Posts Tagged ‘DSLR’
Friday, June 8th, 2012
Canon has unveiled the EOS 650D, its entry-level DSLR that will replace the current EOS 600D. The 18-megapixel shooter will be available at the end of June (prices within).
Canon EOS 650D has 18 megapixels and a touch screen monitor.
Canon boasts that the EOS 650D is the world’s first DSLR with a touch screen monitor.
The EOS 650D features a continuous AF (autofocus) Servo and the powerful DICIG 5 imaging processor.
Price & Availability of the Canon EOS 650D
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| Kit 1 (EF-S18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II lens)
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| Kit II (with EF-S18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM lens)
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Other enhancements include a wider ISO range from ISO 100 to 12,800 (expandable to 25,600), Multi Shot Noise Control, Handheld Night Scene, HDR Backlight Control, 9 cross-type AF points within 31 AF zones, and a Hybrid CMOS AF System.
Many of the MIL (mirrorless interchangeable lens) cameras on the market already feature touch screen monitors, but obviously Canon does not consider them as DSLRs (indeed they do NOT have mirrors).
Canon is the only major camera maker that has not launched any MIL camera yet.
I tried out the camera during the launch event at Klapsons The Boutique Hotel in Singapore.
It’s a nifty shooter for the amateur photographer looking to take his/her photography to the next level.
The EOS 650D can shoot continuously at 5 frames per second.
The continuous AF Servo was smooth and noiseless – a boon for those who zoom in and out while shooting video and don’t want the noise to be recorded.
“We are confident that the EOS 650D will be a compelling choice for amateurs looking to bring their photography to the next level,” said Andrew Koh, Senior Director and General Manager of the Consumer Imaging and Information Products Group, Canon Singapore.
What’s more, the autofocus continues working when zooming in and out, rather than stay on the original focus distance at the commencement of video recording.
Along with the EOS 650D, Canon also introduced two new lenses, the EF-S18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM and the EF40mm f/2.8mm STM, featuring a stepping motor for fast and quiet autofocusing.
Pricing & availability for these two lenses will be announced later.
Tags:650D, camera, Canon, DSLR, EOS, Klapsons, launch, lenses, photography, Singapore, touch
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Thursday, April 19th, 2012
Nikon has launched, worldwide, the 24.2-megapixel D3200. The new entry-level DSLR will be available in the US in late April (approx. US$700 with 18-55mm kit lens).
Nikon has also launched a Wireless Mobile Adapter WU-1a (approx. US$60, available in May in the US) for the D3200.
The new Nikon D3200 is available in red or black.
The D3200 records Full HD (1080p) video with full time autofocus (AF) and sports a high-speed continuous shooting mode at 4 frames-per second (fps).
WU-1a Wireless Mobile Adapter
The new optional WU-1a Wireless Mobile Adapter can wirelessly send images to mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets, to enable preview of an image (but not videos) before shooting and remote control of the camera, from up to 15 m away.
The 24.2-megapixel DX-format CMOS sensor works together with Nikon’s EXPEED 3 image processing engine gives an ISO range of 100 – 6400, expandable to ISO 12,800.
As an entry-level DSLR, the D3200 is designed with user-friendly features for the beginner.
WU-1a plugged into D3200.
Accessible on the Mode Dial, the Guide Mode provides step-by-step photo instructions for set-up, shooting, viewing and deleting images and movies.
There are also six Scene Modes – Portrait, Landscape, Child, Sports, Close-Up and Night Portrait.
For video, the camera offers manual or automatic exposure control, and a stereo microphone input to attach an optional external microphone.
The application for Android smartphones (2.3) and tablets (3.x) will be available in May 2012, with the iOS app for iPhone and iPad expected in Fall 2012.
The Guide Mode walks the beginner using the entry-level D3200.
The main differences between the Nikon D3200 and the D3100 are tabulated below.
| Nikon |
D3200 |
D3100 |
| Resolution |
24.2 MP |
14.2 MP |
| Video Full HD (1080p) |
30 fps |
24 fps |
| LCD |
920 k |
230 k |
| Max ISO (regular) |
ISO 6,400 |
ISO 3,200 |
| Continuous shoot |
4 fps |
3 fps |
| Release date |
19 Apr 2012 |
19 Aug 2010 |
The brochure can be downloaded here.
