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Third Party Manufacturers / Samsung Galaxy Camera: Smartphone + real Camera

« on: December 20, 2012, 08:48:43 PM »

I was just amazed at the current innovation. This is a real camera/phone that photographers should be happy about. It may not be complete yet (not yet fully a smartphone, can't make voice calls) but it's sure a good start. I just hope they increase the camera sensor size to at least 1/1.7 with the next iteration. As of now, some dslr-like functionality (full manual control on ISO, Aperture, and Shutter speed) are already incorporated in it. It's lens is a 23mm equivalent on a 35mm camera though max aperture is 2.8. I hope they increase it to 1.8.

http://www.dpreview.com/products/samsung/compacts/samsung_galaxycamera4g/specification

Third Party Manufacturers / Nikon Sales Rising

« on: November 05, 2012, 01:59:56 AM »

Apparently, Nikon sales is rising.

http://www.nikon.com/about/ir/ir_library/result/index.htm

Do we have any figures on Canon's sales? I know Nikon market share is still below that of Canon but I hope Canon do something with it not only on the marketing side but also on the technology side.

EOS Bodies - For Stills / 1DS3 or 5D3 or 5D2 or 6D?

« on: October 15, 2012, 02:29:46 AM »

One friend of mine is offering his 1DS3 at around $2K. Shutter count at around 35K. Should I take the bait or get something else or wait for the vaunted 6D? I admit, it is very, very tempting... I haven't used any FF so I need your help experts. Intended use will be mainly for landscapes, macros and portraits. Sports usage will be minimal.

EOS Bodies - For Stills / 5D2 + 17-40mm or 500D + 10-22mm?

« on: October 07, 2012, 10:54:37 PM »

Just recently, I'm thinking of buying a 17-40mm L lens. I intend to upgrade to either 5D2 or 6D after sometime. My question is, is it really better than just having an APS-C + 10-22mm lens? This will be used for landscape photography. I'm also into macro photography but perfectly happy with a 500D + 100mm F2.8 USM lens. Should I just forget going FF and go for APS-C? I'm confused because I really love both macro and landscape photography. I'm planning to complete the set by next year March since summer starts in my place during that month.