Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2

“After a week of testing I’ve decided to buy a GH2 [...] In summary, the GH2 looks to be a winner. ”

We’ve added another Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 First Look to our Reviews Matrix.

Luminous Landscape has posted their review of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 with 16MP resolution (on a 17.3 x 13.0 mm Live MOS Sensor), 3.0-in. high resolution (460k-dot) Free-angle Touch-control LCD, fast Contrast-Detect AF, Live View, high resolution (1,533,600 dots equivalent) EVF, eye sensor, Dust Reduction, iA, PASM, Scene Modes, and Full HD Movie 1920×1080 60i with stereo sound. The DMC-GH2 accepts the 3D lens LUMIX G 12.5mm / F12.

You can read the full Panasonic GH2 preview at: Luminous Landscape.

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14/10/2010 05:00

More enhancements for NEX-5/NEX-3 cameras

Firmware upgrade adds AF support for A-mount lenses

A new firmware upgrade adds further operating refinements to the NEX-5/NEX-3 compact system cameras from Sony.

Available now for download¹ with versions available for Windows and Mac OS², the free upgrade adds several performance enhancements.

• Autofocus is now supported when using the NEX-5/NEX-3 with 14 lenses from the full range of A-mount optics by Sony and Carl Zeiss that includes telephotos, primes and zooms.
• Aperture settings can be maintained during HD movie recording, and
• System menu operation has been streamlined alongside other usability improvements.

Registered NEX-5/NEX-3 owners will be advised of the free update via email.

Autofocus with A-mount lenses
Single-shot autofocus is supported with 14 optional A-mount SAM and SSM lens models³ when used with the optional LA-EA1 Mount Adaptor. Single-shot AF is also possible while in movie recording mode by pressing the shutter button halfway down. Support for AF operation with A-mount lenses also requires a separate firmware upgrade for the LA-EA1.

Aperture priority with video recording
HD video can be shot while maintaining constant aperture, either in A (aperture priority) mode or in iAuto mode with background defocus activated. This aids the simple creation of beautiful background defocus effects during movie recording.

Soft key settings
It’s possible to customise functions of two of the three soft keys on the camera’s rear panel. Functions that can be assigned include Shooting Mode, Shooting Tips, Precision Digital Zoom, ISO, White Balance, Metering Mode, Flash Compensation, DRO, Auto HDR, Creative Style, MF Assist and AF Area.

Menu start
When ‘Menu’ is selected, there’s now the option to display either the main menu screen or the last parameter set. This simplifies quick readjustment of recently-selected functions and settings.

MF Assist
An enlarged image portion can be displayed on screen with user-selectable duration while in MF (Manual Focus) Assist mode. MF Assist operation has also been improved. The previously-chosen magnified image portion can now be maintained when MF Assist is re-selected, making repeated checks of fine focus quicker and more convenient.

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2

PANASONIC INTRODUCES LUMIX GH2 – HYBRID TOUCH-CONTROL DIGITAL CAMERA COMPATIBLE WITH WORLD’S FIRST INTERCHANGEABLE 3D LENS

The GH2′s speed allows Full HD video recording and professional-level photo capabilities while features like touch-screen operation make it easy for beginners

MISSISSAUGA, ON, Sept. 22 /CNW/ – Panasonic Canada Inc. announced today the LUMIX DMC-GH2, a hybrid touch-control camera featuring full High Definition (HD) video recording and compatibility with the world’s first1 interchangeable 3D lens. The LUMIX GH2 elevates the company’s revolutionary LUMIX G Series, a line of Digital Single Lens Micro (DSLMicro) cameras that deliver professional-level features and performance in a compact and easy-to-use camera body.

Compatible with the Micro Four Thirds System standard, the lightweight LUMIX GH2 is newly designed with an easy-to-hold grip, a refined image processing engine and sensor that delivers fast, sharp photos, full HD video recording, and the intuitive touch-control operation provides ease of use in shooting and playback. Plus, Panasonic’s new interchangeable 3D lens offers the opportunity to take 3D photos.

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2

PANASONIC INTRODUCES LUMIX GH2 – HYBRID TOUCH-CONTROL DIGITAL CAMERA COMPATIBLE WITH WORLD’S FIRST1 INTERCHANGEABLE 3D LENS

The Panasonic LUMIX GH2’s Speed Allows Full HD Video Recording and Professional-Level Photo Capabilities; While Features Like Touch-Screen Operation Make it Easy for Beginners

SECAUCUS, NJ (September 21, 2010) – Panasonic today announced the LUMIX DMC-GH2, a hybrid touch-control camera featuring full High Definition (HD) video recording and compatibility with the world’s first1 interchangeable 3D lens. The LUMIX GH2 elevates the company’s revolutionary LUMIX G Series, its line of Digital Single Lens Micro (DSLM) cameras that deliver professional-level features and performance in a compact and easy-to-use camera body.

