Minox slims down with the DC 7411

Minox slims down with the DC 7411

Let's not get carried away here, Minox. We can understand the slim, 18.5mm-thick form factor, and the 7.2 megapixel sensor and 3x zoom seem certainly par for the course, but a 3-inch LCD? It's almost like you guys are trying to build a competitive camera here. Electronic image stabilization and face detection? Let's all keep heads here, people! No need to do anything rash. There's no word on price or availability yet, so perhaps you guys can still manage to work in some true lameness between then and now.

(Via Engadget.)

Sony H50 and W300 camera hands-ons

Sony H50 and W300 camera hands-ons

Oddly, it turns out the photos floating around of the DSC-W300 really don't do the megapixel-packing slim point and shoot justice. That finish actually looks pretty good in real life, although the lens protrusion was a little puzzling. And, of course, the DSC-H50 is a hefty, solid feeling bugger, not unlike what you'd expect from the H-series. Hit the photos below, it shouldn't be too long before the camera sites post their reviews.

Gallery: Sony H50 and W300 camera hands-ons

(Via Engadget.)

Sony's new DSC-W300 brings 13.6 megapixels to point-and-shoots

Sony's new DSC-W300 brings 13.6 megapixels to point-and-shoots

Tired of taking candid shots with your point-and-shoot that can barely stretch over the state of Nevada? Sony's got those megapixels in spades with its new DSC-W300, the new top-end shooter in its W lineup. In addition to the 13.6 megapixel sensor, the camera sports a 2.7-inch LCD, 3x optical zoom, optical image stabilization and up to ISO 6400 shots in 'extra high sensitivity' mode. The camera also brings along Sony's Smile Shutter tech, and other fancy processor capabilities, including a limited burst mode. The DSC-W300 will be available in May for about $350.

(Via Engadget.)

Panasonic's Lumix DMC-FS20 point-and-shoot gets reviewed

Panasonic's Lumix DMC-FS20 point-and-shoot gets reviewed

It hasn't even been a full month since Panasonic's PMA lineup was revealed, but the folks over at PhotographyBLOG have already had a chance to put the succulent Lumix DMC-FS20 through a series of paces. Upon whipping this shooter out, it was immediately praised for having a 4x wide-angle zoom and and a very pocket-friendly design, and thankfully for those looking into picking one up, the good news didn't stop there. Small niggles such as the lack of a true optical viewfinder and noticeable noise at high ISOs were overshadowed with buckets of compliments. Put simply, the cam was seen as 'almost identical to the FX55' (albeit at a lower price point), and overall, it managed to snag 4.5 out of 5 twinkling stars from the powers that be.

(Via Engadget.)

Sony intros the Cyber-Shot DSC-H50 "super zoom" camera

Sony intros the Cyber-Shot DSC-H50 "super zoom" camera

Sony is no stranger to digital cameras, as the company has professed in its press release detailing the Cyber-Shot DSC-H50, a new 9.1-megapixel shooter that should have camera fans perking up their ears. The new model -- a successor to the DSC-H9 'super zoom' camera -- sports a Carl Zeiss 15x optical zoom lens, a 3-inch tilting LCD display, ISO to 3200, and a long-distance flash (capable of lighting subjects from 55 feet away). The DSC-H50 also has an 'advanced sports' shooting mode which allows it to utilize ultra-high shutter speeds (like 1/4000 of a second). The camera is expected to go on sale in May, and will only slightly break the bank at $400.

(Via Engadget.)

LUMIX DMC-TZ5 Digital Camera

LUMIX DMC-TZ5 Digital Camera

Matushita Panasonic is preparing to launch the LUMIX DMC-TZ5 in the Japanese market in the second week of March. The camera features unique design with silver, black and light brown exterior. The highly anticipated model clicks stunning stills at 1280 x 720 dpi and records superb HD motion clips at 30 fps. The camera boasts a 3-inch clear LCD display with 460,000 picture elements, 10x optical LECIA zoom lens and 9.1 MP CCD image sensor. The LUMIX DMC-TZ5 Digital Camera is expected to hit the market by 14th March at an estimated price of 47,000 Japanese Yen.

