Nikon L105 12.1 MP Digital Camera with 15x Optical Zoom

Camera Features: Optical Image Stabilization, D-Lighting, Face Detection Technology, Auto Focus, 720p HD Movie Recording, Auto Scene Selector Display Features: Anti-Glare Coating, Brightness Adjustment, Easy-to-Read Menu System, QVGA, Color TFT LCD Screen, Battery Level Indicator Lens Features: Auto Focus, Telephoto, Contrast-Detect AF, Glass Lens, Face Detection, Full-Time AF, Wide Angle Flash Features: Fill-In Flash, Pop-Up Flash, Slow-Sync Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Flash Cancel, Auto On/Off Image Editing Features: Monochrome Effects, Image Cropping, Black and White, Image Resizing, Cyanotype, Sepia, Image Rotation Built-In Memory Storage Capacity: 43MB Video Modes: HD-Quality Movie Recording File Formats Supported: H.264/AVC, EXIF, JPEG, MOV, WAV, DCF ISO Equivalent: Auto Photo Effects: Panorama, Color Still, Auto View Finder Type: LCD Only Output Type: A/V, NTSC/PAL, USB Operating System Compatibility: Mac, Windows Power Source: Battery-Powered Dimensions: 3.0 " H x 4.3 " W x 3.1 " T Weight: 14.4 Oz. Warranty Description: 1 Year Limited Manufacturer Warranty.


FEATURE :

• 12.1 MP.
• Optical zoom: 15 x.
• entry level slr.

SOME OF THE SAMPLE CUSTOMER REVIEW FROM AMAZON :

1) Great value for the money - I purchased this camera from Target during the black friday sale. I was quite impressed being that I was coming off a typical point and shoot camera from Nikon. Coming from where I stand Ineed a camera that takes better still photos. im tired of the blurry shots I was getting from my old camera. It is true if you are taking pictures of something moving it will come out blurry...but there is a sports mode that takes clear shots of moving objects. Most camera's need alittle play time to get used to and reading the directions is helpful but straight out of the box this thing is self explainatory. I will give it 4 stars for the price I paid 99.99 and the fact that its a step up from my old and the zoom is unbelievable. And less the 5th star because the blurry thing. I'll have to remember to put it in that mode if the person or thing im shooting is moving. I did not want to spend 200 or more on a camera to get good shots for the holidays.

By Renny on November 26, 2011

2) Hold on before you return it. . . . - I picked this up at Target on 12/24/11 ($99). I'm still shopping for a better (and more expensive) camera, but the 15X zoom on this caught my attention. I figured if the negative reviews were true I could still use it as a birding camera and just keep it in the car.

I took about 100 shots last night in and outdoors, and another 100 today (in and out, sunny). I'll admit I was ready to take it back after the first 50 because the auto settings produced too much blur. Then I read the ENTIRE manual and tried some settings other than the defaults. Based on my limited tests, here are some adjustments that will make you feel much better about the camera:

*ISO is manually adjustable all the way up to 6400. I'm getting decent low-light indoor shots at 800 without excessive noise.

*Use the "slow sync" flash mode. It illuminates with less glare in some situations but still provides enough light to freeze the action.

*There are TWO types of Vibration Reduction (VR). The normal mode works very well with the zoom at full extension and is the VR that's automatically set for most of the shooting modes. But there is a 'hybrid' VR setting that snaps the shutter twice (at ISOs of 200 and below) and compares the images. Processing time and saving is a bit longer but I was able to take indoor pictures (without flash) of my dogs moving around and get clear images.

*The "exposure compensation" control appears to adjust the shutter speed within a limited range depending on the initial shooting mode that's selected. If the flash is washing out your shots this control can damp that down some.

*Try to pre-focus on 'sports' shots by holding the shutter halfway down on the spot where you anticipate capturing the movement. Finish the shot when the subject is in the center of the frame. It's tricky but can yield some surprisingly good results.

Notes: The f/stop setting is controlled by the level of zoom magnification. (I haven't found a way to override that setting.) All of the settings are displayed on the LCD when you push the shutter button halfway down so it's pretty easy to keep track of what works best - I'm generally setting the ISO higher and exposure compensation lower than the defaults suggest. And, the performance of the zoom at full magnification with VR is really quite impressive.

Bottom line: This is a pretty decent camera and IMHO worth the price, if not more, for the Nikkor lens alone. You do need to spend a little time getting acquainted but the results are worth the effort.

