Canon EOS 800D review: A brilliant sub-£1000 DSLR

The Canon EOS 800D is the latest in a line of SLRs that has scored consistently well in our reviews in recent years. The EOS 750D didn’t excel in any particular area but a generous set of features, a sensible price and a consistently high quality added up to a camera that was perfect for home users looking for a proper camera.

We’re used to seeing subtle improvements with each update but the 800D makes some significant strides. The autofocus sensor is up from 19 to 45 points, leapfrogging the Nikon D5600 (with its 39-point autofocus) in an area that is usually Nikon’s stronghold. More autofocus points make it easier to focus exactly where you want to in the frame. It also — in theory — improves the camera’s ability to track moving subjects around the frame. Burst speed is up from 5 to 6fps and the faster processor means it can save JPEGs as fast as it captures them.

The sensor resolution remains at 24 megapixels but it now incorporates Canon’s Dual Pixel technology, which delivers significant improvements to autofocus performance when shooting photos in live view mode and for video capture. Canon SLRs used to be dire for video autofocus, but thanks to Dual Pixel they’re now better than any other brand of SLR or compact system camera (CSC).

Canon EOS 800D review: In use

The 800D looks and feels a lot like the 750D, with subtle cosmetic tweaks and one new button (to launch its wireless functions) separating their appearances. It’s small for an SLR but a comfortable fit in the hand, and its buttons fall under fingers. The single, vertical command dial isn’t my favourite design, though; CSCs at this price such as the Panasonic G80 and Fujifilm X-T20 offer dual command dials.

A new Guided interface encourages users to leave Auto mode and discover the benefits of shooting in program, priority and manual exposure modes. It shows graphics and simple text explanations to help users understand how to use exposure modes and settings. While it covers shutter speed and aperture settings well, it doesn’t explain ISO speed, white balance or autofocus modes. It also restricts the number of functions available via the Q menu button, hiding JPEG quality, metering mode and various other functions out of sight. I was relieved to find that the Standard shooting screen can be re-enabled, but Guided mode should be handy for beginners.

Once you know what you’re looking for, you’ll appreciate the generous number of single-function buttons to access key settings including ISO speed, white balance, drive mode and autofocus mode. Moving the autofocus point involves pressing a button and then moving the point using the four-way pad or the touchscreen. The latter is quicker but there’s a risk of inadvertently switching to a different autofocus mode. With a bit of practice it’s not too hard to avoid this.

White balance presets are easily available but — as with all EOS cameras — calibrating the custom white balance is unnecessarily convoluted. I also got caught out by the need to adjust menu settings and then hit OK to confirm them; adjusting and then half pressing the shutter button to exit the menu abandons the changes. The Q menu works differently, and this inconsistency was the main source of my confusion.

Another frustration is the limited ability to customise the behaviour of the Auto ISO mode. The upper ISO speed limit can be set but there’s no control over which shutter speeds are used (except by setting it manually in shutter-priority or manual exposure mode). Nikon SLRs allow users to adjust the Auto ISO mode’s behaviour for moving or static subjects, and Panasonic cameras detect subject motion automatically. The 800D is oblivious to subject motion. It tried to manage camera shake intelligently, using slower shutter speeds for wide-angle shots and faster for telephoto, but the specific choices made were rarely optimal. It’s a good motivation to master shutter-priority mode but it’d be even better if users didn’t feel compelled to do so.

The new wireless button launches the Wi-Fi configuration page, and with both NFC and Bluetooth available to help manage the Wi-Fi connection, establishing a new connection to an Android phone and to an iPad was trouble-free — a notable improvement on my experience with previous Canon cameras. It helps that the app spells out what to do, but there’s still scope to simplify the procedure. Wireless transfers and remote shooting both worked well, with elegant control over autofocus and exposure settings. I was also able to use the app as a remote video monitor, complete with touchscreen-controlled spot autofocus.

Canon EOS 800D review: Autofocus and performance

The Nikon D5600’s 39-point autofocus was one of its major selling points over the Canon EOS 750D, so Canon’s jump to 45 points is a big deal. It’s arranged in a grid nine across by five tall, and the touchscreen makes it quick to select a single point, a group of nine or leave the camera to pick a subject to focus on.

There’s also an option to define a starting point but then for the camera to track the subject around the frame for as long as the shutter button is (half or fully) pressed. This worked well but not brilliantly in my tests. Tracking autofocus for fast-moving subjects is a big challenge for any camera, and the 800D is on the cusp of delivering reliable results.

Switching to live view mode, it showed itself to be much more reliable at tracking moving subjects, and autofocus was quick to update, too. It faltered in very low light, though, and in some circumstances the camera was unable to focus and capture a picture despite repeated attempts.

Performance was excellent in both modes. I timed 0.3 seconds between shots when using the viewfinder, and 0.4 second in live view mode. The later is a big improvement over the 750D, which took around one second in live view mode, and the Nikon D5600, which took over three seconds.

