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Video: Hands-On With The RED Scarlet

Devin Coldewey — Fri, 07 Jan 2011 20:52:43 +0000

I just wrapped up a short interview with Ted Schilowitz from RED, in which he told us (and all our live stream viewers) all about the new RED Scarlet digital cinema camera. I got to hold the thing and revel in its 3K glory; and while RED devices are notoriously never “final,” this felt about as final as it gets.

I don’t want to repeat what’s already out there regarding the resolution, accessories, dates, and so on, which are all googleable (and some not final), so I’ll stick to general impressions and you can watch the video as soon as it’s live for specifics. In the meantime, here are a couple new pics to tide you over.

What I took away was that this is indeed a professional camera for filming real big-boy movies, packed into an extremely compact body. It’s heavy: six pounds according to Ted, and it felt like more to me. And of course, with an extra battery pack, storage, and (if you choose) a larger lens on the front, it’s definitely not something you want to one-hand. Make no mistake, this is a professional camera for people who have limited space (or money), or need to do on-the-run stuff. I’ve watched people do moving handheld with full-size cameras and it’s hard on both the camera and the cameraman. The Scarlet is small enough that many of those problems are alleviated, and I suspect they’ll be used in a lot of cars, chase and action scenes, and on-location stuff.

Update: video!

Quick Hands-On: Fujifilm’s Gorgeous X100

Devin Coldewey — Thu, 06 Jan 2011 21:18:11 +0000

Oh man, I was so pumped to get my hands on this thing. This is the beautiful retro-styled, APS-C sensored, dial-covered compact camera we heard about a few months back, and immediately fell in love with. It’s got a “hybrid viewfinder” that either works as a regular see-through thing with overlay, or you can flip a switch and it becomes an EVF.

Plus, just look at that sucker. More details at our previous post; we’ll have a review unit soon.

Casio Announces EX-ZR100, Another Incremental Update For Their Flagship Point-And-Shoot

Devin Coldewey — Wed, 05 Jan 2011 21:33:26 +0000

Every year I come to CES and hope that Casio is going to blow me away like it did with the original FC-100, still perhaps my favorite point-and-shoot camera ever made. But they haven’t done so, and this year again they provide a practical, but not very interesting, upgrade to this versatile device. The only difference between this and the previously announced ZR10 seems to be the addition of a 12.5x optical zoom.

Even the F numbers are the same. They both shoot 1080p, do automatic panoramas, and both shoot high-speed video at up to 1000FPS… just like the FC-100 from 2009.

While I’m sure there are a few under-the-hood changes that have taken place over the last two years (I’m guessing we’re seeing slightly enhanced image quality and write speed), I’m still waiting for Casio to do something interesting with these cameras. Hope springs eternal. The ZR100 will ship in March for $300.

Here’s the full press release, I’ll have pictures in a minute:

CASIO ANNOUNCES NEW FLAGSHIP CAMERA FOR ITS EXILIM® LINEUP

Revolutionary New EX-ZR100 Takes High-Speed Processing and Shooting to the Next Level

LAS VEGAS, NV, January 5, 2011 ― Casio America, Inc. and its parent company, Casio Computer Co., Ltd., today unveiled the 12.1 megapixel EX-ZR100, the new flagship model for the company’s popular EXILIM® family of digital cameras. Blazingly fast, the EX-ZR100 is powered by Casio’s new EXILIM ENGINE HS with dual core processors, which work together to offer consumers a high-speed shooting experience unlike any other. From high-speed image processing to slow-motion video recording, the next generation EXILIM EX-ZR100 represents a dramatic advancement beyond today’s traditional digital cameras. Also joining the EX-ZR100 is the EX-ZR10. Announced at the 2010 Photokina Expo, the EX-ZR10 is the younger sibling of the more advanced EX-ZR100, and will begin shipping in January 2011.

