Sharp Corporation has developed world’s first 3D camera module for mobile devices that is capable of capturing high-definition 720p 3D video images. Sharp will start shipping samples in July 2010 with mass production of these modules expected within 2010.

The 3D images are composed of two views taken using two cameras that simultaneously capture separate images for the right and left eyes. Consequently, a 3D camera requires peripheral circuitry to apply image processing to the two images, for example, to adjust color or to correct positioning between the images from the two cameras.

Manufacturers have thus been pursuing designs that reduce the size and weight of 3D cameras and seeking ways to shorten their development period.

The current 3D camera module developed by Sharp incorporates functions to process the image data output by the left and right cameras, including Color Synchronizing Processing to adjust color and brightness, Timing Synchronizing Processing to synchronize the timing of the video signals, and Optical Axis Control Processing to correct positioning.

In addition, Fast Readout Technology rapidly transfers video data from the image sensor, enabling 3D images to be captured in high-resolution HD mode.

Further, in developing this camera module, Sharp applied high-density mounting technology nurtured over long years of experience in camera module development to achieve a compact form.

Embedding this camera module in mobile devices such as digital cameras, mobile phones, and smartphones will contribute to the development of a wide range of new, innovative communications tools.

Successor of the not so successful Samsung HMX-U10, the new HMX-U15 compact camcorder bring new features and functionality to Samsung’s ultra-compact camcorder family that includes built-in USB connection and full HD video recording.

In addition, the new HMX-U15 Camcorder now puts a true 3x optical zoom in the palm of consumers’ hands, allowing for additional creativity when recording life’s special memories.

The new HMX U15 also provides a number of versatile features like time-lapse recording that allow users to easily capture and share life’s important moments the way they see them.

The ultra-compact Samsung HMX-U15 Camcorder come fully equipped with high-performing 1/2.3 inch CMOS sensors that offers maximum 1920×1080 full HD resolution video at 30fps in standard H.264 format in addition to impressive digital still image capability.

The Samsung HMX-U15 is very compact in size with dimensions of just 2.1 x 0.61 x 4.09-inches and in addition to their compact size, this camcorder is also highlighted by a unique design that’s as ergonomic as it is stylish which makes the camcorders more comfortable to hold, the camcorders’ bodies are angled at seven degrees which encourages a more natural grip reducing overall stress on the user’s wrist and arm.

The Samsung HMX U15 digital camcorder allows 14 megapixel digital still images resolution, and also include Hyper Digital Image Stabilization to help produce blur-free video. It adds even more versatility with a true 3x optical zoom and also features Seven Degree Angled Grip.

Samsung HMX-U15 also features unique features such as time lapse recording, which allows users to program the camcorder to record at a pre-set interval of one image every one, five, 10 or 30 seconds. Time lapse recording is especially useful for condensing extremely long events, such as rolling clouds on a sunny day, into a short, easy to-view video.

The Samsung HMX-U15’s built-in, swing-out style USB connection gives users the ability to connect and upload footage to a computer without a separate USB cable and the built-in USB connection can also recharge the camcorder’s battery. Besides  the HMX-U20 Camcorder also offer HDMI connectivity, allowing consumers to enjoy their full HD video on their HDTV.

The Samsung HMX-U15 Camcorder provides Samsung’s play edit sharing software  called intelli studio. This intuitive program allows consumers to turn any computer into a mobile studio, giving them the ability to edit and play their video without having to install supporting software.

Sharing is also simplified thanks to a one-touch “upload” button on the HMX-U15 which when connected to a computer with an internet connection, allows linking directly to popular destinations such as YouTube, reducing the number of steps needed to upload footage to content sharing Web sites.

The Samsung HMX-U15 compact Camcorder will be available in Black, Silver, Blue, and Red colors in Spring 2010 for $229.99 across US.

Successor of the not so successful Samsung HMX-U10, the new HMX-U20 compact camcorder bring new features and functionality to Samsung’s ultra-compact camcorder family that includes built-in USB connection and full HD video recording.

In addition, the new HMX-U20 Camcorder now puts a true 3x optical zoom in the palm of consumers’ hands, allowing for additional creativity when recording life’s special memories.

The new HMX U20 also provides a number of versatile features like time-lapse recording that allow users to easily capture and share life’s important moments the way they see them.

The ultra-compact Samsung HMX-U20 Camcorder come fully equipped with high-performing 1/2.3 inch CMOS sensors that offers maximum 1920×1080 full HD resolution video at 30fps in standard H.264 format in addition to impressive digital still image capability.

The Samsung HMX-U20 is very compact in size with dimensions of just 2.1 x 0.61 x 4.09-inches and in addition to their compact size, this camcorder is also highlighted by a unique design that’s as ergonomic as it is stylish which makes the camcorders more comfortable to hold, the camcorders’ bodies are angled at seven degrees which encourages a more natural grip reducing overall stress on the user’s wrist and arm.

The Samsung HMX U20 digital camcorder allows 10 megapixel digital still images shooting, and also include Hyper Digital Image Stabilization to help produce blur-free video. The HMX U20 adds even more versatility with a true 3x optical zoom.