(Via Image-Acquire.com.)

Polaroid i834 Digital Camera

Polaroid i834 Digital Camera

The Japanese Polaroid corporation proudly introduced their new i834 digital camera. The 8 Mega-Pixel camera combines the power of a superior CCD image sensor with 3x of optical magnification for stunning photographs. The camera has been designed following Polaroid’s 'DIGITAL QUALITY and POLAROID SIMPLICITY' concept. This ensures that even the first time users capture beautiful photographs with ease.

The i834 includes a large 3-inch high definition LCD screen to observe precise details of the subject. It offers face and smile detection to optimize focus and to provide perfect exposure. It captures brilliant still images at 3264x2248 dpi while records pleasant motion clips at 848x480 dpi resolution. You can connect the camera to your TV through an AV cable for an unbelievable digital experience. The camera features high ISO sensitivity up to 1600, 16 Mb of internal memory, support for JPEG/AVI/WAV and other file formats, and SD/SDHC memory cards as external storage.

(Via Image-Acquire.com.)

Ricoh's 10 megapixel R8 and R50 are ready to dance

Ricoh's 10 megapixel R8 and R50 are ready to dance

Meet Ricoh's latest compact shooters. The aluminum R8 -- Ricoh's R7 followup -- drops the Caplio moniker while bumping the specs with a 10 megapixel, 1/2.3-inch CCD covered with a 7.1x optical zoom lens. Around back you'll find a 2.7-inch LCD with CCD-shift image stabilization and Smooth Imaging Engine III processing on the inside. Expected to roll in Japan for ¥50,000 or about $460 in backs of green. The ¥30,000 (about $280) R50 maintains that 10 megapixel sensor, processing engine, and stabilization but rolls back the zoom to 5x. Both should pop in March. Oodles of R8 pics in the gallery.

Gallery: Ricoh's 10 megapixel R8 and R50 are ready to dance

(Via Engadget.)

Sony Japan Released its Cybershot DSC-T300

Sony Japan Released its Cybershot DSC-T300

Sony Japan made it official for the Japanese local market that they will be selling the Cybershot DSC-T300. It features a 10.1Mpix censor and a 3.5’ wide screen, a 5x optical zoom, an image stabilizer, and boosts up to ISO3200. This digicam will be available in the U.S for $400.

(Via The Digital Camera Blog.)

Panasonic shows off a pair of pro-level HD camcorders

Panasonic shows off a pair of pro-level HD camcorders

Looks like Panasonic's trying to get a two-month jump on NAB, holding a press conference last night to announce the AG-MHC150 prosumer HD camcorder. The 3CCD MHC150 is based on the popular DVX100 / DVX200 design, but ditches the tapes in favor of capturing AVCHD to SD. Images are captured through a optically stabilized 28mm Leica lens at up to 1080p/60 resolution, with audio coming through the built-in XLR jacks. We probably won't get pricing until this bad bot gets formally introduced at NAB, but Panny says it'll ship in the fall. There's also a new institutional and event AVCHD-to-SD model, the 1080i AG-MHC70, which offers a 12x stabilized Leica zoom lens and 1080i res in a $2,495 shoulder-mounted package, which Panasonic says will hit in April.

(Via Engadget.)

Olympus U1030SW Digital Camera

Olympus U1030SW Digital Camera

Japanese company Olympus will release a camera that can resist just about anything. The U1030SW features a 10Mpix CCD and can be dropped from a height of 2m max, support a pressure of 100kg on its body, and can be dropped into 10m max of water without suffering from damage. If that’s not impressive, then I don’t know what is. No word on pricing or availability for this rough and tough camera.

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(Via The Digital Camera Blog.)

Exemode Hello Kitty Camera

Exemode Hello Kitty Camera

We know we've already shown you a Hello Kitty digital camera yesterday. But hey, it won't hurt to show you another -- it's Valentine's after all. We're thinking all the men are frantically looking for last minute Hello Kitty gifts for the Kitty-crazed ladies in their lives. This Hello Kitty camera by Exemode, is a 5-megapixel camera with 4x digital zoom. It has a 2-inch LCD screen and a (negligible) 32MB internal memory. Sure, specs are bare, but then again, if you're looking for a serious camera, you won't be looking at anything Hello Kitty. So for US$120, this isn't so bad of a deal. Too bad it's only available in Japan .