Tags:Android, camera, D3200, DSLR, entry, iOS, launch, lens, Nikon, photography, wireless
Posted in Accessories, Android, App, Cameras, DSLR, Events, Gadgets, iOS, Launch, Nikon, Photography, Prices, Specifications | 5 Comments »
Friday, April 13th, 2012
Canon has announced the EOS-1D C, a DSLR capable of recording video at 4K resolution (4,096 x 2,160 pixels) at a frame rate of 24p, or Full HD resolution (1,920×1,080 pixels) at 60p – whilst retaining the still image shooting prowess of the EOS-1D X.
This new flagship DSLR will be available from end October this year (prices TBA).
Canon EOS-1D C, flagship DSLR with 4K video - available in October 2012.
The Canon EOS-1D C is designed for use in motion picture, television and other high-resolution digital production industries.
The EOS-1D C retains the still image shooting capabilities of the EOS-1D X:
- 18.1MP full-frame CMOS sensor (36 x 24mm)
- Dual DIGIC 5+ image processor
- ISO 100 – 25,600 (video)
- ISO 100 – 51,200 (stills)
- Photographs at up to 12fps, and 14fps in Super High Speed Continuous mode.
The DSLR provides its users a physically compact yet digitally powerful machine to meet the high demands of today’s production standards.
The Canon EOS-1D C records 4K resolution video (4,096 x 2,160 pixels) at a frame rate of 24p, with 8-bit Motion JPEG compression, cropped to an APS-H-equivalent angle of view.
It can also record Full HD video (1,920 x 1,080 pixels) at a maximum frame rate of 60p, answering the demanding needs of industry professionals.
In addition, the EOS-1D C allows for efficient workflow during production and post-production, with features within the firmware and the accompanying software suite.
Connections panel on one side of the camera.
The camera records all video, including 4K, directly to the inserted CF card without having to use peripheral equipment such as external storage devices, bringing increased mobility to its user.
When required, captured video (excluding 4K video) can be output to an external recorder via an HDMI terminal, using an uncompressed YCbCr 4:2:2 signal.
For motion-picture productions, the camera incorporates a Super 35mm crop function, enabling video to be recorded in the industry-standard 35mm angle of view.
The Canon Log Gamma enables the recording of high-quality video with rich gradation expression.
This produces the impressive image quality required in motion-pictures by minimizing both shadow detail loss and highlight detail loss while retaining a high level of color-grading freedom.
Top view of the Canon EOS-1D C
The EOS-1D C ships with software applications such as EOS Utility and Picture Style Editor.
Canon EOS-1D C body
EOS Utility allows a whole host of camera operations to be controlled via a PC, while the Picture Style Editor allows users to edit and register customized image settings in the camera.
These two applications enable real-time processes such as editing the picture style and confirming results on a monitor during set up or even on the shooting set, increasing production efficiency.
Playback software that ships with the camera allows 4K/Motion JPEG and Full HD video at 60p shot on the EOS-1D C to be output on an external monitor with no loss in image quality.
It also enables video shot with the Canon Log Gamma to be output on a monitor with video gamma applied.
Tags:Canon, Canon EOS-1D C, DSLR, EOS, flagship, ID, photography, still, video
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Thursday, March 22nd, 2012
The two new top DSLRs from Nikon hit the shelves in Singapore today. Flagship D4 (S$9,799) and 36.3-megapixel D800 (S$4,488) go on sale today.
D4 (S$9,799) and 36.3-megapixel D800 (S$4,488)
Nikon’s new flagship D4 was first launched in Singapore on 6 January 2012, while the D800 was launched on 7 February.
D800E will likely be available only later in April (price TBC, possibly 10% more than the price of D800).
A write-up on the launch, specs and brochure for the D800 can be found here, while the brochure for D4 can be viewed or downloaded here.
The key specifications and features for the D4 and D800 are summarised below.
Nikon D4
S$9,799
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The next-generation flagship digital SLR camera is equipped with a new Nikon FX-format CMOS image sensor (36.0 × 23.9 mm) and EXPEED 3, the latest image-processing engine specifically optimized for digital SLR cameras.
Designed with versatility and functionality that offers superior image quality rich in detail along with excellent high-speed performance.
The Nikon D4 has an effective pixel count of 16.2-million pixels, and offers superior image quality under a broad range of lighting conditions with its image sensor supporting an incredible range of sensitivities from ISO 50 to ISO 204800. |
- New Nikon FX-format CMOS image sensor.
- Support for an huge range of sensitivities, from ISO 50 to ISO 204,800.
- New EXPEED 3 image-processing engine with superior, high-speed processing capabilities.
