Category: Digital Compact Cameras
Steves Digicams have reviewed the new HP Photosmart R707, a stylish 5 megapixel digital camera.
“Overall the image quality in 5MP *** mode was great for a camera in this class. Outdoors, the camera does very well, and its 3x optical zoom lens produces sharp results through out its range. The majority of our test shots were well exposed, and colors were nicely saturated, although I did notice an average amount of noise in High/Low contrast areas. I found the Adaptive Lighting feature to be useful when shooting either indoors or outdoors, the camera increases the gamma of the image to better enhance the detail of objects in low contrast (shadow) areas, but the image quality does suffer a little, if you’re not going to print anything larger than an 8x10” you should be fine. I was also happy with our indoor samples, images were properly exposed and skin tones appeared very natural.”
Steves Digicams have reviewed the new HP Photosmart R707, a stylish 5 megapixel digital camera. “Overall the image quality in 5MP *** mode was great for a camera in this class. Outdoors, the camera does very well, and its 3x optical zoom lens produces sharp results through out its range…
The Crutchfield Advisor website have just reviewed the Fuji FinePix F700. Fuji claims the the F700 sensor improves image quality by widening the dynamic range, rather than just increasing the number of pixels. This should mean more detail in the shadow and highlight areas of an image than Fuji cameras have previously captured.
“At first glance, the FinePix F700 looks like a sleek and slender, very solidly built point-and-shoot camera. Even if you?ve just fallen off the digital camera turnip truck, you can figure out how to operate the basics of the F700 in a matter of seconds. Just turn it on and make sure the dial is set to “auto” - you can use the F700 as a true point-and-shoot camera. And getting your images from the camera to your computer is as simple as connecting the two via the included USB cable and clicking a button.”
The Crutchfield Advisor website have just reviewed the Fuji FinePix F700. Fuji claims the the F700 sensor improves image quality by widening the dynamic range, rather than just increasing the number of pixels. This should mean more detail in the shadow and highlight areas of an image than Fuji cameras…
The Czech website Digineff have just posted a short review of the Sanyo Xacti VPC-C1, a new hybrid digital still/video camera that certainly looks very stylish.
Website: Digineff - Sanyo Xacti VPC-C1 Review
The Czech website Digineff have just posted a short review of the Sanyo Xacti VPC-C1, a new hybrid digital still/video camera that certainly looks very stylish. Website: Digineff - Sanyo Xacti VPC-C1 Review
The Spanish website quesabesde.com have posted their review of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC1, a rangefinder-like digital camera which is exactly the same as the more expensive Leica Digilux 2 in terms of camera design.
The Spanish website quesabesde.com have posted their review of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC1, a rangefinder-like digital camera which is exactly the same as the more expensive Leica Digilux 2 in terms of camera design. Website: quesabesde.com - Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC1 Review
ByteSector have just reviewed the 8-megapixel Olympus C-8080 Wide Zoom digital camera.
“The image quality is just excellent; the C-8080 is not as good as the PowerShot Pro1 in quality but it is better then the DiMage A2. The colour results are very natural and there are no distortions or odd hues. There is very little noise found and a noise reduction option is also available in the menu. For me this camera produces an overall balanced image; everything is just perfect, not overdone or underdone but natural. “
ByteSector have just reviewed the 8-megapixel Olympus C-8080 Wide Zoom digital camera. “The image quality is just excellent; the C-8080 is not as good as the PowerShot Pro1 in quality but it is better then the DiMage A2. The colour results are very natural and there are no distortions or…
With Father’s Day just around the corner, About.com have published a brief guide to the Top 5 Digital Cameras for Dads, including the budget Kodak EasyShare CX6200 (pictured). OK, so it’s a pretty spurious link, but it will only take a couple of minutes to read. Honest. And your Dad will love you forever if you buy him the most expensive recommended camera - the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-F828 at only $999…
With Father’s Day just around the corner, About.com have published a brief guide to the Top 5 Digital Cameras for Dads, including the budget Kodak EasyShare CX6200 (pictured). OK, so it’s a pretty spurious link, but it will only take a couple of minutes to read. Honest. And your Dad…
Fuji are currently running a Flash-based teaser on their Finepix.com website for a new camera called the Fuji FinePix Square Mini. Billed as the successor to the Finepix 401, 410 and 420 digicams, more details are due in 2 days time on the 17th June, so stay tuned…
Website: Finepix.com
Fuji are currently running a Flash-based teaser on their Finepix.com website for a new camera called the Fuji FinePix Square Mini. Billed as the successor to the Finepix 401, 410 and 420 digicams, more details are due in 2 days time on the 17th June, so stay tuned… Website: Finepix.com
Nikon USA have released a new firmware version for the Coolpix 5400 digital camera. Version 1.4 adds the following features/changes:
- A RAW option has been added to the Image Quality menu. With this option selected RAW data from the CCD is saved in Nikon Electronic Image Format (NEF file) without processing or compression preserving the highest level of detail.
