Olympus Stylus SH-1 a fantastic travel camera with Wi-Fi

If you look at the photo on this page, I hope you are not fooled by the form of "the past" in this camera. Underneath its retro-cool exterior, this camera is a beast. It's the world's first compact with 5-axis image stabilization for both video and stills. It's got a built-in Wi-Fi, advanced video capabilities, multiple control options, and numerous intelligent shooting modes. You will get a mix of analog era photography with advanced technology in the digital age. Olympus will spoil you with a high artistic value of history on a new digital camera, the Stylus SH-1.

The Olympus Stylus SH-1 will make you enjoy the sharpness of blur-free images whether you're using the 24x zoom to zero in on the wildlife or shooting movies or video clips. With the SH-1, you'll no longer need to carry around a camcorder, because you can also shoot 1080p (1,920 x 1,080 pixels; Full HD) movies at up to 60 frames per second. As well as standard movies, the SH-1 also supports high-speed and time-lapse movies.

Olympus Sylus SH-1. Image: techradar.com

For the photography enthusiast, then the SH-1 will make you satisfied with the results of the images from this camera. Olympus has given the next-generation TruePic image processor VII on the Olympus SH-1. 

Combining a high-speed 16-megapixel BSI CMOS sensor and high-performance image-processing engine TruePic, IHS technology lets you perfectly capture exactly the scenes you want, beautiful and sharp. If you want to make creative photographs, you can maximize the creative features. You can choose from any of the 7 Art Filters to add a personal, creative touch to all of your photos such as Pop Art, Soft Focus, Grainy Film, Pin Hole Soft Focus, Pale & Light Color, Diorama, Dramatic Tone, Fish Eye, Sparkle, Reflection, and Fragmented. 

The SH-1 has a 16MP BSI CMOS sensor is a camera which is apt to be a new companion for your holiday around the world, because the Olympus SH-1 has been equipped with a powerful 24x optical zoom lens with-similar specifications to that in last year's Olympus SH 50. It provides 35mm-equivalent focal lengths ranging from 25 to 600mm, and has a maximum aperture that starts at from f / 3.0 at wide-angle.

 

Olympus SH-1 with Wi-Fi. Image: amazon.co.uk

The camera is also certainly right for a family gathering or social activities, and it would have so much fun you, as you will soon be able to share it to various social media networks very easily and quickly. The SH-1 has a built-in Wi-Fi radio, allowing for quick and simple sharing with your Android or iOS smartphones or tablets. 

Once established, the Wi-Fi connection allows both remote live view, and a remote shutter/zoom control. You can also adjust the white balance; ISO sensitivity, shutter speed, and aperture remotely, select the autofocus area, shooting and drive modes, and enable the self-timer. It looks like Olympus is ready to please the users of new technologies.

The Olympus SH-1 is a compact camera in retro style and is part of the famous family of PEN has received a rival of the Canon PowerShot SX700 HS and the Nikon Coolpix S9700. If you are curious about the capabilities and features of all the cameras, then you need to visit a camera store nearby, so you can compare them physically and try it in person.

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DSLR camera versus DSLM camera

DLSM camera versus  DSLR Camera. 

Which one would be your choice?

Is it time we switched from a DSLR camera to DSLM? Some say it depends on what you want and what's right for you. Okay, sure a lot of people get confused when faced with the choice to choose one type of the camera, especially for novice photographers who would buy a camera for the first time. As you know DSLR cameras, which do use a mirror, stands for Digital Single Lens Reflex. Meanwhile, DSLM stands for Digital Single Lens Mirrorless, and eventually, also known as mirrorless camera.

On this occasion, need to be explained once again that there is a difference between a DSLR camera with DSLM camera, not just because of the weight, size and price. The type of DSLM camera is a Micro Four Thirds camera or mirrorless cameras. The Micro Four Thirds system (MFT) was created by Olympus and Panasonic in 2008. Both companies this was the pioneer type of camera DSLM, followed by other well-known brands such as Nikon, Pentax, Samsung, Sony, and Canon later also launched a MFT camera.

The difference between such a mirrorless system camera and a digital SLR camera is, as the name implies, that the mirrorless camera system, works without a mirror. In addition, this technique provides the same or similar features and capabilities, as do other digital camera systems also. 

DSLR camera vs DSLM camera. Image: cameradebate.com

Both camera system has the same advantage over the compact camera models, as well as DSLR cameras, the mirrorless cameras that have interchangeable lenses, the which offer photographers the opportunity to the camera to its current design, the current environment or special photography techniques, such as the Time lapse Photography adapt.

