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By admin, on November 6th, 2011
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Best affordable Camera
Canon A800: The Canon A800 is the best affordable camera and cost only $79.99 at (Amazon USA), The Canon A800 features 10.0 megapixels and 3.3x optical zoom, 2.5 in. TFT LCD display; Built-in flash; 640 x 480p video recording. It also features Smart AUTO that makes getting your best shot easy every time by automatically and intelligently selecting the proper settings for the camera based on 19 predefined shooting situations.
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Nikon Coolpix L24: The Nikon coolpix L24 features 14.0 Megapixels, 3.6x Optical Zoom-NIKKOR Glass Lens, Available at $84 at Amazon. The Smart Auto mode will automatically choose the right settings, based on 19 predefined common shooting situations (including Portrait, Kids & Pets, Beach, Snow, Foliage, Fireworks, etc). Captures video at 640X480 (VGA) resolution.
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Best Pro-Compact
Nikon COOLPIX P300: Nikon COOLPIX P300 features 12.2 -megapixel CMOS sensor, 4.2x Optical Zoom, high ISO speed of up to 3200 with advanced noise reduction, 4-way VR Image Stabilization System, Full HD Video Recording and Full Manual Controls. The f/1.8 lens is the fastest lens Nikon has ever designed into a COOLPIX camera, it offers a 24-100mm optical zoom range and impressive telephoto performance for razor-sharp images.
The Good: Slim size, F1.8 lens, Fast AF and Full HD Video Recording.
The Bad: No RAW as Canon S100 and visible noise at High ISO.
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Canon PowerShot S100: The PowerShot S100 digital camera employs a new Canon 12.1 Megapixel CMOS sensor, new DIGIC 5 Image Processor, fast f/2.0 lens, and it also features 1080p HD Movies, HDMI output, Intelligent IS Image Stabilization, High-Speed Burst HQ, GPS, 3-inch LCD, and much more! In new powershot S100 you get excellent noise free images even at High ISO settings, Highly recommended for professional photographers.
The Good: Slim Size, very less noise in high ISO, Full Manual, RAW, In Built ND Filter, lens Control Ring and GPS
The Bad: Price bit high
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Best MegaZoom Compact Camera
Canon SX40 HS Highly Recommended Mega Zoom Camera: Canon SX 40 HS is features 12.1MP High Resolution BSI CMOS Sensor, ISO 100 – 3200, 35 X Optical Zoom and Optical image stabilization with Hybrid IS modes, Canon DIGIC 5 Image Processor, High Speed Burst Shooting @ 10fps, 1080p Full HD Video with Stereo Sound. The latest-generation Canon DIGIC 5 Image Processor brings phenomenal increases in processing speed and power. Improved chip architecture and algorithms deliver greatly expanded functionality with further refinement in image quality.
The Good: Excellent image quality, low noise in High ISO, High Speed Shooting and New Hybrid IS system.
The Bad: No RAW
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Sony HX 100V – Zoom Camera with Excellent Full HD Video: If you are a still and video shooter you will love Sony HX100 V, Sony offers 30X optical Zoom, 16.2 MP “Exmor R” CMOS sensor, Full HD at 60p, 3D still images and panorama, Background Defocus, Backlight Correction HDR and 10Shot/Sec continuous shooting speed.
The Good: More megapixel for larger print, Full HD Video Recording at 60fps
The Bad: Limited 30X optical Zoom.
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Best Full HD Compact Camera
Sony WX9 – Budget Full HD Compact Camera: The Sony WX9 features Full HD Video recording at 60fps and 5X optical Zoom lens, for still you get 16 Megpixel Sony Exmor R CMOS sensor and Fast capture with 10fps at full 16.2 MP resolution, it also features iSweep Panorama for one shot landscapes, 3D still image and 3D Sweep Panorama.
The Good: Affordable, Full HD at 60i and 16 Megapixel sensor for still
The Bad: limited zoom lens and Macro mode.
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Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V – Highly Recommended Full HD Compact Camera
Sony HX 9V is the best compact Full HD Camera we have ever seen, you get 16X optical zoom lens and Full HD at 60fps with Sony HX9V. Highly Recommended for still and video shooters. It features 16 megapixel Exmor R CMOS Sensor, Full HD 1080/60p with dual record of stills and movies, 16X optical Zoom, built in GPS to geo tag photos, 3D stills and 3D Sweep Panorama mode, additional features include Backlight Correction HDR and Background De-Focus for stunning portrait images.
The Good: 16 Mp, Full HD at 60fps, 16X optical Zoom and GPS
The Bad: NA
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Best Entry Level DSLRs
Nikon D3100 – Best Entry Level DSLR for Still and Video Shooting – Highly Recommended – Nikon D3100 features 14.2-megapixel sensor, It captures Full 1080p HD Cinematic Video, ISO range 100-3200 (expandable to 12800).
See Nikon D3100 Recommended Lenses
The Good: Affordable, 14megapixel Sensor and Full HD Video.
