Canon EOS R50 Mirrorless Camera ( Black ) with RF-S18-45mm is STM kit lens is now available to purchase in India online via Amazon.in. The MRP list price is ₹75,490. The lowest price online at the time of this writing ( April 3, 2023 ) is ₹72,490. If you already have RF Mount lenses laying around, you can buy this body only as well.
Specs Highlights
24.2 MP Sensor
6000×4000 pixels photos
Mirrorless
RF Mount
APS-C Camera
DIGIC X processor
ISO 100–32,000 range
Single UHS-II Card Slot
USB Type-C port
5-axis electronic image stabilization for Videos
supports JPEG L/RAW/C-RAW/HEIF formats
Pop-up flash
Flip-out LCD screen
LP-E17 battery.
Canon EOS R50 is an APS-C mirrorless camera that takes Canon RF lenses. Older DSLR lenses are not supported natively. It features a 24.2MP CMOS sensor letting you take a max 6000×4000 pixels photos (JPEG L/RAW/C-RAW/HEIF). It is powered by DIGIC X processor.
There is no built-in mechanical image stabilization available on this camera. However, it supported In-body 5-axis electronic image stabilization when shooting videos ( Movie Digital IS ). It supports Digital Tele-converter x2.0 & x4.0.
One-Shot AF, AI Focus AF (stills), and Servo AF / Movie Servo AF are the various Auto Focus modes this camera supports. This camera has got Up to 651 AF frame zones. Human and Animal eye detection is supported. (All AF mode)
In still mode, it supports an ISO range of 100–32,000. When shooting video and HDR PQ movies, this range is 100–12,800. This camera has a Single UHS-II compatible Card Slot that takes SD, SDHC, or SDXC cards.
Various ports include USB Type-C (Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) equivalent, External microphone IN, HDMI micro (Type D) and Multi-function Shoe. It uses an LP-E17 battery.
Google has officially launched the Pixel 7 Series in many countries including India. If you look at these devices and read the specs sheets, you would be sure tempted to skip this series and wait for the next generation Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro models as the new Pixel 7 Pro and Pixel 7 have a lot in common with the last year’s Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro.
The main camera is the same. The ultra-wide-angle camera is the same. The processor inside is almost the same. The displays as well. Why would you want to upgrade to a new phone or buy it when you can get the older generation models for a cheaper price?
Let’s analyze. What’s the number one reason people buy high-end smartphones these days? Even though you could argue a few would buy it for a high-quality display, a high-end processor performance, or just to show off the fruit logo on the back, the majority buy an expensive new flagship smartphone to get the best camera experience. The new iPhone 14 Pro models and the Google Pixel 7 Pro models are going to be bought for their cameras by the most rather than their displays or fast processors.
Let’s talk about smartphone cameras. Over the years, Smartphone cameras have come a long way. Thanks to the computational photography magic on both iPhones and Google Pixels, or just take any other phone, whether it be flagship phones from Samsung or OnePlus, you can easily create high-quality photos with these modern-day smartphone camera sensors. Let’s assume you have all these smartphones, and you take a ton of photos in the daytime, you would be surprised to see the differences in quality between these new smartphone cameras aren’t that big. You surely can see a difference if you Pixel-peep between a high-end iPhone and a low-end Android smartphone. But people don’t view photos like that. If you post these on places like Instagram, Tiktok, Facebook, etc, if you didn’t mention the smartphone name, most wouldn’t be able to differentiate between a regular landscape photo taken on a Pixel and a low-budget Android phone.
There are, however some areas in which high-end Apple iPhones and Google Pixels shine. For eg, Night shots.
Google used the same main camera from Pixel 2 onwards to Pixel 6a, still every new generation produced better images ( Again, you would need to pixel peep to see these differences often ). The new Pixel 7 Pro is using the same main camera sensor as the last-gen Pixel 6 Pro. Even though not confirmed, we can expect the upcoming Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro to use the same sensor as Google has for a couple of years tuning their Google Camera app to churn out perfect photos from this sensor. If Google plans to introduce a completely new sensor in the upcoming Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel 8, then they will have the extra task of tuning all the algorithms to match the new sensor which would be a time-consuming task for even a giant corporation like Google.
