Archive for the ‘Cameras’ Category
Sure, go ahead and tell ‘em it’s a point and shoot camera. No lie there. Sony’s Cybershot DSC-T500 is a 10.1 Megapixel point-and-shoot camera, it just records hi-def movies too. In fact, it records MPEG4 AVC/H.264 movies and it is capable of capturing them at 30 frames/second. Now that’s a hidden camera! While the video camera is shooting 720p HD video, you can get still photos of the scene without a single interruption.
The HDMI files turn out small and crystal clear. The resolution is three times higher than that of regular movies. The camera can automatically identify a smile and show it to you so that you can get that great shot. (more…)
To refresh its not-so-old digital compact camera line-up, Sony has launched the Cyber-shot DSC-T77 and the DSC-T700. There are no pixel upgrades here, the sensor is still 10 megapixels. Of course that still translates to great photo results.
The obvious improvement can be seen right away, as the T77 is now Sony’s thinnest digital camera. All the fun and modern photography features are present including face detection, high sensivity shooting, smile shutter, and in-camera image management. Although it’s really slim, the T77 boasts a big 3-inch LCD touchscreen. (more…)
Panasonic introduced its newest digital camera, the DMC-LX3, which is aimed at users who own an SLR. It’s pretty bold and unusual positioning. However after scrutinizing the press release, it seems Panasonic really knows what they’re doing. Panasonic is not pushing the megapixels with this one, instead they optimize and improve the CCD.
Here’s an excerpt from the release
The old formula equating pixel count with image quality does not always hold true. In general, if two CCDs have exactly the same physical size but different pixel counts, the one with more pixels is not necessarily better – in fact, it’s likely to generate more picture noise, especially in low-light parts of the image. This poor low-light image quality has been a source of great dissatisfaction for compact camera users. (more…)
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX150 is the most compact 14 Megapixel camera to be released thus far. It features a 28mm wide-angle lens F2.8 brightness and 3.6x optical zoom. It has a manual exposure mode which lets users choose the shutter speed.
It also has a multi-exposure mode which automatically superimposes three consecutive shots together for surreal photos. Of course the camera also features an automatic mode, called Intelligent Auto (iA) which automatically adjusts the settings depending on the environment. (more…)
Not content with having less than a 50 megapixel sensor, Phase One introduces the P65+. How does 60 megapixels sound? Sounds good right? With that kind of resolution, you can print a 30×40 inch picture easily.
However the pricing will not make you feel that good. The P65+ is priced at a whopping US$39,900. With that kind of money can get you a top-of-the-line DSLR with lots of lenses and still have some money left over. (more…)
It’s summer time and the weather is gorgeous, at least for most of us. You’ve been sitting in your office all week but now it’s Friday and the outdoors are calling you. We’re here to show you all best gadgets that won’t leave you high and dry as you brave the elemental forces of nature.
So listen up, gear up, and head out as we showcase the 25 Hottest Rugged Gadgets that can Weather The Outdoors (in no particular order).
- Segway X2 Adventure
Leave the pack in the dust as you glide on the back of this gyroscopic beast. The Segway X2 Adventure is basically a ruggedized Segway built with exploration in mind. Chunky wheels and an advanced gyroscope keep you stable and a cargo pouch holds all your necessities. It has a 5W headlamp to light your way. You’ll be able to go up to 12 miles on a charge in about an hour at top speed.
- Casio G’zOne Type-R Outdoor Phone
If you’re planning on going anywhere remote this summer, you want to make sure you have a life-line back to civilization should any emergencies occur. The G’zOne Type-R Outdoor Phone by Casio fits the bill perfectly. The phone is water-proof and shock-resistant, comes with a built-in electronic compass and is available in 3 colors. But you might have to send away for this one – it’s currently only available in Japan; but you were planning on traveling anyway, weren’t you? (The G’zOne type-S is currently available from Verizon, albeit with some watered down features, or you could just wait for the G’zOne Boulder which is rumored to be coming out some time in the near future.)
- Magellan Triton
I know what you’re thinking – Outdoor GPS’s just route from point to point, regardless of whether there might be a river, gorge, forest, or black bear in the way. Well my friends, let me introduce you to the Magellan Triton, which features Primordial’s Ground Guidance logic. What this means is that, by analyzing satellite photos of the earth, this GPS will route you around rivers, cliffs, thick forests, and other obstacles, so that it gets you from point A to point B in the safest and easiest way possible. This touchscreen device also comes with a 2 megapixel camera, water-resistant cover, barometer, built-in LED flashlight, and National Geographic’s maps. Certainly not the only tool you’d want to have out in the wild, but a great way to give you an edge!
