Fujifilm Finepix S5 Pro: If it ain’t broke, tweak it! That’s what Fuji has done to the well-established Finepix S3 Pro popular with wedding shooters, and other pros, to arrive at the new S5 Pro. Based on the latest version of Fuji’s Super CCD SR sensor technology, it goes one step further by coupling the new Super CCS SR Pro sensor with Fuji’s RP (Real Photo) Processor Pro, developed to capture “more film-like results.” The redesigned sensor uses an optimized low-pass filter engineered to reduce noise and moiré patterns while the RP Processor Pro provides two cycles of noise reduction said to deliver sharp artifact-free images even at ISOs up to 3200. Other S5 Pro features: 12.3MP sensor with dynamic range expanded by a claimed 100%-400%, 2.5-inch LCD with 100% frame coverage and live-view capability, 6 preset ranges for greater control, 5 types of film-simulation modes, RAW+JPEG dual-save mode, 11-point AF, shutter speeds from 30-1/8,000 sec, and the signature feature of all Finepix Pro models
Nikon D40x: Hot on the heels of the wildly successful Nikon D40, a gorgeously compact 6MP broad-spectrum entry-level DSLR, in swoops the D40x with a 10.2MP sensor, faster continuous shooting, and wider ISO range in the same elegant package! It powers up in a mere 0.18 sec, has a burst rate of 3 frames-per-sec for 100 shots, and provides ISO settings of 100-1600 plus HI-1. Other key features: 2.5-inch LCD, auto scene-optimized digital vari-program modes (8 preset) plus aperture- and shutter-priority, redeye correction, D-lighting, image trim, monochrome and filter effects, and a retouch menu that lets you access in-camera editing functions. Estimated selling price of RM1888.
Olympus EVOLT E-410, Olympus ups the megapixel ante with these two new, compact Four Thirds system DSLRs with Live View LCDs for real-time composition and monitoring, Live MOS 10MP image sensors with Shadow Adjustment technology for improved image capture under extreme lighting conditions, Olympus’ Supersonic Wave Filter ultrasonic dust-reduction system, and a TruePic III image processor, said to lower image noise by one full stop at high ISO settings. In addition, the slightly larger E510 has a built-in ergonomic grip and a dual image-stabilization system that uses a combination of mechanical image stabilization to compensate for camera movement and a digital image stabilization system to counteract subject movement. The E-410 comes with a 14-42mm (28-84mm equivalent) f/3.5-5.6 Zuiko lens optimized for the Four Thirds format, measures 5.1x3.6x2.1 inches, weighs 13.4 ounces, and accepts CF and xD cards. It’s also available as two-lens outfit with an additional 40-150 f/4.0-5.6. Estimated selling price of RM2099.
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