2012/05/12

Pros: EXPEED C2, GPS System, 3D Shooting Mode, System of a lens shift Vibration Reduction, World Map, Camera body extremely thin; NIKKOR 18x optical zoom, 16 MP CMOS sensor; Compatibility with Eye-Fi X2

Cons: Battery Pack, do not touch display

Conclusion: The Nikon Coolpix S9300 is certainly one of the most interesting new Nikon cameras in the market, for both the camera body very thin and strong, that for purely functional globe-trotter (GPS and map of the world) that we hope a very diverse audience. Among the most interesting features we can find ways of shooting 3D and simplified overview to 360 ° / 180 ° and the presence of a convenient mode dial or the 17 available scene modes. The Nikon COOLPIX S9300 is a camera that can surely satisfy even a demanding public.

Design

The new Nikon COOLPIX S9300 features a super-slim body with a maximum thickness of 30.4 mm and a minimum size of only 23 mm. Despite the extremely thin body, this device is a real concentrate of technology and on the back of the camera has an LCD screen of 7.5 cm (3 inches) and a resolution of 921000 points: This high resolution allows the end user observe their photographs perfectly, even in low light thanks to Nikon Clear high contrast.

Features and functionality

The new Nikon COOLPIX S9300 besides having a super slim body and sturdy, has an optical zoom lens for wide angle shots NIKKOR 18x (24-450 mm) lens with ED glass, which allows for crisp, sharp shots at any distance. The CMOS sensor 16 MP with backlight due to the greater amount of light received from the sensitive, allows you to take clear pictures in any lighting condition, thanks to the powerful graphics processor EXPEED C2. The device is equipped with a system of vibration reduction (VR) to optical lens shift that counters the effects of the movement of the camera in real time, allowing the end user to obtain images and videos of latches. The Nikon COOLPIX S9300 can also record full-HD (1080p) to easily record video with excellent stereo sound and extremely easy and fast thanks to the dedicated movie record button, the camera is also equipped with a camera system that allows you to pause and continue shooting but later on the same file. Also during the making of movies you can use the features of autofocus and optical zoom and movie recording format iFrame. Thanks to the presence of an HDMI connector will also connect the device to their HD television. Excellent simplified overview of the function at 360 ° / 180 ° which allows for panoramic shots vertically and horizontally and then create the panoramic dynamics. 3D shooting mode allows you to create 3D images for playback on TV and computers compatible with the 3D function. Unfortunately, the retouch menu, on the camera, it is little used because the display is not touch the same, but the traditional type and this type of menu for retouching are perfectly suited for their work when you go to use a display with touch . The camera has many features such as continuous shooting at winged speed, the 17 scene modes, AF fast and precise acquisition and tracking of the subject AF. Surely one of the most interesting features of the camera are the presence of GPS (Global Positioning System) which records the exact location (latitude and longitude) when shooting through geotags in the image data (EXIF), and if you are not running photos you can use this feature to record your route. To complete this aspect of the globe-trotter camera thinks the presence of the world map, a handy reference tool that you can use to record the exact location at the time of shooting or to view the routes stored in the GPS logs (you can record the camera more of a million positions).

2012/05/06

Nikon D4

Nikon D4 New Flagship in the sock of the Epiphany

The stocking of the Epiphany nikonisti find a big surprise, the latest jewel professional expectation Nikon D4, full frame SLR designed for quick snapshots and record video in Full HD.
For fotograf professionals (and enthusiasts with a nice budget available) that i always want the best Nikon camera offers an "important" - 160 x 157 x 91 mm and a weight of 1340 grams for the body only - with a sensor CMOS FX (full frame format) from 16.2 megapixels and Nikon's EXPEED image processor 3.

Exceptional Image Quality and Speed

The Nikon D4 is designed to ensure the highest quality images in most lighting conditions. Noise minimized, signal processing A / D 14-bit built-in sensor and wide dynamic range even at high ISO settings.
The ISO range sets a new reference to ISO 12800 and shifts the interval to take an additional EV ISO 100 as standard. In the most extreme shooting situations, you can have sensitivity levels between 50 and ISO 204800.

The power of the processor EXPEED 3 allows the Nikon D4 to speed even those complex operations that need to handle large amounts of data. After the A / D conversion 14 bit image processing 16-bit high-speed allows you to export JPEG ready for presentation directly from the camera.
The EXPEED procssore 3 and the sensor FX channels allow browsing of the Nikon D4 to reach the maximum speed of shooting 11 frames per second. And with this new standard in terms of silence.

