Recorded footage from the show floor at PhotoPlus Expo 2011
Recorded footage from the show floor at PhotoPlus Expo 2011 Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
The Olympus booth at PMA was set up as a camera obstacle course in order to demonstrate the unique features of the TOUGH series. The course consisted of a 6' drop test, pressure "Torture" chamber, fish tank full of cold water and ice cubes, and a larger fish take to demonstrate picture taking under water.
The video also includes an overview of the new Olympus PEN E-PL1, the new low-cost compact camera with interchangeable lenses and large Four-Thirds image sensor. In the video, Olympus shows us how large this sensor is in relation to the typical sensor found in other compact cameras.
Shlomo from Marshall Electronics showed us some of the features in their V-LCD70XP series of 7-inch high-definition portable monitors. Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
Jenny from Joby demonstrates the newest Joby Gorillapod products at PMA 2010. A new lightweight magnetic gorillapod with strong magnets in each foot to help support it against anything made of metal. A new iPhone case and Slide on Gorillapod replaces the older suction cup version, giving it a reliable mount - great for time-lapse and low-light photography and video.
Joby also showed off their Gorillpod Focus that supports up to 11lbs of camera gear along with it's new heavy-duty ball head (Ball Head X). The new ball head is made from anodized aluminum with quick release mounting plate and can be mounted using a 3/8" or 1/4" screw.
Frank from Plasticase shows us their hard shell Nanuk Protective Cases. The Nanuk cases offer made from high-impact NK-7 resin and offer PowerClaw latches, which are super strong yet easy to open. These cases are virtually indestructible, lightweight, and watertight. Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
Melissa, from Casio, shows us their recently introduced high-speed compact digital camera, the EX-FC150, while at their booth at the PMA trade show.
The EX-FC150 is a 10.1-megapixel digital camera with 5x optical zoom and 720p HD Video Recording. The camera can capture still images at a speed of up to 40 frames-per-second (fps).
Kimberly interviews Melissa from Casio and learns about the new EXILIM EX-G1 Digital Camera, which is Casio's first waterproof, freezeproof, and shockproof digital camera. Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
Steve from Nikon provides a hands-on demonstration of their newly announced Coolpix S8000 Digital Camera. Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
Steve from Nikon provides a hands-on demonstration of their newly announced Coolpix S4000 Digital Camera. Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
The new Nikon Coolpix 100 is the first Nikon non-DSLR to use a CMOS sensor. This new backlit-sensor allows for improved low-light performance, full 1080p HD video, and new slow-motion modes up to 240fps. The camera also features a huge 26x optical zoom with a great 26mm wide-angle. Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
Cameraslingers were at PMA this year showing off their very comfortable dual camera strap. I have been using the Cameraslinger for over a year now and absolutely love it. Posted by Username: cameratown on YouTube
For those who aren't familiar with the Fat Gecko from Delkin, these are portable camera mounts that have super strength suction cups that allow you to mount your point & shoot, DSLR or camcorder to windows, car hoods, helmets, or virtually any other surface that suction cups will mount too. Unlike the suction cup mounts of the past, these heavy duty mounts actually have large levers that press the air out from the suction cups to create a super strong vacuum hold. The other end features a pivoting head with 1/4-20 thread for connecting to your camera.
Delkin now has the Fat Gecko Mini (single suction cup), Fat Gecko (dual suction cup), Fat Gecko Bike Mount, and the Fat Gecko Gator Mount.
Delkin showed us their new products at their PMA booth this year, two of which won a coveted DIMA award. The Delkin Jellyfish is a waterproof pouch, flotation ball, and integrated can opener (yup, can opener) designed to attach to the growing number of waterproof cameras that are being purchased. What most consumers don't realize is that those waterproof cameras are NOT float proof and will sink, unless of course you attach the Delkin Jellyfish to it.
