Canon PowerShot SD970 IS

DigitalCameraReview has posted their review of the Canon PowerShot SD970 IS [Specs], an ultra compact digital camera where "image quality and color fidelity are first rate" with its 12.1MP resolution (1/2.3-in. CCD), 4x wide-angle optical zoom (28-112mm equiv.), optical image stabilization, 2.8-in. LCD (230K dots), HD movie (1280×720) @ 30fps, Smart AUTO, Face Detection, Face Detection Self-timer and new Active Display Technology (just tilt or shake camera to advance photo in Playback).

Sony DSC-T90 Cyber-shot

Steve’s Digicams has published their review of the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 [QuickPrice Check], an ultra slim digital camera offering “good overall image quality” with its 12.1MP resolution (1/2.3-in. CCD), 4x optical zoom (35-140mm equiv.), optical Image Stabilization, 3.0-in. high resolution Touch-Screen LCD (230K dots), Face Detection, Dynamic Range Optimizer, Intelligent Auto, Easy Shooting, Anti-blink, Smile Shutter, and HD Movie 1280 x 720 @ 30fps.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230

Steve’s Digicams has published their review of the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230 [QuickPrice Check], a “decent 12-megapixel ultra-compact model” with its 12.1MP resolution (1/2.3-in. CCD), 4x optical zoom (30-120mm equiv.), optical Image Stabilization, 3.0-in. LCD (230K dots), Easy Shooting Mode, Intelligent Scene Recognition, Smile Shutter™ technology, Face Detection, and Movie 640×480 @ 30fps.

Canon EOS Rebel T1i / 500D

DPReview has published their review of the Canon EOS Rebel T1i / 500D [Specs], a DSLR which is "the currently best specced camera in the segment," featuring 15.1MP resolution (on a 22.3 x 14.9 mm CMOS sensor), an extra large 3.0-in. high resolution (920K dots) LCD, Integrated Cleaning System, 9-point Phase Detection AF, Live View, PASM, Shutter Speed range of 30 – 1/4000 sec. plus Bulb, Continuous 3.4fps, and RAW file format.

PANASONIC ANNOUNCES PRICING FOR LUMIX GH1, A NEW MICRO FOUR THIRDS DIGITAL CAMERA WITH FULL-HIGH DEFINITION VIDEO RECORDING CAPABILITY

Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1

Mississauga, ON (June 8, 2009) – Panasonic Canada Inc. today announced pricing for the highly-anticipated LUMIX DMC-GH1, the new Micro Four Thirds digital camera with Full-High Definition (HD) video recording ability, which will be available in early June for a suggested retail price of CAD $1,899.99. The LUMIX DMC-GH1 includes the unrivalled LUMIX G VARIO 14-140mm/F4.0-5.8 ASPH/MEGA O.I.S. lens as part of the kit. The new lens, designed to support HD movie recording, features a silent motor and continuous auto focusing (AF) capability – a differentiator from traditional DSLRs.

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Now that he is not hosting the Tonight Show anymore, Jay Leno has more time to write articles. In this one on Popular Mechanics, he shows how he uses a 3D printer to “print” out old parts for his many “old” cars.

Here’s an interesting article on how to make a cheap tripod that attaches to your bicycle. Screw in your camera (cheap, not the expensive type) and presto you can record your bike adventures. Of course, we do not guarantee the safety of using this tripod and you may have other ideas to improve it. You do not want to attach your expensive DSLR or compact digital camera on such a simple contraption.

Related links:

- StickPic

- Bottle Cap Tripod

"An excellent choice for the beginner photographer."

Nikon D5000

LetsGoDigital has published their review of the full-frame Nikon D5000 [Specs]:
- 12.3 megapixel DX format CMOS sensor
- Low noise from ISO 200 to ISO 3200
- Continuous shooting 4fps
- 11-point AF system
- 3.0-in. 920,000 dots LCD monitor
- Active D-Lighting
- Integrated Dust Reduction System
- Picture Control
- Scene Recognition System
- Quiet shooting mode
- Advanced Wireless Lighting
- PASM
- HD Movie 1,280 x 720 @ 24 fps with monaural sound
- Live View
- Vari-angle 2.7-in. (230K dots) LCD
- Global Positioning System (GPS) via an optional GP-1 unit

[ Nikon D5000 QuickPrice Check ]

Related Links:
- Nikon D5000 Specs: US | CAN | UK | Nikon Imaging