Engadget RSS Feed http://www.engadget.com Engadget http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/www.engadget.com/media/feedlogo.gif Engadget http://www.engadget.com en-us Copyright 2013 AOL Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/ <![CDATA[Nikon intros flagship Coolpix P7700 for prosumers, diminutive Coolpix S01 for fashionistas]]> http://www.engadget.com/2012/08/22/nikon-coolpix-p7700-s01-camera-official-price-ship-date/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2012/08/22/nikon-coolpix-p7700-s01-camera-official-price-ship-date/ http://www.engadget.com/2012/08/22/nikon-coolpix-p7700-s01-camera-official-price-ship-date/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments Nikon intros flagship Coolpix P7700 for prosumers, diminutive Coolpix S01 for fashionistas

In a bid to give Canon's PowerShot G1 X a run for its money, Nikon is pulling out every stop it knows with the introduction of the Coolpix P7700. It's a decidedly prosumer model, priced at a buck under $500 and equipped with a 1/1.7-inch 12.2 megapixel BSI CMOS sensor, 7.1x zoom lens (with a maximum aperture of f/2), 1080p movie mode, Lens-Shift Vibration Reduction and full manual control for those who abhor automatic captures. On the opposite side of the spectrum, there's the $179 Coolpix S01 -- a bantam P&S camera that's bound to snake its way into stockings this holiday season. Specs-wise, it's packing a 2.5-inch touchpanel, electronic VR, a 10 megapixel CCD sensor, built-in flash and a stainless exterior that measures just 3.1- x 2.1- x 0.7-inches. It'll ship alongside the P7700 this September, but it's on you to pick between the red, silver, white and pink color options. The full releases are embedded after the break.

Gallery: Nikon Coolpix P7700 photo gallery

Gallery: Nikon Coolpix S01 photo gallery

Filed under:

Comments

]]> cameracompactcompact cameraCompactCameraCoolpix P7700Coolpix S01CoolpixP7700CoolpixS01nikonnikon Coolpix P7700nikon Coolpix S01NikonCoolpixP7700NikonCoolpixS01point and shootpoint-and-shootPointAndShootprosumer Wed, 22 Aug 2012 00:01:00 -0400 21|20305880 <![CDATA[Motorola asks business users to defect, offers $200 for new Android handset purchase]]> http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/28/motorola-asks-business-users-to-defect-offers-200-for-new-andr/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/28/motorola-asks-business-users-to-defect-offers-200-for-new-andr/ http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/28/motorola-asks-business-users-to-defect-offers-200-for-new-andr/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments Motorola Mobility wants business users on Android handsets, and to accomplish this the company has decided to put its money where its mouth is. Starting today, Moto will offer up to $200 to smartphone users that trade in their old, BLUR-less set for a new Android device. The company is also offering converts its MotoAssist service, which should -- in theory -- make the data migration process as painless as possible. The Droid RAZR Maxx, Droid 4 and Atrix 2 are just a few of the handsets up for grabs. Saunter on past the break for the full PR, and be sure to let us know if a pair of Benjamins in your pocket is just what you've been waiting for to make the switch.

Filed under:

Comments

]]> AndroidbusinessmobilepostminiMotoAssistMotorolaMotorola MobilityMotorolaMobilityprogramprosumerprosumerstradetrade intrade in programtrade uptrade-in programTrade-inProgramTradeInTradeInProgramTradeUpusers Tue, 28 Feb 2012 22:50:00 -0500 21|20181459 <![CDATA[Altec Lansing announces a trio of 'Custom Series' in-ear monitors -- no, seriously]]> http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/15/altec-lansing-announces-a-trio-of-custom-series-in-ear-monitor/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/15/altec-lansing-announces-a-trio-of-custom-series-in-ear-monitor/ http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/15/altec-lansing-announces-a-trio-of-custom-series-in-ear-monitor/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments Sure, we've covered in-ear monitors from the likes of Westone and Shure, but Altec Lansing? Believe it. Taking a sidestep from its usual consumer-focused audio wares, the company today announced a partnership with ACS Custom to bring a trio of custom-molded IEMs, packing balanced-armature drivers to market. Each ear-mold is "handcrafted from advanced, medical-grade silicone" and you can expect noise isolation in upwards of 27dB, although, you'll somewhat disappointingly be stuck with Altec's signature smoked-grey and gold color scheme. The IEMs feature kevlar-wrapped cabling -- which notably, isn't removable like similar offerings at this price -- and a right-angle 3.5mm plug for hook-up.

The trophy piece of the bunch, dubbed A3 (pictured), is aimed at music professionals and will retail for $1000, featuring a duo of treble and mid-range drivers along with a single woofer. For those leaning toward something less spendy, the $750 A2 variant drops one of the high / mid drivers in favor of a dual-driver setup, while the $500 A1 gets even smaller with a single full-range driver. Better yet, after ordering a set from Altec or an authorized retailer, you'll have a choice of about 300 audiologists -- hopefully within reasonable distance your abode -- to get you ear's impressions taken and sent over for creation. If you're willing to give 'em a shot, the Altec Lansing Custom Series IEMs will be available starting this month, and you'll find the full press release after the break.