 

The difference between DSLR cameras with mirrorless camera. Image: camerahoarders.com

The most significant advantage of mirrorless cameras over digital SLR cameras is the weight, that DSLR cameras are heavier and larger than DSLM as a system camera to dispense with the mirror inside, it is also much easier. In addition, of course, the time-consuming purification system for the mirror also falls away. The image sensors used in Micro Four Thirds and APS-C, are identical to those of SLR. By the same sensors, the image quality of the mirrorless cameras even at high ISO speeds also very good, even when using Auto ISO.

The reference in the field of speed comes from the single-lens reflex. Related to this: the autofocus: The DSLR cameras use a phase auto focus, which works faster than the contrast AF system in the camera. This makes fast image series for sports photography with the DSLR really lucrative. There is also the SLR currently even more accessories and a wider choice of different lenses, from wide angle to super zoom or even macro lens.

Some examples of mirrorless cameras.Image: gizmag.com

 When a photographer looks into the viewfinder on a DSLR camera, they can say exactly what is going to be captured. Speed ​​is also a huge advantage of digital SLR cameras. They quickly intervening focus, even in low lighting, making it easy to capture fast moving subjects. They also allow for fast zooming. The most obvious advantage of mirrorless cameras is their small size. If you are trying to capture candid shots, carrying a small MILC is much easier than wielding a DSLR with a huge lens.

The primary disadvantage of DSLR cameras is their size, but Canon has launched the Canon EOS 100D (This camera is great for the novice photographer), which is claimed to be the smallest DSLR camera, where the camera can also make movies with Full HD quality, even with a touch screen. It must be recognized that DSLRs can also be a bit complicated to learn Because of all of their different buttons and features, and of course the DSLR cameras usually large, and heavier, so it is rather inconvenient when used during long holidays, not to mention that you bring a lot of lenses.

With all the complexity that exists when will choose between DSLM or DSLR, then you try to reflect for a moment, what is the purpose you buy a camera? Each model certainly has its advantages and disadvantages. There are some personal opinions and reviews of professional photography in magazines or on the Internet who say that when it comes to image quality there is no doubt that there are many things that a DSLR does better than a MILC (mirrorless), for example, speed and accuracy. Although DSLR cameras quickly lose market share in favor of more compact and high performing ILC cameras, still, DSLR cameras are still a better tool for many photographers who choose a DSLR for professional work. Do you agree with this opinion?

 

Some famous DSLR camera.Image: stepbystep.com

In the opinion of some aspects of it may be true, but with the technological developments in the last two years, mirrorless cameras have begun to approach even superior in some ways as well. There is also the opinion that professional photographers have made mirrorless camera as a second camera, mainly used to perform the test photos when shooting a photo model, or when photographing a product for advertising needs. Say if you are on holiday in Bali or when you are in a family event such as a birthday party, then the mirrorless camera is definitely more convenient for you to carry, and can go in your pockets or purse.

Whatever decisions you will take, then you needs to understand your own preferences and your own needs in order to make a choice. You do not need to be affected by the charm of the ads that you find in magazines, newspapers or camera promotion on the Internet, you are the king, and then you are the person in charge at your own decision.

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Kodak S1 launch the first MFT with APP and Full HD video

Kodak had quite the surprise for the camera world today: the company announced that it will be soon joining the Micro Four Thirds standard with a new mirrorless camera called the S1. This is a great news, Kodak finally made ​​the first MFT camera, having previously manufactured by Panasonic with Olympus followed by other brands such as Sony, Nikon, Pentax and Canon.

The camera will reportedly contain a backside-illuminated CMOS sensor manufactured by Sony, which means the camera should have pretty serious imaging capabilities. Kodak S1 is equipped with a tilt LCD screen, hot shoe adapter, a dedicated video recording button, customizable function buttons, and a built-in Wi-Fi and APP system that will allow control of your camera via your mobile devices.

S1 the first MFT camera from Kodak. Image: 5a.biglobe.ne.jp

The Kodak S1 is the first camera in a cooperative venture between Kodak and JK Imaging.   Because the S1 is a micro 4/3 camera, users will have an arsenal of lenses from which to choose. 

Kodak and JK Imaging are planning on releasing their own lenses as well – starting with 2 micro 4/3 zoom lenses. The double lens kit that will probably include the two smaller zoom lenses will be available at a price of $599.

Kodak S-1 comes equipped with a 16 Megapixel BSI CMOS 4/3'' sensor as well as a 3-inch 920k-dot articulated LCD monitor that allows you to capture the desired images from any angle you want. 

