Sigma SD15

The straightforward design and operation will appeal to purist photographers who aren’t into bells and whistles, but the unique Foveon image sensor is the camera’s key feature.

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ESTIMATED STREET PRICE: $989 INTRODUCED 2/2010 Though Sigma hasn’t introduced a new model in a few years, the SD15 remains available, and at a lower price. It features the unique Foveon X3 image sensor, and is able to shoot up to 21 RAW image bursts at 3 fps. It also boasts 77-segment metering and a rugged body built for rigorous pro use. ... Read more

Fujifilm X-M1

The newest member of Fujifilm’s mirrorless X-camera family is also the smallest, at 4.6×2.6×1.5 inches and 9.9 ounces.

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Estimated Street Price: $799 (with new XC16-50mm f/3.5-5.6 OIS zoom) INTRODUCED 6/2013 The newest member of Fujifilm’s mirrorless X-camera family is also the smallest, at 4.6×2.6×1.5 inches and 9.9 ounces. Yet it contains the same Fujifilm 16.3-megapixel APS-C X-Trans CMOS sensor as the X-Pro1 and X-E1, and can use all the same X-mount... Read more

Nikon 1 AW 1

ikon’s newest 1-series camera can use all 1-series lenses.

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Estimated Street Price: $799 (with AW 11-27.5mm f3.5-5.6 zoom) INTRODUCED 9/2013 Nikon’s newest 1-series camera can use all 1-series lenses, but when you use the new 1 NIKKOR AW 11-27mm ƒ/3.5-5.6 or 1 NIKKOR AW 10mm ƒ/2.8 lenses, you can take the Nikon 1 AW1 camera under water to depths of 49 feet. Yes, this tiny new camera goes well beyond... Read more

Fujifilm X-E1

The X-E1 has the same unique sensor as the flagship X-Pro1 at a much lower price.

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List Price: $999 (body only) INTRODUCED 9/2012 The X-E1 has the same unique sensor as the flagship X-Pro1 at a much lower price. There’s a bright, high-def electronic viewfinder, fast contrast-based AF and burst shooting up to 6 fps. Record Full HD video with stereo sound via a built-in microphone or an optional external mic. Read More → Read more

Nikon 1 S1

The S1 is the entry-level Nikon 1 camera, with 10.1 megapixels and the fast Advanced Hybrid AF found in other models.

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List Price: $499 (with 11-27mm f/3.4-5.6 zoom) INTRODUCED 1/2013 The S1 is the entry-level Nikon 1 camera, with 10.1 megapixels and the fast Advanced Hybrid AF found in other models. Slow View mode displays the image on the monitor at one-fifth normal speed, allowing you to more easily pick just the right moment to record. Smart Photo Selector automatically... Read more

Nikon 1 V2

At the top of the 1-series lineup, the 14.2-megapixel V2 features a built-in, eye-level electronic viewfinder in addition to the 3-inch LCD monitor.

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Estimated Street Price: $799 (body only) INTRODUCED 10/2012 While the new Nikon 1 J2 compact mirrorless, interchangeable-lens camera closely resembles its predecessor, the V2 has a new look and incorporates a number of improvements. And inside, there’s a new 14.2-megapixel CX-format CMOS sensor and EXPEED 3A processor, enhancing image quality... Read more

Olympus OM-D E-M1

The new 16.3-megapixel Live MOS image sensor features on-chip DUAL FAST AF.

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List Price: $1,399 (body only) INTRODUCED 9/2013 Olympus’ new flagship Micro Four Thirds mirrorless camera features a "mini-DSLR" form factor, and can use Zuiko Digital Four Thirds System lenses, as well as M.Zuiko Micro Four Thirds lenses, all with autofocusing. The new 16.3-megapixel Live MOS image sensor features on-chip DUAL... Read more

Olympus E-P5

The top E-P model is the 16.1-megapixel E-P5 with a rugged all-metal body.

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Estimated Street Price: $999 (body only) INTRODUCED 5/2013 Olympus’ mirrorless interchangeable-lens cameras take their design cues from legendary Olympus 35mm film cameras. The E-P PEN series was inspired by the PEN half-frame models of the 1950s through the 1980s, and the OM-D by the compact OM-series of 35mm SLRs. The new flagship E-P model... Read more

Olympus E-PM2

The E-PM2 provides 16.1-megapixel resolution in a truly pocketable package.

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List Price: $549 (body only) INTRODUCED 9/2012 The E-PM2 provides 16.1-megapixel resolution in a truly pocketable package. It has a 3-inch touch screen, HD?video with stereo sound and the ability to apply the built-in Art Filters "on the fly." It can shoot at 8 fps with IS off, and focus and exposure locked, at 3.6 fps with IS off, and... Read more

Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7

Panasonic’s new premium "flat"-style Micro Four Thirds mirrorless camera so outdoes its fine GX1 predecessor that the company skipped a bunch of numbers in naming it.

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List Price: $999 (body only) INTRODUCED 8/2013 Panasonic’s new premium "flat"-style Micro Four Thirds mirrorless camera so outdoes its fine GX1 predecessor that the company skipped a bunch of numbers in naming it. The GX7 features a solid magnesium-alloy frame, a 3-inch and tilting LCD monitor, and adds a built-in electronic viewfinder... Read more

Pentax Q7

The new Pentax Q7 looks like the Q10, but there are some notable differences.

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List Price: $499 (with 5-15mm ƒ/2.8-4.5 zoom) INTRODUCED 8/2013 The new Pentax Q7 looks like the Q10, but there are some notable differences. The most important one is a larger 12.4-megapixel image sensor: The Q7’s is a 1/1.7-inch design, larger than the other Q models’ 1/2.33-inch sensors. This should deliver better image quality, especially... Read more

Pentax Q10

The Q10 improves on the original Pentax Q model in a number of ways.

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List Price: $599 (body only) INTRODUCED 9/2012 The Q10 improves on the original Pentax Q model in a number of ways. The sensor is still a 12.4-megapixel, 1/2.3-inch back-illuminated CMOS unit, but it’s newly designed with expanded ISO settings from 100-6400 and in-camera three-shot HDR. Video capabilities include 1080p HD at 30 fps in MOV format,... Read more

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