Engadget http://www.engadget.com Engadget http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/www.engadget.com/media/feedlogo.gif Engadget http://www.engadget.com en-us Copyright 2012 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/<![CDATA[Casio Japan says its new Exilim EX-ZR300 compact camera is fast and furious]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/23/casio-announces-new-exilim-ex-zr300-high-speed-compact-camera/http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/23/casio-announces-new-exilim-ex-zr300-high-speed-compact-camera/http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/23/casio-announces-new-exilim-ex-zr300-high-speed-compact-camera/#comments Casio Japan says its new Exilim EX-ZR300 compact camera is fast and furious

Casio's apparently feeling a need for speed as the company just announced its new zippy compact camera, the "Exilim" EX-ZR300. According to Casio Japan, the 16.1-megapixel shooter boasts a startup time that's just a shade under a second and can take continuous shots at .26-second intervals. The EX-ZR300 also features a 24-300mm, f/3.0-5.9, 12.5x zoom lens that can focus as quickly as .12 second. For lighting buffs, ISO range starts at 80 and can go all the way up to 12,800. In short, this compact camera is quick and sensitive enough to capture those blackmail-worthy moments at the next company party. Users can also transfer their incriminating evidence wirelessly thanks to Toshiba FlashAir technology. Want video to go with your embarrassing photos? You'll be happy to know that the EX-ZR300 can shoot video up to 1080p as well. Expect Casio's compact blackmail machine, er, camera in Japanese stores on June 8.

Casio Japan says its new Exilim EX-ZR300 compact camera is fast and furious originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 23 May 2012 05:02:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Fujifilm's latest rugged point-and-shoot has pulled together some pretty standard specs with some more contemporary connectivity features, all in a hardy shell. The 14-megapixel CMOS sensor is paired with 5x zoom lens, while the rubberized lug is capable of 1080p video, and can increase video capture up to 240 fps at 320 x 240 resolution. Available in blue or orange, the device should survive up to 10 meters of water, a two meter drop and still work at -10 degrees Celsius (14 degrees Fahrenheit). We're not sure if that's all at once. Sharing with mobile devices requires Fujifilm's own Android or iOS app and some semblance of a WiFi signal. The FinePix XP170 will sidle up into stores next month for $280, but until then, Fujifilm's got a video to demo those new wireless transfer functions -- if that's your thing, you can check it out right after the break.

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Fujifilm FinePix XP170 camera rebuffs water, dust and cold, cuddles up with iOS and Android (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 08 May 2012 06:18:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Ruggedized cameras have always been delivered with some kind of compromise -- an inflated price tag, bulkier body or sub-par image quality. Now, much as the E-M5 did to tighten the gap among mirrorless cameras, Olympus is introducing a full-featured pro-worthy Tough model. The Tough TG-1 is effectively an XZ-1 in a ruggedized shell -- its 12-megapixel 1/2.3-inch BSI CMOS sensor, 25-100mm, f/2.0-4.9 4x zoom lens and 3-inch 610k OLED display are all wrapped in a reinforced body, capable of flawless shooting at depths of 40 feet, in temperatures as low as -10 degrees Celsius (14 degrees Fahrenheit) and after a 6.6-foot fall. With the TG-1, the company is aiming for the pro's gear bag, bringing features like 30 fps full-res rapid-fire shooting (for 50 consecutive shots, or 220 in a 3-megapixel 60 fps mode), the same TruPic VI image processor previously available only on current-gen PEN models and super-fast E-P3-like focusing speeds to an affordable, pocketable compact.

The TG-1 is also a capable video shooter, offering 1080/30p captures on land and under the sea, with Linear PCM audio recording and a powerful Multi-Motion Movie image stabilization feature. A shutter range from bulb to 1/2000 second boosts versatility, while tools like GPS, an e-compass and pressure-measuring manometer combine to provide data-rich pictures while also aiding in-camera tools, like a compass with 3D renders and a power-efficient GPS that helps to identify more than 700,000 landmarks around the globe. It's hardly approaching ILC territory, but the camera includes some lens accessory compatibility, with an available conversion adapter with fisheye and telephoto attachments that work (and can be swapped in and out) underwater. Double-locking battery and HDMI port doors will keep dust and water away from compartments, and a repellant coating helps fight water build-up on the lens -- there's 40.5mm filter compatibility as well. The Olympus Tough TG-1 is set to ship for $399 in mid-to-late June, and we're fairly certain it will be worth the wait. Full PR is just past the break.

