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DSC QX10 and QX100 - Smart Shot by Sony makes the smartphone a camera

DSC QX10and QX100 are two new "Lens -style Cameras" from Sony. Smart shot from outside the two models are similar to a slim lens; it hides in its interior the same technology as in a full-fledged camera. Connected to the mobile phone to the two smart cameras shot so far unknown possibilities open to take pictures.

In seconds, the two models of Sony conjunction with the smartphone will produce: smartphone with Near Field Communication (NFC) drops the connection to the new particularly lightweight. A touch is enough - and the viewfinder of the camera appears directly on the phone. Comfortable all arbitrary functions should then be adjusted individually - from the automatic program to zoom. Smartphone NFC chooses the short detour via the Wi-Fi Direct connection. After a single password exchange networking should also work smoothly here.

The only prerequisite for the proper interaction with Android phones, the software version 2.3. It works with iOS devices with iOS version 4.3. Before starting the free “Play Memories Mobile " app must be downloaded from the Play Store or from the iTunes store. A flexible clamp on the bottom of the camera is responsible for the physical connection of mobile phone and smart shot. They “hugged “the mobile phone with a width of 54-75 mm and a depth of up to 13 millimeters. Thus, the Smart Shot camera fits on any popular mobile phone. If you like you can also use the two new Sony cameras regardless of the smartphone.

The QX10 is the compact DSC- sister of the Cyber shot DSC- WX200, DSC - QX100 carries all the genes of the DSC RX100II in itself. All hardware features of compact cameras are congruent to 100 percent with their mini - siblings - missing only monitor and flash shoe on the DSC - QX100. The DSC QX10 features a classic 18.2 mega pixel Exmor R CMOS sensor plus G lens with ten times optical zoom. Against unintentional camera shake helps the built-in optical image stabilizer “Steady Shot".

In the DSC QX100 be 1.0 -type Exmore R CMOS sensor with 20.2 mega pixels takes place. He is four times larger than the sensor of a conventional camera. The lens is a Carl Zeiss Vario- Sonar T * 3.6x zoom and an initial aperture of 1.8. In both cameras the built BIONZ image processor gives the photos or HD videos the finishing touches before storing it on the micro SD card and put up on the smartphone. On request, images can be stored both on the integrated card and on the phone with full or reduced resolution. Finally, both cameras have their own battery. It should also allow about 220 photos with a full battery charge.

Both smart shot models will be available from September 2012 in the trade. The DSC - QX10 (in black and white) for 199.00 euro and the DSC QX100 (in black) for 449, 00 Euro.

Speedlight SB-N7 and three new lenses for the Nikon 1 system

Concurrently with the Nikon 1 V2, Nikon leads the new Nikon Speedlight SB-N7. This i-TTL compatible flash unit has a guide number of 18 (m at ISO 100), the flash head can be swiveled up to 120 ° up. In addition, 2013 will offer three new Nikon lenses for the Nikon 1 system.

Included with the Speedlight SB-N7 an attachable wide-angle diffuser is included. The Speedlight SB-N7 is the ideal accessory for Nikon photographers have one, whether they want to control the angle and quality of light, giving her paintings a creative touch or simply provide for additional light in dimly lit situations. The Speedlight SB-N7 is expected to be available end of January 2013 in black and white for 159, - Euro will be in stores.

Three new lenses
The Nikon 1 NIKKOR range will be expanded in 2013 with the introduction of three new lenses. Currently in developments are among other things, a wide angle zoom lens, a compact, high-performance 10-times zoom lens and a bright telephoto portrait. The new lenses are the recently introduced 1 NIKKOR Lens (18.5 mm 1:1.8) supplement.

Leica Elpro-S 180 - Nahvorsatzlinse for the LEICA APO-ELMAR-S 1:3,5 / 180 mm

Leica presents the close-up lens Leica Elpro-S 180 a specially calculated for the LEICA APO-ELMAR-S 1:3,5 / 180 mm conversion lens that reduces the minimum focusing distance of the lens to 1.1 meters. This results in a significantly - about 30 percent - increased magnification of up to 1:4.5.

