Category: Digital Compact Cameras
BenQ have announced the E510 and E520, two 5 megapixel digital cameras with a 3x optical zoom lens. Both the BenQ E510 and BenQ E520 feature an innovative touch screen, which allows you to tap the screen to zoom in on a photo. The E520 offers a 2.5 inch LCD screen, whilst the E510 has a 2 inch screen.
BenQ Press Release
BenQ Releases DC E510 Digital Camera
Europe, May 31, 2005 – BenQ has released a digital camera aimed at users that require both quality and fun in one package. The DC E510 features a 5 megapixel CCD sensor, 3x optical zoom, and an oversized 2” LTPS touch screen with innovative “tap to enlarge” and creative photo frame and stamp options.
“The DC E510 adds a dimension of fun to BenQ’s digital camera line,” commented Peter Chen, BenQ Vice-President and Digital Media Business Group General Manager. “The DC E510 lets you take quality photos, add your own personal flourishes and transfer or print them out easily.”
BenQ have announced the E510 and E520, two 5 megapixel digital cameras with a 3x optical zoom lens. Both the BenQ E510 and BenQ E520 feature an innovative touch screen, which allows you to tap the screen to zoom in on a photo. The E520 offers a 2.5 inch LCD…
Hungarian website Index Digicam have the first online review of the PENTAX Optio50, an easy to use and compact digital camera with a 3x zoom lens and 5 megapixels.
Website: Index Digicam - PENTAX Optio50 Review
Hungarian website Index Digicam have the first online review of the PENTAX Optio50, an easy to use and compact digital camera with a 3x zoom lens and 5 megapixels. Website: Index Digicam - PENTAX Optio50 Review Check the Latest Prices for the PENTAX Optio50 Write a Review of the PENTAX Optio50
DIWA member and Czech website Fotoaparat have reviewed the Ricoh R2, a 5 megapixel digital camera with a 4.8x optical zoom and 2.5 inch LCD screen. The Ricoh Caplio R2 is less than 26mm thick and has a battery life of around 500 shots.
Website: Fotoaparat - Ricoh R2 Review
DIWA member and Czech website Fotoaparat have reviewed the Ricoh R2, a 5 megapixel digital camera with a 4.8x optical zoom and 2.5 inch LCD screen. The Ricoh Caplio R2 is less than 26mm thick and has a battery life of around 500 shots. Website: Fotoaparat - Ricoh R2 Review
DigiCamReview have just reviewed the Sony DSC-S80, a digital camera that is exclusive to Europe.
“Image quality is good, the images have good colour, saturation, contrast and good detail with very low purple fringing - although images are a bit soft. The camera did a good job focusing. There is a good range of image sizes and a good choice of compression options. The macro mode is average. Auto white balance and metering seemed to be quite good. Red-eye was controlled well. The movie mode is very good as the resolution and framerate is 640x480 / 30fps with sound.”
Website: DigiCamReview - Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S80 Review
DigiCamReview have just reviewed the Sony DSC-S80, a digital camera that is exclusive to Europe. “Image quality is good, the images have good colour, saturation, contrast and good detail with very low purple fringing - although images are a bit soft. The camera did a good job focusing. There is…
DIWA member and Polish website Fotopolis have published the first online review of the new Sony DSC-H1 digital camera. The DSC-H1 has a 12x optical zoom lens (equivalent to 36-432 millimeters), 5 megapixel CCD and 2.5 inch LCD screen.
Fotopolis - Sony DSC-H1 Review
DIWA member and Polish website Fotopolis have published the first online review of the new Sony DSC-H1 digital camera. The DSC-H1 has a 12x optical zoom lens (equivalent to 36-432 millimeters), 5 megapixel CCD and 2.5 inch LCD screen. Fotopolis - Sony DSC-H1 Review Check the Latest Prices for the…
DCResource have published their review of the Fujifilm FinePix Z1 Zoom, a 5 megapixel compact digital camera with a large 2.5inch LCD screen and 3 optical zoom.
“The FinePix Z1 is a good performer, with near-instant startup, good focusing times (with high speed shooting turned on), no shutter lag, and good shot-to-shot speeds. Photo quality is good, though images have a fuzzy/grainy look to them which seems to be the norm for cameras with this lens design. The Z1 can perform better than the competition at high ISO settings, though you’ll probably want to use those photos for smaller-sized prints only. The natural light mode is especially handy for those low light shots that always turn out blurry. In terms of features the Z1 is fairly stripped—there are no manual controls of any kind and there’s not even a continuous shooting mode. In other words, it’s 100% point-and-shoot. One really nice feature on the Z1 is its VGA movie mode.”