Continuous performance hit the claimed 6fps performance, and with a fast SD card it kept going until the card was full. It managed the same speed with continuous autofocus enabled, and also with live view, although with both selected it dropped to 4.3fps. This is a major breakthrough for consumer SLRs, which up until now have failed to deliver a responsive shooting experience in live view mode. It’s particularly significant here, as live view is likely to be particularly popular with people upgrading from a compact or smartphone camera.

Canon EOS 800D review: Video capture

The 800D is an excellent video camera, thanks largely to Dual Pixel. Autofocus is responsive and reliable enough to be used with confidence in critical situations such as wedding speeches where you can’t go for a second take. Subject tracking is reliable too, and the articulated touchscreen makes it easy to pick a moving or static subject to focus on. There’s a choice of automatic or manual exposure. Priority modes would have been welcome, but fixing the shutter speed and aperture and leaving the ISO speed in Auto mode means you can control motion blur but still benefit from automatic exposure. The exposure lock button is latching for video, making it easy to lock and release exposure levels on demand.

With so much going for it, it’s frustrating that video capture is limited to 1080p. Canon’s cheapest 4K camera is the EOS 5D Mark IV, but other manufacturers’ starting price for 4K is much lower. Keen videographers face a frustrating choice between superior details from the Panasonic G80 (for instance), superior autofocus from the EOS 800D or spending a lot of money for the best of both worlds.

However, for photographers who want to shoot the occasional video, the 800D’s reliability will probably be more valuable than the G80’s extra detail. It’s certainly the perfect choice for home videos, keeping kids in sharp focus as they career around the frame.

Canon EOS 800D review: Photo quality

We’ve learnt to have high expectations of Canon SLRs’ image quality, and on the whole the 800D didn’t disappoint. Colours were rich and clean without looking over-processed, and details were precise and natural.

Metering was generally accurate but the camera had a tendency to exposure for the darkest parts of the frame. Sometimes this worked to its advantage but other shots were slightly overexposed. There was also the issue with shutter speeds that failed to take subject motion or significant camera shake into account, which could significantly reduce the success rate in certain conditions.

Comparing our studio test shots with archived shots, the 800D showed a small improvement in noise levels compared to the Canon EOS 750D but couldn’t quite match the clean output of the Nikon D5600. The D5600’s advantage was slim, though, and only visible at ISO 3200 and above. More significant is the D5600’s greater dynamic range, allowing me to extract more shadow detail from its RAW files with radical exposure settings in Lightroom.

Overall, though, these criticisms are minor. Image quality was generally up to the high standards we’d expect from Canon.

^ Canon’s usual knack for rich yet lifelike colours is on display here, and there’s masses of detail in the 24-megapixel file.  (1/320s, f/10, ISO 100, 43mm equivalent)

**CAPTION: ^ Details are pixel sharp and there’s no hint of noise. (1/400s, f/11, ISO 100, 56mm equivalent)

**CAPTION: ^ The automatic exposure has adjusted for the darker foreground, allowing the background to be over-exposed. (1/200s, f/5.6, ISO 320, 216mm equivalent)

^ This shot is similar but I’d have preferred a darker exposure here. (1/60s, f/4.5, ISO 100, 43mm equivalent)

^ Skin tones are detailed and lifelike but most of the shots in this sequence (at 1/80s on a moving boat) were blurred. Some other cameras would have detected the motion and raised the shutter speed automatically. (1/80s, f/5, ISO 100, 56mm equivalent)

^ Lots of detail and little sign of noise at ISO 1250. (1/400s, f/5, ISO 1250, 99mm equivalent)

^ Shaded skin tones at ISO 2500 are beginning to stress-test the EOS 800D’s noise levels. Once again, the metering system has exposed for the darkest part of the frame, albeit successfully in this case. (1/30s, f/3.5, ISO 2500, 32mm equivalent)

^ A passable snap at ISO 10,000. (1/100s, f/5, ISO 10000, 99mm equivalent)

^ ISO 25,600 is a step too far but it’s great to be able to shoot at all in such low light. (1/25s, f/4.5, ISO 25600, 56mm equivalent)

Canon EOS 800D review: Verdict

This is a strange time for SLRs. Compact system cameras have overtaken them for performance and video capture, and they’re generally on a par for image quality, controls and ergonomics. Meanwhile, SLRs such as the EOS 800D are increasingly behaving like CSCs with their significant improvements to live view mode.

There’s still a place for SLRs, though. Some people will prefer an optical viewfinder to an electronic one — even if the view through it is smaller — and Canon and Nikon’s SLR lens ranges are way beyond any CSC.

Choosing between the Canon EOS 800D and Nikon D5600 is a tough call. Both offer excellent photo and video quality, with Nikon taking the lead for photos and Canon producing more accomplished videos. Both have decent ergonomics, save for a few operational niggles. The Canon is faster, particularly in live view mode, while the Nikon has a longer battery life. We’ll call it a draw and leave you to take your pick.

