New Nikon D600 Full-Frame Compact HDSLR Camera

Nikon Announces the D600 DSLR—a Powerful Compact Full-Frame HD-SLR - B&H Photo Video will be one of the first retailers to stock the new Nikon D600 Full-Frame HDSLR camera, designed to meet the needs of photography enthusiasts who demand outstanding performance and reliability, and unparalleled levels of control, speed, and accuracy.

B&H Photo Video will be one of the first retailers to stock the new Nikon D600 DSLR camera, designed to meet the needs of passionate photographers who seek exceptional full-frame, high-resolution performance. For the first time ever, that level of performance is available in a compact, affordable HDSLR.

FX-quality images and HD videos
The D600 is Nikon’s most compact full-frame HD-SLR incorporates a 24.3 megapixel FX-format CMOS sensor that captures every detail with lifelike sharpness. EXPEED 3 processing system manages all that data with remarkable speed and accuracy, enabling up to 5.5 fps continuous shooting at full resolution. And the low-light performance synonymous with Nikon is again proven deserved—shoot crystal clear images from ISO 100 to 6400, expandable down to 50 and up to 25600 for extreme situations.

Flawless metering and Onboard Intelligence
Nikon D600’s 2,016 pixel RGB sensor evaluates every scene, taking into account brightness, contrast, subject distance and the scene colors and is referenced against an onboard image database for consistently accurate AE, auto white balance, i-TTL flash and subject tracking autofocus performance.

The Nikon D600 camera details 39 focus points with wide-area AF coverage offer endless compositional possibilities. 9 cross-type sensors and 7 center focus points work all the way down to f/8 for extended AF functionality with teleconverters and long-reach lenses. When shooting photos or HD video in Live View, Nikon’s responsive contrast-detect AF activities for accurate full time auto focusing.

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Latest Canon G1X Powerful Fixed Lens G-Series Camera

Canon Announces the G1X -- a More Powerful Fixed Lens Camera - B&H Photo is excited to share with photo enthusiasts the release of the latest exciting G-Series camera from Canon—the G1X— which features a host of updates and improvements for shooting stills and video that will enthuse serious amateurs alike.

B&H Photo is excited to share with photo enthusiasts the release of the latest Canon G1X Fixed Lens Camera.

The new Canon G1X replaces the PowerShot G12, and offers improvements and advanced technologies that make this camera behave like it’s much larger than it really is. The compact G1 X is armed with a new 1.5-inch High Sensitivity CMOS sensor, which is larger than a 4/3" sensor, and nearly as big as the APS-C-sized sensors found in professional DSLRs. This gives one a light-sensitive area which is nearly 6.3 times larger than the last generation of G-Series digital cameras, and delivers a quality level that’s unheard of in a compact, pocket-friendly camera.

The shooting and photo effects in the G1X stretch the photographer's creativity. A brief sampling of modes includes: Custom, Portrait, Landscape, Sports, Handheld Night Scene, Program (and all his friends: Shutter-Priority, Aperture-Priority, the aforementioned manual, etc.), Super Vivid, Nostalgic, Toy Camera Effect, Monochrome, Poster Effect, and then some.

Another interesting feature is the Movie Digest which allows one to create a video of highlights from a day of shooting. When Movie Digest is on the camera will automatically record a short video clip (up to 4 seconds) every time one shoots a still image. The entire day's worth of clips will be automatically combined into a single video. Of course, the High Dynamic Range shooting mode takes a number of shots to ensure one will get a photo that works - one underexposed, one overexposed, and one normal. All three are combined for an image that is balanced and evenly detailed with flattering shadows and highlights.

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Sony Announces Latest Innovative Powerful DSLR Cameras

Sony Announces New Innovative Powerful DSLRs, B&H Photo First to Release Camera Information - Sony has announced new innovative DSLR cameras that feature fixed translucent mirrors, enabling exceptionally high-definition stills and video with zero image black-out, full-time phase-detection autofocus for stills and video, with full manual focus and exposure overrides.

Sony has announced three unique 24.3MP APS-C format cameras: the Sony alpha SLT-A77, SLT-A65 and NEX-7. Sony’s new alpha SLT-A77 and SLT-A65 are second-generation DSLRs that feature fixed translucent mirrors, which makes it possible to shoot exceptionally high-definition stills and video with zero image black-out, full-time phase-detection autofocus for stills and video, with full manual focus and exposure overrides. B&H Photo is the first to release camera information.

