Another release from Panasonic today, the Lumix ZS3 digital camera that features 12x optical zoom. Available in silver, black, blue, and red, this compact camera can record HD video (1280 x 720) at 60 frames/second in AVCHD Lite format. The video can then be displayed on an HDTV via HDMI. Other specs include a large 3-inch LCD with 460,000 pixels, a 12.7MP CCD, Intelligent Auto Mode with “face recognition†features that can remember faces that frequently appear. [Press Release via Digital Camera Blog] More
Casio has released not one but four new digital cameras in the form of the Casio Exilim EX-Z400, EX-Z270, EX-S12, and EX-S5. One of the most interesting camera is the Casio EX-Z400, a 12.1MP camera with 4x optical zoom, a 28mm wide angle lens, a 3 inch LCD, the CCD-Shot image stabilizer, and a 550-shot battery. The Casio Exilim EX-Z400, EX-Z270, EX-S12, and EX-S5 are priced at $299.99, $229.99, $249.99, and $179.99, respectively. [Akihabara via Digital Camera Blog]
The Sony Cybershot G3 is the first internet-enabled camera. The digicam comes equipped with Wi-Fi connectivity and web-browser. Priced at around $500, the camera also offers 10 megapixel sensor with 4x optical zoom, a 3.5-inch touchscreen display, and a 4GB of built-in storage which is expandable via Memory Stick. [Gizmodo via Digital Camera Blog]
The Pentax K2000 DSLR camera is now available in a limited edition white that resembles the black-and-white cookie style. This delicious camera goes on sale in February 2009 for about $800. The lenses included with this Pentax K2000 system are the white versions of a newer series introduced with the DA L designation. Stay tuned for more updates. We will keep you posted. [Press Release via Digital Camera Blog]
Leica will release the limited edition Leica D-Lux 4 Titanium digital camera later this month. The camera will come with the leather case. You can purchase this digicam for around $1,400. [LeicaRumors via Digital Camera Blog]
Casio has recently rolled out its new Exilim digital camera that features 40fps continuous shooting. The Casio Exilim EX-FH20 comes equipped with a 9MP CMOS sensor with a 20X optical zoom lens. You can grab this digicam for 800,000 Korean Won. [AVING via Digital Camera Blog]
Nikon today introduced the long awaited D3x DSLR camera. It is a 24.5MP(CMOS Sensor) DSLR that is able to take pictures in 6048 x 4032 resolution with the EXPEED™ Image Processing System that shoots about 5 frame per seconds, and 7 fps in DX crop mode. Priced at €6300, the camera also boasts an ISO sensitivity from 100 to 1600, expandable to 50 (Lo-1), and 6400 (Hi-2). Other features include a 3-Inch LCD screen, and HDMI output. What makes the Nikon D3x more special is that it is also compatible with Nikon’s GP-1 GPS receiver, and is able to capture up to 4400 shots per single charge of its lithium ion battery. [Nikon via Digital Camera Blog]
The release date of the upcoming Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 digital camera has been unveiled. The camera will be launched in November 2008 with the price tag of $800. The camera comes equipped with a 14-45m /F3.5-5.6 kit lens. However, the telephoto lens (45-200mm /F4.0-5.6 OIS micro 4/3) will be released in the same month for $350. As a reminder, you can change the lenses of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1. Available in black, red, or blue, the camera is also designed to be easier to use than DSLR cameras. [Dpreview via Digital Camera Blog]
The BenQ DC C1060 compact camera has been unveiled. The digital camera boasts a 10MP sensor with a 3x optical zoom, and a 2.7-inch LCD screen. The DC C1060 also offers a “Super Shake Free” system and Smile Catch. The compact camera is able to record video at 720 x 400 or 640 x 480 resolution. The cool factor for this camera is that it comes with a stylish leather texture grip. No word on pricing or release date yet but, I am sure the BenQ DC C1060 will be released very soon. [LetsGoDigital via Digital Camera Blog]
by Johan on October 6, 2008
The CEATEC 2008 is a platform for Sony to unveil its DSC-T77 digital camera, which is touted as the thinnest digital camera in the market today. Measures 3.9mm thick, the digicam features a 3-inch LCD touchscreen with an updated intelligent scene recognition technology, Smile Shutter and face detection technologies, a high sensitivity shooting(up to ISO 3200), and eleven scene modes. Available in brown, pink, green, silver and black, the Sony DSC-T77 digital camera is priced at around 300,000 Korean Won. [AVING via Digital Camera Blog]
