Leica X-U waterproof and shatterproof camera launched at $2,950

Leica launched a new waterproof and shatterproof camera, Leica X-U, priced under $3000. The new rugged camera can be submerged in water up to 49 feet. Like other rugged-cameras in the market, Leica has winterised (snow-sealing), and dust-sealed it, making the Leica X-U versatile for any kind of shooting condition.

Leica X-U is basically a Leica T with ruggedised exterior. The Leica X-U sports a 16.5MP APS-C image sensor paired with a fixed Summilux 23mm lens. The lens has a fast aperture of f1.7. The camera’s closest focusing distance is 20 cm.

The Leica X-U can record full HD videos at 30 frames per second. The recorded video can be stored in MP4 format. Leica X-U comes with 3-inch TFT LCD display and offers full manual settings. The ISO tops at 12,500 and the camera weighs approximately 635 grams.

Priced at $2,950, the Leica X-U will be available by the end of January.

Read More

Canon launched new DSLRs in its 5D series

Canon launched two new full-frame DSLRs at price starting from Rs 1,70,000. Both the DSLRs 5DSR and 5DS in the 5D series feature a 35mm,50.6 megapixel sensors. Canon has also unveiled its XC10 4K fixed lens compact camcorder tha captures photographs at a maximum resolution of 12 megapixels. The XC10 camcorder features the rotating grip. It will be priced at a maximum retail price of Rs 1,70,000. The high resolution 5DSR DSLR camera is priced at Rs 2,65,995 by Canon’s official press release.

Canon’s 5D series has been successful with its excellent processor quality even in low light conditions and a wide range of interchangeable lenses. The new DSLRs are expected to be available by the end of June.

Read More