DCResource - Fujifilm FinePix Z1 Zoom Review
DCResource have published their review of the Fujifilm FinePix Z1 Zoom, a 5 megapixel compact digital camera with a large 2.5inch LCD screen and 3 optical zoom. “The FinePix Z1 is a good performer, with near-instant startup, good focusing times (with high speed shooting turned on), no shutter lag, and…
CNET have reviewed the Canon Digital IXUS 50, a 5 megapixel digital camera with stainless steel finish that is Canon’s smallest ever 5.0 Megapixel optical zoom camera (also known as the SD400).
“This camera’s image quality was marginally better than that of its 4-megapixel sibling, although both were a little disappointing. The Canon PowerShot SD400 produced photos that were sharper than the SD300’s, but other 5-megapixel cameras in this class have done better, particularly at the telephoto zoom position. On the plus side, there was a good range of detail in shadows and highlights, although it was often masked by JPEG artifacts. Color saturation was somewhat muted at the default setting, and flesh tones showed a tendency toward yellow casts.”
Website: CNET - Canon Digital IXUS 50 Review
CNET have reviewed the Canon Digital IXUS 50, a 5 megapixel digital camera with stainless steel finish that is Canon’s smallest ever 5.0 Megapixel optical zoom camera (also known as the SD400). “This camera’s image quality was marginally better than that of its 4-megapixel sibling, although both were a little…
DIWA member and Norwegian website Digit.no have reviewed the 7 megapixel Olympus C-7070 Wide Zoom, which was announced at the CES show back in January.
Website: Digit.no - Olympus C-7070 Wide Zoom Review
DIWA member and Norwegian website Digit.no have reviewed the 7 megapixel Olympus C-7070 Wide Zoom, which was announced at the CES show back in January. Website: Digit.no - Olympus C-7070 Wide Zoom Review Check the Latest Prices for the Olympus C-7070 Wide Zoom Write a Review of the Olympus C-707…
PCMagazine have posted their review of the 7.2 megapixel Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P200 digital camera.
“The modernist shape of the Cyber-shot DSC-P200 ($399.95 direct) certainly sets it apart in the compact cameras category. With its one rounded side and minimal yet formally balanced front, it will definitely draw attention. And as with past P-series models, Sony hasn’t skimped on performance, either. But although the DSC-P200 performed similarly on our lab tests to the Canon PowerShot SD500 Digital Elph and is $100 cheaper, it doesn’t match the SD500 in subjective image quality.”
Website: PCMagazine - Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P200 Review
PCMagazine have posted their review of the 7.2 megapixel Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P200 digital camera. “The modernist shape of the Cyber-shot DSC-P200 ($399.95 direct) certainly sets it apart in the compact cameras category. With its one rounded side and minimal yet formally balanced front, it will definitely draw attention. And as…
Ken Rockwell has just reviewed the new Casio EX-Z750 Exilim Zoom, which has a 7.2 megapixel CCD sensor, large 2.5-inch LCD screen and offers a battery life of 325 shots.
“The Casio EX-Z750 is my favorite compact camera as of June, 2005. I bought one personally and carry it everywhere in my pocket. It has instantaneous operation, easy navigation through simple menus and has all sorts of clever features and excellent ease- and speed-of-use lacking in Nikon and Canon compacts. It has 7 megapixels, a 3 x zoom and full manual controls if you need them. It’s super easy to use, and even gives usable images at ISO 400 unlike most other compacts. Image quality for static subjects at low ISO is the same as my Nikon D70 DSLR and quite unlike what you’d expect from a girlie-sized camera, as I’ll show later in this review.”
