Fujifilm maxes out on the specs with this 50x zoom camera. Read More…
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This post was written by Matthew on May 24, 2013
Fujifilm X20
Fujifilm’s luxury compact camera is even better than its fabulous predecessor. Read More…
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This post was written by Tyler on May 22, 2013
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 Review
Review posted 05/20/2013 Quick Take Pros Small, slim body Built-in camera guide Zooming in movie mode is smoothAppealing price tag ConsImage quality is sub par Burst mode is slow (1fps)Can’t use flash in burst mode Auto focus can be unreliable Flash is weak Low-light shots look noisy Battery life is low Few features Bottom Line This bargain camera is a deal for those who won’t push its boundaries. If you need acceptable low-light image quality and a zoom lens free of edge distortion at wide angle, you should look elsewhere. Fuzzy details at full zoom, a glacial burst mode, and unreliable auto focus make this camera frustrating for anyone but first-timers. Read more in our Full Conclusion. New for 2013, The Cyber-Shot DSC-W730 is about as compact as they come, measuring a scant 3 3/4″ x 2 1/8″ x 29/32″. Although small, Sony has still packed it with appealing features for those in the market for pocket sized, affordable digicam. These include 16.1-megapixels of resolution, an 8x Carl Zeiss lens, intelligent Auto mode, Full 1080p HD video (MP4 format), and Intelligent Sweep Panorama to name a few. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 Features:16.1-megapizel, 1/2.3″ Exmor R CMOS image sensorBIONZ processing unit8x Car Zeiss Varrio-Tessar optical zoom lensSteadyShot image stabilizationMP4, Full HD video recording2.7-inch ClearPhoto LCD screenIntelligent Auto modeFaster AF system over previous modelsNew creative video and still modesLi-ion battery packMemory card slot accepts both MS Duo and SD/SDHC/SDXC type cardsAvailable in blue, pink, or silver, the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730 sports a price tag of $139.99 Read More…
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This post was written by Henry on May 20, 2013
Canon EOS 700D Camera Review
Is the 650D replacement worth the bother? Read More…
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This post was written by Luke on May 20, 2013
Canon EOS 100D Camera Review
It’s the world’s smallest DSLR. Is it one of the best? Read More…
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This post was written by Matthew on May 16, 2013
Olympus TG-830 iHS Review
Review posted 5/16/2013 Quick Take Pros Tough and waterproof features are nice to find in this price pointCamera has a well-built, sturdy feelVery easy to use camera, including brief on-screen explanations of most featuresOlympus recently dropped the price on the TG-830Built-in LED helps with extreme low light and underwater photosSmall rubberized handgrip makes it easy to hold and use this cameraLens housing is completely contained inside the cameraMode dial is a helpful featureCamera’s two compartments include double-lock mechanisms to maintain water-tight sealLCD is a high quality screenBuilt-in GPS and e-compass are nice features to have in a tough camera designed to be used in harsh outdoor conditionsShortcut menu makes it easy to change shooting modesCamera offers full HD video mode and an HDMI port Cons5x optical zoom lens is well below average in today’s marketVery few manual controlsButton labels are tough to see because of lack of contrast in the textControl buttons are too small to be used comfortablyZoom switch is a little awkward to use versus a zoom ringSome image softness near edges of photosAuto white balance setting sometimes struggles with skin color in fluorescent lightingNoise at higher ISO settings is quite noticeable Bottom Line The sturdy Olympus TG-830 iHS camera provides good protection against harsh photographic environmental conditions, but it’s also a surprisingly good camera in terms of performance; especially compared to its similarly priced peers, both those with and without tough features. It includes advanced features like a built-in GPS and an LED. The biggest drawback for Read More…
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This post was written by Michael on May 16, 2013
Pentax MX-1 Review
Review posted 05/15/2013 Quick Take Pros iAuto shooting mode is accurate and easy in all situationsDedicated Video Capture Button is always ready to recordOverall excellent image qualityFast, Easy to use HDR shooting optionsSensor Shift SR assists up to 3 stopsBright, tiltable 3.0-inch LCDGood shooting performanceOptical zoom available while recording videoStills can be capturing during video recordingHDR mode works very well for an auto camera modeGreat Battery LifeCompetitively priced ConsAF during video recording struggledSome noise in higher ISO imagesPopup flash unit is not very powerfulNo EVF or OVFWind noise reduction does not work with other background noisesCamera body is very thick Bottom Line The Pentax MX-1 is a classically designed, fully featured compact digicam. It’s 12-Megapixel CMOS and low-light zoom lens capture excellent quality images. It is a great compact alternative to a larger entry-level dSLR. Read more in our Full Conclusion. Pentax/Ricoh unveiled an interesting new retro styled camera for 2013, which they claim will, “appeal to a wide range of photo enthusiasts”, thanks to its powerful features and rangefinder charm. Some of the spotlight features include a 12-megapixel, 1/1.7″ CMOS image sensor, a fast PENTAX SMC 4x optical zoom lens, f/1.8-2.5 maximum aperture range, and a plethora of exposure options; from Auto Picture to full Manual. The camera body seems to be built quite well, with brass covers at the top and bottom, metal accents and trim, and a nice textured-rubber surround. The MX-1 also sports a high-resolution 3.0-inch LCD screen, Dual Shake Reduction system (Sensor-Shift + Digital SR), RAW and JPEG Read More…
