Review Canon EOS 700D

Canon EOS 700D is essentially identical to the 650D, making this the least distinct upgrade we've seen in this range of cameras. Elements carried over include the 18MP CMOS sensor, a 9-point cross-type AF sensor, 3-inch, a 1.04m-dot vari-angle LCD screen, and Full HD video mode. Its Hybrid AF system was also brought over from the 650D, and while the simultaneously announced 100D/Rebel SL1's Hybrid AF II covers a wider area than the one here, neither is said to be any faster than the rather slow implementation on the 650D.

The EOS 700D, like the 650D before it and the EOS 100D announced alongside, features a touchscreen. The screen is capacitative rather than resistive, meaning that like the now-ubiquitous smartphone, it's sensitive to contact rather than pressure and capable of interpreting more complex user input. In Live View and Movie modes the screen can be used to specify the point of focus and release the shutter, as we've seen before on several mirrorless cameras. It also supports multi-touch and gestures, meaning that it offers phone-like pinch-to-zoom and image-to-image swiping in playback. The results is a user experience that smartphone users will immediately find familiar.

Canon EOS 700D / Rebel T5i key features

• 18MP APS-C 'Hybrid CMOS' sensor
• Phase-detection AF from imaging sensor for Live View and Video
• Continuous autofocus in movie mode with subject tracking
• New 18-55mm STM kit lens with stepper motor for improved live view/video autofocus
• 14-bit DIGIC 5 processor
• ISO 100-12800 standard, 25600 expanded
• 5 fps continuous shooting
• 9 point AF system, all sensors cross type, central sensor F2.8 (from 60D)
• 63 zone iFCL metering
• 1080p30 video recording, stereo sound with internal or external mics
• 1.04m dot 3:2 touch-sensitive vari-angle ClearView II LCD (capacitative type, multi-touch support)

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Review Canon EOS 100D/Rebel SL1

Review Canon EOS 100D - Last year Canon made its long-anticipated entry into the mirrorless camera market with the EOS M, taking aim at compact-camera upgraders who desire better image quality but don't want the bulk or intimidating controls of a DSLR. Yet the company has long hinted that another path to competing with mirrorless entries from Nikon, Sony, Olympus and Panasonic lay in the miniaturization of its familiar SLR design. With the announcement of the EOS 100D / Rebel SL1.

The EOS 100D introduces version two of Canon's Hybrid CMOS AF system, originally seen in the EOS 650D. While Canon is making no claims about focus speed improvements of its hybrid phase/contrast detect system, the new version covers a significantly greater portion of the live view area (80% of the area). This should make it a significantly more useful option than the version found on the EOS M and 650D.

Canon EOS 100D / Rebel SL1 key specifications

• Small form factor DSLR weighing 400g/14oz.
• 18MP APS-C sensor with 14-bit DIGIC 5 processor
• 'Hybrid CMOS AF II' system with 80% frame coverage
• Continuous autofocus in movie mode with subject tracking
• ISO 100-12800 (expandable to ISO 25600)
• 4 fps continuous shooting
• 1080p30 video recording, monaural microphone (stereo input jack)
• 3-inch fixed capacitive touch-screen (same as EOS M)
• 9 point AF (central sensor is cross-type)
• 'Creative Filters' image-processing controls, previewed live on-screen

Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM lens

Introduced alongside the EOS 100D is the EF-S 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 IS STM lens. This is the standard kit zoom for the 100D and brings the total number of EF-S STM lenses to three, with a 40mm pancake and 18-135mm (both shown below) also on offer. Canon's STM lenses are designed to take full advantage of the Hybrid AF system found in the EOS 650D, 700D and 100D. They offer quiet autofocus, helpful when shooting video, and full time manual focus. The 18-55mm lens has a close focusing distance of 0.25m and a circular seven-bladed aperture. An internal focusing motor means the lens does not extend while turning the focus ring.

The STM focus motor is extremely quiet and, when using the optical viewfinder, impressively fast, offering a noticeable improvement over its predecessor. But switch the camera to live view and, just like the 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM, it slows down significantly. This is a unfortunate - Canon's live view AF system still distinctly lags behind the competition. - Source : DpReview

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Canon PowerShot G15

Canon PowerShot G15 hands-on preview

Canon PowerShot G15

Canon's PowerShot G-series is one of the most iconic lines of digital compact cameras, with the original G1 having debuted right back in September 2000. The original models sported fast lenses, articulated LCDs, optical viewfinders, Raw data recording and lots of external control, and were aimed at tempting enthusiasts who usually shot with 35mm SLRs to dip a toe into the brave new waters of digital photography.

