Category: Digital Compact Cameras
DCResource have just reviewed the new Panasonic DMC-FZ8 camera.
“The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ8 is a full-featured ultra zoom camera that offers robust performance, tons of features, and a solid design, all for under $350. It’s kept from greatness only by its overaggressive noise reduction, which noticeably reduces image quality, especially in low light, or if the ISO is higher than 100. For the typical digital camera buyer, who will be printing 4 x 6’s and maybe an occasional 8 x 10, the noise reduction isn’t a huge issue, and for those people I can highly recommend the FZ8.”
DCResource have just reviewed the new Panasonic DMC-FZ8 camera. “The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ8 is a full-featured ultra zoom camera that offers robust performance, tons of features, and a solid design, all for under $350. It’s kept from greatness only by its overaggressive noise reduction, which noticeably reduces image quality, especially…
DigitalCameraInfo have reviewed the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H7, a new addition to Sony’s range of ultra-zoom compact digital cameras offering 8 megapixels, 15x optical stabilized zoom lenses, ISO 3200, face-detection and HDTV output.
“The 8.1-megapixel Cyber-shot H7 has a lot of great features: a 15x optical zoom lens with image stabilization, an impressive 2.2 fps burst mode that snaps up to 100 shots, high definition output for musical slide shows and videos, and even trendy face recognition technology that works quickly and effectively. The H7 is also a strong performer, displaying excellent color accuracy, low noise levels, and a lot of detail in captured images.”
DigitalCameraInfo have reviewed the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H7, a new addition to Sony’s range of ultra-zoom compact digital cameras offering 8 megapixels, 15x optical stabilized zoom lenses, ISO 3200, face-detection and HDTV output. “The 8.1-megapixel Cyber-shot H7 has a lot of great features: a 15x optical zoom lens with image stabilization…
ePhotoZine have reviewed the Nikon Coolpix P5000 camera, which offers 10 megapixels, 3.5x zoom lens (36-126mm), Vibration Reduction to combat camera shake, ISO 3200 capability and a 2.5 inch LCD screen.
“One of the headline features of the P5000 is that it sports an ISO range up to 3200, but this come with a couple of provisos. The first is that the resolution drops to 5Mp instead of 10Mp. Now, you could wail and curse at this, but considering 10Mp is largely overkill for many purposes, a 5Mp image is okay. Not great, but okay, to get that ISO3200. However, the other point is that some major processing kicks in for ISO3200, completely changing the image and losing most of the detail.”
ePhotoZine have reviewed the Nikon Coolpix P5000 camera, which offers 10 megapixels, 3.5x zoom lens (36-126mm), Vibration Reduction to combat camera shake, ISO 3200 capability and a 2.5 inch LCD screen. “One of the headline features of the P5000 is that it sports an ISO range up to 3200, but…
CNET have reviewed the Nikon Coolpix S500, a 7.1 megapixel camera with a 3x zoom lens (35-105mm), Vibration Reduction to combat camera shake, ISO 2000 capability, 2.5 inch monitor and One-touch portrait button.
“Nikon really shows off its style with its Coolpix S500, a sleek, compact camera that feels every bit as good as it looks. This little shooter has some of the nicest design points we’ve seen in a small shooter, plus a few handy features normally seen on higher-end cameras. Unfortunately, looks and tricks aren’t everything, and the S500 simply doesn’t live up to its potential.”
CNET have reviewed the Nikon Coolpix S500, a 7.1 megapixel camera with a 3x zoom lens (35-105mm), Vibration Reduction to combat camera shake, ISO 2000 capability, 2.5 inch monitor and One-touch portrait button. “Nikon really shows off its style with its Coolpix S500, a sleek, compact camera that feels every…
DPReview have reviewed the Canon TX1 digital camera, which features a 10x optical zoom lens (39mm-390mm) with Optical Image Stabilization, 115,000-pixel Vari-Angle LCD screen and 7.1 megapixel sensor.
“Where the TX1 beats all camcorders is the quality of its stills, which we were genuinely surprised to see where for the most part sharp, detailed and every bit as good as most other 7MP ultra-compacts, with the added bonus of a big 10x zoom.”
