Panasonic Lumix FT3 is a camera for hiking enthusiasts, designed to withstand the blows and falls from a height of almost two meters, and the submersion in water to a depth of 12 meters.

In addition to the GPS receiver with support for labeling photos with geotagging,  the Panasonic Lumix FT3 also provides an altimeter, barometer and compass for navigation.
The pictures are obtained with a 12 MP CCD resolution, attached to a 4.6X optical zoom lens and image stabilization system.

The Panasonic Lumix FT3 can offer 3D pictures created by superimposing images obtained from two closed angles, automatically selected from a collection of 20 photos achieved by burst.

The video captures are obtained from 1080i Full HD, in AVCHD format based on H.264 compression. In ideal lighting conditions, the Lumix FT3 can shoot with a CCD exposure time reduced to only 0.5 ms, providing clear images for optimal dynamic sporting competitions.

The Panasonic Lumix FT3 has not yet received an official price, but it should be launched during March.

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Panasonic has enriched its portfolio of compact cameras with the new Lumix FS 32, able to capture images of exceptional quality with the LEICA DC lens with a 28mm wide angle  and optical zoom of 8x. The FS 32 features includes a Venus Engine VI image processor with Intelligent Resolution technology that allows the optimization of the processing signal, so the final picture will be clear and with precise details.

Thanks to this technology the 8x optical zoom can be brought up to an equivalent of 10x with the  Intelligent Zoom function, keeping the picture quality . The iA (Intelligent Auto) mode was improved by the AF Tracking and Intelligent Exposure functions, added to the conventional Mega OIS image stabilizer to prevent the effects caused by shaking hands. The Panasonic FS 32 has also other functions: Intelligent ISO Control to correct the subject movement, Face Detection and Intelligent Scene Selector. 

The price of the Panasonic FS 32 camera starts from 300$.

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The Samsung ST700 camera features a new front LCD display of 1.8 inches, the biggest screen ever built for this type of camera, the 2 View self-portrait becoming the specific of the camera. The innovation is not just the front screen, which is completed by a 3-inch touch display, located behind the camera and that has Smart Access UI support that facilitates the use and the reproduction of accurate photos.

The ST 700 has a 16.1 megapixel sensor and a 26mm lens with 5x optical zoom and can be declared the most advanced dual vie camera. These types of cameras have been designed to achieve more successful self portraits and to help tourists to capture great memories without any help. The Samsung ST700 includes also a feature dedicated to the children that allows them to create animations when they are capturing a moment with their family.

The Samsung ST 700 will be launched in March 2011 at a price of $ 280.

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Made for professional photographers, Leaf Aptus II 12 is a truth goliath of digital cameras, and hosts in its considerable size case an image sensor of 80 megapixels.

The image sensor based on CCD technology measures 53.7 x 40.3mm and is able to obtain images at a unimaginable resolution for ordinary users: 10320 x 7752 pixels. To make sure of the skills of the Aptus-II 12 model, the manufacturer provides a few sample photos, that can can studied in detail using the zoom function.

Aptus-II 12 can save pictures in burst, up to 1.5 frames per second, that is very impressive if we take a look at the file size: 165MB in the compressed MOS format and even 480MB in the TIFF format without quality loss.

The pictures can be obtained at ISO 50 to ISO 800 sensibility, in classical system or by applying the Dynamic Range processing.
The DSLR type camera weighs 600 grams, measures 95 x 82 x 59 mm and is equipped with a 3.5 inch display with touch screen interface.
As expected, Leaf Aptus-II 12 is not cheap, the amateurs of extreme resolutions will have to pay 31,995 dollars.

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The Canon SX30 IS camera has two important advantages: the biggest optical zoom on the market, 35x, and the dimensions of a DSLR although it is a compact camera.

The reasons for which Canon has adopted this strategy is that the Japanese engineers wanted to attack the segment of compact cameras with high optical zoom, as this types of cameras were missing from the generous offer of Canon. And it seems they have succeeded, since the Canon SX30 IS will remain for a period the device with the highest optical zoom in the world, while the focal length has values ranging between 24-840 mm.

The SX30 IS uses a CCD sensor type 1/2.3 “with a capacity of 14.1 MP, whose ISO values range from 80-1600. The device provides several predefined ways of shooting, among them those dedicated to detecting smiles and different seasons.

Before arriving on the PC, the images can be viewed on the LCD display of 2.7 inches. Unfortunately, Canon has opted for a low resolution of only 230,000 pixels. Even if the brightness adjustment function can be useful, the expectations were much higher in the view of the other technical characteristics.

In terms of video recording, the Canon SX30 IS is compatible with HD 720p (1280 × 720) at 30 frames per second. The format chosen for the clips is MOV, a Quick Time player type.

The price of the Canon SX30IS is 399$.   

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The Panasonic G2 is a camera that tries to compare to a DSLR:  it’s easy, convenient for transportation, has photo quality results above average and has video filming on the High Definition (HD 720p).

On the outside, The Panasonic G2 looks like a DLSR, but weighs only 428 grams with battery and all. In comparison, a Canon EOS 550D has 530 grams and a Nikon D3100 about 505 grams. The Panasonic objective of 14-42 mm is very compact in size and weighs 165 grams, while a Canon objective of 18-55 mm reaches 200 grams.

