Two advanced camera from Pentax

If you are not among the confusion between choosing Canon or Nikon, you would consider weather resistant camera from Pentax. If you choose Pentax products, then you are eligible to enter a unique club, Pentaxian. 

Surely, The Pentaxian definitely very excited with the launch of Digital SLR cameras from Pentax. Pentax has recently released two pieces of the latest generation of DSLR cameras Pentax K5 DSLR camera. This camera comes in 2 models of the Pentax K-5 II and Pentax K-5 IIs. Both of them are fantastic.

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Classic body design is still visible on the second DSLR camera that comes with a screen measuring 3-inches. Camera body is made of magnesium alloy that is light, yet sturdy and designed with extra durability features dustproof and resistant in all weather conditions.  

Special LCD screen

A screen size 3-inch LCD is come complete camera on the back. The screen has 921,000 dots image density level panel coated with an anti-glare coating to reduce light reflection effect.

Judging from the specs, both for Pentax camera is barely different. 16.3-megapixel CMOS Sensor and Processor Prime II became flagship to produce images and video at a resolution of Full HD. ISO it has come in a choice of ISO 80 to ISO 51,200 are complete enough to accompany you are shooting in lowlight conditions without flash support. As for you who like to shoot fast action, Pentax K-5 II can be counted on to shoot at 7 fps.

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For a better autofocus performance in all lighting conditions, Pentax is also accompanied with autofocus sensor technology for the SAFOX X AF. This technology offers autofocus performance with coverage wider exposure levels between-3EV to +18 EV. This means that, even in low light conditions though, Pentax K5 II autofocus system still can focus on a subject quickly and accurately.

Anti-Aliasing Filter

The difference between the Pentax K-5 II and Pentax K-5s only lies in the use of anti-aliasing filter. Pentax K-5s are not equipped with anti-aliasing filters are implanted in DSLR cameras to minimize distortion, but with a reduced risk of image detail. Therefore, the Pentax K-5s would be more suitable for commercial photography or studio because of all the camera settings, lenses, and other lighting can be adjusted by the photographer suit shooting conditions.

Two Lenses available

To strengthen these two new cameras, Pentax has also released two new lenses: smc Pentax DA 18-270mm F3.5-6.3 ED SDM and Pentax DA 560mm F5.6 HD ED. Lens smc Pentax DA 18-270mm F3.5-6.3 ED SDM is a broom lens universe that is destined for you who like to travel frequently, but do not want to be bothered with the many lenses that must be taken. In addition to offering a range of focal length, this lens also comes with supersonic AF mechanism for fast performance focus and not noisy in packaging a lightweight body.

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Pentax K-5 II already available in the market in October 2012 at a price of US $ 1199.95 for body only and US $ 1349.95 for the package with the kit lens 18-55m, while the Pentax K-5 IIs sold for US $ 1,299, 95 for body only. And for the second new lens, smc Pentax DA 18-270mm F3.5-6.3 ED SDM and Pentax DA 560mm F5.6 HD ED was present in November 2012 with the price of each US $ 799.95 and US $ 6,999.95.

If you need a powerful digital camera, weatherproof and have special abilities, then you should consider one of these PENTAX cameras. You just need to adjust the budget that is available today, or you will wait if there is a discounted price?

Samsung Galaxy Camera

Samsung accompany photographers into the galaxy. Are you ready?

Technology in the field of digital cameras becomes more sophisticated. Samsung presents a new digital camera, a new Samsung Galaxy Camera. This camera is a high-performance photographic collaboration with the latest Android platform, the Jelly Bean. 

This device also has a wireless network connection, as well as adds creative users to take pictures, edit, and share the images as well as high-quality video quickly and easily. 



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This pocket camera using the Android operating system 4.1 Jelly Bean, and has 4.9 inch LCD screen HD resolution, with an ergonomic design so that you feel comfortable when using it. The camera also features a 16 megapixel lens with 21x optical zoom lens. This camera is suitable for vacation and outdoor activities.

 The Galaxy Camera also comes in both 3G/Wi-Fi and 4G/Wi-Fi versions — that’s what really makes the difference between this camera and other Wi-Fi cameras. No more clumsy connectivity — the Galaxy Camera is basically a phone. 



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The new device, which looks like a camera in the front and a smartphone in the back, runs on Android 4.1 Jelly Bean, and allows users to shoot, edit and share pictures with their social networks. 

