Sony is once again in trouble with its digital cameras. The company has just announced a global recall of 416,000 Cyber-shot DSC-T5 digital cameras to rectify bottom plates because the case can bend and can turn into an edge that can cut or scratch the user’s hands. The Cyber-shot DSC-T5 was announced couple of years ago and offers 5.1 megapixel resolution, a 2.5-inch LCD display, 3� optical zoom, sliding lens cover, and aluminum bodies available in black, silver, gold, red, and champagne colors. This recall will replace the bottom casing of affected cameras absolutely free and according to the Sony’s spokesperson statement in Tokyo, the shortcoming was noticed by the company after a month ago when the camera was launched. Complaints from about 30 customers of Japan and of other markets also reported the problem, with small cuts or scratches. According to Sony, approximately 350,000 Cyber-shot DSC-T5 cameras are sold in the U.S., Europe, and China whereas almost 66,000 are sold in Japan. Affected camera model and serial numbers comes between 3500001 and 3574100. U.S. customers can report to Sony’s support Web site
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Pocket camera detector to keep you safe from spy cameras
Imagine you are behind closed doors where you think you are not being watched by anyone else. Confiding on the privacy of the place, you are out of your hide. But what if there is someone else not only looking through its eyes but also storing it’s memory. This imaginary situation has turned real for many sending waves of sensation and causing havoc in lives of the victims. Discreet cameras can be a real nuisance [Only for the victims]. Be it sting operations ruining political careers of many politicians or illegal incidents like discreet recording of sex between consenting adults who can even be legally married. If you are scared of such situations and try to check for the possible hidden cameras each time you check in a hotel room, you surely need this. And who knows someone could be recording your activities in your bedroom or even in your bathroom. With the proliferation of spy devices, the risks have multiplied many folds. If you suffer from the paranoia of someone keeping an eye through spy gadgets, pocket camera detector can help you chill. Just turn around the small USB drive-size detector and it lets you know if you are in some danger zone. All you need to do now is to head for some other place or if it’s your place, look for the spy device. Great! Isn’t it. But not for all. Think of those involved in preparing cheap voyeur films using spy cams. They are going to loose lot of money due to this camera detector that comes for $29.95. Now many of you would always keep this camera detector as you carry your cellphone. After all no one wants to be caught in a camera with pants down. Image Source: Scientificsonline Source: Ubergizmo
Aiptek intros 720P HD Camcorder for under $300
If having a digital camcorder is beyond your reach, here is a solution for you from AIPTEK that has of late come up with the release of their low-cost GO-HD, an HD camcorder, which is claimed to fit in the palm of your hand. AIPTEK’s HD camcorder boasts resolutions of 720P (1280×720 pixel resolution/16:9 aspect ratio) at 30 frames per second. The GO-HD makes use of H.264 codec technology, which lets users record about four hours of HD video clips on an 8GB High Capacity SD. The GO-HD provides HCSD card expansion, too. GO-HD measures about 4.5″ x 2.75″ x 1.25″ and weighs almost 7.5 ounces. Additional characteristics consist of a 3x Optical Zoom with Auto-Focus, one-touch recording, a 270-degree swivel-reversible 2.4″ TFT color LCD display, and AIPTEK’s Night Shot feature, which augments image quality in dark or low light settings-almost four feet-by making use of integrated LED lights. The GO-HD comes with an integrated charger also, thus it is able to be recharged using USB while hooked onto a computer or by connecting the AC charger cable built-in. The GO-HD is also said to work like a digital camera with a 5-megapixel CMOS sensor, a two-inch macro zoom and auto-focus. GO-HD is also capable of hooking up to any HDTV & HD monitor, standard TV, or PC (users could do with loading the software given for computer or get QuickTime 7.0 or higher for Mac. The cables to hook up the GO-HD are all incorporated. AIPTEK throws all of these sports in the GO-HD for only under $300. Read
Nikon Cool Pix 360 help users take great pictures of awesome panoramic vistas
For the Nikon lovers, the company has been brainstorming some new ideas lately. The Nikon Cool Pix 360 is the most happening thing in the photography world. Do you recall the last time when the camera angle needed to be changed physically, and you would have to adjust yourself to weird uncomfortable positions along with your digital SLR to take good pictures? With this new model, it’s time to say goodbye to those days, and get your full 360 degrees of freedom back. According to Nikon, the Cool pix 360 has put a lot more importance on the user interface. I think this is extremely important since, cameras are very end user related products. If the camera is not user friendly it simply won’t sell. The camera designer Yu Chen, agrees that this is a camera for all around pictures. The camera doesn’t require the user to turn around. The unique design of the camera along with the built in inclinometer adjusts the head of the camera. However, the camera doesn’t come with it’s own tripod. The disappointing news along with this is that Nikon is not sure when the camera will go into production. After taking a look at all the different pictures online, I think this camera might be a little hard for people to get used to the unique tripod like camera design. At the same time, the Nikon’s features will most definitely help the users take cool pictures of panoramic vistas.