By David K. Miller on December 25, 2011

Panasonic DMC-LX100

Panasonic LUMIX LX100 DMC-LX100S DMCLX100S 16.8 MP Point and Shoot Camera with Integrated Leica DC Lens (Silver).


FEATURE :

• 4/3-inch High-sensitivity MOS Sensor.
• F1.7-2.8 24-75mm LEICA DC VARIO-SUMMILUX Lens.
• 4K Video Recording Capability with 4K Photo Mode.

SOME OF THE SAMPLE CUSTOMER REVIEW FROM AMAZON :

1) GREAT, frustrating camera - This camera is EXCELLENT! The image quality, focusing speed, size, battery life, and nearly ever other aspect are the best I've used in over 20 years of shooting, including numerous d/SLRs.

BUT... the interface is a PITA. I loved the idea of the manual dials for shutter speed, aperture, and exposure compensation. But everything else is so frustrating. For instance, when I try to set the ISO, a button which shares its function with the directional keypad, it just changes the focus point location. As if that's even vaguely helpful. And the manual is the single worst user manual I have ever seen. There is no structure or logical order to the sections, everything is poorly worded, and incredibly brief.

Like I said, I know my way around cameras. I've owned at least 15 over the years, and I shoot professionally. This was purchased for my wife as she wanted something reasonably compact and high quality, with shallow depth-of-field. But both of us get frustrated when we try to use any controls beyond those basic dials, the zoom, the shutter, and the video mode. The controls are non-standard, which is absolutely fine in theory. I am a big fan of improvement and ignoring The Way It's Always Been Done when there's a reason (really any good reason) to do so. But this is non-intuitive and the accompanying explanation is useless.

That said, it works beautifully in auto and semi-auto modes, it is rare that I have any need to change something (such as limiting the range of the auto ISO, which would be great when shutter speed can be slowed so that noise can be minimized), and we absolutely love the camera. We just wish the rest of the modes were easier to use.

By J. Miller on April 21, 2016

2) good camera. buy it - good camera. 4k looks amazing. even low light is awesome.

By Rr94 on April 8, 2016

Leica D-LUX 4 Digital Camera Special Limited Edition

This the Leica D-Lux 4 in a beautiful Titanium housing with the Titanium gray case and strap. The camera comes with three year warranty and features as the regular Leica D-Lux4.


FEATURE :

• Beautiful, limited-edition titanium gray color.
• 10.1-megapixel resolution and 24-60 Summicron lens f2.0
• Small, compact design with 3.0-inch TFT LCD screen.
• Record HD-quality video; 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps).
• 50 MB built-in memory; capture images to SD memory card, SDHC memory card and MultiMedia cards (not included).

SOME OF THE SAMPLE CUSTOMER REVIEW FROM AMAZON :

1) If you have the money... - Sure you can weigh the pros and cons of buying this Leica D-Lux 4 Titanium or saving money and getting it's cheaper counterpart. If you have the money...just do it...splurge a little, you won't be disappointed. Filled out the warranty online, which gives me 3 years total. Updated to the newest firmware 1.20 which was very easy using my SDHC card. The average person doesn't know the beauty of this camera, but those who know will instantly praise this beauty. Beautiful pictures and surprisingly really good HD video in 16:9 aspect ratio. There are many settings that are easily accessible with the quick user interface. A large and bright LCD makes taking pictures very easy. Compared pictures with this and my fathers Olympus, this blows it away, the light that this lens brings in is truly amazing. With it's matching case this is CLASS all the way around, you will get compliments from those that know.

By Sean J. Gray on August 1, 2009

2) Perfect - Things you need to know:

1. This takes INCREDIBLE pictures. i can take professional quality pictures and have to lug around.... essentially nothing.
2. The learning curve was a little rough but once you get it, everything is perfection.
3. It is beautiful. stunning. it was worth the extra money when I bought this.

mine was stolen from my house during a home invasion. I got it back because in searching craigslist and ebay, etc., when the limited edition popped up on my end of the state, i gave the cops the serial number and had them pick it up. i had had tons of stuff stolen (laptops, jewelry and so on)and it was the one thing i actually had cried over. I was elated to have it be the one item that was ever recovered.

i loooove it.

