The European photographic company, AgfaPhoto has unveiled its new rugged DC-600uw camera. The DC-600uw camera has been designed for resistant to dust, shock and underwater submersion of up to 30 feet deep. The phone is featured with hot key button for users to toggle between land and underwater mode easily.
Featured with a 2.4-inch LCD display, DC-600uw is also equipped a 6.1-megapixel CCD with 5x digital zoom with face recognition focus function. It also supports YouTube video recoding and has built-in 32MB of internal memory. In addition, it supports up to 8GB SDHC memory card and comes with two AA batteries.
Available in blue, the Agfaphoto DC-600uw is priced at 149 euros in Europe. The camera is also available in US via Plawa for the price of $199.
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In 1959, Olympus launched a PEN series of camera that revolutionized the way we take photo. It is built with the photographic optics of an SLR and the size and simplicity of a point-and-shoot. Now, after 50 years, the PEN is back. Olympus introduces new Olympus PEN, which is totally digital and features groundbreaking technology. It comes with extraordinary abilities to create even more than what was thought possible. The camera has superior optics, interchangeable lenses and multimedia capabilities. It combines the creative freedom of a sophisticated digital SLR with the simple controls and small size of a point-and- shoot.
This new ultra-compact hybrid device can even record HD quality movies and add Art Filter effects. The E-P1 packs all the advantages of Olympus imaging technology, such as image stabilization, a dust reduction system, and bright interchangeable lenses.
It is now available for pre-order at Adorama, Amazon, B&H and J&R, priced at $749 (body only), $799 (with 14-42mm lens), and $899 (with 17mm pancake lens and viewfinder).
Summary of Features
Small & stylish design
* Small and light-weight
* Micro Four Thirds System
* Stylish design with metal finish
* Two colours
SLR image quality
* 12.3 Megapixel Live MOS Sensor
* TruePic V image processor
* Built-in IS with max. 4 EV steps efficiency
* Adapter for all ZUIKO DIGITAL & OM lenses
Easy operation
* New developed GUI via Live Control for easiest operation
* Automatic scenes with i-Auto
* Clear skin with e-Portrait
* Two dials for easy handling
* Face Detection and Shadow Adjustment Technology
* 20 shooting modes (5 exposure modes, i-Auto mode, 14 scene modes)
Creativity and HD Movie
* HD Movie with stereo sound featuring depth of field and Art Filters
* Art Filters, Multi-Aspect ratios
* Multi Exposure function
* Olympus software to apply Art Filters for Photo taken earlier.
* Supprt special lenses e.g. fisheye is available via Four Thirds lens adapter
Additional features of the Olympus Pen:
* HDMI TV interface
* Linear PCM sound recording
* Level gauge
* Hi-Speed USB 2.0 interface
* 3 fps with sequential shooting (max 14 in RAW mode)
* ISO 100-6400 wide-ranging sensitivity
* Bracketing functions for white balance and exposure
* Supersonic Wave Filter dust reduction system
* Wide dynamic range in highly lit areas
* Simultaneous writing of RAW and JPEG
* SD memory card (SDHC compatible)
* High-speed data writing and lossless RAW compression for quick processing
* Large 7.6cm/3.0” HyperCrystal LCD
* AE/AF lock functionality for individual customisation
* Auto gradation adjustment to prevent blown highlights and blocked-in shadows
* Remote release possible via the optional remote cable RM-UC1
Olympus Pen E-P1 comes in following configurations:
* E-P1 Kit Silver/Black
(E-P1 body silver & M. ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14-42mm 1:3.5-5.6 lens black)
* E-P1 Kit Silver/Silver
(E-P1 body silver & M. ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14-42mm 1:3.5-5.6 lens silver)
* E-P1 Kit White/Silver
(E-P1 body white & M. ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14-42mm 1:3.5-5.6 lens silver)
* E-P1 Pancake Kit Silver
(E-P1 body silver & M. ZUIKO DIGITAL 17mm 1:2.8 Pancake lens silver & VF-1)
* E-P1 Pancake Kit White
(E-P1 body white & M. ZUIKO DIGITAL 17mm 1:2.8 Pancake lens silver & VF-1)
* E-P1 Double Lens Kit
(E-P1 body silver & M. ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14-42mm 1:3.5-5.6 lens black & M. ZUIKO DIGITAL 17mm 1:2.8 Pancake lens silver & VF-1)
New accessories:
* M. ZUIKO DIGITAL ED 14-42mm 1:3.5-5.6 lens
* M. ZUIKO DIGITAL 17mm 1:2.8 Pancake lens
* MMF-1 adapter for all Four Thirds lenses
* MF-2 adapter for all OM lenses
* FL-14 flash
* VF-1 external optical view finder
* Leather strap in white and brown
* Leather body jacket in white and brown
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The leading manufacturer of digital SLRs, compact cameras, lenses and accessories, PENTAX has announced the availability of its new sleek PENTAX Optio W80. It’s the 12.1 megapixel compact digital camera which combines waterproof, dustproof, coldproof as well as shockproof designs in a single device, featuring wide angle 28mm lens with 5x optical zoom, HD movie capture, Pixel Track SR, Digital SR and Movie SR.
Key features of PENTAX Optio W80:
* Waterproof design withstands depths of up to 16 feet (5 meters)
* Shockproof design protects against drops of up to 3.3 feet (1 meter)
* Coldproof design allows the camera to be used in sub-freezing temperatures of 14 degrees Fahrenheit (-10 degrees Celsius)
* 2.5-inch TFT LCD monitor with anti-reflective coating and brightness adjustment
* 5X internal optical zoom lens helps repel water, grime and finger marks thanks to Super Protect (SP) coating
* Widescreen, HD movie capture records up to (1280×720 pixels resolution) video at 30 frames per second
* Fast Face Detection technology detects up to 32 faces in 0.03 seconds, along with Smile Capture and Blink Detection
* Pixel Track Shake Reduction (SR) ensures sharp images in any lighting condition, without adding high ISO noise
* Super Macro mode focuses small subjects as close as 1 cm
* Dimensions (W x H x D): 3.9 x 2.2 x 1.0 inches ; Weight: 4.8 oz (without battery)
The new slim PENTAX Optio W80 that available in Cardinal Red, Azure Blue and Gunmetal Gray colors will hit the market in coming July for about $300. In addition, PENTAX also offers two new accessories for Optio W80: custom designed clear protective skin ($17) and comfortable floating wrist strap ($20).
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The exclusive licensee for GE branded cameras, General Imaging has released its new 12.2 megapixel GE E1250TW digital camera, which the company claims as its most feature-rich touch-screen digital camera yet, featuring next-generation touch-panel controls for swiping, rotation as well as zoom.
Highlights of GE E1250TW:
* 28mm wide-angle lens with 5x optical zoom
* 3-inch Auto-Adjust LCD touch screen that can automatically adjusts light conditions
* Image Stabilization automatically overcomes shaking or blurring
* Pan-Capture Panorama for capturing scenic-wide images, like ballpark, mountains, beach and urban landscape
* Auto Scene Detection automatically determines the most appropriate scene type
* Face, Blink and Smile Detection aimed for optimal results
* 116MB internal memory, high sensitivity up to ISO 1600 and HDTV Output
* Red-eye removal removes the appearance of red eyes in subjects
“Our new E1250TW offers a new level of refinement and flexibility for our customers,” said Tom Haga, CEO for General Imaging. “The feature set is unsurpassed for a camera in this price range.”
The new stylish GE E1250TW digital camera that powered by rechargeable lithium ion battery is available for MSRP of $199.
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