Not sure what camera to buy? Read about your new, upcoming Canon choices!

Just thought I'd share a link to a recent article regarding the NEW Canon Point and Shoot Cameras coming this spring. I hope it will help those looking to buy a new "pocket camera" Personally, I'm looking at Powershop D10 (Waterproof & Freezeproof) it will be great for being out on the lake this summer and then next season when I get back out on the mountains to snowboard! Both situations don't warrant me lugging my "big" camera. Enjoy!

Canon's First HD Video—Capable Point and Shoots
02.17.09
Canon goes all out by refreshing its camera line, including its first waterproof model and point-and-shoot cameras with HD video capabilities.

By PJ Jacobowitz

Canon on Tuesday updated its point-and-shoot PowerShot line by announcing ten new cameras. A few of the new models will be able to record high-definition video at 720p and 1080p, both a first for Canon in the United States. Another area Canon will dive into is the waterproof camera market. Though the company makes waterproof housing accessories for its cameras, Canon will be introducing its first waterproof camera (up to 13 feet) in early May.

Canon originally announced its first HD video–capable camera, the PowerShot SX1 IS, in September of 2008, but only sold it in Europe. Beginning in April, consumers can purchase the SX1 in the U.S., and it lists for $599.99. This 10-megapixel superzoom camera will offer a 20x optical zoom, use a wide-angle 28mm lens, and be capable of recording 1080p video at 30 frames per second (fps). The camera will also use a CMOS sensor as opposed to a CCD sensor. (CMOS sensors are usually found in high-end SLR cameras that produce much better images through lower amounts of noise and larger dynamic range.)

Canon also announced a less-expensive superzoom, priced at $349.99. The PowerShot SX200 IS is similarly shaped to the PowerShot G10, but according to Canon, will be thinner. The 12-megapixel SX200 IS will offer a 12x optical zoom, HD video capture of 720p at 30 fps, and a 3-inch LCD screen.

The PowerShot Elph line, described as having "performance and style," will receive four new additions. The most feature-packed camera will be the 12-megapixel SD970 IS, which will record HD video (720p at 30 fps), offer an HDMI-out, a 5x optical zoom, a sharper 3-inch LCD containing 460k pixels (up from previous generations' 230k pixels), and will list for $379.99 in mid-April.

For $50 less ($329.99) Canon will offer the SD960 IS in early March. It records 720p video at 30 fps, offers 12-megapixel captures, a 4x optical zoom, and a 2.8-inch LCD with 230k pixels—but the screen will have a 16:9 aspect ratio as opposed to other Elph screens with 4:3 aspect ratios.

The SD780 ($279.99), which also does 720p video at 30fps, boasts 10-megapixel captures, a 4x optical zoom, and a 2.5-inch LCD screen.

The least-expensive Elph, the SD1200, will list for $229.99 in mid-March and will only offer standard-fefinition video recording. It will feature 10-megapixel captures, a 3x optical zoom, and don a 2.5-inch LCD screen. The SD1200 will be offered in shades of blue, green, grey, orange, pink, and silver, which match the color offerings of Canon's newly announced photo printer, the Selphy CP780.

Also announced is the PowerShot D10, Canon's first waterproof camera. Waterproof up to 33 feet, it will be freezeproof up to 14 degrees Fahrenheit and shockproof up to 4-foot drops as well. The D10 will come with a removable faceplate, with different-colored faceplates offered. Other accessories will include straps and specialized straps for mountain climbing. The camera features 12-megapixel captures, a 3x optical zoom, optical image stabilization, and will list for $329.99 in early May.

The three least-expensive cameras announced were updates to Canon's A-Series camera line, which are powered by AA batteries. Two of these cameras, the A2100 ($249.95) and the A1100 ($199), will offer optical image stabilization. The A2100 has a 3-inch LCD, a 6x optical zoom, performs 12-megapixel captures, and will be available in early April. The 12-megapixel A1100, on the other hand, sports a smaller, 2-inch LCD and a 4x optical zoom. Look for it this March.

The last updated A-Series camera, the 10-megapixel A480 ($129.99, March), will offer a 2.5-inch LCD screen.

Check back at PCMag.com for the full reviews.

Italian Friends and their food...

My favorite type food hands down, is Italian. Over this past weekend I was lucky enough to have a friend cook his italian specialties and share them with me so I wanted to share with you... By the way, I rarely cook meals from scratch so I helped make the ravioli by hand. This new experience made me realize I should never take the frozen bags for granted (a lot of work goes in to making those little bites of heaven!)

