No matter how many spy cams and unmanned surveillance drones government and law enforcement officials can pack into public spaces, their utility has traditionally been limited by the finite amount of footage human monitors can review in a given time frame. New DARPA-sponsored research out of Columbia University, however, may soon allow folks tasked with keeping an eye on video feeds to perform their jobs up to ten times faster — by leveraging the rapid image processing abilities of cortical vision. Since people are able to recognize suspicious activity much more quickly than they can consciously identify what’s wrong, professor Paul Sajda and his team developed a computer-brain interface device — similar to ones we’ve seen control an on-screen cursor and bionic limb — that monitors an operator’s neural output while he/she is watching streaming footage, and tags specific images for later perusal. Once the technology is perfected in the coming months (it still emits too many false positives, apparently), it could allow for more thinly-staffed monitoring departments, though we suspect it will probably just convince officials to deploy more and more cameras.
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Source: digitalcameras.engadget.com
Samsung’s SC-X205L and SC-X210WL sports cameras cut the cord
Filed under: Digital Cameras, Wireless
It was only a matter of time before Samsung’s SC-X205L and SC-X210L helmet-mounted sports cams went all wireless on us, and if you’ve been tapping your foot at cutting the cable your wait is up with their new SC-X205WL and SC-X210WL. These devices are essentially the same as their wired counterparts: 512MB internal memory on the X205WL and and 1GB on the X210WL, both featuring the same 2.0-inch display, 680k pixel (720 x 480) CCD, 10x optical zoom, and image stabilization (on the full unit, anyway), as well as the obligatory SD slot for recording that MPEG-4 video. Expect ‘em in September for $580 and $680, which is a steep price to pay for those whose finances are probably tied up mending broken bones.
[Via Sci Fi Tech]
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Source: digitalcameras.engadget.com
Digital Camera News: Lens Rental by Mail, Casio Firmware update, Tabblo Photo Sharing, Memory Stick Survives Underwater
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MIT researchers create photo-detecting fibers
Filed under: Digital Cameras, Misc. Gadgets
Those cats at MIT have been at it again: when not fooling around in their dorm rooms or playing with robot snails, they’re toiling away in the lab late at night developing technologies that could well become commonplace in our everyday lives. Their latest breakthrough is a sphere-shaped web of photo-detecting fibers that can measure the direction, intensity, and phase of light, something previously only possible with traditional lens-based optics. Unlike lenses, however, the fiber webs have an unlimited field of view, opening up a whole range of new possibilities like improved space telescopes or sensitive clothing to provide increased awareness to soldiers or the blind. Still in the research phase, this tech is likely a long ways from trickling down into the consumer space, although researchers do see the common man eventually using it to enhance interaction with computers and video games.
[Via Digital Camera Info]
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Fujifilm’s six megapixel F20 thrives at night
Filed under: Digital Cameras
Besides the S6000fd that we just brought you, Fujifilm has another six megapixel shooter slated to hit stores in September, though this model is more at home in a pocket than a camera bag. Being touted as the little brother to the company’s already-compact F30, the new F20 sports many of the same features as its big bro — besides the 6.3 megapixel CCD, they both share a 3x optical zoom and 2.5-inch LCD — with the major differences being size, display resolution, and battery capacity. Also like the F30, this model is designed to perform in low-light conditions that would prove difficult for other compact cameras which don’t share its relatively high maximum sensitivity of ISO 2000. The other nice touches here center around the flash: it automatically adjusts its intensity based on ambient lighting, and is part of the innovative “Natural Light & Flash” feature that snaps two consecutive shots — one with flash and one without — to provide users with a so-called “photographic safety net.” No word yet on pricing, but since you can pick up the F30 for under $400, we imagine that this model will be available for around the same cost.
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Source: digitalcameras.engadget.com
Sony Alpha A100 DSLR Review
Sony’s alpha DSLR-A100 digital single lens reflex (D-SLR) camera is the first product to come from their aquisition of Konica Minolta s D-SLR and technologies. The DSLR-A100 is based heavily on the Konica Minolta Maxxum 5D and incorporates a higher resolution 10.2-megapixel image sensor, improved 40-segment metering, higher resolution 2.5-inch Clear Photo LCD Plus, and a [...]
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Fujifilm Finepix F30 Digital Camera User Review
The Fujifilm FinePix F30 is the successor to the popular FinePix F10 compact released last year. The F10 was frequently noted by users to have good performance in low light (or “available light”) environments. The F30 continues down this road by offering several features designed to (1) maximize the use of available ambient lighting and to (2) minimize reliance on the flash as a way to illuminate the scene being photographed. The result is hopefully an attractive picture that captures the mood of the scene better than ordinary compact digital cameras.
Source: www.digitalcamerareview.com
Westinghouse DPF-0701 shows multiple shots per frame
Filed under: Digital Cameras, Displays
You think hanging 8 x 10s on the wall is old school? Well, it looks like the standard fare of digital picture frames are getting refreshed too. Westinghouse has a new digiframe on the horizon that displays multiple digital photos in varying orientations. The DPF-0701 rocks a 7-inch 16:9 widescreen display housed in a strikingly large ebony bezel and includes an admittedly lacking 16MB of internal storage. Since you probably won’t fit all your memories on that (right?), the frame supports USB thumb drives and a myriad of card formats including CF, SD, MMC, XD, MS Pro, and MS Duo. You can get your snapshot shuffle on when it drops later this month for $199.