The other DIMA award winner is the new Fat Gecko Gator Mount which alow you to mount your camera or camcorder virtually anywhere. The third product in this video is the new Delkin line of COMBATflash memory - compactflash cards that are not only blazing fast but also designed to take abuse while continuing to work flawlessly. Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
As day two of PMA 2010 came to a close we met up with Michael Mueller of FEISOL, makes of incredibly lightweight professional carbon fiber tripods - at prices well below other well known brands. Posted by Username: Cameratown on YouTube
We talked to Nexto out at PMA to get the scoop on their new NVS2500, a very high-speed portable backup drive for event cinematographers and broadcasters. Their new NVS2500 is a high-end travel companion like no other. It has a basic LCD screen to actually preview footage, but the big news is that is supports ALL video standars including Sony SxS, Panasonic P2, XDCAM (XDCAM MPEG2 4:2:0), P2CAM (AVC-INTRA, DVCPRO HD, DVCPRO 50, DVCPRO, USB-OTG) and also features an internal free-fall sensor, and extremely fast backup. How fast? The NVS Pro can backup an SxS card at an average speed of 80 MB/s, that's 16GB in just 3.4 minutes. The ND2700 is a consumer priced version that does away with the Preview LCD and pro format support but also very fast transfer rates for typical consumer media (MS, SD, SDHC, CF, CFII, Microdrive, etc.). Posted by Username: Cameratown on YouTube
Kyle from Samsung gives us an overview of Samsung's new HMX-U20, a full 1080p HD video camera with built-in time-lapse function, 3x optical zoom lens, and swivel USB port. As a direct competitor to the Flip HD Ultra, the Samsung stacks up pretty well with higher resolution and a true optical zoom lens. Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
Kyle from the Samung Booth took some time to show us the new Samsung TL500 advanced digital camera which will sport a very fast f/1.8 lens, great for low-light photography, as well as a 24mm wide-angle SCHNEIDER 3x optical zoom lens. Posted by Username: Cameratown on YouTube
At PMA 2010 we got a chance to talk to Samsung about their new high-speed compact digital camera, the TL350. This new compact camera uses a CMOS image sensor to capture 10-megapixel still images at speeds of 10 frames-per-second and Full 1080p HD video at 30fps. The camera also features high-speed video capture that allows up to 1000fps at lower 'web' resolutions.
The camera also features a high-performance 24mm ultra wide angle Schneider KREUZNACH - 5x optical zoom Lens. Posted by Username: Cameratown on YouTube
Panasonic was showing off their new 3MOS camcorders at PMA 2010 with features that bridge the gap between a consumer camcorders and HDSLR's. The two new 3MOS models feature low-noise CMOS sensors making them ideal for low-light applications. The camera's also feature 1080/60p recording for ultra smooth high-definition video, stereo recording with 5.1-channel audio, stereo line-up, and manual controls over exposure, shutter, and focus. Posted by Username: Cameratown on YouTube
PMA 2010: The Samsung NX10 is a compact DSLR-style camera with a 14.6-megapixel APS-C-sized CMOS sensor, VGA resolution electronic viewfinder, 720p HD video recording, and a large, bright 3.0" OLED display. The camera will be available body only or with an 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 kit lens. Samsung will also have available a 50-200mm telephoto zoom lens and a 30mm f/2.0 pancake lens. Posted by Username: Cameratown on YouTube
Matt from Panasonic provides details on their soon-to-ship LUMIX DMC-ZS7 Digitial Camera, while talking to us at PMA 2010. The camera also features integrated GPS functionality as well as HD video recording. Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
During PMA 2010, Cameratown headed over to the Panasonic show booth to get a look at some of their new products. First up is the new Rugged Panasonic LUMIX DMC-TS2 that is waterproof, shockproof, dustproof, and freezeproof. Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
PMA 2010 show floor video. Sony's first ever waterproof, freezeproof, dustproof, and shockproof digital camera with 720p HD video and sweep panorama mode. Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
Sony tells us what makes their new bloggie MHS-PM5 HD camcorder so much fun to use. You'll also get a quick demo of the new 360-degree pop-on lens accessory that allows full 360-degree panorama video. Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
How could we walk past a booth with over 50 heads bobbing up and down without stopping to find out more. Kimberly talks on camera with YouBobble.com founder and learns that these custom designed, hand made & painted bobble heads can be had for just shy of $100. We think they'd make a great birthday, anniversary, graduation, or wedding gift. Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
At PMA this year learned how incredible home photographs can look when printed out on gallery quality canvas. At the Your Photo on Canvas booth they had 2-megapixel images printed as 11x14" canvas prints that looked great. Other gallery wrap examples included 5-megapixel images and of course large fine-art prints that really show off what makes their company stand out in this marketplace - their print qualit Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
Doug from Think Thank Photo gave us an overview of the company's new Hydrophobia camera rain cover. The cover provides access to controls by means of two sleeves and features a clear plastic window in the back to provide visibility to all rear camera controls. The rain cover is also the only one on the market that has its own camera strap with waterproof connection. The strap is designed to support both the camera and lens. Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
At PMA 2010 Think Tank Photo took the wraps off their first ever roller bag designed for photography lighting gear. The new Logistic's Manager is a large, deep case that will hold quite a bit of lighting gear all in one convenience bag. Like other Think Tank Photo cases, the Logistic's Manager has its own built-in locks for protecting your equipment. Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
During PMA 2010 Think Tank Photo launched a new soft-sided shoulder bag called the Retropspective, a camera and lens bag designed for the pro photographer that wants to remain inconspicuous in any situation. The Retrospective line consists of three shoulder bags and two lens changer bags. Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
During PMA 2010 - Lensbaby celebrated it's 6th birthday with party hats and cupcakes piled high with delicious frosting. We talked to Lensbaby creator Craig Strong about the Muse, Composer, and Control Freak on camera - and decided to put the Lensbaby Composer on our main camera to shoot this segment.
