Tag archive: optical image stabilization

Panasonic has introduced three new models in its Lumix camera lineup, the full-size Lumix FZ35 and two new compact point-and-shoot cameras, the Lumix FP8 and the Lumix ZR1. The cameras are designed to appeal to a broad range of consumer photographers, from folks who want substantial zooming capabilities and HD video to folks most concerned about putting a camera discretely in a bag or pocket. First up, the Lumx FZ35 sports a 12.1… Read More

Canon has introduced its new XH A1S and XH G1S video camcorders, aimed at the prosumer and videographer market rather than directly at everyday consumers' pocketbooks. The HD units record video to HDV tapes, offer optical image stabilization, and offer a 20× manual zoom that can operate simultaneously in manual or autofocus mode, giving video creators a high degree of control over their shots. Both the XH A1S and XH G1S offer… Read More

Sony Electronics today announced a new selection of Cyber-shot digital cameras, one set designed to appeal to to the fashion-conscious point-and-shoot crowd, and another offering advanced features and a whopping 15×optical zoom for more demanding photographers. First up, the Cyber-shot DSC-T100 and DSC-T20 offer 8 megapixel resolutions, slim profiles, and fashion-friendly colors. The T100 sports a 5×optical zoom, 3-inch LCD… Read More

Not to be left out of the pre-PMA hype, FujiFilm today announced three new FinePix cameras sure to appeal to first-time digital photographers as well as experienced snappers looking for advanced features at a checkbook-friendly price. First up, the FinePix S5700 (which FujiFilm seems to want to call the S700 elsewhere…) offers a 7.1 megapixel resolution with a nice 10×optical zoom and ISO sensitivity all the way up to 1600. The… Read More

Panasonic has announced a slew of new models for its Lumix digital camera line, adding features sure to appeal to first-time and casual picture-snapper as well as powerful capabilities, big optical zooms, and technical hutzpah at the high end to keep photo enthusiasts happy. Top of the heap is the new impressively-specced Lumix DMC-FZ8, sporint a 12× optical zoom, easy manual operation sure to appeal to all the photo buffs out… Read More

Advanced features include a high-performance Leica Dicomar lens, 12x optical zoom and 700x digital zoom(2), optical image stabilization and much more. The PV-GS400, available in August, boasts an MSRP* of $1499.95 — a new breakthrough in pricing* for a 3CCD camcorder of this caliber. “The new PV-GS400 is the only 3CCD digital camcorder to incorporate a 4-megapixel still camera — the highest resolution of any consumer… Read More

Everyone wants one. They come in all sorts of shapes and sizes, colors and cases. Most let you listen to music, some allow you to watch video and a few are even wireless. They're one of the most popular consumer electronics products out there and a computer company named Apple is the current industry leader. We are of course referring to the mighty digital audio or MP3 player. Since their introduction in the late ‘90s, digital… Read More