Firmware 1.2 for Olympus E-5 available for download

Today, an update for the flagship model of the E series has been published. The firmware for the Olympus E-5 is now version1.2. The update improves the cooperation with the optional battery grip dial the HLD-4 with the AF-point selection. The update can be on the Olympus Camera Updater or import directly from the Olympus Service. It should be noted that the update instructions should be adhered to, since firmware updates are always done at your own risk

New Canon Camera: PowerShot SX40 IS and PowerShot S100

For years, Canon PowerShot series have become favor among photographers. These are made especially for serious photographers, after its absence lat year finally Canon presents the new PowerShot S100 as the successor to the successful Canon S95 and Canon PowerShot SX40 IS as the replacement for SX30.

Canon PowerShot S100

The new Canon PowerShot S100 has changed and improved in many ways. The lens 24-120/F2 0.0 to 5, 9, the focal length range extends both upward and downward still, it is at the high initial brightness F2.0, the minimum focus distance is three centimeters. Emphasizes the professional nature of the Canon camera with a newly developed CMOS sensor that is manufactured in-house and uses the same technology as the image sensor in Canon's EOS DSLR cameras. With a form factor of 1 / 1, 7-inch it has the 12-megapixel sensor, the Canon PowerShot S100 's image sensor is about twice the size of normal compact cameras.

The relatively large sensor allows the association with the newly developed image processor DIGIC 5 significantly lower noise images - according to Canon, it reduces the noise compared to the predecessor by up to 75 percent and allows the S100 has a maximum sensitivity of ISO 6,400. Align with your ability to capture RAW is the S100 especially for ambitious photographers, it also offers over 30 motifs and effects programs, and a beginner-friendly automatic motif.

The new sensor allows Full HD video recording at 1,920 x 1,080 pixels resolution, the frame rate is 24 frames. Unlike its predecessor, the optical zoom on the Canon PowerShot S100 can be used for filming, it records sound in stereo. Canon has equipped the digital camera with the addition of a dedicated button for video recording. Significantly, the increased continuous shooting speed, it is now about 2.3 frames / second at full resolution. There is also a new burst-mode, which accommodates eight images at a rate of 9.9 frames per second. To equip the S100 also includes a GPS receiver, it provides on request, with each receiving location coordinates can also record and route patterns.

Little has changed, the compact housing of the Canon PowerShot S100 can also practical lens ring, which among other things, adjust aperture or focal length to keep it. It is also remained in the large 3-inch display, which resolves around 460,000 pixels. Canon has continued to improve the optical image stabilizer. Its new Intelligent IS technology automatically selects seven modes, including modes for macro shots or panning and Powered IS for shooting movies. The digital camera will be available from mid November 2011 in matte black and titanium silver designs.

Canon PowerShot SX40 IS

The super-zoom digital camera Canon PowerShot SX40 IS divides the image processor DIGIC 5 and the new Intelligent-IS technology. So also end the similarities between the two fundamentally different introductions. The SX40 IS introduced as a replacement for the SX30 IS. Their relation to small camera lens covers focal lengths from the gigantic 24-840 millimeters, the light intensity varies between F2, F5 and 7, 6 The Back-Illuminated CMOS sensor in 1 / 2 0.3-inch format solves about 12 megapixels. With the new DIGIC 5 Canon PowerShot SX40 IS provides significantly less image noise than its predecessor.

The new image processor also helps the SX40 to a high continuous shooting speed: Without loss of burst number reached a record rate of 2.4 frames / sec in burst mode. Canon PowerShot SX40 IS captures eight series of images at a rate of up to 10.3 frames / s. The video resolution is up to full HD or 1920 x 1080 pixels; the film sound is recorded in stereo.

Canon PowerShot SX40 IS is equipped with a rotating and swiveling 2.7-inch display with approximately 230,000 pixels. Alternatively, the digital camera has an electronic viewfinder; the resolution falls with approximately 200,000 pixels.

Like the new PowerShot S100, the SX40 IS offers effect over 30 programs, 21 of which can also be used for video recording. Experienced photographers can use the camera either as a semi-automatic or completely manual control.

Canon PowerShot SX40 IS will be available on October 2011 at the price of about $ 450.

