Olympus PEN E-PM1 High quality lenses like a DSLR

Olympus PEN series' compact digicams just got three more new models. The most affordable, and smallest in the series, is E-PEN PM 1, which will be available in six stylish colors (purple, pink, brown, white, silver, and black). PEN idea behind the whole series that they are both compact (such as point and shoot), but features fast, high-quality interchangeable lenses (like a DSLR). All cameras in this series will feature 12.3 Megapixel Live MOS image sensor, a TruePic VI Image Processor, Dust Reduction System, 3.0 "LCD screen (460K pixels), and high ISO 12,800 capability. Olympus PEN E-PM1 High quality lenses like a DSLR.

Autofocus in E-PM 1 FAST System is handled by Olympus' (Frequency Acceleration Sensor Technology) Tracking Autofocus, which uses 35 separate focal point to find a sharp, clear focus, and quickly in any situation. Art Filters, which can be applied in combination with up to 10 on the camera while shooting, will vary per model (not all the features of each camera filter), but may include Diorama, Pop Art, Soft Focus, Pale & Light Colour, Light Tone, rough film, Pin Hole, Cross process, Soft Sepia, Dramatic tone, Starlight, and the White Edge. Another similarity between the models in this line is the built-in collection of Olympus' Art Filters "to help customize the look of images without the need for after-the fact-photo editing software.

This camera is the lightest and smallest of the PEN series. But do not be Fooled by its small size, as it can capture 12-megapixel photos and 720p HD video. Dual core image processing engines help everyday people capture brilliant images in any lighting situation. And while there is no built-in flash (you can buy one That fits into the camera's hot shoe) the EPM-1 is capable of Achieving an ISO of 12.800. On the back is a 3-inch 460k dot LCD screen, the which lets you choose from a variety of options including a 3D mode, 23-scene modes and an iAuto That mode picks the best settings for the scene.

Olympus PEN E-PL3 Features Include:

• Three body color choices: purple, pink, brown, white, silver, and black
• 12.3-Megapixel Live MOS image sensor 
• Micro Four-Thirds lens mount system
• TruePic VI Image Processing Engine
• FAST (Frequency Acceleration Sensor Technology) Autofocus System
• Olympus System Supersonic Wave Filter Dust Reduction System
• iAuto (intelligent), Program AE, Aperture/Shutter Priority, Full Manual, and Custom exposure control
• In-Camera Art Filters (applicable to both still and HD video)
• Customizable Aspect Ratios
• In-camera image editing options
• A 3.0 inch (460K) LCD screen
• 1080/60i AVCHD or AVI with Dolby Digital Sound Recording
• 3D Photo Mode (saved as a .MPO file)
• Auto ISO sensitivity from 200 - 12800
• SDHC/SDXC/UHS-1 card slot
• A newly designed Graphical User Interface
• 3 custom buttons for assignment of favorite functions
• Compatible with MSC (Movie & Still Compatibility) lenses

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Canon EOS-1D the latest generation with an amazing excess

EOS-1D Model X replaces the EOS-1D Mark IV and EOS-1Ds Mark III camera. It is based on full-frame CMOS image sensor with 18.1 MP resolution, equipped with ultrasonic dust-removal system. Image processing carried out with two new DIGIC 5 + processors. Each of these is an improved version of DIGIC 5, which can already be found in other Canon cameras. Canon's EOS-1D is the first professional digital SLR from Canon since the EOS-D2000 (introduced in March 1998 which was a collaborative effort with Kodak, also known as the Kodak DCS 520). Indeed, the EOS-1D is the first all Canon professional digital SLR. Canon themselves admit that after the EOS-D2000 they were caught dragging their heels somewhat when Nikon released the D1 but believe that they are coming back strong with the 4 megapixel 8 fps EOS-1D.

Shutter and mirror X EOS-1D incorporates a newly developed shutter durability rating of 400,000 cycles, compared with 300,000 for the EOS-1D Mark IV. New coated carbon fiber shutter blades, which are lighter and promises to be tougher than the previous 1-series shutters, contributing to higher rates duty cycle. A low-vibration shutter motor has made its way into the camera as well.