If you are not sure which model Lensbaby to get, this video should help you with that decision.
We stopped by the Click Elite booth to get the scoop on their great photography bags for adventure photographers. Click Elite has a wide assortment of backpacks for hikers, bikers, skiers, backpackers, and other outdoor / nature / adventure photographers. Their smart design allows the photographer to focus on getting the shot, rather than accessing his or her gear.
I especially loved their Pro Elite + ClikStand, which combines a comfortable pack with a convenient accessory stand that works like a second hand for lighting and camera set-ups. Hopefully we'll get a chance to review this product as it looks ideal for cinematographers on the move as well as nature photographers.
Moo.com just signed on as a sponsor of Cameratown.com and we also visited them at their booth during PMA 2010 and brought back a video for those who have never heard of Moo.com
Cameratown has worked out a special offer with Moo.com to offer our website visitors a Free 50-Pack of Moo Photo Business Cards.
Just visit cameratown.com/moo and either follow us on Twitter (Cameratown) or enter your email address to get our free "Cameratown Delivered" News & Deals email flyer.
At PMA 2010 Sigma introduces three new digital cameras featuring the large Foveon X3 sensor, which stacks the Red, Green, and Blue pixels in order to achieve 3x the color resolution of other image sensors. Two of the Sigma camera's are compact point & shoot models: Sigma DP2x and Sigma DP1s, whereas the Sigma SD15 is a full-size Digital SLR model. Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
At PMA 2010 Sigma introduced five new Sigma Lenses that include an all new glass technology. Three of the new lenses also include Optical Stabilization (OS), giving Sigma a very strong line up of new lenses for Canon, Nikon and other camera mounts.
Lenses shown in this video include:
Sigma APO 50-500mm F/4.5 - 6.3 DG OS HSM Lens
Sigma APO 70-200mm F/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Lens
Sigma 85mm f/1.4 EX DG HSM Lens
Sigma 17-50mm f/2.8 EX DC OS HSM Lens
Sigma 8-16mm f/4.5 - 5.6 DC HSM Lens
Cameratown talks to Amber McCoy of Westcott about their Photo Basic's Green Screen product. This low-cost package includes a 5' x 7' Green Screen as well as the software photographers need to extract the main subject and place them on other backgrounds. Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
Kimberly Pfeffer interviews the founders of Camtrol and Camtrol.com.
The Camtrol video stabilizing system is a well engineered platform system that allows you to shoot at virtually any angle with your camcorder or DSLR while maintaining proper balance for stability. This allows you to get low and high-angle shots with ease, as well as to instantly re-configure the compact rig to suit virtually any shooting situation. Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
While roaming the PMA 2010 trade show floor looking for interesting new products I stumbled across RileyG StrapWorks. These are definitely the ultimate in camera straps. Their classic and custom designs look more like a guitar strap than they do a camera strap and once you see the craftsmanship that goes into each strap I think you'll be equally impressed. Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
The new FinePix XP10 is a new rugged camera from Fujifilm that is shockproof, waterproof, dustproof, and freezeproof. Fuji provided a brief overview of this new model as we were filming new products out at PMA 2010. Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
Join Kimberly Pfeffer as she takes a look at the new Fujifilm FinePix Z700EXR digital camera while stopping by the Fujifilm booth. Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
We spent two full days filming the hottest new products at PMA 2010 and in this video segment we talked to Fujifilm about their new FinePix HS10 Super Zoom Digital Camera. The FujiFilm FinePix HS10 also won a DIMA award at PMA this year and believe it will become one of Fuji's most popular models of the year.