Digital camera and cash seized in burglary

Several hundred euros cash and a digital camera captured unknown perpetrator from a nearby apartment in the Putlitzstraße in the southwestern city of Karlsruhe.

Through the front door being forced open with a screwdriver were the burglars on Wednesday between 7.20 und 18.15 clock clock enters the rooms and closets ransacked all there.

To an attempted burglary occurred in the southern zwischen 7.10 und 12.30 clock the same day. However, the perpetrators have failed already at an apartment door in Luisenstrasse used with their burglar tools.

The southwestern city police station leads to further investigations and hopes to secure tracks based on the identification of suspects.

Ricoh GR Digital IV Unveiled

Ricoh GR Digital IV the successor to the Ricoh GR Digital III comes with the 7.5-inch rear-screen. This is a new technology and the first coming at the GR Digital IV. One of the primary colors red, green and blue is joined by a white pixel, making the screen brightness will increase by a factor of 1.7. Also new is an automatic adjustment of the screen brightness to ambient light. Thanks to the optimized lens, so that the focal length of the purely mechanical viewfinder can be adjusted.

Ricoh GR< Digital IV remains at a focal length of 28 mm according at a light intensity of image F1, 9. The CCD image sensor is proven on GR Digital III digital camera and is 1 / 1, 7 inches tall, so promises a similar image quality as the premium compact cameras from other manufacturers. What is new is the movable mounting of the image sensor; mechanical image stabilization is implemented by the sensor moves towards the blurring of the photographer. Up to 3.2 EV steps longer exposure times (factor 9.2) should be possible.

Also new is the hybrid auto focus: top left above the lens, a sensor with 190 measuring points, measuring the distance to the subject. This works together with the contrast detection auto focus on the image sensor. This should result in a doubling of the auto focus speed compared with the GR Digital III, so that the Ricoh GR Digital IV is now to focus within 0.2 seconds. For macro shots, although still only the contrast AF active, the response time reduced by half. The direct way, by pressing the shutter button returns only the external autofocus sensor, the distance data, which can even be displayed on the screen.

Ricoh GR Digital IV: Quality

The picture quality is also improved. These are measures such as more sophisticated optical filter, contributing an optimized image processing, and improved white balance algorithm and a more effective removal of color noise. Another new feature is the multiple-exposure interval. The digital camera takes pictures at specified time intervals and superimposed them automatically to a photo. The image effects such as black and white or cross-development that are available in all exposure modes P / A / S / M to disposal, are joined by two new effects, slide film and Bleach Bypass. The latter decreases the color saturation while increasing contrast. New feature on Ricoh GR Digital IV is the possibility of Bulb-long exposure in the mode T and B. This means that is selectively exposed as long as the shutter button is pressed (B), or starts the exposure at the first press of the shutter and stops at the second (T).

The individualization of the GR Digital IV has also improved: On the two can Fn1 Fn2 and four different preset combinations of functions. The number of memory has also been expanded from six to twelve. The settings are saved on the SD memory card store and exchange ideas with other photographers.

The optional accessories for the GR Digital III are also used at Ricoh GR Digital IV. For example, flash, viewfinder, wide-angle converter, lens hood, cable release, bags, shoulder strap, AC adapter, etc. The new accessories are a leather strap and a metal lens cap, which prevents switching and thus the inadvertent extension of the lens.

The lithium-ion rechargeable battery survives for about 370 shots by CIPA measurement method. Alternatively, two AAA batteries (or rechargeable) can be used, with two alkaline batteries will last for only 25 shots by CIPA.

Ricoh GR Digital IV: Release Date

Ricoh already announces to extend the functionality of the GR Digital IV as well as the previous models using constant firmware updates. From mid-October 2011, the GR Digital IV will be commercially available. Besides the classic black model Ricoh GR Digital IV will also available in a limited edition of 10,000 copies worldwide special edition in white.

JVC GC-PX10: Digital camera and camcorder in one

With the JVC GC-PX10 are filmmakers who also likes to try as a hobby clippers, equip as befitting such a passionate photographer with a penchant for moving images. Because the device is both a camcorder with a Full HD resolution and a digital camera with a rich 12 megapixels. So, if you can not choose between photo and video camera, consult with the combination of GC-PX10 JVC well, which will be available to buy in October.

