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Canon PowerShot D20

June 29, 2012 by digital cameras addict Leave a Comment

The new Canon PowerShot D20 digital camera has a 12.1 MP CMOS sensor, a 5x optical zoom lens, a integrated GPS system and it is waterproof, shockproof and temperature-resistant. This rugged point-and-shoot model from Canon has also a 3.0″ LCD monitor and ability to shoot full HD 1080p video at 24 frames per second.

The Canon PowerShot D20 is built around of Canon’s HS System which combines the 12.1 MP high-sensitivity CMOS sensor with the Digic4 image processor for high performance in any situation. This system makes possible the high-speed continuous shooting, Face Detection and Full HD video. The Canon PowerShot D20 is a solid choice for those who are looking a rugged camera able to resist in harsh conditions.

The Canon PowerShot D20 can automatically record the locations and local times of stills and videos thanks to the integrated GPS system. The Canon D20 is easy to use with a dedicated movie button that lets you start and stop recording almost instantly. The Canon D20 also incorporates an electronic wind filter. This filter suppresses wind noise that can distort the sound.

Canon PowerShot D20 specifications:

Â Sensor: 12.1 MP, 1/2.3-inch CMOS
Focal length: 5.0(W) – 25.0 mm (T)
Optical zoom: 5x
Digital zoom: 4x
Monitor: 3.0-inch TFT LCD, 461k dots
Aperture: f/3.9 – f/4.8
Sensitivity: ISO 100 – 3200
Storage: SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card
File format: still image – EXIF 2.3 JPEG; Video: MOV
Connectivity: NTSC/PAL video out; Mini-Hdmi connector; USB 2.0 Hi-Speed

Canon PowerShot D20 reviews:

The word “rugged” sums up the look and feel of the Canon PowerShot D20. Portability and debatably aesthetics are sacrificed to facilitate a more robust build quality. The unit is flatter than its predecessor resembling an everyday compact camera. The Canon D20 feels reassuringly heavyweight in the palm, with strongÂ airtight seals protecting the camera’s innards. More about build quality and handling of this camera you can read on Canon PowerShot D20 review from techradar.com.

Another Canon PowerShot D20 review comes from digitalcamerainfo.com website. Here you can learn about usability, image quality and controls of D20 and you can see sample photos and test results. This website concludes:

The D20 is a solid outdoor camera, particularly well-suited to casual photographers who want a hands-off, user-friendly experience. Otherwise, there isnâ€™t much here to separate the D20 from the herd of tough-cams. It feels like Canon wrapped a regularÂ ELPHÂ in a waterproof, shock-resistant case, rather than designing an adventure-ready camera from the ground up.

In terms of exposure modes, the Canon PowerShot D20 remains fully automatic in all modes, although a switch on top of the camera can be used to toggle between the snaptastic Smart Auto mode and the more user-adjustable Normal Shooting mode. More such details you can find on Canon D20 review from trustedreview.com website.

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Fujifilm FinePix XP 150

June 26, 2012 by digital cameras addict Leave a Comment

The Fujifilm FinePix XP 150 is the most robust Fujifilm camera ever. The new FinePix XP 150 is a waterproof, shockproof, freezeproof and dustproof digital camera and it is perfect camera for anyone who lives for the great outdoors and wants to be able to document their exploits every step of the way. With a solid build and a riveted metal handgrip, the Fujifilm FinePix XP 150 is also dedicated to climbers, walkers and mountain bikers, people who can benefit from the XP150’s increased shock profing capabilities. The Fujifilm XP150 can also captures underwater photos to a depth of 10 meter/ 32.8 feet.

The Fujifilm FinePix XP150 is buit around a 14 MP CMOS image sensor and a 5X optical zoom Fujinon lens. The Fuji FinePix X 150 also offers CMOS sensor shift image stabilisation and has a wide ISO range from 100 to 3200. The Fujifilm XP150 also allows full 1080p HD movie capture at 30 fps and underwater movie function. An integrated high-sensitivity GPS module completes features list of FinePix XP 150.

Fujifilm FinePix XP 150 specifications:

Sensor: 1/2.3-inch CMOS, 14.4 MP
Lens: Fujinon 5x optical zoom
Digital zoom: aprox 6.8x
Sensitivity: ISO 100 – 3200
Aperture: F3.9/F6.2 (wide); F4.9/F8 (Telephoto)
Monitor: 2.7-inch, 230,000 dots, TFT LCD monitor
Movie: 1920 x 1080 pixels with monaural sound
Storage: internal memory (47 MB); SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card

Fujifilm FinePix XP 150 reviews:

In the Fujifilm FinePix XP 150 review, the trustedreviews.com website says that XP150 retains the same basic shape of the old XP30 with the addition of a small metallic plate on the front where your finger sit, which extends around to the battery/memory card latch. On this website you can read more about features and design of Fujifilm XP 150.

