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Pentax K-7 Reviews and Resources

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The Pentax K-7 is a 14.6 megapixel DSLR, which features HD video capturing capabilities and a unique HDR mode, which produces one composite image from a series of 3 bracketed exposures.

The K-7 is a crop-sensor camera, which means it produces an angle of view of 1.5x the focal length of lenses as compared to a 35mm or full frame camera.  For example, a 300mm lens has the appearance of a 450mm lens as a result of the “crop factor”.

Pentax K-7 Availability

Amazon.com

Adorama

B&H Photo

Pentax K-7 Key Features

  • 14.6 megapixel CMOS sensor
  • Sensor-based Shake Reduction
  • Magnesium alloy body
  • 77-segment metering system
  • 5.2 frames per second
  • HD Movie capture at 720p
  • Dedicated AF-assist lamp
  • Electronic Level function
  • HDR image capture mode

Pentax K-7 Resources

Firmware Updates

Pentax K-7 Reviews

Alpha Mount World

Photocrati

Let’s Go Digital

Cnet UK

Imaging Resource

PhotographyBLOG

ePhotozine

Wired

Photography Press

OK Pentax (hands-on review)

Demystifying Digital (hands-on review)

 

Olympus E-620 Review at Digital Camera Review

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DCR has posted a review of the Olympus E-620.

Even in an industry where we’re used to derivative models and trickle-down technology, the E-620 impressed with just how closely its performance – from shooting speed to image quality – aligned with what we saw from the much more expensive parent model.

For more news and reviews, check out Photography Bay’s Olympus E-620 Reviews and Resources.

Panasonic Lumix ZS3 Review at Steve’s Digicams

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Steve’s Digicams has posted a review of the Panasonic Lumix ZS3.

Our indoor image samples show the same great exposure and color, as well as a crisp image from edge to edge. ISO 400 is the first time noise appears in the image. Even then, the level is acceptable and will not be noticed in prints of 8×10 or larger.

For more news and reviews, see Photography Bay’s Panasonic Lumix ZS3 Reviews and Resources.

Canon EOS Rebel T1i Review at DP Interface

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DP Interface has posted a review of the Canon Rebel T1i.

Image quality produced by the Rebel T1i aka EOS 500D was very good with low noise, good color accuracy and detailed photos. Everything’s pretty good with just one main issue: the 15 megapixel sensor mercilessly shows flaws and softness of lower-grade lenses…

For more news and reviews, see Photography Bay’s Canon Rebel T1i Reviews and Resources.

Casio Exilim Pro EX-F1 Review at Ubergizmo

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Ubergizmo has posted a review of the Casio Exilim Pro EX-F1.

Casio’s Exilim EX-F1 is – no doubt – a very innovative camera that offers a true feat of engineering: Capturing up to 60 fullsize frames in the blink of an eye can deliver stunning pictures that would otherwise be impossible to take.

For more news and reviews, check out Photography Bay’s Casio Exilim Pro EX-F1 Reviews and Resources.

Nikon D5000 vs. Canon Rebel T1i – ISO Comparison

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The new Nikon D5000 and Canon Rebel T1i have stirred quite the fuss with their solid specs and entry-level price tags.  The prior generation cameras from the Nikon and Canon camps were capable performers.  The Rebel XSi (aka 450D) and the Nikon D60 rang in at 12.2 megapixels and 10.2 megapixels, respectively.

The Nikon D5000 features the same 12.3 megapixel sensor found in the Nikon D90, while the Canon Rebel T1i packs in 15.1 megapixels, which is similar to or the same as the sensor found in the Canon 50D.  Kudos to both Nikon and Canon for staying lean on megapixels, relatively speaking.

As for sensitivity, both Nikon and Canon have extended the range.  The Nikon D5000 features ISO 100-6400 range, while the Canon Rebel T1i covers a range of ISO 100-12800 for an extra stop on the high end.  Both of these numbers reflect the ISO expansion features.

I’ve been shooting with both cameras side by side for a couple of days now and nabbed a few handheld shots of some orange roses, up close and under a mix of incandescent and indirect sunlight.  The flowers were on my kitchen counter next to a window.  This is hardly a scientific comparison, but I think is a fair representation of real world ISO performance.  Additionally, you will get some taste of the stabilization capabilities of each of the lenses that come in the respective kits for the Canon and Nikon shooters.

Below you’ll find the entire quick and dirty ISO comparison throughout the range of ISOs available for both these cameras. [Read more…]