Category: Digital Compact Cameras
Steves Digicams have just reviewed the Sanyo Xacti HD1A digital camera.
“Ergonomics are great. The HD1a is slightly “fatter” than its Xacti C5/C6 siblings, which actually made it a little more comfortable in your hands. The mostly metal exterior has a well built feeling to it and should survive an active user’s lifestyle. Overall, the various controls are well placed and easy to use, however, I found the 4-way joystick is a bit on the touchy side. The onscreen menu system is very easy to navigate, allowing for quick changes to camera settings. Sanyo’s Xacti series and Sony’s Cyber-shot “M” series are the only cameras we’ve reviewed that can be used by both right and left-handed photographers, due to their pistol grip designed body and controls.”
Steves Digicams have just reviewed the Sanyo Xacti HD1A digital camera. “Ergonomics are great. The HD1a is slightly “fatter” than its Xacti C5/C6 siblings, which actually made it a little more comfortable in your hands. The mostly metal exterior has a well built feeling to it and should survive an…
Imaging Resource have reviewed the 7 megapixel, 12x zoom Kodak Easyshare P712 digital camera.
“Image quality was decent overall if not quite as sparkling as I would have expected for a camera with these specs. In outdoor settings, the Kodak P712 had a tendency to overexpose slightly, blowing out clouds and making warm sunlight look harsh. Because the camera is so adjustable, I’d recommend turning down the exposure at least a third of a stop if you plan on shooting in bright settings. When it comes to exposure, the Kodak P712 offers as much or as little control as you could want. An Exposure Mode dial on top of the camera offers Auto, Program AE, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, Manual, Scene, Movie, and three Custom presets.”
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Imaging Resource have reviewed the 7 megapixel, 12x zoom Kodak Easyshare P712 digital camera. “Image quality was decent overall if not quite as sparkling as I would have expected for a camera with these specs. In outdoor settings, the Kodak P712 had a tendency to overexpose slightly, blowing out clouds…
DCResource have the first review of the new Canon PowerShot A710 IS digital camera.
“The PowerShot A710 IS takes an already excellent camera—the A700—and adds some one really useful feature (image stabilization) and one not-so-useful feature (more pixels). Despite going up from 6 to 7 Megapixels, the A710’s photo quality remained very good, with noise levels that are perhaps lowered than on its predecessor. When you look at the whole package—from the photo quality to the image stabilizer to the manual controls—you’ll see that the A710 offers a lot of camera for your $400.”
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DCResource have the first review of the new Canon PowerShot A710 IS digital camera. “The PowerShot A710 IS takes an already excellent camera—the A700—and adds some one really useful feature (image stabilization) and one not-so-useful feature (more pixels). Despite going up from 6 to 7 Megapixels, the A710’s photo quality…
LetsGoDigital have just reviewed the Kodak Easyshare V610, the world’s smallest 10x zoom digital camera.
“The impression we got from the Kodak EasyShare V610 during and after testing is one of mixed feelings. On the one hand the design of the Kodak V610 is solid and the compact housing offers a lot of user friendliness with 10x optical zoom and a fine resolution of 6 Megapixel. On the other hand the feeling stays that Kodak only focussed on the dual lens and did not invest in picture making aspects such as ISO and image stabilisation techniques. The Kodak EasyShare V610 lags behind in this area which makes it the weakest link of the camera.”
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LetsGoDigital have just reviewed the Kodak Easyshare V610, the world’s smallest 10x zoom digital camera. “The impression we got from the Kodak EasyShare V610 during and after testing is one of mixed feelings. On the one hand the design of the Kodak V610 is solid and the compact housing offers…
DPReview have reviewed the Casio EX-Z1000 compact digicam, which offers 10 megapixels, 2.8 inch LCD screen, IS0 3200 and an interesting new Zoom Continuous Shutter mode that allows you to compare a wide angle and a telephoto shot in the same display and to take both shots simultaneously.
“The EX-Z1000 was, I must admit, something of a surprise for me; fast and responsive, user-friendly and a real pleasure to use but also capable of surprisingly good results - though only if you stick to ISO 200 or below (and preferably leave it fixed on ISO 50 when the light allows).”
