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Samsung cameras are emanating a good bit of electromagnetic radiation as of late, as the firm’s decided to outfit its latest camcorders and quick-draw snapshot shooters with WiFi connectivity. And though we’ve never heard of the Samsung ST80, it’ll be no exception: FCC filings have just revealed the new point-and-shoot will have “11 channels of allowed operating range from 2412 MHz to 2462 MHz in [the] USA.” That’s what Sammy told the US government in a May 27th disclosure, adding the sad, hacker-inspiring news about Bluetooth that you see immediately above. We don’t have any further details about the camera — save that said WiFi will be 802.11b/g — but judging by Samsung Korea’s existing ST70 and ST60 models, the ST80 will likely be a tad slimmer than its Boingo-infused counterpart.

Samsung’s latest WiFi point-and-shoot hits the FCC, doesn’t do Bluetooth (yet) originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 02 Jun 2010 21:41:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Liked the lop-eared design and low-light sensitivity of Canon’s latest point and shoot, but wanted to be sure you’d get $350 worth of camera for the asking price? You’re in luck: the PowerShot SD4000 IS, aka IXUS 300 HS, has just received its first painstakingly detailed review. Photography Blog found the back-illuminated 10 megapixel CMOS sensor snapped excellent low-noise shots in a variety of tests, though the camera’s highly-touted HS System features — a 240fps movie mode and 8.4fps burst speed — took pictures too low-res to impress. The publication also took issue with the lack of dedicated physical controls, as it apparently took six clicks to delete a single picture, but overall thought the SD4000 a good choice for casual and experienced photographers alike albeit at a somewhat inflated price. If portraits of Ben Franklin are burning a hole in your pocket, however, you’ll find it on sale today at usual suspects B&H, J&R and Adorama Camera.

Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS reviewed: great shots but no cigar originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 27 May 2010 01:56:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Ah, Spring. The season of pollen, grass mowing and enlarged electricity bills. Oh, and impending vacations. In order to get you prepared for that last one, Canon is introducing a new member of its Digital ELPH range today, the PowerShot SD4000 (or IXUS 300HS in other parts of the globe). Boasting a 10 megapixel back-illuminated CMOS sensor, DIGIC 4 image processing engine and a 3.8x optical zoom, this one also features an f/2.0 lens and the company’s own HS System in order to produce more satisfactory results in low light situations. It also touts an 8.4fps burst capture rate, an HD movie mode, HDMI output support, a Super Slow Motion movie mode (240fps) and a 3-inch rear LCD. Those who love riding the cutting edge will also appreciate the SDXC and Eye-Fi support, and if you’re already sold on the $349.99 device, you simply need to choose between red, silver, black or a limited edition white. Commence pondering.

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Canon debuts low-light lovin’ PowerShot SD4000 IS digicam originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 11 May 2010 10:26:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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It’s half retro, half compact, and chock full of adventure. It’s Olympus’ PEN E-PL1, and it’s the first Micro Four Thirds camera from the company to boast an MSRP that you aren’t terrified to tell your friends about. We’ve spent some quality time with one here over the past month or so, and aside from a few minor quirks, we were fairly pleased with the overall package. But let’s be frank — that’s absolutely not why you’re here. You’re here to tell us how you’d change things if given the chance, and how you’d differentiate the E-PL1 from all those wannabes that seem to crop up every other month. Bump the megapixels? Improve the ISO performance? Offer it in neon green? The sky’s the limit, and comments are the place to dream.

How would you change Olympus’ E-PL1? originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 09 Apr 2010 23:21:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Samsung has just visited a bunch of data sheets upon us, and we’ve drawn out a few as yet unknown numerals regarding pricing and availability of the shooters it showed off at PMA this year. The TL500 above, swiveling AMOLED screen and all, will set buyers back $449 this spring when it’ll be joined by its junior sibling, the TL350, which will cost $349. Both shooters offer RAW support and dual image stabilization, though funnily enough the cheaper 350 model offers 1080p video recording whereas the gaudier TL500 makes do with 640 x 480. If you’re after something a bit more durable, the scratch-proof and rubberized SL605 will set you back only $129, while the all-weather AQ100 gets a $199 sticker, with both expected in that same spring release window. Phew, aren’t you glad you know all that now?

Samsung prices TL500, TL350, AQ100 and SL605 shooters originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 09 Mar 2010 10:58:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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