Hardware
Sensor resolution	24 megapixels
Sensor size	22.3×14.9mm
Focal length multiplier	1.6x
Optical stabilisation	In kit lens
Viewfinder	Optical TTL
Viewfinder magnification (35mm-equivalent), coverage	0.51x, 95%
LCD screen	3.2in (1,040,000 pixels)
Articulated	Yes
Touchscreen	Yes
Orientation sensor	Yes
Photo file formats	JPEG, RAW (CR2)
Maximum photo resolution	6,000×4,000
Photo aspect ratios	3:2, 4:3, 16:9, 1:1
Video compression format	MP4 (AVC) at up to 60Mbit/s
Video resolutions	1080p at 24/25/30/50/60fps, 720p at 25/30/50/60fps, VGA at 25/30fps
Slow motion video modes	N/A
Maximum video clip length (at highest quality)	29m 59s
Controls
Exposure modes	Program, shutter priority, aperture priority, manual
Shutter speed range	30 to 1/4,000 seconds
ISO speed range	100 to 51200
Exposure compensation	EV +/-5
White balance	Auto, 6 presets with fine tuning, manual, Kelvin
Auto-focus modes	45-point (cross-type)
Metering modes	Multi, partial, centre-weighted, centre, face detect
Flash modes	Auto, forced, suppressed, slow synchro, rear curtain, red-eye reduction
Drive modes	Single, continuous, self-timer, AE bracket, WB bracket, HDR
Kit lens
Kit lens model name	Canon EF-S 18-55mm IS STM
Optical stabilisation	Yes
Optical zoom (35mm-equivalent focal lengths)	3x (29-88mm)
Maximum aperture (wide-tele)	f/3.5-5.6
35mm-equivalent aperture	f/5.6-9
Manual focus	Yes
Closest macro focus (wide)	25cm
Closest macro focus (tele)	25cm
Physical
Lens mount	Canon EF-S
Card slot	SDXC
Memory supplied	None
Battery type	Li-ion
Connectivity	USB, Mini HDMI, 3.5mm microphone, wired remote
Wireless	Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1, NFC
GPS	Via smartphone app
Hotshoe	Canon E-TTL
Body material	Plastic
Accessories	USB cable, neck strap
Weight	532g (body only)
Dimensions (HxWxD)	100x131x76mm (body only)
Buying information
Warranty	One year RTB
Price including VAT	£869
Supplier	www.wexphotographic.com
Details	www.canon.co.uk
Part code	1895C018AA

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Akaso Brings WiFi Sports Action Camera To India

US based Action Camera company Akaso has recently launched a WiFi Sports Action Camera in India. The 4K Ultra HD Action Camera Akaso EK7000 provides Professional 4K 25fps & 2.7K 30fps video with 12MP photos at up to 30 frames per second.

According to a recent press release, the sports camera comes with a wireless 2.4G wrist remote control  to capture your world in all all-new way. Controlling the camera, framing shots or recording video are now ultra convenient with the help of this unique write remote.

The longer battery life Akaso EK7000 action camera comes with 2 rechargeable 1050 mAh batteries and 1 USB dual battery charger. The company claims that each such battery can record up to 90 minutes. You will no more worry about the recording time for this action camera.

With built-In WIFI & HDMI, one can edit and share one’s action in minutes. Just download App(iSmart DV) on your phone or tablet and connect with this action camera. Then operate or review the images or videos via Android or iOS devices. WiFi signal ranges up to 10 meters.

The 100 Feet(30m) waterproof camera Akaso EK7000 is designed to withstand extreme environments. It is equipped with IP68 waterproof durable case. It is ideal for water sports like swimming, drifting, surfing etc. Akaso EK7000 comes along with tons of free accessories, you can transform it to fit various indoor and outdoor extreme activities.

Akaso EK7000 is now available Exclusively on Amazon.in for Rs.7,999.

TAGS: Action Camera

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Best camera 2018: The best compact, CSC and digital SLR cameras from £199

Buying a camera can be a daunting process, with a huge range of different shapes, sizes, specs and features to look out for. In this guide you’ll find everything from hulking semi-pro DSLRs to pocketable compacts, and while some of the cameras here are getting on a bit, that doesn’t mean you should discount them completely – older models are even more likely to be available for bargain prices.

If you’re not sure which one is right for you, then be sure to read our complete in-depth buying guide on page two. There’s something for everyone here, from tiny compacts that will slip into your pocket right up to the best budget DSLRs, so it pays to make sure you’re choosing the right camera for your purposes. We’ve summarised the key points and specifications you need to know, but there are also quick links to our full reviews where you’ll find the results of our in-depth testing, including a selection of sample photographs for each camera.

To make this article easier to browse, and to make it easier for you to find the camera you’re after, we’ve split it into two. On this page you’ll find our favourite DSLR cameras and Compact System Cameras (CSCs), and over on page 2 you’ll find our pick the best Bridge cameras, Ultra-zoom cameras and Compact cameras. On page three we have a detailed buying guide, which will help you choose the right kind of camera for your needs.