The Japanese manufacturer of consumer electronics is mainly known for its high-quality camcorder and with the GC-PX10 sets new benchmarks. Instead, in addition to its camcorder an expensive SLR or a cheap digital camera, you can with the GC-PX10 now get both in one home. With a data rate of 36 megabits per second, or a resolution of 50 frames per second full-HD movies recorded from which to filter out as easily the most beautiful photo frames with 8.3 megapixels can.

Of course you can also use the slow motion to capture still images: whole 250 pieces are then per second, which come along, but only at a resolution of 0.2 megapixels. Particularly successful, however, is the fuel-efficient image sensor that protects the camera's battery, the 10-times zoom with a focal length of 6.7 to a maximum of 67 millimeters and the light sensitivity of up to ISO 6400 in conjunction with the built-in flash and shooting in low ambient lighting permits.

Those focusing on such quality looks, of course, not after the cheapest unit. But good does not always have to be very expensive, because by now should be widely known that there are, especially among online retailers enormous price differences. And even with camcorders or combination devices such as the JVC GC-PX10 is worth a fierce price comparison in order to film and photograph not only delight the eye but also your wallet can spare a little.

The Most Exciting Digital Cameras 2011

Compact cameras with a folding screen or Wi-Fi, SLR system cameras and small clones: The Ten Best Digital cameras at IFA 2011th

System's flagship camera: Sony NEX-7

More and more manufacturers are bringing out system cameras; hit a bridge between the classes. They should provide very good quality and are equipped with interchangeable lenses. Such a model is Sony's new top device NEX-7 with a touchscreen. It comes with a resolution of 24.3 megapixels, captures full HD video, has a viewfinder and makes ten sequential shots per second. They weigh less than 300 grams without lens.

Small system camera: Sony NEX-C3

The Sony NEX-C3 is also a system camera - but in miniature. It comes with a 16.2-megapixel sensor and takes HD video (720p) on. It also has an APS-C sensor and a 3-inch display. It weighs 225 grams and measures only 110 x 60 x 33 millimeters. So it is much smaller than for example the NEX-7.

With folding screen: Samsung MV800

Samsung MV800 has a folding screen capture, the motives of multiple and unusual angles to. The 3-inch touchscreen can display up to 180 degrees will be opened. Technical equipment for a high light sensitivity up to ISO 3200, include a resolution of 16 megapixels, a five times optical wide angle zoom and dual image stabilization. It also takes 3-D photos and HD video.

Wireless connectivity: Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 compact camera has a wireless interface for wireless image transmission. In addition, the FX-90 has a 12.1-megapixel sensor and a five-fold wide-angle optical zoom.

Compact DSLR for photographers: Nikon Coolpix P7100

The Nikon Coolpix P7100 is a camera for serious photographers: a compact, which also offers interesting features SLR photographers. The flagship of Nikon has a 10-megapixel sensor and a 7.1x optical zoom, so that it covers a focal length of 800-200 millimeters, according to small-screen format. Operation and menu navigation are reminiscent of the Nikon single-lens reflex (DSLR). The camera takes photos in RAW format and HD movies (720p) and has a folding screen.

Mega Zoomer: Olympus SP-810UZ

A 36-times optical zoom brings the camera Olympus SP-810 UZ. Thus it covers a small focal length 24-864 mm. This allows you to zoom in any further detail away. The Olympus camera is not the only one with such a high zoom factor: Nikon also sold such a model, albeit with a slightly smaller telephoto. The SP-810 UZ also features a 14 megapixel sensor that takes HD video (720p) and has a 3-inch display.

Retro design with great features: Fujifilm X10

Nostalgia on Fujifilm compact camera is fine with the X10. It not only has an optical viewfinder, but also a mechanical wheel, which allows you to adjust the focal length and aperture and shutter speed. The camera takes a 12-megapixel sensor and a bright 4-fold wide optical zoom (focal length: 28 to 112 mm according to small screen): does the X10 Full HD video and can store photos in RAW format.

Tiny camera system with Full HD video: Olympus Mini E-PM1

The EN Mini E-PM1 of Olympus is a small system camera, which despite its small size offers lots of amenities. It takes on full HD video and has a 3-inch display. According to Olympus camera plugged into the also the world's fastest auto focus system, it is so hot very quickly. Also there: a 12.3-megapixel sensor and an optical image stabilizer.