By Erin K on June 22, 2011

Pentax K - 30 Weather Sealed 16MP CMOS Digital SLR Dual Lens Kit 18-55mm and 50-200mm

Encased in a compact fully weather sealed body, the Pentax K-30 digital SLR comes equipped with a host of advanced photographic tools for the easy creation of great pictures in any weather condition. This compact but solid Pentax K-30 digital SLR comes equipped with a host of advanced photographic tools for the easy creation of great pictures, while delivering high standards of image quality, data processing speed and operability. Developed using the highly acclaimed Pentax K-7 as its base, the K-5 inherits the exceptional reliability, user-friendly operation, array of advanced features and compact, lightweight body of its predecessor. However, it is more resourceful and flexible in photographic expression. Combining a new high-speed, low-noise CMOS image sensor it produces super-high-resolution, rich-gradation digital images with approximately 16.3 effective megapixels, even when shooting in the continuous shooting mode at a maximum speed of approximately 6 images per second. It also offers an extra-wide sensitivity range between ISO 100 and ISO 25600 (when expanded via a custom function) and full HD-proportion movie recording at 1920 x 1080p 30/25/24 fps with h.264 compression to expand the boundaries of high-quality visual presentation. In camera sensor shift image stabilization that allows usage with any K-mount lens. Adding other improvements and refinements--such as a faster auto focusing speed, an upgraded HDR (High Dynamic Range) function now usable in handheld shooting, and better operability through an overall review of the design and shape of all components the K-30 is designed to be more functional and maneuverable in every detail, and in its response to the demands of the photographer in any weather condition. Included 18-55 and 50-200 mm lenses.


FEATURE :

• 16 Megapixel APS-C CMOS image sensor.
• Fully weather sealed through out the entire camera, not just the port and battery doors, for a rugged cold proof/weather proof SLR.
• Full 1080p HD video 30/25/34 FPS, features h.264 compression, flexible exposure controls and HDR finishing options.
• ISO speeds to 25600 with minim noise.
• Low profile glass pent prism viewfinder achieves a 100% optical field of view.

SOME OF THE SAMPLE CUSTOMER REVIEW FROM AMAZON :

1) just love this camera - After using my Kodak camera since 2005 I felt it was time to upgrade. The one thing that drove me to purchase this camera is that is is weather sealed and has an internal mirror cleaner. Being hone in NJ or in the AZ desert so far I have not had any problems with weather, cold, desert dust. I am glad I purchased this camera would recommend it to anyone who wants to take really nice pictures and not have to worry about the weather.

By jrsygrl109 on January 9, 2014

2) weather sealed , hell of a camera - Because of the place i leave, i need a camera handy if i want to go outside (most of the days are rainy or snowy). i love outside shooting, birds and sports stuff. I also need camera sometimes outside because of my profession. I already got other dslrs t3i and d7100, with many objectives. This little fella is my LIFE SAVER. I will not say it gets better pictures than d7100; it is not - as expected. However i dont want my d7100 ruined ( although i use body sleeves for all - i lost one outside). Moreover, quick "paintshop" operations just make it very near to quality of d7100. I bought this set for one grand. It saved me more than a grand already. Whenever it is rainy, snowy or windy i took only this with me. It just deserve all the money i paid for it.

You cannot compare this with other water proof point and shoot ones. This one is way better, near to a performance of t3i, maybe better. It is not as good as my d7100 though, but comparing the quality of them is nonsense. This one is for a different purpose and it works very well for me. Buy it if you are gonna use the machine in heavy weather condition. Otherwise buy a basic entrance level dslr. Price entrance level dslrs are 2\3 of this. If you use mostly inside and you need a good one, buy medium to professional dslrs.

By the way, it might be helpful to remind you, don't change objectives under rain or snow or wind.

By TB on January 2, 2014

Ricoh Theta S Digital Camera

The Ricoh Theta S 360 Degree Spherical Panorama Digital Camera (Black) gives you even higher quality and performance. Since its launch last year as the worlds first image input device, the RICOH THETA has opened a new world of imaging possibilities. Users can shoot game changing new spherical images at any time, capturing more than they ever imagined. In response to popular demand, the new model enables Wi-Fi transfer that is almost twice as fast as the previous model as well as spherical video capture, all with the same small, lightweight and easy-to-carry design as before. Video image conversion processing can be performed on a computer after shooting, enabling users to enjoy up to 3 minutes*2 of spherical video footage that will make them feel like theyre right there. Users can also choose from four body colors, providing a more fun and attractive tool to carry around every day.

