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The BenQ AC100 is a compact digital camera with a 14-megapixel, 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor, a 2.7-inch 230k pixels LCD display, a wide-angle large-aperture lens and a 4x optical zoom. The camera automatically detects 12 different scenes, so you will always capture the best quality picture. Other specs include a USB 2.0 port, a 720p movie recording, a memory card slot, a Super Macro mode (5cm), up to ISO 3200, Fisheye and HDR. The BenQ AC100 measures 94.1mm x 63.5mm x 30.2mm and weights 117 grams (without battery and memory card). [BenQ]
Here’s the good news for you! You can buy the Carl Zeiss Planar T* 50mm f/1.4 lens from an authorized Carl Zeiss dealer between 1 to 13 December 2011 and you will get a free 58mm T* UV filter! I can say that if you buy this high-speed standard lens, you can save €49 or around US$65 for a free UV filter. The Carl Zeiss 50mm f/1.4 ZE Planar T* lens is known as one of the best SLR lenses in the world. It is currently available in ZE or ZF.2 mount. [PhotographyBLOG]
I can say this is the right time to buy a new Canon lens. B&H Photo has started selling the Canon EF-S 15-85mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM lens for only US$659. The original price was US$759, so you can save $100! We have posted a new about this lens in August 2011. As a reminder, the Canon EF-S 15-85mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM lens comprises of 17 elements (including a UD-glass element) in 12 groups. This standard zoom lens offers a focal length range, which is equivalent to 24-136mm in 35mm format. [Product Page]
If you like super zoom cameras such as the Canon PowerShot SX150 IS, the Samsung WB700, the Olympus SZ-10, or the Panasonic DMC-TZ20/ DMC-TZ18, then you might like the new BenQ GH700. This super zoom camera features a superb 21x optical zoom, which is combined with Sony’s 16-megapixel back-illuminated BSI CMOS image sensor and the Handheld Night Shot Mode, so you can capture high-quality pictures in low light environment.
The BenQ GH700 is able to record 1080p Full HD recording with stereo sound and adopts the HDR III Image Enhancement Technology. Additional features include a 1 Cm Super Macro function and a continuous shooting mode. Available in black or white, the BenQ GH700 will be launched in December 2011. Too bad, there is no info on pricing at this time. Read more…
Do you still remember the Pentax Special Robot Edition K-r DSLR that we posted back in December 2010? This limited edition DSLR camera comes in a bright, multi-colored body and a robotic head that fits into the flash hotshoe. Pentax USA and Walmart will launch the new Pentax K-r in limited edition colors such as pink, purple, blue, green, yellow, navy, metallic brown, gold and silver. My favorite is the silver model. 
Each new color kit will be launched with an 18-55mm lens and several advanced features. Too bad, there is no info on pricing or availability so far. More pictures after the jump. Read more…
Fujifilm has unveiled more details about the upcoming X-S1. The digital camera comes jam packed with a 2/3″-type 12-megapixel EXR CMOS sensor with a 24-624mm equivalent Fujinon zoom lens (a 26x optical zoom lens) and a high speed EXR processor. What’s more, the camera also features a tiltable LCD display, manual exposure controls and RAW image capture. Fujifilm will launch the X-S1 in February 2012 in the UK for £699 or around US$1,087. See more pictures after the jump. Read more…
