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Canon EOS 650D

Canon has announced a new DSLR in its entry-level lineup with a number of exciting features. The new Canon EOS 650D/Rebel T4i is the first Canon EOS model ever to feature a dual AF system and to offer touchscreen capability. Featuring an 18MP hybrid CMOS sensor, a 9-point AF sensor, a 3:2 flip-out 1.04m dot screen are all familiar features from the 600D; but each of these features has been significantly up-scaled with fine and very interesting details that make the 650D so interesting, while giving us a look about Canon’s view of the future.

Moreover, the 650D is packed with an ultra fast Digic 5 14-bit processor - a feature commonly found in Canon’s more expensive models; this enables maximum continuous shooting rate of 5fps. The 650D allows you to make full HD 1080p video recordings while maintaining constant autofocus tracking allowing for sharper stills.

Sensitivity has also been pushed in the Canon 650D/Rebel T4i featuring a native range of ISO 100-12,800, which can be extended to ISO 25,600. Moreover, a new 3” vari-angle ClearView LCD II touch-screen supports simple multi-touch gestures such as pinching and swiping from image to image in playback just like your iPhone. Additionally, you can select AF points in Live View Mode for tracking faces and objects, and refine image settings using Quick Control.

Canon EOS 650D / Rebel T4i key features

18MP APS-C ‘Hybrid CMOS’ sensor
Phase detection AF from imaging sensor for Live View and Video
Continuous autofocus in movie mode with subject tracking
14-bit DIGIC 5 processor
ISO 100-12800 standard, 25600 expanded
5 fps continuous shooting
9 point AF system, all sensors cross type, central sensor F2.8 (from 60D)
63 zone iFCL metering
1080p30 video recording, stereo sound with internal or external mics
1.04m dot 3:2 touch-sensitive vari-angle ClearView II LCD (capacitative type, multi-touch support)

The Canon EOS 650D will be available as of June 15, 2012 at a retail price of £800 GBP (approximately $1,240 USD) in the UK and €950 in Europe with a standard kit lens EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II lens.

source: Digital Photography Review

Posted 1 year ago

Canon PowerShot D20

Canon has released their updated waterproof PowerShot camera - the Canon PowerShot D20. The new PowerShot D20 seems to a bit more reserved designwise compared to its former PowerShot D10. The D20 is the toughest rugged compact camera to date, boasting a waterproof, shock-proof and freezeproof chassis. The Canon PowerShot D20 will shoot 1080p HD video underwater, has a 5x optical zoom lens, GPS and new shooting modes. The Canon PowerShot D20 is expected to ship in this May at an estimated retail price of USD $349.99.

Specifications

Waterproof down to 33-feet
Shock-proof up to 5-feet
Freeze-proof down to 14-degrees Fahrenheit
Easy-to-access button enables users to switch from normal photo mode to snow or underwater mode, even with gloves on
Built-in underwater macro mode
Wind reduction technology in video mode
12.1-megapixel high-sensitivity CMOS sensor and DIGIC 4 image processor
1080p Full HD video recording
5x optical zoom lens
3.0-inch LCD screen
GPS capabilities allowing users to track their locations and tag each photo with latitude, longitude and elevation information
Intelligent Image Stabilization (IS)

source: Canon

Posted 1 year ago

Canon PowerShot G1 X

Continuing to revolutionize the digital camera market Canon has introduced the a new flagship PowerShot model - the PowerShot G1 X. The revolutionary compact PowerShot G1 X camera will feature a 1.5-inch, 14.3-megapixel CMOS sensor, the largest sensor to date for a PowerShot model, delivering approximately nine times more light sensitivity and helping to produce amazing depth-of-field and high-quality images in tough low-light conditions. The compact camera with the largest CMOS sensor to date is designed to produce DSLR levels of image quality and control in a highly portable metal body.

On-chip noise reduction ensures images are clear, even at high ISO speeds, while a 4-channel read-out provides high speed image capture – ensuring fast, responsive performance in all conditions. The Canon PowerShot G1 X camera has a bright, large 3.0-inch vari-angle LCD with 922,000 dots of resolution providing photographers with the highest quality available in a point-and-shoot. The inclusion of the Mode Dial on the top of the camera and the Front Dial helps provide more intuitive control of the camera.

The estimated selling price of the Canon PowerShot G1 X camera is USD $799.99 and is scheduled to be available in February. Following is a list of some of the specs of the Canon PowerShot G1 X:

System: Large 14.3 MP CMOS, DIGIC 5, HS System
Zoom: Compact 4x zoom; Intelligent IS
LCD: 7.5 cm (3.0″) vari-angle LCD; OVF
Control: Full Manual, RAW, DPP
HD: Full HD, HDMI

Image copyrights | source: Canon Press Release

Posted 1 year ago

LEGOtron Mark I | Cary Norton

LEGO’s are among our favorite design items, and while most of us are happy creating spaceships and cars with LEGO bricks, Alabama-based photographer Cary Norton decided create a 127mm f4.7 camera made entirely from everyone’s favorite colorful bricks! The LEGOtron, Mark I is roughly 7″ x 6.5″ x 7″ and has a focus range of about 18 inches to 3 feet.