X-1D EOS 1-series is Canon's first to feature the first electronic curtain. He came to live in a living fashion Silent View Shooting, and allowing maximum stability of the camera in situations where high magnification lens (supertelephoto or microscope, for example) and slow shutter speeds used. As the name suggests, the CMOS sensor itself, not the shutter mechanism, starting the exposure, thus eliminating the vibration that may be derived from the initial movement of the shutter. His body is made of magnesium alloy, protected from dust and moisture. As part of the EOS series, this camera is compatible with their respective lenses, flashes and other accessories for the EOS cameras. Sales will begin next March. Approximate price of the new Canon EOS-1D X is $ 6800.

Canon EOS-1D major features summary

• Professional EOS Digital SLR
• Magnesium body, environmentally sealed, based on EOS-1V
• Integrated battery compartment / vertical hand grip
• 4.48 megapixel CCD sensor (primary colour filter)
• Focal length multiplier: 1.3x
• Output image size: 2464 x 1648 or 1232 x 824
• JPEG (Fine/Normal), RAW (12-bit)
• Simultaneous RAW+JPEG mode (saves RAW plus either Full size or Half size JPEG)
• Maximum burst speed of 8 fps for up to 21 JPEG frames or 16 RAW frames
• Option to also record a JPEG file when shooting RAW
• ISO 200 - 1600 in 1/3 stop steps, ISO 100 or 3200 available from a custom function
• ISO sensitivity bracketing
• Same 45-point AF as EOS-1V
• Response time similar to the EOS-1V - 57 ms shutter release and 87 ms viewfinder blackout
• Evaluative, Partial, Center-weighted, Spot and Multi-spot metering
• Shutter speed range: Bulb, 30 - 1/16,000 sec (1/500 sec flash X-sync)
• Aperture range: F91 - F1
• Noise reduction can be enabled for exposures 1/15 sec or slower
• IEEE 1394 (Firewire) connectivity
• CF Type I or II (inc. IBM Microdrive)
• Hybrid Auto White balance combines external white balance sensor and main CCD
• White balance bracketing
• Up to three parameter sets: tone (gamma) curve, sharpening, JPEG compression ratio
• Selectable 'colour matrix' settings define colour space (sRGB / Adobe RGB) and balance
• 21 custom functions, 25 personal functions, which can be stored into 'function groups'
• Bracketing of exposure (shutter / aperture), white balance and ISO sensitivity
• Voice annotation capability (built-in microphone)
• Illuminated status LCD's
• Cropped viewfinder (to enable compatibility with EOS-1V focusing screens)
• Supplied RAW conversion application (TWAIN), supplied remote capture software
• Double battery charger

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Ricoh CX4 comes with improved image stabilization

After so long not launch a product, in this week's Ricoh will release a new camera. which will be named CX4, a follow up from the previous generation CX3. This version offers a list of comparable specification - 10.8x optical zoom, wide angle lens 28-300mm, 3-inch LCD with 920,000 dot resolution - but offer improved image stabilization with a 3-fold. It is also capable of capturing 720p video and has a bevy of creative filters.

There are some significant differences between CX3 and CX4, but you have to look pretty hard to find them. They include the addition of subject-tracking autofocus mode, some extra modes and Creative Effects "Night Scenery multi-shot" to the scene mode menu, and sensor-shift image stabilization system has been repaired. In a highly competitive market that is easy to see why the camera companies would want to keep their products up to date. Many of the latest travel camera has added features such as high-quality lens, stereo audio recording or a built-in GPS tracking with map can be viewed and landmark database, but it seems that with the Ricoh CX4 has launched a new model to add just a few pretty trivial feature to the menu, something that other manufacturers may have been done with a firmware update.

