Samsung HMX-F90 Camcorder with 52X Optical Zoom in Germany

Samsung has announced a new camcorder for the German market. Slated to go on sale in January 2013, the HMX-F90 is a simple camcorder that can record video to up to 720p resolution at 30fps and features a f1.8 5MP CMOS sensor with 52X optical zoom and 70X Intelli zoom support.

The Samsung camcorder comes with a 2.7-inch LCD screen and various other features like time-lapse, background music, one touch share button.

Price of Samsung HMX-F90 Camcorder is not yet announced.

Monday, December 03, 2012  Chetankumar Chandak  

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Fujifilm FinePix XP170

Fujifilm has recently come up with a rugged waterproof camera. Fujifilm FinePix XP170 is a waterproof camera upto 33 feet (10m) resistance. Not only waterproof but XP170 is also a shockproof upto 6.6 feet (2m), and freezeproof uto -10°C. Fujifilm XP170 sports a 14-megapixel stabilized CMOS sensor for high resolution images, and it shoots through a 28-140mm equivalent lens with a maximum aperture of just f/3.9.

One of the amazing feature of Fujifilm FinePix XP170 is that it has "Wireless Image Transfer". Yes, you are reading it right, with this you can wirelessly connect the camera to your Apple device or an Android mobile or tablet using FUJIFILM Photo Receiver app, and beam the images to that directly before sending them on to websites and emails. Earlier this feature was seen in Z100EXR.

Other than this Fujifilm FinePix XP170 has playback functions such as Face Detection, Photobook assist, Image Search, Erase selected frames, Slide show, Auto red-eye removal, Protect, Crop, Resize, Image rotate, Mark for upload, Multi-frame playback (with microthumbnail), Favorite, Panorama and Movie edit.

Fujifilm FinePix XP170 Price is about $279.95.

Fujifilm FinePix XP170 Specifications:

• Image Sensor: 14.4 Mega Pixels CMOS Sensor
• Optical Zoom: 5x
• Shockproof To 2m
• Waterproof To 10m
• Freezeproof To 10°C
• Dust/Sandproof
• Wireless Image Transfer
• Full HD 1080p Movie Recording
• Underwater Movie Mode
• ISO Range From 100 to 3200
• Micro HDMI Connection
• 80/160/240 fps High Speed Movie
• Max 12 Frames (3/5/10 fps) Continuous Shooting
• 2.7″ Inch LCD With Anti-Reflection Coating
• Double Look For the Battery Chamber Cover
• 28-140mm Equivalent to a 35mm Camera With Water Repellent Coating
• Fujifilm FinePix XP170 Colors: Orange And Blue

Wednesday, May 09, 2012  Chetankumar Chandak  

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Samsung NX210 Review Specs Price

Samsung has come up with its new digital camera-Samsung NX210. This camera is part of Samsung’s award-winning NX series camera. As like the NX20 Digital Camera, NX210 camera also features a 20.3-megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor which helps you to click out the high quality images having a rich color and detail. Samsung NX210 is Wi-Fi ready, and helps you to quickly share your pictures with your friends and family in a second. Apart from these, the device also carries many of the other enhanced features such as the device has been fully compatible with the Samsung NX series’ unique i-Function system.

Samsung NX210 digital camera easily captures professional quality images and shares them in an instant via WiFi connectivity straight from the camera. Samsung NX210 has been designed to satisfy the ambitions of users of all abilities, whether an experienced professional or someone just looking to trade-up from their point-and-shoot. Samsung NX210 follows the NX’s design heritage, with a premium metallic finish. Like its predecessor the Samsung NX200, the NX210 also offers a 3.0” AMOLED display for viewing images and Full HD movies in brilliant resolution. With easy access to Wi-Fi functions, the Samsung NX210 allows quick sharing with friends and family, whilst with Samsung Mobile Link users can show off their best images on phones and tablets, or on the big screen with TV Link connecting the Samsung NX210 wirelessly to internet-enabled TVs.