Mid-Scale Full-HD video: Canon Ixus 230 HS

The Canon Ixus 230 HS digital camera looks at first glance like an average middle-class small camera. But the colorful model, just two inches deep, has several peculiarities: it takes on, despite the small size of Full HD video and comes with an 8x optical wide angle zoom. Thus, the HS 230 covers a focal length 28-224 mm from corresponding small image. Also in the process: 12.1-megapixel sensor and optical image stabilizer.

SLR-looks: Sony A77

From the outside Sony's camera is indistinguishable from a classical SLT-A77 camera. The model is less handy than the NEX system cameras produced, but it offers more. The SLT-A77 takes to twelve images per second and brings a 24.3-megapixel sensor with - that's a record in this class. She is filming HD video (720p) and has an electronic viewfinder OLED. The tilting screen is to allow more unusual recordings. In addition, the camera HDR images and has a light sensitivity up to ISO 16000.

The new Nikon 2011

The new Nikon 2011 covers of the entry-level cameras to pro-level digital camera again from the entire spectrum of digital photography. Following is an overview of the most exciting releases of the year.

Nikon D5100

The Nikon D5100 is probably the weightiest representatives under the new Nikon 2011: published in the spring the DSLR camera records at up to 16 megapixels and features a rotating and tilting control screen with a screen size of three inches (7.5 centimeters). In addition, the digital camera also available in different kits includes videos in full HD quality. You can then give an individual touch in effect mode over seven creative filters. In addition, you will be supported by an 11-point AF system, equal to 16 scene modes and a wide range of further processing functions.

Nikon Coolpix AW100

The Nikon Coolpix AW100 is a new waterproof solution for the recreational use. But not enough, the ultra-compact digital camera also shockproof and resistant to cold: According to the manufacturer the housing handles crash of up to 1.5 meters and maximum temperatures of - 10 degrees Celsius. The trip will allow increased capability through an integrated GPS module, save the coordinates of the location of each recording in the image file and later reproduce on a map. The Coolpix-known scene modes, but also a full HD video feature of this model is also on board.

Nikon Coolpix S1200pj

The Coolpix S1200pj is the innovator in the new Nikon 2011: The camera has a built-in projector and can just recorded images instantly on the wall next throw - the crowd in front of the TV screen. The projector has a brightness of 20 lumens and DLP technology enables via a projection of between 26 centimeters and 1.5 meters. An optional remote control makes controlling images in evenings in the company.

Nikon Coolpix S100

No question that may be missing among the new Nikon 2011 is no entry-level digital camera: The Coolpix S100 has aimed its very easy to use, a resolution of 16 megapixels and full HD video feature on digital photography beginners with a certain claim. NIKKOR wide-angle lens can magnify the image up to five times either visually. Meanwhile, like a built-in image stabilizer housing aftermath of shocks.

Nikon P7100

The Nikon P7100 will present their recordings over a three-inch swiveling display. Before you can save the image on the NIKKOR wide-angle zoom lens (28 to 200 mm focal length) up to 7.1-fold. The EXPEED image processing system C2 is mainly under limited light conditions in top form: Depending on the situation, the Coolpix P7100 ISO-processed values between 100 and 3,200.

Nikon D800 and Nikon D4: Coming Soon

If all goes well, could even the models D800 and D4 to the new Nikon 2011 count. On both cameras, there are some mostly unconfirmed rumors: The top model in Nikon D800 will appear with a 24-megapixel sensor and a new autofocus system. Thus it is clear that this union is towards the Canon 5D Mark II. The Nikon D4 is however a direct descendant of the D3 and is expected to come with 16 megapixel and therefore also a new AF system.

The Samsung WB750 out shiny new digital 18x optical zoom and more

Samsung IFA 2011 Berlin hand and throw some new digital cameras today. One of the new camera works with WB750 and this little digital camera has some features that people out there looking for a great new digital camera will love. The first is that the camera is designed to provide users with many zoom without affecting the quality of the images. WB750 has a 18x zoom lens and 24x optical zoom with intelligent technology.

These features make the camera zoom WB750 longest range of compact cameras from Samsung. WB750 also special use Back lit side (BSI) CMOS sensor's ability to capture images and video of professional quality. Sensor with 12.5MP resolution and is designed for noise and low distortion. The camera is also fast, with the ability to shoot at ten frames per second in continuous mode at high speed.

