ATC9K is an HD helmet camera that delivers full color video at 1080p HD Resolution with 135 degree capture Field of View (FOV). Includes a built-in 1.5″ LCD screen for playback and preview and G-Sensor with optional GPS Module. Coming with numerous mounting options, it’s water resistant, shock resistant and includes a remote control.
Panasonic introduced the new LUMIX DMC-TS10 rugged digital camera. Featuring a flat, slim profile, and a folded optics design with a 4x optical zoom lens, the new 14.1-megapixel LUMIX TS10 is waterproof to approximately 10 feet, shockproof to 5 feet, dustproof and freezeproof to 14˚F*1. For even further protection, the LUMIX TS10 comes with a silicone jacket to help prevent scratches. The Panasonic LUMIX TS10 will be available in blue, red, black and silver in mid-September for a suggested retail price of $249.95.
Panasonic announced the LUMIX DMC-LX5 compact camera. With an ultra-bright F2.0 ultra-wide-angle 24mm LEICA DC VARIO-SUMMICRON lens, the LUMIX LX5 minimizes image distortion and offers large viewing space. Highlights: 3.8x(90mm) optical zoom, 10.1-megapixel CCD, Venus Engine FHD image processor, able to record HD videos in AVCHD Lite, 3.0-inch large 460,000-dot high resolution Intelligent LCD, and is able to shoot 400 photos (CIPA) per a single charge.
Panasonic announced its new LUMIX DMC-FZ100 camera. Utilizing the newly developed LEICA DC VARIO-ELMARIT lens, the FZ100 offers a powerful 24x optical zoom. As the company’s first hybrid compact digital camera with a MOS sensor, the LUMIX FZ100 can record full 1080 High Definition (HD) video – giving consumers a powerful hybrid that can shoot video and still photos with ease and professional-like quality.
Sony introduces the NEX-VG10E HD camcorder with interchangeable lenses. Featuring an extra-large Exmor APS HD CMOS sensor, the NEX-VG10E allows the creation of exquisitely cinematic background defocus effects. Expected to be available from October 2010, the world’s first consumer HD camcorder with interchangeable lenses compatible with a choice of E-mount lenses plus A-mount α DSLR lenses (via optional adaptor). Other highlights: a 14.2 effective megapixel Exmor APS HD CMOS sensor, an image-stabilised E18-200mm F3.5-6.3 OSS lens with 11x optical zoom range, and a 3 inch-type Xtra Fine LCD.
SparkPlug has developed a tiny LED flash that plugs into the dock connector on the iPhone, lighting the scene for photos or video. Its small enough to be attached to a key-ring and draws power from the phone, avoiding chargers or battery replacement. The built in touch sensor detects a finger press on the back of the module, turning on a 96 lumen beam of light. The touch control allows the flash to be used within existing apps without requiring jailbreaking. The flash is designed to fit through the opening in most cases for the dock cable allowing cases to remain in place. The SparkPlug Flash is available for $14.9
To fix a bug in the movie mode, Canon released new firmware update v1.0.8 for its EOS-1D Mark IV digital SLRs. The update also corrects misspellings in the French and Spanish language menus. The latest versions are available for immediate download from Canon’s website. Firmware update v1.0.8 for the EOS Rebel T2i/550D DSLR also available to fix the same problem.
New Cyber-shot TX9 capable of shooting Full HD (1920 x 1080, 50i) AVCHD movie clips, and able to capture 3D images to enjoy on any 3D-compatible TV. Powered by the 12.2 megapixel Exmor R™ CMOS Sensor, Superior Auto mode captures a high-speed burst of up to six frames when you press the shutter button. Other highlights: new Background Defocus, new Soft Skin mode, and Sweep Multi Angle shoots a high-speed burst of fifteen frames, creating a ‘3D-style’ image of your subject that can be viewed from different angles.