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The best cameras to buy in 2018

The best CSC, digital SLR and high-end compact cameras

If you want the ultimate image quality and flexibility, a digital SLR or Compact System Camera is for you. There’s a lot of variation in this category, from hulking semi-pro DSLRs to fairly compact budget CSCs, but all of them have interchangeable lenses so you choose the best tool for the job. Generally speaking, sensor size is far bigger than on a compact camera, with this being the best, simple indicator of image quality, although big sensors do restrict zoom multipliers. Most of these cameras have plenty of manual controls, for those who want to fine-tune their exposures, though this isn’t always the case with the more budget CSC offerings.

1. Canon G7 X Mark II: The best compact camera you can buy

Price when reviewed: £599

An update to the brilliant G7 X, one of our favourite cameras of 2015, this new model has astounded us by being better yet. The core concept is still the same, take a 1in sensor and marry it with a bright lens in order to provide SLR kit lens quality in a far smaller and more portable package.

The small camera still fits into most pockets. Inside there’s a faster processor for quicker shooting and a better grip on the front, which is greatly appreciated for those times you’re holding a £500+ camera with a single hand. The LCD screen on back now tilts up and down, it’s still a touchscreen, so entering settings can be done using this and with the lens ring around the front, alongside a wealth of other dials and buttons.

It’s photo quality that really stand out, though. The 20-megapixel sensor and f/1.8-2.8 lens produce incredible results in almost all lighting conditions. There’s also a fairly wide 4.2x zoom range, bigger than most SLR kits lenses, so framing shots is a breeze too. The results are packed with detail, with great colours in JPEGs and a lack of noise that’s surprising for such a small camera.

The G7 X Mark II is already a strong contender for our camera of the year, if you need something more portable than a CSC or SLR this is the camera to buy.

Read our full Canon G7 X Mark II review

Key specs – Sensor resolution: 20 megapixels, Sensor size: 1in, Viewfinder: None, LCD screen: 3in (1,040,000 dots), Optical zoom (35mm-equivalent focal lengths): 4.2x (24-100mm), 35mm-equivalent aperture: f/5-7.7, Weight: 319g, Dimensions (HxWxD): 64x108x42mm

2. Canon EOS 5D Mark IV: A stunning DSLR, if you can afford it

Price when reviewed: £3,599

It’s not like the 5D Mark III was a bad camera – it was one of the best high-end DSLRs money could buy. But as you’d hope, Canon has revisited its legendary DSLR and pushed it to ever-greater heights. You now get impressively crisp 4K video recording as part of the package, and autofocus – traditionally a weak point – is now good enough that you can rely on it in most situations. This is a huge step forward for shooting video, but the quality of the photographs you get from the 5D Mark IV is better than ever.

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The upgraded 61-point autofocus sensor is a welcome addition; the full-frame sensor now has 30.4 megapixels to play with; and continuous shooting now hits 7fps, up from the 6fps on the previous model. Apart from a few nit-picks, this is a DSLR to be reckoned with. Whether you’re a deep-pocketed amateur or a professional that’s looking for an upgrade on an older model, this is one purchase you’re unlikely to regret.

Read our full Canon EOS 5D Mark IV review

Key specs – Sensor resolution: 30.4 megapixels, Sensor size: 36x24mm (Full frame), Focal length multiplier: 1x, Viewfinder: Optical TTL, LCD screen: 3.2in (1,620,000 dots), Lens mount: Canon EF, GPS, Wi-Fi, Weight: 800g, Size (HxWxD): 116x151x76mm

3. Fujifilm X-T2: The best CSC camera serious money can buy

Price when reviewed: £1,357

Fujifilm’s X-T1 was frustratingly close to perfection, and now the X-T2 has taken everything that made its predecessor so great and improved on it. You still get a pleasingly old-school design which is both weather-sealed and reassuringly robust, but the quality of the video capture has taken a huge leap forwards – this is now a superbly capable all-rounder for taking on both stills and video work.

There are still chinks in that somewhat dauntingly expensive armour, such as the slightly unreliable autofocus in burst stills and video modes, and Fujifilm should definitely look to give the next generation model a faster turn of speed in single drive mode.

That said, the X-T2 is a fantastic camera that delivers fantastic results in a wide range of challenging shooting conditions. For many people, that’s well worth paying a premium for.

Read our full Fujifilm X-T2 review

Key specs – Sensor resolution: 24 megapixels, Sensor size: 23.6×15.6mm (APS-C), Focal length multiplier: 1.5x, Viewfinder: Electronic (2.36 million dots), LCD screen: 3in (1.04 million dots), Lens mount: Fujifilm X Mount, Weight: 507g, Dimensions (HxWxD): 92x143x51mm

4. Sony RX100 V: A stunningly capable compact at a not-so-compact price

Price when reviewed: £943

It’d be easy to mistake the Sony RX100 V for a mere compact camera. Take one look at the photos and videos captured by this miniature wonder, however, and you’ll realise that you’re in the company of something very special indeed. There’s only one catch: you won’t get much change from £1,000.