The Bad: NA
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By admin, on November 5th, 2011
Nikon V1 uses Aptina Sensor, Teardown of the Nikon V1 camera also reveals that
- EXPEED 3 image processor (By Nikon)
- The Samsung K4X2G323PC-8GD8 DDR SDRAM
- Rwo Elpida EDE4232A2MA DRAM devices, on both sides of the EXPEED 3 processor. A total of 1GB of DDR2 memory, to allow for fast image data processing
- To Capture Full HD V1 and J1 uses Epson E03100F0A video processor chip
Other device cataloged in the Nikon V1 mirrorless camera include:
| Device Type |
Manufacturer |
Part Number |
| Audio codec |
Asahi Kasei |
AK4649 |
| LED driver |
Rohm |
BD1754HFN |
| Regulator |
Rohm |
BD9855MWV |
| Power switch |
Seiko Instruments |
S-8425AAEFT-TB-G |
| MOSFET |
Toshiba |
TC7W74FK |
| Logic IC |
Toshiba |
TC7WH08FK |
| P-channel FET |
Toshiba |
TPCA8102 |
| N-Channel FET |
Vishay Siliconix |
Si7220DN |
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By admin, on October 30th, 2011
 Canon SX 40 HS vs Nikon P500, See our super zoom camera comparison review below.
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About Sensor and processor: Canon SX 40 HS uses newly developed BSI CMOS sensor and DIGIC 5 image processor, the Digic 5 image processor creates 75% less noise and 6X faster compared to Digic 4 image processor, Due to new sensor and image processor you get more details and less noise in high ISO settings.
The new image processor also features advanced Multi-area White Balance optimizing color tones of both subject and background under multiple light sources.
Image Quality: We have seen many high ISO sample from both the camera, , even at ISO 800 and 1600 Canon SX 40 HS images have less noise, better color and sharpness compared to Nikon P500.
IS Image Stabilization
| |
Canon SX 40 HS |
Nikon P500 |
| Image Stabilization |
Optical |
Sensor Shift and VR |
| IS Modes |
Available (Normal, Macro, Panning, Dynamic, Powered, Tripod) |
Not Available |
Canon SX 40 HS features better image stabilization compared to Nikon P500.
Canon SX 40HS features 6 IS Modes and Optical IS One of the most important innovations for a point-and-shoot camera has been Image Stabilization (IS) since it helps improve image quality by reducing camera blur for both images and videos. Canon has taken this technology one step further with the new Intelligent IS which automatically chooses from six different modes (Normal, Macro, Panning, Dynamic, Powered, Tripod) to optimize image stabilization and help achieve crisp, blur-free images for various shooting conditions
Nikon features Image sensor shift(not optical) + electronic vibration reduction (VR) function, images captured with image sensor shift vibration reduction enabled are further processed with electronic VR for images that are sharper and exhibit less blur.
Lens and Aperture Range
| Camera / Specification |
Canon SX 40 HS |
Nikon P500 |
| Optical Zoom |
35X |
36X |
| Macro |
0 cm |
1 cm |
| Aperture |
F2.7 – F5.8 |
F3.5 – F5.7 |
You get better lens, Aperture range and Macro mode in Canon SX 40 HS, Nikon P500 features 1X more Zoom Compared Canon SX 40 HS.
The Canon SX 40 HS features 35X optical zoom and the advanced design employs UD glass, double-sided aspherical glass-molded and ultra-high-refraction-index glass lens elements to effectively suppress chromatic aberration while maintaining a remarkably compact size. The camera uses a VCM (Voice Coil Motor) for high-speed, quiet, energy-efficient lens movement with precise control.
Nikon P500 features 36x Zoom and NIKKOR ED glass.
Shutter Speed: You get more range in shutter speed and faster burst rate in SX 40 HS, the Canon SX 40HS is better compared to Nikon P500
| Shutter Speed |
Canon SX 40 HS |
Nikon P500 |
| Max |
3200 Sec |
1/1500 Sec |
| Min |
15 Sec |
2 Sec |
| Continuous Shot |
10.3 Shot/Sec |
8 Shot/Sec |
High Speed Shooting: An added benefit of the DIGIC 5 image processor is the incorporation of the new High-speed Burst HQ providing users with the ability to continuously capture a maximum of 10 frames.
Movie Mode: Both features Full HD recording and AF during movie mode, at Canon you get 24 fps at Full HD and at Nikon your get 30 fps at Full HD, Nikon is a bit better.
Display: Nikon Wins here, Nikon P500 features 3″ Tilting Screen with 921,000 screen dots and Fully articulated 2.7″ LCD with 230,000 Screen dots.
Batter Life and other: Based on CIPA rating the Canon SX 40 HS battery life is better compared to Nikon P500. The Canon SX 40 HS supports Eye-Fi and weights 100gm(approx) more than Nikon P500.
Overall Conclusion: The Overall performance of SX 40HS is better compared to Nikon P500. Canon SX 40 HS is a clear winner.