This camera has been equipped quad-core 1.4 Ghz processor. While the sector is equipped with Wi-Fi connectivity includes an SD Card slot, as you meet on the smartphone. Besides the Galaxy Camera presents 35 powerful features for editing via Photo Wizard feature that allows users to create photo quality more pleasant and professional.

Specifications:

Ø  Operating System: Android 4.1 Jelly Bean

      Ø  Processor: 1.4 Ghz quad-core
      Ø  Connectivity: Wi-Fi, 3G and 4G version
      Ø  Sensor: 16 Megapixels
      Ø  Display: 4.8 inches
      Ø  Zoom: 21x optical zoom
      Ø  ISO: 100 to 3200
      Ø  Video: Full HD 1920 x 1080p, HDMI 1.4 video output
      Ø  Feature: Smart Pro, Smart Content Manager, AllShare feature
      Ø  Dimensions: 128.7 x 70.8 x 19.1 mm
      Ø  Weight: 305 grams

 This device also features Smart Content Manager. This is a clever innovation in order to organize your photos organized. While the feature is Auto Cloud Backup is a photo storage feature automatically via Samsung AllShare. Then users can also connect to the site from Google search Play, and includes Samsung Apps to connect to various devices like Galaxy S III and Galaxy Note II for ease of sharing images. Are you interested to try out this sophisticated camera?

Overview of the mirrorless camera

Do you want to use a mirrorless camera? Let us identify the type of camera that has a lot of terms; Mirrorless cameras or Interchangeable-Lens Camera (MILC) or Compact System Camera with Interchangeable alias Electronics Viewfinder Lens (EVIL). The camera is one of the digital camera systems which began to rise in popularity since its launch in about 2008. Mirrorless cameras is similar to Digital SLR camera but without a mirror.

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Mirrorless cameras were first introduced around 2008, and have attracted the attention of the lovers of photography. In general, what distinguishes a DSLR camera with mirrorless cameras is how to display the image in the viewfinder. Pioneers mirror less camera is Panasonic and Olympus.

To bring up the image in the viewfinder the DSLR cameras use a mirror that needs a space in the camera so that the size of the camera to be great. As with the mirrorless cameras, Mirrorless cameras have eliminated the mirror, thus saving size and weight, so the camera became lighter.

So how a mirrorless camera does conjures images in the viewfinder?

To bring up the image in the viewfinder, there mirrorless camera system that uses an electronic viewfinder, while others uses a hybrid viewfinder that can switch from the optical viewfinder to the electronic viewfinder.

Mirrorless cameras are unique and appeal because of relatively small size, compact and lighter than a DSLR. DSLR sensor size equivalent to the middle class and the lenses can be changed.

Before you buy a mirrorless camera, you may need to consider the pros and cons as you can see below.

Pros:

• Lightweight and compact, convenient for carrying.

• More robust, due to fewer moving parts.
• The size of the lens is smaller, compact, and not heavy.
• The quality of the sensor, nearly matching DSLR.
• Ability snap frames per second is high, the equivalent DSLR.
• The sensor resulting in excellent image quality.
• HD Movie with stereo or mono microphone.
• Shutter lag, or pause when the shutter is pressed very short.
• Responsive, fast auto focus

Cons:

• Currently, the price is still expensive, the same as the DSLR.

• Variation lens that can be used not as a DSLR.
• Do not have an optical viewfinder.
• Use of LCD and electronic viewfinder make the batteries are not efficient.

 Some say the picture quality is not as good mirrorless camera images produced by digital SLR cameras, but it's debatable. A good photographer must be able to make good photographs, even using a compact camera. You can, too.

You can pick one mirrorless camera as mentioned below:

- Micro Four-Third Panasonic Lumix GF and G Series
- Nikon 1
- Fujifilm X
- Pentax Q and K
- Leica M
- Micro Four-Third: Olympus PEN Series OMD and
- Samsung NX
- Sony NEX
- Canon EOS M

Canon is not the latest to be tempted to make a mirrorless camera. Finally mirrorless camera technology also makes Hasselblad wanted to play in the type of camera being this popular.

Canon is not the latest to be tempted to make a mirrorless camera. Finally mirrorless camera technology also makes Hasselblad wanted to enliven the market in these types of cameras.

Although not yet launched, Hasselblad has announced their mirrorless camera that Hasselblad Lunar which is a mirrorless camera with 24.3 MP (APS-C sensor) which is claimed will have the same quality as a DSLR.

