Archive for January, 2010

Texas Instruments Unveils the DLP LightCommander

Texas Instruments has unveiled a new product with the DLP LightCommander, a new device that allows developers to incorporate DLP technology for light processing applications. This is an optical light engine that comes in a modular design which should help developers in the development of optical, electronic, and system software needing high-speed spatial light modulation. The ...

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Nikon Monarch 42MM ATB Optics Gets Improved

The Nikon Monarch ATB Series of binoculars are now offering something new. These binoculars mainly used for hunting now come with advanced prism technology for better viewing through improved brighter and sharper colors. With the new Dielectric High-Reflective Multilayer Prism Coating and rugged rubber armor, these new binoculars are also water-proof and fog-proof and should ...

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The Chimpcam Project

Animals are the last creatures on earth that one would even think about when it comes to using advanced gadgets like a camcorder. But leave it to producer John Carpenter to think of something crazy. It is called the “Chimpcam” project where 11 of Edinburgh’s chimpanzees were handed camcorders for 18 months to see what ...

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Try out the FlexTT5 and MiniTT1 30-Day Satisfaction Guarantee Deal

Here are some camera flash accessories you can consider trying out. PocketWizard is offering photographers a “nothing to lose” deal with their 30-day Satisfaction Guarantee deal. Their new FlexTT5 and MiniTT1 can be initially purchased and if the buyer is not happy with them, they can simply return them and get a full refund within ...

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New Multi-Functional HiRes M24M Camera From MOBOTIX

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MOBOTIX has comes up with a new successor to the successful M22M, the M24M Allround camera. It is a high-resolution 3.1 megapixel video system with a complete weatherproof housing (IP66). The M24M boasts a modified system platform and a new microprocessor that helps deliver smooth video frame rates of up to 30 ...

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Rumors surrounding new Canon Cameras

There have been many rumors surrounding the Canon 60D DSLR, not to mention the Canon 550D/600D. The 60D could have 15.1 Megapixel resolution, as well as an improved sensor and low-light sensitivity. As far as the 550D/600D goes, it could be of smaller size and able to film 720p video at 30fps. ...

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Optic Image Stabilization may come to cell phone cameras, thanks to Varioptic

A lot of digital cameras come with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), so shouldn't camera phones come with the same thing? This is exactly what Varioptic is planning on doing, as it has announced OIS to cell phones with the development of the first liquid lens, the A316S. The A316S can fit into a ...

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Fujifilm FinePix S2500HD to come with 18X Zoom

Fujifilm is set to unveil a new DSLR camera with the Fujifilm FinePix S2500HD. Though they have not been known to be a force in the DSLR category, what is striking about the S2500HD is that it will come with an 18X zoom support. It will have lens that is equivalent to 28-504 mm and ...

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Canon EOS 60D DSLR and Rebel Brace for February Release

Canon is quietly doing its part to make sure that they don’t succumb to the challenge being provided by other camera manufacturers such as Sony and Nikon. And to kick of their February campaign, they are expected to unveil the Canon EOS 60D and their line of Rebel cameras. And if rumors are true, these ...

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Leica M9 Camera Available for pre-order

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The Leica M9 is a latest addition to the company’s M series. Evidently, it is the smallest full-frame digital rangefinder camera in the word, integrated with a 24 x 36mm sensor. The Leica M9 combines Leica’s M System with advanced digital technology. It features a silent, metal-leaf, focal-plane shutter that enables shutter speeds ...

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