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Feb
3rd.
The
Olympus E-PL1 is the third model in the Olympus PEN series
of 'Micro Four Thirds System' interchangeable lens digital
cameras. It's predecessors, the Olympus E-P1 and E-P2, introduced
last year, have been widely acclaimed for their light, compact
form, distinctive design, and good image quality.
Featuring
a new interface specifically designed to be more friendly
to compact camera users, the new Olympus E-PL1 is an entry-level
model that makes PEN series photographic quality accessible
to an even wider range of consumers than before. For imaging,
the E-PL1 employs a 4/3-inch, 12.3-megapixel high speed Live
MOS Sensor and TruePic V image processing engine that are
designed to deliver quality that rivals that of digital SLR
systems...
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Feb
3rd.
Nikon
Corporation today introduced eight new Coolpix cameras to
its line-up of compact digital cameras, including one Performance-series,
four Style-series and three Life-series cameras. The new models
include the flagship Coolpix P100 with features a 26x optical
zoom with image stabilizer and HD movie recording, the sleek
and compact Coolpix S8000 with 10x wide angle zoom, and the
Nikon Coolpix S6000 with 7x zoom...
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Feb
2nd.
Fujifilm
announced a number of new digital camera models today, and
among the more interesting is the Fuji Finepix HS10. The Finepix
HS10 is a 10.3 megapixel bridge type of camera offering SLR
like features and extended creative control, coupled with
a 30x optical zoom lens with 24mm wide angle coverage and
Fuji's back illuminated CMOS sensor technology. The FinePix
HS10 also features a full HD movie mode (1080p) with stereo
sound, and the camera’s mini HDMI port allows users to
easily display ultra clear high definition photographs and
movies on high definition televisions. For photography enthusiasts
the Fuji HS10 also offers RAW format recording for greater
post processing flexibility... See
full story
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Jan
26th.
Panasonic
today introduced the LUMIX DMC-ZS7 (TZ10) as the newest member
of its popular ZS (TZ) series of digital cameras. Incorporating
the key features that have been fundamental in the success
of the Lumix ZS (TZ) series– including AVCHD Lite HD
movie recording capability, a 25mm ultra wide angle 12x optical
zoom in a compact body – the Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7
(TZ10) goes one step further to offer users built-in GPS and
manual exposure control. The Lumix ZS7 incorporates a 14.5-megapixel
CCD which offers up to 12.1-megapixel resolution. This enables
multi-aspect shooting that can reproduce images taken with
the lens set from 25mm to 300mm in any of three aspect ratios
- 4:3, 3:2 or 16:9...
See
full story
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Jan
7th.
Panasonic
today introduced the new FH-Series to its 2010 line of Lumix
digital cameras, which includes the Lumix DMC-FH20 (14.1-megapixels),
Lumix FH3 (14.1-megapixels) and Lumix FH1 (12.1-megapixels).
The Panasonic Lumix FH-Series are slim, pocketable models
that pack a 28mm wide-angle lens with 8x optical zoom for
the Panasonic Lumix FH20 (28-224mm in 35mm terms) and 5x optical
zoom for the Lumix FH3 and FH1. (28-140mm in 35mm terms).
All three cameras can also record High Definition video and
thanks to iA (Intelligent Auto)shooting mode- are extremely
easy to use...
See
full story
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Jan
7th. Panasonic
has today announced the compact Lumix DMC-FP3 and FP1 digital
cameras with 4x optical zoom. The Panasonic Lumix FP3 features
14.1 megapixel resolution and incorporates a large 3.0-inch
230K Touch Screen display. The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 provides
many of the same features as the FP3 although the camera incorporates
a 12.1 megapixel imager and a slightly smaller 2.7-inch, 230K
standard display LCD monitor. Both cameras offer 720p HD movie
recording and a host of other features... See
full story
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Jan
6th. Sony
took the wraps off two new Cyber-shot digital still cameras
today, the Sony DSC-HX5V and DSC-TX7 that are the world’s
first compact digital still cameras to include full HD (1920
x 1080 60i) Advanced Video Codec High Definition (AVCHD) video
capability. They are also the world’s smallest and thinnest
AVCHD capable cameras. The Sony DSC-HX5V and the Sony DSC-TX7
are the first Cyber-shot cameras with in-camera High Dynamic
Range (HDR) for managing difficult lighting situations and
TransferJet™ wireless technology for sharing, storing
and viewing images. The HX5V model is also the world’s
first still camera to include GPS + Compass and Optical SteadyShot™
with Active Mode technologies...
