Category: Digital Compact Cameras
The J150W, J120, J110W, J100 are four new additions to Fujifilm’s range of high quality J series compacts. Each of the new models has a 10 megapixel sensor and 5x optical lens, but varies the LCD size and focal range. The J100 and J110W have a 2.7” LCD screen and the FinePix J150W and J120 offer a bigger 3” LCD screen. The J110W and J150W offer a focal range of 28mm-140mm, whilst the FinePix J100 and J120 are extended to 175mm. In the UK, the Fujifilm J100, J110W, J120, J150W will be available from September, pricing to be announced. In the US, only the J150W is being released, priced at $199.95.
The J150W, J120, J110W, J100 are four new additions to Fujifilm’s range of high quality J series compacts. Each of the new models has a 10 megapixel sensor and 5x optical lens, but varies the LCD size and focal range. The J100 and J110W have a 2.7” LCD screen and…
The Nikon Coolpix P6000 is a new 13.5 megapixel compact camera with built-in GPS and RAW support. Successor to the P5100 and Nikon’s latest attempt at a “serious” compact, the P6000 also features a 4x wide-angle zoom lens (28-112 mm), built-in Ethernet connector and a 2.7 inch LCD screen. Mark Pekelharing, Product Manager Consumer Products at Nikon Europe B.V: “This new compact camera sets new standards for the compact camera market. Nikon is known for introducing advanced features in both its D-SLR and compact cameras. With the introduction of this GPS model, Nikon once again proves to be at the forefront of technology. The high-quality materials and feature list otherwise only found in high-end cameras will appeal to the discerning user.” The Nikon Coolpix P6000 will be available in mid-September for €499 / £429.99 / $499.95.
The Nikon Coolpix P6000 is a new 13.5 megapixel compact camera with built-in GPS and RAW support. Successor to the P5100 and Nikon’s latest attempt at a “serious” compact, the P6000 also features a 4x wide-angle zoom lens (28-112 mm), built-in Ethernet connector and a 2.7 inch LCD screen. Mark…
The Nikon Coolpix S60 is a 10 megapixel compact camera with a 3.5-inch wide-screen LCD monitor with unique touch-panel control. The S60 also offers a 5x zoom lens with Vibration Reduction capability, Scene Auto Selector, enhanced Face Recognition, Smile Timer with blink detection, time-lapse movies, in-camera retouch and HDMi output. Mark Pekelharing, Product Manager Consumer Products at Nikon Europe B.V: “The COOLPIX S60 is the perfect marriage between technology and style. Nikon has introduced a host of features to make this camera easy to use and packed it with superb innovations derived from our professional D-SLR line for optimal imaging. We are confident that the numerous colour options will appeal to those looking for the combination of quality and good looks in a single package.” The Nikon Coolpix S60 will be available at the end of September 2008 for €349 / £299.99 / $349.95.
The Nikon Coolpix S60 is a 10 megapixel compact camera with a 3.5-inch wide-screen LCD monitor with unique touch-panel control. The S60 also offers a 5x zoom lens with Vibration Reduction capability, Scene Auto Selector, enhanced Face Recognition, Smile Timer with blink detection, time-lapse movies, in-camera retouch and HDMi output…
The Nikon S710, S610C, S610 and S560 are four new additions to the now extensive Coolpix range of compact camera. The S710 offers 14.5 megapixels, 12 fps shooting, 3.6x optical zoom and a sensitivity range up to ISO 12800. The S610 and S610C feature the world’s fastest start-up time in their class, 10 megapixel sensors and a 4x wide-angle zoom (the S610C also offers wireless LAN connectivity). The S560 is the world’s smallest camera in its class, with 10 megapixels, a 5x zoom lens and advanced features such as Smile Mode. The Nikon The S710 will cost €329 / £299.99 / $379.95, available mid-September. The Nikon S610C and S610 will cost €319 / £249.99 / $329.95 and €299 / £249.99 / $279.95 respectively and be available in September. The Nikon S560 will retail for €249 / £179.99 / $249.95, available at the end of August.
The Nikon S710, S610C, S610 and S560 are four new additions to the now extensive Coolpix range of compact camera. The S710 offers 14.5 megapixels, 12 fps shooting, 3.6x optical zoom and a sensitivity range up to ISO 12800. The S610 and S610C feature the world’s fastest start-up time in…
The Sony Cyber-shot T700 and T77 are two new digital cameras with “intelligent” shooting functions. The 10 megapixel Sony T77 camera is Sony’s thinnest model at less than 5/8 of an inch with a 3-inch, 16 x 9 touch panel LCD screen. The Sony T700 has all the features of the T77 plus 4GB of internal memory and a larger 3.5-inch, wide touch panel Xtra Fine LCD. Both models feature intelligent scene recognition technology, Smile Shutter and face detection with child and adult priority, high sensitivity shooting (up to ISO 3200), eleven scene modes, and in-camera image management. “Sony is taking the lead in developing “intelligent” cameras so that taking great pictures is an automatic function and not a complicated process,” said Phil Lubell, director of digital camera marketing at Sony Electronics. “This is part of our effort to enhance the camera experience for customers by offering new functionality.” The Sony Cyber-shot T77 camera replaces the T70 model and will be available in brown, green, pink, black and silver in late September for about $300. The new Sony Cyber-shot T700 cameras ships at the same time in red, champagne gold, pink, dark gray and silver for about $400.