The menu of Fujifilm XP150 is easy to work. The main menu controls features like autofocus mode or continuous shooting settings. You can acces the setup menu from here or you can change the interface settings. More about this you can learn on Fujifilm FinePix XP150 review from digitalcamerainfo.com. The experts of this website conclude:

Â The XP150 is built in the travel anywhere style, being able to withstand freezing, drowning, particulate matter, and droppings. This particular model has the best tough stats, as well as the highest quality imaging in the XP line. You get 14.4-megapixel photos, with a greatÂ CMOSÂ sensor.

The new Fujifilm FinePix XP150 takes good quality images. Chromatic aberration, fingering and noise are low. The underwater shots are mostly clear and detailed, although dark in some Â places. More about performance of XP150 and sample images you can read on Fuji FinePix XP150 review from techradar.com. The verdict of this website is:

The Fuji FinePix XP150 is a fast and easy to use camera that should survive all manner of outdoor pursuits with the adventurous photographer. Reasonably priced and with a wide array of specialised functions, it’s definitely a contender in the tough outdoor camera market.

Another Fuji FinePix XP 150 short review comes from ephotozine.com. Here you can see more sample images with different settings and you can find results from different tests.

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Samsung WB850F

June 20, 2012 by digital cameras addict Leave a Comment

The new WB850F, which is named “SMART Camera” by Samsung, features a 21x wide-angle optical superzoom lens, 16.2-Megapixel CMOS image sensor, 3″ AMOLED display, built-in GPS, Digital Compass and Full HD video recording. The Wi-Fi capability of the new Samsung WB850F allows user to email photos or share them on social networks.

The new Samsung WB850F make it easy to capture incredible detail through their zoom lenses,Â Â making it simple to get up-close shots that were once out of reach. The WB850F also features pioneering BSI CMOS sensor technology to reduce image noise and distorsion, even in low light conditions. The WB850F can captures awesome detail in 1080/30p Full HD and 1080/60i for spectacular scenery shots.

Features of the new Samsung WB850F include also full manual control, a Live Panorama function, a Smart Auto function which selects from a variety of scene modes, Split Shot function (which divides the screen into three separate sections), a Magic Frame function and a Picture-in Picture mode.

Samsung WB850F specifications:

Sensor: BSI CMOS, 1/2.3″, 16.2MP
Lens: Schneider – KREUZNACH
Optical zoom: 21x
Digital zoom: 4.0x
Sensitivity: ISO 100 to 3200
Display: 3.0″ AMOLED, 921K dots
File format: Still image – JPEG, EXIF2.21; Movie – MP4
Storage: SDSC/SDHC/SDXC memory card
Connectivity: USB 2.0; AV-NTSC/PAL
Audio: stereo microphone, mono speaker

Samsung WB850F reviews:

In Samsung WB850F review, the whatdigitalcamera.com website says that one of the “crowning glories of the WB850F” is found on the rear of the camera. The model features an impressive 3″ AMOLED display with 921k dots that offers an impressive image viewing experience. More details about this copact camera you can find on his website.

The WB 850F offers two auto modes: regular and Smart, which are similar. There’s a program shift mode as well as aperture priority, shutter priority and manual exposure, each of which offering a great deal of control by point-and-shoot standards. More about this you can learn if you read the Samsung WB850F review from digitalcamerainfo.com.

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JVC GZ-EX250

June 19, 2012 by digital cameras addict Leave a Comment

The new JVC GZ-EX250 is a camcorder with built-in Wi-Fi that allows video clips and still image to be emailed and wireless transfer of files to smartphones. This new JVC GZ-EX250 combines the benefits of a conventional camcorder, such as superior image quality and a powerful 40x optical zoom, with the commnication convenience. Several unique features are available thanks to the built-in Wi-Fi. A free app for an Android device or iPod/iPhone makes it easy to transfer video and stills to a smartphone for quick sharing via the internet.

The JVC GZ-EX250 shoots ull HD 1920 x 1080 video and can output 1080/60p video as well. This camcorder uses both memory card technology and flash memory to store recordings. The JVC GZ-EX250 has a Konica Minolta HD lens and a back-illuminated 1/5.8″ 1.5Mp CMOS image sensor. This sensor and the Super LoLux technology of JVC GZ-EX250 ensures superior sensitivity to low light. This camera can capture clear images with precise colors even in low light.

