Category: Digital Compact Cameras
Casio Europe Press Release
Norderstedt, September 2006 - Autumn is approaching and welcomes us with glowing colors. A clear blue sky and the multi-colored leaves make us feel like taking long walks during the colorful season. EXILIM is also contributing to the colorful hustle and bustle: the color variations blue and red complement the EXILIM Zoom EX-Z700, which is already available in silver, grey and gold. Besides its exciting exterior, the technical qualities of the digitally compact camera are captivating. The 7.2 mega-pixels and the extra bright 2.7 inch screen are the foundation for brilliant photos. At the same time, a fast ready status and short shutter delay make sure the user does not miss one`s motif.
Casio Europe Press Release Norderstedt, September 2006 - Autumn is approaching and welcomes us with glowing colors. A clear blue sky and the multi-colored leaves make us feel like taking long walks during the colorful season. EXILIM is also contributing to the colorful hustle and bustle: the color variations blue…
Buy-n-Shoot.com have reviewed the Olympus mju 700 (also known as the Olympus Stylus 710 in the USA), a 7.1 megapixel camera with 3x zoom, 2.5 inch LCD and a weatherproof body.
“Another feature worth mentioning is the anti-shake setting, found on the dial with a picture of a hand, with two lines either side of it signalling movement. This feature disables the ISO settings and works with the shutter and aperture controls, raising the ISO (film speed) setting in situations where there might be a chance that movement could be evident in the shot from a shaky hand, or low light. I found this to be a handy little addition but also noticed the camera shooting at the higher settings more often – increasing the chance of a grainier photo. But overall, a grainier image is far better than a blurred image which would otherwise be deleted from the camera.”
Buy-n-Shoot.com have reviewed the Olympus mju 700 (also known as the Olympus Stylus 710 in the USA), a 7.1 megapixel camera with 3x zoom, 2.5 inch LCD and a weatherproof body. “Another feature worth mentioning is the anti-shake setting, found on the dial with a picture of a hand, with…
Digital Trends have published their review of the Fujifilm FinePix F30, which offers ISO 3200, 6 megapixels, 3x optical zoom lens and a 2.5 inch LCD.
“One of the real world improvements for this camera is a setting called Natural Light & Flash. With Natural Light the camera sets the ISO and takes a shot without a flash. In most instances this works well but sometimes it doesn’t because there’s just too much noise. With Natural Light & Flash, the camera takes two simultaneous shots—one with and one without a flash. Once you get home and see them a big screen, you can decide which one to print. Also new is the i-Flash that automatically adjusts to the scene rather than blasting the same amount of light for every subject. It worked nicely, especially with some indoor close-ups.”
Website: Digital Trends - Fujifilm FinePix F30 Review
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Digital Trends have published their review of the Fujifilm FinePix F30, which offers ISO 3200, 6 megapixels, 3x optical zoom lens and a 2.5 inch LCD. “One of the real world improvements for this camera is a setting called Natural Light & Flash. With Natural Light the camera sets the…
Trusted Reviews have reviewed the Kodak Easyshare Z650, which has a 6.1-megapixel sensor and 10x zoom lens.
“Fortunately the Z650 does have one major strong point, and that is image quality. The Schneider Kreuznach lens is as usual superb, producing pin-sharp focus right across the frame, with virtually zero distortion at all focal lengths. The Kodak Colour Science processing engine does the rest, turning in gorgeous colour reproduction in every shot. The image files produced at the 6MP setting are around 0.8-1.5MB each (528 shots on a 1GB card) but even so there was very little JPEG artefacting. Image noise is also very well controlled. The Z650 has an ISO range of 80-400, but even at the highest setting there was very little noise.”
Trusted Reviews have reviewed the Kodak Easyshare Z650, which has a 6.1-megapixel sensor and 10x zoom lens. “Fortunately the Z650 does have one major strong point, and that is image quality. The Schneider Kreuznach lens is as usual superb, producing pin-sharp focus right across the frame, with virtually zero distortion…
The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T50 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-N2 are announced today, both featuring 3 inch, 230,000 pixel LCD touch-screens. The Sony DSC-T50 ships in October for about $500. The Sony DSC-N2 also hits stores in October for about $450.