“Casio is continuously pushing the envelope for what’s possible when it comes to digital cameras, and nothing embodies that approach more than the new EX-ZR100,” said Toshi Iguchi, Senior General Manager, Digital Imaging Division, Casio America Inc. “The EX-ZR100 combines our most advanced imaging technologies and is indicative of the level of innovation that consumers can expect from Casio. This is a camera that we’re proud to call our flagship model for 2011.”

High-Speed Processing Power
The EX-ZR100 incorporates a 12.1 megapixel back-illuminated CMOS sensor which will help users capture high-resolution, low-noise images even in dimly lit environments. The camera also features sensor-shift image stabilization to help reduce the blur associated with hand movement for even better results. The sensor-shift stabilization technology also allows users to capture impressive 1920×1080 full-HD video at 30 frames-per-second (fps) with continuous auto focus. In addition, the EX-ZR100 features a built-in stereo microphone, and even offers users the ability to leverage the camera’s full optical zoom and capture digital still images with high-speed burst shooting (10 megapixel), all while recording video.

The camera’s high-performance CMOS sensor is complimented even further by Casio’s advanced EXILIM ENGINE HS with dual core processors, which further enhance the digital imaging experience for consumers. Together, the EXILIM ENGINE HS with dual core processors drive the high-speed capabilities of the EX-ZR100 and are responsible for the camera’s industry leading, .37 second shot-to-shot time, slow-motion video recording as well as high-speed burst shooting. With burst shooting, consumers can capture 30 10 megapixel images at a maximum speed of 40 shots per second. Adding even more versatility, the EX-ZR100’s Pre record Continuous Shutter will begin pre-recording images when the shutter button is pressed halfway, ensuring users will not miss a single critical moment even if they’re a little late in snapping the photo. All photos and video can be reviewed on the camera’s high-resolution three-inch LCD (460k).

Getting Creative
The new EX-ZR100 encompasses a number of unique shooting modes, such as slow-motion video recording, Slide Panorama, and Casio’s HDR-ART technology, which consumers can use to build on their creativity and better express themselves through images. With slow-motion, users can record fast-action events at a maximum speed of 1,000fps (224×64), revealing detail that’s simply too fast for the naked eye to see. Additional high-speed frame rates include 480fps (224×160) and 240fps (432×320).

With Casio’s HDR technology, each press of the shutter button actually takes several shots with different exposures and instantly combines them into a single image with a high dynamic range. This ensures that both light and dark areas are clearly visible in the photograph and that washed out or overly dark areas are minimized. The HDR-ART function uses this HDR technology to create beautifully artistic photographs. It locally controls the contrast and the level of color saturation of the analyzed subject, and achieves the kind of awe-inspiring effects that used to be possible only using dedicated software, all with just one press of the shutter button. The effects of the HDR-ART function can be set at three different processing levels, so now anyone can easily create dramatic, eye-catching HDR images that suit their artistic tastes and are sure to impress.

Users can also get creative with Slide Panorama, which will give them the ability to pan the EX ZR100 across a scene, such as an expansive landscape, to capture 360-degree images. Unique about Casio’s Slide Panorama is the fact that the function can detect moving subjects or peoples’ faces and will not use these subjects for the combined points. This makes it easy to take more natural panoramic images. The EX-ZR100 also makes using the camera fun thanks to its Dynamic Photo function. With Dynamic Photo, users can combine moving characters preloaded to the camera’s memory, with a still image or movie background of their choice.

Optics That Pack a Punch
Casio’s new flagship EXILIM model doesn’t fail to impress thanks to a robust lens that boasts a powerful 12.5x optical zoom and a focal length of 24mm-300mm (35mm film equivalent). Packed within a compact body that measures under an inch thick (0.95-inches), the ultra wide angle and telephoto capabilities of the EX-ZR100’s lens will allow users to fit more into the frame or get in close, no matter how near or far they may be. Furthermore, Casio greatly enhances the 12.5x optical zoom of the EX-ZR100 with its Multi Frame SR Zoom technology, which doubles the camera’s zoom to achieve a zoom that’s equivalent to a 25x optical zoom. Far more advanced than traditional digital zooms found on today’s digital cameras, Multi Frame SR Zoom leverages the high-speed processing power of the EXILIM ENGINE HS to capture and combine several images at once to produce a final photo with no loss of image quality.