Website: Ken Rockwell - Casio EX-Z750 Exilim Zoom Review
Ken Rockwell has just reviewed the new Casio EX-Z750 Exilim Zoom, which has a 7.2 megapixel CCD sensor, large 2.5-inch LCD screen and offers a battery life of 325 shots. “The Casio EX-Z750 is my favorite compact camera as of June, 2005. I bought one personally and carry it everywhere…
HP Photosmart R817 and HP Photosmart R818 are announced today. The HP R817 and HP R818 both feature a 5x optical zoom lens from Pentax and a 5 megapixel CCD sensor. The only difference between the R817 and R818 is the appearance - the R817 is silver, whereas the R818 has a dark grey metallic finish. The HP R817 and HP R818 allow you to extract, print and share any frame from a movie as a single frame photograph. The new optional HP Photosmart Scuba/Underwater case means that the R818 / R817 can be used up to 40 metres underwater. The HP Photosmart R817 is available bundled with the HP Photosmart R-Series Docking Station for £349 or can be purchased on its own for £299*. Shipping date is the end July 2005. The HP Photosmart R818 Digital Camera is available bundled with the HP Photosmart R-Series Docking Station for £399. Shipping date is the end of August 2005.
HP UK Press Release
Zoom in closer with the new HP Photosmart R817 and R818 Digital Cameras
With new HP Photosmart Scuba / Underwater camera casing these models are latest and most impressive additions to the HP R-Series range
LONDON, UK, JUNE 1, 2005 – HP today announced the launch of the HP Photosmart R817 and R818 Digital Cameras. Featuring a powerful Pentax 5x optical lens, 5.1 megapixel (MP) resolution and new intuitive HP Real Life technologies, these cameras make it easy for all photographers to capture unique detail in every picture.
HP Photosmart R817 and HP Photosmart R818 are announced today. The HP R817 and HP R818 both feature a 5x optical zoom lens from Pentax and a 5 megapixel CCD sensor. The only difference between the R817 and R818 is the appearance - the R817 is silver, whereas the R81…
Imaging Resource have reviewed the 5 megapixel Panasonic LUMIX DMC-LZ2, which features a 6x optical zoom lens and an Optical Image Stabilizer to combat camera shake.
“With the minimalist styling that’s been a hallmark of the company’s Lumix lineup, the Panasonic DMC-LZ2 looks clean and functional, with a 6x Lumix DC Vario optical zoom lens that dominates the front panel. Measuring 4.0 x 2.5 x 1.3 inches (101 x 64 x 33 millimeters), the DMC-LZ2 weighs approximately 7.8 ounces (222 grams) with the battery and storage card installed. The DMC-LZ2’s all-plastic, matte-silver body helps keep the camera’s weight down, but does tend to give the initial reaction that it feels somewhat cheap. There’s very little creak or flex to any of the body panels, but this was the first impression from several people who had occasion to handle the camera during the review process. While it definitely won’t fit into your shirt pocket, an accompanying wrist strap offers a sense of security when carrying the camera - but I’d also recommend picking up at least a small camera bag to protect the lens.”
Website: Imaging Resource - Panasonic LUMIX DMC-LZ2 Review
Imaging Resource have reviewed the 5 megapixel Panasonic LUMIX DMC-LZ2, which features a 6x optical zoom lens and an Optical Image Stabilizer to combat camera shake. “With the minimalist styling that’s been a hallmark of the company’s Lumix lineup, the Panasonic DMC-LZ2 looks clean and functional, with a 6x Lumix…
DIWA member and Slovenian website e-fotografija have reviewed the new Fujifilm FinePix F10 Zoom, which has an ISO range of 80 to 1600, Super CCD sensor with 6.1 megapixels and a 2.5 inch LCD screen.
Website: e-fotografija - Fujifilm FinePix F10 Zoom Review
DIWA member and Slovenian website e-fotografija have reviewed the new Fujifilm FinePix F10 Zoom, which has an ISO range of 80 to 1600, Super CCD sensor with 6.1 megapixels and a 2.5 inch LCD screen. Website: e-fotografija - Fujifilm FinePix F10 Zoom Review Check the Latest Prices for the Fujifilm…
TrustedReviews have published their review of the Sony DSC-W7, a 7 megapixel digital camera with a 2.5 inch LCD screen, battery life of 380 shots between power charges and 32 megabytes of internal memory.
“Sony’s Cyber-shot DSC-W7 represents a good middle ground in the new 7 megapixel snapshot market. Image quality could be a little better, but overall performance, build quality and handling are everything we’ve come to expect from Sony. At a price point of around £239 it represents excellent value for money, and will not disappoint.”
Website: TrustedReviews - Sony DSC-W7 Review
TrustedReviews have published their review of the Sony DSC-W7, a 7 megapixel digital camera with a 2.5 inch LCD screen, battery life of 380 shots between power charges and 32 megabytes of internal memory. “Sony’s Cyber-shot DSC-W7 represents a good middle ground in the new 7 megapixel snapshot market. Image…
The Danish website Akam.dk have just reviewed the new Casio EX-Z750 Exilim Zoom, which has a 7.2 megapixel CCD sensor, large 2.5-inch LCD screen and offers a battery life of 325 shots.