Samsung NX210 Digital Camera is equipped with a 20.3 megapixels APS-C CMOS sensor which measures 23.5 x 15.7mm. In addition to the above discussed features this camera is facilitated with 3x (18-55mm) Zoom Lens and carries an Aperture range of f/3.5-5.6 while the ISO Sensitivity BEING Auto, 100-12800. It has a Shutter Speed of 30 – 1/8000 sec and is offered with built-in Flash, i-Function System, Wi-Fi connectivity, etc. Samsung NX210 features super-fast 8 frames per second capabilities providing a simple yet sophisticated way to capture images in total focus. The ultra-high speed Auto Focus (AF) that can rival almost any system camera is a core component of the system. The result is a fast and precise AF System that captures life’s fleeting moments.

Samsung NX210 also features Panorama and 3D Panorama, allowing the whole story to be told in one complete picture. With the Smart Panel featured on the Samsung NX210, settings and features can be easily accessed and applied, making creative photography easier than ever. All above these, Samsung NX210 is enabled with various other features such as Samsung’s i-Function technology, Super-sonic dust reduction, Create 3D images (regular or panoramic), Full HD 1080p Stereo Video Capture, etc. It has the ability to capture or shoot full HD 1920 x 1080 pixels video at 30p and records 720p (1280 x 720) at 60 fps. The Autofocus features are as Contrast Detect (sensor), Multi-area, Selective single-point, Single, Continuous, Face Detection and Live View.

Samsung NX210 camera also have been featured with 2D/3D Panorama, High Speed 8.0 fps Capture, SEF-8A flash (GN8) mounts, supports SD (up to 128GB), SDHC (up to 128GB), SDXC (up to 128GB), HDMI D (Micro), USB 2.0 (out). Besides, the device is accorded with certain other enhanced features such as 10 Smart Filters, 12 included Magic Frames, Selective Color Function, Smart Panel (access features and menus with ease), Samsung Mobile Link, 9 NX-series lenses available, Panorama / 3D Panorama and TV Link.

This Samsung Wi-Fi enabled camera is offered with USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec), HDMI, Built-in Wi-Fi and a Remote control (Optional SR2NX02). It is empowered with a Lithium-Ion BC1030 battery which comes with a charger and ensures a Battery Life (CIPA) of 330 and measures 4.6 x 2.5 x 1.4″ / 11.68 x 6.35 x 3.56 cm of dimension. The Samsung NX210 camera will be available starting from May 2012 onwards with a suggested retail price of $900 USD which is about €700 Euro.

Samsung NX210

Samsung NX210 camera Specifications:

Body type	Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor
Max resolution	5472 x 3648
Other resolutions	5472 x 3080, 3888 x 2592, 3712 x 2088, 3648 x 3648, 2976 x 1984, 2944 x 1656, 2736 x 1824, 2640 x 2640, 2000 x 2000, 1920 x 1080, 1728 x 1152, 1024 x 1024
Image ratio w:h	1:1, 3:2, 16:9
Effective pixels	20.3 megapixels
Sensor photo detectors	21.6 megapixels
Sensor size	APS-C (23.5 x 15.7 mm)
Sensor type	CMOS
Image
ISO	Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400, 12800
White balance presets	8
Custom white balance	Yes (1)
Image stabilization	No
Uncompressed format	RAW
JPEG quality levels	Normal, Fine, Superfine
Optics & Focus
Autofocus	Contrast Detect (sensor)
	Multi-area
	Selective single-point
	Single
	Continuous
	Face Detection
	Live View
Digital zoom	Yes (1.2x, 1.4, 1.7, 2.0 Intelli-Zoom)
Manual focus	Yes
Number of focus points	15
Lens mount	Samsung NX mount
Focal length multiplier	1.5×
Screen / viewfinder
Articulated LCD	Fixed
Screen size	3"
Screen dots	6,14,000
Touch screen	No
Screen type	Active Matrix OLED screen
Live view	Yes
Viewfinder type	None
Photography features
Minimum shutter speed	30 sec
Maximum shutter speed	1/4000 sec
Aperture priority	Yes
Shutter priority	Yes
Manual exposure mode	Yes
Subject / scene modes	Yes
Built-in flash	No
External flash	Yes (via Hot-shoe with bundled SEF8A or optional SEF-42A, SEF220A )
Flash modes	Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual
Continuous drive	Yes (8, 3 fps)
Self-timer	Yes (2 sec to 30 sec)
Metering modes	Multi
	Center-weighted
	Spot
Exposure compensation	±3 EV (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)
AE Bracketing	±3 (3 frames at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps)
WB Bracketing	Yes (3 frames from +/-1 to +/-3 in either blue/amber or magenta/green axis)
Videography features
Format	MPEG-4
	H.264
Microphone	Stereo
Speaker	Mono
Resolutions	1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Videography notes	Multi-motion recording : x0.25 (640, 320 only), x0.5 (1280, 640, 320 only), x5, x10, x20
Storage
Storage types	SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage included	None
Connectivity
USB	USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
HDMI	Yes
Wireless	BuiltIn
Remote control	Yes (Optional SR2NX02)
Physical
Battery	Lithium-Ion BC1030 battery & charger
Battery Life (CIPA)	330
Weight (inc. batteries)	222 g (0.49 lb / 7.83 oz)
Dimensions	117 x 63 x 37 mm (4.61 x 2.48 x 1.46")
Orientation sensor	Yes

