On the Market Digital Cameras
Fujifilm X-S1: The Bridge Camera, Reinvented
Fujifilm has announced the third camera in its X series line of collapsible-lens cameras with the 12.1-megapixel X-S1.One unique feature of this camera is its lighting mode options. Depending on lighting conditions, users can switch between four different modes (including auto). When users switch, the camera adjusts the performance of the sensor between high resolution and wide dynamic range...
Sony Releases High-Speed a57 TLM Camera
Tackling the market for faster frames per second, Sony's new α57 is a contender in the mid-range market with 12fps (when using a telezoom mode that drops resolution to 8.4-megapixels). Like its predecessor, the α55, this sibling has a 16.1-megapixel CMOS sensor and a 15-point cross-type autofocusing system. The α57 uses Sony's translucent mirror technology...
Canon's G1 X is First Large-Format Compact Camera
The G1 X is Canon's first compact camera to feature a large, 4:3 aspect, 14.3-megapixel CMOS sensor measuring 18.7mm x 14mm — similar in height to the APS-C sensors used in EOS DSLR models (for comparison, most compact cameras have sensors around 2/3 inch). This camera also uses Canon's new Digit 5 processors and has an ISO range from 100 to 12,800...
Leica Introduces All-in-One V-LUX 3
Leica has introduced the Leica V-LUX 3, a new compact digital camera with a DC Vario-Elmarit 4.5mm to 108mm, f/2.8, 5.2 ASPH, 24-fold, super-telephoto zoom lens. With a 12.1-megapixel CMOS image sensor, the V-LUX can shoot 1080p HD video at 60 fps. Also, the entire 24-fold zoom range is available, even in video mode. The only place where the resolution decreases....
Fujifilm Releases Long-Range Superzoom
One of the 19 cameras that Fujifilm announced at the beginning of the year, the FinePix HS30EXR is a higher-end, compact superzooms. Although not compatible with interchangeable lenses, the HS30EXR does offer some SLR-like features, including 16-megapixel resolution. Improving on previous models, the HS30EXR now comes with improved ISO capabilities (it advertises 30 percent less digital noise), a 3-inch tilting LCD screen and 30x optical zoom...
Sony Releases Full Line of Superzoom Compact Cameras
With the new H-series, Sony has released a lineup of five new consumer-level, superzoom compact cameras — all of which feature image stabilization and HD video. At entry level, the H90 model houses a 16.1-megapixel sensor, 16x optical zoom lens and 720p HD video capabilities. The HX30V and HX200V models each feature an ultra-thin 20x optical lens and 18.2-megapixel resolution. Additionally, the HX30V comes with WiFi capabilities...
Nikon's P510 and P310 Boost CoolPix Zoom, Low-Light Settings
Nikon has released two new CoolPix compact cameras, the P510 and the P310. With the P510, Nikon focused on the zoom features. The camera houses a 42x optical Zoom-Nikkor ED glass lens that can shoot from a wide 24mm to a 1,000mm focal range. Nikon strove to boost low-light shooting capabilities with the P310, giving it a 16.1-megapixel CMOS sensor, an ISO range up to 3200 and a maximum f/1.8 aperture...
Pentax Optio Line Advances Rugged Compact Options
Pentax has unveiled its new Optio WG-2 and Optio WG-2 GPS, two beefed-up outdoor cameras. Both of these rugged, waterproof, dustproof and shock-resistant models have 16-megapixel resolution and full 1080p HD movie recording capability. Other improvements include added stability underwater (users can take images up to depths of 40 feet), from shock (can sustain drops from up to 5 feet and from up to 200 pounds of force), and from cold (down to 10 degrees C below zero)...