Super small Soban digital photo album stores 7,000 photos
While we have seen a number of digital frames lately, the new Soban digital photo album simply has an edge over the others owing to its ultra compact size. The tiny photo viewer features an USB port to connect to the computer. It stores a whopping 7000 photos on its 128MB drive. It could have been great if they had stuffed in some more memory. Anyhow, we are not sure whether they are offering any memory cards or not. The Soban looks like a flip-book can be hooked to your keychain. 7000 photos in such a small space! That’s simply great. Via: Blog.scifi
Panoramic camera that spins to capture 360-degree view
As I myself is deeply obsessed with photography so I can understand my friends troubles too who face difficulties while shooting panoramic photographs, especially a 360 degree panorama. Now, as I came across the new panoramic digital camera designed by Hye-Jeong Yang I believe my problems are ended up somewhere to enhance the quality of my panoramic photographs. By just resting on a flat surface and by rolling around in a circle it automatically snaps pictures and stitches them together too to enable you to capture perfect panoramas every time. So next time if you wanna capture a good panoramic picture of your vacation in the middle of the Atlantic ocean you can rely on this new concept that can make the whole process of your photography much easier.
Sony’s new Cyber-shot cameras detect your smile
Have you ever missed taking a great smiling photo just because that shutter of your digital camera was delay? I hope, Sony Corporation’s new camera will resolve your problem. Sony’s new Cyber-shot cameras detect a smile and automatically takes a photo. Sony has displayed its new Cyber-shot DSC-T200 and Cyber-shot DSC-T70 at the Sony Dealer Convention in Tokyo. Both the new Cybershot DSC-T200 and DSC-T70 models have a ‘smile shutter’ function which combines other functions like face detection, image stabilization and high sensitivity to low levels of light. The new Cybershot DSC-T200 camera comes with touch screen which allows users to select the subject to focus on and allows you to choose where you want to zoom the camera. The DSC-T200 comes with 3.5 inch viewing screen and a 5x zoom. With the Cybershot DSC-T200 camera, you can take 8 megapixel photos. While the DSC-T70 camera is featured with a 3.0 inch screen and 3x zoom and comes with silver, black, white and pink. The other features of the DSC-T70 camera are given below: 1) 8 megapixel resolution 2) 3x optical zoom with image stabilization 3) 3 inch, touch sensitive LCD 4) 9-point AF 5) Movie capture up to 640×480 resolution at 30fps 6) HD output 7) Lithium-ion battery Both the Cybershot cameras are compatible with high-def TV through a separate cable. The DSC-T200 and DSC-T70 sell for $400 and $300 respectively. Both new cybershot cameras available at Sony Style retail stores of Japan. Image: IT News & Tech Fesh
Panasonic slides out Lumix DMC-FS2 a 7.2 megapixel shooter
Panasonic recently announced a novel Lumix shooter in Japan under the name DMC-FS2. It features stuffing many average with a 7.2 megapixel CCD, 3x Leica DC Vario-Elmarit zoom lens, ISO 3200 "high sensitivity" mode, and 2.5-inch LCD on the backside. It is capable of recording almost 350 shots off a solo charge and can record 848 x 480 video at 30fps direct to SDHC/SD cards. The FS2 is going to be shipped in variety of pink, black, or silver in Japan (and in all probability further than) starting mid-June for an unrevealed price. Read
New series of webcams from Philips
Good news for webcam fans, Philips has come up with three new webcams, namely, SPC620, SPC1000 and SPC1300. The best part about all three is that they support background customization and emoticon integration, wide-angle lenses. In addition, these webcam has face-tracking capabilities. The SPC1300 flagship model consists of Pixel Plus 2 technology, which is ideal for sharper imaging. Apart from that, it also offers six megapixel stills, two built-in directional microphones and Digital Natural Motion technology for flicker-free video. The expected price of this webcam is around 99.90 Euros. On the other hand, the SPC1000 has a built-in directional microphone with noise reduction filter, still images of five megapixels and a 5x digital zoom. The expected price of this webcam is around 49.90 Euros. Last but surely not the least, SPC620 consists of a VGA CMOS sensor with built-in interpolation for top-notch video quality and photo reproduction for video calling and v-mails. Even better, it clicks all of the famous instant messaging services such as Yahoo, MSN and Gmail. The expected price of this webcam is around 49.90 Euros. Engadget
DXG- 572V camcorder: Affordable and full of features
If you are looking for a camcorder that is not so expensive and still has wide array of top-notch features, there is good news for you. US based digital camera manufacturer DXG has come up with a new camcorder 572V that not only has an ability to record full motion MPEG-4 video in near DVD-quality but also captures 5 Megapixel photos with full clarity and color. Even better, the price of this latest offering from DXG is just around $ 150. The design of DXG 572V is compact and elegant. In terms of features, it offers 5 Megapixel CMOS sensor, 4X digital zoom, 2-inch flip-out LCD screen, built-in digital voice recorder, and mass storage capability. All in all, one can safely say that DXG 572V is tailor made for vacations, road trips and just about any course of event that you are interested in capturing. Rating: 9/10 Engadget