Showing posts with label creative filter. Show all posts
Showing posts with label creative filter. Show all posts
Sunday, November 15, 2015
Canon EOS 100D is the smallest Digital SLR camera with advanced features
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| Canon EOS 100D with a Nikon D700 and D3200. Image: cameraegg.org |
Many people want to have a Digital SLR camera but are reluctant to buy it because of the size and quite heavy if taken on vacation. When they offered with compact-system cameras, they are also not so pleased. Actually, they can choose mirrorless camera.
You also can choose high-class compact camera, but the price is quite expensive. They demand to be able to have a small digital SLR camera with affordable prices and Canon finally answered with the launch of the Canon EOS D100.
If you are curious, you can compare the size of the Canon EOS 100D with the EOS 700D and the Nikon D3200. You will know that this time, the Canon EOS 100D Digital SLR camera is the smallest on the market.
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| Canon EOS 100D and EOS 700D. Image: dailycameranews.com |
Canon EOS D100 seemed to have gone through the process of miniaturization and optimization of products making it named the EOS DSLR camera with the smallest and lightest-in-class design (EOS 100D has the lightest body of all the APS-C DSLR cameras with interchangeable lenses (lens shift). Though the size of this camera is quite small, but the Canon 100D is quite reliable with full ability and in accordance with the expectations of the users of DSLR cameras.
Creative features
The camera is reinforced with 18 Megapixel APS-C CMOS Hybrid AF II combined with the DIGIC 5 processor. Canon EOS D100 is also capable of recording full-HD video with a frame rate of 30fps, 25fps, or 24fps. Although small, the Canon EOS 100D even features an in-camera editing and cropping function that allows us to modify and polish images but it also includes the following scene modes: Food, Candlelight, Night Portrait, Kids, Handheld Night Scene and HDR Backlight Control. With such a variety of creative features, you can make creative photo according to your artistic aspirations.
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| Canon EOS 100D and Canon lenses. Image: dpreview.com |
The features that you need to look, and certainly very interesting for you to use is implementation of the Extra Effect feature shot (in Creative Auto (CA) mode). With this feature you will be taking two images simultaneously when users capture images using filter and without filter. Extra Shot function for backing up and used as a template to apply filters capture images at a later time.
Maybe you also will try Miniature effect movie. With this feature the user can set up fast-forward with the speed of 5x, 10x and 20x faster to give the appearance of a miniature model of a fast-moving, but in this mode the sound is not recorded.
With these features especially the size of the camera is different with Digital SLR cameras in general, then you should not hesitate to buy a Digital SLR camera. Canon EOS D100 can accompany you on holiday to Bali, Raja Ampat, Africa or to anywhere. If you want to take photos with distant subjects, you can add a superzoom lens for example lens with a range of 18mm - 200mm. You do not need to buy a genuine Canon lens, because you can get sharp images of third-party lenses such as Tamron or Sigma lens.
Friday, November 13, 2015
Panasonic GF6 with new Venus engine
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| New Panasonic GF6. Image: engadget.com |
If you want to get a new small digital camera with sharp images, so you can try the new Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6. This camera more complete overhaul than it has given to other cameras on previous upgrades. Panasonic DMC-GF6 features ultimate compactness in sleek, stylish design despite its incorporation of useful built-in flash. The design dispels impression for conventional big and heavy DSLRs. The DMC-GF6 matches any style and fashion regardless of gender. Wow
Panasonic GF6 is the latest model in this entry-level collection, targeted at those making the step up from point-and-shoot cameras. It offers a range of high-end technologies along with a host of features targeted at usability.
More creative features
Panasonic GF 6 already equipped with a brand new Venus engine, and most noticeably a new tilting 180-degree LCD touchscreen and a mode dial on the top of the camera. The Panasonic GF6 features a Four Thirds-sized 16 megapixel Live MOS image sensor, Venus Engine processor Light Speed AF system, built-in pop-up flash, integrated Wi-Fi and NFC connectivity, Full HD video recording, 23 scene modes and 19 Creative Effects and a Creative Panorama mode, stop-motion animations, a Clear Retouch function that allows users to clone out unwanted elements from a photo in-camera, RAW support and an expanded ISO range of 160-25600.
