Category: Digital Compact Cameras
The Spanish website Quesabesde have reviewed the 4 megapixel Canon PowerShot A520 digital camera.
Website: Quesabesde - Canon PowerShot A520 Review
The Spanish website Quesabesde have reviewed the 4 megapixel Canon PowerShot A520 digital camera. Website: Quesabesde - Canon PowerShot A520 Review Check the Latest Prices for the Canon PowerShot A520 Write a Review of the Canon PowerShot A520
DIWA member and Turkish website Diginorm have published their review of the new 7 megapixel Samsung Digimax V700.
Website: Diginorm - Samsung Digimax V700 Review
DIWA member and Turkish website Diginorm have published their review of the new 7 megapixel Samsung Digimax V700. Website: Diginorm - Samsung Digimax V700 Review Check the Latest Prices for the Samsung Digimax V700 Write a Review of the Samsung Digimax V700 Zoom
DIWA member Steves Digicams 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.
“I was pleased with the overall image quality when using 7-megapixel Fine mode. Note however that the average file size for those images is about four and a half Megabytes, so buying a larger SD card is a necessity. Just like the other cameras we’ve used that employ Sony’s 7-megapixel imager, the EX-Z750 captures sharp images with excellent color balance. Our sample images were well exposed with beautiful sky and cloud detail. I noticed very little noise in the high/low (bright/shadow) contrast areas, and there were very few instances of Chromatic Aberration (purple fringing around extreme highlights.)”
Website: Steves Digicams - Casio EX-Z750 Exilim Zoom Review
DIWA member Steves Digicams 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. “I was pleased with the overall image quality when using 7-megapixel Fine mode. Note however that the average…
DIWA member Steves Digicams have reviewed the 5 megapixel Nikon Coolpix 5600 that was announced at PMA in February.
“I was happy with the image quality in 5-Megapixel Fine mode. When using the camera outdoors, most of our samples were sharp and colors were nicely saturated. We noticed average amounts of noise in high/low contrast areas, with slight traces of Chromatic Aberration (purple fringing around highlights.) The “Auto” white balance setting worked well in most shooting conditions, however it did struggle under some very mixed lighting, causing images to be a bit too warm.”
Website: Steves Digicams - Nikon Coolpix 5600 Review
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DIWA member Steves Digicams have reviewed the 5 megapixel Nikon Coolpix 5600 that was announced at PMA in February. “I was happy with the image quality in 5-Megapixel Fine mode. When using the camera outdoors, most of our samples were sharp and colors were nicely saturated. We noticed average amounts…
DIWA member Steves Digicams have published their review of the 4 megapixel Nikon Coolpix 4600.
“Despite its small size, the ergonomics are very good. The well-shaped handgrip allows for a comfortable feel in you hands, and the controls are well organized. Its 1.8-inch color LCD is used for image review, preview, access the menus and serves as the camera’s data display. We found it was easy to use in both bright and dim lighting, being bright enough to use as a viewfinder on the sunniest of days, and intensifying the live image in low-ambient lighting for indoor shot composition.”
Website: Steves Digicams - Nikon Coolpix 4600 Review
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DIWA member Steves Digicams have published their review of the 4 megapixel Nikon Coolpix 4600. “Despite its small size, the ergonomics are very good. The well-shaped handgrip allows for a comfortable feel in you hands, and the controls are well organized. Its 1.8-inch color LCD is used for image review…
DIWA member LetsGoDigital have just posted their review of the new 5 megapixel Konica Minolta Z5 digital camera.
“Konica Minolta could also pay some attention to the image quality. Especially regarding the signal/noise ratio. I’d expect cleaner images at ISO 100 by now. To use ISO 320 sensitivity only in an emergency; I can live with that. I admit there are many pixels on a small surface. The overall image quality is fine, no comments about it. They are fine and useful images. Nothing more, nothing less. But this also goes for many cameras in this class.”
