Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 coming in November at $799 according to booth rep

Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 coming in November at $799 according to booth rep

Last we heard from Panasonic, the DMC-G1 super-light was tentatively priced at $799 for US markets. Turns out this is fact, at least if the officials at Panasonic's booth here at CEATEC are to be believed. What's more, they say the G1 will hit stateside shores in November, so if you're in the market for a new camera, start saving now. In related news, we got our hands on the G1 again, this time in red (the camera, not our hands). The digital viewfinder is still a bit disorienting, but the proximity sensor that turns off the big display when you're up close is a nice little trick. Pics and what-not below.

Gallery: Panasonic DMC-G1 in Red

(Via Engadget.)

DXG and Geotate team on geotagging video camera

DXG and Geotate team on geotagging video camera

We're still waiting for geotagging to go mainstream on consumer-level still cams, but Geotate isn't waiting around in its quest for location-aware domination -- it's teamed up with DXG to develop the first geotagging video camera we've seen. The camera itself isn't anything special -- it's just another average DXG HD cam, based on the DVH586 -- but the geotagging is powered by Geotate's Yuma software, which does most of the heavy lifting on the server at import, so we'd expect it to be pretty robust. No word on pricing or availability, but we're assuming it'll fall in line with the rest of DXG's lineup on the cheaper side.

(Via Engadget.)

JVC unveils new Everio concept HD camcorder at CEATEC

JVC unveils new Everio concept HD camcorder at CEATEC

JVC has hopped on-board the HD cam bandwagon and brought some tasty wares to the table at CEATEC today, with the next gen Everio HD Memory Camera. This SDHC based concept is expected to be AVCHD ready with an HDMI port. There wasn't much more info to go around, but we expect full disclosure and a review unit real, real soon (you listening JVC?) -- or at the very least a hands-on at the show. In the meantime, feast your eyes on the above photo.

(Via Engadget.)

Nikon's ritzy D60 Black Gold edition DSLR seen in the wild

Nikon's ritzy D60 Black Gold edition DSLR seen in the wild

We've seen Pentax put the Midas touch on a few of its DSLRs before, but Nikon? In a rare effort to draw attention to its D60, the outfit has evidently unveiled a 'Black Gold' edition which merely adds a few niceties in the way of revamped trim. In other words, you'll see no upgrades on the camera that aren't cosmetic, and unless you're really into that gilded look, you may not even appreciate the Gold Edition strap, logo'd box, gold shutter button / strap lugs and the shiny new D60 badge. Is $50 too much to ask for those puny tweaks? Answer with your wallet, please.

(Via Engadget.)

Sigma's DP2 compact with DSLR-sized sensor gets even better

Sigma's DP2 compact with DSLR-sized sensor gets even better

While the update from the SD14 to the SD15 was rather sad, just about any tweak to the bar-raising DP1 compact with 13.8- x 20.7-mm Foveon X3 sensor is reason to get excited. So listen up, Sigma just announced the DP2 -- same 14 megapixel X3 CMOS sensor only now coupled with Sigma's improved True II image processor and 24.2-mm F2.8 glass equivalent to 41-mm on a 35-mm SLR. No pricing or ship date announced.

(Via Engadget.)

BenQ announces E1050 camera for drab and mysterious shooters

BenQ announces E1050 camera for drab and mysterious shooters

BenQ is enhancing its selection of pocketable shooters with another modestly-spec'ed offering, the E1050. It has your standard 3x optical zoom lens on the front and 3-inch LCD on the back, with a 10 megapixel CCD forming the meat in this 17.6mm thick sandwich (though BenQ points out that it is 16.8mm thin at its skinniest bit). Its stainless case is only available in a muted gray, surely to disappoint those who need color in their life. However, that nondescript hue plus the inclusion of shooting speeds all the way down to ISO 3200, twice that of the earlier (and thinner) T850, should make this a solid choice for spies and ninjas. Beyond potential espionage action there isn't much to get excited about here, especially at an undisclosed price and undisclosed availability -- but don't let that stop you from checking out a picture of its back-side after the break.