JVC GZ-EX250 specifications:

Lens: Konica Minolta HD, F1.8
Sensor: 1/5.8″ 1.5MP Back-illuminated CMOS
Internal memory: 16 GB Flash
Card slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC
Optical zoom: 40x
Display: 3.0″ 230K-pixel LCD
Image stabilizer: Advanced Image Stabilizer (A.I.S.)
Viewfinder: No
HDMI: Yes

JVC GZ-EX250 reviews:

Because the JVC GZ-EX250 is a new model of HD camcorder, the expert reviews are not available yet. However, you can find more details about GZ-EX250 on bhphotovideo.com website and a short video review on youtube.

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Sony Cyber-shot RX100

June 18, 2012 by digital cameras addict Leave a Comment

Sony Cyber-shot RX100 is a new compact digital camera with world’s first 1-inch type 20.2 megapixel EXMOR CMOS sensor and an integrated Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar lens with 3.6x optical zoom range. The new Sony Cyber-shot RX100 features also a high-resolution 3-inch 1,229k dot Xtra Fine LCD display and a new WhiteMagic technology. Similar to a DSLR interface, the Sony RX100 has a choice of auto and manual focus mode for enhanced image control.

The Sony Cyber-shot RX100 features Sony’s latest Bionz image processor which enables a sensitivity from ISO 100-6400 or up to ISO 25,600 in the expanded settings. The Sony RX100 is built around an aluminium body and it is an accomplished partner for travel, portraits or street photography. This point-and-shoot camera is a step-up for enthusiasts who want to capture pristine stills and full HD video while they are on the move.

Sony Cyber-shot RX100 specifications:

Â Sensor: 1.0″ Exmor CMOS sensor; 20.2 effective MP
Lens: Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar
Aperture: F1.8 – 4.9
Optical zoom: 3.6x
Digital zoom: aprox. 14x
Display: 3.0″, 1229k dots Xtra Fine TruBlack TFT LCD
Image stabilization: Optical SteadyShot with Active Mode Image Stabilization
Storage: Memory Stick Duo/ Memory Stick PRO Duo, SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card
Video: AVCHD, 1920×1080, 60p
Connectivity: Micro HDMI, Micro USB, USB 2.0 (Hi-Speed)

Sony Cyber-shot RX100 reviews:

In Sony Cyber-shot RX100 review, the techradar.com website noted that one of the most useful features of the Sony RX100 is the ability to add up to seven different functions to the Fn button. More about this and also about a lot of tests with RX100 you can read in this review. This websites concludes:

For those looking for a back-up camera for when the DSLR is too bulky or inconvenient, Sony has produced a truly great camera that should also appeal to anybody wanting to trade up from a mobile phone or budget compact camera.

The Sony Cyber-shot RX100 is built around the interface Sony has been using on its SLR and SLT cameras and has been developed with high levels of user interaction in mind. More about controls and user interface of Sony RX100 you can read on Sony Cyber-shot RX100 100 review by dpreview.com

Autofocus on the Sony RX100 is very quick, ranging from 0.153 second at wide angle and 0.266 second at telephoto. That is deep into phase-detect SLR territory and is a major advantage over the RX100’s competitors. More about this, but also the opinions of several experts about Sony RX100 you can find on Sony Cyber-shot RX review from imaging-resource.com website. Here you can also find plenty of optical tests.

The Auto White Balance of the Sony RX100 delivered nice, consistently neutral results and the level of detail from 20.2 MP sensor is impressive for a camera of this class. More about performance and image quality of new Sony Cyber-shot RX100 you can read on whatdigitalcamera.com website.

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20

June 14, 2012 by digital cameras addict Leave a Comment

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 is shockproof, dustproof, freezeproof and waterproof, with 16.1 effective megapixels and Lumix DC Vario 4x optical zoom lens and capability to record high-definition movie in MP4 format. The Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 is one of the most compact waterproof models on the market, that can easily be carried in a pocket or a small bag. The rugged body of Panasonic TS20 is designed for use at the beach, in the sea, walking, biking and any other outdoor activity.

The Panasonic Lumix TS20 can shoot 720 HD video and the 4x optical zoom is available during video recording. The Panasonic TS20 comes equipped also with a variety of shooting options to enhance ease and fun. Panorama Shot makes it is possible to shoot a horizontal/ vertical panoramic image.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 specifications:

Sensor: 1/2.33-inch CCD sensor/ 16.1 effective Megapixels
Aperture: F3.9-5.7
Optical zoom: 4.0x
Digital zoom: 4.0x
Image stabilizer: MEGA O.I.S.
File Format: still image – JPEG/ Motion picture – MP4
Sensitivity: ISO 100 – 1600
Monitor: 2.7″ TFT LCD Display, 230K dots
Storage: SD/SDHC/SDXC

Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 reviews:

The rectangular lens opening of Panasonic TS20 is protected against the elements by a layer of plastic, and no mechanical action occurs outside of this layer. More about design and performance of this rugged camera you can read on Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS20 review by digitalcamerainfo.com.