Are you curious? Hasselblad cameras are also known to be very expensive. Let's just wait. If Hasselblad later appeared in the middle of the competition, hopefully the price is not expensive.

I would use a mirror less camera for everyday activities, or while on vacation. With the smaller size, and lighter than the SLR digital camera, the  mirrorless camera  is definitely more comfortable to tour around the world. This unique camera also has an advantage because it can be used to make creative photo. Some brands and types of mirrorless cameras have been equipped with the art filters or internal photo editor, so you do not need to use a computer to edit photos. That makes a lot of people excited is because the lens mirrorless camera can also be replaced as SLR cameras.

Choosing between Nikon D600 or Canon EOS 6D

If you are looking for a full frame camera, then you've got choices both have big names in the photography world. You can choose the Nikon D600 or Canon EOS 6D. Canon EOS 6D is the lightest full frame camera among professional cameras from Canon. Nikon also claims the Nikon D600 as Nikon's first full frame camera the smaller and lighter version of the Nikon.

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 Comparison of Canon EOS 6D and Nikon D600:

 Price Comparison Nikon D600 and Canon EOS 6D both have a sale price of about $ 2000. Have the same specs and aim at the same target (the customer). The fundamental difference lays in the EOS 6D which has a built-in GPS and Wi-Fi. Both of these features are commonly found on compact cameras and indeed should be present in the DSLR class.

 Canon 6D is more prominent with high ISO capability. With an ISO range up to 102,400. By using Canon EOS 6D lets you shoot up to 2 stops faster than the Nikon D600.

Canon EOS 6 D is equipped with Wi-Fi and GPS systems that have been packaged into the camera. Of course, the existence of Wi-Fi is also useful here to enjoy photos on the camera, phone or tablet. You can transfer photos directly from the camera to other devices without wires. The GPS feature is also the advanced features of the Canon 6D, so you can do geo tagging.

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 Nikon D600 is not to be outdone by offering built-in flash. Built-in flash increase convenience of use because you do not have to carry around flash whenever you are traveling. Built-in flash can also be used to control the Nikon Speedlight flash wirelessly. This would save costs because you do not need to buy extra commander.

 If you feel do not need Wi-Fi or GPS, the Nikon D600 is probably the best choice for a full frame DSLR. The camera is affordable, has many superior features for photos and video recording, and still features a built-in flash. Good for use of photos or video, hobby or occupation. Nikon D600 can produce very maximum. This camera is perfect for beginners who want to move from entry-level DSLR camera to a full frame camera.

  Nikon D600 has 24.3 megapixels CMOS sensor powered. The sensor is coupled to the processor EXPEED 3 image processing and image can produce images and video recordings better. In Continuous Shooting mode, D600 has a speed of 5.5 fps (frames per second). For most photographers, the speed of 5.5 fps is already considered to be quite capable when used to take pictures of sporting events. 

 Full frame camera Canon EOS 6D claimed to have many features 5D Mark III, but this camera is designed with a smaller shape and weight that is 20% lighter than his brother, the 5D Mark III. EOS 6D has a full-frame CMOS sensor (measuring 36 x 24mm) with an image resolution of 20.2 megapixels.

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 Complete Specifications Canon EOS 6D:

 • Sensor full frame (36 x 24mm) CMOS

 • Resolution: 20 Megapixels
 • ISO: 100-25600 (can be boosted up to 102 400)
 • File Format: JPEG, RAW: RAW (5472 x 3648), M RAW (4104 x 2736), and S RAW (2736  x 1824) (14bit, Canon original RAW 2nd edition)
 • Autofocus: Contrast Detect (sensor), Phase Detect, Multi-area, Selective single-point, Single, Continuous, Face Detection, Live View
 • Number of focus points: 11
 • Mount lenses: Canon EF
 • Viewfinder Type: Optical pentaprism
 • Coverage Viewfinder: 97%
 • Viewfinder Magnification: 0.71x
 • LCD Screen: 1M dot, 3.2-inch, TFT LCD
 • Shutter speed: 30 sec - 1/4000 sec
 • Flash sync speed: 1/180 sec
 • Continues drive: 4.5 fps
 • Metering modes: Multi, Center-weighted, spot, partial
 • Exposure Compensation: ± 5EV
 • Video: 1080p and 720p, mono speaker, mono microphone.
 • Wi-Fi connectivity: direct upload photos or videos to Facebook, YouTube as well as to the hard drive and printing wirelessly with Wi-Fi networks.

