Ricoh is preparing to launch another point-and-shoot camera ‘CX4′ for the mass market. Powered by the Smooth Imaging Engine IV processor, this compact camera offers a 10-megapixel CMOS image sensor, a 10.7x optical zoom lens, a 3-inch LCD screen, an 86MB of internal memory, an SD/SDHC card slot and has the ability to record 720p HD video.
Praktica has debuted its 14-megapixel compact digital camera namely the Praktica DCZ 14.1. The digicam boasts a a 3x optical lens with a 1/2.3 CCD sensor, a 2.7-inch TFT color monitor, a 32MB of built-in memory, a smile detection, PASM mode, a face tracking, a digital anti-shake, a blink detection and an intelligent scene mode. Too bad, there is no info on pricing at this time. Each purchase comes with a USB cable, a CD driver, a camera pouch, a camera strap and a couple of AA batteries.
Loreo has launched the brand new Stereo Lens-In-A-Cap for Canon cameras with APS-C format subframe digital SLR sensors (22-24mm) x (14.5-16mm). The Loreo 3D lens features a twin blade diaphragm with 3 stop aperture settings: f11, f16, f22, and a continuous focusing slider from 1.5m to infinity. It is compatible with Canon EOS D30, D60, 10D, 20D, 30D, 40D, 50D, Rebel 300D, 350D, 400D, 450D, 500D, 550D 1000D, 7D (Canon EOS mount). Most Canon SLR cameras work with the Loreo 3D lenses in auto-metering mode, but exposure bias should be set to -1.5 or -2. If you are interested, you can purchase the Loreo 3D lens for $165.
Sony is gearing up to drop a new point-and-shoot camera ‘Cyber-shot DSC-T99′ for the Japanese market. Powered by a powerful BIONZ image processor, this compact camera packs a 14.1-megapixel Super HAD CCD sensor, Carl Zeiss lens, a 4x optical zoom lens, a 3-inch touchscreen display, a 32MB of internal memory, an SD/SDHC card slot, ISO up to 3200 and has the ability to record 720p HD video at 30fps. Available in black, silver, pink, green and violet color options, the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 will go on sale in Japan from mid-September for around $250.
The Mamiya RZ33 is a new 33-megapixel large sensor digital camera, which is targeted at professional photographers. It is equipped with a dedicated digital camera body and a 48 x 36mm 33-mega pixel CCD sensor, an ISO 50-800 sensitivity range, a 1.1 frames-per-second burst rate, a 16-bit RAW files and a touchscreen digital control interface. The new RZ33 is also compatible with previous Mamiya RZ leaf-shutter lenses and fully compatible with all Mamiya RZ system lenses, viewfinders and most accessories. The brand new Mamiya RZ33 digital camera retails for $17,990.
Praktica has announced a new point-and-shoot camera by unveiling the Luxmedia 12-04. Specs-wise, this compact camera sports a 12-megapixel image sensor, a 3x optical zoom lens, a 3.0-inch TFT display, a 32MB of internal memory, an SD/SDHC card slot, Smile Detector, Intelligent Scene Mode, 24 Scene Modes and a voice recorder.
The new Thanko USVRGVCA is not your ordinary surveillance camera because it can turn on automatically when the surrounding sound exceeds 65 decibels. The camera records VGA resolution videos (640 x 480) at 30fps in AVI file format and features a 2MP CMOS sensor, an USB 2.0 port, a 200mAh battery that provides up to 80-minute of operation time, a microSD card slot (up to 16GB) and a YouTube function. GeekStuff4U sells the Thanko USVRGVCA surveillance camera for 8,480 Yen or around $92 each.
Here’s the latest point-and-shoot camera from Casio, the EXILIM Zoom EX-Z350. This compact camera sports a 12.1-megapixel image sensor, a 27mm wide-angle lens, a 4x optical zoom lens and a 2.7-inch TFT color display. It also comes with a number of advanced features including Face Detection, 23 BEST SHOT programs and YouTube Capture mode for videos. The Casio EXILIM Zoom EX-Z350 is now available in Europe for 149 Euro (about $182).
Pentax has collaborated with Tower Records to produce 1,000 units of the limited-edition “Rainbow Colors” Pentax K-x. This special edition camera has the same specifications as the standard K-x. The camera supports a 12-megapixel CMOS sensor, a 2.7-inch LCD screen with Live View and Face Detection that can detect up to 16 different faces. The new “Rainbow Colors” Pentax K-x captures up to 12,800 ISO in expanded range and records HD videos in 720P at 24fps. These cameras will be released on July 23rd, 2010 at Tower Records for 74,800 Yen ($809) each.
Canon has added a new point-and-shoot camera to its range in the form of the IXUS 300 HS. Powered by DIGIC 4 processor, this compact camera boasts a 10-megapixel CMOS sensor, a 28mm wide angle lens, a 3.8x optical zoom lens, a 3-inch PureColor II G LCD screen, Canon’s new HS system (provides better low light performance and high-speed shooting), an SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card slot, a USB 2.0 port, a mini HDMI port and 720p video recording (30fps). The Canon IXUS 300 HS will be available across the UK and Ireland from the end of May for £379.
Canon is about to launch another point-and-shoot camera ‘IXY 30S’ for the Japanese market. This compact camera packs a 10-megapixel CMOS image sensor, a 3.8x optical zoom lens, a 3-inch display, an SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card slot, a USB port, an HDMI output and has the ability to record 1280 x 720 HD video at 30fps. The IXY 30S will become available in Japan starting on May 27th for 40,000 Yen (about $429).
Here is the Exemode DV580HD, a 720p, h264 camcorder.It comes with 32MB of built-in memory, compatibility with SD and SDHC cards, and cost a high $222. You’d be better off buying a Sony in that case!
Panasonic’s new digital single-lens reflex camera (SLR), the DMC-L10, features 2.5-inch LCD screen with 270 degree rotation, a 10.1MP Live MOS sensor. Its Dust reduction technology uses the integrated Supersonic Wave Filter system to prevent dust from attaching to the sensor. It possesses superb image processor, Venus Engine III, Four Thirds system for its lens mount high quality image rendering and exciting true to life pictures. Other features include advanced Face Detection and Intelligent ISO Control function, enhanced contrast AF system and Extra Optical Zoom with variable aspect ratios 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 according to the situation.
Sony’s new DSLR, the α700, features a magnesium alloy body, HDMI output, 3 Inch Extra Fine LCD, AF 11 points, a 5Fps setting (BIONZ Technology) and Dual Memory Slot (CF and Memory Stick). This 12MP DSLR camera also adopts Image censor and BIONZ image procession technology.
Horseman has joined with Rolleiflex to develop this amazing Horseman 3D Stereo Camera which is capable of taking stereo pictures of high-speed moving objects. It features the ability to make stereo pictures of high-speed moving objects, such as flying birds, jumping animals, a spray of water, and indoor or night scenes. These kinds of shots were difficult with conventional stereo cameras. This camera has a unique 24 mm x 65 mm size electronically controlled focal plane shutter that allows perfect synchronization of right and left images up to 1/1000sec. shutter speed.