Pay your money and you’ll be rewarded with the fastest camera we’ve ever encountered. The RX100 V grabs 23.1 images per second and is capable of keeping that up for 170 JPEGs or 72 RAW photos before slowing down – if you’re sick of missing that perfect shot, you’ve got no excuse with the Sony.

That speed wouldn’t be much good if it weren’t partnered with great image quality, and thankfully the RX100 V delivers the goods. The 24-70mm zoom is admittedly too short for sports and wildlife snapping, which is a touch disappointing, but photo and video quality is spotless. 4K video is crystal clear and photos retain impressive amounts of detail even in poor lighting conditions.

If you want a superlative camera that you can pop in a pocket, then the Sony is well worth considering – but with highly capable rivals such as the Canon PowerShot G7 X II costing substantially less, we’d think long and hard before taking the plunge.

Read our full Sony RX 100 V review

Key specs – Sensor resolution: 20 megapixels, Sensor size: 13.2×8.8mm (1in), Viewfinder: Electronic (2.4 million dots), LCD screen: 3in (1,228,800 dots), Optical zoom (35mm-equivalent focal lengths): 2.9x (24-70mm), 35mm-equivalent aperture: f/4.9-7.6, Weight: 298g, Dimensions (HxWxD): 60x104x41mm

5. Fujifilm X-T10: Superb photos, but video isn’t so great

Price when reviewed: £595

With retro designs and hands-on controls for enthusiasts, Fujifilm’s X-series cameras have built a solid following, mainly those who fondly remember the days of film cameras. it doesn’t matter if you like the look though as the cameras also have stunning image quality for their price, and the Fujifilm X-T10 is no exception.

This is the cheaper model in the current range, so there’s no metal body or weather-proofing here. You do still get plenty of dials and switches to play with, great ergonomic design and a well-thought-out control system. Still image quality is stunning, among the best you’ll see from an APS-C based CSC. Video isn’t its strongest point though and neither is raw speed, but pictures look great. At this price it’s something of a bargain, shooting pictures just like cameras twice the price.

Read our Fujifilm X-T10 review for details

Key specs – Sensor resolution: 16 megapixels, Sensor size: 23.6×15.6mm (APS-C), Focal length multiplier: 1.5x,Viewfinder: Electronic (2,360,000 dots), LCD screen: 3in (920,000 dots), Optical zoom (35mm-equivalent focal lengths): 3.1x (24-75mm),35mm-equivalent aperture: f/5.2-8.4, Lens mount: Fujifilm X Mount, Weight: 576g, Size (HxWxD): 85x130x116mm

6. Panasonic G80: The best CSC under £1,000… for now

Price when reviewed: £799

Panasonic has taken its brilliant G7 and pushed it to new heights – the G80 adds a weather-sealed body, bigger viewfinder, sensor-shift stabilisation and a posher kit lens. The £799 price is pretty reasonable by CSC standards and places it squarely between entry-level models such as the Canon EOS M3 and premium-priced cameras such as the Fujifilm X-T2, but the impressive thing is that it performs more like Fujifilm’s high-end rival in most respects. The G80’s performance, handling, features and range of controls are all top-notch, and its video performance is better than pretty much anything out there. Fujifilm’s X-T20 may yet knock it off its perch, but for now the G80 is flying high.

Read our full Panasonic G80 review for details

Key specs – Sensor resolution: 16 megapixels, Sensor size: 17.3x13mm (Micro Four Thirds), Focal length multiplier: 2x, Viewfinder: Electronic (2,360,000 dots), LCD screen: 3in (1,040,000 dots), Optical zoom (35mm-equivalent focal lengths): 5x (24-120mm), 35mm-equivalent aperture: f/7-11.2, Lens mount: Micro Four Thirds, Weight: 715g, Size (HxWxD): 79x137x130mm

7. Canon EOS 750D: A great mid-range DSLR

Price when reviewed: £617

The new Canon EOS 750D eschews fancy features to concentrate on what’s truly important from a camera – consistent image quality. Images from its new 24-megapixel sensor are consistently brilliant, with the camera’s new metering system providing enviable results in practically any conditions -measuring the brightness across the frame at 7,560 points, with 19 autofocus points.

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It’s got a great liveview mode too, handy for those making the leap from compact cameras or smartphones, with responsive subject tracking for sharp shots of moving subjects. It also comes with built-in Wi-Fi and NFC to make sharing photos easier via your smartphone. It’s the perfect SLR for those buying their first one or upgrading from an older model.

