Category: Digital Compact Cameras
Concord Camera Corp. Press Release
CONCORD CAMERA ANNOUNCES BLISTER PACK & HOLIDAY BLOW-OUT PRICES FOR 3-6 MEGAPIXEL DIGITAL CAMERAS
Packaging Increases Impulse Buying at Retail Stores
Concord First to Market with 6 Megapixel for $229
Las Vegas, NV, January 4, 2005 - Concord Camera Corp. (“Concord”) (Nasdaq:LENSE), a leader in award-winning, high-quality, easy-to-use, popularly priced digital cameras, announced today at CES new easy-to-reach consumer-friendly clamshell blister pack packaging and lower post holiday blow-out pricing for their award-winning lineup of 3, 4, 5, and 6 Megapixel digital cameras. The convenient newly designed Concord clamshell-shaped packaging now makes it easier for consumers to purchase higher end cameras at more affordable prices—without waiting for sales staff. In addition, retailers can increase sales and impulse buying by stocking cameras up front where consumers can easily buy, instead of hiding the cameras behind hard-to-reach display cases.
Concord also announced today new blowout pricing for their most popular 3, 4, 5, and 6 Megapixels digital cameras—with prices as low as $99 for the 3346z 3 Megapixel digital camera to $229 for the 6340z 6 megapixel digital camera.
Concord Camera Corp. Press Release CONCORD CAMERA ANNOUNCES BLISTER PACK & HOLIDAY BLOW-OUT PRICES FOR 3-6 MEGAPIXEL DIGITAL CAMERAS Packaging Increases Impulse Buying at Retail Stores Concord First to Market with 6 Megapixel for $229 Las Vegas, NV, January 4, 2005 - Concord Camera Corp. (“Concord”) (Nasdaq:LENSE), a leader in…
DPReview have published their review of the 8 megapixel Nikon Coolpix 8400.
“The Coolpix 8400’s unique lens makes it an interesting beast, it offers a slightly wider field of view (about 10° more; 72° horizontally at 24 mm equiv.) than other prosumer eight megapixel digital cameras which start at 28 mm equiv. That extra 10° can be especially useful if you shoot a lot of architecture, landscapes, real estate etc. At the other end of zoom however it has the least telephoto of any current eight megapixel, its nearest competitor, the Olympus C-8080 WZ offers 28 - 140 mm equiv. (compared to the 8400’s 24 - 85 mm equiv.)”
Website: DPReview - Nikon Coolpix 8400 Review
DPReview have published their review of the 8 megapixel Nikon Coolpix 8400. “The Coolpix 8400’s unique lens makes it an interesting beast, it offers a slightly wider field of view (about 10° more; 72° horizontally at 24 mm equiv.) than other prosumer eight megapixel digital cameras which start at 2…
DPReview have just posted their full review of the new 8 megapixel Nikon Coolpix 8800.
“The Coolpix 8800 is out to prove that it’s a credible alternative to the new cheaper digital SLR’s and a set of lenses. From a practicality stand point it certainly delivers, in a package not much bigger than the smallest D-SLR you get eight megapixels and a 35 - 350 mm equiv. lens with Vibration Reduction. Next you consider the price, which may seem high but when you take into account how much a D-SLR and matching set of lenses would cost it does start to make sense. Where the 8800 can’t compete however is noise at higher sensitivities and the ‘SLR shooting experience’ (camera feel, manual zoom, AF speed, shutter lag and processing / write speed).”
Website: DPReview - Nikon Coolpix 8800 Review
DPReview have just posted their full review of the new 8 megapixel Nikon Coolpix 8800. “The Coolpix 8800 is out to prove that it’s a credible alternative to the new cheaper digital SLR’s and a set of lenses. From a practicality stand point it certainly delivers, in a package not…
The Slovenian website Slo-Foto.net have published their review of the 8 megapixel Nikon Coolpix 8400.
The Slovenian website Slo-Foto.net have published their review of the 8 megapixel Nikon Coolpix 8400. Website: Slo-Foto.net - Nikon Coolpix 8400 Review Check the Latest Prices for the Nikon Coolpix 8400
The Danish website Akamera.dk have published their review of the 5 megapixel Panasonic DMC-FX7.