The Casio EX-ZR10 is available in black and will ship in January 2011 for $249.99
The Casio EX-ZR100 will be available in black and will ship in March 2011 for $299.99

Casio’s Shapeshifting Tryx Camera Gets Official-er

Devin Coldewey — Wed, 05 Jan 2011 21:28:22 +0000

We saw a peek of Casio’s Tryx (or TRYX if you like the all-caps style) camera yesterday when Casio mistakenly let it go live on their website… oh, and put up 100-foot posters of the thing all over the convention center. But now it’s really for real, and we’ve the specs and everything. Basically it’s a standard full-featured point-and-shoot with a crazy-ass body. That’s all you really need to know, but I guess I could stand to type the details here.

It’s got a nice big 3″ touchscreen LCD at 480×320, which can be rotated around so you can do a self-portrait and frame yourself. A cooler solution than having a second screen on the front (looking at you, Samsung). And of course as you can see in the pictures, it also rotates out the other way, so the rest of the body can be used to prop up the camera or be a miniature tripod. It’ll do 1080p, 720p, or slow-mo at 240FPS at 432×320.

The lens is a 21mm equivalent F/2.8, which sounds nice, although it has no optical zoom to speak of. There’s some talk of a special revolutionary Casio software zoom mode, but we all know how that stuff goes. Anyway, you’re not buying this thing for the zoom. It’s only about a half an inch thick, so this is more your stylish take-everywhere camera.

I’m looking forward to playing with this thing. We’ll have a full review as soon as Casio sends one our way.

Here’s the full press release:

CASIO ANNOUNCES NEW FLAGSHIP CAMERA FOR ITS EXILIM® LINEUP

Revolutionary New EX-ZR100 Takes High-Speed Processing and Shooting to the Next Level

The Casio EX-ZR10 is available in black and will ship in January 2011 for $249.99
The Casio EX-ZR100 will be available in black and will ship in March 2011 for $299.99

Fujifilm Wins CES Award For “Most Cameras Released Simultaneously On A Weary Blogger”

Devin Coldewey — Wed, 05 Jan 2011 17:16:00 +0000

Fujifilm has just released no less than 16 cameras just this moment, and I’m going out of my mind, each accompanied by a thousand-word press release. I’m going to have to punch a pillow here. I haven’t even had breakfast, or coffee, or tied my shoes yet. But this is the life! Forward, into the breach!

All right, this is ridiculous, I’m going to group these by general use and leave the details to the curious reader to find out at Fujifilm’s site, where these cameras are semi-helpfully labeled “new” and listed in some sort of order.

HS20EXR, F500EXR, F550EXR

These feature a new 16-megapixel EXR sensor, which uses a different pixel well layout than most sensors and has a few special modes for capturing pictures in difficult lighting situations. They can shoot high-speed video, lots of burst shots,

The HS20EXR is in the super-zoom category, with a 30x optical zoom that’s probably overkill. It’s got a tilting 3″ screen as well as an EVF. $500.

The F500EXR and F550EXR are more compact items, with the EXR sensor and the usual stuff, but “only” have a 15x zoom. The F550 version has GPS built-in. $330 and $350.

S____ series

Does it start with an S and have four numbers with it? Must be a Fujifilm super-zoom of the non-EXR variety. Personally I don’t find these compelling, and there are way too many models to even consider deciding between. Get a used DSLR instead. Many prices.

Z90

It’s hip, it’s slim, it’s got… a resistive touchscreen?! And a “dual-direction” UI. These things do not bode well for normal use. There are lots of slim and stylish cameras out there, I’d wait until they upgrade this one to capacitive and let their UI go in one direction. $170.