- 91K-pixel RGB sensor for the more accurate Advanced Scene Recognition System.
- Faster and more accurate AF with 51 focus points.
- Multi-area Mode Full HD D-movie with three image area options.
- Smooth workflow from initial setup to image transfer.
- The new compact Wireless Transmitter WT-5 with simple connection to the camera (available separately).
- Capture NX 2 Ver. 2.3 for significantly faster processing.
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Nikon D800
S$4,488
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The D800 is Nikon’s newest FX-format DSLR.
Its huge 36.3 megapixels and the powerful new EXPEED 3 image processing engine offers imaging potential that rivals some of the best studio cameras.
If your workflow demands broadcast quality video with high-fidelity audio recording, D-Movie will satisfy even your most demanding needs.
The D800 shoots 1080p Full HD in both FX and DX based formats, offering cinematographers newfound versatility. |
- 36.3 Megapixels.
- ISO range of ISO 100 to 6,400, expandable to ISO 50 to 25,600.
- Optical low-pass filter optimized for sharpness.
- New image-processing engine EXPEED 3.
- Newly developed 91K-pixel RGB sensor.
- Approx. 921k-dot, 3.2-in. LCD monitor.
- Dual card slots for a CF card and SD memory card.
- High-speed data transfer with USB 3.0 supported.
- Full HD video quality (1920 x 1080/30p).
- High-fidelity audio recording control.
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Tags:cameras, D4, D800, DSLR, Nikon, Singapore
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Thursday, March 15th, 2012
The Canon EOS 5D Mark III will be available at all authorised Canon dealers on Saturday, 17 March. Body only: S$4,699. Body + Kit lens: S$5,999. The kit lens will be the EF24-105mm f/4L IS USM.
The Canon EOS 5D Mark III will hit Singapore stores on 17 March, Saturday.
Globally launched two weeks ago, the 22.3-megapixel DSLR from Canon will hit the stores in Singapore this Saturday – two days from now.
The online estimate of US$3,500 for the body turned out to be rather accurate.
The BG-E11 battery grip will be only be available in end April.
Tags:5D, Canon, DSLR, EOS, Mark III
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Friday, March 9th, 2012
Sony will be at the IT Show 2012 in Suntec Singapore almost every which way you look and on nearly every level of Suntec.
Check out Sony's promotions and deals at the IT Show 2011.
Lookout for deals and promotions for their Bravia TVs, digital photo frames, Home Entertainment Systems, personal music products like the Walkman, video and still cameras, tablets and Vaio notebooks and accessories such as power supplies, batteries and memory cards.
Digital photo frames and compact cameras
Videocams, DSLRs and MIL cameras
Tablets and Vaio notebooks
Personal music products
Bravia TVs and Home Theatre Systems
Power supply and memory cards
Click on the thumbnails above to view or download Sony’s promotion flyers for their different categories of products.
Tags:accessories, Bravia, cameras, discount, DSLR, Home Theatre Systems, IT Show, IT Show 2012, laptops, memory cards, music, notebooks, photo frames, power, promotion, Singapore, Sony, Suntec, tablets, TV, Vaio, videocams, Walkman
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Thursday, March 8th, 2012
Nikon will be at IT Show 2012 in Suntec Singapore at Level 4, Halls 402 & 403, Booth 8218; with promotional prices, free accessories and purchase-with-purchase promotions for its DSLRs, Nikon 1 V1/J1 MIL cameras and COOLPIX compacts.
Nikon will be at Level 4, Halls 402 & 403, Booth 8218 in Suntec Singapore during IT Show 2012 from 8-11 March 2011.
Additional discounts will be revealed during the show itself for the following cameras:
Download Nikon’s IT Show 2012 flyer here, or view it below after the break.
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Tags:camera, compact, COOLPIX, DSLR, IT Show, IT Show 2012, MIL, Nikon, promotions, Singapore, Suntec
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Friday, March 2nd, 2012
The much awaited 22.3-megapixel camera will be available towards end of this month with prices to be announced (online estimate US$3,500). The BG-E11 battery grip will be available in end April.
Update (15 March 2012):
The Canon EOS 5D Mark III will be available at all authorised Canon dealers on Saturday, 17 March at the following prices.
- EOS 5D Mark III body: S$4,699
- EOS 5D Mark III kit (body + lens*): S$5,999
*kit lens: EF24-105mm f/4L IS USM
The earlier online estimates turned out rather spot-on.