The RICOH THETA S also boasts a fully updated design and user interface. Usability has been improved with an elegant but practical sure-grip black rubber coating and handy face-mounted LED mode indicator. Internal memory has been increased to 8GB. Also, superior image processing technology and bulb mode for long exposures produce spherical still images with less visual static, even in low-light settings. The camera has a sleek and unique design to capture 360° stills and full HD movies with a single click and features updated imaging components and performance attributes for producing broad-field imagery in a variety of ways. It has dual 12MP 1/2.3" image sensors pair with bright f/2 twin lenses to capture high-resolution spherical images with sensitivity range from ISO 100-1600. The Theta S is also revamped with enhanced sharing capabilities to wirelessly share both movies and photos to a mobile device for posting online using built-in Wi-Fi. The images can up uploaded to the dedicated Theta 360 website for sharing with social media sites.Shop Amazon - Summer Event - Soak up Summer

FEATURE :

360 Degree Spherical Panorama images and Spherical Videos up to 25 minutes.

• Live view function on mobile device.
• Transfer videos directly to your mobile device without the need of a computer.
• Full HD Video at 30fps.
• 360 Degree Spherical Video Supported by YouTube.

SOME OF THE SAMPLE CUSTOMER REVIEW FROM AMAZON :

1) so far I really like it, I think the best automatic true 360 ... - Just got the cam this morning, so far I really like it , I think the best automatic true 360 degree cam on the market, I used a lot other cameras before so I can see the difference , it truly cover 360 degree up and down.

The still resolution is nice however I am getting some chromatic aborations on the white parts of the elements in photo , I tried also to make HDRI however got some app issue , it lose connection with the WiFi at distance of 15 feet , I tried to hide from the pic behind the car .
Also the objects in distance are not sharp and little fuzzy .
there are minor issue with the app on android, but the camera do the job as expected and I am going to keep it.
I was not much interested in 360 videos but will test it later as well.
I made some unwrapped images to see how it works with manual setting via the app on android phone .
The images looks better when viewed via the sphere plugin
also used mono-pod with

Edit : Just made tests outside it is 10:00 PM , fantastic photos , the noise reduction under cam setting is excellent improving the night shots so much. I am shooting all pictures with the noise reduction function it is like double quality, make sure you change the image resolution to high under settings.

By Kasia TOP 1000 REVIEWER on October 27, 2015

2) An evolutionary but not revolutionary step up from the Theta m15 - I borrowed the previous model (the m15) from a friend. My conclusion was that I really liked the form factor (no other 360 camera on the market or coming soon is anywhere close) but that the m15 photos just didn't hold up to viewing in current generation HMDs (like the GearVR). The resolution was too low, and the dynamic range was not on par with point and shoot digital cameras (or even my phone camera). When the Theta S was announced, I preordered it on the strength of the m15 hoping for improvements in resolution.

The S is a step up in resolution from the m15, and holds up much better to viewing in GearVR. Exposure and sharpness is good for nearby objects (e.g. the inevitable self portrait you get if you shoot with it in your hand). Beyond 20' or so things start to get pretty soft. It still has poor dynamic range, leading to blown out white skies when your subject (and the primary exposure) is in shade. Branches silhouetted against the sky lose definition as the light blooms around the branches. Overall, photos from the S are better than the m15, but you would have trouble telling which camera took a photo unless you were comparing two shots taken in the same spot.

The phone remote control requires a different app than the m15, but the functionality is basically identical. The S has live preview, but that seems to strain the weak WiFi in the camera, and remote shutter range is less than 10' (for reliable operation) when the live preview is on. With live preview off, remote control responsiveness and range is much better. With auto download on, we discovered that you could hugely influence download speed (and thus the ability to shoot another photo) by moving the Theta physically closer to the phone (from 5' to point blank).

The camera does store orientation information in each image, so you can hold the camera at any angle and still be able to view it upright on your phone or PC. Only the PC app can rotate the image and save it out again, and that process is slow and requires many mouse clicks. The GearVR app from Oculus (360photos) does not obey the rotation information, so if the camera was not upright it will display at a crazy angle until you postprocess on the PC.

The S comes with a neoprene sleeve (as opposed to the zipper bag of the m15) which is extremely snug (especially at first) and has a lot of friction with the rubberized shell of the S. It's open on the bottom, leaving the ports exposed while the camera is in the case.

The S controls feel very responsive (the m15 had a bit of a delay that you could get used to). The 360 stitching in the camera seems to be improved a bit over the m15. If you put the S on a skinny monopod-like stand, it will capture an almost uninterrupted full sphere. The only part of the stand I see is the bit of the round locking thumbwheel (part of the tripod) where it extends beyond the base of the camera.

If you want to take 360 snapshots, this camera does a great job of that in a very convenient form factor. If you want to take high quality 360 photospheres, you will need to do a lot of additional work (e.g. manually taking multiple exposures and combining them for HDR).

By Benedict J. Jackson on October 31, 2015