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DPReview have reviewed the Casio EX-Z1000 compact digicam, which offers 10 megapixels, 2.8 inch LCD screen, IS0 3200 and an interesting new Zoom Continuous Shutter mode that allows you to compare a wide angle and a telephoto shot in the same display and to take both shots simultaneously. “The EX-Z100…
DIWA member and German website Digitalkamera.de have published a review of the Fujifilm FinePix F30, which offers ISO 3200, 6 megapixels, 3x optical zoom lens and a 2.5 inch LCD.
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DIWA member and German website Digitalkamera.de have published a review of the Fujifilm FinePix F30, which offers ISO 3200, 6 megapixels, 3x optical zoom lens and a 2.5 inch LCD. Website: Digitalkamera.de - Fujifilm FinePix F30 Review Website: Read our Fujifilm Finepix F30 Review Latest Prices / User Reviews
Steves Digicams have reviewed the Sony T10, a 7 slim megapixel digital camera with a 3x zoom lens, 2.5 inch LCD screen, optical image stabilization and a fastest ISO speed of 1000.
“Bottom line - Sony has created another awesome “ultra-compact” package with excellent image quality, speedy performance, and loads of useful exposure modes, all wrapped in a very stylish and durable shell. The “paint job” of the white model we tested was very nice, with an appearance similar to a classic car in pearl white. With 7-megapixels of resolution, you’ll be able to create beautiful prints up to poster size. At an MSRP of US$399, it offers an excellent value for a camera in this category, and with the various color choices, this digicam is sure to be very popular with trendy users.”
Steves Digicams have reviewed the Sony T10, a 7 slim megapixel digital camera with a 3x zoom lens, 2.5 inch LCD screen, optical image stabilization and a fastest ISO speed of 1000. “Bottom line - Sony has created another awesome “ultra-compact” package with excellent image quality, speedy performance, and loads…
The Leica V-Lux 1 is unveiled today. Essentially a re-badged version of the Panasonic DMC-FZ50 (with some image processing changes), the Leica V-Lux 1 has the same 10 megapixel sensor, 35-420mm lens and optical image stabilizer.
Leica Press Release
Leica Camera AG, Solms is exhibiting the new LEICA V-LUX 1 at photokina in Cologne (26th September to 1st October 2006). The LEICA V-LUX 1 is a digital compact camera which combines high-performance optics and outstanding picture quality in a compact camera body. The camera offers 10 million pixels and a LEICA DC VARIO-ELMARIT 1:2.8-3.7/7.4-88.8 ASPH lens with an extremely wide range of focal lengths from 35 to 420 millimetres, thus commanding universal capability for the small picture system. From spacious landscape shots, filigree macro close-up shots through to photos of far distant objects in super telephoto mode, the lens with its 12 times zoom creates outstanding picture results in all photographic situations.
The Leica V-Lux 1 is unveiled today. Essentially a re-badged version of the Panasonic DMC-FZ50 (with some image processing changes), the Leica V-Lux 1 has the same 10 megapixel sensor, 35-420mm lens and optical image stabilizer. Leica Press Release Leica Camera AG, Solms is exhibiting the new LEICA V-LUX …
The Leica D-Lux 3 is unveiled today. Essentially a re-badged version of the Panasonic DMC-LX2 (with some image processing changes), the Leica D-Lux 3 has the same 10 megapixel sensor, 28-112mm lens, 16:9 format and optical image stabilizer.
Leica Press Release
Leica Camera AG, Solms is exhibiting the new LEICA D-LUX 3 at photokina in Cologne (26th September to 1st October 2006). The D-LUX 3 is a compact digital camera with outstandingly high-performance optics and a comprehensive range of settings. The camera offers 10 million pixels and many technical improvements compared to its predecessor, the LEICA D-LUX 2. The high-performance LEICA DC VARIO-ELMARIT 1:2.8-4.9/6.3-25.2 ASPH zoom lens on the LEICA D-LUX 3 permits a wide range of focal lengths from 28 to 112 millimetres in small picture format, allowing creative scope in picture composition from wide-angle through to the telephoto range.
