Casio launches rugged action camera line, starts with GZE-1

Casio is getting in on the rugged action camera market with its new line called G’z EYE. Kicking it off, the company launched in Japan the GZE-1.This action camera takes inspiration from the company’s G-Shock series. It makes use of the similar cylindrical guard structure as the watches and has urethane resin material to handle the shocks and impact it might incur. As you can see in the video above, it looks like an armoured GoPro. Its body is dust-, water-, shock-, and low temperature-resistant. It can work underwater for up to 50m or in temperatures as low as -10°C without needing an extra case.

In terms of its camera specs, the GZE-1 has a 6.9-megapixel 1/2.3-inch BSI CMOS sensor that can take 6-megapixel stills and 1080p30 video. It has a 13mm f/2.8 wide angle lens. If you want to record slow motion videos, you have the option to do so in 240fps at 384p or 120fps at 480p. You can control the camera using Casio’s smartwatch or move images to the mobile app using the built-in Bluetooth connectivity of the camera. It launches in Japan with a price tag of 46,000 yen (around CA$525).

Source: GSMArena

HTC tipped to take on GoPro cameras

While we thought HTC was going to introduce a new selfie-centric camera at their upcoming event, it would seem the brand has plans to enter a new market. HTC is reportedly introducing a “lifestyle” camera that will go against GoPro market. HTC is apparently behind the website and Twitter account teasing what is called the ReCamera. The site shows a video loop of people doing various activities such as dancing, swimming, and biking. We just have a bit more time to wait before we find out what the Double Exposure event is. And if this would really have HTC fully entering the photography space.

Source: PCWorld

First look at Sony's new AS100V Action Cam

Sony's big push in the digital and video camera space includes their new and improved Action Cam which now no longer require protective cases and come with a new selection of accessories including a remote monitor that you can use to switch between up to five Action Cams wirelessly. Here's a brief look see from the recently concluded Sony Dealer Show in Toronto

Liquid Image introduces LTE connectivity to new action cam

Liquid Image wants to make sure your action camera’s upload speeds match the adrenaline-pumping adventures you go on. The new Ego LS camera unveiled at CES is believed to be the first action cam equipped with LTE connectivity. It can transmit stills and WQVGA (or at 400 x 240 only) videos at 30 frames per second for up to two hours over 4G. While offline though, the 8-megapixel camera can record at 1080p/30fps or 720p/60fps. It is also equipped with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity and can connect to Liquid Image app on iOS and Android.

It is also equipped with a microSD slot that supports up to 64GB cards and has new continuous photo and motion detection features. A launch is slated for June for two models—one with LTE and one without—and will cost about US$200.

Source: Engadget