The Danish website Akamera.dk have published their review of the 5 megapixel Panasonic DMC-FX7. Website: Akamera.dk - Panasonic DMC-FX7 Review Check the Latest Prices for the Panasonic DMC-FX7
Ricoh Japan have already announced this new model - now it’s the turn of Ricoh UK to introduce the Caplio R1V, which will be available in retail from February. Price to be confirmed.
Ricoh UK Press Release
Successor to the popular Caplio R1, the 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
Northampton 2004. Ricoh is extremely proud to announce the launch of the Caplio R1V 5.0 megapixel digital camera, the successor to the award winning Caplio R1. The Caplio R1V features an innovative lens retracting system that enables 4.8x optical zoom lens with 28mm wide-angle shooting capacity to be housed in a 25mm ultra slim, aluminium body. The lens generates the finest quality images capable of being offered by this class of compact digital cameras. Moreover, with the world’s fastest shutter response* and Ricoh’s exceptional 1cm wide macro technology, the Caplio R1V incorporates all the latest high-end features to satisfy even the most discerning professional. At the same time, it offers user-friendly functionality that everyone who enjoys taking pictures will love. Even more impressive, is that the Caplio R1V’s powerful features are encased in a sleek body as thin as 25mm and weighing just 150 grams.
*As of
, 2004 for all auto focus digital cameras.
Ricoh Japan have already announced this new model - now it’s the turn of Ricoh UK to introduce the Caplio R1V, which will be available in retail from February. Price to be confirmed. Ricoh UK Press Release Successor to the popular Caplio R1, the Caplio R1V is a powerful 5.…
Sanyo Press Release
SANYO VPC-C4 DIGITAL MEDIA CAMERA FEATURES DIGITAL IMAGE STABILIZER AND 8.0-MEGAPIXEL STILL IMAGE RECORDING WITH REAL-TIME INTERPOLATION
Next-Generation Digital Camera/Camcorder is a CES Innovations Award Honoree
LAS VEGAS, JANUARY 4, 2005, CES, Booth #9834 – It’s easy to be spontaneous when shooting photos and video with the new Sanyo VPC-C4 Digital Media Camera.
A pocket-sized, high-resolution 4.0 megapixel digital camera and full-motion MPEG-4 camcorder, the Sanyo VPC-C4 offers built-in digital image stabilization for accurate, steady shooting. Users can choose real-time interpolation to convert the CCD’s 4.0 effective megapixels to a recorded equivalent of 8.0 megapixels, ideal for clear printouts of large and detailed images. A trans-reflective 1.8-inch TFT LCD color monitor allows for easy shot framing and playback.
Sanyo Press Release SANYO VPC-C4 DIGITAL MEDIA CAMERA FEATURES DIGITAL IMAGE STABILIZER AND 8.0-MEGAPIXEL STILL IMAGE RECORDING WITH REAL-TIME INTERPOLATION Next-Generation Digital Camera/Camcorder is a CES Innovations Award Honoree LAS VEGAS, JANUARY 4, 2005, CES, Booth #9834 – It’s easy to be spontaneous when shooting photos and video with the…
The Spanish website Quesabesde have published their review of the 5 megapixel Pentax Optio S50 compact digital camera.
Website: Quesabesde - Pentax Optio S50 Review
The Spanish website Quesabesde have published their review of the 5 megapixel Pentax Optio S50 compact digital camera. Website: Quesabesde - Pentax Optio S50 Review Check the Latest Prices for the Pentax Optio S50
DigitalCameraInfo have just posted their review of the diminutive and stylish 4 megapixel Olympus Mju Mini digicam (called the Stylus Verve in the USA).
“The Olympus Stylus Verve contains an aspherical glass 35-70mm (equivalent) variable focal length lens with 2x optical and 4x digital zoom capabilities. The focal length is easily altered using the small zoom toggle controls on the back of the camera. While these control buttons are a bit cumbersome to access with their meager dimensions, application is simple and strait-forward and adjustments are registered almost instantly. For a pocket-sized point-and-shoot camera, the zoom range will offer the user some flexibility in the type of shot available; however, the fully extended telephoto view of the Verve does not quite parallel its competitors, many of which extend up to 114mm and beyond.”
