Pentax Optio W80 Rugged Compact Digicam

Pentax will release its rugged point-and-shoot camera next month. Known as the Optio W80, the camera is waterproof up to 16 feet underwater, works in 14 degree weather, and will survive drops from 3.3 feet. Available in Cardinal Red, Azure Blue and Gunmetal Gray, the Pentax Optio W80 will be released in July for $300 each. Pentax also provides a custom designed clear protective skin for $16.95 along with a comfortable floating wrist strap for $19.95.

Pre-order Your Olympus E-P1 Camera Right Now!

The highly anticipated Olympus E-P1 has finally available for pre-order from numerous retailers. It is one of the must have cameras of 2009. You can get the E-P1 for $750 without a 3x zoom kit or $799 with a 3x zoom kit.

Holga 120-3D Stereo Camera

The Holga 120-3D stereo camera features two lenses and uses 120mm slide film to take two photos to create 3D images. The camera can also create photos with the film, where each print will have the same image twice, side-by-side. Batteries required if you want to use the built-in flash. The Holga 120-3D stereo camera is priced for $120.

FujiFilm FinePix Z300 Point-and-shoot Camera

FujiFilm will release another Point-and-shoot camera in Japan next week in the form of the FinePix Z300. Available in Pink, White Pearl, Purple and Black, this 10-megapixels camera features a 5.7x optical zoom, a 100 to 1600 ISO speed, a 31MB of internal memory, and a 3-inch touch LCD display. The digicam also supports both SD and SDHC cards. Unfortunately, there is no info on pricing at this time.

Pentax K20D Titanium Limited Edition

Pentax has released the Pentax K20D Titanium Limited Edition that features a 2.8-inch LCD screen, image stabilization and dust proofing. The original version of the Pentax K20D is available for $700, meanwhile the limited edition Titanium version costs a whopping $1199. The 14.6MP DSLR will be available in Japan at the end of April 2009. Only 1000 units will be available for purchase.

Latest DSLR Camera From Olympus

If you are unsatisfied with your 18X or 20X ultra zoom digicams, then check out the latest DSLR camera from Olympus that offers 26X optical zoom lens. The Olympus SP-590 Ultra Zoom features the image processor TruePic III, dual image stabilization, face detection and a 2.7-inch LCD screen HyperCrystal II. The camera also features ISO 1600, 640 × 480 and video recording with a MicroSD and xD-Picture cards support. The Olympus SP-590 UZ will be released in March for around $449.99.

Tamron Ultra Wide-angle Zoom Lens for DSLR Cameras

Tamron just launched its ultra wide-angle zoom lens “SP AF10-24mm F/3.5-4.5 Di II LD Aspherical IF” for digital SLR cameras in South Korea. The ultra wide-angle zoom lens is a perfect tool for creating dramatic landscape, cityscape, and seascape imagery. Using this zoom lens, you will be able to capture picture beyond what the eye can see at the ultra wide-angle setting. At the semi-wide-angle setting, you will also able to capture scenes with angles of view almost as spectacular.

Sony Alpha DSLRA350K 14.2MP Digital SLR Camera

Product Description
The DSLR-A350 is about extending yourself to the next level toward digital photography. The camera is still very automatic and easy to use but as a DSLR opens new vistas where your creativity can find itself and move to new limits. With incredible 14.2 megapixel sensor, Sony's a (alpha) DSLR-A350 raises image quality beyond most cameras. This model pushes the envelope, setting a new standard of excellence for step-up digital photographers shooting both family memories and fine-art photos. Live Preview in a large 2.7" LCD screen links you and your subject-and you'll have special features like super-quick AF response, continuous shooting at 2 fps while you see your subject in the viewfinder, Creative Style modes for quick recall of custom settings, and in-camera Super SteadyShot(R) image stabilization that reduces blur for every Sony, Carl Zeiss and legacy Minolta a-mount lens. Step up to the DSLR-A350. Dynamic Range Optimizer at two levels - Normal DRO, to improve detail using standard gamma curves for fast shot-to-shot response time, or Advanced DRO, to adjust dynamic range area-by-area for the greatest precision Uses both static-free anti-dust coating on the CCD filter and anti-dust vibration that automatically shakes the CCD to dislodge dust each time the camera is shut off Popup Flash modes Eye-Start Autofocus System Multiple scene modes High-resolution thumbnail images for viewing on Sony's BRAVIA HDTV in optimized PhotoTV HD mode, with image format adjustable for standard 3 - 2 or widescreen 16 - 9 display Auto and manual exposure modes Accepts CompactFlash Type I/II media and optional Memory Stick(R) PRO Duo media Unit Dimensions (Approx.) - (WHD) 5 1/4 x 4 x 3; 1 lb 4.5oz Includes NP-FM500H rechargeable battery; BC-VM10 battery charger; Video and USB cables; Shoulder strap with eyepiece cap and Remote Commander(R) clip; Body cap; Software/USB Driver CD-ROM // NOTE - No Memory media included.

Product Features and Technical Details
Product Features
• Incredible 14.2 MP for ultra-high-resolution detail
• Kit include DT 18-70mm f3.5-5.6 Standard Zoom Lens
• High sensitivity (ISO 3200) with noise reduction
• Tiltable 2.7¿ LCD screen for high/low angle shots
• Super SteadyShot in-camera image stabilization

Technical Details
• Brand Name: Sony
• Model: B00138MVGE
• Optical Sensor Resolution: 14.2 MP
• Optical Sensor Technology: Super HAD CCD
• Optical zoom: 3.9 x
• Maximum_Aperture_Range: F/3.5-5.6
• Minimum focal length: 18 millimeters
• Maximum focal length: 70 millimeters
• Lens Type: Zoom lens
• Optical_Sensor_Size: 15.7 x 23.5mm
• Included Flash Type: Pop-up flash
• Display Size: 2.7 inches
• Light sensitivity: ISO 100, ISO 800, ISO 400, ISO 200, ISO auto, ISO 1600, ISO 3200
• Image types: JPEG, RAW
• Shooting Modes: Programmed auto (P) with flexible program, Shutter-priority auto (S), Aperture priority auto (A), Manual (M), Auto and 7 scene selection modes
• Exposure Control Type: Landscape, Portrait mode, Macro, Night portrait, Sports mode, Sunset
• Viewfinder Type: Optical
• Width: 5.2 inches
• Depth: 3 inches
• Height: 3.9 inches
• Weight: 1.3 pounds