WB750 Samsung digital camera also offers ability to record 1080p HD video and photo shoot 10 MP while the video was recorded. There are also some cool special effects camera filters can be used to create interesting effects right on the movie clips in the camera using the Creative Movie Maker. That means you do not have to upload the videos to your PC for added effect. Panorama also offers Live lets you take panoramic photos by clicking the image and then sweep everything you want pictures. Cam also have HDR modes and more. Samsung mothers about the price and availability of WB750.

Canon, Olympus changed the focus of e-commerce market

Canon and Olympus India (digital camera makers) and also depresses the market for electronic commerce is becoming the country to boost sales.

E-commerce market in India, according to industry sources, currently $ 400 million (R 1800 million rupees) and led mainly by mobile phones.

Canon India registered a substantial growth of 10 percent of monthly sales of digital cameras and inkjet printers through the channel of home shopping and e-business site, this year. Widespread expectations that e-commerce revenues will increase tenfold Rs 20 crore in 2011.

"We e-commerce grew 10 percent a month to month this year," says Alok Bharadwaj, Senior Vice President, Canon India, industry.

Olympus says 7-8 percent of the Chamber of e-commerce sales.

Canon has a market share of 20 percent in the segment of digital cameras, Olympus, while 6 percent. The market leader Sony, however, claimed that it is in e-commerce.

Canon and Olympus India on signing a distribution agreement with commercial television channels like Star TV Homeshop 18 and CJ, and online shopping sites such as flipkart, Letsbuy, infibeam, futurebazar and eBay. Canon also plans to sign similar agreements with Amazon (after starting operations in India).

"Because the store brand of digital multi-bit numbers, online shopping sites that appear as a good choice for a camera company," Mr Rahul Sethi, President, e-commerce, ibiboWeb Pvt Ltd., governing online shopping sites Traders.in said.

These sites generally follow the pricing to make digital cameras, he added.

Canon to avoid price differences in the network, allowing a maximum of 3 percent drop in prices of their MRP. Olympus, in some cases offering special offers to your SKU (Stock Keeping Unit), while the products are available at normal rates of exploitation minimal.

source: thehindubusinessline.com

Nikon Corp. Will Enter the Market of Mirrorless Digital Camera

Nikon Corp. will enter the market for lightweight, interchangeable lens digital camera and launch the first product in the design mirrorless end of this year, the Nikkei business daily reported.

The company is pricing the camera, the lens also mirrorless 70000-100 yen, 000 yen (USD 900-1300), which is equivalent to offerings of its competitors', the newspaper said.

Despite dominating the global market for digital SLRs, Nikon and Canon Inc. have entered the category of interchangeable lens digital camera mirrorless, started by Panasonic Corp. in 2008, the daily reported.

Nikkei said Canon also reported the research team and other technologies to develop small, lightweight digital cameras and can enter the market in the future.

Compact digital camera prices come down, mirrorless SLR version can help to cover the bottom of the camera manufacturers, "the newspaper said.

Olympus PEN: Professional Mini Camera

Olympus PEN digital camera brings its family to the next level and introduces its three newest models. This should appeal to the experienced user to different target groups.

The Olympus E-P3 digital camera is the top model in the round. The device is touted as a system camera with the fastest autofocus. PEN also offers the E-P3, which is, like all its sister models on the Micro Four Thirds standard, equipped with a 12.3-megapixel sensor. The manufacturer has positioned it as a compact alternative to SLR cameras. This should also contribute to the built-in flash, including wireless flash control and the new image processor, TruePic VI. In addition, the Olympus E-P3 ten equipped with "filter type" for creative effects and the possibility of video recording in Full HD quality (1080p) with stereo sound. For handling and first view of the camera shots is finally equipped with a 3 inch OLED touch screen.

The PEN Lite is the successor to the E-PL2 and bearing the model designation E-PL3. The small device is intended according to the manufacturer to keep the balance between SLR and compact camera. Also, this camera system is equipped with Olympus' new auto focus and image processor. Your 3-inch screen can be swiveled so that they will be more flexible. The maximum resolution of E-PL3, which is provided with a brushed aluminum case, is, 12.3 megapixels, it records video in Full HD quality.

