eK-gadgets info

Nikon introduced their new D3100 entry-level digital SLR. As you might have guessed, the D3100 replaces the popular D3000, offering a higher resolution sensor, faster processing, live view support, a full HD video recording (with continuous AF), and more. So yeah, it’s a pretty big upgrade. Here are its specs:Nikon D3100

• 14.2 Megapixel CMOS sensor
• Supports all Nikkor F-mount lenses with a 1.5X focal length conversion ratio; do note that autofocus is only supported on AF-S lenses
• Expeed 2 image processor
• Compact body (by D-SLR standards) with dust reduction and 100k cycle shutter life
• 3-inch LCD display with live view (and face detection)
• Auto Scene Selector + full manual controls
• ISO range of 100 - 3200, expandable to 12,800
• 11-point AF system
• Quick Shutter Release mode reduces mirror noise
• Guide Mode gives you step-by-side assistance taking photos
• Tons of special effects in “retouch” menu
• Records video at 1920 x 1080 (24 or 30 fps) with sound and full-time autofocus
  • Videos can be trimmed right on the camera
  • H.264 codec is used
• SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card slot
• Uses EN-EL14 li-ion battery; 550 shots per charge
• HDMI output
• Ships in mid-September with the F3.5-5.6, 18 - 55 mm VR lens for $699

A minor update to the S90 from last year.

PowerShot S95 

• 10 Megapixel “high sensitivity” CCD
• F2.0-4.9, 3.8X optical zoom lens, equivalent to 28 - 105 mm
• New hybrid IS technology compensates for both angular and shift camera shake, helps with macro photography
• 3-inch LCD display with 461k pixels
• Ultra-compact body
• Enhanced Smart Auto mode + full manual controls
• RAW format supported
• Customizable control ring around lens (same as before)
• New HDR feature combines three exposures into one for improved dynamic range (tripod recommended)
• Records movies at 1280 x 720 (24 fps) with stereo sound using H.264 codec
• SD/SDHC/SDXC slot (also supports numerous MMC cards)
• Uses NB-6L lithium-ion battery; 200 shots per charge
• HDMI output
• Ships later this month for $399

Looking for a compact ultra zoom with full HD recording? If you don’t mind a touchscreen interface, than the PowerShot SD4500/IXUS 1000HS might be just what you;’re looking for:

PowerShot IXUS 1000 HS Digital ELPH 

• 10.0 Megapixel “high sensitivity” back-illuminated CMOS sensor
• F3.4-5.6, 10X optical zoom lens, equivalent to 36 - 360 mm
• Optical image stabilization with “dynamic” option for situations with lots of shake
• 3-inch widescreen LCD display with 230,000 pixels
• Point-and-shoot operation, with Smart Auto mode
• Best Image Selection feature takes five exposures and selects the best one of the series
• Offers same benefits as other CMOS-based cameras: high speed burst mode (8.4 fps), “super slow motion” movies (240 fps), and things like “handheld night scene”
• Records movies at 1920 x 1080 (24 fps) with stereo sound using H.264 codec; can shoot at lower resolutions (including 720p) at 30 fps; optical zoom cannot be used while recording
• “Miniature effect” available for both stills and movies
• SD/SDHC/SDXC slot
• Uses NB-9L li-ion battery; 150 shots per charge
• HDMI output
• Available in brown and silver (in some locations)
• Ships in early September for $349

Finally, we have an ultra zoom for the more budget-conscious customers. The PowerShot SX130 has these features and specs:

PowerShot SX130 IS

• 12.1 Megapixel CCD
• F3.4-5.6, 12X optical zoom lens, equivalent to 28 - 336 mm
• Optical image stabilization
• 3-inch LCD display with 230,000 pixels
• Full manual controls + Smart Auto mode
• Special effects include fisheye and miniature
• 720p (30 fps) movie movie with stereo sound; optical zoom can be used while recording
• SD/SDHC/SDXC slot
• Uses AA batteries; 370 shots per charge using NiMH rechargeables
• Ships in late August for $249

Samsung has long been known to be coming out with a tablet computer of the slate form factor for some time now. In fact, we’ve known that their tablet is to be dubbed the Samsung Galaxy Tab – taking a cue from their ever so popular Samsung Galaxy S smart phone (or Samsung Vibrant on T-Mobile and Samsung Captivate on AT&T). Anyways, ever since we first learn of the device it has been pictured, leaked, rumored and so forth.

If you’ll remember, just yesterday we showed you a video of the device taken of a man testing the Samsung Galaxy Tab in Sydney, Australia. Today, we have a leaked picture of the device showing it clearly running Google’s Android 2.2 mobile operating system. Additionally, the same  website  (ifanr) that leaked the picture says the device features a 7-inch 1024 x 600 AMOLED display, a PowerVR SGX 540 GPU, a 3.2 megapixel camera, VGA front-facing camera, 3G, GPS, and 802.11 b/g/n WiFI.

While it was generally assumed that the Galaxy Tab would run Froyo, it’s a bit ironic to see the unreleased tablet running the updated OS while the already released Galaxy S still has not received the 2.2 update.

via ifanr