Read our full Canon EOS 750D review for details

Key specs – Sensor resolution: 24 megapixels, Sensor size: 22x15mm (APS-C) Focal length multiplier: 1.6x, Viewfinder: Optical, LCD screen: 3in (1,040,000 dots), Optical zoom (35mm-equivalent focal lengths): N/A, Lens mount: EF-Mount, Weight: 771g (body-only), Size (HxWxD): 104x132x148mm

8. Nikon D610: A superb full-frame DSLR

Price when reviewed: £1,449

Full-frame photography took a price crash last year, with both Canon and Nikon selling such cameras for around £1,500 for the first time. We preferred the Nikon D600 over its Canon rival, but then it started to suffer problems with dirt on the sensor. Now the problem wasn’t critical but it did through a spanner in the works of a great camera.

So now we have the D610, essentially the same camera but with the problem well and truly fixed. There have been a number of other minor tweaks, notably faster continuous shooting of 6fps, up from 5.5fps, and a new quiet continuous mode at 3fps.

Most things stay the same then, but that’s not a problem. Image quality is sublime, with colours that both sizzle and subtly recreate skin tones with ease. There’s barely any noise, even at high ISO speeds. There are all the controls you need and this should be high on your list if you’re serious about buying a DSLR.

Read our full Nikon D610 review for details

Key specs – Sensor resolution: 24.2 megapixels, Sensor size: 35.9x24mm, Focal length multiplier: 1x, Viewfinder: Optical TTL, LCD screen: 3.2in (921,000 dots), Optical zoom (35mm-equivalent focal lengths): , 35mm-equivalent aperture: , Lens mount: Nikon F, Weight: 850g, Size (HxWxD): 113x141x82mm

9. Canon EOS 70D: An ideal DSLR for enthusiasts

Price when reviewed: £999

The Canon EOS 70D is the new top-end model in Canon’s APS-C range, so if you’re looking for a great DSLR but aren’t ready to move to professional-class full frame cameras then this is a good choice. It’s extremely consistent with features, image and video quality all impressing. It has a new sensor-based autofocus which makes it far easier to use in live view (and for video) plus an articulated screen for shooting at unusual angles.

The new sensor has 20 megapixels, automatic exposures were brilliantly judged and the details were precise. Noise levels were low up to ISO 5000, but it’s not the best performer in this area admittedly. The consistency of the images it produces is the real highlight here, plus its flexibility as both a stills and video capture device. It’s our narrow favourite though pure photographers should seriously consider the Nikon D7100 as well.

Read our full Canon EOS 70D review for details

Key specs – Sensor resolution: 20 megapixels, Sensor size: 22x15mm (APS-C) Focal length multiplier: 1.62x, Viewfinder: Optical, LCD screen: 3in (1,040,000 dots), Optical zoom (35mm-equivalent focal lengths): N/A, Lens mount: EF-Mount, Weight: 755g (body-only), Size (HxWxD): 104x139x79mm

10. Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4: The best CSC for 4K video

Price when reviewed: £1,299

The GH series has long stood out among CSCs. Rather than use a mirrorless design to simply reduce the size of the device, Panasonic has concentrated on the technology’s leaning toward video capture. The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 then builds upon its predecessors’ reputation for excellent video quality and features with support for 4K footage, which looks stunning.

Even if you’re not yet in a position to enjoy such video, shooting in 4K has its advantages. When you downsample 4K footage to Full HD the new camera is capable of twice the colour resolution of previous efforts. Shooting this way also lets you crop into the frame in editing without a big noticeable loss in quality. There’s loads of video quality options, mic inputs and outputs, and uncompressed video can be streamed from the HDMI port.

As a camera, it’s also impressive, though you’ll find better examples at this price admittedly. Still it keeps up with most CSCs and image quality is solid and consistent rather than outstanding. For video though it has no peers given its price and portability, so if you’re a video enthusiast looking for a new camera, look no further.

Read our full Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 review for details

Key specs – Sensor resolution: 15.9 megapixels, Sensor size: 17.3x13mm (Micro Four Thirds) Focal length multiplier: 2x, Viewfinder: Electronic, LCD screen: 3in (1,036,000 dots), Optical zoom (35mm-equivalent focal lengths): N/A, Lens mount: Micro Four Thirds, Weight: 560g, Size (HxWxD): 95x144x84mm

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1More Launches THX Certified Headphone Triple Driver In-Ear Headphones In India

1More has recently announced the launch of World’s First THX Certified Headphone, Triple Driver In-Ear Headphones in India, for a price of Rs 8,999.

The company has once again collaborated with internationally acclaimed Grammy Award Winning producer, mixer, and sound engineer Luca Bignardi to perfect the final tuning to deliver a precise representation of your favorite artist’s intended sound.

Technically speaking, Triple driver transducer in-ear headphones have two balanced armatures and a separate dynamic driver that deliver an extremely powerful yet intimate listening experience.

The patented armatures work together to deliver sizzling highs and can withstand extremely high input power without distortion. They have an extended frequency range up to 40,000 Hz to reproduce high-resolution audio. Frequencies in this range add “transients”, a sonic quality normally only heard in live music. The armatures are uniquely inset with durable silicone covers for lasting performance and resilience. The patented triple layer driver with aerospace grade metal inside two outer layers of PET, a resilient polymer, greatly increases bass and midrange response time, definition, and fullness.