The new Kodak S-1 is capable of capturing 1080p H.264 Full HD video footage at 30 frames per second. The S-1 is priced competitively at $499 MSRP for the entry-level single lens kit and $599 MSRP for a double lens kit and is perfect for the avid photographer looking for a high performance model in a slim and compact design.

Although Kodak has only recently made ​​a MFT camera, but with a variety of features and technologies offered on the Kodak S1, then you will get a camera with a unique capability in the mirrorless camera catagory. Cooperation between Kodak with JK Imaging is expected to create evolving in a new direction, so the photography enthusiasts have a choice of a smart camera with a more affordable price.

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Recognize the uniqueness and the properties of a digital camera

If you're hunting a new camera, especially if you are a beginner, or if you want to switch from a compact system camera user, then you need to know some uniqueness and properties (characteristics) of various brands of cameras that have graced the world.

By knowing the characteristics of different cameras, then you will have an overview of the use of the camera for your needs can be adjusted to the nature and focus you as a photographer. Do you have plans to buy a camera? In 2013 is a good time to buy a new digital camera, both a new type of digital camera and the previous season. 

 

                     DSLR camera collection. Image: cycyr.com

 Some of the characteristics and uniqueness of digital cameras that you can make reference are as mentioned below:

1.    Leica - It is a very conservative brand of the design of the camera, lens and philosophy. Many Leica products are still made by hand in Germany. Due to the quality of materials and work by hand by experts, the price is also much higher than DSLR cameras. Leica as traditional rich people, who love driving luxury cars for example vintage Rolls Royce and fashion from Prada or Hermes. 

Photographer in action. Image: sephi.com

2.    Canon - Canon brand which emphasizes on ease of use. Design of the Canon menu interface is simpler than the others. Canon is also concerned with the design of the camera and lens. Camera and lens design many color and shape options. With designs and colors that stand out, it felt cool and professional. Canon if people like the slang.

3.    Nikon - the camera is a brand that has long fluttering. Nikon F mounts system of its history from 1935. Nikon is quite conservative in design DSLR camera. From model to model, shape, location of buttons and menus are something like. Lenses made decades ago can still be used in modern DSLR cameras (of course there are drawbacks, such as cannot auto focus / metering). Menu Nikon camera models even though a lot of beginners. People usually like Nikon technique. Nikon like the geek (the people who have in-depth knowledge about a thing and usually so deep to the point where normal people do not care.)

4.    Fujifilm - Fuji is one brand that has long flown from the film to the digital era. In the digital era, Fuji somewhat is behind than other brand. But in recent years, Fuji began to introduce camera that looks like a film camera but in earlier times the content with digital technology. Fujifilm is the old but the young spirit. 

Mirrorless cameras. Image: gizmag.com

5.    Panasonic - Panasonic camera design concerned with the efficiency, speed and practical than it looks cool / pretty. The design is minimalist and somewhat rigid form. Panasonic's like a manager who is busy but can get the job done efficiently.

6.    Pentax - Pentax is essentially conservative and focused brand DSLR camera design that has a durable casing and bad weather. Many Pentax lenses are unique like pancake lens. It is so called because it is made of metal and very thin. Pentax was no death adventurer like Indiana Jones.

7.    Sony - As a manufacturer of cameras and lenses, Sony is relatively new (history began when it acquired Konica-Minolta), Sony is an innovative company and continues to design and shape features of the new camera in a short amount of time. Sony DSLR design leave it deems outdated and develop SLT and Sony NEX system. Sony is like a young kid who is always up to date on the technology (not clueless).

8.    Olympus - Olympus (Olympus PEN specifically) have a rather traditional design (such as a film camera) but it (the technology) is modern and up-to-date. Relatively light weight and small size compared to regular DSLR camera. Olympus is like an artist who likes to be different.

Do you have found your own uniqueness and character? Each photographer also has the character and uniqueness of each in use and focuses them in selecting the objects to be retrieved. You can only have two brands of cameras at once that you can use to suit the particular needs of activities you will do.

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Differences and comparisons Nikon D5200 VS Canon 650D

Do you have plan to buy a new Digital SLR camera? 

It is common knowledge that people will buy a Digital SLR camera will usually remember the name of the Nikon or Canon. Both of these brands have long competed in the world of photography. Canon and Nikon, the two brands always make prospective buyers confused before they decide to buy a new Digital SLR camera. Are you also confused to choose Digital SLR camera?

