Velbon Ultra Rexi L

The new Velbon Ultra Rexi L tripod measures at only 36cm long when folded, but provides a full-size extended height of 153cm and a maximum load capacity of 4kg. Weighing at only 1.3kg, the Velbon Ultra Rexi L features a magnesium alloy collar construction and multi-angle legs that is useful for macro photography. The tripod is also compatible with the Velbon PHD-64Q, QHD-61Q and FHD-61Q tripod heads. Each purchase of the Ultra Rexi L comes equipped with a case. If you are interested, you can buy the Velbon Ultra Rexi L for £149.99 ($245). [PhotographyBLOG]

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Canon Introduces Two PL-Mount Digital Cine Zoom Lenses

Canon USA today introduced two advanced-design PL-mount lenses that address the emerging 4K production standards. Known as the Canon FK14.5-60 wide-angle cine zoom and the Canon FK30-300 telephoto cine zoom, these precision-matched lenses adopt breakthrough Canon optical designs that simultaneously optimize and enhance multiple imaging attributes while minimizing optical aberrations and distortions. Both lenses are also more compact and lightweight than contemporary PL-mount lenses and both feature a totally new Canon optical design that virtually eliminates focus breathing. No word on pricing at this moment. [Canon]

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Fujifilm To Release FinePix X200 And X300 Digital Cameras

According to rumors, Fujifilm will launch the FinePix X200 and X300 digital cameras. The Fujifilm Fixepix X200 is actually a point-and-shoot version of the Finepix X100, while the Fujifilm FinePix X300 is a pro version with interchangeable lenses. The Fujifilm X200 will go on sale in the Fall 2011, and the Fujifilm X300 will be released in 2012. Unfortunately, there is no official confirmation from the company at this moment. [Slashgear]

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Casio Exilim Astro Boy Edition

Casio has rolled out the Exilim EX-S200 Astro Boy Edition in Japan in order to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the classic character. The special edition camera features a 14-megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor, a 27mm lens with a 4x optical zoom and a 2.7-inch (480 x 320) LCD display. The camera also has special icons and frames inspired by the famous Manga character, as well as a special edition pouch. The Casio Exilim EX-S200 Astro Boy Edition retails for around $440. [Image-acquire]

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Fujifilm FinePix Z900EXR 16MP Point-And-Shoot Camera

Fujifilm is set to unleash another point-and-shoot camera into the market. Known as the FinePix Z900EXR, this compact camera sports a 16-megapixel BSI (Backside Illumination) CMOS sensor, a 28mm wide-angle lens, a 5x optical zoom lens, a 3.5-inch wide multi-touch LCD display, a 64MB of internal memory, an SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot, a USB 2.0 port, an HDMI port and 1080p Full HD video recording capabilities at 30fps. The Fujifilm FinePix Z900EXR will start shipping in May for about $280. [Fujifilm]

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Sony PMW-F3L Super 35mm Full HD Compact Camcorder Available For Pre-Order At B&H

Sony’s newest super 35mm Full HD compact camcorder ‘PMW-F3L’ is now available for pre-order via B&H online store. Priced at $13,300, this compact camcorder is equipped with a super 35mm Exmor CMOS image sensor, a 3.5-inch Hybrid-type 16:9 color LCD monitor, an ExpressCard/34 (x2) memory card slot, an HDMI port and 1080p Full HD video recording capabilities. [Product Page]

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Magpix IR-101 Midnight/Shot IR Night Vision Camera

The Magpix IR-101 is a compact digital camera that takes pictures in complete darkness as easily as it shoots full-color shots in daylight. This IR night vision camera has an infrared sensor that captures monochrome images in the dark from nine feet away. The Magpix IR-101 features an 5MP image sensor that captures 2,560 x 1,920 pictures and 640 x 480 videos, an 8X digital zoom, a 3-inch LCD display and an SD card slot (up to 8GB). Its rechargeable lithium battery provides enough power for up to 500 shots from a 5-hour charge. [Random Good Stuff]

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