Category: Digital Compact Cameras
Nikon UK Press Release 09/11/04
Consumer Coolpix price reduction and Cash Back promotion announced in the run up to Christmas
Nikon are pleased to announce a price reduction on the Coolpix 4200 and 5200 (pictured) effective 9th November 2004.
The recommended retail price for the Coolpix 4200 will now be £229.99 (previous price £249.99).
The recommended retail price for the Coolpix 5200 will be £249.99 (previous price £279.99).
In addition, Nikon are pleased to inform you of a Cash Back promotion available on the Coolpix 4200 and Coolpix 5200. Nikon are offering customers the opportunity to claim £50 back on the price they paid in-store on either of these products.
The promotion will run for the weekend of the 13th and 14th November only.
This will be the first of 4 such weekend promotions Nikon are running between now and Christmas.
Nikon UK Press Release 09/11/04 Consumer Coolpix price reduction and Cash Back promotion announced in the run up to Christmas Nikon are pleased to announce a price reduction on the Coolpix 4200 and 5200 (pictured) effective 9th November 2004. The recommended retail price for the Coolpix 4200 will now be…
CNET have just reviewed what is sure to be a popular digital camera, the 5 megapixel Canon PowerShot A95.
“Canon’s 5-megapixel PowerShot A95 steps up as the capable successor to the highly popular A80. As the A series’ momentary flagship model, the A95 offers simplicity for entry-level photographers, a versatile feature set for more-experienced shooters, and excellent image quality for both.”
Website: CNET - Canon PowerShot A95 Review
CNET have just reviewed what is sure to be a popular digital camera, the 5 megapixel Canon PowerShot A95. “Canon’s 5-megapixel PowerShot A95 steps up as the capable successor to the highly popular A80. As the A series’ momentary flagship model, the A95 offers simplicity for entry-level photographers, a versatile…
The Norwegian website Akamera.no have just reviewed the new 7 megapixel Sony DSC-P150 digital compact camera.
Website: Akamera.no - Sony DSC-P150 Review
The Norwegian website Akamera.no have just reviewed the new 7 megapixel Sony DSC-P150 digital compact camera. Website: Akamera.no - Sony DSC-P150 Review Check the Latest Prices for the Sony DSC-P150
Steves Digicams are reporting that Toshiba have exited the digital camera building. No surprise really as Toshiba isn’t exactly the first digicam brand that springs to mind. What’s more surprising is that apparently they silently left the market back in March 2004, making all their digital camera staff redundant!
Website: Steves Digicams - Toshiba Quietly Exits Digital Camera Business
Steves Digicams are reporting that Toshiba have exited the digital camera building. No surprise really as Toshiba isn’t exactly the first digicam brand that springs to mind. What’s more surprising is that apparently they silently left the market back in March 2004, making all their digital camera staff redundant! Website…
The Hungarian website Index Digicam have reviewed the Fujifilm FinePix A340 Zoom (pictured), a digital camera that offers 4 million effective pixel resolution, and the FinePix A330 Zoom, which has 3 megapixels.
Website: Index Digicam - Fujifilm FinePix A330/A340 Zoom Review
The Hungarian website Index Digicam have reviewed the Fujifilm FinePix A340 Zoom (pictured), a digital camera that offers 4 million effective pixel resolution, and the FinePix A330 Zoom, which has 3 megapixels. Website: Index Digicam - Fujifilm FinePix A330/A340 Zoom Review
The Czrech website Digineff have published their review of the Ricoh Caplio R1 digital camera.
Website: Digineff - Ricoh Caplio R1 Review
The Czrech website Digineff have published their review of the Ricoh Caplio R1 digital camera. Website: Digineff - Ricoh Caplio R1 Review
Samsung Press Release 08/11/04
SAMSUNG BRIDGES GAP BETWEEN QUALITY AND “COOL” WITH LAUNCH OF U-CA 4 THIS HOLIDAY SEASON
Designed for Today’s Young, Tech-Savvy Snap Shooters, the U-CA 4 Has it All
SECAUCUS, N.J., (November 8, 2004) - With the holiday shopping season rapidly approaching, millions of American consumers are turning their attention to the task of getting their hands on the hottest, most cutting-edge gadgets and gizmos for everyone on their gift list this year. Finding the coolest high-tech gifts is difficult enough, but finding high-tech gifts for the kids that combine quality and cool has been nearly impossible—until now. Samsung has bridged the gap between quality and cool with the launch of its new Digimax U-CA 4 digital still camera. With 4 mega pixel resolution, MPEG 4 video compression, a stylish, compact design, the choice of three body colors and a street price of just $299.99, the U-CA 4 is sure to be a hit with parents as well as tech-savvy kids this holiday season.
Samsung Press Release 08/11/04 SAMSUNG BRIDGES GAP BETWEEN QUALITY AND “COOL” WITH LAUNCH OF U-CA 4 THIS HOLIDAY SEASON Designed for Today’s Young, Tech-Savvy Snap Shooters, the U-CA 4 Has it All SECAUCUS, N.J., (November 8, 2004) - With the holiday shopping season rapidly approaching, millions of American consumers are…
The Spanish website quesabesde.com have published their review of the Olympus C-765 Ultra Zoom digital camera.