Last of the bunch is the Olympus mini, which comes as an e-PM1 on the market. You will meet primarily interested in that set great value on compactness. Also, this camera system has a maximum resolution of 12.3 megapixels, or Full HD Video mode. Their focus lies more in the beginner area: Thus, the Olympus E-PM1 in six vibrant colors has some very available and offers the Olympus Live Guide a practical photography course for beginners. But it is also equipped with both high speed auto focus as well as the new image processor.

Lumix DMC-FZ48: Panasonic focuses on wide-angle super zoom

The Lumix FZ45 has a sequel: The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ48 digital camera superzoom in turn to - and speed.

The latter is mainly due to the new image processor, which allows the camera image series of 3.7 B / s and video recording in Full HD (1080p). The new model is twice as fast as its predecessor and also in the moving pictures there is a jump in the resolution. Panasonic continues to indicate that it had increased the speed of the autofocus. Comes with a lens as on FZ45; the Leica DC Vario-Elmarit 24x super zoom from 2.8 to 5.2 / 25-600 mm are used - the image quality produced by it should also have been improved by a new nanotechnology again. For still images, the Panasonic Lumix FZ48 reached a resolution of 12 megapixels. The sensitivity ranges from ISO 100 to ISO 6,400.

Introduced at the Panasonic Lumix FZ48 digital camera was the so-called active mode. This is in addition to the known OIS image stabilizer for video recording with a mobile camera - for example when walking or driving - to ensure stable images. In addition, during the video recording still images possible with a resolution of 3.5 megapixels and it is the entire zoom range with a usable up to 24-fold magnification. The Panasonic Lumix FZ48 not only supports the AVCHD format, but also MP4.

All recordings can be viewed on a 7.5-inch LCD monitor with a resolution of 460,000 pixels (201 600 as electric viewfinder). 3D photos taken with the new camera are also feasible, can be displayed only on a corresponding output device (such as a 3D flat-screen TV).

Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 test

Quick introduction - first reviews in brief

The Casio EXILIM EX-ZS15 is to be had from the fall of 2011 in black, red or silver. The retail price will be about 160 €. For the Casio EX-ZS15 has to offer. Central to the operation of the 3-inch touchscreen display that replaces almost all the buttons. Is a particularly convenient feature, set the focus point by tapping the screen - it could hardly be easier.

Simple is the keyword for the operation of the Casio EXILIM EX-ZS15: To adjust the exposure only one fully automatic and 21 scene modes are available, manual controls are not there.

The look is something out of the frame of the typical notches equipment: It offers a five-time zoom, but rather like most of this class cover a range of 28-140 mm, they shifted their strength in the wide angle range: 26-130 mm, it offers . The light intensity is average with f3, 2 to f5, 6. In these respects differs the Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 ZS10 not from its predecessor.

As an image sensor of the Casio EXILIM EX-ZS15 a 14-megapixel CCD has been given. The ISO sensitivity ranges from ISO 64 to 1600. Like the picture quality looks, hopefully soon, the initial tests reveal. In terms of features the best Casio EXILIM EX-ZS15 has unfortunately not much to offer, only an HD video mode (1280 x 720p) is available.

These photo apps deliver what they promise

Smartphones now replace their photo features often the digital camera. At least with regard to the resolution range devices like the iPhone 4 with five megapixels to the approach, which was a few years ago pretty much standard among small compact cameras. To improve results, it is only in the App Store currently over 4,000 programs, many of them free of charge.

Andre Kramer from the c't magazine, the flood of apps looks skeptical in this area. "There are a lot of nonsense out there." These included, for example, programs that are designed to replace the existing non-smart phone in a flash. "Flash" makes as nothing more than lighten the shadows. "There is no app that can replace a lamp," says Kramer.

The weakness of camera phones, compared to digital cameras is the strong noise. Responsible for it were "certain physical limitations" such as the small lens, says Kramer. In good lighting conditions the camera phones could help with some wizards deliver good results. "This is handy for quick snapshots in between, but of course, absolutely no substitute for a digital camera."

These tools include the paid apps Camera Genius, ProCamera or use the free Dark Room. They trigger only if the user holds the camera phone quietly. Sometimes they also provide a grid to avoid skewed images of buildings.

