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  • Olympus stuffs a Micro 4/3 in a compact body calls it the Stylus XZ-2 (PR)

    Olympus stuffs a Micro 4/3 in a compact body calls it the Stylus XZ-2 (PR)

    Successor to the critically acclaimed XZ-1, the new Olympus XZ-2  adds a whole set of features that will make it the envy of competition brands. Starting with a 12.3-megapixel backlit CMOS sensor, a 28-112mm (eq.) f/1.8-2.5 Zuiko Digital lens and customisable controls that make it easier and faster for photographers to get exactly the shot they want.

    It also has touch-sensitive tilt screen, the same TruePic VI image processor used in the OM-D E-M5 compact system camera, Full HD movie recording and Eye-Fi/FlashAir compatibility for sharing images directly on your social network..Another bonus for seasoned photographers is the fast-response autofocus that you activate with a simple tap on the 920,000-dot, 3-inch hypercrystal LCD.

    The Olympus XZ-2 will be available from late October 2012 for US $ 600 (IN Rs. 32600 approx)

    Full Specs :

    Imaging Quality

    • 1:1.8-2.5 super-bright, large aperture 4x wide i.ZUIKO DIGITAL zoom lens (28-112mm*) for superb image resolution
    • iHS technologies for capturing exactly the shots you want with rich colour and low noise, irrespective of shooting conditions
    • 12.3 Megapixel backlit 1/1.7” BSI CMOS sensor for high-resolution, superb-quality full-size movies, stills and prints
    • Powerful TruePic VI image engine for faster recovery time and shutter release plus excellent image quality
    • Low Light Mode for sharper, more atmospheric shots in low light
    • 1080p Full HD Movie with stereo sound for capturing movies in the best image quality currently available in compact cameras
    • Multi-motion Movie IS for recording Full HD movies with reduced blur while walking
    • HDR Backlight Adjustment for ideal exposure when shooting against the light

    Usability

    • 3.0” hypercrystal touch-sensitive tilt LCD (920,000 dots) with fast response
    • Touch AF for focussing automatically on the subject you touch
    • Manual controls for fast and easy professional adjustments
    • Hybrid control ring for fast, intuitive control of key program parameters, assigned by you, in digital mode
    • Live Guide and i-Auto for easy operation – even by beginners

    Creativity & Flexibility

    • 11 Art Filters and their variations for adding creative effects to HD movies and stills: Cross Process, Diorama, Dramatic Tone, Gentle Sepia, Grainy Film, Key Line, Light Tone, Pale & Light Colour, Pin Hole, Pop Art and Soft Focus
    • Art Filter Bracketing for generating multiple versions of a single shot to showcase different picture modes and Art Filter effects
    • Accessory Port for compatibility with a growing range of accessories including an external flash, electronic viewfinder and external stereo microphone

    Storage & Sharing

    • SDHC™ and SDXC™ memory card compatible, including UHS-I support
    • Eye-Fi Card compatibility for automatic wireless uploading of images to a website or PC
    • FlashAir™ compatible for transferring password-protected images to selected smartphones and social networks 
    • Free iOS and Android software downloads for editing and sharing images in social networks via smartphone and/or computer

    Other

    • High ISO up to 12800 for excellent imaging despite poor light
    • Multi-Aspect ratios for the ideal format (16:9, 3:2, 4:3 or 1:1)
    • Removable grip for personalising the camera with three alternative grip colours (red, beige and purple)

     

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    THE OLYMPUS STYLUS XZ-2 iHS® TAKES THE COMPACT CAMERA CATEGORY TO THE X-TREME

     

    Point. Shoot. Be Amazed with an Ultra-Bright Lens, Ultra-Easy Operation and Ultra-High Image Quality, Making It the Powerhouse Compact for Serious Photographers

     

    CENTER VALLEY, Pa., September 17, 2012 – Olympus pushes the compact digital camera to a new X-treme with the introduction of the Olympus STYLUS XZ-2, its game-changing, flagship high-performance point-and-shoot. The STYLUS XZ-2 is a hybrid that combines optical brilliance, the manual controls of a DSLR and the unbeatable convenience of a lightweight compact in a body every imaging enthusiast should love. Inheriting the 4x optical / 4x Digital zoom iZUIKO® DIGITAL f1.8-2.5 large-diameter lens found on its predecessor, the award-winning Olympus XZ-1®, the Olympus STYLUS XZ-2 builds on its low-light performance with new features: the world’s first hybrid control ring, customizing controls so ambitious photographers easily capture the shot; a new fast, touch-sensitive tilt screen; the powerful TruePic VI image processor; Full HD movie recording and FlashAir® compatibility to share images immediately on social networks.

     

    The digital lens of the Olympus XZ-2 (iZUIKO f1.8-2.5 (28-112mm*), a 4x compact version of legendary ZUIKO Digital lenses, is designed for clear, high-quality photographic performance, whether set at its maximum f1.8 aperture for amazing wide-angle shots, or at f2.5 for 112mm* telephoto images. The result is expressive background defocusing and sophisticated bokeh, plus the flexibility to use short, blur-free exposure times in low light. The camera’s iHS technology and the large-aperture lens work together to deliver high-sensitivity, low noise and blazing auto-focus performance that translates to the highest image quality of any Olympus compact camera.

     

    The newly developed 12.0 megapixel, 1/1.7″ high-sensitivity back-lit CMOS sensor, working with the TruePic VI processor, the same processor used in the Olympus OM-D E-M5™ system camera, provides faster recovery time and shutter release to capture images with true-to-life colors, rich details and low noise. To complement the speed of the f1.8 lens, the camera’s low-light mode automatically adjusts the ISO sensitivity up to ISO 12,800 to take sharp, full-resolution photos in dim conditions, and an easily accessible built-in pop-up flash and AF illuminator brightens low-lit subjects, reduces red-eye and fills in dark areas.

     

    The Olympus XZ-2 is equipped with the world’s first hybrid control ring, built around the lens, which allows users to easily assign function settings to their preferences as well as switch between analog and digital operation of the ring. The digital operation provides a solid click on controls, whereas the analog operation offers a smooth, gliding feeling. When the Fn 2 lever next to the lens is placed downward, the ring around the lens switches to analog control so it can be used as a focus or a zoom ring. If the lever is placed at an angle, the ring around the lens switches to digital control to change exposure-related settings quickly and easily. This feature enables fine-tuning of the focus in macro, composition selection when shooting, and exposure adjustment all without looking away from subjects.

     

    Basic operations and settings of the Olympus XZ-2, starting with touch controls and Live Guide, as well as a new graphic user interface will be familiar to Olympus PEN® and OM-D shooters. Instantly activate the Touch AF Shutter function to select the subject you want to focus on and activate the shutter simply by touching the swivel 3.0 inch, 920,000 dot LCD screen. The XZ-2 design is enhanced with a removable grip that offers the option for a sleek style grip, and metal is used throughout the body for a strong and sharp look.

     

    The Olympus STYLUS XZ-2 is packed with additional technologies including DUAL IS, which combines with high-sensitivity shooting to reduce camera shake and subject blur, providing double image stabilization. HDR backlit correction captures multiple images with a single shot at different exposures and automatically merges them into one image, and Super Resolution technology expands zoom power up to eight times with minimal image degradation. iAuto mode automatically identifies up to 30 different scenes. The XZ-2 also features 11 Art Filters and 5 Art Effects that easily bring artistic visions to life.

     

    In addition to superior still image quality, the 1080p Full HD Movie capability with stereo sound captures movies in the best quality currently available in compact cameras. Multi-Motion Movie IS image stabilization corrects for the common gradual camera shake that occurs when shooting on the move, delivering more stable, higher-quality movies. Beautiful movies can be shot even longer with a 1920 x 1080 High-Definition size and MOV/H.264 movie compression that has an excellent compatibility with computers.
    The Olympus XZ-2 is also designed to make sharing your amazing images even easier. Using the smartphone connection function, simply set up a compatible Toshiba FlashAir SDHC card with an internal wireless LAN to make a Wi-Fi connection. With the Olympus Image Share smartphone application (to be released in September), easy image upload onto a smartphone via a thumbnail index, adding Art Filters to images on a smartphone, and sharing images on various social networking services is possible.