The startup time is about 0.12 seconds, the shutter lag of about 0,042 seconds (equivalent to those of the Nikon D3S).
The shutter in composite materials (Kevlar and carbon fiber) is a new concept. Nikon offers a standard life cycle of 400,000 shots. The maximum shutter speed ranges from 1/8000 to 30 seconds, with flash sync up to 1/250 seconds.
Of note is the intelligent monitoring for self-diagnostic shutter control unit to reduce power consumption when the shutter is raised for long periods of time while recording movies.

Professional HD Video

Although not all professional photographers need to shoot video, a professional camera today can not refrain from offering super performance in this area. So the Nikon D4 records video in Full HD (1080p) at 30p, 25p and 24p, with 60p options, 50p, 30p and 25p to 720p. The video length is about 29.59 minutes.

Multi-area modes: allows recording in Full HD (1080p) and FX DX format, as well as in reduced format native Full HD (1920x1080).

High-fidelity audio control: the D4 offers the external stereo microphone input and audio output for external headphones which optimizes the audio for recording movies with an excellent sound insulation.

Uncompressed HDMI output - for those who need the best result for a video editing professional quality, the D4 offers the possibility to export the video in Live View mode uncompressed recorders and external monitors. It is the first time that this operation is possible in a SLR camera. The data are extracted to 1080i (Full HD) with the image size and frame rate indicated. If necessary, the data output can be scaled without the overlap of information, but can be simultaneously displayed on the TFT monitor camera.

Autofocus system Rirpogettato

Nikon has also worked on the autofocus system, improved both on speed and on that of precision.
The sensor module Multi-CAM 3500FX AF has been redesigned to improve the rapid detection of the subject. It offers coverage settings to 9, 21 and 51 points, individually selectable or configurable, has been redesigned to improve the speed of detection of the subject.

The module and the algorithms of the sensor autofocus significantly improve the sensitivity of the acquisition in low light conditions down to -2 EV (ISO 100, 20 ° C). All 51 AF sensors, 15 of which are cross-type sensors, are extremely reactive with any NIKKOR AF f/5.6 and, for the first time, this performance is not limited to the openings f/5.6.

The D4 maintains the full power of 11 AF sensors central, even if the aperture value is combined f / 8. A great help if you take pictures or sporting nature, because it achieves a new level of detection by combining, for example, a NIKKOR AF 600 mm f / 4 and a NIKKOR 2.0x multiplier. If the combined aperture is between f/5.6 and f / 8, you can harness the power of 15 central AF sensor.

The Nikon D4 is the first reflex with the support for the new memory cards XQD: There are two slots, one for CF cards (UDMA 7) and one for the tabs XQD.

Connectivity: a powerful system for monitoring and reporting of data makes it quick and easy file transfers over the LAN cable and wireless. The wireless LAN support is available with the new Wireless Transmitter WT-5 Compact, HTTP and FTP connection, and allows for the simultaneous release of multiple cameras with WT-5 system. For the first time in the camera is integrated wired LAN connection.

Other Specifications of the Machine

Precision LCD - 3.2-inch vari-angle and 921,000 dots, automatic brightness control. Guarantees a much wider color reproduction. The LCD brightness is automatically adjusted according to the environment, during playback, you can magnify images up to 46x, to confirm spot focus.

Optical viewfinder with prism glass - 100% coverage and 0.7 x magnification.

Selecting the AF area mode and AF simplified, without moving the eye from the viewfinder.

Horizontal and vertical controls intuitive - all orientations are identically distributed controls for photos of landscapes or portraits.

Electronic Virtual Horizon dual-axis.

Direct access to image controls - through a new dedicated button, you no longer need to open the menu. Picture Controls let you customize the pictures and movies by adjusting parameters such as sharpness, saturation and hue.

Advanced Functions

Four options of image area - you can choose between different modes of cropping, with all its mask visible in the viewfinder. 5:4 (30.0 x 24.0 mm) x 1.2 (30.0 x 19.9 mm) and DX format (23.4 x 15.6 mm).

Effect HDR (High Dynamic Range) - underexposed and overexposed image with a single shutter release. The range can be extended up to 3 EV to get different effects, saturation levels and gradations of tone, while the uniformity of the edge where exposures are combined can be adjusted for a more natural appearance.

Fine control of color temperature - allows you to react on the precise white balance. You can adjust the hue of the monitor for live view and the image's white balance to be taken entirely online. The color temperature can be set manually in increments of 10 Kelvin or Mired units.

Edit pictures embedded - images and movies are saved can be edited and adjusted in the camera. The Retouch Menu include a number of useful functions, such as NEF (RAW), resizing, distortion control and perspective.
The function also allows you to simultaneously indicate the start and end of videos.

Accelerated movies: video time-lapse playback times from 24 to 36,000 times faster than normal.

