February 2007

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February 2, 2007
 
Light Usage With Intensity and Direction

Blair C Howard writes, "The further away from the subject the source is, the harder the light will become. The sun, for instance is, in fact, an extremely small point of very bright light a long way away and, in its unfiltered form, it casts very harsh shadows. The same goes for a single lamp: one lamp pointed in any direction will cast very hard, harsh shadows. A flashlight, for example, casts a very tight, directional beam of light from a very small source and thus creates very hard shadows."       Full Article

February 4, 2007
 
Panasonic KX-PX2, KX-PX20 Initial Review

Panasonic News Release Excerpt:
These printers make the perfect partner for Lumix digital cameras as unlike other home photo printers they are able to read extra information recorded onto the EXIF data by Lumix digital still cameras, allowing you to benefit from unique features such as soft skin mode, night scene mode and high sensitivity mode. The KX-PX2 and KX-PX20 can reproduce beautifully those images captured by Lumix digital cameras.          Initial Review

February 4, 2007
 
Sony Handycam HDR-HC7E Initial Review

Sony Europe News Release Excerpt:
Combining superb picture quality of HDV 1080i with the convenience and affordability of miniDV tape, the HC5E and HC7E feature latest-generation ClearVid CMOS Sensor technology for High Definition pictures with greater resolution and sensitivity, wider dynamic range and reduced smear. Capture up to 6 Megapixel still images, with image quality further assured by the Carl Zeiss® Vario-Sonnar® T* lens and ‘Super SteadyShot’ optical image stabilisation (HC7E).      Initial Review

February 4, 2007
 
Sony Handycam DCR-SR190E Initial Review

Sony Europe News Release Excerpt:
The SR190E features high resolution (211k pixels) 2.7-inch Wide Clear Photo LCD plus screen for improved contrast and a colour range that’s approximately 1.6 times wider than conventional Hybrid LCD screens. As a result, it’s significantly easier to focus, frame and review shots accurately in high ambient light conditions, especially outdoors. Additional zoom and recording start/stop buttons are positioned on the frame of the LCD screen on all HDD models for convenience.     Initial Review

February 4, 2007
 
Sony Handycam HDR-HC5E Initial Review

Sony Europe News Release Excerpt:
Alongside other new Sony HD Handycam models, the HC5E features x.v.Colour. This Sony-developed technology complies with xvYCC (eXtended Video YCC), the newly-ratified ratified international standard that almost doubles the range of colours that can be accurately reproduced by video devices, covering almost 100 percent of natural colours. Closely matching the natural characteristics of the human eye, x.v.Colour reproduces more vivid, authentic reds, blues and greens beyond the limitations of the conventional sRGB colour space.         Initial Review

February 4, 2007
 
Sony Handycam DCR-SR32E Initial Review

Sony Europe News Release Excerpt:
New-generation InfoLITHIUM™ H Series batteries feature Hybrid Lithium-Ion cells and ActiFORCE™ battery technology for higher capacity and faster recharging plus a more accurate, responsive indication of remaining capacity. Compatible with all latest Handycam models, three new batteries (NP-FH100, NP-FH70 and NP-FH50) offer capacities of 3980mAh, 1800mAh and 900mAh respectively. All can also be used with older camcorders using P Series batteries.           Initial Review

February 4, 2007
 
Sony Handycam DCR-SR290E Initial Review

Sony Europe News Release Excerpt:
High-end models SR290E features latest-generation ClearVid CMOS Sensor technology for superlative imaging quality, with still image capability upgraded to a maximum 6 Megapixel with ‘Super SteadyShot’ Optical Image Stabilisation (SR290E). Shooting in low light is also enhanced for all models with a new Auto Slow Shutter mode that automatically boosts minimum illumination performance up to 1.5lux compared with 5 lux on previous models.         Initial Review

February 4, 2007
 
Sony Handycam DCR-SR72E Initial Review

Sony Europe News Release Excerpt:
Ideal for everyone who’s on the move, the latest Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Handycam range from Sony offers impressively long recording time and longer battery STAMINA – without the hassle of carrying extra tapes. Ultra-compact, lightweight and easy to use, the new HDD range from Sony Handycam records footage on to the camcorder’s Hard Disk which can be easily searched, viewed, or downloaded to a PC.         Initial Review

February 4, 2007
 
Sony Handycam DCR-SR52E Initial Review

Sony Europe News Release Excerpt:
Shooting in low light is also enhanced for all models with a new Auto Slow Shutter mode that automatically boosts minimum illumination performance up to 1.5lux compared with 5 lux on previous models. All models accept Memory Stick DUO removable media for still picture recording and offer Hi-Speed USB 2.0 connectivity with a PC for editing and back-up.          Initial Review

February 5, 2007
 
Sony Handycam HDR-UX7E Initial Review

Sony Europe News Release Excerpt:
Delivering the highest picture quality yet from any Sony AVCHD camcorder, the UX7E feature a Carl Zeiss® Vario-Sonnar® T* lens plus latest-generation ClearVid CMOS Sensor technology to deliver better-looking High Definition pictures with greater sensitivity, wider dynamic range and reduced smear. Shooting in low light is enhanced with a new Auto Slow Shutter function that automatically boosts minimum illumination performance to 2 lux compared with 5 lux on the UX1E.          Initial Review

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