- Nalgene Bottle Kits
If there is one thing you don’t want to be stuck without while outdoors, it’s water. Dehydration is downright dangerous, and fortunately, largely preventable. Nalgene bottles have been around for years, but Nalgene Bottle kits offer a useful twist on an old classic. Coming in 6 different varieties, these Nalgene bottles are stuffed with various supplies to help you along your way. They come in 6 varieties: Auto, Dog, Emergency/Survival, First Aid, Heat Stress, and Kids. They come packed with things like rescue blankets, electrolyte tablets, first aid supplies and more. Throw one in your pack for your adventures and you just might be glad you did.
- Panasonic Toughbook U1
As far as tough mobile computers go, there is nothing tougher than a Panasonic Toughbook. This UMPC doesn’t joke around, with an Intel Atom processor for low power consumption and high processing power, and a shock resistant SSD hard drive. Be sure to check out our full preview of this mean machine. It will be available in August starting at $2800.
- Leatherman Skeletool
There is a lot to be said about having a good survival tool by your side when you are out trekking about. With that in mind, the Skeletool by Leatherman is one of the most versatile (and coolest looking) multitools around. It’s lightweight and functional, sporting pliers, a knife, interchangeable screwdriver, carabiner, wire cutter and bottle opener. There is also the Skeletool CS, which switches steel parts for carbon fiber. The Skeletool is available now for $50, and the Skeletool CX is available for $64.
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Samsung’s upcoming TL34HD line of cameras are nothing short of remarkable. These pocket-sized bad boys pack in 14.7-mega-pixel imaging, 720p HD video capture that can record at 30 fps (in a convenient H.264 format), 28mm wide-angle Schneider lens with 3.6x optical zoom and a 3-inch touchscreen LCD. (more…)
Just barely a month after Sony Ericsson spawned its 8-megapixel camera phone, Samsung has followed that step with the i8510 Primera. This 8-megapixel camera phone comes fully equipped with an LED flash (not as good as xenon) and autofocus. In terms of video, the Primera will be able to record slow-motion QVGA videos at 120FPS, similar to the LG KU990 Viewty and KF750 Secret.
There’s even a rumor that Samsung is also manufacturing the camera sensor for Sony Ericsson’s C905, although this has not been confirmed yet.
Intending to trump Apple’s iPhone 3G and the Nokia N96, the Primera is loaded with the most up to date features available. Starting from your choice of 8GB or 16GB of storage, a microSD card slot, a 2.8-inch QVGA screen and A-GPS. (more…)
“Introducing Mino. Now playing: You“
Those are the words you see when you first check out Flip Video. Their Mino camcorder is tiny: 3.94” x 1.97” x 0.63” That’s approximately four inches by two inches by a half inch. This wouldn’t be such a big deal, but it provides you with a Camcorder, not just a camera.
Gone are the days of holding a huge bulky camera so you can shoot some video! You get an hour of high-quality video and four hours if you get the optional power adapter. (more…)
After much anticipation, Nikon has finally announced their new DSLR, the D700. This 12.1 megapixel beast of a camera implements the same FX format CMOS found in Nikon’s flagship D3. The new FX format, opposed to the DX format found in earlier Nikon product, captures images on an image sensor the same size as 35mm film.
The new camera, clearly aimed at professional photographers, implements an array of features not found in earlier models. These include suport for UDMA CompactFlash, a 3-inch display, 51 point autofocus (with 3D tracking), and four-speed active dust reduction. It will also shoot up to 8 fps at full resolution and a mind boggling iso 6400. And to top it off, a highly convenient HDMI out. (more…)
Sure, go ahead and tell ‘em it’s a point and shoot camera. No lie there. Sony’s Cybershot DSC-T500 is a 10.1 Megapixel point-and-shoot camera, it just records hi-def movies too. In fact, it records MPEG4 AVC/H.264 movies and it is capable of capturing them at 30 frames/second. Now that’s a hidden camera! While the video camera is shooting 720p HD video, you can get still photos of the scene without a single interruption.