Unlike most other achromatic front lenses to the Leica Elpro-S 180 specifically for the LEICA APO-ELMAR-S be 1:3,5 / 180 mm, so in lateral chromatic aberration to be avoided and reported no limitation in excellent image quality should be.

The Nahvorsatzlinse is screwed like a filter into the thread of the objective. Autofocus, metering, and the entire handling of applications remain unaffected. The Nahvorsatzlinse Leica Elpro-S 180 is available from October 2012 for a suggested retail price of 1000 euros in selected Leica dealers.

Tilt-Shift Lens walimex pro 24/3, 5 T / S

The walimex pro 24/3, 5 T / S is the first tilt-shift lens in walimex portfolio and will be available for camera models in the Canon, Nikon, Pentax and Sony Alpha. Tilt-shift lens delivering exceptional image formats with selective blur and create optical illusions. Moreover, they offer many variations to make the image composition unusual, for example as miniature optics.

The tilt feature of the lens makes the shift of the focus area in combination with low shutter speed possible. This design option is achieved by the gradual tilting of the lens system. The walimex pro 24/3, 5 T / S can be rotated by ± 12 mm. It has 16 coated lenses, including two aspherical lenses and two ED (extra-low dispersion). Manually focusing and aperture settings.

The shift function of the walimex pro 24/3, 5 T / S shifts the lens system to the image plane by up to ± 8.5 degrees. The rear lens is offset in comparison to a standard lens, which allows the larger image circle of the tilt-shift lens. In this manner, the lens, and thus the subject can be moved parallel to the sensor, the image window is defined individually. Especially in architectural photography Shift Photography is applied.

The apparent convergence of parallel lines and the miniature optical effect by tilt-shift lenses are current, especially in the urban and landscape photography, a trend topic. The walimex pro 24/3, 5 T / S is from winter 2012/13 will be available for camera models in the Canon, Nikon, Pentax and Sony Alpha. A price has not been mentioned.

Sigma 120-300mm F2.8 DG OS HSM - Product Sports Series

The Sigma 120-300mm f2.8 DG OS HSM is from the new product series Sports dust and splash-proof and designed for professional use in harsh shooting conditions. In addition, the feel of the zoom and focus ring improve the overall handling of the lens.

Although current digital cameras deliver better image quality at high ISO settings, to set a large aperture is still the most effective strategy for action shots. Even if, as is often the case with sports and stage events, the picture of a more unfavorable position than have to take, you can be loud at this Sigma zoom lens even at the maximum focal length of 300mm, the aperture open to F2.8 .

The Sigma 120-300mm f2.8 DG OS HSM is equipped with HSM for fast, silent auto-focus, in any time manual focus override. The almost circular aperture diaphragm blades from 9 to ensure a very pleasant bokeh outside the focal plane. As the total length of the lens does not change during zooming when focusing, it is easy to handle. Due to the internal focusing the front element rotates during focusing is what allows the use of circular polarizing filters. A removable tripod collar is included. The minimum focusing distance of the lens is 150-250cm. Sigma has been called to this new lens no date for the launch or a prize.

Info Sigma’s new product line:
C / Contemporary
Our powerful Contemporary product line combines high optical quality with a compact design and is suitable for various applications.
The product line includes:
Standard zoom lenses, telephoto zoom lens, super zoom lenses and more

A / Art
Our kind product line is designed for demanding optical performance and high expressive power and is suitable for the specific artistic expression.
The product line includes:
Bright fixed focal length lens, wide-angle lens, ultra wide-angle lenses, macro lenses, fisheye lenses and more

S / Sports
Our lenses of the sports product line offer superior optical quality and expressiveness, and are therefore ideal for fast action shots, so that photographers get the exact shots they want.

The product line includes:
Telephoto lenses, telephoto zoom lenses, super telephoto lenses, super-zoom telephoto lenses and more

Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG HSM - Art-Product Line

Sigma's fixed focal length of the new kind product line boasts a maximum aperture of f1.4 and will thereby provide an uncompromising optical performance. LD 1 F ("F" Low D ispersion) glass element and 4 S LD (Special Low ispersion D) glass elements are designed to ensure the correction of axial and lateral chromatic aberration. Sigma's Super Multi-Layer Coating to Reduce Ghosting and Streulich and enable high-contrast images even in backlight.

