While the Canon EOS 5D Mark II was (and still is) a coveted camera among photography enthusiasts, it’s starting to lose its luster when compared to newer DSLRs that take HD video in addition to great pictures. Canon plans to remedy that, and extend the life of the 5D considerably, by adding HD video capabilities to their camera. The best part is that Canon can make the EOS 5D Mark II capable of shooting 60 frames per second in high definition without any physical alterations to the camera. All it will take is a little firmware update. Canon originally promised 24fps at 1080p resolution for videos on the EOS 5D Mark II, which it will still get. But in order to increase appeal for a...

RED has received a lot of attention for their high-end digital cameras and recording equipment. All the praise has made their next line of cameras even more anticipated than the first. If you drool over RED cameras, then you’ll be delighted to know that pricing and details on the RED Scarlet 2/3 camera have been released. The bad news is that the price has gone up a bit from the $3,750 for the lens and “brain” kit (the brain in RED cameras is the processing core that forms a foundation to which all the modular accessories are attached) that was initially advertised a year ago. But the camera itself is no less desirable than it was before. The Scarlet camera has a...

Following their announcement of high-end consumer cameras a couple days ago, Casio is trying to wow us with another concept: the world’s slimmest ruggedized camera. Of course, that means it’s not the slimmest point-and-shoot out there, and it’s also not the most rugged camera either. It just has the best combination of the two characteristics so far. The Casio EX-G1 is just 0.78-inches thin and is designed to survive multiple drops from 7 feet or being submerged down to 10 feet underwater (for up to 60 minutes). While the camera doesn’t come anywhere near indestructible, the ruggedized camera should be able to handle just any kind of outdoor activity this side of...

For $5 a year, Google gives photographers an additional 20GB of storage, twice as much as before for a quarter of the old price. This is enough to store 10,000 full resolution pictures taken with a five megapixel camera. The price cut makes Google’s storage service the best deal for online photo storage, also known as cloud storage. The storage may be shared between Gmail and Picasa Web Albums, an online photo sharing site similar to Flickr. Gmail provides 7GB of free storage for messages and Picasa Web Albums gives 1GB of storage for photos and videos. Clearly, the additional storage is designed for photos, which quickly eat up storage, especially for high resolution pictures. When...

Leica is already known for making fancy cameras with big price tags, but Leica is about to take that reputation to the extreme with the M7 Edition Hermes 35mm camera. This camera is a deluxe-edition with a limited run of only 200 cameras. If you want to be one of the few people to own one, you had better be prepared to pay the price, namely $14,000. Fortunately, for that price, Leica is sparing no expense. The M7 Hermes will be delivered to you in a linen-covered, silk-lined box, which will contain the 35mm camera with a chrome finish and orange or etoupe (it’s just light brown) color scheme, a Leica SUMMILUX-M 35 mm f/1.4 ASPH wide-angle lens, a matching lens hood, a LEICAVIT M...

Compact digital cameras are the trend right now. The size of a credit card, and not weighing much more, they come packed with options like video recording and touch-screen displays. They offer the versatility of a standard digital camera and the portability of a cell phone. But as easily as they fit in your pocket, buying the right one for you takes a little work.Finding the compact digital camera to suite all your needs can be tricky, so we’ve done the work for you. Read further to see what really matters and what seems to matter. Essential Features to KnowSize Matters: Camera DimensionsYou’re buying a compact digital camera because you want something small. But be...

Digital cameras come in all shapes and sizes. From compact digital cameras to dSLRs, you can find one to suit just about any and every photography habit. But for us who just want to capture happy memories, standard point and shoot digital cameras are the way to go.Standard point and shoot digital cameras make photography quick and easy, and still stay within your budget. But lists of features can become confusing—and pricey. Read ahead to find out what’s important to look for in a digital camera and what’s not.Essential Features to KnowA Mega Choice: MegapixelsA salesman’s pitch is, “The more megapixels, the better.” True, more megapixels means...

Whether you’re new to professional dSLRs (digital single lens reflex) or upgrading, you’re taking the first step in the right direction by researching the right camera for you. Professional dSLRs can have a steep learning curve and boast a dizzying array of features, from image stabilization to autofocus sensors. But by reading this article, you’re doing your homework. First, be familiar with how and what you shoot. Knowing your shooting habits will help you avoid the tangled web of acronyms, specs and excessive features salesmen insist are must-haves.Read further to see what’s essential in finding your perfect professional dSLR.Essential Features to Have:A Mega...