Gallery: Olympus Tough TG-1

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Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS packs 12-megapixel sensor, f/2.0 lens, ruggedized housing for $399 originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 08 May 2012 01:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Continue reading FujiFilm's $1,700 X100 Black Edition now shipping, limited to 10K units worldwide

FujiFilm's $1,700 X100 Black Edition now shipping, limited to 10K units worldwide originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 09 Mar 2012 08:34:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Gallery: Canon G1 X review

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Canon PowerShot G1 X review originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 13 Feb 2012 16:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sigma DP1, DP2 get 46-megapixel makeover originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:19:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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  • Lumix DMC-S2 - $109.99
  • Lumix DMC-FH6 - $129.99
  • Lumix DMC-FH8 - $149.99
  • Lumix DMC-SZ1 - $179.99
  • Lumix DMC-SZ7 - $199.99

Gallery: Panasonic's Lumix line gets a lot more crowded

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Panasonic announces pricing for entry-level Lumix CES point-and-shoots originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Continue reading Pentax Optio VS20: hold it any way you want, as long as you love it

Pentax Optio VS20: hold it any way you want, as long as you love it originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 26 Jan 2012 07:40:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>1080paccelerometerCameraCompact CameraCompact CamerasCompactCameraCompactCamerasFish-EyeOptio VS20OptioVs20PentaxPentax Optio VS20Pentax VS20PentaxOptioVs20PentaxVs20Thu, 26 Jan 2012 07:40:00 EST<![CDATA[Panasonic's Lumix line gets a lot more crowded]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/09/panasonic-intros-new-lumix-cameras/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/09/panasonic-intros-new-lumix-cameras/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/09/panasonic-intros-new-lumix-cameras/#comments Panasonic's Lumix line is celebrating a whole bunch of new entries this week at CES. The FH series is expanding with two new slim additions, the DMC-FH6 and DMC-FH8. Both models do 720p video at 30 fps and rock Leica lenses and 5x optical zoom. The 16.1 megapixel FH8 has a three-inch LCD and shoots HD videos in MP4. The 14.1 megapixel F6 captures HD video in JPEG format and features a 2.7-inch display. Both new entries in the SZ series, meanwhile, feature 10x optical zoom, three-inch LCDs and 25mm ultra-wide angle Leica lenses. The SZ7 does 14.1 megapixel images and 1080p video, while the SZ1 goes 14.1 megapixels and 720p on the video front.

Also debuting this week is the LUMIX DMC-S2, a 14.1 megapixel compact shooter with 4x optical zoom and 720p video capabilities. The point-and-shoot also features Panasonic's panoramic mode for stitching together images and auto retouch to adjust contrast and brightness in photos on the fly. As for pricing and availability? Not so much. Panasonic has promised such things a month prior to release -- whenever that might be. Lots of pertinent press info after the break.

Gallery: Panasonic's Lumix line gets a lot more crowded

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Panasonic's Lumix line gets a lot more crowded originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 09 Jan 2012 18:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sigma's fixed-lens DP2x reviewed: a 'quirky camera' that 'needs further development' originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 20 Jun 2011 15:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>compactcompact cameraCompactCameradp2xePhotoZinefoveon x3FoveonX3reviewreviewedsigmasigma dp2xSigmaDp2xMon, 20 Jun 2011 15:01:00 EST<![CDATA[NEX-C3 instruction manual appears on Sony's Czech site, quickly removed]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/05/03/nex-c3-instruction-manual-appears-on-sonys-czech-site-quickly/http://www.engadget.com/2011/05/03/nex-c3-instruction-manual-appears-on-sonys-czech-site-quickly/http://www.engadget.com/2011/05/03/nex-c3-instruction-manual-appears-on-sonys-czech-site-quickly/#comments Sony is still staying mum on any official details for the NEX-C3, but the camera's instruction manual has now made a brief appearance on the company's Czech Republic site, offering yet more evidence that the successor to the NEX-3 is set for an imminent launch. The camera mock-up on the description page appears to be identical to previously leaked photos, and judging by control layout, NEX-3 and NEX-5 users should have no trouble adjusting. The full manual is no longer available, but DPReview points out that the camera is smaller than both previous models, and includes a 16 megapixel sensor. A post on Mirrorless Forum also reveals a new lens -- a 30mm f/3.5 macro priced at €259 (about $383) -- adding a fourth option to the limited mix of NEX-compatible optics.

