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By admin, on November 20th, 2011
Leaked images of Nikon D800 published by NikonRumors [NR] few hrs ago, the expected announcement date was Oct 26, but Nikon D800 Announcement Delayed due to flood in Thailand, still no confirmation about the announcement date.
The specification remains the same as we have mentioned few months ago
- 36 Megapixel CMOS FX Sensor
- AF system same as D3/D700
- Full HD video recording – 1920 × 1080/30p
- Dual card Slot (CF and SD)
- USB 3.0 and a New small wireless transmitter
- Smaller and lighter than D700

By admin, on November 19th, 2011
New Canon powershot and DSLR lenses / related announcement coming on Jan and and Feb 2012 according to canon rumors, The Canon powershot and DSLR related announcement may be done separately.
5D Mk III rumor update: Canon 5D Mark III or a larger megapixel FullFrame camera expected to arrive on Summer of 2012.

northlighrumor is talking about the Canon 1D Xs DSLR
Canon’s future plans for this camera.
“… 1DX represents Canon’s biggest break from the previous 1 Series for many years, with a lot of new design features.
There will be a studio version late next year or early 2013 with 40+ megapixels.
Canon still aims to challenge digital medium format backs. The 1D X is Canon’s response to the Nikon D4”
The expected date of arrival of Canon 1D Xs DSLR is end of 2012 or 1st quarter of 2013.
src – CR and NL
By admin, on November 12th, 2011
Nikon Firmware Update for Nikon D5100 and Nikon D7000, the latest firmware update address a number of issues including error recognizing some memory cards and fix various bugs.
D5100 Firmware Update 1.01 – Download here
D7000 Firmware Update A 1.02, B 1.03 – Download here
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 |
News src – fotoactualidad via chipworks
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
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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
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