The Nikon D5000 is an ideal choice to consider for all entry-level photographers, or simply anyone searching to upgrade from a point and shoot to a DSLR to enhance their photographic experience. Let’s read about what Nikon can offer us with the new D5000…

The D5000 now features a diverse 450 degree vari-angle LCD monitor that can be viewed in normal position against the camera back or swung out and rotated or tilted. This wonderful feature allows simple viewing from virtually any perspective or angle desired, assisting entry level camera-users with trickier shooting points. This monitor can be stowed away with the LCD facing the back of the cameras, saving any scratches or damages to the screen.

If you are someone not so experienced, but love the idea of owning a Nikon D90 for it’s megapixels, look no further. Featuring a 12.3 megapixel CMOS sensor, the D5000 produces highly detailed images that exhibit smooth tones, outstanding colour and low noise across a wide ISO sensitivity range. It is also compatible with NIKKOR’s finest lenses available.

Easy useage is a traditional aspect of Nikon’s DSLRs and the D5000 successfully carries on this trait. The compact body suggests an intelligent layout with controls sensibly positioned for easy operation. A simple in-camera range of options assists all users, no matter what experience level.

The Nikon D5000 combines the best of DSLRs with the simplicity of a point-and-shoot, enabling photographers to be creative in a simple and effective manner. Come on in to Kirk’s Cameras in Ringwood, and speak to a specialist about the Nikon D5000.

If you are on the lookout for a compact digital SLR with the capabilities of a larger model, look no further! Canon has released a new compact DSLR - the twelve megapixel EOS 450D. This camera has been all the rage in our Ringwood store, with many questions being asked, so lets have a brief look at some of the specifications!

On the surface the EOS 450D is a very similar camera to the previous EOS 400D, however there are various significant improvements. These include a 12 megapixel CMOS sensor, enabling photographers to take that clear, precise and professional image they desire. The EOS 450D has a whopping 3 inch LCD monitor, to view and edit all of your beautifully taken photos in fantastic quality.  The camera comes with a traditional inbuilt pop-up flash, to excite any avid photographer.

The EOS 450D is essentially a camera designed primarily to be refined and improved. The battery life is now of a higher capacity, and the viewfinder is larger than it has ever been. The Live View now includes both AF modes - contrast detect and passive. And, of course, the range of in camera editing options are endless, enabling you to chop and change as much as you like onboard and have your pictures ready to print!

Come on down to Kirk’s Cameras in Ringwood, and we will give you a demonstration of this fanastic camera, and advise you of all of the accessories you will need!

Olympus’s new EP-1 camera has hit stores, and many of our customers are keen to discover the specifications of this new digital SLR camera. A small, compact and attractive camera, the EP-1 possesses the features and abilities of a more bulky and heavy DSLR camera. Let’s have a look at some of the technicalities of this wonderful camera…

12.3 Megapixel - The EP-1 includes a 12.3 megapixel sensor, allowing photographers to capture both still images and video with precise and sharp image quality. The EP-1’s sensor takes a rich, colourful picture that will more than satisfy any photographer.

HD Movie recording - The EP-1 is able to capture video footage in full High Definition, and - hand in hand with the sensor - takes a spectacular move, beyond the quality of many camcorders.

Interchangeable lenses - The EP-1, despite its size, has the option of interchangable lenses. Users can make the most of this pocketable camera, however still alternate their lenses to suit their needs and levels of ability.

3 inch LCD - The LCD screen included on the EP-1 is a large 3 inches wide, with low resolution, and its viewing angle is that of 176 degrees.

There are many more exciting new features included in the Olympus EP-1. A few other specifications include:

ISO 6400 (max)

Built In Image Stabiliser

Come and visit Kirk’s Cameras or give us a call, and we can give you the low-down on some more of the Olympus EP-1’s elaborate and exciting new specs!