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FujiFilm's FinePix XP30 with GPS

By Trevor Current
Saturday, January 8th, 2011

Jan 8, 2011 – PRESS SUMMARY – Fujifilm has raised the bar in the competitive outdoor compact camera sector by introducing the FinePix XP30; the world’s first water, shock, dust and freeze proof model featuring built-in GPS functionality.

FujiFilm FinePix XP30

Continuing in the tradition set by the XP10 that it replaces, the FinePix XP30 offers a competitively-priced entry into the sector with a specification that will ensure outdoor-loving photographers or adventure sports enthusiasts are well catered for. In addition to GPS and its rugged build quality, the camera also features 14.2 megapixel resolution with an impressive 5 times wide zoom with optical image stabilization to shoot sharp image quality in any condition. With a FinePix XP30 in their rucksack, outdoor photographers will be able take their pictures to new heights without the steep price tag! Read More→

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Pentax Optio W90; Waterproof, Shockproof, Freezeproof and Dustproof

By Trevor Current
Sunday, February 28th, 2010

Feb 28, 2010 – A new addition to the active lifestyle category of cameras is the Pentax Optio W90. The W90 is waterproof to 20 feet, shockproof from up to a 4foot drop, coldproof to sub-freezing temperatures and dustproof. Designed for that rugged outdoor look, the W90 includes a woven strap with carabiner to attach it to a backpack and other outdoor gear.

Features include a 12.1MP sensor, 28-140mm wide-angle lens with optical zoom, 2.7” LCD with 16:9 widescreen aspect ratio and Digital Microscope mode with LED lighting to capture the smallest and closest macro subjects as near as 1cm from the camera. Additional features include Eye-Fi wireless SD memory card connectivity, Advanced Pixel Track Shake Reduction, Face Detection, Smile Capture and Autofocus assist lamp. The W90 will shoot 720p HD video at 30 fps and the included HDMI port allows playback on your HD TV.

The Pentax W90 will ship in April for $329.95 and an optional waterproof infrared remote control will be available at the same time for $29.95.

Pentax Optio W90

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Sony's New DSC-H55 and DSC-TX5 Cyber-Shot Cameras

By Trevor Current
Sunday, February 28th, 2010

Feb 28, 2010 – Sony’s announced their new DSC-H55 and DSC-TX5
Cyber-shot cameras.

The H55 features a 14.1MP CCD sensor, 25mm wide-angle lens with 10x optical zoom and a 3” LCD. Additional features include Sony’s Sweep Panorama technology, Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization, Smile Shutter™ and Auto modes to make it easy to get the best shot in any lighting situation.

The TX5 is the worlds thinnest and smallest certified waterproof digital still camera that features a 10.2MP “Exmor R” CMOS sensor that is also certified to be freeze proof down to 14 degrees Fahrenheit and shockproof up to a 5-foot drop. Other features include 25mm wide-angle lens with 4x optical zoom, 3” LCD touch screen display that functions even underwater, Sweep Panorama, in-camera HDR and great low light shooting capabilities. The TX5 is also dust proof making it a great choice for on-the-go.

Both cameras feature 720p HD video recording and a memory slot compatible with both Memory Stick® (PRO Duo™) and class-four and above SD/SDHC formats. Available in April, the H55 will sell for $250 and the TX5 for $350.

Sony DSC-H55 and DSC-TX5

Sony DSC-H55 and DSC-TX5

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