Asus Zenfone 3 Max with Marshmallow, Octa-core Processor and Full-HD

If you're looking for an Android smartphone with a larger screen, you can choose the Asus Zenfone 3 Max 5.5 ZC553KL. This new smartphone comes with a wider screen than the Asus previous Zenfone 3 Max that released with a 5.2 inch screen. The Zenfone 3 Max has brilliant display even been supported by a fingerprint sensor, and it seems more appropriate because it is classed as a phablet is larger than a regular smartphone.

In addition to attractive screen, Asus Zenfone 3 Max is also supported by fast LTE connection, and also the latest Android operating system, Marshmallow. You will also enjoy a screen resolution of Full HD 1080 x 1920 pixels with a density of 401 ppi screen per inch, so the quality image of the displayed is quite clear and brilliant.

Asus Zenfone 3 Max. Image: manilashaker.com

The Zenfone 3 Max also armed by Octa-core processor carried by Qualcomm chipset Snapdragom 430, which is capable of supporting the performance of this smartphone reliably and resposnif. You will enjoy the performance more smoothly, especially because it is reinforced with 3 GB of RAM, and available RAM 2 GB variants. 

This smartphone is able to have multitasking capabilities and powerful computing. While utuk graphics processor Asus Zenfone 3 Max 5.5 itself offers support Adreno 505 GPU with the graphics quality smooth and soft, so you can enjoy video or gaming with high performance.

As mentioned above, the Zenfone 3 Max reinforced with Android OS v6.0 with support Marshmallow ZenUI interface, and will look very cool. Not only that, this smartphone is also equipped with a sensor support fingeprint located on the body behind that serves as lockscreen. Asus Zenfone 3 Max 5.5 also offers the excellent audio with Sonic Master 2.0 technology support, and DTS HD and DTS Premium Surround Sound Headphone-X. Can you imagine the sound quality when you enjoy music, videos, especially if you use to play the latest games.

The Zenfone 3 Max is equipped with Dual SIM that can be used together. Besides this phablet also has support 4G LTE networks, 3G HSDPA and GSM 2G, with fast Internet access in speed HSPA, LTE until GPRS-EDGE. Multiple connectivity is also installed in the Asus Zenfone 3 Max 5.5, among others supported by Wi-Fi, Hotspot, GPS navigation, browser, and media data transfer Bluetooth, Infrared, microUSB and USB OTG. This facility will make you enjoy the quality of a premium smartphone.

Asus Zenfone latest 3 Max also spoil photography enthusiasts. There are two cameras on both sides. Pda body behind it there is a main camera with a resolution of 16 MP with support for features Dual LED Flash, Autofocus laser, PDAFS Ensor and many more, so as to provide clear pictures and brilliant. Besides the main camera, Asus Zenfone 3 Max 5.5 is capable of being used to record video with a resolution of Full HD 1080p @ 30fps. While the need selfie you will get an 8 megapixel front camera with clear results. In short, this smartphone can be compared with the Samsung Galaxy, Oppo, and various other recent smartphones.

Are you ready to replace your current smartphone now?

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Olympus Stylus TG-870 action and adventure camera with weather sealed body

 Are you ready for a real adventure?

Olympus already launch new Stylus TG-870 to replace the TG-860. This camera is great for extreme outdoor environments. The rugged Olympus TG-870 is waterproof down to 50 feet (15m), crushproof up to 220 pounds (100kgf), shockproof from 7 feet (2.1m), freezeproof down to 14° F (-10°C) and dustproof. Anyway, this camera also ideal for street photography, sports, landscape and daily photography such as to make great portrait.

This tough camera has 16 Megapixel BSI CMOS Sensor, ultra-wide 21-105mm equivalent 5x zoom lens with a maximum aperture range of f/3.5-5.7, and the optical image stabilization system designed to reduce blur due to camera shake. You also can create Full HD 1080p Video.

 

Olympus Stylus TG-870. Image: techno.okezone.com

If you choose the TG-870 as a new companion for adventure, you will get free Olympus Image Share app synchronizes a user’s iOS or Android mobile device with the Stylus Tough TG-870 via the camera’s built-in Wi-Fi, enabling instant image and movie transfers and direct uploading to websites and social media such as facefook, twitter or Instagram.