The Spanish website quesabesde.com have published their review of the Olympus C-765 Ultra Zoom digital camera. Website: quesabesde.com - Olympus C-765 Ultra Zoom Review Check the Latest Prices for the Olympus C-765 Ultra Zoom
Steves Digicams have reviewed the 5 megapixel Pentax Optio S50 compact digital camera.
“The ergonomics of the S50 are surprisingly good considering its diminutive size; the buttons are well placed and functional, and menu screens are legible and logically organized. The menu system has a nice feature for those who have difficulty reading its small font size, the ability to enlarge the font by touching the telephoto zoom control. The only issue I had with the camera’s controls was a very sensitive shutter button. When shooting outdoors the LCD, with its brightness adjustment, is quite usable even in bright sunlight. Whether you’re shooting in low-ambient light or capturing night scenes, the LCD “gains up” or amplifies the live image, helping you compose the shot.”
Steves Digicams have reviewed the 5 megapixel Pentax Optio S50 compact digital camera. “The ergonomics of the S50 are surprisingly good considering its diminutive size; the buttons are well placed and functional, and menu screens are legible and logically organized. The menu system has a nice feature for those who…
Photoxels have today reviewed the new 7 megapixel Sony DSC-P150 digital compact camera.
“The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P150 is very easy to use, compact enough to carry with you anywhere at all times, and gives excellent pictures with point-and-shoot simplicity. With its incredibly fast startup time, fast shutter response, long battery life, and AF-assist illuminator, the P150 is always ready to capture those special moments. It is currently perhaps the best P&S around.”
Website: Photoxels - Sony DSC-P150 Review
Photoxels have today reviewed the new 7 megapixel Sony DSC-P150 digital compact camera. “The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P150 is very easy to use, compact enough to carry with you anywhere at all times, and gives excellent pictures with point-and-shoot simplicity. With its incredibly fast startup time, fast shutter response, long battery…
The Slovenian website eFotoGrafija have killed three birds with one stone by reviewing Canon PowerShot A75, A85 and A95 all at the same time.
Website: eFotoGrafija - Canon PowerShot A75/A85/A95 Review
Check the Latest Prices for the Canon PowerShot A95
The Slovenian website eFotoGrafija have killed three birds with one stone by reviewing Canon PowerShot A75, A85 and A95 all at the same time. Website: eFotoGrafija - Canon PowerShot A75/A85/A95 Review Check the Latest Prices for the Canon PowerShot A95 Check the Latest Prices for the Canon PowerShot A85 Check…
Minox Press Release
A real gem from the house of MINOX: The golden DC 4211 digital camera - crowned with sparkling diamonds
With this new digital camera the optical specialists from Wetzlar once again stand out from the rest, demonstrating a feeling for aesthetic detail, competence in design and diligence in their choice of the most noble materials - and without neglecting function and technical innovation. The golden DC 4211 is a treasure to put in your handbag or jacket pocket, a distinguished accessory and a highlight - in every sense of the word - in the history of MINOX GmbH.
The body of this wee camera in the latest slim-line look is coated in 24-carat gold; three real 0.2 carat diamonds adorn the front of the body to create the sparkling highlight.
Minox Press Release A real gem from the house of MINOX: The golden DC 4211 digital camera - crowned with sparkling diamonds With this new digital camera the optical specialists from Wetzlar once again stand out from the rest, demonstrating a feeling for aesthetic detail, competence in design and diligence…
DCResource have published their review of the new 7 megapixel Sony Cybershot DSC-V3.
“When used at the right settings, the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-V3 takes very good photos that compare nicely to my 7 Megapixel camera of choice, the Canon PowerShot G6. A few days, I wouldn’t have been able to say that, but after someone very knowledgeable pointed out the aperture issue I discussed above, my opinion changed. For whatever reason, the V3 likes to use small apertures (high F-numbers) outdoors, which dramatically reduces image quality. By forcing the camera to use a larger aperture (F4 worked great for me), I got much sharper photos. Colors were saturated, noise levels were comparable to other 7MP cameras, and purple fringing levels were low. I did, however, notice some vignetting in several of my photos.”
DCResource have published their review of the new 7 megapixel Sony Cybershot DSC-V3. “When used at the right settings, the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-V3 takes very good photos that compare nicely to my 7 Megapixel camera of choice, the Canon PowerShot G6. A few days, I wouldn’t have been able to…
CNET have just posted their review of the diminutive and stylish 4 megapixel Olympus Mju Mini digicam (called the Stylus Verve in the USA).
“Image quality was acceptable, with detail a bit softer than you’d expect from a 4-megapixel camera and colors that tended to be muted. Flesh tones tended to be a little yellow, and blown-out highlights and moderate purple fringing plagued many images. The red-eye-reduction feature didn’t work particularly well, and flash pictures beyond the rated 9 feet were usually badly underexposed. In these situations, the Verve automatically boosted ISO to compensate, but this produced underexposed, noisy photos.”
