Category: Digital Compact Cameras
PMA 2007: The new HP R837 digital camera can remove blemishes from faces, such as a spot, mole or scar, and includes pet-eye fix, which removes the glowing effect caused by pets’ eyes. The R837 offers a 7.2 megapixel sensor, 3x optical zoom lens and large 3 inch LCD screen. HP’s new camera has a distinctive curved body and vertically sliding lens cover. The HP R837 has an estimated price of €229.99, availability to be confirmed.
PMA 2007: The new HP R837 digital camera can remove blemishes from faces, such as a spot, mole or scar, and includes pet-eye fix, which removes the glowing effect caused by pets’ eyes. The R837 offers a 7.2 megapixel sensor, 3x optical zoom lens and large 3 inch LCD screen…
PMA 2007: Further details of the Sigma DP1, 28mm fixed lens compact digital camera have been announced, and the camera was on display at PMA. Apparently the DP1 has a tentative launch date of Spring 2007, or May/June this year. I’ve published 9 Sigma DP1 photos from the show, which will feature an ISO range of 100-1600 and has an innovative thumb-operated dial for quick manual focusing (shown in the pictures). The matt black buttons of the original DP1 prototype have been replaced by shiny silver versions - I preferred the more sober originals.
Update: I’ve added some photos of the Sigma DP1 with the optional viewfinder attachment, which fits into the flash hotshoe on top of the camera. There’s also a dedicated flashgun with a guide number of 16 (the built-in unit is 6), and apparently you could fit the much larger SD14 flashgun onto the DP1 if you so wished. Availability will be the end of May, with price to be confirmed.
PMA 2007: Further details of the Sigma DP1, 28mm fixed lens compact digital camera have been announced, and the camera was on display at PMA. Apparently the DP1 has a tentative launch date of Spring 2007, or May/June this year. I’ve published 9 Sigma DP1 photos from the show, which…
PMA 2007: 4 new Kodak digital cameras have been announced at PMA - the Z712, Z885, C763 and C613. The Kodak Z885 looked the most interesting, with a 5x optical zoom, 8 megapixels and the headline-grabbing ISO speed of 8000. Kodak showed me some 6x4 inch and 10x8 inch prints taken using ISO 8000. At the smaller print size they were roughly comparable to a good 3 megapixel cameraphone image, while the larger size was less acceptable as you’d expect, with obvious jaggies. The Z885 offers full manual control and is a nice size, but sadly there’s no RAW mode for the more discerning photographer.
PMA 2007: 4 new Kodak digital cameras have been announced at PMA - the Z712, Z885, C763 and C613. The Kodak Z885 looked the most interesting, with a 5x optical zoom, 8 megapixels and the headline-grabbing ISO speed of 8000. Kodak showed me some 6x4 inch and 10x8 inch prints…
PMA 2007: The Sony G1 was the other new product that Sony announced at the show today. Unlike the Alpha DSLRs and lenses, the G1 camera is actually a real product. The Sony G1 features a huge 3.5 inch screen with 921,000 pixels and offers 2Gb of built-in storage (yes, 2Gbs!) and wi-fi connectivity, the first Sony camera to do so. On the downside, the Sony G1 only offers 6 megapixels and a 3x zoom lens, so may prove to be slightly disappointing on the image quality front.
PMA 2007: The Sony G1 was the other new product that Sony announced at the show today. Unlike the Alpha DSLRs and lenses, the G1 camera is actually a real product. The Sony G1 features a huge 3.5 inch screen with 921,000 pixels and offers 2Gb of built-in storage (yes…
PMA 2007: Further details have been released for the Sigma DP1. The DP1 will feature a 14 megapixel FOVEON X3, APS-C size image sensor (2652 × 1768 × 3 layers) as used in the new Sigma SD14 digital SLR. The size of the image sensor used in the Sigma DP1 camera is 10 times larger than in a normal compact digital camera. The DP1 has a 16.6mm f/4 Sigma lens, equivalent to 28mm on a 35mm film camera. The Sigma DP1 will be available in Spring 2007, price to be anounced. Sigma have also launched a website dedicated to the DP1 at http://sigma-dp1.com/ (thanks to Bob van Ooik for the tip).
