Digital Camera News, Reviews and Tips
The above image is purportedly another leaked product shot of the upcoming NEX-5N mirrorless camera.
The NEX-5N is expected to be officially unveiled next week. It should feature a 16.1MP sensor and be capable of capturing 1080p HD video, among other impressive specs.
[via Photo Rumors]
Sony A77 EVF
The above image looks to be a shot of the new Sony A77 EVF. [Read more…]
Check out the above video, which uses some lighting magic to make our photographic brains hurt. After you’ve watched it, can you explain why this illusion occurs? Leave a comment below.
[via Strobist]
Nikon X810 Mirrorless Project Camera
Oh no. Is next week really going to come and go without a new Nikon DSLR? It looks like that may happen. [Read more…]
Benro has announced a new video tripod and head combo. The AD71FK5 is a budget friendly kit that features flip-lock legs, a mid-level spreader and a fluid head with a 60mm bowl and bubble level. [Read more…]
Canon 1Ds Mark IV on Canon Website
When I first saw this list for extended warranty options showing the Canon 1Ds Mark IV, I figured it was a typo since it’s pretty common to see the 1D Mark IV mistakenly listed as the 1Ds Mark IV (even on some of Canon’s sites).
However, this was actually a separate listing from the 1D Mark IV and the 1Ds Mark III, already in the chart above. And, the 1Ds Mark IV listing was a different price. [Read more…]
The Induro BHS-Series Ballheads are a new breed of affordable tripod heads with QR plates and built-in bubble levels. The BHS0 supports 10.3 lbs. The BHS1 supports 12.8 lbs. And, the BHS2 supports up to 18.7 lbs.
The new ballheads range in price from $52 to $76 retail and are available from B&H Photo.
We’re halfway to finding out who wins the Swag Bag Giveaway 2. [Read more…]
The Sony A35 now appears to be widely in stock and shipping. The latest translucent-mirror alternative to DSLRs looks to head up the entry-level end of Sony’s Alpha line with reports that the flagship Sony A77 will be announced next week.
The A35 sports a 16MP CMOS sensor and fast live view autofocus unlike any other manufacturer has delivered in a DSLR. It also records full 1920 x 1080 AVCHD video.
You can find the Sony A35 at B&H Photo and Amazon.com.
The Panasonic ZS10 is a 14.1MP camera with a rather 16x optical zoom (21x if you count Panasonic’s “Intelligent Zoom” as a feature) in a rather compact offering. The ZS10 also features Panasonic’s signature Power O.I.S. Image Stabilization, which is quite necessary for such a long zoom reach. [Read more…]