Digital SLR Blog

GeoSpatial Experts are now offering the GPS-enabled Nikon COOLPIX P6000 digital camera with their GPS-Photo Link Express software. All of the Nikon COOLPIX P6000 bundles offered by GeoSpatial Experts are priced below $1000 and for more information go to http://www.geospatialexperts.com/.

“The beauty of the Nikon COOLPIX P6000 bundle is that both the camera and GPS-Photo Link software are simple enough for anyone to use, but they each offer capabilities that will meet the diverse needs of business users and mapping professionals,” said Rick Bobbitt, President of GeoSpatial Experts.

A new firmware update is available for the Ricoh R10 compact camera. Version 1.17 modifies the LCD color balance to reduce a reddish tint that has emerged in a number of models. For more information head over here.

The new Vivitar ViviCam 8027 is a throwback to the seventies. The eight-megapixel shooter comes equipped with a 3x optical zoom lens and also features a 2.4-inch LCD. No word on pricing or availability but for more info on the retro shooter go here.

At the  Focus on Imaging 2009 event, Phase One will be showcasing their entire range of Digital Backs and also the Capture One software. Here is the list of events Phase One will be presenting:

The Seminars and presentations running all day featuring Walter Borchenko, Drew Gardner and Adrian Weinbrecht
- Advanced techniques for Capture One 4 Pro v4.6
- Hands on demonstrations of Phase One Digital Backs, including the new 60.5 MP P 65+ with Sensor+ technology
- Hands on demonstrations of the Phase One Camera System
- Special show offers available exclusively at Focus!

The newly announced  Sony Cyber-shot H20 totes a 10-megapixel resolution and comes equipped with a Carl Zeiss 10x optical zoom lens. One will also come across now mandatory Sony features like Optical SteadyShot image stabilization and Smile Shutter technology. The prosumer camera also features wide and full-screen 720p movie recording at 30 frames per second in fine, standard and VGA recording modes.


[Via DCI ]

Pentax's white K2000 DSLR is now in stock and if you fancy this white beauty then head over here to purchase it. It ships in one day and is retailing for $679.95.


What's In The Box:

    * DA-L 18-55 Lens
    * DA-L 50-200 Lens
    * USB Cable I-USB17
    * Strap O-ST84
    * Hot Shoe Cover FK
    * Eyecup FQ
    * Body Mount Cover
    * 4 AA Energizer Lithium Batteries
    * Software CD-ROM S-SW84

The Fujifilm FinePix S1000 is a new 10 megapixel shooter that comes equipped with a Fujinon 12x optical zoom (33mm-396mm equivalent) lens. Apart from a 2.7” high-resolution (230k dots) LCD, the prosumer camera also features Fujifilm’s Dual Image Stabilization and SR Auto (Automatic Scene Recognition). The FinePix S1500fd will debut in March 2009 at a retail price of $249.95.

[Via DCI ]

The GigaPan Epic lets one take highly detailed panoramas with any point-and-shoot digital camera. In fact the now  famous President Obama's inaugural address picture was taken by using the GigaPan Epic. Retailing for $379, one needs to attach the Epic to a digicam. Then  thousands of resulting images are downloaded to a computer and the GigaPan Stitcher software automatically combines them into a panorama.

The Nikon Coolpix L100 is the latest “prosumer” camera on the block. Touting a 10-megapixel resolution, the L100 has a 15x zoom NIKKOR lens that covers a wide-angle 28mm to super-telephoto 420mm (35mm-format equivalent). The L100’s Sports Continuous Mode allows up to 13 fps and other features include In-Camera Red-Eye Fix for beautiful portraits, D-Lighting for in-camera image enhancement, 15 Scene Modes, movies with sound, and Active Zoom, amongst others.

If the white Pentax K2000 caught your fancy then head over to the Pentax store to pre-order it. It’s retailing for $679.95 and should be available by mid February. The limited edition camera comes bundled with a white smc PENTAX DA L 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 AL lens, and a white smc PENTAX DA L 50-200mm F4-5.6 AL lens.

Those who purchase a Phase One P 30+ or a P 45+ camera system will now be privy to selected lenses at no additional charge. The offer is valid till March 31, 2009 and for pricing: contact local Phase One dealer: http://www.phaseone.com/Content/ContactUs/LocateDealer.aspx.

    

Phase One P 30+ Camera System Offer
Phase One P 30+ Digital Back (31 MP)
Phase One 645 Camera Body
Capture One Software
Three Phase One Digital Lenses: a 45mm, an 80mm and a 120mm Macro lens at no extra charge!

