Up for Review: Kodak EasyShare M5350

The Kodak EasyShare M5350 is a compact camera small enough to easily tuck into a pocket or purse. The EasyShare M5350 is an ideal camera for people who like to take lots of casual and family shots and post them to social networking sites such as Facebook and Twitter. This affordable camera is perfect for teens, college students and anyone who needs an inexpensive quality camera for everyday use. The EasyShare M5350 is also a great choice for parents who want to take pictures of the new baby and quickly share them with grandparents and the rest of the family.

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Kodak EasyShare M5350 Specifications

The Kodak EasyShare M5350 is available in classic black or stylish red. Prices on two major retail websites range from around $90 to $120. This is a great price range for an attractive little camera packed with all the features the everyday user needs. The EasyShare M5350 boasts an impressive 16 megapixels, for sharp shots that make great prints. The 5X optical zoom lets users get close to their subjects even from across the room, making it a perfect camera for use at parties, weddings and family reunions. The convenient rechargeable battery means there’s no need to carry spare batteries. The EasyShare M5350 records high definition video and features a variety of special photo settings, such as Portrait, Macro, Night Portrait, Fireworks, Sunset and Sports. Users can shoot in different color modes, such as sepia, eliminating the need for time-consuming photo editing. The Panoramic setting is perfect for vacation pictures on the beach or in the mountains. The Share feature allows users to upload pictures directly to Facebook, Flickr, Youtube and Twitter and even saves as many as 20 tags for the user’s most frequently photographed friends and family.

Kodak EasyShare M5350 vs. EasyShare M522

Increased picture quality and optical zoom make the EasyShare M5350 a step up from the Kodak EasyShare M522. The EasyShare M522 takes 14 megapixel shots, has a 4X optical zoom and starts at around $80, so it’s worth spending just a little more money to get sharper shots and a little extra zoom.

Kodak EasyShare M5350 Conclusion

Price, features, photo quality and the Share feature make the Kodak EasyShare M5350 an excellent choice for a first digital camera for daily use. Users on one major retail site gave it five stars, and it’s sold out on other major electronics sites. It’s a little camera with big features and functionality and the prestige of the Kodak name, and is ideal for people who like to take and share lots of shots.

1. Prepare for the elements. Before you do anything, know exactly how the weather is going to behave. This is crucial, because nobody likes to be caught in a blizzard. I live in Utah, and one phenomenon we experience is what’s called the “lake effect”. This is when clouds will form over the Great Salt Lake, and then dump snow across the valley in significant amounts. While this creates amazing pictures, you don’t want to be caught in a mountain pass when this happens. I always turn on the local Utah news channel to find out what the weather is going to be like, and I’ll pack my bag accordingly. The New York Institute of Photography has more great tips about preparation.
2. Pack the right equipment.Even the best camera equipment may not stand up to freezing conditions, so keep all of your lenses and cameras in an insulated camera case. Remember, since snow is made of water, only take your camera out when you’re taking photos. You can also keep your camera under your coat to make sure it stays dry and warm. Keep all of your equipment to a bare minimum if you can, to prevent you from losing your balance with extra weight to carry. Bring a monopod for extra stability.
3. Find the proper exposure. If you’re relying on the camera’s light metering system, you’ll likely end up with over- or under-exposed scenes. Meters will read the amount of light that is reflected off the particular subject that the camera is aimed at, so when there are fewer shades and colors in a scene, cameras will have problems giving a proper exposure.  You should combat underexposure in snow scenes with deliberately overexposing the picture.
4. Know the best time of day for better photos. Good lighting is the key to better outdoor pictures, and many photographers will say early morning and late afternoon is the best time of day. You should keep the sun at a right angle when you’re shooting pictures during the morning or afternoon hours, and the sun should be behind you during noon time.
5. Warm up the right way. Remember to bring extra batteries, since cold batteries will lose power a lot faster than ones at room temperature. Also, let your camera warm up when you come inside, by placing it next to a window to keep the condensation out.

Keeping these tips in mind will help you take better pictures outside in the winter, and also help you have a more enjoyable time. I’d love to hear your winter photography pointers! Please share your photography tips in the comments below, and if you learned something from my post, please give it a +1!

Up for Review: Nikon Coolpix S6100

The Nikon Coolpix S6100 is a stylish and affordable digital camera that is designed to appeal largely to female users. Nikon introduced the camera in September as part of a trio of compact, entry-level digital cameras. The S6100 is ideal for the casual photo enthusiast looking for advanced features in a small form factor. The camera fits snugly into a purse or pocket, is easy to operate and fun to edit with. Those who love posting pictures of family and friends on Facebook, snapping away vacation pictures, or taking spontaneous shots of beautiful sunsets and outdoor scenes, will find plenty to like in the Nikon Coolpix S6100.

