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The AF-S DX Micro-Nikkor 85mm f/3.5G ED VR was Nikon's first macro-lens designed specifically for DX-bodies. And it's only the second macro lens that offers image-stabilization following its larger cousin, the AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor 105mm f/2.8G IF-ED. As an AF-S model, it'll autofocus on any Nikon body, but again it's only optically-corrected for DX-format DSLRs. |
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Lightweight, extremely portable and yet relatively robust, the MKC3-H01 is undoubtedly a quality bit of kit. Built to support up to 1.5kg, it’ll easily cope with anything from an advanced compact to a compact system camera to a mid-weight DSLR and lens. If you’re looking for a tripod that won’t weigh you down for use in calm conditions then the MKC3-H01 ticks all the right boxes. |
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The Panasonic Lumix GX1 is an excellent enthusiast-level compact system camera that offers plenty of flexibility and customisation options in a small and stylish package. On top of this, build quality is excellent and image quality rarely disappoints. Overall, it’s a camera we have no hesitation in heartily recommending. If the £750 asking price for the GX1 and Lumix 'X' 14-42mm powered zoom package reviewed here puts it out of your price range then bear in mind that the GX1 can also be purchased with a standard 14-42mm kit zoom for around £200 less. |
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Vallatóra fogtuk a Nikon felső kategóriás makró objektívét, mely közelkép korrekcióval és optikai stabilizátorral is rendelkezik. Az 1:1 leképezési arányú makró optikát APS-C szenzoros géppel próbáltuk ki.
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Nikon's entry into the mirrorless interchangeable lens market late last year was widely anticipated, but the products that were finally announced took a lot of people by surprise. Nikon has created an entirely new system based around a relatively small sensor, that's about 30% of the size of those used in the company's DX-format SLRs. The system is spearheaded by two cameras - the Nikon 1 J1 and 1 V1. The J1 is the entry-level model, and the V1 is aimed at a slightly more advanced user, but both cameras are intended essentially for beginners upgrading from compact cameras or cameraphones, and who find the size and complexity of a DSLR intimidating. |
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Samsung continues to impress us with its digital camera output. The NX200 builds quite significantly on the strengths of its predecessor to deliver punchy images bursting with detail. While the NX200’s higher than average resolution is likely to remain the headline-grabbing spec, the real selling point is overall image quality, which is undoubtedly a match for many DSLRs costing more money. Ergonomics, while sharp, clean and modern, could be a little more hand-friendly though. That said, if you’re looking for an APS-C equipped compact system camera then the NX200 delivers enough to warrant a place on your shortlist. |
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We test the Yasuhara Nanoha x5 macro lens designed for ultra close up shooting with Micro 4/3rds cameras. |
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The Canon PowerShot SX40 HS has a 35x optical zoom lens, full HD video recording and high-speed shooting, Daniel Bell gives us his opinion. |
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Gary Wolstenholme gives us his verdict on the Nikon AF-S DX 10-24mm f/3.5-4.5G ED lens. |
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The AF-S DX Micro-Nikkor 40mm f/2.8G is the most affordable macro lens for Nikon's range of DX format DSLRs, and as an AF-S model, it'll autofocus on any Nikon body. Yes you read this right: it's even cheaper than any lens capable of 1:1 magnification from Sigma or Tamron. If you think that doesn't bode well for the performance of this little lens read on: there's a pleasant surprise waiting for you! |
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In medias res: előre kell bocsátanunk, hogy bár nagyon szerettük volna, nem sikerült cikkünkhöz egy G12 PowerShotot szereznünk; még a Canon magyarországi képviselete is kifogyott a sajtópéldányokból. Ennek szerencsére túl nagy jelentősége nincs, csupán a méretkülönbségek szemléltetése végett lett volna érdekes pár fénykép a gépegyüttesről. Részletes tesztünk a G12-ről itt olvasható (érdemes lehet mostani írásunkkal párhuzamosan megnyitni). |
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Peter Bargh takes the Giottos MTL9351B Professional Aluminium Tripod with MH5011 three way head out in the field for a thorough ePHOTOzine test. |