The top gun among the three cameras is the Sony alpha SLT-A77, a burly, weatherproof magnesium-alloy DSLR that—in addition to JPEG and RAW capture (up to 12 frames per second)—can also capture HD AVCHD 60p/60i/24p video, including uninterrupted sequences of up to 29 minutes in length. Other features found on the SLT-A77 include a 19-point / 11-cross AF system; ISO sensitivity levels up to 16,000; a built-in GPS for geotagging; Auto HDR and Dynamic Range Optimizer (DRO); dual memory card slots (SD/SDHC/SDXC & Memory Stick PRO Duo & PRO-HG Duo); 1200-zone evaluative exposure metering; shutter-lag times as short as 0.05 second; and up to 530 exposures per charge.

The viewing system on Sony’s new top-gun SLT consists of a 3.0”, 921,000-dot hi-def, three-way tilt/swivel LCD that maintains alignment of the LCD and lens; and the world’s first 2,359,000-dot OLED electronic viewfinder (EVF), which enables clarity that simply blows away any other EVF in its class.

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Digital Cameras Still a Top Device for Taking Photos

Digital Camera Still Top Device for Taking Pictures, According to The NPD Group - Mobile Phones Come in a Close Second - While mobile phones continue to increase share of voice and share of image capture, the dedicated camera remains the image capture device of choice by most consumers, according to leading market research company The NPD Group’s December 2010 Imaging Confluence Study.

The device with the largest percentage of all photos taken was the digital still camera, at 51 percent. Close behind, however, was the mobile phone, at 42 percent. Demographics play a factor in which device consumers choose for image capture. 13-17 year olds reported taking 54 percent of their photos with a mobile phone and 36 percent with a camera, while Moms reported taking 40 percent of their photos with a mobile phone and 55 percent with a camera.

As more devices are capable of both still and video capture, the usage pattern for video also skews towards cameras. There was nearly an even split among amount of video captured on mobile phone versus camera, at 35 percent phone / 34 percent camera. Only 27 percent of video was reported being recorded on either a traditional or pocket camcorder.

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Panoramic Cutting Edge 360-Degree Video Capture Technology to Masses

Panoramic Video Leader Kogeto Announces Strategic Alliance with EyeSee360 - Panoramic video innovators Kogeto and EyeSee360 join forces to bring cutting edge 360-degree video capture technology to the masses.

Kogeto, LLC, manufacturer of the world’s most advanced panoramic video cameras, is pleased to announce the establishment of a strategic alliance with EyeSee360, Inc., located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This alliance will offer both companies’ customers the unique combination of Kogeto’s hardware expertise and EyeSee360’s unparalleled excellence in panoramic software technologies.

The two companies will collaborate to develop best-in-class panoramic capture devices, with Kogeto manufacturing hardware while EyeSee360 provides software. The two companies will collaborate on all future product development.

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Nikon D7000 DSLR Digital Camera - More Powerful DSLR

Nikon Announces the D7000 DSLR - a More Powerful DSLR: BandH Photo will be one of the first retailers to stock the new Nikon D7000 Digital SLR camera designed to meet the needs of ardent photographers who demand outstanding performance, reliability, and unparalleled levels of control and versatility in a compact form factor. Nikon is also introducing two ground-breaking lenses.

According to Nikon, the D7000 is engineered as an ideal balance of durability and functionality. It features a host of new enhancements and updated technologies, which results in spectacular photos and gorgeous full HD (1080p) movies. The D7000 contains a new 16.2 megapixel CMOS sensor with an unprecedented level of low-light ability in a DX-format (APS-C) camera. This is a camera that delivers superior image quality with low noise. The camera’s native ISO range of 100-6400 affords the versatility to photograph in challenging lighting conditions.

The new Expeed 2 image processing engine powers the enhanced performance of the D7000 along with a new 39-point autofocus (AF) system and pioneering 2,016 pixel RGB 3D Matrix Metering System to deliver amazing image quality in a variety of shooting conditions.

The Nikon D7000 DSLR
The Expeed 2 image processing system engine combined with a 14-bit Analog/Digital conversion brings a new level of even tonal gradations while managing color, contrast, exposure, and noise resulting in brilliant image quality. Expeed 2 also manages the D7000’s speedy 50-millisecond shutter response, lightning-fast AF speed, and rapid six frame-per-second burst speed for up to 100 images

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Pixavi Xcorder EX4000 Digital Camera for Harsh and Rugged Environments

Pixavi Launches Intrinsically Safe Digital Camera and Camcorder: The demand for a high quality, intrinsically safe camera / camcorder is very noticeable in the market today. Having brought ruggedized, Ex certified cameras to the worldwide market since 1999, Pixavi is now proud to present the ATEX and IECex Zone1 and Zone 2, Xcorder EX4000 camera to the market

The Pixavi Xcorder EX4000, a Zone 1 and Zone 2 certified camera and camcorder, brings to market a durable technology to customers within chemical plants, oil and gas installations, shipyards, mines, production environments and other areas, requiring strictly certified electronic equipment.

