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By admin, on May 16th, 2014
The long rumored Sony RX100 M3 camera finally announced today by Sony, the camera specification is similar to the specification we have published few days ago and even price is also same,
The RX100 M3 camera features same sensor as RX100 M2 camera but the lens is more improved and becomes more wider, this time we have Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* f/1.8-2.8 Lens, the other major improvement is 3X fast BionzX image processor used in the new RX100 M3 camera.
The RX100 M3 camera now comes with a built-in 1.4M-dot OLED pop-up “Tru-Finder.” for professional users, the camera also records Full HD 1920 x 1080 videos and now movies can be recorded in the high-quality XAVC S format, which uses MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 video compression and linear PCM audio compression. You also get WiFi and NFC connectivity with RX100 M3.
MSRP Price – $798.00
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Press Release
Sony RX100 M3Press Release
Sony Adds New Pocket-Sized RX100 III Camera to Acclaimed Cyber-shot® RX Line
New RX100 III Model Features Large-Aperture ZEISS® 24-70mm lens1, Built-in OLED Viewfinder with ZEISS T* Coating, BIONZ® X processor and more
SAN DIEGO, May 15, 2014 – Building on its lineup of acclaimed compact cameras, Sony Electronics has introduced a new addition to its popular Cyber-shot RX series – the pocket-sized RX100 III camera.
Based on the same sleek, stylish design as the existing RX100 and RX100 II models, the new RX100 III features a specially developed ZEISS® Vario-Sonnar T* 24-70mm1 F1.8-2.8 lens and adds a built-in OLED viewfinder with ZEISS T* coating. The camera utilizes the same high-resolution 20.1 MP 1.0-type back-illuminated CMOS image sensor as the existing RX100II model, and adds the powerful BIONZ X processor featured in several high-end Sony cameras including the full-frame α7, α7R and α7S models.
“Sony continues to push the modern limits of engineering and innovation with our Cyber-shot RX family of products” said Patrick Huang, director of the Cyber-shot business at Sony Electronics. “With the new RX100 III model, we’ve added a brighter, wider aperture lens and an impressive retractable OLED EVF, while also utilizing the latest Sony imaging technologies to boost the camera’s processing speed and efficiency. And we’ve done this without sacrificing any of the true ‘pocketability’ of our RX100 line, creating an especially unique compact camera unlike anything else in market today.”
New ZEISS® Vario-Sonnar T* 24-70mm1 F1.8-F2.8 Lens
The unique new ZEISS lens on the RX100 III camera covers the popular 24 -70mm1 focal length with a wide F1.8 – F2.8 aperture. This is particularly noteworthy at the 70mm telephoto end of the lens, where the maximum F2.8 aperture allows it to gather about twice as much light as the RX100 and RX100 II models (at 70mm), ensuring that portrait subjects can be captured against beautiful background defocus. The wide aperture also allows the lens to capture moving subjects clearly without any blur due to camera and/or subject shake.
The versatile new lens is capable of capturing dramatic landscapes or large group photos at the wide 24mm length while also boasting impressive macro shooting capabilities throughout the focal range. For example, it can still focus accurately as close as 30cm from the front of the lens (working distance) when fully extended. There’s also a built-in 3-stop (1/8) neutral density filter that adds to shooting flexibility in a wide range of outdoor conditions.
The new ZEISS lens realizes outstanding corner-to-corner sharpness, with nine total aspherical glass elements including two advanced aspherical elements that have been cemented together – a world’s first in lens manufaturing2. This results in an ultra-compact physical footprint while maintaining a wide maximum angle of view. Additionally, the 24-70mm lens1 features ZEISS T* coating that minimizes flare and ghosting and a seven-blade circular aperture that enhances ‘bokeh’ background defocus.
