The leaders in Digicam industry are popping out camcorders like babies, one after another. This time, Panasonic has rolled out the new VDR-D400, DVD camcorder that features larger 20x optical zoom for the very first time. Thanks to the in-built anti-blur technology, you would get superior quality images with this 3CCD DVD camcorder. You can even store the videos on SD memory cards that are compatible with DVD-RAM/-R/-RW. Offering an USB 2.0 connection, the camcorder boasts DVD MovieAlbum SE 4.2 and DVDfunStudio 2.4. Still, I am thinking about its 20x optical zoom. It’s really tempting. Isn’t it? Well guys, no words on the pricing of the high-definition VDR-D400 and it can be seen in the Japanese market from 1st September, 2006.
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Rollei Introduces The New dt6 Tribute Digital Camera
Rollei, the company whose main aim is to make photography accessible to number of amateurs, has popped out yet another camera, dt6 Tribute. I don’t understand why Rollei keeps on introducing the same kind of digital cameras again and again and all with the same specifications or even lesser than the earlier released one e.g. dx63 Tribute. The new Rollei dt6 Tribute features 6.36-megapixel CCD with 38x zoom, 2.5-inch TFT color display, 32MB internal memory and USB 2.0 support. The features that enthrall me a bit are its built-in flash to the automatic white balance and USB interface. Anyways you can make dt6 Tribute yours by paying a price of €279.
Epson Unveils P-5000 and P-3000 Multimedia Storage Viewer
Epson has added two new devices, P-5000 and P-3000, to its Multimedia Storage Viewer series that boast compact and sleek make. Both the viewers are ideal for storing, managing and sharing your photos and movies. The key specs of the P-5000 are: 1. Clear, bright and colorful 4′ Photo Fine Ultra color LCD. 2. World’s first 4-colour filter system. 3. 80GB hard drive for reviewing, storing, organizing and rating images. 4. Built-in CF/SD memory card slots and support for DivX. 5. Durable aluminum casing. 6. Full USB support and integrated audio player. The key specs of the P-3000 are: 1. Crystal clear 4′ Photo Fine Ultra LCD. 2. World’s first 4-colour filter system. 3. 40GB Internal Memory plus built-in CF/SD memory card slots. 4. Full USB support and integrated audio player. 5. Built-in audio player.
Lenovo Tries Its Hands With USB WebCam
Lenovo seems to be trying its hands on webcams now as it has introduced a USB WebCam (model name: 40Y8519) that boasts nothing so special if we look forward to compare it to the other webcams present in the market. The key specs are a normal 1.3-megapixel sensor, spring clip attachment method to hold the cam in the place, two beam-forming microphones with noise reduction, and the USB 2.0 connectivity. The Minox spy camera like design is the only factor that differentiates it a bit from other models. You can have the Lenovo USB webcam for mere $79.95. I will suggest Lenovo to think of its ThinkPads rather than the webcams.
TC- 242N: A 5.0 megapixel camera/ binoculars
The TC- 242N is a 5.0 Megapixel digital camera cum binoculars and it is claimed that you will be able to read a license plate 300 yards away. A cool gadget for the geeks who love to record what they see through binoculars. Good for site seeing and safari where you would not like first to peer into binocular and then juggle for camera to shoot the animals. Its USB compatibility means that you can easily download data to your PC and share. You will also find a USB 1.1 integrated with this device but it is beyond my knowledge why USB 2.0 was not integrated. The camera/ binocular features a SD card slot and a 8x non digital zoom. It has a 1.5-inch TFT LCD screen which gives two resolution modes of 1600 x 1200 and 640 x 480. When plugged to your PC it is compatible to Windows 98/98SE/2000/ME/XP. The device has dimensions of 6 x 1.5 inches and weighs 1.3 pounds. It is available at Gadget Universe for $200.