DPReview have reviewed the Canon TX1 digital camera, which features a 10x optical zoom lens (39mm-390mm) with Optical Image Stabilization, 115,000-pixel Vari-Angle LCD screen and 7.1 megapixel sensor. “Where the TX1 beats all camcorders is the quality of its stills, which we were genuinely surprised to see where for the…
PopPhoto have reviewed the Nikon Coolpix P5000 camera, which offers 10 megapixels, 3.5x zoom lens (36-126mm), Vibration Reduction to combat camera shake, ISO 3200 capability and a 2.5 inch LCD screen.
“In use, the P5000 proved far less frustrating than the typical compact. It’s nice in the hand, and the shutter button is well positioned. While the AF sometimes take a moment to hunt, once it locks on, the camera fires with no delay. You can move the focusing point to a nutty 99 different positions, and couple the spotmeter to any one of them.”
PopPhoto have reviewed the Nikon Coolpix P5000 camera, which offers 10 megapixels, 3.5x zoom lens (36-126mm), Vibration Reduction to combat camera shake, ISO 3200 capability and a 2.5 inch LCD screen. “In use, the P5000 proved far less frustrating than the typical compact. It’s nice in the hand, and the…
CNET have reviewed the new Fujifilm FinePix F40fd camera, which offers 8.3 megapixels, 3x zoom lens, 300 shot battery life, Face Detection technology and support for both xD-Picture Card and SD card formats.
“The Fujifilm FinePix F40fd is a nice, but not exceptional, point-and-shoot camera. Most casual snapshooters will likely be pleased with the images they get from this model. If you’re willing to spend a little more, Canon’s PowerShot SD800 IS will get you optical image stabilization and an optical viewfinder.”
CNET have reviewed the new Fujifilm FinePix F40fd camera, which offers 8.3 megapixels, 3x zoom lens, 300 shot battery life, Face Detection technology and support for both xD-Picture Card and SD card formats. “The Fujifilm FinePix F40fd is a nice, but not exceptional, point-and-shoot camera. Most casual snapshooters will likely…
The previously announced BenQ X725 and T700 digital cameras have just been released in the UK. The X725 digital camera is the world’s slimmest 7-megapixel camera, measuring just 12.5mm in width. The BenQ T700 costs £175 inc VAT, and the BenQ X725 £165 inc VAT. BenQ recently announced that they had sold their digital camera division.
The previously announced BenQ X725 and T700 digital cameras have just been released in the UK. The X725 digital camera is the world’s slimmest 7-megapixel camera, measuring just 12.5mm in width. The BenQ T700 costs £175 inc VAT, and the BenQ X725 £165 inc VAT. BenQ recently announced that they…
TrustedReviews have reviewed the new Sony T100 camera, which has a 5x optical zoom lens and 3-inch LCD screen, with red, black and silver colours available.
“Image quality is where the T100 justifies its hefty price tag. The Carl Zeiss lens lives up to its prestigious name, providing superb detail with minimal wide-angle distortion, and some of the best edge and corner sharpness I’ve seen from a compact camera. The overall level of detail is very good, nearly as good in fact as the Fuji F40fd that I reviewed earlier this week.”
TrustedReviews have reviewed the new Sony T100 camera, which has a 5x optical zoom lens and 3-inch LCD screen, with red, black and silver colours available. “Image quality is where the T100 justifies its hefty price tag. The Carl Zeiss lens lives up to its prestigious name, providing superb detail…
Megapixel.net have reviewed the Pentax W30, a waterproof digital camera offering 7.1 megapixels, 3x optical zoom and two new Shake Reduction modes.
“Although we find the image compression at the highest image quality to be a bit too strong for our liking, the images the W30 produces are on par with many of today’s compact cameras, and make very good prints. So, since this camera has the advantage over others of being waterproof, it should ensure that it gets to accompany a lot of people on their summer and winter vacations.”
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Megapixel.net have reviewed the Pentax W30, a waterproof digital camera offering 7.1 megapixels, 3x optical zoom and two new Shake Reduction modes. “Although we find the image compression at the highest image quality to be a bit too strong for our liking, the images the W30 produces are on par…
CNET have reviewed the new Canon SD850 IS (also known as the IXUS 950 IS), an 8 megapixel digital camera with 4x zoom, image stabilized lens equivalent to 35-140mm.
