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Fuji X100 Full Specs Released, Ships in March for $1200

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Fuji has made quite a show of its APS-C format, fixed lens X100 camera.  Today, Fuji dropped what should be its final press release on the X100, detailing availability, price and full spec list.

The 12.3MP Fuji X100 should be available in March 2011 at an initial retail price of $1199.95.  Check availability at B&H Photo and Amazon.com.

Check out additional photos, the press release and full specifications below. [Read more…]

Olympus SZ-10 18x Superzoom

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The Olympus SZ-10 is a 14MP superzoom camera, sporting a 18x optical zoom lens (28-504mm equivalent).   The SZ-10 also features a high resolution 3-inch LCD (460k-dot res) and captures 720p HD video.

Perhaps the biggest feature on the SZ-10 is the fact that it shrank from past superzoom models.  The camera is quite compact for your typical superzoom camera model, measuring only 1.5-inches thick.

The Olympus SZ-10 carries a retail price tag of $249.99 and should be available in March.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

Sony Opens E-Mount for Third-Party Lenses

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Sony has announced that it will be unlocking the keys to its popular NEX camera models (i.e., the E-mount specifications) and allow third-parties to develop lenses for the system.  What’s more, Sony won’t charge them a dime.

Given the initial popularity of cameras like the NEX-5 and NEX-VG10, I would expect to see plenty of lenses down the road from the likes of Sigma and others.  In fact, Sony is touting the endorsement of the move by Sigma, Zeiss, Cosina, and Tamron.

No specifics on what glass will be the first on store shelves, but my guess is that these guys already have stuff in progress.

Any Sony NEX owners out there with a wish-list of lenses from Zeiss, Sigma, etc.?

Pentax Announces Silver K-5 DSLR and Lenses

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Pentax has announced a limited edition of its K-5 DSLR, along with three prime lenses: (1)  the DA 12mm f/3.2 AL; (2) the DA 40mm f/2.8 and (3) the DA 70mm f/2.4.

The limited edition Pentax K-5 has a silver body and a revised grip.  It will cost $1700 for the body only and should be available in April.

Pentax has not provided info on the availability or pricing for the limited edition lenses (also silver in color) other than that they are TBA.

Pentax Optio WG-1 and WG-1 GPS

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Pentax has announced a new rugged camera model, the WG-1, and a GPS-capable version, aptly named the WG-1 GPS.

The new camera sports a 14MP sensor, 5x optical zoom (28-140mm equivalent), 720p HD video capture, and a 2.7-inch LCD.  Of course, as a rugged model, the WG-1 covers the standard “rugged” specs:  waterproof to 33 feet, shockproof to 5 feet, freezeproof to 14-degrees F and dustproof.

The WG-1 carries a retail price tag of $349.95, while the GPS-enabled model runs $399.95.  Both models should be available in April.  Check availability for the WG-1 at Amazon.com.

Samsung PL20 and ES80 Announced

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Samsung has announced a pair of budget-friendly compact cameras in the new PL20 and ES80.

The PL20 sports a 14MP sensor and 5x optical zoom lens (27-135mm equivalent).    The PL20 also captures 720p HD video at 24fps.  The Samsung PL20 should be available in March at an initial retail price of $119.99.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

The ES80 is a 12MP basic point and shoot camera with a 5x optical zoom lens (27-135mm equivalent).  The Samsung ES80 carries an initial retail price of $99.99 and should be available in April.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

More photos and specs for the cameras below. [Read more…]

Canon Rebel T3i and Rebel T3 Announced

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Canon has announced a pair of new entry-level DSLRs – the EOS Rebel T3i and EOS Rebel T3.

The Canon Rebel T3i features an 18MP CMOS sensor, a 3-inch vari-angle LCD (very similar to the 60D) and captures HD video in full 1920 x 1080 resolution at 24p, 25p, or 30p.  A new feature for EOS cameras, the T3i allows users to magnify HD video between 3x to 10x while retaining Full HD quality.  Additionally, you can opt to record video clips (dubbed “Video Snapshots”) at 2s, 4s, or 8s while capturing still images.

A big boost for the Rebel line is the T3i’s ability to control Canon Speedlites courtesy of a built-in Integrated Speedlite Transmitter.  The Canon Rebel T3i should be available in March and retails for $799.99 for body only and for $899.99 with the new EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II kit lens.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

The Canon Rebel T3 becomes the entry-level Canon Rebel, and sports a 12.2MP CMOS sensor, DIGIC 4 processor and 9-point AF system.  The Rebel T3 can also capture video, albeit at a lower 720p resolution.  The Canon Rebel T3 should be avialable in March at an initial retail price of $599.99.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

In addition to the new Rebel models, Canon has also introduced two new entry-level Speedlites – the 320EX and 270EX II, priced at $249.99 and $169.99, respectively.  The new Speedlites should be available in April.

More product photos and details below. [Read more…]

Canon PowerShot SX230 HS, ELPH 500 HS, ELPH 300 HS and ELPH 100 HS Announced

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The Canon PowerShot SX230 HS is a new 12.1MP camera that is powered by Canon’s DIGIC 4 processor.  The SX230 HS sports a 14x zoom lens (approx. 28-392mm equivalent) with image stabilization, along with a 3-inch LCD.  Additionally, the SX230 HS can capture 1080p HD video as well as super slow motion video.

The Canon PowerShot SX230 HS should be available in March at an initial retail price of $349.99.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

In addition to the SX230 HS, Canon has also announced several new PowerShot ELPH models – the ELPH 500 HS, ELPH 300 HS and ELPH 100 HS.

Lots of product shots and details on the new ELPH models below. [Read more…]