Why do I think you should get the Google Pixel 7 Pro if you love photography?
New Macro Mode
10bit HDR recording
Unblur feature
Better telephoto lens
New Super res zoom algorithms
4K @ 30fps on all rear cameras
Cinematic blur ( Apple had it in iPhone 13 Pro )
With the Pixel 7 Pro, Google is introducing some new features in the camera department. It has better zoom controls, new upscaling algorithms to offer better digital zoom, a macro mode, a better telephoto lens, 10bit HDR recording, 4K @ 60fps on all rear cameras, unblur feature, etc. If we look at the history of camera hardware changes landed on Pixel phones, the next-gen Pixel 8 Series is expected to carry almost identical hardware ( maybe a new Google Tensor G3 chip that supports 8K Video recording ), with improvements made with Google’s software magic. So many of the new software chances, if Google chooses, can land on the Pixel 7 Pro via Pixel feature drops.
The best camera is the one you have in your pocket they say. With the Pixel 7 Pro in your pocket, you are getting a camera with macro capabilities, an ultra-wide-angle lens, a regular lens, a 5x zoom lens with new upscaling algorithms, a camera that can record 10-bit HDR videos which can be uploaded straight to many social media platforms thanks to Google working with them, real tone that captures subject’s real skin tone, Night modes, and Astrophotography modes, Cinematic Blur in videos etc.
This smartphone is a real camera powerhouse, perfectly made for the modern social media generation. IMO Google Pixel 7 Pro is the best flagship Android Camera Smartphone you should buy today ( I have grabbed one from Flipkart already ).
Go Pro has officially launched Hero 11 Black CHDHX-111-RW and Hero 11 Mini Action Cameras in India online. The price in the US for GoPro Hero 11 starts at $499.99. In India, GoPro Hero 11 Black CHDHX-111-RW price starts at ₹51,500 and is now available to pre-order online from Amazon.in.Check here for more info and full specs. The official India release date is September 16, 2022.
The new GoPro Hero 11 Black CHDHX-111-RW features a 27MP sensor and is powered by GP2 chip which we first saw in last year’s GoPro Hero 10 models. This new action camera supports 5.3K60 video recording as well as 2.7K 240 slow-mo video recording. It has a new 8:7 aspect ratio sensor which enables online creators and influencers to create better vertical style, mobile-friendly videos for Tiktok, Youtube Shorts, Instagram Reels, etc.
Other features include HyperSmooth 5.0, Horizon Lock, improved stabilization for 4:3 aspect ratio footage, and AutoBoost for maximum stabilization with minimal image cropping.
Like the last-gen Hero 10, the new Hero 11 Black also has built-in, foldable mounting fingers – so you don’t have to use a separate housing to mount it like the older generation GoPros. The Hero 11 is equipped with a 1720mAh Lithium-Ion Enduro battery for better, long-lasting battery life.
According to the listing on Amazon.in, the new GoPro Hero 11 comes with a 2 Year warranty option ( 1 year international + 1 year local India warranty – For 1 Year extended warranty you need to visit gopro.luxurypersonified.co.in and do the needful ).
GoPro’s main rival in the action camera market – DJI – has also announced their Osmo Action 3 camera on the same date. It is yet to be available to pre-order online in India. Price-wise, DJI Osmo Action 3 will be available for a cheaper launch selling price in India.
Since the launch of the new Hero 11 Black, older generation GoPros such as Hero 10 Black, Hero 9, Hero 8, etc will be available for discounted prices from Flipkart, Amazon.in etc. Check out the current deals for these cameras on Amazon.in here.