Olympus Stylus TG-870 key specs:

16MP - 1/2.3" BSI-CMOS Sensor

ISO 125 - 12800

21–105 mm F3.5 - F5.7 Zoom Lens

Optical Image Stabilization

3″ Tilting Screen

7.0 fps continuous shooting

1920 x 1080 video resolution

221g. 113 x 64 x 28 mm

Weather Sealed Body

Built-in Wireless

Built-in GPS

Olympus Stylus TG-870 is not just just great for extreme outdoor environments, you also can make many creative pictures. The TG-870 has wonderful variety of shooting modes and 13 Art Filters, Key Line, Watercolor, Light Tone, Cross Process and Gentle Sepia including 6 new filters and Vintage. All of them will help the user capture distinctive images.

The Stylus TG-870 is equipped with nighttime Live Composite Mode, which automatically combines the brightest areas of multiple images taken with interval shooting for dramatic photos of cityscapes, star trails and light painting.

You can make great pictures with the TG-870 also empowered with optical image stabilization system designed to reduce blur due to camera shake. Coupled to the lens is a 16-megapixel, 1/2.3-inch type, backside-illuminated CMOS image sensor paired with a TruePic VII-branded processor. The Stylus TG-870 has 21-105mm (35mm equiv.) f/3.5-5.7 zoom lens and super-bright 180° flip LCD monitor. Olympus claims that this camera it’s perfect for ultra-wide group selfie shots.

 

Olympus Stylus TG-870. Image: photographytoday.net

The TG-870 is a tough outdoor camera, so you can bring this camera anywhere and anytime with original accessories. 

The TG-870's Sport Holder (CSCH-123) attaches to backpack straps or a chest harness, ideal for POV action videos. 

When needed, the camera can be easily taken out with a single hand, and because it comes with a spiral cord, there is no need to worry about the camera falling. The Underwater Case is ideal for deep dives (up to 147 ft / 45 m). Add a spare battery, a floating wrist strap and a protective case, and it's easy to take your TG-870 everywhere you want to go.

The new TG-870 is ideal for adventure around the world, because the camera also equipped with built-in the Next-Generation GPS with three satellite systems in under 10 seconds to quickly establish your position. Use the free Olympus Image Track app to tag photos with GPS data when sharing images via a smart device.

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Nikon 1 J5 great compact camera with interchangeable lenses plus 4K video

Nikon 1 J5. Image: techradar.com

Nikon is very serious for producing mirrorless camera with interchangeable lenses uniqueness. You will enjoy the new camera Nikon 1 J5 with advanced features such as 4K video, NFC, Wi-Fi and powerful new processor, 5A EXPEED, which is faster than the previous version.

Great news for Nikon camera fans, because Nikon adds the Nikon 1 J5 line of compact cameras with interchangeable lenses. With high shutter speeds, superior image quality and movie shooting 4K, the new Nikon 1 will boost to your photography. 

The Nikon 1 J5 allows resume video clips ultra sharp in 4K and also capture still images at 20.8 megapixels and movies accelerated uniform. The Nikon 1 J5 is perfect to shoot Full HD sequences full of action, fun travel diaries in 4K movies or accelerated uniform. In addition to movies 4K, you can shoot Full HD 1080 / 60p and harness the speed of the camera to record HD video in slow motion (120 fps) with an extraordinary level of detail.

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The Canon EOS 700D is created with a variety of advanced features

Canon EOS 700D has 7 creative effects. Image: priceme.co.nz

If you have skipped the Canon 600D or 650D, you can choose a Canon EOS 700D or Rebel T5i. This camera has a specification that is not much different from its predecessor. However, the 700D is certainly still has some unique features and capabilities.

 Canon EOS 700D is one of the best among the entry level DSLR camera. This camera has a very high picture quality, with a variety of functions such as Live View AF (autofocus) and Movie Shooting feature.

Canon EOS 700D's CMOS sensor with APS-C standard with an effective resolution of 18 megapixels. The video quality on this camera is also very sharp. 

Let's create full-HD video with EOS700D. Image: mac-video-compatibility.over-blog.com

Starting from a high-quality video feature since the emergence of the EOS 550D. This led to many budding photographers make the 550D as a foundation to pursue the world of photography and videography. You also can enjoy a touch screen feature that has been introduced on the Canon EOS 650D.

The Canon 700D is also equipped with a Vari-angle Clear View II LCD with capacitive touch screen capabilities. This screen has two new capabilities with a 360 degree rotatable design Mode Dial, and Creative Filters. All of these features will certainly be able to expand your creative inspiration and expression, so that you can produce a variety of sharp and brilliant photos, you can even make a photo with artistic quality.

