HD-598 Camcorder

The HD-598 Camcorder comes with a 5.1-megapixel CMOS Sensor allows you to take high quality video and pictures. It also can be a PC camera, connect to the printer, view images or video files on your TV.

� 5.1 MP CMOS sensor
� 3 inch LTPS LCD Display
� 8 X Digital Zoom
� Dual SD/MMC card slots
� 32MB built-in memory and supports to 8GB card

The HD-598 Camcorder is available for $167.97.

VS to introduce component systems for lighting applications

LAS VEGAS, USA (AVING Special Report on 'LFI 2008') -- VS(Vossloh-Schwabe, Inc) introduced component systems for lighting applications at the 2008 Las Vegas LFI show.

efortune to present its 1.5-inch egg-shaped photo viewer

HONG KONG, China (AVING Special Report on '2008 China Sourcing Fairs') -- efortune(www.efn.cn) presented its 1.5-inch egg-shaped photo viewer during China Sourcing Fairs at AsiaWorld-Expo, Hong Kong, organized by Global Sources(NASDAQ: GSOL).

Newman Hyun slaps a 12 megapixel camera on the L1200 PMP

Apart from format support and blatant KIRFage, there's usually not much to distinguish one Chinese "MP4" player from another, so Newman's L1200 PMP is quite the standout with its 12 megapixel camera. Mounted cell-style on the edge of the device alongside a flash, the cam swivels 180 degrees to take regular shots or 30fps video of your smiling face. Other features include a 3-inch QVGA touchscreen, SD expansion, non-specific AVI video support, and a variety of shooting modes and setting for that cam. Not much else is known, but at just $132, it's worth a splurge if you ever see it outside of China.

Sony Ericsson cameraphones could support gesture control

Generally speaking, the cameras that come built in to today's mobiles are less than astounding, but a recent Sony Ericsson patent application could make 'em a bit more worthwhile. The patent describes a scenario where a user could input commands by simply gesturing in front of the lens, and the phone would then be able to decode certain actions and react accordingly. Apparently, one could answer a phone (in handsfree fashion, of course) from across the room with just a flick of the wrist, and tracks streaming over Bluetooth could be controlled by waving your hands like you just don't care. Granted, users would still have to be where the handset could see them, but aside from that, the idea's not too shabby.

Cedar Electronics CDV-528

Regrettably, we can safely say that we've seen a similar mishmash before, and while we've no idea who actually finds these things worthwhile, Cedar Electronics is apparently giving it a go with the CDV-528. This handheld camcorder / PMP conglomerate boasts a 2.4-inch 480 x 234 resolution LCD, a 5-megapixel CMOS sensor capable of snagging stills and VGA-quality video, between 32MB and 128MB of internal storage space and an SD / MMC expansion slot to boot. You'll also find PictBridge support, USB 2.0 connectivity, an AV output, some form of red-eye reduction and a rechargeable Li-ion cell. Interestingly, we're not told what types of files this thing will actually support, but let's just say that's reason enough for you to avoid this like the plague, cool?

5 Megapixel Underwater Digital Camera

How many times have you gone on holiday and wished that you had an underwater camera?

Well now you can this water proof camera is easy to use and the 5 Mega pixel resolutions is said to be excellent.
As well as stills it shoots video at 18-20 FPS QVGA, and will take SD cards up to 2GB. A TV output cable lets you play your movies and pics on the box, the waterproof housing is safe down to at least 15 metres, and of course you can take it out of its case and use it as a land camera.

You can even use it as a webcam if that�s your bag.

You can find out more about this camera here

Quickcam� Pro for Notebooks

Logitech QuickCam Pro for Notebooks (3)
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Logitech recently releases Quickcam� Pro for Notebooks. It has 2 megapixel sensor for higher image capturing capability in high definitions video quality (960 by 720 pixels). The lenses is made by Carl Zeiss� which famous with high quality lenses product and to keep the video results stay sharp, Quickcam� Pro comes with Premium auto focus and close up capability.

RightLight�2 technology embedded in this webcam to ensure image lighting quality by adjusting image exposure intelligently and compromising with dimly lighted room or poorly light source. You don�t need to add microphone for your webcam chat or podcast recording since Quickcam� Pro comes with integrated microphone (RightSound� technology) which ensure crystal clear conversations by using echo cancellation technology.

Unfortunately those sophisticated feature of Quickcam� Pro for Notebooks requires high performance Notebook PC to runs well. Older notebooks model with lower processor speed (less than 1.4 GHz ) will not gain all those features. Quickcam � Pro package comes with Eye-level desktop stand, Travel case, USB cable (90 cm), and QuickCam� Software CD. It will be on sale in July with price tag around $100.

