Polaroid on Tuesday rolled out the Polaroid SC1630, a digital “smart camera” powered by the Google Android system.

The SC1630 features a 16-megapixel camera with 3x optical camera and touchscreen display with built-in Wi-Fi however where it really shines is in it’s ability to connect to various social networks and geo-tag pictures on the fly.

Polaroid has also revealed video recording and the ability to auto-organize images in the camera based on date, location or faces.

While the camera operates much in the same way as standard point-and-click camera’s it’s the Android homescreen that offers a “dock” and “apps” options that really set it apart from other camera manufacturers. For example users can get directions, play games and download various other apps from the Android Market just as they would on their Android powered Smartphone.

According to Polaroid the camera comes set with 18 camera modes, smile and face detection for picture taking and a set of editing tools that can help users crop images, remove red-eye, resize photos directly from the camera and even use color correction. Editing, app navigation and other features are all performed from the devices 3.2-inch color touchscreen.

For photography fans who take a lot of photos the camera also supports micro-SD cards up to 32GB.

For even more connectivity the company offers Bluetooth transferring for images and videos along with an optional 3G data connection.

As promised here’s a hands on video of the phone from the team at AndroidCentral:

Pricing and a release date have not been announced however the Android powered camera is expected to arrive sometime in 2012.

Here’s a closer look at the Android powered touchscreen in action:

Does the Polaroid SC1630 digital point-and-shoot camera with Google Android pique your interest?

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Fans of Polaroid cameras have a new reason to celebrate today after the company officially began selling the Polaroid Z340 Instant Digital Camera which marries the convenience of instant polaroid pictures with a 14 megapixel digital camera.

The new offering uses a ZINK printer to offer on the fly digital 3×4″ prints and the system provides the ability to customize photos between snaps with sharing capabilities.

According to Polaroid President Scott W. Hardy:

“Polaroid photos connect people together in a way that is more personal than any photo tag, slideshow or comment box, yet digital images shape our stories.” Scott adds, “The Z340 brings these two worlds together in harmony by merging the excitement of the instant printing experience with the ease of digital photography and sharing. We’re very excited to share the wonders of instant photography with a new generation.”

Using the ZINK second-generation printer Polaroid is also promising smudge-proof, water-resistant coating.

The Polaroid Z340 is capable of printing 25 photos with 75 captures using a rechargeable lithium-ion battery while providing picture takers with a 2.7″ LCD screen that makes photo printing easy?

The camera also offers an on-board SD card for extra image storage.

The Polaroid Z340 is available for $299.99 from the likes of Polaroid.com, B&H, Adorama and Amazon.com. For instant prints users will pay $19.99 MSRP for 30 sheets of Polaroid ZINK 3×4″ paper.

Are you going to pick up a Polaroid Z340 for personal use? With digital technology and cheap nearly instant printing available at most one-hour photo locations these days it will be interesting to see how well this camera manages to sell.

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The Nikon 1 series is arriving on October 24 and Amazon on Wednesday began taking pre-orders for the $649 J1 and the $1,149 V1.

The series features several standard options including a 2.7X crop factor and a 10.1-megapixel CMOS sensor with mirrorless interchangeable system that fits below the Micro Four Thirds format. The new digital cameras also feature the first Nikon range to sport the dual-core Expeed 3 processor with a fast 73-point, phase-based autofocusing system.

Both the J1 and V1 also offer video recording performance that can achieve 60 frames per second with autofocus locked. The camera also offers 1080p recording with 30 frames per second.

Nikon claims normal ISO ranges of 100 to 3,200 while pushing up to ISO 6,400 in manual mode.

Nikon will also offer various lenses for both the Nikon 1 J1 and Nikon 1 V1. Lenses for the 1 series include:

10mm f2.8 pancake ($250), a 10-100mm f4-5.6 lens with powered zoom ($750), and a 30-110mm f3.8-5.6 telephoto.

Users who want the Speedlight and GPS units will pay an additional $150.

Do you plan on picking up any cameras from the Nikon 1 series?

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Ready to buy your kid their first 3D Camera? Or perhaps you just want a cheap alternative to expensive 3D camera options, whatever the case may be the DXG-018 offers 3D capabilities for the low cost of just $70.

The low camera option which can also be grabbed for three easy payments of just $23.99 offers a 1.44-inch LCD display, dual lenses and SD card support, while the device is powered by just two AA batteries.

Also included in the price are three 3D viewers which show 4-by-6-inch prints in 3D.

The kid friendly camera which is available in pink, orange, green, yellow and lavender colors is specifically aimed at the children’s market.

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CES 2010 starts this Thursday and the Samsung NX10 is one of the gadgets we’ll definitely be checking out during the show. The NX10 features a 14.6MP APC-C CMOS sensor, offers available interchangeable mirrorless lenses and features a 3 inch AMOLED screen with HD video recording with the H-264 codec.

Movie resolution is 720P high-def with an electronic viewfinder and the camera features an ISO range from 100-3200, while featuring lens shift optical image stabilization.

The camera is also rather compact with a build size of 4.8″ x 3.4″ x 1.6″ and a weight of 0.78 pounds with an included memory card slot.

The Samsung NX10 is due to arrive something in the Spring 2010, however a price has not yet been disclosed. [SlashGear]

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Hello Kitty is about to celebrate her 35th birthday and in celebration of that milestone Casio has announced a new special edition Hello Kitty digital camera with 12.1MP alongside some other nice features that even discerning users will enjoy.

The special edition Casio EX-Z90 comes equipped with a 3x optical zoom, auto-detect and “Intelligent” autofocus and a design that will scare away any self respecting man from stealing your digital camera for a night on the town.