Website: Akam.dk - Casio EX-Z750 Exilim Zoom Review
The Danish website Akam.dk have just reviewed the new Casio EX-Z750 Exilim Zoom, which has a 7.2 megapixel CCD sensor, large 2.5-inch LCD screen and offers a battery life of 325 shots. Website: Akam.dk - Casio EX-Z750 Exilim Zoom Review Check the Latest Prices for the Casio EX-Z750 Exilim Zoom…
The Czech website FotoAparat.cz have reviewed the 5 megapixel Nikon Coolpix 5600 that was announced back at PMA in February.
Website: FotoAparat.cz - Nikon Coolpix 5600 Review
Website: Read my Nikon Coolpix 5600 Review
The Czech website FotoAparat.cz have reviewed the 5 megapixel Nikon Coolpix 5600 that was announced back at PMA in February. Website: FotoAparat.cz - Nikon Coolpix 5600 Review Website: Read my Nikon Coolpix 5600 Review Check the Latest Prices for the Nikon Coolpix 5600 Write a Review of the Nikon Coolpix 5600
The Norwegian website Akam.no have reviewed the Ricoh R2, a 5 megapixel digital camera with a 4.8x optical zoom and 2.5 inch LCD screen. The Ricoh Caplio R2 is less than 26mm thick and has a battery life of around 500 shots.
Website: Akam.no - Ricoh R2 Review
The Norwegian website Akam.no have reviewed the Ricoh R2, a 5 megapixel digital camera with a 4.8x optical zoom and 2.5 inch LCD screen. The Ricoh Caplio R2 is less than 26mm thick and has a battery life of around 500 shots. Website: Akam.no - Ricoh R2 Review
DIWA member LetsGoDigital have reviewed the Ricoh R2, a 5 megapixel digital camera with a 4.8x optical zoom and 2.5 inch LCD screen. The Ricoh Caplio R2 is less than 26mm thick and has a battery life of around 500 shots.
“Concluding I can say that the Ricoh Caplio R2 left a good impression. The overall quality is fine and the settings offer the (beginning) photographer many creative possibilities. We did have some comments, but still we’d like to recommend the Ricoh Caplio R2 for those who look for a digital camera at which speed and ease are on par. Add to this the excellent quality of the housing, the beautiful optical range and you will find a compact 5 megapixel camera with sufficient potency to offer the beginning photographer a lot of photographic joy over a long period of time.”
Website: LetsGoDigital - Ricoh R2 Review
DIWA member LetsGoDigital have reviewed the Ricoh R2, a 5 megapixel digital camera with a 4.8x optical zoom and 2.5 inch LCD screen. The Ricoh Caplio R2 is less than 26mm thick and has a battery life of around 500 shots. “Concluding I can say that the Ricoh Caplio R…
DigiCamReview.co.uk have published their review of the 4 megapixel Canon PowerShot A520 digital camera.
“Image quality is very good, the images have very good colour, saturation, contrast and good detail with farly low purple fringing - however there is high noise at ISO200 and ISO400, and images are a bit soft. The camera did a good job focusing. There is a good range of image sizes and a very good choice of compression options. The macro mode is good. Auto white balance and metering seemed to be good. Red-eye was controlled well. The movie mode is good but oudated due to the limited length videos and low frame rate.”
Website: DigiCamReview.co.uk - Canon PowerShot A520 Review
DigiCamReview.co.uk have published their review of the 4 megapixel Canon PowerShot A520 digital camera. “Image quality is very good, the images have very good colour, saturation, contrast and good detail with farly low purple fringing - however there is high noise at ISO200 and ISO400, and images are a bit…
DIWA member and Turkish website Diginorm have posted their review of the 5 megapixel, 10x optical zoom Kodak EASYSHARE DX7590 digital camera.
Website: Diginorm - Kodak EasyShare DX7590 Review
DIWA member and Turkish website Diginorm have posted their review of the 5 megapixel, 10x optical zoom Kodak EASYSHARE DX7590 digital camera. Website: Diginorm - Kodak EasyShare DX7590 Review Check the Latest Prices for the Kodak EasyShare DX7590 Write a Review of the Kodak EasyShare DX7590