Voigtlaender Vitolux XM 7.0 with mega features in mini enclosure
Miniaturization is appreciated by everyone and miniaturization with best technology embedded brings out a gem. Similarly, Voigtlaender Vitolux XM 7.0 is a compact digital camera, which comes in an attractive silver enclosure of just 3.78- x 2.32- x 0.79-inch. The product boasts of three-inch monitor, 32MB of internal storage, SD slot, MPEG4 movie mode, and an average 3x optical zoom relative to its small size. This 7-megapixel shooter also features USB 2.0 connectivity, AV out (NTSC / PAL-friendly), and PictBridge support. Price: $384
Canon Elura 100 MiniDV Camcorder: Armed to the max for just $300
Around the world, the name Canon means optical excellence, advanced image processing, and superb performance. The Eluras are the most affordable of Canon’s Megapixel camcorders and give you both vivid video and brilliant digital photographs. The Elura 100 MiniDV digital camcorder offers a wide variety of advanced, yet easy-to-use features that make it perfect for capturing all of life’s moments. The camcorder comes with a 2.7 LCD screen on which you can preview your video or stills for a perfect shoot in wide screen format. It also features Elura 100. Viewfinder – 0.33, 113,000 pixels (16 – 9 display supported) 2.7 LCD screen Exposure Lock adjusts exposure by up to +/-11 stops (+/-2.75 EV) Motor Drive Mode for capturing sports and other fast action Progressive Photos. This is not all, the camera is good at working in any kind of light conditions with its twin LEDs, and mega video light function that controls auto zoom and shutter functioning. It allows you to switch analog signals from a TV, VCR or analog camcorder to digital. Simultaneous Photo Recording Motion JPEG Mode records movie clips directly to your memory card, for posting online or e-mailing Connect through the USB to any just acting as a signal converter. You can get all this for just $306.89. For best price you can visit Amazon, pricegrabber, mysimon.
The RCA EZ105: A little portable camcorder
Don’t you think that the large camcorders are good but it is very hard to carry them without feeling the pain until and unless you are a gym person? Moreover it happens many times that you wanted to shoot something and you wished for a thing that you can carry easily in your pocket and which also is a video recorder? This new RCA EZ105 is really a wonderful device for you, at $129 it lets you shoot 60 minutes of normal video and 30 minutes of high quality video. You can then easily transfer it to your PC via USB port or with the AV out port watch the movie on your TV. The camera has a 1.5-inch of LCD screen and runs on two AA size batteries. Don’t accept that HD quality that you can get from a camcorder but still the video output is good. What I like is the mobility and portability it gives to the user. Via: Gearlog
Water proof Digital camera by Hero
This polycarbonate casing Hero camera is a waterproof up to 100 ft and functional up to 30 ft. It is strapped flat on the wrist and when flipped up its ready to shoot. Although tiny in shape it has 32MB internal memory which is enough to provide you 250 photos or 30 second video clip. Its USB interface is both PC and Mac compatible. It has auto exposure and self timer. Good for the extreme adventure supports it cost only $80. But the memory is to small couldn’t they have at least given a SD card slot. Featured below is the video clips taken from the camera hosted by Coastalsurfing. Via: Divester
S5 Pro SLR Digicam from Fujifilm; to hit markets in Feb07
The Fujifilm have announced the availability of their much anticipated S5 Pro SLR. It is in line with their hugely popular FinePix S3 Pro. This Pro digital camera has a dual save mode of RAW+ JPEG and is USB 2.0 compatible. It has a 2.5-inch LCD screen and is powered by Li-ion batteries. The camera also supports 1/3, 1/2 and 1 stop lens aperture control. Build of robust magnesium alloy body the camera is tolerant to shocks and accidents. The Fujifilm have increased the dynamic range of this camera and the storage options are also a plenty with slots for Compact Flash Card and Microdrive compatible. Due to be released in USA in February 2007 the camera is priced at $1,999. Via: Letsgodigital