Website: LetsGoDigital - Konica Minolta DiMAGE Z5 Review
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DIWA member LetsGoDigital have just posted their review of the new 5 megapixel Konica Minolta Z5 digital camera. “Konica Minolta could also pay some attention to the image quality. Especially regarding the signal/noise ratio. I’d expect cleaner images at ISO 100 by now. To use ISO 320 sensitivity only in…
CNET 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.
“Usable high-ISO sensitivities, good photo quality, and a brawny battery highlight the appeal of the 6-megapixel Fujifilm FinePix F10. It’s a compact point-and-shoot package that includes a 3X optical zoom and a 2.5-inch LCD that’s usable under a variety of difficult lighting conditions. Photo enthusiasts might be disappointed by the lack of manual controls for exposure and focus and by the image quality, which is long on latitude but suffers from fringing that pulls it up short. Snapshooters who like lots of scene modes will find only five to choose from, but fans of this camera’s special features will find its shortcomings merely minor annoyances.”
Website: CNET - Fujifilm FinePix F10 Zoom Review
CNET 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. “Usable high-ISO sensitivities, good photo quality, and a brawny battery highlight the appeal of the 6-megapixel Fujifilm FinePix F10. It’s…
DigitalCameraReview have published their review of the Kodak EasyShare Z700, a 4 megapixel digital camera with 5x optical zoom lens.
“The Z700’s color is very good, which isn’t surprising since Kodak’s Color Science processor has a reputation for producing accurate color. Here’s what I did find surprising, the Z700 has the most neutral color balance of any P&S digicam I’ve used to date. Reds are a bit warm and blues are a little bright, but neither is garish or over the top. Consumer grade digicams typically punch up red & blue a bit because casual photographers like bright colors, especially red and blue. ISO 80 and ISO 100 images are virtually noise free, but ISO 200 images show some very minor pattern noise. ISO 400 images show above average pattern noise. The Z700 has a slight tendency toward overexposure (outdoors in auto mode) and there is some minor chromatic aberration (in high contrast color transition areas, especially at maximum aperture), but overall the Z700’s image quality is excellent.”
Website: DigitalCameraReview - Kodak EasyShare Z700 Review
DigitalCameraReview have published their review of the Kodak EasyShare Z700, a 4 megapixel digital camera with 5x optical zoom lens. “The Z700’s color is very good, which isn’t surprising since Kodak’s Color Science processor has a reputation for producing accurate color. Here’s what I did find surprising, the Z700 has…
Imaging Resource have reviewed the new Nikon Coolpix 7900, a 7 megapixel digital camera featuring a 2.0-inch LCD screen, new graphical user interface and a 3x Zoom-Nikkor ED lens equivalent to 38-114mm lens in 35mm format.
“Nikon’s Coolpix line of consumer digicams has always been well-received, appreciated for their image quality and ease of use. The Nikon Coolpix 7900 continues that trend, upgrading the design with a 7.1-megapixel CCD and a vibration reduction mode for capturing less-shaky handheld movies. The Coolpix 7900 is a good choice for anyone who wants an easy to use camera that delivers good-looking pictures with pleasing color and plenty of resolution. For those willing to delve just slightly deeper than “just pushing the button,” its extensive scene modes and unique framing-assist options greatly extend the camera’s capabilities, making it easy to bring back good-looking shots of what might otherwise be difficult subjects. All in all, a good choice for the point & shoot user looking for an easy to use, compact digicam with a surprising range of capabilities. Also an appealing option for the more advanced shooter looking for a “pocket” camera.”
Website: Imaging Resource - Nikon Coolpix 7900 Review
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Imaging Resource have reviewed the new Nikon Coolpix 7900, a 7 megapixel digital camera featuring a 2.0-inch LCD screen, new graphical user interface and a 3x Zoom-Nikkor ED lens equivalent to 38-114mm lens in 35mm format. “Nikon’s Coolpix line of consumer digicams has always been well-received, appreciated for their image…
Pentax OptioS5z is introduced today by Pentax UK. The Optio S5z (pictured) has a large 2.5 inch LCD screen, 3x optical zoom lens and a 5 megapixel sensor. The Optio S5z features Pentax’s Sliding Lens system to help make it extremely compact and light. The PENTAX Optio S5z will be available in the UK in July for £249.99.
