Sony A77 Stock Status September 2011

Great news for people who are waiting for Sony A77. The camera is now in-stock at DigitalRev , available from £989 ( Body Only ) . Also available in several bundles with accessories. Visit DigitalRev to take a quick look ( or buying )

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meanwhile, US online stores still doesnt have the camera in-stock yet

Nikon V1 Sample Videos

A Nikon V1 Sample Video now available from Fenchel&Janisch

Nikon V1 supports full HD movie recording at following configurations:

  • 1920 x 1080 @ 60i/30 fps
  • 1280 x 720 @ 30/15 fps
  • 640 x 480 @ 30/15 fps
  • 320 x 240 @ 30/15 fps
Here’s some samples:

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Nikon V1 and J1 Promo Video

Nikon V1 and J1 promo video found on YouTube. So, do you think Nikon is doing it right ? Is their new cameras able to compete with current mirrorless / four-third cameras ?

You can pre-order the camera now

  • Nikon V1 – $899 ( with kit lens )
  • Nikon J1 – $650 , available  in four colors ( white, pink, red, and silver )
Nikon V1 promo video

Nikon J1 promo video

Nikon V1 and J1 Sample Images

Nikon V1 and J1 sampel images and videos

Continually updated.. let me know if you want to add

  • Nikon Japan V1 official sample images : ISO 100 – 400 , available in full-res JPEG ( link )
  • Nikon Japan J1 official sample images: ISO 100 – 800 , JPEG ( link )
  • Nikon V1 official sample videos ( link )
  • Nikon J1 official sample videos ( link )
  • and more sample videos ( and hands-on review ) at Engadget

Nikon J1 and V1 Announced & Ready For Pre-Order

Finally, Nikon enter the mirrorless market. They just announced a brand new mirrorless system : two new cameras and three compatible lenses. The first camera is Nikon V1 that comes with new ‘CX’ format 10MP CMOS sensor. The camera intended for enthusiast photographer , comes with magnesium alloy body and 1.4M dot EVF. The V1 will be available around october for $899 ( with 10-30mm kit lens )

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The second camera is Nikon J1. It’s more compact and less expensive than the V1. The Nikon J1 features the same CX format sensor with 10MP, full HD movie and will be available for $650 ( with 10-30mm kit lens ).

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First Nikon Mirrorless Camera is Coming

Nikon has setup a special mini site to prepare the incoming of their new mirrorless camera. The site is iamcommings.com and it has a countdown timer that end at 1pm New York City time on Wednesday ( September 21st )

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and new Nikon mirrorless specs has been arise:

  • 10.1 CMOS sensor with 13.2×8.8mm size ( *sigh* , not an APS-C sensor )
  • dust cleaning sensor
  • 12 bit RAW data
  • EVF with 100% coverage with diopter and bright adjustment
  • EVF resolution 1.4 M dots
  • able to shoot still images at 60fps !! and VGA video at 400fps ! talks about slow-mo movies possibilities , nice Nikon
  • Full HD movie 1080p 30fps , 720p 60fps
Stay tune for more info

Red Version of Nikon D3100 Announced

Nikon is trying something new by announce red version of Nikon D3100. Same specs, same features, same quality from the popular DSLR for amateur / entry-level.

Check and compare Nikon D3100 best price at Amazon

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Press Release (source)

Amsterdam, The Netherlands, 8 September 2011 – For the first time ever, Nikon introduces a primary coloured model to its D-SLR camera range. From 22nd September, its bestselling D-SLR, the D3100, will be available across Europe in red.

The D3100 is Nikon’s popular entry-level D-SLR. The new addition to the range will offer the same 14.2 megapixels, Guide Mode, full HD movie, and Live View modes as the original D3100. However, the introduction of a vibrant red model is set to broaden the camera’s appeal among first-time D-SLR users, families and young people.

The camera has been hugely popular amongst newcomers to D-SLR photography, particularly those looking to capture all of life’s important moments in perfect quality, without worrying about settings. It has been particularly well received by families, as the camera makes it easy to shoot beautiful photos and full HD movies capturing those unmissable times.

The D3100 Red will be available across Europe from 22nd September.

 

New Fuji X10 “Serious Compact” Camera

Fuji has announces their latest compact : the Fuji X10. The enthusiast compact camera comes with 2/3″ CMOS sensor size to produce 12 megapixels in high resolution mode. To provide better dynamic ranges , the Fuji X10 can decreased its megapixels to 6 MP effectively. Its design and specs is followed from the already popular Fuji X100.]

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Samsung NX200 Announced and Previewed

Finally, Samsung reveals their new rangefinder mirrorless interchangeable system camera : the Samsung NX200. Powered with completely new 20.3 megapixels APS-C sensor, the  Samsung NX200 will gives better image quality and low noise at dim lighting conditions. The NX200 support ISOs 160 to 12800, fast 7fps burst shooting, 3″ LCD OLED screen with 640K resolution, and record Full HD movie 1080p @ 30fps. For camera operation, Samsung introduce new “Smart Panel” user interface that claimed to be useful for users upgrading from point-and-shoot system and also for experienced photographer. The Smart Panel offers clear and quick access to all the key shooting settings.

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