Nikon 1 V1 Camera Review

Posted by martin on December 19, 2011 0 comments

The Nikon 1 V1 camera is very handy, user-friendly and gives extremely high quality pictures. Its easy functions on the mode dial and can be operated from four main functions: Still image mode, Movie mode, Motion Snapshot mode, and Smart Photo Selector mode. So capture the beloved image faster and more unfailingly with easily operated buttons.

The Nikon 1 V1 is outfitted with a 3-inch LCD display in the company of protection glass and a wide viewing angle.

Nikon 1 V1 Camera Review

Nikon 1 V1 Camera Review

The screen is of an approximately 920k-dots. It shows crystal clear pictures.

The Nikon 1 V1 comes with recently developed CMOS image sensor, in the company of an effective pixel count of 10.1 mega-pixels. This camera brings exceptionally fast auto-focusing and together with high image quality. So with its super-precise focusing, capture your wide range of subjects perfectly.

Nikon’s Active D-Lighting enhances the balance of high contrast scenes to re-establish details which can be lost under strong lighting, let you to capture scenes with most advantageous results. It

Nikon 1 V1 Camera Rear view

Nikon 1 V1 Camera Rear view

captures minute details of light and shadow in high contrast environment and gives you the prospects to take astonishing pictures.

Nikon‘s exclusive Picture Control system gives you the pleasure to supplely control and fine-tune the image settings to go with your preferences. So select from between 6 different settings: Vivid, Monochrome, Neutral, Standard, Landscape, and Portrait and sharpen a picture by highlighting the silhouette, or make a more vivid picture by changing the saturation. Nikon’s Picture Control System gives you the choice to alter your images easily and get the image of your choice.

Nikon 1 V1 comes with full HD movie recording feature. It can record in 1980 x 1080 60i full HD. With this technology you can shoot high resolution still images » Read more…

Nikon D5100 D-SLR

Posted by martin on October 9, 2011 0 comments

The Nikon D5100 D-SLR is designed to inspire your creative area and assist you creates still images and movies like no other. This high-performance D-SLR gives you the great technique to take picture of your vision of the world with choice of expression in mind. The D5100 is equipped with

Nikon D5100 D-SLR

Nikon D5100 D-SLR Review

a 16.2 megapixel DX-format CMOS image sensor that brings realistic images with brilliant colors, reduced noise and smooth tonal gradations. The picture it takes is so realistic that is hard to believe.

The LCD monitor that is of 7.5 cm and 921 k-dot vari-angles in the company of wide viewing angle provides you to capture unique shots from any angle. The swing-out vari-angle monitor unites with the camera’s D-movie function to facilitate unique shots from any angle. It has a side opening

Nikon D5100 D-SLR

Nikon D5100 D-SLR Top View

system that put together it simple to use a tripod or capture self-portraits. You can take pictures or movies with a special effect which gives the outcome a wonderful experience.

The D5100 can record full HD (1080p) movie clips with its single click movie-record button just next to the shutter-release makes it simple to maintain the camera steady when switching between capturing stills and movies. This D-SLR Camera supports use of an external microphone and presents 30p, 25p and 24p frame rates. The AF-F mode feature keeps everything in focus, and the camera’s vari-angle monitor and Special Effects mode facilitate unique shots. The High Dynamic Range imaging gives you the capability to capture delicately detailed stills of high-contrast scenes.

The D5100 incorporates razor-sharp 11-point AutoFocus system which gives fast and precise autofocus coverage across the frame. With Four AF-area modes » Read more…

Sony A290L Digital SLR camera

Posted by martin on October 7, 2011 0 comments

The Sony A290L DSLR camera is very light, compact, in the company of comfortable managing and user-friendly features. This camera is designed so user-friendly that even the new DSLR users can get splendid image quality in addition to

Sony A290L Digital SLR camera

Sony A290L DSLR Review

openhanded resourceful features. The A290 is very compact, comfortable to keep, effortless to take and it’s also superbly effortless to make use of.