     

    A wide range of creative and practical accessories is available to adapt the Olympus XZ-2 for specific needs, including three alternative grips in a variety of colors (red, beige and purple), a body jacket and underwater housing. There’s also a sleek, matching black LC-63A lens cap that opens and closes automatically whenever you activate the camera. To expand the camera’s versatility, the XZ-2 includes an accessory port for compatibility with a growing range of Micro Four Thirds® accessories.

     

    *35mm equivalent.

     

    U.S. Pricing and Availability
    The Olympus STYLUS XZ-2 will be available in November 2012, and ships with a USB Cable, Video Cable, Li-Ion Battery Pack, Li-Ion Battery Charger, Shoulder Strap, OLYMPUS ib® software CD-ROM, Manuals and Registration card.

     

    Estimated Street Price: $599.99 (Available in black)

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  • Sony launches RX1 Full Frame compact digital camera, wows the crowd (PR)

    Sony launches RX1 Full Frame compact digital camera, wows the crowd (PR)

    Stuffing a full frame sensor in a compact digital camera, Sony is not really targeting its mass users with its new RX1 camera. The camera has the same full frame 24 MP sensor seen in the A99 and the NEX VG900 announced today, but comes with a 35mm Zeiss f/2.0 fixed prime lens. 

    The camera is missing a viewfinder but has an impressive 3-inch 1,229k dot LCD, featuring VGA resolution with RGB plus white coloring. For those who simply cannot do without a viewfinder a XGA OLED viewfinder ($600)can be added for the extra buck. 

    Here is a low down of the full specs.

    • 24.3MP sensor Full Frame Exmor Sensor
    •  ISO 100 – 25600 + ISO 102400 using Multi Frame Noise Reduction
    • 35mm Zeiss f/2.0 fixed prime lens
    • 14-bit RAW format
    • 5 fps shooting
    • 1080p video at 60p, 60i and 24p frame rates
    • Auto HDR and D-Range Optimizer, bracket shooting and Auto HDR shooting modes
    • Available NOV for $2800 (Rs. 1,50,000)

     

     

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    SAN DIEGO, Sept 12, 2012 – For the first time, all the benefits of full-frame digital photography are available in a palm-sized compact camera. 

     

    The extraordinary new Sony Cyber-shot® DSC-RX1 digital camera packs an advanced 35mm full-frame 24.3 MP Exmor® CMOS sensor and exceptionally Carl Zeiss T*t 35mm f/2.0 fixed lens into a highly portable, lightweight camera body.  Measuring approximately 4.5 inches wide by 3 inches tall and weighing just over a pound, it’s significantly smaller and lighter than any full-frame DSLR yet sacrifices nothing in terms of image quality, HD video quality or manual control.

     

    “The new Cyber-shot RX1 is truly ‘one of a kind’, offering a unique combination of size and performance that’s never before been realized in the world of digital cameras,” said Yosuke Tomoda, director of the Cyber-shot camera business at Sony Electronics. “With its highly advanced sensor and fast 35mm f/2.0 lens packed into a small, portable camera body, professionals, enthusiasts and advanced hobbyists can experience the world of full-frame imaging in new and different ways than they ever thought possible.”

     

    The new camera’s unified lens and body design allows performance that few interchangeable lenses can match.  The Carl Zeiss lens not only delivers spectacular image quality all the way to the edges of each frame, it incorporates a near-silent in-lens shutter and is far more compact than comparable lenses of interchangeable design. The camera also features full manual control options and an intuitive user interface, making it easy for photographers to adjust all settings quickly and easily.

     

    The 35mm full-frame sensor inside the RX1 camera more than doubles the area of APS-C sensors commonly found in much bulkier DSLR cameras, allowing it to take in significantly more light while capturing content.  With an effective resolution of 24.3 megapixels, it’s capable of resolving the finest image details and most subtle textures for rich color reproduction and an impressively broad dynamic range.

     

    The large sensor size also boosts the camera’s sensitivity range to a generous ISO 100 – 25600, with the option to shoot as low as ISO 50 in expanded sensitivity mode.  Similarly, ISO settings as high as 102400 can be achieved using Multi Frame Noise Reduction. This allows the camera to capture natural, low noise handheld images in near-dark conditions without needing flash.

     

    The fast, bright Carl Zeiss Sonnar T* 35mm lens is a versatile choice for portraits, street photography and everyday shooting.  This premium lens features newly designed optics including an Advanced Aspherical (AA) glass element, which contributes to the camera’s extremely compact dimensions without sacrificing optical performance.

     

    The lens’ wide F2 maximum, 9-bladed circular aperture enable beautiful background defocus (‘bokeh’) effects to rival or exceed professional-class DSLR camera lenses. Additionally, it features a macro switching ring on the lens barrel which instantly shortens the minimum focusing distance to approximately 20cm (from image plane), allowing the camera to capture small, close-up subjects with exquisite detail.

     

    The Cyber-shot RX1 camera also features an enhanced BIONZ® processing engine that rapidly handles data from the Exmor® CMOS sensor and also powers full-resolution burst shooting at up to five frames per second.  The powerful processor can output image data in 14-bit RAW format, giving advanced users total freedom to express their creative vision throughout the shooting and post-production processes. 

     

    Despite the camera’s extraordinarily compact dimensions, the new Cyber-shot RX1 model offers a full range of manual control modes on par with typical high-end full-frame DSLR cameras. Dedicated lens rings allow for fingertip control of focus and aperture, while a DSLR-style Focus mode dial on the front of the camera enables easy switching between focus modes.  Top-mounted exposure compensation and mode dials are strategically placed for simple access and operation, while custom function and AEL buttons on the back panel are also easily accessible. 

     

    The new camera features a Quick Navi mode that allows fast, intuitive adjustment of camera settings.  This is especially useful when using the camera with an optional viewfinder (sold separately).  A memory recall (MR) mode is accessible via the mode dial so photographers can store and instantly recall up to three sets of camera settings.

     

     Other refinements include a MF Assist function that magnifies a portion of the image while framing to simplify fine focus adjustments, as well as a Peaking function that highlights sharply-focused areas of the image on screen.

     

    Additionally, the RX1 camera features By Pixel Super Resolution digital zoom technology, which allows for magnification of image size without sacrificing pixel count. This results in far higher quality results than are achievable with conventional digital zoom.

     

    A Smart Teleconverter function crops a central portion of the image sensor, boosting effective magnification by 1.4x or 2x realizing an effective 49mm or 70mm focal length.  With the extremely high pixel count of the full-frame image sensor, even zoomed and cropped images maintain generous amounts of fine detail when blown up for large print sizes.

     

    In addition to beautiful still images, the Cyber-shot RX1 compact camera can capture high-quality, low-noise Full HD movie footage in all lighting conditions at a choice of 60p or 24p (progressive) frame rates.  There’s a full complement of P/A/S/M exposure modes during video shooting for creative flexibility.

     

    The new camera also features 13 different Creative Styles for fine-tuning images, plus a wide range of Picture Effect treatments.  Further, it has Auto HDR and D-Range Optimizer, bracket shooting (Exposure, DRO or White Balance) and Auto HDR shooting modes, and there’s a Digital Level Gauge that indicates camera pitch and camera roll on the LCD screen for straight, even landscape and architectural shots.

     

     

     

     

     

    New Accessories for Cyber-shot RX1

     

    Shooting possibilities for stills and video are broadened by the camera’s Multi Interface Shoe that accepts a growing range of accessories. Options include a high-quality OLED XGA OLED Tru-Finder™ EVF (model FDA-EV1MK) which allows for even greater manual focusing precision as well as an external optical viewfinder featuring Carl Zeiss optics (model FDA-V1K). 