PMA 2007: Further details have been released for the Sigma DP1. The DP1 will feature a 14 megapixel FOVEON X3, APS-C size image sensor (2652 × 1768 × 3 layers) as used in the new Sigma SD14 digital SLR. The size of the image sensor used in the Sigma DP…
PMA 2007: The Kodak Z712, Kodak Z885, Kodak C763 and Kodak C613 digital cameras are unveiled at PMA. The new Kodak Z712 is positioned as an alternative to a DSLR, offering a 12x zoom lens (36-432 mm) and 7.1 megapixels. Available in April, the Kodak Z712 will cost £229. The Kodak Z885 boasts a 5X optical zoom lens (36-180mm) and 8.1 megapixel resolution and up to ISO 8000! Available in May, the Kodak Z885 will retail for £149. The Kodak C763 and Kodak C613 are two new entry-level models. Kodak have also announced the G610 Printer Dock, available in May for £129.99, and a new series of Ni-MH pre-charged batteries (2100mAh, 1.2Volts).
PMA 2007: The Kodak Z712, Kodak Z885, Kodak C763 and Kodak C613 digital cameras are unveiled at PMA. The new Kodak Z712 is positioned as an alternative to a DSLR, offering a 12x zoom lens (36-432 mm) and 7.1 megapixels. Available in April, the Kodak Z712 will cost £229. The…
PMA 2007: At PMA, the new Kodak Z885 and Kodak Z712 IS digital cameras with high ISO and image stabilization for taking action pictures in any lighting conditions will be showcased. Kodak will also unveil a lineup of custom photo books, collages and digital photo merchandising products and services that can be produced in-store, on-line and at wholesale.
PMA 2007: At PMA, the new Kodak Z885 and Kodak Z712 IS digital cameras with high ISO and image stabilization for taking action pictures in any lighting conditions will be showcased. Kodak will also unveil a lineup of custom photo books, collages and digital photo merchandising products and services that…
PMA 2007: Norcent will showcase their 3 lines of digital cameras at this year’s PMA Show. The new Xias (pronounced Kí-as) camera line features a unique, sleek and ergonomic high-end design, whilst the 25 Series camera is an elegant silver color with a brushed metal finish and features a large 2.5” LCD display. The new 50 Series digital cameras will offer a large 3” color LCD screen, 3x optical zoom, Face Detection and Anti-Shake Reduction.
PMA 2007: Norcent will showcase their 3 lines of digital cameras at this year’s PMA Show. The new Xias (pronounced Kí-as) camera line features a unique, sleek and ergonomic high-end design, whilst the 25 Series camera is an elegant silver color with a brushed metal finish and features a large…
PMA 2007: The new Ricoh R6 is (still) the the world’s slimmest digital camera with a 28mm wide-angle, 7.1x zoom lens. Changes from the older R5 model, include a larger 2.7 inch LCD screen, new face recognition mode (following the trend set by most other 2007 compact cameras), a slimmer body at just 20.6mm thick and 54Mb internal memory. The R6 otherwise retains the stand-out features of its predecessor, including a 7.24 megapixel CCD and vibration correction function. The Ricoh R6 will be available in mid-March 2007 in Silver, Black and Red for £229.99 (inc. VAT).
PMA 2007: The new Ricoh R6 is (still) the the world’s slimmest digital camera with a 28mm wide-angle, 7.1x zoom lens. Changes from the older R5 model, include a larger 2.7 inch LCD screen, new face recognition mode (following the trend set by most other 2007 compact cameras), a slimmer…
PMA 2007: The weatherproof Olympus mju 780 compact digital camera features a 7.1 megapixel sensor, metal body in silver or black, and 5x optical zoom with mechanical image stabiliser. The Olympus 780 also offers ISO 1600, Shadow Adjustment Technology (which optimises the exposure of scenes with shadowy or other dark areas) and a 2.5 inch LCD screen. The Olympus mju 780 will be available in late April 2007 for around £250.