Full Specifications :

• Megapixels: 10 MP
• ISO Range: 100 - 3,200
• Macro Distance: 0.39 inches
• Optical Zoom: 10 x
• Digital Zoom: 4 x
• Shutter Speed: 8 seconds - 1/2000 seconds
• Continuous Shooting Speed: 5 frames per second
• Built-In Image Stabilizer?: Yes
• Face Detection?: Yes
• Red-Eye Reduction?: Yes
• Internal Memory: 86MB
• Storage Media Supported: SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card
• LCD Screen Size: 3 inches
• Battery Type: Li-ion Rechargable Pack
• Battery Life: 330 shots
• File Formats Supported: AVI, JPEG
• Scene Modes: 21 modes
• Weight: 7.25 ounces
• Size: 3.9 x 2.3 x 1.1 inches
• Colors: Black, Pink, Silver

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Sony DSC HX9V camera with G Lens and 3D Sweep Panorama capabilities

Sony DSC HX9V Cyber-shot camera is the journey-zoom feature-packed, offering a 16x, 24-384mm zoom lens, 16.2 megapixel Exmor R back-illuminated CMOS sensor, built-in GPS tracking complete with compass, full 1080p video high definition recording with stereo sound and HDMI output and 3D panoramas and 3D Sweep Still. Another key feature of the well-appointed Sony HX9V including panoramas Intelligent Sweep, which now includes a 42.9-megapixel high resolution mode, 3-inch LCD screen with 921,000-dot, 10fps burst shooting mode at full resolution, ISO range 100-3200, Optical SteadyShot with Active mode, the camera cuts back and forth while you're shooting handheld HD video, plus Intelligent Auto, Program, and full manual shooting modes, and support for both Memory Stick PRO Duo and Secure Digital cards.

Sony DSC HX9V camera with G lens and 3D sweep panorama capabilities. DSC-HX9V is Sony's second tour-zoom camera, HX5 following last year's model. Travel-zoom lens is now usually offer at least 10x or greater in a compact body that you can still fit inside a pocket, with some models of upping the ante with a 16x lens. Sony DSC-HX9V join the party by extending the 16x optical lens with f/3.3 maximum apertures at the respectable 24mm wide-angle settings and f/5.9 at full telephoto 384mm setting.

HX9V lens is a real joy to use, with a 16x zoom in such a small package makes this camera very easy to adapt, with everything from ultra-wide landscapes to candid portraits remotely accessible. Wide angle 24mm focal length gives an entirely new perspective can only enhance your creativity. You will not want to go back to zoom "standard" 35mm after using a 24mm lens on the DSC-HX9V, or even a 28mm - 4mm at the wide angle end really makes a big difference.

Even when set to 384mm, the lens does not extend too far from the front HX9V, so it looks for all intents and purposes like a camera "normal" compact. The combination of aperture f/3.3, effective optical image stabilizer and a maximum speed of ISO 3200 make this camera suitable for hand-held low light photography. Sony has equipped with dual image stabilization mechanism in the form of both optical SteadyShot and ISO range that extends up to ISO 3200. If not quite class-leading, it's better than you'll find the average point-and-shoot. Note that you can not really turn off the SteadyShot function.

Pressing the mode button the drive with two options, single or burst, with high, continuous selection of mid and low speeds then available in the menu system. Of this amount, high-speed continuous mode is the most remarkable. The HX9V take up to 10 full resolution images at 10 frames per second frankly shocking, which is faster than most compact cameras, and indeed most of the DSLRs as well. Fly only in the ointment is that once burst finish, it takes more than fifteen seconds for the camera to clear the buffer, where you can not take another picture. In the other two continuous shooting modes, HX9V Sony also takes up to 10 images, but at slower speeds of 5 or 2 frames per second.

The bottom HX9V Sony features the standard metal screw thread for attaching to a tripod which is now more conveniently located in the middle. A plastic cover protects the lithium-ion batteries and a removable memory card, with HX9V supports SD / SDHC Pro in addition to its own format to Sony's Memory Stick Duo. There is also not feasible 11MB of internal memory to fall back on that can store nine full-resolution still images. HX9V right side has a small metal eyelet for the wrist strap provided and also an HDMI port under a sturdy plastic cover, while there are no controls on the left side (looking from behind).

