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Fujifilm FinePix JX530

Mark Peters
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Thursday 28th, January 2010
Posted by: Mark Peters

Fujifilm will soon release a new series of FinePix cameras and adds a new JX-model to the existing assortment. Our source provided detailed information about the upcoming Fujifilm FinePix JX530 camera. The Fujifilm JX530 is packed with interesting features and is aimed at consumers who want to have a entry-level camera but without losing any quality. The core of the Fuji FinePix JX530 is a 14 Megapixel image sensor and a wide-angle 5x optical zoom lens. Its compact size makes you slip the JX530 camera into your pocket or bay and take it wherever you go. To bad the Fujifilm FinePix JX530 is not offering the effective Dual Image stabilization technique but instead only a digital version.

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2

Posted by: Mark Peters Thursday 28th, January 2010

Panasonic introduces the new Lumix DMC-TS2, a successor to the first rugged digital camera designed for active outdoor use, the Lumix DMC-TS1. Featuring High Definition video recording capability, in the AVCHD Lite format, the new 14.1-megapixel Lumix TS2 further strengthens its toughness when compared to its predecessor and is waterproof to 33 feet (10m), shockproof to 10 feet (2m), freezeproof to 14° F (-10° C) and dustproof. With its enhanced toughness, The Panasonic Lumix TS2 features an airtight body protected against water immersion, dust and sand. The new model is waterproof to a depth of 33 feet and dustproof, which can be attributed to its rubber padding and reinforced glass and carbon inside the camera.

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3

Posted by: Dennis Hissink Thursday 28th, January 2010

Panasonic announces the Lumix DMC-ZR3, a new fully featured digital camera complete with AVCHD Lite High Defintion (HD) video recording capabilities, a 25mm ultra-wide-angle Leica lens and a powerful 8x optical zoom - giving consumers a wide-range of shooting options, yet in a slim body that is small enough to fit in a pocket or small purse. New to the ZR-Series this year, Panasonic also introduces Intelligent Zoom, which extends the Lumix ZR3’s zoom to an impressive 10x. The Panasonic DMC-ZR3’s incredible 8x optical zoom is not found on many conventional point-and-shoot cameras, especially ones that are approximately 1-inch thick. With a powerful zoom, users will be thrilled with the close-up shots they are able to take.

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7

Posted by: Ilse Jurrien Thursday 28th, January 2010

Panasonic introduces the Lumix DMC-ZS7, the newest member of the super zoom ZS-Series digital cameras. Complete with its hallmark 25mm ultra-wide-angle Leica lens and a powerful 12x optical zoom (operable in video recording mode), this 12.1-megapixel powerhouse performer, also includes a new built-in GPS feature that embeds photos and videos with the latitude and longitude location details, a useful feature when using an online photo-sharing website. The Panasonic Lumix ZS7 is also the world’s smallest photo/video hybrid superzoom digital camera, which can also record High Definition (HD) video using the recording capability in AVCHD Lite, which includes a dedicated video record button and new to the ZS-Series is a manual shooting mode.

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX66

Posted by: Dennis Hissink Thursday 28th, January 2010

Panasonic introduces the new 14 megapixel Lumix DMC-FX66 to the slim and stylish FX series. The Panasonic image processing technology “Intelligent Resolution” is incorporated in the Venus Engine VI for FX66. By detecting the signals whether they are at edges of the subjects, they compose detailed texture or just a soft gradation first and give appropriate enhancement to the edges and textured areas respectively. Unlike the uniform enhancement of sharpness, it is possible to perform the optimum signal processing to give a whole image outstandingly natural clearness with fine details. This technology is integrated in iA mode making it possible to offer best automatic setting according to the scene.

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZX3

Posted by: Mark Peters Thursday 28th, January 2010

Panasonic introduces the Lumix DMC-ZX3 camera featuring powerful zoom with a remarkably slim and compact body. Newly added is an AVCHD Lite movie recording function to make the versatile camera even truly “hybrid”. The new image processing technology “Intelligent Resolution” is incorporated in the Venus Engine HD II for ZX3. By detecting the signals whether they are at edges of the subjects, they compose detailed texture or just a soft gradation first and give appropriate enhancement to the edges and textured areas respectively. Unlike the uniform enhancement of sharpness, it is possible to perform the optimum signal processing to give a whole image outstandingly natural clearness with fine detail.

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Although the digital camera has become quite common, the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas shows that especially in this segment, where quality is an important factor for the user, a lot of innovation still takes place. The digital SLR camera features a traditional construction, however, thanks to the development of Micro Four Thirds, we find the market changing. And as often is the case, it is precisely the non-traditional camera manufacturers that have managed to create a new camera segment, which is expected to conquer a large market share. High-quality digital photography has become accessible to everyone. Compact cameras, digital SLR cameras and Micro Four Thirds System cameras are available for the novice amateur photographer, and come with an affordable price tag, while the professional version of the digital camera is the optimal tool for the professional. The digital camera still leaves room for further development; CES 2010 exhibits the latest cameras.