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Nikon Coolpix S6100 Specifications

From a features standpoint, the S6100 is a 16-Megapixel digital camera featuring a 3.0-inch, 460k LCD touch screen and a wide angle Nikkor 7x optical zoom lens. The camera has a High Definition 780 pixel video capture function, a rechargeable Lithium Ion battery and supports a variety of memory card formats including SD cards and SDHC memory cards. The camera also integrates several anti-blur functions and an advanced Lens-Shift Vibration Reduction technology designed to ensure great photos even when shooting moving subjects, or when using the camera at full zoom. The S6100 delivers crisp, highly detailed pictures both indoors and outdoors and the LCD touch screen gives users an easy and fairly intuitive interface for navigating their way to different functions and settings. The HD video capture function is always available regardless of the mode the camera is in, and video quality is certainly of acceptable levels especially for a point-and-shoot digicam.

Nikon Coolpix S6100 Competition

The features and functions of the S1000 make it comparable to the Canon PowerShot A3300 I. Both cameras have a 16-megapixel image sensor, high definition video capture functions and nifty image stabilization capabilities. However, the Canon PowerShot A3300 is about 10 percent smaller, lighter and thinner than its Nikon rival. The Canon digicam also has a much wider lens aperture (f/2.8 vs. f/3.7) and somewhat higher resolution than the Nikon S6100. It however does not offer an LCD touch screen like the Nikon camera does. Importantly, the Canon PowerShot A3300 I retails for between 20 percent and 30 percent lower than the Nikon S6100.

Nikon Coolpix S6100 Conclusion

The Nikon Coolpix S6100 is a good, but not a great digital camera. For a $199 digital camera, it packs a lot of functions and delivers relatively high-quality pictures when the subject is close to the camera. However, the quality of the images steadily decreases as the distance between the subject and camera increases. While the touch screen is a handy feature, it can be quite cumbersome at first for those who are not used to the interface. Overall, the Coolpix S6100 is a decent, entry level digital camera but cameras such as the canon PowerShot A3300 offer more or less the same features at prices starting at under $179.

Nikon Coolpix S6100 Videos

“Whether a professional photographer who needs extreme sharpness or a photo enthusiast looking for an affordable, lightweight lens with amazing clarity, Nikon photographers appreciate and rely on the vast selection and dependability of NIKKOR lenses for their imaging needs,” said Lisa Osorio, general manager of marketing at Nikon Inc. “The new 85mm f/1.8 is fully optimized for capturing amazing photos and videos, while providing the ability to utilize background blur to compliment the subject of their photo.”

A welcome addition to Nikon’s growing line of versatile prime lenses, the new AF- NIKKOR 85mm is ideal for travel, general photography, low-light, landscape, portraiture and capturing movies with extreme depth of field. The 85mm is designed to capture photos utilizing beautiful image blur achieved due to its large maximum aperture. Furthermore, the lens is lightweight, easy to carry, and provides an equivalent focal length of 127mm when attached to a Nikon DX-format D-SLR camera body.

The construction of the 85mm f/1.8 consists of nine optical elements, with a seven-blade diaphragm which contributes to a substantially more circular bokeh for a natural appearance to out-of-focus background elements. Additionally, instances of lens flare and chromatic aberration are suppressed using Nikon’s exclusive Super Integrated Coatings, which also help ensure vividly accurate color balance.

The new lens also comes equipped with a carefully engineered optical system optimized to deliver superior image quality. The integration of an ultra-compact Silent Wave Motor (SWM) ensures fast, whisper-quiet AF operation, which is essential when recording movies. The 85mm also features two focus modes, M/A (manual-priority autofocus) and M (manual) to further enhance versatility and adapt to a shooters needs. Additionally, Internal Focus (IF) design prevents the front element from rotating, allowing for the use of filters and attachments.

Price and Availability
The lightweight AF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.8G will be available in March 2012 for a SRP* of $499.95. For more information, please visit www.nikonusa.com.

To see the new AF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.8G lens and other new Nikon products, visit Nikon at the 2012 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) at booth # 11039 from January 10-13th, 2012 in Las Vegas, NV.

The compact and lightweight PENTAX K-r offers photographic performance that challenges higher class DSLR models:

• High quality 12.4 megapixel CMOS sensor with high color accuracy and low noise.
• Large 3 inch, 921,000 dot LCD with Live View.
• Powerful automatic shooting modes, such as Auto Picture mode and various scene modes.
• Fast 6 FPS framerate.
• Highly responsive and accurate 11 point SAFOX IX autofocus.
• High sensitivity 100-25600 ISO range with improved noise performance.
• Li-Ion and AA battery compatibility (AA batteries can be used via optional adapter).
• Widescreen HD 720p video at 25 FPS using any PENTAX lens.
• A maximum 1/6000 second shutter speed.
• A viewfinder focus point indicator.
• Improved in-camera HDR image capture.
• A wide range of in-camera image processing and special effects filters.

All specialty PENTAX K-r body colors will be available exclusively at www.walmart.com
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The reception was emceed by Emmy Award-winning actor Bryan Cranston with special guest John Walsh, host of “America’s Most Wanted;” actor Stephen Baldwin; Mark Steines, co-host of “Entertainment Tonight;” and additional celebrities dedicated to raising awareness about the worldwide issues of child abduction and exploitation. The entertainment for the night was performed by Don Felder, former lead guitarist of The Eagles. The two-day event was an amazing success raising over $400,000 dollars.

“We are extremely proud to commemorate our 15-year sponsorship of NCMEC,” said Joe Adachi, president and CEO, Canon U.S.A. “Children are our future and ensuring their safety is of the utmost importance, which is why our involvement with NCMEC is not only essential, but extremely important to us. To date, more than 700 children featured through Canon Public Service Announcements have been recovered.”

“Through its 15-year affiliation with the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, Canon U.S.A. has shown its deep commitment to our shared mission to prevent child abduction and sexual exploitation,” said Ernie Allen, NCMEC president and CEO. “With the support of Canon U.S.A., our organization has made great strides in the effort to make children safer by educating the public on the use of photos as an essential tool in the search and recovery of missing children.”

The Canon Customer Appreciation Reception and NCMEC Celebrity Golf Tournament Sponsored by Canon U.S.A. helped NCMEC to raise awareness and funds for its programs. To date, Canon has helped NCMEC raise and invest more than $3 million through product, service and monetary donations.

Since 1997, Canon U.S.A. and NCMEC have collaborated to educate the public about the growing issue of missing children. The Canon4Kids program, sponsored by Canon U.S.A. and NCMEC, donates products to help law enforcement quickly disseminate photos and information about missing children, produces Public Service Announcements with missing children’s photos, and educates parents about tips for taking and maintaining updated photos of their children.

As part of the Canon4Kids program, more than 2,000 pieces of donated Canon equipment (digital cameras, fax-phones, printers and scanners) have been distributed to law enforcement agencies in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. The program also includes the placement of public service announcements with photographs of missing children in newspapers and magazines across the country to help in the recovery process.

Up for Review: Fujifilm FinePix S3280

Cell phone cameras have become so powerful in the past few years; many users are wondering whether they even need a standalone model. No matter how full-featured camera phones become, there will always be a need for models like the Fujifilm FinePix S3280. When it comes to entry-level cameras, the FinePix is one of the most attractive options for users who need a basic camera that’s got a lot of flexibility. Those in the market for a relatively inexpensive camera that’s capable of taking terrific photos under a variety of lighting conditions should take a look at the FinePix S3280.

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Fujifilm FinePix S3280 Specifications

The Fujifilm FinePix S3280 features a 14.0 MP 1/2.3″ CCD, a 3.0” LCD, 24X optical zoom, 6.7X digital zoom, USB and HDMI connectivity, and much more in a squat, compact package. The FinePix’s sturdy layout is the first thing that jumps out at you when you first see it. Compared to more fragile-looking entry-level point and clicks, the FinePix feels incredibly substantial. In terms of performance, the S2380 features automatic shooting speeds from ¼ to 1/2000 of a second and apertures of F3.1 to F5.9 for a wide range of shots. It’s also capable of shooting High Definition video at a 1280 x 720 resolution.

Fujifilm FinePix S3280 Competition

In its price range, the FinePix S3280 stacks up fairly well against the competition. For $200, the only other cameras you’ll be able to get your hands on are essentially Canon PowerShot models. Canon offers a number of PowerShot cameras that compare favorably, though few of them can match the FinePix’s megapixel count or features. The FinePix S3280 offers ISO speeds of up to 6400, which is something you won’t find on another phone that’s this inexpensive. Fujifilm doesn’t have the cachet that Canon and Nikon do in the camera world, which is why you can get such great deals from them.

Fujifilm FinePix S3280 Conclusion

Though the FinePix S3280 looks like a bargain on paper, it’s a good idea to check the user reviews before pulling the trigger and springing for one. Feedback from users on Walmart, Newegg, and Amazon are uniformly good, with many expressing pleasant surprise that a less recognizable brand could offer so much reliability and value. The Fujifilm FinePix S3280 offers impeccable specs, has terrific reviews from critics and consumers alike, and boasts a track record of dependability. If you need more than that to convince you to get a camera, you’ll probably never buy one. Otherwise, the FinePix 3280 is the perfect budget purchase for those who need a great camera that’s feature-rich and won’t break the bank.

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MELVILLE, N.Y. (Jan 5, 2012) – The new Nikon D4 digital SLR builds upon the legacy of the proven Nikon flagship D-SLRs before it, engineered to give today’s professional multimedia photographers a new apex of speed and accuracy with unparalleled image quality, low-light capability and Full HD video. The Nikon D4 hosts a multitude of advanced new features and useful functions that deliver speedy performance and amazing image quality for when missing the shot is not an option.

Every aspect of the new Nikon D4 D-SLR has been designed to emphasize rapid response and seamless operation to help professional photographers consistently capture incredible content. Nikon’s proven 51-point AF System has been further enhanced for maximum speed in a variety of challenging shooting situations, even at 10 frames per second (fps). Considered the new Nikon flagship, the D4 renders supreme image quality, a feat accomplished with a new 16.2-megapixel FX-format CMOS sensor, coupled with the latest generation of Nikon’s EXPEED 3 image processing engine to help produce images and videos with stunning clarity and color. Photographers are also able to shoot in even the most challenging environments and lighting conditions with the assistance of Nikon’s new 91,000-pixel 3D color matrix meter and a broad ISO range from 100 to a staggering 204,800 for low-light capture like never before. The Nikon D4 is engineered for the modern professional and incorporates never before seen HD-SLR video features for those who also need to capture multimedia content from the field.

“Speed without accuracy is irrelevant,” said Bo Kajiwara, director of marketing, Nikon Inc. “The status of a Nikon flagship camera is not given lightly; this next generation of Nikon’s most professional body exceeds the needs of a wide variety of both still and multimedia professionals that rely on Nikon to make their living. Besides overall performance and burst speed, the D4 provides Nikon’s most advanced AF system to date, as well as enhanced workflow speed to give professionals the edge in the field.”

Velocity Meets Versatility
Speed is a necessity for today’s multimedia photographer as milliseconds matter when the action commences. Whether an assignment relies on fast processing power, burst rate, write speed, enhanced workflow or even streamlined camera controls, the D4 is the epitome of professional-caliber photographic horsepower. Ready to shoot in approximately 0.012 seconds, the new Nikon D4 can capture full resolution JPEG or RAW files at up to 10 fps with full AF / AE or up to 11 fps with AF / AE locked. Immediately before image capture, the camera interprets data from the AF sensor, including subject color as detected on the 91,000-pixel RGB sensor, to deliver consistently tack-sharp focus frame after frame. Whether a photographer is shooting a full-court fast break under gymnasium lighting or the downhill slalom in the bright sun and frigid temperatures, the D4 will instill the confidence with consistently great results.

The Advanced Multi-Cam 3500 AF autofocus system is the next generation of Nikon’s proven 51-point AF system. The fully customizable system offers users the ability to capture fast moving subjects and track focus with precision or select a single AF point with pinpoint accuracy. The Nikon D4 D-SLR aligns 15 cross-type sensors in the center to detect contrast data in both vertical and horizontal planes. In addition to detecting each AF-NIKKOR lens with an aperture of f/5.6 or lower, the camera also utilizes nine cross-type sensors that are fully functional when using compatible NIKKOR lenses and TC14E or TC17E teleconverters or a single cross-type sensor when using compatible NIKKOR lenses and the TC20E teleconverter with an aperture value up to f/8, which is a great advantage to those shooting sports and wildlife. For maximum versatility in situations such as photographing nature from afar or competition from the sidelines,  photographers are also able to select multiple AF modes, including normal, wide area, face tracking and subject tracking, to best suit the scene.

The Nikon D4 D-SLR also employs a new 91,000-pixel RGB 3D Color Matrix metering system that meticulously analyzes each scene and recognizes factors such as color and brightness with unprecedented precision. This data is then interpreted and compared against D4’s on-board database to implement various settings, resulting in vibrant images with faithful color reproduction and balanced exposure. In addition, this new AF sensor now has the ability to detect up to 16 human faces with startling accuracy, even when shooting through the optical viewfinder, allowing for correct exposure even when the subject is backlit. Additionally, to capture every brief moment from a bouquet toss to a photo finish under nearly any condition, the 51 focus points deliver fast and accurate detection down to a -2 EV with every AF-NIKKOR lens.

All of this image data is funneled through a 16 bit pipeline and are written to dual card slots which have been optimized for the latest UDMA-7 Compact Flash™ cards, as well as the new XQD™ memory card. The D4 is the first professional camera to harness the capabilities of this new durable and compact format, which offers blazing fast write times and extended capacity essential for multimedia professionals shooting stills and video.

Image Quality That Hits the Mark
The heart of the new D4 is the Nikon-developed 16.2-megapixel FX-format (36 x 23.9mm) CMOS sensor that provides amazing image quality, brilliant dynamic range and vivid colors in nearly any lighting condition. By achieving the optimal balance of resolution and sensor size, professional photographers will realize exceptionally sharp, clean and well saturated images throughout the entire ISO range.

Like the D3 and D3s before it, the Nikon D4 retains Nikon’s status as the sovereign of low-light capture ability, with a native ISO range from 100 to 12,800 ISO, expandable from 50 (Lo-1) to an incredible yet usable 204,800 (Hi-4). From a candlelit first dance to nocturnal wildlife, the large 7.3µ pixel size absorbs the maximum amount of light to excel in any situation. Additionally, the sensor’s construction features a gapless micro-lens structure and anti-reflective coating which further contributes to images that retain natural depth and tones with smooth color gradation. For ultimate versatility, photographers can also take advantage of the camera’s extreme high ISO ability while recording video.

Another factor contributing to the camera’s rapid performance and stellar image quality is Nikon’s new EXPEED 3 image processing engine that helps professionals create images with amazing resolution, color and dynamic range in both still images and video. From image processing to transfer, the new engine is capable of processing massive amounts of data, exacting optimal color, perfect tonality and minimized noise throughout the frame.

There are also a variety of shooting options available to help capture the highest quality images and video. In addition to standard NEF (RAW) files, the D4 is also capable of shooting smaller compressed RAW files to ease storage and speed up workflow. Users are also able to capture even more dynamic range with the in-camera High Dynamic Range (HDR) function that merges consecutive exposures. For deep contrast and further tonality, Active D-Lighting can also be activated during shooting for balanced exposures even in backlit scenes. Additionally, the camera features a dedicated button for quick access to Nikon’s Picture Controls, allowing users to quickly select one of six presets.

Professional Multimedia Features
The Nikon D4 D-SLR is engineered with innovative new features for the multimedia professional that needs the small form factor, low-light ability and NIKKOR lens versatility that only an HD-SLR can offer. The new features add functionality for those professionals looking for the best possible experience to capture a moment in Full HD 1080p video at various frame rates, providing footage that is more than suitable for broadcast.

Full HD video recording - Users have the choice of various resolutions and frame rates, including 1080p 30/24fps and 60 fps at 720p. By utilizing the B-Frame data compression method, users can record H.264 / MPEG-4 AVC format video with unmatched integrity for up to 20 minutes per clip. This format also allows for more accurate video data to be transferred requiring less memory capacity. The sensor reads image data at astoundingly fast rates, which results in less instances of rolling shutter distortion.

Full manual control of exposure – Shutter speed, aperture and ISO can be changed while recording to adapt to lighting and alter depth of field for professional cinematic results that help realize a creative vision.

Uncompressed output: simultaneous Live View - By using the camera’s HDMI port instead of the CF or XQD card, users can stream an uncompressed full HD signal directly out of the camera. This footage can be ported into an LCD display or appropriate external recording device or routed through a monitor and then to the recording device, eliminating the need for multiple connections.

Audio recording for professionals – The Nikon D4 features a stereo headphone jack for accurate monitoring of audio levels while recording. Output can be adjusted in up to 30 steps for precise audio adjustment. The D4 offers high-fidelity audio recording control with audio levels that can be set and monitored on the camera’s LCD screen. The microphone connected via the stereo mic jack can also be adjusted with up to 20 steps of sensitivity for accurate sound reproduction.

Multi-area Mode Full HD Video: FX/DX, and 2.7x crop mode at 1080p video modes - Whether shooting for depth of field in FX format mode, or looking for the extra 1.5X telephoto benefits of DX mode, the high resolution sensor of the D4 allows videographers to retain full 1080P HD resolution no matter what mode they choose. With the 2.7x crop, users can experience ultra-telephoto benefits in full HD resolution all at 16:9 aspect ratio.

Simultaneous live view output without display / simultaneous monitor - Shooters have the option to send the display signal directly to an attached monitor via the HDMI port. This signal can be viewed on the camera’s LCD screen and external monitor simultaneously. Additionally, the image data display can be cleared from the screen, to remove distracting data or when feeding a live signal.

Full-time AF - In addition to manual focus, four modes are available, including normal, wide area, face detection and subject tracking, which uses fast contrast detect AF to accurately focus while recording video and in live view.

New LCD screen - The large high resolution 3.2-inch LCD screen is 921K dots, and includes auto brightness adjustment. Users can also zoom in up to 46x to check critical HD focus.

Time lapse shooting - This new feature combines a selected frame rate and “shooting interval” in a dedicated time lapse photography menu. Playback can be achieved with a wide variety of speeds from 24x to 36,000x while producing a fully finished movie file output for faster multimedia workflows.

Remote shutter operation - Using dedicated Movie Custom Settings, recording can be set to be engaged by the shutter release button -users can now use a variety of remote accessories to trigger video recording.

NIKKOR lens compatibility - The highest caliber optics are vital to creating HD images and Nikon is the world leader in optics manufacturing with a legacy spanning more than 75 years. Nikon has a vast NIKKOR lens system, with more than 50 lenses with a variety of focal lengths and features, including VR II vibration reduction.

Professional Construction, Superior Operability
The reputation and respect bestowed upon a Nikon D-Series flagship camera is earned from those who use it; therefore the chassis of the Nikon D4 is machined from magnesium alloy for maximum durability and reliability. The body of the camera is sealed and gasketed for resistance to dirt and moisture, as well as electromagnetic interference. Photographers are able to easily compose through the bright optical viewfinder, which offers 100% frame coverage. The shutter has been tested to withstand 400,000 cycles for maximum durability, while sensor cleaning is employed by vibrating the OLPF. The self diagnostic shutter unit also encompasses a mirror balancer to minimize the residual “bounce” to enhance AF and extend viewing time. What’s more, the viewfinder is coated with a new thermal shield finish which works to resist overheating during prolonged use, enhancing overall reliability. Users can easily compose on the camera’s wide, bright and scratch resistant 921,000-dot high resolution 3.2-inch LCD screen.

The overall controls and operability of the camera has also been engineered with a renewed emphasis on speed and functionality. During critical moments, users will appreciate refined button layouts with renewed ergonomics, such as a quick AF mode selector placed near the lens mount for fast access on the fly. A new joystick style sub-selector is also placed on the camera’s rear for AF point and option selection, while vertical controls have been enhanced for improved operability. Finally, to continue the D4’s moniker of the best tool for just about any condition, key control buttons on the back of the camera can all be illuminated, making the camera simple to operate in complete darkness.

Nikon has also made enhancements to overall workflow, adding options to streamline the process and maximize shooting time. Users are now able to automatically generate IPTC data for their images and image sets, making organizing and chronicling images easier for both the photographers and their editors. A wired Ethernet port is also utilized so that a user can shoot tethered and transfer images easily and quickly to clients. Nikon has also introduced the new WT-5A wireless file transmitter, to transmit via FTP server or computer. The device can be set to transfer either automatically or manually selected images. This device also allows for remote operation of the camera using Nikon’s Camera Control Pro 2 software. A mobile application is also in development to control the camera using this accessory, which will include the ability to trigger the shutter and record video, making this a must-have remote accessory for many professionals.

Price and Availability
The Nikon D4 will be available in late February 2012 for the suggested retail price of $5999.95.^*

LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., January 9, 2012 – Continuing to revolutionize the digital camera market, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today announced the introduction of a new flagship PowerShot model, the PowerShot G1 X, in addition to two stylish PowerShot ELPH models, the ELPH 520 HS and ELPH 110 HS. The PowerShot G1 X camera will feature a 1.5-inch, 14.3-megapixel CMOS sensor, the largest sensor to date for a PowerShot model, delivering approximately nine times more light sensitivity and helping to produce amazing depth-of-field and high-quality images in tough low-light conditions. For those users looking for a camera with advanced features in a compact form both the PowerShot ELPH 520 HS, the world’s thinnest 12x optical zoom with a 28mm lens¹, and PowerShot ELPH 110 HS feature a sleek design and compelling creative capabilities.

“The new additions to our PowerShot lineup further demonstrate Canon’s commitment to delivering users innovative imaging products,” said Yuichi Ishizuka executive vice president and general manager, Imaging Technologies & Communications Group, Canon U.S.A., Inc. “These sleek and compact cameras bring together powerful features, intuitive controls and unrivaled portability while maintaining high image quality.”

Living up to its reputation as a leader in the digital camera marketplace, Canon has incorporated the DIGIC 5 image processor into the HS SYSTEM for all three models. Achieving better quality images in low-light settings, boasting faster operation and providing improved color accuracy, the DIGIC 5 image processor ensures users are able to produce high-quality images in the most difficult of lighting conditions. The processor will also enable the PowerShot G1 X camera to utilize the High-Speed Burst HQ² feature allowing photographers to shoot images at high speeds at full resolution to capture the perfect moving shot. Additionally, to ensure images are crisp and clear, advanced noise reduction and a smarter multi-area White Balance can be utilized to achieve accurate color reproduction for a balanced image.

Advanced Smart AUTO, available in the PowerShot ELPH 520 HS and ELPH 110 HS, can detect up to 58 scenes varying from non-human moving subjects to people, landscapes, pets and vehicles, helping the camera determine the best mode of shooting. This technology has been enhanced to include a new Face ID feature, allowing users to register up to 12 people on the camera and have the camera recognize and prioritize each person. When registering individuals on the camera, users can take up to five images of a subject at various angles or facial expressions and enter their name and birth date. This allows the camera to make one of three age distinctions: Babies (0 to 1 year old), Children (2 to 12 years old) or Adults (13 years or older). Based on these different groups, the camera will give focus priority to the youngest recognized group in the frame and makes the images searchable as well with the ability to view only those images of a particular person.

Further additions to this new feature are Smile Recognition and Sleeping Face Recognition. With Smile Recognition, the camera will take three consecutive shots of a scene such as a smiling baby or of grandparents at a family get together and select the best out of the three for the final image. For Sleeping Face Recognition the flash, assist beam and sound is turned off for that precious moment to be captured while not disturbing one’s sleep.