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By admin, on October 29th, 2011
Many users and visitors of new camera asking about the Canon SX 40 HS image quality, they want to know which camera is more better and why? You can also jump to Specification review (Canon SX 40HS vs Nikon P500) but before that I want to answer one question…
The most asked question: Both Nikon P500 and Canon SX 40 HS features 12 megapixel BSI CMOS sensor, which one is more better and why?
Answer: The Canon SX 40 HS is more better compared to Nikon P500 in High ISO test.
See the image below. The Left side image(s) taken from Canon SX 40 HS have less noise, more sharper and have better color
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Canon SX 40 HS HIGH ISO Sample at Digital camera Info
Nikon P500 HIGH ISO Samples at Cnet
By admin, on October 22nd, 2011
 One Sep 29, we have published the news / rumor – Nikon D800 is coming with 36 Megapixel on Oct 26, and Nikon D4 is coming on Feb 2012 with 18 Megapixel sensor, now some bad news 🙁 The Nikon D800 announcement or availability will be delayed due to flood in Thailand, According to current news / rumors coming above the surface.
According to chassimages (translated by Google – see here )
Already, two major product launches that were planned for the coming weeks, are reported immediately, recently announced products will experience substantial delays and production of many facilities has ceased.
According to Digicam-info (translated by Google – see here)
Nikon’s product supply almost completely stopped (according to information from other readers, the supply of equipment such as single-digit D is fine), so that the impact on existing products as well as new product It is a worry.
By admin, on October 21st, 2011
 Image copyright - Nationalmultimedia Both Sony and Nikon camera factory production is halted due to current flood situation in Thailand.
Due the impact of major floods in Thailand, some of its manufacturing plants of Sony (Sony Technology Thailand Ayutthaya Plant), has stopped production activities outsourced production plants and suppliers, the Sony Alpha A65, NEX-C3, NEX-5n and NEX 7 double kit packages will no more released on November 11.
Nikon issued its second notice today, Operation of the Nikon factory in Thailand has been suspended since October 6,
Nikon Press Release October 21, 2011
This is to advise you, following our first notice of October 11, of the latest situations of submersion at Nikon (Thailand) Co., Ltd., a consolidated manufacturing subsidiary of Nikon Corporation in the Rojana Industrial Park in Ayutthaya Province located in Central Thailand.
Damages
The 1st floor of all buildings at the premises are presently submerged and the water level is as high as around 2 meters and there arose no remarkable change since October 12. Operation of the factory has been suspended since October 6. It is reported that there is no human damage.
Estimated impact to our business performance
We still have difficulty to grasp the overall damages of our equipment and facility since access to the premises continues to be prohibited. We are now continuing our utmost to estimate the impact of the flood to our group companies and business performance. We assure you to immediately advise our findings once it is judged there will be an important change in our forecast.
Recovery
We are unable to define how soon operation will be resumed. It will take a certain time before the situation normalizes including completion of water pumping out from the Rojana Industrial Park. We have set up support system under the Emergency Headquarters for Disaster Control headed by the president and will endeavor to restart the operation as early as possible. Every possible measure is now under preparation to resume production by means as purchase of new manufacturing equipment, review of production assignment among whole Nikon group companies. As for drainage from the industrial park, we are requesting its acceleration to the Thai government, together with the Rojana Industrial Park authority, other companies in the Park and Japan External Trade Organization.
We deeply apologize you for any inconvenience caused by the disaster such as short supply of our products.
By admin, on October 12th, 2011
Nikon FX Lens Roadmap and new patent details published by egami , The FX Lens Roadmap is based on Nikon FX Lens patents.
Nikon FX Lens Roadmap
Nikon 70-200mm F4 telephoto zoom lens patent
Patent literature, interpretation and self-summary (translated by google)
- Patent Publication No. 2011-197302
- 2011.10.6 Release Date
- Filing date 2010.3.18
- Example 1
- Focal length f = 71.40 – 107.00 – 195.99mm
- Fno = 4.1
- Half angle of 17.107 – 11.288 – 6.107 °
- Image height 21.60mm
- Optical Length 214.6 – 214.5 – 214.8mm
- Back Focus 51.9 – 51.8 – 52.1mm
- Maximum magnification β =- 0.07 – -0.09 – -0.14 times
- 20 sheets of 15 groups
- Zoom ratio 2.745
- Positive positive positive and negative elements in 5 groups Zoom
- Inner Focus
- Inner Zoom
- Image stabilization (VR) with
Nikon 800mm F5.6 telephoto lens patent
Patent literature, interpretation and self-summary (translated by google)
- Patent Publication No. 2011-197413 (Translated by google)
- 2011.10.6 Release Date
- Filing date 2010.3.19
- Example 1
- Focal length f = 800.00mm
- Fno = 5.61
- Image height 21.60mm
- Β =- 0.153 times the maximum magnification
- 16 images 14 groups
- Group 4 consists of positive and negative polarity
- Inner Focus
- The second focus group for
- Image stabilization
- The third part of the group for the VR
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