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NEX-C3 instruction manual appears on Sony's Czech site, quickly removed originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 03 May 2011 15:57:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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"We need a digital camera that can be switched on and fire off that first shot fast. It's not a commonly tracked statistic on any review site, and nobody seems to have this information for every camera. We were hoping other readers could inform us as to what small digital cameras can fire off their first pics in under a second (ideally under half a second). It needs to be small, but mostly, just really quick in operation. Thanks!"
Fast? Camera? Got it. Got any recommendations? Shout 'em below... with haste!

Ask Engadget: quickest booting / firing point-and-shoot camera? originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 22 Apr 2011 23:33:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Fujifilm resumes production on X100 cameras, new-age vintage is rolling again originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 29 Mar 2011 14:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sigma provided most of the details for its new DP2x compact camera when it announced it back in February, but it left out two key ones: pricing and availability. It's now finally (mostly) come clean on both those counts, however, and announced that the high-end compact will run $800 and be available in "late April." As for the camera itself, you'll get a 14-megapixel FOVEON X3 sensor that's said to be twelve times larger than those found in similarly-sized cameras, along with a fixed 24.2mm F2.8 lens, full manual controls with RAW image support, and an new AF algorithm that promises "high-speed" autofocus. Full press release is after the break.

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Sigma confirms pricing and availabilty for DP2x compact camera: $800, late-April originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 29 Mar 2011 05:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Olympus also announced a silver or black TG-810 compact for €299. First and foremost is the cam's claim for ruggedness: crushproof at a weight of 100kg (220 pounds); waterproof to 10 meters (32.8 feet); shockproof at a distance of 2 meters (6.56 feet); and freezeproof a temps to -10 degree celsius (14 degrees F). Otherwise, it boasts a 14 megapixel CCD sensor, a 5x (28-140mm) optical zoom, 720p movie mode, TAP control (for gloved use), GPS, and an electronic compass.

All three cameras feature a 3-inch LCD; HDMI; high ISO and sensor-based mechanical image stabilization; smart panorama, 3D photo, pet detection, and beauty modes; and SDXC and Eye-Fi card compatibility. Look for them to hit retail in March.

Continue reading Olympus SZ-30MR shoots 1080p video and 16MP stills simultaneously; Tough TG-810 is 'crushproof'

Olympus SZ-30MR shoots 1080p video and 16MP stills simultaneously; Tough TG-810 is 'crushproof' originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 02 Mar 2011 07:22:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[Thanks, Gavin]

Sony NEX-3 discontinued, probably has NEX-5 to blame originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 24 Feb 2011 03:23:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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NEC uses active noise cancellation for quieter zooming into your future memories originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 16 Feb 2011 08:13:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>active noise cancellationActiveNoiseCancellationcasiocompact cameraCompactCameraex-zr10exilimnecnoise cancellationNoiseCancellationWed, 16 Feb 2011 08:13:00 EST<![CDATA[Olympus E-PL2 reviewed, deemed another solid but not groundbreaking Micro Four Thirds entry]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/02/15/olympus-e-pl2-reviewed-deemed-another-solid-but-not-groundbreak/http://www.engadget.com/2011/02/15/olympus-e-pl2-reviewed-deemed-another-solid-but-not-groundbreak/http://www.engadget.com/2011/02/15/olympus-e-pl2-reviewed-deemed-another-solid-but-not-groundbreak/#comments Olympus E-PL2 reviewed, deemed another solid but not groundbreaking Micro Four Thirds entry The best thing about the new E-PL2 from Olympus, the company's latest Micro Four Thirds addition? The 14 - 42mm kit lens that comes with it, apparently. It's 30 percent faster to focus and, on top of that, much quieter when getting its AF on. Moving beyond that, the new shooter offers a built-in flash, ISO support up to 6,400 when you need extra help in the dark, a much higher resolution screen on the back and, if you're into pushing photos wirelessly, the Penpal Bluetooth dongle will do so. Digital Photography Review found it to be a good performer, on-par with the earlier E-PL1 but a bit clumsier to change exposure settings than on the E-P2. So, not exactly a clear-cut recommendation for this $599 shooter, meaning you might want to read the full text if you're still on the fence.