Ideal for photography enthusiasts looking for the highest image quality in a compact, point-and-shoot design, the Canon PowerShot G1 X camera features the largest sensor to date for a Canon point-and-shoot model. The camera has a brand new, large 1.5-inch (18.7 x 14mm), 14.3-megapixel High-Sensitivity Canon CMOS sensor, delivering shallow depth of field, a wide dynamic range, an ISO range of up to 12800 and incredible light gathering ability helping to ensure brilliant images in even tough low-light conditions. Featuring an amazing Canon lens with 4X Optical Zoom, an aperture of f/2.8 to f/16 for beautiful images when shooting portraits and amazing clarity when shooting landscapes along with wide-angle capabilities starting at 28mm, the PowerShot G1 X camera makes certain that users will have the right optics for most any situation. Further adding to the EOS-like feature set of this new model is 14-bit, RAW+JPEG shooting and compatibility with accessories such as Speedlite, Macro Twin Lite or the Macro Ring Light flashes. HDR Shooting has been included to ensure the best possible shot is captured as well. The PowerShot G1 X camera also shoots in Full HD 1080p video ensuring memorable moments are captured in the highest quality.

The Canon PowerShot G1 X camera has a bright, large 3.0-inch vari-angle LCD with 922,000 dots of resolution providing photographers with the highest quality available in a point-and-shoot. The inclusion of the Mode Dial on the top of the camera and the Front Dial helps provide more intuitive control of the camera.

The estimated selling price of the Canon PowerShot G1 X camera is $799.99 and is scheduled to be available in February.

The feature-packed Canon PowerShot ELPH 520 HS camera resurrects the original PowerShot ELPH design with a more contemporary and radiant look and feel. This new stylish model has a 10.1-megapixel High-Sensitivity CMOS sensor along with a 12X Optical Zoom lens, ISO range of up to 3200 and wide-angle capabilities starting at 28mm. For photographers on the move, this camera also has Full HD 1080p video capture capabilities, a 3.0-inch LCD for easy viewing of images and High-Speed Burst mode where images are continuously captured at 6.8 frames per second.

The Canon PowerShot ELPH 520 HS camera will be available in black, silver, red and blue in March with an estimated selling price of $299.99.

Canon’s PowerShot ELPH 110 HS camera comes in a variety of fun, bright colors (black, silver, red, blue, green and pink) and is the ideal camera for new photographers. With a 5X Optical Zoom lens and wide-angle capabilities beginning at 24mm, this camera provides the user with the ability to fit an entire landscape or a specific area of a subject into one shot. The camera also features a16-megapixel High-Sensitivity CMOS Sensor, ISO range of up to 3200, 3.0-inch wide LCD and Full HD 1080p video capture for brilliant, high resolution quality. High-Speed Burst mode has also been included for continuous shooting up to 5.8 frames per second.

The Canon PowerShot ELPH 110 HS camera is scheduled to be available in February with an estimated selling price of $249.99.

LAS VEGAS, January 9, 2012 – Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, kicks off 2012 with highly anticipated products at the annual Consumer Electronics Show (CES). On display will be six new VIXIA HD camcorders^*, along with three new additions to the PowerShot line-up. As a special treat for CES attendees this year, Canon U.S.A. will unveil a crowd-sourced music video in its booth (#13304, Central Hall), which showcases photographs taken by attendees at Canon’s “Legends in Imaging” PIXMA PRO-1 launch event where legendary artist Herbie Hancock performed his iconic song “Chameleon.”

Visitors to the booth will be able to explore the full range of video, photography, printer, scanner and projector products that make up Canon’s complete imaging system. From stunning scene-capture to ultra-high quality print and display, Canon’s products champion image quality and demonstrate that each and every moment of life is worth capturing with the excellence it deserves.

Canon products showcased at CES include:

Canon unveiled a new line of six VIXIA High Definition flash memory camcorders, including three compact VIXIA HF M-series models (HF M52^*, HF M50^*, HF M500^*) and three entry-level VIXIA HF R-series models (HF R32^*, HF R30^*, HF R300^*) which include improved functions and features to capture HD videos with high-resolution and superior quality. Tapping into social sharing experiences, Canon equipped select models with Wi-Fi connectivity and DLNA compatibility, as well as the option to capture videos in MP4 format. Through the new Wi-Fi functions, users can share, view and store videos wirelessly, including the ability to upload videos directly to YouTube and Facebook, or to mobile devices such as an iPhone or iPad.

Ideal for photography enthusiasts seeking the highest image quality in a compact, point-and-shoot camera, the Canon PowerShot G1 X features the largest image sensor to date for a Canon PowerShot model. The camera packs a large 1.5-inch (18.7 x 14mm), 14.3-megapixel High-Sensitivity CMOS sensor, delivering exceptional shallow depth of field, a wide dynamic range and incredible light gathering ability up to ISO 12800. The camera is also equipped with an amazing 4x Optical Zoom lens, featuring a 28mm-equivalent wide-angle setting, with an incredible f/2.8 to f/16 aperture range for beautiful images that make an impact. The PowerShot G1 X shoots 1080p Full HD video with optical zooming and continuous AF, includes HDR Shooting and comes fully equipped with Canon’s latest DIGIC 5 processor that enables the High-Speed Burst HQ¹ feature.

