Digital Camera News, Reviews and Tips
The Casio EX-S200 and EX-Z800 are a pair of 14.1-megapixel point and shoot cameras. Both cameras feature a 4x optical zoom and can capture 1280 x 720 HD video at 20 fps. The S200 and Z800 offer a sensitivity range of ISO 50-3200. No word yet on price or availability.
More details in the press release below.
[via Ephotozine & Engadget]
Last week, iStockphoto raised the weekly limits for photo contributors.
New upload limits for non-exclusive contributors:
New upload limits for exclusive contributors:
The Kodak Z981 is a 14-megapixel superzoom camera that offers the ability to capture RAW format images throughout its impressive 26-676mm (equivalent) zoom range.
So how does the Z981 stack up amongst other superzoom cameras? Read on to find out. [Read more…]
These Canon and Nikon lens mugs have been popping up occasionally since the 2010 Winter Olympics. They’ve generally been hit or miss on finding what you want in stock, and prices have been rather steep.
I just ordered a Canon 24-105mm mug from 100 Milligrams for $19.50. Not bad at all.
Here’s the links to the different lenses over at 100 Milligrams:
B&H Photo has a solid deal on some refurbished Nikon P100 cameras for $299.95. These normally go for around $400, so we’re talking about some pretty solid savings here.
You can find the Nikon P100 refurb deal here on B&H Photo.
National Geographic freelancer Steven Alvarez mentioned on his blog that he’s heard reports Canon has been field testing some 1Ds Mark IV cameras. Nothing specific though. So, just consider this a public service announcement.
Perhaps we’ll see a 1Ds Mark IV by Photokina 2010 to replace the aging Canon 1Ds Mark III, which has hit the bargain basement price of about $6100.
So, you think those slow motion videos from the Casio EX-FH100 are cool at 240 fps? Check out these video featuring a series of lighting strikes at much higher frame rates. For instance, the above video was captured at 9000 fps. [Read more…]
Let’s take a break from the gear for a few minutes and enjoy another round of reader photos from the Photography Bay Flickr Group. [Read more…]
Right now, you can get the Panasonic G1 with a kit lens for $499 at Amazon while supplies last.
It’s in the $600 or so range elsewhere. The G1 is the predecessor to the new G2 (it’s over $700 now). But even though this is last year’s model, it’s still a solid deal on a well-performing mirrorless camera.
Here’s the product link to the G1 again.
Sony Alpha Rumors claims to have a solid tip on the names and specs of the upcoming Sony Alpha DSLRs to be announced in August. The new, mid-range DSLRs are rumored to include 14MP and 16MP sensors, with additional specs provided below. [Read more…]