Olympus E-P2

The Olympus E-P2 adds AF Tracking and a tiltable high resolution EVF (1.44 million dot resolution). Now available in black.

Main changes:

• Continuous Autofocus (C-AF) Tracking System
• Tiltable (90 degrees) hi-res (1.44M dots) VF-2 live-finder with 1.15x magnification and 100% field of view
• Movie 720p @ 30fps
• Manual movie mode allows for independent control of aperture and shutter
• iEnhance (color boost)
• HDMI Control from Your HDTV Remote
• Two new Art Filters (Diorama, Cross Process), for stills and video
• Optional EMA-1 Microphone adapter accepts the optional Olympus ME-51S stereo microphone
• Available December 2009 for CAD $1099.99 with the ED 14-42mm f3.5/5.6 Zuiko Digital Zoom Lens or CAD $1199.99 with the 17mm f2.8 Zuiko Digital Zoom {”pancake”) Lens. The EVF is included.

Olympus has also announced two new lenses: the M. Zuiko Digital ED 9-18mm f/4.0-5.6 super wide-angle zoom and the M. Zuiko Digital ED 14-150mm f/4.0-5.6 high-power telephoto zoom.

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Canon EOS 1D Mark IV

INTRODUCING THE ULTIMATE MULTIMEDIA IMAGING SOLUTION: THE NEW CANON EOS-1D MARK IV DIGITAL SLR CAMERA

The EOS-1D Mark IV Features a Completely Redesigned 45-Point Autofocus System, Fast 10 fps Continuous Shooting, 16-Megapixel Resolution, Outstanding ISO Sensitivity, and Full HD Video Recording at Selectable Frame Rates

MISSISSAUGA, ON,October 20, 2009 – Canon Canada Inc., a leader in digital imaging, is proud to introduce the next evolution in the EOS 1D series of cameras: the Canon EOS-1D Mark IV Digital SLR camera. The EOS-1D Mark IV is a high-speed multimedia performance monster with a 16-megapixel Canon CMOS sensor, Dual DIGIC 4 Imaging Processors, and 14-bit A/D data conversion, all at 10 frames-per-second (fps), with the widest ISO range Canon has produced to date. This new camera also features 1080p Full High-Definition video capture at selectable frame rates packaged in Canon’s most rugged and durable professional camera body.

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Fujifilm FinePix S200EXR

Just Posted! Fujifilm FinePix S200EXR Review

The Fujifilm FinePix S200EXR is the closest you’ll get to a DSLR-experience without buying a DSLR. It now incorporates the Super CCD EXR image sensor that promises to do away with blown highlights. It is point-and-shoot easy to use while at the same time providing the exposure flexibility the advanced photographer demands.

[ Read more in our Fujifilm S200EXR Review... ]

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Nikon D3s

Nikon Continues Imaging Evolution with D3s, Instituting New Levels of Power and Performance for Professional Photographers

Redefining digital SLR photography possibilities with extreme ISO sensitivity for stills and video and overall enhanced performance

Mississauga, ON, October 14, 2009 – Nikon Canada today introduced the FX-format D3s digital SLR, providing professional photographers with a powerful tool that redefines the boundaries of digital SLR versatility, while maintaining the strength of superior image quality and high speed performance inherited from its groundbreaking D3. The D3s enables new opportunities in low-light photography, providing photographers with an added shutter speed and aperture choice with a base ISO sensitivity range from ISO 200 to a remarkable 12,800; and features an incredible Hi 3 setting of 102,400, enabling photographers to create images previously thought impossible.

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Nikon AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 85mm f/3.5G ED VR

Nikon Canada Launches New AF-S DX Micro 85mm f/3.5 ED VR Lens

Medium telephoto lens designed for extreme close-up photography

Mississauga, ON, October 14, 2009 – Nikon Canada today introduced the new medium telephoto AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 85mm f/3.5G ED VR lens. While the new lens is designed specifically for extreme close-up photography, it is also perfectly suited for portrait, nature and general imaging. Focusing as close as 27mm, this new 85mm Micro lens allows photographers to capture breathtaking close-up images with life-size reproduction ratios up to 1:1, helping to ensure that even the most subtle of subject detail is reproduced faithfully. The new 85mm Micro lens, in conjunction with Nikon DX format digital SLR camera, renders a picture angle equivalent of 127.5mm (in the 35mm or FX-format), providing a natural perspective along with a desirable and practical lens-to-subject working distance.

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Fujifilm FinePix F70EXR

Just Posted! Fujifilm FinePix F70EXR Review

The Fujifilm FinePix F70EXR is Fujifilm’s first compact long zoom digital camera and, at 22.7mm (0.9 in.) thin, is slim enough to carry in a trousers pocket. The Super CCD EXR image sensor allows you to take great pictures in all light conditions.

[ Read more in our Fujifilm F70EXR Review... ]

Fujifilm FinePix Z37 / Z35

Just Posted! Fujifilm Z35 Review

The Fujifilm FinePix Z35 is an ultra compact digital camera that is both affordable and stylish, especially in its two-tone versions (Black & Silver or White & Pink). It is slim enough to carry in a jeans pocket and takes good pictures at base ISO in good lighting. Ideal for a young child or teen looking for their first digital camera.

[ Read more in our Fujifilm Z35 Review... ]

Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 / ZX1

Just Posted! Panasonic ZR1 Review

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 is a smaller and lighter ultra zoom that packs an 8x ultra wide-angle optical zoom into a body slim enough to carry in a trousers pocket. It takes great pictures in Intelligent AUTO mode, and you may find it hard to leave home without it.

[ Read more in our Panasonic ZR1 Review... ]

Nikon Coolpix S1000pj

Just Posted! Nikon Coolpix S1000pj Review

The Nikon Coolpix S1000pj is an easy-to-use point-and-shoot ultra compact digital camera that uniquely features a built-in projector. Being able to share your pictures immediately without people crowding all around you adds a new dimension of fun to your digital photography.

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Pentax K-x

GOLDEN, CO (September 16, 2009)… PENTAX Imaging Company redefines the entry-level digital SLR category with the introduction of the K-x digital SLR. This latest PENTAX camera offers high-end features including Live View and HD video. And, since there’s no rule that SLR cameras must come in black only, the K-x will be available in a choice of white or black, as well as special, limited edition red and navy.

Priced at $599.95 USD (for body with DA L 18-55mm lens), the extremely compact and lightweight PENTAX K-x forges ahead on the trail initiated by the popular PENTAX K2000. With a one-handed shooting design and simple, easy-to-use operation, the K-x is perfect for users stepping up from a point and shoot digital camera to their first digital SLR.

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