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Nikon D810 has been launched as the successor of the D800E

New Nikon D810. Image: whatdigitalcamera.com

If you have not had a chance to have a Nikon D800E, a full frame DSLR camera without an optical low pass filter, then you do not need to be sad, because Nikon has launched its new version, the Nikon D810. This camera also comes with CMOS FX sensor, with a resolution of 36.3 megapixels and is not equipped with Optical Low Pass Filter in the sensor, so you will get the images sharp, and the more brilliant video. 

Nikon D810 will make you appear more professional yan considering a variety of advanced features you can enjoy on this new camera, let alone the D810 has been strengthened with the EXPEED 4.

Nikon D810 could also use a lower ISO, ranging from ISO 64 to ISO 12800, can even be expanded from ISO 32 to ISO 51200.'s Certainly useful for landscape photographers to reduce dependence on the ND filter to achieve a low shutter speed in condition abundant light. Once again, Nikon gives you the ease to your photography activities. Another surprise is that you get a 3.2-inch LCD screen on the back, which has also been updated with the sub-pixel white (W) as you can temukanpada Nikon D4S, a type of professional cameras from Nikon. With these features, then you will get a screen with a brighter display, without requiring more power. You can even adjust the display to match the colors in the camera, the monitor, and the final print. This feature is an added value that is adopted from high-end cameras.

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Sony has launched two prosumer cameras, Sony DSC-H400, and DSC-HX400V

Sony has unveiled two latest superzoom prosumer cameras, the DSC-H400 and Cyber​-shot DSC-HX400V. Presence is still needed prosumer camera photography enthusiasts, especially those who need a friend for a trip or vacation, so no need to carry large and heavy camera like a DSLR camera. Prosumer cameras often referred to as a bridge of applying a compact camera to a DSLR camera, so it can be said that the prosumer camera is a unique blend between a DSLR cameras with a pocket camera. The distinctive feature of the camera is the lens prosumer superzoom and a variety of advanced features such as existing on a professional camera, but you can get a more affordable price, not heavy and not too big, making it convenient to carry anywhere.

 

Sony DSC-HX400V is prosumer or a bridge camera. Image: techradar.com

The Sony DSC-HX400V prepared as an affordable version of the Sony RX10, a premium camera from Sony. The HX400 comes with a 20.4-megapixel Exmor CMOS sensor and Bionz processor X. Sony HX400 reinforced with Carl Zeiss zoom lens, offering the capability of up to 50x optical zoom (24 - 1200mm). With the 50x range, you can be free to bring distant objects into a close, the results remain bright, thanks to the famous Carl Zeizz. The HX400 is also capable of recording video at Full HD resolution, so you can play on a high definition television with bright and brilliant images.

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Canon EOS1-D X a fantastic full frame DSLR camera

Canon EOS1-D X is a sexy full-frame camera. Image: daviegan.com

Perhaps you are ready to make a giant leap from a semi-pro photographer to a higher level, then you have a choice for full frame camera you use, such as the Nikon D610 or D800E. You can also try Nikon's rivals, namely the Canon EOS-1D X, a camera with 18.1 Megapixel Full-Frame CMOS Sensor. This camera is dedicated to the professionals.

The EOS-1D X is use the Canon’s latest DIGIC 5 image processors. To this end the 1D X employs not one but two of Canon’s latest DIGIC 5 image processors. The DIGIC 5 is essentially a more powerful version of the standard DIGIC 5 chip. The twin DIGIC 5 processors give it plenty of power to crunch through image data, including lossless Raw image files, which in turn allows the camera to offer an extremely fast burst rate of 12fps in standard mode – or 14fps in Super High Speed mode (JPEG capture only).

Canon EOS1-D X a full frame camera. Image: fo-to-gra-fe.com

Canon EOS-1D X is equipped with advanced technology which allows users to easily process the image, the image looks real results and more alive. Full-Frame CMOS sensor on this camera is able to deliver an amazing performance, with the result of brilliant images with the image noise level which very low. You can create a sharp picture in dim light conditions or in low light conditions. With the presence of wide-angel lens, and greater control to the subject in the target image, then you will be able to create an image with optimal quality.