Featuring a high end CMOS sensor, with ability to capture 8 megapixel high quality still images, and record High Definition 720p video on to either internal memory storage or wirelessly to a network share, it is a perfect tool to be utilized in very harsh and rugged environments. Its excellent low light capability and the flash / video light makes it suitable for virtually any lighting conditions

Pixavi CEO/CTO, Christian Rokseth states: “We have seen the increasing demand for this type of product, evolving gradually over the last years. The market has been requesting a higher end Digital Still Image camera that also has HD video capabilities along with wireless features.

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Panasonic New Lumix TZ10 Digital Camera with Built-in GPS

Panasonic's Lumix TZ10 with Built-in GPS: The Traveler's Best Friend: GPS, 12x Optical Zoom and Quality Photos in a Compact Frame.

Panasonic's new line of cameras features some of the latest technological advances in digital camera photography, including 12x Optical Zoom, HD movie with audio, built in GPS, Intelligent Resolution Technology and Optical Image Stabilization. The compact frame of the Lumix-TZ10 provides a convenient travel-size camera with a number of features that can adapt to a wide-range of shooting needs. The "Travel Zoom" series features a 12.1-megapixel camera that is sure to capture memories in high-resolution quality.

New in this camera is a Built-in GPS feature that codes each picture or video with the location each image was taken, and allows you to organize your pictures by location – providing an easy reference for the jet-set traveler. With this GPS you'll never get your holidays mixed up again. The HD video feature is paired with Dolby Stereo sound, and, when used in conjunction with the software provided with the camera, videos can be easily burned to a DVD or uploaded to YouTube.

Standard in the Lumix cameras is the Intelligent Auto mode feature, which includes the Power Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) offering twice the shake-suppression power previously available. The OIS feature reduces blur when taking pictures from an unsteady platform or while using the 12x-optical zoom. The OIS compensates for low-frequency vibrations and ensures quality pictures under a variety of shooting situations.

For the photographer who likes to adjust things manually, the Lumix TZ10 also offers a manual exposure mode that allows

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New Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 Point-and-Shoot DSLR Quality Camera

The Lumix DMC-G2: DSLR Quality and Versatility with Point-and-Shoot Convenience

With Unique Touch-Screen Technology, the New Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 Offers SLR Quality and Flexibility in the World's Smallest and Lightest System Camera

Featuring the world's first touch-control shooting system, Panasonic's Lumix DMC-G2 offers a host of new features that expand upon the features of the previous Lumix G1 model. The highlight of this new model is the three-inch free-angle LCD touch-screen that provides an easy-to-use, one-of-a-kind user interface. The screen also features a full time Live View and high-speed contrast auto-focus system.

The Lumix DMC-G2, which resembles a small SLR camera, provides high-quality images in a compact, easy-to-use size with Intelligent Auto. The Lumix G2 maintains the versatility and capability of a point-and-shoot camera that consistently captures quality images without worrying about adjusting aperture and focus. The Lumix DMC-G2, the world’s smallest and lightest system camera, allows photographers of all ability levels to capture quality photographs and HD videos. With the integrated auto-focus system photographers can select a specific point-of-focus by simply touching the screen in the desired location. While in the manual operation mode aperture and shutter speed can be adjusted by simply moving the slider on the screen. In playback mode the touch-screen allows for easy scrolling and quick selection of images.

For users who are eager to learn DSLR systems the Lumix G2 offers an easy platform to

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Panasonic Giant Camera - Larger than Life Installations

Giant Camera Moves to London Victoria Train Station, the Last in Panasonic’s Series of Larger than Life Installations: A giant camera has been spending time in London train stations as part of Panasonic's 8 x Life campaign to promote their new digital camera, the Lumix DMC-ZX1. Tomorrow it will move to London Victoria. This larger than life installation follows in the footsteps of a giant pigeon, which provided a spectacle in Covent Garden, and five other giant sculptures around the UK.

A giant camera appeared in London Waterloo station last week, providing passers-by with a fun visual attraction whilst going about their day. And, rumour has it; it’s making its way to London Victoria station tonight.

The larger than life camera is the last in a series of objects which have been magnified and brought to life by Panasonic as part of their 8 x Life campaign to illustrate the powerful 8 x optical zoom lens of Panasonic’s new super compact digital camera (http://www.panasonic.co.uk/html/en_GB/Products/LUMIX+Digital+Cameras/Overview/287246/index.html), the Lumix DMC-ZX1.

