Olympus Evolt E-3 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera with Mechanical Image Stabilization with Lens and FL-50R Flash
Technical Details
- Experience the World’s Fastest Auto Focus* with the Olympus exclusive 11-point biaxial auto focus system coupled with the new (SWD) Supersonic Wave Drive lenses. It provides exacting auto focus precision at exceptional speeds. Read more
Sony alpha DSLR-A350 14 Megapixel SLR Digital Camera Body
Technical Details
- 14.2 Megapixel with high sensitivity setting up to ISO 3200
- Tiltable 2.7 LCD
- Super SteadyShot(R) In-Camera Image Stabilization reduces blur from normal hand movements
- 1200-zone Evaluative Metering
- Sony Bionz processor Read more
Sony Alpha A100 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera (Body Only)
Why Sony? Because people want to take better pictures–and the all-new Sony a DSLR-A100 camera makes it easier to explore all the creative possibilities of digital photography. Sony electronic innovations for higher sensitivity, smoother image stabilization, and superior picture quality give the a system spectacular DSLR performance with amazing simplicity. Along with superb Sony and Carl Zeiss lenses and a full range of professional accessories, the Sony a DSLR-A100 camera also builds on 20 years of Minolta camera optics to provide instant compatibility with over 16 million A-mount lenses sold worldwide. Read more
Sony Alpha A100K 10MP Digital SLR Camera- DSLRA100K
Product Description
The Sony ? (alpha) DSLR-A100 camera is an instant classic: the top-quality 10 MP DSLR system camera that builds on a two-decade legacy of Minolta photographic leadership, accepts 20 years of A-mount lenses sold worldwide - and introduces Sony imaging innovations like high-sensitivity shooting with Super SteadyShot in-camera image stabilization, Dynamic Range Optimizer to automatically increase detail in bright and dark picture areas, new Anti-Dust technology to keep the CCD imager clean for better pictures, and Eye-Start Autofocus system for faster camera response. Read more
Sony Alpha A200K 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera Kit with Super SteadyShot Image Stabilization
Powerful, versatile and simple to use, the Sony Alpha DSLR-A200 takes photography to the next level for customers stepping up from point-and-shoot cameras. The Alpha DSLR-A200 expands creative horizons with 10.2-megapixel imaging, high-speed processing, high sensitivity, advanced noise reduction and special features like D-Range Optimizer and Creative Style settings. Super SteadyShot in-camera image stabilization works with every lens in a superb optical system — including new Sony DT zoom lenses, advanced Sony G-Series lenses, Carl Zeiss lens designs and a two-decade legacy of Minolta Maxxum a-mount lenses. Read more
Panasonic DMC-L1 7.5MP Digital SLR Camera
In developing the DMC-L1, Panasonic’s aim was to create a digital SLR camera that delivers superb photographic rendering capabilities and is a pleasure to use. The DMC-L1 comes equipped with a Leica D Vario-Elmarit lens that features the industry’s first optical image stabilization system–MEGA O.I.S–designed specifically for the digital camera. Read more
Full Frame vs. Crop DSLRs: What You Need to Know
The topic of sensor size always comes up when shopping for a digital SLR. As you probably know, the sensor in a digital camera is responsible for capturing the image. Digital SLRs are able to get much better picture quality than point and shoots due to their much higher quality image sensors. In general, the bigger the sensor, the better the image quality.
However, a larger image sensor also means higher cost, so SLR manufacturers had to compromise. Ideally, a digital SLR sensor would be exactly the same size as a frame of 35mm film. However, the cost of producing a sensor like this is so high that most manufacturers decided to create a smaller sized sensor, one that is a fair amount smaller than a full sized sensor. This creates the so called “crop factor”
This crop factor is usually a number around 1.5. Basically, this means that if you were to look at a full 35mm frame, the crop sensor would only capture a 1.5x crop of the frame. In essence, you get an closer view with an equivalent focal length. This means that your wide angle lenses will be less wide, and that your telephoto lenses will have more reach. Also, be sure to note that depth of field for a given focal length will remain the same.
For many photographers, these crop sensors work great. If you’re into sports, wildlife, or any telephoto heavy photography discipline, the extra “reach” you get from the crop sensor really comes in handy at times. You can also get extremely affordable crop frame bodies, such as Nikon’s D40. These cameras are a real boon to amateur photographers.
However, full frame sensors still hold a serious advantage in many real world situations. As I said before, bigger equals better when it comes to image quality. Full frame sensors can deliver a much sharper, smooth image at higher ISOs than a cropped sensor can. This is great for those working in low light conditions. Full frame bodies offer the broadest range of wide angle lens options for those photographers who utilize them often. New cameras such as the Canon 5D Mark II make it easier to afford these cameras, as well.
Overall, choosing your sensor format shouldn’t be the only factor that you take into account when choosing a new camera, but it should be a major one. If you can swing the price, the amazing image quality and low light performance of a full frame sensor will astound you. Otherwise, you might be better off saving your money and getting a cropped sensor camera. Either way, you can still take great pictures.