XP20/XP30

The successor to the XP10, which I reviewed a little while back. With luck they improved the feel of the thing. It felt kind of chubby and cheap to me. The new one looks better. $200 and $240. You’re taking it on vacation, spring for the GPS version.

A, J, and T series

These are your basic cameras covering the $100-$200 range. The T-series is the nicest, with 720p and a longer 10x zoom. Really, Fujifilm, did there need to be this many models?

Okay, that’s that. Man oh man. Remember, all the details are at Fujifilm’s site, so head on over there if you’re interested.

New Canon Vixia G10 Has No More Pixels Than Absolutely Necessary

Devin Coldewey — Wed, 05 Jan 2011 16:10:26 +0000

Now, you may know that I’m a big proponent of high definition — that is to say, images that look good at high resolution. Usually you’ve just got the resolution part. Canon has actually been bucking this trend occasionally, for instance with the G11, which lowered its megapixel count in order to improve low light and image quality.

They’re taking a similar approach with the new Vixia camcorders, whose image sensors actually just have 1920×1080 pixels, supposedly allowing for larger pixel wells and better low light performance. I applaud them, though a 1/3″ sensor is still pretty tiny to be packing that many pixels onto. Consider that the sensor on the T2i I reviewed is actually 8 or 9 times larger by area (a rough estimation).

And I do want to point out that although the sensor does 1920×1080 pixels, there are two red flags in this press release. One: they scrupulously avoid using the term “1080p.” This may be a simple licensing thing, but it also may be that they’re doing an interlaced pulldown or something and it’s not technically progressive. Though later on it does say “native 24p.” ~~I haven’t heard back from Canon on this.~~ Canon stresses that it is indeed 1080p. Why not just say it, guys! Two: the release says “Video resolution of 900 horizontal and 800 vertical TV lines, for Full HD video with professional precision.” In what world is 900×800 HD? Is that a typo?

But assuming those two things are just hiccups, the new Vixias look nice. Here are the standout features (the first two are the G10 model only):

Highest per-pixel light sensitivity in any “consumer HD camcorder”
Major improvement of dynamic range (good, good)
Dual SDXC slots
Improved microphone with various recording modes
Tele-macro: essentially letting you zoom in to get a macro shot, though 1.3 feet isn’t particularly macro. It’ll still look nice.
922,000-dot (640×480 pixel) touchscreen LCD

Then you’ve got a couple different models.

HF G10

Ooh, it’s got an 8-blade iris! No pentagonal bokeh, then. It’s got a fixed 10x zoom lens and is in brief the main model, with the HD CMOS Pro sensor described above. It’s also got 32GB of internal storage. Nice! $1500, though. That’s-a spicy meatball.

HF S30

The more traditionally-sensored HD cam. Much the same features, primarily missing the new sensor. If you don’t trust Canon about this image quality thing (I’m on the fence), you can pick one of these up for $1099.

HF M-series

These actually also have the new sensor, and cost about half as much. Why, you ask? Well, it’s got a smaller screen for one thing, but it’s also got what looks like a significantly smaller lens (less light) and has far fewer manual controls and likely generally pared-down insides. No 8-blade iris, here. That said, I think this is probably the model I’d recommend as the best value. $650-$800, depending on the fixins. You can also get a sweet waterproof case.

HF R-series

The smaller form factor and lens combined with the old-style sensor. Nothing really new here, but the price is much lower: $380-$500 depending on whether you want internal storage or not.

Nice looking cameras, these. It must be mentioned, however, that you can pick up a T2i or another video-shooting DSLR of your favorite brand for around the same price as a mid-range one of these new camcorders, and that way you’re getting (if you ask me) a much more versatile device. However, if you’re looking for a dedicated camcorder and the new sensor intrigues you, just go for the M-series. If the sensor provides the benefits they say it does, that one’s a bargain. We’ll have to see it in action first, though.

