Digital Camera News, Reviews and Tips
The Sigma DP2s was announced at PMA 2010. The compact camera is a slightly refreshed version of the DP2 and features a 14MP Foveon X3 CMOS image sensor, RAW image capture and a 24mm f/2.8 lens. Sigma’s Photo Pro Version 4 software ships with the DP2s.
The Sigma DP1x was announced at PMA 2010 today. The DP1x is a refreshed version of the original DP1, freaturing the large CMOS sensor and the TRUE II image processing engine found in the DP2 and upcoming SD15.
More details in the press release below. [Read more…]
The Samsung TL500 (aka EX1) is a 10MP point and shoot camera with a 1/1.7-inch CCD image sensor, a 3x zoom f/1.8 lens and a 3-inch AMOLED swivel display. The TL500 supports RAW file capture and offers optical image stabilization.
The Samsung TL500 should be available in Spring 2010 at an initial retail price of $449.99.
The Samsung TL350 is a 10.2MP point and shoot camera which features a CMOS sensor and 1080p video capture, as well as a number of high-speed video capture modes up to 1000 fps. The TL350 offers RAW file capture, a 5x optical zoom lens, optical image stabilization, full manual control and 3-inch AMOLED display.
The Samsung TL350 should be available in Spring 2010 at an initial retail price of $349.99. Check availability on Amazon.com. [Read more…]
The Samsung AQ100 and SL605 are two 12MP point and shoot cameras introduced at PMA 2010.
The Samsung AQ100 is waterproof up to 10 feet and features a 5x optical zoom, 720p HD video capture and a 2.7-inch LCD. The AQ100 should be available in Spring 2010 at an initial retail price of $199.99. Check availability on Amazon.com.
The Samsung SL605 is durable and dustproof, and features VGA video capture, along with a 2.7-inch LCD. The SL605 should be available in Spring 2010 at an initial retail price of $129.99. Check availability on Amazon.com. [Read more…]
Canon has issued a press statement touting the effective use of the new flagship EOS 1D Mark IV at Super Bowl XLIV. Canon interviewed four photographers who used the 1D Mark IV at the big game, all of whom brag on the effectiveness of the camera’s new autofocus system. You can read all of the soundbites in the press release below. [Read more…]
HP has announced several new products at PMA 2010 – the HP CW450, PW550z, SW450, CW450t and PW460t point and shoot cameras, as well as the V1020h, V5061u and V5560u camcorders. All of these new cameras are budget-friendly and range in price from $99 to $199.
More details in the press release below. [Read more…]
This is the third round of examining the high ISO results from the Canon 1D Mark IV and Nikon D3S. [Read more…]
As part of PMA 2010, Joby has announced two new products – the Gorillapod Magnetic and the Ballhead X.
The Gorillapod Magnetic is a lot like an ordinary Gorillapod; however, it features magnetic feet, which allows it to attach to any magnetic surface. It supports cameras weighing up to 11.5 ounces. The Gorillapod Magnetic should be available in April 2010 for $24.95.
The Ballhead X is designed to work in conjunction with the Gorillapod Focus tripod. The Ballhead X supports up to 11.1lbs and allows you to pan, tilt and rotate the attached camera atop the Gorillapod. the Ballhead X works with 3/8″ and 1/4″ threads, which allows it to be used on any other tripod as well. The Ballhead X should be available in April 2010 for $79.95. [Read more…]
Pentax has issued a firmware update for the K-7. The new firmware version 1.03 addresses the following issues:
Get more details and download the firmware update on Pentax’s website.