Gallery: Altec Lansing Custom Series in-ear monitors

Comments

]]> a1a2a3acs customAcsCustomaltec lansingaltec lansing iemAltecLansingAltecLansingIemaudioaudiophileCustom SeriesCustom Series IEMCustomSeriesCustomSeriesIemdual driverDualDriverfull-range driverFull-rangeDriveriemiemsin-ear headphonesIn-earHeadphonesprofessionalprosumertriple driveTripleDrivewoofer Tue, 15 Nov 2011 09:00:00 -0500 21|20106221 <![CDATA[Ricoh GXR Leica M-mount module gets a September ship date, lets you swap lenses with one sensor]]> http://www.engadget.com/2011/08/05/ricoh-gxr-leica-m-mount-module-gets-a-september-ship-date-lets/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2011/08/05/ricoh-gxr-leica-m-mount-module-gets-a-september-ship-date-lets/ http://www.engadget.com/2011/08/05/ricoh-gxr-leica-m-mount-module-gets-a-september-ship-date-lets/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments Sure, you've seen cameras with interchangeable lenses -- you might even own one or two -- but a cam that lets you swap out the sensor with the lens? Now that's pretty unique. Ricoh's GXR has been around since 2009 and does exactly that, with four lens / sensor combos, including two zooms and a pair of fixed lenses. Now, the company has confirmed that its new Leica M-mount module will ship on September 9th, letting you use your existing Leica lenses with the GXR. The module includes a 12.3 megapixel APS-C sensor and has a 27.8mm Leica M bayonet mount, with support for RAW image capture and 720p video. It also has an "open" price, which means it's still anyone's guess as to how much you'll be shelling over. But if you own a collection of Leica glass and are interested in experimenting with such a unique sensor-swapping camera system, you're probably somewhat open to open pricing.

Comments

]]> 12.3 megapixel12.3Megapixelaps-ccameracamera systemCameraSystemcompactdigital slrDigitalSlrdslrgxrilcinterchangeableinterchangeable lensInterchangeableLensleicaleica mleica m mountLeicaMLeicaMMountm mountMMountprosumerricohricoh gxrRicohGxr Fri, 05 Aug 2011 16:18:00 -0400 21|20010470 <![CDATA[AMP camera records 1080p HDR video, you probably can't have one]]> http://www.engadget.com/2011/06/25/amp-camera-records-1080p-hdr-video-you-probably-cant-have-one/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2011/06/25/amp-camera-records-1080p-hdr-video-you-probably-cant-have-one/ http://www.engadget.com/2011/06/25/amp-camera-records-1080p-hdr-video-you-probably-cant-have-one/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments We've already seen cameras that let you pretend you live in a radioactive apocalypse shoot HDR video, combining overexposed and underexposed images into one surreal composite. But so far, that kind of dystopian trippiness has been relegated to experiments and rigs using two lenses. But here we have AMP, a portable-enough five-pound camera that splits the light into three sensors, giving it a range of 17.5 stops to "reveal reality" in our drab, incomplete lives. The single-lens camera shoots 1080p video at 24fps or 30fps, records raw, uncompressed data to an SSD, and works with Nikon F-Mount-compatible lenses. To give you some perspective on the amount of sheer storage required, AMP promises a 256GB SSD can hold 30-plus minutes of footage, with 24fps video consuming less space than the 30 fps variety. It'll be available later this summer for some unknown sum, but not as a mass-produced product. Rather, it'll end up in the hands of a select few prosumers who add themselves to a waiting list. Assuming you won't be one of the chosen, you can get your fill of reality in a pair of demo videos after the break.

Comments

]]> AMPcamcordercamcordersContrast Optical Design EngineeringContrastOpticalDesignEngineeringHD videoHDRHDR camcorderHDR videoHdrCamcorderHdrVideoHdVideohigh dynamic rangeHighDynamicRangeProsumerProsumer cameraProsumerCameravideo Sat, 25 Jun 2011 21:04:00 -0400 21|19976493 <![CDATA[Nikon D5100 and ME-1 external mic coming April 21st, we go hands-on (video)]]> http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/05/nikon-d5100-and-me-1-external-mic-coming-april-21st-we-go-hands/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/05/nikon-d5100-and-me-1-external-mic-coming-april-21st-we-go-hands/ http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/05/nikon-d5100-and-me-1-external-mic-coming-april-21st-we-go-hands/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments Okay, so Nikon kind of spoiled the surprise with this one, but we can now enlighten you with the full details of its upcoming midrange (or "advanced beginner" as Nikon calls it) DSLR refresh. The D5100 takes the spot of the venerable D5000, but follows the previous generation's recipe for success pretty closely. The D5000 was a stripped-down D90 in a simpler, smaller package that came with an articulating LCD, and the D5100 just so happens to feature the same mighty 16.2 megapixel sensor as the D7000 (Nikon's current high-end consumer DSLR) augmented with a flipout screen. Having the D7000's internals helps the new shooter churn out 1080p video at 24fps, 25fps, or 30fps, depending on your preference for up to a maximum of 20 minutes. The D5000 is only capable of five-minute bursts of 720/24p video and isn't able to continually autofocus, which the D5100 can. The D5100 also betters its predecessor in terms of physical fitness, coming in at a healthy 10 percent lighter and smaller, while a good number of the physical controls have been repositioned in order to allow for a new horizontal opening mechanism. That'll be a well appreciated tweak for tripod users. The new screen's also 17 percent thinner, we're told, and steps up to a 3-inch diagonal with a 920k-dot resolution. Solid stuff. After the break you'll find a full spec sheet along with some video action with the D5100. Pricing for this camera is set at $800 / €777 / £670 for the body only or $900 / €904 / £780 for the body plus an 18-55mm VR kit lens. The ME-1 external mic introduced alongside it -- did we not mention the D5100 has an external mic input -- will cost $180 / €139 / £120 and both are expected in stores on April 21st.