Nikon D800 and D4

Nikon D800 and D4: SLR that Block, viewfinder Non-Aligned

Increasingly you are having problems and defects on new digital cameras, even those ... valuable. It 's happened to Fuji X10, plagued by the problem of white discs (' white orbs') - Fuji admits, Faulty sensor of the X10 and X-S1 - has happened to the Canon 5D Mark III, which solved the problem of stray light the upper display - EOS 5D Mark III: The Light Filter, Answer Canon - and now is the time of the most direct competitor to Canon: something is wrong with the new Nikon D800 full-frame SLR and Nikon D4.

For the record until two problems encountered by many users who have described the network in recent weeks: the sudden blockage of the reflex that forces the photographer to remove the battery to start shooting and a problem that seems related to an improper alignment the viewfinder.

PDN Online has published on its website (www.pdnonline.com/gear/Nikon-Investigating--5632.shtml) a statement of fact that Nikon USA confirms the existence of the first problem and recommend a temporary solution while promising a more thorough investigation and a final solution:

"We became aware of the problem ... The problem can be solved, for now, disable the options 'Highlights' and 'RGB Histogram' submenu 'Playback Display Options' menu 'Playback'.
Nikon apologizes ... ".

In all probability the problem will be solved soon with a firmware upgrade of the machine.
But there's more, because there is a second problem that has manifested itself on some Nikon D800 users delivered with a viewfinder is not perfectly aligned, which makes it unusable in fact the new full frame DSLR.
Fstoppers describes the experience as a photographer (http://fstoppers.com/news-nikon-d800-has-confirmed-focusview-finder-issues) who, having found that the viewfinder was out of focus, has sent a first time machine assistance to get it back a few days later, again with the front sight out of alignment.
A second dispatch assistance, and this time, the admission by Nikon, a problem with a batch of D800.
The problems were actually two, because even the autofocus system, from time to time, appeared to malfunction.
The Nikon service to fixed autofucus but requested time to clean the viewfinder because the components needed would come from there in a month.

The publication of the case on Fstoppers, user comments and republication of Nikon Rumors, had no effect, so that Nikon has called the photographer offering immediate replacement of the SLR (but without the reimbursement of expenses incurred for shipments to care) .

Over? Maybe not, because Fstoppers is now investigating claims that one of the users in the comments: the same problem with a Nikon D4.

2012/05/02

Canon SX40 HS

Canon SX40 HS is one of the new cameras feature Canon's Intelligent IS automatically adjusts the optical image of the scene, thanks to the presence of 7 shooting modes. The camera, thanks to the presence of a wide angle lens 24 mm is able to perform close-ups and capture wide views inserting more subjects in the frame. The new Canon PowerShot SX40 Bridge HS is a camera with 35x optical zoom (USM), allowing full manual control and the ability to use creative filters, miniature effect, movies, iFrame. The camera is capable of jars full HD 1080p at 24 fps with stereo sound and comes with HDMI-CEC. The presence of a swiveling 2.7-inch LCD PureColor II VA provides excellent visibility and greatly facilitates the framing

Canon S100

The Canon PowerShot S100 is a compact digital camera with slim and lightweight making it perfect for moving around. The pride of the camera is a 12.1 MP Canon CMOS sensor with high sensitivity sensors developed based on the EOS SLR, then stands and quality assurance. The camera has a zoom lens 24 mm ultra wide angle 5x optical zoom. Thanks to the dial and lens selection, you can quickly access the various functions available. The Canon PowerShot S100 is also equipped with GPS that allows geo-tagging our photos; Logger GPS function now allows you to record its position at time intervals impostati.

2012/04/27

Canon SX150 IS

In Short

Pros: 12x optical zoom, AA Batteries, Full manual control, HD movies, Smart Shutter timer with a wink, a 14.1 MP CCD sensor

Cons: Design

Conclusion: The Canon PowerShot SX150 IS is an excellent compact camera from the strong and functional body available in different colors. Very funny and creative functional effects available with honorable mention toy camera effect that probably entertain many users. Excellent also the presence of the connector with HDMI CEC which is not supplied (negative). Also interesting is the availability of optional waterproof case that will allow the use of the camera up to 3 meters deep (WP-DC320L) or up to 40 feet deep.
Design

The Canon PowerShot SX150 IS is a bridge of the new Canon cameras placed on the market for a few days. The design is the most classic of the PowerShot line and has a sturdy body that returns a solid feel. The camera is very functional, with the size and comes in different colors. The Canon PowerShot SX150 IS features on the back of the camera a great PureColor LCD II G 3 inches.
Features and functionality