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This post was written by Henry on May 15, 2013
Polaroid XS80 HD Action Camera Preview
If you’re in the market for a durable, waterproof HD video camera to capture all the extreme land and sea sports in your life, check out Polaroid’s affordable new XS80 HD Action Camera. At less than $130, the XS80 shoots full HD 1080p video at up to 30 frames per second, but also handles lower resolutions as well as still photos at up to a 16-megapixels. Speaking to stills, you’ll have three different photo modes from which to choose — single, burst, and time lapse. There’s no zoom lens, but the native 120-degree field of view on the wide angle lens should have you covered in most action situations.High Impact and Shock Proof, with a Waterproof rating down to 30 feet, the XS80 comes standard with a helmet mount, includes an Anti-Shake system for wobble-free video, and can support Micro SD card sizes up to 32GB. So what are you waiting for? Grab a Mountain Dew and go buy one right now!Polaroid XS80 HD Action Camera FeaturesWaterproof down to 30-feetHigh Impact and Shock ProofUp to 16-megapixel Still PhotosAlso 5MP, 3MP, and VGA resolutions3 Photo ModesSingleBurst (1)Time Lapse (1, 5, 10, 30, 60)120 Degree Field of View (fixed lens)Full HD 1080p Video Recording at up to 30 frames per secondAlso 720p HD and VGA Video RecordingG Sensor (auto rotation)Anti-ShakeHDMI outputMicro SD Card up to 32GBIncluded Helmet MountPolaroid’s new XS80 HD Action Camera is available now for $129.99 over at Amazon, directly through Polaroid, or at “other select retailers.”Additional Product Views Read More…
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This post was written by Carter on May 14, 2013
Olympus PEN E-P5 Preview
To mark the 50th Anniversary of the PEN F, Olympus is launching the PEN E-P5. The new flagship in the company’s growing series of Micro Four Thirds cameras, the E-P5 boasts the world’s first 1/8000th of a second shutter speed in the Compact System Camera class. It also features a 16-Megapixel TruePic VI Live MOS image sensor, a 3.0-inch Tilting Touch screen display (it tilts up 80-degrees and down 50-degrees), an in-body 5-Axis Image Stabilization system, and Full HD Video Recording.In this price range, photographers expect professional and full-manual controls. The E-P5 delivers with its 2×2 Dial Control System; when shooting manually, the camera’s front and back dials can adjust aperture and exposure time, or ISO value and white balance.The E-P5 is also the first Olympus camera to include built-in Wi-Fi, which expands the digicam’s functionality when used with the free Olympus Image Share 2.0 smartphone app. Particularly interesting here is the E-P5′s ability to create its own Wi-Fi Network. The app also syncs the camera’s display with your smartphone for remote shooting and self-portraits. You can also use your phone’s built-in GPS to geo-tag your photo’s metadata.Creative Features include 12 Art Filters, an improved Live Bulb mode (used for long exposures of stars, fireworks, or light painting), as well as “Signature”, which allows you to overlay a handwritten, or image-based, signature on your photos. Photo Story “enables you to capture a scene from multiple viewpoints and then combine them into a single image to create unique collages in camera”, while “Photo Story +” takes Read More…
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This post was written by William on May 10, 2013
Olympus Pen E-P5 Camera Review
Hands-on: A retro-styled CSC and a cheaper altermative to the Olypmus OM-D. Read More…
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This post was written by Parker on May 10, 2013
Sony A58 Camera Review
Sony’s new entry-level SLT camera has a lot of competition Read More…
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This post was written by Natalie on May 9, 2013
Fujifilm X20 Camera Review
A beautiful retro-styled camera and an improved take on the X10. Read More…
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This post was written by Sadie on May 7, 2013
Photo Exhibit of Muslims Who Saved Jews during the WWII
2003 – A project was launched by Norman Gershman a renowned photographer to photograph Albanian Muslim families who sheltered Jews during World War II. A year after in 2004 – just after two photographic expeditions to Kosovo and Albania, Gershman was astound by what he learned that out approximately 150 Muslim families who took part [...] Read More…
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This post was written by Carter on May 4, 2013
Panasonic Lumix GF6 Review
The Panasonic Lumix GF6 is a new all singing, all dancing, mirrorless camera with 16mp, Wi-Fi, and a 3inch touch screen. Find out how it performs in our review.
