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Panasonic Lumix GH2 Announced

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The Panasonic GH2 is the follow-up camera to the popular GH1.

The GH2 is built on the same Micro Four Thirds standard as all recent Lumix interchangeable lens cameras.  The GH2 features a 16MP sensor and offers an impressive sensitivity range of ISO 160-12800.

The GH2 will capture 1080p video at 24 fps in AVCHD format and records stereo audio on-camera, along with the ability to plug in an external mic.

The Panasonic GH2 should be available in December 2010 at an initial retail price of $1499.95 with a 14-140mm lens, or $999.95 with a 14-42mm kit lens.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

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

 

Pentax K-5 Announced

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The Pentax K-5 is a 16.3MP DSLR geared toward the enthusiast photographer and looks to compete directly with the Canon 7D and Nikon D300s.  The K-5 features 7 fps still image frame rate, ISO 80-51200 (w/ expansion) and 1080p HD video capture at 25 fps.

The Pentax K-5 should be available in October 2010 at an initial retail price of $1599.95 for body only and $1749.95 with an 18-55mm kit lens.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

Pentax K-5 Key Features

  • 16.3MP CMOS Sensor
  • 7 fps frame rate
  • ISO 80-12800 (expandable to ISO equivalent 51200)
  • 1080p video at 25 fps
  • Built-in Sensor-based Image Stabilization
  • 3-inch 921k dot res LCD
  • 0.92x Magnification VF w/ 100% Coverage
  • External Audio Mini Plug
  • 11-point AF System
  • In-Camera HDR
  • Magnesium Alloy Body (same as K-7)
  • HDMI Out
  • SDXC Memory Card Compatibility

Alongside the new K-5, Pentax has also announced a new 18-135mm lens, which should be available in October 2010 at an initial retail price of $529.95.

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

Casio EXILIM EX-H20G Announced

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The Casio EX-H20G is a 14.1MP point and shoot camera that offers a hybrid GPS function, enabling users to capture geotagging info while indoors.  To accomplish this task, the H20G stores last known GPS info in the built-in maps within the camera and uses this info to tag images while indoors until the camera can obtain a GPS signal again.

The EX-H20G also features a 10x optical zoom lens and captures 720p HD video.  The EX-H20G should be available in November 2010 at an initial retail price of $349.99. Check availability on Amazon.com.

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

Casio EXILIM EX-Z16

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The Casio EX-Z16 is a 12MP, budget-oriented camera.  The Z16 features a 3x optical zoom, 2.7″ LCD screen and the ability to capture SD video, along with YouTube uploader software.

The Z16 should be available in September 2010 at an initial retail price of $99.99.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

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

Fuji FinePix X100 Announced

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The Fuji FinePix X100 is a point and shoot camera with a 12MP DSLR-sized sensor.  The Fuji X100 features a 23mm f/2 lens, which is equivalent to a 35mm field of view on a full frame camera.

Additionally, the X100 captures 720p video and includes a hot shoe for external flashes when the built-in flash doesn’t cut it.  A hybrid viewfinder allows you to switch between optical and electronic viewing options.

The new X100 should be available in early 2011.

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

Nikon D7000 Announced

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The Nikon D7000 is the successor to the very popular Nikon D90.

The D7000 features a 16.2MP sensor, a 39-point AF system and a large sensitivity range covering ISO 100-25,600.  Additionally, the D7000 can capture 1080p HD video at 24 fps, or 720p video at either 24 or 30 fps.

The Nikon D7000 should be available in October 2010 at an initial retail price of $1199.95.  A kit version of the D7000 packaged with an 18-105mm kits lens will also be available for $1499.95.

Check on Nikon D7000 availability below.

Nikon D7000 (body only)

Nikon D7000 (w/ 18-105mm lens)

Nikon D7000 Key Features

  • 16.2 megapixel CMOS sensor
  • 39 point AF system
  • 2016 pixel RGB sensor/ Scene Recognition system
  • 6 fps for 100 frame burst
  • 1080p (24 fps) / 720p (24 or 30 fps) HD video
  • Full time AF with video and live view
  • ISO 100-6400, expandable to 25,600
  • Magnesium alloy top and rear for durability
  • Accepts AF and AF-S lenses
  • Dual SD card slots

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

Nikon SB-700 Speedlight

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Along with the new D7000, Nikon has announced a new Speedlight, the SB-700.

The Nikon SB-700 Speedlight looks to be sort of an SB-900 Jr., with the ability to use it as a Commander or Speedlight Remote in Nikon’s Creative Lighting System.   The SB-700 offers a number of other improvements over the SB-600, which make it appear to be a reasonable alternative to the Nikon SB-900.

The Nikon SB-700 should be available in November 2010 at an initial retail price of $329.95.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

There are plenty more details about this new Speedlight in the press release below. [Read more…]