The Canon EOS 5D Mark III was launched globally today.
The EOS 5D Mark III at today's launch.
Canon has launched today the third DSLR in the EOS 5D series.
The worldwide launch was synchronised with that in Japan and other countries at 1pm Singapore time, at Ion Sky.
The original EOS 5D (first full frame DSLR) was launched in 2005 while the EOS 5D Mark II (first HD video capable DSLR) was launched in 2008.
Main features
The Canon EOS 5D Mark III with the EF 24-105 zoom lens.
– 36 x 24mm full frame CMOS sensor
– 22.3 megapixels
– 6 frames-per-second
– DIGIC 5+ processor
– ISO 100 – 25,600 (expandable to 50 – 102,400)
– Improved 61-point auto-focus system.
Additional features
– Multiple Exposures
– High Dynamic Range (HDR) shooting
– 1080P30 HD video
– 100% viewfinder coverage
– CF & SD (incl SDXC) cards
– In-camera optical corrections such as distortion, peripheral illumination, chromatic aberration.
The exterior design and layout is similar to the EOS 7D but it has inherited many of the new features introduced late last year in Canon’s flagship EOS-1D X, such as the 61-point auto-focus (AF) system.
The much awaited Canon EOS 5D Mark III.
This is a great enhancement over thE 9-point AF system of the previous two EOS 5Ds.
On top of that, 41 of the AF points are cross-type points, with the central five diagonally sensitive.
Canon also boasts that there has been a 2-stop improvement in low-light performance – so ISO 25,600 would have as little noise as ISO 6,400 previously.
The new Digic 5+ in the 5D Mark III is 17 times faster than the Digic 4 processor in the 5D Mark II.
In conjunction with the launch of the Canon EOS 5D Mark III, three new EF lenses were also launched today.
– EF24-70mm f/2.8L II USM
– EF28mm f/2.8 IS USM
– EF24mm f/2.8 IS USM.
Other accessories that were also launched today include:
– Speedlite 600EX flash unit
– Speedlite 600 EX-RT flash unit
– GP-E2 GPS receiver
– WFT-E7 Wireless File Transfer unit
– ST-E3-RT Speedlite transmitter
Tags:5D, camera, Canon, DSLR, EOS, launch, Mark III, Singapore
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Tuesday, February 7th, 2012
Nikon has launched, worldwide, the successor to the D700. The 36.3-megapixel D800 (approx. S$3,750) will be available in March, while the D800E (approx. 10% more at S$4,100) will be available in April.
Nikon launched the D800 and D800E DSLRs worldwide today.
The 36.3 megapixel, FX-format DSLRs boast the highest effective pixel count in the world.
In Singapore, Nikon launched the D800 and D800E in the Pan Pacific Hotel, together with the slew of 12 COOLPIX cameras that it had announced one week ago.
Expected to be less than half the price of Nikon’s recently released flagship D4, the D800/800E promises tremendous value for money for enthusiasts looking for a similar level of video recording performance as the D4, but who do not need the professional-oriented features for shooting stills in the D4.
But the star of the event was undoubtedly the D800 and D800E.
Main features
Both have a powerful new EXPEED 3 image processing engine, 36.3-megapixel CMOS sensor, and 91k-pixel RGB sensor (for Advanced Scene Recognition) inside a light, single-piece magnesium body that is water and dust resistant.
They are capable of shooting broadcast quality video with high-fidelity audio recording.
The cinematographer will love the versatility of being able to shoot 1080p Full HD in both FX and DX based formats.
ISO ranges from 100 – 6400 (extensible to ISO 50 – 25,600)
The D800E offers even greater detail resolution
Nikon D800E with a battery grip
The D800E disables the aliasing and moiré pattern reduction operation performed by the optical low-pass filter in the D800 and most DSLRs, that result in a slight blurring of details.
By doing so, light passing through a NIKKOR lens is able to strike photodiodes directly for greater resolution in details.
This model is optimal for landscape and artistic photography, which demand higher detail resolution and clear definition.
Apart from this, the D800E possesses the same characteristics as the D800.
The detailed brochure for the two cameras can be viewed here.
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Tags:D800, D800E, DSLR, launch, Nikon
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Thursday, November 24th, 2011
Here are the SITEX 2011 (24-27 November 2011) promotions from Olympus.
The details of the free gifts that come with each camera are also listed.
Camera discounts and free gifts from Olympus during SITEX 2011.
Tags:cameras, compact, DSLR, Olympus, promo, SITEX 2011
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