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This post was written by Blake on May 2, 2013
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200 Review
Review posted 05/02/2013 Quick Take Pros iAuto shooting mode is accurate and easy in all situations26x Optical Zoom is incredibly versatile360 Panorama is easy and fastOptical SteadyShot is very helpful when shooting on the moveNice, Bright 3.0-inch LCDGood Battery LifeVery Competitively priced ConsPoor Still Image and Video QualityNo Dedicated video recording buttonPoor Shooting PerformanceMono Audio MicrophoneWeak Flash UnitOptical SteadyShot is not quite enough at full telephotoNo HDMI output for HD movies on an HDTV Bottom Line The Sony Cyber Shot H200 is one of the most affordable super-zoom digicams on the market. Its huge zoom lens and great feature set are unfortunately held back by its performance and image quality.. Read more in our Full Conclusion. With versatility and price in mind, Sony created their Cyber-Shot DSC-H200. Their H-series has been known for long-zoom cameras, and the H200 is no exception, With a wide-view, 26x optical zoom lens, there isn’t much this camera can’t cover. Sony also included a powerful 20.1-megapixel Exmor R CMOS image sensor, improved BIONZ processor, 720p HD video capture, and a plethora of easy to use exposure options; like Intelligent Auto. All this for about $249 USD. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200 Features:20.3-megapixel, 1/2.3″ Exmor R CMOS image sensorImproved BIONZ processing unitWide-angle, 26x Sony Optical zoom lens35mm equivalent of 22.3-580mmOptical SteadyShot image stabilization3.0-inch ClearPhoto LCD with 460k pixelsIntelligent Auto mode720p, MP4 HD video recordingBeauty Portrait Shooting360 Motion PanoramaPowered by four AA batteriesCard slot for either MS Duo or SD/SDHC memory cardThe Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200 is available in black for $249.99 USD. See Read More…
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This post was written by William on May 2, 2013
Freshfully Market Exhibit: Photographs of Alabama Farms
An excellent photo documentary on exhibit at Freshfully Market was made by Julianna Hunter, a Birmingham photographer. The location of the exhibit is at a “local food” shop located in the Avondale community in Birmingham. This venture which shows the wide variety of farms in Alabama is sponsored by the Alabama Sustainable Agricultural Network. The [...] Read More…
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This post was written by Sadie on May 2, 2013
Samsung SMART Camera NX2000 Preview
Samsung has announced its latest NX-series camera, the NX2000. With a lot going for it, the SMART Camera NX2000 features a 20.3 megapixel APS-C sized CMOS image sensor — same as many DSLRs. The DRIMe IV Engine, or image processor, reduces noise, improves speed, and monitors accurate color reproduction. If taking pictures of sporting events, the 8 frames-pers-second fast continuous shooting will come in handy. There’s also a large 3.7-inch touch screen with a graphic user interface much more akin to a Smartphone than most digital cameras.14 different SMART Modes, as well as the i-Function controls, offer photographers a variety of ways to creatively adjust and customize imagery and camera settings. Full HD 1920x1080p Movie Recording is standard in 2D with any of the 12 compatible NX-series lenses, but if you opt for the 45mm 2D/3D lens (sold separately), you can also capture full quality 3D stills and movies.Despite a full freight of professional camera performance specs, Samsung seems most excited about the NX2000′s Wi-Fi Connectivity features, which work in conjunction with the Samsung SMART CAMERA App; available for both Android and iOS devices. AutoShare sends photos as they are taken to a smartphone or tablet. Near Field Communication (NFC) technology syncs the NX200 to NFC-enabled Android smartphones and tablets via a direct Wi-Fi connection. You can also use the Direct Link “hot key” to sync up your favorite social networking site, such as Facebook.Finally, Samsung bundles a copy of the Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 4 with every purchase.Samsung SMART Camera NX2000 Features20.3 megapixel APS-C CMOS image Read More…
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This post was written by James on May 1, 2013
Vanguard Vojo 22 Bag Review
The Vanguard Vojo 22 shoulder bag has room for your DSLR, extra lens, tablet device and accessories. Daniel Bell reviews.
