Category: News

Both Nikon 1 V1 and J1 mirrorless cameras features the Motion Snapshot (MSS) feature. This is a brand new feature that introduced by Nikon to allow photographers to capture unique a moment with an emotional impact. What the cameras does is capturing a few seconds of video in slow-motion and combines it with a still… Continue reading What is Motion Snapshot (MSS) in Nikon 1 Cameras?

Today I came across an article on Reuters saying that Nikon is about to release new mirrorless cameras into the market by the end of the year (2011). The “secret” information was released by Nikkei newspaper, saying that Nikon will release new Mirrorless cameras, priced around 70,000-100,000 yen ($900-$1,300). Nikon has quickly posted a reply, claiming… Continue reading New Nikon Mirrorless ILC cameras on their way

BJP technical reviewer Richard Kilpatrick has posted a hands-on review of the Sigma SD1.  In his review he separates between the price of the camera and what it actually offers. In fact, that what every reviewer should do. He should give an un-biased opinion but at the same time share his own experience with the… Continue reading Sigma SD1 Test Shot and First Hands-on Review Spotted

Ricoh acquired HOYA’s Pentax as a business move to expand its reach into the digital SLR market.  According to an article on bjp-online.com,  Ricoh has bought Pentax’ digital imaging division for ¥10b ($124.2m / £77m / €85m). Pentax is owned by Hoya. This comes as a surprise for some people because in 2007 Hoya bought… Continue reading Why Ricoh acquired Pentax? – New Mirrorless Cameras on the Way?

Today 23.6.2011 Pentax introduced the Pentax Q mirrorless camera and five compatible lenses for the new Q-mount. The Pentax Q features a new 12,4-megapixel  1/2.3″  Back-illuminated (BSI) sensor which is 6.16 × 4.62 mm (7.70mm diagonal). It’s a very small sensor compared to the Micro Four Thirds one, which is measured 18 mm × 13.5… Continue reading Pentax Q Mirrorless Camera – Risky or Genius Move?