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Sony Develops Next-generation Back-Illuminated CMOS Image Sensor

Sony announced today that it has developed a new next-generation compact back-illuminated CMOS image sensor which embodies the continuous evolution of the camera. This image sensor layers the pixel section containing formations of back[...]
Sony Develops Next-generation Back-Illuminated CMOS Image Sensor

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Samsung takes care of all photographers with MV800 and WB750

In addition to the brand new NX200, Samsung unveiled two other cameras today at IFA 2011, the MV800 and the WB750. Both offering unique functionality, just as not every photographer is the same. The MV800 is an ultra-compact point and [...]
Samsung takes care of all photographers with MV800 and WB750
Samsung takes care of all photographers with MV800 and WB750Samsung takes care of all photographers with MV800 and WB750

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Sony introduces Digital Recording Binoculars with the DEV-5 and DEV-3

Not sure who’s Sony is targeting this product at, but if you are looking for a pair of binoculars capable to shoot 1080p Video as well as take still picture (7.1Mpix), well you are in for a treat with Sony’s latest DEV-5 and DEV-3 Digi[...]
Sony introduces Digital Recording Binoculars with the DEV-5 and DEV-3
Sony introduces Digital Recording Binoculars with the DEV-5 and DEV-3Sony introduces Digital Recording Binoculars with the DEV-5 and DEV-3Sony introduces Digital Recording Binoculars with the DEV-5 and DEV-3Sony introduces Digital Recording Binoculars with the DEV-5 and DEV-3Sony introduces Digital Recording Binoculars with the DEV-5 and DEV-3

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Sanwa introduces a new multipurpose Standing Type Scanner, the 400-CMS011

For those looking for an easy and quick way to scan books, magazines and other publications, Standing Type Scanners are the only (easy) way to go. Today Sanwa announced yet a new Standing Type Scanner for the Japanese market with the 4[...]
Sanwa introduces a new multipurpose Standing Type Scanner, the 400-CMS011
Sanwa introduces a new multipurpose Standing Type Scanner, the 400-CMS011

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Toshiba launches highly sensitive CMOS image sensor with Back-Side illumination

Designed for smartphones and other mobile devices, Toshiba new 8.08Mpix 1/4 “ 1.12 Micrometer CMOS image sensor is the company latest super sensitive censor that will, according to Toshiba, revolutionize the way we shoot photo on mobil[...]
Toshiba launches highly sensitive CMOS image sensor with Back-Side illumination
Toshiba launches highly sensitive CMOS image sensor with Back-Side illumination

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[CP+ 2011] What you might have missed

CP+ 2011 is now over, and even if it was a little bit smaller than last year’s one, there still was pretty nice stuff to be seen. So here is the list of the news related to this event, enjoy it! 1. Sony Advance Model, NXCAM prototype, [...]
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Samsung Develops 12 Megapixel CMOS Imager with 1.12um Back Side Illuminated Pixel Architecture for Premium Feature and Smart Phones

Samsung announced today its new 12Mpix CMOS sensor using advanced 1.12 micron pixel technology. Based on the back side illuminated (BSI) pixel architecture, the 1/3.2-inch sensor offers clear and sharp images in low light environments [...]
Samsung Develops 12 Megapixel CMOS Imager with 1.12um Back Side Illuminated Pixel Architecture for Premium Feature and Smart Phones

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[CP+ 2011] Sony Advance Model, NXCAM prototype, PMW-F3 and other NEX Wonders

Today at CP+ Sony had one of the most interesting booths with many products that were yet been made available to the public and the general press. Nothing really we did not heard about in the past or during CES, but we couldn’t resist [...]
[CP+ 2011] Sony Advance Model, NXCAM prototype, PMW-F3 and other NEX Wonders
[CP+ 2011] Sony Advance Model, NXCAM prototype, PMW-F3 and other NEX Wonders[CP+ 2011] Sony Advance Model, NXCAM prototype, PMW-F3 and other NEX Wonders[CP+ 2011] Sony Advance Model, NXCAM prototype, PMW-F3 and other NEX Wonders[CP+ 2011] Sony Advance Model, NXCAM prototype, PMW-F3 and other NEX Wonders[CP+ 2011] Sony Advance Model, NXCAM prototype, PMW-F3 and other NEX Wonders