Olympus E-PL2 reviewed, deemed another solid but not groundbreaking Micro Four Thirds entry originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 15 Feb 2011 09:13:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>720pcompact cameraCompactCameradigital cameraDigitalCamerae-pl2interchangeable lensInterchangeableLensmicro four thirdsMicroFourThirdsolympusreviewreviewedTue, 15 Feb 2011 09:13:00 EST<![CDATA[Sigma launches DP2x compact digital camera, complete with Foveon X3 sensor]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/02/08/sigma-launches-dp2x-compact-digital-camera-complete-with-foveon/http://www.engadget.com/2011/02/08/sigma-launches-dp2x-compact-digital-camera-complete-with-foveon/http://www.engadget.com/2011/02/08/sigma-launches-dp2x-compact-digital-camera-complete-with-foveon/#comments We had a feeling that a new segment of cameras was being introduced back at Photokina, and it sure looks as if Sigma's in for the ride. Following Fujifilm's fixed-zoom Finepix X100 and Olympus' Zuiko-equipped compact prototype, Sigma is introducing a high-end compact of its own in the DP2x. This handheld shooter has a gargantuan sensor within -- in fact, the 14 megapixel Foveon X3 is similar to those found in the company's (entirely more massive) SD15 and SD1 DSLRs. Sigma claims the sensor here is around 12x larger than what's generally found in a camera of this size, enabling it to capture far richer colors and oodles of light. The fixed 24.2mm F2.8 lens won't be doing any zooming, but those who love to tinker can take advantage of the built-in manual mode and its ability to capture photos in JPEG or RAW. It's pretty clear that the movie mode was an afterthought -- it'll log clips at 320 x 240, which is just enough to make you weep when thinking of what could've been. There's no image stabilization to speak of, a nine-point autofocus system and an ISO range of 100 to 3200, with 1600 and 3200 only available when shooting in RAW. You'll need to provide your own SD / SDHC / SDXC card, and your guess is as good as ours when it comes to price / release.

Sigma launches DP2x compact digital camera, complete with Foveon X3 sensor originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 08 Feb 2011 14:48:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>aps-ccameracompactcompact cameraCompactCameraDP2xFoveonFoveon X3FoveonX3sigmasigma DP2xSigmaDp2xx3Tue, 08 Feb 2011 14:48:00 EST<![CDATA[Sony releases specifications for E-mount lenses, desperately wants you to build some]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/02/08/sony-releases-specifications-for-e-mount-lenses-desperately-wan/http://www.engadget.com/2011/02/08/sony-releases-specifications-for-e-mount-lenses-desperately-wan/http://www.engadget.com/2011/02/08/sony-releases-specifications-for-e-mount-lenses-desperately-wan/#commentsSony releases specifications for E-mount lenses, desparately wants you to build some Some interchangeable lens standards have been around for ages. Others, however, are rather more modern contrivances, and Sony's E-mount definitely falls in that latter category. We've seen it hit HD camcorders as well as the NEX-3 and NEX-5 compacts, but so far the greatest selections of lenses we've yet seen has come courtesy of a simple adapter. Sony wants that to change, releasing the "basic" specifications for its E-mount interchangeable lens system and doing so for free, a move that lens makers like Carl Zeiss and Sigma have all lauded -- though none went so far as to say they'd actually start making this particular flavor of glass. Oh, and the specs for the NEX-5 Lego viewfinder? Still totally free.

