Casio Exilim EX-G1

“Ultimately where the EX-G1 is a letdown is as regards the wildly variable quality of its images.”

We’ve added another Casio EXILIM EX-G1 [QuickPrice Check] review to our Reviews Matrix.

PhotographyBLOG has published their review of the Casio EXILIM EX-G1, a shock-resistant (fall from 2.13m / 7 ft), waterproof (depth of 3m / 10 ft for up to 1 hour), freezeproof (-14°F) and dustproof digital camera with 12.1MP resolution, 3X optical zoom (38-114mm equiv.), 2.5-in. monitor (230k-dot), Intelligent AF, Advanced Dynamic Photo function, Movie 848×480 pixels — all in a sleek 0.78-in. low-profile body.

You can read the full Casio EXILIM EX-G1 Review at: PhotographyBLOG.

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 / FT2

“The DMC-FT2 really will survive most things that you throw at it, or throw it into.”

We’ve added another Panasonic Lumix FT2 [QuickPrice Check - UK] review to our Reviews Matrix.

PhotographyBLOG has published their review of the Panasonic DMC-TS2 / FT2, a rugged shockproof (fall from 2m / 7ft), waterproof (depth of 10m / 33ft), freezeproof (14° F / -10° C) and dustproof camera with 14.1MP resolution, 4.6x wide-angle optical zoom (28-128mm equiv.), 2.7-in. (230k-dot) LCD, HD Video, optical Image Stabilization, Intelligent AUTO, Intelligent Scene Selector, Intelligent Resolution, and super fast response time.

You can read the full Panasonic TS2 Review at: PhotographyBLOG.

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Casio Exilim EX-G1

“If I were in the market for an all-weather compact digital I’d buy a G1.”

We’ve added another Casio EXILIM EX-G1 [QuickPrice Check] review to our Reviews Matrix.

DigitalCameraReview has published their review of the Casio EXILIM EX-G1, a shock-resistant (fall from 2.13m / 7 ft), waterproof (depth of 3m / 10 ft for up to 1 hour), freezeproof (-14°F) and dustproof digital camera with 12.1MP resolution, 3X optical zoom (38-114mm equiv.), 2.5-in. monitor (230k-dot), Intelligent AF, Advanced Dynamic Photo function, Movie 848×480 pixels — all in a sleek 0.78-in. low-profile body.

You can read the full Casio EXILIM EX-G1 Review at: DigitalCameraReview.

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Fujifilm FinePix XP10

FUJIFILM FINEPIX XP10 – THE ALL-WEATHER, ADVENTUREPROOF DIGITAL CAMERA

February 2, 2010

Shockproof, Waterproof, Freezeproof and Dustproof with a 5X Optical Zoom

Mississauga, ON – Fujifilm is delighted to announce the launch of the FinePix XP10, the first in a new category of super-tough compact cameras that are shockproof, waterproof, freezeproof and dustproof.

Not only is the XP10 resilient, but with a core specification of 12 Megapixel resolution, a high-precision 5x Fujinon Optical Zoom lens and HD recording, you can capture breathtaking images with total peace of mind. The FinePix XP10’s tough credentials are neatly hidden in its small, lightweight and stylish metal body which is so slim you can put it in your pocket and carry with you everywhere. And with an exciting NEW easy web upload function, sharing photos of your adventures with your friends is simple and quick.

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2

PANASONIC’S RUGGED DIGITAL CAMERA GETS TOUGHER – WATERPROOF TO 33 FEET, FREEZEPROOF, SHOCKPROOF – WITH THE ABILITY TO RECORD HIGH DEFINITION VIDEO

New Panasonic LUMIX TS2 Features a Rugged Design, Allowing for Extreme
Outdoor Use, Yet Still Easy to Use to Capture High Quality Photos

MISSISSAUGA, ON (January 28, 2010) – Panasonic Canada Inc. today introduced the new LUMIX DMC-TS2, a successor to the company’s first rugged digital camera designed for active outdoor use, the LUMIX DMC-TS1. Featuring High Definition video recording capability in the AVCHD Lite format¹, the new 14.1-megapixel LUMIX TS2 is tougher than its predecessor and features innovative upgrades for the adventurous consumer – it’s waterproof to 33 feet (10m), shockproof² to 10 feet (2m), freezeproof to -10ºC (14ºF) and is dustproof².

