Nikon D700 image with 24-120mm lens & pop-up flash leaks

By Chris Davies on Wednesday, Jun 25th 2008 1 Comment A photo purporting to be of Nikon’s upcoming D700 DSLR camera, complete with a new version of the company’s 24-120mm lens, has surfaced on a Chinese blog. If the image is authentic, it confirms that the camera will have a pop-up flash. Last week supposed promo material documenting the camera turned up.

Wireless USB For Cameras Will Transfer 1GB in 30 Seconds

No one ever did master the art of sending photos from your camera to your PC wirelessly, but now a semiconductor company by the name of Artimi is hoping to give the concept another shot. They're working on a wireless USB technology that, with the aid of a USB dongle, would let you transfer up to 1GB of photos from your camera to your computer in about 30 seconds sans cables. Artimi is hoping to get some WUSB cams out the door by end of this year, with bigger names jumping on the bandwagon by 2008. We just hope it works, since last time someone tried this the process were slow and kinda clunky. – Louis Ramirez



Artimi Wireless USB Technology for Cameras
 [The Future of Things]

Philips PT44434 Retro Inspired Ultra Slim Digital Camera Boasts ‘Generous’ 3MP Resolution

The Philips PT44434 also comes with just 16 MB of internal storage capacity for ‘must-have shots even when your memory card is full’ (did a politician write up the PT44434’s feature list?) which, thankfully, can be expanded via the built in SD card slot.

In fairness, however, and despite our flippancy, the Philips PT44434 digital camera only costs just under $50, so perhaps we’re being a little too harsh, but not overly so – especially when you consider that your cell phone’s inbuilt camera is probably somewhat higher specified (even if you only got it free on contract).

With this in mind we cannot help but think that this camera will hardly appeal to the young ‘trendy’ consumer it’s so obviously trying to cater for but, instead, only to the likes of Aunt Agnus who simply refuses to accept that cell phones have a place in society and that cell phones with any form of lens is positively the result of witchcraft.

Read more: http://nexus404.com/Blog/2008/03/10/philips-pt44434-retro-inspired-ultra-slim-3mp-digital-camera/#ixzz0PNLtafVa

Not withstanding the fact that Philips’ definition of ‘retro’ is somewhat different to our own, the PT44434 Retro Inspired Ultra Slim Digital appears to be aimed squarely at consumers looking for a cheap point and shoot camera that will tuck easily away in the smallest of bags and, with all due respect to Philips, that’s about it.

Sporting a ‘generous 3MP resolution’ which, all said and done, is significantly less than a great many cell phones sport these days, the Philips PT44434, which measures in at just 0.5” in thickness, comes with built in flash and a 4x digital zoom; though, at a mere 3 megapixel resolution, x4 digital zoom is going to result in truly terrible image quality - but hey, at least it facilitates another feature to list in the camera’s specs (if nothing else)

Read more: http://nexus404.com/Blog/2008/03/10/philips-pt44434-retro-inspired-ultra-slim-3mp-digital-camera/#ixzz0PNMKSkvP

Connect your video camera to your computer

You've shot some video with your new digital video camera, and you want to import it into Windows Movie Maker so that you can edit it into a movie to share with your friends. Or, you've got hours of footage on old Hi-8 or VHS tapes that you want to edit and burn to a DVD foris to connect your video camera to your computer. an upcoming family reunion. Either way, your first step

USB. While more difficult and time-consuming to use than an i.Link connection, USB 2.0 will work with many digital video cameras. If you use a USB connection, you will need to manually rewind your tape using your camera, press the play button, and then begin capturing the video from Movie Maker. You can also use a USB connection to record live video from a webcam. To connect your camera to your computer, simply plug one end of the USB cable (included with your camera) into your video camera, and plug the other end into your computer.

Analog video. Older video cameras, such as Hi-8, VHS, or VHS-C video cameras, were not designed to connect to a computer. However, they can connect to a VCR or TV using analog video connections. Typically, these connections are with S-video or composite video cables. To connect this type of camera to your computer, use a video input adapter. USB video input adapters are the most convenient, but you can also buy internal cards for desktop computers. Then connect both the video and audio feeds from your camera to the video input adapter. If the video input adapter does not have an audio input port, connect the audio feed from your camera to your computer's line-in or microphone input.

JXD-662 : Slim Digital Camera

JXD China will soon released a new slim and cute digital camera which will only hit the Chinese market, the JXD-662 which features a 2.4-inch wide TFT display with 130K colors support and 512MB of internal memory with SD/MMC memory card slot up to 2GB. It also has pre-installed audio player software to play MP3 and MP4 supported files. The availability and pricing is still unknown. We will keep you update.