Gallery: Nikon D5100 DSLR and ME-1 external mic hands-on


Gallery: Nikon D5100 DSLR and ME-1 external mic


Gallery: Nikon D5100 vs Nikon D5000

Filed under:

Comments

]]> 1080p16 megapixel16Megapixel30fpsarticulating displayarticulating lcdArticulatingDisplayArticulatingLcdavailabilitybreaking newscameracontinuous afcontinuous autofocusContinuousAfContinuousAutofocusd5100digital cameradigital slrDigitalCameraDigitalSlrdslrdxhands-onhdhd videohdrHdVideolaunchme-1midrangenikonNikon D5100nikon me-1NikonD5100NikonMe-1officialpricepricingprosumerrefreshreleaseupdateupgradevideo Tue, 05 Apr 2011 00:00:00 -0400 21|19902757 <![CDATA[Panasonic Lumix GH2 review roundup: impressive video recording, murky still images]]> http://www.engadget.com/2011/03/27/panasonic-lumix-gh2-review-roundup-impressive-video-recording/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2011/03/27/panasonic-lumix-gh2-review-roundup-impressive-video-recording/ http://www.engadget.com/2011/03/27/panasonic-lumix-gh2-review-roundup-impressive-video-recording/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments In case you're still wondering if Panasonic's mirrorless Lumix GH2 is worth your $900, we've rounded up a handful of reviews to provide a pointer for your next big purchase. While most reviewers agree that this Micro Four Thirds camera appears to be very similar to its predecessor, they universally praise the subtly improved ergonomics, speedy liveview autofocusing, and refined image quality, especially with its 1080p AVCHD video recording (although Digital Camera Resource Page did notice some artifacting in its clips). Noise is also a non-issue up to about ISO 800 or 1600, though it's apparent that the 16 megapixel stills are comparatively dull and, like those from many other MFTs, aren't quite on par with DSLRs -- expect plenty of manual processing work here, as demoed by the good folks over at Digital Photography Review. All in all, the GH2 is a great kit for high quality video capturing, bundled with a pretty good still performance that requires some extra TLC afterwards -- kinda ironic in a way, but hey, this isn't a problem for lovers of video bokeh. Head over to the links below for some in-depth analysis and walk-through before you leave a small dent on your bank account.

Read - Digital Photography Review
Read - Photography Blog
Read - Camera Labs
Read - Digital Camera Resource Page
Read - Let's Go Digital

Comments

]]> 1080p16 megapixels16Megapixels16mpavchdcameraDMC-GH2GH2interchangeable lensInterchangeableLenslumixlumix DMC-GH2lumix g micro systemlumix gh2LumixDmc-gh2LumixGh2LumixGMicroSystemmftMFTsmicro four thirdsMicroFourThirdspanasonicpanasonic gh2PanasonicGh2prosumerprosumer cameraProsumerCamerareviewreview roundupReviewRounduproundup Sun, 27 Mar 2011 16:18:00 -0400 21|19893123 <![CDATA[Atomos Ninja and Samurai HD video recorder / monitors bring compression jutsu to pro filmmaking]]> http://www.engadget.com/2011/03/26/atomos-ninja-and-samurai-hd-video-recorder-monitors-bring-comp/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2011/03/26/atomos-ninja-and-samurai-hd-video-recorder-monitors-bring-comp/ http://www.engadget.com/2011/03/26/atomos-ninja-and-samurai-hd-video-recorder-monitors-bring-comp/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments We all drool over the hi-res video shot by cameras like the RED EPIC, but for indie-film types, processing the massive files produced takes a lot of time (and therefore money) and not everyone has an ARRI ALEXA to do native recording compression. Enter the Atomos Ninja and Samurai HD recorder / monitor / playback devices that take your 10-bit video and compress it in Apple's 1080p ProRes QuickTime format to make your post-production life a little easier. The Ninja pulls video through HDMI and deposits it on your choice of 2.5-inch HDD or SDD storage, does playback via a 4.3-inch 480 x 270 touchscreen, and has continuous power thanks to dual hot-swappable batteries (available in 2600, 5200, and 7800 mAh varieties). Meanwhile, the Samurai matches the Ninja's specs, but swaps out the HDMI connection for HD-SDI ports and adds SDI Loop-Through to connect an external monitor, a larger 5-inch 800 x 400 display, and 3D support (if you get two Samurais genlocked together). Both units have FireWire 800 and USB 2.0 and 3.0 connections for offloading your vids. Those with Spielbergian aspirations can pony up $995 for the Ninja right now, or pay $1,495 for the Samurai upon its release this summer.