Why do not you try the Sony Alpha series cameras, Pentax K series, Olympus, Sigma or Panasonic GH-3? Well, let's look at the comparison between the Canon 650D and the Nikon D5200. Both cameras are inherited from previous generations of technological sophistication, even in the two cameras have been equipped with the features of a full frame camera.

 

Nikon D5200 VS Canon 650D. Image: cheapnikond5200.com

LCD screen

Canon EOS 650D using the touch screen. This kind of screen is familiar to users or compact mirrorless camera, but it is the first in the types of DSLR cameras. With a touch screen, we can change the setting to more quickly and easily, but it can be used to review the photo with the iPhone camera like rubbing the screen to the right or to the left. The screen size is also slightly larger than the Nikon D3200 camera screen (3.2 inches vs. 3 inches).

Interface design and menu has been updated and the Nikon D5200 better than the previous series, but tough against the UI and completeness of the buttons on the camera beginner Canon, especially Canon 650D which has been equipped with a touch screen. Of course you have other considerations.

Autofocus capabilities

Nikon D3200 autofocus rely on the same autofocus module with Nikon D7000 camera with 39 points, including 9 cross-type sensitive types. This module is slightly better than the Canon 650D which has only 9 points, all cross-type manifolds. To photograph moving subjects, the Nikon D5200 will be more reliable because the focal point is more and there is also 3D tracking legendary Nikon's proven reliability.

When using the LCD screen to compose images (live view), Canon 650D camera users can touch the screen to use autofocus feature and take photos. In practice, the speed is a little slow, but speed is better than the Nikon D3200.

Canon 650D touch screen. Image: nextwavedv.com

Lens options

As with other Nikon beginner camera, D5200 does not have a focus motor in the camera body. Therefore lens Nikon AF-D type can be installed but cannot autofocus. D5200 users must use AF-S lenses for autofocus can. AF-S lens is already quite a lot these days, but the average price is more expensive than the AF-D lenses. While the Canon 650D can use all Canon EOS lenses and everything can autofocus. So this is another plus for the Canon 650D. You can still choose third party lens that produced by Sigma, Tamron, Tokinon or Samyang from Korea.

Feature Video

Almost all Digital SLR cameras have a video feature though rarely used, but it would have been nice if your camera has the ability to record video, so you can make a short film or video clip. For video recording, the Nikon D5200 has the ability to record Full HD-quality video with 60 frames per second. This exceeds that only Canon can achieve 30 frames per second. As a result, the video recordings of the Nikon D5200 will look smoother. But in its operation, especially autofocus while video, the Canon 650D is faster and smoother if the STM lenses (18-135mm 40mm STM or STM).

Image quality

 

Canon 650 D. Image: hardwarezone.com.my

Side of the picture quality, both cameras are probably almost no difference because they can produce very good photos, they both can run at ISO 100 to 800, the remainder of the ISO will arise the rather disturbing noise. About the resolution, Canon 18 using a MP CMOS sensor while Nikon uses 24 MP CMOS sensor. Although the resulting image Canon EOS 650D and Nikon D5200 is as good, for maximum results, requires you to use a lens with optical quality, of course the price is high, but you do not need to worry because you can buy lenses made by third parties like Sigma, Tamron, Samyang, Rokinon Tokinon or.

Canon 650D has 18 MP CMOS sensor, the same as the Canon 550D to Canon EOS 7D. This sensor is already in circulation long enough (3 years). Fairly smooth picture quality up to ISO 800. At ISO 1600, image quality begins to decrease due to the onset of noise. But if you use the print size to small / standard 4R-5R is still smooth.

Nikon D5200 get the new sensor is 24 MP CMOS sensor. Reportedly this sensor is not the same as the Nikon D3200 though possessed the same pixel size. Judging from the photos on the official Nikon website, I get the impression that the new sharp image results would be obtained with a higher quality lens than the 18-55mm lens bundled.

Conclusion

Indeed, the comparison between the Canon EOS 650D with the Nikon D5200 just a little and it has added value in each of the camera. Where Canon is superior to Nikon because Nikon is equipped with a touch screen, faster autofocus when using STM lens, navigation buttons fuller, more lens options also. But, do not be discouraged, because the Nikon was superior to, the 24-MP CMOS sensor, the focal point focal point 39 more, record more Full HD videos smoothly. In choosing your emotion was wise to the features offered, so you do not regret it later. Although there is a touch screen on the Canon 650D, but you will also be satisfied with the performance of the Nikon D5200.