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(Via Engadget.)

Minox nurtures the spy in all of us, dry martini not included

Minox nurtures the spy in all of us, dry martini not included

Minox, we knew you wouldn't let us down. We've seen a few bland cameras released by you over the years, but it warms our hearts to see you haven't forgotten why we love you. This latest line of miniature cameras comes in three flavors: yuck, meh, and totally badass. The DC 1033 looks like every other camera known to man, with the slight improvement of being a mere 94 x 55 x 24mm with 10-megapixels of firepower. The DCC Leica M3 Gold Edition is nothing more than a rerelease of the silvery edition - tiny, cute, but no match for the classic 30s style DSC (Digital Spy Camera) -- 86 x 29 x 20mm, 5-megapixels -- to be showcased next week at Photokina in Germany.

(Via Engadget.)

Sigma's SD15 DSLR: an SD14 with improved image processing and little else

Sigma's SD15 DSLR: an SD14 with improved image processing and little else

What's one better than a Sigma SD14? Why the SD15, of course. Sigma's SD15 DSLR starts with the same 14 megapixel Foveon X3 direct-image sensor found in the unimpressive SD14 (and compact DP1 for that matter) but ratchets-up the specs with a new True II image processor and 3-inch LCD. A worthwhile update to be sure but trivial by comparison to what Nikon and Canon have announced in recent weeks. Distracted by all the DP1 R&D were we Sigma?

(Via Engadget.)

Canon SD880 IS Digital Camera

Canon SD880 IS Digital Camera

Canon offers a brand new point-and-shoot digital camera. Priced at $299, the Canon PowerShot SD880 IS is a 10MP sensor, 4x optical zoom, Optical Image Stabilization and a 3 inch LCD display. The digicam is currently available in two different color combinations including gold and silver or gold and brown. The company has decided to release this pocket digital camera later this month.

(Via The Digital Camera Blog.)

General Electric E1055W, E1050TW and A1030 Cameras

General Electric E1055W, E1050TW and A1030 Cameras

General Imaging (GE) has rolled out three point-and-shoot digital cameras at Photokina 2008. The first one is the GE E1055W that is a 10.1MP camera with a 3-inch LCD monitor, blink / smile detection and a 5x optical zoom. The second camera is the GE E1050TW, which can record high definition movie at 1280 x 720 pixels resolution. And Finally, the GE A1030 that offers a 3x optical zoom, 2.5-inch LCD, ultrathin design and super-simplistic button arrangement. These three digital cameras will be available soon.

(Via The Digital Camera Blog.)

Olympus outs mid-range Four Thirds E-A1 and Micro Four Thirds prototype

Olympus outs mid-range Four Thirds E-A1 and Micro Four Thirds prototype

In the run-up to Photokina, Olympus just announced its latest Four Thirds DSLR targeting the 'advanced amateur.' Positioned in the enormous gap between Olympus' flagship E-3 and E-520 shooters, the new E-A1 DSLR inherits the E-3's high-speed 11-point AF system, image stabilization with 5 stops correction, while featuring improved weather sealing around a housing we expect to be relatively compact by comparison. Available in Q1 2009 if things stay on track.

As co-conspirators with Panasonic behind the Micro Four Thirds format, it's no surprise to hear that Olympus also has a tiny, mirror-less prototype camera to show off at Photokina as well. The only surprise is that it'll be on display under glass without a date, specs, or price.

(Via Engadget.)

Samsung shoves 10x optical zoom into HZ1 point-and-shoot

Samsung shoves 10x optical zoom into HZ1 point-and-shoot

Had enough from Cologne? Nah, we didn't think so, so we'll happily pass along Samsung's latest compact from Photokina 2008. The pocket-friendly HZ1 doesn't look too outrageous at first glance, but closer inspection reveals that it's packing a mighty fine 10x optical zoom. You'll also find face detection technology and dual image stabilization, and word on the street also claims a 720p movie mode. Sadly, there aren't any details on price or availability, but we can definitely see this one moving quite briskly from store shelves whenever it lands.