The new Canon PowerShot SX150 IS is a camera that offers a beautiful and handsome combination of performance and a classic design with a PowerShot camera body robust and efficient. The performance dall'IS System in low light conditions allow you to capture the atmosphere of real-time without using flash and tripod: the Intelligent IS Canon's Optical Image Stabilizer automatically adjusts the image to the stage with 7 different modes for rirpesa images and clear video, detailed and without that annoying blur. DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology also offers excellent image processing capabilities that, combined with a 14.1 MP sensor with high sensitivity, allowing to obtain the photos to the mark. The camera uses a wide angle lens Canon 28 mm extremely flexible and can include more elements in the frame, from large landscapes to pictures of indoor parties. On the back of the camera is an LCD display instead PureColore II G 7.5 cm (3 ") wide-viewing angle and framing easier. The camera also offers the ability to shoot HD movies (720p) with stereo sound and optical zoom. Thanks to the optical image and the dynamic Powered mode, the movie will get crisp, blur-free. Very interesting is the presence of an HDMI CEC that allows direct connection of devices to an HDTV. A level of customization we find that the Smart car, in a fully automatic, will allow the camera to detect the ideal scene of the 32 available, then the camera will choose and use a totally independent the best settings for every photo. Shutter Intelligent the camera automatically activates the shutter to capture images of the group; also allows you to choose three shooting modes, Smile Mode, Face Self-timer mode and the self-timer mode wink. Absolutely interesting feature that allows you to shoot HD video (720p) in iFrame format.

2012/04/26

Nikon 1 J1

Into Short

Pros: Optics interchangeable Mode Motion Snapshot Technology Acquisitions pre-post; CX-format CMOS sensor, EXPEED 3

Cons: Price

Conclusion: The new Nikon J1 is certainly one of the top compact cameras with interchangeable lenses currently on the market and allows the end user, be it an amateur or a professional demanding, pretty much anything he wants, without ever losing focus on the final result . 3 The new EXPEED image processor allows the camera to achieve all that it promises on paper and perhaps do even better.

Design

The new Nikon1 J1 is one of a new compact camera with interchangeable lens and Nikon's new family home. The design is very simple but at the same time compact and maneuverable, thanks to its compact body (approximately 106x61x29, 8 mm) with a fairly light weight of 234 grams (excluding of course the lens). On the back of the device space is a large 3 inch LCD (7.5 cm) TFT with a resolution of 460000 points and brightness adjustment.
Features and functionality

The new Nikon J1 1 represents the best of technological and Nikon imposing force as a benchmark for the market of compact cameras with interchangeable lenses: the new autofocus system with continuous shooting fastest in the world (about 34 frames at a shutter speed fps, and about 30 frames when the shutter speed is set) in combination with the features of the highest level that we will see later, will make this device an object sure to please even the most demanding professionals. The pride of the camera, in addition to the range of NIKKOR interchangeable lenses, it is definitely the format CMOS image sensor that delivers CX suitable for obtaining high-quality photos and movies, this sensor also allows images to get to 10.1 MP Extremely detailed with fast moving subjects and in any lighting conditions. The new high-speed autofocus system enables extremely fast focusing to capture any event (and time) without delay, also using the large number of AF points (single-point AF: 135 areas of focus - Auto-area AF: 41 areas of focus). The car instantly switches from a phase-detection AF with contrast-detect AF mode allowing the user to move easily from light or subjects in motion or still subjects in low light. The engine that allows the device to function effectively and fulfill its duties is the EXPEED image processor 3, which is designed to provide answers and excellent performance in all circumstances: in practice is a dual-core processor that can process images at 600 MP per second and offers superior noise reduction and allows for innovative ways to use the camera shooting. As mentioned previously the camera has a way of shooting extremely fast and efficient, offering images at full resolution with a frequency up to 60 fps, but if you want to follow closely a subject the camera is able to maintain focus ensuring a shutter speed of 10 fps. One of the most innovative features and certainly the most interesting and popular device is the Snap Photo Selector that allows you to always get the best photos are taken as 20 high resolution images before and after the shutter release, then the proposals are " best "five to choose one to save, one of the best features of all the cameras currently on the market. The device also enables advanced video recording, allowing users to shoot full-resolution photos while you are doing a movie, without interrupting the recording is in progress. Another great feature of the device is definitely the Motion Snapshot allows you to animate your photos with one click, using the processing speed of the camera to simultaneously record a movie in slow motion and still image. Just after the shooting, the camera combines images and video to create a so-called "dynamic image" and capture a moment in a completely original. By connecting to this function we can also mention the Nikon 1 Short Movie Creator automatically creates short movies from photos and movies: This feature is extremely easy to use and preserves the quality of each photo or sequence recovery. Movies can take up to 30 minutes and there is a range of styles to choose from.

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