(Via Image-Acquire.com.)

Sigma DP1 available for pre-order at Amazon

Sigma DP1 available for pre-order at Amazon

Hey, remember that hot looking Sigma DP1 we've been yapping about for ages? Well if you can't another second to put your buyin' hat on, the handsome 10-megapixel shooter is available for pre-ordering on Amazon right this second. For just $799.99 ($200 less than the list price), you can finally achieve the satisfied sleep of a Sigma DP1 almost-owner. Sure, you'll still have to wait till March 25th for the goods to drop, but you can probably entertain yourself by pre-ordering a bunch of accessories and booking all the models you're going to shoot when the camera arrives.

(Via Engadget.)

Canon EOS Kiss X2 Camera

Canon EOS Kiss X2 Camera

Canon Japan recently added a hot model EOS Kiss X2 to its Camera product line up. The company has not uttered any word on its price. EOS Kiss X2 features approximately 12.2 million effective pixels large pixel CMOS sensors. This facilitates in sharp and detailed images. To achieve natural color reproduction and high-speed image processing, the company has employed DIGIC III image processing engine in the Canon EOS Kiss X2 Camera. The camera obviously bears common traits like auto day/night detection, automatic face detection, automatic adjustment of shutter speed, etc. An integrated EOS dust cleaning system lets the users get rid of unwanted dust particles in the photographs. Are you interested to buy one? Well, You need to wait till it comes out of Japan.

(Via Image-Acquire.com.)

Canon IXY DIGITAL 20IS Camera in Japan

Canon IXY DIGITAL 20IS Camera in Japan

Canon Japan presented its new IXY 20IS digital camera with effective 8 Mega-pixel of picture strength. The stylish camera incorporates company’s reliable technology for unbelievable results. Canon’s proprietary DIGIC III image processor ensures better control, smother operation with minimum response times. Its powerful 1/2.5 CCD image sensor works with superior aspheric lens which offers 3x optical magnification and 4x of digital zoom.

The IXY 20IS uses advanced Motion catch technology to reduce distortion caused by camera movement or handshake. The camera records beautiful still images at 3064x2448 pixel in JPEG and magnificent motion clips at 640x480 pixels for a maximum of 2 hours. Other features include face detection, 9 point AF,2.5-inch LCD, High photosensitivity up to ISO1600, fast shutter speed, SD /SDHC/MMC/MMC plus /HC MMC plus support, PictBridge and much more.

The Canon IXY 20IS Digital Camera will be available for sale in March 2008.

(Via Image-Acquire.com.)

Nikon's S600 rounds out the new Coolpix lineup

Nikon's S600 rounds out the new Coolpix lineup

We're not how it slipped by before, but Nikon's got one more in its new S-series Coolpix cameras, the S600. The 10 megapixel camera bests the recently-announced S550 with a 2.7-inch LCD, 3200 ISO and optical image stabilization, but cuts the zoom to 4x and jacks the price to $299. The camera will be available in March.

(Via Engadget.)

KODAK EASYSHARE Z1012 IS Digital Camera

KODAK EASYSHARE Z1012 IS Digital Camera

Kodak has announced its new addition to the EasyShare line of digital camera -- the EASYSHARE Z1012 IS digital camera which features 10-megapixel resolution and 12x optical zoom. The EASYSHARE Z1012 IS digital camera, unveiled during the Marketing Association Show 2008, is so compact, it can fit in the palm of your hand. Don't judge it by its size, though. The device boasts a whole line of features:

- Enhance your action shots with best in class* click-to-capture
speed and auto-focus accuracy.

- Kodak's innovative smart capture technology automatically identifies

the scene and adjusts the settings to deliver a great picture in

almost any environment.

- Capture the details in low light conditions and fast action

situations with high ISO (up to 3,200(xx)).

- Get creative with advanced settings including program, aperture and

shutter priority, as well as full manual mode (PASM).

- Face detection locates faces and automatically adjusts the camera

settings.