Sony DSC HX9V Feature Highlights

• 16.1 Megapixel Back-illuminated “Exmor R” CMOS Image Sensor
• 3.0-inch XtraFine LCD display
• Compact camera with 16x optical zoom
• Full HD 1080/60p
• Backlight Correction HDR
• 3D still image and 3D panorama
• High resolution iSweep Panorama mode
• Hi-speed Linear Focus
• Background Defocus
• Superior Auto Mode
• Optical SteadyShot image stabilization
• Soft Skin Mode
• Natural Flash
• HDMI output
• Smile Shutter technology
• Face Detection technology
• Motion Detection
• Anti-blink Function
• Compatible with PC and Mac Systems
• Includes Sony PMB (Picture Motion Browser) Software ver. 5.5
• Includes Sony PMB Portable software

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HTC Explorer (Pico) Android generation at affordable prices

HTC officially announced the new budget smartphone Explorer (Pico). HTC Explorer (Pico) Android generation at affordable prices, contents of the new budget is 600 MHz CPU (based on the MSM7227 single-chip system Qulacomm). It features a 3.2 "screen with a resolution of 480 x 320 pixels, 512 MB ​​of RAM and behind the camera with a resolution of 3.15 megapixels. Among the other equipment it has a slot for microSD memory cards, GPS satellite navigation module, a wireless adapter Wi-Fi 802.11 b / g / n and Bluetooth 3.0 and 1230 mAh battery. the new gadgets will be powered by the Android OS 2.3.5 and will have a 3.5 UI Reason made ​​by HTC.

HTC Explorer Android-based 23. (Gingerbread) OS, Snapdragon MSM7227 600MHz CPU, 3.2-inch HVGA (320 × 480 pixels) display, 384 MB RAM and 512 MB ​​ROM. HTC 3.5 for sensing the better. A 5.0 Mega Pixel camera auto focus broken intelligence, geo tagging, face detection. Memory expandable up to 32 GB. Some other features like JAVA, Bluetooth GPS, 3G, Wi-Fi.

HTC HTC Smart Explorer will replace, and will be just below the smartphone and the corresponding S Wildfire Wildfire HTC products. Dimensions smartphone is 57.2 x 102.8 x 12.9 mm and weight - 108 grams. The device will be sold in Europe and Asia, Africa and the Middle East in the fourth quarter, the price will be lower than the Wildfire S, but more than the HTC Smart; somewhere around $ 200.

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E1649FWU AOC USB monitor Requires Zero Power

Laptop design with limited screen real estate boasts. Well if you update a spreadsheet or word doc nailing, but not if you try to complete the design work in Photoshop. Sure, you could just stay home and sit in front of you dual 30-inch LED monitor, but what fun is that when you can head to the local coffee shop with the latest monitor AOC 16-inch LED portable.


The e1649fwu does not require an external power source because it draws power from your computer's USB connector, which also provides a video feed. Standing a built-in rotating to accommodate the portrait or landscape mode. The screen itself has a resolution of 1366 × 768, 50,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, 5ms response time and 250 cd/m2 brightness. Not too shabby for a portable monitor that does not run directly off the grid.

However, no more than 2.1 pounds weight of boys and measures 1.4-inches thick, so it would be like carrying around a laptop is another ultra-lightweight, very fair considering all the heavy 17-inch laptop is almost two times the total weight of two devices combined.

AOC e1649FWU Transportable USB Keep track of Specs :

* Panel Kind: LED
* Widescreen 16:09
* Display Size: 15.6 “w
* Viewable Image Size: 395 mm
* Brightness (normal): 250cd
* Contrast ratio (typical): 50,000,000:one
* Response Time: 5ms
* Max. Resolution: 1366 × 768 @ 60Hz
* Signal Input: one USB
* HDCP Compatible: No
* Specific Capabilities: USB Powered

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Raider 4G Android HTC with1.5GHz dual core and LTE

 HTC has presented 4G Raider in the South Korean market, which is the fastest smartphone from HTC, running the Android OS 2.3.

The new heart device is a dual-core processor, clocked at 1.5 GHz. Showing 1 GB of RAM and 16 GB of flash memory on the disposal of customers. This smartphone has a 4.5 "touch screen -. QHD resolution display (960 x 540 pixels), panel type - IPS.