The HSM provides fast and silent auto-focus, in any time manual focus override. The almost circular aperture diaphragm blades from 7 to ensure a very pleasant bokeh outside the focal plane.

The lens is equipped with a massive and precise bayonet brass. The special treatment of the surface to enhance the strength to allow long-term use of high-quality lens. The minimum focusing distance is 30cm and the magnification ratio is 1:5.2 grötmögliche. Sigma has also referred to this new lens no date for the launch or a prize.

Sigma 35mm F1.4 DG HSM

Info Sigmas new product line:

C / Contemporary
Our powerful Contemporary product line combines high optical quality with a compact design and is suitable for various applications.
The product line includes:
Standard zoom lenses, telephoto zoom lens, super zoom lenses and more

A / Art
Our kind product line is designed for demanding optical performance and high expressive power and is suitable for the specific artistic expression.
The product line includes:
Bright fixed focal length lens, wide-angle lens, ultra wide-angle lenses, macro lenses, fisheye lenses and more

S / Sports
Our lenses of the sports product line offer superior optical quality and expressiveness, and are therefore ideal for fast action shots, so that photographers get the exact shots they want.
The product line includes:
Telephoto lenses, telephoto zoom lenses, super telephoto lenses, super-zoom telephoto lenses and more

Sigma 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM - Contemporary product line

With the 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM is a lens in front of Sigma's new Contemporary line of products for everyday shooting situations. The lens offers a focal length range equivalent to that 25.5-105mm on a 35mm camera. That with an initial brightness of F2.8 lens is equipped compact and should be used not only for travel or family snapshots, but also for the more creative photos.

The lens offers a minimum focusing distance of just 22cm throughout the entire zoom range and enables the magnification of 1:2.9. Depending on the progress achieved by the set focal length scale, shown on the lens barrel. The lens includes Sigma's own Optical Stabilizer (OS) function. It provides the effective compensation of up to 4 shutter steps, which significantly increased the possibilities for handheld shots, even in macro shots where even slight camera shake is visible quickly, should cut the stabilizer.

FLD ("F" Low Dispersion) glass, which has the same properties as fluoride glass and SLD (Special Low Dispersion) glass to ensure maximum correction of chromatic aberrations. Three aspherical lenses, including a double-sided aspherical lens to prevent the interaction with latest manufacturing methods all types of aberrations, and correct, including astigmatism. The lens weighs 470g and is equipped with a massive and precise bayonet brass. The special treatment of the surface to enhance the strength to allow long-term use. Sigma has been called as yet neither a date nor a price to market.
Info Sigmas new product line:

C / Contemporary
Our powerful Contemporary product line combines high optical quality with a compact design and is suitable for various applications.
The product line includes:
Standard zoom lenses, telephoto zoom lens, super zoom lenses and more

A / Art
Our kind product line is designed for demanding optical performance and high expressive power and is suitable for the specific artistic expression.
The product line includes:
Bright fixed focal length lens, wide-angle lens, ultra wide-angle lenses, macro lenses, fisheye lenses and more

S / Sports
Our lenses of the sports product line offer superior optical quality and expressiveness, and are therefore ideal for fast action shots, so that photographers get the exact shots they want.

The product line includes:
Telephoto lenses, telephoto zoom lenses, super telephoto lenses, super-zoom telephoto lenses and more

Lightweight, large aperture (F1, 8) telephoto lens with 45mm prime lens for the NX system

Samsung's new 45mm f1.8 telephoto lens (equivalent focal length 69.3mm KB) is characterized by a modest telephoto effect, as it is particularly advantageous for professional portraits. Using large aperture, it is also suitable for shooting in low light or a motive in the light indemnify.

Autofocus can be suspended at any time as required, so that the photographer has a comprehensive scope of the focus. When shooting with large apertures, objects can be exempted from the background. Using the intuitive i-Function, which is part of the Samsung SMART CAMERAS, aperture or shutter can be easily adjusted directly at the telephoto lens - without the subject from the eyes can be.