Website: CNET - Olympus Mju Mini Review
CNET have just posted their review of the diminutive and stylish 4 megapixel Olympus Mju Mini digicam (called the Stylus Verve in the USA). “Image quality was acceptable, with detail a bit softer than you’d expect from a 4-megapixel camera and colors that tended to be muted. Flesh tones tended…
CNET have published a comprehensive review of the 4 megapixel Casio Exilim EX-Z40, which was first announced at the end of February.
“If you’re on the go and want a fully automated, easy-to-use ultracompact camera with extraordinary battery life, a large LCD screen for reviewing shots, and an automated scene mode for just about every imaginable shooting situation, the Casio Exilim EX-Z40 packs a lot of capability into a small package. Its macro capabilities are outstanding and include manual focus applied to a zoomed-in central area.”
Website: CNET - Casio Exilim EX-Z40 Review
CNET have published a comprehensive review of the 4 megapixel Casio Exilim EX-Z40, which was first announced at the end of February. “If you’re on the go and want a fully automated, easy-to-use ultracompact camera with extraordinary battery life, a large LCD screen for reviewing shots, and an automated scene…
DCViews have just reviewed the new 7 megapixel Sony DSC-P150 digital compact camera.
”“Is there a marked difference in image quality then?” I hear you ask. Well to be honest, yes and no. If you regularly make big enlargements you will certainly notice an improvement in quality and obviously more pixels mean larger images. However if all you do is make 4” x 6” printouts of your beach holiday in Littlestone-On Sea you do not really need the 7 megapixels at all as you won’t see the difference anyway. Compare this to conventional 35mm film. Why do some people buy professional film and why are some consumers satisfied with cheaper brand alternatives? Personal preferences certainly play a part here as well as the aim the images are used for. What remains is that the new Sony CCD certainly sets a standard for things to come and will undoubtedly help to further improve picture quality of present and future digital cameras.”
Website: DCViews - Sony DSC-P150 Review
DCViews have just reviewed the new 7 megapixel Sony DSC-P150 digital compact camera. ”“Is there a marked difference in image quality then?” I hear you ask. Well to be honest, yes and no. If you regularly make big enlargements you will certainly notice an improvement in quality and obviously more…
DigicamReview.co.uk have just published their review of the entry-level Nikon Coolpix 2200 digital camera.
“The camera is compact, and stylish. The screen updates smoothly and is clear. The camera is easy to use, the menu systems being easy to use. The 3x optical zoom is good. Camera handling, button layout and design are good. The camera speed is good in use and has a quick zoom, shot to shot time is also quick. The built-in scene modes, best shot selector, and panorama mode help make this camera easier to use as well. I really like the Best Shot Selector on this camera, as it makes sure you get the sharpest pictures. Custom white balance is also a useful feature to have.”
DigicamReview.co.uk have just published their review of the entry-level Nikon Coolpix 2200 digital camera. “The camera is compact, and stylish. The screen updates smoothly and is clear. The camera is easy to use, the menu systems being easy to use. The 3x optical zoom is good. Camera handling, button layout…
The German website PhotoWorld.de have also posted their review of the new Panasonic DMC-FZ20 digital camera, which has a 12x optical zoom lens from Leica.
The German website PhotoWorld.de have also posted their review of the new Panasonic DMC-FZ20 digital camera, which has a 12x optical zoom lens from Leica. Website: PhotoWorld.de - Panasonic DMC-FZ20 Review Check the Latest Prices for the Panasonic DMC-FZ20
DPReview have published a review of the new Panasonic DMC-FZ20 digital camera, which has a 12x optical zoom lens from Leica.
“Sitting at the top of Panasonic’s deservedly popular super zoom range, the FZ20 gets as close to the handling, versatility and quality of a digital SLR as any compact yet; offering superb, responsive handling, masses of control, a stunning 12x F2.8 lens and very high resolution results that produce beautiful prints.”
Website: DPReview - Panasonic DMC-FZ20 Review
DPReview have published a review of the new Panasonic DMC-FZ20 digital camera, which has a 12x optical zoom lens from Leica. “Sitting at the top of Panasonic’s deservedly popular super zoom range, the FZ20 gets as close to the handling, versatility and quality of a digital SLR as any compact…
Sony have just released a new version of firmware for their 8 megapixel Sony Cybershot DSC-F828 digital camera.
This utility will update the firmware of your DSC-F828 Cyber-shot camera and resolve the following issues:
- If the memory stick media contains two or more folders, and you try to delete a picture during quick review, it may delete a different picture unintentionally or you are unable to delete the intended picture.
- When a picture is copied from the computer to the camera via USB2.0 Hi-Speed mode, the file may become corrupt.
- When a picture is copied from the computer to the camera via USB connection repeatedly, the file may become corrupt
Sony have just released a new version of firmware for their 8 megapixel Sony Cybershot DSC-F828 digital camera. This utility will update the firmware of your DSC-F828 Cyber-shot camera and resolve the following issues: - If the memory stick media contains two or more folders, and you try to delete…