- Corrections have been made to some English and French menu text
Nikon USA have released a new firmware version for the Coolpix 5400 digital camera. Version 1.4 adds the following features/changes: - A RAW option has been added to the Image Quality menu. With this option selected RAW data from the CCD is saved in Nikon Electronic Image Format (NEF file)…
CNET have posted their review of the Pentax Optio 33WR, a compact 3-megapixel camera with a 2.8x optical zoom and a weather resistant case.
“The water-resistant, 3.2-megapixel Optio 33WR is better equipped than most of us to handle inclement weather. Outfitted with Pentax extras, this compact camera offers a broad array of features that stretch the bounds of snapshot photography. Its 2.8X zoom lens provides enough flexibility for taking typical point-and-shoot pictures, and its photo quality is decent, although not above average for its class.”
Website: CNET - Pentax Optio 33WR Review
CNET have posted their review of the Pentax Optio 33WR, a compact 3-megapixel camera with a 2.8x optical zoom and a weather resistant case. “The water-resistant, 3.2-megapixel Optio 33WR is better equipped than most of us to handle inclement weather. Outfitted with Pentax extras, this compact camera offers a broad…
The Danish website Akamera.dk have today reviewed the new 6 megapixel Kodak Easyshare DX7630.
The Danish website Akamera.dk have today reviewed the new 6 megapixel Kodak Easyshare DX7630. Website: Akamera.dk - Kodak Easyshare DX7630 Review
Photoxels have just reviewed the 8-megapixel Olympus C-8080 Wide Zoom digital camera.
“A camera is first and foremost judged by the quality of the image it produces, and the Olympus Camedia C-8080 Wide Zoom shines in this respect. Image quality is excellent with minimal CA and no noise at ISO 50. Other professional features are a live histogram (with a unique “direct” feature), high quality EVF that is viewable in dim light, and wide-angle zoom.”
Photoxels have just reviewed the 8-megapixel Olympus C-8080 Wide Zoom digital camera. “A camera is first and foremost judged by the quality of the image it produces, and the Olympus Camedia C-8080 Wide Zoom shines in this respect. Image quality is excellent with minimal CA and no noise at ISO…
The Hungarian website Index Digicam have reviewed the stylish 5 megapixel Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T1 digital camera.
The Hungarian website Index Digicam have reviewed the stylish 5 megapixel Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T1 digital camera. Website: Index Digicam - Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T1 Review
Imaging Resource have just reviewed the 6 megapixel Olympus CAMEDIA C-60 ZOOM.
“On the whole, I think the C-60’s positives more than outweigh its negatives, but how you feel about them will depend a lot on the sort of shooting you intend to do, and how you intend to use your images. If you need to shoot at high ISOs a lot and make large prints (larger than 8x10) with the results, the C-60’s image noise could be a factor. On the other hand, point and shoot users mainly making 4x6 prints probably won’t be aware of it.”
Website: Imaging Resource - Olympus CAMEDIA C-60 ZOOM Review
Imaging Resource have just reviewed the 6 megapixel Olympus CAMEDIA C-60 ZOOM. “On the whole, I think the C-60’s positives more than outweigh its negatives, but how you feel about them will depend a lot on the sort of shooting you intend to do, and how you intend to use…
The Polish website FotoPolis have just reviewed the Canon Powershot S1 IS digital camera, which offers 10x image stablised zoom, 3 megapixels and high-quality 640 x 480 video at 30 frames/second with sound.
The Polish website FotoPolis have just reviewed the Canon Powershot S1 IS digital camera, which offers 10x image stablised zoom, 3 megapixels and high-quality 640 x 480 video at 30 frames/second with sound. Website: FotoPolis - Canon PowerShot S1 IS Review
Konica Minolta Europe have released a new firmware update for the DiMAGE A2 digital camera.
DiMAGE A2 Firmware Update V112 Important Note: Please read carefully the DiMAGE A2 firmware update PDF for detailed instructions on how to update the cameras firmware!
Improvements:
1. Improved the symptom that visibility of LCD decreases depending on the subject brightness while using the Flex Digital Magnifier function.
2. Improved the symptom that LCD turns off or the camera cannot focus on the high brightness subject with the Flex Focus Point at the focal length of 100mm.
3. Improved the flash metering accuracy.
4. Changed the viewfinder operation from the viewfinder turns off immediately after leaving the eye to it remains 10 sec. when the display mode switch is at EVF.
This firmware supports Telephoto Converter ACT-100, Wide-angle Converter ACW-100, and DiMAGE Capture DCA-200, and updating to this firmware is recommended for the users of these accessories.
