Archive for the ‘cameras’ Category
Wednesday, February 8th, 2023
Canon has launched two new mirrorless cameras for those looking to step up their photography from their smartphones. Price & Availability TBA. Two new RF lenses were also released.
The Canon EOS R50 (behind) is for those who want good image quality with the user-friendly interface of a smartphone, while the Canon EOS R8 (front) offers the superior image quality and performance of a full-frame camera.
The EOS R8 is Canon’s lightest full-frame mirrorless camera that combines many of the powerful video and still shooting features of the EOS R6 Mark II, such as Canon Log 3 and up to 40 fps continuous shooting with the portability of the EOS RP.
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Thursday, November 3rd, 2022
The Canon EOS R6 Mark II hits Singapore shelves on 18 November 2022 with pre-orders beginning today. Also announced is a RF135mm f/1.8L USM prime lens and the Speedlite EL-5 flash. Prices below.
New from Canon (from Left): Speedlite EL-5 flash, EOS R6 Mark II full-frame camera, RF135mm f/1.8L IS USM lens.
The Canon EOS R6 Mark II replaces its predecessor which will stop production.
Price & Availability
- S$3,899: EOS R6 Mark II
- S$4,388: EOS R6 Mark II (with RF24-105mm f/4-7.1 IS STM)
- RF135mm f/1.8L IS USM: TBA
Speedlite EL-5: TBA
The full-frame camera adds a number of video production features to make it useful for both still photography and videos.
Highlights of the EOS R6 Mark II include 6K 60p Raw video external recording, Canon Log 3, High Frame Rate Full HD 180p recording, and focus breathing correction.
Still-shooting wise, the EOS R6 Mark II offers up to 40 fps with AF/AE tracking — the fastest continuous shooting speed in the EOS camera system.
More details below from the press release.
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Tuesday, May 24th, 2022
The new EOS R7 (S$2,049) and EOS R10 (S$1,309) are the first to use APS-C sensors in Canon’s EOS R (for revolution) line of mirrorless cameras. Also introduced are two new RF-S lenses for the new cameras. Prices & Availability below.
The two new APS-C mirrorless cameras and lenses from Canon’s EOS R lineup.
The 32.5-megapixel EOS R7 and 24.2-megapixel EOS R10 are designed for more experienced users who require a fast camera to photograph dynamic subjects such as sports and wildlife.
The high-performance EOS R7 features In-Body Image Stabilization (In-Body IS), weather-sealing, and dual SD card slots, while the EOS R10 is designed for more standard everyday needs, featuring a built-in flash and a smaller form factor.
Canon launches the new cameras and lenses in Singapore. (Left) Edwin Teoh – Head Of Marketing. (Right) Andrew Koh – Head of Singapore Operations Group. Canon Singapore Pte Ltd.
Launched alongside the two cameras are the RF-S18-45mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM and RF-S18-150mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM — two new kit lenses for the EOS R7 and EOS R10.
More details below from the press release.
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Friday, October 22nd, 2021
Sony has announced the new Alpha 7IV (available in Dec 2021) with 33-megapixel full-frame sensor, as well as two new flashes (late Nov 2021): HVL-F60RM2 and HVL-f46RM. Prices TBA.
Sony positions the Alpha 7 IV as the “perfect all-around camera for today’s imaging enthusiasts and professionals who shoot all scenarios”.
The new Alpha 7 IV (model ILCE-7M4) features many of Sony’s imaging technologies including the latest BIONZ XR processing engine and AF (autofocus) capabilities based on the flagship Alpha 1 model, combined with streamlined operability and enhanced reliability for photos and movies.
The newly developed 33MP full-frame back-illuminated Exmor CMOS image sensor offers good image quality and Wide ISO sensitivity range expandable to ISO 50-204800.
Key specifications of the Sony Alpha 7 IV. Click to enlarge. Full specs here.
The latest processing engine BIONZ XR used in the flagship Alpha 1 delivers high-speed AF, uninterrupted continuous shooting at 10fps with AF/AE tracking and a large buffer for a smooth shooting experience.
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Saturday, August 21st, 2021
This year’s contest will see a new videography category being introduced to celebrate more diverse perspectives across the country. This year’s theme is “Our World In Colour”.
Sony’s annual Alpha Creators contest is back for its fourth edition this year.
Boasting both a photo and video contest for the first time, content creators are being invited to capture and celebrate the beauty and vibrancy of Singapore, especially after a year of extraordinary change in 2020.
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Thursday, February 25th, 2021
Xiaomi also launched appliances from its ecosystem – Mi Vacuum Cleaner G10, Mi Ionic Hair Dryer H300, and Mi 360º Home Security Camera 2K. Prices & promotions below.
The latest Android flagship smartphone from Xiaomi – the Mi 11.
Following its global unveil two weeks ago, Xiaomi has launched its latest flagship – the Mi 11 – for Singapore, with availability beginning on 20 March, 2021.
Check out the features of the Mi 11 here.