See
full story
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 Jan
5th. 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 f/2.8L IS II USM increases the speed, performance
and optical quality of the EF 70-200 f/2.8L IS USM while maintaining
all of the characteristics that have made it so desirable
for Canon professionals and advanced amateurs alike...
See
full story
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 Dec
16th. 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 f/4.5-5.6G IF
ED VR zoom sample images, which were taken while on safari
in Kenya, East Africa... See
full story
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 Nov
22nd. Nikon
recently introduced an updated version of their popular AF-S
DX 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G VR Nikkor zoom lens. The new AF-S DX
Nikkor 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G VR II, combines an 11.1X zoom range
with enhanced Vibration Reduction (VR II) 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 f/3.5-6.3 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 f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II zoom versus
the Sigma DC 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM lens with the Nikon
D90 SLR... See
full story
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 Nov
7th. Nikon
Canada Inc. has recently reduced the manufacturer's recommended
retail price (MSRP) on all of their current digital SLR cameras,
including the Nikon D3000, D5000, D90, D300s, D700, D3s and
the D3x. The price drops range from $30 to $550 depending
on the Nikon SLR model or camera body lens kit configuration.
The Nikon D300s body only was originally announced at an anticipated
MSRP of $2069, and the price has now been adjusted to $1849,
a decrease of $220... See
full story
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 Nov
2nd. 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 (28-560mm in 35mm terms),
720p HD movie recording ability with stereo microphone, and
a 2.5 inch vari-angle PureColor LCD display combined with
full manual and automatic controls that provide photographers
with an even greater range of creative options... See
Canon SX20 IS Sample Images
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 Oct
23rd. Canon
USA Inc. has today announced a series of instant rebates on
a select number of EF-S / EF lenses and Canon external speedlites.
Rebate amounts range from a low of $20 on the Canon 270EX
Speedlite accessory flash to a high of $500 on an item like
the EF 200mm f/2L professional telephoto lens. Other lenses
now covered by a discount include the EF 70-200mm f/2.8 L
telephoto zoom and the ultra wide angle EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5
lens. The offer is valid from Oct 23rd, 2009 to Jan 16th,
2010. See
the Canon EF lens instant rebates
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 Oct
14th. Nikon
Inc., today introduced the new medium telephoto AF-S DX Micro
NIKKOR 85mm f/3.5G 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 close-up
images with life-size reproduction ratios up to 1:1. The new
85mm Micro NIKKOR lens, in conjunction with Nikon DX-format
digital SLR cameras, renders a picture angle equivalent of
approximately 127.5mm (in the 35mm or FX-format), providing
a natural perspective along with a desirable and practical
lens-to-subject working distance... See
full story
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 Oct
1st. We
have now had the opportunity to review the recently released
Canon PowerShot SX120 IS. 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. With features
such as a 10x optical zoom lens with built-in optical image
stabilizer (IS), advanced face detection technology, DIGIC
III image processor, and a large 3.0-inch LCD, this compact
super-zoom seems to offer considerable value for the money.
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
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 Sept
1st. 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 also 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% 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.
The Canon EOS 7D also captures Full HD video at 30 frames
per second with an array of manual controls, including manual
exposure during movie shooting and ISO speed selection...
