The Danish website DigitalMagasinet.dk have reviewed one of Nikon’s top-of-the-range prosumer digital cameras, the 5 megapixel CoolPix 5400.

Website: DigitalMagasinet.dk - Nikon Coolpix 5400 Review

The Czech website Digineff have published their review of the new Olympus C-770 Ultra Zoom digital camera.

Website: Digineff - Olympus C-770 Ultra Zoom Review

The Danish website Akamera.dk have reviewed the Fuji FinePix F420 Zoom, the smallest Fujifilm camera to incorporate Super CCD HR technology and 30 frames per second video.

Website: Akamera.dk - Fuji FinePix F420 Zoom Review

LetsGoDigital have published a First Look at the Ricoh Caplio GX, a slim 5-megapixel 28mm wide-angle zoom digital camera.

“The start-up time of the Caplio GX is very fast. It takes about 1.2 seconds to wake the GX and with an amazing fast shutter response of only 0.12 seconds even the most demanding photographer will be impressed with the fast response of this new Ricoh model. The Caplio GX uses a hybrid auto focusing system technology that proofs to be very responsive. The trigger happy photographers among us will be glad to see that Ricoh is capable of producing a compact high resolution camera that is able to capture action shots with a blink of an eye.”

Website: LetsGoDigital - Ricoh Caplio GX First Look

The technology website I4U have posted what they are calling a review of the new 5 megapixel DSC-T11 digital camera, but which is really a photographic comparison of the DSC-T11 with the slightly thicker DSC-T1 (found via Engadget).

Website: I4U - Sony DSC-T11 Review

CNET have just reviewed the new 8-megapixel Konica Minolta DiMAGE A2 digital camera.

“With an 8-megapixel CCD and an improved electronic viewfinder (EVF), the Konica Minolta Dimage A2 surpasses its highly regarded predecessor, the 5-megapixel Dimage A1. The new model retains the A1’s high-quality 7X zoom lens, top-notch performance, and comprehensive feature set, and its new EVF is the best we’ve yet seen. Though the A2’s images aren’t the greatest for its class, the sum of its parts adds up to more than any of its competitors.”

Website: CNET - Konica Minolta DiMAGE A2 Review

If you’re at all interested in the 8 megapixel Konica Minolta DiMAGE A2 digital camera then you will want to read Michael Reichmann’s experiences of using the camera in Seville, Spain.

“This report will serve two purposes. I’ll use it to describe my impressions of the good and bad of the Minolta A2, and also as a venue for some photographs taken on this trip. Don’t associate a particular image with any comments, pro or con, unless I specifically make that link. Otherwise the images are simply here for viewing.”

Website: Luminous Landscape - Konica Minolta A2 On Location

The German website Digitalkamera.de have posted their review of the Fujifilm Finepix S20 Pro digital camera, which currently sits at the top of the FinePix range.

Website: Digitalkamera.de - Fujifilm Finepix S20 Pro Review

Website: Read my Review of the Fuji FinePix S20 Pro

The Norwegian website DigIT have just reviewed the new flagship model of the Canon Digital IXUS fleet, the 5.0 megapixel Digital Ixus 500 (known as the Powershot S500 in North America), which was announced at the start of February.

Website: DigIT - Canon Digital Ixus 500 Review

The Czech website Digineff have just reviewed the 6 megapixel Olympus CAMEDIA C-60 ZOOM.

Website: Digineff - Olympus CAMEDIA C-60 ZOOM Review

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Imaging Resource also have the scoop on 2 new mid-range digital cameras from Sanyo. The Xacti DSC-S3 is a 3 megapixel model with a 3x optical lens, whilst the Xacti DSC-S4 has 4 megapixels and a 2.8x optical lens. The cameras look very similar from the outside but they have completely different sensors and lenses.

Website: Imaging Resource - Sanyo announces two new Xacti digicams

Imaging Resource are running a story about a curious new digtal camera from Hitachi. The i.mega HDC-401 has a 4 megapixel CCD and, get this, a fixed-focus, fixed focal length (37mm), fixed aperture lens! It’s only on sale in Japan at the moment…

Website: Imaging Resource - Hitachi i.mega HDC-401

Steves Digicams have just reviewed the 4 megapixel Kodak Easyshare LS743 digital camera.

“Building on the success of the LS443 , The Kodak EasyShare LS743 combines the same 4.0 megapixel imager found on its predecessor, but adds new features like a high-quality Schneider Kreuznach Variogon 2.8x optical zoom lens, and the new Kodak Color Science image processing chip, all wrapped up in an all-metal compact design.”

