Digital Camera News, Reviews and Tips
The Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS features a 10MP back-illuminated CMOS sensor, DIGIC 4 image processor and a bright f/2.0 lens. The SD4000 IS also features a 3.8x optical zoom with optical image stabilization and a 3-inch LCD. The SD4000 IS can capture 720p HD video, as well as slow motion video at 240 fps.
The Canon SD4000 is should be available around the end of May 2010 at an initial retail price of $349.99.
In a story at Amateur Photographer, Sony UK’s Paul Genge is attributed with the above quote. Not that any of this is surprising, considering recent developments.
The Olympus E-PL1 is the latest in the line of PEN cameras, which prior models include the original E-P1 and the E-P2. The E-PL1 is the first PEN camera targeted at and priced toward the consumer market. As with the other PEN models, the E-PL1 is a Micro Four Thirds format camera and features a 2x crop factor over traditional 35mm sensors. That means that the 14-42mm lens feels like a 28-84mm lens on a full frame camera.
One of the biggest problems I experienced with the first generation PEN, the E-P1, was slow autofocus tracking, which spoiled the solid image quality the camera otherwise delivered. Overall, I gave the E-P1 rather poor marks in usability for all but a rather niche group. Time heals all wounds though – and the new E-PL1 provides a better overall experience even if it still has less-than-perfect autofocus.
To see where the Olympus E-PL1 shines and shames, read on. [Read more…]
It was only a matter of time.
With overwhelming success of the Canon 5D Mark II and subsequent video-capable DSLRs, it was only a matter of time before someone broke the mold and put a DSLR-sized sensor in a true camcorder body. I suspect that Canon and Nikon are both working on a similar concept; however, it looks as if Sony may be the first one out of the gate.
Sony has announced that it is working on a camcorder based on the 14.2MP CMOS sensor found in the newly announced NEX-5 and NEX-3. The camcorder will allow the new Sony E-mount lenses to be used, as well as existing Alpha-mount lenses. [Read more…]
The Sony NEX-5 and NEX-3 are the next evolution in the Sony digital imaging world. Leaning heavily on a mix of technologies from Sony’s Alpha and Cyber-shot lines the NEX-5 and NEX-3 appear to be one of the more true hybrid cameras among the various mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras. [Read more…]
The revised edition of Dane Sanders’ Fast Track Photographer is now available. It’s a great book. I’ve got two copies to hand out to Photography Bay readers. Want one?
Here’s how you can score a copy. [Read more…]
DxO Labs has announced the release of DxO Optics Pro 6.2, which adds support for the Canon Rebel T2i / 550D and Sony A450. Additionally, the Elite addition adds support for the Canon 1D Mark IV and Nikon D3s. A number of new optics models were also added.
More details in the press release below. [Read more…]
Canon has announced its lineup of lenses and flashes eligible for instant rebate savings for Spring / Summer 2010.
This is an instant rebate program too – no mailing receipts and UPC codes and then waiting 6-8 weeks. The rebate applies for purchases on qualifying Canon gear made between May 9 and July 10, 2010.
The specific items are listed below, along with links to product pages for each lens or flash at Amazon, Adorama and B&H Photo. [Read more…]
Canon has unleashed yet another round of rebates – this time for the 5D Mark II. These instant rebates will be in effect through July 10, 2010.
Taking into account the recent price drop on the 5D Mark II and the $100 instant savings now in effect:
the 5D Mark II body will sell for around $2399;
and the 5D Mark II w/ 24-105mm L lens will sell for around $3199.
You can find the 5D Mark II at trusted online sellers via the links below.