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OnePlus One a high-end smartphones at affordable prices

New OnePlus One smartphone. Image: phandroid.com

If you want to have high-end smartphones such as Samsung Galaxy S5, HTC or Sony Xperia Z2 M8 you should buy it too high a price. With 801 Snapdragon processor, moreover equipped with large capacity internal memory, and is reinforced with a high resolution camera, plus a variety of other advanced features, so you can not enjoy affordable prices. But you do not need to despair, OnePlus One supposedly will offer advanced smartphones with quality as top-class smartphones famous, but at half the price.

New OnePlus One smartphone. Image: kpopstarz.com

OnePlus One or OnePlus also be reinforced by Snapdragon 801, and you just pay for US$ 396. OnePlus reported will have a clock speed of 2.5 GHz, even armed with the size of 3 GB of RAM, while the Samsung Galaxy S5 and HTC M8 only have 2 GB of RAM only. There are some opinions that say OnePlus one has a design similar to the Oppo Find 7. The similarity to a well-known product with other products is not a problem, which is important you get a smartphone with a high quality, so that your mobility as well as business activities or daily activities you can berjalaan smoothly and successfully, and you can look attractive, and productive.

If you selfie photo enthusiast, then you will be happy because OnePlus is one of of the few smartphones that has a front camera or a sensor resolution of 5 megapixels, and a rear camera with a 13 megapixel sensor, and even more amazing, the camera on a smartphone OnePlus have been using Sony sensors Exmor, so you can be sure to get the images sharp and bright.

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Nikon 1 V3 rely on a faster auto focus and Movie e-VR Stabilization

New Nikon 1 V3. Image: nikonrumors.com

After the initial success of the Nikon 1 V1, Nikon has introduced the most capable, and, arguably, the most stylish model of the system to date in the shape of the new Nikon 1 V3.  The V3 sports a new 18.4MP 1" type CMOS sensor. Nikon 1 V3 also has on-chip phase detection that covers nearly 100% of the frame. Combined with the Expeed 4A processor, the V3 can shoot at 20 fps with continuous AF, and 60 fps with single AF. A new Expeed 4A level processor is required to handle the increase in data allowing not only a ISO12,800 maximum sensitivity but also full HD 1080p video recording at 30/60fps. 

New Nikon 1 V3 ergonomic camera. Image: fotointern.ch

The Nikon 1 V3 has been ergonomically designed to allow the user to shoot comfortably and confidently in a variety of shooting scenarios. Other features include twin dial control, a tilting 3-inch touchscreen LCD, manual exposure control, 1080/60p video, and built-in Wi-Fi. In addition to a bump in video frame rate to 60p, the camera also has 720p slow-motion capability, and there's electronic image stabilization (e-VR) available in movie mode, so you can make video clips or movies with ease and more comfortable.

Nikon 1 V3 gives the fastest burst with autofocus at full resolution in its class. This new mirrorless camera, the Nikon 1 V3 not only outdoes the AW1 with a 20fps continuous-shooting rate, but incorporates an updated autofocus system that covers more of the imaging area than previous versions. If you want to create artistic photographs, and unique photos, you will be happy using the Nikon 1 V3 because this camera has been equipped with a new creative modes existing aggregates a lot of filters but adds the ability to change parameters.

Nikon 1 V3 key specifications:

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Panasonic bring 4K technology to a high-resolution enthusiast

Are you less satisfied with cameras and films in Full HD resolution? If not satisfied, then your dreams have been answered by the presence of the latest mirrorless camera from Panasonic, which has been quietly exhibited at ECS, in Las Vegas, in January 2014.

New Panasonic GH 4K a UHD mirrorless camera. Image: hdwarrior.co.uk

Panasonic GH 4K is equipped with a new sensor and 4K video recording option. Panasonic 4K GH Ultra HD camera is thought to be equipped with a 16 megapixel sensor, 1/8000 shutter, 21mm OLED viewfinder, 3,000+ dot, 1 mil dot OLED screen. Is 4K the way of the future? 

The Ultra High Definition or UHD content can be recorded at 200 Mbps, and output in a full live feed via a mini-HDMI port to display on a computer or record to a hard drive. Of course, the Micro-Four Thirds shooter can save footage straight to an SDXC card — a UHS Class 3 prototype variant tuned for such a task was on display — though space will run out fairly quickly. There’s no word how many megapixels the cam totes, but it will be able to simultaneously snap photos while recording video.