Clear, High-Precision Built-in EVF with ZEISS T* Coating
Largely based off of customer feedback on existing RX100 series cameras (RX100 and RX100II), the new RX100 III adds a versatile, high-quality OLED Tru-Finder™ electronic viewfinder. The EVF has an impressive 1.4 million dot resolution, adding exceptional brightness and clarity to the overall framing and viewing experience, and handily pops in and out of the top of the camera body based on shooting preferences. This allows the camera to operate in the traditional ‘rangefinder’ style without sacrificing any of its portability or compactness.
The unique new EVF also features a specially-designed eyepiece lens with ZEISS T* coating, dramatically reducing reflections that can interfere with clear viewing. The viewfinder achieves exceptional corner-to-corner clarity, and includes an eye sensor that automatically switches between viewfinder and monitor display.
Exmor R CMOS Sensor and BIONZ X Processor
The powerful new RX100 III camera shares the same critically acclaimed 1.0-type back-illuminated 20.1 MP Exmor R CMOS image sensor featured in the RX100 II and RX10 cameras. With approximately four times greater image capture area than the 1/2.3 type image sensors commonly used in compact cameras, the sensor takes in significantly more light, translating into brighter, clearer images and sharper Full HD videos that capture all of the finer details of a scene.
The high-resolution sensor is paired with the evolved BIONZ X image processor introduced in the α7, α7R models this past fall. Around three times faster than the BIONZ processing engine in the RX100 and RX100 II models, it employs detail reproduction, diffraction-reducing and area-specific noise reduction technologies that allow the camera to produce amazingly detailed images and Full HD videos in all types of lighting conditions.
Pro-Quality Full HD Video Capture
The new RX100 III model is equipped with a host of HD video capabilities to satisfy the most demanding enthusiasts.
The new compact is the first Cyber-shot model to offer high-resolution HD video recording in the XAVC S format, which allows for full HD recording at a data rate of 50 mbps with lower compression for improved video quality. Additionally, with the power of the BIONZ X processor, the camera is able to read, process and output data from all of the sensor’s pixels during video recording, ensuring that it produces the highest quality video possible by eliminating aliasing, moiré and false color artifacts.
Other video features include a ‘clear’ HDMI® output for reviewing footage on an external monitor, 120 fps recording at 720p HD resolution and zebra pattering on the LCD and built-in EVF. The camera also has dual video recording capability (XAVC S / AVCHD files4 along with MP4 files), which allows users to shoot a high bit-rate video for storage or editing purposes while also recording a lower bit rate video that’s optimized for sharing via Wi-Fi®.
The camera also has Intelligent Active Mode – another first for Cyber-shot RX series cameras – which utilizes Sony’s frame analysis technology and 5-axis compensation to dramatically reduce the effects of camera shake while shooting movies.
Camera Design, Customizability and Control
Despite its small “pocketable” size, the new RX100 III features many opportunities to adjust common shooting settings, including a ‘Fn’ key, customizable control ring and a “C” custom button with more than 40 assignable functions.
New to the RX series, the RX100 III model features an articulated LCD that can tilt upward by about 180 degrees for self-portraits and all the way downward to approximately 45 degrees for high-angle shots. The camera also can output still images in 4K resolution6 with full wide-gamut TRILUMINOUS Color support when connected to compatible 4K televisions.
Wi-Fi® and PlayMemories™
The RX100 III camera has built-in Wi-Fi, giving consumers one-touch connection with Xperia® or NFC-compatible Android™ smartphones or tablets for instant image transfer and sharing. A single touch also activates Smart Remote Control, linking the camera with a smartphone or tablet for a live image preview, to fire the shutter from a distance and to review shots instantly.
For devices without NFC one-touch capabilities, users can wirelessly transfer images and videos and activate Smart Remote Control through Sony’s free PlayMemories Mobile™ application, available for the iOS and Android platforms.
The camera is also the first Cyber-shot RX series model to feature compatibility with Sony’s growing assortment of downloadable Sony PlayMemories Camera Apps5, adding a range of exciting and creative capabilities. Learn more at www.sony.net/pmca .
Pricing and Availability
The Cyber-shot RX100 III compact camera will be available in June for about $800. The camera and a range of compatible Cyber-shot accessories will be sold at all Sony retail stores (www.store.sony.com) and other authorized dealers nationwide.
