Here’s the latest ultra-zoom digital camera from Olympus, the SP-610UZ. This lightweight camera features a 14-megapixel image sensor, a 22x optical zoom lens, a 3.0-inch 230K LCD screen, an SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot, a USB 2.0 port, an HDMI port and 720p HD video recording capabilities. The Olympus SP-610UZ will go on sale in February 2011 for $229.99. [Olympus]
A new point-and-shoot camera from Olympus has just entered the market. Known as the VR-310, this compact camera packs a 14-megapixel image sensor, a 24mm wide-angle lens, a 10x optical zoom lens, a 3.0-inch 230K LCD display, an SD/SDHC card slot, a USB 2.0 port and has the ability to capture 720p HD video at 30fps. The VR-310 is available now for $179.99. [Olympus]
The EX-H30 is the newest compact superzoom camera from Casio. This travel-friendly camera features a 16.1-megapixel CCD image sensor, a 24mm wide-angle lens, a 12.5x optical zoom lens, a 3-inch high-resolution 460K Super Clear LCD screen, an SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot, an HDMI interface and 720p HD video recording capabilities. The Casio EX-H30 will go on sale in March 2011 for $249.99. [Press Release]
Pentax has collaborated with Nanoblock to release the special edition Optio RS1000. This 14-megapixel compact digital camera comes jam packed with a studded building-block faceplate design, a wide-angle lens, a 4x optical zoom and a 3-inch LCD screen. The Pentax Optio NB1000 also records video in HD resolution. If you are interested, you can buy this unique camera for $265.90 (VAT included). [Product Page]
Swann Security has proudly introduced the SportsCam Waterproof Mini Video Camera, which is housed in a rugged waterproof case and comes with a myriad of mounting options. The mini camera/ DVR combo can record 640 x 480 high resolution video or crystal clear still images. The device stores recorded videos and photos on a removable microSD card (up to 16GB), so you can easily swap out cards while on-the-go. For your info, a 16GB microSD card is enough to capture approximately 5 hours of video. The SportsCam is powered by a Lithium-ion battery that can be recharged via a USB port. Priced at just $99 each, Swann’s SportsCam will be demonstrated at CES 2011. [AVING]
Here is a leaked picture of the Olympus E-PL2. This Micro Four Thirds camera comes equipped with a close up spotlight that will definitely come in handy whenever you want to shoot a macro shot. Additional specifications of the Olympus E-PL2 include the possibility of a new 14-42mm f/3.5 – 5.6 kit lens, a “direct movie” button, a high-resolution 3-inch LCD display and an optional Bluetooth connectivity. Stay tuned for more updates. [Ubergizmo]
Here’s the latest firmware update ‘version 1.01′ for Nikon D7000 DSLR camera. The update provides the following improvements:
