Thursday, September 15, 2011

Sony releases NEX-7 camera, 24MP in total

24 megapixels is a lot regardless for any type of consumer-grade camera but Sony decided to put that much capability to its new NEX-7 camera which sports a 24MP APS-C CMOS sensor. The NEX-7 is an upgrade to Sony’s mirrorless NEX-5 and NEX-3 which also has interchangeable lenses. In fact, NEX-7 is a bit bigger as compared with the NEX-5 and NEX-3.

The NEX-7 is marketed to those wanting SLR quality photos but without the big, bulky size of an SLR camera as well as to enthusiasts. In fact, one of its key features includes a 1080p60 video recording capability which allows its users to take full HD video at a whopping 60 frames per seconds (imagine the size of these videos!).

ISO sensitivity can be pushed as far as 16000 and as low as 100 much like any digital camera. In addition to that, it also has an electronic first-curtain shutter which reduces the response time from 0.1s to 0.02s thus reduces shutter lags significantly.

Those already have Sony Alpha lenses need not fret as they can be used with the NEX-7 with the purchase of LA-EA2 mount. This allows them to use any of the lenses that they have with autofocus capability as well.

Wacom Launches Cintiq 24inch Pen Display

Wacom has released the Cintiq 24HD interactive pen display, which is designed especially for designers, illustrators, animators, video editors and other creative pros.It joins the Cintiq 21UX and Cintiq 12WX as part of Wacom's complete lineup of interactive pen displays. The new 24-inch HD (1920 x 1200) widescreen display provides realistic color for color-critical work.

The ergonomically designed counter-weighted stand allows users to adjust the incline and height of the Cintiq for multiple working postures, even allowing the What's more, the frame around the screen is designed to be a resting place for the hands and arms, providing access to the Touch Ring and shortcut and modifier Express Keys located on both sides of the Cintiq. The Cintiq 24HD incorporates Wacom's most realistic pen experience, featuring 2048 levels of pressure sensitivityand 40 degrees of tilt control, says Don Varga, Director of Professional Products for Wacom Technology Services Corp.

The Cintiq 24HD pen features Wacom's proprietary Tip Sensor technology, offering users near-zero (one gram) starting pressure and virtually the same natural feel and feedback one would experience when working with traditional brushes or pens, he adds. The pen's 2048 levels of pressure enable pressure-sensitive effects, such as controlling line weights or opacity.

When combined with pressure-sensitive software applications from such developers as such as Adobe, Autodesk, Corel or Pixologic, the Cintiq is capable of producing life-like artistic results, according to Varga. The pen also features a pressure-sensitive eraser and two side switches that can be customized for common commands such as double-click and right-click.

Wacom's family of accessories provide additional input options to the Cintiq 24HD. The Art Pen supports the pen rotation feature within Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, as well as Corel Painter 12, delivering natural brush effects, such as those that a calligraphy pen would produce. Cintiq 24HD accessories are available for purchase at Wacom's online store.

Wacom delivers in the Cintiq 24HD a host of new features to enhance workflow and user comfort. The new 24-inch HD (1920 x 1200) widescreen display provides realistic color for color-critical work. The ergonomically designed counter-weighted stand allows users to adjust the incline and height of the Cintiq for multiple working postures, even allowing the display to extend over the edge of the desk and float just above a user's lap. Furthermore, the frame around the screen is designed to be a resting place for the hands and arms, providing easy access to the Touch Ring and shortcut and modifier Express Keys? located on both sides of the Cintiq. The Cintiq 24HD incorporates Wacom's most realistic pen experience, featuring 2048 levels of pressure sensitivity and 40 degrees of tilt control.

"The Cintiq 24HD is a wonderful example of what can be done when expert design experience and quality engineering are intelligently combined with user feedback from the professional community," says Don Varga, Director of Professional Products for Wacom Technology Services Corp. "All the right elements have been incorporated into our new flagship to help expand its capabilities and to improve its appeal in such markets as animation, photography and video production where a wide format, color-accurate, high-definition display is a crucial requirement.

Logitech Launches no-strings-attached Wireless Headset and Boombox

Logitech has just added two new products to its range of accessories aimed at tablet users the Wireless Headset and the Wireless Boombox.

The Wireless Headset is compatible with iThings and other Bluetooth-enabled devices. Its laser-tuned drivers (we don't know quite how that works, either) deliver sound to your ears, powered for up to six hours by a rechargeable battery. Meanwhile, you can chat away on calls or Facetime with the included noise-cancelling microphone.

The Boombox is also compatible with iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch and will play stereo audio from up to 10 meters away, again with a six hour play time with its rechargeable battery. A set of eight drivers deliver separate sound frequencies, promising to make sure you get all your music's highs and lows.

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