- Express yourself with the multimedia slideshow feature: combine your

pictures with music and transition effects right on camera.

The EASYSHARE Z1012 IS Digital Camera will be available starting June, 2008, with a MSRP of US$299.

(Via Image-Acquire.com.)

Manfrotto ModoPocket

Manfrotto ModoPocket

ModoPocket is a portable support solution for compact digital cameras. With the ModoPocket, which, just as you can see by its name, can fit inside one's pocket, you can carry around a support for your camera. This translates to less motion blurring, and hence, clearer and sharper pictures. The ModoPocket was designed with the modern-day mobile and outgoing people who always seem to have a digicam at hand. The ModoPocket accessory sells for US$30 and is available in the US through Bogen Imaging.

(Via Image-Acquire.com.)

Ricoh 500SE Digital Camera

Ricoh 500SE Digital Camera

Ricoh Americas corporation recently introduced their new 500SE Digital Camera. The camera has been optimized for barcode-based workflows and integrates barcode scanning capabilities. It supports major 1D barcodes and uses its lens to scan barcodes optically. The SE-4 laser scanning module can be incorporated for enhanced laser workflows.

'Ricoh recognizes the importance of image quality when photographing bar-coded assets or objects. By taking a 'camera-first' approach in designing the 500SE, we have developed a superior solution for relating images to barcodes,' said Jeff Lengyel, manager of Ricoh Americas Digital Camera Division.

The 500SE provides JPEG images of the scanned data and helps the user to define information which gets transferred as ‘meta-data' along with the file to any computing device. The camera includes 802.11b/g port and Bluetooth capabilities for convenient wireless transfers to handheld devices or servers.

This shockproof and water resistant system is available for the suggested retail price of $899.00. The additional SE-4 laser-scanning module can be purchased for $349.00.

(Via Image-Acquire.com.)

Sony HDR-HC9 HDV Camcorder

Sony HDR-HC9 HDV Camcorder

Sony enters 2008 with one new HDV model, the Sony HDR-HC9. Not too much has changed, but the additional features there are should please most enthusiasts as most of them are handed down from Sony’s professional models. These include spot meter, spot focus, peaking, center marker, color bar, and infinity focus.

Other specifications will stay much the same, such as the Sony HDR-HC9’s 1/2.9″ CMOS sensor, 10x optical zoom, and optical image stabilization. Look for the Sony HDR-HC9 later this month for $1,100.

(Via Digital Camcorder News.)

Panasonic HDC-SD9 and HDC-HS9 HD Camcorders

Panasonic HDC-SD9 and HDC-HS9 HD Camcorders

Panasonic hits the new year with some nice looking HD camcorder models. The two new models, the Panasonic HDC-SD9 and HDC-HS9, both feature full HD resolution (1920x1080) recording, 3 CCDs, and the ability to record at 24P. They record to the AVCHD format, the HDC-SD9 using SD/SDHC memory cards and the HDC-HS9 using either SD/SDHC cards or a built-in 60GB hard drive.

Both the SD9 and HS9 feature three 560k, 1/6″ CCDs, 10x optical zoom, and 2.7″ LCD screens. To steady your hands, Panasonic’s Advanced Mega O.I.S. (optical image stabilization) is featured on both camcorders, and now compensates for shakiness at around 4,000 times per second.

Other features on the Panasonic HDC-SD9 and HSC-HS9 include Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround Sound recording and Intelligent Shooting Selection Playback, which Panasonic says will skip playing any shots that have serious errors such as fast panning, out-of-focus, or shots taken when the user forgets to turn off the camcorder. Both camcorders now feature face detection, which will track up to 5 faces to make sure the shot is exposed correctly.

The Panasonic HDC-HS9 and HDC-SD9 will be shipping in March for $799 and $1099 respectively.

(Via Digital Camcorder News.)

Canon Ixy Digital 20IS Camera

Canon Ixy Digital 20IS Camera

Canon has announced that they will be releasing a new camera ( Ixy Digital 20IS) camera in Japan. It features a lens shift-type Image Stabilizer(IS) system, a DIGIC III image processor, 8M CCD sensor and 3X optical zoom lens with support for p to 30fps in 640 x 480 resolution and ISO 1600. Look for this mini cam in five colors: silver, white, caramel, brown, and pink. The 20IS will be dropping early March for $327.

