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If you're a rugged point and shoot fan looking for a new digicam, you may be wondering which camera would win in a Panasonic DMC-TS3 vs Sony TX10 competition. Both of these rugged cameras are wildly popular among outdoor enthusiasts and those prone to accidentally dropping their cameras in cups of coffee. Additionally, each of these cameras brings a lot to the table in terms of specs. If you're having a difficult time...
In the realm of affordable point and shoot cameras, the Canon 100 HS is most definitely one of the top dogs. It has all the features you'd expect from a $300 digicam with a $120 price tag. There's a lot to talk about in terms of this camera's specs as they relate to the camera's overall strengths and weaknesses. Here are some of the key facts you should know: Canon 100 HS Strengths This camera has a barely noticeable...
If you've been researching affordable point and shoot digital cameras, you've probably come across the Canon A3300. This popular digicam from Canon is easy-to-use, attractive, and takes pretty good pictures and videos. There are a few things that make the A3300 stand out in comparison to other popular cameras in its price range, and there are a few ways in which this camera misses the mark in comparison to other cameras. Check out our Canon A3300...
The Sony TX10 is a point and shoot camera that doesn't sacrifice design in order to be rugged. This Sony Cybershot camera is sleek, attractive, and built to be taken with you wherever you go. It's waterproof, shock-proof, dust-proof, and freeze-proof. Plus, it can take pretty good pictures and record amazing HD videos. The TX10 is one of the most popular rugged cameras right now, and there are quite a few good things to say about this...
If you want a rugged point and shoot camera you can take with you everywhere, you're probably considering the Panasonic DMC-TS3. This waterproof, shock-proof, freeze-proof camera has been one of the most popular rugged digital cameras on the market since its release around a year ago. If you're a hiker, swimmer, or other sort of outdoor enthusiast, and you like to take pictures, the Panasonic DMC-TS3 could be a good match for you. It's built to withstand...
The Canon 5D Mark III vs Nikon D800 competition has officially commenced, now that both cameras have hit store shelves. Nikon and Canon recently released these new professional DLSRs, and each of these new cameras is making waves in the world of photography. The Canon 5D Mark III, for instance, gives photographers the opportunity to shoot at unbelievably high ISO speeds. On the other side of the fence, the Nikon D800...
A little under a week ago, the highly anticipated Nikon D800 started shipping to photographers who pre-ordered the camera. Now that people have finally gotten their hands on this innovative DLSR, reviews are starting to pop up everywhere, and most reviewers only have good things to stay about the camera. The D800 is Nikon's latest professional DLSR, and it's the successor to Nikon's popular D700. The D700 was undoubtedly a good quality camera. However, it wasn't quite as...
The Nikon Coolpix L120 has been out for a little over a year, and it's still one of the top and most affordable long range zoom digital cameras on the market. In terms of price and quality of specs, the L120 is middle of the road, and that's why it's appealing to many consumers who are looking for a good point and shoot camera with above average picture taking abilities for a decent price. Whether or not the...
The first batch of Canon 5D Mark III cameras shipped yesterday. If you pre-ordered early, you should be receiving your new DLSR soon. If you pre-order now, you'll have to wait until the next batch of 5D Mark IIIs is released. Right now, Canon is only releasing limited amounts of the camera in installments, based on when people pre-order. It will probably be a month or two before the 5D Mark III is officially released and pre-ordering won't...
We've reviewed some cameras with decent optical zoom capabilities like the Kodak EasyShare Z5010, but we haven't explored too many cameras with incredible optical zoom capabilities like the Olympus SP-800 UZ. The Olympus SP-800 UZ is considered a super zoom camera thanks to its 30x optical zoom. In addition to its optical zoom prowess, the Olympus SP-800 UZ has a lot to offer. And, like many cameras, it has a few shortcomings. Here's the inside scoop on...
The Canon EOS 5D Mark II made history when it was used to record the entire season finale of the popular television show, House MD in 2010. It became the first DLSR to ever record an episode of a hit television show, and, surprisingly, the video quality of the episode was on par with the video quality of TV episodes recorded with professional video cameras. Clearly, the 5D video recording features allow the popular Canon camera to do...
If the Canon EOS 5D Mark II has caught your eye, you may be wondering about the 5D viewfinder and ergonomics. Ask any photographer, and they'll tell you that it's the little things that matter when it comes to a DLSR. Sure, the 5D full frame sensor allows the camera to capture beautiful images, and the 5D video recording abilities are on par with the video recording abilities of professional grade video cameras. But these...
If you're looking into any of the Canon 5D camera models, you may be wondering what the benefits of the 5D full frame sensor are. First of all, you should know that the original Canon EOS 5D was the first DLSR with a full frame sensor and relatively small body. Prior to the release of the Canon EOS 5D, DLSRs that boasted full frame sensors were large and bulky. Since the release of the original 5D, several...
Since the Canon EOS 5D Mark II was released in 2008, it has been one of the most popular DLSRs on the market. A few days ago, Canon launched the Canon EOS 5D Mark III, which is the successor of the Canon EOS 5D Mark II. Every time a new camera comes out in a line of cameras, its predecessor goes down in price. Since the 5D Mark II is a premium, professional camera that currently costs around...
The Kodak EasyShare Z5010 easily joins the ranks of some of the best point and shoot cameras on the market, along with the Panasonic Lumix LX5 and the Canon G12. The Kodak EasyShare Z5010 definitely has some features that make it worthy of attracting a crowd. Additionally, it brings some weaknesses to the table as well. If you're interested in this point and shoot camera, here's what you should know: Kodak EasyShare Z5010 Strengths This camera has 21x...
We recently wrote a post about the Canon G12, a popular, high-end point and shoot camera, and now we'd like to introduce you to another popular point and shoot camera, the Panasonic Lumix LX5. The G12 caught our eye because of some of its specs like its ability to capture images in RAW mode and record videos at a speed of 24 fps. Now, the Panasonic Lumix LX5 has captured our attention because of some of its...
If you’re a professional photographer, the Nikon D4 and Canon 1DX are probably on your radar, and you’ve probably heard other photographers speculating about which professional DLSR would win in an official Nikon D4 vs Canon 1DX standoff. If you’re going to pay several thousand dollars for a camera like the Nikon D4 or the Canon 1DX, it’s a good idea to do some research before you make any...
If you've been investigating high-end, quality point and shoot cameras, you've probably heard people throwing the Canon G12's name around. The Canon G12 is one of Canon's best-known and most popular POWERSHOT cameras. This digital camera has a lot to offer photographers and generally provides an overall good user experience. However, it also has a few deficits that may make other point and shoot cameras in its class seem more appealing to prospective buyers. Here are some important...
The Nikon P500 is one of the most popular cameras in the Nikon COOLPIX series of digital cameras for a reason. It takes professional looking photos that are crisp, clear, and colorful. And it has incredible zoom capabilities, like many of the COOLPIX cameras. Although this camera is considered one of the best of the higher end point and shoots on the market, it does have a few flaws that consumers should be aware of. Here's what you...
The Nikon D3000 is one of the prime examples of an entry-level, easy-to-use, relatively affordable DLSR. When it came out in 2009, it replaced Nikon's previous flagship entry-level camera, the D40, and it brought some new, more advanced features to the table. If you're a newcomer to the DLSR world, you may be deciding between the D3000 and other entry-level DLSRs from manufacturers like Canon and Pentax. The D3000 definitely offers perks in comparison to other affordable, accessible...