(Via Engadget.)

Leica debuts S-system, 37-megapixel flagship S2 camera

Leica debuts S-system, 37-megapixel flagship S2 camera

Is it Photokina time, or what? Joining the host of other camera manufacturers with sparkly fresh announcements this week is none other than Leica, which just announced a trio of new cams a few days back. This introduction, however, stands alone, and Leica's making some pretty remarkably bold statements about its new S-system. The first device to take advantage is the 37-frickin'-megapixel S2, which sits between Canon's EOS 5D and EOS 1Ds MkIII in terms of body size. The company designed the camera to provide 'the quality of medium format and the handling and flexibility of 35mm,' and the outfit also has nine S-system lenses on tap. As for expectations? Leica says it'll perform 'twice as fast as Hasselblad H-series cameras,' and if that wasn't straight-up enough, the firm's David Bell proclaimed that '[Leica] thinks it has the best professional camera system in the world with this.'

(Via Engadget.)

RCA takes EZ300HD Small Wonder camcorder to 720p

RCA takes EZ300HD Small Wonder camcorder to 720p

We won't front -- we weren't, how do you say, blown away with RCA's Small Wonder trio announced earlier this year, but we'll give this one a fighting chance. The EZ300HD can capture clips at 720p on the 2GB of internal storage or on any spare SD card you've laying around. You'll also find a 2.4-inch LCD, a low-res YouTube recording mode and a sure-to-be-awesome 4x digital zoom. Operation is supposedly dead-simple, and there's a USB port and video output just in case you feel like blowin' it up on the big screen. Grab it real soon for $159.99.

Gallery: RCA takes EZ300HD Small Wonder camcorder to 720p

(Via Engadget.)

Pentax's 10.2 megapixel compact K2000 for first time reflexers

Pentax's 10.2 megapixel compact K2000 for first time reflexers

As the big Photokina show prepares to launch tomorrow, out pops the new Pentax K2000 first spotted over the weekend as the leaked K-m. Positioned as an entry-level DSLR for those looking to make the jump from point-and-shoot, the K2000 features dead-simple Auto Picture modes, a 10.2 megapixel CCD and 2.7-inch LCD offering 96% field of view, ISO 3200 sensitivity, and the vibrational dust removal system and Shake Reduction tech expected from a Pentax K-series shooter. All this housed in one of the smallest and lightest camera bodies in its class. The K2000 body ships only as part of a $700 kit containing a smc PENTAX DA L 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL lens (a first from the affordable DA L series) and AF200FG flash starting in November. Optional $1,500 smc PENTAX DA 60-250mm f/4 ED[IF] SDM lens pictured after the break.

Update: Hands-on preview of the K2000 (aka, the K-m as it's known in Europe) over at dpreview.

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(Via Engadget.)

Panasonic Lumix G1 hands-on

Panasonic Lumix G1 hands-on

We got to handle Panny's new micro Four Thirds camera, the Lumix DMC-G1, this evening. It's obviously small for a interchangeable lens camera, but it's not stunningly small. The build quality shows that Panasonic isn't kidding around here: the camera is a hefty and solid, with a decent shutter click and no-nonsense manual controls. The 3-inch LCD also doesn't disappoint, though the digital viewfinder is a tad disorienting, and precise focusing could be an issue. Yes, we fully recognize the irony of taking crummy photographs of a camera, but work with us here.

Gallery: Panasonic Lumix G1 hands-on

(Via Engadget.)

AgfaPhoto DC-1338sT touch screen digital camera

AgfaPhoto DC-1338sT touch screen digital camera

Let's hope Agfa brings more to Photokina than the 1338sT, because otherwise it's going to be a pretty lonely booth. The 10 megapixel camera isn't quite the top of the line, even with the 3-inch touchscreen: smile detection, face tracking, and a low-res YouTube video mode aren't exactly huge selling points -- especially for €179 ($265). The non-touchscreen DC-1338i version has been available in the States for a while now, so the morbidly curious can expect to see this bad boy at a Walgreens sometime in the future.