GoPro Hero 11 Black Technical Details
Model no: CHDHX-111-RW
Image Sensor resolution: 27MP Photos
Sensor aspect ratio: 8:7
Chipset: GP2 Chip
Video recording modes: 5.3K60 / 4K120 / 2.7K240
Recording aspect ratio: 16:9, 4:3, 8:7
Video color depth: 8-Bit + 10-Bit Color
Rugged + Waterproof to 33ft (10m)
Video stabilization: HyperSmooth 5.0 Video Stabilization with AutoBoost
Live streaming: 1080p
Battery capacity: 1720mAh Lithium-Ion
Webcam Mode: Yes
TimeWarp 3.0 Video
Horizon Lock / Horizon Leveling
Star Trails, Light Painting, Vehicle Light Trails Effects
SuperPhoto + HDR
Digital Lenses: HyperView, SuperView, Wide, Linear, Linear + Horizon Lock/Leveling
Night Lapse Video
Built-In Mounting with Folding Fingers
HERO11 Black Mods Compatibility
RAW in All Photo Modes
In the box: HERO11 Black Camera | Rechargeable Enduro Battery | Curved Adhesive Mount | Mounting Buckle | USB-C Cable | Thumb Screw | Camera Case
Amazon India has GoPro HERO10 Black Bundle with INR 7700 Freebies Offer listed online as part of their Great Republic Day 2022 Sale. The current lowest price for this is ₹53,990. With this package, you get a Free Swivel Clip, Battery & Shorty Mini+ Tripod. This bundle is currently sold by Cam Zone seller and is Fulfilled by Amazon.
Check here for the current pricing, offers and availability.
GoPro HERO10 Black is currently the best-selling Action Camera online in India. It is powered by the All-new GP2 processor making it much faster than the previous-gen GoPro cameras.
Hero 10 Black supports shooting 5.3K @ 60fps + 4K @ 120fps video resolutions as well as lets you shoot 23-megapixel photos. Whether you are blogging or using it mounted on your dirt bike, you get smooth, shake-free videos thanks to the Advanced HyperSmooth 4.0 video stabilization.
It also supports various GoPro mods like Max Lens Mod, Media Mod ( Add a directional mic, HDMI port + more. ), Display Mod ( Extra-large flip-up screen for framing + vlogging. ), Light Mod etc.
DJI Action 2 Camera with Dual Screen Combo is now available to purchase in India online. It’s quite surprising to see DJI making a new product available to purchase in India on the launch day itself. The current lowest price for DJI Action 2 Dual Screen Combo in India is₹51,990. The MRP Price is ₹54,990. This new DJI Action 2 Camera is now available to purchase online from Amazon.in, currently sold by Appario Retail Private Ltd and Fulfilled by Amazon. Check here for the pricing, availability and buyer reviews if any.
Update: DJI Action 2 Power Combo is also now in stock on Amazon.in. It has a launch selling price of ₹41,990.
Jan 2022 update: Republic Day 2022 Sale offers on Amazon.in – DJI Action 2 Dual Screen Combo Offer price: ₹38,990, DJI Action 2 Power Combo Offer price: ₹29,990.
DJI Action 2 Camera is a compact, modular Action Camera that uses magnets to connect accessories. You can use various modules to enhance the functionality of this action camera. Along with the Dual Screen Combo, DJI has also launched DJI Action 2 Power Combo which is currently out of stock online in India.
This new action camera from DJI supports 4K @ 120fps slow-mo recording and is 10m Waterproof. Keep in mind only the Camera module is waterproof. In order to use the Dual Screen combo underwater, you would need to use a waterproof case made for it. It comes with features like HorizonSteady, Rocksteady 2.0 Image stabilization, Timelapse, DNG raw shooting, Digital zoom etc.
Since this is a modular action camera, DJI has announced a wide range of accessories you can magnetically attach to it.