Apps for alienation effects

In addition to the recording aids to mimic it for both the iPhone and Android models for a vast number of apps, the filter effects. This way, the free Instagram up to 15 different alienation effects. As with many other tools, users can upload images straight to Internet.

The purchase software filters in addition to the Storm's alienation is an image-editing software for cropping, resizing, or rotating. A complete image-editing it for free from the market leader Adobe. Photoshop Express is available for both iPhone and Android smartphones and makes corrections for the exposure, saturation, or converting an image into black and white.

Kramer also recommends the Hipstamatic app. It provides the snapshots with the camera phone the look of the good old analog camera. To the fee-based version, users can download additional modules that mimic some types of movies. Whole vistas created a free tool from Microsoft Photosynth, and stitch panoramic car purchase app. For interesting effects, miniature offers the fee-TiltShift generator.

In all the helpers, users should not forget that they make with the smartphone huge compromise on quality, says Kramer. "There is absolutely no substitute for a full camera. That's a snapshot, the other aesthetically good photos. "

Samsung urges U.S. import ban on Osram

The situation in the highly competitive market of LED products heats up: Samsung calls from Osram damages because of alleged violations license - and has the same complaints on the neck itself.

The South Korean electronics group Samsung (189.8 -0.82%) asked in a patent dispute with the Siemens subsidiary Osram the U.S. authorities to an import ban. In an action brought before a district court in the State of Delaware called for the group division because of alleged licensing violations Samsung LED also undisclosed amount of damages the Munich-based company.

The advance is part of a wider dispute in the competitive market for LED products. The forthcoming IPO lighting company Osram early June had sued Samsung for its part, and also the South Korean company LG Group for alleged patent violations. Samsung had already responded shortly thereafter with a countersuit against Osram Korea.

AquaCAM digital camera: for the full-HD video water

China Vision from the house we present to you today from the new AquaCAM, which is housed in a waterproof housing and available at a price of around $ 115 on the source. The new AquaCAM digital camera offers a 5.0-megapixel sensor and can record full HD video at a depth of up to 3 meters under water.

As additional features followed by a 3-fold digital zoom, a 2.0-inch TFT true color display and a microSD card slot for memory cards up to 16GB. Then there is an internal microphone, speakers, and HDMI and USB 2.0 interfaces. Pictures can be recorded in a 8.0-megapixel resolution, via interpolation.

Panasonic P-05C: Digital camera with cell-phone capabilities

Panasonic P-05C digital camera presented with mobile part that can also shoot in full HD. An image stabilizer ensures shakes-free picture even at slow shutter speeds. Phone features and wireless (IEEE802.11b/g/n) also dominate Panasonic P-05C.

Panasonic P-05C has a resolution of 13 megapixels and measures 116 x 52 x 17.7 mm. It weighs about 150 grams, the battery together with F2, 8 right-intensity fixed focus lens is equipped with an autofocus module and an image stabilization, which is active in photography and films.

With the integrated Face Detection will automatically be focused on people who can be provided upon request with name and recognized at the next photo. Even a pet dog or cat for face recognition has installed Panasonic. You automatically focus on the animals. An electronic flash device is inside the case.

A position sensor on the display indicates whether the recording is carried horizontally. The camera is controlled with a few exceptions like the trigger on the 3.3 inch color screen (8.38 cm) of the camera, which has a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels.

The camera is hidden in the slider format a cell phone keypad on the right side. The standby time is 530 hours with Sony and the talk time of 310 minutes.

The photos and videos via e-mail via wireless broadband or mobile communications (FOMA Plus) will be sent or copied to a hosting platform from Panasonic. Also, a DLNA-support is integrated. A MicroSD card serves as local data storage.

BenQ E1480 Digital Camera

BenQ is back. Actually, the manufacturers had adopted from the digital camera market, after almost two years ago, but BenQ announces return with new compact digital cameras for under about $100. One of the new cameras, the E1480 is presented in a handy pocket format. It features a 5x optical zoom lens with 26mm wide-angle and resolves 14 megapixels. In addition, the E1480 has a simple HD video function and various picture effect modes (fisheye, Lomo, Color Accent) on board. The Color Accent feature lets a certain color in the image highlight, while the rest is colored in black and white. For images with strong color saturation and darkened corners of the LOMO-function is expected. The fish eyes function simulates an extreme wide-angle lens effect, as he is known by a fish-eye lens.

