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Olympus XZ-1

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The Olympus XZ-1 is a 10MP point and shoot camera with 4x optical zoom lens and a retro-inspired style. The 4x zoom lens provides a 35mm equivalent zoom range of 28-112mm and a bright f/1.8 aperture at the wide end.

The XZ-1 can capture 720p HD video at 30 fps and RAW-format still images.  The camera features a sensor-shift image stabilization system, with electronic image stabilization applied during video capture.  The XZ-1 also sports a 3-inch OLED monitor with a high 614k resolution.

The Olympus XZ-1 should be available in January 2011 at an initial retail price of $499.99.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

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

 

Olympus E-PL2

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The Olympus E-PL2 was announced earlier this week at CES 2011.  As the name suggests, the Micro Four Thirds format E-PL2 is a follow-up to the popular E-PL1.

The E-PL2 features a 12.3MP sensor, max sensitivity of ISO 6400, 3-inch LCD (460k dot resolution) and Olympus’ signature Art Filters for creative photo processing in-camera.  The  E-PL2 should be available in January 2011 and ships with a 14-42mm kit lens for $599.99.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

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

Sony Cyber-shot W510, W530, W560, W570, T110 and H70

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At CES 2011, Sony announced updates to its W, H and T-series Cyber-shot series cameras.

Sony Cyber-shot W570 Key Features

  • 16.1MP Sensor
  • 720p Video Capture
  • 5x Optical Zoom w/ Image Stabilization
  • 2.7-inch LCD
  • Sweep Panorama
  • $180 Retail Price – Availability

Sony Cyber-shot W560 Key Features

  • 14.1MP Sensor
  • 720p Video Capture
  • 4x Optical Zoom w/ Image Stabilization
  • 3-inch LCD
  • Sweep Panorama
  • $160 Retail Price – Availability

Sony Cyber-shot W530 Key Features

  • 14.1MP Sensor
  • 4x Optical Zoom w/ Image Stabilization
  • 2.7-inch LCD
  • Sweep Panorama
  • $130 Retail Price – Availability

Sony Cyber-shot W510 Key Features

  • 12.1MP Sensor
  • 4x Optical Zoom w/ Image Stabilization
  • 2.7-inch LCD
  • Sweep Panorama
  • $110 Retail Price – Availability

Sony Cyber-shot T110 Key Features

  • 16.1MP Sensor
  • 720p Video Capture
  • 4x Optical Zoom w/ Image Stabilization
  • 3-inch Touchscreen LCD
  • Sweep Panorama
  • $230 Retail Price – Availability

Sony Cyber-shot H70 Key Features

  • 16.1MP Sensor
  • 720p Video Capture
  • 10x Optical Zoom w/ Image Stabilization
  • Sweep Panorama
  • $230 Retail Price – Availability

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

Casio Exilim EX-ZS10 and EX-ZS5

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The Casio EX-ZS10 and EX-ZS5 are a pair of compact cameras for the budget-oriented shooter.  Both cameras feature a 14.1MP sensor and a 5x optical zoom lens.  The EX-ZS10 adds 720p HD video capture.

The EX-ZS10 should be available in March 2011 at an initial retail price of $119.99. Check availability on Amazon.com.

The EX-ZS5 should be available in March 2011 at an initial retail price of $99.99.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

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

Canon PowerShot A3300 IS, A2200, A1200 and A800

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The Canon PowerShot A3300 IS, A2200, A1200 and A800 are Canon’s latest round of budget-oriented compact cameras.

Canon PowerShot A3300 IS Key Features

  • 16MP Sensor
  • 720p HD Video Capture
  • 5x Optical Zoom Lens (28-140mm equivalent)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 3-inch LCD

The PowerShot A3300 IS should be available in late February at an initial retail price of $179.99.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

Canon PowerShot A2200 Key Features

  • 14.1MP Sensor
  • 720p HD Video Capture
  • 4x Optical Zoom Lens (28-112mm equivalent)
  • 2.7-inch LCD

The PowerShot A2200 should be available in early March at an initial retail price of $139.99.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

Canon PowerShort A1200 Key Features

  • 12.1MP Sensor
  • 720p HD Video Capture
  • 4x Optical Zoom Lens (28-112mm equivalent)
  • 2.7-inch LCD
  • AA Battery-powered

The PowerShot A1200 should be available in early March at an initial retail price of $109.99.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

Canon PowerShot A800 Key Features

  • 10MP Sensor
  • 3.3x Optical Zoom Lens (37-112mm equivalent)
  • 2.5-inch LCD
  • AA Battery-powered

The PowerShot A800 should be available in mid-February at an initial retail price of $89.99.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

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

Fuji FinePix HS20EXR

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The Fuji HS20EXR is a follow up to the popular Fuji HS10.  The HS20EXR features a whopping 30x zoom lens (24mm-720mm equivalent) and a 16MP CMOS sensor.  The HS20 also packs a 3-inch tilting LCD and an electronic viewfinder.  The HS20 can capture photos in RAW format.

In addition to capturing photos, the HS20 can capture 1080p HD video, and features a high-speed movie capture at 320fps.  For those wishing to add an external flash to the hot shoe, the HS20 now features TTL metering for auto-flash performance (unlike the HS10 which only triggered a “dumb” flash).  Fuji currently offers two compatible hot shoe flash for TTL metering with the HS20.

The HS20EXR is powered by AA batteries and will be available in March 2011 at an initial retail price of $499.95.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

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

Fuji FinePix XP30 and XP20

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The Fuji XP30 and XP20 are rugged cameras introduced at CES 2011.  Both cameras have a 14MP sensor, a 5x optical zoom and are waterproof, shockproof, freezeproof and dustproof.  The XP30 adds GPS Geo-tagging to mix.

The FinePix XP20 should be available late March 2011 at an initial retail price of $199.95.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

The FinePix XP30 will be available in mid-February 2011 at an initial retail price of $239.95.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

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

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 T200 and T300

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The Fuji FinePix T200 and T300 are a pair of compact 14MP cameras introduced at CES 2011.  Both cameras feature a 10x optical zoom lens (28-280mm equivalent) with image stabilization and can capture 720p HD video.  The T300 has a 3-inch LCD, while the T200 sports a 2.7″ LCD.

The FinePix T200 should be available March 2011 at an initial retail price of $179.95. Check availability on Amazon.com.

The FinePix T300 should be available in April 2011 at an initial retail price of $199.95.  Check availability on Amazon.com.

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