{"id":15801,"date":"2011-09-21T15:19:20","date_gmt":"2011-09-21T05:19:20","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/power-up.space\/?p=15801"},"modified":"2011-09-21T15:19:20","modified_gmt":"2011-09-21T05:19:20","slug":"new-cameras-and-camcorders-for-benq-september-2011","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.impulsegamer.com\/wordpress\/?p=15801","title":{"rendered":"New cameras and camcorders for BenQ (September 2011)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong><em>Picture this\u2026 style and charisma\u2026<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.impulsegamer.com\/news\/bq01.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.impulsegamer.com\/news\/bq02.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.impulsegamer.com\/news\/bq03.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong><em>BenQ\u2019s new Compact Cameras and Camcorders<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>BenQ<\/strong> announce the launch of two new compact and highly functional digital cameras and a new pocket-sized, 1080p FHD camcorder into the Australian market, with price points below $200.<\/p>\n<p>One of the world\u2019s premiere producers of superior visual technology consumer products, <strong>BenQ\u2019s<\/strong> latest camera and camcorder models scheduled for general release this month are expected to provide the brand with momentum for growth.<\/p>\n<p>The <strong>P1410<\/strong>, <strong>S1430<\/strong> compact cameras offer exceptional performance and a range of desirable features and functions you\u2019d expect from high-end professional equipment \u2013 such as built-in anti-shake software and creative shooting modes including <em>Toy Mode<\/em>, \u00a0<em>LOMO<\/em>, <em>Colour Accent<\/em> and <em>Fisheye<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p>The <strong>M23<\/strong> Camcorder is also exceptionally well featured with a 3\u201d touch screen display making it very easy to operate.\u00a0 It can record video in Full HD 1080p resolution and is even equipped with an LED torch to illuminate subjects in low-light environments such as at night or dawn and dusk.<\/p>\n<p>The three new models are all touch-capable with advanced 3\u201d LCD screens, making them user-friendly and easy to navigate around to access functions.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBenQ continues to improve and advance their optical technology in what is becoming a comprehensive range of digital cameras and camcorders in this marketplace,\u201d said Chee F. Chung, general manager for BenQ Australia.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe have demonstrated in our current product offering the clever use of software to deliver amazing visual effects, giving BenQ a clear point of difference in the market and reinforcing our key message that \u2018<em>enjoyment matters<\/em>\u2019,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBenQ\u2019s new cameras and camcorders provide Australian consumers with unlimited creativity and flexibility in a product that provides them with the ability to take polished, and very professional looking images and video for very little outlay.\u00a0 The <strong>S1430<\/strong> will retail for just $149.00, while the <strong>P1410<\/strong> will retail for $179.00.\u00a0 The compact <strong>M23<\/strong> Camcorder will retail for just $199.00 \u2013 all three products offering a full 12 month warranty,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>P1410 \/ S1430:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Black with a distinctive gold coating accentuating the outside of the zoom lens, the highly anticipated <strong>P1410<\/strong> is a stylish looking, high performance camera, representing BenQ\u2019s entry into the higher end of the market.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis 14-megapixel<strong> P1410<\/strong> boasts a full array of advanced features including a stunning 7X optical zoom lens, a clear 460k-pixel 3\u201d LCD display, powerful double anti-shake system, special shooting effects and a beautifully designed ultra-slim casing,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n<p>\u201c<strong>P1410<\/strong> is our first camera to feature a 7X optical zoom lens and this coupled with the camera\u2019s 28mm wide angle lens captures objects up to 15m away.\u00a0 The built-in optical anti-shake in conjunction with anti-shake software makes the world not only closer, but clearer and wider,\u201d she commented.<\/p>\n<p><strong>S1430<\/strong> is a 14 Megapixel, 5X optical zoom camera with a distinctive and sophisticated appearance.\u00a0 Produced in a unique <em>caramel gold<\/em>, the S1430 is designed specifically to appeal to young Gen-Y photography enthusiasts interested in creative shooting modes, a touch screen interface and auto-operation.\u00a0\u00a0 The O.I.S. (optical image stabiliser) prevents blur on shots and works together with the anti-shake software to compensate for unintended camera movements or slow shutter speeds to deliver crisply rendered, sharp and crystal clear images.