Nikon D800

Key features:

• 36.3 MP FX-format CMOS sensor
• Enhanced Multi-Cam 3500-FX AF autofocus system
• New 91,000-pixel 3D Colour Matrix Metering III
• Advanced Scene Recognition System
• Enhanced 51-point AF system
• Full HD (1080p) video
• Video features including full manual control, uncompressed HDMI output, low-light video capability

Additionally, Nikon Canada is releasing the Nikon D800E, a supplementary model for professionals requiring even higher resolution and more extreme versatility.

PRESS RELEASE

Expectations Surpassed: The 36.3 Megapixel Nikon D800 is the Multimedia HD-SLR that Shatters Conventional Resolution Barriers for Maximum Fidelity

The new Nikon D800 offers unrivalled resolution and features designed for a variety of demanding professional photographic and multimedia disciplines, videographers and filmmakers

Mississauga, ON, February 6, 2012 – Today, Nikon Canada announced the highly anticipated D800 HD-SLR, engineered to provide extreme resolution, astounding image quality and valuable video features optimized for professional still and multimedia photographers and videographers. The Nikon D800 offers an unmatched balance of accuracy, functionality and image quality. It incorporates innovative technology such as a high resolution 36.3 megapixel FX-format CMOS sensor, a 91,000-pixel RGB Matrix Metering System, an Advanced Scene Recognition System and many other intuitive features designed to create the preeminent device for the most demanding photo and video applications.

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Sony SLT-A65

“In many other respects – namely its AF speed, the size of its viewfinder, Full HD movie mode and overall level of responsiveness – the A65 is a class-leader, matching and sometimes even exceeding the specifications belonging to some of its closest rivals.”

We’ve added a new Sony SLT-A65 [QuickPrice Check] Review to our Reviews Matrix.

TechRadar has just published their review of the Sony SLT-A65, a Digital Interchangeable Lens (DIL) camera with a 24.3MP APS HD CMOS sensor (23.5 x 15.6mm), 0.50-in XGA OLED EVF (Electronic viewfinder) (2,359k dots), articulated 3.0-in. tiltable LCD (921k-dot), 15 points Phase-detection AF (3 points cross type), Continuous Shooting at 10fps, built-in GPS, and 1920 x 1080/60p AVCHD movie with stereo sound. The fixed translucent (semi-transparent) mirror allows full-time Live View and full-time Phase-detection AF even when recording HD movies.

Read the Sony SLT-A65 Review @ TechRadar.

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This prohibition to using a DSLR takes the prize: “Due to their combination of high-quality sensor and high resolution, digital SLR cameras are unfortunately not permitted inside the station.”

How asinine can this be? This sign is posted at the entrance of the London Transport Museum since digital SLRs “are classed as professional equipment.” Note that there is no ban on taking photos, only on using “big” DSLRs and tripods which could “risk the safety of the majority of people for a minority.”

So is the ban due to the high-quality/high resolution of DSLRs or for safety reason?

So, y’all just bring your non-professional looking compact mirrorless now and you’ll be fine.

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Sigma SD1

If [...] you have a lot of money to spend then take a look at the Sigma SD1. The pictures are very good after all and ultimately that’s what’s important.

We’ve added another Sigma SD-1 [QuickPrice Check] review to our Reviews Matrix.

PhotographyBLOG has published their review of the Sigma SD1 with 15x3MP resolution (on a 23.5 x 15.7 mm Foveon X3 sensor), 11-point AF system with all twin cross-type sensors, Shutter Speed range of 1/8000th – 30 sec plus Bulb, Continuous Shooting 5fps, Optical viewfinder with 98% frame coverage, ISO range from 100-6400, 3.0-inch LCD Monitor (460k-dot). The Sigma SD1 features its own SA bayonet mount, is weather-resistant and has a solid magnesium-alloy body.

Read the Sigma SD1 Review @ PhotographyBLOG.

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Nikon D3100

“With great handling for such a small SLR and impeccable image quality in practically every shot, the Nikon D3100 is both highly impressive and utterly dependable.”

We’ve added another Nikon D3100 [Specs] review to our Reviews Matrix.

TechRadar has published his review of the Nikon D3100, an entry-level Family digital SLR camera with 14.2MP (APS-C CMOS), PASM, Guide Mode, Scene Modes, Scene Auto Selector, Active D-Lighting, 11-point AF, 3.0-in. LCD (230K dots), RAW, Live View, and Full HD 1920 x 1080 @ 24 fps.

You can read the Nikon D3100 Review @ TechRadar.

Sony SLT-A65

“The bargain Digital SLR of the year [...] in many ways the camera out performs every other SLR available at this price.”

We’ve added a new Sony SLT-A65 [QuickPrice Check] Review to our Reviews Matrix.

ePHOTOzine has just published their review of the Sony SLT-A65, a Digital Interchangeable Lens (DIL) camera with a 24.3MP APS HD CMOS sensor (23.5 x 15.6mm), 0.50-in XGA OLED EVF (Electronic viewfinder) (2,359k dots), articulated 3.0-in. tiltable LCD (921k-dot), 15 points Phase-detection AF (3 points cross type), Continuous Shooting at 10fps, built-in GPS, and 1920 x 1080/60p AVCHD movie with stereo sound. The fixed translucent (semi-transparent) mirror allows full-time Live View and full-time Phase-detection AF even when recording HD movies.

Read the Sony SLT-A65 Review @ ePHOTOzine.

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Canon EOS-1D X

The Canon EOS-1D X is the replacement for both the EOS-1D Mark IV and EOS-1Ds Mark III, and is slated for late March 2012, just in time for the 2012 London Olympics. The “X” apparently stands for “Crossover” or “Xtreme” or even the 10th generation EOS (or something like that).

DC Watch has an interview of the execs responsible for the design and development of the camera. It is in Japanese and we provide a [rather crude] English translation via Google translate.

Sony SLT-A77

“The AF system is blisteringly quick and accurate [but] a bit of a sluggish start-up time, slight delay when switching between using the EVF and LCD for shooting and high ISO noise performance that, while still very good, doesn’t quite match that of its major rivals.”

We’ve added a new Sony SLT-A77 [QuickPrice Check] to our Reviews Matrix.

TechRadar has published their review of the Sony SLT-A77, a weather-resistant, translucent mirror DSLR with 24.3MP (23.5 X 15.6mm Exmor™ APS HD CMOS sensor), Sony A-mount, Sensor-shift Image Stabilization, 3.0-in. (921K-dot) Tilt/Swivel LCD, top-mounted LCD, 0.50-in. XGA OLED EVF (Electronic viewfinder) (2,359k dots), 19 points (11 points cross type) Full-time Phase-detection AF, PASM, Scene Modes, Shutter speeds range 1/8000 to 30 seconds plus Bulb, Continuous Shooting 12fps (Continuous Priority AE), Auto HDR, Sweep Panorama, D-Range Optimizer, ISO (50) 100-12800 (16000), Hi-speed sync flash capability, Picture Effects, built-in GPS, and Full HD Movie with manual controls. The Translucent Mirror Technology allows the SLT-A77 to have full-time super fast Phase-detection AF in Live View Still and Movie recording.

Read the Sony SLT-A77 Review @ TechRadar.

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