Pentax UK Press Release
An Evolving Classic – Introducing the Pentax OptioS5z
The latest addition to the award winning OptioS family, the OptioS5z boasts the style and function of its predecessors, but with an enlarged 2.5-inch LCD screen
Pentax is delighted to introduce the new OptioS5z — a stylish, compact and lightweight digital camera combining an easy-to-view 2.5-inch LCD monitor with 3X optical zoom and the power of 5.0 effective megapixels. Developed in line with the qualities benchmarked by its predecessors, the OptioS5z combines style, function and ease of use, all contained within an ultra-compact and portable frame.
Pentax OptioS5z is introduced today by Pentax UK. The Optio S5z (pictured) has a large 2.5 inch LCD screen, 3x optical zoom lens and a 5 megapixel sensor. The Optio S5z features Pentax’s Sliding Lens system to help make it extremely compact and light. The PENTAX Optio S5z will be…
Pentax Optio SVi is announced. The Pentax Optio SVi is identical in terms of features to the Pentax Optio SV. The Pentax SVi has a 5 megapixel sensor, 5x optical zoom lens (36mm - 180mm) and a 1.8 inch LCD screen. A cosmetic change in appearance seems to be the only real improvement to the Optio SVi , plus a reduced price tag when compared to the SV. The Optio SVi will cost £249.99 in the UK and be available in June.
Pentax UK Press Release
The Pentax OptioSVi — a Compact Digital with the Power of 5.0 Effective Megapixels, the Versatility of 5X Optical zoom and an Enhanced New Design
Pentax is pleased to introduce the new OptioSVi — a compact, lightweight digital camera designed specifically for power with portability. With 5X optical zoom capability, it gives users a greater freedom of composition, and the new improved grip ensures comfortable handling that adds to shooting confidence.
Pentax Optio SVi is announced. The Pentax Optio SVi is identical in terms of features to the Pentax Optio SV. The Pentax SVi has a 5 megapixel sensor, 5x optical zoom lens (36mm - 180mm) and a 1.8 inch LCD screen. A cosmetic change in appearance seems to be the…
Pentax OptioS45 and Pentax OptioS55 are introduced today by Pentax UK. The Optio S55 is a 5 megapixel camera with a 2.5 inch LCD screen and 3x optical zoom lens. The Optio S55 features a Help mode that displays function explanations. The Optio S45 has 4 megapixels, a 2.5 inch LCD screen and 3x optical zoom lens. The Optio S55 will cost £229.99 in the UK and be available in June. The Optio S55 will cost £169.99 in the UK and be available in June/July.
Pentax UK Press Release
Digital photography just got even easier
Pentax introduces two entry-level compact digital cameras
Pentax is delighted to announce the launch of two entry-level digital compact cameras, the OptioS45 and the OptioS55. Both feature a large, easy-to-view LCD monitor, making composition simple. Each offers all-round functionality that will appeal to any user, regardless of their experience or budget. The cameras also feature 3x optical zoom and 12 picture modes to ensure all picture environments can be supported.
Pentax OptioS45 and Pentax OptioS55 are introduced today by Pentax UK. The Optio S55 is a 5 megapixel camera with a 2.5 inch LCD screen and 3x optical zoom lens. The Optio S55 features a Help mode that displays function explanations. The Optio S45 has 4 megapixels, a 2.5 inch…
DigitalCameraInfo have published their review of the waterproof Pentax OptioWP digital camera.
“While not intended for the fully manual control market, this sleek and small camera fits perfectly into the pocket of any traveling consumer wherever they go, regardless of rain or snow. This camera can operate free of the bulky and cumbersome add-on protective cases that other manufacturers sell in an attempt to waterproof their cameras. This camera comes with a moderate 1/2.5 inch 5 MP CCD and a 3x optical, 4x digital zoom lens. Its 2.0-inch LCD is large considering the petite and slender overall form of the camera, but the low pixel count of the screen displayed a poor overall image that is difficult to see in daylight, let alone underwater. The OptioWP can record in six still image settings and two movie settings, which offers some shooting versatility to the traveling vacationer. But if having a waterproof camera isn’t essential, then this camera doesn’t really seem like a sensible option.”