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| Panasonic GF6 connectivity. Image: imaging-resource.com |
The sensor is paired with a new and upgraded Venus Engine image processor aimed at improving performance at higher ISO settings.
The engine promises a two-stage noise reduction process, which will in theory aid this performance, as well as improved dynamic range and color reproduction.
As you’d expect for an entry-level CSC, the GF6 maintains a range of shooting options to make taking photos as easy as possible. These include and 19 creative filter settings, all of which offer impressive effects with just the click of the shutter.
High response
The Panasonic DMC-GF6 boasts even higher response. It takes only approx. 0.5 sec to shoot photo after startup. Also, the Light Speed AF makes it possible to capture fast-moving subjects clearly. Combined with the Full-area Touch AF, it is possible to set focus on any point in the field of view which realizes quick and intuitive focusing operation.
The Panasonic DMC-GF6 boasts even higher response. It takes only approx. 0.5 sec to shoot photo after startup. Also, the Light Speed AF makes it possible to capture fast-moving subjects clearly. Combined with the Full-area Touch AF, it is possible to set focus on any point in the field of view which realizes quick and intuitive focusing operation.
If you want to create movie or video clips, so Panasonic GF6 offers 1080i HD 1920 x 1080 movies and 720p HD 1280 x 720 movies at 60/50fps (NTSC/PAL) in the AVCHD (MPEG-4/H.264) format. In addition it can also record MP4 movies at 1080p HD 1920x1080, 720p 1280x720 and VGA 640x480 pixels at 30/25fps, useful as this format can currently be shared more easily. AVCHD offers almost double the recording time in HD quality, but software support is a little thin on the ground. Panasonic describe it as the best mode for playing back on a HD TV direct from the camera, with the newly-supported MP4 format best for email and playing on a computer.
Monday, November 2, 2015
Pentax MX-1 a vintage style camera plus Scene Modes
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Pentax MX-1 a vintage-style camera. Image: ephotozine.com |
If you're looking for a camera with a vintage style, then you need to glance at the Pentax MX-1. This camera is an advanced digital compact camera whose craft design and vintagelines appeal to a wide variety of photo enthusiasts. This camera equipped with an array of premium features including full manual, semi-automatic and automatic shooting modes.
Pentax MX-1 has 12 megapixel resolutions and features a 4X optical zoom covering the 28 to 112 mm focal range in 35mm equivalents. The camera also features a 1cm macro mode for shooting images close-up.
If you want tomake creative photographs, you will be satisfied with a variety ofeffects on thePentax MX-1, for example: HDR features:captures three imagesat proper exposure,+2 and -2 EV and combines them into a single image the which is stored , but not available with the RAW format. But you do not need to worry because you can also maximizethe Scene Mode whichconsists of: portrait, blue sky, sunset, night scene, night handheld snapshot, night scene portrait, candlelight, fireworks, food, surf and snow, pet, kids, sports, flower, landscape, digital shake reduction, text, candidcapture, digital wide, digital panoramic, and miniature. Youwill be able to produceunique photographs and can make your friends amazed.
When you're making a movie or a video clip, then you willenjoy the features of the Movie and youcan capture full HD video in MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 formatat 30 frames per second; 1280 x 720 HD at 30 or 60 frames per second.
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| Sightings of Pentax MX-1 from two sides. Image: clubic.com |
There are also time-lapseand high-speed movieshooting options thatpermit fast (time lapse) or slow (high-speed) motion playback. Clip length for regular or time lapsemovies is 25minutes, enough tomake a film family event, or filming your holiday in Bali or Prague.