Two new chic PowerShot ELPH models will also be on display at the show, the ELPH 520 HS and ELPH 110 HS. Both PowerShot models are equipped with Canon’s leading HS SYSTEM, featuring Canon’s exclusive DIGIC 5 image processor that allows the cameras to achieve quality images in low-light settings, faster operation and improved spot-on color accuracy. The contemporary and radiant looking Canon PowerShot ELPH 520 HS features a 10.1-megapixel High-Sensitivity CMOS sensor, an ISO range up to 3200 and the world’s thinnest 12x optical zoom with a 28mm-equivalent wide-angle setting.² With easy operation, compact design and a no-compromise performance, the ELPH 110 HS shoots 1080p Full HD video, includes a 24mm-equivalent wide-angle 5x Optical Zoom lens and offers a High-Speed Burst Mode to help ensure the perfect shot.

A first-of-its kind music video featuring iconic recording artist and technology pioneer, Herbie Hancock, will premiere at the Canon Booth during CES. Shot at Canon’s “Legends in Imaging” event in October 2011, Herbie Hancock partnered with Canon to create a “crowd-sourced” video shoot where guests were invited to take photos using Canon EOS 7D and EOS 5D Mark II cameras of Herbie’s performance of his hit song “Chameleon.” 1,800 high-quality stills were then printed with the new PIXMA PRO-1 and edited together using time lapse and stop motion film production techniques. Check out the premiere of Herbie Hancock’s Crowd-Sourced Music Video at the Canon Booth #13304 or at www.facebook.com/CanonUSA.

Alongside the newly launched products, visitors to Canon’s booth will be able to handle some of the more recent additions to its imaging system, including Canon’s EOS-1D X Digital SLR camera which helps bring professional photography to a whole new level. Thoroughly redesigned from the inside out, it features a completely new 61-Point High Density Reticular Autofocus (AF) System (the first of its kind for a DSLR), fast shooting up to 12 frames per second (fps), a newly developed high-performance 18-megapixel Full-Frame CMOS Image Sensor, Full HD Video Recording, and many other advancements.

Bringing decades of innovation and expertise to the world of motion picture production, Canon launched the Cinema EOS System, highlighted by its first product, the EOS C300 digital cinema camera, in November 2011. Featuring a unique Super 35mm Canon CMOS sensor, revolutionary Canon DIGIC DV III Image Processor and a Canon 50 Mbps 4:2:2 codec, the EOS C300 provides outstanding cinema quality movie capture. Visitors will have a unique opportunity to handle a cinematographer’s dream.

For PC and Mac users on-the-move, Canon will be showcasing its imageFORMULA P-215 Scan-tini personal document scanner. Complete with a built-in card reader, and weighing just 2.2lb, the P-215 scanner’s compact size, simple use, and high-quality imaging bring sophistication to mobile and portable information capture, storage, and collaboration.

Meanwhile, office users can sample the style and quality of the Canon imageFORMULA DR-C125 Document Scanner. The DR-C125′s innovative space-saving design makes it a standout in any office environment, while its flexibility and high image quality are only surpassed by its ease-of-use.

Images captured with exceptional input deserve only to be paired with equally exceptional output capabilities. Canon will demonstrate a range of its leading printer products at CES 2012, showing visitors how to get the best from their digital content.

On display will be the recently announced Canon PIXMA PRO-1 Professional Inkjet Printer. The new PRO-1 is the first and only A3+ printer that will utilize five distinct monochrome inks in a 12-ink systemⁱ designed to yield the absolute truest prints possible. From capture to output, users can look forward to maintaining every incredible nuance and color with the utmost accuracy and precision.

Continuing the theme of unrivaled picture printing, Canon’s imagePROGRAF iPF6300, 24-inch Large Format printer will be on display at the Canon booth, demonstrating how professional designers and photographers can achieve extraordinary quality in their printed materials. Also on display, the 24″ imagePROGRAF iPF610, is ideal for general poster printing and offers office environments media input flexibility with a cassette holding sheets up to 17″ x 22″.

Meeting the demands of small office/home office (SOHO) users and workgroups, Canon will be showcasing some of its imageCLASS multi-function printers (MFPs), including three machines that support wireless connectivity.ⁱⁱ The Color imageCLASS MF8380Cdw, as well as the imageCLASS MF5950dw and MF4570dw multi-function printers allow end-users to print from virtually anywhere in their home or small office. The imageCLASS MF3010 multi-function printer is a great fit for a consumer seeking an entry-level compact laser MFP.

For those with more space available, Canon will be showing its REALiS WUX4000 D, a high-performance WUXGA (1920 x 1200) resolution installation projector employing Canon’s AISYS-enhanced LCOS technology and interchangeable Genuine Canon lenses. With 4000 lumens of brightness, it delivers spectacularly clear and rich images.

For more information on all of Canon’s products, please visit booth #13304 in the Central Hall at CES, or www.usa.canon.com.