Slim Digital Camera By eNECESSITIES

If you are a sucker for slim cameras and liked the Credit Card camera, then you will surely like the Slim Digital Camera by eNECESSITIES. It has a VGA resolution so don’t expect any thing earth shattering and can store up to 320 pictures on its 64MB internal memory.

The Slim Digital Camera measures just 3 3/4″ x 2″ and also moonlights as a webcam. Shooting modes include; upto and continuous shoot, web camera mode, and energy saving mode.

Description
* Convenient mini digital camera can take up to 320 pictures

* 64 megabytes of internal memory


* Can be used as a web camera


* Several shooting modes including: auto and continuous shoot, web camera mode,


* Individually packaged in white box with instructions, software and USB connection cord

Sony Alpha-LV (Live View) Coming Soon?

After the announcement of Sony Alpha 200, there is a rumor of a possible launching of yet another Alpha series DLSR by Sony. No technical specification is released on the Internet but it is obvious that the main attraction shall be its swivel LCD display similar to the one on Olympus E-3. The latest camera released by Nikon the D300 and Canon the40D are equipped with the live view ability too.

It may be possible that Sony is planning on releasing a lower priced DSLR with live view ability in addition to the swivel feature. Current DSLR with live view ability are priced from USD1, 699.00, the Sony Alpha-LV may be priced at sub USD1, 000.00. Sony will be gaining more of the DSLR market share this year, 2008.

More Information
Ed ecco il live view!
CNET: Sony Alpha with Live View coming soon?

Coming Soon: Rolleiflex Medium Format Hy6 Camera

Germany’s Franke & Heideche, maker of the Rolleiflex brand of cameras, has started supplying preproduction samples of their new Hy6 medium format camera to their OEM customers Sinar and Leaf.

The Hy6, in 6×6 format, is the first digital-ready medium format camera designed to accept future digital backs with up to 48 x 48mm sensors.
Sinar’s Hy6 and Leaf’s Afi are expected to begin commercial production late next month after doing their own back integration tests.
[Via: Luminous Landscape]

One Response to “Coming Soon: Rolleiflex Medium Format Hy6 Camera”
Its nice to see a camera manufacture such as Franke & Heideche be able to work with the other top camera manufactures like Leaf and Sinar to create a great camera that is able to grow and adapt to the future of photography. Not many company's can create a system that is backward compatible and continuing to advance with science design.

Sony Alpha A900 Coming This Year

Sony's Alpha A900 full-frame digital camera is set to arrive sometime this August or September, featuring a whopping 24.6 megapixels in total to capture images of the environment and people around you. Other than the insanely high megapixel count, very little else is known about the Alpha A900. I suppose it is going to cost a bomb though.

A new Medium Format Camera by Fuji..wow!

It can do both 6×6 and 6×7 shots, and has manual or auto focus (excellent for camera-numpties like me!).
Specs for camera-nerds:
-80mm F3.5 fixed lense
-Iso Range 25-320
-Auto lense shutter
-SPD Sensor
-blah blah some other stuff that is way too dorky
Anyway, it looks fab, and there was me looking forward to a nice new medium format camera from santa, until the rumours of the price hit me like George Bests breath…..probably between £650 and £1000! Bloody hell, perhaps not then. I could get a lot of Holgas for that. They will probably hold their price well in the 2nd hand market though, and at least it’s reliable, which is a problem when you go into 30 year old camera territory.
Go for it if you have loads of cash though, it looks fab.
The British Journal of Photography has more photos
http://www.1854.eu/2008/09/live_from_photokina_fujis_medi.html

Fuij announced about a year ago a NEW 120 medium format camera-the GF670, and the good news is, it’s coming very soon. It is a joint collaboration with Voigtlander, and will be marketed as a Voigtlander Bessa III outside of Japan. It becomes obvious when you see the Bessa II:

New Lomography Product Unveiled: The Diana Mini

For the last few weeks LSI have been playing a guessing game with fans over their new product launch, revealing new clues every few days. People were left guessing with the first few clues, until the Diana Mini was listed on their camera listing page and photos were posted on a few French websites (which have now been taken down).
Now the press embargo has been lifted, here’s some info:
Press Release:
Lomography introduces the all new Diana Mini 35mm film camera. Reminiscent of her big sister with the renowned classic beauty of the retro Diana F+, it would be a mistake not to see the “Mini” as a unique individual. With features like Square Format and Half-Frame photos on just one Film, the Diana Mini takes creative options on a whole new level. Handy – sized Half-Frame cameras l were very fashionable in the 1960 but their popularity as other 35mm cameras became more compact. The ability to fit an amazing 72 shots onto one roll of 35mm film was forgotten in the digital age.