[Via MacWorld]
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Source: digitalcameras.engadget.com
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ50 Digital Camera Announced
Panasonic has announced the successor to their very popular FZ30 ultra-zoom camera. The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ50 features a 10.1 megapixel sensor and Panasonic’s new Intelligent ISO Control system. This 12x zoom, MEGA OIS stabilized camera will be available in September for an MSRP of $649.
Source: www.digitalcamerareview.com
Fujifilm’s face-finding FinePix: the S6000fd
Filed under: Digital Cameras
With some extreme ISO action, and a flashy face-recognizing auto focus feature, Fujifilm has quite an alluring offering in their new FinePix S6000fd (known as the S6500fd globally). The 2.5-inch LCD and 6.3 megapixel CCD shouldn’t turn too many heads, but the wide-angle manual control 10.7x zoom lens and the 100-3200 ISO sensitivity is nothing to sneeze at. Fujiflim’s hardware-based Face Detection tech allows the camera to zero in on the sentient humans in frame — instead of that wall behind them — and does its focusing mojo in a mere 0.04 seconds. This, combined with other automatic enhancements, allows Joe Hobbyist to take advantage of the camera’s advanced optics without having to fiddle with manual controls, promising better lighting and less blurring in more situations. Unfortunately, “Picture Stabilization,” which merely bumps the ISO automatically is a lame substitute for actual optical image stabilization, but there aren’t many other cut corners, and Fujifilm has managed to get the price pretty low. The S6000fd should be out in September for around $500.
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Source: digitalcameras.engadget.com
Sanyo’s similar VPC-S7 and VPC-E7 compact cameras
Filed under: Digital Cameras
Without much fanfare, Sanyo has added two compact 7.1 megapixel cameras to its lineup, and other than a few minor differences, the SDHC-compatible VPC-S7 (pictured right) and VPC-E7 (pictured left) are almost exactly the same. Both models feature an oh-so-standard 3x optical zoom and 2.5-inch LCD display, along with VGA-quality video with mono sound, maximum ISO settings of 800, and the usual suite of preset scene modes and white balance settings. As far as we can tell, only a few grams of weight and the E7’s inclusion of red-eye correction differentiate the two models, plus the fact that the E ships with a rechargeable battery while the S only comes with a pair of AAs. Overall, it seems like Sanyo isn’t terribly excited about these two point-and-shooters, judging from the lack of a press release or even the slightest hint as to when or where they’ll be available, or for how much.
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Three New Panasonic FX Digital Cameras: Lumix DMC-FX50, Lumix DMC-FX07, Lumix DMC-FX3
Today, Panasonic has announced three new cameras in their “sleek & slim” FX line. The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX50 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX07 shoot at 7.2 megapixels, while the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX3 is a 6 megapixel camera. All three cameras feature Panasonic’s Intelligent ISO Control (IIC) that can automatically adjust ISO based on the movement of the subject.
Source: www.digitalcamerareview.com
Panasonic unleashes slew of Lumix compacts
Filed under: Digital Cameras
Our friends at Panasonic are really coming out swinging today. Their new range of Lumix compacts has some considerable spec bumps, and even if the designs do seem a little “safe” after Samsung’s recent release, we’re sure most consumers could fine a decent fit among the new lineup. Headlining is the DMC-LX2 (pictured), a successor to their LX1 which introduced the first compact 16:9 widescreen sensor. The LX2 bumps the megapixels to 10.2, has a 2.8-inch widescreen LCD, ISO 3200 (though not at full resolution) and intelligent ISO control that can automatically adjust for the sudden movement of a subject. Despite the increase in resolution, Panasonic claims they’ve significantly reduced noise thanks to their Venus III engine. The LX2 also includes a 4x zoom, and optical image stabilisation. Next up we have the DMC-FX50 and FX07, dual successors to the FX01 shooter. Both of them share a 7.2 megapixel CCD, 3.6x zoom, optical image stabilisation, and that Venus III processor, ISO 3200 and intelligent ISO control featured in big brother LX2. The FX50 goes for a new 3-inch screen, while the FX07 sticks with 2.5-inches and manages a slightly more compact body. Finally, the DMC-FX3 takes some cues from its siblings, but cuts the megapixels to 6. The optical image stabilisation is always welcome, but the ISO 1600 and 3x zoom specs are a bit more standard. Some of the best news here is the prices for these four cameras, ranging from the $500 LX2 ($100 cheaper than the initial LX1 pricetag) to $280 for the FX3. All four should be out some time this September. Keep reading for pics of the rest of the lineup.
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Lumix DMC-FX50
Lumix DMC-FX3
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Panasonic debuts Lumix DMC-FZ50
Panasonic’s brand new Lumix DMC-FZ50 features Optical Image Stabilizer to fight against the major cause of blurred images, unsteady hands. The DMC-FZ50 comes with a powerful 12x optical zoom f/2.8 LEICA DC lens, and a whopping 10.1-megapixel high resolution CCD for its image sensor. The FZ50 will sell for $649.95 and ships sometime in September. PRESS [...]
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