Monday, April 23, 2012  Chetankumar Chandak  

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Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 Specifications Price Review

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 is part of Sony’s new Cyber-shot series which will be offering an updated “Exmor R” CMOS sensor with higher pixel count, improved Optical image stabilization, better low light performance, enhanced AF speeds (approximately 0.13 second during the day and 0.25 seconds at night), and more. In short, more high quality - clear and crisp through Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20.

The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 is tough and rugged camera, Sony has made its appearance attractive while designing it. The new camera comes in several dual-color versions and two of the models (green/silver and orange/gray) feature a nice texture.

Sony DSC-TX20 is a rugged camera which is waterproof, dustproof as well as shockproof and this camera has been facilitated for sweep shooting that facilitates the user to sweep, shoot as well as play it all in the stunning 3D panoramic form that too with an easy serving. This new Cyber-shot camera also lets you to enjoy a range of assorted as well as incredible features which are easy to use. Its compact size makes you to it with you everywhere and captures fun with a more fun experience.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 Price is $329.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20 Specifications and Features:

Max resolution	4608 x 3456
Other resolutions	4608 x 2592, 3648 x 2736, 2592 x 1944, 1920 x 1080, 640 x 480
Image ratio w:h	4:3, 16:9
Effective pixels	16.2 megapixels
Sensor photo detectors	16.8 megapixels
Sensor size	1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm)
Sensor type	BSI-CMOS
Processor	BIONZ
Image
ISO	Auto, 125, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200
White balance presets	7
Custom white balance	Yes (1)
Image stabilization	Optical
Image stabilization notes	Optical SteadyShot
Uncompressed format	No
Optics & Focus
Focal length (equiv.)	25 – 100 mm
Optical zoom	4×
Autofocus	Contrast Detect (sensor)
	Multi-area
	Center
	Selective single-point
	Tracking
	Single
	Touch
	Face Detection
Digital zoom	Yes (16)
Manual focus	Yes
Macro focus range	1 cm (.39")
Lens mount	None
Screen / viewfinder
Articulated LCD	Fixed
Screen size	3"
Screen dots	9,21,600
Touch screen	Yes
Screen type	XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD
Live view	Yes
Viewfinder type	None
Photography features
Maximum aperture	F3.5 - F4.6
Minimum shutter speed	4 sec
Maximum shutter speed	1/1600 sec
Aperture priority	No
Shutter priority	No
Manual exposure mode	No
Subject / scene modes	Yes
Built-in flash	Yes
Flash range	3.7 m
External flash	No
Flash modes	Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
Continuous drive	Yes (10 fps)
Self-timer	Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Metering modes	Multi
	Center-weighted
	Spot
Exposure compensation	±2 EV (at 1/3 EV steps)
WB Bracketing	No
Videography features
Format	MPEG-4
	AVCHD
Microphone	Stereo
Speaker	Mono
Resolutions	1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Storage
Storage types	SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Storage included	19 MB
Connectivity
USB	USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
HDMI	Yes (Mini)
Wireless	EyeFi
Remote control	No
Physical
Environmentally sealed	No
Battery	Battery Pack
Battery description	Lithium-Ion NP-BN battery and charger
Battery Life (CIPA)	250
Weight (inc. batteries)	133 g (0.29 lb / 4.69 oz)
Dimensions	96 x 56 x 18 mm (3.78 x 2.2 x .71")
Other features
Orientation sensor	Yes
Timelapse recording	No
GPS	None

Monday, April 02, 2012  Chetankumar Chandak  

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