Now, what was lost, Lomography has found and made even better. In an instant you can choose between the legendary Half-Frame format or switch to the very rare format: Square on 35mm!

A revolutionary come back in analogue photography in a Mini package.

Casio and Sony Coming Together For All Your Picture Taking Endeavours

Here's another fantastic deal on some photographic supplies and equipment. This bulk auction consists of the following items: Casio Exilim EX-Z500 digital camera with 3x zoom and 5 megapixels; Casio Exilim 7.2 megapixel camera, model EX-Z75; Sony Cybershot DXC-W1Z0 with 4x zoom and 7.2 megapixels, 1 Case logic camera case, and several other camera related goodies. No cables or chargers are included in this sale. The current bid for this auction is $150 with 4 online bids already placed. Hurry and register now to learn more about this amazing online deal. This auction ends on today so hurry!




Labels: auction, bulk, cameras, Casio, consumer electronics, Exilim, lot, Sony, surplus camera equipment, surplus cameras

Apple Tablet, Really Coming?

Rumours around Apple making a tablet to add to they line-up of products are increasing everyday. If they do make it, there might be 2 versions of it. One with camera, other for educational purposes. Prices could be around USD$800. Check out the picture below, tell me your views.




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A New Video Camera!

just returned from picking up our new video camera and we’re all so excited in the office to start filming!

Since we’re all so enthusiastic about our new toy, you can expect some video updates in the coming weeks. We have a lot of fun ideas planned for you: author interviews, event footage, book trailers, videoblogs – and a few surprises too!



As always, we also want to hear from you!



What would you love to see us do with our new camera?

What book trailers have you seen and loved?

What interests you about books and publishing that you’d like to hear more about?

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Kodak Zi6 Pocket Camera to Challenge My Trusty Flip?

I'm obviously a big fan of the Flip Video camera because of its portability and simple video uploading functions. My YouTube page has never been easier to populate! And of course, since the Flip was first on the scene, there are bound to be challengers pop up with improved capabilities. Enter the Kodak Zi6 Pocket Video Camera


Coming just in time for the holiday season on Oct. 1, the Zi6 boasts some pretty impressive specs: HD recording at 16:9 aspect ratio, flip-out USB connector, 2.4-inch screen, on board slow motion playback, tripod mountable body, and an expandable SD/SDHC card slot that can hold up to 32 GB, which equals hours of video fun. The Zi6 is priced at an affordable $180 in your choice of black or pink, and will come stocked with video editing software to let you personalize your flicks with text, music, and still-photo extraction for sharing. It's the newest evolution in on-the-go video cameras! I'm definitely adding this bad boy to my Christmas list this year!

Nintendo DSi handheld coming in April

We’ve been waiting for this news for awhile - and it’s now official. The Nintendo DSi handheld will be out in the US in April. The new version will have larger screens, 2 cameras and an SD slot in place of the Game Boy cartridge slot. Flash storage will work with an online marketplace for downloadable games available via the unit’s built-in Wi-Fi connection.




Nintendo is making it official: a new version of the popular DS handheld, the Nintendo DSi will go on sale in the U.S. on April 5. The new system will sell for $170 ($169.99) and come in black or blue - and with a lot of added functionality beyond the current model. Other upgrades include a slimmer, sleeker profile with slightly larger display screens. The DSi has two cameras — an outward-aiming camera for taking pictures of others, as well as an internal one for taking pictures of the person holding the system, a feature incorporated into some current games available for the Japanese DSi (on sale since November). - From USA Today

Evolution of the Live Preview in Digital Photography

Live Preview in DSLRs A few manufacturers have tried to solve the DSLR live preview problem. Olympus actually made their initial attempt in 2000 and 2001 with the E-10 and E-20; while these cameras did not have interchangeable lenses, they split the beam of light that entered the lens, sending part to the viewfinder and part to the sensor. However, this resulted in poor sensitivity and a dim view through the viewfinder.More recently, in 2005 Fuji released the FinePix S3 Pro and Canon released the EOS-20Da for astrophotography. Both of these cameras offer mirror lockup, which held open the shutter, permitting light to fall on the sensor and stream a live view. However, this method also prevented light from reaching both the viewfinder and the phase detection AF/auto exposure mechanisms, which also need some light to function

With the release of the world’s first live preview on a DSLR camera, we reflect upon the roots of the liquid crystal display and the live preview. Not too long ago, photographers had to rely solely upon an optical viewfinder to frame their pictures. Sometimes the viewfinder was inaccurate and other times it was simply just too small a view to be practical.