The Leica D-Lux 3 is unveiled today. Essentially a re-badged version of the Panasonic DMC-LX2 (with some image processing changes), the Leica D-Lux 3 has the same 10 megapixel sensor, 28-112mm lens, 16:9 format and optical image stabilizer. Leica Press Release Leica Camera AG, Solms is exhibiting the new LEICA…
Minox Press Release
New edition of the nostalgia digital camera offers top of the range technology and a touch of extravagance
The new Minox DCC Leica M3 digital Classic Camera from MINOX comes in a really stylish format! On the outside it features the miniaturized shell of the legendary Leica M3, designed in great detail, and inside it is packed with innovative technology in the form of a powerful digital camera. A unique harmony of classic design and state-of-the-art features. This new edition of the wee camera is a logical and up to date further development of the previous DCC model, and features a color monitor and a memory card slot, making the miniature camera geared to continue a success story.
Minox Press Release New edition of the nostalgia digital camera offers top of the range technology and a touch of extravagance The new Minox DCC Leica M3 digital Classic Camera from MINOX comes in a really stylish format! On the outside it features the miniaturized shell of the legendary Leica…
The MINOX DC 1011 is a 10 megapixel digital camera with a 3x optical lens, 2.5 inch LCD screen and electronic image stabilizer.
Minox Press Release
Film quality from a new compact digital camera with 10 Mega pixel resolution. The MINOX DC 1011 is a top drawer compact camera digital photography with a highly impressive resolution of 10.1 mega pixels and equipped with almost every feature that could be expected in a compact camera. Despite its pocket-size dimensions and lightweight elegant aluminium body, the MINOX DC 1011 has a high class lens and an extremely powerful CCD image senor. This combination ensures brilliant image quality and terrific detail in every shot. Photography with the Minoc DC 1011 is exciting as it can cover any number of unexpected possibilities. And with 10 mega pixels, large enlargements or prints in poster size are no longer a problem with a digital camera.
The MINOX DC 1011 is a 10 megapixel digital camera with a 3x optical lens, 2.5 inch LCD screen and electronic image stabilizer. Minox Press Release Film quality from a new compact digital camera with 10 Mega pixel resolution. The MINOX DC 1011 is a top drawer compact camera digital…
Introducing the new 10 megapixel MINOX DC 1011 Carat: the new gold star in the Minox ‘Fashion’ collection.
Minox Press Release
A new lifestyle camera of 10-Mega Pixel’s from Wetzlar to reflect a new golden age in Digital Compact Cameras. In this case all that glitters is gold, plus diamonds that have created the elegant MINOX DC 1011 Gold. Unique jewellery stirs all kinds of emotions and the gold and diamonds used in this fully working digital camera make it an unusual and even unique piece of camera jewellery. There are 10 genuine diamonds surrounding the lens as a marker of its uniqueness which, coupled with the camera body coated with gold, presents an innovative, powerful digital camera with a magnificent 10 megapixel image resolution. With the new Minox DC 1011 Carat taking digital photographs is an exclusive pleasure that promises brilliant and satisfying images at the same time.
Introducing the new 10 megapixel MINOX DC 1011 Carat: the new gold star in the Minox ‘Fashion’ collection. Minox Press Release A new lifestyle camera of 10-Mega Pixel’s from Wetzlar to reflect a new golden age in Digital Compact Cameras. In this case all that glitters is gold, plus diamonds…
The Canon Digital IXUS 900 Ti will be available from October 2006 for £399.00 / €579.99 (known as the Canon SD900 in the United States).
Canon UK Press Release
Canon today launches the flagship of the new Digital IXUS range – the Digital IXUS 900 Ti. Finished in precision-crafted titanium with the renowned Perpetual Curve design of its predecessors, the slender Digital IXUS 900 Ti offers class-leading technology to match its exclusive exterior: 10.0 Megapixel resolution, an ultra-compact 3x optical zoom lens and Canon’s new DIGIC III image processor with advanced Noise Reduction technology. DIGIC III also features Face Detection AF/AE , a new Canon technology that automatically detects faces in people shots and optimises focus and exposure accordingly. Other key advancements include a Touch Control Dial, super-high resolution 2.5” wide angle LCD screen and ISO 1600 shooting.
The Canon Digital IXUS 900 Ti will be available from October 2006 for £399.00 / €579.99 (known as the Canon SD900 in the United States). Canon UK Press Release Canon today launches the flagship of the new Digital IXUS range – the Digital IXUS 900 Ti. Finished in precision-crafted titanium…
The Canon Digital IXUS 850 IS will be available from October 2006 for £369.00 / €539.99. (known as the Canon SD800 IS in the United States).