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Kipróbáltuk a FourThirds rendszer egyik legolcsóbb objektívjét, amely többnyire a kit-ek fő alkotóeleme. A 14-42 mm-es alapzoom nem rendelkezik kiemelkedő tulajdonságokkal, építési minősége mégis példás lehet más gyártók felé is. |
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CES 2012: We took the new Samsung WB150F for a drive in the country and have posted sample photos and video. |
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The Fujifilm X-Pro1 is the company's first mirror-less interchangeable lens camera (ILC). Externally it shares the classic retro-styling of the earlier X10 and X100, but like those cameras features cutting-edge technology within. |
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The Samsung WB150F is a truly versatile compact camera that packs in a useful 18x zoom, manual controls and some genuinely useful Wi-Fi features. |
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Canon's latest advanced compact has a sensor six times the size of the nearest model in the PowerShot range and with a 4x optical, 28-112mm lens and equal or better low light performance, is this the perfect portable snapper? We go hands-on to find out. |
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There are versions for both the iPad and iPhone of the Photo FX Ultra app from Tiffen, Daniel Bell puts it to the test. |
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The Fujifilm X-Pro1 not only promises to carve out a distinct position in the premium camera category, but it also promises to reward X-Series loyalists with a camera system that surpasses their expectations. |
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The Canon PowerShot G1 X is a compact camera with a large sensor, 4x zoom, optical viewfinder and articulated screen packed into a metal body. Announced in January 2012, the G1 X joins the PowerShot G series, but rather than replacing the existing G12, it's positioned as a new premium model - because while the body is immediately identifiable as a member of the G-series, the sensor inside is closer to what you'd find in a DSLR or ILC. |
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Nikon has finally released an update to its four-and-a-half year old D3 and while the D4 doesn't make many radical design changes, it has managed to improve on the D3 in pretty much every aspect. This full-frame DSLR is aimed squarely at professional sports and news photographers but those looking to use a DSLR to shoot movies won't be disappointed either. |
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Joshua Waller takes a closer look at the new Canon Powershot G1 X with large CMOS sensor. |
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We take a first look at these ultra compact cameras with impressive optical zoom from Canon. |
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For 2012, Canon U.S.A. has unveiled two new PowerShot ELPH series point-and-shoot cameras, along with a new flagship PowerShot G-series model. The G1 X will be positioned for advanced amateurs and professionals looking for a walk-around point-and-shoot model and offers a large 1.5-inch 14.3-megapixel CMOS image sensor and an updated 4x (28-112mm equivalent) optical zoom lens. This new sensor is 6.3 times larger than the sensor used on previous G-series cameras, like the PowerShot G12, and rests between micro Four Thirds and APS-C sensors for size comparison; 18.7x14mm, similar height as an APS-C sensor and same surface area. Canon also claims that they have used the same CMOS technology in the G1 X as found in their EOS line of dSLRs. |
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Canon's PowerShot ELPH 110 HS is one of two newly announced ELPH series cameras, along with the ELPH 520 HS. The 110 HS is $50 less expensive than the 520 HS, and boasts a larger 16.1-megapixel High-Sensitivity CMOS image sensor, more body color choices, and a wider 24mm lens. However, the 110 HS only has a 5x optical zoom (compared to the 520's 12x). |
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Canon's PowerShot ELPH 110 HS is one of two newly announced ELPH series cameras, along with the ELPH 520 HS. The 110 HS is $50 less expensive than the 520 HS, and boasts a larger 16.1-megapixel High-Sensitivity CMOS image sensor, more body color choices, and a wider 24mm lens. However, the 110 HS only has a 5x optical zoom (compared to the 520's 12x). |
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Canon's ELPH series of PowerShot camera just got two more models, the ELPH 520 HS (featured here) and the ELPH 110 HS. HS stands for High Sensitivity, thanks to Canon's state of the art DIGIC 5 image processor and, on the 510 HS, a 10.1 megapixel High-Sensitivity CMOS image sensor. This translates into sharper pictures in low light scenarios (ISO up to 3200) as well as faster start up and auto focus timing. the DIGIC 5 also helps this camera's full resolution High-Speed Burst mode achieve 6.8 frames per second. |
