APS-C articles

Galaxy NX Revealed: First Android-driven DSLR

by Tarunon June 15, 2013 3:37 EDT

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Samsung is close to unveiling the first proper DSLR with the 'smartness' of Android, the Galaxy NX. Backed by a 20.3-megapixel APS-C sensor, and support for NX lens mounts, this contraption features a large 4.3-inch screen, Android 4.2.2, and a boatload of imaging apps.

Sigma 18-35 mm F1.8 DC HSM Art Lens Priced

by Tarunon June 14, 2013 1:23 EDT

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Sigma opened up its latest 18-35 mm F1.8 DC HSM Art lens for pre-orders, with a street price in the U.S., of $799.99. The lens, according to Sigma, is designed for DSLRs with APS-C sensors, which translates to 27-52.5 mm focal range on 35 mm shooters.

Leica X Vario Compact Launched

by Tarunon June 12, 2013 5:32 EDT

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Leica launched its X Vario ultra-compact camera, which has been in the news as the "Mini-M," and was teased with that name earlier this week. Whatever the name, this premium ultra-compact gives a formidable 16.2-megapixel APS-C lens + 28-70 mm 35 mm lens combo.

Pentax Ricoh Debuts Ricoh GR Camera

Press Release

by Alexon April 18, 2013 18:09 EDT

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Pentax Ricoh has announced the pocket-sized Ricoh GR compact digital camera with a newly developed APS-C-size CMOS image sensor. An attractive competitor to Nikon's Coolpix A, the Ricoh GR can be had for $300 less and will be available in the US in May.

Sigma Breaks the f/2.0 Barrier with New APS-C Lens

by Tarunon April 18, 2013 7:41 EDT

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Sigma rolled out the first 18-35 mm class zoom lens with an aperture that breaches the f/2.0 "barrier" that no lens maker succeeded in. The new 18-35 mm DC HSM from Sigma offers a staggering f/1.8 aperture, advanced thermally-stable materials, and a hypersonic motor.

Nikon Intros Coolpix A DX-Format Camera

Press Release

by Tarunon March 5, 2013 2:37 EST

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Nikon announced a relatively inexpensive alternative to full-frame point-and-shoots twice its price bracket, with the Coolpix A. Featuring a 16.2-megapixel DX-format sensor, an 18.5 mm f/2.8 quick AF lens, the Coolpix A promises DSLR-like image quality and DOF.

Nikon Launches Flagship DX-format D7100

Press Release

by Alexon February 22, 2013 16:38 EST

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Nikon have announced their top-level APS-C DSLR. The D7100 comes with a new 24.1-megapixel CMOS sensor. It will be available in March for a suggested retail price of $1599.95 with the AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6 VR lens or $1199.95 for the body only.

Sony Intros NEX-3N And 3 New Cybershot Digital Cameras

Press Release

by Alexon February 20, 2013 11:41 EST

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Sony Europe has announced an entry level NEX-3N interchangeable lens camera with a tiltable LCD screen. Also announced today were 3 new Cybershots, the WX300, the HX300 and the TX30 of various shapes and sizes. All 4 cameras will be available in Europe from March 2013.