Polaroid PIC 1000
From Polaroid: Supported by a strategic relationship with Summit Global Group, a longtime Polaroid partner, and The Impossible Project, the manufacturer of classic film for Polaroid film cameras, Polaroid will offer a completely redesigned, modern version of the Polaroid OneStep camera, the PIC 1000. The PIC 1000 will be available in a range of fun colors and use classic Polaroid Color 600 Instant Film to produce the brand’s classic white border instant pictures. The Polaroid Color 600 Instant Film will work with both classic and new Polaroid cameras and will be offered in packs of 10 pictures. The new classic PIC 1000 camera and instant color film will be available at national retailers in 2010.
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PENTAX K-x DSLR
Pentax has announced an entry-level digital SLR, the K-x which will be available in a few dazzling colors. The camera will feature HD video, a 12.4 megapixel CMOS sensor and a “Live View” function. The K-x will be able to capture widescreen HD 720p video and 24fps and 2.7 inch LCD with autofocus. Due out in October in black, white, red and navy blue.
Hassleblad H4D-60 and H4D-50
Hassleblad has announced the launch of two new additions to their line of medium format DSLR cameras. The H4D-60 will feature True Focus with Absolute Position Lock (APL), which makes auto focus much easier and accurate for professional photographers. The H4D-50 will replace the H3DII-50 and be available in the first quarter of 2010. The H4D-60 will be available in November.
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Custom Built Cameras by Leica – Leica à la Carte
The ever-popular Leica camera returns, this time in fully customizable form–so customizable it’s practically made-to-measure. Leica à la carte is available through an online Configurator, a user can choose between the Leica MP or Leica M7, and then delve deeper into over four thousand technical and styling choices. In additional to a myriad of technical selections, options get as in-depth as the lens cap color, leather trim, viewfinder frame-lines, controls, and personalized engraving. So though every shot might not be perfection, the camera will be available at Leica.
DORYU 2-16 Pistol Camera
A video camera for your inner Jack Bauer. The DORYU 2-16 uses the same C-mount found on a 16mm camera with a mounted Cine-Nikkor 25mm F1.4 lens. Believe it or not, this is an actual Japanese police issue camera that is very rare to find. One lucky guy that actually owns this piece of equipment, and it is Japan’s Dr. Ryu Koakimoto.
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Leica S2 DSLR Camera
Not made for the amateur photographer, Leica, a brand famous for their cameras, will release its S2 DSLR camera in October for the price tag of approximately $23,000 (just for the body). The S2 features a 37.5 megapixel, 30×45mm sensor and a sapphire glass monitor. It’s also significantly smaller than other high end camera’s in its class, which makes for better maneuverability and flexibility without sacrificing the quality of picture. To view sample pictures with the S2 DSLR by fashion photographer Robert Grischek, check out the Leica S Camera System website here.
Panasonic Lumix Digicams
Panasonic has announced its plans to release three of their latest LUMIX digital cameras this coming September. Up first is the FZ35, a model that closely resembles a DSLR, and will come equipped with an 18x zoom, high definition (HD) video recording and a powerful 27mm wide-angle. Designed with style in mind, the FP8 comes equipped with functions like high speed auto-focus and 4.6x zoom wrapped into a “fashionable” design. The third camera is the pocketable ZR1, which has an 8x zoom and what Panasonic calls the world’s first 0.3 this aspherical lens that enables the camera to offer a decent optical zoom without ending up huge.
All three cameras will feature a 12.1 megapixel sensor, optical image stabilization and face recognition.
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Olympus EP-1
The E-P1 is the worlds smallest 12.3 megapixel camera. It features an old school body similar to the original version from 1959. This camera is an all media device since it sports an audio recorder (WAV files), HD video recorder all in one pocket sized body. The lens mount diameter has been reduced to let you use interchangeable lens & Live & advanced control functions are viewable on its 3 inch LCD screen.
The E-P1 can switch scene modes when it notices your shooting intent & features six built in Art-Filters (for both pictures & video). The multi mode Image Stabilization compensates for up to four shutter speeds. Images are scanned both vertically and horizontally for clear & sharp movies/pictures. Olympus includes their patented Supersonic Wave Filter to remove dust particles from the image sensor via vibration, all particles are stored on an adhesive membrane. What can’t this thing do?
Nikon Coolpix Series Design by Nikolay Komarov
Over at the drawing boards at Nikon are a couple of concepts for the tried and true Coolpix series. The Neo Classic model looks to combine digital photography technology with old school camera aesthetics with its leather trim and silver polished body. Great for the retro lover in all of us. The Good Grip with its parallelogram shaped body, chrome center, and black trim brings in a classic futuristic look. The innovation with the Good Grip comes in the form of a new and improved user interface. For example instead of dimensions delivered to the user in pixels they will be delivered in cm or inches. Another speculated feature is the digital interface with analogue buttons (no more jog wheels) and big icons instead of multilevel nested menus. Keep your eye out for these revamps in the near future.
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Nikon D5000
Camera lovers the world around have been a buzz about this DSLR gem when Nikon annoucned its release of the D5000 camera earlier this week. With a 12.3 megapixel sensor and up to 3200 ISO you can expect superb picture quality and with 4 fps bursts you can expect lots of them. The D5000 sports 19 scene modes, 11 point auto focus, and 3D focus tracking making for nothing but easy shooting for any occassion that arises. In the back Nikon has given us a 2.7″ articulating display with one touch Live View. This articulating display will come in handy for those tough to reach shots (i.e. up skirt shots). Last but not least, 720p movie mode. No longer will you have to choose to be a Flickr’ing guru or the next youTube sensation, the Nikon D5000 can give you it all. Expect to pay $849 for body and 18-55mm VR lens or $729 for body alone.