     

    Also available are a thumb grip (model TGA-1) for sure, comfortable handling as well as a lens hood (model LHP-1) and jacket case (model LCJ-RXB).

     

     

     

    Sony PlayMemories Services

     

    The Cyber-shot RX1 comes preinstalled with PlayMemories Home™ (Lite Edition) software, allowing easy image transfers to a PC for managing, editing and printing. Available for free download, a full version of PlayMemories Home software adds movie editing and disc burning.

     

    Also available for download, PlayMemories Studio™ allows game-like editing of photos and videos on PlayStation®3 systems. Images can be shared easily via PlayMemories Online™ service, the cloud-based sharing service from Sony that simplifies ‘any time, any place’ viewing on a wide range of connected devices.

     

     

     

    Pricing and Availability

     

    The Cyber-shot RX1 compact, fixed lens camera will be available this November for about $2800. 

     

    The FDA-EV1K electric viewfinder and FDA-V1K optical viewfinder will each be available at launch for about $600 and $450, respectively.

     

     The thumb grip, lens hood and jacket case will also be available at launch for about $250, $180 and $250, respectively.

     

    The new camera and all compatible accessories will be sold at Sony retail stores (www.store.sony.com) and other authorized dealers nationwide.

     

    Please visit blog.sony.com/rx1 for a full video preview of the new Cyber-shot RX1 compact camera and follow #SonyCamera on twitter for the latest camera news.

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  • Olympus launches Stylus SP-820UZ, SP-720UZ , Stylus TG-625 Tough cameras and SZ-14 binocular set(PR)

    Olympus launches Stylus SP-820UZ, SP-720UZ , Stylus TG-625 Tough cameras and SZ-14 binocular set(PR)

    Olympus has just announced a new range of cameras, including the SP-820UZ that comes with a 14-megapixel CMOS sensor alongside the PEN series engine. The two features being touted are the impressive facial detection and thae fact that the camera will run on AA instead of flat rechargeable batteries.

    Basic Features

    • Effective number of pixels 14 million
    • Optical zoom 40x
    • Wide 22.4mm wide-angle (35mm film equivalent)
    • Image stabilization DUAL IS (CMOS shift type & high-sensitivity shooting)
    • LCD screen size 3.0 type, 460,000 dots
    • LCD screen type TFT color LCD
    • Movie shooting High-definition movies (MOV/H.264)

    The SP-720UZ includes has a modest 26x optical lens, a 14-megapixel sensor with HDR backlit correction and high-speed shooting. Apart from that the camera does full HD video 1080p, can shoot 5 fps at 14 megapixels. The camera also has Auto Shutter, Eye-Fi Support for Wireless uploading to SNS websites. 

    The SZ14 is a “Big Telephoto Set” that comes including a 24x optical zoom camera, and binoculars.

    • 24x optical zoom 
    • 8x pair of binoculars
    • double zoom (Using both)
    • Sensor shift image stabilization
    • DUAL IS
    • Magic Filter photo effects
    • 460,000 dot, 3.0 inch LCD 
    • 3D Photo function
    • Eye-Fi card compatible
    • HDMI output 
     
     
     

    The last addition to the Olympus family is the The Stylus TG-625 Tough, whichreplaces the TG-620

    • Autofocus illuminator light
    • 16 feet underwater tested
    • double-lock system
    • 12-megapixel backside-illuminated CMOS sensor
    • 28-140mm equivalent lens
    • 1080p Video capture
    •  3-inch LCD
    •  August 31st Shipping

    Find out full details in the PR below

     

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    Ultra-zoom with Advanced iHS technology, 40x optical zoom from a 22.4mm wide-angle, and Full High-definition movies

     

    The OLYMPUS STYLUS SP-820UZ compact digital camera

     

    Powered by AA batteries, so users can take it anywhere

     

    Olympus Imaging Corporation (President: Haruo Ogawa) is proud to announce the introduction of the OLYMPUS STYLUS SP-820UZ, powered by AA batteries and boasts a high-sensitivity CMOS sensor, iHS Technology from a digital SLR image processing engine, along with a 22.4mm*1 wide-angle to 896mm*1 telephoto optical 40x ultra-zoom lens. It is scheduled to go on sale from the end of September, 2012.
    Main Features

     

    With a 14.0 megapixel*2, high-sensitivity CMOS sensor, and an image processing engine established with the OLYMPUS PEN, this camera achieves high-sensitivity, low noise, and a fast AF (iHS Technology).
    Equipped with DUAL IS*3, for double image stabilization, and a 40x optical zoom (Super Resolution 80x zoom) from a 22.4mm wide-angle.
    Supports Full High-definition movie*4 (MOV/H.264) shooting. Magic Filter*5 is also available for use when shooting movies

     

    Olympus compact digital cameras are equipped with image processing technology in the form of iHS Technology, enabling high-sensitivity, low noise, and a fast AF. With Super Resolution zoom, and iAUTO, which detects subjects and scenes from a maximum of 29 patterns, users can easily capture images just as they appear to the eye.
    The OLYMPUS STYLUS SP-820UZ is equipped with a 22.4mm wide-angle to 896mm super-telephoto, high-magnification zoom lens, enabling an extremely wide range of shooting possibilities. The power of a large and heavy, sized super-telephoto lens is available on the compact body of the STYLUS SP-820UZ, making it the perfect companion for keeping baggage light on a trip. This is an “all-in-one” camera for easily taking high-grade pictures on the go.
    With the 40x optical zoom lens, users can capture intense and up-close photos of far away subjects with ease. The STYLUS SP-820UZ can capture the expressions on children’s faces at school games and plays, and the action of athletes at sporting events, with a level of detail not visible to the naked eye. With Super Resolution zoom, users can not only zoom up to 80x with virtually no image degradation, but in combination with the digital zoom it is even possible to photograph craters on the moon at 160x. With CMOS shift-type image stabilization and DUAL IS*3 for high-sensitivity shooting, camera shake is effectively reduced during telephoto shooting. With 22.4mm*2 wide-angle shooting, landscape photos and large group photos are a cinch. With just this one camera, users can enjoy shooting various scenes at just the right angles.
    Simply pressing the button on the back of the camera allows super telephoto HD movie shooting, and Magic Filter also adds to the enjoyment of shooting movies on a digital camera.
    Beauty Mode*6 corrects the image so skin appears more smooth and beautiful, and Beauty Make-up mode corrects the image after shooting so that skin and eyes appear more beautiful. Thanks to its features of automatically detecting a pet’s face and capturing the shot at the best possible timing, this camera is useful at not only cover events but every day situations.
    Main Features — Details

     

    Full High-Definition Movies (MOV/H.264)*9
    Full High-definition size 1920 x 1080 movies, and an extremely good compression format for computers. With MOV and H.264 formats, longer movies can be shot more smoothly and beautifully. With the dedicated movie button, movie shooting can be started and stopped with a single touch.
    The STYLUS SP-820 is also equipped with Multi-Motion Movie IS image stabilization. Because this function corrects for the gradual camera shake that commonly occurs when shooting a movie while walking, users can more fully enjoy shooting beautiful, high-quality movies.

     

    Magic Filter
    The popular Magic Filter offers 10 different filters to choose from: Pop, Pinhole, Fisheye, Sketch, Wedding, Rock, Watercolor, Crystal, Mirror, and Miniature. Pop, Pinhole, Fisheye, Sketch, Wedding, Rock, Watercolor, and Mirror can also be used when shooting movies.

     

    Pet Mode (Scene Mode)*7
    Dogs and cats are automatically detected. By selecting Pet-cat or Pet-dog modes, the camera will automatically detect cats or dogs and focus on their faces. Up to ten dog or cat faces can be detected.

