January 2010

Sony W370

Sony introduces a barrage of Cyber-shot point and shoot cameras at CES 2010.

The Sony W370 and W350 are 14.1MP cameras that offer Sony’s popular Sweep Panorama feature at a more affordable price point that previously available.  Both cameras feature built-in SteadyShot image stabilization and 720p video recording.

The W370 features a 7x optical zoom and 3-inch LCD panel. The W370 will be available in March 2010 at an initial retail price of about $230.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

The W350 offers a 4x optical zoom and 2.7-inch rear LCD. The W350 should be available in January 2010 at an initial retail price of about $200.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

The Sony W330 offers a 14.1MP sensor, 3-inch LCD and 4x optical zoom that covers 26mm on the wide end.  The W330 should be available in February 2010 for about $170.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

The Sony W310 features a 12MP sensor, 2.7-inch LCD and 4x optical zoom covering 28mm on the wide end.  The W310 should be available in March 2010 for about $150. Check availability on Amazon.com.

The Sony S2100 is an budget friendly camera with a 12MP sensor, 3x optical zoom and powered by AA batteries.  The S2100 should be available in February 2010 for about $120.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

More details about these new Cyber-shot cameras in the press release below. [click to continue…]

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Panasonic FP1 and FP3

by on January 7, 2010

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Panasonic FP3

Panasonic introduced the FP1 and FP3 at CES 2010. These two point and shoot cameras feature a sliding front panel and an internal 4x optical zoom.  Both cameras feature SDXC compatibility for use with the new SD card standard, allowing 64GB to 2TB in card size and theoretical speeds up to 300/MBs.  Additionally, both cameras feature Panasonic’s MEGA O.I.S. optical image stabilization technology.

The Panasonic FP3 features a 3-inch touchscreen LCD and 14.1MP sensor, while the FP1 offers a 230k dot, 2.7-inch LCD (not a touchscreen) and a 12.1MP sensor.

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Panasonic FP3 Reviews

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Panasonic FH20

Panasonic introduced the FH20, FH3 and FH1 digital cameras at CES 2010.

The FH20 is the top end of the FH-Series cameras with a 14.1MP sensor, 8x optical zoom and 28mm field of view on the wide end.

Panasonic FH3

The FH3 features a 14.1MP sensor, 5x optical zoom and the same 28mm wide-angle.

Panasonic FH1

The FH1 rounds out the low-end of the the FH-series with 12.1MP sensor, 5x optical zoom at 28mm on the wide end.

All three cameras feature 72op video recording, MEGA O.I.S. image stabilization and SDXC compatibility for use with the new SD standard of 64GB to 2TB cards.

No word on pricing for any of these cameras at CES 2010.

Additional info about these new Panasonic cameras can be found in the press release below. [click to continue…]

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Panasonic F3

by on January 7, 2010

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Panasonic F3

Along with several other point and shoot cameras, Panasonic introduced the Lumix F3 at CES 2010.

The Panasonic F3 is a 12.1MP point and shoot camera that features a 4x optical zoom, 720p video recording, a 2.7-inch LCD screen. The F3 follows suit with the FH-Series from Panasonic by offering a focal length of 28mm at the wide end.

As with Panasonic’s other announcements at CES, there’s no word on pricing or availability.

Additional details in the press release below. [click to continue…]

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Samsung TL210

At CES 2010, Samsung introduced the TL210 and TL205 point and shoot cameras.

The Samsung TL210 features a 12.4MP sensor, 5x optical zoom and a 3-inch LCD rear panel.  The TL210 also features a 1.5-inch LCD on the front of the camera.  The TL210 should be available in March 2010.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

The Samsung TL205 features a 12.2MP sensor, 3x optical zoom and a 2.7-inch LCD rear panel.  Like the TL210, the TL205 features a 1.5-inch front LCD.  The TL205 should also be available in March 2010.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

Samsung TL205

More detials in the press release below. [click to continue…]

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Samsung CL80 and TL240

by on January 6, 2010

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Samsung CL80

The Samsung CL80 and TL240 are two point and shoot cameras announced at CES 2010.

The Samsung CL80 is a 14.2MP cameras with a 7x optical zoom and dual image stabilization.  The CL80 features 3.7-inch wide screen WVGA AMOLED screen.  The CL80 also offers Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity, 720p video recording and an HDMI-out connection.  The Samsung CL80 should be available in Spring 2010. Check availability on Amazon.com.

The Samsung TL240 features the same 14.2MP sensor and 7x optical zoom lens, but opts for a traditional 3.5-inch LCD panel.  The TL240 also uses haptic technology for user input, much like the previously available TL225.  The Samsung TL240 should be available in February 2010.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

More details in the press release below. [click to continue…]

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