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Pentax Adds CMOS Sensors to LED-Equipped Rugged Cameras

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 14:42:00 -0800

The Pentax Optio WG-2 GPS and WG-2 have new low-light-optimized CMOS sensors and 1080p video capabilities to go along with their front-facing LED lamps.

Canon Joins the Wi-Fi and 20X-Zoom Fray With New PowerShot Cameras

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:00:00 -0800

The 20X-optical-zoom PowerShot SX260 HS, ruggedized PowerShot D20, and two new Wi-Fi-enabled compact cameras headline the latest round of Canon point-and-shoot announcements.

Nikon Refreshes Entire Coolpix Line With Nine New Cameras

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 20:01:00 -0800

Among the highlights in Nikon's new announcements are an F1.8 premium compact, two pocketable high-zoom cameras, and a kid-friendly rugged model.

Panasonic Announces 20X-Zoom Pocket Camera, Full-Featured Rugged Camera

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 21:00:00 -0800

Four new Panasonic point-and-shoots were unveiled today, including the 20X-optical-zoom Lumix ZS20 and the durable Lumix TS4, which is packed with a barometer, an altimeter, and full manual controls.

Sony's Glass-Plated TX200V Camera Stays Fashionable Even Underwater

Sun, 29 Jan 2012 20:00:00 -0800

One of three new Cyber-shot cameras announced today, the waterproof TX200V packs a fast autofocus system and an OLED touchscreen behind a glass faceplate.

Pentax Optio VS20: 20X Pocket Megazoom With 2X Shutter Buttons

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 14:41:00 -0800

Pentax's new 20X pocket megazoom camera has a pair of shutter buttons and tripod mounts, designed for easier operation when the camera is held vertically.

Q&A: Lytro Exec Charles Chi Talks Light Field, Battery Life, and Licensing

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 11:05:00 -0800

The executive chairman of Lytro--a small company doing big things in the world of photography--discusses the technology behind a light-field sensor, the possibility of licensing its camera tech to phone manufacturers, and the future of sensors.

Best Camera at CES: Canon's PowerShot G1 X

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 20:15:00 -0800

Canon's PowerShot G1 X features a 1.5-inch sensor that's almost as large as those on higher-end (and more expensive) DSLRs. The result is great low-light perfomance and a fantastic picture.

New Panasonic Lumix Cameras: Big Zoom in a Tiny Room

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 15:45:00 -0800

Pocket megazooms continue to shrink and wide apertures are now the norm, as evidenced by Panasonic's new additions to its Lumix line of point-and-shoots.

Samsung Bets Big on Wi-Fi Cameras in Las Vegas

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 14:00:00 -0800

Samsung has unveiled three new cameras and a camcorder with built-in wireless options for uploading media to the Web and sharing content with mobile devices.

Smartphones on Rampage: Next, Camcorders

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 08:37:00 -0800

After killing point-and-shoot cameras and GPS units, smartphones take aim to slaughter camcorders.

One Last Kodak Moment? Kodak Intros Wi-Fi and Hybrid Cameras

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 07:19:00 -0800

Faced with an uncertain future, Kodak announces a Wi-Fi-enabled point-and-shoot camera and a pocketable still/video device at CES 2012.

Canon PowerShot G1 X: New King of Fixed-Lens Cameras?

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 06:00:00 -0800

Canon's new G-series camera has a sensor size you'd normally find in a DSLR, and its zoom lens, video options, and pedigree distinguish it from competitors in its class.

Canon Intros Slim 12X Zoom Camera, Baby-Friendly Features

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 06:00:00 -0800

The 12X-optical-zoom Canon PowerShot Elph 520 HS is just 0.88 inches deep, and the popular Elph 300 HS gets an upgraded successor.

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Mon, 09 Jan 2012 06:00:00 -0800

CES Preview: Mobile Technology Will Dominate Everything

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 21:45:00 -0800

Lots of tablets and apps will be on display at the gigantic CES show in Las Vegas next week. But we'll also see older technologies that are trying to behave more like mobile devices.

Fujifilm X-S1 Headlines 19 New Camera Announcements for CES

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 21:01:00 -0800

Fujifilm announced a complete overhaul of its fixed-lens lineup for CES 2012, including 20X-zoom pocket cameras, ruggedized models, and a premium X-series megazoom.

Camera and Camera-Phone Trends to Expect in 2012

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 18:00:00 -0800

Both smartphone cameras and stand-alone cameras will become much more versatile next year, and it should be fun to watch. Here are the major photography trends to expect in 2012.

CMOS Is Winning the Camera Sensor Battle, and Here's Why

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 18:00:00 -0800

CCD sensors have long been associated with better image quality, but speedy CMOS resides in the majority of today's cameras, from DSLRs to iPhones to Lytro.

Nikon Coolpix P7100 Review: Superb Images, Intricate Controls

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 13:27:00 -0800

Nikon’s Coolpix P7100 is as complex as it is powerful, with excellent image quality and a feature set to please even the fussiest photographer. Just make sure you’re up to the challenge.

Canon PowerShot S100 Review: A Near-Perfect Pocket Camera

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 11:20:00 -0800

The Canon PowerShot S100 is just about the most capable compact camera we've seen, and it's packed with features that will please both novices and advanced shooters.

Did Smartphones kill the Point-and-Shoot?

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 07:28:00 -0800

2011 may go down as the year the point-and-shoot camera market died, as smartphones replace cameras and camcorders for on-the-fly photography, study shows.