Canon UK Press Release
Canon today debuts its latest offering for the style-conscious photo enthusiast – the Digital IXUS 850 IS. The 7.1 Megapixel camera introduces wide-angle zoom capability to the Digital IXUS range for the first time with an optical Image Stabilizer and 28mm (35mm equivalent) 3.8x optical zoom lens. Geared to satisfy serious photographers, the ultra-compact Digital IXUS 850 IS stays true to its design heritage with a smoothly sculpted curvature design and all-metal finish. Enhanced performance and image quality are assured through Canon’s latest DIGIC III image processor , which also enables low-noise ISO 1600 shooting and new Face Detection AF/AE – a Canon technology that detects up to nine faces in a frame and automatically optimises the focus and exposure for great people shots.
The Canon Digital IXUS 850 IS will be available from October 2006 for £369.00 / €539.99. (known as the Canon SD800 IS in the United States). Canon UK Press Release Canon today debuts its latest offering for the style-conscious photo enthusiast – the Digital IXUS 850 IS. The 7.1 Megapixel…
The Canon IXUS i7 zoom will be available from October 2006 for £249.00 / € 359.99. (known as the Canon SD40 in the United States).
Canon UK Press Release
Canon today launches the Digital IXUS i7 zoom, a stylish upgrade to its ultra-compact Digital IXUS i zoom. Available in four new colours, the 7.1 Megapixel Digital IXUS i7 zoom incorporates a 2.4x optical zoom and Canon’s new DIGIC III processor . In addition to rapid performance and improved image rendering, DIGIC III significantly reduces noise at speeds up to ISO 1600. The processor also brings Canon’s Face Detection AF/AE1 system to the Digital IXUS i7 zoom. This new technology automatically detects the faces of up to nine subjects within a frame and intelligently tailors focus and exposure to optimize the result, making it perfect for use at parties and other social situations.
The Canon IXUS i7 zoom will be available from October 2006 for £249.00 / € 359.99. (known as the Canon SD40 in the United States). Canon UK Press Release Canon today launches the Digital IXUS i7 zoom, a stylish upgrade to its ultra-compact Digital IXUS i zoom. Available in four…
Canon USA Press Release
Fashion Forward and Feature Filled, Canon’s Three New Digital ELPH Cameras Take Sizzling Style, Cool Curves and Great Pictures to the Winner’s Circle for a PowerShot Trifecta
LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y.—Sept. 14, 2006—America’s love affair with Canon’s Digital ELPH cameras is heating up once again as three streamlined new sisters join the PowerShot Digital ELPH family - just in time for the popular camera line’s tenth anniversary. Reprising the discrete, petite profiles, curved bodies, smooth lines, and lustrous eye-catching allure that define the outer-design of Digital ELPH camera models, the 10.0 megapixel PowerShot SD900 Digital ELPH and the 7.1 megapixel PowerShot SD800 IS and PowerShot SD40 Digital ELPH cameras take the marriage of style and substance to a new level. They do it with an array of new user-friendly features, innovations and enhancements ranging from a dramatically faster response time to a new face detection autofocus system that keeps subjects in focus no matter where in the frame they appear. Arriving in stores in October, these power-packed digital denizens of pocket or purse continue to champion the go anywhere, shoot anytime philosophy that keeps picture-taking fun and preserves memorable moments in a flash.
Canon USA Press Release Fashion Forward and Feature Filled, Canon’s Three New Digital ELPH Cameras Take Sizzling Style, Cool Curves and Great Pictures to the Winner’s Circle for a PowerShot Trifecta LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y.—Sept. 14, 2006—America’s love affair with Canon’s Digital ELPH cameras is heating up once again as three…
The new Pentax T20 digital camera is announced. Offering 7 megapixels, 3 inch LCD screen and a slim 19.5mm body, the Pentax T20 will arrive in UK stores in October with a retail price of £249.99.