Filed under:

Comments

]]> 10 bit10-bit10Bit35mmaccessoryatomosatomos ninjaatomos samuraiAtomosNinjaAtomosSamuraicamcordercameradigitalfilmfilmmakingfirewireFireWire 800Firewire800full frameFullFramehdhdd recorderHddRecorderhdmininjaperipheralportableportable storagePortableStorageproproresprosumerquicktimeredtouchscreenvideo Sat, 26 Mar 2011 11:02:00 -0400 21|19892439 <![CDATA[Nikon Coolpix P7000 v1.1 firmware released, improves RAW processing and focusing reliability]]> http://www.engadget.com/2010/12/15/nikon-coolpix-p7000-v1-1-firmware-released-improves-raw-process/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2010/12/15/nikon-coolpix-p7000-v1-1-firmware-released-improves-raw-process/ http://www.engadget.com/2010/12/15/nikon-coolpix-p7000-v1-1-firmware-released-improves-raw-process/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments Nikon's taken criticism of its enthusiast-friendly P7000 compact to heart and has today announced a fresh firmware for that shooter. Overall NRW (Nikon's own RAW format) processing times are said to have been reduced, while lens control has been optimized to reduce the occurrence of focusing errors. A couple of other tweaks have also been thrown in: one to overcome a rare issue that would block the zoom from operating, and another causing blown highlights on the camera's LCD when Active D-Lighting is enabled and the shutter is half-pressed. That's your lot; if you've got the camera already, it's a no-brainer, and if you don't, it might cast a happier new light on the P7000's earlier reviews.

Comments

]]> cameracompactcoolpixdigicamdigital cameraDigitalCamerafirmwarefirmware updateFirmwareUpdatenikonp7000prosumersoftwaresoftware updateSoftwareUpdateupdate Wed, 15 Dec 2010 14:40:00 -0500 21|19762956 <![CDATA[Sony sees RED with PMW-F3 camera, we go hands-on with the $16k "indie" (video)]]> http://www.engadget.com/2010/11/18/sony-sees-red-with-pmw-f3-camera-we-go-hands-on-with-the-16k/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2010/11/18/sony-sees-red-with-pmw-f3-camera-we-go-hands-on-with-the-16k/ http://www.engadget.com/2010/11/18/sony-sees-red-with-pmw-f3-camera-we-go-hands-on-with-the-16k/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments
In the wild, wild world of film production it's sometimes tough to separate the consumers from the prosumers from the independent filmmakers from the big studios -- especially when more affordable technology makes it easier and easier for one class to imitate the other. Sony's latest 35mm CMOS imager video camera is an attempt to cover lost ground in the "indie" realm of requisite low-budget and desired high production value, a market dominated by the RED One, and to some extent Canon's 5D Mark II and 7D, for the past couple years.

Sony's PMW-F3 -- shipping in February -- is a considerable step up from the earlier EX3. The most obvious change is the inclusion of the new Exmor Super 35 CMOS sensor and interchangeable lens mounts, facilitating shallow depth of field with a fairly impressive dynamic range. But at the price of a semester's worth of film school, will this offering hold its own in the field?

Read on for our full impressions -- including all the gory details -- and video of our brief encounter with the new shooter.

Filed under: ,

Comments

]]> 35mm35mm digital cinema35mmDigitalCinemacamcordercamerafilmmakerhands-onindiepmw-f3pmwf3prosumerredsony Thu, 18 Nov 2010 19:10:00 -0500 21|19724401 <![CDATA[Canon's 60D impresses reviewers, but a challenger approaches (video)]]> http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/15/canons-60d-impresses-reviewers-but-a-challenger-approaches-vi/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/15/canons-60d-impresses-reviewers-but-a-challenger-approaches-vi/ http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/15/canons-60d-impresses-reviewers-but-a-challenger-approaches-vi/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments Canon's 60D impresses reviewers, but a challenger approaches Canon's prosumer line just got a little better, with the 18 megapixel, 1080p recording 60D hitting stores and, now, getting recommended reviews. Photo Blog and Camera Labs have weighed in so far, and both have positive conclusions, most notably regarding that movie mode. The camera will kindly record in 1080p24 in addition to 1080p30, but the autofocus while filming is panned, called "fairly useless" thanks to only happening when you half-press the shutter button, and then taking a few seconds to figure things out -- but that's just like the EOS 7D and T2i. Overall the 60D scores highly and easily bests the 50D it replaces, but the real competition is Nikon's D7000, which interestingly is busting out at retail already, offering a similar price point, similar capabilities, and a magnesium alloy chassis, versus the plastic one on the Canon. How will they compare? We'll just have to wait for the next round of reviews to find out.