The Sony A290L takes stunning images with razor-sharp responses with the BIONZ processor. This powerful processing engine holds big quantity of digital information from the

Sony A290L Digital SLR camera

Sony A290L Digital SLR camera

camera’s sensor, delivering gorgeous, low noise images, and frame after frame.
The SteadyShot INSIDE feature decreases camera shake and maintain the pictures crispy. It takes stunning pictures in low-light scenes without flash together with high-zoom shots without using tripod.

The A290L DSLR camera can easily connect to your BRAVIA television and you can easily control playback functions with the remote of BRAVIA TV. So there’s no required to get up from the couch to take pleasure in the show in incredible HD.

The A290 features an on-screen help guide, in addition to an option of Scene Selection modes to go with any subject matter. So with this camera feature there is no need to worry about that you are using a DSLR camera.

Sony DSLR-A290L Features

14.2 effective megapixels – High-resolution CCD Sensor for in depth images and outstanding sensitivity
6.9cm / 2.7″ screen – Clear Photo LCD displays detailed, high-contrast images: with Auto Brightness Control for effortless viewing, even in sunlight
Light, compact and easy to use – Light, stylish and comfortable to carry, with redesigned grip for sure handling and uncluttered button layout for easy operation » Read more…

Nikon D5000 DSLR

Posted by martin on February 10, 2011 0 comments

The Nikon D5000 is a versatile Camera with full-size performance with simplicity and in addition the skill

Nikon D5000

Nikon D5000 D-SLR

to capture full high definition movies, which creates it a very popular digital SLR camera. The Nikon D-5000’s Image Sensor Cleaning and Airflow Control systems’ able to keep dirt away from the camera’s image sensors.

Scene Recognition System

The Nikon D5000 incorporates Scene Recognition System which optimizes exposure, auto focus and white balance just prior to the shutter is released, delivering exact settings in an ample range of daylight conditions, while you’re take pictures of an up-close portrait or a far-reaching landscape it never disappoint you.

The D5000’s 12.3 megapixel sensor gives you marvelously

Nikon D5000

Nikon D5000 Back

detailed images can be enlarged significantly without any lessening in picture quality. The D5000 contains 19 different Scene Modes to take the guesswork out of difficult photo situations by automatically adjusting the Picture Controls for the most favorable results.

Live View mode

Employing the LCD screen, Live View mode allows image composition, with four auto focus modes ensuring sharp results: wide area, normal area, face priority, and subject tracking for pin-sharp clarity across the outline. These are supported by

Nikon D5000

Nikon D5000 Top

the D5000’s Multi-CAM100 11-point AF system.

The D-5000’s is accomplished to record stunning 720p high definition (HD) movies with sound, with an HDMI output for suitable connection to a High Definition television.

The Nikon D 5000 features a big, vary-angle 2.7” LCD screen for simple framing and analysis of images. It includes a Retouch Menu which offers a variety of effects, including perspective control, soft focus and color outline, so editing photographs on the camera’s screen is also possible.

Canon EOS 550D DSLR

Posted by martin on February 8, 2011 0 comments

Canon EOS 550D DSLR Camera Overview

Canon EOS 550D is an exceptional creative and outstanding resourceful DSLR camera.

Canon EOS 550D

Canon EOS 550D

The EOS 550D incorporates a vast 18-megapixel sensor for super-fine pictures which can be enlarged up to poster range without any failure of excellence. Canon’s 9-point auto-focus system with f/2.8 cross-type sensors provides sparkling clarity and precision across the frame, ensuring each point of every image is pin-sharp. Canon’s advanced DIGIC 4 processor guarantees lightning-fast start-up times, near-instant image review and noise-free photography. Unbelievable reproduction of colors and delicate tonal gradations make this perfect for enthusiastic photographers who wish for the best. The 550D includes 3-inch LCD screen with 3:2 aspect ratio, 1,040,000-dot one.

The body design and external appearance is almost matching to the EOS 500D.