“There’s very little to complain about on the SD850 IS. Fans of ultracompacts, such as Sony’s T-series, might complain that this Canon isn’t small enough, but given its excellent image quality and speedy performance, I’m not complaining. Also, unlike those Sony cameras, this one includes an optical viewfinder, for situations, such as concerts, in which an LCD might annoy those around you. Bargain hunters will likely balk at this camera’s price, but again, its features and performance make it worth the premium over a bargain-basement camera.”
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CNET have reviewed the new Canon SD850 IS (also known as the IXUS 950 IS), an 8 megapixel digital camera with 4x zoom, image stabilized lens equivalent to 35-140mm. “There’s very little to complain about on the SD850 IS. Fans of ultracompacts, such as Sony’s T-series, might complain that this…
CNET have reviewed the Nikon Coolpix L12, a 7.1 megapixel digital camera with a 3x optical zoom lens (35-105mm), Vibration Reduction to combat camera shake, Face-priority AF, D-Lighting and Red-Eye Fix, and a 2.5 inch LCD monitor.
“Despite its otherwise unimpressive attributes, the L12 boasts two high-end features we were surprised to see in a budget camera. Nikon’s optical Vibration Reduction shifts the camera’s 35mm-to-105mm equivalent lens to help reduce shake. Face-priority autofocus identifies subjects’ faces and adjusts camera settings to best capture them. Both of these features are usually found on higher-end cameras like Nikon’s Coolpix S500, and it’s good to see them appear on a $200 shooter.”
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CNET have reviewed the Nikon Coolpix L12, a 7.1 megapixel digital camera with a 3x optical zoom lens (35-105mm), Vibration Reduction to combat camera shake, Face-priority AF, D-Lighting and Red-Eye Fix, and a 2.5 inch LCD monitor. “Despite its otherwise unimpressive attributes, the L12 boasts two high-end features we were…
TrustedReviews have reviewed the new Fujifilm FinePix F40fd camera, which offers 8.3 megapixels, 3x zoom lens, 300 shot battery life, Face Detection technology and support for both xD-Picture Card and SD card formats.
“Fujifilm is the only manufacturer that has really cracked image noise, by a combination of larger than average sensors with larger than average photocells, and vastly superior image processing. The F40fd has a maximum ISO setting of 2000, and produces usable images at this setting, with accurate colour balance, minimal loss of detail and an acceptable level of noise. I’m not exaggerating when I say that its image quality at 1600 ISO is better than many cameras can manage at 400.”
TrustedReviews have reviewed the new Fujifilm FinePix F40fd camera, which offers 8.3 megapixels, 3x zoom lens, 300 shot battery life, Face Detection technology and support for both xD-Picture Card and SD card formats. “Fujifilm is the only manufacturer that has really cracked image noise, by a combination of larger than…
Imaging Resource have reviewed the Kodak EasyShare V803 camera which offers 8 megapixels, a 2.5 inch LCD screen, 3x optical zoom lense and up to ISO 1600.
“While it’s an attractive design at an irresistible price with fun accessories designed to appeal to women, the V803’s shutter lag and oversaturated image capture really disappoint. As a fashion accessory it has the goods; it’s only missing the diamonds. But as a camera, it just doesn’t measure up.”
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Imaging Resource have reviewed the Kodak EasyShare V803 camera which offers 8 megapixels, a 2.5 inch LCD screen, 3x optical zoom lense and up to ISO 1600. “While it’s an attractive design at an irresistible price with fun accessories designed to appeal to women, the V803’s shutter lag and oversaturated…
The Panasonic FS2 digital camera has been unveiled by Panasonic Japan (no news yet of a worldwide release). The 7.2 megapixel camera will be available in Japan from June 15th and offers a 2.5 inch LCD screen, 35-105mm and 350 shot battery life. More details on the new Panasonic FS2 as we get them.
