Leica is known for its finest cameras and lenses. The company has recently released the M8 digital camera. Priced at approximately $6,500, the M8 comes in black or silver model. Its luxury green version retails for a hefty $10,000. The shooter comes with a matching canvas/leather carrying case and 28mm F2.8 Summicron lens.
This rugged digital camera features a 12.1MP sensor and can record video at 1080p, up to 6400 ISO and the maximum shutter speed is 1/1300. The camera also offers a 2.7-inch LCD screen, the standard face recognition, image stabilization and creative mode features.
Olympus has recently announced the SP-590UZ ultra-zoom digital camera at CES 2009. This impressive camera features an outstanding 26X zoom lens covering a remarkable 26-676mm focal length range, 10fps sequential shooting, a 12 Megapixel CCD, and a 2.7 inch LCD display.
Panasonic released The new DMC-LS85 that powered by AA batteries. But don’t underestimate this one, because it has 8.1 megapixels, 4x optical zoom and an intelligent auto mode. This feature sets things like the ISO level, face detection, scene selection and compensates for any blur, all of which is activated by hitting the iA button on top of the camera.
The Yashica DVC807 HD video camera is able to record video in 720p directly on SD/SDHC Cards (MPEG-4 AVC/H.264). Measuring 57mm x 130mm x 69mm and weighing 291grams, this camcorder also features 32MB of internal memory and allows you to record video in 720×480 (480p or DVD format) or your average VGA size. The camera is also capable of taking still picture thanks to its 8MP CMOS censor.
By using this Pentax Optio W10, you can get underwater photography experience. The Pentax Optio W10 is compact digital camera featuring a waterproof and dustproof design that allows it to function underwater for up to 30 minutes at 5 feet. The camera features a 6.0-megapixel CCD sensor, 3x optical zoom, 2.5-inch display, 10.5 MB of built-in memory, and SD memory cards.
The Cyber-shot DSC-W220 is a 12.1MP with Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar 4X optical zoom lens with 30 millimeter (equivalent) wide angle view, 15Mb of internal memory, a 2.7 inch display screen, and a HDMI out. What makes the digicam cool is that it adopts Intelligent Scene Recognition that automatically recognizes a total of five scenes including twilight portrait, twilight, twilight using a tripod, backlight and backlight portrait. Other features include the Optical SteadyShot image stabilization to minimize blur, and Sony’s Smile Shutter technology that automatically captures a smile the moment it happens.
The Sony HDR-XR520V camcorder comes jam packed with a back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS sensor with a high-speed BIONZ imaging processor. What makes this camcorder special is that it supports Sony’s new 16GB PRO-HG Duo HX Memory Sticks. and offers GPS capability. You can record video in Full HD (101 hours of HD Video in LP mode) and store them into its 240GB HDD.
The Canon PowerShot A480 is a successor to the previously released PowerShot A470. The new camera comes with the extra-compact casing, which is 25% smaller than that of its predecessor. The digicam provides a 10.0MP sensor with a 3.3x optical zoom and Canon’s DIGIC III processor that delivers high image quality, superb colour reproduction, Face Detection Technology and Motion Detection Technology.
When an 18X or 20X ultra zoom just isn’t enough, Olympus introduces the new SP-590 Ultra Zoom, which packs a 26X optical zoom lens. The camera features the image processor TruePic III, dual image stabilization, face detection and a 2.7-inch LCD screen HyperCrystal II. You can also expect up to ISO 1600, 640 × 480 and video recording with a MicroSD and xD-Picture cards support.
Here is a transparent Nikon D80. The specs are still the same. In case you didn’t know, the Nikon D80 DSLR features 10.2MP DX format CCD sensor, 0.18sec start-up time, 3fps shooting rate, new EN-EL3e battery which claims to provide up to 2,700 shots per charge, built-in flash, 2.5 inch 170 degree viewable LCD display, 11 area Multi-CAM 1000 AF system, and 0.94x pentaprism viewfinder.
The Samsung HMX R10 can record full-HD movies and capture high-resolution still images. You can easily hold this camcorder in your hand thanks to its ergonomic design. The Samsung HMX-R10 will be available this summer. It features 5X optical zoom, 1/2.33 inch CMOS, a 2.7 inch LCD, SD/SDHC (no internal memory), 1080p resolution and HDMI output.
The Minoru 3D Webcam is compatible with a range of Instant Messaging programs including Microsoft Windows Live Messenger, Skype, Yahoo Messenger and AOL Instant Messenger. The gadget comes equipped with five pairs of 3D glasses. What makes this webcam more special is that it also supports regular 2D.
Kodak comes back with a new digicam from its EasyShare series. The spanking new Kodak EasyShare Z980 boasts a 26 mm wide angle, 24X Schneider-Kreuznach Variogon Image Stabilized Optical Zoom Lens, Kodak’s exclusive Smart Capture feature, and a vertical shutter release. It can capture HD pictures and videos and 12MP for prints up to 30 inch x 40 inch. Other features include SD/SDHC memory card slot and is compatible with new Kodak Wi-Fi memory cards.
The weather-resistant video camera is able to capture video in high definition resolution at 720p at 60 fps. Priced at $150, the camera also sports SD/SDHC memory card slot (up to 32GB), HDMI output, a 2 inch LCD display and remote control compatible. Available in black, red, pink, blue and yellow, the Zx1 can capture video in low-light conditions.