The line took a hiatus when affordable APS-C SLRs started to appear, before being reinvented with the smaller, slimmer G7 in 2006 - now redesigned as a compact camera for SLR-owning enthusiasts. To the dismay of fans, this had a slower lens, fixed screen and didn't record Raw. Since then the same basic design been progressively upgraded, adding back Raw and the swivel screen along the way, right up to the G12 that's been on the market for two years - unusual in this day and age. In the meantime Canon has made the G1 X - a variant on the same basic design with a much-larger sensor.

Now, with the launch of the G15, Canon has added-back one of the original characteristics of the G-series; a fast zoom lens. This covers the same 28-140mm equivalent focal length range as the G12's, but is a stop and a third faster, at F1.8-2.8 rather than F2.8-4.5. This should give the G15 a distinct advantage over its predecessor not only in low light, but also in the ability to blur backgrounds a bit more when shooting portraits. The lens also includes Canon's 'Intelligent IS' optical image stabilization.

But while Canon gives with one hand, it takes away with the other. The G15's rear screen is fixed, rather than articulated, a move that Canon says is designed to make the camera smaller and more pocketable. The G15 is indeed significantly slimmer than its predecessor - by about 15% with the lens retracted - but we can't help but feel that as many potential buyers will be dismayed by the loss of this useful feature as will be delighted by the camera's increased portability. The screen itself is a large, high-resolution 3" 920k dot unit with a tempered glass cover and wide viewing angles.

Canon PowerShot G15 uses a Canon-made 12.1MP 1/1.7"-type CMOS sensor, the same as that found in the co-announced S110 (and similar to the one used on the S100), which offers an ISO range from 80 to 12,800 in concert with the DIGIC 5 processor. As we'd expect, Full HD movie recording is available, at a framerate of 24 fps and with stereo sound from the built-in microphones. The G15 also finally gains a dedicated movie record button, for the first time on a small-sensor G, and the lens can zoom and focus during recording.

One notable improvement is distinctly quicker autofocus - according to Canon 53% faster than the G12, making the G15 the fastest-focusing compact the company has made. The CMOS sensor also enables rapid continuous shooting at 10 frames per seconds, although only in the somewhat-restrictive High Speed burst HQ mode. In other modes the Canon PowerShot G15 will shoot at 2.1 fps. - source dpreview

Canon PowerShot G15 key features

• 12MP 1/1.7" Canon CMOS sensor
• 28-140mm equivalent F1.8-2.8 lens, 4-stop 'Intelligent IS'.
• DIGIC 5 processor
• ISO 80-12800
• Fixed 3" 920k dot PureColor II G screen
• Optical viewfinder
• Raw format recording
• Dual-axis electronic level

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Leica M Monochrom review

 Leica M Monochrom

 Leica M Monochrom

the Leica M Monochrom has no colour filter array, so it can only record black and white images. This means that every one of its 18 million pixels is used to record brightness values, and there is no demosaicing of the red, green and blue signals to create a full colour image.

Traditionally, Leica cameras are favoured by reportage and street photographers, and these users often need to use middle to high sensitivity settings, so the Leica M Monochrom's higher base setting is likely to be good news for them. Those who need to use very fast shutter speeds or shoot with a wide aperture can resort to shooting with an ND filter over the lens.

Consequently, the Leica M Monochrom's native sensitivity range runs from ISO 320 to ISO 10,000, but there's also a low-end extension setting of ISO 160. In comparison, the Leica M9's native sensitivity runs from ISO 160 to ISO 2,500, and there's an expansion setting of ISO 80.

the Leica M Monochrom has a 2.5-inch monitor with 230,000 pixels. This is disappointing enough in a camera that has a retail price that's just a shade under $7,000.

As yet we have only been able to inspect the results from a pre-production sample of the Leica M Monochrom, but they are very impressive. Noise appears to be very limited, and even in the shadows shots taken at ISO 2500 have only a fine grain visible at 100 per cent on the computer screen. Tonal gradations also look natural and smooth.

Because he has found that the Leica M Monochrom records a lot of detail in shadows and noise isn't a major issue, he recommends that images are exposed for the highlights.

He's also a fan of the new Summicron 50mm lens, but warns that it is so sharp that it emphasises the drop-off in focus, which is quick, so it's absolutely essential to get the focus spot-on, especially when shooting wide open.