(Via Engadget.)

Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS Digital Camera

Kodak EasyShare Z1485 IS Digital Camera

Here is a spanking new point-and-shoot digital camera from Kodak that has recently introduced at Photokina 2008. Dubbed as the Kodak Z1485 IS, this 14MP camera features 5x optical zoom lens with Image Stabilizer, ISO up to 6400, intelligent scene detection, intelligent capture control, intelligent image processing, Panorama stitch mode, Face detection technology, Text and sound tagging, Kodak Perfect Touch Technology, 32MB internal memory and SDHC memory card slot. Unfortunately, there is no word on pricing or availability so far.

(Via The Digital Camera Blog.)

GE intros E1055W, E1050TW and A1030 point-and-shoots

GE intros E1055W, E1050TW and A1030 point-and-shoots

Hurry on over! We had originally thought that Kodak had this award in the bag, but now that General Imaging (GE) has pumped out a trio of cameras that nearly put us to sleep, we'd say the race for the lamest introduction at Photokina is officially back on. Up first on the chopping block is the E1055W, a GE-branded point-and-shoot with a 3-inch LCD monitor, 10.1-megapixel sensor, blink / smile detection and a 5x optical zoom. Following that is the E1050TW, which packs most of the same hardware but also includes a 720p movie mode. Lastly, we've got the 10-megapixel A1030, which features a 3x optical zoom, 2.5-inch LCD, ultrathin design and super-simplistic button arrangement. All three cameras should be landing real soon for under three bones each, and no, they aren't really that awful... on paper.

(Via Engadget.)

Canon PowerShot SD990 IS Digital Camera

Canon PowerShot SD990 IS Digital Camera

The Canon Powershot SD990 is the new 14.7MP compact digital camera from Canon. The digicam features a 2.5-inch LCD with the firm’s new Quick Shot Modes for faster shutter speeds. Available in silver, black, and a limited edition red, the Canon PowerShot SD990 IS Digital Camera will be released in October 2008 for $399.

(Via The Digital Camera Blog.)

Vacations...Part 2

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I'm going out to Europe for a few days....Vacations again!...

Please, stay tuned. I will return on September 24th.

Then, I will upload more and more news, reviews, pictures, rumors more news, etc...

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Panasonic's HDC-SD100 HD camcorder does the review thing

Panasonic's HDC-SD100 HD camcorder does the review thing

Surely you remember Panny's new duo of camcorders that featured the so-called 3MOS technology. No? At any rate, Panasonic's HDC-SD100 has just been reviewed by the cool cats over at TrustedReviews, and while we're not sure if all that MOS was the reason for its success, critics were generally pleased with the performance (at least in good lighting). They noted that point-and-shoot fans would likely be thrilled, but the professionals in the crowd will probably wish for a few more manual controls. Still, at the end of the day, reviewers proclaimed that if you've been 'holding out for an AVCHD camcorder with the full gamut of professional features, this could be your dream come true at last.' You hear that? Dream come true, son.

(Via Engadget.)

Samsung Intro 5 New Point and Shoot Cameras

Samsung Intro 5 New Point and Shoot Cameras

Samsung introduced five new point and shoot digital cameras at Germany’s IFA 2008, today.  The most notable (and flagship) of the bunch is the NV1000HD, which as it implies, can record 720p HD video.  It also sports a massive 3-inch touchscreen LCD, 14.7-megapixels, 3.6x optical zoom and more.

(Via Gadget Review.)

Canon Vixia HV30

Canon Vixia HV30

If you are anything like us here at GearCrave, your den is a shrine to Hi-def, and you’ll be damned if you are going to record your family’s vacation at some lesser resolution. The new DV tape-based Vixia HV30 delivers 1080i high definition video in a smart package. Besides sharp images, you get a speedy and accurate autofocus, capable still photo performance, and a design that puts everything at your fingertips.

(Via GearCrave | The Buyers Guide for Men.)