     

    Auto Shutter
    Capture pets’ expressions. With Auto Shutter, the camera will automatically shoot when a pet faces the camera head-on. With this function, users won’t miss the whimsical antics of their pets. (Auto Shutter can detect only one pet.)

     

    Eye-Fi Support*8
    Eye-Fi cards are SDHC memory cards that contain an internal wireless LAN. Images can easily be wirelessly uploaded to picture services, online photo albums, and computers.
    Basic Features
    Effective number of pixels 14 million
    Optical zoom 40x
    Wide 22.4mm wide-angle (35mm film equivalent)
    Image stabilization DUAL IS (CMOS shift type & high-sensitivity shooting)
    LCD screen size 3.0 type, 460,000 dots
    LCD screen type TFT color LCD
    Movie shooting High-definition movies (MOV/H.264)
    Other Features

     

    Magic Filter enhances the enjoyment of shooting photos on a digital camera, and Beauty Mode creates a beautiful impression when shooting pictures of people
    Scene Mode allows for shooting not only standard scenes, but also enables easy shooting of beautiful images even in difficult shooting conditions
    HDMI Output Control*9 enables control of the camera, such as selecting and switching images with a TV remote control
    Face Detect AF lets the camera automatically detect faces
    Intelligent iAUTO automatically detects scenes and optimizes settings for shooting
    In-camera Panorama Merge allows users to easily shoot panoramic images by simply moving the camera as directed
    USB Battery Charge allows users to charge the camera battery while connected to a computer, and transferring or organizing image data
    Auto Tracking AF automatically tracks moving subjects and adjusts the focus
    Supported media: SD, SDHC, SDXC, Eye-Fi cards

     

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    Equipped with a 26x optical ultra-zoom and Full High-definition movie capability

     

    Announcing the OLYMPUS SP-720UZ compact digital camera

     

    Olympus Imaging (Haruo Ogawa, president) is proud to announce the OLYMPUS SP-720UZ, on sale from August 31, 2012. This camera is equipped with a 26x optical ultra-zoom and Full High-definition movie capability*1.
    Main Features

     

    This camera packs a 26mm*2 wide-angle to 676mm*2 telephoto, 26x optical ultra-zoom lens. Equipped a CMOS shift-type sensor, and high-sensitivity DUAL IS*3, for double image stabilization.
    Supports Full High-definition movie (MOV/H.264) shooting. Magic Filter*4 is also available for use when shooting movies
    The 14.0 megapixel*5 CMOS sensor enables HDR backlit correction, and easy high-speed continuous shooting

     

    The SP-720UZ is equipped with a 26mm wide-angle to 676mm super-telephoto, high-magnification zoom lens, enabling an extremely wide range of shooting possibilities. The power of a large and heavy size super-telephoto lens is available on the compact body of the SP-720UZ, fitting in the palm of your hand, and making it the perfect companion for keeping baggage light on a trip. This is an “all-in-one” camera for easily taking high-grade pictures and movies on the go.
    With the 26x optical zoom lens, users can capture the expressions on children’s faces at school games and plays, and the action of athletes at sporting events, with a level of detail not visible to the naked eye. With the wide-angle 26mm, users can not only shoot wide-open scenery, but also capture shots in small rooms or large group shots as well. With just this one camera, users can enjoy shooting various scenes at just the right angles. With CMOS shift-type image stabilization and DUAL IS for high-sensitivity shooting, camera shake is effectively reduced during telephoto shooting.
    Simply pressing the button on the back of the camera allows high magnification, Full High-definition movie shooting, and Magic Filter also adds to the enjoyment of shooting movies on a digital camera.
    Main Features — Details

     

    26x Optical Ultra-Zoom Lens
    The compact body of this camera is crammed with the power of a high-performance SLR 600 mm telephoto lens. The high-powered zoom on the SP-720UZ captures far away subjects dynamically, showing the details of their expressions.

     

    Full High-Definition Movies
    With a 1920 x 1080 High-definition size, and H.264 movie compression, beautiful movies can be shot even longer. With a dedicated movie button, starting and stopping movies is easy with a single touch. Linear PCM method is used for clear audio quality when recording.

     

    DUAL IS Image Stabilization
    DUAL IS is an image stabilization system that counteracts the direction of camera shake by moving the CMOS sensor via a shift-type image stabilization mechanism, and uses digital SLR algorithms. By using this function in combination with high-sensitivity shooting, camera shake and subject blur is effectively reduced, providing double image stabilization.

     

    Magic Filter
    Dramatic and Random Tile have been added to the popular Magic Filter mode. In addition to previous options, the two new filters make a total of 12 different options to choose from: Pop, Pinhole, Fisheye, Sketch, Wedding, Rock, Watercolor, Crystal, Miniature, and Mirror. Pop, Pinhole, Sketch, Fisheye, Wedding, Rock, Watercolor, Miniature, and Mirror can also be used when shooting movies.

     

    Beauty Mode*6 Makeup Function
    The Makeup function has been added to Beauty mode, allowing users to apply full makeup to people’s faces in images after shooting. This function offers a full range of 17 different effects that will make women happy. Because effects are divided into four different themes such as Makeup, Eye Effects, Performance, and Spa, they are easy to choose from.
    The Makeup menu screen is packed with cosmetic choices such as Cheeks, Eye Shadow, and False Eyelashes, so that users can easily choose and apply effects. In the Eye Effect menu, users can not only change eye color, but make eyes appear bigger. In the Spa menu, users can make subjects faces appear smaller, and add effects such as Lift-up to make faces look even more beautiful.

     

    High-Speed Continuous Shooting
    This camera is able to shoot 5 fps at 14 megapixels. In high-speed continuous mode, the camera can shoot at a maximum speed of up to 30 fps. Continuous shooting function: 2 fps (14M), 5 fps (14M), 10 fps (5M), 30 fps (5M)

     

    3D Photo*7 Shooting Function
    This function enables capturing everything from everyday scenes to dynamic scenery in 3D.
    3D Photo brings a fully three-dimensional feel to photos so that it feels like looking at actual scenery. For even more intense enjoyment, users can view the images on a 3D compatible TV or computer.
    By simply selecting 3D Photo from the shooting mode, pressing the shutter button and sliding the camera horizontally, a 3D photo is created. Both the 3D data (MPO format) and the JPEG data are saved. 3D Photo can be used in Auto (after the first shot is complete, the second shot will automatically be taken once the camera is moved to match the target) and Manual (after the first shot is complete, the user takes the second shot after matching the semi-transparent layers). To play back, users simply select 3D Photo or regular photo, and then images can be viewed on a 3D compatible TV or computer.

     

    MPO Files (Multi Picture Format)
    This is a file format that conforms to CIPA standards for treating multiple images as a single image file. With 3D Photo, the two images with a disparity between the left and right eyes are merged into a single image and recorded as a Multi Picture Format file.

     

    Pet Mode (Scene Mode)*8
    Dogs and cats are automatically detected. By selecting Pet-cat or Pet-dog modes, the camera will automatically detect cats or dogs and focus on their faces. Up to ten dog or cat faces can be detected.

     

    Auto Shutter
    Capture pets’ cute expressions. With Auto Shutter, the camera will automatically shoot when a pet faces the camera head-on. With this function, users won’t miss the whimsical antics of their pets. (Auto Shutter can detect only one pet.)

     

    Eye-Fi Support*9
    Eye-Fi cards are SDHC memory cards that contain an internal wireless LAN. Images can be wirelessly uploaded to picture services, online photo albums, and computers.

     

    SNS Upload Function
    This function allows images to be easily uploaded to services such as Facebook and Flickr.
    After shooting, images users want to share can be added to a list, and then transferred to a computer. Images added to a list on a computer can be searched with a single touch and easily uploaded. (It is necessary to preinstall the included software, OLYMPUS Viewer2, on a computer.)