Contour Adds Bluetooth Monitoring And Controls To Sportcam Line

Devin Coldewey — Wed, 05 Jan 2011 14:00:02 +0000

You might remember a while back when I reviewed the ContourHD camera, a tiny, water-resistant 1080p camera for sticking to your bike frame, helmet, car, whatever. I thought it was pretty great, with the usual caveats for small camcorders, but one major limiting factor was that you couldn’t… well, you couldn’t tell where you were pointing the thing. I mean, it had handy laser guides to keep it level, and it’s reasonably wide-angle, but there was still some estimation in framing. Switching video modes and such was also less than convenient.

No longer: the latest version of the Contour camcorder connects to your phone via Bluetooth, allowing you to see your shot live, replay stuff instantly, change settings, and more. This is good. If you have a ContourGPS, you actually already have the chip in your device, but they’re just now enabling the capability.

It’s going to work with apps for iOS and Android, though they won’t be available immediately (and no iPad… boo). But be patient, you. It’ll be a little while as they work out the kinks. I’m looking forward to it, though — taking the guesswork out of framing and allowing easier on-the-fly changes and editing makes the Contour a mighty handy little doodad, and I’m guessing that once you get used to controlling one this way, it’ll be hard to go back to fiddling with little switches and buttons.

It’s starting to be a pretty heated battle out there; I would have gone with a GoPro over Contour yesterday, but this Bluetooth thing might put me back in the Contour camp. I’ll have to see it in action, though — and we will here at CES. I’ll get screenshots and stuff.

The Samsung SH100 And The Samsung Galaxy S Are Best Friends Forever

Matt Burns — Tue, 04 Jan 2011 16:03:57 +0000

The Samsung SH100 is a point-and-shoot that you can get excited about. Within the rather pedestrian-looking cam are the goods needed to connect the camera to a Samsung Galaxy S phone for remote viewfinder control and geotagging fun. Clever, right?

The data connection also allows for direct photo uploads to Facebook, Picasa, and Photobucket along with local DLNA servers and compatible TVs.

The camera bits are par for the $200 price-point: 1/2.33 sensor at 14.2 MP and a f4.7 lens. But hopefully buyers can look past those lackluster specs and buy up the SH100 in droves because nothing would make us more happy than seeing the P&S form factor evolve into a smartphone companion.

Samsung Busts Out New Full HD HMX-Q10 Camcorder

Kyle Thibaut — Mon, 03 Jan 2011 16:24:12 +0000

If you like Samsung; and you like camcorders, then check out this fella. Samsung kinda admits that their old interface wasn’t too great by simply saying; the HMX-Q10 has an “Easy Operation and Smart Access” UI, hopefully easing the headaches of amateur tech users all over (no need for a users manual here).

It’s basically a really small camcorder with a 10x Schneider Kreuznach lens that can be held in either hand, thanks to a gyro. And not only is it 1080i HD on the video end, but also a 4.9 megapixel digital camera–who needs 12 anyways? Watch it all on the 2.7-inch touch panel LCD, and record it all on an industry standard SD card.

All this and likely more for only $299 in Feb of 2011.

Full Press Release

Samsung Innovation Makes Capturing Video Easier Than Ever with the Practical and Affordable Full HD HMX-Q10 Camcorder

Samsung innovation creates simple and intuitive controls for effortless recording

CES, Las Vegas – January 3, 2011 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, a global leader in digital media and digital convergence technologies, today announced the launch of the latest model in its camcorder portfolio, the HMX-Q10. The HMX-Q10 has been designed to highlight Samsung’s full HD camcorder technology with a BSI CMOS sensor, and makes recording movies easier than ever before, using ground-breaking technology and smart features such as its innovative Switch Grip technology. As a new addition to the Samsung line-up for 2011, the HMX-Q10’s Easy Operation and Smart Access user interface (UI) makes Samsung’s innovations in video capture more accessible than ever, allowing everyone to record excellent quality video.