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Olympus TOUGH 6000 / 6010

“The Tough 6010 is one of the better looking options out there.”

PhotographyBLOG has posted their review of the Olympus TOUGH 6000 / 6010 [Specs], a waterproof, shockproof and freezeproof ultra compact digital camera with "very good noise control right up to 400 ISO" and featuring 10MP resolution (1/2.3-in. CCD), 3.6x wide-angle optical zoom (28-102mm equiv.), sensor-shift image stabilization, 2.7-in. LCD (230K dots), VGA movie (640×480) @ 30fps, Tap Control, Face Detection, Smile Detection and In-Camera Panorama.

You can read the full Olympus TOUGH 6010 Review at: PhotographyBLOG

Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 / FT2

PANASONIC’S RUGGED DIGITAL CAMERA GETS TOUGHER – WATERPROOF TO 33 FEET, FREEZEPROOF, SHOCKPROOF*1 – WITH THE ABILITY TO RECORD HIGH DEFINITION VIDEO

New Panasonic LUMIX TS2 Features a Rugged Design, Allowing for Extreme Outdoor Use, Yet Still Easy to Use to Capture High Quality Photos

Secaucus, NJ (January 26, 2010) – Panasonic today introduced the new LUMIX DMC-TS2, a successor to the company’s first rugged digital camera designed for active outdoor use, the LUMIX DMC-TS1. Featuring High Definition video recording capability, in the AVCHD Lite format, the new 14.1-megapixel LUMIX TS2 further strengthens its toughness when compared to its predecessor and is waterproof to 33 feet (10m), shockproof to 10 feet (2m), freezeproof to 14° F (-10° C) and dustproof*1.

“We have been very pleased to see that consumers found true value in Panasonic’s first rugged digital camera, knowing that they could take it on their outdoor adventures where it could withstand drops, water and dust. But even more, we saw that users enjoyed our LUMIX TS1 for their daily photo needs – they were able to take high-quality video and photo without worrying if they casually tossed it in their bag or used it in the rain,” said David Briganti, Senior Product Manager, Imaging, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company. “The new LUMIX TS2 gets tougher and we expect it to be a key product in 2010, as its rugged features are becoming even more desirable for active users, especially with this year’s new freezeproof capabilities. Families will enjoy this digital camera, both for their own outdoor activities, vacations, but also so they can allow children to take photos without the anxiety they might otherwise feel of damage.”

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Olympus Stylus TOUGH 3000

OLYMPUS has announced the Stylus TOUGH 3000, a 12MP digital camera that is waterproof (3 m / 10 ft), freezeproof (-10°C / 14°F), and shockproof (1.5 m / 5 foot drop), making it a perfect companion for active families who spend lots of time in the pool, on the slopes and trekking the great outdoors.

It is the first Stylus Tough camera with 720p HD video, and features a 3.6x wide-angle optical zoom (28-102mm equiv.), Sensor-Shift Image Stabilization, Intelligent AUTO, Scene Modes, Face Detection, In-Camera Panorama Stitching, a Magic Filter (Pop Art, Pin Hole, Fish-Eye and Drawing), AF tracking, Geotagging, and Face Recognition functionality.

Also of note is that with the Stylus TOUGH 3000, Olympus has dropped the use of its proprietary xD-Picture Card and switches to SD memory cards (up to 32GB).

Available February 2010 at an Estimated Street Price of CAD 249.99 (US $229.99).

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