The high quality function matches form with a lightweight aluminum alloy body. The surfaces are precisely sand blasted and textured for aesthetic appeal and fingerprint resistance. The cable consists of interior enameled copper wrapped around Kevlar fiber to greatly increase durability and tensile strength. The surface of the cable is enhanced by TPE for softness and comfort with a final braided layer of nylon for lasting resilience and tangle resistance.

Product Specifications:

• Type: In-Ear
• Color: Titanium/Gold
• Impedance: 32 Ω
• Sensitivity: 99 dB
• Frequency Range: 20-40,000 Hz
• Rated Power: 5 mW
• Weight: 18 g
• Length: 1.25 m
• Plug: 3.5mm
• DAC: 24 Bit/ 48 kHz
• In-line Remote Control: Included
• Wire Material: Enameled Copper Wire
• Executive Standard: GB/T 14471-2013

TAGS: 1More USA

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Trends That Have Taken Centre Stage In 2017 In Mobile Data

In this digital age, mobile data usage is multiplying, thanks to social media and online presence becoming a prevalent part of everyday life. Mobile data usage exploded 42% from last year to 13.7 trillion megabytes, this equals to 35 times the amount of data used in the year 2010 and have the bandwidth to stream 1.6 million high-definition movies, according to the latest statistics from CTIA.

As per GSMA forecast, by 2018, the revenue generated by data traffic will exceed the revenue generated by voice traffic by $12 billion. Telecoms market research forecasts that mobile data revenue will reach $633 billion in 2018, whereas the global mobile data traffic will reach 17 exabytes per month.

Mobile data usage has tremendously risen due to smartphone addiction amongst users. Due to the superior end-user experience delivered by the faster networks and advanced devices, an average consumer currently spends more than three hours every day on the smartphone.

Video streaming has become the primary driver of mobile video data traffic as well, and in the next few years, peer to peer video calling services will continue to grow and increase the share of mobile data consumption.

In 2017, the world has reached a significant milestone in web usage as half of the world’s population is now connected to the internet. The total number of web users have increased by 10 percent from the year 2016. A critical factor contributing the growth in data usage is ‘Social Media’, which has seen 8 percent growth from last year.

Trends in Mobile Data Usage

Mobile Data Consumption by Region:

North America leads the chart with 22 GB of estimated data consumption per consumer per month, followed by Western Europe at 18 GB. The Asia Pacific region has depicted 7 GB of data consumed per subscriber per month, which is nearly one-third that of North America.

Mobile Data Traffic by Region	ExaBytes per Month (2016)
Asia Pacific	3.7
CEMA	1.4
Western Europe	1.2
North America	1.8
Latin America	0.7

However, Asia Pacific has the largest share of mobile data traffic, 3.7 exabytes per month, contributed mainly due to smartphone proliferation. This is followed by CEMA region, whereas Latin America is at the bottom of the chart with 0.7 exabytes of mobile data traffic per month.

Data Consumption by Device and Applications

Video streaming has consumed highest data among all devices accounting for nearly half of all data consumed. Among video streaming apps, YouTube tops the market, with nearly 50-70% of all data traffic. Netflix ranks second with 10-20% of cellular traffic.

There has been 70% increase in the number of consumers who prefer watching content on their smartphones. However, 2/3rd of the younger population’s time is spent consuming TV shows and videos on tablets and laptops. Video consumption remains at the top of data consumption on a smartphone; social media follows behind!

There has been a steady increase in the volume of data traffic attributed to smartphones in recent years. Different classes of devices used in various consumption scenarios have led to the rise in data consumption across the world. Mobile’s share of web traffic accounts for 50%, followed by laptops and desktops at 45%, and tablets at 5%.

The data for second screening by device has shown tremendous growth in the mobile category over the years. Percentage of internet users who use mobile devices while watching TV has increased to 69%, whereas laptop PC and tablets stand at 33% and 19% respectively.

The Way Forward

With the explosion of smartphones, expansion of cell infrastructure, and broad adoption of mobile video, mobile data consumption will increase seven-fold by 2021, according to the Cisco Mobile Visual Networking Index Forecast.

This means by 2021; mobile data will account for 20% of total internet traffic, which was just 8% in 2016.

Enhanced performance, expansion of networks, and the lower cost of high-performing devices will boost the number of global smartphones to 6.2 billion by 2021, accounting for 50 percent of connected devices globally.

The massive demand for mobile data has already burdened mobile carriers. This rapid growth of mobile data usage will increase the data networks offloading to Wi-Fi, and by 20121 this will compromise 63 percent of total mobile data.

Mobile data will see the fastest growth due to accelerated growth of AR, VR and live videos. According to projections, mobile video will increase 870% from 2016 to 2021, reaching 38 exabytes per month. This will represent 78% of total mobile data traffic. Ideally, the use of embedded video in social media and web pages, fueled by larger device screens, higher resolution and new platforms supporting live streaming will contribute to this growth.