One night our friend Laura came over for a visit so I had the chance catch her cute expressions while we waited for dinner to be ready.

I used the Canon 20mm 1.8(see... now I'm hooked on that lens!) and no flash. Lightroom for editing.

20mm for 20 Days - Mission Complete!

So I've done it! I didn't change my lens for over three weeks and I'm completely satisfied with the results. In fact, I WILL upgrade to a faster wide angle lens and continue to experiment with it.

The weather in Charlotte has been amazing and as I begin to focus on my work in this new city, I look forward to exploring locations to photograph new clients. My next goal is to "Show and Share Charlotte" a peek at what I've found in my new city!

Above are a few of my recent favorites...

20mm for 20 Days - Day #17...

Yes it's been over two weeks since I last Blogged and knowing that, I must admit it may be a while before I get in a routine of blogging and posting photos. I've been trying to settle in to my new home and city however, like with many things in life, unexpected obstacles sometimes appear and they have to be dealt with immmediately, this is what I'm faced with right now. So, without boring readers/viewers with my life complications, I'll just give an update in my world of photography...

This week the WPPI conference is being held in Las Vegas, I should be there, but I didn't plan in advance and now I feel like I've missed my review before a final exam. On the bright side, I did learn that the women from "Love Affair" are hosting another conference this summer so I will make up for my absence at WPPI with a week of a "Love Affair". Okay, I just had to get that off my mind!

Finally, the 20mm for 20 Days Experience: I've truly enjoyed using only this lens and "forcing" myself use it and learn what I like about it. Over the past few weeks, between packing, unpacking, traveling, etc., I've had the opportunity to meet new people, hang out and say goodbye (for now)to close friends and spend time with family. All of these occasions have given me the chance to experiment and play around. So here is some of what I've captured, enjoy!

20mm for 20 Days - Day #5

The moving process is ALWAYS a huge hassle and this time it has been the worse move I've ever experienced. The movers packed my computer and some electronics I need (and that's just a small tip of "accidents" I've encountered with this first half of the move). I can't wait to see what happens on the other end... I'll share the entire story when I get my computer back!

For now, I'm still using the 20mm and getting some fun shots (sorry I can't share them yet). I thought for a few minutes my camera had been packed in the truck and I had a "mini stroke" then quickly found I had hidden it in the food pantry, away from boxes.

The good news is, I've have great friends helping me in various ways and I will never be able to repay them for their generousity! I'm a lucky girl...

20mm for 20 Days - Day #1

Over the past several weeks I've been reading and talking to my photographer friends about several different aspects of photography and the business. However, the most eye opening topic has been on the use of wide angles lenses. I usually only pull out my 20mm when I'm trying to fit a bridal party in a small space or for group shots. But in a weird sequence of events only days apart, two separate photographer friends of mine; Carmen Nauseef and Stevan Talevski from different parts of the country shared with me their love and comfort in shooting "wide" and I was surprised. Then, I saw the images they captured and I realized, I'm missing out on something so simple and fun! Why haven't I used that lens more? I could give several reasons why I think I haven't used it but honestly, I just simply DIDN'T...

In light of this, I've decided to challenge myself. I'm going to use my 20mm 1.8 lens exclusively for the next 20 days to see what I come up with. If I like the results, I'll upgrade to a wide 1.2. Unfortunately, I don't have any crazy or fun shoots coming up so I'll have to share photos from my upcoming move to Charlotte. So, if several days go by before you see a post, you'll know it's because of the packing and unpacking and overall transition I'm going thru. You may also notice, colors in the images below may vary (I've been trying new effects in the editing process). I also noticed I have to chill out on "tilting" and I don't ALWAYS need to get headshots. What's my deal with headshots recently???

Today was the THIRD snow day in a row here in Springboro, Ohio so lots of kids were outside sledding, throwing snow balls and building snow families. Here are a few images I captured today between packing and shoveling snow.

Just thought I'd share...

I had dinner tonight with a close friend and it was the first time I'd gotten "choked up" about the upcoming move. I have been so excited to leave Dayton that I've skimmed over the fact that I've got a great network of amazing friends here. I'm truly going to miss a lot of people however, I know I'll be back to visit (andf hopefully photograph some weddings!)


The link to the video below is amazing, I just saw it on David Jay's Blog. Apparently it aired on The View this past summer, it's a great short story - Enjoy!

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