Adapter Enables You To Use Any DSLR Lens With Your iPhone

Just before I wrote this article about this iPhone DSLR lens adapter I have to admit I did need to check if it was indeed April 1st, as it does seem to good to be true. However a new adapter is currently on sale at the Photojojo website which enables you to use any DSLR lens from either Nikon or Canon with your iPhone.

The new adapter allows any DSLR lens to be attached to your iPhone, whether it be a Telephoto, wide angle, macro, or your fixed fifty lenses and then enables you custom control over the depth of field and manual focus.

The iPhone DSLR lens adapter even comes with two loopholes on each end of the case let you tie on a camera strap, so you can hang it around your neck just like your real DSLR.

Pentax Q is the World’s Smallest and Lightest Interchangeable Lens Camera

Pentax introduces its Q, the world’s smallest and lightest interchangeable lens camera that is pocketable and even fits in your palm. The camera uses the newly designed PENTAX Q-mount lens system for convenient interchangeability with a variety of specialty Q lenses including prime, zoom, fish-eye and more.

The Pentax Q is equipped with a 12.4 Megapixel backlit 1/2.3-inch CMOS image sensor, capable of producing 12 bit DNG RAW and JPG images. With such as small size, the Q manged to offer a 3-inch LCD display with HVGA resolution, a Customizable Quick Dial and built-in pop-up flash. The camera features ISO 125-6400, sensor-shift shake reduction, traditional DSLR shooting modes such as Program, Aperture/Shutter Priority, and Metered Manual exposure control, Bokeh Control Filter and Smart Effects Mode. Pentax Q is able to record 1080 Full HD camera at 30fps and offers In-camera HDR capture mode that shoots 3 images of varying exposures, blending them to bring out the details in even the darkest shadows and brightest highlights of extreme contrast shots. It includes the DRII (Dust Removal II) mechanism to help reduce annoying dust spots from spoiling captured images

Sony NEX-3 discontinued, probably has NEX-5 to blame

A dark shadow has befallen the Sony NEX-3 interchangeable lens camera, the shadow of being described as "no longer in production" by its maker's official website. Coming out in June of last year alongside its more celebrated NEX-5 brother, the NEX-3 enjoyed some decent success with critics, mostly owing to its oversized 14.2 megapixel sensor, and showed no signs of struggling commercially, however Sony has seen fit to halt production within eight months of its introduction. Reasons haven't yet been given, though we imagine people were willing to spend the extra cash to upgrade to 1080p video recording and a magnesium alloy body on the NEX-5, which is what rendered the NEX-3 expendable. At least we know the NEX-5 and the NEX-VG10 will keep E-mount lenses going into the future, so current NEX-3 owners should have little to worry about. If anything, their camera just became that extra bit more exclusive.

via : VR-Zone.com

Sigma DP2x compact camera now official

Sigma has announced its latest bank-breaking compact camera - the £600 DP2x.

Boasting a Foveon X3 image sensor (20.7mm x 13.8mm) that is approximately "seven to twelve times larger" than the sensors used in ordinary compact digital cameras (with a pixel size of 7.8μm) this is no simple point and shooter.

This retro looking snapper comes in at 14-mepapixels and sports a 24.2mm f/2.8 lens, delivering a focal length equivalent to 41mm in a 35mm SLR camera.

On the back it has a 2.5-iinch TFT LCD monitor, it can shoot in RAW data mode and also has an Analogue Front End (AFE) and high speed autofocus, which should help you grab quicker images and shoot in a multitude of varying environments.

Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 Digicam with 12.5x Optical Zoom

Casio announced the new Exilim EX-ZR100 digital camera with 12.5x optical zoom. As the older brother to the EX-ZR10, the new model offers more advanced features. The ZR100 features a 12.1 Megapixel back-illuminated CMOS image sensor and a 12.5x optical zoom lens with 24mm wide angle. With Multi Frame SR Zoom technology, the ZR100 is able to offer a 25x optical zoom range.

The Exilim EX-ZR100 packs Casio’s EXILIM ENGINE HS with dual core processors, capable handling .37 second shot-to-shot time, slow-motion video recording as well as high-speed burst shooting. The camera offers a 40fps high-speed burst shooting speed and can record fast-action events at a maximum speed of 1,000fps (224×64) for slow-motion playback. It includes CMOS-shift image stabilization for blur-free images, HDR function to capture high dynamic range images, Slide Panorama to capture 360-degree images, and the HDR-ART technology for users to create beautifully artistic photographs. The ZR100 supports Full HD 1080p video recording and offers users the ability leverage the camera’s full optical zoom and capture digital still images with high-speed burst shooting (10 megapixel), all while recording video.