Another option tomake photos or videoshave been provided completely in the Pentax MX-1 is as follows:Green mode -picture Auto, ProgramAuto, Aperture priority - a semi-automatic mode, Shutter priority- Users Mode, and of course youcan make your photos manually, so you can Determinesthe shutter speed and aperture and retainsa wide varietyof inputs. Although the camera is small, but you will find sophistication asoffered by a DSLRcamera.
With a variety of creative and automaticfeatures, plus the ability of the lens isgood, and the existence of manual functions for the enthusiast photographer, the camera issuitable for use by beginners as well as for those of you who do not alwayswant to carry a professional camera. Pentax MX-1 also can be crownedas a companion camerafor DSLR cameras. The unique design of this camera makes youlook more stylish, so it will attract anyone's attention when you are relaxing with MX-1 when traveling outside the country and aroundyour city.
With a variety of creative and automaticfeatures, plus the ability of the lens isgood, and the existence of manual functions for the enthusiast photographer, the camera issuitable for use by beginners as well as for those of you who do not alwayswant to carry a professional camera. Pentax MX-1 also can be crownedas a companion camerafor DSLR cameras. The unique design of this camera makes youlook more stylish, so it will attract anyone's attention when you are relaxing with MX-1 when traveling outside the country and inthe city around you, but you also need toconsider the competitor's camera like the SonyRX100, Olympus XZ-2 and Canon G16.
Canon G16 with Creative Effect and HDR feature
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| A beautiful girl holds the Canon G16. Image: unwire.hk |
If you're hunting a compact camera with a quality that is equivalent to a DSLR camera, then you might consider the Canon PowerShot G16. Moreover, this camera has a smaller size than a DSLR camera, making it easy to carry anywhere.
Canon PowerShot G16 is a compact, advanced point-and-shoot camera featuring a 12.1 megapixel 1/1.7" high-sensitivity CMOS sensor and DIGIC 6 image processor to produce high quality still imagery and full HD 1080p video with notable low-light quality and sensitivity to ISO 12800.
You can use a pop-up flash unit which is manually activated by sliding a small switch on the top panel just behind it. The G16 retains its standard hotshoe, which can be used to mount an external Speedlite flash.
The G16 has AF speed vastly improved; Increased continuous frames per second (JPEGs at 12.5fps vs 10fps in G15); Solid build and ergonomic, comfortable feel; Excellent f/1.8-2.8 5x optical zoom lens; Advanced photographic features, including PASM dial and RAW capture; Dedicated ISO button; Customizable buttons; Excellent macro mode; 1080p/60fps Full HD video.
This camera can shot stunning 1080p/60p Full HD video is a possible thanks to the DIGIC 6 Image Processor: vividly realistic and incredibly smooth. G16's lens while filming and the camera will also attempt to continuously autofocus while recording, and a 5x Optical Zoom offers excellent shooting versatility and the bright f/1.8 lens performs brilliantly in low light.
Canon G16 has Creative effect and Star scene mode, the latter providing two stills modes - Star nightscape and Star trails, as well as a Star time-lapse movie mode.
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| Canon G16 with HDR and creative effects. Image: reviews.cnet.com |
You will enjoy the Creative Effect because it has a special function which shoots two images and combines them to produce a shallow depth of field effect with background more heavily blurred than would be possible in a single shot at the camera's maximum aperture.
With the Canon G16 you are free to provoke your imagination, and then maximize Creative Effects and HDR features. HDR scene mode combines multiple shots into one picture, capturing a greater dynamic range between the lightest and darkest areas of an image to provide greater detail. You will enjoy the Creative Filters Mode position on the dial offers HDR, Fisheye, Nostalgic, Soft Focus, Monochrome, Super Vivid, Miniature effect, Toy Camera effect, and Poster Effect. With the optical image stabilization the G16 produces a good result in this low light interior with little evidence of noise.
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| Canon PowerShot G16 vs Olympus XZ-2. Image: snapsort |
With performance and creative expression approaching that of an SLR camera, the new PowerShot G16 camera makes unlimited imaging not just portable, but now wireless, too! Built-in Wi-Fi offers easy set-up and powerful capabilities: upload video and tills photos to Twitter Facebook, YouTube and Flickr; send to email; share to tablets and smartphones; print wirelessly; and transfer to PCs.
