And Now, holiday pics in 3D

Tokyo, July 25: The world’s first camera to take 3D video and pictures without the need for special glasses has been launched.

The FinePix REAL 3D W1, created by Japan’s Fujifilm, it will allow users to see their holiday pictures in full 3D, with bicycles and beach balls jumping out from pictures.

Slick: The FinePix REAL 3D W1 will cost around Rs 30,500

It can also capture movies with the same special effect.

“We want our cameras to capture precious moments just as the eyes see them,” said a spokesperson.

The camera uses a a system comprising two lenses whose images are merged in a single 3D picture or movie. It will go on sale in Japan next month, followed by overseas markets in August.

—Agencies