How to Buy (and What's Inside) a Digital SLR Camera

You're ready to step up from a point-and-shoot (or cell phone camera) to a big, old fashioned looking SLR. But what is that exactly? And how does it work? PM dissects one and gives advice and buying tips for every budget.

Nikon Coolpix P7100

The Nikon Coolpix P7100 is the update to the Nikon Coolpix P7000 adding a front dial, tilting screen and according to Nikon "Enhanced high speed performance, quick response, a new user interface and HD movie recording." They also moved a few of the buttons around.

Tamron Announces “My Macro Exhibit” Tamron User Photo Contest

Tamron USA has launched the “My Macro Exhibit” photo contest for Tamron lens users living in the US. Entrants will create a 3D virtual exhibit on MyPhotoExhibits featuring 8 to 14 of their best macro images shot with Tamron lenses. The winning entry will be featured on Tamron’s website in February 2012. The winner will also receive his/her choice of one of four Tamron lenses: the 18-270mm Di II VC PZD 15x superzoom; the SP 17-50mm f/2.8 VC professional standard zoom, the SP 70-300mm VC USD telephoto zoom lens or the SP 60mm F/2.0 1:1 Macro.

Redrock Micro LiveLens MFT

The Redrock Micro LiveLens MFT is the first active lens mount to allow Canon EF lenses to be used with any Micro Four-Thirds camera body. With the LiveLens MFT’s control touchpad, the EF lens’ aperture can be opened and closed in increments as small as 1/3 stop. The LiveLens MFT works with virtually every EF lens available today, including variable aperture zoom lenses, prime lenses, consumer-level lenses, professional L-series lenses and most third party EF-compatible lenses. Introductory pricing for the LiveLens MFT is $442.50. The adapter can be purchased now at the website below.

Sony NEX-7 Gets New Hands-On Video

Check out this new hands-on video of Sony’s newest interchangeable lens camera ‘NEX-7′ that was made by Chris Niccolls from TheCameraStoreTV.

BenQ LM100 Rugged Compact Digital Camera

BenQ has released its first rugged compact digital camera, which is water, freeze-, shock- and dust-proof. Designed for adventurers, the camera features a 14-megapixel sensor, a 4x optical zoom lens, and a large 2.7-inch LCD display. There is also the Fish-Eye mode that provides an extremely large field of view and depth of focus. Other features include 28 scene modes including Color Accent and Panorama. The BenQ LM100 is currently available in Aquatic Blue, Sunset Orange and Fiery Red.

Nikon J1 Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera

The Nikon J1 comes with a 10.1-megapixel sensor, a 100-3200 ISO range, the company’s EXPEED 3 processor, an F-mount adapter and a 3-inch LCD display. Weighing at 383grams (including battery and memory card), the camera supports up to 60fps still image capture and a 400fps VGA video capture. The Nikon J1 retail for $649.95.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS22

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS22 was released in May 2010 and boasts a 16.1 megapixel sensor and 3 inch touch screen. The camera is available in black, pink and silver for £159.99.

Sigma 200-500mm f/2.8 APO EX DG Ultra-Telephoto Zoom Lens For Nikon

Amazon has started selling the new Sigma 200-500mm f/2.8 APO EX DG ultra-telephoto zoom lens for Nikon DSLRs, which is perfect for astro-photography, portraits, wildlife, and sports. The lens features an SLD (Special Low Dispersion) glass, three ELD glass elements, and a super multi-layer coating to produce high quality photos. This ultra-telephoto zoom lens is powered by a rechargeable Li-ion battery BP-21 for zooming and Auto Focus operations. What’s more, you can also add a 72mm filter at the rear of the lens.

Canon PowerShot S100 Available For Pre-Order At B&H

The all new Canon PowerShot S100 is now available for pre-order in the US via B&H online shop. This compact camera has a retail price of $429.95 and will start shipping from November. To refresh your memory, the S100 sports a high-sensitivity 12.1-megapixel 1/1.7-type CMOS sensor, a 24mm ultra-wide angle lens, a 5x optical zoom lens, a 3.0-inch PureColor II G (461k-dot) LCD display, Canon’s DIGIC 5 processor, an enhanced HS System, a built-in GPS, an HDMI port and 1080p Full HD video recording capabilities (24fps).