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Kimberly Pfeffer and Cameratown.com were at PMA 2010 in Anaheim California to cover this event from top to bottom. This is Kimberly's intro clip, which will lead you to over 30 video segments with Kimberly covering all the hottest new products at the show from Olympus, Sony, Fujifilm, Nikon, Sigma, Lowepro, Moo, Lensbaby, Think Tank Photo, and others. Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
Dave Etchells talks to Sally Smith-Clemens from Olympus about the Stylus Tough series of digital cameras, which feature shockproof, waterproof, freeze proof and now crush proof. Posted by Username: ImagingResource on YouTube
Dave Etchells talks about "The Clip" from Lenmar, an innovative way to charge your camera batteries with a USB clip. Posted by Username: ImagingResource on YouTube
Dave Etchells talks to Tom Sobey from Sigma about some new DSLR lenses. Posted by Username: ImagingResource on YouTube
Shawn Barnett talks to Rory Hanson from HP about some of their new consumer inkjet printers. Posted by Username: ImagingResource on YouTube
Rob Frazier describes a few benefits of the new Panasonic TS1, a waterproof, shock resistant digital camera that can remember and focus on only those you choose. Posted by Username: ImagingResource on YouTube
Panasonic presented its camera 'LUMIX TOUGH' at PMA 2009 in Las Vegas. Posted by Username: Avingusa on YouTube
Fujifilm waterpoof digital camera Finepix 233 WP Posted by Username: Avingusa on YouTube
Samsung unveiled its hybrid camera 'NX' Posted by Username: Avingusa on YouTube
Pentax X70 with 24x optical zoom. Posted by Username: Avingusa on YouTube
Sony unveiled its panorama camera 'Cyber-shot DSC-HX1' at PMA 2009 in Las Vegas. Posted by Username: Avingusa on YouTube
Ron Risman of Cameratown talks with Michael Rockwell, founder of M-Rock Camera Bags, about the unique quality and features that are exhibited in each and every M-Rock camera bag. Whether you're a professional photographer or a new user, you'll find that M-Rock bags stand out when it comes to features and usability.
We have been using M-Rock bags in-house here for the past 6 months and have quickly become a big fan of their products. Every bag they make is shipped with two high-quality padded straps and are designed to be worn either as a shoulder bag, sling bag, or as a backpack / tummy bag. Their backpacks are also slingbags and all bags include a rain cover, which can also double as a cover to protect the camera from dust and debri while changing lenses.
This Cameratown video takes a look at the feature highlights of the new Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. These include the new "Sweep" panorama mode and the new twighlight mode. Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
Lindsay Silverman of Nikon provides an overview of the new Nikon Coolpix digital camera models. These new models will be available starting this month (March 2009). Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
Cameratown video from the PMA show floor in Las Vegas, NV. Canon provides a brief overview of each of their new Powershot digital camera models, including the new Powershot D10 - the companies new waterproof / shockproof digital camera. Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
HP demonstrates their newly introduced 8" Wi-Fi Smart Display at PMA 2009. The Wi-Fi 'frame' displays photographs, videos, web content, and more. Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
We take a quick look at the newly announced Samsung HZ15W digital camera at the Samsung booth during PMA 2009. Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
Lowepro introduced new top loading camera bags to PMA 2009. Lowepro's Product Manager demonstrates the new Top Load Pro series in this video. Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
Lowepro's Product Manage demonstrates the companies new Pro Roller X Series. The Pro Roller X professional rolling camera bags are available in 3 sizes with the first 2 sizes designed to fit in an airlines overhead compartment. The largest Pro Roller X bag is designed for carrying and protecting your camera gear around town. Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
Lowepro demonstrates their new D-Wrap case for compact camera's. The D-Wrap connects to the camera's tripod socket and wraps around the camera, secured by velcro. The D-Wrap allows for quick and convenient protection while staying connected while shooting. Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
Samsung was showing a prototype under glass of the newly announced NX Series "Hybrid" camera. The NX Series looks very similar to the Olympus/Panasonic Micro Four Thirds System although it will most likely not use their lens mount. The camera does away with the mirror, which allows the camera body to be smaller than a conventional DSLR. No information was provided other than that it wouldn't ship until late in the year. Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
Cameratown.com video from the show floor at PMA 2009.
Ken Ouderkirk from Trek-Tech demonstrates their MagBag camera support as well as their new Optera 460 Pro flexible camera tripod support system.
Cameratown.com presents PMA 2009 video - live from the show floor.