Price & Availability
- Mi 11 (20 March)
- Mi Vacuum Cleaner G10
- Mi Ionic Hair Dryer H300
- Mi 360º Home Security Camera 2K
The Mi 11 comes in two storage variants: 8GB+128GB and 8GB+256GB with enhanced LPDDR5 3200MHz RAM + UFS 3.1 storage.
The Mi 11 8GB+128GB version will be available as an online exclusive at Xiaomi official stores on Lazada and Shopee, whereas the 8GB+256GB version will be available for purchase online and offline at Authorised Mi Stores and other official retailers in Singapore.
Mi 11 comes in two colour options: Midnight Gray and Horizon Blue, which are available from 20 March; and Cloud White, which will be available at a later date.
In addition, the first 100 customers to purchase Mi 11 will receive an Mi AIoT premium pack worth S$461.90, and the subsequent 600 customers to purchase Mi 11 will receive a free Mi Air Purifier 3C (RRP: S$179).
This special first day sale campaign is only valid for one day on March 20.
The new Mi Vacuum Cleaner G10 features a digital motor that spins at 125,000rmp, creating up to 150 air watts suction power (25% more than the previous generation) with HEPA filter with 99.97% whole filtration rate.
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Tuesday, December 1st, 2020
We’re now into December and the final stretch of 2020. Here are some gift ideas that I’ve curated for Christmas 2020.
* I’ll be adding to this list over the next few days, so check back daily for new gift ideas as I collate them.
The tech4xmas gift guide is meant to provide ideas to start you off, so do check out some of them online and in the shops if they are what you think would bring a smile to your loved ones this Christmas.
Around this time of year, I’m usually inundated with requests from readers and friends on Christmas gift ideas for their loved ones or themselves.
So here are some tech that I would use myself or get for MY loved ones, based mostly on those gadgets that I’ve tried or reviewed.
Not all are the latest and newest, but they are what I think some of the best-in-class in their category of products.
Happy Christmas Shopping!
tech4xmas Gift Guide below.
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Tags:accessories, Chistmas, Christmas 2020, gadgets, reviews, tech4xmas, tech4xmas 2020, Xmas
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Wednesday, October 14th, 2020
The new Canon EOS M50 Mark II targets both videographers and photographers and will be in Singapore in late November, 2020. Specifications below.
Equipped with a Vari-angle LCD monitor and features such as touch screen recording, movie self-timer and an external microphone jack, the EOS M50 Mark II make it intuitive and easy for vloggers to record videos and do live streaming.
Canon’s successor to its original EOS M50 offers sharper images and video with its 24.1MP APS-C CMOS sensor, while its Dual Pixel CMOS AF provides quicker and more accurate autofocus.
Both the Canon EOS M50 Mark II and the Speedlite EL-1 will be available in late November from Canon authorised dealers and pricing will be advised at a later date.
More details below from the press release.
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Thursday, September 17th, 2020
GoPro has announced its new camera, HERO9 Black, featuring “more everything” including a new sensor that offers 5K video and 20 megapixel photos, next-generation HyperSmooth 3.0 video stabilisation with in-camera horizon leveling and more. Prices below.
The HERO9 Black is on sale starting today on GoPro.com and at select retail partners such as Courts, Best Denki, Challenger, Harvey Norman, TK Foto and Sprint-Cass for RRP S$680.
The GoPro HERO9 Black features a new front-facing display, a larger rear display, 30% more battery life, and a Max Lens Mod accessory that brings Max HyperSmooth video stabilisation and Max SuperView ultra wide-angle photo and video to HERO9 Black.
Singapore Availability
HERO9 Black (S$680) is on sale starting today on GoPro.com and at select retail partners (Courts, Best Denki, Challenger, Harvey Norman, TK Foto and Sprint-Cass).
HERO9 Black joins GoPro MAX (S$740), HERO8 Black (S$530), and HERO7 Black (S$375) to round out the full 2020 GoPro Lineup.
GoPro also shared that it has updated the name of its GoPro Plus subscription offering to simply GoPro, reflecting how central the subscription service has become to the brand’s product experience.
GoPro has also eliminated plastic from HERO9 Black’s packaging and added value by packaging the camera in a high-quality travel case that fits additional mounts and accessories.
Features and additional details below from the press release.
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Tuesday, September 15th, 2020
Sony Electronics introduces the Alpha 7C fullframe camera, the FE 28-60mm F4-5.6 zoom lens and HVL-F28RM compact flash. Prices TBA.
The new Sony Alpha 7C fullframe camera with the FE 28-60mm F4-5.6 zoom lens.
Sony boasts that the Alpha 7C is the world’s smallest and lightest full-frame body, featuring advanced AF (autofocus) and high-resolution 4K video capabilities.
Availability in Singapore
The Alpha 7C camera (model ILCE-7C), FE 28-60mm F4-5.6 lens (model SEL2860) and HVL-F28RM flash will be available at Sony Stores, Sony Centres, Sony’s flagship on Lazada and authorised dealers from October 2020, January 2021 and November 2020 respectively.
When paired with the compact FE 28-60mm F4-5.6 standard zoom lens, it enables portability and versatility for full-frame imaging.
The HVL-F28RM flash is compact and features an intelligent light intensity control linked to camera face detection.
More details below from the press release.
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