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Sony releases specifications for E-mount lenses, desperately wants you to build some originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 08 Feb 2011 09:41:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sony Cyber-shot HX100V and HX9V models leaked, superzoomers in large and small sizes originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 28 Jan 2011 13:09:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>1080p16 megapixel16.2 megapixel16.2Megapixel16Megapixel16x zoom16xZoom30x zoom30xZoombionzcompact cameraCompactCameracyber-shotdigital cameraDigitalCameragpshx100vhx9vsonysuperzoomFri, 28 Jan 2011 13:09:00 EST<![CDATA[Ricoh unveils CX5 with hybrid AF, continues tradition of subtle improvements]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/01/27/ricoh-unveils-cx5-with-hybrid-af-continues-tradition-of-subtle/http://www.engadget.com/2011/01/27/ricoh-unveils-cx5-with-hybrid-af-continues-tradition-of-subtle/http://www.engadget.com/2011/01/27/ricoh-unveils-cx5-with-hybrid-af-continues-tradition-of-subtle/#comments The folks at Ricoh have dependable predictability down pat, and the CX5's specs are, for the most part, nothing new. We've talked up the CX line of compact superzooms since the release of the CX1 almost two years ago, and we've watched the company fine-tune the already impressive camera with each new edition. Every incarnation of the CX series is just a tad better than the last: you might recall the CX4 didn't make any big changes, either. The CX5 offers few marked signs of improvement (at least on paper) over its predecessor, but it does sport a hybrid AF that combines a distance sensor with contrast detection to bring focus rates down to two-tenths of a second: twice as fast as the CX4. Other than that -- you guessed it -- the CX5 sports the same specs as its predecessor (unless you count the addition of a "continuous golf swing" mode). So, if you're looking for a big step up from your CX4, you might want to wait for the next generation. Then again, we can't guarantee Ricoh will break with tradition.

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Ricoh unveils CX5 with hybrid AF, continues tradition of subtle improvements originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 27 Jan 2011 04:27:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Samsung just introduced a slew of new cameras at CES earlier this month, but it's now already back with another batch, which consists of five low to mid-range point-and-shoots in its ST series. Those begin with the $100 ST30 model, and move on up to the ST65, ST90 and touchscreen-equipped ST95, before topping out with the $230 ST6500 (pictured above), which packs a 16 megapixel sensor, a 5x optical zoom, 720p video recording, and the same touchscreen interface as the ST95. As for the rest of the lot, you can expect to get between 10 and 16 megapixels, either a 3x or 5x optical zoom, and 720p video recording on all but the ST30. Head on past the break for the press releases with the complete specs, and look for all five cameras to be available in February or March.

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Samsung rolls out five new ST series point-and-shoot cameras originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 19 Jan 2011 16:17:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Gallery: Sony Cyber-shots CES 2011 hands-on

Sony DSC-TX100V and the rest of the Cyber-shot posse hands-on originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 08 Jan 2011 14:47:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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 Sony has announced the DSC-TX100V, DSC-TX10, DSC-HX7V, DSC-WX10 and DSC-WX9 16.2-megapixel Cyber-shot cameras here in Las Vegas, which are the world's first compacts to include a 3D still capture feature using just one lens and imager. This is made possible via a special shooting mode that takes two consecutive shots in different focus positions that are then combined to produce a 3D effect. All also feature so-called Dual Rec technology borrowed from the Handycam line that enables users to capture three megapixel stills while recording video.

Outside of what they have in common, several of the models have a few noteworthy details. The DSC-WX10 is the only digital compact to support full 1920 x 1080/60p video capture. Speaking of firsts, the DSC-TX100V is the first Cyber-shot to to feature a 3.5-inch OLED touch screen. Less revolutionary (but still drool-worthy) is the DSC-HX7V's ability to record the location and direction of a particular photos thanks to a built-in GPS and compass, while the DSC-TX10 is ruggedized to be waterproof, dustproof, shockproof and freeze-proof. All of these models will be available this March, and cost between $220 and $380. For more details be sure to check out the full PR after the jump.