 

Nikon D520 in colors. Image: 3Dnews.ru

Both are reliable for the camera for the beginner category. 650D and D5200 arguably is the border between segments beginner and intermediate DSLR cameras. Each has a plus minus. Advantage lies in the Nikon D5200 24 MP sensor, video and Autofocus. Canon 650D advantage lies in the interface, touch screen and lens compatibility.

Canon 650D has more lens options, in addition, the Canon 650D is also a great choice if you want the ease of use offered LCD touch screen and a smooth autofocus while video recording and live view (only with lens STM). You can buy third party lens made by Tamron, Sigma or other brand such as Tokinon or Samyang.

I suggest you to compare well with alternative camera from Olympus, Pentax, Sony or Panasonic as I have mentioned above. The technology used in the camera is also high quality alternative, even Panasonic Lumix GH-3 is very great in high-definition video technology so you can use it to create video clips or movies. Once again, whatever camera you choose should be based on your needs and your budget.

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Nikon 1 V2 suited as a companion to Digital SLR cameras

If you are looking for a companion camera Digital SLR camera, then you need to consider seeing Nikon 1 V2, the next generation of Nikon V1, a mirrorless camera that was present at the competition similar cameras like Panasonic, Olympus, Sony, which also produce even a mirrorless camera.

If you look at the new camera, the Nikon proved not want to stare at the usual design for Nikon's new V series 1. You can see the Nikon V series 2 has just been released following has a different body, similar to Digital SLR cameras, but smaller and lighter, certainly very comfortable to accompany you on holiday to Bali. Nikon have made some big changes to the original V1 to make this new model more attractive to keen enthusiasts, and in most regards they've succeed in making the new V2 a much more serious proposition.

Beautiful model with Nikon N1 V. Image: hardwarezone.com.my

The presence of curved grip and a built-in flash at the top of the body play a role in the first series of design changes which brought this lens interchangeable system. As a result, it looks more impressed 'serious' along with improved specifications here and there.

Geared for consumers who already have a DSLR and want a more portable devices, V2 3A equipped with EXPEED processor and sensor that has been upgraded to a resolution of 14.2 MP. This sensor can capture up to 15 fps with continuous autofocus. The EVF of this camera has 1.4 million points with 100% coverage. The images can then be targeted preview in 3 inch LCD with 921,000 dots of high resolution.

Although the spec was good, but there is a downside here, namely in the size of the sensor. CX format sensor size 13.2 x 8.8mm obviously smaller than the APS-C that can be found in competitor products such as the Canon at almost the same price.

Nikon 1 V2 comes with a body made of solid magnesium alloy and has a large handgrip. It's Similar to a DSLR but in a smaller size. Nikon also complete with built-in flash to help you capture less light and be conditioned stereo microphone to produce a video with better sound quality.

Image: bhphotovideo.com

Nikon 1 V2 still inherits some of the features of the Nikon 1 V1. Such as shooting mode 1200fps slo-mo (slow motion), 3-inch LCD screen, high-resolution electronic peephole and video recording feature on the format full HD 1080/30p and 1080/60i.

The difference between the two new looks at the sensor. Nikon 1 V2 comes with a 14.2 megapixel CMOS sensor CX-format that offers a level of ISO sensitivity from ISO 160 to ISO 6400. The processor used is also newer. V2 complete with Nikon EXPEED processor 3A in collaboration with the technology Hybrid Advance auto focus Nikon AF. Nikon's hybrid AF system promises faster focus-shoot in burst mode. As a result, the camera is capable of producing images at speeds up to 15fps at Tracking AF mode.


Nikon 1 V2 specifications:

• New 14.25-megapixel CMOS sensor ( CX-format, 1-inch)
• Improved Expeed 3A image processor
• 3-inch, 920k-dot display
• ISO 160 to 6,400
• Hybrid AF: 73 phase-detection AF points, 135 contrast-detection AF points
• 1080p full-HD video recording
• 1,440k-dot electronic viewfinder
• 1/4000 to 30 seconds shutter speeds, 1/250 flash sync speed
• 337g (body only, with battery and memory card)

You can buy a new Nikon  V2  with a price of $ 799.96 (body only). It is compatible with Nikkor lens belongs Nikon DSLR lineup through the aid of adapters. Nikon also provides a 10-30mm kit lens. For packaged is priced at USD 899.95. At the launch of V2 Nikon also launched the new Speedlite join released and new lens 70-200mm f / 4 for Digital SLR cameras are sold at a price of about U.S. $ 1,399.95.

If you use this camera for everyday activities, holiday or for a business trip, then Nikon 2 V2 is the right choice, so you are more comfortable all the time. The camera feature is also very attractive, so that you can be creative with your camera.

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