See
full story
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 Sept
1st. Canon
has officially announced the much rumoured Canon EF-S 15-85mm
f/3.5-5.6 IS USM zoom lens. The Canon EF-S 15-85mm IS USM
is designed to offer high end image quality, while providing
focal length range coverage from approximately 24-136mm 35
mm equivalent terms. The EF-S 15-85mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM features
Canon’s 4-stop Image Stabilizer (IS). Ideal for handheld
work, IS allows the use of shutter speeds up to 4 stops slower...
See
full story
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 Aug
27th. Sony
has today announced the Sony Alpha a850 full frame SLR, a
junior sibling to the professional oriented Sony Alpha A900
SLR. The Sony a850 features a large high resolution 24 MP
sensor, equivalent in size to the 35mm film format. The Sony
Alpha a850 digital SLR 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. Sony has also announced
a new full frame format lens, the Sony 28-75mm F2.8 SAM...
See
full story
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Aug
25th. Nikon
Canada Inc. has today reduced the manufacturer's recommended
retail price (MSRP) 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
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 Aug
21st. Canon
Canada Inc. has just announced a price reduction on the 15.1
megapixel Canon Rebel T1i SLR camera. 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 ultra compact Canon PowerShot SD780IS and the Canon PowerShot
SX200 IS with 12x zoom... See
full story
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 Aug
19th. 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 general design of the PowerShot G10, although
the resolution has been reduced to 10.0 megapixels compared
to the 14.7 MP PowerShot G10. According to Canon, the G11's
new Dual Anti-Noise System combines a high sensitivity 10.0
Megapixel image sensor with Canon’s enhanced DIGIC 4
image processing technology to greatly reduce noise and increase
image quality equal to 2-stops. The Dual Anti-Noise System
allows photographers to capture full resolution images - using
up to ISO 3200 - in difficult low-light conditions. The PowerShot
G11 now also incorporates a new 2.8-inch tilt and swivel LCD
high resolution screen (461K dots), and provides an HDMI output
for high definition connectivity... See
full story
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Aug
19th. Canon
has also 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 HD video
(720p) 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. The
Canon PowerShot SX20 IS features a 20x wide-angle (28mm) optical
zoom with a focal range from 28mm to 560mm in 35mm terms offering
broad versatility with composition...
See
full story
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 Aug
10th. Nikon
recently announced the Nikon D3000 digital SLR, a successor
to the popular Nikon D40 and D60 entry level digital SLR cameras.
The 10.2 MP DX format Nikon D3000 ups the ante with an 11-point
AF system with 3D Tracking, a larger 3.0-inch LCD screen,
a new user friendly 'Guide' setting accessible directly on
the mode dial, and the inclusion of Nikon's Scene Recognition
System, to name a few. Based on general features and the intended
user, the Canon Digital Rebel XS / EOS 1000D is one of the
closest current competitors to the Nikon D3000 digital SLR.
If you are in the market for an entry level type of digital
SLR camera, check out our side by side comparison between
the new Nikon D3000 and the Nikon D60 versus the Canon Rebel
XS / EOS 1000D digital SLR... See
full story
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 Aug
5th. Sony
today announced two new Cyber-shot cameras, the Sony Cyber-Shot
DSC-TX1 and DSC-WX1 that provide unprecedented advances in
low-light performance with approximately twice the sensitivity
of cameras with traditional image sensors. The 10 MP effective
resolution Sony DSC-WX1 and TX1 are the first to employ Sony’s
new “Exmor R” back illuminated CMOS sensor technology
to improve shooting in low-light scenarios, enhancing image
clarity and significantly reducing grain...
See
full story
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 Aug
4th. Nikon
has today announced the Nikon Coolpix S1000pj digital camera
featuring the world’s first built-in projector. Providing
consumers with new exciting ways to share images, 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 camera’s
unique slideshow function, playback pictures with music, effects
and creative transitions... See
full story
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 July
30th. Nikon
today announced the AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II,
a telephoto zoom lens that has been further refined. The AF-S
70-200mm f/2.8G Nikkor, now benefits from Nikon's 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 f/2.8G incorporates Nikon’s
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
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 July
30th. Nikon
today announced an updated version of the AF-S DX Nikkor 18-200mm
f/3.5-5.6G IF ED VR zoom lens. The AF-S DX Nikkor 18-200mm
f/3.5-5.6GII IF ED VR, the next generation of Nikon’s
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.
