Along with the new Bloggie HD camcorders, Sony introduced its 2011 lineup of Handycam camcorders at CES 2011, which is headlined by the Full HD 3D HDR-TD10. [click to continue…]
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Sony announced its refreshed lineup of Bloggie HD camcorders at CES 2011. All models capture 1920 x 1080 full HD video, while the flagship Bloggie FS3 captures 3D video, which you can view on the FS3′s 2.4-inch LCD in 3D without the need for glasses. The FS3 should be available in April at an initial retail price of $250. Check availability on Amazon.com.
The Bloggie Du0 FS2 features a 2.7-inch LCD on the back and a 2-inch LCD on the front to aid with recording yourself on the camera. The Bloggie Duo should be available in March at an initial retail price of $170. Check availability on Amazon.com.
The FS1 is the base level Bloggie model with a 2.7-inch LCD on the rear. The Bloggie FS1 should be available in March at an initial retail price of $150. Check availability on Amazon.com.
More details in the press release below. [click to continue…]
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Amazon has a solid deal on the latest generation of the Flip UltraHD for $99.99. They’re also throwing in an extra battery for $4.99.
Here’s the link to the Flip UltraHD on Amazon.com.
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Zoom’s much anticipated, Flip-like Q3HD camcorder is now available. You can find it at B&H Photo here.
The Q3HD shoots 1080p at 30 fps or 720p at 30 and 60 fps. The big news about the Q3HD, however, is the inclusion of the same mic capsules used on the H4n, along the the capture of 44.1/48/96kHz 16/24-bit WAV audio files.
Additionally, a mini plug line-in jack lets you capture audio from an external mic, and a mic gain switch lets you choose between low, high and auto. You also get a visual reference for audio levels in the form of on-screen meters as you record/playback. The presence of a line out mini plug suggests that you may very well be able to monitor audio as it is captured as well.
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Sony has announced a firmware update for the NEX-VG10 camcorder that adds autofocus for Sony A-Mount SAM and SSM lenses. The NEX-VG10 can accept Sony’s DSLR A-Mount lenses courtesy of the LA-EA1 adapter, which has previously required manual focus operation only. However, this new firmware update will allow autofocus communication through the adapter.
The firmware update is available via Sony UK’s website.
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Zoom, maker of the popular H4n and H1 audio recorders, has launched the Q3HD pocket-sized camcorder. The Q3HD shoots 1080p at 30 fps or 720p at 30 and 60 fps.
The big news about the Q3HD, however, is the inclusion of the same mic capsules used on the H4n, along the the capture of 44.1/48/96kHz 16/24-bit WAV audio files. Additionally, a mini plug line-in jack lets you capture audio from an external mic, and a mic gain switch lets you choose between low, high and auto. You also get a visual reference for audio levels in the form of on-screen meters as you record/playback. The presence of a line out mini plug suggests that you may very well be able to monitor audio as it is captured as well.
The Q3HD records to SD and SDHC memory cards for up to 7 hours 720p capture time with a 32GB card, and is powered by 2 AA batteries. It will set you back $299 and should be available this Fall. Check availability on Amazon.com.
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The GoPro HD HERO 960 is a new, wearable HD camera that carries a more budget-oriented price tag than previous models. The HD HERO 960 offers a max resolution of 1280 x 960 at 30 frames per second. Additional resolutions include the 16:9 format 1280 x 720 at 30 fps and WVGA (848 x 480) at 60 fps.
The GoPro HD HERO 960 runs $179 and is shipping now. Check availability on Amazon.com.
More details in the press release below. [click to continue…]
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A couple of days ago, RED Leader Jim Jannard, announced a $1000 price bump for the upcoming Scarlet. The reasonably-priced RED camera will get HDRx capability and, as Jannard puts it, “The extra money will go to more boards and another ASIC plus development. The improvement is more than worth the effort. The image possibilities and capability are incredible.”
When asked about the requirements for SSDs on the Scarlet, Jannard responded, “Because the image size is smaller, Scarlet 2/3″ will work HDRx™ at some REDCODEs with CF. SSD will certainly offer more options, but CF will work.” -Jim Jannard
There seems to be a couple of camps among pro and prosumer users in the forum thread. Most posts seem to welcome the additions of these features in a sub-$6000 camera; however, some critics bemoan that the addition of the $1000 hike puts the Scarlet out their reach. To which, Jannard responded:
We thought we might get into the “volume” business… but we realized we cater to professionals. -Jim Jannard
So, yes, the 3K camera for $3K is dead. RED is what we’ve always known they were . . . niche, pro camera company. I guess it just took them a while to figure that out for themselves.
$6K is still cheap for the current spec list on the Scarlet; however, as we’ve come to know with RED . . . this is still subject to change.
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So, I’ve been playing with the Sony NEX-VG10 for a couple of days. First thoughts? It’s pretty sweet for what it is. [click to continue…]
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Flip launched its new lineup of Flip Video camcorders this week. All of the new models offer HD video and built-in image stabilization. The Flip UltraHD 1 hour model is now only $149. And, the Flip UltraHD 2 hour model is the first of the Flips to employ the new Flip Port for use with Designed for Flip accessories (covered here and here).
The new Flip Video models are available now at Amazon.com.
More details in the press release below. [click to continue…]
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