While there’s been no official word from Sony yet, it looks like the next entry-level DSLR from Sony has surfaced in Vietnam. According to specs provided by tinhte.com, the Sony A290 is equipped with a 14.2MP CCD sensor, max sensitivity of ISO 3200, SteadyShot sensor-based stabilization and a frame rate of 2.5 fps. The A290 appears to be a mild upgrade from the A230 and, keeping with the entry-level spec-list, still does not appear to offer the Quick Autofocus Live View based on the body design and roughly translated specifications.
[tinhte.com via Slashgear]
The Canon PowerShot A3100 IS is an entry-level digital camera that keeps shooting functions basic, yet delivers great quality images for a camera of its size and price range. There are no shiny bells and whistles to go along with the camera, but it makes good on its fit into the category of “point and shoot.”
To see whether the Canon A3100 IS delivers enough for your needs, read on. [click to continue…]
Adobe has made a release candidate of Camera Raw 6.1 available for download in Adobe Labs. This version includes RAW file support for the following new cameras:
- Canon EOS 550D (Digital Rebel T2i/ EOS Kiss X4 Digital)
- Kodak Z981
- Leaf Aptus-II 8
- Leaf Aptus-II 10R
- Mamiya DM40
- Olympus E-PL1
- Panasonic G2
- Panasonic G10
- Sony A450
Additional release notes are indicated on the download page for Camera Raw 6.1.
Remember, this is a release candidate, which means it has been pretty well tested and Adobe thinks it is ready for full release; however, it’s recommended that you keep production work to prior versions until the official release drops. Expect it to come soon though. Release candidates mean that the final versions are just around the corner.
The Canon EOS series started with the EOS 650 film camera in 1987 (that’s mine above). Since then, Canon has produced 40 million EOS SLR cameras, 20 million of which have been digital. While it took 10 years for Canon to produce its first 10 million EOS cameras, it has take less than 3 years to produce the last 10 million units.
More details in the press release below. [click to continue…]
The Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS features a 10MP back-illuminated CMOS sensor, DIGIC 4 image processor and a bright f/2.0 lens. The SD4000 IS also features a 3.8x optical zoom with optical image stabilization and a 3-inch LCD. The SD4000 IS can capture 720p HD video, as well as slow motion video at 240 fps.
The Canon SD4000 is should be available around the end of May 2010 at an initial retail price of $349.99.
Canon SD4000 IS Availability
B&H Photo
Amazon.com
Adorama
Canon SD4000 IS Reviews
Gizmodo
Infosync
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