Comments

]]> 1080p18 megapixel18Megapixel60dcanondslreos 60dEos60dprosumerreviewreviewedvideo Fri, 15 Oct 2010 09:05:00 -0400 21|19675366 <![CDATA[Nikon Coolpix P7000 reviewed: a serious contender, but sluggish RAW performance]]> http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/05/nikon-coolpix-p7000-reviewed-a-serious-contender-but-sluggish/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/05/nikon-coolpix-p7000-reviewed-a-serious-contender-but-sluggish/ http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/05/nikon-coolpix-p7000-reviewed-a-serious-contender-but-sluggish/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments In case you weren't aware, competition's getting some kind of fierce down in that $400 to $800 not-quite-a-DSLR realm. We've got interchangeable lens options galore, a new breed of high performance compacts and the Canon G12. Nikon's got its aim planted firmly on the latter with the Coolpix P7000, a decidedly prosumer camera with the body of a point-and-shoot and the controls of a pro rig. The good folks over at Photography Blog recently put the P7000 through its paces, and while they adored the optical viewfinder, the build quality and the zoom range, they couldn't quite get over the notably sluggish RAW performance. Worse still, Nikon has yet again changed up its RAW formula, with the newfangled NRW+ only being understandable by the company's own software for the moment. They found "no unwanted noise" from ISO 100 to 400, with only mild amounts at 800 and 1600; the extra pro-like features were also lauded (neutral density filter, zoom step feature, virtual horizon and tonal range histogram), and with an exception for that sluggish RAW mode, they found it tough to not recommend. Particularly for those of you who'd prefer to stick with JPEG anyway, this here shooter looks to be a solid option if you've got the cash ($499.99 MSRP), but we'd recommend poring over the source link before making a final call.

Comments

]]> cameracoolpixcoolpix p7000CoolpixP7000digical cameraDigicalCameradigicamnikonnikon coolpix p7000NikonCoolpixP7000p7000point and shootPointAndShootprosumerreviewed Tue, 05 Oct 2010 14:57:00 -0400 21|19661347 <![CDATA[RED founder Jim Jannard calls prosumer Scarlet 'a mistake']]> http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/05/red-founder-jim-jannard-calls-prosumer-scarlet-a-mistake/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/05/red-founder-jim-jannard-calls-prosumer-scarlet-a-mistake/ http://www.engadget.com/2010/10/05/red-founder-jim-jannard-calls-prosumer-scarlet-a-mistake/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments
Perhaps it should be no surprise, considering the heartbreaking delays (and $1,000 price bump) the Scarlet has already endured, but it looks like the project is undergoing a major shift in focus -- namely, it will no longer be targeted towards prosumers. EOS HD quotes RED founder Jim Jannard thusly:
The concept of RED was to build a camera with as much capability as possible... for the professional market. Then we thought we could extend it down a bit to the prosumer level. Apparently, that was a mistake.
He also says that "plenty of companies [are] dedicated to selling prosumer (short for 'almost right') cameras. We aren't going to be one of them." And later, "we had no idea what we were doing... Nothing works like it is supposed to." Ouch. Although we respect the man's candor (if not his eyewear), it's hard to say exactly what this all means: is the Scarlet camera going to be scuttled completely (probably not), or merely priced out of consideration for the (well-heeled) consumer? Either way, you can officially consider us bummed out.

Comments

]]> bummerdelaydslrhdr xHdrXjim jannardJimJannardprosumerredred scarletRedScarletscarlet Tue, 05 Oct 2010 12:09:00 -0400 21|19661442 <![CDATA[Nikon D7000 pictured ahead of imminent release?]]> http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/14/nikon-d7000-pictured-ahead-of-imminent-release/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/14/nikon-d7000-pictured-ahead-of-imminent-release/ http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/14/nikon-d7000-pictured-ahead-of-imminent-release/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments What, the D3100 and its fancy new autofocusing video mode not enough for ya? Ever since Nikon updated its entry level DSLR, rumors have been rife of a new teammate for it, namely a D7000, designed to replace the wildly popular D90 prosumer shooter. Today, those rumors get enriched with a supposedly legit image, showing a realignment of the buttons on the back, a bit more control with a dual jog dial on the left shoulder, and a new Live View-switching toggle as first seen on the D3100. Look for the D7000, along with a new Speedlight flash and a couple of juicy Nikkor prime lenses, to get officially announced early tomorrow morning. Or not, you never know with rumors.

Comments

]]> d7000digital slrDigitalSlrdslrleaknikonnikon d7000NikonD7000prosumerrumorsemi-prospeculation Tue, 14 Sep 2010 08:06:00 -0400 21|19632658 <![CDATA[Nikon Coolpix P7000 brings manual heat to the prosumer level]]> http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/08/nikon-coolpix-p7000-brings-manual-heat-to-the-prosumer-level/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/08/nikon-coolpix-p7000-brings-manual-heat-to-the-prosumer-level/ http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/08/nikon-coolpix-p7000-brings-manual-heat-to-the-prosumer-level/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments Well well -- what's this? Look like all those rumors about Nikon licking its wounds and gunning hard for the high-end compact camera market were true: this hot little piece is the new Coolpix P7000, Nikon's answer to the Canon G11. Like we'd heard, it actually drops the megapixel count from the P6000, with a 10.1 megapixel CCD sensor that can hit ISO 6400 sensitivity natively and 12,800 when boosted behind a f/2.8-5.6 7.1x VR zoom lens and a three-inch 921,000-dot LCD display. It also has full manual controls for virtually every setting, an optical viewfinder and accessory hot shoe, RAW support, and a 720p/24 movie mode with VR and continuous autofocus that might actually be useful for more than just casual shooting because there's a mic jack. There's also the usual range of Coolpix automatic adjustments and modes, of course, but come on -- look at all those manual dials and buttons, people. It'll hit later this month for $499.99 -- we're definitely requesting a review unit to put this head to head with seemingly-similar G11 and others pro compacts like the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5, so stay tuned. PR after the break.