Samsung GX-1S 6.3MP Digital SLR Camera
The Samsung GX-1S is a 6.3-megapixel digital SLR featuring world renowned Schneider optics and a high-resolution 2.5-inch LCD. The interchangeable-lens DSLR was developed jointly with partner Pentax Corporation. Read more
Finding A Digital Camera: Tricks of the Trade
HOW TO FIND THE BEST DIGITAL CAMERA
It seems that every month, if not every week, different manufacturers are coming up with the latest digital cameras to entice potential clients. And it’s just not working for us!
After spending sizeable amount of time at the mall figuring out which is the best digital camera for us, we finally have enough money to buy for that eye-popping, 7 mega pixel, 10x digital zoom, potable, candy colored, up to 512MB expandable memory of super hi-speed SD memory card and not to mention very portable, (that will be the envy of almost everyone we know). We march to the mall armed with our life savings and lotsa pride in ourselves, when we pass by a new display - an eight mega pixel, up to 1G expandable memory, with built it mic and stereo surround, video playback capable, with 22 scenic modes kind-of-camera. And we sigh because the producer of this amazing gadget claims that this is the best digital camera yet out in the market. Since we’d like to get the best, we attempt to buy such a camera.” But then again, that doesn’t last too long, after two months or so, there’s another “best digital camera.”
And so it confuses us. What makes a digital camera, the best digital camera?
When looking for the best digital camera, there are certain features we can choose from to help us make a good choice
MEGAPIXELS. One of the most important features of digital camera to make it into the best digital camera category is its mega pixel property. The higher the mega pixels the better the actual photograph will come out. A mega pixel is equivalent to one million pixels. The resolution of your image is based upon the mega pixel property of your camera. This means that as you enlarge the picture, you would get more detail and less blurry colors.
LCD SIZE. The best digital camera will always have a large LCD to help you frame your subject without having to squint to the viewfinder. Some cameras have touch up and image editing features accessible from the LCD. A 1.5-inch display is average, a 2-inch LCD display is good, but the best LCD size would be 2.5 inches or higher.
ZOOM. Most digital cameras have both digital and optical zoom. A higher optical zoom is always better than a higher digital zoom. Digital cameras are usually furnished with optical of between 3x to 10x. The better the optical zoom, the higher it climbs up to the best digital camera category.
MEMORY CARD. Be sure that you get the right type of memory card for your camera. There are different types of memory card like the xD, SD, Flash card and the likes. Each digital camera has its own type of memory card. of course memory storage is also up there in choosing the best digital cameras. Choose the size of memory that you need, if you’re a photo junkie, you might need more than 32MB. Memory cards come in a wide variety of sizes.
The key point to find the best digital camera is to find one that will best fit you and your lifestyle. Don’t just buy the latest or the one that claims they are the best digital cameras out in the market. You wouldn’t want to buy a cheap digital SLR and use it with your home activities or family outing and have to lug it around?! Or you don’t want to buy the latest point and shoot camera when you’re serious about being a professional photographer. (note that if you’re no longer a novice, you won’t want this sort of camera.)
Any camera that you actually use is the best one. Not the type that you’ll just leave rotting in its box or after a few weeks of usage or so, up there in the attic.
Sony SAL-16F28 16mm f/2.8 Fisheye Lens for Sony Alpha Digital SLR Camera
A superb fisheye lens with a look all its own–a fascinating perspective on landscapes, cities, crowds, and special events. With a 180-degree angle of view and extraordinary corner-to-corner sharpness, this lens achieves crisp, clear detail from about 8 inches to infinity. Mounted on the Sony a (Alpha) DSLR-A100 camera, it provides a 110-degree angle of view with 24mm focal length (35mm equivalent).
Technical Details
- 16mm (35mm equivalent) f2.8 fisheye lens provides unique photographic perspective
- Corner-to-corner sharpness
- Crisp focus from about 8 inches to infinity
- 4 built-in filters: Normal, 056, B12, A12
- Quick filter selection with a simple rotating dial
Features:
A Unique View of the World: With exaggerated perspective and intriguing visual distortion, this fisheye lens brings images closer to the focal plane for a view beyond the ability of human eye.
4 Rotating Filters: Built-in filters can be selected by simply rotating a dial on the lens–including Normal, 056 for accented Contrast in black-and-white photos, B12 to correct color by eliminating red tones, A12 to correct color by eliminating blue tones.
What’s in the box:
Lens, front and rear lens cap
Product Description
A superb fisheye lens with a look all its own a fascinating perspective on landscapes, cities, crowds, and special events. With a 180 degree angle of view and extraordinary corner-to-corner sharpness, this lens achieves crisp, clear detail from about 8 inches to infinity. Mounted on the Sony DSLR-A100 camera, it provides a 110 degree angle of view with 24mm focal length (35mm equivalent). Crisp focus from about 8 inches to infinity Quick filter selection with a simple rotating dial Focal length - 35mm equivalent, 16mm Minimum focus distance - 8.4 inches (20 centimeters) Maximum aperture - f2.8 Minimum aperture - f22 Maximum magnification - 0.15x Lens groups/elements - 11 elements (no aspheric) in 8 groups with 7 aperture blades Intergrated Filter diameter Distance scale Depth of field Dimensions - Approximately 2 15/16 x 2 5/8 inches (75 x 66.5 millimeters) Weight - 14.1 ounces (400 grams) Color - Black