Despite its metal housing, the 62 x 44.5 mm small lens weighs only 115 grams It will look in the camera bag barely noticeable. According to its operational characteristics is the 45mm F1.8 compatible with iScene modes portrait, backlight, night, sports, kids and "beauty shot". The 45mm F1.8 is the 1st half of 2013 for 299, - Euro come into the trade. A lens hood is included.

Samsung 12-24mm F4-5.6 ED - Compact wide-angle zoom for the NX system

Samsung presented at Photokina a new lens for its NX system. The 12-24mm F4-5.6 ED (KB = 18.5-37mm) lens offers a versatile wide-angle zoom range. The 12-24mm F4-5.6 ED covers the range from 18.5mm super-wide-angle to 37mm wide-angle reportage. Thus it is ideal for use ideal for wide landscapes, such as for narrow streets and spaces.

At just 63.5 mm in diameter 65.5 mm in length and only 208g weight includes the 12-24mm F4-5.6 ED lenses to the most compact in its class. Inner focusing system and stepper motor provide a responsive, precise focusing. Landscapes or holiday idyll in the mountains and the sea, the complex optical design with one ED lens and two aspherical elements to suppress particularly disturbing color fringing and guaranteed according to Samsung consistently excellent image quality across the entire image field. According to its preferred areas of use, the new wide-angle zoom for convenient Samsung i-Scene modes Backlight, Landscape, Sunset, Dawn, is beach & snow and night.

The 12-24mm F4-5.6 ED comes from October 2012 for 599, - € in the trade. A lens hood is included.

Nikkor 18.5 mm 1:1.8 - Powerful prime lens for Nikon 1 system

The Nikkor 18.5 mm 1:1.8 lens supplemented with normal focal length for the CX-format lens range for the Nikon 1 system. The high speed allows the recognition of their subject against a blurred background for portraits and will also allow you to shoot in low light with high quality.

The combination of 18.5 mm focal length and high brightness makes the new 1 NIKKOR ideal for low light shooting as well as for portraits. Here, the fixed focal length of 18.5 mm, 50 mm equivalent in small picture format. The maximum aperture of 1:1.8 to ensure a perfect combination of sharpness and bokeh.

The optics of the 1 NIKKOR lens is loud Nijon consuming and made from high quality glass. You should also provide at maximum aperture for optimal sharpness of the image area. An aspherical lens contributes to a high resolution and contrast. The compact size of the lens is matched to the Nikon 1 camera body. The lens will be available in silver, matte black or white. Can amongst others as an optional accessory the lens case CL-N101 and the bayonet hood HB-N104 available.

The 1 NIKKOR 18.5mm 1:1.8 is expected from November 2012 at a recommended retail price of € 199, - available in stores.

HD Reflect slide duplicator promises of digital photos in HD quality slide

With the HD-Reflect slide duplicator to a slide can be photographed using a digital camera in the desired resolution. The HD-Slide Duplicator is to be suitable for use with a video camera, DSLR or SLR camera. Great knowledge or skills should not require the user.

Simply reflecta HD slide duplicator with the appropriate adapter ring screwed onto the lens, insert the insert and slide and its ready, according to Reflecta. The reflecta HD slide duplicator features an achromatic close up lens and duplicates slides thanks to this Kinse in HD quality. The different adapter rings are suitable for most common lens thread and are included in the following sizes: 37/52/55/58/62 mm. Storage is of course directly on the memory card of digital camera.

The new HD Reflecta Slide Duplicator is now available for a suggested retail price of 99.90 € including VAT dealer. The scope of supply includes not only the reflecta HD slide duplicator a slide holder, various adapter rings and a quick reference guide.

Tokina Reflex 300mm F6.3 Micro Four Thirds

Tokina 300mm mirror brings a telephoto lens for Micro Four Thirds in the trade, which is to impress with its compact dimensions, low weight and high image quality. It offers a maximum aperture of f6.3 with a focal length of 300mm, 600mm, and the relation corresponds to the small screen format.

The new Tokina lens should be suitable due to its excellent reflective properties of the lens design for a wide spectrum of the landscape, reportage and people photography to sports and wildlife shooting ranges. By using an optical design of seven mirror lenses that are arranged in three groups, results in a nearly circular aperture, which is to provide outside the focal plane for a very pleasant blur.