First world digital camera with 39MP

The H2D-39 is the world�s first high-end, digital auto-focus camera based on a 39 million pixel sensor. The H2D-39 is designed around the Hasselblad H2 camera and is completely compatible with the H system range of central shutter lenses, the most advanced high-performance lenses in the world. The H2D-39 also includes a range of extended digital features including digital APO Correction technology and Instant Approval Architecture.

XXL Quality: 39 million pixels
The H2D-39 uses a 39 megapixel sensor that is more than twice the physical size of today�s 35mm sensors. This sensor holds more and larger pixels, which guarantees superior image quality and provides moir� free color rendering without gradation break-ups in even the finest lit surfaces. This sensor produces the largest digital files currently available for professional photography, making them ideal for the most demanding, high resolution printing applications and give the photographer increased flexibility and creative control when cropping or enlarging for printing. The H2D-39 represent the finest image capture quality possible; all images are the result of the superior performance of the H System camera and lenses and have been fine tuned with Hasselblad�s unique digital APO correction technique.


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Vivitar V3800N Manual SLR Camera with 50mm Lens & Case

Vivitar designs, develops, and markets affordable, easy-to-use photographic and digital imaging products that offer families and other consumers exceptional value, fine quality, and a wide range of features and benefits.PRODUCT FEATURES: Affordable SLR Camera with a 50mm Lens;Easy to use manual SLR camera ideal for the first-time SLR user;Complete with 50mm f/1.7 lens;Depth of field preview;Multiple exposure capability;Bright viewfinder with split image focusing and three-LED display;Hot shoe with x-contact for flash photography, synchronized at 1/125 second or slower;Film speed range: ISO 25 to3200;Accurate center-weighted, TTL metering system;Self-timer with 10 second delay;Accepts Pentax K mount lenses.

Electronics:
Quick release K type bayonet mount accepts included multi-coated f/1.7 50mm lens, or any other optional lens conforming to the K mount specification, Shutter speeds are set manually from Bulb to 1/2000, Fixed, eye-level pentaprism viewfinder with 92% field of view, Viewfinder displays TTL center weighted exposure metering - Red Plus sign means overexposure; Green Zero mean correct exposure; Red Dash equals underexposure, Viewfinder employs split image focusing and three LED display

Birdy Web Cam

Nothing says sexy like the Birdy Web Cam from BirdyGift.com. This adorable, and yet at the same time a little frightening, PC web cam comes to you in the shape of a perched bird & available in silver, red, blue or gold.

Made lovingly of plastic & ready for whatever you want to dish out, this little birdy is ready to come home. No word as of yet on pricing, but whatever the cost, I�m sure it�s worth it.

Hello Kitty DC571 Digital Camera

Say hello to the Hello Kitty DC571 Digital Camera. This baby is one flashy piece of camera, so watch out! KFE Japan has just unveiled this purrrty baby with the lens cover speckled with Hello Kitty fun.

This new 5 mega-pixel digital camera features a resolution of 640�480, as well as 22fps audio movie recording capabilities. With the more than pleasant shape & kittyness, I don�t think you can go wrong with this new camera. Unless you hate Hello Kitty. And what normal human being would be capable of such a thing? Cost, $217

Camera History

The camera was invented by Joseph Nicephore Niepce, a retired French army officer, who made the world�s first true photograph of a scene. The camera was invented in 1826 in St-Loup-de-Varennes, France.

Niepce�s camera 'Obscura' consisted of two wooden boxes, one carrying a lens and the other a ground-glass screen. The boxes were connected by bellows so that the distance between the lend and screen could be varied. Also he invented an iris diaphragm which could be adjusted to vary the size of the aperture and thus sharpen the image. Also by using a sheet of paper which had been sensitized with silver chloride as the negative.

The invention of the camera has developed dramatically over the years. Such development are making the camera portable (developed first by Friedrich Risner, German mathematician), improvement in the films, electronic flash (invented in 1931 by Harold E Edgeron, American photographer), colour photograph(taken in 1861 by English photographer Tomas Sutton, also invented the single-lens reflex camera) and many more.

Pentax Camera Information

Most of my shooting is done digitally now with the Pentax K10D or the Pentax ist-D (shown at left), but I still have a soft spot for my faithful Pentax MX (below). Made in the 1980s, it is a totally manual, completely mechanical, professional-quality camera (and there are still occasions when slide film, rather than digital, is appropriate).


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