Samsung has created the HMX-Q10 to be a compact, practical and easy-to-use full HD camcorder that combines the best in Samsung innovation with incredibly simple functions, all available at an affordable price. The HMX-Q10 combines the world’s first Switch Grip with Easy Operation via an LCD screen. The Switch Grip means that no matter how the camcorder is held, the G-magnetic sensor inside the HMX-Q10 recognizes the angle and turns the LCD display so it’s easy to see, and controls recording easily from any angle. Easy Operation means that users can control detailed processes, turn the camcorder on and off and operate the playback function easily through the LCD screen, so controlling the device is intuitive and fuss-free, and viewing footage is as easy as capturing it. The HMX-Q10 also features a prominently placed record button that makes capturing video extremely simple, and straightforward. The slim and durable body also means that the HMX-Q10 is compact and light enough to be taken anywhere, and the product is so versatile it can also double as a 4.9 Megapixel (MP) still photo camera.

The HMX-Q10 sets the tone for the Samsung 2011 camcorder range, and raises the bar for affordable and easy-to-use camcorders built on the latest cutting-edge technology. The camcorder is the product of years of Samsung expertise in digital imaging, and is based on detailed customer insight research, revealing that simplicity and affordability are a key priority for an increasing number of camcorder users.

“The launch of the HMX-Q10 is particularly important for us as it is one of the best demonstrations of Samsung’s continuing innovation, providing high performing features and design in a model that makes the best camcorder experience available to all our customers,” said Mr. Hyunho Chung, Executive Vice President and Head of the Digital Imaging Business, Samsung Electronics. “For example, we have developed the world’s first Switch Grip technology so that the HMX-Q10 adapts to the consumer’s lifestyle and setting – not the other way around. In addition, Easy Operation via the LCD and Smart Access UI takes the confusion out of recording, so that you can instantly record brilliant movies from the very first time you pick up the camcorder without the need for an instruction manual.”

The world’s first Switch Grip (either-handed grip)

As a brand-new addition to the Samsung camcorder portfolio, the HMX-Q10 is built around the needs of the consumer who wants to capture their movies without fuss or complication. Samsung has developed the world’s first Switch Grip technology, which ensures that when filming, the LCD screen adapts to how the camcorder body is being held. Whether you are left- or right-handed, shooting in difficult positions or combining recording film with other activities, you can always maintain perfect control over your video. The body of the HMX-Q10 has also been streamlined and made more compact so it can easily be carried anywhere.

Intuitive Easy Operation for ease of use

The HMX-Q10 includes a brand new Easy Operation and Smart Access UI that makes using the camcorder easier to use than ever before. Featuring an intuitive and clearly visible record button, the HMX-Q10 offers the best and most convenient operating system on the market, as it eliminates the need to have many separate buttons and keys to control the camcorder. Easy Operation via the 2.7” wide LCD screen allows the user to perform a variety of functions, including a pause function allowing you to stop and work out the best angle for your recording experience, the ability to turn the camcorder on and off, and playback mode so users can immediately review their footage. The camcorder’s intuitive Smart Access UI feature grants users the opportunity to operate the camcorder’s advanced functions and manage detailed processes with ease.

The best in high-quality video

The Samsung HMX-Q10 is based on quality components and functions to help consumers capture brilliant, clear videos in astonishing quality, effortlessly and regardless of the situation. The HMX-Q10 captures video in 1920×1080/60i full HD, and includes an OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) Duo system to compensate for hand-shaking better than ever before, creating a stable, clear video every time – even when walking or moving around. The HMX-Q10’s features also include a 5MP BSI CMOS sensor, which records with twice the sensitivity of normal CMOS sensors, dramatically reducing noise and distortion while also enhancing recording quality in low-light conditions, so great quality video can be captured in any situation.

