Leica is going to be releasing a limited-edition version of their Leica D-Lux 4 Titan camera. The deluxe version of the shooter will have titanium casing and a matching leather pouch to store the camera in….pretty enticing. Only 500 of the limited version cameras are expected to be released, so if you’re dying to get one you should try and get your hands on one as soon as they hit store shelves in January! [via HighSnobiety]
XIAO Tip-521 is a 5 megapixel camera that not only stores the images but also prints them on paper like the good old classic Polaroid. Featuring Zink’s ink-less printer with 20 sheets of paper, a high resolution 2.48-inch LCD display, 16MB of internal memory and SD/SDHC slot, a rechargeable lithium ion battery and a lightweight body, the Takara Tomy Xiao should make a nice little Xmas gift… It goes for $500. [audiocubes]
Nikon has officially revealed their “digital masterpiece”, the flagship Nikon D3X dSLR. The D3X features a brand-leading 24.5 Megapixel CMOS sensor capturing a level of digital detail never seen before in a Nikon. To avoid chopping up storage cards with all that image data, the D3X also crops at 20.4MP and 10.3MP, allowing for smaller file sizes. At the full 24.5 MP, the D3X can shoot at 5 fps, providing fast-action response for those who focus on moving targets. On the rear of the Nikon D3X, there’s a super definition 3″ display with 920,000-dot VGA capability. Add on-board editing features, a battery life that’ll last you 4,400 snaps, and you’ve got an elite dSLR built specifically for the pros. The costiness? $8k. [nikon]
Cameras with brains. Seriously. RED’s recently spilled Epic and Scarlet cameras promise to provide a new level of customization and precise, clean imaging for both motion and still applications. You begin with the “brain”–the Scarlet Professional or the Epic Professional, which come in a vast range of image sizes and frame rates to meet any photog’s demands. From there, it’s all you–add the modules that you need to create the essence of photographical perfection–lense mounts, handles, remote control operation, recording modules, upgraded sensor modules–the list goes on and on, so we won’t. If one of your modules becomes outdated, simply upgrade that device without needing to purchase an entirely new camera. You can design your dream camera over and over again, and when your demands change so does your camera. Scarlet systems are set for tentative launch in Spring ’09. Buy-in begins at $2500. [dvice via RED]
Do you yearn for the days of the Polaroid? If yes, apparently you are not alone. Zink is a company that has heard your cries and are doing something about it. On its own, Xiao is a full fledged 5-megapixel digital camera. Take a closer look at its business end in the photo above… The Xiao is the world’s first digital camera with a built in printer, an ink-less printer as well. Allowing you to capture and print photos instantly, the Xiao features of a retro design and progressive, built in photo editing. It sure beats having to print them at home or running to your local CVS to get it done… [at zink]
If you’re looking for an awesome stocking stuffer this holiday season the E-Matic MP3 player may be just the ticket. The player comes in slew of colors, has 4GB of internal memory to store your tunes as well microSD expansion to keep additional tuneage and videos.
The E-Matic takes the whole thing a step further however by adding a digital camera into the mix. The player can take photos at a 2-megapixel resolution as well as record video, all for a price tag under $60… we’re impressed. [ematic via ShinyShiny]
37 Megapixels. Yeah, 37. In a move certain to excite Clerks fans, Leica has “unofficially” announced their S2 medium-format DSLR camera. An advertisement for the S2 from an upcoming edition of Professional Photographer has been leaked to the web and buzzed around the blogosphere today. While the S2 is a medium-format camera, Leica has packed the 35mm sensor and other internals into a smaller-form frame, bringing it down to size with other DSLRs. In addition to the S2 body, Leica will release 9 lenses for this model, ranging in price and utility. No word on the price just yet, but it is likely that it’ll cost even more than the dough Kevin Smith spent on the production of Clerks…
Wednesday, September 17, 2008 2:26PM - By Mike Payne
Another day, another DSLR. That’s not to say that each of the recent flurry of DSLRs isn’t lustworthy, its just that there has been no shortage of news by companies like Nikon, Panasonic, Sony and Canon. This one, however, is some pretty big news– Canon revealed their MKII version of the Eos 5D. This beast of a DSLR features 21.1MP sensors, 1080p video recording at 30fps, a slew of onboard editing and processing software and a 3.0″ Clear View LCD. The base model starts at around $2,700 and increases with lens options and other features. Stay tuned, we’re likely to have more DSLR news tomorrow…
Friday, September 12, 2008 10:30AM - By Mike Payne
Earlier today, Panasonic revealed the world’s smallest digital camera with an interchangeable lens. The Panasonic Lumix G1 is a 12.1MP digital camera with the ability to swap lenses like the big boys. If you’ve outgrown your point-and-click but don’t have the scratch for a high-end Nikon, this is a pretty nice start for the pro-sumer in you. The Lumix G1 is available in three colors, blue, black and red as shown above. Pricing details haven’t yet hit the street, but we’ll be sure to update you when they drop.
