Archive for the ‘Digital Cameras’ Category
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Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-W170 Service Notice
Friday, August 28th, 2009
Sony has just posted a service notice for their cybershot -DSC W-170 compact digital cameras. They have discovered that some of the colored models may exhibit peeling of the metal plating on the bezel surrounding the lens, which can cause users to receive splinters. If you own a W170 that is either Red, Gold or Black, [...]
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Olympus E-P1
Tuesday, August 25th, 2009
With DSLR-like functionality in a package no larger than a rangefinder camera, the 12.3-megapixel Olympus E-P1 ($799.99 list, with 14-42mm kit lens) is truly a game-changer. The Micro Four Thirds camera offers spectacular image quality in a compact body, but its auto-focus is slower than expected—slower even than some point and shoots. Regardless, this is [...]
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Sigma DP2
Tuesday, August 25th, 2009
On the surface, the 4.6-megapixel Sigma DP2 ($649 street) is a compact point-and-shoot camera that’s very expensive, too big to fit in your pocket, and lacks optical zoom, face detection, and HD—or even SD—video recording. The DP2 does, however, have one huge selling point: its lens and unique image sensor help the camera capture gorgeous [...]
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Nikon Coolpix S630
Tuesday, August 25th, 2009
The 12-megapixel Nikon Coolpix S630 ($279.95 list) packs a whopping 7x optical zoom lens into its compact body, while other cameras in this size range typically offer only 3x or 5x zoom. But the extra zoom comes at a price—the S630 lacks key features found on comparably priced models, such as high-definition video capture and [...]
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Canon EF 17-40mm f/4L USM
Tuesday, August 25th, 2009
A new and affordable L-series ultra-wide-angle zoom lens that’s ideal for both film and digital SLRs. Superior optics are assured by the use of three Aspherical lens elements, in addition to a Super UD (Ultra-low Dispersion) glass element. Optical coatings are optimized for use with digital cameras. This lens focuses as close as 11 inches [...]
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Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-W170 Service Notice
Tuesday, August 25th, 2009
Sony has just posted a service notice for their Cyber-Shot DSC-W170 compact digital cameras. They have discovered that some of the colored models may exhibit peeling of the metal plating on the bezel surrounding the lens, which can cause users to receive splinters. If you own a W170 that is either Red, Gold or Black, [...]
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New FSA-L2 Nikon Fieldscope dSLR Camera Attachment
Tuesday, August 25th, 2009
Late last week, Nikon Vision Co. announced the FSA-L2 Fieldscope camera adapter. Designed specificity for use with Nikon dSLRs, this new adapter offers a 3.5x (500 – 1750mm) zoom range, along with a f/5.9 – f/21 aperture range. When used in conjunction with any of their EDG Fieldscopes, the FSA-L2 will help turn your Nikon [...]
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FujiFilm FinePix J250 review
Tuesday, August 25th, 2009
FUJIFILM U.S.A., Inc announced the two newest additions to its popular J-series line-up with the FinePix J20 and J250. With sleek designs and powerful features, the FinePix J20 and J250 are great digital camera options for the consumer on a budget who doesn’t want to sacrifice great quality or style for a lower price.
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Camera Flash Turns An Insulating Material Into A Conductor
Tuesday, August 25th, 2009
A Northwestern University professor and his students have found a new way of turning graphite oxide — a low-cost insulator made by oxidizing graphite powder — into graphene, a hotly studied material that conducts electricity. Scientists believe graphene could be used to produce low-cost carbon-based transparent and flexible electronics.
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Canon PowerShot G11 leaks out, looks promising
Wednesday, August 19th, 2009
Canon’s PowerShot G10 has lived a long, fruitful life, but after being on the market for right around a year now, it’s time for a proper successor to step in and take things over. The slick little bugger you see above purports to be that very device, with the predictably titled PowerShot G11 supposedly boasting [...]