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Panasonic has announced two new SZ-series cameras, including the LUMIX DMC-SZ1 and DMC-SZ7. In terms of features and performance, the two cameras are quite similar, including a 25mm ultra-wide angle LIECA DC VARIO-ELMAR lens with a 10x optical zoom, a 3.0" Intelligent LCD screen, two brand new shooting modes (Miniature Effect for a tilt-shift effect, and Panorama Shot for snapping vertical or horizontal panoramas), Creative Retouch mode (with six filters), Auto Retouch mode, iA mode (see a full list below), and USB battery recharging in addition to the standard AC adapter. |
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Panasonic's SZ-series just added two new models to its lineup. First up, we have the LUMIX DMC-S7, which exclusively features a 14.1 megapixel MOS sensor, 1080i HD video recording, Light Speed Auto Focus (focus in 0.1seconds), 3D photo mode, and three extra iA (Intelligent Auto) modes, including High Dynamic Range, Handheld Nightshot and Motion Deblur. The only potential drawback for this camera versus the presumably more affordable SZ1 is the SZ7's lack of body color choices. |
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Panasonic has announced the LUMIX DMC-S2, the latest addition to its compact, affordable S-series cameras. It features a 14.1 megapixel CCD image sensor capture light through a 28mm wide angle lens with a 4x optical zoom. Panasonic's digital Intelligent Zoom doubles that capability to 8x. The Venus Engine image processor enables quick "Sonic Speed" Auto Focus as well as Intelligent Auto modes for those who would rather let the camera choose optimal settings. The good news is that you get built-in Optical Image Stabilization, ISO controls, scene selector for different shooting conditions, and face detection. |
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Panasonic just announced two new additions to its super-slim FH-series LUMIX cameras, the DMC-FH6 and DMC-FH8. While official pricing won't be announced until 30 days prior to release (also still a mystery), the presumably more affordable FH6 features many of the same conveniences as the FH8, including a 24mm wide angle lens with a 5x optical zoom and 10x iA Zoom (digital zoom). Panasonic's proprietary Venus Engine image processor is the brains behind the operation, allowing for the camera to be slimmer and faster. |
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The Panasonic LUMIX DMC-FH8 is one of two new FH-series cameras announced at CES today. Though the FH6 is slightly more compact and more than likely cheaper, the FH8 boasts a variety of upgrades over its sibling digicam, most notably a larger 16-megapixel CCD Sensor (vs. 14.1), a 3.0" LCD screen (vs. 2.7"), 720p HD video recording in MPEG-4 (vs. Motion JPEG), three more color options, and two additional iA and Effect modes: 1) AF Tracking for keeping up with fast moving subjects, and 2) Miniature Effect, for an in-camera tilt-shift effect. |
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FujiFilm has finally joined the EVIL market with their first mirrorless Electronic Viewfinder Interchangeable Lens camera; the X-Pro1. This new X-series camera builds off of their already popular line of prosumer offerings like the X100, X10, and X-S1, but takes the game to a new level with powerful features along with the versatility of an interchangeable lens system. |
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Olympus has announced a sub-$200 ultra zoom dSLR-styled point-and-shoot camera, the SP-620UZ. If bold, crisp imagery is something you enjoy, this 620UZ's 16.0 megapixel 1/2.3" CC and 21x optical zoom will help you be apart of all the action, near or far, macro or landscape. And if the 25mm wide angle lens isn't wide enough for your, use the camera's Panorama Mode to create even wider shots, all of which are visible on the camera's large 3.0" LCD viewing screen. |
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The Olympus SZ-12 is a budget friendly Super Zoom camera that will retail for less than $200 -- in your choice of silver, black, or red. Designed to fit snugly into your hand thanks to its "Smart Grip" aluminum body design, this stylish camera boasts a whopping 24x optical zoom, which is the 35mm equivalent of 25-600mm. There's also a Telephoto Macro setting so that you can use the lens not only for long distances, but for tiny objects. The Dual Image Stabilization is a must have safeguard when at full zoom.