The Front Touchscreen Module features an OLED screen and provides a maximum battery life of 160 minutes and can record 4-mic Matrix Stereo input. The Power Module when attached, can film for up to 180 minutes and also has a micro-sdcard slot. By default, the Camera module has 32GB of internal storage. Other accessories include Remote Control Extension Rod, Magnetic Lanyard, Waterproof case, Macro lens attachment, DJI Floating handle, Magnetic Ball-Joint Adapter mount, Magnetic adapter mount, DJI Mic and many more to come.
GoPro has launched HERO10 Black Model ( GO-PRO-BLK-H10 ) in India online. Amazon.in has now listed this model for an MRP price of ₹54,500, currently sold by Appario Retail Private Ltd and Fulfilled by Amazon. The launch selling price will be less than the MRP. Check here for the current lowest price, offers, and buyer reviews if any. In the US, the price is $499.
GoPro HERO10 Black comes with a newer and faster processor in the form of GP2 processor which makes the overall performance of the camera snappier compared to the older GoPro Hero9 model. GoPro has also just announced a Firmware Update that enables longer video recording times and extended battery life.
GoPro HERO10 Black lets you shoot 23MP stills and up to 5.3K @ 60 videos. For high-quality, super slow-mo videos, this new GoPro can shoot 4K @ 120fps as well. The new model comes with updated HyperSmooth 4.0 Video Stabilization and has TimeWarp 3.0 Video.
Digital lenses, which we saw on last-gen models are available on this 2021 model as well. You can choose between SuperView, Wide, Linear + Horizon Leveling, Linear or Narrow to get a different view. Like the GoPro Hero9, the new model also has Built-In Mounting with Folding Fingers letting you mount the camera easily. GoPro has equipped the Hero10 with a 1720mAh Lithium-Ion battery and also has released a new Enduro High-Performance Battery to increase cold temperature performance.
GoPro Hero 10 Specs Highlights
Processor: GP2 Chip
Photo resolution: 12MP
Video recording: 5.3K60, 4K120 + 2.7K240 Wide FOV
Battery: 1720mAh Lithium-Ion
Max Video bitrate: 100Mbps
Waterproof rating: Rugged + Waterproof to 33ft (10m)
Digital Lenses: SuperView, Wide, Linear + Horizon Leveling, Linear, Narrow
Image stabilization: HyperSmooth 4.0
Mods: HERO10 Black Mods
Live streaming supported: Full HD 1080P
Power tools: HindSight, LiveBurst, Scheduled Capture, Duration Capture
DJI OM 5 is now listed and available to purchase in India online. Amazon.in has this new DJI Smartphone Gimbal Stabilizer in stock. It has an MRP price of ₹17,990 in India. It will be available for a lower price in the coming weeks. The current lowest price online is₹14,999. ( Sep 2021 ). In the US, this has a price tag of $159. You can buy this in two color options – Athens Gray and Sunset White. Check here for the current lowest price and availability.
DJI OM 5 is a lightweight, handheld 3-Axis Smartphone Gimbal Stabilizer that supports both the Android and Apple iPhones, that helps you shoot better videos. It has a lot of the same features as the older DJI OM 4, but comes with some new features which would surely tempt you to upgrade.
The DJI OM 5 comes with a Built-in Extension Rod which can help you shoot videos in challenging angles, as well as help you get a good distance from your face when vlogging. This new model also comes with ShotGuides – which automatically recognizes the scene you are shooting and recommends a suitable shot sequence, along with a tutorial for how to get it.
OM 5 has the new ActiveTrack 4.0, which tracks subjects with greater stability and responsiveness comparing to the older ActiveTrack 3.0 we got on the previous-gen OM 4. You can control this smartphone gimbal using DJI Mimo App which works both on Apple iPhones and Android smartphones.
In the box: DJI OM Magnetic Phone Clamp 2, a grip tripod, a power cable, a storage pouch, and the OM 5 quick start guide.
DJI OM 4 SE is also in stock online in India now. It has an MRP Price of ₹9,999 ( Sep 2021 ).
