Cisco is shutting down the popular Flip pocket camcorder business after a hefty 2009 Purchase from Pure Digital Technologies Inc.
The plan is to build out the core Cisco networking business and support the corporate customer and move away from any consumer oriented sales.
In 2010 Sony took away the #1 spot from Flip and with declining sales due to a surge in competition from Sony and Kodak and cell phone manufacturers incorporating HD video shooting Cisco decided pulling the plug and narrowing the focus to the core business is best for the company.
[via Wall Street Journal]
by Eric on March 22, 2011
I bought an EVO 4G last week. Of course, news of the EVO 3D would leak out a couple of days later. And then today, we get photos and specs of the new phone. Pretty sure this is a record for me.
The EVO 3D will sport a 1.2GHz dual core processor, 1080p HD 2D video, 720p HD 3D video, a 4.3″ display and dual 5MP cameras on the back (along with a front 1.3MP camera).
The EVO View 4G tablet will sport a 1.5GHz processor, 7″ 1024 x 600 resolution display and will basically be a rebranded version of the HTC Flyer.
[via Engadget]
by Eric on March 20, 2011
The Zoom Q3HD is a compact Flip-style camcorder that shoots full 1080p at 30 fps. The Q3HD sets itself apart from other compact camcorders with a pair of condenser microphones atop the camera, which deliver better audio than found on other camcorders in its class.
You can find the Zoom Q3HD on B&H Photo and Amazon.com. [click to continue…]
JVC has announced the availability of its full HD 3D camcorder, the GS-TD1. The new camcorder captures a full 1920 x 1080 image for each eye by using two separate sensors – one for each lens.
The 3D video from the GS-TD1 can be viewed on any 3D TV and can be burned to Blu-ray for 3D playback. The GS-TD1 has a fast f/1.2 lens, 64GB built-in memory, a 5x zoom and SDXC compatibility for extra storage.
The JVC GS-TD1 retails for $1699 and is available now. Check availability at B&H Photo.
More info in the press release below. [click to continue…]
by Eric on February 17, 2011
The Canon XA10 is the new low-end model in Canon’s pro camcorder lineup. Featuring full 1920 x 1080 HD video capture, along with a carry handle and dual phantom-power XLR inputs, the XA10 is a force to be reckoned with. I had the opportunity to spend a few minutes with the new camcorder at CES 2011. Below you will find my initial impressions of the new HD camcorder. [click to continue…]
by Eric on February 1, 2011
The Panasonic HDC-TM900, HDC-HS900 and HDC-SD800 are new 3MOS Full HD camcorders introduced at CES 2011. The HDC-TM900, HDC-HS900 and HDC-SD800 set themselves part from the 2011 Panasonic 1MOS Full HD camcorders by making use of three 1/4.1″ image sensors, which split the captured light into the red, green and blue colors – with each being processed by its own sensor.
Each camera captures 1920 x 1080 resolution video at 60p, along with a digital cinema mode for 24p capture. All three new models are compatible with Panasonic’s 3D conversion lens for 3D video capture in-camera. Additionally, the HS900 and TM900 models offer a manual control ring, which allows multiple manual control functions, including focusing, zoom, white balance, shutter speed and iris.
All camcorders feature SDXC memory card storage. The TM900 adds 32GB internal flash memory, while the HS900 offers a 220GB hard drive.
More details in the press release below. [click to continue…]
by Eric on January 30, 2011
Panasonic announced several new HD 1MOS camcorders at CES 2011. All the new models are SDXC compatible, and several feature internal flash or hard disk memory for more storage options. Check out the full rundown on all the new models below. [click to continue…]
by Eric on January 23, 2011
There are several Canon camcorder instant rebates available currently through January 29. 2011. The rebates run up to $300 off.
Full list below. [click to continue…]
by Joe on January 19, 2011
by Eric on January 15, 2011