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Canon EOS-1D X

Canon EOS-1D X

DSLR Camera Canon EOS-1D X - Answering the needs of the professional photographer on board the high-speed camera with a maximum image results, Datascrip some time ago released a preview (preview) DSLR Camera Canon EOS-1D X.

Canon EOS-1D series have long been recognized as a superior product (flagship) from Canon DSLR camera range. Since its first appearance in 2001, the Canon EOS-1D model has undergone a succession 1Ds, 1Ds Mark III, 1D Mark IV, until recently, 1D X.

Canon EOS-1D X is bersensor DSLR camera's fastest full-frame in the world. This product brings 18.1 MP CMOS sensor measuring 35mm full-frame image capture speeds up to 14 frames per second (fps), with dual DIGIC 5 + processors so that the images in high ISO noise was minimal.

Expected, the Canon EOS-1D X will enter the Indonesian market in the first quarter of 2012. There is no official information about the price is set. As an illustration, the Canon EOS-1D X  (body only) in the United States for U.S. $ 6800.

That price is very expensive, but it sepantar the main features and advantages it has, among other things:

• Sensor EOS-1D X has a high signal-to-noise (S / N) privilege with a pixel size of 6.95 μm pitch width.
• Thanks to advanced sensors and a processor, the clarity of the images from the EOS-1D X at ISO 51,200 is comparable to the images at ISO 12,800 on the EOS-1D Mark IV so that the ISO setting EOS-1D X can be increased up to ISO 204,800.
• Function Real-Time Correction of chromatic aberration enables RAW image processing and lens distortion correction (in function RAW processing) directly at the camera,
• Auto Focus system with 61 AF points reticular High Density with 41 points cross-type sensitive to f/4.0 aperture so that users can enjoy optimal speed AF.
• Shutter-release lag is so short, only 36 milliseconds, suitable for keeping pace with a photographer sports or fast action.
• Feature Quad Active Mirror Stopper is equipped with a system of double bounce and balance lock so as to reduce the bounce mirror directly.
• With Dual DIGIC 5 + processor and CMOS sensor in the new system, color distortion and moiré that appear in scenes with fine horizontal lines is reduced drastically. Recording video with high ISO was more free from noise.
• IPB compression method is able to record longer with a smaller file size and optimum quality.
• Unit shutter (shutter) for having durability up to 400,000 times the shots. For the first time, use the electronic shutter curtain for quieter operation when using the live view.
• Robustness mangnesium order unit of alloy materials and wave Ultrasonic Wave Motion Cleaning (UWMC) effectively removes small particles from the sensor interrupt.

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Canon PowerShot G1X EOS

Canon PowerShot G1X EOS

Canon PowerShot G1X EOS - Although appearing summary, the quality of the Canon PowerShot G1X can not be underestimated. Because this camera has adopted the technology used in Canon's EOS DSLR cameras. the PowerShot G1X priced at Rp 6, 75 million. This price is quite high for a class of non-DSLR camera, but relatively commensurate with the specification.

One of the technologies adopted PowerShot G1X DSLR that uses a CMOS sensor measuring 18.7mm x 14mm, approaching the size of the APS-C sensor (22.2mm x 14.8mm) used Canon EOS. Larger sensors capable of producing bokeh effect and a deeper dimension.

The camera is enhanced DIGIC 5, HS system and ISO speed can be increased to 12,800 with a fixed low noise. The result is images remain clear and sharp even if used without a tripod in a dark room though.

For the lens, the PowerShot G1X is equipped UA lens technology that features a wide aperture of f/2.8 and a 4x optical zoom (equivalent to 28-112mm 35mm film equivalent). Optical Image Stabilizer works effectively in accordance with the shooting conditions are detected.

This camera also offers the option to record images in RAW and JPEG formats simultaneously. RAW files with 14-bit color depth produces a richer image data for processing flexibility at a higher photo editing process.

There are still some other security features of the camera such as High Speed ​​Burst HQ, Image Stabilizer, Smart Auto 32 Scenes, Full HD movie recording with HDMI output, and 3-inch LCD monitor resolution 922,000 dot that can be rotated in all directions.

As a complement, Canon provides a number of accessories, including Speedlite external flash mounted on the hotshoe ready, Waterproof Case WP-DC44, and an optional filter adapter FA-DC58C.

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Fujifilm Instax Mini 7S

Fujifilm Instax Mini 7S Instant Film Camera (White) - Easy to load and use. Sharp photos and vivid colors. It has a little uncomfortable design for my hand, but nothing serious. Expensive film, but since this is a secondary camera it is fine. Good and reliable performance. 

