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Panasonic HDC-HS300

Every other manufacturer has thrown in its lot, joined the crowd, and now uses a single, large CMOS sensor for high-end HD camcorder models. But Panasonic has continued its backing for the traditional, three-sensor approach to image quality. The HDC-SD100 and HS100 may have heralded an unexpected move from CCD to CMOS for Panasonic, but they still sported a trio. The HDC-HS300, our first taste of Panasonic's 2009 range announced at CES, sticks with the tripartite approach, too. But this time each one is bigger and of a higher resolution.
The previous generation of Panasonic 3MOS models used 1/6in sensors, each with less than the full pixel resolution required for Full HD. But the HS300 integrates three 1/4.1in CMOS sensors and each one has 3.05-megapixels. When shooting video, a letterbox of 2.05-megapixels within this is used, but still images get to use up to 7.95-megapixels. So, on paper at least, the HS300 promises more detailed video and digital photography than any consumer Panasonic camcorder ever before. With a bit of interpolation, still images can be snapped at up to 3,984 x 2,656 pixels, although only when the camcorder is in photo mode. Otherwise, the upper limit is 3,840 x 2,160 pixels if you want to shoot video at the same time.

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Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR digital camera with its EXR technology

Fujifilm has finally made available its EXR technology in the new Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR digital camera that aims to be the leader in compact cameras for the year, featuring a Super CCD that is able to register excellent detail levels when switched to its high resolution mode, but it won't sacrifice on quality either where low light conditions are concerned, so feel free to switch between modes and obtain the best image quality possible. Features of the Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR include :-

12 megapixel 1/1.6”Super CCD EXR
Fujinon 5x wide angle optical zoom lens
3.0” high-resolution 230,000 pixel wide view LCD display
Face Detection 3.0 with auto red eye removal
6 Film Simulation Modes
HD Photo Output
Dual Image Stabilization and sensitivity up to ISO 12800
Full Photo HD output

There is no word on pricing, but we ought to see this hit the streets pretty soon.

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Panasonic’s Lumix DMC-G1 tentatively priced for USers at $799

Take this with a pinch of NaCl, but Adorama has it that Panasonic's Yasunori Takase confessed to a US price tag on the newly unveiled Lumix DMC-G1. During a leisurely chat at Photokina, the higher-up noted that the Micro Four Thirds camera would hit US soil for $799, though he didn't bother to mention an expected ship date. If you'll recall, we found that the G1 would start shipping at the tail end of October for ¥80,000 (around $750); considering that, we'd say $799 sounds about right over on this side of the world.

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Nikon Black Gold Mystery Unveiled

Folks who were wondering what the Black Gold mystery was can now revel in the real thing - it is a basic trim package and not an upgrade as many had thought. All changes made are listed below :-
The box has three "black gold edition" labels on it
The neck strap comes with an additional "gold edition" logo on it
Both strap lugs come with a shiny golden coating
Shutter button also coated with gold
Mode dial features gold colored icons
D60 badge gets Midas treatment
Would you fork out $50 for this "upgrade"?

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Panasonic Lumix G Prototype

Panasonic showcased is Lumix G prototype that looks pretty much the same like the Lumix G1 at first glance, but then again there is a fair number of features that make it different. You will find a stereo microphone located on top of the body, on the back, top right side as well as a red button that does not signal a missle launch but for High Definition movie recording instead. There is no word on pricing or availability of the Panasonic Lumix G but it could very well be the logical continuation of the new Micro FourThirds standard.

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Panasonic unveils video-capturing Lumix G prototype

We just barely got our unsteady mitts on the upcoming Lumix G1, yet already Panasonic is teasing with something of a successor, currently dubbed the "G." It uses the G1's same micro four thirds body design, ditching the mirror and optical viewfinder in favor of case slimness, but adds a stereo microphone on top and record button on back for high-def video capture -- rare stuff on a consumer digi-cam with a replaceable lens. No word on price or availability, but given the G1 isn't slated to hit Japan until October we wouldn't expect this one until sometime next year. Meanwhile, if you tend to prefer pictures of the non-moving variety, LetsGoDigital also has some test images taken by a pre-release G1. The 640x480 snaps themselves aren't anything to get too excited about (unless you're a Formula One fan), but do prove that the camera can indeed take pictures.