Website: DigitalCameraInfo - Pentax OptioWP Review
DigitalCameraInfo have published their review of the waterproof Pentax OptioWP digital camera. “While not intended for the fully manual control market, this sleek and small camera fits perfectly into the pocket of any traveling consumer wherever they go, regardless of rain or snow. This camera can operate free of the…
Successor to the popular Caplio R1, the Ricoh Caplio R1V is a powerful 5.0 megapixel digital camera with a 28mm wide-angle, 4.8x optical zoom in an exceptionally slim 25mm body. TrustedReviews have published their review of the Ricoh Caplio R1V.
“Concerning the all-important photography tests, the R1V performed well. It focused quickly and accurately, coped well in low-light situations and its extra-wide zoom range offers a lot more versatility than most cameras in its class. Colour rendition was generally excellent, although the landscape mode, which biases the camera towards blue and green, tended to produce rather unnatural-looking tones, making trees and grass look like plastic and any human skin tones look like something from a George Romero movie.”
Successor to the popular Caplio R1, the Ricoh Caplio R1V is a powerful 5.0 megapixel digital camera with a 28mm wide-angle, 4.8x optical zoom in an exceptionally slim 25mm body. TrustedReviews have published their review of the Ricoh Caplio R1V. “Concerning the all-important photography tests, the R1V performed well. It…
CNET 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.
“The 7.2-megapixel Z750 is the impressive spiritual successor to the handsome Exilim EX-Z55, a camera with admirable looks but disappointing image quality and a dearth of manual features. It offers the same 2.5-inch screen and trendy sub-inch-thick jeans-pocketable design as its forbearer but brings a host of new features to the table, as well as solid performance and very good image quality. Though it still lacks some of the advanced manual features found in Casio’s larger but similarly priced EX-P700, we’re willing to give it the benefit of the doubt. If you’re a photographer who craves style but also has a creative itch, the EX-Z750 is one of the few cameras we’ve seen that adequately addresses both.”
Website: CNET - Casio EX-Z750 Exilim Zoom Review
CNET 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. “The 7.2-megapixel Z750 is the impressive spiritual successor to the handsome Exilim EX-Z55, a camera with admirable looks but disappointing image…
PHOTOgraphic Magazine have published a review of the 4 megapixel Contax U4R digital camera.
” It should come as no surprise to those familiar with Contax cameras that the U4R features a premium lens—in this case a Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar T* 5.8–17.4mm f/2.8–4.7 zoom that’s equivalent to 38–115mm in the 35mm format. That’s a lot of numbers, but the short translation is with its combination of both aspheric and high-index elements, this lens delivers impressive sharpness, contrast and color rendition throughout its 3x zoom range.”
Website: PHOTOgraphic Magazine - Contax U4R Review
PHOTOgraphic Magazine have published a review of the 4 megapixel Contax U4R digital camera. ” It should come as no surprise to those familiar with Contax cameras that the U4R features a premium lens—in this case a Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar T* 5.8–17.4mm f/2.8–4.7 zoom that’s equivalent to 38–115mm in the…
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Olympus - µ [mju:] DIGITAL 800 is announced today. The Olympus - µ [mju:] DIGITAL 800 is an 8 megapixel compact digital camera that features Olympus’ new Bright Capture technology. Bright Capture improves shooting performance when photographing in minimal light. Other standout features on the mju 800 include a 6.4cm LCD screen with 215,000 pixels, a bright, 3x zoom all-glass lens, 19 scene modes and Aperture and Shutter Priority modes. The Olympus mju 800 uses xD-Picture Cards and has 19Mb of built-in storage. The Olympus - µ [mju:] DIGITAL 800 is available from July 2005 and will have an estimated street price of £350.