The dedicated video record button of Panasonic TS20 allows you to capture movies at any time without changing the cameras shooting mode. The 2.7 inch LCD with automatic and manual brightness adjustments can easily be seen in any lighting conditions, including underwater. More about this you can find on Panasonic Lumix TS20 review from steves-digicams.com website. This website concludes:

Panasonic’s Lumix TS20 is a compact and affordable waterproof digicam. Featuring a 16-Megapixel imaging sensor, 4x optical zoom with Mega O.I.S, 720 P HD video recording and 2.7 inch LCD screen, this camera is not lacking any features normally found on a Panasonic model. It’s image quality is very good, just showing us a little noise when viewing the images at 100%, which we have seen with most 16-megapixel models.

Another Panasonic Lumix TS20 short review comes from pcmag.com. You can read on it about design, features, performance and tests result of Panasonic TS20.

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Canon PowerShot SX260 HS

June 7, 2012 by digital cameras addict Leave a Comment

The new Canon PowerShot SX260 HS is a powerful travel-zoom camera with a number of useful features and that replaces the SX230 HS model. The Canon PowerShot SX260 HS has a 20x optical zoom lens that ranges from a wide-angle 25mm through to a lengthy 500 mm equivalent, and a 12.1 MP high sensitivity CMOS sensor. The Canon SX260 HS also offers built-in GPS with included Map Utility software and GPS logger function.

The Canon PowerShot SX260 HS also features full HD video with stereo sound, full manual controls, 3-inch LCD display and DIGIC 5 image processing engine. In addition, the Canon SX260 HS offers Smart Auto mode with Scene Detection Technology and Easy mode, Face Identification and a range of Creative Filters. The Canon Powershot SX260 HS is available in silver, black, red or green.

Canon PowerShot SX260 HS specifications:

Sensor: 1/2.3-inch CMOS, 12.1MP
Optical zoom: 20x
Digital zoom: 4x
Monitor: 3.0-inch TFT LCD with wide viewing range
Aperture: f/3.5 – f/6.8
Sensitivity: ISO 100 – 3200
Movie: 1920 x 1080/24fps; 1280 x 720/30 fps
File format: Still image: Exif.2.3 (JPEG); video: MOV
Storage: SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card
Connectivity: Mini-HDMI connector; NTSC/PAL dedicated connector

Canon PowerShot SX260 HS reviews:

The Canon PowerShot SX260 HS is made almost entirely of metal and it is compact and easy to hold. The front view shows the SX260’s new ”flat top” design, since the GPS receiver has been pushed back into the body. More about design and features of Canon PowerShot SX260 you can read on dcresurce.com.

In the Canon PowerShot SX260 HS review, the photographyblog.com website says that Canon SX260 HS produces images of very good quality. The SX260 HS handled chromatic aberrations well, with limited purple fringing effects appearing only in high contrast situations and generally at the edges of the frame. This website concludes about Canon PowerShot SX260 HS:

Despite looking outwardly similar to its predecessor, the PowerShot SX260 HS represents a big step forward for Canon’s travel-zoom cameras and is a real challenger to Panasonic’s TZ30 model. Anyone looking for a pocket camera that can shoot high quality stills and video both near and far should seriously consider the exciting new Canon PowerShot SX260 HS.

The new PowerShot SX260 HS comes with Canon’s latest DIGIC5 image processor. This is notable faster than the DIGIC4 processor and allows the SX260 to shoot a maximum 10FPS in High-Speed Burst mode. More technical details can be found on Canon PowerShot SX260 HS review by trustedreview.com.

Another impressive feature on the PowerShot SX260 HS is its 3.0-inch TFT LCD monitor. This is a high quality screen with 461k dots which is very bright, and it really doesn’t suffer from much screen glare outdoors. These things can be read on steves-digicams.com website. Experts of this site conclude:

For beginning and intermediate photographers, the PowerShot SX260 HS has a nice set of features that can grow with you as you learn more about photography. Beginners can make use of the Smart Auto and Easy modes for simple operation, while intermediate shooters can look to use Program or Manual modes to achieve more control over the shot.

Another great Canon PowerShot SX260 HS review comes from digitalcamerainfo.com. This website remarked the two auto modes available on this camera: regular Auto mode and Easy mode.