Canon EOS 550D Back

Canon EOS 550D Back

The physical dimensions are almost matching at 128.8 x 97.3 x 62mm and the body is of similar light but has sturdy polycarbonate plastic over a steel chassis. The 550D is about the same weight too; weigh up 526g body but together with battery and memory card, making it somewhat a bit smaller and lighter. The usage of the camera is as first-rate as expected from Canon, with a big rubber-coated handgrip and an outsized thumb-grip area on the rear. The 550D was capable to search for and find focus within 0.3 second in sufficient light.

The Canon EOS 550D mixes superior imaging technology

Canon EOS 550D Top

Canon EOS 550D top

with full HD movie captures capability. Video on the 550D provides 1080p recording, full manual control within the camera and at a choice of 24, 25 or 30 frames per second and there is a dedicated video record button at the back which automatically activates Live View. The Canon EOS 550D has an integrated HD multi-media interface port, allowing video and pictures to be effortlessly viewed on any HD-ready television and controlled with the TV remote. With built-in Eye-Fi functions you can transfer videos and images wirelessly. » Read more…

Sony Alpha A850 D-SLR Camera

Posted by martin on February 2, 2011 0 comments

Sony A850 D-SLR Camera Review

The Sony a850 is definitely one for persons who desire to take large pictures and is perfectly for studio work.

Sony Alpha A850 D-SLR Camera

Sony A850 DSLR Camera

The a850 incorporates a high 24.6 mega pixel full-frame Exmor CMOS sensor. The high-resolution CMOS sensor guarantees detail-packed images with outstanding contrast and elegant colors. Exmor technology restricts noise while signals are converted to digital form. Its 35mm full-frame gives the advantage to improve low deepness of field, give greater low light performance and optimum picture clarity.

The Sony a850 features AF microadjust for fine-tuning auto-focus for personage lenses, and autofocus itself is based on a structure with nine selectable points in addition an extra ten help points.

Sony Alpha A850 Rear

Sony Alpha A850 Rear

The rugged aluminum chassis is group with magnesium alloy body panels for additional strength while keeping weight to a least amount. Exposed controls and other sensitive areas are sheltered from dirt and moisture for undisturbed outdoor shooting.

Xtra Fine LCD screen

The Xtra Fine LCD screen provides you a hard to believe view of all shots, with excellent color reproduction and contrast. It’s ideal for inspection accurate focus and exposure when reviewing images after shooting.

The Sony a850 is compatible with BRAVIA television and smoothly control playback functions with BRAVIA TV’s remote. There’s no required to get up

Sony Alpha A850 Top

Sony Alpha A850 Top

from your couch to take pleasure in the show in dazzling HD.

The a850 incorporates High sensitivity up to ISO6400 (in expanded ISO range) with high-ISO noise reduction for crystal clear low-light shooting. It provides fast, high-accuracy 9-point centre dual-cross AF with 10 focus assist points and F2.8 sensor. Through the bright optical viewfinder, you’ll be astonished by a remarkably clear sight of your subject, with 98% field coverage

Features of Sony DSLR-A850

  • Photo quality 3.0-inch Xtra Fine 921k dot resolution LCD screen for critical shot evaluation
  • Ultra-bright optical pentaprism viewfinder with 98% field coverage
  • Dual BIONZ image processors utilize performance of 24.6 effective megapixel full-frame sensor for ultimate imaging performance
  • SteadyShot INSIDE optical image stabilization offers 2.5-4.0 steps anti-shake performance with α-mount lenses or Konica Minolta a-mount lenses
  • High sensitivity up to ISO6400 (in expanded ISO range) with high-ISO noise reduction for clearer low-light shooting
  • Ultra-high resolution 24.6 effective megapixel 35mm full-frame CMOS sensor with Exmor™ technology plus on-chip A/D conversion and dual noise reduction for flawless, detail packed images
  • 3fps continuous shooting at full resolution 24.6 megapixels
  • Fast, high-accuracy 9-point centre dual-cross AF with 10 focus assist points and F2.8 sensor
  • Rugged magnesium body with aluminum alloy chassis and controls sealed against dust and moisture
  • Secondary top-mounted display panel

Pentax K-7 D-SLR

Posted by martin on February 1, 2011 0 comments

High end model with excellent Image Quality

The Pentax K-7 has been designed for standard outdoor use and its strong metallic alloy body has 77 independent seals.