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Meizu M9 Website Goes Live

Meizu, the company that, depending on who you ask, is a high profile device manufacturer or a dirty, dirty copycat – Meizu copied the iPhone UI, Meizu announced their UI before Apple, their media player is better than Apple’[...]
Meizu M9 Website Goes Live
Meizu M9 Website Goes LiveMeizu M9 Website Goes LiveMeizu M9 Website Goes LiveMeizu M9 Website Goes LiveMeizu M9 Website Goes Live

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Sony Releases New CMOS Sensor, Announces First Sony CMOS Vidcam the PMW-F3

Sony Corporation has announced its first ever CMOS image sensor in its Exmor series, with a Super 35-equivalent frame size and individual sensors four times the area of CMOS image sensors on on-market TV cameras today. Sony also announ[...]
Sony Releases New CMOS Sensor, Announces First Sony CMOS Vidcam the PMW-F3
Sony Releases New CMOS Sensor, Announces First Sony CMOS Vidcam the PMW-F3Sony Releases New CMOS Sensor, Announces First Sony CMOS Vidcam the PMW-F3

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Canon succeeds in developing world’s largest CMOS image sensor, with ultra-high sensitivity

Canon announced today that it has successfully developed the world’s largest CMOS image sensor, with a chip size measuring 202 x 205 mm. Because its expanded size enables greater light-gathering capability, the sensor is capable [...]
Canon succeeds in developing world’s largest CMOS image sensor, with ultra-high sensitivity
Canon succeeds in developing world’s largest CMOS image sensor, with ultra-high sensitivityCanon succeeds in developing world’s largest CMOS image sensor, with ultra-high sensitivity

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Technical Marvel, Canon new 120Mpix CMOS Sensor

We may not see this “little” baby coming in any of our Canon DSLR anytime soon, but there is hope! Canon latest APS-H CMOS Sensor offer 120Mpix, which is 5x time the resolution of a Canon 1D for example, which also happen to to feature[...]
Technical Marvel, Canon new 120Mpix CMOS Sensor
Technical Marvel, Canon new 120Mpix CMOS Sensor

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Minox and Komamura to soon release their Tiny DCC Leica M3 in Japan

Starting from August 20, Japanese Camera otaku will also be able to get Minox latest Micro shooter wonder with the DCC 5.1, based on the Leica M3 which now comes with a 5.1Mpix CMOS sensor, a 2” LCD monitor, and a SD Card reader. Final[...]
Minox and Komamura to soon release their Tiny DCC Leica M3 in Japan
Minox and Komamura to soon release their Tiny DCC Leica M3 in JapanMinox and Komamura to soon release their Tiny DCC Leica M3 in JapanMinox and Komamura to soon release their Tiny DCC Leica M3 in Japan

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Samsung HMX-M20 now finally shipping in Korea

Already available in Europe (UK) and in the USA, Samsung latest compact (12.5×5.8x4cm) and light (269g) camera capable to shoot 1080/60p video is now available in Korea too. Specifications includes, SDCH Slot, a 8x optical Zoom, H[...]
Samsung HMX-M20 now finally shipping in Korea
Samsung HMX-M20 now finally shipping in KoreaSamsung HMX-M20 now finally shipping in KoreaSamsung HMX-M20 now finally shipping in KoreaSamsung HMX-M20 now finally shipping in KoreaSamsung HMX-M20 now finally shipping in Korea

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[Hands-on] Sony’s APS-C size compact Shooter with the NEX-5

We just came back from Sony’s Press conference which was held in the Japanese manufacturer’s HQ in Shinagawa. A long press conference during which was introduced the all-new ASP-C size compact shooter, the NEX-5 and NEX-3. Since Daimao[...]
[Hands-on] Sony’s APS-C size compact Shooter with the NEX-5
[Hands-on] Sony’s APS-C size compact Shooter with the NEX-5[Hands-on] Sony’s APS-C size compact Shooter with the NEX-5[Hands-on] Sony’s APS-C size compact Shooter with the NEX-5[Hands-on] Sony’s APS-C size compact Shooter with the NEX-5[Hands-on] Sony’s APS-C size compact Shooter with the NEX-5

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Sony introduce its APS-C size compact Shooter with the NEX-5 and NEX-3.