DJI OM 5 vs DJI OM 4 Specs comparison
Weight: DJI OM 4 weighs 390g while OM 5 is 100g less at 290g – Lighter and More compact
Tracking: ActiveTrack 4.0 is available on the new OM 5 while the older one uses ActiveTrack 3.0
Story Mode: Available on both models
Gesture Control: Available on both models
ShotGuides – new feature available only on OM 5
OM 5 has Built-In Extension Rod (215 mm long ), OM 4 doesn’t have any such extension.
DJI OM 5 is available in a new color option – Sunset White
Price Drop | Deal on GoPro HERO8 Black with 3-Way Grip and Rechargeable Battery on Amazon India
Amazon India has listed GoPro HERO8 Black with 3-Way Grip and Rechargeable Battery for a Deal price of Rs 31,999. Normally on the product page, Amazon.in lists warranty information, which is actually missing on this model – so buy at your own risk.
Amazon.in has been selling GoPro Hero 8 for a price of Rs 34,490. You can also buy it with various accessories combos. ( check them out here )
The current best-selling action camera in India right now ( June 2020 ) is older GoPro Hero 7 with Shorty, SD Card, and Rechargeable Battery ( Rs 28,990 only ). If you want a cheaper action camera, you can also buy DJI Osmo Action for Rs 21,999 ( check here )
Fujifilm X-T4 Mirrorless Camera is currently the best APS-C mirrorless camera you can buy in the market. This is the current ( 2020 ) flagship camera from the Fujifilm and features improved specs over its predecessor Fujifilm X-T3.
Fujifilm X-T4 is now available to purchase in India online from Amazon.in. It has a price tag of Rs 1,51,899 ( body only ) – Rs 1,95,999 ( with 16-80mm kit lens ). You can buy this in either Silver or Black color. ( check out the current lowest prices here )
XT-4 can also be bought with 18-55mm kit lens, however currently it’s out of stock in India.
Specs and Features
XT-4 has the same image sensor has the older XT-3. They have however equipped this new camera with IBIS ( In body image stabilization ). You can also DIS ( Digital Image Stabilization ) and IS Boost mode while recording video to get smoother footage.Older XT-3 do not have the IBIS.
Fujifilm is also bringing a better, more efficient battery on this new model – NP-W235 – which has a CIPA rating of 500 shots per charge.
26MP Back Side Illuminated ( BSI ) CMOS sensor
IBIS ( 6.5EV )
4K @ 60fps support ( currently no Sony Alpha cameras can do that )
Full HD 240fps slow-motion support
Fully articulating LCD screen with touch support
3.68M dot EVF
20 fps shooting with AF
Newer battery – NP-W235 battery
Dual UHS-II card slots
USB Type-C port
In the US, XT-4 has a price tag of $1699 body only and $2199 with 16-80mm kit lens.
Sony has just launched a compact vlog camera for Instagram and Tiktok generation. Sony ZV-1 is a modified RX100 camera with some new features brought in to help people vlog better.
ZV-1 vs RX100VA
ZV-1 has similar specs as the older RX100VA. They both feature the excellent Zeiss F1.8 – F2.8 aperture 24-70mm lens and 1-inch sensor. It’s not clear if they both come with the same exact 1-inch sensor though.
There are a few features ZV-1 has but RX100VA doesn’t.
ZV-1 has a fully articulating slide-out LCD screen making it easy to record videos at any angle
Excellent Eye-AF is available on ZV-1, but not on RX100VA
Sony’s newer tracking AF is available on ZV-1.
There is a new Face Priority Exposure mode available on the ZV-1
Product showcase mode is currently not available on any RX100 series camera but is available on ZV-1
There is one feature RX100VA has, which many wish Sony kept it on the ZV-1 as well. The EVF – Electronic View Finder – is missing on the vlog camera. This can come in handy when you are shooting videos and photos outside on a sunny day. The LCD screen is not that bright under direct sunlight when recording 4K on the ZV-1. EVF would have helped in such conditions to compose and shoot better.