Awesome Cameras

Y Studio repurposed the bodies of old and broken film cameras as lamp shades for minimalist desk lamps. Reborn 001 is based on a folding camera, Reborn 003 is based on a flash lamp and Reborn 004 is based on a twin lens reflex camera.

A smart action camera for cars. Waylens uses data from your car as well as its sensors to automatically detect and record the highlights of your driving. You can overlay data such as speed, RPM or temperature over the captured video before sharing it online.

The latest version of Sony’s compact full-frame camera has the same 42.4MP CMOS sensor that’s in the α7R II for crisp shots and a wide ISO range. The RX1R II also has a retractable OLED EVF and an optical variable low-pass filter that can be set to off, on or high.

Canon freshens up its premium point-and-shoot line with an improved version of the G7 X. The G5 X also had a 20.2MP CMOS sensor, 24-100mm focal length and tilting LCD touchscreen but adds an OLED EVF, a front dial, a hot shoe and more.

DJI leverages what its learned from making quadcopter cameras to make a fully stabilized lightweight handheld camera. The Osmo comes with a 12MP camera that takes 4K videos, but it’s also compatible with the Zenmuse X5 micro four-thirds camera.

The Light L16 aims to bring DSLR quality to a pocket-sized device. Instead of offering just a single lens, it has 16 camera modules for different types of pictures, and 10 of them fire at the same time to create a 52mp image. Early adopters save $400. Gallery here.

GoPro’s lineup is getting a tad confusing, but its entry level cameras do have clear differences. The $130 Hero is the cheapest, the new Hero+ adds Wi-Fi and 1080p/60 video, and the $300 Hero+ LCD gets a touchscreen too. The Hero+ drops 10/4.

Turn your expensive DSLR into a cheap toy camera with this interchangeable wheel of low-fi filters and prisms. Choose from 18 different effects, including solid colors, splits and surrounds, macro, kaleidoscopic, and other funky patterns. For Nikon or Canon cameras.

Providing tremendous value compared to GoPro’s entry-level action cam, the Activeon CX shoots 1080/30p HD video through an f/2.4 lens, has a built-in LCD viewfinder, Wi-Fi, interchangeable batteries and faceplates, and a multitude of available mounting options.

Snap’s compact drone aims to bring awesome aerial image quality to the masses, with a 4K camera powered by Sony Exmor, 120fps/1080p video, gimbal stabilization, cinematic tracking and orbit, and the ability to collapse the drone to fit it in a backpack.

Enter to win the latest camera from GoPro, the diminutive, but powerful HERO4 Session. This rugged action camera shoots 1080p/60 video and fits just about anywhere. Just head over to the Technabob Shop for your chance to win! (Contest Ends 9/23/15)

Graava uses a variety of sensors to detect when it’s capturing something notable. It can then automatically edit its recording to include only those highlights. Takes 1080p/30fps & 720p/60fps videos and 8MP stills with 130º FOV.

Drone pilots and videographers of all skill levels will enjoy Yuneec’s newest 4K drone. It features 25 minutes of flight time, a 3-Axis anti-vibration gimbal, Geo-fencing and Follow Me and Watch Me modes. Read our review on Technabob.

The E1 action camera is compatible with Micro Four-Thirds lenses. It can shoot 4096×2160 at 24fps, 3840×2160 at 30fps and 1080p at 30/60fps. It also has a 2.5″ TFT LCD rear display, 3.5mm audio in, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.

The new HERO4 Session is the smallest GoPro ever. It packs 1080p60 video and 8mp photo capability in a tiny waterproof and rugged package. A low-profile frame and auto-rotation lets you mount it just about anywhere.

A rugged ball with six black and white cameras. Each camera shoots one photo per second. The photos are wirelessly sent and stitched into a 360º image to a mobile device up to 60ft. away. Available with LEDs or near-IR light.

Keep tabs on who’s outside your door without squinting with Brinno’s digital peephole camera. Visitors are displayed on a 3″ LCD screen, and a motion sensor automatically records whenever people approach even if you’re away.

The king of point-and-shoots returns with an even smaller body, thanks in part to its 20.1MP 1″ Exmos RS CMOS sensor. The RX100 Mk. IV can also shoot 4K video for up to 5min. at a time and full HD slow motion at up to 1000fps.

GoPro’s entry-level Hero+ LCD takes 8MP stills and up to 1080p/60fps videos. It has an LCD touchscreen that lets you view and edit shots on the fly, built-in WiFi and Bluetooth and a quick power on and record button.

Designed for capturing moving 360-degree videos, this specialized GoPro rig uses 16 cameras to send HD videos to Google’s new Jump software, which will let you view its videos on VR headsets. Example video here.

Sprite is a video and photography drone with a modular tubular frame that’s more portable, durable and easier to modify than traditional UAVs. It comes with a 1080p camera on a 1-axis gimbal and a GoPro mount with 2-axis gimbal.

The XT-10 mirrorless interchangeable lens camera is a lighter, slimmer and significantly more affordable version of the popular XT-1. It has the same 16MP image sensor and processor, a crisp EVF and new autofocus settings.

Blackmagic Design’s new action camera. The Micro Cinema Camera has a super 16mm 1080p sensor and a 30fps global shutter. It works with micro four thirds lenses and has an expansion port for remote control and monitoring.

A compact long-range camera. The new HX90V has 30x optical zoom, an 18.2MP sensor, optical image stabilization and an OLED EVF. If the latter doesn’t matter to you then get the HX90V’s cheaper version, the WX500.

There are many drones on the market, but most require flying skills. The Ares drone will capture and upload amazing aerial shots after you simply sketch your desired flight path on your mobile device. Coming in HD and 4K versions.

The 1 J5 is Nikon’s newest compact mirrorless interchangeable lens camera. It has a 20.8MP backside-illuminated sensor and shoots full resolution images at up to 20fps. Best of all, this tiny camera can record 4K videos.