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Sony Alpha 7 and Sony A7R world’s first full frame mirrorless camera

If you are looking a new digital camera with advanced feature set with extensive custom options and equipped with high quality electronic viewfinder, so  you should consider Sony Alpha 7 and Sony Alpha 7R, world’s first full-frame mirrorless cameras that rocked the photographic world. The Sony A7 comes in two varieties, one with a 24.3-million-pixel sensor and one (the Sony A7R) with a higher resolution, 36.4-million-pixel sensor and no anti-aliasing filter. Both cameras  comes with very promising new features dedication to video.

Sony Alpha 7 took everyone by surprise, offering full-frame resolution in a smaller body than its competitors. Sony A7 has the technological edge here, as it has a hybrid AF system with 117 phase-detection points and 25 contrast-detection points. Sony the A7R only has contrast-detection AF with 25 points. These cameras catapulted the mirrorless market into the forefront of technology for many MILC advocates.

 

Sony Alpha 7 and Sony A7R. Image: clickblog.it

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Leica C is a fancy camera with built-in Wi-Fi and NFC

Leica C Dark Red and Light Gold. Image: m43gear.com

Discover Leica C a fancy camera for celebrity and serious photographer. 

Leica Camera AG (a German company) is known as the maker of the famous camera lens with high quality, but we also know about the camera manufactured by Leica. Leica Camera is collected and used by many celebrities such as movie stars, artists and wealthy people. 

Leica cameras are often made unique, retro, and there are several types that are made in limited editions. Some models of Leica cameras are also create camera together with other luxury brand and other famous fashion products. Leica camera prices in general over a thousand US dollars. 

Leica's reputation as a maker of lenses and materials used on each camera, making the price of the Leica camera is more expensive than other brands with similar specifications. Leica X Vario Black for example selling for about US $ 3.139 with key specifications: Leica Vario-Elmar 18-46 mm f/3.5-6.4 ASPH, CMOS sensor, APS-C size (23.6 x 15.7 mm) with 16.5/16.2 million pixels , MP4 format video recording, and of course can be for shooting manually. This camera is on par with the Sony DSC-RX100M2 Cyber-Shot Black with a price of about $ 769.99 or Canon PowerShot G16 is priced around US$ 469 or Pentax Ricoh GR with a price range of US$ 759.95.

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Nikon D610 full frame camera at an affordable price

Would you like to try a full frame DSLR camera? Naturally, if you would say a full frame camera would have been expensive. Sony, Canon and Nikon have made this type of camera at a price above the prosumer cameras and digital SLR or mirrorless cameras. 

 Interested in a Nikon DSLR full frame? Nikon D610 Key features 24.3MP Full-frame CMOS sensor; 3.2-inch, 921k-dot TFT LCD; 3D color matrix metering system; ISO 100 - 6400; 1920 x 1080 @ 30, 25 and 24fps. 

The good news is Nikon D610 is a 'budget' full-frame DSLR, aimed at enthusiasts upgrading from mid-range models or pros looking for an affordable backup for a higher-end body. Nikon D610 looks and feels like a solid semi-pro DSLR. 

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Olympus Stylus 1 a premium super zoom camera

The Olympus Stylus 1 super-zoom is a successful marriage of the company's high-end Olympus XZ-2 compact and the flagship Olympus OM-D E-M1 compact system camera. Olympus Stylus 1 has a constant maximum aperture of f/2.8, so this camera is great for holiday and other social activities, family and business event.

Olympus Stylus 1 a premium compact digital camera. Image: colorfoto.de

The Olympus Stylus 1 is also a cross between and enthusiast compact and a super zoom that covers an impressive zoom 28-300mm range at f/2.8.  

The Olympus Stylus 1 is a serious compact camera from Olympus and features a bright f/2.8 10.7x optical zoom lens,  with optical image stabilisation, a 12 megapixel backlit CMOS sensor, an electronic viewfinder, and full manual controls. Manual controls is great for a serious photographer to create wonderful images and Full HD, so you can show your movie on HDTV.

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Huawei Ascend P6 accelerated with Quad-core processor

Huawei Ascend P6. Image: huawei.com

If you want to use a smart phone with higher speed, then you should consider replacing your smartphone with the Huawei Ascend P6. Huawei Ascend P6 equipped with Android OS v4.2.2 (Jelly Bean) Quad-core processor also speed 1.5 GHz and 2 GB of RAM this device will be able to accommodate a wide range of applications in it, so you are free to play games, and run a variety of applications without delay .