Gallery: Sony 3D Cyber-shot Cameras

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Sony reveals 3D capturing Cyber-shot cameras, includes world's first compact capable of 1080/60p video originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 05 Jan 2011 23:23:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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  • Up first we have two new folks joining the S series: the DMC-S3 and DMC-S1. Both of these are designed for up-and-comers looking for ease of use, with the S3 having a 14.1 megapixel sensor and the S1 dipping to a 12.1 megapixel sensor. Both of 'em tout a 720p movie mode, refreshed designs and a 4x optical zoom lens. Panny admits that they're both "entry-level," though you'll still find optical image stabilization, face detection, an intelligent scene selector and the Venus Engine VI image processor. There's a 2.7-inch LCD on the rear of each unit, and while the S3 will ship in blue, red, black and violet, the S1 will arrive in black, gold, blue, pink and silver. Mum's the word on a price and release date, sadly.
  • The DMC-FH27 and DMC-FH25 point-and-shoots are both aimed at the fashionistas in the crowd, with the pair touting a 16.1 megapixel sensor, 8x optical zoom lens and a 720p movie mode. There's also an advanced Intelligent Auto mode for those who detest fiddling with settings, and the Venus Engine VI image processor promises to speed up just about everything dealing with operation. Face detection, optical image stabilization and an intelligent scene selector are all present, though the FH27's 3-inch rear LCD one-ups the 2.7-inch panel that's on the FH25. Per usual, Panny's keeping its trap shut when it comes to a price and release date.

Gallery: Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 and DMC-S1 cameras at CES 2011


Gallery: Panasonic Lumix FH series cameras at CES 2011

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Panasonic intros Lumix DMC-S3, DMC-S1, DMC-FH25 and DMC-FH27 compact cameras originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 05 Jan 2011 18:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Gallery: Samsung's WiFi-enabled SH100 shoots in 14.2MP, uses your smartphone as a viewfinder

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Samsung's WiFi-enabled SH100 shoots in 14.2MP, uses your Android as a viewfinder originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 04 Jan 2011 11:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The company's also using CES as an opportunity to launch the next generation of its Playsport video camera, with this $179.95 model being waterproof up to ten feet, shockproof, dustproof and capable of logging clips at 1080p. You can also snap stills at five megapixels, and that previously mentioned 'Share' button is predictably tacked on here as well. Speaking of revisions, the Pulse digital photo frame is also seeing a gentle refresh, with this one available in 7-inch ($129.95) and 10-inch ($199.95) sizes. The newcomers add the ability to comment on the pictures you receive from friends and family, with our favorite predetermined response being "Such a KODAK MOMENT!" Seriously. Oh, and these also have an ingrained activity sensor that turns the frame off when you walk away, and brings it back to life when you re-approach. Finally, the ESP C310 all-in-one printer will be selling for $99.99, but so far as we can tell, Kodak would rather extol the virtues of its ink-saving abilities than drum up interest in its cutting-edge feature set. Further details can be spotted in the full release after the break.

Gallery: Kodak Easyshare Touch, Mini and Sport cameras, Playfull and Playsport camcorders at CES 2011


Gallery: Kodak's CES 2011 lineup hands-on

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Kodak intros Easyshare Touch, Mini and Sport cameras, Playfull and Playsport camcorders originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 04 Jan 2011 00:02:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Pentax's faceplate-swapping RS1000 reviewed, a good choice if you're on a strict budget originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 12 Dec 2010 06:06:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Canon SD4500 IS reviewed: gets recommended despite some glaring faults originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 10 Dec 2010 11:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>10 megapixel10 megapixels10Megapixel10Megapixels36mmcanonCanon IXUS 1000 HSCanonIxus1000Hscompact cameracompact camerasCompactCameraCompactCamerasdigital cameraDigitalCameraelphIXUS 1000 HSIxus1000Hspoint and shootPointAndShootreviewreviewedSD4500 ISSd4500IsFri, 10 Dec 2010 11:01:00 EST<![CDATA[Panasonic Lumix GF2 vs. GF1... fight!]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/11/05/panasonic-lumix-gf2-vs-gf1-fight/http://www.engadget.com/2010/11/05/panasonic-lumix-gf2-vs-gf1-fight/http://www.engadget.com/2010/11/05/panasonic-lumix-gf2-vs-gf1-fight/#comments If yesterday's preview of the GF2 wasn't enough for you, here's a little more eye candy to feast upon. We paired up Panasonic's all-new Micro Four Thirds shooter with the GF1 that preceded it and collected a nice little gallery for your perusal below. The major difference between the two is in their dimensions -- the GF2 feels a lot closer to your typical compact camera -- though there are plenty of smaller modifications as well, such as the refashioned grip on the camera's right side, the replacement of the jog dial up top with a stereo mic array, and the introduction of a luminous iA button for switching on the intelligent auto mode. The back of the GF2 is also quite a bit tidier, which has been achieved mostly by eliminating some buttons in favor of the touchscreen interface. Check it all out below or jump past the break for some video action.

