Camera Technology


The changes in camera technology accelerates in a way never seen before in the history of acquisition. New formats, new models, different types of sensors, ways of recording media - image acquisition gets better, more affordable and more accessible as manufacturers up the stakes with new offerings several times a year. MacVideo will focus on getting the most out of existing and new camera technologies as they come to market


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This is NXCAM: Barcelona 2010

This is NXCAM: Barcelona 2010

Testing out the NX5 on the streets of Barcelona - the hybrid AVCHD camera which records to affordable media. Nothing like a real world shoot to see images and get a feel for what this camera is capable of. Sony's first professional AVCHD camcorder, will record 1920 x 1080 images at 24Mbps (50i or 25p), as well as supporting 720/50p and Standard Definition recording. Operational flexibility is further enhanced by support for dual media.

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Camera Technology News

No camera on Apple's iPad after all?

Most recent SDK removes these references to video calling and chatting

Apple's latest iPad software development kit nixes references to video calling and chatting, creating uncertainty about the chances of a camera coming to the iPad.

GADGET REVIEW: Tripod Camera for iPhone

app currently available for £1.19

If you've taken many pictures on the iPhone, you've undoubtedly dealt with the occasional blurry, dark or unlevel photos. MK HQ wants to help you banish unleveled pictures from your iPhone with Tripod Camera, an app currently available for £1.19.



Camera offers cat and dog face detection

FujiFilm's Finepix Z700 recognises animals

If you own a dog or a cat then there's a good chance you've spent hours with a camera trying -- and probably failing -- to get a perfect picture of them. Now, technology is coming to the rescue.

Sony, Panasonic cameras combine small size with SLR features

Sony plans to launch its first camera into the space this year

Panasonic and Sony have shown new cameras that mix compact size with interchangeable lenses.

Sony planning 3D digital camera for consumers

Make your own 3D images and movies

Sony is developing a 3D camera that will give consumers the ability to create their own 3D content, the head of Sony's digital imaging business unit said Thursday.

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