Canon G16 with Creative Effect and HDR feature

A beautiful girl holds the Canon G16. Image: unwire.hk

If you're hunting a compact camera with a quality that is equivalent to a DSLR camera, then you might consider the Canon PowerShot G16. Moreover, this camera has a smaller size than a DSLR camera, making it easy to carry anywhere. 

Canon PowerShot G16 is a compact, advanced point-and-shoot camera featuring a 12.1 megapixel 1/1.7" high-sensitivity CMOS sensor and DIGIC 6 image processor to produce high quality still imagery and full HD 1080p video with notable low-light quality and sensitivity to ISO 12800. 

You can use a pop-up flash unit which is manually activated by sliding a small switch on the top panel just behind it. The G16 retains its standard hotshoe, which can be used to mount an external Speedlite flash.

The G16 has AF speed vastly improved; Increased continuous frames per second (JPEGs at 12.5fps vs 10fps in G15); Solid build and ergonomic, comfortable feel; Excellent f/1.8-2.8 5x optical zoom lens; Advanced photographic features, including PASM dial and RAW capture; Dedicated ISO button; Customizable buttons; Excellent macro mode; 1080p/60fps Full HD video.

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Pentax K-60 a strong competitor to Canon 700D and Nikon D5300

Photography enthusiasts and in particular the presence of Pentaxian will be entertained by a new camera, the Pentax K-60. The new Pentax K-60 a new digital SLR camera will feature a 24MP APS-C CMOS image sensor without an LPF (Low Pass Filter) and the PRIME III image processor that currently powers the Pentax K-3 model.

Prediction face of Pentax K-60. Image: thenewcamera.com

Pentax K-60 will also pack an 11-point autofocus system, which includes three points that can focus even in -3EV conditions. The list goes further with an RGB metering of 29K pixels and a built-in 100% optical viewfinder and 100k shutter life cycle

If you want to be creative with different lenses, so along with the Pentax K-60, the company is also will launch two new weather-sealed lenses: the HD Pentax-DA 135-380mm f/4-5.6 ED [IF] DC WR and HD Pentax-DA 18-70mm f/2.8-4.5 AL [IF] DC WR. The presence of both these lenses will allow you to make the photos and videos more interesting and of course would be fun.

You will get the full specifications of the Pentax K-60, when Ricoh announced officially, but you can see a picture of K-60 specifications as mentioned below:

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Nikon Coolpix P600 prosumer camera with 60x zoom lens

Nikon Coolpix P600 prosumer camera with 60x zoom and built-in Wi-Fi

Nikon Coolpix P600 a superzoom camera. Image: clubic.com

 Nikon release Nikon Coolpix P600 a new digital superzoom camera with a 24-1440mm equivalent 60x zoom lens and on-board Wi-Fi. The Nikon Coolpix P600 has a 60x optical zoom Nikkor lens, extendable up to 120x with the digital Dynamic Fine Zoom. The lens also features Super ED glass. This ultra zoom camera has 16MP BSI CMOS sensor.

The P600 will let you have full control with M, P, S, A modes or full auto and scene modes for quick snapshots. Nikon P600 is Nikon's latest prosumer camera suitable to accompany you to anywhere such as for a vacation to paradise island, Bali or Tahiti and Budapest, a beautiful historic city in Europe. 

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Sigma DP2 Quattro with a unique design

Sigma DP2 Quattro with a unique body. Image: pttl.gr

The DSLR camera users, both amateur and professional photographers must have been very familiar with Sigma, third-party lens manufacturers which is very popular among owners of Canon or Nikon DSLR camera. However, Sigma has also made a good camera compact-system cameras and DSLR type for example Sigma SD1 and SD15. You can also try the DP3 Merrill a compact digital camera, also made ​​by Sigma. 

Although the Sigma camera are not as famous as Sony or Olympus cameras, but you certainly will be amazed with this new camera, the Sigma DP2 Quattro and other Quattro series.

By making the Sigma DP Quattro, perhaps Sigma wants to solidify its image in the world of photography, then in addition to successfully create various types of lenses, the Sigma also able to make digital cameras such as Panasonic, Pentax or Samsung. Sigma DP series is launch 3 series; The DP Quattro series will Consist of three models: the DP1 with a 28mm fixed focal length, 45mm at DP2 , and DP3 at 75mm  (35mm equivalent all ).

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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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Tips to protect the smart phone from viruses and intruders

Smartphone is a computer, only smaller. Image: webroot.com

Nowadays smartphones are really pocket-size computers, sexier design and can sending messages, capable of browsing the Web, making online purchases, managing bank accounts, games, play music and much more. 

As smartphones continue to progress and consumers continue to use them for everything from taking pictures of their kids in the park to managing their financial portfolios, viruses and hackers will continue to find new hunting grounds, and computer security software companies will continue to transform their mobile virus protection software. 

Smartphones are the new laptops – just with a smaller, so protecting your smartphone isn’t as simple as finding a durable case and buying a protection plan. Malware has seeped into smartphone software, making the default security settings, in most instances, a relatively unsafe operating environment. Similar to a laptop or PC, attack prevention is just as important as repairing your smartphone, should a security breach take place.

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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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iPad Air ready to compete with Android and Windows Tablet

Are you ready to replace your old tablet with iPad Air? This most recent generation iPad is so much lighter than previous versions; it is now approaching the weight of a Kindle - meaning it is easy to hold for a long time. The body is about two inches narrower, making it easier to hold. The retina display is so darn sharp and looks nice. 

The iPad Air won't be a surprise to anyone running an existing iPad or iPhone, as you've already seen a lot of what iOS 7 is all about. The value in iOS7 is not just in the new looking that dispenses with the skeumorphism that was on display in previous versions of the OS, but in the move to 64 bit computing. iOS7 is the first step in the next mobile platform for Apple. 

The iPad Air bring more performance and comparable battery life in an attractive and impossibly thin-and-light package. An improved front-facing camera makes FaceTiming look better, and the Retina Display still looks great. The iPad Air is one of the most supreme and comfortable 10-inch tablets we’ve ever used, but a great screen is just as important for a good user experience. 

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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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