The spectacular rise of mobile apps and mobile connectivity has fueled the growth of 4G, and sooner this will fuel the growth of 5G as well, which will, in turn, drive higher mobile data consumption.

The lack of robust network infrastructure for standards 4G network has been the holding back the mass handset and application adoption in the emerging markets. In the coming years, building up infrastructure in emerging markets will help spread richer app usage in these regions.

Conclusion:

To create a genuine mass market for data, operators will have to promote the growth in the volume of data and the number of users. Thus, to adapt to the new telecom market ruled by data, mobile operators will need to make some changes.

Mobile data management will be the solution that will enable operators to manage their network’s quality, service and bandwidth costs.

With mobile data management solutions, operators can efficiently manage the significant rise in network traffic, monetise data, and ultimately enhance the customer experience.

TAGS: Mobile Phone

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How to Fix Integrated Webcam Not Working on Windows 10

How to Fix Integrated Webcam

Not Working on Windows 10

If your integrated webcam is not working since Windows 10 update or upgrade, the problem is likely to be caused by faulty drivers or driver conflicts. To fix the problem, first, check the driver status in Device Manager. Follow instructions in this post and your webcam should work again.First, go to Device Manager and see if there is a yellow mark next to the webcam device. The device may list under entry Imaging devices or Other devices. If under Other devices, the device name could also be Unknown Device.

If you see a yellow sign there, follow guides below to fix the problem. If not, proceed to Instructions for the device with not yellow mark on it.

Uninstall the Driver

1. Right-click on the device and select Uninstall on the pop-up context menu. Following screenshot is for your reference.

2. Confirm Device Uninstall window will pop up. Click OK button to apply the uninstall.

3. Reboot your computer. After rebooting, Windows will reinstall the driver automatically.

If Windows does not install the driver automatically, download and install the latest driver manually.

Update the Driver Manually

Go to your PC manufacturer’s website to download the latest Windows 10 driver for the integrated webcam. Before you get started, ensure that you know the PC model and the specific operating system that you are using (See How to Get Operating System Version).

For some PC models, the manufacturer may not release Windows 10 driver. If you are in this situation, download the driver for Windows 7 or Windows 8, which is always compatible with Windows 10.

Usually, the downloaded driver file will be .zip file or .exe file. For .zip file, extract it completely then you will get the .exe file. To install the driver, just double-click on the .exe file and follow the on-screen instructions.

After installing the driver, if the problem persists, install the driver again in the Compatibility mode for Windows 7. Follow these steps:

1. Go to the webcam software program folder and find the executable file (.exe).

2. Right-click on the file and select Properties in the pop-up context menu.

3. Go to Compatibility tab and change the Compatibility mode to Windows 7 (See following screenshot). After that, click Apply and OK button to apply the changes.

4. Install the driver again.

If you have difficulty downloading and installing the driver manually, you can use Driver Easy to help you. Driver Easy can scan your computer to detect all problem drivers in several seconds, then give you new drivers. It has Free version and Paid version. With Paid version, to update drivers, all you need to do is click your mouse 2 times. Moreover, you can enjoy professional tech support guarantee, you can contact us for further assistance regarding the integrated webcam not working issue. To resolve the problem, use Driver Easy as your final solution (Recommended).

Instructions for the device with not yellow mark on it:

Disable and Enable the Device

1. Right-click on the device and select Uninstall on the pop-up context menu.

2. Right-click on the device again and select Enable on the pop-up context menu.

If the problem persists, you might need to reset the computer. Note while performing reset, ensure to select Keep my files so that your personal files will be saved.

Follow these steps to reset the computer:

1. Click Start menu icon in left bottom corner.

2. Click on Power button, hold down Shift key and click on Restart.

Make sure you hold the Shift key down when Windows is restarting and don’t release it until you see the following screen.

3. Select Troubleshoot.

4. Select Reset this PC.

5. Select Keep my files.

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iVooMi Announces i1 And i1s Smartphones In India

New kid on the block, iVooMi is ready to heat up the entry-level segment with its smartphones. The Chinese company has announced the iVooMi i1 and i1s These handsets offer thin bezel design at an affordable price.

Both these phones feature a 5.45-inch HD screen with 18:9 aspect ratio. The pair is powered by quad-core MediaTek MKT6737v chipset. The i1 and i1s come with rear dual camera setup 13 MP + 2 MP. On the front, it has an 8 MP snapper. You also get a fingerprint sensor and 3000 mAh battery.

What separates the i1 and i1s is RAM and storage capacity. The iVooMi i1 comes with 2 GB RAM and 16 GB internal storage, The i1s offers 3 GB RAM and 32 GB inbuilt storage. Both these phones are exclusivey available from Flipkart. As per the listing, the i1 is priced at Rs 6000 and i1s costs Rs 7500.

TAGS: Budget Smartphones

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