If you want to have a serious compact camera, the Canon G16 is an excellent choice, but you do not have to hurry to decide; you still need to compare the G16 with other famous competitors such as Fujifilm X20, the Sony Cyber-shot RX100 II, or Panasonic GF6 or Olympus XZ-2.
Make sure you compare those camera in a reliable camera store in a shopping center or mall in the city nearest you. If you are still busy, you can use the Google search engine and digital camera forums on the Internet to get more reviews, so you get a clearer picture about the Canon G16 and its competitors.
Olympus SP-720UZ a prosumer super zoom camera
If you're looking for a camera with a super zoom lens, and will use it for vacation and other activities without having to carry large and heavy camera, the Olympus SP-720UZ can you make as a travel companion. This camera can be classed as a prosumer camera as your bridge before you seriously using digital SLR cameras.
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| Olympus SP-720UZ is ideal for holiday and traveling. Image: olympus.co.uk |
OlympusSP-720UZ is a high zoom all-in-one model with easy functionality and lots of fun things to try out while you’re exploring the world. This camera is featuring a 14 megapixel resolution, 26x optical zoom and 1080p Full HD video.
The ideal person to use Olympus SP-720UZ is someone who likes to travel and wants to take as many pictures of various things as they can. However, they either don't want or don't care for the intricacies of a Digital SLR. They want point and shoot simplicity. Are you one of them?
Creative Filters
Olympus SP-720UZ also equipped with seven shooting modes on the command dial includes Program (P), Beauty, and Panorama, 3D, Scenes (SCN) Magic (digital filters), and iAuto. The latter is an intelligent auto mode that will analyses the scene and selects the appropriate mode for what it sees. The Magic mode has 12 separate filters to make your pictures look prettier. For example, there's the typical Pin Hole (usually called Toy Camera), Soft Focus, Miniature, Pop Art, and Watercolour, very unique creative filters. With creative features, you can maximize the camera to make photo creations that suit to your artistic talents and abilities that will surely increase.
You can show off your work to a variety of social media networks without awkward, and you will be praised by family and friends, you may have considered a professional photographer. Olympus seemed very understanding of your creativity. Don’t forget to try HDR feature to create more creative pictures with this prosumer camera.
Olympus SP-720UZ specifications:
· 14 megapixel CMOS sensor
· 26x optical zoom lens (35mm equivalent: 26-676mm)
· Dual Image Stabilization
· 3.0 inch 460,000 dot LCD screen
· High-speed continuous shooting
· 1080p full HD movie and HDMI Control
· ISO 100-3200
· 5cm minimum focusing distance
· HDR backlight adjustment
· In-camera panorama
· Available in black and silver
Olympus SP-720UZ is equipped with a TruePic III+-branded image processor. Maximum image dimensions are 4,288 x 3,216 pixels. The SP720UZ's lens offers actual focal lengths ranging from 4.7 to 121.2mm, which would equate to the same range as a 35mm camera with everything from a generous 26mm wide angle to a whopping 676mm telephoto. This prosumer camera is a life companion camera for traveler and great for daily activities. You can also create video clips and movie in 1080 Full HD resolution.
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| Olympus SP-720UZ in black and silver. Image: altech.bh |
This prosumer camera uses an iESP Auto contrast detection autofocusing by default, with the ability to switch to spot AF if desired. An AF assist illuminator is included, helping the camera to focus on nearby objects in difficult lighting conditions. Both AF tracking and face detection functions are also included.
You can also compare the Olympus SP-720UZ with some prosumer cameras of renowned brands such as Panasonic Lumix DMC FZ200 or prosumer cameras made by Fujifilm, Canon and Sony's Cybershot series. If you compare you definitely find a little difference of aspect features, length and range of zoom lenses, the ability of the battery and of course the price. You just adjust to your budget and your needs, and of course, so you settle for the hobby and your creativity.
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