The mirror lens is 66 x 55 millimeters and weighs less than 300 grams with its 300 mm; this lens is currently among the models with the largest focal length for the Micro Four Thirds standard. To construct a conventional lens with such small dimensions and low weight would be simply impossible, according to Tokina. The lens design waived due to an auto focus and an adjustable aperture. As is common with most mirror lenses, telephoto lenses, the focus is adjusted manually so. The minimum focusing distance is 80cm.

The Tokina 300mm F6.3 Reflex Micro Four Thirds cameras to the end of July 2012 for about 400, - € will be available at photo dealers.

Sigma APO MACRO 180mm F2,8 EX DG OS HSM

Sigma has launched the already announced some time ago, MACRO APO 180mm F2, 8 EX DG OS HSM is an optically stabilized 180mm macro lens with an aperture of F2, 8 in the trade, without any other accessories from an imaging scale 1:1 made possible. The lens is now available for Canon cameras. Models with connections for Sigma, Nikon and Sony will follow.

Three FLD ("F" Low Dispersion) glass lenses, the image quality is equated with the fluoride glass, should provide for the exceptional color correction of both the longitudinal and the transverse chromatic aberration. The internal focusing system to floating base moves 2 different groups of lenses in the optical axis at different positions. This system compensates for astigmatism and distortion, which can be achieved, according to Sigma extremely high optical performance from infinity to 1:1 Macro.

The length of the lens does not change during focusing. The use of metal components in the lens body ensures high durability of the device. The lens is the first 180mm telephoto macro in the world with a magnification ratio of 1:1 and a maximum aperture F2, 8 such as optical image stabilization. It aims to enable an effective camera shake compensation of about 4 shutter speed steps. Camera shakes even in the field of macro photography to be compensated, usually where every little blur is visible immediately.

The HSM (Hyper Sonic Motor) drive ensures fast and quiet focusing can be in any manual intervention, without the prior AF are turned off. The lens is equipped with a solid and precise bayonet in brass, with the camera body is equipped. The special surface treatment to enhance the resistance will facilitate the long-term use of high-quality lens. The almost circular aperture of 9 aperture blades provides a very pleasant outside the focal plane. The removable tripod collar that holds the lens is exactly balanced, and allows a quick change of format, and a focus range limiter, which allows the selection of the work area, increases the ease of use.

The lens with the dimensions 95mm x 203.9 mm and weighs 1640g is now available for Canon cameras. The EPP is 2099, - €.

New VDSLR wide angle and DSLR fisheye lenses from walimex pro

With the walimex 35/1, 5 wide angle lens photo-Walser is now in a specially developed lens for videography program. In addition, walimex the 8/3, 5 fisheye for DSLR and the 8/3, 8 Fisheye for VDSLR further developed further a removable hood offers experimental photo-and videographer’s creative freedom. Also new to the lens portfolio is the walimex 8/2, 8 Fisheye for Fuji XPRO.

Trend number one issue in the photokina 2012 is the video films with DSLR cameras. Walimex brings claims to be the first player in this price segment and target a wide-angle lens designed for videography on the German market. The walimex 35/1, 5 should be constructed in high-quality optics and mechanics, manual exposure and focus adjustment of the lens is designed specifically for the demands of ambitious videographers. The iris is adjustable from 1.5 to 22nd for a high contrast and sharpness range, and a balanced color balance, the twelve tempered glass lenses provide in ten groups of lenses. The walimex per 35/1, 5 VDSLR available for wide-angle lens camera models from Canon, Nikon, Sony E-mount, Sony Alpha, Olympus and Samsung NX 4/3-Sensor. The suggested retail price of € 459.99 is walimex.

Walimex 8/3, 5 Fisheye for SLR cameras
the development of the walimex 8/3, 5 Fisheye for SLR cameras, is distinguished by the detachable hood. The panel often prevents unwanted lens flare and stray light effects, the removable version the conscious use of light exposure allows for image composition. Exceptional effects are possible, especially in combination with direct sunlight. The walimex 8/3, 5 for DSLR fisheye is available for models from Canon, Nikon, Sony E-mount, Sony Alpha, Pentax and Olympus 4/3-Sensor. Walimex specifies the MSRP of € 339.99 off.

