/content/Olympus-E-P1-PEN-Digital-Four-Thirds-Micro-Camera.shtml The new Olympus E-P1 is the worlds smallest 12 megapixel interchangeable lens system digital camera that blends the ability to capture high-quality still images or High Definition 720p video within an ultra-portable body. The new Olympus E-P1 combines the creative freedom of a digital SLR with the simple controls and small size of a point-and-shoot. See full story... digitalreview.ca 2009-06-01T02:23:00+00:00 http://www.digitalreview.ca/content/Nikon-D5000-Price-Decrease-D3-D3x-Rebate.shtml Nikon Canada Inc. has today reduced the manufacturer's recommended retail price on the family oriented Nikon D5000 digital SLR kit with Nikkor AF-S DX 18-55mm f3.5-5.6G VR zoom lens. Nikon Canada has also introduced an instant rebate program on the professional Nikon D3 and Nikon D3x full frame FX format digital SLR cameras for the month of June. See full story... digitalreview.ca 2009-05-05T01:03:00+00:00 http://www.digitalreview.ca/content/Canon-Rebel-XSi-XS-50D-EF-Lens-Rebate-05-09.shtml Canon USA Inc. has announced a new instant rebate program that applies to the purchase of the Canon EOS Digital Rebel XSi, the Canon Rebel XS or the Canon EOS 50D digital SLR tied with a specific Canon EF lens or lenses. Canon USA Inc. has also introduced a number of instant rebates on select Canon EF lenses and accessories. See full story... digitalreview.ca 2009-05-03T02:44:00+00:00 http://www.digitalreview.ca/content/Nikon-D5000-D90-Compared-to-Canon-Rebel-T1i-500D.shtml We have now added a detailed comparison list outlining the respective advantages of the Nikon D90, the D5000 and the Canon Rebel T1i SLR as well as a few comparison images between the Nikon D5000 and the Canon Rebel T1i. Original story: April 16th. Nikon's recent announcement of the 12.3MP Nikon D5000 adds a new player to the digital SLR mix that also offers the option of 720p HD movie recording to complement still photography. With features largely borrowed from the Nikon D90, the Nikon D5000 mainly differs in that it is designed to appeal more to those that are looking for a camera that centers around automatic user friendly operation. See full story... digitalreview.ca 2009-04-19T01:24:00+00:00 http://www.digitalreview.ca/content/Nikon-D5000-D90-Compared-to-Canon-Rebel-T1i-500D.shtml Nikon's recent announcement of the 12.3MP Nikon D5000 digital SLR adds a new camera to the digital SLR mix that also offers the option of 720p HD movie recording to complement still photography. We have now published a detailed overview of how the Nikon D5000 compares to the Nikon D90 and the new Canon Rebel T1i EOS 500D in terms of respective advantages. For all the details check out our comprehensive side by side feature comparison of the Nikon D90 versus the Nikon D5000 and the Canon Rebel T1i. See full story... digitalreview.ca 2009-04-07T12:03:00+00:00 http://www.digitalreview.ca/content/Canon-Rebel-T1i-EOS-500D-Compared-to-Nikon-D90.shtml With the recent introduction of the 15.1MP Canon Rebel T1i EOS 500D, there have been a number of emails asking us how the Rebel T1i compares to the 12.1MP Nikon D90. we have just posted a detailed side by side feature and benefit comparison review of the Canon Rebel T1i EOS 500D versus the Nikon D90. See full story... digitalreview.ca 2009-03-25T12:51:00+00:00 http://www.digitalreview.ca/content/Canon-Digital-Rebel-T1i-EOS-500D.shtml Canon has announced the Canon EOS Rebel T1i, a camera that closely resembles the Canon Rebel XSi in design although adds a number of new features including HD movie recording. See full story...