Gallery: Nikon's Coolpix P7000 brings manual heat to the prosumer level

Comments

]]> coolpixcoolpix p7000CoolpixP7000nikonnikon coolpix p7000NikonCoolpixP7000p7000prosumer Wed, 08 Sep 2010 00:01:00 -0400 21|19624468 <![CDATA[Canon Rebel T2i / 550D receives plaudit-heavy reviews]]> http://www.engadget.com/2010/03/31/canon-rebel-t2i-550d-receives-plaudit-heavy-reviews/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2010/03/31/canon-rebel-t2i-550d-receives-plaudit-heavy-reviews/ http://www.engadget.com/2010/03/31/canon-rebel-t2i-550d-receives-plaudit-heavy-reviews/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments We've seen plenty of the headline 1080p / 30fps video mode on the Rebel T2i, but what's been missing till now are the equally comprehensive reviews of this new 18 megapixel shooter's other talents. Starting off with image quality -- still the bread and butter of any DSLR -- Camera Labs informs us that "the EOS 550D / T2i delivered images which were essentially the same as those from the EOS 7D," describing them as highly detailed and exhibiting no greater noise than can be found on Nikon's 12 megapixel competitors. An impressive feat, you will agree. Further appreciation is meted out for the newly improved LCD screen on the back, whose 3:2 ratio matches the sensor's dimensions, but there's also warning that the 7D retains a significant advantage in terms of ergonomics, weatherproofing, continuous burst mode, and autofocus. Even so, both reviews were happy to pin their "highly recommended" badges on the T2i, and you can discover the more nuanced reasons for doing so at the source links below.

Comments

]]> 1080p550dcameracanoncanon 550dcanon eos 550dcanon rebel t2iCanon550dCanonEos550dCanonRebelT2idigital cameradigital slrDigitalCameraDigitalSlrdslreos 550dEos550dprosumerrebelrebel t2iRebelT2ireviewreview roundupReviewRoundupreviews Wed, 31 Mar 2010 10:13:00 -0400 21|19421166 <![CDATA[Canon Rebel T2i / 550D squares off with EOS 7D in video performance test]]> http://www.engadget.com/2010/03/02/canon-rebel-t2i-550d-squares-off-with-eos-7d-in-video-performa/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2010/03/02/canon-rebel-t2i-550d-squares-off-with-eos-7d-in-video-performa/ http://www.engadget.com/2010/03/02/canon-rebel-t2i-550d-squares-off-with-eos-7d-in-video-performa/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments We should all be pretty familiar with the specs of Canon's latest mainstream DSLR, so let's skip past the new 18 megapixel CMOS sensor, SDXC memory card compatibility and high-res 3-inch LCD screen, and just focus on the one area where the Rebel T2i has a shot at matching the EOS 7D: 1080p video. Ron Risman of Cameratown has perched the two black-clad champs atop a tripod, installed identical (for the purposes of the test) lenses on them, and gone to town with testing the ISO performance of the two bodies. As he sees it, there's no perceptible difference between the two up to ISO 1600, though looking at his video test we're also hard pressed to distinguish any notable discrepancies at the maximum 6400 setting. Needless to say, the conclusion is that if you're just after the 7D's video performance with a smaller price tag, the Rebel T2i / 550D is the shooter for you. To make that decision as informed as possible, there's also a feature comparison list, so skip along to the source link to get informed.

Comments

]]> 550d7dcameracanoncanon 550dCanon EOS 7Dcanon rebelcanon rebel t2iCanon550dCanonEos7dCanonRebelCanonRebelT2icomparisondigital cameradigital slrDigitalCameraDigitalSlrdslreos 7dEos7disoiso performanceIsoPerformanceprosumerrebelrebel t2iRebelT2ireview Tue, 02 Mar 2010 14:44:00 -0500 21|19379926 <![CDATA[Canon Rebel T2i / 550D demonstrates 1080p video mode, collects glowing early preview]]> http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/25/canon-rebel-t2i-550d-demonstrates-1080p-video-mode-collects/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/25/canon-rebel-t2i-550d-demonstrates-1080p-video-mode-collects/ http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/25/canon-rebel-t2i-550d-demonstrates-1080p-video-mode-collects/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments We seriously need to open up an Austrian branch of Engadget. After treating us to a titanium iPhone, the Governator's homeland is now playing host to the first professionally shot 1080p video with the new T2i / 550D from Canon. Nino Leitner has shot a moody short film with a pre-production unit and his conclusion has been that the video you can obtain from the latest prosumer shooter is indistinguishable from the output of the mighty Canon 7D. High praise indeed, but not altogether unexpected considering the T2i sports an all-new 18 megapixel sensor (that is "very similar" to the 7D's) and has had its 1080p recording upgraded to the requisite 30fps to make it a viable shooting mode. Skip past the break to have a look at his results or visit the source for Nino's in-depth preview. Nikon, you've been put on notice.

