Digital Camera News, Reviews and Tips
Many recent camera models feature “tips” or “suggestions” on shooting modes and camera operation. Nikon filed a patent application in June 2011 that shows off more of these kind of helpful hints.
I don’t know that these new warnings and suggestions indicated in the patent offer much more than what we already see in the latest entry-level DSLRs. However, it got me to thinking about what would be good ideas to implement in these tips or guide modes. [Read more…]
Video compression and semiconductor company, Ambarella, has developed new system on chip that offers impressive image processing specs, which include 1080/60p video capture as well as 16MP 30fps still image capture.
Additional specs include built-in HDR processing, low power consumption and smart phone tethering.
Check out Ambarella’s press release below for full details on the A7L chip. [Read more…]
Nikon has spoken. It is coming in roughly 44 hours. [Read more…]
What would you say about a lower resolution full-frame camera from Canon? Something more like the 12MP of the original 5D, but with improved noise handling of the newer DSLRs? Hmm…
Sounds good, eh? [Read more…]
Ricoh’s president was recently quoted saying that “Ricoh will offer characteristic compact cameras under its own label, while trying to bring the Pentax brand on par with Nikon Corp. and Canon Inc. in interchangeable-lens cameras.” While we have no specs or details on what the camera will be like, the source article notes that it would not necessarily be an expansion of the recently-announced Pentax Q system, but rather a more prosumer offering with a larger image sensor.
Of course, the Pentax reference comes from recent news that Ricoh is acquiring the company, effective October 1.
[Rice High via 1001 Noisy Cameras]
Someone left me a comment with a link featuring the above Nikon mirrorless camera image. I can’t say whether its an official image of the coming Nikon V1 or J1; however, it looks pretty consistent with past specs and mockups that we’ve seen. [Read more…]
Canon sent out a customer survey this week, asking questions about mirrorless cameras. If Canon is just now taking surveys for mirrorless camera options, what does that mean about serious product announcements?
Check out the questions below. [Read more…]
Canon announced the PowerShot S100 and SX40 HS today, both of which feature a new DIGIC 5 image processor. The S100 serves as a replacement for the S95, while the SX40 HS replaces the SX30 IS. [Read more…]
Ricoh has unveiled its GR Digital IV, which features a 10MP and a 28mm f/1.9 fixed lens. The Ricoh GR Digital IV adds sensor-shift image stabilization over its predecessor, the GR Digital III.
Additional features include a 3-inch 1.23 million dot resolution LCD, an improved image processor and quicker autofocus. A special edition, white model will be available in a total of 10,000 units.
No word yet on price or release dates. Check availability on Amazon.com.
More details and images below. [Read more…]
The long-rumored Nikon mirrorless camera system appears to be getting an F-mount lens adapter that will communicate AF info to drive the built-in motors in Nikon AF-S and AF-I lenses. [Read more…]