The Sony Cyber-shot T700 and T77 are two new digital cameras with “intelligent” shooting functions. The 10 megapixel Sony T77 camera is Sony’s thinnest model at less than 5/8 of an inch with a 3-inch, 16 x 9 touch panel LCD screen. The Sony T700 has all the features of…
Imaging Resource have reviewed the Olympus mju 1030 SW, a 10 megapixel shock and waterproof digital camera.
“Before I launch into the ups and downs of the Olympus 1030SW’s image quality, let’s get one thing straight: if you’re looking for the ultimate in image quality, you’re not going to find it here. However, depending in the images, you should be able to make prints up to 8x10 inches that will look fine hanging on the wall or sitting on the coffee table in a frame. Just don’t look too closely.”
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Imaging Resource have reviewed the Olympus mju 1030 SW, a 10 megapixel shock and waterproof digital camera. “Before I launch into the ups and downs of the Olympus 1030SW’s image quality, let’s get one thing straight: if you’re looking for the ultimate in image quality, you’re not going to find…
Steves Digicams have reviewed the Kodak M1033 digital camera, a bright and colourful, thin and stylish, 10-megapixel camera.
“When we reviewed the M883 last year, we found it had real problems with image noise, even at the lowest settings. This is not the case with the M1033. Noise levels are below average from ISO 64 all the way up to 1600. The M1033’s noise reduction system does well, only adding a bit of detail loss or softness to the image at 800 and above. I feel that ISO 800 can still make large prints without any problems, as long as it is a well lit image. Even 1600 has the potential to create a usable 8x10 or larger. While there is also a 3200 settings, there is still a lot of noise as well as detail loss due to the heavy NR. I was very glad to see that Kodak corrected this issue with great high ISO performance on this new model.”
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Steves Digicams have reviewed the Kodak M1033 digital camera, a bright and colourful, thin and stylish, 10-megapixel camera. “When we reviewed the M883 last year, we found it had real problems with image noise, even at the lowest settings. This is not the case with the M1033. Noise levels are…
TrustedReviews have reviewed the new Samsung NV30 digital camera, which features dual image stabilization and improved noise reduction.
“Picture quality is generally good, but perhaps a little disappointing given the overall quality of the camera. As I mentioned earlier, the lens is very good, producing very little wide-angle distortion and excellent corner-to-corner sharpness, with only a tiny hint of chromatic aberration at the far corners of the frame.”
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TrustedReviews have reviewed the new Samsung NV30 digital camera, which features dual image stabilization and improved noise reduction. “Picture quality is generally good, but perhaps a little disappointing given the overall quality of the camera. As I mentioned earlier, the lens is very good, producing very little wide-angle distortion and…
NeoCamera have reviewed the Panasonic DMC-FZ18 digital camera, which features a 18x optical zoom lens, equivalent to 28-504mm on a 35mm film camera.
“The versatility of an 18X optical zoom should be weighed carefully versus the value of higher image quality when deciding or not on the Panasonic FZ18. If an 18X zoom is preferred, then the FZ18 will not disappoint. Otherwise, a higher quality camera such as the Fuji Finepix S100FS can produce much better results. There are several other ultra-zooms with at least 18X optical zoom. Unfortunately, those were not reviewed here yet but one current favorite is the Fuji Finepix S8100fd which is worth checking out along the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18.”
NeoCamera have reviewed the Panasonic DMC-FZ18 digital camera, which features a 18x optical zoom lens, equivalent to 28-504mm on a 35mm film camera. “The versatility of an 18X optical zoom should be weighed carefully versus the value of higher image quality when deciding or not on the Panasonic FZ18. If…
Samsung UK have announced Limited Edition versions of the NV4 and L100 digital cameras featuring the Chelsea FC team crest. Free luxury camera cases are also included. “Samsung is delighted to strengthen the Chelsea range with the launch of two new limited edition premium compact cameras which provide unrivalled image quality and innovative features to photographers of all levels” said Robert King, Director, Samsung Cameras UK. The Limited Edition Samsung NV4 Titanium is expected to retail at around £149.99 and the L100 at around £99.99. Both will be available from the Chelsea Megastore from the start of the season.