Casio TRYX Camera with a Tricked-Out Design

Casio introduces the TRYX, a revolutionary new camera with a radically new form factor. With a variable frame design, the TRYX can adapt to fit the user’s preferred shooting style. You can hold the TRYX in countless positions, the body can act as tripod and the camera can hang from a hook, doorknob or other surface. You can even rotate the LCD screen for taking perfect self portrait.

The Casio TRYX features a 12.1 Megapixel back-illuminated CMOS sensor, EXILIM Engine HS image processor, a 21mm wide angle lens with High-Speed SR Zoom technology and a 3-inch Super Clear LCD touchscreen. The camera offers Contrast Detection Auto Focus, ISO up to 3200, High Dynamic Range (HDR) imaging, and Full HD 1080p video recording capability. It also support slow‑motion video.

SeaLife Mini II Rugged Dive and Sport Camera

SeaLife is going to launch in March its Mini II Dive and Sport Camera that is compact, rugged and easy to use. Readu for adventure, the Mini II is depth tested waterproof to 130 feet, rubber armored for a sure grip and shockproof tested up to 6ft/2m. It is ideal for Scuba divers, snorkelers, boaters, hikers, paddlers and any fun-seeking adventurer.

The SeaLife Mini II features 9 Megapixel image sensor, an instant focus lens, and a 2.4-inch LCD display. It includes Land Auto mode for action land pictures and videos in extreme conditions, Dive mode for underwater exposure control and color correction – no more blue pictures as well as Snorkel mode for underwater exposure control and color correction. There is also Spy mode that automatically shoots continuous pictures at set time intervals.

Sony Cyber-shot Digital Cameras DSC-W560, DSC-W570

Two entry-level Cyber-shot Digital Cameras released by Sony are DSC-W560 and DSC-W570. Both models offers Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar Lens, Super HAD CCD image sensor, supports ISO up to 3200 and supports 1280x720p MP4 HD video recording at 30fps.

Other features for both W560 and W570 including Optical SteadyShot image stabilization, Sweep Panorama, Face Detection, Smile Shutter, Anti-blink, Intelligent Auto Mode, Dynamic Range Optimizer Standard and Plus and Intelligent Scene Recognition (iSCN) Mode. There is also in-camera retouching tools such as Trimming, Red-Eye Correction, and Unsharp Masking functions.

Sony releases specifications for E-mount lenses, desperately wants you to build some

Some interchangeable lens standards have been around for ages. Others, however, are rather more modern contrivances, and Sony's E-mount definitely falls in that latter category. We've seen it hit HD camcorders as well as the NEX-3 and NEX-5 compacts, but so far the greatest selections of lenses we've yet seen has come courtesy of a simple adapter. Sony wants that to change, releasing the "basic" specifications for its E-mount interchangeable lens system and doing so for free, a move that lens makers like Carl Zeiss and Sigma have all lauded -- though none went so far as to say they'd actually start making this particular flavor of glass. Oh, and the specs for the NEX-5 Lego viewfinder? Still totally free.

via :engadget.com

Ricoh CX5 Digital Camera with Hybrid AF System and 10.7x Optical Zoom

Ricoh adds to its CX line the new CX5 model with the new Hybrid AF system and 10.7x optical zoom lens. With the new Hybrid AF system, the CX5 has a higher auto focus speed than other CX models. Its AF focusing times are decreased to as low as 0.2 sec. for both wide-angle 28 mm and telephoto 300 mm, up to half as short compared to the CX4.

Panasonic LUMIX DMC-FH5 and DMC-FH2 Super Slim Digital Cameras

Panasonic LUMIX DMC-FH5

Panasonic announced two slim and stylish compact digital cameras in its FH-series, the LUMIX DMC-FH5 and LUMIX DMC-FH2. The 16.1 Megapixel FH5 and 14.1 Megapixel FH2 both feature the newly developed retractable, high-quality 28mm wide-angle LEICA DC lenses with a 4x optical zoom, which makes them about 20% slimmer profiles than their predecessors.

Panasonic LUMIX DMC-FH27 and DMC-FH25 Digital Camera with 8x Optical Zoom

Panasonic LUMIX DMC-FH27

Panasonic launches two new models of FH, the Lumix DMC-FH27 FH25-DMC and, in its LUMIX range 2010. Both cameras sport 16.1-megapixels and a 28mm wide angle LEICA DC lens with 8x optical zoom. You have a new design with a comfortable handle, thin and elegant. The FH27 is equipped with a 3-inch touch screen touch screen to control the intelligent full FH25 by a 2.7-inch LCD Smart contact.