Videography objective walimex 8/3, 8 Fisheye II
The Video grafie objective walimex 8/3, 8 Fisheye II is characterized by the continuously variable aperture setting from 3,8 to 22. A smooth-focusing, which enables smooth tracking in video recordings, and the integrated ring gear for follow focus units provide good conditions for professional shots. The detachable hood of the second edition provides more design options with direct backlight. For models from Canon, Nikon, Sony E-mount, Sony Alpha, Olympus and Samsung NX 4/3-Sensor is walimex 8/3, 8 Fisheye II VDSLR available. The ERA walimex with € 359.99.

walimex 8/2, 8 Fisheye for Fuji XPRO models
Following the successful introduction of the walimex 8/2, 8 fisheye for Samsung NX and Sony E-mount cameras, it is now also for Fuji XPRO models in black and silver available. The MSRP is € 359.99. Walimex announces the end of August for a further deepening of the lens portfolio for videographers: The manufacturer must affix the walimex per 14/3, 1 and VDSLR walimex 24/1, 5 VDSLR on the market. The new lenses are walimex from 6 August 2012 in the stores.

Sony SAL-55300 - 55 to 300 mm lens for SLR and SLT

Wants with a focal length of 55-300 mm and an aperture from 4.5 to 5.6 presents a lens for Sony SLT and SLR cameras, the compact size and maximum zoom together.

The compact, simple lens can capture postage-sized objects in the distance on the full frame sensor of the camera. The "Smooth Autofocus Motor" (SAM) is to work quietly and accurately. A high-quality ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass lens combines the colors and should not be scattered, especially at medium and ensure long focal length high image quality.

Whether or mid-edge design: The resolution is up in the corners remain the same. Despite the large zooms, so Sony, have only small compromises in image quality are made. Compatible is the telephoto zoom with all A-Alpha Mount SLR and SLT cameras with APS-C sensor from Sony. The SAL-55300 is from September 2012 for 349, - € will be available commercially.

Ultra wide angle zoom lens - Tokina AT-X 116 PRO DX II for Nikon DSLR cameras

Tokina has the AT-X 116 PRO DX II presented an improved ultra-wide angle zoom lens. The 550 g in weight and about 90 mm long lens for Nikon DSLRs has been upgraded with a built-in ultrasonic motor, a new type of lens coatings and optimized optical glasses. The aim is now smaller drive Nikon Bodies such as the D3100, D5100, or the similar models in this category, the lens without auto focus limitations.

The new Tokina AT-X 116 PRO DX II for Nikon DSLR cameras replaced the Japanese lens manufacturer, the Tokina AT-X 116 PRO DX. The new version has a focus motor, which allows an almost silent and very fast and accurate focusing and features a new lens coating. The front lens is coated water and dirt repellent, which can easily remove fingerprints or other contaminants. In addition, this layer extremely hard and scratch resistant and protects the front lens and mechanically before contrast-reducing micro-scratches.

The Tokina AT-X 116 PRO DX II has a focal length range of 11 to 16 mm and is compatible with digital SLR cameras equipped with APS-C or DX sensors. On a Nikon DSLR with a DX sensor, the focal length is equivalent due to the size factor of 1.5 x of a small picture-equivalent focal length of 16.5 to 24 mm. The maximum light intensity is above the entire zoom range for F2, 8, the minimum aperture is F22. The panel itself consists of nine-blade rounded, which were tuned for optimum design background. The optical setup consists of 13 lenses that are arranged in 11 groups. The minimum focusing distance of the Tokina AT-X 116 PRO DX II begins at 30 centimeters, resulting in a maximum magnification of 0.09 x.

Tokina's unique quick-change ("One-touch Focus Clutch") enables automatic and manual focus with fast forward or pushing back the focus ring to the photographer the instantaneous switching between the two methods. This eliminates the need for Nikon camera bodies, the conversion of AF / MF switch. To switch from AF to manual focus only a few millimeters of the focus ring to the camera is to move towards, and to go back to AF, this ring is easy to move forward again.

The Tokina AT-X 116 PRO DX II is available from the end of July 2012 for the Nikon camera store in the port. The price is at about 860, - Euro.