PMA 2007: The weatherproof Olympus mju 780 compact digital camera features a 7.1 megapixel sensor, metal body in silver or black, and 5x optical zoom with mechanical image stabiliser. The Olympus 780 also offers ISO 1600, Shadow Adjustment Technology (which optimises the exposure of scenes with shadowy or other dark…
Megapixel.net have reviewed the new Canon PowerShot A710 IS digital camera.
“Just like the camera it evolved from, the PowerShot A710 IS provides good value for money. Priced the same as the A700 was a year ago, the A710 offers an image stabilizer and a lower sensitivity to noise in addition to a modest increase in resolution. This, combined with a high quality image, make the A710 IS an excellent and worthwhile upgrade.”
Website: Megapixel.net - Canon PowerShot A710 IS Review
Megapixel.net have reviewed the new Canon PowerShot A710 IS digital camera. “Just like the camera it evolved from, the PowerShot A710 IS provides good value for money. Priced the same as the A700 was a year ago, the A710 offers an image stabilizer and a lower sensitivity to noise in…
DCResource have taken a look at the distinctive Samsung NV7 digital camera.
“The Samsung NV7 OPS is a camera that offers a lot of bang for the buck, but is ultimately a let down due to its below average image quality, poor battery life, and frustrating user interface. While I like its design and feature set quite a bit, the bottom line is that there are better cameras out there for the money.”
Website: DCResource - Samsung NV7 Review
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DCResource have taken a look at the distinctive Samsung NV7 digital camera. “The Samsung NV7 OPS is a camera that offers a lot of bang for the buck, but is ultimately a let down due to its below average image quality, poor battery life, and frustrating user interface. While I…
Steves Digicams have reviewed the 7 megapixel, dual-lens Kodak Easyshare V705 camera.
“The V705’s image quality is quite good for a compact digital. Outdoor shots were well saturated with a bit of pin cushion distortion at full telephoto. Chromatic aberrations were well-controlled, with only a slight amount of purple fringing in high contrast areas. At low ISO settings images had little or no noise, and at high setting, (ISO 400 and above), noise can be found, however resolution can be set as high as 7.1-megapixel at speeds as high as ISO 1000.”
Website: Steves Digicams - Kodak Easyshare V705 Review
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Steves Digicams have reviewed the 7 megapixel, dual-lens Kodak Easyshare V705 camera. “The V705’s image quality is quite good for a compact digital. Outdoor shots were well saturated with a bit of pin cushion distortion at full telephoto. Chromatic aberrations were well-controlled, with only a slight amount of purple fringing…
PCMagazine have published a review of the new 10 megapixel Canon PowerShot SD900 (also known as the Canon Digital IXUS 900 Ti).
“One feature that did work very well was the SD900’s face-detection feature, which initially provides three squares on the LCD around the faces it detects. One of these boxes, a white square, indicates the subject on which the camera will focus. When the shutter is pressed halfway down to lock the focus, the LCD shows up to nine green squares to indicate the number of faces the camera can focus on.”
Website: PCMagazine - Canon PowerShot SD900 Review
PCMagazine have published a review of the new 10 megapixel Canon PowerShot SD900 (also known as the Canon Digital IXUS 900 Ti). “One feature that did work very well was the SD900’s face-detection feature, which initially provides three squares on the LCD around the faces it detects. One of these…
PixInfo have published some sample photos taken with the new Olympus SP-550 UZ. This is the first digital camera to offer an 18x optical zoom lens, equivalent to 28-504mm. Eight full-sized images are available to download now.
Website: PixInfo - Olympus SP-550 UZ Photos
PixInfo have published some sample photos taken with the new Olympus SP-550 UZ. This is the first digital camera to offer an 18x optical zoom lens, equivalent to 28-504mm. Eight full-sized images are available to download now. Website: PixInfo - Olympus SP-550 UZ Photos
PopPhoto 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.