Features and full Specifications of HTC Raider 4G CDMA cell phone :

Display : It is inbuilt with 4.5 large touchscreen which has features like Accelerometer sensor for UI auto-rotate, Multi-touch input method, Proximity sensor for auto turn-off, HTC Sense UI and Touch-sensitive controls. The display has 16M colors and 540 x 960 pixels.

Camera : With its 8 Mega Pixel camera users can capture High Definition videos (1080p) and crystal clear snaps. Camera has 3264×2448 pixels resolution and features like autofocus, dual-LED flash and Geo-tagging. It also allows to enjoy video calling with its 1.3 MP camera located at front side.

Sound : Phone is inbuilt with MP4/H.264/H.263 and MP3/WAV/eAAC+ media player, FM Radio, Loudspeaker, 3.5 mm jack connecter, WAV ringtones etc.

Memory : HTC Raider 4G comes with huge internal memory to store bulk amount of songs, videos, movies, images and other type of data. Phone also has microSD memory card slot to put external memory, it is capable to support up to 32GB external memory.

Connectivity : It has connectivity features like 3G which is capable to access high speed internet up to 3.1 Mbps while surfing web, and other connectivity features like v3.0 Bluetooth with A2DP, Wi-Fi and microUSB v2.0 also it has. GPRS and EDGE are not available in this device.

Social Apps : Phone is fully loaded with many Google’s apps and other apps too, such apps are Google Search, Maps, Gmail, YouTube, Calendar, Google Talk, Picasa, Twitter, Facebook, MySpace and many more. This apps will always keep updated with latest new and also allows to share images, videos, texts, do chat etc.

The other features of HTC Raider 4G are Document viewer (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PDF), GPS, SMS(threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Email, IM, Games, Java MIDP emulator, Organizer, HTML Browser and many more.

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Pentax Optio RZ18 Compact with 18x Optical Zoom

While the standard point and shoots optical zoom will suffice in most scenarios, it can be a major crux when it comes to capturing shots of your favorite animal while on safari. To solve this problem Pentax is launching the Optio RZ18.

This point and shoot camera boasts a comparable footprint and form factor to that of cameras in the same class, but includes a massive 18x optical zoom. That’s the equivalent of a 25-450mm lens.

It also rocks a 16 megapixel sensor, but falls short in the video department, capping out at 720p at 30fps. After that it’s your usual garden variety camera, including a 9-point auto focus, optical image stabilization, face detection, automatic shooting modes such as Auto Picture and scene modes for taking the “guessing” out of “great photography.” A creative special effects filter rounds out the in camera modes, while a 4cm macro mode handles the closeups. And lastly, there is a 3-inch LCD with a 460k dot resolution.

Specifications Pentax Optio RZ18 :
• The image sensor: 1 / 2, 33-inch type CCD
• Effective pixels: 16 megapixels
• Lens: smc PENTAX zoom lens 4.5 mm - 81.0 mm (equivalent to 25mm lens - 450 mm on a 35mm format camera)
• Optical zoom: 18x
• Digital zoom: 7.2 x
• Optical Image Stabilizer: Multiple PENTAX Shake Reduction (SR)
• Monitor screen: LCD size 3-inch TFT 460,000 dots resolution
• Shutter speed: 1 / 2000 sec - 1 / 4 sec
• ISO Sensitivity: Auto: 80-1600, Digital SR (80-6400) (ISO 3200-6400 5M), Manual: 80-6400
• Ability to record video: HD 720p @ 30fps
• Interface: Ports USB 2.0 hi-speed, AV out Video out: NTSC, PAL
• Storage media: Internal memory (up to 96MB), external memory (SD / SDHC / SDXC)

The Optio RZ18 will be available in black, pearl white or metallic orange for $299.95 in October.

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LG Optimus 3D the real incredible gadget

The LG Optimus 3D is a beast, there is no doubting that. showcase of superior speed and power, made possibly by LG's World's 1st "tri-dual" configuration: a Dual Core, Dual Channel, Dual Memory architecture based on the groundbreaking. TI OMAP4 chipset. This configuration enables users to enjoy significantly improved performance and run-time compared to any other smartphone. Unlike other dual-core smartphones, with single channel and single memory, the LG Optimus 3D enables the simultaneous and thus faster transfer of data between its dual core and dual memory.