Filed under:

Comments

]]> 1080p550dcameracanoncanon 550dcanon rebelcanon rebel t2iCanon550dCanonRebelCanonRebelT2idigital cameradigital slrDigitalCameraDigitalSlrdslrfull hdFullHdhdhd videoHdVideoprosumerrebelrebel t2iRebelT2ivideovideo modeVideoMode Thu, 25 Feb 2010 06:13:00 -0500 21|19372972 <![CDATA[Pentax trots out gorgeous K-7 Limited Silver DSLR]]> http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/22/pentax-trots-out-gorgeous-k-7-limited-silver-dslr/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/22/pentax-trots-out-gorgeous-k-7-limited-silver-dslr/ http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/22/pentax-trots-out-gorgeous-k-7-limited-silver-dslr/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments Do Japanese gadget makers think we're not superficial enough to appreciate specially repainted editions of their gear? Because we are, we totally are. Pentax is producing a mere 1,000 units of the above slice of DSLR beauty and predictably they all seem to be headed to the Japanese market. The Limited Silver variant of the K-7 adds a few enhancements, too, with a specially reinforced glass plate protecting the LCD and adding to the original's robust weatherproofing, as well as updated firmware and photo processing software. The most intriguing addition is the inclusion of a "golden section ratio" focusing screen with curved guiding lines that are supposed to make image composition even easier. We'd say that's just the sort of cosmetic enhancement you'd expect on a prettied up limited edition shooter, but that'd make our bitterness at not being able to buy one too obvious.

Comments

]]> digital slrDigitalSlrdslrgolden ratiogolden section ratioGoldenRatioGoldenSectionRatiojapank-7k-7 silverK-7Silverlimited editionlimited silverLimitedEditionLimitedSilverpentaxpentax k-7PentaxK-7prosumersemi-prosilverSpecial EditionSpecialEdition Mon, 22 Feb 2010 08:29:00 -0500 21|19367665 <![CDATA[Panasonic adds silver and pink body options to GF1, exhibits poor timing]]> http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/12/panasonic-adds-silver-and-pink-body-options-to-gf1-exhibits-poo/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/12/panasonic-adds-silver-and-pink-body-options-to-gf1-exhibits-poo/ http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/12/panasonic-adds-silver-and-pink-body-options-to-gf1-exhibits-poo/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments It's pretty much common knowledge these days that we're big fans of Micro Four Thirds cameras, and while Olympus may already be shipping its second generation hardware, Panasonic is holding firm with the still highly desirable GF1. Tweaking up the formula just a tad, the company is throwing its Japanese audience a bone with a pair of frankly stupendous color options, led by the silver (looks more like gunmetal to us) number above. We're digging the contrast between the black sections and silver body, though the real highlight must be that we don't find the pink option (pictured after the break) intolerable. Good job by Panasonic on picking out these hues, but why on earth are they coming out on March 12 -- shouldn't the marketing department be aware of certain global consumerist events that exist pretty much exclusively to stimulate indulgent purchases of superficially appealing new gear?

Comments

]]> cameracolorcolorsdigital cameraDigitalCameradmc-gf1gf1japanmicro four thirdsMicroFourThirdspanasonicpanasonic dmc-gf1panasonic gf1PanasonicDmc-gf1PanasonicGf1pinkprosumersakurasakura pinkSakuraPinksemi-prosilver Fri, 12 Feb 2010 04:07:00 -0500 21|19355578 <![CDATA[Sony finally lets you use SD memory on Handycams, freshens up pro shooters with SSDs]]> http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/06/sony-finally-lets-you-use-sd-memory-on-handycams-freshens-up-pr/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/06/sony-finally-lets-you-use-sd-memory-on-handycams-freshens-up-pr/ http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/06/sony-finally-lets-you-use-sd-memory-on-handycams-freshens-up-pr/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments Sony has just announced yet another mad plethora of Handycams, this time spreading its back-illuminated Exmor R sensor throughout the whole range. With it comes the ability to expand storage via Memory Stick, SD or SDHC cards, much improved "quick AF" functionality, as well as a six-blade aperture producing a more appealing "bokeh" -- quite an advanced consideration when talking about humble consumer recorders. The flagship XR550V (250GB HDD) and CX550V (64GB SSD) models also feature a wide-angle G lens, 12 megapixel stills, assignable manual control dial, and dedicated mic and headphone inputs. On the professional front, the company is offering the AX2000 and HXR-NX5U, with both recording AVCHD at rates up to 24MBps and producing 1080p footage. A 20x optical zoom is also nice, but for the $3,500 price of the cheaper AX2000, we'd expect nothing less. Check out the source links below for further details, including full pricing and availability.

Gallery: Sony's CES 2010 camcorder lineup

Comments

]]> ax2000bokehcamcamcordercameracesces 2010Ces2010cx300cx350vdigital cameraDigitalCameraexmor rExmorRhandycamhxr-nx5uprosumersonyvideo cameraVideoCameraxr150xr350vxr550v Wed, 06 Jan 2010 21:17:00 -0500 21|19306168 <![CDATA[Ricoh GXR now official, generates sample images and early impressions]]> http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/10/ricoh-gxr-now-official-generates-sample-images-and-early-impres/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/10/ricoh-gxr-now-official-generates-sample-images-and-early-impres/ http://www.engadget.com/2009/11/10/ricoh-gxr-now-official-generates-sample-images-and-early-impres/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments That Ricoh GXR camera system we saw yesterday has today become official, and dpreview have gotten on the case to provide an early preview and a set of sample images taken with the shooter. The novelty to this new setup is in the so-called lens units, which contain both a lens and an appropriately matched sensor inside a sealed casing. This precludes dust from getting in where it doesn't belong and provides a tailored pairing of optics and electronics. The body, in spite of not doing much -- zoom motors plus aperture and shutter mechanisms are all handled within the lens unit -- is built out of a magnesium alloy, and its major attraction will be a good control scheme allied to excellent ergonomics, according to dpreview. What you're getting then, is a competitor to Micro Four Thirds that's smaller in size, but larger in price. Sounds about right.