Nikon has enhanced the construction of the AF-S DX 18-200mm
f/3.5-5.6G VR II to include a zoom lock switch... See
full story
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 July
22nd. 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 Fujifilm's proprietary
Super CCD EXR switchable sensor (select from High Resolution,
Wide Dynamic Range or High Sensitivity with Low Noise), 15
user friendly scene modes with manual override, and can record
640 x 480 VGA movies with sound...
See
full story
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 July
22nd. Fujifilm
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,
coupled with Fuji's Super EXR sensor.
Combining the 14.3x Fujinon optical zoom lens (30.5mm-436mm
equivalent) so popular in its predecessor, the award-winning
Fuji FinePix S100FS, with Fujifilm’s latest 12-MegaPixel
Super CCD EXR sensor, the FinePix S200EXR is aimed at photo
enthusiasts looking for a smaller full featured camera without
the size and expense of building a digital SLR system... See
full story
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 July
4th. We
recently had the opportunity to test out the new Nikon AF-S
DX 10-24mm f/3.5-4.5G ED Nikkor ultra wide-angle 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. The Nikkor AF-S DX 10-24mm f/3.5-4.5G ED lens
incorporates Nikon's AF-S Silent Wave Motor (SWM) technology,
offering fast, accurate and quiet autofocus operation. Two
ED glass elements assist in minimizing chromatic aberration.
The lens renders a picture angle of 109° through 61°,
equivalent to focal lengths of 15-36mm in Nikon FX or 35mm
formats...
See
full story
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 June
16th. After
50 years, the Olympus PEN camera is back. Announced today,
the Olympus E-P1 is the world’s smallest 12.3-megapixel
interchangeable lens system digital camera that blends the
ability to capture high-quality still images or High Definition
(HD) 720p video, and in-camera creativity within an ultra-portable
body. The new Olympus E-P1 provides high quality optics, interchangeable
lenses and multimedia capabilities—and combines the creative
freedom of a digital SLR with the simple controls and small
size of a point-and-shoot...
See
full story
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 June
2nd. Nikon
Canada Inc. has today reduced the manufacturer's recommended
retail price (MSRP) on the Nikon D5000 digital SLR kit with
Nikkor AF-S DX 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR zoom lens. The Nikon
D5000 kit with upgraded AF-S DX 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G VR zoom
lens has also been reduced in price. Nikon Canada has also
introduced an instant rebate program on the professional Nikon
D3 and Nikon D3x full frame FX format digital SLR cameras.
Purchase either a Nikon D3 or a Nikon D3x digital SLR this
month (June 09) from an Authorized Nikon Canada Dealer and
take advantage of a $250 Canadian instant rebate...
See
full story
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 May
5th. 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,
including a $30 US instant rebate on the Canon 220 EX and
the Canon 430 EX II Speedlite external flashes. The Canon
USA Inc. Canon
EOS 50D, Rebel
XSi, Rebel XS kit, EF Lens and Accessory Instant Rebate Promotion
runs from May 3rd, 2009 to July 11th, 2009...
See
rebate details
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 UPDATE,
May 2nd. We have now added a list outlining the
respective advantages of the Nikon D90, the D5000 and the
Canon Rebel T1i 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, while incorporating similar technologies
and delivering the same level of image quality provided by
the Nikon D90. The D90 remains aimed at enthusiast level photographers
that prefer more manual control options and an extended feature
set. Based on general features and price points, the Canon
Digital Rebel T1i / EOS 500D is the closest current competitor
to the Nikon D5000 digital SLR...
See
full story
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