At CES one got to witness Sony’s attempt to cash into the social networking trend. The imaging giants unveiled MHS-CM1 and MHS-PM1 Webbie HD™ cameras that aim to capture daily events in high definition video (1440x1080/30p) and 5-megapixel still photos. The portable digicams come in funky colors like eggplant, orange and silver and will be sold at Sony Style retail stores, and through authorized dealers nationwide.The MHS-CM1 camera is now retailing for about $200 and the MHS-PM1 model will be available in April for about $170.

At CES one got to witness Sony’s attempt to cash into the social networking trend. The imaging giants unveiled MHS-CM1 and MHS-PM1 Webbie HD™ cameras that aim to capture daily events in high definition video (1440x1080/30p) and 5-megapixel still photos. The portable digicams come in funky colors like eggplant, orange and silver and will be sold at Sony Style retail stores, and through authorized dealers nationwide.The MHS-CM1 camera is now retailing for about $200 and the MHS-PM1 model will be available in April for about $170.

The Kodak Z980 is a new 12-megapixel camera whose claim to fame is its  24x zoom lens. Scheduled to ship in Spring 2009, the prosumer camera will retail for $399.95 and will include features like; optical image stabilization, a 3-inch LCD, detachable vertical grip and hot shoe for an optional Kodak P20 flash.


[Via DCI ]

It’s no secret that panoramic shots can be tricky and usually require a lot of expertise. Giroptic has unveiled what it says to be the “world's first truly automated 360° digital camera”. The camera is capable of taking high-quality panoramic shots with just one click and is ideal for those who are involved in real estate, promotional activities and the creation of digital presentations.

[Via DC Views ]

Pentax has announced a white version of its  entry-level K2000 DSLR. The limited edition camera comes bundled with a white smc PENTAX DA L 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 AL lens, and a white smc PENTAX DA L 50-200mm F4-5.6 AL lens. The limited edition white PENTAX K2000 kit will be available in February 2009 however there is no word on pricing.

Those looking for a DSLR alternative can give the Fujifilm S100fs a shot as it also recently got honored with DIWA Gold Award. The S100fs features a 14.3x zoom lens and has an 11 Megapixel resolution.

Kai Thon, test manager of DIWA Labs, concludes: “Too many D-SLR owners never make use of the camera’s interchangeable lens advantage. Choosing the Fujifilm FinePix S100FS with the powerful high-performance 14.3x Fujinon zoom lens covers virtually any photographic task; all in one lens. Although the camera’s image quality may not quite match a comparable D-SLR in all respects, many versatile features and a comfortable D-SLR-like design make the Fujifilm FinePix S100FS into a very sensible and budget friendly alternative.”


Unbiased test results by DxO Analyzer of the image quality are available at:http://www.diwa-labs.com.

Firmware update 1.15  for the Ricoh R10 is now available for download. The update fixes the following issues:

1.  At enlarged display in the playback mode, if you press the DISP. button to switch the position display window off, the right side frame of the window may remain.
2. When you use an 8 MB SD card that has not been formatted in a camera, if you playback the first picture in the card in a camera, the picture will not be displayed.

Firmware Update 1.1 is now available for the high end Nikon Coolpix P6000 compact camera. The following changes have been made in version 1.1.

- When pictures were taken with the Wide Converter WC-E76, with the Wide-angle converter and Distortion control items in the shooting menu set to On, the effects of distortion control were weak. This issue has been resolved.
- When Autofocus mode in the shooting menu was added to My Menu and autofocus mode set to Full-time AF, the setting was displayed as Single AF in My Menu. This issue has been resolved.

Nikon Coolpix P6000 Firmware Update 1.1 (Windows)

Nikon Coolpix P6000 Firmware Update 1.1 (Mac)

The Canon EOS 450D or the Digital Rebel XSi was recently reviewed by Digicam Review.  The DSLR scored brownie points for its good image quality, excellent color rendering, and lack of red-eye effect, fast focusing time, excellent shutter response and intuitive interface. The reviewer pointed out that its one of the cheapest 12.2 megapixel cameras on the market making it an excellent value of money.

Summary:
"The Canon EOS450D is a robust lightweight SLR camera that provides an impressive 12.2 mega pixels with image stabilising lens. Image quality is generally excellent and images are useable up to ISO1600 and tend to maintain good detail. The camera's screen works well and battery life is excellent. Overall this is an appealing camera offering excellent value for money, and a number of features that should suit experienced amateurs as well as experts."