Last year we were talking about 3D TVs and this year, it seems, 3D is fighting its way into other devices. We’re yet to really see people proclaiming that 3D is essential so it remains somewhat niche in its appeal, but for how long? The LG Optimus 3D was an early entry into the 3D mobile phone market - we first saw it back in February - but it’s only just coming to market, and has a new rival in the guise of the HTC Evo 3D. But is this novelty value with no substance, or is it a revolutionary device in 3D content creation and consumption?

Flip the Optimus 3D over and you’ll see what sets this phone apart from the rest of the phone world. Around back you have two lenses, each offering 5-megapixels. This adds one dimension to the 3D name, the other comes from the lenticular display on the front. This means you’ll get glasses-free 3D from it, opening the door for the consumption of 3D content.

Let’s set the record straight right from the off: the LG Optimus 3D offers 3D features, it isn’t entirely 3D. You get a regular 2D experience for the majority of the time, with 3D swinging in when you want it. Making phone calls, browsing the Internet, running Voice Search - all these things are in 2D as normal. 3D is available for photos, video and gaming as we’ll detail below.

If you’re looking for an entertainment device, then the Optimus 3D may just fit the bill. Before we get to 3D content, it’s worth pointing out that the Optimus 3D is a great 2D device. The inclusion of a micro HDMI opens the door for playing back your HD content on the big screen, essentially mirroring the screen. Switching to 3D will change the output to side-by-side for your TV to convert back into 3D if you also have a 3D TV.

Specification LG Optimus 3D P920 :
OS Android OS, v2.2 (Froyo), upgradable to v2.3
CPU Dual-core 1GHz ARM Cortex-A9 proccessor, PowerVR SGX540 GPU, TI OMAP4430 chipset

Camera :
Primary Dual 5 MP, 2560х1920 pixels, autofocus, LED flash
Features Stereoscopic photos & videos; geo-tagging
Video Yes, 1080p@30fps (2D), 720p@30fps (3D)
Secondary Yes

Memory :
Internal 8 GB storage, 512 MB RAM
Card slot microSD, up to 32GB
Phonebook Practically unlimited entries and fields, Photocall
Call records Practically unlimited

Network :
2G Network GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Network HSDPA 900 / 1900 / 2100
HSDPA 1700 / 2100 / 850
GPRS Class 10 (4+1/3+2 slots), 32 – 48 kbps
EDGE Class 10, 236.8 kbps
3G HSDPA 14.4Mbps, HSUPA 5.76Mbps
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, Wi-Fi hotspot
Bluetooth Yes, v3.0 with A2DP, EDR
Infrared port No
USB Yes, microUSB v2.0

Display :
Dimensions 128.8 x 68 x 11.9 mm
Weight 168 g
Type 3D LCD capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
Size 480 x 800 pixels, 4.3 inches
- LG 3D UI
- Accelerometer sensor for UI auto-rotate
- Proximity sensor for auto turn-off
- Gyro sensor
- Touch-sensitive controls

Sound :
Alert types Vibration, MP3 ringtones
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes

Features :
Messaging SMS (threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Email, IM
Browser HTML
Radio No
Games Yes + downloadable
Colors Black
GPS Yes, with A-GPS support
Java Yes, via Java MIDP emulator
- SNS integration
- Digital compass
- HDMI port
- Google Search, Maps, Gmail
- Digital compass
- YouTube, Google Talk
- MP4/DivX/XviD/H.264/H.263/WMV player
- 1080p@24fps (2D), 720@30fps (3D) playback
- MP3/WAV/WMA/eAAC+ player
- Document viewer/editor
- Organizer
- Full Flash 10.1 support
- Voice memo/dial/commands
- Predictive text input

Battery :
Standard battery, Li-Ion 1500 mAh
Stand-by Up to 100 h
Talk time Up to 4 h

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