Back in March we had the chance to discover in the flesh Sony APS-C first prototype, and today, while I was playing with Professor Furukawa latest wonder at the Shibaura Institute of Technology, Kei went at Sony press conference to dis[...]
Sony introduce its APS-C size compact Shooter with the NEX-5 and NEX-3.
Sony introduce its APS-C size compact Shooter with the NEX-5 and NEX-3.Sony introduce its APS-C size compact Shooter with the NEX-5 and NEX-3.Sony introduce its APS-C size compact Shooter with the NEX-5 and NEX-3.Sony introduce its APS-C size compact Shooter with the NEX-5 and NEX-3.Sony introduce its APS-C size compact Shooter with the NEX-5 and NEX-3.

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Sony Europe unveils the new Compact Sony Alpha APS HD CMOS prototypes.

Introduced during last PMA as well as a few days ago in Japan at CP+ 2010, the New Sony Alpha compact APS HD CMOS prototypes, is still a mystery, however, Sony Europe published a few days ago a promotional video where we can get a bett[...]
Sony Europe unveils the new Compact Sony Alpha APS HD CMOS prototypes.

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[CP+ 2010] Sony α (Alpha) and Compact Exmor APS HD CMOS prototypes.

Already introduced at PMA 2010, Sony’s latest compact “Four Third like” camera based on Exmor APS HD CMOS technology was displayed as well at CP+ 2010 in Japan. Like its Four Thirds counterparts, this compact Alpha will be capable of s[...]
[CP+ 2010] Sony α (Alpha) and Compact Exmor APS HD CMOS prototypes.
[CP+ 2010] Sony α (Alpha) and Compact Exmor APS HD CMOS prototypes.[CP+ 2010] Sony α (Alpha) and Compact Exmor APS HD CMOS prototypes.[CP+ 2010] Sony α (Alpha) and Compact Exmor APS HD CMOS prototypes.[CP+ 2010] Sony α (Alpha) and Compact Exmor APS HD CMOS prototypes.[CP+ 2010] Sony α (Alpha) and Compact Exmor APS HD CMOS prototypes.

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Green-House Camera key-holder is actually a Tiny fully functional camera!

62x31x45mm and only 28g, this little Camera with its 0.3Mpix 1/9.4” CMOS is capable of shooting pictures in VGA, as well as Videos in QVGA @ 6fps or be used as a Web Camera in VGA mode @ 14.99 fps. Interested? Go and Check GeekStuff4U.[...]
Green-House Camera key-holder is actually a Tiny fully functional camera!
Green-House Camera key-holder is actually a Tiny fully functional camera!Green-House Camera key-holder is actually a Tiny fully functional camera!

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New Ricoh CX3 compact digital camera sports back-illuminated CMOS sensor and HD-movie capable

Sharing the same 10x optical zoom lens and 3-inch 920k dot VGA LCD with its predecessor CX2 , the CX3 comes to the fore with new features such as 1280 × 720p HD movie recording, high & low luminance priority settings for “dyn[...]
New Ricoh CX3 compact digital camera sports back-illuminated CMOS sensor and HD-movie capable
New Ricoh CX3 compact digital camera sports back-illuminated CMOS sensor and HD-movie capable

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Toshiba launches new BSI 14.6Mpix CMOS for mobile devices.

Today Toshiba announced the launch of a new CMOS image sensor that brings 14.6 million pixels to digital still cameras and mobile phones supporting video imaging. The sensor, the latest addition to Toshiba’s “DynastronTM” line-up, is a[...]
Toshiba launches new BSI 14.6Mpix CMOS for mobile devices.
Toshiba launches new BSI 14.6Mpix CMOS for mobile devices.

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Sigma DP1s: a Better DP1? Now Official

Sigma Japan just announced the DP1s, an improved DP1 which features the same QS menu (quick menu) as both the DP2 and SD14. To put it simply, SIGMA is now giving the DP1 a second chance with their “s” version. Many people regret Sigma’[...]
Sigma DP1s:  a Better DP1?  Now Official
Sigma DP1s:  a Better DP1?  Now OfficialSigma DP1s:  a Better DP1?  Now OfficialSigma DP1s:  a Better DP1?  Now Official

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