Konica Minolta Europe have released a new firmware update for the DiMAGE A2 digital camera. DiMAGE A2 Firmware Update V112 Important Note: Please read carefully the DiMAGE A2 firmware update PDF for detailed instructions on how to update the cameras firmware! Improvements: 1. Improved the symptom that visibility of LCD…
CNET have just published their review of the Sony Cybershot DSC U40, a stylish 2-megapixel digicam available in four colors (silver, black, dark blue and red), which costs around $200.
“Smaller than an Apple iPod Mini and every bit as stylish, the 2-megapixel Sony Cyber Shot DSC-U40 offers easy point-and-shoot operation. And like Apple’s tr?s chic MP3 player, it comes in four colors: red, blue, black, and silver. In addition to looking slick, the U40 is fast. However, it has some drawbacks. There’s no optical zoom, and its 1-inch LCD can be hard to work with. Plus, its photo quality won’t exactly wow you.”
Website: CNET - Sony Cybershot DSC U40 Review
CNET have just published their review of the Sony Cybershot DSC U40, a stylish 2-megapixel digicam available in four colors (silver, black, dark blue and red), which costs around $200. “Smaller than an Apple iPod Mini and every bit as stylish, the 2-megapixel Sony Cyber Shot DSC-U40 offers easy point-and-shoot…
CNET have reviewed the ultra-thin Minolta DiMAGE Xg, another digital camera that was first announced at PMA 2004.
“The fifth addition to Konica Minolta’s ultracompact Dimage X line, with its signature internally zooming lens, the 3-megapixel Dimage Xg offers an amalgam of features from its forerunners and a few new tricks of its own. Both quick and versatile, this model makes an excellent tote-and-snap companion.”
Website: CNET - Minolta DiMAGE Xg Review
CNET have reviewed the ultra-thin Minolta DiMAGE Xg, another digital camera that was first announced at PMA 2004. “The fifth addition to Konica Minolta’s ultracompact Dimage X line, with its signature internally zooming lens, the 3-megapixel Dimage Xg offers an amalgam of features from its forerunners and a few new…
DCMAG.co.uk have just published their review of the 3 megapixel Kyocera FineCam S3R.
“The S5R was amongst the first of Kyocera’s range of compacts to feature the powerful RTUNE chip. This technology is now finding its way into more mainstream and accordingly affordable cameras. With the RTune processor at its heart, the Finecam S3R has an excellent turn of speed and a minimal three second start up time. With the appropriate memory ? 16Mb is included in the bundle ? the S3R can capture three shots a second continuously. Should you wish to take video clips rather than a succession of stills, the S3R can record 640x480 AVI files at thirty frames per second, again only limited by the confines of the storage.”
DCMAG.co.uk have just published their review of the 3 megapixel Kyocera FineCam S3R. “The S5R was amongst the first of Kyocera’s range of compacts to feature the powerful RTUNE chip. This technology is now finding its way into more mainstream and accordingly affordable cameras. With the RTune processor at its…
DCMAG.co.uk have reviewed the Fuji FinePix S3000 digital camera, which features 3.24 effective million pixels, 6X Fujinon optical zoom and digital movie recording. The S300 uses xD-Picture Card (16MB to 512MB) storage and its lens focal length is equivalent to 38-228mm on a 35mm camera. The list price for the S300 is £290 / $399.95.
“The one sticking point with the S3000 is the electronic viewfinder, a small LCD screen mounted within the eyepiece. A proper optical viewfinder is, to many enthusiasts, superior to an EVF, because if you?re shooting in less-than-perfect lighting with an EVF, gauging your composition becomes sheer guesswork. A sensor tries to overcome the disparities between light and shade, but you often lose detail in areas of shade, even if they may be intelligible in the final photograph thanks to flash.”
DCMAG.co.uk have reviewed the Fuji FinePix S3000 digital camera, which features 3.24 effective million pixels, 6X Fujinon optical zoom and digital movie recording. The S300 uses xD-Picture Card (16MB to 512MB) storage and its lens focal length is equivalent to 38-228mm on a 35mm camera. The list price for the…
PCMagazine have published a round-up of 6 megapixel digital cameras, including the Casio EXILIM PRO EX-P600 (pictured), which they named as their Editor’s Choice:
“Even though it’s a bit pricey, this is a very good camera for the money, whether you’re a pro who wants a powerful pocketable camera or a beginner who wants a great camera to grow with.”
Thanks to Sanj for the link.
Website: PCMagazine - Six-megapixel Shooters Are Easy, Affordable
PCMagazine have published a round-up of 6 megapixel digital cameras, including the Casio EXILIM PRO EX-P600 (pictured), which they named as their Editor’s Choice: “Even though it’s a bit pricey, this is a very good camera for the money, whether you’re a pro who wants a powerful pocketable camera or…