Gallery: Panasonic Lumix GF2 vs. GF1... fight!

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Panasonic Lumix GF2 vs. GF1... fight! originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 05 Nov 2010 09:09:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Please note: Panasonic has not yet finalized the GF2's firmware, meaning that the sample images and video below may not necessarily be indicative of the quality you'll get from the final product.

Gallery: Panasonic GF2 hands-on

Gallery: Panasonic GF2 sample images

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Panasonic Lumix GF2 preview originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 04 Nov 2010 17:43:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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There are those who pick their pants based on the size of the camera they're going to pocket for the day, and those who just pick their pants and take a camera if one fits. For that latter group Nikon's latest, the Coolpix S5100, may be a good choice. It has scored a "Recommended" review over at Photography Blog, delivering good quality images through its 5x zoom and 12.2 megapixel sensor despite that diminutive size -- barely wider than a credit card. And, with a $179 MSRP, it won't put too much of a hurting on those real pieces of plastic you wouldn't dare leave home without.

Nikon's tiny Coolpix S5100 reviewed before disappearing into someone's pocket originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 04 Nov 2010 11:21:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Canon PowerShot G12 scores predictably glowing review originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 30 Oct 2010 03:49:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W3 reviewed, deemed a worthy W1 successor for slightly less early adopters originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 25 Oct 2010 10:47:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>10 megapixel10Megapixel3d camera3dCamera720pcameracompact cameraCompactCameradigital cameraDigitalCamerafinepixfinepix real 3d w3FinepixReal3dW3fujifujifilmmporeal 3dReal3dw3Mon, 25 Oct 2010 10:47:00 EST<![CDATA[Canon's 35x SX30 superzoomer reviewed: dazzling specs don't trump sub-par performance]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/17/canons-35x-sx30-superzoomer-reviewed-dazzling-specs-dont-trum/http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/17/canons-35x-sx30-superzoomer-reviewed-dazzling-specs-dont-trum/http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/17/canons-35x-sx30-superzoomer-reviewed-dazzling-specs-dont-trum/#commentsCanon's 35x SX30 superzoomer reviewed: dazzling specs don't trump sub-par performance The more things change, the more they stay the same, and though Canon's PowerShot superzoom line has gone from SX20 up to SX30, the new model has received a review that's strikingly similar to that applied to last year's model. On the SX20 they liked the focal range but hated the noisy image quality, and such is the case on the SX30 IS. This year it has a whopping 35x focal range, going from 24mm all the way up to 840mm and adding "very effective" IS to boot. The problem is double-trouble on the image quality front: noisy shots anywhere north of ISO 400, and chromatic aberrations that add a little too much Technicolor delight on contrasty shots. Ultimately it sounds like a hugely flexible and capable shooter, but only for those who aren't too picky about quality -- and who don't mind the $429 MSRP.

Canon's 35x SX30 superzoomer reviewed: dazzling specs don't trump sub-par performance originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 17 Oct 2010 07:07:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[Thanks, Conrad]

Sony NEX-3 goes pink on November 19, in accordance with our wishes originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 12 Oct 2010 03:48:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Samsung AQ100 reviewed and found partially-worthy of Flipper glamour shots originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 30 Sep 2010 09:26:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Update: We just got word that Leica's already priced the D-Lux 5 for a stateside release -- find it for the slightly-more-reasonable-but-not-quite price of $799 when it ships this October.

Gallery: Leica D-Lux 5 behind glass at Photokina 2010

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Leica slaps D-Lux 5 badge on Panasonic LX5, hitches up the price (update) originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 21 Sep 2010 06:47:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Do read on for our thoughts on the P7000 after the break.

Gallery: Nikon Coolpix S80 hands-on

Gallery: Nikon Coolpix P7000 hands-on

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Nikon Coolpix S80 and P7000 hands-on originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 15 Sep 2010 14:22:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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