1 35mm full-frame format equivalent
2 As of the official May 16, 2014 release date. Based on Sony survey of of glass aspherical elements used on digital cameras.
3 An SDXC memory card with a Class 10 or higher speed rating is required for XAVC S recording.
4 Dual Video Recording is not available when the Intelligent Active Mode is ON, or when XAVC S 120p/60p/50p or AVCHD 60p/50p is selected.
5 The latest version of the PlayMemories Mobile application must be downloaded and installed on your smartphone or tablet computer.
6 QFHD (3840 x 2160)
By admin, on May 16th, 2014
Sony Alpha a7S Price $2500 – Available for Pre-order at Amazon and Adorama.
A quick reminder – the camera features 12.2MP Full-Frame Exmor CMOS Sensor, BIONZ X Image Processor and Expandable Sensitivity: ISO 50-409600 – see more about A7s
By admin, on May 15th, 2014
Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L IS USM Sample Images surfaced over the web today by Canon China website, the new lens comes with improved optics and built in image stabilization that works up to 4stops lower shutter speed (CIPA tested)… see the lens announcement here
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By admin, on May 15th, 2014
Canon EF-S 10-18mm F4.5-5.6 IS STM Image Samples surfaced over the web, the sample images look very sharp even when captured at , take a look at the sample images below – see the announcement page here – Canon EF 16-35mm F4L and EF-S 10-18mm Lenses Announced
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Continue reading Canon EF-S 10-18mm F4.5-5.6 IS STM Image Samples
By admin, on May 15th, 2014
The good news is that 29MP Foveon X3 Quattro CMOS Image Sensor based Sigma dp2 Quattro Price is under $1000, other features include a fixed 30mm f/2.8 Lens (35mm Equivalent: 45mm) and ISO range up to 6400. on the rear side we have 3.0″ 920k-dot TFT LCD screen.
The camera also features contrast detect AF system with 9 AF point and Full Manual AF supports also available, lens itself has a focusing ring for manual focusing.
Sigma dp2 Quattro available for pre-order at B&H
By admin, on May 15th, 2014
Sony RX100 M3 many images and full specification leaked today (see specification PDF here), the camera will feature newly developed F1.8-F2.8 Lens, new 0.39″ SVGA electronic viewfinder pop-up OLED is included now, the camera also comes with Built-in ND filter and features same XAVC-S video recording just like the Sony A7s.
The price of Sony RX100 M3 is approx 849 Euro (as we said earlier) or $899 Canadian USD.
The camera is rumored to be announce anytime soon (May 16 at 5am London time)…stay with us (FACEBOOK | TWITTER | GOOGLE+) If you have time –>see more Sony Rumor.
Sony RX100 M3 Full Specification PDF
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By admin, on May 14th, 2014
 Nikon today announced the long rumored Nikon S2 camera today, the camera features 14 Megapixel 1 inch sensor and ISO range up to 128200, the camera also features contrast + phase detect (Hybrid) AF system, Nikon S2 can record full resolution images with a continuous shooting speed of 20fps, on the rear side we have a 3″ fised TFT monitor with 460,000 Dots.
 The Nikon 1 S2 is also compatible with the optional WU-1a wireless mobile adapter for Wi-Fi connectivity and uses microSD memory cards. You can buy Nikon S2 with 11-27.5mm F3.5-5.6 lens, will be available in black, white, red and yellow for $449.95.
With one more lens kit (VR 30-110mm F3.8-5.6) the bundle price will touch $699.95.