<\/p>\n<p>Shooting modes on the <strong>P1410 <\/strong>and <strong>S1430<\/strong> include <em>Toy Mode<\/em>, <em>LOMO Style<\/em>, <em>Colour Accent<\/em> and <em>Fisheye<\/em>.\u00a0 <em>Toy Mode<\/em> automatically applies blurs and increases colour contrasts to create a toy miniature effect to any elevated view point \u2013 an effect which is traditionally achieved by using a professional camera with a tilt-shift lens or photo retouching software.\u00a0 <em>LOMO Style<\/em> adds effects like retro colour hues or vignette faded borders and the <em>Colour Accent<\/em> effect allows the user to keep one selected colour in the photo whilst having the rest converted into black and white.\u00a0 This effect is also accessible in video mode. <em>Fisheye<\/em> mode will provide a hemispherical view of the subject, adding intriguing creative possibilities to your photography.<\/p>\n<p>Powered by BenQ\u2019s latest HDRII (High Dynamic Range) image enhancement technology, the <strong>P1410<\/strong> and <strong>S1430 <\/strong>are able to self-adjust the darkest and the brightest part in a composition to deliver images in absolute clarity.\u00a0 This allows for perfecting of photography under extreme lighting conditions, whether sunrise or sunset or a strong backlight scenario.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Continued Chung, \u201cThere is no need for photo-touching or even makeup with these new cameras as the \u2018de-blemish\u2019 mode automatically improves skin texture in the photo whilst the \u2018skin-soften\u2019mode softens freckles, wrinkles or imperfections.<\/p>\n<p><strong>M23 Camcorder<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Pocket-sized, versatile, well-featured and easily operated with a 3\u201dtouch screen display, the M23 offers the ultimate in value for money retailing at just $199.00.\u00a0 Perhaps its most innovative feature is the Night Mode Feature, which is capable of capturing video footage at night.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>When Night Mode is activated, the camcorder automatically sets the right settings in low-light situations \u2013 the built-in LED torch brightens subjects and can light objects at a distance of around one metre for a professional result in any environment.<\/p>\n<p>The <strong>M23<\/strong> features a 5X optical zoom, 5MP CMOS sensor, records video in 1080p FHD and has extra storage and added flexibility with two SD card slots.\u00a0 <strong>M23<\/strong> will automatically switch to the secondary storage when one is full, doubling its capacity.\u00a0 Touch Exposure is another feature which allows users to touch on the area that needs adjusting on the touch screen display, to automatically optimise the exposure level. Another key feature available on M23 is Motion Detection \u2013 this initiates filming as soon as a subject moves.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>RRP<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<p><strong>P1410: \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 $179.00<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>S1430: \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 $149.00<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>M23: \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 $199.00<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The M23 joins the M11 Camcorder which was released earlier this year.<\/p>\n<p><strong>M11 Camcorder <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Smart engineering, functionality and intuitive operation combine to make the <strong>M11 <\/strong>Camcorder an appealing purchase for anyone looking for a video camera that not only captures precious family memories in 1080p Full HD, but provides scope for movie production with professional touches like time-lapse photography and slow-motion or accelerated playback.<\/p>\n<p>Pocket-sized and easy to operate, the M11 is fitted with a 10MP CMOS sensor, 5X optical zoom and a 3.0\u201d16:9 touch screen display ensuring a professional result when used by even the most inexperienced photographer.<\/p>\n<p>But it\u2019s the added extras like the camera\u2019s time-lapse recording feature and options for slow-motion and accelerated playback functions, as well as a 3sec pre-recording and dual stream recording abilities that make BenQ\u2019s M11 excellent value for money at an RRP of <strong>$239.00<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>The P1410, S1430 and M23 (and M11) are available now.\u00a0 For information and stockists, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.benq.com.au\/\">www.BenQ.com.au<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Picture this\u2026 style and charisma\u2026 BenQ\u2019s new Compact Cameras and Camcorders BenQ announce the launch of two new compact and highly functional digital cameras and a new pocket-sized, 1080p FHD camcorder into the Australian market, with price points below $200. 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