This Camera-Equipped iPod Nano Is A Prototype That Takes Overexposed Photos

By Chris Chang, posted February 1, 2012 at 1:35 PM, 2,085 views

Alright, what you are seeing here is a next-generation iPod Nano with an alleged 1.3-megapixel camera on its back, while still keeping the current model’s size and display. It’s real, and it’s a two-month-old prototype that has big problems. It comes with an auto iris lens that can be affected by diffraction and blurring when the iris opening becomes too small in bright conditions. Ok, I gotta say it simply, it takes overexposed photos.

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Camera Showdown: Meizu MX vs. iPhone 4S, Xiaomi and Meizu M9

By Chris Chang, posted December 14, 2011 at 11:18 AM, 4,535 views

Had about 10+ emails asking us for some comparison between Meizu MX and other top smartphones these days, so we figured out we would spend some time to collect the results of tests that are done by Chinese tech sites who have got their hands on the Meizu MX. So, most of our readers want to know how does that new eight megapixel sensor and f/2.2 aperture lens make MX an appealing upgrade from Meizu’s last generation Android phone M9. And most importantly, how does the MX’s camera stack up against competition with Apple’s iPhone 4S and the super affordable Xiaomi? Jump past the break to see the results, and check out “our” comprehensive MX sample gallery below.

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Nikon Mirrorless Cameras Are Made in China

By Chris Chang, posted October 27, 2011 at 5:09 PM, 7,945 views

Two things. One, we love micro four thirds but we aren’t impressed by the new Nikon mirrorless cameras — the V1 and J1 . Two, here’s an in-depth look at the Chinese factory that makes Nikon’s mirrorless cameras.

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Olympus E-PL3 Officially Available in China (video)

By Chris Chang, posted August 24, 2011 at 5:08 PM, 564 views

We love Micro Four Thirds camera, so we think we must report this piece of news. Olympus is going to bring one of its new cameras in the family PEN to China today, the E-PL3. If you live in China, you can get the Olympus E-PL3 with a 14-42mm lens for 4,999 yuan (about $782). Available in 4 colors — red, silver, white and black. Check out the ads (exclusively for China) after the break.

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The Return of The World’s Tiniest Micro Four Thirds Camera (video)

By Chris Chang, posted June 13, 2011 at 11:14 AM, 2,751 views

Just a few weeks ago, we got our sweaty hands on the world’s tiniest Micro Four Thirds camera which is as small as a SD card. It was available for sale in limited stocks, and it was sold out within 24 hours. It’s definitely a must-have toy/cellphone strap for Olympus fanboys, and figure collectors. And today, it is in stock again at M.I.C. store, with two new models, tiny mini E-PL1 and E-P2, along with the previous E-PL2. Only 100 available, and check out a nice little video to see how amazing it is.

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The Tiny Mini E-PL2 Gets Hot with Figurines

By Chris Chang, posted May 17, 2011 at 1:25 PM, 1,047 views

The tiny-mini Olympus E-PL2 toy/cellphone strap is cute, and it becomes a perfect accessory when toy figurines get their hands on it.

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The Tiny Mini Micro Four Thirds Camera. Exclusive Hands-on!

By Chris Chang, posted May 16, 2011 at 4:14 AM, 4,794 views

We don’t care who makes the smallest camera, since we just got our hands all over the tiny, mini form of Olympus E-PL2. It’s real, but non-functional.

UPDATE: Check out how awesome it looks in Obama figurine’s hands!

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Guy in Hong Kong Owns Over 1,000 Instant Cameras

By Chris Chang, posted May 14, 2011 at 3:14 AM, 1,461 views

This is amazing. A Hong Kong resident, TM Wong, sets a Guinness World Record for having the most instant cameras in the world, with his collection totaling 1,042 cameras—or so he told Guinness. Well, he could use a different one each day for nearly three years. More photos after the break.

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Olympus E-PL2 Gets A Fashion Makeover in Hong Kong

By Chris Chang, posted February 8, 2011 at 1:49 PM, 4,554 views

This is stunning. Olympus shows off their latest Micro Four Thirds E-PL2 with 48 different looks at a bus stop in Hong Kong. The cameras are beautifully decorated and I’m sure you will love one of the designs. We have a wholesome of pictures after the break, enjoy.

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Meizu M9 Preview: Unboxing and Hands-On (with several videos!)

By Chris Chang, posted December 18, 2010 at 2:15 PM, 16,123 views

Here it is folks, the Meizu M9. It’s the M8-successor and it’s an Android smartphone. The screen is gorgeous, UI is beautiful, and the thing does not look like an iPhone 4. You don’t call it an iPhone 4 wannabe, or knockoff, it’s a new member in the Android mobile world. Let us tell you the first impression: this thing is just different.

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