Fantastic.

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 What else do you want to know from the Nikon D600? Although smaller than other full frame camera, the Nikon D600 features remain armed with features almost the equivalent of the top Nikon cameras, like the Nikon D4, Nikon D800 and Nikon D800E. D600 cameras can record video with a resolution of 1920 x1080 at 30, 25 and 24 fps.

 Nikon D600 Specifications:

 • Sensor: Full Frame 24.3 Megapixel CMOS Sensor

 • Processor: Nikon EXPEED 3
 • RAW 14 bit
 • Display: 3.2-inch TFT LCD (921,000 dots)
 • 39 point AF, 9 cross type
 • 2016 pixel RGB metering
 • ISO: 100 - 6400 (50-25600)
 • Memory Card: SD / SDHC / SDXC slot x 2
 • Shutter Count: up to 150 thousands of times you press the shutter button.
 • Features HDR and time-lapse
 • Wireless flash commander using the built-in flash
 • Video: Full HD 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps)
 • Battery: Lithium-Ion Battery EN-EL15 (900 shots CIPA Standard)
 • Dimensions: 141mm x 113mm x 82mm
 • Weight: 760 grams
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 You are free to choose a full frame camera that you like, whether the Nikon D600 or Canon EOS 6D. If you are not affected by these two giants of competition, please use another factor for consideration. Of course, it's all up to you. You do not need to be confused.

 

Simple Tips before buying a camera lens

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If you are using Digital SLR camera, you definitely tempted to try other lenses than the standard kit lens that you get when you buy an SLR camera. If you have enough money, what lens would you buy for the first time? Not all beginner photographers will give the same answer.

 Anyone interested in purchasing a telephoto lens, or a zoom lens so easy to carry when on holiday. Not everyone has the same focus. There is also a wish to buy a macro lens for crazy to photograph small objects such as flowers, insects and other small objects.
Do you really need a fish eye lens? How about you? 



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 You may have heard the words of friends, which have a high quality camera useless if you only have a low-quality lens. There are also those who say otherwise. You do not have to worry with that opinion, although there is a little truth. Of course it is ideal if camera and lenses are all high quality. Of course not everyone is able to buy the lens and the camera at a high price.



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 There are a few tips to resolve your problem so that you can integrate your digital SLR camera with a lens of your dreams today. If you are using a Canon or Nikon camera, then you do not always have to use original lenses from Nikon or Canon. There are two third-party lens makers that has long been a mainstay of professional photographers, beginners and photography hobbyist. You can also rely on Sigma and Tamron lenses. Both brands are very famous and popular all over the world.

 In addition, you might consider lenses made ​​by Tokina and Samyang. Just for info, Samyang lens is made ​​ in Masan (South Korea) established in 1972. Samyang made several lenses for other companies' brands. Its 500mm manual focus mirror lenses were widespread, sold under several brands and badged "Made in Korea".  Samyang might also be producing a special lens, so all journalists could photograph Psy “The Gangnam Style" perfectly.

 Tokina also makes lenses for Pentax DSLR cameras. Similarly, Sony camera users and other brands do not have to worry, there is always a third party lenses at affordable prices.                                               Image: daymen.com

 More tips, you can always buy a second-hand lens, but make sure you buy from a trusted store.

                                                                                                  

 You can discuss with your friends who have advanced, so you can get lenses that fit your needs. The lenses are made ​​of third-party such as Tamron, Sigma, Samyang and other brand. You can also find an alternative lenses made ​​by the manufacturer of Russia and China, although they have not made ​​a lot of lenses. Let's wait if their product will be able to survive as other third party lenses.             

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What if you are not a user Nikon or Canon? Do not worry there is a particular brand of lenses that can be used by Pentax, Olympus or Panasonic. This trend started in the mirrorless cameras (Micro Four Third).  

 

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The use of the camera and the lens does not always depend on the particular brand or high prices. Is like when you sing, not just the song to be good, but it depends on who and how to sing the song. Not a song, but the singer. Similarly, in the world of photography, then you have to believe in yourself when you're hunting photos. To make nice photos and beautiful, you should frequently practice.

If you often take the time to try out your camera, then you will be an expert in the world of photography. If you have a good income or you are good at using your photography hobby to make money, then you do not have to worry anymore. You can buy a camera and any lens, anytime and anywhere.