Pentax has officially released their latest retro point-and-shoot camera, the Optio I-10. Priced at 26,000 Yen ($289), the camera comes equipped with a gyro-based image stabilizer, a 12.1MP CCD sensor, up to 6400 ISO sensitivity, a 5x optical zoom, a 2.7-inch LCD screen, Face Detection and a 26.7MB built-in Memory (expandable with SD/SDHC memory Cards). This camera also supports HD video recording in 1280×720 pixel resolution. Measuring 100.5mm x 65.0mm x 28.0mm and weighing 153grams, the Pentax Optio I-10 is scheduled to be released at the end of February 2010. [Akihabara via Digital Camera Blog]
The Exilim Zoom EX-Z450 is the latest addition to the Casio’s point-and-shoot camera series. It is a 12.1MP shooter that adopts Exilim Engine 4.0, a 4x optical zoom, and is capable of recording video in 720/24p. In addition, the camera also has an ISO range of 64 to 3200, a 35.7 MB of internal memory, and a new Automatic Focus mode that automatically detects the photo subject even if it is not a human face. The EX-Z450 should automatically adjust exposure and focus to best capture the non-human (or human) subject. It is also capable of high-speed burst shooting at up to 10fps at a reduced resolution. The Casio Exilim Zoom EX-Z450 is priced at $199.99 when it is released in October 2009. [Digital Camera Review]
The E1250TW is the latest point-and-shoot camera from GE. This 12-megapixel camera boasts a 28mm wide angle lens, 5x optical zoom and a 3-inch touchscreen display. Other interesting specs include auto detection, face detection, blink detection, smile detection, an auto adjust LCD, red-eye removal, Pan-capture Panorama and HDTV output. The E1250TW is now available for purchase on HSN and on Amazon.com. [OhGizmo via Digital Camera Blog]
Canon has rolled out its new digital camera known as the Canon PowerShot D10 IS. Compared to most digital cameras, D10 is rather special, it’s waterproof, freeze proof and shockproof as well. It has the capabilities to withstand depths up to 33 feet, freeze proof down to 14 degrees Fahrenheit and shockproof up to four feet of drop, pretty awesome! Other interesting features include a 12.1-megapixel resolution, 3X optically stabilized zoom lens and VGA video recording capabilities. The camera is likely to hit the market in early May for $329.99. [Gizmodo via Digital Camera Blog] Read more