     

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    For events and sports, fun for the whole family

     

    The “Big Telephoto Set” including a 24x optical zoom camera, and binoculars
    Announcing the OLYMPUS SZ-14 DX

     

    Olympus Imaging (Haruo Ogawa, president) is proud to announce the OLYMPUS SZ-14 DX, on sale from late August 2012. The “Big Telephoto Set” includes the OLYMPUS SZ-14 compact digital camera equipped with a 24x optical ultra-zoom, and an 8x pair of binoculars.
    Main Features

     

    With the power of a 24x optical ultra-zoom and an 8x pair of binoculars, users can put intense close-ups in the palm of their hand
    With the automatic shooting mode iAUTO*1, users simply point the camera at a subject to take beautiful, easy pictures
    High-definition movies, and multi-motion supported image stabilization makes shooting beautiful movies even easier

     

    The OLYMPUS SZ-14 DX “Big Telephoto Set” includes the OLYMPUS SZ-14 compact digital camera, equipped with a 24x optical zoom that fits in the palm of your hand, as well as an 8x pair of binoculars. With the combination of the camera’s high-power lens and the binoculars, users can enjoy the double zoom, allowing them to capture the expressions on children’s faces at school games and events, as well as the action of athletes at sporting events, with a level of detail not visible to the naked eye. Because the zoom of camera and binoculars can be used separately, this is a family set, perfect for travel, sporting events, museums and much more.
    Sensor shift image stabilization and DUAL IS for high-sensitivity shooting provides compensates for camera shake when zooming. Additionally, the multi-motion supported image stabilization function reduces camera shake when shooting while walking or following a subject, enabling easy shooting of high-grade movies. Because the included binoculars are a compact, lightweight foldable-type, they are perfect for keeping baggage light and convenient during family outings.
    *1 The intended shooting mode may not be used depending on the scene. When the camera cannot determine an optimal mode, shooting will switch to Program Auto.
    Other Features

     

    Equipped with Magic Filter, for a variety of amusing photo effects
    460,000 dot, 3.0 type, large screen monitor for ease of viewing when shooting and viewing images
    3D Photo function, for shooting 3D photos
    Eye-Fi card compatible, for easily sharing and saving photos wirelessly
    Supports HDMI output for high-quality image playback on a TV

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    Fashionable design and colors let users easily capture a variety of situations from daily life to active scenes.

    The OLYMPUS STYLUS TG-625 compact digital camera

    Olympus Imaging (President: Haruo Ogawa) is proud to announce the introduction of the OLYMPUS STYLUS TG-625, a camera which features waterproof*1, shockproof*2, and freezeproof*3 functionality into a tough, but stylish body, along with iHS Technology, which allows users to perfectly and beautifully capture photographic moments. It is schedule to go on sale from August 2012.

    Main Features

    1. With waterproof*1, shockproof*2, and freezeproof*3 functionality, the TG-625 is a tough model, built to withstand the most punishing environments.
    2. With a 12.0 megapixel*4, back-illuminated CMOS sensor, an image processing engine established with the OLYMPUS PEN, and iHS Technology, this camera achieves high-sensitivity, low noise, a fast AF, and a fast start-up time.
    3. Equipped with Magic Filter*5, for arranging photos exactly as users imagine them, and Beauty Make-up*6, for 19 varieties of makeup effects
    4. The new AF Focus Illuminator is a supplemental light included for those times when auto focus has difficulty focusing in dark places, or in scenes with particularly low contrast.

    The Tough series is a camera equipped with the three Tough qualities, waterproof/dust proof*1, shockproof*2, and freezeproof*3, for worry-free shooting underwater, mountain climbing, and other harsh environments that other cameras could not endure. With the ability to easily shoot in tough or formal situations, the photo possibilities keep growing.

    The OLYMPUS STYLUS TG-625 boasts waterproof functionality*1 down to 5 meters, shockproof*2 to 1.5 meters, and freezeproof*3 to -10°C.In addition to being perfect for the ocean and mountains, the TG-625 is lightweight and compact, making it perfect for taking anywhere. Because it can easily be taken out of and slipped into a bag, it is the perfect camera for daily situations: shooting photos of food or sweets, pets, parties, and a girls’ night out. With such a wide field of photo opportunities, users will love shooting and carrying it with them.

    With the combination of the back-illuminated CMOS sensor and TruePicVI SLR image processing engine, the iHS Technology made it improve the image quality, the speed from camera start-up until shooting, focus time, and continuous shooting time. In dark or low-contrast scenes, it can be difficult for the auto focus to operate properly. With AF Focus Illuminator, however, the subject can be illuminated, assisting in focusing. The popular Magic Filter*5 is available, with a total of 12 different effects, 10 of which can be used when shooting movies. Users can simply select a filter to give a slightly different flair to their still images and movies. Beauty Make-up*6 is also available, offering 19 different effects such as eye shadow, blush and other types of makeup to smooth skin and make it look more beautiful when shooting, or during playback. This camera is packed with useful features that not only cover tough shooting conditions, but usual situations, such as automatically detecting a pet’s face (dogs and cats), and automatically capturing the shot at the best possible timing.

    With the 28mm wide-angle*7 to 5x optical zoom, a wide variety of shooting possibilities are available, from expansive landscapes and group shots, to narrow-angle underwater shooting.

    Main Features — Details

    iHS Technology

    iHS Technology stands for “intelligence”, “high-speed”, and “high-sensitivity”.
    With a 12.0 megapixel*4, back-illuminated CMOS sensor, and the TruePicVI image processing engine established with the OLYMPUS PEN, this camera achieves high-sensitivity, low noise, image, and fast start-up. Even in backlit or nighttime scenes, the camera can beautifully capture images, just as they are seen by the human eye. With HDR backlit correction, with a single shot, the camera captures three images at different exposures and automatically merges them into a single image. With Super Resolution technology, double the digital zoom is available, with virtually no image degradation. As an added facet of Intelligence technology, iAUTO can automatically detect up to 29 different scenes.

    AF Illuminator

    The new AF Focus Illuminator is a supplemental light included for those times when auto focus has difficulty focusing in dark places, or in scenes with particularly low contrast. When the shutter button is pressed halfway, the LED will automatically activate, illuminating the subject and improving auto focusing precision. This function is especially useful for shooting in darker indoor scenes.

    DUAL IS*8 Image Stabilization

    DUAL IS*10 is image stabilization that counteracts the direction of camera shake by moving the CMOS sensor via a shift-type image stabilization mechanism, and uses digital SLR algorithms. By using this function in combination with high-sensitivity shooting, camera shake and subject blur is effectively reduced, providing double image stabilization.

    Full High-Definition Movies (MOV/H.264)*9

    Full High-definition size 1920 x 1080 movies, and an extremely good compression format for computers. With MOV and H.264 formats, longer movies can be shot more smoothly and beautifully. With the dedicated movie button, movie shooting can be started and stopped with a single touch.

    The STYLUS TG-625 is also equipped with Multi-Motion Movie IS image stabilization. Because this function corrects for the gradual camera shake that commonly occurs when shooting a movie while walking, users can more fully enjoy shooting beautiful, high-quality movies.

    Magic Filter*5

    The popular Magic Filter offers 12 different filters to choose from: Dramatic, Fragmented, Pop, Pinhole, Fisheye, Sketch, Wedding, Rock, Watercolor, Crystal, Miniature, and Mirror. Pop, Pinhole, Sketch, Fisheye, Wedding, Rock, Watercolor, Miniature, Mirror, and Dramatic can also be used when shooting movies.

    Beauty Make-up*6

    Beauty Make-up*6 allows users to apply the desired makeup effect to three people at the same during shooting or playback, and to register 3 favorite patterns of makeup for ease of use.

    This function offers a full range of 19 different makeup effects that will make women happy. Because effects are divided into four different themes such as Makeup, Eye Effects, Performance, and Spa, they are easy to choose from.