Pentax Q Preview

The rumor circulated quite a while, now its official: Pentax brings Pentax Q camera with its own bayonet system on the market. The digital camera will be available on September.

This digital camera comes with small dimensions: approximately 9.8 x 5.6 x 3.1 cm, it is advertised as "Cigarette Size". Pentax Q comes with magnesium-aluminum housing, an it is the smallest camera with interchangeable lenses so far. This includes a low weight of only 200 grams with battery,

The image sensor is a "backside illuminated" CMOS. This means that the conductive connections, which were in the conventional sensors on the surface and the incident light is kept away from the sensor part, were placed on the back - so the sensor was installed virtually reversed. This increases the light-sensitive surface, which shortens the exposure times, thus reducing the noise susceptibility of the photos. With 12.4 megapixels, the resolution is rather moderate. The images are stored in JPWG or RAW (DNG). You may be curious how the sensor size effect in tests on image quality with only 1 / 2, not 33 inches, the sensor is larger than the average compact camera. The system is in the class SLR camera and rather unusual. But without this measure, the small size of the Pentax Q would not have been possible.

A disadvantage is the smaller sensors compared to APS-C and full frame cameras, a smaller depth of field. The open points, so let the blurring of the focus areas (bokeh effect) is therefore difficult. This compensates for the Pentax Q with an electronic post-processing, the "bokeh Control" that allows the photographer to determine the degree of background blur. This may not be for photo art purists, but we wait to see what the tests say so.

The LCD monitor offers a resolution of 3-inch 460,000 pixels. There is no optical viewfinder only option for plugging.

Pentax Q is equipped with the sensor cleaning. Since the sensor is movable, it is obvious that here also to accommodate the image stabilization. A flash and a HDR-automatic are also on board. Even a full-HD video mode may not be missing. This takes at 1,920 x 1,080 pixels and 30 frames / second and stores it in the H.264 format.

Best Interchangeable Digital Camera 2011

Seven bridge system and three cameras from Canon, Leica, Panasonic and Sony; Panasonic G12, Nikon P7000 and D7000 are tested and deserve for the title of Best Interchangeable Digital Camera 2011.

Best Interchangeable Digital Camera 2011: Canon and Nikon

The Nikon Coolpix series is again high on the height: with test quality rating of good ("2.2"), Canon PowerShot G12 and Nikon Coolpix P7000 landed together as a winner on the podium of Interchangeable Digital Camera. This romp in both Interchangeable Digital Camera CCD image sensors with "only" 10 megapixels, good image quality is once again does not necessarily correlate with a high megapixel count. Both cameras offer zoom lenses, the zoom range as wide-angle lens with 28 mm focal length for landscape photography began, the 5-fold optical zoom, the PowerShot G12 ends in mid-telephoto range at 140 millimeters, the 7-times optical zoom on the Coolpix P7000 achieved, however the telephoto range of 200 millimeters. Both the G12 and the P7000 offers a good video recording quality HDV (HDV: High Definition Video, 1280 x 720 pixels) - PowerShot G12 also offers an HDR mode.

Followed by Canon, Leica and Olympus

Eyes like a hawk, you get to the second-placed Leica D-Lux 5, which reached with test quality rating of good ("2.4") assessed compact camera with the Coolpix P7000 marks for photography in low light conditions. Third place with a good test quality rating ("2.5") shared Canon PowerShot SX30 IS and Leica V-Lux 2: with the test quality rating of "good" the PowerShot SX30 with a 35-fold Megazoom Lens of the largest optical zoom – is even greater than another model.

The test quality rating of satisfactory Nikon Coolpix P500 received ("2.6") and Olympus XZ-1 ("2.7"): The Coolpix P500 offers a 36-times super zoom lens with a telephoto focal length of 810 millimeters in small picture format , System camera owners have to drag the zoom range covered by the P500 an entire suitcase full of lenses around with you - this limits the escape velocity significantly in the savanna. Both models were satisfactory in terms of image quality only satisfactory test scores.

Nikon D7000 also wins the TIPA best D-SLR for advanced. Nikon D7000 received from the goods testers, the test quality rating of good ("1.7"), so The D7000 is currently at number one in digital SLR category.