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Press Release
The New Compact Nikon 1 J4 and Nikon 1 S2 are Built to Capture Life’s Spontaneous Moments with Incredible Speed and Performance
The Newest Additions to the Nikon 1 System Allow Users to Unleash Their Creativity and Capture Even the Most Fleeting Memories
MELVILLE, NY – Today, Nikon Inc. announced the two newest additions to the Nikon 1 System of compact interchangeable lens cameras, the Nikon 1 J4 and Nikon 1 S2; each providing outstanding speed and innovative tools for those ready to take their photography and creativity to new heights. Whether seeking an advanced camera when leaving the D-SLR at home, looking to upgrade from a point-and-shoot camera or stepping up from a smartphone, both the J4 and S2 are compact yet feature-packed options capable of capturing beautiful images and HD videos that can easily be shared with friends and family.
Also announced were several new Nikon 1 accessories, including the WP-N3 Underwater Case for both the J4 and S2, as well as the SB-N10 Waterproof Speedlight, further expanding the versatile and growing Nikon 1 System.
“The new Nikon 1 J4 and Nikon 1 S2 offer the ideal combination of impressive speed, compact size, powerful imaging performance and creative tools that photographers of any level can appreciate,” said Masahiro Horie, Director of Marketing and Planning, Nikon Inc. “Possessing the renowned rapid performance of the Nikon 1 System and the ability to instantly share amazing images and HD video, Nikon’s newest Nikon 1 cameras are great on-the-go companions for ensuring every unforgettable moment is captured.”
The Ideal Camera for Capturing Life’s Spontaneous Moments
When a split second means the difference between a good shot and a great shot, Nikon 1 users will appreciate the incredible speed and accuracy offered by both the new Nikon 1 J4 and Nikon 1 S2. Like the recently announced Nikon 1 V3, both cameras feature the world’s fastest continuous shooting frame rate*(1) at an uncompromising 20 frames-per-second (fps) at full resolution, ideal for capturing split-second moments that can last a lifetime. Additionally, the J4 sports an impressive 171 contrast detect focus areas and 105 phase-detect AF points for incredible autofocus accuracy when capturing either stills or HD video.
Both of Nikon’s newest Nikon 1 System offerings offer the latest in imaging technologies to help capture amazing moments with crisp detail, even in low-light. The J4 features a new 18.4-megapixel CX-format CMOS image sensor, while the S2 features a 14.2-megapixel CMOS imaging sensor. Both employ the new EXPEED 4A image processing engine, capable of rendering family portraits, incredible landscapes or the game winning goal with true colors and amazing precision. When shooting in low-light settings, users can also utilize an increased ISO range, expandable up to 12,800, for better performance without the use of a flash.
Recognizing the importance of sharing precious moments, both the Nikon 1 J4 and Nikon 1 S2 allow the user to take amazing photos and HD video, and easily share with family and friends via social networks. The J4 features built-in Wi-Fi connectivity*(2) that allows the seamless connection to a compatible smart phone or tablet for effortless sharing, while the S2 can provide the same capability via the optional WU-1a Wireless Mobile Adapter.
Capture and Create Beautiful HD Video
With the J4 and S2, Nikon has also made several enhancements to the cameras’ HD video capabilities, as both allow the user to record crisp 1080/60p HD video for up to ten minutes per clip. Electronic Vibration Reduction (e-VR) is also available during 1080/30p and 720/30p video recording, to help ensure smooth and steady movies, even while handheld. Furthermore, both cameras are capable of capturing simultaneous still images during video recording, using the new Auto Image Capture feature that saves full size images automatically throughout recording, saving the 20 best stills for the J4 and 10 best shots for the S2. Slow View Mode is also available for the Nikon 1 J4, allowing the user to slow down the frame and capture each and every moment.
Like the Nikon 1 V3, the J4 can also record slow motion movies in HD in 1280 x 720 resolution at up to 120 frames-per-second (fps). With a wealth of new video features, the Nikon 1 System continues to push the boundaries for video capabilities in compact interchangeable lens cameras.