    The Makeup menu screen is packed with cosmetic choices such as Cheeks, Eye Shadow, and False Eyelashes, so that users can easily choose and apply effects. In the Eye Effect menu, users can not only change eye color, but make eyes appear bigger. In the Spa menu, users can make subjects faces appear smaller, and add effects such as to make faces look even more beautiful, such as Lift-up.

    Pet Mode (Scene Mode)*10

    Dogs and cats are automatically detected. By selecting Pet-cat or Pet-dog modes, the camera will automatically detect cats or dogs and focus on their faces. Up to ten dog or cat faces can be detected.

    Auto Shutter

    Capture pets’ cute expressions. With Auto Shutter, the camera will automatically shoot when a pet faces the camera head-on. With this function, users won’t miss the whimsical antics of their pets. (Auto Shutter can detect only one pet.)

    Eye-Fi Support*11

    Eye-Fi cards are SDHC memory cards that contain an internal wireless LAN. Images can be wirelessly uploaded to picture services such as [ib on the net], online photo albums, and computers.

    SNS Upload Function

    This function satisfies the demand of users who want to upload still images to social networking sites, such as Facebook and Flickr.

    By adding images user want to share to an upload list on the camera, they can easily be uploaded to the desired social networking service.

    To upload images, users simply add recorded images to a list on the camera, and then upload them to a computer. Images added to a list can be searched with a single touch and then easily uploaded. (It is necessary to preinstall the included software OLYMPUS Viewer2 on a computer.)

    Basic Features

    Effective number of pixels 12 million*4
    Zoom factor 5x optical zoom, 10x Super Resolution zoom
    Wide 28mm wide-angle (35mm film conversion)
    Image stabilization DUAL IS*8
    (CMOS shift type & high-sensitivity shooting, Multi-motion Movie IS)
    LCD screen size 3.0 type, 460,000 dots
    LCD screen type HyperCrystal III for OLYMPUS Tough Series LCD
    Movie shooting Full High-definition movies (MOV/H.264)*9

    Other Features

    – Underwater scene mode (Underwater Snap)
    – Macro LED function
    – Multi Motion image stabilization support for movies – reduces slow, strong camera shake that occurs when breathing or walking
    – Sequential shooting function: 5 fps (12m), 15 fps (3M), 60 fps (3M)
    – Face and Back Control detects subjects faces and adjusts the focus, and optimizes the exposure
    – Scene Mode allows for shooting not only standard scenes, but also enables easy shooting of beautiful images even in difficult shooting conditions
    – HDMI Output Control*12 enables control of the camera, such as selecting and switching images with a TV remote control
    – Face Detect AF lets the camera automatically detect faces
    – iAUTO allows never-fail, beautiful shooting of 29 different automatically detectable scenes for still images and movies
    – In-camera Panorama Merge allows users to easily shoot panoramic images by simply moving the camera as directed
    – USB Battery Charge allows users to charge the camera battery while connected to a computer, and transferring or organizing image data
    – Auto Tracking AF automatically tracks moving subjects and adjusts the focus
    – Photo Surfing allows users to search for images by keyword, such as the date and subject (person, dog, cat)
    – New double lock mechanism – slide style double lock
    – Supported media: SD, SDHC, SDXC, Eye-Fi cards

    *1 Waterproof functionality is equivalent to JIS/IEC protection class 8 (IPX8). Dust proof functionality is equivalent to JIS/IEC protection class 6 (IPX6).
    *2 This product is manufactured according to quality standards and testing procedures equivalent to MIL Standard 810F Method 516.5 Selecting Procedure IV (U.S. defense regulations for the military).
    *3 The available number of shots will decrease.
    *4 Effective pixels
    *5 Recordable image size will differ depending on the filters in Magic Filter. Filters available for use when shooting movies are limited.
    *6 The image size is limited to 5M and lower for corrected images. Effects may differ from person to person.
    *7 35mm film equivalent
    *8 Differences in image stabilization may occur depending on shooting conditions.
    *9 The maximum recording time for a single movie clip is limited to 29 minutes. Recording will automatically stop once the file size has reached 4 GB.
    *10 The number of detectable pets are as follows. Auto shutter on: 1, Auto shutter off: 10. Faces may not be detectable in certain shooting conditions or for certain subjects. During pet detection, detection of people’s faces, and use of the flash are not available.
    *11 Eye-Fi card use is only permitted in the country of purchase. Make sure to abide by the laws in the country of use. Do not use Eye-Fi cards inside aircraft, or where the use of radio transmissions are limited or forbidden, or set the Eye-Fi card’s transmission function to OFF. Images and movies with a file size exceeding 2 GB cannot be sent. For questions concerning Eye-Fi cards, contact the manufacturer.
    *12 When the HDMI control setting menu is set to ON.

     

     

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  • Nikon launches Pro level P7700 flagship Point and Shoot camera and tiny S01 (PR)

    Nikon has announced a new prosumer level camera called the p7700, targeted at the likes of the ever increasing pro-point camera.

     

    The P7700 has

    • 1/1.7-inch 12.2 megapixel BSI CMOS sensor
    • 7.1x zoom lens (with a maximum aperture of f/2)
    • 1080p movie mode, Lens-Shift Vibration Reduction 
    • full manual control
    • US $ 499 (IN Rs 27999)

     

     

    Nikon has also gone forward and made the smallest camera possible with the S01, 

    • 2.5-inch Touchpanel
    • electronic VR
    • 10 megapixel CCD sensor
    • built-in flash 
    • stainless exterior
    • 3.1- x 2.1- x 0.7-inches
    • US $ 179 (Indian Rs 9933/-)

     

     

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    NIKON’S COMPACT COOLPIX P7700 COMBINES FIRST-CLASS IMAGE QUALITY, TOP-TIER OPTICS AND UNPARALLELED CREATIVE CONTROL

     

    Nikon’s New Flagship COOLPIX Camera Sets the Standard for Performance, Versatility and Functionality for Those Who Expect The Best and Need The Convenience of a Compact

     

    MELVILLE, N.Y. (August 22, 2012) – For the compact camera user only satisfied with the very best, today Nikon Inc. introduced its new flagship COOLPIX camera, the P7700. This powerful and versatile point-and-shoot camera features a sharp 7.1x zoom NIKKOR ED glass lens with a maximum aperture of f/2 and a 12.2-megapixel CMOS sensor. Conveniently compact and loaded with innovative features and manual controls, the COOLPIX P7700 will capture still images and Full HD 1080p video with stunning sharpness and vivid color, whether used as the ultimate go-to travel camera or D-SLR companion.

     

    The COOLPIX P7700 is ideal for those looking for a compact camera with high performance and a complete feature set which will allow them to capture high quality still photos and Full HD video. For photographers looking to step up from traditional point-and-shoot cameras to professionals who crave complete creative control, the P7700 offers one of the most comprehensive feature sets available in its class. Featuring a new 12.2-megapixel CMOS sensor, a high-performance NIKKOR lens and full manual control settings, Nikon’s new flagship COOLPIX camera can unleash a photographer’s inner creativity and inspire truly magnificent images.

     

    “Nikon’s new COOLPIX P7700 pushes the boundaries of traditional point-and-shoot cameras, offering stunning image quality and fast performance along with the freedom to customize every shot,” said Bo Kajiwara, Vice President of Marketing, Planning and Customer Experience, Nikon Inc. “Nikon’s flagship COOLPIX P7700 is a powerful and versatile companion that consistently delivers incredible results in various shooting scenarios.”