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(Via The Digital Camera Blog.)

Canon iVIS HV30 Camcorder

Canon iVIS HV30 Camcorder

Canon exhibited the latest iVIS HV30 Camcorder at PMA 2008. The full HD camcorder comes with a dual flash memory. The iVIS HV30 is expected to reach Japan market in early March. The Camcorder features Mini DV storage, 2.96M full HD CMOS sensor, 10X zoom HD lens and a 2.7-inch wide LCD.

(Via Image-Acquire.com.)

Samsung L210

Samsung L210

Samsung has just announced the release of the new 10-megapixel camera, the L210. The L210 offers an OIS or Optical Image Stabilizer, a DIS Digital Image Stabilizer, a 3x optical Zoom and Face detection system, a Self portrait mode and an Auto Red Eye Fix mode. No word on pricing or availability.

(Via The Digital Camera Blog.)

Canon HF10 and HF100 HD Flash Camcorders

Canon HF10 and HF100 HD Flash Camcorders

Canon has announced two new high-definition, solid-state camcorders, the HF100 and HF10. These mark Canon’s first foray into the HD, flash memory camcorder market. The Canon HF10 records to either SDHC memory cards or an internal, 16GB flash drive. The Canon HF100 will record solely to memory cards.

Otherwise both camcorders are basically identical, with each featuring Full HD recording (1920x1080 resolution), 12x optical zoom, and the ability to record footage at 24p and 30p frame rates. Optical image stabilization and a 3.3 megapixel CMOS sensor round out the camcorders’ features.

Both will be available in April, the Canon HF100 for $899, and the HF10 for $1099.

(Via Digital Camcorder News.)

Casio EX-F1

Casio EX-F1

TechOn has announced that the EX-F1 has no shutter. Casio is scheduled to release the EX-F1 in March. It’ll come with a a continuous shooting speed of 60 fps (frames per second) (each frame is 6 Mpixels) and to shoot full HD (1080/60i) H.264 movies.

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(Via The Digital Camera Blog.)

JVC GR-D870 Mini DV Camcorder

JVC GR-D870 Mini DV Camcorder

JVC has announced that they will be releasing their GR-D870 mini DV camcorder. It features a 1/6-inch 680k pixel CCD, 35x optical zoom, 2.7-inch LCD monitor, DV in/out and 3D Noise Reducer,a SD/MMC card slot for snapping digital stills as well as recording footage to miniDV. $250

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(Via The Digital Camera Blog.)

Canon DC310, DC320, and DC330 DVD Camcorders

Canon DC310, DC320, and DC330 DVD Camcorders

Canon has announced three new devices for its DVD camcorder lineup this year. The entry-level Canon DC310 features a 2.7″ LCD screen, SDHC card slot, and 680k, 1/6″ CCD. The DC310 also features a 37x optical zoom, which extends to 41x when using what Canon calls Advanced Zoom, a new feature that utilizes Canon’s imaging processor and sensor to extend the zoom separately from the usual digital zoom.

The Canon DC320 adds a sharper, 1.07 megapixel CCD and 48x Advanced Zoom. The DC330 features a USB 2.0 port and places the infrared remote sensor on the LCD screen so that the remote can be used from any angle to which you can pivot the screen.

Available in March, the suggested prices for the three camcorders are $349, $369, and $379, respectively.

(Via Digital Camcorder News.)

Agfaphoto DV-5000G game-playing camera hands-on

Agfaphoto DV-5000G game-playing camera hands-on

Well we finally got our grubby mitts on the recently discovered Agfaphoto DV-5000G camera / camcorder / game player, and we've got pictures to prove it. Unfortunately for us, seeing the device in person didn't change what we already know is true -- you can't play NES games on it, thus making ownership of the device a way less attractive offer. Of course, that's our little niggle with the camera -- you may think it's just what the doctor ordered, and maybe these pictures will help you arrive at that decision.

Gallery: Agfaphoto DV-5000G game-playing camera hands-on

(Via Engadget.)