DigitalCameraInfo have just posted their review of the diminutive and stylish 4 megapixel Olympus Mju Mini digicam (called the Stylus Verve in the USA). “The Olympus Stylus Verve contains an aspherical glass 35-70mm (equivalent) variable focal length lens with 2x optical and 4x digital zoom capabilities. The focal length is…
DigiCamReview have posted their review of the 4 megapixel HP Photosmart R507 digital camera.
“The camera has an okay flash, and copes fairly well with group photos - HP’s Adaptive Lighting is recommended here, as this brightens up the darker areas of the image. Red eye was noticable on some photos of people - this can be removed in camera using HP’s red-eye reduction. Some of the images looked a bit soft, especially to the left of the image, and had fairly low contrast. The camera did okay focusing in low light - but did fail on some occasions. Skin colour was quite good.”
DigiCamReview have posted their review of the 4 megapixel HP Photosmart R507 digital camera. “The camera has an okay flash, and copes fairly well with group photos - HP’s Adaptive Lighting is recommended here, as this brightens up the darker areas of the image. Red eye was noticable on some…
DCResource have published their review of the 4 megapixel Sony Cyber-shot DSC-L1.
“Overall I’d rank the L1’s image quality as just okay. While my real world photos were well-exposed with accurate colors, details in the pictures seemed soft and fuzzy. Even the sky seemed unusually blotchy. In addition, there was vignetting to be found in many of my photos. I’ve seen this before on other ultra-compact cameras (the Minolta DiMAGE X-series comes to mind), and I think it’s just one of the tradeoffs that comes with a tiny camera like this. Still, you’ll be able to get nice small prints or web-sized photos from the L1. Those with larger print needs or higher expectations should look elsewhere.”
DCResource have published their review of the 4 megapixel Sony Cyber-shot DSC-L1. “Overall I’d rank the L1’s image quality as just okay. While my real world photos were well-exposed with accurate colors, details in the pictures seemed soft and fuzzy. Even the sky seemed unusually blotchy. In addition, there was…
Concord Camera Corp. Press Release
CONCORD CAMERA CORP. WINS AMERICAN PHOTO MAGAZINE’S EDITOR’S CHOICE AWARD
5 Megapixel Digital Camera Wins for the Most Pixels for the Price
Hollywood, FL, December 29, 2004 - Concord Camera Corp. (“Concord”) (Nasdaq:LENSE), a leader in award-winning, high-quality, affordably-priced cameras, announced today that the Concord Eye-Q 5062 has won the coveted American Photo “Editor’s Choice” Award.
In awarding the Concord Eye-Q 5062 with their prestigious Editor’s Choice, American Photo stated, “In terms of pixels per penny, it’s hard to beat this five-megapixel single-focal-length entry – and you also get 16MB of internal memory to back up your SD card, continuous shooting and macro modes, and 30fps video at QVGA, with sound.”
Concord Camera Corp. Press Release CONCORD CAMERA CORP. WINS AMERICAN PHOTO MAGAZINE’S EDITOR’S CHOICE AWARD 5 Megapixel Digital Camera Wins for the Most Pixels for the Price Hollywood, FL, December 29, 2004 - Concord Camera Corp. (“Concord”) (Nasdaq:LENSE), a leader in award-winning, high-quality, affordably-priced cameras, announced today that the Concord…
Technology website I4U are reporting that Sony are introducing a new version of the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T3 digital camera in Asia. The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T33 is basically the same camera in a slighty re-styled form (curvier corners). Who knows why Sony seem to think that certain Asian countries like their camera corners to be more rounded? I agree with I4U - to me Sony seems to be muddying the global waters by introducing subtly changed variants of the same basic model.
Technology website I4U are reporting that Sony are introducing a new version of the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T3 digital camera in Asia. The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T33 is basically the same camera in a slighty re-styled form (curvier corners). Who knows why Sony seem to think that certain Asian countries like their…
Pocket-Lint have just posted their review of the 4 megapixel, 8.3 optical zoom Nikon Coolpix 4800.
“Benefiting from a year’s worth of development, in the overall Coolpix range, the 4800 includes a lot of the features designed for more professional models. Nikon’s best shot selector (BSS) and auto exposure best shot selector have been included to automate the picture taking process. The BSS causes a number of shots to be taken in rapid succession and the best one selected. With the AE version of BSS, the shots can be graduated on exposure, with highlight, shadow or histogram, and the best is automatically selected.”