Read - Press release
Read - dpreview preview
Read - Sample image galleries
Read - Comparison shots vs. the Panasonic GF1

Filed under:

Comments

]]> A12cameracamera systemCameraSystemcompactdigital cameraDigitalCameragxrGXR A12GXR S10GxrA12GxrS10interchangeableprosumerricohricoh gxrRicohGxrS10 Tue, 10 Nov 2009 08:21:00 -0500 21|19230253 <![CDATA[Olympus E-P2 tap keeps leaking, new viewfinder now on show]]> http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/30/olympus-e-p2-tap-keeps-leaking-new-viewfinder-now-on-show/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/30/olympus-e-p2-tap-keeps-leaking-new-viewfinder-now-on-show/ http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/30/olympus-e-p2-tap-keeps-leaking-new-viewfinder-now-on-show/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments Now this is how you build up anticipation for a new product. Start off with just the name accidentally popping up on one of your corporate websites in order to get our imaginations flowing, then leak a teeny tiny image of the optional viewfinder. There's actually a good bit of info here -- you can tell the new attachment (titled VF-2) seems to be vertically adjustable, something missing from the previous generation, but there's also the bogus news that it'll fit only the forthcoming E-P2. The silver lining to that knowledge, though, is that the body we can only partially see must be the as yet unannounced E-P1 successor, which means the new Micro Four Thirds shooter will at least have the option of a black body... which some people care about. Deeply.

Filed under:

Comments

]]> attachmentcameradigital cameraDigitalCamerae-p2electronic viewfinderElectronicViewfinderleakmicro four thirdsMicroFourThirdsolympusolympus e-p2olympus penolympus pen e-p2OlympusE-p2OlympusPenOlympusPenE-p2pen digitalPenDigitalprosumervf-2viewfinder Fri, 30 Oct 2009 10:11:00 -0400 21|19216366 <![CDATA[Panasonic's 1080p twin-lens P2 camcorder seen behind three-dee glass at CEATEC]]> http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/06/panasonics-1080p-twin-lens-p2-camcorder-seen-behind-three-dee-g/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/06/panasonics-1080p-twin-lens-p2-camcorder-seen-behind-three-dee-g/ http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/06/panasonics-1080p-twin-lens-p2-camcorder-seen-behind-three-dee-g/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments
We can't say for certain how good it feels to hoist this big-faced behemoth onto one's shoulder, but it's the first time we've seen Panasonic's 1080p twin-lens P2 3D camcorder out and about since its fabled introduction at NAB earlier this year. Strategically placed beside a 3D Avatar trailer demo, the camcorder looked exactly like the press shot we saw of the prototype before, though there's still no formal word on when it'll be used to film your friend's Bar Mitzvah (or anything else half as cool). A boy can dream, yeah?

Gallery: Panasonic's 1080p twin-lens P2 camcorder seen behind three-dee glass at CEATEC

Filed under: , , ,

Comments

]]> 1080p3d3d camcorder3d hd3dCamcorder3dHdavatarcamcorderceatecceatec 2009Ceatec2009conceptfeatureshands-onhdhd 3dhd camcorderHd3dHdCamcorderp2panasonicpicspicturesprosumerprototype Tue, 06 Oct 2009 23:29:00 -0400 21|19186945 <![CDATA[Panasonic's 1080p twin-lens P2 camcorder seen behind three-dee glass at CEATEC]]> http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/06/panasonics-1080p-twin-lens-p2-camcorder-seen-behind-three-dee-g/?utm_medium=feed&utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_campaign=Engadget http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/06/panasonics-1080p-twin-lens-p2-camcorder-seen-behind-three-dee-g/ http://www.engadget.com/2009/10/06/panasonics-1080p-twin-lens-p2-camcorder-seen-behind-three-dee-g/?utm_source=Feed_Classic&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Engadget#comments
We can't say for certain how good it feels to hoist this big-faced behemoth onto one's shoulder, but it's the first time we've seen Panasonic's 1080p twin-lens P2 3D camcorder out and about since its fabled introduction at NAB earlier this year. Strategically placed beside a 3D Avatar trailer demo, the camcorder looked exactly like the press shot we saw of the prototype before, though there's still no formal word on when it'll be used to film your friend's Bar Mitzvah (or anything else half as cool). A boy can dream, yeah?

Gallery: Panasonic's 1080p twin-lens P2 camcorder seen behind three-dee glass at CEATEC

Filed under:

Comments

]]> 1080p3d3d camcorder3d hd3dCamcorder3dHdavatarcamcorderceatecceatec 2009Ceatec2009conceptfeatureshands-onhd 3dhd camcorderHd3dHdCamcorderp2panasonicpicspicturesprosumerprototype Tue, 06 Oct 2009 23:29:00 -0400 21|19186736