Ergonomically Designed and Ready for Anything
Continuing in the spirit of the Nikon 1 System, the Nikon 1 J4 and Nikon 1 S2 are ergonomically designed and extremely compact, ready to help capture stunning stills and HD video with ease, even during the most fleeting moments. The start-up time for both cameras is incredibly fast to ensure the perfect shot is never missed, while the J4, when paired with the recently announced 1 NIKKOR VR 10-30mm f/3.5-5.6 PD Zoom lens, is a nearly unbeatable combination when time is of the essence. Additionally, while the Nikon 1 S2 sports the traditional Nikon 1 multi selector for menu access, the J4 features a new touchscreen interface with touch shutter functionality that allows for extremely simple and intuitive shooting. Simply tapping the screen will instantly snap an unforgettable photo. In terms of storage, both new Nikon 1 cameras use Micro SD memory cards.
Bring Your Creativity to New Heights
The J4 and S2 bring a wealth of new creative enhancements to the Nikon 1 System that provides the opportunity for users to even further expand their creativity, resulting in a truly customized experience. Both cameras see the return of several popular creative modes from previous models including Selective Color, Miniature Effect and Easy Panorama Mode (exclusive to the J4), but also introduce numerous new creative options for shooting both stills and video. For still images, users can now utilize Cross Process, Toy Camera and Creative Pallet modes, with the latter allowing users to apply effects to a scene prior to capturing an image to help preview how it will affect the photo. Creative Pallet is accessible through either the wheel on the back of the Nikon 1 J4’s touchscreen display or by using the multi selector on the back of the Nikon 1 S2. Additionally, ISO Sensitivity Noise Reduction is now available to help render amazing images when shooting at high ISO ranges by “stacking” multiple (4) shots to help achieve clear and consistent photos even in difficult low-light shooting scenarios. Additionally, new video-specific options include Jump Cut, Fast Motion and Four Second Video, further expanding on an already impressive stable of video capabilities.
Bringing Nikon 1 System Cameras to New Depths
For those who want to take the Nikon 1 System underwater, Nikon has also introduced the new WP-N3 Waterproof Case for use with both the Nikon 1 J4 (with 1 NIKKOR 10-30mm f/4.5-5.6 PD-Zoom) and Nikon 1 S2 (with 1 NIKKOR 11-27.5mm f/3.5-5.6). Designed for those interested in deeper diving, without the hassle of bringing a D-SLR, the WP-N3 is capable of operating at a depth of 45m (approximately 147.6 ft.), allowing both new Nikon 1 offerings to capture amazing underwater photos and HD video.
For further versatility when shooting underwater, Nikon has also announced the SB-N10 Waterproof Speedlight, adding yet another tool to the underwater photographer’s arsenal. This new Speedlight is compatible with the WP-N1, WP-N2 and WP-N3 waterproof cases, as well as the world’s first waterproof, shockproof and freezeproof compact interchangeable lens camera, the Nikon 1 AW1 (when using the new Fiber Optic Cable Adapter). Waterproof up to 100m (approximately 328.1 ft.), the SB-N10 will help illuminate difficult to shoot underwater shooting scenarios with elegance and precision.
Price and Availability
Available in May 2014, the Nikon 1 J4, kitted with the 1 NIKKOR 10-30mm f/3.5-5.6 PD-Zoom lens, will be available in Black, White, Silver and Orange for a suggested retail price (SRP) of $649.95*, while a kit with the 1 NIKKOR 10-100mm f/4.0-5.6 VR lens will also be available for $849.95* SRP. Additionally, a Two Lens Kit including the 1 NIKKOR 10-30mm f/3.5-5.6 PD-Zoom lens and 1 NIKKOR VR 30-110mm f/3.8-5.6 lens will be available for $1,049.95* SRP.
Available in June 2014, the Nikon 1 S2, kitted with the 1 NIKKOR 11-27.5mm f/3.5-5.6 lens, will be available in Black, White, Red and Yellow for $449.95* SRP, while a Two Lens Kit including the 1 NIKKOR 11-27.5mm f/3.5-5.6 lens and 1 NIKKOR VR 30-110mm f/3.8-5.6 lens will also be available for $699.95* SRP. The WP-N3 Waterproof Case, SB-N10 Speedlight and Fiber Optic Cable Adapter will be available in May 2014 with final pricing to be determined.
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