Pocket-Lint have just posted their review of the 4 megapixel, 8.3 optical zoom Nikon Coolpix 4800. “Benefiting from a year’s worth of development, in the overall Coolpix range, the 4800 includes a lot of the features designed for more professional models. Nikon’s best shot selector (BSS) and auto exposure best…
The Danish website Akamera.dk have posted their review of the new 8 megapixel Nikon Coolpix 8800.
The Danish website Akamera.dk have posted their review of the new 8 megapixel Nikon Coolpix 8800. Website: Akamera.dk - Nikon Coolpix 8800 Review Check the Latest Prices for the Nikon Coolpix 8800
Possibly the last new camera of 2004, Ricoh have today announced a successor to the Capio R1 digital camera (read my review). The R1V has the same 28mm lens and compact body as the R1 - the main upgrade is the new 5 megapixel sensor (the R1 had 4 megapixels). I will be receiving an R1V soon for review, so stay tuned…
Ricoh Press Release
Successor to the popular Caplio R1, the 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
Tokyo, December 28th, 2004. Ricoh is extremely proud to announce the launch of the Caplio R1V 5.0 megapixel digital camera, the successor to the award winning Caplio R1. The Caplio R1V features the innovative lens retracting system that enables an amazing 4.8x optical zoom lens with 28mm wide-angle shooting capacity housed in a 25mm ultra slim, aluminum body. The lens generates the finest quality images capable of being offered by this class of compact digital cameras. Moreover, with extremely fast shutter response and Ricoh’s exceptional 1cm wide macro technology, the Caplio R1V incorporates all the latest high-end features to satisfy even the most discerning professional. At the same time, it offers user-friendly functionality that everyone who enjoys taking pictures will love. All the more incredible is that the Caplio R1V’s powerful features are encased in a sleek body weighing just 150 grams.
Possibly the last new camera of 2004, Ricoh have today announced a successor to the Capio R1 digital camera (read my review). The R1V has the same 28mm lens and compact body as the R1 - the main upgrade is the new 5 megapixel sensor (the R1 had 4 megapixels)…
PCMagazine have posted their review of the 4 megapixel Canon PowerShot A85.
“In Canon’s ever-growing arsenal of consumer-level compact digital cameras, the 4-megapixel Canon PowerShot A85 replaces the popular PowerShot A70. Unfortunately, the A85’s images suffer from a lack of sharpness. If you can find it cheap enough (it usually sells for under $300) it’s still a decent buy, but we recommend the Kodak EasyShare LS743 for its smaller size and sharper images.”
PCMagazine have posted their review of the 4 megapixel Canon PowerShot A85. “In Canon’s ever-growing arsenal of consumer-level compact digital cameras, the 4-megapixel Canon PowerShot A85 replaces the popular PowerShot A70. Unfortunately, the A85’s images suffer from a lack of sharpness. If you can find it cheap enough (it usually…
The Spanish website Quesabesde have just reviewed the new 7 megapixel Sony DSC-P150 digital compact camera.
Website: Quesabesde - Sony DSC-P150 Review
The Spanish website Quesabesde have just reviewed the new 7 megapixel Sony DSC-P150 digital compact camera. Website: Quesabesde - Sony DSC-P150 Review Check the Latest Prices for the Sony DSC-P150
PCMagazine have just reviewed what is sure to be a popular digital camera, the 5 megapixel Canon PowerShot A95.
“The Canon PowerShot A95 is a fun, powerful 5-megapixel camera. Style-conscious point-and-shooters might want to look for something smaller, such as the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T1, but if you go that route, be prepared to pay more for less. In addition to a host of features and manual controls, the A95 offers excellent image quality, making it a very good buy ($325 street).”
PCMagazine have just reviewed what is sure to be a popular digital camera, the 5 megapixel Canon PowerShot A95. “The Canon PowerShot A95 is a fun, powerful 5-megapixel camera. Style-conscious point-and-shooters might want to look for something smaller, such as the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T1, but if you go that route…
The German website PhotoWorld have just posted their review of the new 8 megapixel Nikon Coolpix 8800.
The German website PhotoWorld have just posted their review of the new 8 megapixel Nikon Coolpix 8800. Website: PhotoWorld - Nikon Coolpix 8800 Review Check the Latest Prices for the Nikon Coolpix 8800