Nikon V1

Chipworks has opened up the Nikon 1 V1 [QuickPrice Check] to see what it uses inside as image sensor (Aptina), image processor (Nikon), memory (Samsung), video processor (Epson) and HDMI transmitter (NXP). It’s an interesting [technical] read.

You can read the Teardown of the Nikon 1 V1 @ Chipworks.

via Rob Galbraith

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Olympus PEN E-PL3

“The [Olympus] Pen E-PL3 shares most of the E-P3′s strengths: excellent image quality, fast performance, 1080i AVCHD video and huge potential for customisation all in a smaller body with fewer controls and a flip-up LCD screen.”

We’ve added another Olympus Pen E-PL3 [QuickPrice Check] review to our Reviews Matrix.

CameraLabs has published their review of the Olympus PEN Lite E-PL3, a Digital Interchangeable Lens Compact System Camera with 12.3MP resolution (on a 17.3 x 13.0 mm High Speed Live MOS Sensor), Sensor-shift Image Stabilization, Dust Reduction, an extra large 3.0-in. LCD (460k-dot), Full HD Movie (1920×1080/60i) with stereo sound, Intelligent AUTO (auto scene recognition), PASM modes, Scene Modes, Shutter speed range of 60 – 1/4000 sec. plus Bulb (up to 30 mins), Continuous Shooting at 5.5fps, RAW file format, a hot shoe, and Art Filter.

You can read the Olympus E-PL3 Review @ CameraLabs.

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Here is this week’s (Oct 29-Nov 4, 2011) digital camera review roundup:

• CameraLabs recommends the Canon SX40 HS [QuickPrice Check] finding that “with a 35x zoom, 1080p video and 10.3fps shooting, the SX40 HS sounds like an unbeatable camera, but look closely at, and crucially test, the other aspects and the limitations become clear.“
• TrustedReviews recommends the Canon SX40 HS [QuickPrice Check] finding that “if you can live without the picture quality perfection and improved low light performance of a DSLR, this is a great buy.“
• ePHOTOzine finds that the Samsung MV800 [QuickPrice Check] “with the unique MultiView screen [...] stands out from the crowd and is likely to be a popular choice.“
• Photoxels recommends the Samsung MV800 [QuickPrice Check] for point-and-shoot photographers “who especially love to take self-portraits“
• PhotographyBLOG highly recommends the Sony NEX-5N [QuickPrice Check] since “a winning combination of excellent image quality even in low-light, a refined and customisable interface, and fast and responsive operation does make the Sony NEX-5N one of our current favourites. Highly Recommended!“
• PhotographyBLOG highly recommends the Sony SLT-A65 [QuickPrice Check]as “still a fantastic SLT camera that is a genuine threat to the more conventional prosumer DSLRs on the market.“
• DCRP (dcresource) reviews the Pentax Q [QuickPrice Check] and concludes that “its photo quality, performance, and feature set certainly don’t justify the price premium“
• Imaging Resource recommends the Sony Alpha NEX-C3 [QuickPrice Check] as “image quality is very good among compact system cameras, with remarkable ISO performance from 200 to 1,600, producing images that look good printed at 20×30 inches.“
• DigitalCameraInfo reviews the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 [QuickPrice Check] and finds that “colors are accurate, noise is well controlled, and resolution is acceptable. [...] as a cheap, easy camera built for the most casual of photographers, it gets the job done [and will] make a decent gift.“
• TechRadar highly recommends the Sony NEX-5N [QuickPrice Check] finding that the “combination of a large sensor and large lens delivers detail-rich images that knock spots off [...] rivals.“
• DigitalCameraInfo recommends the Nikon D3100 as “a solid entry-level DSLR that is aimed squarely at those looking for an easy-to-use camera that offers affordable performance and interchangeable lenses.“
• TrustedReviews finds the Nikon 1 J1 [QuickPrice Check] “a stylish looking compact system camera that delivers class-leading shooting speeds, super-efficient AF performance and vibrant, punchy images.“
• For more camera reviews, to get a second opinion, and just to read the best reviews on the Web, visit our Reviews Matrix.

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From kinagrannis

It’s tough enough to conceive and direct an interesting music video, let alone make it with 288,000 jelly beans, but that’s exactly how this video was made. In all, it took 22 months, 1,357 hours, 30 people, 2 ladders, 1 still camera and 288,000 jelly beans.

via Likecool

And here’s the behind the scenes:

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