Pentax K-7 D-SLR

Pentax K-7 D-SLR

The Pentax K-7 is a high end model that provides fast shooting and inspired control, packed in a compact, light yet weather sealed body with excellent Image Quality. This camera includes many extra features which other brands of the similar level do not offer. The Pentax K-7 includes the Pentax Real Time Image Engine II processor and it has been developed to provide richer color rendition along with quicker data processing and movie transmission speed. Since the main function of the camera it allows advanced features to be utilized while still demanding fewer battery powers.

The weather sealed body of Pentax K-7 D-SLR protects it from

Pentax K-7 D-SLR Left

Pentax K-7 D-SLR Left

weather conditions and dirt particles; in addition it is designed to operate down to temperatures as low as -10°C. The standard 18-55mm lens is also weatherproof as is the optional D-BG4 grip. Plus the layout of the camera body is designed for effortlessness operation and comfort.

The Pentax K-7 D-SLR incorporates Large 3 inches LCD Monitor with Live View. So full time preview of your object with Face Recognition auto focus on the large 3” screen. The display of this camera is high 921,000 dot resolution with a broad viewing angle of 170°.

You can record your videos in HD. The Pentax K-7 records movies in 16:9 widescreen in 1280 x 720 qualities with the advantages of an SLR’s creative controls. The 30 frames per second capturing gives smooth action. Terminal for HDMI output for HD TVs and external stereo mics are incorporated.

The stabilized CMOS sensor within the Pentax K-7 gives 14.6 effective megapixel resolutions, appropriate for large enlargements.

Shake Reduction

Since Pentax Shake Reduction is camera-based it

Pentax K-7 D-SLR Review

Pentax K-7 Top

works with any lens fitted to the camera, including old non-AF Pentax lenses, giving up to four exposure prevents of stabilization. Detailed angle and leveling adjustments can be made as the sensor is unbound to move.

High Speed 5.2fps Shooting

The Pentax K-7 has the high speed shutter which gives 5.2 frames per second continuous shooting speed for up to 40 uninterrupted JPEG images. Shutter speed is striking too at up to 1/8000 sec speed. Through HDR it combines three exposures into a single image for a wider dynamic range

Extra Features of Pentax K-7 D-SLR

  • Automatic correction of distortion and lateral chromatic aberration when used with Pentax DA and FA lenses
  • Dust Removal (DR) – mechanically shakes away dust from the low pass filter in front of the CMOS sensor
  • Custom Image function – personalize your images for saturation, contrast, brightness, and an additional muted mode. With live preview
  • Auto Horizon Correction
  • Auto Level Function – easy checking of levels
  • 11-Point AF with wide sensor area
  • Add copyright protection to images
  • One-touch RAW mode access
  • Traditional program, priority and manual modes with easy access
  • Up to 980 images from a single battery charge
  • Multi-exposure Mode
  • 16 Digital Filters which can be used in combination for special effects
  • Bundled software including the facility to process RAW image files

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10

Posted by martin on January 26, 2011 0 comments

Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 Overview

Panasonic bring in the world’s smallest system camera. All the power of a D-SLR with ultra packed

Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10

Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10

in dimensions and a really eye-catching feature set. The Lumix DMC-G10 incorporates Intelligent Resolution Technology which is a very sophisticated imaging technology, recognizes areas of a scene as outlines, textured areas or level areas, and as a result improves picture quality to provide sharper and more realistic images.

HD Movie Recording

The Lumix DMC-G10 will capture HD movies in 720p Motion JPEG format, in addition lesser sizes. Intelligent Auto and Film Mode can be employed for videos as well as motionless pictures. The G10 is prepared with HDMI connection with an optional cable to attach to your HD TV and Viera Link gives simple control when connected to well-suited Panasonic TVs.

12 Megapixel Live MOS Sensor

The Live MOS sensor gives the better quality of a CCD sensor with the lesser power

Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 Back

Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 Back

utilization of CMOS. The sensor in the G10 advantages also from low noise and very quick image processing to allow for smooth Live View.

