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Casio Europe GmbH and its parent company, Casio Computer Co., Ltd has announced three entry-level compact cameras: The EX-N5, EX-N50 and the EX-ZS30. Both the EX-N5 and EX-N50 feature a 16.1 MP CCD sensor, 26-156mm equivalent optical zoom lens, a 2.7" LCD screen and several Art Shot filters. The only difference between the two models is the look and feel.

The EX-N5 sports a two–tone silver ring around the lens as the "centerpiece of the whole design," according to the press release. It also features a transparent coating to give it a "high–quality look". The EX-N5 will be available in black, silver, white, and red. Pricing has not been confirmed.

The EX-N50 is textured with a pinstripe pattern and finished with a pearly topcoat to create an "elegant impression". The EX-N50 will be available in silver, blue and red. Pricing has not been confirmed.

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Nikon has discounted a few legacy pro lenses individually with no need to bundle. These instant rebates are set to expire in two weeks, so don't miss out (offer officially expires 3/2/2013). You can save up to $350 on over 18 different Nikkor lenses.

Nikon AF VR Zoom-NIKKOR 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6D ED Lens (Save $350) - This high-powered zoom lens features a VR system to reduce image blur caused by camera shake. Other features include: Three ED glass elements, built-in A/M switch, and focus range limiter.

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The Japanese website Digicam Inf0 has published a few purported images of the new Sony SLT-A58 entry-level interchangeable lens camera. Sony is expected to announce the A58 along with the NEX-3N very soon. Previous rumors have suggested the A58 will sport a 20-megapixel sensor, and cost around $600 to $700.

The leaked images show the A58 will look a lot like the Sony Alpha SLT-A57, but it's rumored to feature a truly standard hot shoe, an improved dynamic range, 8 fps shooting and a new focusing system.

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The CamRanger is a new device which gives you near complete wireless control over your Canon or Nikon DSLR directly from any iOS device. The small box creates an ad-hoc Wi-Fi network allowing you to remotely control your digital camera from up to 150 feet away, without the need of an internet connection.

The CamRanger allows you to perform all the necessary functions to snap great images and video directly from your DSLR while using your iOS device. It features a LiveView mode, and offers the ability to remotely change and view camera settings such as: Aperture, shutter speed, ISO, white balance, and so on. It's a great tool for macro photography, shooting in awkward positions and for photographers who like to capture images in remote areas that do not offer access to Wi-Fi.

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Best Buy is offering 5-to-61% off select digital cameras, camcorders and accessories, with free shipping for Presidents' Day. The Canon PowerShot SX260 HS with 12.1 MP CMOS sensor, 20x optical zoom, and 3" LCD screen is only $219 starting now until Monday, February 18th.

Other deals include the Nikon Coolpix S9050 12.1 MP digital camera with 3" color TFT-LCD display and one-touch movie recording for $100. The Sony Handycam HDRCX190 camcorder is now $180, and the Sony DSCW650/B 16.1 MP digital camera is only $80 for a limited time.

The Canon EOS Rebel T3i DSLR with 18-55mm lens has also been reduced to $700.

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The next generation high quality compact digital camera from Sigma is almost here. The DP3 Merrill features a Foveon X3 image sensor with 46 megapixels, capturing all primary RGB colors with three layers. Dual TRUE II image processors ensure high definition images with rich tones and smooth gradients.

A high-performance 50mm f/2.8 prime lens (75mm equivalent) is designed specifically to maximize the capabilities of the Foveon X3. Special Low Dispersion (SLD) glass and aspherical lens elements provide for a compact lens size and reduce aberrations. With focus up to just 8.9 inches, the lens is capable of near-macro 1:3 maximum magnification.

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If you're looking for an affordable point-and-shoot digital camera, the Olympus VR-310 is now available in the U.S.. The VR-310 allows you to zoom in on your subjects with its 12.5x optical zoom, and record 720p HD video. It features a 16MP sensor for reproducing your stills in large, high-quality formats, and ten different "Magic Filters," so you don't need to rely on Instagram. Other features include: Beauty Make-up mode, USB charging, 360 degree panoramic capabilities and a 3.0" LCD monitor.

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You can now save $200 on the Sigma 30mm f/1.4 EX DC HSM AF lens for Canon, Nikon, Pentax, and Sony DSLRs. The image circle of the lens is designed to match APS-C size image sensors found on digital SLR cameras, but it is not suited for image sensors larger than APS-C size or 35mm SLR cameras.

The lens is equipped with a silent Hyper Sonic Motor and fulltime manual focus override. Its large maximum aperture of F1.4 is great for a variety of shooting scenarios such as snapping landscapes or shooting inside. The lens also features two SLD glass elements and a hybrid aspherical lens for reducing color aberration.

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