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If you're the adventurous type, or a little tough on your digital cameras, but still a price-conscious bargain hunter, then Olympus' new TOUGH series camera, the TG-320 may be worth considering for your next digicam. Shockproof up to 5 foot tumbles, Freezeproof down to 14 degrees F, Waterpoof down to 10 feet, and Dustproof, the TG-320 has a 14 megapixel CCD image sensor capable of shooting crystal clear 720p HD video in a variety of dusty and water-logged environments. The 3.6x optical zoom (28-102mm in 35mm equivalence) works underwater as does the built-in 3D mode. |
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Wow, the newly announced sub-$100 Olympus VG-160 is thin. 19.3mm thin to be exact. And yet, despite being able to fit in palm and pocket alike, the 160 has a host of advanced auto features to help photographers young and old find his or her way. |
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Olympus has announced the latest in its V-Series line of compact, point-and-shoot digital still cameras, the VR-340. The highlight is the 10x optical zoom lens, which is 35mm-equivalent to a 24-240mm lens. Combined with AF Tracking mode, you'll be able to capture wide visits as well as distant action shots of moving targets. The camera's 16 megapixel CCD image sensor is also capable of recording 720p HD video. |
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When Fujifilm announced its FinePix X100 retro-styled large-sensor compact at Photokina 2010, it captured the imagination of serious photographers in a way the company seemed not to have quite anticipated. The X100's combination of 'traditional' dial-based handling and outstanding image quality brought widespread plaudits, making it something of a cult classic despite its undeniable flaws. The subsequent addition to the range of the X10 compact, with its bright, manually-controlled zoom lens, has cemented Fujifilm's resurgence as a brand worthy of serious attention. |
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Anyone watching the emergence of mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras will have spent much of the last year patiently waiting for Canon and Nikon to show their hands. Nikon clearly decided such cameras didn't need large sensors, and now it appears Canon has concluded they don't need interchangeable lenses. Both these moves make sense for companies wanting dedicated photographers to keep buying DSLRs, but Canon's approach is likely to be of more interest to those enthusiasts. |
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Updated 13/01/12: CES 2012: We go hands-on with the new Fujifilm X-Pro1 mirrorless camera and three new prime lenses. |
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The Nikon D4 is the company's new flagship professional sports DSLR. Announced in January 2012, it replaces the D3s with upgrades in resolution, movie capabilities, AF performance, metering and connectivity. The previous D3s was optimised for speed and sold alongside the externally-similar, but higher resolution D3x for those who demanded the maximum detail. It's currently unknown if there'll be a high-res D4x to accompany the D4, but a torrent of rumours and leaks suggests the next high resolution full-frame body from Nikon will be the upcoming D800. |
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Joshua Waller goes hands on with the new Nikon D4 Digital SLR - the new flagship model in Nikon's range. |
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The GE J1470s is a compact 14 megapixel camera with a 7x optical zoom lens and a built in USB socket meaning you never need to worry about whether you brought the cable or not. Find out how it performs in our review. |
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For 2012, Nikon has introduced their new Flagship dSLR; the D4. This camera just oozes with professional class features that multimedia photogs need and demand. Nikon claims that this camera has been "designed to emphasize rapid response and seamless operation to help professional photographers consistently capture incredible content.", and from looking over the specifications, we can see how they can make such claims. |
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Like its predecessor, the Nikon D4 looks as if it’s going to be an incredibly impressive camera. Nikon has looked to its professional user-base and tried to work out what it needed to add or adjust on a camera that just a couple of years ago represented the best they were capable of. The result is a camera with few big changes but a extensive series of small improvements. |
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Designed to replace and exceed 2009's GR Digital III, Rioch has announced the all new GR Digital IV camera. It features a 10 megapixel, 1/1.7-inch CCD image sensor, a fixed lens (a 35mm equivalent to 28mm), a 3.0-inch VGA LCD display (with 1.2 million pixels, it's 1.7 times brighter than the GRD III), and the upgraded GR ENGINE IV image processor, which makes the camera faster and the pictures more accurate. |
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