The Panasonic FS2 digital camera has been unveiled by Panasonic Japan (no news yet of a worldwide release). The 7.2 megapixel camera will be available in Japan from June 15th and offers a 2.5 inch LCD screen, 35-105mm and 350 shot battery life. More details on the new Panasonic FS…
General Imaging continue rolling out their new GE-branded camera range with the news that RadioShack will stock the GE E850 for less than $200. “This is a quality product at an affordable price and the GE name will certainly resonate with our customers as a dependable solution for their digital imaging needs.” said Doug Lane, merchandising vice president of RadioShack Corporation. The E850 is in the mid-range of the eight-camera GE line-up.
General Imaging continue rolling out their new GE-branded camera range with the news that RadioShack will stock the GE E850 for less than $200. “This is a quality product at an affordable price and the GE name will certainly resonate with our customers as a dependable solution for their digital…
DCResource have reviewed the new Sony T100 camera, which has a 5x optical zoom lens and 3-inch LCD screen, with red, black and silver colours available.
“The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T100 is camera that takes some large steps forward—and backward—when compared to its predecessor, the T50. It’s a good point-and-shoot camera, though not without a number of annoyances. Many of these negatives are subjective, so they may bother you less than they bother me (so try before you buy). While it’s not a camera I would own myself, I would certainly recommend it to those who don’t take a lot of photos in unusual or low lighting.”
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DCResource have reviewed the new Sony T100 camera, which has a 5x optical zoom lens and 3-inch LCD screen, with red, black and silver colours available. “The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T100 is camera that takes some large steps forward—and backward—when compared to its predecessor, the T50. It’s a good point-and-shoot camera…
DigitalCameraInfo have reviewed the Kodak Easyshare Z650, which has a 6.1-megapixel sensor and 10x zoom lens.
“The Kodak EasyShare Z650 brings a lot of features and controls to a compact SLR-inspired digital camera that pairs a simple and understated camera interface, and menu system with more advanced manual control. The advantage to this pure point-and-shoot camera is that it allows the beginner room to grow without needing to buy a new camera once the restrictions of full auto mode become too limiting.”
DigitalCameraInfo have reviewed the Kodak Easyshare Z650, which has a 6.1-megapixel sensor and 10x zoom lens. “The Kodak EasyShare Z650 brings a lot of features and controls to a compact SLR-inspired digital camera that pairs a simple and understated camera interface, and menu system with more advanced manual control. The…
Imaging Resource have reviewed the new Olympus SP-550 UZ. This is the first digital camera to offer an 18x optical zoom lens, equivalent to 28-504mm.
“While I had a little trouble focusing on subjects that wouldn’t sit still, the Olympus SP-550 UZ let me shoot things I couldn’t even see without looking through its lens. And I found that a lot of fun. A whole new world of birds, fish and buffalo, in fact. But the Olympus SP-550 UZ was just as capable taking shots at wide angle and in Macro mode. Some of my flower shots really surprised me with the quality of the color and detail. And its optical image stabilization and high ISO performance took great low-light shots as well.”
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Imaging Resource have reviewed the new Olympus SP-550 UZ. This is the first digital camera to offer an 18x optical zoom lens, equivalent to 28-504mm. “While I had a little trouble focusing on subjects that wouldn’t sit still, the Olympus SP-550 UZ let me shoot things I couldn’t even see…
CNET have reviewed the Samsung L74 Wide digital camera, which features a 3.0 inch touch screen LCD, 7 megapixels, 3.6x optical zoom and 28mm wide-angle lens.
“Photos taken on the L74 Wide range from mediocre to terrible, sporting some of the worst noise we’ve seen in recent months. Noise filled a majority of our shots, appearing heavily at levels as low as ISO 200. The noise appears as a muddled, fuzzy grain at low levels, though at ISO 800 and 1600 it becomes a maelstrom of blurry static. Besides the massive amount of noise, the L74 Wide’s photos also suffered from heavy fringing.”
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CNET have reviewed the Samsung L74 Wide digital camera, which features a 3.0 inch touch screen LCD, 7 megapixels, 3.6x optical zoom and 28mm wide-angle lens. “Photos taken on the L74 Wide range from mediocre to terrible, sporting some of the worst noise we’ve seen in recent months. Noise filled…