Fidelity Electronics shows off their $199 VPC Netbook which will start to ship at the end of March 2009. This 2lb netbook features built-in applications for web surfing, writing, and more and includes integrated WiFi, 2GB storage, 2-3hr battery, and will be a great choice for business travel, vacation travel, as well as educational markets.
Cameratown.com presents PMA 2009 Video - Live from the show floor.
Eric Souder of ExpoImaging demonstrates their newly introduced Ray Flash Ringflash Adapter. The Ray Flash adapter slips over your hot-shoe mounted flash and offers all the usual benefits (TTL, iTTL) that your flash offers with just a tiny loss of power (approx. 1 stop).
Eric Souder of Expo Imaging demonstrates the newly launched HONL Professional Photo Speed System - an easy and inexpensive way to take control over your flash lighting. Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
Product demonstration of the Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR Digital Camera. The F200EXR uses the new EXR sensor from Fuji that makes use of a 12-megapixel sensor that can also be used to capture a wider tonal range by exposing the shadows of the scene with 6-megapixels and exposing the brighter portion of the screen using the other 6-megapixels. The camera then combines these images instantly to create an image with a wider dynamic range. Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
Nikon's Lindsay Silverman provides an overview of the companies newly announced Nikon D3x Professional Digital SLR from PMA 2009. Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
Cameratown.com's PMA 2009 show coverage continues with Nikon's Lindsay Silverman providing an overview of the new Nikon Coolpix Series being shown at PMA 2009.
The new models covered in this video include:
Melanie Pearson from Liquid Image shows us the companies two new underwater Video and Scuba series masks. The masks capture both still images and video underwater. The Scuba series records HD video and accepts SD memory cards for increased capacity. Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
Panasonic's Michael Frasier demonstrates the new Panasonic LUMIX DMC-GH1. The GH1 is Panasonic's 2nd Micro Four-Thirds Interchangeable Lens System camera and now features full 1080p HD Video with continuous autofocus while video recording and zooming. Stereo sound and auxiliary microphone input should make the HG1 a very popular camera when it arrives this summer. Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
Panasonic's Michael Frasier demonstrates the new Panasonic LUMIX DMC-ZS3. The LUMIX DMC-ZS3 features a new 12x optical zoom lens along with HD video recording. Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
Delkin Product Manager, Anna Lopez provides an overview of the newly announced Fat Gecko Dual Suction Cup Camera mount. The Fat Gecko allows you to mount your camera to any non-porous surface, making it ideal for mounting a camcorder or camera to the hood of a vehicle, a windshield, or any other creative places you can think of. Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
The new LicenseStream service allows photographers to decide which images they want to sell or license. The new LicenseStream software makes it easy to set up licenses and prices based on usage. No longer are you at the mercy of stock photo sites who determine which images are acceptable and which are not.
Rafael from ImageSpan provides a demonstration of the image upload, invoicing area, as well as the License Tracking portion of their service.
License Tracking is included with all pro accounts and automatically searches the web looking for unauthorized use of your images.
Cameratown presents a video presentation of the new Cammock by Trek-Tech. The Cammock is a universal tripod shelf, designed to work with any tripod. Cammock provides a sturdy shelf to store gear, can be filled with heavy items to provide stabilization and can also be used as a camera rain cover or ground tarp. Posted by Username: Cameratown on Vimeo
Craig Strong, Founder and Inventor of the Lensbaby, demonstrates the newly launched Lensbaby Composer and Lensbaby Muse. Due to a microphone issue we were forced to use the camera's' wide-pickup' internal microphone, which resulted in Craig's voice being drowned out by the crowd on the show floor. You can still hear Craig's voice but you'll really need to focus your ears.
In this video David McDonnell, CEO of Imagenomic provides an overview of the newly released Portraiture 2.0. Portraiture is a plug-in for Aperture and Photoshop that eliminates the tedious manual labor of selective masking and pixel-by- pixel treatments to help you achieve excellence in portrait retouching. It intelligently smooths and removes imperfections while preserving skin texture and other important portrait details such as hair, eyebrows, eyelashes etc.
Portraiture is used quite a bit by wedding photographers and portrait studio's to provide clients with portraits that simply look amazing.
Jessica Claire, one of the founders of SHOOTSAC, provides a quick overview of her companies stylish SHOOTSAC lens bag, specifically designed to carry multiple lenses as well as accessories (cell phone, memory cards, wallet, etc.). Posted by Username: cameratown on Vimeo
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