Kingston Ultimate CompactFlash Cards Reach 266x

After picking up the Canon EOS Digital Rebel XTi camera ($579), Canon Speedlite 430EX flash ($229), Canon EF-S 17-85MM f4-5.6 IS USM lens ($389)and Canon 200EG Deluxe Photo Backpack ($32), we were well on our way to putting together a solid enthusiast camera. The only thing left that we needed was a solid memory card to complete our new camera. Kingston Technology offers CompactFlash in three speed grades; CompactFlash, CompactFlash Elite Pro and CompactFlash Ultimate. The standard Kingston CompactFlash series is aimed at low-cost and amateurs. Kingston doesn't state the speed of their standard series on there site, but we asked and were told that it was 10x. The Kingston CompactFlash Elite Pro series is rated at 133x and is aimed at enthusiasts and professionals. With 25MB/sec. read and 20MB/sec. write speeds the CompactFlash Elite Pro series will be more than enough for most consumers. The fastest CompactFlash series that Kingston offers is rightly named Ultimate. With 45MB/sec. read and 40MB/sec. write speeds these cards are some of the fastest on the market and rival the SanDisk Extreme IV series that offer read/write up to 40MB/sec.
Since speed and performance is something we crave here at Legit Reviews we picked up the 8GB Kingston CompactFlash Ultimate card. At 266X, this card should have more than enough speed and would give us improved storage capacity over our current 2GB and 4GB CompactFlash memory cards. At $175, the Kingston 8GB Ultimate 266X CompactFlash Card is certainly not the lowest price card on the market, but what did you expect for the fastest card available from Kingston? Our camera and current accessories already add up to over $1200 plus shipping, so what is another $175! :) Many high-end digital cameras start for more than this, so if you are interested in getting a digital SLR camera, get ready to open your pocket book.

With Digital SLR cameras coming down in price, many consumers are looking at these cameras versus the old point and shoot style. Many of the new digital SLR cameras don't come with a memory card, so consumers purchasing a SLR camera will also need to pick up a memory card. Canon and Nikon are the leaders in the digital SLR camera revolution and both use CompactFlash memory cards in the majority of their high-end cameras. All Canon digital SLR cameras use Compact Flash, as do select Nikon cameras like the D200 and D300. Legit Reviews recently picked up the Canon EOS Digital Rebel XTi, which is a 10.1 Megapixel camera that could be found for under $500 just before the holiday season. Upgrading from a 5 Megapixel point and shoot camera from 2004 (Canon Powershot S60) to a 10.1 Megapixel digital SLR camera was a big change and the need for a larger memory card was a must.

Samsung NX.....coming soon

Samsung NX is a hybrid digital camera system that uses a larger APS-C sensor. The NX system bridges the gap between a DSLR and compact point-and-shoot digital cameras

SEOUL, KOREA – March 2, 2009 – Samsung Digital Imaging Co., Ltd. used PMA 2009 as the global launching pad for the NX Series, the company’s revolutionary new family of hybrid digital cameras. A new concept digital camera, the NX Series offers the performance and image quality of a DSLR and the portability and convenience of a compact point-and-shoot. With the NX Series, Samsung will become a global leader in the new hybrid market.
Samsung’s new NX Series bridges the gap between a DSLR and compact point-and-shoot digital camera by combining the benefits of both in one new model. Like conventional DSLRs, the NX Series utilizes an APS?C sized image sensor providing a much larger surface area to gather light and produce higher-quality images than comparable digital camera systems. Unlike a DSLR, the NX Series does not feature a mirror box and employs an ultra-precise Electronic Viewfinder (EVF).

Powerful, configurable smart cameras

Benefits
Simplify system integration by using a camera, processor and software development package from a single vendor with over 30 years of industry experience
Reliably handle typical production rates by way of a powerful embedded Intel® architecture processor running Microsoft® Windows® CE real-time operating system
Conveniently administer, control and monitor application and device through a web-based user interface
Tackle different image resolution, size and speed requirements through a choice of monochrome CCD sensors
Synchronize image capture and processing to the production process using the externally triggered electronic camera shutter
Directly interface to other automation equipment through the integrated digital I/Os, Ethernet and serial ports
Communicate over the factory-floor and enterprise networks by way of an Ethernet interface
Sturdy, dust-proof and washable IP67-rated casing that can be used in a variety of applications

Matrox Iris GT is a line of powerful smart cameras with Matrox Design Assistant 2.1, an intuitive, versatile and extendable integrated development environment (IDE). Manufacturing engineers and technicians can easily and quickly configure and deploy machine vision applications on a highly integrated platform without the need for conventional programming. Video capture, analysis, location, measurement, reading, verification, communication and I/O operations as well as a web-based operator interface are all set up within the single IDE.

