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Fuji FinePix S2950, S3200 and S4000

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The Fuji FinePix S2950, S3200 and S4000 are 14MP superzoom cameras that were introduced at CES 2011. The cameras feature 18x, 24x and 30x zoom lenses, respectively.  All three cameras offer 720p video capture and image tagging for social networking functionality.

The FinePix S2950 should be available in January 2011 at an initial retail price of $229.95. Check availability at Amazon.com.

The FinePix S3200 should be available in February 2011 at an initial retail price of $249.95.  Check availability at Amazon.com.

The FinePix S4000 should be available in March 2011 at an initial retail price of $279.95.  Check availability at Amazon.com.

More details in the press release below. [Read more…]

 

Fuji FinePix AV200, AX300 and JV200

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The Fuji FinePix AV200, AX300 and JV200 are a trio of budget cameras introduced at CES 2011.  All three cameras feature a 14MP image sensor and can capture 720p HD video.  The AV200 and AX300 feature a 3x optical zoom lens, while the JV200 offers a 5x optical zoom.

The AV200 should be available in February 2011 at an initial retail price of $89.95.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

The AX300 should be available in February 2011 at an initial retail price of $99.95.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

The JV200 should be available in February 2011 at an initial retail price of $109.95.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

More details in the press release below. [Read more…]

The First RED EPIC Stolen, RED Offers $100k Reward

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Remember when the first RED EPIC that shipped out to a customer a couple weeks ago?

Well, it was stolen.

Someone broke into Mark Pederson’s chalet while he was vacationing in France and stole the only EPIC-M that’s gone out the door to a customer.  Jim Jannard is offering $100,000 to the camera’s safe return and the conviction of the thieves. [Read more…]

Nikon DSLR Rebates for December 2010

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Nikon has refreshed and extended its DSLR and lens rebates through the remainder of the holidays.  Cameras included in the rebates are now the Nikon D3000, the new D3100, D90, D300s and the D700.

Up to $400 in rebates are available when purchased with qualifying lenses.  B&H Photo has the complete rundown on qualifying DSLR and lens combos here.

Cyber Monday Camera and Photo Gear Deals

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For those unwilling to brave the crowded chaos on Black Friday, plenty of deals are to be had on Cyber Monday (the first Monday after Thanksgiving for anyone who doesn’t know).  There are several deals already sneaking out, with more to come through Cyber Monday (So, stay tuned).

Below, you’ll find a rolling rundown of camera and photo gear deals from trustworthy (i.e., places I shop) online retailers. [Read more…]

Sanyo Xacti VPC-CA102 Waterproof Dual Camera Review

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The Sanyo VPC-CA102 Xacti Dual Camera is capable of producing decent quality HD video and has still capture capability grabbing 14MP images at the press of a button. What sets the model VPC-CA102 apart from the the other Xacti cameras and many from other manufacturers in the class is the waterproof, sport camera design . What’s great about being waterproof is not just the ability to submerge the camera in water, but to keep on shooting when the rain comes or those moments when your child learns to swim and that moment can be captured while your right there in the water too.

Read the full review over at Tech Tilt: Sanyo Xacti VPC-CA102 Waterproof Dual Camera Review

Think Tank Photo Urban Disguise V2.0

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Think Tank Photo has updated its Urban Disguise series of should bags to a version 2.0.  The new Urban Disguise series is designed for pro DSLR gear, along with laptop compartments on some of the models.

The new Urban Disguise series should be available in early October.  Check availability on Think Tank Photo’s website.

More details in the press release below. [Read more…]

Think Tank Photo Digital Holsters V2.0

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Think Tank Photo has announced redesigned versions of its popular digital holster bags.  The new Digital Holsters are available in 5 sizes and feature a built-in side attachment system to work with Modular, Skin or Multimedia components.

The new Digital Holsters should be available in early October.  Check availability on Think Tank Photo’s website.

More details in the press release below. [Read more…]