Samsung HMX-U20 also features unique features such as time lapse recording, which allows users to program the camcorder to record at a pre-set interval of one image every one, five, 10 or 30 seconds. Time lapse recording is especially useful for condensing extremely long events, such as rolling clouds on a sunny day, into a short, easy to-view video.

The Samsung HMX-U20’s built-in, swing-out style USB connection gives users the ability to connect and upload footage to a computer without a separate USB cable and the built-in USB connection can also recharge the camcorder’s battery. Besides  the HMX-U20 Camcorder also offer HDMI connectivity, allowing consumers to enjoy their full HD video on their HDTV.

The HMX-U20 Camcorder provides Samsung’s play edit sharing software  called intelli studio. This intuitive program allows consumers to turn any computer into a mobile studio, giving them the ability to edit and play their video without having to install supporting software.

Sharing is also simplified thanks to a one-touch “upload” button on the HMX-U20 which when connected to a computer with an internet connection, allows linking directly to popular destinations such as YouTube, reducing the number of steps needed to upload footage to content sharing Web sites.

The Samsung HMX-U20 compact Camcorder will be available in Black, Silver, Blue, and Red colors in Spring 2010 for $249.99 across US.

The General Imaging Smart Series A1255 and A1455 point and shoot digital camera features a sturdy metal design and features 5X internal zoom lens to capture amazing pictures or live videos with assures striking enlargements.

Both A1255 and A1455 digital cameras are equipped with 28mm lens and it also provides optical image stabilizer and support for more sensitive ISO 1600 and video recording capability.

The GE A1255 is equipped with 12.0 Megapixel sensor while A1455 comes with 14.0 Megapixel sensor and are only 0.83 inches thick, and are also capable of recording 108p HD video besides featuring a large 2.7-inch LCD display for previewing the recording and navigation.

The cameras also feature one-touch buttons for video recording and take still pictures and easily delete photos and it includes built-in memory, battery, a retractable USB connector, and software for automatic backup and playback of pictures and video.

Some of the advanced features in these camera includes Pan-Capture Panorama for seamless, wide-angle shots and Auto Scene Detection for sharp, vibrant pictures in virtually any setting.

The GE A1244 will be available in black, red and silver colors in Q2 for a $89.99, while the GE 1455 camera will be available later this quarter for $99.99 also in black, red and silver.

The General Imaging Power Series E1486TW and E1480W point and shoot digital camera features a sturdy metal design and features 14.0 Megapixel sensor with massive 8X internal zoom lens to capture amazing pictures or live videos with assures striking enlargements.

Both E1486TW and E1480W cameras are equipped with 28mm lens and it also provides optical image stabilizer and support for more sensitive ISO 3200 and video recording capability.

At only .83 inches thick, the E1486TW and E1480W cameras are one of the slimmest point and shoot digital cameras offering 8X optical zoom performance in the market and are also capable of recording 1080p HD video besides featuring a large 3.0-inch LCD display.

The cameras also feature one-touch buttons for video recording and take still pictures and easily delete photos and it includes built-in memory, battery, a retractable USB connector, and software for automatic backup and playback of pictures and video.

The E1480W will be available in black, red and silver colors in Q2 for a $149.99, and the E1486TW will be available later this quarter for $179.99 also in black, red and silver.

The General Imaging GE X5 point and shoot digital camera has a sturdy metal design and features 14.0 Megapixel sensor with powerful 15X internal zoom lens to capture amazing pictures or live videos with assures striking enlargements of favorite underwater photos.

The GE X5 is equipped with 28mm lens and it also provides optical image stabilizer and support for more sensitive ISO 3200 and video recording capability.

The cameras also feature one-touch buttons for video recording and take still pictures and easily delete photos and it includes built-in memory, battery, a retractable USB connector, and software for automatic backup and playback of pictures and video.

The General Imaging GE X5 digital camera will be available in graphite gray, raspberry red and ocean blue in late Q2 for $149.99.

The General Imaging waterproof G5WP point and shoot digital camera features a sturdy metal design and features 12.2 Megapixel sensor with 4X internal zoom lens to capture amazing pictures or live videos with assures striking enlargements of favorite underwater photos. The camera also allows video recording in upto 5-meters or 15-feet underwater.

The cameras also feature one-touch buttons for video recording and take still pictures and easily delete photos and it includes built-in memory, battery, a retractable USB connector, and software for automatic backup and playback of pictures and video.

The General Imaging G5WP digital camera will be available in graphite gray, raspberry red and ocean blue in late Q2 for $179.99.

Expected to start shipping from February 26, 2010, the new Kingston SDHC Class 10 memory card is available in 16-GB and 32-GB capacities and provides the Class 10 data transfer rate specification with enhanced performance of up to 22MB/sec. data read and 18MB/sec. data write speed.

Kingston SDHC Class 10 card’s large storage capability allows users to record hours of video in standard or even full 1090p HD quality, on a single high capacity memory card in addition to facilitating photographers optimize their equipment when it comes to shooting in high speed burst mode as the memory card keeps up with sequential capture.