Huawei Ascend P6 uses 4.7-inch screen resolution of 1280 x 720 pixels with 16 million colors capture capabilities, it is certain that the resulting image will look sharp and clear. Powered by IPS + display that is able to reduce the distortion of color and contrast at oblique viewing angle. Not only that, the screen on this smartphone is also protected by Corning Gorilla Glass that is not easily scratched.

 

This smartphone is equipped with two cameras with quality primary camera of 8 MP. Not only that, the video can be produced by the camera also has a high quality with a resolution of 1080p @ 30fps. If you get a video from a friend, then you will enjoy the video in high resolution.

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Nikon 1 J2 continue the sophistication of Nikon 1 J1

Nikon 1 J2 is elegant in white. Image: iphotzine.com

We can see the seriousness of Nikon, Canon's rivals to develop mirrorless cameras; Nikon has launched the proven Nikon 1 J2. 

This camera is the successor of the previous Nikon cameras mirrorless, namely J1. Broadly speaking, the Nikon 1 J2 has the specification which is not much different from the Nikon J1. However, J2 comes with a feature that is a bit more and is priced at a more affordable price, so that it can compete with the price of similar cameras from other brands such as Panasonic, Pentax or Olympus, even Sony which is also serious  in the area mirrorless camera types.

The difference between J1 and J2 will you find on the screen. J2 will use a 3-inch LCD with size. The screen consists of 921,000 while the Nikon J1 uses a 3-inch screen with 461,000 dot. This increase will make you more comfortable when you examine the images in bright light during the day, of course you will see sharper photos than the previous version.

Nikon 1 J2 has now been strengthened with metallic body. However, for the size of the body, the Nikon 1 J2 was still exactly the same with the J1. Many users were disappointed to find out the Nikon J1 is not equipped with Creative mode. Nikon realized the mistake, now you can find Creative mode on the Nikon 1 J2. You will be happy with the Nikon 1 J2 because it has been equipped with scene modes consisting of the Miniature, Panorama, Selective Color, Soft, Night Landscape, Backlighting and Night potraits. This camera also has armed exposure mode P / S / A / M. Now you will be more creative with these features.

Nikon 1 J2 is still using the same sensor with the J1, the CX-format 10.1 megapixel CMOS. Both J1 and J2 both have ISO 100-3200/6400, autofocus up to 73 points, and the ability to record HD video. Now you can make videos or movies on a full HD resolution with easier and more creative.

 

Nikon 1 J2 appeared in a variety of attractive colors.Image: technabob.com

In addition to J2, Nikon also introduced a new lens, the 11-27.5mm (30-74mm equivalent) f/3.5-5.6. This lens will be sold at the price of USD189, 95, Nikon also announced a underwater casing, specifically for the J1 and J2 with price USD749, 95. Indeed this case the price is more expensive than the Nikon camera itself, but the casing secures the camera up to 131 feet underwater. If you are diving in Nusa Penida, Bali, then will have a chance to photograph the beauty of coral reefs and a variety of exotic fish with a more comfortable and safer.

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Olympus SP-720UZ a prosumer super zoom camera

If you're looking for a camera with a super zoom lens, and will use it for vacation and other activities without having to carry large and heavy camera, the Olympus SP-720UZ can you make as a travel companion. This camera can be classed as a prosumer camera as your bridge before you seriously using digital SLR cameras.

Olympus SP-720UZ is ideal for holiday and traveling. Image: olympus.co.uk

Olympus SP-720UZ is a high zoom all-in-one model with easy functionality and lots of fun things to try out while you’re exploring the world. This camera is featuring a 14 megapixel resolution, 26x optical zoom and 1080p Full HD video. 

The ideal person to use Olympus SP-720UZ is someone who likes to travel and wants to take as many pictures of various things as they can. However, they either don't want or don't care for the intricacies of a Digital SLR. They want point and shoot simplicity. Are you one of them?

Creative Filters

Olympus SP-720UZ also equipped with seven shooting modes on the command dial includes Program (P), Beauty, and Panorama, 3D, Scenes (SCN) Magic (digital filters), and iAuto. The latter is an intelligent auto mode that will analyses the scene and selects the appropriate mode for what it sees. The Magic mode has 12 separate filters to make your pictures look prettier. For example, there's the typical Pin Hole (usually called Toy Camera), Soft Focus, Miniature, Pop Art, and Watercolour, very unique creative filters. With creative features, you can maximize the camera to make photo creations that suit to your artistic talents and abilities that will surely increase.