Lightweight and compact, the stylish instax mini 7 goes anywhere. Operation is easy -- simply check the LED exposure indicator and press the shutter, a beautiful credit card-size instant color photo is ready in minutes -- sharp and clear! 

I use this product as a way to remember what i do each day, on days i feel its necessary. Its really great and the photos quality is very clear. Easy to use but it is kind of bulky. I also wish they had a black version so it was less flashy.

It's light and it's fun. Credit card size instant photos are so adorable. The color is great when you have enough lights. I kinda thinks the photos came out not that good when it was took in the dark or anywhere that's raining, cloudy.

Technical Specs Fujifilm Instax Mini 7S

Film Format ::
Fujifilm Instant Color Film "instax mini"
Film Size: 54 x 86mm (W x H)
Image Area: 46 x 62mm

Flash Range ::
Automatic flash in low light, automatic adjustment,
0.2 - 6 second recycle time, range of 0.6 - 2.7m

Lens System: ::
Fujinon lens, f=60mm, 1:12.7, 2 components 2 elements

Focus System ::
0.6m to infinity

Shutter Speed ::
Electronic shutter 1/60-sec
Exposure compensation: Manual on/off (LED indicator in exposure meter)

Power Source ::
Four LR6/AA-size 1.5V alkaline batteries; shooting capacity of 20 packs

Dimensions (LxWxH) ::
119.5 x 121.5 x 70.5mm (W x H x D)

Weight ::
320g (without batteries, strap, film)

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Canon EOS Rebel T3i 18 MP Review

Canon EOS Rebel T3i

Canon EOS Rebel T3i 18 MP Review - The Canon  EOS Rebel T3i Digital SLR Camera and EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS type II Lens. This camera and lens will help photographers who are looking for an easy-to-use camera to create their next masterpiece. The next in a long line of phenomenal compact DSLRs, the EOS Rebel T3i continues the Rebel tradition of easy operation, compact design and no-compromise performance. Featuring Canon's newest DIGIC 4 Image Processor and an 18.0 Megapixel CMOS Image Sensor plus cutting-edge technologies like Full HD video recording, Live View shooting, Wireless flash photography and even a Vari-angle 3.0-inch LCD monitor, the EOS Rebel T3i offers the best of EOS photography in a compact package.

The Canon Rebel T3i takes the consumer level dSLR a couple steps closer to the mid-level Canon 60D with the addition of the rotating rear LCD screen, remote flash firing, and in-camera processing features. The already highly competent, older Rebel T2i already shared many important features with the 60D (and even features of the semi-pro 7D) including the 18 MP sensor, 63-zone exposure metering system, high ISO performance, HD movie capabilities, and Digic 4 image processor. With these new upgrades, it might make it even more difficult to choose between them. But there are some important differences. 

The Canon Rebel T3i Features

• Includes EOS Rebel T3i digital SLR camera and EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Type II Lens.
• 3.0-inch Vari-Angle Clear View LCD; Built-in flash; Full HD movie mode at 1920 x 1080 resolution.
• DIGIC 4 Image Processor; Scene Intelligent Auto mode and Picture Style Auto incorporate EOS Scene Detection System.
• Compatible with full line of Canon EF and EF-S lenses.
• USB 2.0 terminal; Video out terminal: NTSC/PAL selectable; SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card slot (card not included).
• 18.0 megapixel CMOS sensor; Eye-level SLR viewfinder.

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Canon EOS Rebel T4i Review

Canon EOS Rebel T4i

Canon EOS Rebel T4i 18.0 MP - Canon updates its Rebel series with a new more video-friendly model, the EOS Rebel T4i. Friendlier, that is, as long as you also spring for the new STM line of lenses designed to work with the updated autofocus (AF) system. Together, the camera and the lenses do promise smoother, more accurate AF performance during video shooting than we see from typical dSLR systems.

The T4i's introduction naturally impacts the price of sibling dSLRs. It's likely the EOS Rebel T3i will slowly become more affordable and the EOS 60D will become an even less compelling purchase. Right now, the only advantages the 60D has over the T4i are better burst performance -- meaning a slightly faster rate plus a deeper buffer -- a better-constructed body, and better battery life.

While I welcome the potential improvements to the aspects of the camera that use the contrast-detection AF, I suspect there will be some confusion among buyers. Notably, only users of the STM lenses will see any benefits, and then only in Live View and movie capture. Those who opt for the sub-$1,000 18-55mm kit will essentially be paying at least an extra $150 for a touch screen.