“Noise is handled well at ISO 50 with a Very Low rating of 1.4. At ISO 100, it scores a Low rating at 1.9. At ISO 200, it climbs to 2.5, Moderate rating, and then hops just over into an Unacceptable rating at ISO 400, with a 3.1. At ISO 800 and 1600, blur filtering kicks in, and gets the noise back down to Moderate at ISO 800 (2.7) and Moderately Low at 1600 (2.2).”
Website: PopPhoto - Olympus SP-550 UZ Review
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PopPhoto 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. “Noise is handled well at ISO 50 with a Very Low rating of 1.4. At ISO 100, it scores a Low rating at 1.9. At ISO…
PMA 2007: The Sony H9 and Sony H7 are two new additions to Sony’s range of ultra-zoom compact digital cameras. Both the H9 and H7 offer 8 megapixels, 15x optical stabilized zoom lenses, ISO 3200, face-detection and HDTV output. The Sony H9 also offers a 3-inch, flip-up LCD screen (the Sony H7 just has a fixed 2.5-inch LCD), plus NightShot technology for shooting in near-darkness. The Sony H9 and Sony H7 cameras will ship in April for about $480 and $400, respectively.
PMA 2007: The Sony H9 and Sony H7 are two new additions to Sony’s range of ultra-zoom compact digital cameras. Both the H9 and H7 offer 8 megapixels, 15x optical stabilized zoom lenses, ISO 3200, face-detection and HDTV output. The Sony H9 also offers a 3-inch, flip-up LCD screen (the…
PMA 2007: The Sony W200, Sony W90 and Sony W80 are three new digital camera that all offer direct connection to a high definition TV. The Sony W200 is the stand-out model, being the first 12 megapixel camera on the market. The Sony W90 has an 8 megapixel sensor and the W80 7.2 megapixels. All three new Sony cameras have 3x optical zoom lenses, metal bodies, 2.5-inch LCD screens and an eye-level viewfinder. The silver Sony W200 will ship in May for about $400. The Sony W90 camera will be available in March for about $300 in black and silver. The Sony W80 model will ship in March for about $250 in pink, white, black and silver.
PMA 2007: The Sony W200, Sony W90 and Sony W80 are three new digital camera that all offer direct connection to a high definition TV. The Sony W200 is the stand-out model, being the first 12 megapixel camera on the market. The Sony W90 has an 8 megapixel sensor and…
PMA 2007: The Sony T100 and Sony T20 digital cameras are new additions to Sony’s range of slim and stylish digital cameras. The Sony T100 has a 5x optical zoom lens and 3-inch LCD screen, with red, black and silver colours available. The Sony T20 camera features a 3x optical zoom lens and a 2.5-inch LCD screen, and is in pink, white, black and silver. Both cameras have an 8 megapixel sensor and are powered by the Bionz processing engine (first used in the Sony Alpha DSLR). The T100 camera will ship in March for about $400, and the T20 will be available in April for about $330.
PMA 2007: The Sony T100 and Sony T20 digital cameras are new additions to Sony’s range of slim and stylish digital cameras. The Sony T100 has a 5x optical zoom lens and 3-inch LCD screen, with red, black and silver colours available. The Sony T20 camera features a 3x optical…
DIWA member Photoxels have reviewed the new Fujifilm S9600 (called the FinePix S9100 in the USA), which is a 9 megapixel camera with a 10x zoom lens.
“The Fujifilm FinePix S9100 is a well-designed long zoom digital camera with excellent handling and fast operations. It has excellent proportions and successfully captures the DSLR-like handling. A couple of often-used features are still menu-bound and would gain much in practical usability if they were more directly accessible. All in all, a very well designed and thought-out digital camera which feels and handles as you would expect a professional digital camera to.”
DIWA member Photoxels have reviewed the new Fujifilm S9600 (called the FinePix S9100 in the USA), which is a 9 megapixel camera with a 10x zoom lens. “The Fujifilm FinePix S9100 is a well-designed long zoom digital camera with excellent handling and fast operations. It has excellent proportions and successfully…