You can show off your work to a variety of social media networks without awkward, and you will be praised by family and friends, you may have considered a professional photographer. Olympus seemed very understanding of your creativity. Don’t forget to try HDR feature to create more creative pictures with this prosumer camera.

Olympus SP-720UZ specifications:

·         14 megapixel CMOS sensor

·         26x optical zoom lens (35mm equivalent: 26-676mm)

·         Dual Image Stabilization

·         3.0 inch 460,000 dot LCD screen

·         High-speed continuous shooting

·         1080p full HD movie and HDMI Control

·         ISO 100-3200

·         5cm minimum focusing distance

·         HDR backlight adjustment

·         In-camera panorama

·         Available in black and silver

Olympus SP-720UZ is equipped with a TruePic III+-branded image processor. Maximum image dimensions are 4,288 x 3,216 pixels. The SP720UZ's lens offers actual focal lengths ranging from 4.7 to 121.2mm, which would equate to the same range as a 35mm camera with everything from a generous 26mm wide angle to a whopping 676mm telephoto. This prosumer camera is a life companion camera for traveler and great for daily activities. You can also create video clips and movie in 1080 Full HD resolution.

Olympus SP-720UZ in black and silver. Image: altech.bh

This prosumer camera uses an iESP Auto contrast detection autofocusing by default, with the ability to switch to spot AF if desired. An AF assist illuminator is included, helping the camera to focus on nearby objects in difficult lighting conditions. Both AF tracking and face detection functions are also included.

You can also compare the Olympus SP-720UZ with some prosumer cameras of renowned brands such as Panasonic Lumix DMC FZ200 or prosumer cameras made ​​by Fujifilm, Canon and Sony's Cybershot series. If you compare you definitely find a little difference of aspect features, length and range of zoom lenses, the ability of the battery and of course the price. You just adjust to your budget and your needs, and of course, so you settle for the hobby and your creativity.

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Comparing the Canon EOS 70D with the Nikon D7100

Nikon and Canon is still a fighter who always faced head to head, and could create confusion photography enthusiasts around the world. Are you confused as well? All right, I'll confuse you further by comparison with the Canon EOS 70D Nikon D7100. So you are not dizzy, make a cup of kopi luwak, so you get the benefits of this unique coffee.

Japan's leading camera company Canon has launched the EOS 70D, the successor to the Canon 60D which has been almost three years old. EOS 70D inherits advanced autofocus Canon EOS 7D. At this new Canon camera adds a few new features that promote comfort photographing and video recording, the Canon EOS 70D so you can use it more easily to create still images and video clips or HD movies.

 

Canon EOS 70D versus Nikon D7100. Image: youtube.com

Canon 70D has 19 focus points like the 7D is reliable and can be programmed as needed. Speed of ​​consecutive photos is also more improved than the Canon 60D, which are 7 photos per second from the previous 5.3 photos per second. But still a little slower than the Canon 7D. Which the Canon 7D is able to capture 8 images per second. Buffer (temporary storage Canon 70D) is also quite roomy, namely 16 and 65 RAW images JPG photo. Roomy enough for action photography like sports or wildlife, especially when shooting in JPG picture format.

What's new in the Canon EOS line of cameras is the phase detection autofocus during live view. With this technology, the performance of autofocus during live view and video recording will be much faster and smoother, especially when fitted with a lens with a motor STM. The autofocus feature makes it easy to follow a moving subject quickly and smoothly when taking pictures or recording video.

Canon 70D also features modern features current generation of DSLR cameras is Wi-Fi which makes it easy to transfer images or use remote applications from smart phones. Folding LCD screen is also will be retained like the predecessor Canon 60D camera and AF micro-adjustment feature helps to calibrate the lens particularly third-party lenses that are sometimes missed Autofocus (back and front focus). Canon 70D is now also equipped with a RAW processor in the camera, so we can make the photo in JPG format in the camera than to do it on the computer.

Overall the Canon 70D is a superb camera for a variety of activities and creative photography for still or moving subjects. The technology incorporated into the camera is also sophisticated and up to date i.e. phase detection autofocus in live view and Wi-Fi installed in the camera body.

One of the important reforms that have image sensor awaited from 18MP (which is about 4 years old) to 20 MP is expected to provide better image quality, especially in dark lighting conditions.

Compared with the Nikon D7100

 

Canon EOS70D vs Nikon D7100. Image: theverge.com

Nikon D7100 excels in the size of the image resolution up to 24 MP coupled with the absence of the low pass filter makes possible quality photos of the Nikon D7100 will be sharper.