Sony Press Release
SAN DIEGO, Sept. 11—It’s easy to pocket your screen gems and dazzle audiences with the new Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T50 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-N2 digital cameras, featuring three-inch touch-screen displays and built-in slide show capability. The new models’ extra-large screens with intuitive menu options allow for less physical buttons on the camera bodies, resulting in a sleeker design. The Sony DSC-T50 and Sony DSC-N2 also incorporate Sony’s Clear Photo Plus LCD technology for higher resolution (230K), higher contrast and optimal viewing from various angles. You can use your photos to craft dynamic, personal narratives with in-camera slide shows—complete with your own music and transition effects such as pans, wipes and fades. “With digital photography, the social interaction that happens when people share their pictures has become as important as making great photographs,” said Phil Lubell, director of marketing for digital still cameras and photo printers at Sony Electronics. “Large, durable, scratch-resistant touch screens with enhanced photo-viewing capabilities are a means to ensuring that photo buffs get the maximum enjoyment out of using their cameras.”
The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T50 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-N2 are announced today, both featuring 3 inch, 230,000 pixel LCD touch-screens. The Sony DSC-T50 ships in October for about $500. The Sony DSC-N2 also hits stores in October for about $450. Sony Press Release SAN DIEGO, Sept. 11—It’s easy to pocket your…
DPReview have published their review of the recently announced 10 megapixel Panasonic DMC-FZ50 camera.
“If you look at the list of pros and cons above you’ll notice that the pros are mostly concerned with the camera and the cons are mostly concerned with the image, or more specifically the effect of noise and Venus III noise reduction. This sums up the FZ50 perfectly; a fantastic camera with a less than stellar sensor / processor, and way too many pixels.”
Website: DPReview - Panasonic DMC-FZ50 Review
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DPReview have published their review of the recently announced 10 megapixel Panasonic DMC-FZ50 camera. “If you look at the list of pros and cons above you’ll notice that the pros are mostly concerned with the camera and the cons are mostly concerned with the image, or more specifically the effect…
DigitalCameraInfo have just reviewed the Sony Cybershot DSC-T30, a 7.2 megapixel camera with a 3 inch LCD screen, image stabilisation and high sensitivity mode (ISO 1000) to help avoid blurry photos.
“It is easy to use, offering a selection of automatic modes, along with a High Sensitivity scene mode that boosts the ISO up to 1000 to capture pictures without the flash at places like night clubs where illumination is limited. The 3x optical zoom lens is good in both still and video recording modes, and Sony’s Super SteadyShot image stabilization system helps keep pictures crisp and video stable.”
DigitalCameraInfo have just reviewed the Sony Cybershot DSC-T30, a 7.2 megapixel camera with a 3 inch LCD screen, image stabilisation and high sensitivity mode (ISO 1000) to help avoid blurry photos. “It is easy to use, offering a selection of automatic modes, along with a High Sensitivity scene mode that…
DIWA member and Czech website Fotoaparat have reviewed the Pentax Optio W10, a 6 megapixel camera with 3x optical zoom lens, 2.5 inch LCD and a waterproof body.
Website: Fotoaparat - Pentax Optio W10 Review
DIWA member and Czech website Fotoaparat have reviewed the Pentax Optio W10, a 6 megapixel camera with 3x optical zoom lens, 2.5 inch LCD and a waterproof body. Website: Fotoaparat - Pentax Optio W10 Review Latest Prices / User Reviews
Imaging Resource have reviewed the Nikon Coolpix L4, a 4 megapixel camera with 3x optical zoom lens and 2 inch LCD.
“Compared to some competing entry-level models that take AA batteries the new Nikon Coolpix L4 has very limited manual control particularly when it comes to ISO light sensitivity adjustment. The L4 makes up for its lack of control, however, with a robust automatic feature set that’s helps make picture-taking easier for the entry-level shooter. Still, it’s not the fastest camera in its class, and the Nikon L4’s images are really only suitable for 5x7 or 4x6, due to significant noise in the images. Consider the price, and it’s not bad, but we saw much better performance from the L3, which seems to be the sweet spot in the L-series lineup.”
Imaging Resource have reviewed the Nikon Coolpix L4, a 4 megapixel camera with 3x optical zoom lens and 2 inch LCD. “Compared to some competing entry-level models that take AA batteries the new Nikon Coolpix L4 has very limited manual control particularly when it comes to ISO light sensitivity adjustment…
Casio have released a new firmware version (v1.03) for the Casio EX-S500, which adds SDHC memory card format support.