The unit is only available in Korea with a price of KRW 350,000 (approximately $300 USD), however knowing the hurdles Hello Kitty fans have taken to get their hands on other memorabilia not available in their regions we’ll assume this one will be spotted elsewhere at some point.

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We’re pretty sure we didn’t see a military grade rating on the Canon EOS Rebel XT, but don’t tell  Calin Leucuta that, rumor has it their phone fell from 3,000 feet and survived in rather decent condition.

Calin was apparently taking pictures from 3,000 feet when his camera mount broke off, sending his XT scrambling to the ground at a terminal velocity of approximately 100mph.

After a 15-20 minute search for the camera, Calin found his Rebel XT and aside from a crack to the body and a bit of what he calls “jerkiness” with the zoom lens, the camera appears to be in fine working condition.

Unfortunately there’s no video to prove the story, just some pictures of the unit after the fall. Although I once saw a DeWitt drill fall from nearly 20 stories and survive without a single problem, so it could have happened, you be the judge. [CanonRumors]

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Casio has just introduced the Exilim G series, a slim, rugged version of their Casio Exilim digital cameras. They’re also claiming that the EX-G1, the first camera in the new line is the “thinnest toughened camera” with a thickness of just .78 inches.

The camera is rugged enough to survive a drop from 7 feet and its dustproof and waterproof up to 10 feet for a one hour period. The camera will also operate in temperatures as low as 14F (-10C), just long enough to take a last picture of yourself before you freeze to death.

The camera itself is fairly impressive with 12.1 megapixels and it features interval shooting which captures pictures at regular intervals as assigned by the user, an option that’s great for time lapse photography purposes. The camera also features a 3X optical zoom and can capture 480p movies, including an underwater scene preset option.

Users will also be able to store all their photos and movies on the devices MicroSDHC card slot.

The EX-G1 should be available before Christmas in both Red and Black color options for $300. [Electronista]

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The Canon EOS-1D Mark IV was officially announced today and comes with the type of features we’d expect to see on a $4,999 professional powerhouse.

The camera starts out with a 16.1 megapixel APS-H CMOS sensor, offers an ISO range of 100 to 12,800 native and up to 102,400.  The camera also features 45-point area customizable autofocus, which comes equipped with 39 high-precision cross-type focusing points, dual Digic 4 proocessors and even recording in 1080p HD video.

The Mark IV also offers an available WFT-E2 IAA wireless file transmitter and connects via WiFi 801.11a/b/g and if you choose through an ethernet port connection.

The Canon EOS-1D Mark IV will launch sometime in December with a “body-only” price of $4,999. [SlipperyBrick]

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The Samsung ST45 is a highly capable digital shooter that offers a 12.2 megapixel output, 3x optical zoom and ISO 3,200 sensitivity. It’s also extremely portable thanks to a super thin build factor that feels great whether carrying it around or taking shots of your special occasions.

The thickest point on the digital camera is only 0.63 inches and comes with a slim case to tote it around. It’s also made out of aluminum which guarantees a lightweight offering that matches its small size.

No pricing at this time, but the device is expected in the UK by the end of September and the U.S. at some yet to be disclosed time.

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The Nikon VP650 isn’t your typical digital camera, sure it can snap digital pictures, display them on your computer and save them to memory, but it does something no other digicam to date can claim, it offers a built-in pico project for displaying the devices included pictures.

The pico option on the Vp650 can display  images up to 8 inches x 12 inches which is a far cry from mainstream pico’s which offer much larger image outputs, but considering it’s the first of its kind it’s still a very cool and unique function.

According to SlashGear:

They also suggest that the LED pico-projector components are supplied by FoxLink, a Taiwanese company previously linked with putting pico components into mobile phones.

The camera has yet to be made official by Nikon, however reports are pointing to an official announcement this month with a release date sometime in September.

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Digital cameras are sooo last week. At least that’s what Fujifilm is hoping with the official release of their new FinePix Real 3D W1 Camera. This very cool gadget offers 3D image processing that brings a whole new level of realism to the user experience.

The 3D W1 is based on the companies “FinePix Real 3D System” which is the first 3D imaging system which allows users to view 3D images and videos without the use of any type of 3D Glasses.

Users can view images on the included 8 inch 3D screen, while also watching 3D movies which can be taken directly from the device.

2D users shouldn’t feel left out however as the device also features traditional digital stills and videos for users who simple can’t let go of standard image output.

Digital prints will also be available via a special service due to the complex nature of printing digital prints. According to Adrian Clarke, Director of Digital Imaging “Fujifilm will be launching a print service to the purchasers of the 3-D camera as a direct service from Fujifilm because of the newness and complexity of the print system”

We don’t know how much we really “need” a 3D print system estimated to cost around $600 (September 2009 release) but we definitely know how much we want one. [special thanks to DPReview]

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Okay, this is going to be interesting to watch and see what kind of blowback Panasonic is going to get over this. As of your next firmware update for your Panasonic digital still camera you won’t be able to use third party battery packs. From the press release

Panasonic Digital Still Cameras now include a technology that can identify a genuine Panasonic battery. For the protection of our customers Panasonic developed this technology after it was discovered that some aftermarket 3rd party batteries do not meet the rigid safety standards Panasonic uses.

Some of these aftermarket batteries are not equipped with internal protective devices to guard against overcharging, internal heating and short circuit. If these aftermarket battery packs were used, it could lead to an accident causing damage to your camera or personal injury.

Panasonic’s Digital Camera firmware has been updated on this website to detect these aftermarket 3rd party batteries so such serious safety issues can be avoided.

[ Warning ]
After this firmware update your Panasonic Digital Camera cannot be operated by 3rd party batteries (non genuine Panasonic batteries).

Let the erupting blogosphere commence …..

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