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This post was written by Henry on May 1, 2013
Samsung NX300 Sample Photos
Sample photos from the 20 megapixel Samsung NX300, the latest mirrorless camera from Samsung features Wi-Fi and 8.6fps continuous shooting.
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This post was written by Evan on April 30, 2013
Samsung NX300 Camera Review
Samsung’s top of the range compact system camera is a real contender Read More…
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This post was written by Benjamin on April 30, 2013
Canon PowerShot A2600 Review
Review posted 04/30/2013 Quick Take Pros 5X zoom lens offers 28mm wide angle Eco mode saves battery life Affordable and compact Macro shots are attractiveOptical zoom works in movie modeHelp system is good for beginners ConsSubpar image quality Weak zoom lensSlow burst mode Low-resolution LCD Poor low light performance Bottom Line This basic compact camera is affordable and has a well-designed help system for beginners. But this budget model’s subpar image quality and slow burst shooting make it a poor choice if you want a camera that is capable of more demanding shooting situations and you have ambitions beyond simple snapshots. Read more in our Full Conclusion. Canon’s PowerShot A2600 is an affordable compact point-n-shoot that gives you what you need to capture pleasing snap shots; and nothing more. With Smart Auto exposure control, you simply need to point-n-shoot to capture those special moments, without having to deal with complicated exposure settings. Although simple, the A2600 still boasts 16-megapixels of resolution, a wide 5x optical zoom lens, Canon’s DIGIC 4 processor for fast performance, a 3.0-inch LCD screen, and 720p HD video capabilities. Canon PowerShot A2600 features:Affordable, compact point-n-shoot16-megapixels of resolutionDIGIC 4 processor5x optical zoom lens (28mm)3.0-inch LCDHD video New Eco modeAA batteriesSD/SDHC/SDXC card slotThe Canon PowerShot A2600 sports a MSRP of $149.99 USD, and comes in Black, Red, Blue, or Pink. Click the lowest price button at the top right of this page to see the most current online pricing. What’s in the box?:CameraWrist strapGetting started guideWarranty cardBattery pack (NB-11L)Battery charger (CB-2LF/CB-2LFE)Additional Product Views Read More…
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This post was written by Dylan on April 30, 2013
Panasonic Lumix GF6 Sample Photos
Full size sample photos taken in our studio from a final firmware version of the Panasonic Lumix GF6.
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This post was written by Sadie on April 30, 2013
Photo Market for Instagram Pictures
In this information era, the success of mobile phone apps is something that cannot be denied. One of these is the “Instagram” it has become not simply a photo sharing app, but it has catapulted itself as one of the most popular mobile apps today and evolved into a community of online users. By harnessing [...] Read More…
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This post was written by Alexander on April 30, 2013
Samyang T-S 24mm f/3.5 ED AS UMC Lens Review
Gary Wolstenholme reviews the new Tilt-Shift lens from Samyang – find out how the 24mm f/3.5 ED AS UMC lens performs.
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This post was written by Luke on April 29, 2013
Nikon Coolpix P520 Camera Review
A 42x optical zoom camera at a tempting price Read More…
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This post was written by Samuel on April 29, 2013