     

    Exceptional Clarity, Powerful Performance
    The COOLPIX P7700 sports a large 1/1.7-in 12.2-megapixel backside illumination (BSI) CMOS sensor that offers excellent tonal range and vivid color reproduction. Additionally, high-speed image processing helps achieve fast continuous shooting at approximately eight frames-per-second (up to six continuous shots) affording the ability to freeze a fleeting moment with exacting precision. The P7700 delivers extremely rapid performance from a quick startup time to lightning-fast autofocus recognition to help ensure the moment is captured.
    The P7700’s high-performance 7.1x zoom f/2 NIKKOR glass lens is equally as essential in providing the very best clarity and sharpness that professional photographers have come to expect from Nikon. With a large maximum aperture of f/2, the optics cover an equivalent range from 28 to 200mm, allowing for tack-sharp images and HD video throughout the entire focal range. An evolved Lens-Shift Vibration Reduction (VR) function minimizes camera shake for shooting blur-free photos while handheld or in challenging light. Combined with the COOLPIX P7700’s powerful CMOS sensor, this bright, large-aperture NIKKOR lens provides reduced noise, beautiful background blurring, fast performance and high image quality whether shooting stills or Full HD video.

     

    Uncompromising Creative Control
    Every photo and HD video is truly in the hands of the photographer, as the P7700 offers unprecedented creative control for its class, from easy automatic options to full manual controls. For even more control in users’ images, the COOLPIX P7700 supports RAW shooting, providing the ability to capture and edit uncompressed images without losing image quality. Customizing every shot has never been easier as Nikon’s flagship COOLPIX camera features full manual control (PSAM) and 19 unique and versatile Scene Modes and Scene Auto Selector, ready for any shooting scenario. In-camera special effects and filter effects such as Nostalgic Sepia, Vivid and Painting help satisfy amateurs and enthusiasts alike. With the P7700, features like a noise reduction filter, tone level information, COOLPIX Picture Control and versatile bracketing functions open the door for even more creative control and freedom when capturing still images. To capture the most amount of available light, users can also activate consecutive shot combining technology, or use the HDR effect for a wide dynamic range image.

     

    Full HD Video Unleashed
    Creativity continues beyond still images with stunning Full HD 1080p video capability combined with unprecedented movie customization options for its class. Capture HD video using Auto, Manual, Aperture-priority or Custom Movie Mode and enjoy several creative options also available for still shooting, including COOLPIX Picture Control and noise reduction while flexibly adjusting ISO sensitivity, shutter speed and white balance.

     

    Taking HD video to the next level, the COOLPIX P7700 is capable of intelligent autofocus while recording in any mode as well as optical zoom when shooting in Auto mode. For pristine stereo sound, the P7700 incorporates a built-in stereo microphone, an external microphone input, a HDMI mini connector and HDMI-CEC support.

     

    Intuitive Operability
    The P7700’s 3-inch vari-angle LCD monitor, with a wide-viewing-angle and 921,000-dot resolution, offers comfortable shooting from any angle, giving the freedom and flexibility needed to capture every spontaneous moment. Whether shooting videos overhead at a concert or inverting the screen to capture a creative self-portrait, the vari-angle LCD of the P7700 provides users the ability to rotate the screen to adapt to any shooting scenario. The LCD screen can also be flipped closed for protection when not in use.

     

    Furthermore, the COOLPIX P7700’s intuitive ergonomics and control system allows the user to easily access menus and manual controls, ensuring fluid operation. This lightweight point-and-shoot features quick menu, mode, exposure compensation and sub-command dials, all arranged to achieve natural and smooth shooting adjustments on the go. Additionally, the COOLPIX P7700 has a camera body composed of durable yet lightweight magnesium alloy.

     

    Optional Accessories Expand Creative Control
    The COOLPIX P7700 offers compatibility with several optional Nikon accessories for enthusiasts who demand versatility and first-class performance. Nikon’s Creative Lighting System (CLS) supports advanced wireless lighting and creative flash shooting by controlling flash output independently for a master unit and a remote unit group. The P7700’s hot shoe allows for compatibility with Nikon Speedlights (SB-910 and SB-700) as well as the GP-1 GPS unit and ME-1 external stereo microphone.

     

    Price and Availability
    The COOLPIX P7700 will be available in September 2012 for a suggested retail price (SRP) of $499.95*. For more information about this COOLPIX camera and other Nikon products, please visit www.nikonusa.com.

     

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    NIKON’S NEW ULTRA-MINI CAMERA IS SMALL ON SIZE AND HUGE ON STYLE TO GIVE GORGEOUS IMAGES WHILE ON-THE-GO

     

    The New COOLPIX S01 Complements the Modern Users Smart, Stylish and Trendy Personality

     

    MELVILLE, N.Y. (August 22, 2012) – Today, Nikon Inc. announced the new COOLPIX S01, an ultra-compact camera that combines Nikon imaging technology, style and affordability into an ultra-mini camera body that’s easy to use. Its compact size makes the camera small enough to fit into a user’s pocket, so they can take it with them anywhere, whether spending a day on-the-go or a night out on the town.

     

    The new COOLPIX S01’s attractive, beautiful styling screams to be seen and encourages users to carry it everywhere because of its small size. The S01 features a simple home screen and user interface with shortcut menus for quick operation to make it easy to capture incredible images and flattering portraits.

     

    “The new COOLPIX S01 combines a stylish design and legendary Nikon image quality into a compact camera body for those users who love to easily capture stunning images,” said Bo Kajiwara, Vice President of Marketing, Planning and Customer Experience, Nikon Inc. “Incredibly compact, the stylish COOLPIX S01 allows owners to always have a Nikon camera on hand while capturing their memorable moments.”

     

    The COOLPIX S01 packs great image quality into an ultra-compact and stylish camera body, allowing users to be ready for fun and spontaneous shooting. Weighing approximately 3.4 ounces with an extremely small form factor (3.1 x 2.1 x 0.7 in.), the S01 is a versatile point-and-shoot that easily slips right into any user’s pocket. Stainless construction and processing prevents the glossy exterior from being scratched, while individual colors, such as Red, White, Silver and Pink, accent the fun and social personality of the user.

     

    The COOLPIX S01 also features an easy-to-use touch-screen operation system. The new graphic user interface (GUI) offers an easy-to-tap four-segment home screen that streamlines operation. Even for first-time point-and-shoot users, various functions can be comfortably accessed through touch operation. By tapping a subject, the shutter is automatically released when focus and exposure are fixed while various image effects set prior to shooting can be applied to pictures. Additionally, simple in-camera retouching of photos can help the user relive their perfect memory.

     

    Easy Auto Mode helps users to reliably capture beautiful pictures with the COOLPIX S01. By simply framing the subject, the optimal scene mode and exposure are automatically selected according to the unique shooting situation. The user can rely on the camera’s auto operation even for night portraits or backlit subjects to enable smooth shooting in any scenario. Six applicable scene modes such as portrait, landscape, night portrait, night landscape, close-up and backlighting help the user flatter subjects in nearly any light.

     

    Despite its tiny size, the camera benefits from quality NIKKOR optics, sporting a 3X wide-angle zoom NIKKOR lens (29 to 87mm, 35mm equivalent). A high-speed and accurate EXPEED C2 image-processing allows for fast use, but also yields vibrant colors and even skin tones in images. Additionally, a built-in Xenon flash ensures balanced exposures in low light conditions.

     

    Price and Availability
    The COOLPIX S01 will be available in September 2012 for a suggested retail price (SRP) of $179.95* in a variety of colors including Red, White, Silver and Pink. For more information about this COOLPIX camera and other Nikon products, please visit www.nikonusa.com.

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  • Olympus Launches Rugged Tough TG-1 iHS with 12-megapixel sensor f/2.0 lens (PR)

    Olympus Launches Rugged Tough TG-1 iHS with 12-megapixel sensor f/2.0 lens (PR)

    Olympus has launched a new rugged camera called “Tough TG-1 iHS”. It sports a 12 megapixel 1/2.3-inch BSI CMOS sensor, 25-100mm, f/2.0-4.9 4x zoom lens and 3-inch 610k OLED display. The camera is manufactured in a reinforced body shell.