Website: Casio EX-S500 v1.03 Firmware Update
Casio have released a new firmware version (v1.03) for the Casio EX-S500, which adds SDHC memory card format support. Website: Casio EX-S500 v1.03 Firmware Update
Samsung UK Press Release
International footballer and Samsung Cameras demonstrate great teamwork
London, UK – September, 2006: Chelsea and England footballer star, Joe Cole, has signed an exclusive partnership with Samsung Cameras to champion their new NV range of stylish digital cameras. This high profile relationship highlights Samsung’s dedication to the new NV series with Cole’s skill and creative flair on the pitch reflecting the high performance and results experienced with Samsung cameras. Both Joe Cole and the Samsung cameras are supremely talented in their own fields and this partnership is sure to reinforce the profile of Samsung as a serious player in the digital camera arena.
Samsung UK Press Release International footballer and Samsung Cameras demonstrate great teamwork London, UK – September, 2006: Chelsea and England footballer star, Joe Cole, has signed an exclusive partnership with Samsung Cameras to champion their new NV range of stylish digital cameras. This high profile relationship highlights Samsung’s dedication to…
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Disney Press Release
Disney Launches New Line of Digital Cameras for Children; Designed to Inspire Creativity, Disney Pix Click Features Easy-To-Use Editing Software for a Fun and Personalized Experience
BURBANK, Calif.—(BUSINESS WIRE)—Sept. 7, 2006—Fostering creativity and stretching the imaginations of children have long been a part of the Disney legacy, this month Disney Consumer Products delivers on this tradition with a new line of Disney Pix digital cameras especially designed for kids and tweens. Available in a variety of styles and character-themed designs for all ages, including “High School Musical,” “Cars” and “Pirates of the Caribbean,” the new Disney Pix line features digital cameras, camcorders and peripherals that allow young users to shoot, edit, print and share their own digital photographs.
Up to 640x480 resolution, RAW file format not included… Disney Press Release Disney Launches New Line of Digital Cameras for Children; Designed to Inspire Creativity, Disney Pix Click Features Easy-To-Use Editing Software for a Fun and Personalized Experience BURBANK, Calif.—(BUSINESS WIRE)—Sept. 7, 2006—Fostering creativity and stretching the imaginations of children…
DIWA member LetsGoDigital have just reviewed the new 10x zoom, 5 megapixel, compact Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ1 digital camera.
“Although the Panasonic Lumix TZ1 did well in the test run and we really enjoyed having the MEGA O.I.S image stabilizer, we still see some challenges ahead for Panasonic. The noise ratio at ISO values of 400 and higher is still a stumbling block for this manufacturer. Looking at the competition, we can see that it is possible to get more out of the small CCD image sensors and to have less obvious noise than there was at 400 ISO and higher.”
Website: LetsGoDigital - Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ1 Review
DIWA member LetsGoDigital have just reviewed the new 10x zoom, 5 megapixel, compact Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ1 digital camera. “Although the Panasonic Lumix TZ1 did well in the test run and we really enjoyed having the MEGA O.I.S image stabilizer, we still see some challenges ahead for Panasonic. The noise ratio…
Disgruntled owner Pavel Kudrys has started an online petition about the new 10 megapixel Panasonic LX2 and FZ50 digital cameras.
“The main aim of this petition is to “force” the Panasonic to release a firmware update for their very recent prosumer cameras FZ50 and LX2. This new firmware should allow the users to turn the in-camera Noise Reduction (and other picture adjustments, like contrast, saturation and sharpness) completely OFF. The current option to set the picture adjustments to LOW is not enough, because the VENUS III NR is simply too strong and kills many fine details and gives the JPEG output very smudgy and watercolor paint look.”
So far 160 people have agreed with Pavel and signed the petition. We’re in the middle of reviewing the DMC-FZ50 at the moment, so expect our comments on this “issue” soon…
Website: Panasonic LX2 / FZ50 Petition
Disgruntled owner Pavel Kudrys has started an online petition about the new 10 megapixel Panasonic LX2 and FZ50 digital cameras. “The main aim of this petition is to “force” the Panasonic to release a firmware update for their very recent prosumer cameras FZ50 and LX2. This new firmware should allow…
Steves Digicams have reviewed the 7 megapixel, 12x zoom Kodak Easyshare P712 digital camera.
“Shooting performance is very robust for a camera in this class. From power-on till the first image captured measures about 3.2 seconds. Shutter lag, the delay between depressing the shutter and capturing the image, measures less than less than 1/10 of a second when pre-focused, and only 2/10 of a second including autofocus. Shooting a sequence of JPEG/Fine or RAW images in single-shot mode yielded a shot to shot time of 1.4 seconds between frames; TIFF mode slowed to about 12.5 seconds. Flash images were captured at intervals of between 1.8 and 3 seconds, depending on the subject distance.”