Compatible with the Micro Four Thirds System standard, the lightweight LUMIX GH2 is newly designed with an easy-to-hold grip and includes a refined image processing engine and sensor that delivers fast, sharp photos, full HD video recording, and the ability to take 3D photos with Panasonic’s new interchangeable 3D lens. In addition, the intuitive touch-control operation provides ease of use in shooting and playback.

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Samsung NX100

SAMSUNG SETS SIGHTS ON INDUSTRY LEADERSHIP WITH PIONEERING NX100

New Mirrorless camera incorporates unique new i-Function lens to give beginner and expert photographer’s seamless control and creativity

MISSISSAUGA, ON, Sept. 15 /CNW/ – Samsung Electronics Canada, today announced the launch of the unique Samsung NX100 – an innovative Mirrorless camera equipped with the world’s first i-Function lens, putting the perfect picture at the fingertips of all photographers through a completely new way of controlling your camera.

The NX100 is expected to dominate the new Mirrorless camera category. The innovative NX100 has benefited from Samsung’s expertise across multiple areas of technology as all of the camera’s key components are produced internally. Samsung’s expertise has been combined with a detailed and extensive program of consumer research, which provided valuable insights that the company’s designers and engineers have incorporated into the creation of the NX100. Additionally, the unparalleled camera is complemented by an extensive line up of lenses and accessories, which give photographers the full package to explore their creativity.

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Samsung NX100

SAMSUNG SETS SIGHTS ON INDUSTRY LEADERSHIP WITH PIONEERING NX100

New Mirrorless Camera Incorporates Unique New i-Function Lens to Give Beginner and Expert Photographers Seamless Control and Creativity

Ridgefield Park, NJ (September 14, 2010) – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, a global leader in digital media and digital convergence technologies, today announced the launch of the unique Samsung NX100 – an innovative mirrorless camera equipped with the world’s first i-Function lens, putting the perfect picture at the fingertips of all photographers through a completely new way of controlling your camera.

The NX100 is expected to dominate the new mirrorless camera category. The innovative NX100 has benefited from Samsung’s expertise across multiple areas of technology as all of the camera’s key components are produced internally. Samsung’s expertise has been combined with a detailed and extensive program of consumer research, which provided valuable insights that the company’s designers and engineers have incorporated into the creation of the NX100. Additionally, the unparalleled camera is complemented by an extensive line up of lenses and accessories, which give photographers the full package to explore their creativity.

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Sony NEX-5 with 16mm pancake lens

“The Sony Alpha NEX-5 is one of the most impressive, exciting and enjoyable cameras we’ve used for a long time. Equally it could be one of the most frustrating too.”

We’ve added another Sony NEX-5 [QuickPrice Check] (and Nex-3) review to our Reviews Matrix.

Camera Labs has published their review of the Sony NEX-5, a Digital Interchangeable Lens (DIL, aka “mirrorless DSLR”) camera with a 14.2MP EXMOR APS HD CMOS sensor, 3.0-in. tilting LCD (921k-dot), PASM, Scene Modes, Sweep Panorama, clip-on flash, and Full HD Movie 1920 x 1080i with built-in stereo microphones. An optional optical viewfinder is also available.

You can read the full Sony NEX-5 (and Nex-3) review at: Camera Labs.

Sony NEX-3 with 16mm pancake lens

“For more novice users on a budget, [...] the Sony NEX-3 makes a logical step-up model from smaller-sensored compacts.”

We’ve added another Sony Alpha NEX-3 [QuickPrice Check] review to our Reviews Matrix.

PhotographyBLOG has published their review of the Sony NEX-3, a Digital Interchangeable Lens (DIL, aka “mirrorless DSLR”) camera with a 14.2MP EXMOR APS HD CMOS sensor, 3.0-in. tilting LCD (921k-dot), PASM, Scene Modes, Sweep Panorama, clip-on flash, and HD Movie 1080 x 720 @ 30fps. An optional optical viewfinder is also available.

You can read the full Sony NEX-3 review at: PhotographyBLOG.

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