Digital Camera News, Reviews and Tips
The Panasonic LUMIX DMC-FS7 and DMC-FS15 are two new compact point and shoot cameras. The FS7 features a 10.1 megapixel sensor and 4x optical zoom. The FS15 has a 12.1 megapixel sensor and a 5x optical zoom. They are priced at $159.95 and $199.95, respectively.
More details in the press release below. [Read more…]
The Panasonic LUMIX DMC-LS85 is a new, affordable point and shoot camera, which features an 8.1 megapixel sensor and 4x optical zoom. The LS85 operates on AA batteries and carries a retail price of $119.95.
More details in the press release below. [Read more…]
Thom Hogan has posted a review of the Nikon D3x.
As I’ve written above, the D3x is probably the best DSLR in terms of image quality so far. But the problem is value. There simply isn’t US$5700 worth of value in a D3x over a D700.
For more news and reviews, visit Photography Bay’s Nikon D3x Reviews and Resources.
Acme Made has announced a few new camera cases that I think my wife would call chic. Unforntunately (or, or fortunately – depending on how you see it), I’m not a big judge of fashion. However, when my wife saw the new SLIP Pouch from Acme Made, she made cooing noises that I generally associate with trips to the mall. I took this as a positive opinion on her behalf.
These new cases are surprisingly affordable and will be available in March 2009.
Gentlemen, I would not be caught carrying one of these camera cases; however, you may be otherwise inclined – or, perhaps, like me, you should pick one up for your better half.
Ladies, please judge accordingly in the comments.
More details and images, which were pulled from Acme Made’s press sheet, appear below. [Read more…]
Photo Induced has published a review of the Canon G10.
Solid, beautiful digital files, even as the Canon RAW format has been incorporated into the most popular photo editing software.
For the latest news and reviews, see Photography Bay’s Canon G10 Reviews and Resources.
PhotographyBLOG has published a review of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX150.
We’d even go so far as to suggest this has to be one of the best options for the more discerning photographer who doesn’t want to kart around a DSLR or a more compact bridge camera on nights out or the occasional day trip.
Digital Camera Review has posted a review of Canon PowerShot SD990 IS.
Premium construction and a few crucial upgrades aside, it’s a back-to-basics ultracompact that serves up straightforward performance that’s easy to manage.
Moose Peterson has posted his first impressions of some time well spent with the Nikon D3x.
Final images from the D3x…freakin stunning!!!! D3x is for everyone…NOT freakin even! Does Moose love it? Final file, hell yeah!
For more news and reviews, visit Photography Bay’s Nikon D3x Reviews and Resources.
Today, Sigma announced a new super-range zoom lens, the 18-250mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM. The new Sigma 18-250mm F3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM will be available in March 2009 in Canon, Nikon, Pentax, Sony and Sigma mounts.
The combination of optical stabilization (OSM) and the hypersonic motor (HSM) makes this lens very attractive as a consumer-level all purpose lens. In my opinion, Canon really botched the opportunity to make solid super-zoom lens with its new EF-S 18-200mm IS lens by failing to put a USM motor inside it, which has resulted in a slower and noiser autofocus. If the price is right, perhaps this Sigma 18-250mm lens can fill that void with a fast focus speed and optical stabilization.
Sigma 18-250mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM IF Lens for Canon Digital SLR Cameras
Sigma 18-250mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM IF Lens for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras
Sigma 18-250mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM IF Lens for Sony Digital SLR Cameras
Sigma 18-250mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM IF Lens for Pentax Digital SLR Cameras
Sigma 18-250mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM IF Lens for Sigma Digital SLR Cameras
More details in the press release below. [Read more…]
Canon has replaced its PowerShot A470 with the new PowerShot A480. The A480 features a 10 megapixel sensor and 3.3x optical zoom. It is situated as a lower-end consumer grade point and shoot camera that’s no frills and comes with a reasonable price. No word on US price yet, but the A470 that is replaces is $81.95 at Amazon.com right now, and it came to market at $99.95 I believe.
It has no image stabilization and comes with the standard bells and whistles like face detection autofocus. The A480 is powered by AA batteries (a good thing in my opinion).
See the following press release for more details. [Read more…]