BenQ AE100 And AE200 Compact Digital Cameras

BenQ has rolled out the AE100 and AE200 compact digicams. Both cameras feature an F2.4-aperture lens, allowing you to easily capture high quality picture in low light environments without the use of flash. These cameras also support a 5x optical zoom, super-macro, and several special effects such as Panorama, Lomo, Fisheye, and Color Accent.

Canon PowerShot SX40 HS

The Canon PowerShot SX40 HS offers a superb 35x optical zoom lens, a back-illuminated 12.1-megapixel CMOS sensor, and the company’s latest DIGIC 5 image processor, allowing the camera to produce more natural and blur-free results.

Phase One Schneider Kreuznach Lenses

Phase One and Schneider Kreuznach have announced a series of new leaf shutter lenses. Designed for use with the Phase One 645DF and Mamiya 645DF camera bodies, the four new lenses are now under development, with the first two lenses to reach the market being the 75-150mm LS and 240mm LS.

Canon PowerShot S100 Point-And-Shoot Camera

Here’s a look at another upcoming point-and-shoot camera from Canon, the PowerShot S100. This compact camera will sport a high-sensitivity 12.1-megapixel 1/1.7-type CMOS sensor, a 24mm ultra-wide angle lens, a 5x optical zoom lens, a 3.0-inch PureColor II G (461k-dot) LCD display, Canon’s DIGIC 5 processor, an enhanced HS System, a built-in GPS, an HDMI port and 1080p Full HD video recording capabilities (24fps). The PowerShot S100 will become available from November 2011 for $429.99.

Canon PowerShot SD940 IS

Great things come in small packages. At least that it’s true with the Canon PowerShot SD940 IS. The SD940 is a point and shoot camera that is small, simple, yet filled with powerful and advanced features. It offers good photo and build quality and provides a simple operation. If this doesn’t sound like the product you are looking for, visit our point and shoot camera site for more side-by-side comparisons and objective reviews.
For years Panasonic has been a leader in the electronics industry. They have built a vast array of products that provide high performance and high quality to the user. The Panasonic FX75 is no exception. This point and shoot camera provides outstanding images and video. With an attractive and portable design, long battery life and high-performance video recording, this image capturing device is the best available in this category. For more side-by-side comparisons and objective reviews, visit our point and shoot digital camera page.

Kodak Easyshare Z5010

The Kodak EasyShare Z5010 is a new super-zoom camera, sporting a 21x, 25mm wide-angle lens. The 14 megapixel Z5010 also features a 3 inch LCD screen, 720p HD video recording, and the usual Kodak sharing options. The Kodak EasyShare Z5010 will be available in early October in black, priced at $229.95.

Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 Compact Digital Camera

Casio will release the Exilim EX-ZR15 compact digital camera in Japan. It is claimed to be the world’s fastest camera that offers a start-up time of only 0.99 seconds. The Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 features a 3-inch LCD display, a 14-megapixel sensor, and a 7X optical zoom lens. Measuring 101.9mm x 58.7mm x 27.4mm and weighing 176 grams(with battery), the Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 will be released on September 22, 2011 for 40,000 Yen or around $510.

Kodak Easyshare Touch M5370

The Kodak Easyshare Touch M5370 is a new compact camera featuring a 16 megapixel sensor and a touchscreen interface. The Kodak M5370 also offers a 5X wide angle SCHNEIDER KREUZNACH lens, an enhanced Share Button App, Face Tagging, 720p HD video, and over 20 different scene modes. The Kodak Touch camera comes in silver, blue, pink and red for £129.99.

Jessops Opens Westfield Stratford City Store

Jessops are offering 1/3 off all Jessops printed photo products to celebrate the opening of their new store at Westfield Stratford City in London. Constructed near the Olympic site, Westfield is Europe’s largest urban shopping centre. The new Jessops store boasts a new customer-friendly layout enabling you to test and trial live interactive cameras.