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Nikon Coolpix P510

June 6, 2012 by digital cameras addict Leave a Comment

The Nikon Coolpix P510 is a new super-zoom compact camera that is the successor to the popular Nikon P500. The Nikon Coolpix P510 offers a massive telephoto zoom range, starting quite wide at 24 mm to 1000 mm (35mm equivalent) focal length. With this mechanically-stabilized 42x optical zoom, the Nikon Coolpix P510 is still quite compact, at least smaller than all its main rivals.

The powerful Nikkor lens of Nikon Coolpix P510 is helped by a 1/2.3″ CMOS sensor with 16.1 megapixels. The new P510 also offers sensitivity range of ISO 100 to 6400, full 1080p HD video recording with stereo sound and built-in GPS (that records longitude & latitude location data for each shot). The standard package for the Nikon Coolpix P510 includes lens tether, wrist strap, USB cable, li-ion battery, battery charger and a CD-ROM with Nikon View NX2 for managing images.

Nikon Coolpix P510 specifications:

Sensor: 1/2.3″, CMOS, 16.1 effective MP
Lens: NIKKOR glass lens, 14 elements in 10 groups
Zoom: 42x optical zoom, 2x digital zoom
Vibration Reduction: Lens-shift VR
Display: Vari-Angle TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating; 921,000 dots
Storage: SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card
File format: still picture – JPEG; Audio – WAV; movies – MOV
Movie: Full HD, 1920 x 1080 p / 30 fps

Nikon Coolpix P510 reviews:

The Nikon P510 has a 3-inch, 921000-pixel articulating panel LCD, bright enough to see outside in anything besides direct sunlight. Colors are vibrant and the lag is minor enough to ignore. More about this you can read on Nikon Coolpix P510 review by digitalcamerainfo.com. This website says also about P510:

The P510 can stand on the merits of its huge zoom range alone, but itâ€™s a solid all-around camera. Image quality is strong for a point-and-shoot. Photos are clean and nicely detailed in most situations, with realistic colors. Handling is comfortable thanks to a big grip and textured surface. Itâ€™s generally easy to use, too.

Nikon uses sweep panorama for the P510, an increasingly popular feature in digital cameras of all shapes and sizes and a great addition for an ultrazoom camera. More about these things you can find on the digitaltrends.com website. Here you can also watch at a Nikon Coolpix P510 video review.

In Nikon Coolpix P510 review, the steves-digicams.com website says that capturing movies with the P510 is as easy as pressing the dedicated video record button on the back. The camera can capture high quality, smooth videos at 1080p HD Â as well as the lower resolutions. The opiniion of this website is:

Handling the P510 is easy and comfortable with either one or two hands thanks to the dSLR-like body styling and well-placed controls. While shooting with the longer end of the telephoto zoom, you will definitely need to use both hands to help steady the camera. The longer you zoom, the more your slight movements are magnified.

Another short Nikon Coolpix P510 review comes from digital-photography-school.com. You can find on this website a lot of technical details and some sample images with different settings.

In the Nikon Coolpix P510 review, the photographyblog.com says that Nikon Coolpix P510’s image quality is good for a compact camera with a small image sensor. The Nikon Coolpix P510 handled chromatic aberration excellently with limited purple fringing effects appearing only in high contrast situations. This website concludes:

Â The Nikon Coolpix P510 may not produce the best photos at higher ISO speeds or focus quickly enough for fast-moving subjects, but it’s a lot more portable and convenient than an SLR with a bag full of lenses and also doubles up as an effective video camera thanks to its excellent movie mode, making it worthy of our Highly Recommended award.

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Sony Cyber-shot H90

June 5, 2012 by digital cameras addict Leave a Comment

The new Sony Cyber-shot H90 is a compact and easy to use point-and-shoot digital camera that is modeled around a 16.1-megapixel CCD image sensor. With a generous 16x optical zoom lens that dominates its front panel, the Sony Cyber-shot H90 includes also Sony’s Optical SteadyShot image stabilization.

The new Sony Cyber-shot H90 can capture more breathtaking shots with Sweep Panorama mode. Simply press the shutter button and sweep the camera in the desired direction and the camera continuously shoots at a high speed,Â Â then seamlessly stitches the images together with automatic position adjustment to create one stunning panoramic image.

The Sony Cyber-shot H90 can also capture high-def 720p (1280 x 720 pixels) MPEG4 video, with monoaural audio. Two different stabilization systems are available for video: either the standard Optical SteadyShot used for still imaging, or a more powerful Active SteadyShot Mode that combines optical and digital stabilization. Sony Cyber-shot H90 features also intelligent Auto Mode (iAuto) and Face Detection technology.