In addition, the Kingston SDHC Class 10 card also meets the SD Association Specification 3.00 with a guaranteed minimum data transfer rate of 10MB/sec. making it ideal solution for the latest camcorders, digital SLRs and advanced point and shoot digital cameras.

Kingston SDHC Class 10 card are also equipped with built-in write-protect switch prevents accidental data loss and are guaranteed to deliver maximum read/write speeds of up to 22/18 MB/sec.

The 16-GB Kingston SDHC Class 10 memory card is available for a suggested retail price of $129.00 while the 32-GB card comes for $245.00 with a lifetime warranty.

Sony CyberShot DSC-H55 camera features 14.1 megapixel CCD sensor and is equipped with Sony’s BIONZ processor and offer memory card slot supporting both Memory Stick (PRO Duo) and class-four and above SD/SDHC formats. The camera also features in-camera multi-shot Backlight Correction High Dynamic Range (HDR), that combines highlight and shadow detail of two separate captures into one remarkably natural looking image.

Incorporating foldable 25 mm equivalent wide-angle 10X optical zoom SONY G Lens, the Sony CyberShot H55 camera delivers outstanding sharpness and high-quality photos and it also features a 3.0 inch diagonal, 230K pixels resolution Clear Photo LCD Plus wide touch screen display which is touch screen capable.

Sony H55 also comes equipped with a innovative Intelligent Sweep Panorama feature that allows easy press-and-sweep motion to take panoramic photos and Handheld Twilight and Anti Motion Blur modes benefit from a high-speed burst of six frames, cutting picture noise by up to 50% for crisp, natural results in low-light conditions.

Featuring 720p HD movie recording, the Sony CyberShot H55 digital camera offers Optical SteadyShot image stabilization that helps reduce blur in photos without compromising image quality besides a Optical SteadyShot image stabilization with Active Mode is available which lets shoot smoother movie clips even if you are walking while shooting.

Optical SteadyShot image stabilization in combination with Active Mode allows a moveable lens element inside the Sony H55 digital camera to shift with 10 times the range of the Optical SteadyShot feature at wide end in standard mode to compensate for camera shake.

Some of the intelligent features of the The Sony H55 cameras includes; HD movie recording in 1280 x 720 @ 30fps, a Self portrait timer that automatically takes the shot two seconds after one or two faces are detected, and a Smile Shutter technology that automatically capture smiles and iAUTO and Easy modes.

The Sony CyberShot H55 camera will be available in black and silver this April 2010 for about $250.

Less than a inch (17.7 mm) thick, about the size of a deck of cards, the CyberShot TX5 is the world’s thinnest and smallest certified waterproof (up to 10 feet deep) digital still camera with Optical SteadyShot image stabilization and screen touch user interface.

The CyberShot TX5 features a 10.2 megapixel sensor and is Sony’s first digital still camera with an “Exmor R” CMOS sensor technology that is also certified Dust proof, freeze proof down to 14 degrees Fahrenheit, and shockproof up to about a 5-foot drop,

The CyberShot TX5 is certified waterproof in up to 10 feet of water for an hour, and it lets capture high-quality photos, including panoramic pictures, and 720p high definition videos effortlessly underwater. The camera is also freeze proof down to 14 degrees Fahrenheit, and is durable enough to withstand an accidental drop from up to about 5 feet.

The waterproof CyberShot DSC-TX5 camera features an “Exmor R” CMOS sensor technology and offers 10-fps continuous burst shooting for capturing action shots and provides outstanding low-light performance allowing shooting high-quality photos even after the sun sets. ensures detail-packed pictures, with superlative low-noise imaging performance in low light.

Sony TX5 also also comes equipped with a innovative Intelligent Sweep Panorama feature that allows easy press-and-sweep motion to take panoramic photos and Handheld Twilight and Anti Motion Blur modes benefit from a high-speed burst of six frames, cutting picture noise by up to 50% for crisp, natural results in low-light conditions.

Incorporating foldable 25 mm equivalent wide-angle 4x optical zoom Carl Zeiss Vario Tessor lens, the Sony CyberShot TX5 camera delivers outstanding sharpness and high-quality photos and it also features a 3.0 inch diagonal, 230K pixels resolution Clear Photo LCD Plus wide touch screen display which is touch screen capable.

Sony CyberShot DSC-TX5 camera is equipped with Sony’s BIONZ processor and offer memory card slot supporting both Memory Stick (PRO Duo) and class-four and above SD/SDHC formats. The camera also features in-camera multi-shot Backlight Correction High Dynamic Range (HDR), that combines highlight and shadow detail of two separate captures into one remarkably natural looking image.

Some of the intelligent features of the The Sony TX5 cameras includes; HD movie recording in 1280 x 720 @ 30fps, a Self portrait timer that automatically takes the shot two seconds after one or two faces are detected, and a Smile Shutter technology that automatically capture smiles and iAUTO and Easy modes.

The Sony CyberShot TX5 digital camera will be available in silver, black, pink, green, and red this April, 2010 for about $350.