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LG Renoir To Succeed Viewty

The LG KC910 which will replace the Viewty has been given a new name - the LG Renoir. To refresh your memory, the Renoir is endowed with the following :-
Quad-band GSM/UMTS (HSDPA 7.2 Mbps)
3" WQVGA touch screen display at 240 × 400 resolution
8 megapixel camera with Xenon flash & Schneider-Kreuznach lens
GPS with geotagging support
Bluetooth 2.0 connectivity
Wi-Fi connectivity
LG looks set to unleash the Renoir this October, what I look forward most would be the 8 megapixel shooter it carries - will it be slow and laggy, or is it snappy like a regular digital camera?

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Minox nurtures the spy in all of us, dry martini not included

Minox, we knew you wouldn't let us down. We've seen a few bland cameras released by you over the years, but it warms our hearts to see you haven't forgotten why we love you. This latest line of miniature cameras comes in three flavors: yuck, meh, and totally badass. The DC 1033 looks like every other camera known to man, with the slight improvement of being a mere 94 x 55 x 24mm with 10-megapixels of firepower. The DCC Leica M3 Gold Edition is nothing more than a rerelease of the silvery edition - tiny, cute, but no match for the classic 30s style DSC (Digital Spy Camera) -- 86 x 29 x 20mm, 5-megapixels -- to be showcased next week at Photokina in Germany.

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Pentax K-m DSLR leaks out a little early

Just in time for the big Photokina show in Koln, Germany, rumours are buzzing about a new Pentax DSLR that briefly appeared on the Pentax Germany site. Though details are sketchy, the K-m looks to be a lower-cost take on the K10D, with the same 10.2 megapixel Sony sensor and in-body stabilization but a lighter and smaller plastic case and slightly larger 2.7-inch LCD display. Sadly, there's no live view, but if the rumored pricing -- €500 ($725) for the single (18-55m) lens and €600 ($875) for the 2-lens kit (18-55mm and 50-200mm) -- is accurate that might not be a dealbreaker. We'll find out soon.

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BenQ announces E1050 camera for drab and mysterious shooters

BenQ is enhancing its selection of pocketable shooters with another modestly-spec'ed offering, the E1050. It has your standard 3x optical zoom lens on the front and 3-inch LCD on the back, with a 10 megapixel CCD forming the meat in this 17.6mm thick sandwich (though BenQ points out that it is 16.8mm thin at its skinniest bit). Its stainless case is only available in a muted gray, surely to disappoint those who need color in their life. However, that nondescript hue plus the inclusion of shooting speeds all the way down to ISO 3200, twice that of the earlier (and thinner) T850, should make this a solid choice for spies and ninjas. Beyond potential espionage action there isn't much to get excited about here, especially at an undisclosed price and undisclosed availability -- but don't let that stop you from checking out a picture of its back-side after the break.

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Sep 2008

It's been a while since an Oracom PMP caught our attention, but our ears perked up with news of its W30 rolling out later this month. Although the specs aren't anything out of the ordinary -- dictionary, DMB TV / FM tuner, and 4GB of memory to store whatever your little heart desires -- we're intrigued to see a haptic touchscreen device selling for the reasonable price of $180. The tiny 240 x 400 3-inch display is our only deterrent -- show us a flexible widescreen version and we'll talk.

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Minox SpyCam

Photokina 2008 will be the platform where Minox's SpyCam makes its debut, and this model is touted to be the smallest digicam to date. Despite the diminutive size, this is a 3.2 megapixel shooter and comes with 128MB of internal memory that is augmented by a microSD memory card slot. In addition to still images, the Minox SpyCam can also shoot VGA-quality video clips. Further details and specifications will be available when the Minox SpyCam is revealed at Photokina.

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