    The camera has been tested to work under 40 feet of water, temperatures as low as -10 Degrees C and after falling frm a height of approx. 6.6 feet. The camera also sports a 30 fps full-res rapid-fire shooting (for 50 consecutive shots, or 220 in a 3-megapixel 60 fps mode).

    The image processor has been borrowed from the Pen lineup of cameras, TruPic VI image processor, gives it impressive focusing speeds. You can use all the above features in video, including underwater video at 1080p at 30fps. It also has Linear PCM audio recording and a powerful Multi-Motion Movie image stabilization that allows for smooth movie capture.

    The body also has a GPS, an e-compass and pressure-measuring manometer for added image data, along with in-camera tools, like a compass with 3D renders and a power-efficient GPS that helps to identify more than 700,000 landmarks around the globe.

    Olympus will also offer fisheye and telephoto attachments which can even be swapped while underwater. Double-locking battery and HDMI port doors and a repellant coating on the lens helps fight water and dust.

    The camera will be available in June for US $ 399 (Rs. 21,200).

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    CAPTURE PRO IMAGE QUALITY FROM A WHOLE NEW PERSPECTIVE: OLYMPUS TOUGH TG-1 iHS

    Durability Unites with DSLR-Image Quality, Best-In-Class f2.0 Lens, Full 1080p HD Video and Amazing Features for Thrill Seekers, Reef-Loving Explorers and Everyone In Between

    CENTER VALLEY, Pa., May 8, 2012 – Olympus draws on its heritage of creating rugged, durable cameras that take the worry out of life-on-the-go shooting with the new Olympus TG-1 iHS. Marking a revolution for the Tough Series of Waterproof, Shockproof, Freezeproof, Crushproof and Dustproof compact cameras, the Olympus TG-1 iHS combines incredible durability with iHS technology, the world’s first high-speed bright f2.0 lens on a Tough camera and converter-lens compatibility to create a versatile system camera. The combination of durability and outstanding image quality make it possible to shoot in even the harshest conditions. Capture beautiful underwater scenes and aquatic life, snap photos of dusk-lit peaks or record your ride down the rapids in dazzling 1080p Full HD Video.

    Superior Optics

    The Olympus TG-1 iHS is the world’s first rugged camera to incorporate an ultra-bright, high-speed f2.0 lens* so you can capture high-quality images at blazing fast shutter speeds, even in low-light conditions. The camera’s three-inch high-resolution OLED display (610K dots) provides excellent visibility in bright situations, enabling you to compose the perfect shot in direct sunlight. Protective coatings help to prevent scratches and cut down on reflective glare, and the new lens on the Olympus TG-1 iHS transforms your photographs with the same FAST AF system technology found in Olympus PEN® cameras. Never worry about water droplets obstructing your images thanks to the water-repellent lens coating that prevents water from remaining on the lens surface.

    Unmatched Rugged Durability

    From atop an Alpine mountain to the depths of a tropical lagoon, the Olympus TG-1 iHS captures the perfect shot in unforgiving environments. Waterproof to 40 feet, Shockproof to 6.6 feet, Freezeproof to 14°F and even Crushproof to a weight of 220 pounds, the flagship Olympus Tough model is the toughest Tough model to date and an exceptionally high-speed performer with faster start-up time and quicker refresh rates.

    Outstanding Image Quality

    A high-sensitivity, high-speed 12-megapixel backlit CMOS sensor combined with a blazing fast, DSLR-quality TruePic™ VI image processor results in high-speed autofocus, enhanced Intelligent Auto for spectacular scene and subject recognition, and 10x Super-resolution Zoom to produce jaw-dropping images in locations that make even the most seasoned photographers cringe. This family of technologies combines for unmatched image quality in challenging shooting conditions with improved lighting, less noise and response times twice as fast as traditional cameras.

    Designed specifically to keep up with the on-the-go photographer, the new Super Sport Mode combines high-speed autofocus with extra fast shutter speeds – up to 1/2000 – to freeze the action. Conveniently located on the dial, this mode captures five shots in a high-speed burst to ensure crisp shots in even the most extreme action sport settings. Low Light Mode is perfect for capturing the mood of low-light indoor scenes, beautiful sunsets or late night outdoor festivities without ruining the ambience with a bright flash. Shoot like a pro with 10 frames-per-second high-speed burst shooting and 1080p Full HD videos (1920×1080 pixels) or 60 frames-per-second (3mp) at the touch of button, allowing for slow-motion playback. Thanks to iHS Technology, your videos will benefit from excellent color reproduction and faster processing speeds, while Multi-Motion IS compensates for user movement during recording, creating smoother videos. Linear PCM Recording, an audio technology pioneered by Olympus for professional voice recorders, records your videos with high-definition audio for optimal playback results.

    In iAuto mode, the Olympus TG-1 iHS automatically detects the subject, lighting and situation to identify the scene you’re shooting – up to 30 different scenes including Night, Sport, Beach and Snow, Underwater Snapshot and Backlight HDR – and adjusts the settings for ideal results.

    System Expandability

    For serious photographers, Olympus is offering system expandability for the Olympus TG-1 iHS. A converter ring allows you to add a lens converter adapter, waterproof Fisheye Converter Lens and Teleconverter Lens for use on land or in water. The Fisheye Converter Lens captures panoramic, wide-angle shots without sacrificing the brightness of the 4x wide optical zoom (25-100mm*) f2.0 lens. The Teleconverter Lens extends your optical zoom from 4x to 6.8x, delivering dramatic close-ups with professional-looking background blur. Combined with the Olympus TG-1 iHS’ 8x Super-resolution Zoom, which extends the range of the optical zoom with virtually no loss of image quality, you can reach an unmatched 13.6x magnification. Both converter lenses are waterproof to 40 feet. If 40 feet is not deep enough for you, the new Olympus PT-053 underwater housing is designed specifically for the TG-1 iHS, enabling you to dive to depths of 135 feet (45m).

    Extreme Versatility

    With the GPS and e.compass functions on the Olympus TG-1 iHS, location and landmark information will be displayed and recorded along with every image. The camera is also equipped with a logging function so you can track the route taken from recorded images by using applications such as Google Earth and Picasa. And with the brand-new LI-90 battery, you’ll worry less about battery life and more about your next destination. Mark your spot on the map with the built-in manometer, which records elevation and water depth and even displays a warning when the user approaches a depth of 40 feet. The Olympus TG-1 iHS boasts four different underwater scene modes — Underwater Snapshot, Underwater Wide 1, Underwater Wide 2 and Underwater Macro — each carefully calibrated to allow for optimal color balance, exposure and flash so you automatically get the best results. An LED illuminator on the front of the camera enhances focus and exposure for macro shooting – great for underwater close-ups where light is scarce. The LED illuminator also works in conjunction with the flash to help illuminate your subject in low-light conditions.

    U.S. Pricing and Availability

    The Olympus TG-1 iHS will be available in June and ships with a USB Cable & Charger (F-3AC), Lithium-Ion Battery (Li-90B), Wrist Strap, Instruction Manual and ib Software CDs, Quick Start Guide and a Warranty Card.

    Estimated Street Price: $399.99 (Available in Silver)

    Underwater housing will be available in July.

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  • Sony Cyber-shot HX100V and HX9V models leaked

    Sony Cyber-shot HX100V and HX9V models leaked

    Seems like two new versions of upcoming sony cameras have leaked. First is the HX100V,

    • 30x zoom (27 – 810mm) c
    • features and styling from the Alpha line
    • 16.2 megapixel backside-illuminated sensor
    • BIONZ processing
    • 1080p video
    • GPS i


    HX9V

    • compact
    • 16 megapixel sensor
    • 16x optical zoom lens
    • 1080p video

    No Pricing or Availability info YET


    Via: Engadget

    Source : LetsGoDigital HX100V, HX9V


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