The sculpture incorporates Panasonic’s 103” plasma TV (http://www.panasonic.co.uk/html/en_GB/Products/Viera+Flat+Screen+Televisions/Plasma+TVs/Plasma+overview/2525930/index.html) screen, posing as the camera’s LCD screen on the back of the camera. Displaying video footage of how the giant sized objects were built, as well as footage of all the objects in location on the plasma TV, the creation is so life-like you feel like you’re actually watching a home movie back on your digital camera!

A team of six artists spent five weeks creating the 3.6 metre high and 2 metre wide fibre glass digital camera installation, which began its journey in London Waterloo station on Thursday last week (19th November). The larger than life camera, which weighs 160kg, will now be entertaining commuters at London Victoria station from 26th-28th November before moving again to London Liverpool Street Station (3rd-5th December).

Mark Robinson, Head of Lumix Marketing at Panasonic, says: "We’ve received some fun and imaginative photos on our facebook page showcasing perspective resulting from our larger than life sculptures. We’re sure our giant sized camera will prove a popular past time for commuters and help to raise the profile of our 8x life campaign."

Users are invited to join in with Panasonic’s 8 x Life campaign by submitting their own photograph which showcases the fun that can be had with perspective. Entrants should visit the Panasonic Facebook Fan Page (http://www.facebook.com/8xlife) for the chance to win a trip to the 2010 Vancouver Olympic Winter Games!

Source: PRWeb

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Sanyo Xacti HD1000

Sanyo Xacti HD1000!!!
The new Sanyo Xacti HD1000 weighs only 9.5 ounces and has a total volume of only 16.6 cubic inches, making it the world’s smallest and lightest Full HD recording digital camcorder. It records video in the full high definition resolution of 1920 pixels by 1080 pixels. It incorporates advanced MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 video compression, enabling up to approximately 85 minutes of Full HD (1920 x 1080) video recording or up to five hours, 14 minutes of TV-quality (640 x 480) video recording onto an 8GB SDHC Memory Card.
Sanyo developed a new high-speed image processing engine to handle the high capacity demands of Full HD data. This engine utilizes Sanyo’s proprietary codec, enabling Full HD compatibility with the AVC/H.264 format, and makes it possible to do with one simple yet powerful chip the complex processing which previously required two separate chips.
It is new ergonomic designed for easy, one-handed operation with all key conveniently functions thumb-operable, the HD1000 is comfortable to hold, even for extended periods. As part of its stylish and thoughtful new design, the HD1000 also adds a distinctly useful feature frequently requested by users of previous Xacti camcorders — the ability to have the lens level with the ground when the device is used with a tripod.
Incorporating the latest high-definition CMOS sensor, the Sanyo Xacti HD1000 camcorder captures full 1080i high-definition video (1920×1080) at 60 frames-per-second. Designed to record the rich and vibrant colors of real life, the HD1000 also captures the subtle tones to provide a natural-looking result. The HD1000’s CMOS sensor provides the quick responsiveness needed to capture fast moving subjects and Sanyo’s noise reduction technology helps obtain the cleanest signal from each pixel.
The HD1000’s new “Xacti Library” feature makes it exceptionally easy to save video and image files by simply connecting the included USB cable from the docking station to an external hard disk drive. After connecting the docking station to an external hard drive and to a television (via an HDMI cable), the user places the camera into the docking station and — using the menu that appears on the television screen — can search through the thumbnails and choose either to play the file or save it to the external hard disk.
At the front of the HD1000 is a commanding 10x all-glass HD lens. The HD1000’s fast f/1.8-2.5 lens is capable of allowing almost four times more light through to assist in lower light venues. Consisting of eight groups and eleven total lenses with a built-in neutral density filter, the HD1000’s lens provides a spectacular field-of-view with a 38-380 mm range (35 mm equivalent). Combined with the 10x digital zoom, the HD1000 provides up to 100x total zooming capability.
The HD1000 features a large 2.7 inch widescreen Liquid Crystal Display (LCD). The display flips out from the camera and rotates up to 285 degrees on axis, allowing you to take great video or still images even from difficult-to-view positions, which is especially useful when shooting in large crowds or in small rooms.
High-definition can’t hide shaky or erratic camera movement. That’s why Sanyo’s HD1000 comes with a sophisticated image stabilizer for both stills and video. This handy feature operates in both wide-angle and telephoto modes, giving every shot a solid, professional-looking feel. For video-compatible anti-shake correction, Sanyo further developed the digital stabilizer based on previous proprietary image stabilizer technology, and advanced the technology to be more accurate in its correction, increasing the image area detection function. Also, Sanyo newly developed its proprietary “Superposition function” for higher still image quality. This function allows for clear pictures of the subject even when moving or rotation occurs.
The HD1000 includes a new “Face Chaser” function that automatically detects and isolates faces to assist the camera’s exposure and auto-focus. The HD1000 is capable of detecting up to 12 independent faces at a time.

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