The HMX-Q10 also features an upgraded version of Samsung’s Smart Auto scene recognition technology, which analyzes key elements of the composition of the footage such as brightness, motion, color and subject and then selects the most appropriate settings to produce the best results possible. For the HMX-Q10, Samsung Record Pause technology has also been introduced, allowing the user to take brief pauses in filming before re-starting, so they don’t need to merge files when finished. This allows for easier editing and makes the HMX-Q10 perfect for filming at sports events or parties. In addition to great movie functions, the HMX-Q10 can also capture 4.9MP still photos, giving users the ability to capture brilliant snapshots without the need to carry a camera. With the intuitive LCD touch screen, powered by the new Smart Access UI, users can record and review their videos easily and enjoyably.

Users can also choose to adopt more manual control. With the HMX-Q10’s Easy Manual Mode setting, users can access and calibrate the entire breadth of easy-to-use manual features (White Balance, Exposure Values, Backlighting, Self Timer, and C.Nite) through the intuitive interface. The new Art Film function also means that video can be captured in more creative ways, using special effects such as Time Lapse and Black & White, making video recording fun and easy.

Specifications

	HMX-Q10
Storage media	SDHC/SD Card 1/4.1″(effec.1/5.8″) 5MP (2.07M effective pixels)
Image Stabilization	OIS Duo
Sensor	5MP BSI CMOS sensor
Lens	Schneider-Kreuznach Varioplan-HD F1.8 10x optical zoom lens with OIS 2.75mm ~ 27.5mm focal length
Size	43.7 x 53.3 x 119.4 mm
Additional Features	2.7” touch panel LCD Flip Shooting (Switch Grip Control) Switch/both Handed Grip Face detection Smart Record Pause Ultra Compact and Full HD Recording Built-in USB/PC S/W Auto Focus Face detect (up to 6 persons) Smart Auto HD Time Lapse recording Intelli-Studio 2.0 Tripod screw
Display	2.7” touch LCD 2D S-motion Graphic User Interface
Video Recording	HD resolution: 1920 x 1080 60i 1280 x720 60p SD resolution: 720 x 480 60i
Still Image Capture	4.9MP (2MP)
Device Connectivity	USB interface (including USB charging) Composite interface (output only) HDMI interface
Battery type	BP125A (1250mAh) 110min (1h50m) max.
Recording time (max.)	SD SF: 4h10m F: 5h N: 6h30m HD SF: 17h30m F: 23h10m N: 34h
Price	$299
Availability	Feb. 2011

About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. is a global leader in semiconductor, telecommunication, digital media and digital convergence technologies with 2009 consolidated sales of US$116.8 billion. Employing approximately 174,000 people in 193 offices across 66 countries, the company consists of eight independently operated business units: Visual Display, Mobile Communications, Telecommunication Systems, Digital Appliances, IT Solutions, Digital Imaging, Semiconductor and LCD. Recognized as one of the fastest growing global brands, Samsung Electronics is a leading producer of digital TVs, memory chips, mobile phones and TFT-LCDs. For more information, please visit www.samsung.com.

Casio Leaks Its Own Multi-Angle TRYX Camera

Devin Coldewey — Tue, 04 Jan 2011 00:01:25 +0000

This kind of thing happens during the run-up to CES. Casio will be showing off this neat little camera at their press conference, no doubt, but in the meantime they’ve got it plastered all over the convention center and even had the press pics go live for a few minutes.

We’re still in transit, but Engadget got a few snaps of the leaked camera, which looks to be a sort of relative of the Sony Bloggie in that it can rotate and stand on its own. I like it, and it’s already cooler than the snoozefest that was Casio’s camera offerings last year. Of course, after the year before, when they unveiled the amazing compact high-speed Exilims, anything would have been a disappointment.

I’m hoping this isn’t all they’ve got, though, cool as it is. Bring on more high-speed stuff, guys!