Intelligent Auto

In this approach the camera sets the functions according to the circumstances, leaving you to frame your work of art. Intelligent Auto mode work is as follows:

  • Movies: Shake Detection, Scene Detection, Face Detection, Subject Detection, Light Detection.
  • All Intelligent Auto modes make the most of Intelligent Resolution Technology.
  • Still images: Shake Detection, Motion Detection, Face Detection AF/AE (with Face detection), Scene Detection, Subject Detection and Light Detection

Full Time Live View

The full time Live View function is joined with the high resolution 202,000-dot Live Viewfinder. The primary color RGB display updates 180 times a second for a total picture refresh 60 times per second.

Venus Engine HD II Processor

The Lumix DMC-G10 includes

Panasonic Lumix DMC G10 Top

Panasonic Lumix DMC G10 Top

Venus Engine HD II Processor which allows up to 380 pictures to be shot on an only battery charge along with fast 0.3-second focusing and 60fps Live View and HD Videos

3.0 inches LCD Monitor

The Lumix DMC-G10 provides 3.0 inches LCD Monitor feature with high 460,000 dot resolution, large viewing angle and 11-step Intelligent LCD Technology which automatically adjusts LCD brightness according to how brilliant the conditions are.

Further more features of Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10:

  • Intelligent ISO Control
  • Extra Optical Zoom (3 mega pixels)
  • My Menu (easily access the 6 most often used functions)
  • 4 Aspect Ratios
  • Histogram (analyze exposure)
  • Built-in flash (GN11) with +/-2EV adjustment in 1/3 steps plus 1st or 2nd curtain sync
  • Dust Reduction
  • RAW mode
  • Peripheral Defocus
  • Manual Mode with on-screen exposure guide
  • Guide Lines (perfect for planning and landscape photography)
  • Slideshow with music

Sony Alpha a580 DSLR Camera

Posted by martin on January 24, 2011 0 comments

Sony Alpha a580 Overview

The Sony Alpha a580 includes Sony’s premium Exmor sensor technology

Sony DSLR Alpha a580 Front

Sony Alpha a580 DSLR

and BIONZ processor which bring the most excellent in image quality in addition for action photographers there is the seven frames per second reachable in Speed Priority mode. The Alpha a580 possess Sweep Panorama with 3D Sweep Panorama. In this style just hold the shutter button down and pot the camera for amazing panoramas. It can capture in either 2D or 3D. The Sony Alpha 580 is for the enthusiastic aficionado that requires a high resolution, fast responding SLR camera with creative control and flexibility

The Sony Alpha a580 has Face Detection for up to eight faces to optimize settings such as exposure, white balance and flash. Smile Shutter also detects when a person smiles

Sony Alpha a580 DSLR

Sony DSLR Alpha a580 Camera

and automatically fires the shutter. Smile Detection sensitivity can be adjusted for how joyful you want the person’s face to be.

The eye-catching results are reachable with this level of detail and to build on this the high sensitivity of the Exmor sensor permits for ISO sensitivities of up to 12,800 to be set. To build on this the BIONZ image processor combines high operating speed with Dual Noise Reduction. So even at high ISO ratings in awfully low light you can still get quality images with lesser noise levels. The quick operation also allows constant shooting speeds of up to seven frames per second.

Full HD Record

Records in high quality AVCHD format and let creative control such as aperture adjustments during recording.

Versatile Information Display

The Alpha a580 displays useful information for shot taking as well as a digital levelling function, grid lines or exposure display functions.

Quick AF Live View with Focus Check

Preview your images at complete

Sony Alpha a580 Top

Sony Alpha a580 Review

resolution in real time on the 3.0 inches vari-angle LCD screen. This monitor can be moved to make sure that your view is clear even from out of your depth angles. Screen resolution is far better to most, having 921,000 dots and the Multi Layer Anti Reflective Coating ensures your sight is apparent even with drift ambient light.

Multi Image Features

Three features on the Alpha 580 employ a series of exposures to make a composite image that is superior to the sum of its parts. These are Multi Frame Noise Reduction, Enhanced HDR Auto and Handheld Twilight Mode.