Constructively, the Panasonic G2 is characterized by the presence of two mechanical selectors that determine certain settings (single or burst shooting, focusing way – simple, continuous, manual), and two control rollers that also provide quick access to other functions of the device ( shooting modes and scenes, zoom type).

Even more noticeable than the above is the folding LCD screen, very useful as a viewfinder, instead of the electronic viewfinder. In the right of the screen there is a navigation pad, with small keyboards.

The Panasonic GF2 has no internal memory, and the storage is to a SD/SDHC/SDXC card, that is placed in a dedicated slot located at the bottom of the device, near the battery. The transfer of the content is provided in two ways: by HDMI or USB cable.

The Panasonic G2 is sold at a price of 560 euros wit a kit lens of 14-42 mm.

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Panasonic announced this week the second compact camera from the  Micro Four Thirds series. The Lumix GF2 addresses those who want to make the transition from a compact camera with a larger sensor and interchangeable lenses, without needing a backpack for it. With the fixed objective of 14 mm  the Lumix GF2 is incredibly small.

The 12.1 MP sensor was kept from the Lumix GF1, but now can achieve ISO 6400. The shooting Full HD is another feature in addition to the previous model and it is possible in 60i format. On the top of the camera there are two stereo microphones for audio recording, and the Lumix GF2 provides native support for the 3D target of 12.5 mm launched by Panasonic.

The two kits will be available on the market in January 2011 and will include a fixed target of 14 mm and the 14-42 mm, optically stabilized. The price of Panasonic Lumix GF2, with or without the lens will probably be announced in December.

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Whether you are an amateur or a professional in the photo, the new FujiFilm Finepix X100 will surely give you palpitations. The gorgeous look, inspired by the classic film cameras, is complemented by the latest digital trends: sensor micro four thrids, the lack of pentaprism and superior video performance – 720p HD recording.

The Finepix X100 can capture images at up to 12.3 MP resolution with a catch rate of 5 frames per second. The 2.8-inch display acts as a viewfinder, but an electronic eyepiece placed above on the left side is also available. If you are not satisfied with the  integrated flash, you can mount one, more powerful and more efficient.

The Fujifilm Finepix X100 comes with a 23 mm fixed lens, great for shooting in poor lighting conditions, due to the generous open-aperture F/2.

The Finepix X100 will be available for purchase from 2011 and will have a price around 250 euros.

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The photo cameras with 10X optical zoom and more and a compact body are specific to Panasonic. The Lumix TZ10 manages to stand out with several top facilities and gives us an idea about how this segment could develop. In terms of technologies, the camera does not bring anything revolutionary, but the quality and other facilities will certainly attract some amateur photographers.

Who looks at the Panasonic Lumix TZ camera will notice a higher area on the upper side, right above the lens. It is marked with the GPS letters, but the device can not be used as a navigation system. When the GPS module is enabled, all the pictures and videos will be marked with the coordinates of where the shutter was pressed. If the images are uploaded to Flikr, for example, the location is indicated on a small map next to the picture.

The Panasonic TZ10 display might seem a normal 3 inch, but a closer look convinced us that the things are not quite so. Most of the displays used in compact cameras have 230,000 pixels. In this case, the number of pixels is double and the display seems to be identical to that used in the Micro Four Thirds cameras. The visibility angles are very good and you can easily take pictures when the device is lifted above the head.

If you go on holiday and want a compact camera with good quality images and that can place them on a map, the Panasonic Lumix TZ10 is what we recommend. The rich package of specifications and features, including GPS module, display quality, excellent target shooting, HD compression is not exactly cheap, but justifies its price. The device can be purchased for about 350 euros. If the GPS module is not important for you  and you are not bothered by a smaller display or the lack of compression on HD footage, then you can buy the Panasonic Lumix TZ8. The TZ8 comes with the same sensor, the same objective and performance almost identical in other aspects, at a  price of  310 euros.

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Two years have passed since Nikon launched its first DSLR capable of shooting HD. His successor was expected some time and is called Nikon D7000. You can say that it is the perfect upgrade for those that consider that D90 is exceeded. The Nikon D7000 has a 16.2 MP sensor and the ISO values can be set between 100 and 6400, and, if needed between 12,800 and 25,600. If D90 was limited to 720p with 24 fps filming, the D7000 could not offer less than 1080p. The 11 focus points of the previous model are surpassed by the 39 focus points of the D7000, of which nine are cross type. The sensor that measures the exposure has a resolution two times higher than the Nikon D300s and the pentaprism provides 100% coverage of the frame.

The Nikon D7000 can shoot with 6 frames per second and the storage can be done on two SD/SDHC/SDXC cards simultaneously. The magnesium case ads a small weight, the body with the battery included weights 780 grams. Nikon says that the focus in the Live View mode is faster and even that we have autofocus during filming. On the right of the 3 inch display is the switch for the Live View and the button for video recording.

The Nikon D7000 will be available from October, and the price of the kit with the 18-105 mm lens will be about 1,400 €.

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