Norton explains the technical details of the camera on his website:

“The main parts are a Main box, internal box, film holder/ground glass slot, lens board, lens. The lens is a 127mm ƒ4.7, and the lens board is two Plates deep and fits perfectly in the slot I built for it (though, I cut it down to one plate in the center to actually mount the lens). Focus is achieved by sliding the internal box forward and backward. …The ground glass is just plexi, sanded with various fine grits. It’s held in place by a film holder that previously had light leaks, but now has the aluminum center cut out. The fit is tight and I ran a line of liquid nails too, just in case.”

Image Credits: Legotron Mark I, Cary Norton | (C) Cary Norton

Image Credits: Ashley Johnson, of A Bryan Photo | taken with Legotron Mark I

Image Credits: Stephanie, our friend Joshua helping brew beer (as well as drinking one), and Joshua and Kristin’s kids.| taken with Legotron Mark I

source: Cary Norton

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Canon EOS 1D-X

Undoubtedly, the Canon EOS 1D-X is one of the most impressive DSLR cameras to date, Canon made news moments ago with its release. The EOS 1D-X is the latest in the company’s professional range of DSLRs replaces both the sports-orientated 1D series and the high-resolution, studio-focused 1DS range of cameras. As is usual for upgrades in this class of camera, the changes are incremental and subtle but aim to raise the bar of what is possible.

Additionally, Canon created the 1D-X with a new sensor - an 18MP full-frame CMOS chip capable of shooting at 12 frames per second. An ISO rating goes from 100 to 51200 and can be expanded to an impressive 204,800. The 1D X also incorporates a new 61-point Auto Focus system as well as software configuration tools akin to those on the 7D model. Internally, the EOS 1D-X features three DIGIC processors, including Dual DIGIC 5+ image processors that maintain the ability to deliver 17 times more processing speed than the previous DIGIC 4. D dedicated DIGIC 4 processor remains integrated for metering and AF control.

The design of the body has undergone some changes too; the 1D-X closely resembles previous 1D cameras, but a closer look reveals a series of changes. For instance the addition of a second joystick on the rear of the camera, ensures all functions remain available when using the portrait orientation grip. The camera also features twin buttons next to the lens, in either orientation. These are customizable, allowing you to access features such as the electronic level gauge or jump to registered AF point. Beyond this, the camera gains a direct live view button, a ‘Q’ button to jump to the ‘Quick’ function menu, and has had its flash exposure compensation button re-dedicated as a customizable function button.

Dual Card Slots incorporated are to the approval of many professional photographers providing a means to carry only one memory card format and achieve instant image back ups while providing a significant boost in storage capacity. Photographers are also granted the ability to join their 1D-X to a LAN network via a built-in Gigabit Ethernet Jack. The Canon EOS 1D-X is set to make its debut in March 2012, and is expected to arrive with a price tag of USD $6,800.

Image Credits: Canon EOS 1D-X | (C) Canon

source: Canon USA, DPReview

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The Brand-versations Series

Graphic designer Stefan Asafti has created a very interesting project titled ‘The Greatest Brandverstions’. “This is a project about brands - the great brands of the modern world - which have build quite a history for themselves as the years went by.”

“There have always existed disputes among the competing parties, divergent opinions, while the fans of each brand were convinced that theirs was the best product. Last, but not least, the rivals have even conducted ad campaigns against the competing brands. This project mostly approaches the visual “conversations” between the company logos and the ways that they influence each other, hence the name of the project, Brandversations. It is a parallel between the modern and the old, some of the slogans dating back to the 40s and 50s.”

Image Credits: The Brand-versations Series | (C)Stefan Asafti

Image Credits: The Brand-versations Series | (C) Stefan Asafti

source: Behance

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Canon PowerShot S100

Succeeding S90and S95 Canon ushered in a new era of point-and-shoot cameras, where a pocketable camera offers control and quality almost equal to a DSLR is the updated and upgraded S100. The newest model in this line, continues the trend: the sensor gets a bump from 10-megapixel to 12.1, a 24-120mm F2.0 lens, and built-in GPS (so you know where your photos are taken!). Additionally, it features a new processor (claimed to be faster, more accurate in low light, and with better color reproduction), the ISO and video resolution have improved. The Canon S100 comes in black and silver colorways.

Image Credits: Canon S100 // (C) Canon

source: Canon

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Canon x Mark Mouse I

Canon cleverly combines a 10-digit calculator, wireless laser mouse, and numerical data entry tool for your PC or Mac, this innovative 3-in-1 calculator is a stylish addition to the home or office. Canon X Mark I Mouse Lite, features a number pad and calculator. Compatible with both Windows and Mac software, the mouse might be slightly larger in size but would be perfect for anyone dealing with numbers on a daily basis. Quoted to cost USD$60, the double AA battery mouse will be in markets mid August to September 2011.

Image credits »> Canon X MARK I MOUSE /// (C) CANON

source: canon

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