All of the controls are located on the back of the camera and they're super easy to use

The battery and memory card slots are protected beneath a rubber sealed cover that locks (view larger image)
The back of the Pentax WPi has a 2-inch color screen that is easy enough to see even in sunlight and great for reviewing pictures you have taken. There is no optical viewfinder to use, but that's partly because it would be harder to make the camera waterproof if there were one.

Design and Look
The Optio WPi is fairly slim (4-in x 2-in x 0.9 in) so it's easy to carry. Although it is waterproof and dustproof, it does not adopt a rugged look, but rather uses a stylish brushed metal look. The only way you can tell the Pentax Optio WPi is waterproof is by the extra rubberized seal around the battery and memory card compartment and also the fact these compartments have a sliding door that locks in place over the top of them.

The Pentax Optio WPi is a 6.0-megapixel camera and is JIS Class 8 waterproof --

The 2-inch screen on the back of the WPi offers good viewing of the subject matter so an optical view finder is not necessary (view larger image)
Usability

The Pentax WPI offers quick start up, 3x zoom and is very easy to use. If you'd rather not think about what mode you should use for a specific shot, then just select what Pentax calls "Green Mode". Hold in the button on the back of the camera with a green dot to switch to this mode, a smiley green face will pop up and the words "Green Mode" to indicate your camera will take over with autofocus and autoflash and all you have to do is push the button on top of the camera to take a picture. Now that's true point-and-shoot ease.

Quick Specs for Pentax Optio WPi

Pentax Optio WPi

Weight: 4.2 ounces
Auto Focus: 9 point AF, Spot AF, Manual, Tracking AF in Sport, Kids
Battery: D-LI8 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
Connector Type: USB 2.0 / Audio/Video Output
Digital Storage Media: SD Memory Card
Dimensions (WxDxH): 4" x 0.9" x 2.0"
Display: 2-inch type, 115,000 pixels TFT LCD monitor with Histogram display LCD
Effective Sensor Resolution: 6.0 MP
Focal Length: 6.3 mm -- 18.9 mm
Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera: 38 mm - 114 mm
Lens Construction: 11 elements in 9 groups (3 aspherical elements)
Memory / Flash: Internal Memory: 10.5 MB (approximately)
Optical Sensor Resolution: Still: Up to 2816x2112 Pixels, Movie: Up to 320x240 Pixels
Optical Sensor Size: 1/2.5"
Optical Sensor Type: Charge Coupled Device (CCD)
White Balance: Auto, Pre-set (Daylight, Shade, Tungsten light, Fluorescent light), Manual
Zoom: 3X Optical / 4X Digital / Total 12X
Resistance to the Elements

Pentax WPi Waterproof 6.0 Megapixel Camera Quick Review (pics)

Whether you're heading to the beach to escape the cold or hitting the ski slopes to enjoy some winter sport, you'll want to have a digital camera with you to capture the memories. What you don't want is ocean water or slushy wet snow getting into that digital camera you take and rendering it useless. A waterproof camera would be perfect in either scenario; enter the Pentax WPi 6.0 Megapixel camera -- designed to resist water and dust so that it's "lifeproof" and keeps on working in rain, snow, or dust storm!

Mini Camera Necklace

Description
This necklace is much daintier than the other camera necklace we offer and is wonderful for camera lovers and photographers alike.Camera is approximately 3/4" wide and fairly thin. The camera comes on an 18" ball chain.Want a short chain? Just let me know how long you'd like it in the "message to seller" and I'll make it happen!

vivitar with red filter v2

Vivitar Ultra Wide and Slim / red filter mod version 3.Following on from v2 (red filter attached by means of electrical tape), and v1 (red filter held over lens by hand)... ...come this, my latest refinement - a £1.50 67-52mm step down ring superglued in place. Now I can screw the red filter on, stick a lens cap on that, and chuck it in my bag - no more bits of tape everywhere.(You can see where I initially stuck it, then realised with the extra depth of the step down ring I'd get really obvious vignetting where it was, so I prized it off and repositioned - having to slightly overlap the viewfinder so that the filter sits central to the lens)

Vivitar Ultra Wide and Slim + red filter.For shooting black and white film. Worked surprisingly well. v1 was a smaller filter taped over the lens only, then I found this bigger red, which fits nicely over the lens and the viewfinder