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Sony DSC-TX5 Rugged Digital Camera

By Fresno

Posted Thursday 02/18/2010 9:14 AM
Filed Under: Gear | Cameras

There are plenty of "rugged" cameras on the market, but most of them are chubby little boxes. Sony's new tough cam is only about the size of a deck of cards, but is resistant to dust, low temps and drops of up to five-feet. Inside is a brand new 10.2-megapixel sensor that can grab 10 frames-per-second and 720p HD video at 30 FPS. The back is completely dominated by a 3-inch touchscreen LCD that completely eliminates the need for buttons. The best part is that all of the functions work up to 10-feet underwater, meaning that it will fit in your bathing suit pockets, but it probably won't spend much time there. It will be available in April for $350, so you can get in some practice with it before heading to the beach.

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Lowepro Fastpack 250 Camera Bag

By Fresno

Posted Monday 02/15/2010 12:00 AM
Filed Under: Gear | Cameras

You don't have to be a photography nerd or a tourist to have a DSLR anymore. That means you're going to need a solid camera bag that doesn't make you look like a turtle carrying around a shell full of pricey gear. The Fastpack has enough space for a DSLR with a lens attached as well as a couple more lenses and all the accessories you could ever hope to stick onto your camera. The dividers in the main pocket are extremely customizable and it will comfortably hold a 15.4-inch laptop. The side-entry compartment gives you easy access to your gear and it meets the standards of almost all airline carry-on regulations so you won't end up subjecting your expensive gear to the savage beatings doled out by baggage throwers. $120.

Canon Rebel T2i DSLR

By Fresno

Posted Monday 02/08/2010 1:06 PM
Filed Under: Gear | Cameras

Camera companies sure are keen on shoving HD video cameras into every model they push out these days. The new "entry-level" DSLR from canon comes with an 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS zoom lens for about $900. But, inside you'll find guts similar to the ones found in their more expensive 7D body. It captures 18-megapixel images and has a full range of HD video capabilities including full 1080p capture at 30 fps. If you don't need the kit lens, you can get the body for $800, which is probably a better bet since kit lenses are a lot like earbuds that come free with your MP3 player. It will start hitting shelves in early March, at which point you can start trying to convince your female friends to model for you.

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Olympus SP-800UZ

By Fresno

Posted Tuesday 02/02/2010 3:56 PM
Filed Under: Gear | Cameras

The average point-and-shoot digital camera will give you 3x optical zoom, but the newest super-zoom from Olympus offers up an almost-creepy 30x. That's like taking your DSLR and attaching a lens that goes from a 28mm wide angle all the way to a super telephoto 840mm. That's longer than those big beige monsters you see on the sidelines at NFL games. Of course, at just $350 and with a body small enough to fit in your fanny pack, it's not quite ready to hit the sidelines, but if you bring it into the stands, it's probably long enough to catch Tim Tebow the next time he cries. It also shoots 720p HD video, but be sure to bring a tripod because tryin to hand-hold a camera zoomed to 30x will give you camera shake that makes Cloverfield look steady.

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Olympus Stylus Tough 3000

By Fresno

Posted Tuesday 01/12/2010 1:10 PM
Filed Under: Gear | Cameras

Digital cameras used to be both fragile and super expensive, but now you can get Olympus's ruggedized shooter for $229. Like most of its burly contemporaries, it's resistant to shock, extreme temperatures and dust. Plus, it can shoot under up to 10 feet of water. It captures 720p HD video and even has face detection that works on your dog. The best part is that with cameras that are both cheap and tough, it opens up all kinds of new photo-taking opportunities. Want a unique ocean picture? Set the self-timer and huck it down the beach. If it breaks, you're not out much dough. If it works, you're a modern artist. Available in February.

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Eye-Fi

By Stuff Staff

Posted Thursday 11/26/2009 1:00 PM
Filed Under: Gear | Cameras

Stick the 4 GB Eye-Fi Explore Video SD card in your digicam and it'll use any open wi-fi connection to upload your pics to sites like Flickr and Facebook. Now your best shots won't be lost after an unfortunate encounter with a bar toilet. $99

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Olympus E-P1

By Stuff Staff

Posted Tuesday 11/17/2009 1:00 PM
Filed Under: Gear | Cameras

This digicam looks retro but boasts high-tech SLR specs: 12.3 megapixel resolution, HD video, and an arsenal of interchangable lenses. Since it uses the micro four thirds sensor, it's compact enough to sneak into secret government labs - or football games! $799

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Best Stuff of the Year 2009: Digital Cameras

By Stuff Staff

Posted Wednesday 11/11/2009 7:00 PM
Filed Under: Gear | Cameras

Best Stuff of the Year 2009: Digital Cameras

Whether you're a photo nerd or just some guy that likes to carry around a camera so girls will talk to you about photography, it was a good year for gear. Below are five of the coolest new shooters to make their way into the world in 2009.