Olympus UK Press Release
Highly illuminating - Eight million pixels in a stylish metal body, the new Olympus - µ [mju:] DIGITAL 800 will light up your life
London, 12th May 2005 - Olympus is set to redefine low-light photography with the launch of their latest model, the µ [mju:] DIGITAL 800. Olympus’ new Bright Capture technology will enable photographers to achieve excellent results in dark situations, and provide trouble free night time and indoor photography in conditions that were previously unheard of.
Come rain or shine, night or day, the compact and weatherproof µ [mju:] DIGITAL 800 allows you to keep on shooting. Its eight million pixel resolution coupled with Bright Capture technology and an array of additional image capturing options, means the µ [mju:] DIGITAL 800 is a welcome addition to the growing range of mju cameras. Finished in a dark blue or silver metal body with a 3x optical zoom the camera will be available from July 2005 and will have an estimated street price of £350.
Olympus - µ [mju:] DIGITAL 800 is announced today. The Olympus - µ [mju:] DIGITAL 800 is an 8 megapixel compact digital camera that features Olympus’ new Bright Capture technology. Bright Capture improves shooting performance when photographing in minimal light. Other standout features on the mju 800 include a 6.4cm…
Pentax Optio S5z, Pentax Optio S55 and Pentax Optio S45 are announced today by Pentax USA.
The Optio S5z (pictured) has a 2.5 inch LCD screen, 3x optical zoom lens and a 5 megapixel sensor. The Optio S5z features Pentax’s Sliding Lens system to help make it extremely compact and light. The PENTAX Optio S5z will be available for under $350 US.
The Optio S55 is also a 5 megapixel camera with a 2.5 inch LCD screen and 3x optical zoom lens. The Optio S55 features a Help mode that displays function explanations and will be available for under $300 US.
The Optio S45 has 4 megapixels, a 2.5 inch LCD screen and 3x optical zoom lens. The Optio S45 will be available for under $230 US. PhotoShow Express software ships with all 3 models.
Pentax USA Press Release
Golden, Colorado (May 10, 2005)…PENTAX Imaging Company has announced three new digital camera additions to its popular Optio digital camera lines. The PENTAX Optio S5z, the Optio S55 and the Optio S45 as well as the manufacturer’s sixth DA lens will ship to dealers in June 2005.
Pentax Optio S5z, Pentax Optio S55 and Pentax Optio S45 are announced today by Pentax USA. The Optio S5z (pictured) has a 2.5 inch LCD screen, 3x optical zoom lens and a 5 megapixel sensor. The Optio S5z features Pentax’s Sliding Lens system to help make it extremely compact and…
DIWA member and Slovenian website FotoAparat.cz have reviewed the new Casio Exilim Pro EX-P505, which features a 5X optical zoom, an imaging CCD with 5.0 megapixels, Casio’s “EXILIM engine”, and a large 2-inch TFT color rotating screen.
Website: e-fotografija - Casio Exilim Pro EX-P505 Review
DIWA member and Slovenian website FotoAparat.cz have reviewed the new Casio Exilim Pro EX-P505, which features a 5X optical zoom, an imaging CCD with 5.0 megapixels, Casio’s “EXILIM engine”, and a large 2-inch TFT color rotating screen. Website: e-fotografija - Casio Exilim Pro EX-P505 Review Check the Latest Prices for…
Imaging Resource 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.
“Beginning through intermediate users will be right at home with the W7, and advanced users will enjoy its excellent portability and new manual exposure control option. Although the W7 is technically a high-end point-and-shoot digital camera, it has a lot of creative options and enough image adjustments to handle a wide variety of shooting situations. So, while it’s designed to relieve you from complicated exposure decisions, advanced amateurs and business users will appreciate it for its quality, portability, and varied shooting options. It appears well-built and its lens mechanism is impressively fast. Accessory lenses make it more versatile for wide or telephoto use. Overall, an excellent “all around” camera, with impressive speed and resolution.”
Website: Imaging Resource - Sony DSC-W7 Review
Imaging Resource 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. “Beginning through intermediate users will be right at home with the W7, and advanced users…