But in dark lighting conditions, the performance is likely to be confused by Canon 70D. Nikon D7100 has two holes / slots for SD cards, and the bigger the LCD screen (3.2 inches) and detail with a resolution of 1.2 million dots versus 3 inches and 1 million points on the 70D. 

Nikon D7100 autofocus system is also more and broader range with 51 points versus 19 points. Nikon D7100 camera body is more solid because most of the material is made of magnesium alloy.

Shortcomings, at D7100 LCD screen cannot be folded and no touch screen features (touchscreen). Does not have Wi-Fi feature on and slow autofocus during live view or video recording. 

As with any other Nikon DSLR, the Nikon D7100 is very good to use for landscape photography and to shoot model in open spaces such as beaches, mountains, and even many Crime Scene Investigation laboratory using Nikon to photograph evidence in crime scene. 

Both cameras are indeed interesting and sophisticated. You can buy both or one of them. If you can get to know your camera like you get to know your sweetheart, then you can use a Canon or Nikon with equally perfect results, especially now that has provided a variety of software to perform digital processing, so that your creativity is not limited. You can make a variety of creative and beautiful art photos and videos without problems.

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1, new compact system camera in 2013

New Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 with 3D feature

If you go to the mall or electronics store, then you will find shops selling Android-based smartphone, BlackBerry or Windows Phone. Almost all smartphone have a camera with a minimum resolution of 5 Megapixels. The ability of the better cameras on smartphone has put a compact camera in a difficult position. Moreover, the rapid development of mirrorless cameras also attracted the attention of novice and professional photographers.

However, high-end compact camera photography enthusiasts are still sought. This high-class compact camera made a second camera or a backup camera, because it is not heavy like a DSLR camera. Is the Panasonic DMC-LF1 qualified to accompany a professional photographer?

 

New Panasonic LF1. Image: bhphotovideo.com

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 use resolution 12-megapixel CMOS sensor measuring 1/1.7-inci supported with Venus Engine processor that can produce images and video minimal noise at high ISO.

If you see, the body of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 minimalist look with black shades seems like a Prosumer camera Sony RX1. Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 comes with diafrafma F2.0 Leica lens. LEICA DC lens used VARIO_SUMMICRON28mm with the ability to reach 7.1x optical zoom (28-200mm).

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 integrated with Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11 b / g / n with NFC, which allows you to share photos with just a "touch & share" to a smartphone or tablet device, anywhere and anytime.

Panasonic LF1 design is not much different than the previous LX type. What distinguishes more compact design than the Panasonic LX7. Panasonic LF1 appears quite simple and minimalist look. Although the size is small enough and fit in your pants or shirt pocket, LF1 still has a row of physical buttons are fairly complete. In addition, there is a control ring that surrounds the lens. This ring is able to control various functions, such as ISO, wide aperture, and zooming shooting mode. Zoom in and zoom out with this ring feels responsive, with a different focus manually determination that was long and tiring.

3 D Features

 

Panasonic DMC-LF1. Image: dphotojournal.com

On Panasonic LF1 come complete shooting modes. In addition to iAuto mode, P / S / M / A, apparently Panasonic LF1 has 16 scene modes, 15 creative style, and panorama shooting mode. If confused choose creative mode you want to use, you can apply the same effect as taking pictures, both the original file and the edits will always stored on the memory card. One mode enough attention I was a 3D shooting mode. By holding the shutter button during the shooting 10 shots while moving around the lens to the object, you can produce images with three-dimensional effect.

Camera autofocus speed is quite satisfactory. Blend CMOS sensor 1/1, 7 inches and Leica lens with 28-200 mm range also produces high-quality images. Results sharp image with accurate colors on the widest focal range. However, the more far-reaching, the sharpness of the image begins to fade. LF1 is also reliable in dim conditions. The images can still be used (printed with a large enough size) up to ISO 800, while the noise level began to encroach on the ISO 1600 and above, and is adequate for viewing on a computer screen

Panasonic LF1 equipped with electronic viewfinder. Although electronic peephole on a compact camera innovation admirable, the advantages of this camera lies in the speed of auto focus and sharp image results. Panasonic, LF1 successfully combines ease of use, compact body and easy to carry anywhere with the results of a bright and sharp image. Of course this camera is very comfortable to use for holidays and accompany you to daily activities without making you bother.

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