Olympus E-P2

Thanks to its Micro Four Thirds guts, the E-P2 captures images like a DSLR, but is small enough to carry around without making you look like you just stepped off of a tour bus. The 12.2-megapixel sensor is complimented by a small, but versatile collection of interchangeable lenses. Plus, it's shoots HD video so you can embarrass your friends in high-definition.

Canon S90

Canon has taken the compact camera to the next level, making a relatively inexpensive pocket cam that can shoot incredible photographs. The 10-megapixel sensor uses bigger pixels than many of its competitors, which makes it great in low-light. Plus, the lens opens all the way to f/2.0 (the lower, the better) so it's definitely not afraid of the dark.

Nikon D3000

If you're moving from a compact to a DSLR, you might not want to jump right into a super-pro rig. The D3000 has a guide mode that uses its 3-inch LCD to show you how to properly set-up your shots. Of course, you can still opt for full manual controls if you actually learn anything about photography. Plus, it's just $600 with a lens.

Pentax K-x

Despite its bright colorful body, the K-x is a serious shooter. For just $650, you get a full-on DSLR that shoots 720p HD video. It has a 12-megapixel sensor that captures great stills, too. While the lens selection isn't what it is with the bigger manufacturers, the intuitive layout and low, $649 price tag make it great for the price.

Hasselblad H4D-60

If money is no object, then this 60-megapixel, $43,000 rig should fit just fine into your gold-plated camera bag. The H4D sets the standard when it comes to professional photography. Each lens will cost you up to $10,000, so make sure you sell a few extra stocks before heading off to the camera store.

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Ricoh GXR

By Fresno

Posted Tuesday 11/10/2009 3:57 PM
Filed Under: Gear | Cameras

You can swap the lens out of your DSLR and you think that's impressive. Well, Ricoh says, "big whoop," because they're new camera uses interchangeable "blocks," which contain the lens as well as the processing chip and the sensor. The camera itself, which is set up like a classic range finder, has a built-in flash and an LCD screen. Everything else is handled by the blocks, the first of which will include a standard 12-megapixel 50mm fixed lens and a 10-megapixel 24-72mm zoom lens. The body is $549 and the blocks range from $440 to $830. It's a steep initial investment, but if the system is successful, could make your camera futureproof.

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Olympus E-P2

By Fresno

Posted Thursday 11/05/2009 6:11 PM
Filed Under: Gear | Cameras

Giant DSLRs take great photos, but you'll look like a tourist walking around town with it slung around your neck. Olympus tries to solve that problem by cramming DSLR guts into a package small enough that it can almost fit in your pocket. The 12.2 megapixel sensor grabs great images and each package comes with an electronic viewfinder that attaches via hot shoe. It also shoots HD video which you can watch on its 3-inch LCD. Or, use the HDMI port to send it to an HDTV. There are two package deals that will be available in February. One comes with a 17mm fixed lens and the other with a zoom. Both come at a $1099 price point.

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Nikon D 3000

By Stuff Video

Posted Monday 10/19/2009 8:00 AM
Filed Under: Gear | Cameras

The D3000 isn't as pricey as some of the pro rigs out there, but it sure doesn't wimp out when it comes to features. In fact, it's a lot like Johnny Utah in Point Break. Both are totally awesome.

Hasselblad H4D-60

By Fresno

Posted Wednesday 09/30/2009 6:00 PM
Filed Under: Gear | Cameras

There are plenty of digital SLRs out there that are capable of shooting magazine-worthy images, but when you're an uber-pro and you're shooting the most beautiful women in the world, this is the camera you want in your hands. First, you should know that it costs $43,000 and that's without a lens. But, all that scratch gets you an enormous 60-megapixel sensor. The resulting images are unlike anything you could ever get out of a camera that, well, you could actually afford. Of course, you can probably just wait a decade or so and we'll all have cameras this nice jammed into our cell phones.

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