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Nikon Coolpix S9500 – Pocket Point-And-Shoot With 22x Zoom & Wi-Fi
Nikon has updated their pocket superzoom camera line with the new 18-megapixel Coolpix S9500. The Nikon Coolpix S9500 sports a 22x 25-550mm f/3.4-6.3 zoom lens (35mm equivalent), full HD video, GPS and built-in Wi-Fi. If you’re only going to own one camera, my advice would be to make it a pocket superzoom. They’re my favorite […]
Read More »Nikon Coolpix P520 Superzoom – 1000mm Zoom + GPS
Photographers who want it all but want it in a small, affordable package should check out the new Nikon Coolpix P520 superzoom camera. The P520 has a ridiculous 42x 24-1000mm (35mm equivalent) zoom lens, equipped with Nikon’s VR optical image stabilization. To put that lens in perspective, Nikon just announced an 800mm telephoto SLR lens […]
Read More »The Nikon Coolpix AW110 Goes Deeper & Adds Wi-Fi
When I published my review for the Nikon Coolpix AW100 camera last spring, it was favorite rugged point-and-shoot ever (Nikon Coolpix AW100 Pro Review). Alas, the rugged camera competition was tough last year and the AW100 didn’t stay on top for long. The new Nikon Coolpix AW110 aims to take back the top spot with […]
Read More »Panasonic Lumix TS5 Rugged Waterproof Camera Adds Wi-Fi
Panasonic’s rugged waterproof Lumix TS cameras have been among the most popular waterproof point-and-shoots since they were introduced, about 5 years ago. For 2013, they’ve added Wi-Fi to their top-of-the-line rugged, waterproof camera. With the new Panasonic Lumix TS5 you can wirelessly transfer photos from the camera to your Smart Phone as well as using […]
Read More »Panasonic Lumix ZS30 Adds Wi-Fi To One Of The Best Pocket Superzoom Cameras
Panasonic launched the pocket superzoom camera category a few years ago and they’ve consistently led the charge with new features and great performance. For 2013 they’re stepping up their pocket superzoom game by adding Wi-Fi. The new Panasonic Lumix ZS30 has a 20x optical zoom lens, a new 18-megapixel sensor, full HD video at 60 […]
Read More »Pentax MX-1 Retro-Styled Premium Compact Camera
Pentax announced a new premium compact camera at CES earlier this month. The Pentax MX-1 has a fast, 4x f/1.8-2.5 zoom lens, a large 1/1.7-inch backlit CMOS sensor, manual shooting modes, full HD video and a nice retro design with brass top and bottom plates. The MX-1 is Pentax’s first really serious compact digital camera […]
Read More »Fujifilm FinePix XP60 – The Best New Affordable Waterproof Action Camera
Add Fujifilm to the list of camera makers who introduced a $199 rugged waterproof point-and -shoot camera at CES this year. The new Fujifilm FinePix XP60 improves on their previous entry-level rugged camera with a new 16-megapixel CMOS sensor, 60 frames per second full HD video, and an increased depth rating (increased from 16 to […]
Read More »New $199 Sony Cybershot TF1 Rugged Camera At CES
Sony has an affordable new entry for the rugged waterproof point-and-shoot camera category. The Sony Cybershot TF1 is priced at just $199 and has an all-new rounded-off body design with a much-needed grip added to the right side of the camera. In keeping with Sony’s previous waterproof cameras, the TF1’s style is more Ferrari than […]
Read More »Olympus Adds $199 TG-630 iHS To Tough Camera Line
Olympus has announced a new rugged waterproof point-and-shoot camera that will sell for just $199. The Olympus Stylus Tough TG-630 iHS is waterproof to 16 feet, freezeproof (14F) and can handle drops of 5.5 feet. It has a 12-megapixel backlit CMOS sensor with Olympus’s iHS system for improved image quality, 1080p full HD video and […]
Read More »New Olympus Stylus Tough TG-830 iHS – Affordable Rugged Point-and-Shoot
Olympus announced three new waterproof, shockproof “Tough” point-and-shoot cameras at the annual CES tradeshow this week. If you’re a skier, snowboarder, snowmobiler, cyclist or boater in the market for a new high-performance pocket camera you should definitely check out the new Olympus Stylus Tough TG-830 iHS. The Olympus TG-830 iHS costs $100 less than Olympus’s […]
Read More »New Olympus Stylus Tough TG-2 iHS Adds Aperture Priority Control
The Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS rugged, waterproof point-and-shoot, in my opinion, is the best waterproof camera ever. Olympus calls it “lifeproof,”and that’s why it’s been my constant companion this winter while I’m out playing in the snow. It’s easily accessible in a pouch on the shoulder strap of my pack and I don’t have to […]
Read More »Fujifilm X100S Announced – Exactly The Same But Better
Fujifilm’s X100 rangefinder-style compact camera was one of the surprise successes of the past couple years. With a fast prime lens, APS-C sensor, simple intuitive controls and a unique hybrid viewfinder, the X100 set itself well apart from other “compact” cameras and became one of the most coveted walk-around cameras for serious photographers (Hands-On With […]
Read More »Fujifilm X20 Premium Compact Camera Adds X-Trans Sensor
One of my favorite recent compact cameras was Fujifilm’s wonderful little X10. I loved the solid feel and intuitive handling of the X10, the fast manual zoom lens was excellent and the image quality was really surprising – especially the RAW files (Fujiifilm X10 Video Review). So I’m really pleased to see that Fujifilm is […]
Read More »Canon Redesigns The Wi-Fi Camera With The New PowerShot N
I’m not sure what the “N” stands for but the Canon PowerShot N is one of the most interesting cameras to be announced recently and it’s sure to get a ton of attention at the CES tradeshow where it’s being formally introduced. The Canon PowerShot N has built-in Wi-Fi and a unique compact design with […]
Read More »New Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS Offers Enhanced Built-In Wi-Fi For $200
Canon is stepping up their wireless digital camera game with the new Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS pocket camera. The Canon PowerShot ELPH 130 IS is being introduced at the CES tradeshow in Las Vegas this week. It’s a super-compact point-and-shoot camera with a 16-megapixel CCD sensor, an 8x 28-224mm (equivalent) optical zoom lens, 720p […]
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