Canon PowerShot G1 X

“La gestion du bruit électronique et la dynamique sont du niveau des reflex (moyenne gamme) actuels [mais] nous sommes loin des performances des micro4/3.”

We’ve added a new Canon G1 X [QuickPrice Check] review to our Reviews Matrix.

Focus Numérique has posted their review of the Canon PowerShot G1 X, with 14.3MP resolution (1.5-in. CMOS), 4x wide-angle optical zoom (28-112mm equiv.), optical image stabilization, optical viewfinder, 3.0-in. Vari-angle LCD (922K dots), PASM modes, RAW, and Movie 1920×1080 @ 24fps.

Read the [en français] Canon G1 X Review @ Focus Numérique.

Read a Google English translation here.

Related Links:

• Canon G1 X Press Release
• Canon G1 X Technical Specs: CA | US

Nikon V1

“Techniquement, le Nikon 1 V1 est une belle réussite. Le capteur de 10 Mpx délivre de belles images avec une belle maîtrise de la gestion du bruit électronique si l’on prend en compte la taille du capteur.”

We’ve added a new Nikon 1 V1 [QuickPrice Check] Review to our Reviews Matrix.

Focus Numérique has posted their review of the Nikon 1 V1, a compact mirrorless with 10.1MP resolution (on a 1.0-in. 13.2 x 8.8mm CMOS sensor), interchangeable lens on Nikon 1 mount, 3.0-in. LCD (921k-dot), 1,440,000 -dot (SVGA) electronic viewfinder (EVF), PASM, Scene Modes, Motion Snapshot, Shutter speed range of 1/4,000 to 30 sec. plus B, Continuous Shooting 5fps (or 60fps, electronic shutter), Hybrid autofocus (phase detection/contrast-detect AF), RAW, proprietary accessory shoe, and Full HD 1920 x 1080/60i Movie with stereo sound.

You can read the Nikon 1 V1 Review @ Focus Numérique | Google English Translation.

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Focus Numérique has an interview with Hirotake Nozaki, Nikon Marketing about the new Nikon 1 System.

Two take-aways that may disappoint enthusiasts:

• The Nikon 1 System is targeted to the point-and-shoot crowd
• The Nikon 1 System are not in direct competition with the Sony NEX

Read the interview at: Focus Numérique in French or its Google English translation.

Nikon 1 V1

Focus Numérique has posted ISO samples taken with the Nikon 1 V1. The results are interesting, to say the least, but we’ll wait for a production camera and conduct our own tests before venturing any comments on the matter.

Meanwhile, you can read the results yourself at the original link [in French]: Focus Numérique and the Google English translation.

When a thunderstorm strikes and lightning cracks, I close the shades, make myself a nice hot tea and settle down to a nice movie. What I should rather be doing is set up the tripod, get out the camera and prepare to capture some nice lightning shots — as Laurent Breillat over at Focus Numérqiue [Google translation] advises. He shares tips and techniques to shoot a thunderstorm and accompanying lightning.

Read the article at: Focus Numérqiue [Google translation]

Olympus PEN E-P3

“Le nouveau Pen E-P3 est définitivement le meilleur Micro 4/3 d’Olympus et mérite un recommandé.”

We’ve added another Olympus PEN E-P3 [QuickPrice Check] review to our Reviews Matrix.

Focus Numérique has published their review of the Olympus E-P3, 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 (614k-dot), Full HD Movie (1920×1080/60i) with stereo sound, Intelligent AUTO (auto scene recognition), Scene Modes, AF Tracking, Face Detection, Shadow Adjustment Technology, PASM modes, Shutter speed range of 60 – 1/4000 sec. plus Bulb (up to 30 mins), Continuous Shooting at 5.5fps, RAW file format, Digital Level, MF Assist, a hot shoe, Live View Autofocus system with real time focus, Multiple Exposure, Wireless compatibility (using optional PP-1 Penpal or Eye-Fi card), and Art Filters.

You can read the Olympus E-P3 Review @ Focus Numérique | Google english translation
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Endless Interestingness

One of the reasons why we like Flickr so much is because there are so many beautiful images on it. But finding them can be a hit and miss proposition. Now, a site has made finding these images much easier [OK, that's debatable] by creating an endless matrix of thumbnails of interesting pictures from Flickr. It’s endless because as you move your cursor up, down, right, left or diagonally, you keep “swimming” in that sea of interesting pictures. I love it!

Find one that tickles your fancy? Just click it!

Visit our Featured Site: Endless Interestingness

source focus numérique

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Sony NEX-C3

“Le NEX-C3 [...] délivre une belle qualité d’image jusqu’à 6400 ISO, ce qui est une excellente performance.”

We’ve added another Sony Alpha NEX-C3 [QuickPrice Check] review to our Reviews Matrix.

Focus Numérique has published their review of the Sony NEX-C3, an Interchangeable Lens Camera (“compact mirrorless DSLR”) with a 16.2MP EXMOR APS HD CMOS sensor, 3.0-in. tiltabe LCD (921k-dot), iAUTO, PASM, Scene Modes, Sweep Panorama, clip-on flash, Anti Motion Blur, Manual Focus, Background Defocus, Picture Effect, Hand-held Twilight Mode, Peaking function, supplied detachable flash, Continuous Shooting at 5.5fps, Auto HDR, Dynamic Range Optimizer, RAW, Anti-Dust Technology, and HD 720p Movie 1080 x 720 @ 30fps. The NEX-C3 has a Dual Format Media Card Slot that accepts Memory Stick PRO Duo™/Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo™ and SD/SDHC media (Class 4 or higher recommended).

You can read the Sony NEX-C3 review at: Focus Numérique [ Google Translation ].

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Canon EOS Rebel T3i / 600D

“Le [Canon] 600D est un reflex bien équilibré avec, à la fois une bonne qualité d’image, une réactivité satisfaisante , une bonne prise en mains et une ergonomie étudiée.”

We’ve added a new Canon EOS Rebel T3i / 600D [QuickPrice Check] Review to our Reviews Matrix.

Focus Numérique has published their review of the Canon EOS Rebel T3i / 600D digital SLR camera with 18MP resolution on a large APS-C CMOS image sensor, a large 3.0-in. high resolution (1.04 million dots) Vari-angle LCD display screen, ISO range of 100-6400 (expandable to 12,800), and Full HD Movie 1920×1080 at 24fps. It is targeted to Families, as well as beginner and serious amateur photographers.

You can read the Canon EOS Rebel T3i / 600D Review at: Focus Numérique.

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