In this short video edited by Fujifilm Global, you will have a quick glance at how the new peaking focus display works on the new Fujifilm X100S premium compact camera works and how this new feature will help you get extra sharp in focus subjects on your photos. THe great thing is that this new [...]
CES 2013: Nikon launches two new digital compact mirrorless 1″ cameras, the Nikon 1 J3 and S1. These 14 and 10 megapixel cameras provide simple, user-friendly point-and-shoot functions while featuring ultra-fast burst modes and advanced video functions. Aiming to expand its range of mirrorless cameras, Nikon revealed the new J3 that will be replacing the [...]
For the event of CES 2013 Sony has reworked their line of digital compact waterproof cameras and announced theTG-2, TG-830 and TG630. Olympus has taken a leap forward with their waterproof level with the TG-2 which resists water to depths of 15 m.(+/- 48 ft.). On the basis of the TG1 iHS which I had [...]
Sigma launches its new enthusiast compact camera featuring a Merrill generation Foveon X3 sensor and now equipped with a 50mm f/2.8 lens, optimized for macro and close-up photo shooting. 50mm f/2.8 lens Sigma’s announcement during this CES 2013 comes as a bit of a surprise. The new addition to the Foveon X3 Merrill [...]
Here it is finally ! The long awaited successor of the famous Fujifilm X100 comes to reality. While one might have expected a Fuji X200, Fujifilm is actually unveiling the new X100S which is taking over the premium compact digital camera that made Fuji glorious again ! With a 23mm fast prime lens and an [...]
I appreciated the Fujifilm X10 in my review of thi nice traditional camera for its user interface, its 2/3″sensor and its high quality fast lens. Today, Fujifilm is back with the replacement camera of the X10 unveiling the X20 which brings many improvements to the concept of high-end digital compact optical zoom camera, an area [...]
Fujifilm is refining the concept of “DESLR-like” bridge camera and unveil today the FinePix HS50EXR, a bridge camera featuring an impressive 42x zoom lens which makes a giant leap in seconds between 24 mm and 1000 mm. Fujifilm also equiped the new travel camera with the company’s new “Intelligent” hybrid autofocus system which takes advantage [...]
Here is the new waterproof compact camera of Fujifilm’s range : the FinePix XP60. This year, Fujifilm has focused on shooting speed and Full HD video performance of its tough camera. XP60 resistance The Fujifilm FinePix XP60 is waterproof till 6 m deep. The designers of this compact waterproof camera have also endowed the [...]
Panasonic’s 2013 waterproof digital camera, the new Lumix DMC-FT5 follows the lead set by the TZ40 in replacing the TZ30: boosting connectivity with new Wi-Fi and NFC technologies. Panasonic Lumix DMC-FT5: a tough player The new Panasonic Lumix DMC-FT5 is quite a rugged device. Panasonic is announcing it can dive 12 meters under water, [...]
Here’s the new (2013) crusher compact ultra-zoom from the Panasonic line: the Lumix DMC-TZ40 (EU) / DMC-ZS30 (USA). On the really strategic of ultrazoom digital compact cameras, Panasonic comes today with the developed on the evolution of the TZ30. The TZ40 / ZS30comes to the market putting the accent on the possibilities offered by a [...]
Canon unveils today the Ixus 140, an ultra-compact camera in a beautifully designed body. It features a stabilized 8x optical zoom and Wi-Fi connectivity for wireless photo and video sharing. Connect it to a smartphone and you can even share on the go. In this CES 2013, along with the Ixus 140, Canon announced the [...]
With The Powershot N unveiled today ahead of the CES 2013 opening, Canon innovates and targets amateur photographers who want to sharpen their creativity as well as sharing their works of art on social networks on the go. This little high-tech ultra-compact camera is unmatched on the market today. It has a touch-screen, gets the [...]
Pentax unveils today its high-end compact camera with a 1/1. 7″ backside illuminated CMOS sensor and a promissing fast lens. Here is the Pentax MX-1. The Pentax MX-1 gets what it takes ti ensure the success of a compact camera aimed towards enthusiast photographers with the adoption of 1/1.7″ larger than usual sensor , more [...]
Like its predecessor the NX200 / NX210, the Samsung NX300 mirrorless camera gets an APS-C CMOS sensor of 20.3 megapixels. Samsung announced it as a new sensor. The technical data provided by Samsung about it are patchy to say the least, but it is likely to adopt a hybrid autofocus borrowing some photo diodes to [...]
Olympus has announced the Olympus SZ-14 (European name) / SZ-12 (US name), a camera featuring a crazy zoom x number : 24x ! What I like about it : – 24x zoom lens that makes you forget you ever wanted to buy a bridge. – its 25-600mm optical range, perfect for landscapes in wide-angle and [...]
When I was in Las Vegas for the CES 2012, I spent 2 hours with Fujifilm Japan and the X-Pro1. I am preparing a full hands-on preview of the APS-C mirrorless camera, but, let me firts post these video from the -Pro1. On the first one, I recorded the noise and strange way of ficusing [...]
I spent 2 hours in a very private meeting with Fujifilm Japan X-series team and the X-Pro1 (actually they also showcased the X100 Black Edition which is gorgeous). While I am struggling to find time to post the entire hands-on preview of this the X-pro1, a much anticipated mirrorless samera, needless to say… here are [...]
It was the second time I met with the D4. First time in Paris at Nikon School of Photography on December the 23rd, then here in Vegas at CES 2012. I won’t spoil the content of this quick preview of the D4, but, to put it in a nutshell : it is going to be [...]
Hi gang, I just had a meeting with Fujifilm Japan this afternoon. There was the X team and they showcased the X-Pro1 as well as the X100 Black premium edition. They finaly gave me the lens roadmap, of course, the Fujinon XF roadmap for 2012 and 2013. Here it is : 2012 : 14mm [...]
Sigma unveiled two fast and light prime lenses designed for mirrorless cameras. They are starting the”DN” range among Sigma lenses, which will mean they are aimed to be mounted on hybrid calmeras. These lenses will be available in Micro 4:3 (Olympus Pen and Pnasonic Lumix G) and Sony E mount (for Sony NEX cameras). We [...]