Panasonic DMC-DMC-FH25 FH27 and is engraved with Venus Engine image processor with intelligent technology-resolution images VI sharp digital images and videos, especially the role of auto focus to capture speed of Sonic for the user easily Photos -spur of the moment.
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 digital 8x zoom black

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25

Other features Intelligent Auto that we, in other Lumix cameras, as MEGA IOS, Intelligent ISO Control found common, face detection, includes Intelligent Scene Selector, which FH27 FH25 and two new features iA - AF (Auto Focus) tracking on any matter locks and keep it in focus, even if it is moving, and Intelligent Exposure, which optimizes the exposure for each part of an image. Both come with LUMIX Image Uploader to easily transfer images to video on YouTube and Facebook.

Packaged in a brushed metal finish, the LUMIX FH27 available in black, red and silver, while the LUMIX FH25 is available in silver, black, red, blue and purple pattern.

[panasonic.com]

Sony Bloggie 3D MHS-FS3 Pocket Full HD 3D Pocket Camcorder

Sony Bloggie 3D MHS-FS3

Sony announced the new Bloggie 3D MHS-FS3, the first Full HD 3D pocket camcorder. Equipped with dual 5.15 Megapixel Exmor CMOS Sensor and dual lenses, the MHS-FS3 can record HD 3D videos as well as 5 Megapixel still images and 2 Megapixel 3D still photos. It has a 2.4-inch 3D LCD display that lets you view 3D content without the need for 3D glasses.

Sony’s Bloggie 3D MHS-FS3 has 8GB internal memory and a flip-out USB arm for upload/charge. It features SteadyShot image stabilization, face detection, built-in LED light, and HDMI output with 3D support. The pocket 3D camcorder has a slim, sleek body while packing internal rechargeable battery. The price is $249.99 and you can pre-order now at Amazon.com.

Bloggie MHS-FS1

Bloggie Duo MHS-FS2

Sony will also release the new Bloggie MHS-FS1 and Bloggie Duo MHS-FS2 cameras. Both of them has 4GB internal memory for up to 2 hours of HD video and a 2.7-inch LCD display and HDMI output. The Bloggie Duo adds a 2-inch LCD for self recording. They records 1920×1080 Full HD MP4 video, 5 Megapixel stills and include SteadyShot image stabilization. The Bloggie MHS-FS1 will be available for $149.99 and the Bloggie Duo for $169.99.

Sony Handycam HDR-TD10 Double Full HD 3D Consumer Camcorder

Sony introduced at the CES 2011 the Handycam HDR-TD10, the world’s first Double Full HD 3D consumer camcorder. The HDR-TD10 features an integrated dual lens system, which includes two of each key component – double Sony G Lenses, double Exmor R back-illuminated CMOS image sensors, and double BIONZ image processors to record 1920×1080 Full HD 60p/24p video. The lenses offer 10x optical zoom in 3D mode.

The Handycam HDR-TD10 has 65GB internal flash memory that is enough for up to 25 hours of 2D HD video or up to 5 hours of HD 3D video. The 3D camcorder comes with a 3.5-inch glasses-free 3D Xtra Fine LCD touch panel display with TruBlack technology. It features Optical SteadyShot image stabilization with Active Mode, Tracking Focus that follows selected subjects, a dedicated switch for easy switching between 2D/3D, Intelligent Auto mode, Golf Shot mode, and Manual Control.

The Sony HDR-TD10 3D camcorder is equipped with 5.1-channel Surround mic for dynamic surround sound and includes wind noise reduction for clear voice recording. There is also Highlight Playback function that identifies and compiles key scenes into a short, entertaining movie complete with music and transitions.

Coming in April, the Sony Handycam HDR-TD10 Full HD 3D camcorder will cost about $1499.99. Pre-order now at Amazon.

[sonystyle.com]

Panasonic HDC-TM900, HDC-HS900 and HDC-SD900 Full HD 3MOS Camcorders are 3D-Capable

Panasonic introduces three new Full HD 3MOS camcorders, the HDC-TM900, HDC-HS900 and HDC-SD800, for professional-level video shooting in 3D and 2D. These camcorders record 1920×1080/60p Full HD recording and is capable of 3D video shooting with the company’s 3D Conversion Lens (VW-CLT1). They incorporate Panasonic’s 3MOS system for recording bright, low-noise videos, even in low lighting.

The HDC-TM900, HDC-HS900 and HDC-SD800 are equipped with a 7.59 Megapixel (2.53MPix x 3) 3MOS sensor and a F1.5 Leica Dicomar Lens with 20x zoom. The HDC-TM900 has 32GB interla flash memory and the HDC-HS900 has 220GB hard drive, while all three models can record to SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards.

