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Nikon puts an end to analog cameras
Damian Koh | Jan 13, 2006
Following the success of its digital lineup over the past couple of years, Nikon has finally pulled the plug on production of all large format and enlarging lenses. So Nikonians who still wish to dabble in film, you had better move fast before the stock runs out.
All is not lost. Nikon will still continue to manufacture and sell its flagship model, the F6, as well as some of its 35mm film accessories. Outside of Europe, the company's manual FM10 will likewise still be available.
Other than the two camera bodies, the following interchangable manual lenses will still be available in Asia.
Read announcement.
Catch the peeping Tom red-handed
Damian Koh | Jan 11, 2006
We seem to have a burgeoning list of most-wanted in our editorial team. Previously, we were rooting for SatuGO, but now it seems Sightwave Optics has something which we'd love to consider in our quest for better imaging weapons: The Digiviewer 220x. This gadget sports a 2.45-inch LCD and 22x optical zoom capability. Before you rub your hands in glee, this is not a digital camera.
The Digiviewer binoculars weigh 810g (without battery, ouch) and have really nice cushioning on the viewing side that wraps the eyes end to end. While traditional binoculars require you to look through two telescopic tubes that are connected together, the Digiviewer uses a 2.45-inch LCD to display images. Add a 22x optical and 10x digital zoom capability, and is there even a worry that you cannot get up close and personal with your idol from a distance?
From a pair of pictures on the company's Web site comparing images at 5x and 50x zoom, we are already contemplating what we can actually use its ultrazoom for. What's more, the Digiviewer comes with automatic focusing and a one-touch zoom control. The only qualm we have is the display resolution of 480 x 234 pixels--not at all impressive.
Now if we can lay our paws on a prototype, we'll know what's been going on behind the curtains in the building opposite ours.
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When a bouncing ball and camera unite
Damian Koh | Jan 06, 2006
The name satuGO probably doesn't appear familiar to you, but it sounds to us like we've to redefine the rules of playing hide-and-seek once this concept becomes a reality. If you still don't know what we're talking about, satuGO is short for See Aim Throw captUre & GO. Still clueless? Click on the red ball to find out more.
What happens when you fuse a bouncing ball and a camera into one? You get satuGO--the size of a tennis ball with a 3-megapixel camera at your mercy. Positioned as a fun alternative compared with traditional means of photography, satuGo is rugged enough to survive bumps, hits and water. Two ways on how to snap a picture: You can cue the ball to take a photo either by setting a timer or allow it to hit a surface, whereupon it captures an image.
Did we mention the camera functions as a Webcam as well? And it charges by USB. Don't expect any 3-inch LCD or zooming capabilities on satuGO for you're not going to get it--period. To see your pictures, you will have to connect it to a personal computer.
We were rubbing our hands in glee and already plotting an office war with our other departments until we realized that satuGO is currently still a concept product. So much for jungle warfare and one more weapon in our arsenal.
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See Aim Throw captUre & GO.
Wedding bells ring for Kodak and Skype
Damian Koh | Jan 05, 2006
VOIP giant Skype looks set to gain a stronger foothold in the mainstream market as it ties up with Eastman Kodak to launch Kodak Photo Voice--a new software integrating voice and digital imaging through networking technology.
Introducing the new software at the annual Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, this new tie-up will allow Skype users to interact in real-time, share images and comment on the pictures simultaneously through a personal computer connected to the Web.
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Consumer Electronics Show 2006
Damian Koh | Jan 03, 2006
This is one sin city that never sleeps. Kicking off a fresh year, Las Vegas will play host to the annual blockbuster Consumer Electronics Show (CES) this week from January 5 to 8. This tradeshow will showcase the latest consumer technology with over 110 participating countries occupying 1.6 million net square feet of exhibition space. Stay tuned as we bring you more excitement over the next few days.
Full coverage on digicams at CES 2006.
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