It's a nice touch screen, though, responsive and with an updated user interface and the usual capabilities like touch focus that streamline Live View shooting. That said, I don't think the camera supports peaking (edge detection), which I think is an essential feature for LCD-based shooting.

The great thing about Canon EOS Rebel T4i is that you aren't forced to use the touch screen... you can navigate via the buttons just like any of the other canon dslrs. But owning a T4i myself I can say that the touch screen is very nicely implemented (responsive) and designed (for better of for worse) so minimize accidentally changing the settings. Whether it lasts in the long-run..we'll see, but like I said, you wouldn't be screwed if it stopped working.

Canon EOS Rebel T4i 18.0 MP  Product Features 

• Style: with 18-135mm EF-S IS STM Lens 18.0 Megapixel CMOS (APS-C) sensor, 14-bit A/D conversion, ISO 100-12800; expandable to 25600 (H) for shooting from bright to dim light and high performance DIGIC 5 Image Processor for exceptional image quality and speed.
• High speed continuous shooting up to 5.0 fps allows you to capture all the action.
• Improved autofocus performance with a 9-point all cross-type AF system (including a high-precision dual-cross f/2.8 center point), and new Hybrid CMOS AF increases autofocus speed when shooting photos and movies in Live View.
• Enhanced EOS Full HD Movie mode with Movie Servo AF for continuous focus tracking of moving subjects, manual exposure control and multiple frame rates (1080: 30p (29.97) / 24p (23.976) / 25p, 720: 60p (59.94) / 50p, 480: 30p (29.97) / 25p).
• New 3.0-inch Vari-angle Touch Screen Clear View LCD monitor II (approximately 1,040,000 dots) with smudge-resistant coating features multi-touch operation and Touch AF for an easy and intuitive experience, flexible positioning, and clear viewing even when outdoors.

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Canon EOS 5D Mark III Review

The Canon EOS 5D Mark III is the successor to the enormously popular EOS 5D Mark II, and builds on the success of this full-frame DSLR, it represented the first 'affordable' full-frame DSLR. Though Canon makes many excellent digital SLR cameras for pros and consumers, none has reached the superstar status of the Canon 5D series. The original 5D's 12.8-megapixel full-frame sensor produced legendary image quality, and the 5D Mark II raised the resolution to 21.1 megapixels and added superb video quality to the mix, creating a sensation in video production. 

The Canon 5D Mark III raises the game in terms of overall camera performance, from frame rate to autofocus, while increasing the resolution only slightly (by just over a million pixels to 22.3-megapixels). Of all the additional features, probably the most important is the new autofocus system, brought over from the 1D X, which in addition to having more points (61) and more cross-type points (41), covers considerably more of the Canon 5D III's image area, while the AF system of the past two models were brought over from the company's APS-C cameras, thus covering much less image area in the viewfinder.

The headline specifications are a new 22.3 Megapixel full-frame sensor with 100-25600 ISO sensitivity (expandable to 102,400 ISO), 1080p video at 24, 25 or 30fps and 720p at 50 or 60fps, a 61-point AF system (with 41 cross-type sensors), 6fps continuous shooting, a viewfinder with 100% coverage, 3.2in screen with 1040k resolution, 63-zone iCFL metering, three, five or seven frame bracketing, a new three-frame HDR mode, microphone and headphone jacks and twin memory card slots, one for Compact Flash, the other for SD; the control layout has also been adjusted and the build slightly improved. So while the resolution and video specs remain similar to its predecessor, the continuous shooting speed, AF system, viewfinder, screen and build are all improved, and again there's the bonus of twin card slots.

Canon's 5D Mark III indeed looks quite improved over the 5D Mark II, despite the slightly smaller pixel pitch. It also shapes up well against Nikon's 24-megapixel D3X, an impressive feat. Even if they were playing a bit of catch-up, it seems we can say they've caught up quite well.

Basic Specifications

• Resolution :  22.30 Megapixels
• Kit Lens : 4.38x zoom 24-105mm (24-105mm eq.)
• Viewfinder : Optical / LCD
• LCD Size : 3.2 inch
• ISO : 50-102400
• Shutter : 30-1/8000
• Max Aperture : 4.0
• Dimensions : 6.0 x 4.6 x 3.0 in. (152 x 116 x 76 mm)
• Weight: 33.5 oz (950 g) includes batteries

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