The device comes in multiple storage sizes:

• 16gb – $499
• 32gb – $599
• 64gb – $699

What is possibly most interesting is you can purchase a data plan version which costs $29.99 monthly for an unlimited plan. No contract is required. Add $130 to the wifi only versions for the 3G enabled.

Check out a cost analysis of the data plan : http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/27/ipad-vs-iphone-what-does-3g-cost-you/

Issues

No multi-tasking (maybe in the near future?) is a huge setback, not being able to run apps in the background is disappointing, limiting its uses. If they do play on updating it with multi-tasking its odd that they didn’t do it at launch.

No Flash. Ugh.

No camera. Not a big deal for me personally, but it would be a great device for video conferencing.

Check Out

Hands on: http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/27/apple-ipad-first-hands-on/

Check out the official apple iPad site: http://www.apple.com/ipad/

Check out the official trailer for Iron Man 2 : http://www.apple.com/trailers/paramount/ironman/

Tony Stark

Whiplash

Ivan Vanko

Check out the rest of the gallery at : http://www.apple.com/trailers/paramount/ironman/gallery/

Iron Man 2 comes out to theaters May 2, 2010.

US Pricing : $1699 body
Canada Pricing:  $2099 body
UK Pricing : £1699

Buy 7d From Amazon.com
Buy 7d w/ 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM From Amazon.com

From Canon

A Whole New Class of EOS.

With a host of brand new features designed to enhance every facet of the photographic process, from still images to video, the new EOS 7D represents a whole new class of camera.

Made to be the tool of choice for serious photographers and semi-professionals, the EOS 7D features an all-new 18.0 Megapixel APS-C size CMOS sensor and Dual DIGIC 4 Image Processors, capturing tremendous images at up to ISO 12800 and speeds of up to 8 fps. The EOS 7D has a new all cross-type 19-point AF system with improved AI Servo AF subject tracking and user-selectable AF area selection modes for sharp focus no matter the situation.

The EOS 7D’s Intelligent Viewfinder, an entirely newly-designed technology, provides 100% coverage and displays user-selected AF modes as well as a spot metering circle and on demand grid lines. New iFCL Metering with 63-zone dual-layer metering system uses both focus and color information to provide accurate exposure even in difficult lighting.

The EOS 7D also captures Full HD video at 30p (29.97 fps), 24p (23.976 fps) and 25p with an array of manual controls, including manual exposure during movie shooting and ISO speed selection.

The EOS 7D features a magnesium alloy body that is dust- and weather-resistant and shutter durability of up to 150,000 cycles.

Compatible with over 60 EF and EF-S lenses as well as with EOS System accessories, the creative opportunities – not just with stills but also with video – are beyond amazement.

Samples

Stills

Although the image quality seems to be better then the 50d by the sample images, I’m slightly disappointed by images at a high ISO. Its too early to draw an conclusions without more images. I guess we will have to wait awhile.

http://www.dpreview.com/previews/canoneos7d/page14.asp

Movie Mode

There haven’t been many video clips shot on the 7d that show much what the 7d can do.  If this camera can do close to what the 5d mkii can do at the price it is I will definitely be looking closely at getting one.

I’ll update this as more videos come in. *Note – Keep an eye on Philip Bloom’s website for 7d movie examples.

Philip Bloom
Shaving It Back – First decent short
http://www.twitvid.com/5F538

ISO 6400
http://www.vimeo.com/6413346

ISO 800
http://www.vimeo.com/6413483

ISO 100
http://www.vimeo.com/6413439

720 at 60fps
http://www.vimeo.com/6394796

Canon Japan
http://web.canon.jp/imaging/eosd/samples/eos7d/

12.3MP
ISO 200-3200 (expendable 100-6400)
11 Point AF
1280×720 High Definition Video Recording @ 24 fps
2.7 inch Variable LCD monitor
Live View
Quiet shooting reduces sound of internal camera mechanisms

Body Only RRP: £719.99 / €878.00
D5000 + 18-55 VR kit: £799.99 / €972.00
Sales start date: 1st May 2009

The D5000 is a powerful and versatile SLR camera that delivers superb still images and high-definition D-movie clips with sound. Incredibly easy to use, it boasts a range of automatic features that help capture the shots you want and an impressive 12.3 megapixel DX format image sensor that ensures exceptionally detailed results. The innovative vari-angle LCD monitor makes it easy to shoot from any angle, bringing an exciting new twist to using Live View. Whether you shoot still or moving images, you can flip, tilt or turn the monitor to take shots from above, below, to the side, or to create self-portraits. An array of automatic scene modes make it simple to capture clear images in a variety of situations and a range of retouch functions let you enhance photos in-camera. With so many powerful features packed into its compact, lightweight body, the D5000 offers people on the go a fantastic way to capture stunning shots from any angle.

Source: Nikon UK

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