These Full HD camcorders feature the Crystal Engine PRO, which instantly processes the large amount of data that goes into full-HD quality for extremely clear, crisp motion images; HYBRID OIS (Optical Image Stabilizer) that helps correct blurring due to hand and arm shake; iA (Intelligent Auto) with Face Recognition, 5.1-channel Surround Sound System and Eco Mode. They also offer a manual ring and comes with a 3.5-inch touchscreen display. Panasonic will also offer a lower-spec model HDC-SD900 that has a 3-inch LCD and has no manual ring.

Update: Pricing info are available at Panasonic UK site – GBP 997.99 for HDC-TM900, GBP 1,197.99 for HDC-HS900, GBP 898.99 HDC-SD900, AND gbp 698.99 for HDC-SD800.

via : [panasonic]

Samsung SMX-F50, SMX-F53 and SMX-F54 Camcorder with Intelligent 65x Zoom

Samsung introduces three new SMX-F50 series digital camcorders, including the SMX-F50 with no internal memory, SMX-F53 with 8GB and SMX-F54 with 16GB. These camcorders are equipped with a F1.8 Schneider Kreuznach Varioplan lens with 52x optical zoom and 65x Intelli-Zoom and a 680k pixel CCD sensor.

The SMX-F50 series records 720×480/60i video and has a 2.7-inch LCD display. It includes face detection, time-lapse recording, Smart Auto mode, 1.9 Megapixel still image capturing and one-touch sharing functions. These camcorders support SD/SDHC memory card.

The SMX-F50, SMX-F53 and SMX-F54 will be released in February for $199, $249 and $299, respectively. They come in black, silver, red and blue.

Samsung HMX-P100 And HMX-P300 Pocket Camcorders – Full HD

HMX-P100 and HMX-P300 are two pocket type of Full HD Digital Camcorders released by Samsung. Both HMX-P100 and HMX-P300 come with Smart Auto mode, digital image stabilization, Face Detection, HDMI output, One Touch Sharing Function and there is a USB arm on both models.

Samsung HMX-P100 is designed with 1x optical zoom lens, 2.3-inch LCD display, 5MP BSI CMOS sensor and will be available in black, silver, blue and pink colors.

Meanwhile, Samsung HMX-P300 offers 3x optical zoom lens, 3-inch touch LCD, 8MP CSI CMOS sensor, composite video output and will be available in titan black, silver, white and pink colors.

Both HMX-P100 and HMX-P300 offers 30fps, 1920×1080 video resolution or 60fps at 1280×720 video resolution in H.264 media format.

Prices:

Samsung HMX-P100 = USD149.- [ Available in February ]
Samsung HMX-P300 = USD199.- [ Available in March ]

Samsung HMX-Q10 Affordable Full HD Camcorder

As CES 2011 is coming, Samsung has just made a pre-CES announcement about its new HMX-Q10 affordable Full HD digital camcorder. The camcorder includes Samsung’s newly developed Switch Grip technology, which ensures that when filming, the LCD screen adapts to how the camcorder body is being held allowing users to maintain perfect control over their video, whether they are left- or right-handed.

The Samsung HMX-Q10 features a 5 Megapixel BSI CMOS sensor, Schneider-Kreuznach Varioplan-HD F1.8 10x optical zoom lens, OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) Duo system, and a 2.7-inch touchscreen LCD with 2D S-Motion graphics UI. It records 1920×1080 60i Full HD video and 4.6 Megapixel still images. The camcorder offers face detection, Smart Auto mode, auto focus, and HD Time Lapse recording features as well.

The HMX-Q10 has USB port for PC connection and charging and HDMI and composite outputs. It will be released in February for $299.

Swann SportsCam Waterproof Mini Video Camera

Swann Security introduces its new SportsCam waterproof mini video camera, which is going to be showcased at the CES 2011. The SportsCam is basically a mini camcorder housed in a rugged, shockproof, waterprooof case. It is waterproof up to 65 feet.

The Swann SportsCam records 640×480 video and captures still images. It comes with a myriad of mounting options, such as Velcro straps, double clipper, sport-clip, multi-clip, so outdoor enthusiasts can live and relive their most extreme moments. The camcorder stores recordings on microSD card (up to 16GB) amd a 16GB MicroSD card is enough for about 5 hours of video.
The SportsCam is powered by a Lithium-ion battery that recharges via USB and gives the user 2.5 hours of life per charge. It will be available in February for $99.
Included SportsCam accessories:

• Velcro straps x 3
• Double-clipper
• Cord, arm & head straps
• Pouch
• Sport-clip
• Multi-clip
• Waterproof pin clip & case clip
• Multi-bracket
• Velcro™ for bracket
• Mounting screws x 2
• Silicon case

[maxborges press.com]