No, we’re not sure if this is for scientists turned photographers, but we’re pretty sure that this is not for ordinary camera handlers. The new Nikon Fabre Photo EX DSLR-based Stereoscopic Microscope can surely bring out either your fear of science or fear of microbes.

This new camera with up to 66 times from a 1.5 crop factor image sensor is certainly for hardcore users.

This is the not the first Fabre Photo camera, but Nikon decided to beef up the already sturdy chassis of the camera. Nikon applied new coating on optics department to enhance image quality at the same time improving the rigidity and general look of the camera.

The unit uses AA batteries that will last up to 10 hours of continues use (we don’t know which battery brand they tested tho). The camera has an adjustable inner tube system that allows 3 level of magnification.

You can have this really geeky looking camera for ¥108,150 or around $1,200. As expected, it will initially be released in Japan.

Source: SlashGear

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Panasonic unleashed the world’s smallest and lightest digital interchangeable lens camera. The mouthful title actually means that the Panasonic LUMIX DMC-G1 is a hybrid between digital single lens reflex cameras and traditional point-and-shoot digital cameras.

The LUMIX DMC-G1 employs the unique Micro Four Thirds system that eliminates the internal mirror structure of the camera therefore making it lightweight and more compact without losing superb image capturing capability.

The 12.1-MP camera can render images of up to 1.44 million pixels.

Aside from being the first of its kind, the camera also showcases other amazing features. It has a Live MOS Sensor which allows it to capture images in superb brilliance and clarity.

It also has an HDMI output and Venus Engine HD system, a technology that reduces noise in pictures while allowing customization of R, G and B colors of images.

It has the Supersonic Wave Filter Dust Reduction System that prevents dust accumulation in the image sensor, thereby protecting one of the most delicate parts of the camera.

The only sad news is that you will have to wait until October if you want to grab this camera.

Source: MarketWatch

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Nikon unveiled a new digital SLR camera that is said to be the first digital single-lens reflex camera that can be used to shoot high-definition video clips.

The new camera, labeled as Nikon D90 sports 12.3-megapixel lens that has the Nikon’s Expeed, an image processing technology that enhances the captured digital images.

The new camera carries the D-movie function, a video recording mode that allows users to created HD movie clips with sound from the D90. Nikon D90 can capture videos with 1280-by-720, 320-by-216 or 640-by-424 resolutions. It can record videos with speed of 24 fps. Any compatible lens can be used in video mode.

The D90 also sports the face detection technology. There is also a Live View mode for seeing images without the need to peek through the viewfinder. It also has an 11-point digital autofocus system.

This high-tech camera will go on sale this September. The standard package will cost $1,000. Upgraded version that carries the AF-S DX Zoom- Nikkor 18-105mm f/3.5-/56G ED VR lens will cost an increase of $300.

Source: MacWorld

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