Website: Steves Digicams - Kodak Easyshare P712 Review
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Steves Digicams have reviewed the 7 megapixel, 12x zoom Kodak Easyshare P712 digital camera. “Shooting performance is very robust for a camera in this class. From power-on till the first image captured measures about 3.2 seconds. Shutter lag, the delay between depressing the shutter and capturing the image, measures less…
Norwegian website Akam.no have reviewed the Panasonic LUMIX DMC-FX07, which has 7.2 megapixel, a 28mm wide-angle Leica lens and optical image stabilizer.
Website: Akam.no - Panasonic LUMIX DMC-FX07 Review
Norwegian website Akam.no have reviewed the Panasonic LUMIX DMC-FX07, which has 7.2 megapixel, a 28mm wide-angle Leica lens and optical image stabilizer. Website: Akam.no - Panasonic LUMIX DMC-FX07 Review Website: Read our Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX07 Review Latest Prices / User Reviews
ThinkCamera have just reviewed the Pentax Optio A10, which features a shake reduction system, 8 megapixels and a 2.5 inch LCD screen.
“The A10 was released before high sensitivity modes became the norm, and the camera only offers a maximum ISO of 400 (relying on its image stabilisation to compensate in low-light). Noise is a big issue however, and the images suffer from it at all levels apart from 50 at the bottom end of the scale. Despite the noise colours and detail are good and at low ISO very sharp.”
ThinkCamera have just reviewed the Pentax Optio A10, which features a shake reduction system, 8 megapixels and a 2.5 inch LCD screen. “The A10 was released before high sensitivity modes became the norm, and the camera only offers a maximum ISO of 400 (relying on its image stabilisation to compensate…
TrustedReviews have just reviewed the 7 megapixel Samsung NV3 digital camera.
“As well as this, the overall image quality is very good, with excellent exposure and colour rendition especially in good light, and surprisingly good dynamic range for a 1/2.5” sensor. With 7.2MP it produces plenty of detail, however some of this is lost to the noise reduction system. The NV lens is excellent, producing virtually zero distortion at wide angle, and the stepless zoom makes accurate framing easy.”
Website: TrustedReviews - Samsung NV3 Review
TrustedReviews have just reviewed the 7 megapixel Samsung NV3 digital camera. “As well as this, the overall image quality is very good, with excellent exposure and colour rendition especially in good light, and surprisingly good dynamic range for a 1/2.5” sensor. With 7.2MP it produces plenty of detail, however some…
Fujifilm have releaesed a new firmware update for the FinePix F30 Zoom digital camera.
The firmware (Ver.1.00 to Ver.1.02) update incorporates the following issues.
1. Fix the issues that some camera operation cause the following effects in very rare cases.
(a) Some recorded images cannot be viewed and “Read Error” message is displayed on the LCD monitor.
(b) The full frame of camera recorded image cannot be viewed on PC.
2. Shorten the recognition time of PC when the camera connected to the PC via USB interface.
In the case of 1000 JPEG images in camera, PC recognition time is improved from 20 seconds to 2 seconds.
Fujifilm have releaesed a new firmware update for the FinePix F30 Zoom digital camera. The firmware (Ver.1.00 to Ver.1.02) update incorporates the following issues. 1. Fix the issues that some camera operation cause the following effects in very rare cases. (a) Some recorded images cannot be viewed and “Read Error”…
Fujifilm have released a new firmware version for the FinePix Z3 Zoom camera.
The firmware (Ver.1.00 to Ver.1.02) update incorporates the following issues.
1. Fix the issues that some camera operation cause the following effects in very rare cases.
(a) Some recorded images cannot be viewed and “Read Error” message is displayed on the LCD monitor.
(b) The full frame of camera recorded image cannot be viewed on PC.
2. Shorten the recognition time of PC when the camera connected to the PC via USB interface.
In the case of 1000 JPEG images in camera, PC recognition time is improved from 20 seconds to 2 seconds.
Fujifilm have released a new firmware version for the FinePix Z3 Zoom camera. The firmware (Ver.1.00 to Ver.1.02) update incorporates the following issues. 1. Fix the issues that some camera operation cause the following effects in very rare cases. (a) Some recorded images cannot be viewed and “Read Error” message…