Pentax UK Press Release
14th September, 2006 - Pentax is delighted to introduce the new Pentax Optio T20 compact digital camera. An upgrade to the highly successful Optio T10, the new camera still benefits from a combination of stylish design and innovative functionality - such as touch-screen programming, on-screen image manipulation and high-definition playback - but now boasts a meatier 7 megapixel processing performance. This makes the Pentax T20 ideal for those who want to match cutting edge design, top-end optical performance and leading digital technology. Housed within an extremely slim body, the Pentax T20 is defined by its extra-large 3.0-inch, high-definition LCD monitor, which allows for easy viewing and a touch-screen control system for programming the camera. Using the screen as the main interface in this way, navigation is simplified, more control is given to the user, and the design of the camera is simplified to make it much more aesthetically pleasing. Yet ease of use and stunning design is balanced by high-end performance, with the T20’s 7 effective megapixel resolution delivering exceptionally high-quality prints with crisp detail.
The new Pentax T20 digital camera is announced. Offering 7 megapixels, 3 inch LCD screen and a slim 19.5mm body, the Pentax T20 will arrive in UK stores in October with a retail price of £249.99. Pentax UK Press Release 14th September, 2006 - Pentax is delighted to introduce the…
Featuring 6 megapixels and a large 2.4-inch LCD monitor, the Pentax E20 will be on sale from October with a retail price of £119.19.
Pentax UK Press Release
14th September, 2006 - Pentax is pleased to introduce the new Optio E20, a lightweight compact digital camera. The introduction of the Pentax E20 expands Pentax’s portfolio of entry-level compacts. With 6 megapixels and a 3X optical zoom lens it is designed to be simply operated and features a convenient mode dial making the Optio E20 the ideal choice for budding photographers. The Pentax E20 offers beginners and novices an innovative camera with technologically advanced optics and a premium photographic experience at a competitive price. The Pentax Optio E20 is the latest in Pentax’s Optio E series range featuring world leading optics in an easy-to-use package that is great value for money. In addition the Pentax E20 uses AA batteries, so users can easily buy replacements no matter where they are in the world to take high quality photos anytime or anywhere.
Featuring 6 megapixels and a large 2.4-inch LCD monitor, the Pentax E20 will be on sale from October with a retail price of £119.19. Pentax UK Press Release 14th September, 2006 - Pentax is pleased to introduce the new Optio E20, a lightweight compact digital camera. The introduction of the…
Fujifilm UK Press Release
The Fujifilm A700 is a 7.3 megapixel, user-friendly addition to Fujifilm’s respected ‘A’ range of digital cameras.
Fujifilm today announced the launch of the Fujifilm FinePix A700 - a straightforward compact with user-friendly controls and multiple scene positions for ultimate ease-of-use. The latest addition to Fujifilm’s popular ‘A’ series entry-level cameras, the Fujifilm A700 contains a 3x optical zoom and a powerful Super CCD HR sensor, delivering 7.3 megapixels - providing a robust package, at a reasonable price point, that the whole family can use. The Fujifilm A700 offers a no-nonsense approach to photography, making it ideal for digital camera newcomers, or those keen to maintain high image quality levels without having to deal with the complexity that comes with some of the higher end cameras. The Fujifilm A700 has been designed so that the exterior controls and menus are easy to navigate. In addition, the large 2.4” LCD monitor makes it possible to shoot and review images quickly and easily.
Fujifilm UK Press Release The Fujifilm A700 is a 7.3 megapixel, user-friendly addition to Fujifilm’s respected ‘A’ range of digital cameras. Fujifilm today announced the launch of the Fujifilm FinePix A700 - a straightforward compact with user-friendly controls and multiple scene positions for ultimate ease-of-use. The latest addition to Fujifilm’s…
Casio have released a firmware update, v1.02, for the 10 megapixel Casio EX-Z1000 compact digicam.
Improvements Provided by This Update:
- Fixes a problem that occasionally causes a thin black line to appear along the bottom of an image recorded using the BEST SHOT “Old Photo,” “Business cards and documents,” or “White board, etc.” sample scenes.
Website: Casio EX-Z1000 v1.02 Firmware Update
Casio have released a firmware update, v1.02, for the 10 megapixel Casio EX-Z1000 compact digicam. Improvements Provided by This Update: - Fixes a problem that occasionally causes a thin black line to appear along the bottom of an image recorded using the BEST SHOT “Old Photo,” “Business cards and documents,”…