Multi Frame Noise Reduction: Combines six frames to stop noise and provide an effective ISO sensitivity of 25,600
Enhanced HDR Auto: Combines three images for a broad dynamic range, wider than that found with film
Handheld Twilight Mode: Combines six exposures to give an increasing exposure time six times as long, meaning that quicker shutter speeds can be set for each individual frame

Nikon D90 Digital SLR Camera

Posted by martin on January 22, 2011 0 comments

Nikon D90 With 18-105mm VR Lens Kit

The Nikon D90 is powerful digital camera

Nikon D90 Digital SLR Camera Review

Nikon D90 D-SLR

and was the world’s first digital SLR camera with a high definition movie function. The compact 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6 lens includes a useful 5.8x zoom which brings far-away subjects into clear focus, and incorporates Vibration Reduction technology to get rid of camera shake, while its Silent Wave Motor delivers quiet, swift auto focus. When teamed up with the Nikon D90’s impressive high ISO range of 200-3200, quicker shutter speeds lessen the risk of blurred images when shooting moving subjects and facilitate clearer photos to be taken in low light.

Live View lets image composition using the LCD screen, with

Nikon D90 Digital SLR Camera

Nikon D90 Digital SLR Camera

three auto focus modes ensuring sharp results. These are supported up by the D90’s 11-point AF system, plus clever Face Detection System which delivers perfect group shots and portraits.

The D90 possess five clever Advanced Scene Modes for ideal settings to carry the most excellent results in a range of situations: landscape, portrait, close-up, sports and night portrait. The uncomfortable conditions sunny days can reason present no problems for this digital SLR, as Active D-Lighting system which reproduces the details in areas of highlight and shadow to give an accurate view of what the human eye can see.

Now capture beautiful 720p high definition (HD) movies and this ability with an HDMI output for convenient connection to an HD television.

All of these features have been

Nikon D90 Digital SLR Back

Nikon D90 Digital SLR Back

filled into a tough, lightweight and packed in body which is comfortable to hold, meaning this striking Nikon SLR is perfect for tour and great photography on the move.

Images are kept imperfection free, the D90’s Integrated Dust Reduction System, and the D90 features a great 3.0” LCD screen for easy framing, review and touching up of photos. Excellently detailed images can be enlarged significantly without any reduction in image quality, thanks to the Nikon D90’s 12.3 megapixel sensor. And capturing top-notch, fast-action sequences is also a doddle, as the D90 lets continuous shooting at 4.5 frames per second.

Nikon D90 Digital SLR Camera Features include:

  • 3-inch, approx. 920-k dot high-resolution LCD monitor with wide viewing angle
  • Extensive playback functions
  • Quick response, with 0.15-second start-up, 65 ms shutter release time lag (CIPA standard) and 4.5 fps continuous shooting
  • Included Nikon ViewNX image browsing and editing software lets you organize, label and pick images as well as perform RAW (NEF) image editing adjustments and conversions
  • Built-in flash with 18mm lens coverage, guide number of approx. 17/56 (ISO 200, m/ft., 20°C/68°F) and Nikon’s original i-TTL flash control
  • Extensive palettes of in-camera re-touch menus
  • Engineered for precision and durability
  • Multitalented Pictmotion menu creates slideshows combining five choices of both background music and image effects
  • Compatible with HDMI
  • EXPEED for smooth tones, rich colours and fine details
  • Picture Control System: Customize the visual style of your images

Nikon D90 Digital SLR Camera Specifications

  • LCD Monitor: 3.0″
  • Connection Leads & Cables Fitting Type: Nikon GP-1 GPS Module
  • Megapixel Banding: 12 to 12.9 Megapixels
  • Compatible storage media (card not supplied): SD Card, SDHC Card
  • Continuous Shooting Speed (fps): 4.5 fps
  • Remote Compatibility Type: Nikon MC-DC2
  • Max Consecutive Shots: 23 (JPEG)
  • Battery Fitting Type: EN-EL3e
  • Battery Compatibility Fitting: Nikon EN-EL3 E
  • Exposure Modes: Program, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, Picture Modes, Manual