Website: Steves Digicams - Kodak Easyshare LS743 Review

Steves Digicams have reviewed the new 4 megapixel Kodak Easyshare CX7430 digital camera

“The overall image quality in BEST 4.0MP was good. Flash portraits were well exposed, and skin tones were natural in our test shots. The flash range of up to 11.8 feet (at wide angle) won’t illuminate large rooms, but is adequate for most interior shooting, especially group portraits. You can include yourself in these portraits thanks to the CX7430’s tripod mount and self-timer. The flash also works extremely well for macro photography and “throttles down” to prevent over-exposure at even the closest range.”

Website: Steves Digicams - Kodak Easyshare CX7430 Review

Steves Digicams have reviewed the Kodak Easyshare CX7300 (US$129.95 MSRP), which is designed for the entry-level digital photographer. Its 3.2-megapixel resolution and 3X digital zoom provide prints up to 11 x 14 inches.

“Bottom line - The EasyShare CX7300 will make a great choice for those just entering the digital world or anyone who wants something to replace all those disposable cameras they have been buying. The EasyShare CX7300 is easy to use, and produces 3.2 megapixel images capable of being printed at up to 8x10-inches. This is a great camera to start out with and one that you’ll be happy to pass on to a family member or your children when you’re ready to upgrade to a more advanced camera with greater capability.”

Website: Steves Digicams - Kodak Easyshare CX7300 Review

Imaging Resource are reporting that production of the new 5 megapixel DSC-T11 digital camera has been temporarily halted due to a problem with the finish of the camera body flaking off if it’s bumped against a hard surface. The Sony DSC-T11 is currently only available in Japan.

Website: Imaging Resource - Sony Japan temporarily halts DSC-T11 sales

Sony have quietly introduced a new model to their range of digital cameras. The DSC-W12 is the same camera as the DSC-W1, but it has a Special Edition black body, black leather case and is supplied with 4 x NiMH batteries. The DSC-W12 will be available in mid June 2004.

Website: Sony Style - Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W12

The Slovenian website eFotoGrafija have just reviewed the tiny 4 megapixel Pentax Optio S4i, which has a 3X optical zoom, 1.8 inch LCD monitor and features the first PENTAX digital cradle-style lithium ion recharge base unit.

Website: eFotoGrafija - Pentax Optio S4i Review

SMaL Camera Technologies Press Release 19/05/04

SMaL Camera Technologies Introduces Ultra-Pocket 5 Rapid Development Kit to Enable World’s Slimmest 3-Megapixel Digital Cameras

Kit Positions Manufacturers to Launch Best in Class 3MP DSCs at Retail Price Points of $129 or Below

Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA (May 19, 2004) ? SMaL Camera Technologies, a developer of digital imaging solutions and enabler of award-winning super-thin digital still cameras, announced today its new Ultra-Pocket? 5 rapid development kit for 3-megapixel credit card cameras with color TFT display. The Ultra-Pocket 5 kit enables manufacturers and brands to rapidly enter the heart of the mass consumer market ? 3-megapixel ? with unparalleled thinness, style, wide dynamic range, and worry-free battery life, in the sub-$129 retail price range.

“Manufacturers and brands struggle to penetrate the highly coveted ‘slim’ category for digital cameras,” says Maurizio Arienzo, SMaL’s president and chief executive officer. “When they rely on off-the-shelf components, not only is their time to market slow and expensive, but also their cameras fail to meet consumers’ and retailers’ expectations in thinness, battery life, and quality, and in many cases, price point. Only SMaL’s Ultra-Pocket 5 kit overcomes all of these sources of frustration for manufacturers, retailers, and consumers alike.”

DCResource have posted their review of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC1, a rangefinder-like digital camera which is exactly the same as the Leica Digilux 2 in terms of camera design.

“There’s a whole lot to like about the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC1. It could be the stunning, retro design that’s reminiscent of Leica cameras of old. Or perhaps it’s the manual shutter speed, aperture, and focus rings, which make adjusting settings super-easy. The photo quality is very nice, too, but a bit on the noisy side. What’s the catch? The price. With a list price of $1599, you could buy a Nikon D70 kit plus an extra lens, and you’ll have better photos, performance, and expandability. You’re paying a lot for nostalgia here, folks.”

Website: DCResource - Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC1 Review