Samsung UK have announced Limited Edition versions of the NV4 and L100 digital cameras featuring the Chelsea FC team crest. Free luxury camera cases are also included. “Samsung is delighted to strengthen the Chelsea range with the launch of two new limited edition premium compact cameras which provide unrivalled image…
Steves Digicams have reviewed the new Kodak Easyshare Z1012 IS digital camera, which offers 10 megapixel resolution and 12x optical zoom with optical image stabilisation.
“Our indoor samples also showed excellent quality from the Z1012 IS. The exposures both with and without the flash did very well. The colors were slightly different as seen on our samples page with the M&M man shots. The auto white balance produces a cooler image when using the flash than it does without. Our sample portrait shot was taken in “Portrait” scene mode, showing an excellent exposure with the lowest possible ISO, and natural looking skin tones. The built in pop-up flash has a range of approx. 25’ at the wide end and 14 1/2’ at the telephoto end. This is very powerful and can be very useful when taking pictures outside in low-light or inside in a large room. “
Steves Digicams have reviewed the new Kodak Easyshare Z1012 IS digital camera, which offers 10 megapixel resolution and 12x optical zoom with optical image stabilisation. “Our indoor samples also showed excellent quality from the Z1012 IS. The exposures both with and without the flash did very well. The colors were…
Imaging Resource have reviewed the Fujifilm FinePix Z20fd, a new 10 megapixel compact camera with MPEG-4 video technology.
“The Fujifilm FinePix Z20fd is small and fun, and offers good capability for its tiny size. The 10-megapixel CCD picks up a lot of fine detail, and both color and exposure performance are generally good. Noise handling isn’t great at the highest sensitivity settings, but results are fine at the normal ISOs. Blurring in the corners of the frame will definitely detract from compositions with a lot of fine detail in these areas, but for average day-to-day snapshots, the Z20fd’s performance should be just fine.”
Imaging Resource have reviewed the Fujifilm FinePix Z20fd, a new 10 megapixel compact camera with MPEG-4 video technology. “The Fujifilm FinePix Z20fd is small and fun, and offers good capability for its tiny size. The 10-megapixel CCD picks up a lot of fine detail, and both color and exposure performance…
TrustedReviews have reviewed the Olympus SP-570 UZ camera, which features a 20x zoom equivalent to 26-520mm.
“The Olympus SP-570 UZ is a decent camera to use, with some nice handling features such as a decent EVF, good zoom ring and plenty of control. It’s Raw capabilities are an eye catcher, but it lacks the finesse of some competitors, particuallry when it comes to the images, Apart from exposure, which is easily remedied, the fringing from the lens is appalling, while the noise is average. You may be buying the longest superzoom available but it’s hardly the best.”
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TrustedReviews have reviewed the Olympus SP-570 UZ camera, which features a 20x zoom equivalent to 26-520mm. “The Olympus SP-570 UZ is a decent camera to use, with some nice handling features such as a decent EVF, good zoom ring and plenty of control. It’s Raw capabilities are an eye catcher…
TrustedReviews have reviewed the 10.1 megapixel Samsung L210 digital camera.
“The Samsung L210 is an ambitious camera, a budget ultra-compact with optical image stabilisation, a technology usually only found in more expensive cameras. While it does make an attractive package for the price the rest of the camera is still very much budget-level, and it doesn’t really compete with more expensive IS compact models from other manufacturers. Low light focusing and overall shooting performance are especially poor.”
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TrustedReviews have reviewed the 10.1 megapixel Samsung L210 digital camera. “The Samsung L210 is an ambitious camera, a budget ultra-compact with optical image stabilisation, a technology usually only found in more expensive cameras. While it does make an attractive package for the price the rest of the camera is still…
The Pentax Optio M60 is a new 10 megapixel compact camera with a 5x zoom lens. The Pentax M60 has a metal body, 36-180mm lens, Advanced Auto Picture mode, High-speed Face Recognition and 2.5-inch LCD monitor. Designed to be easy to operate, the new Mode palette provides quick access to 24 shooting and 15 playback modes. Available in 3 colours, silver, pink and blue, price and availability of the Pentax Optio M60 are still to be confirmed.
The Pentax Optio M60 is a new 10 megapixel compact camera with a 5x zoom lens. The Pentax M60 has a metal body, 36-180mm lens, Advanced Auto Picture mode, High-speed Face Recognition and 2.5-inch LCD monitor. Designed to be easy to operate, the new Mode palette provides quick access to…
The Pentax Optio E60 is a new entry-level, 10 megapixel digital camera. The E60 offers a 3x, 32-96mm zoom lens, Auto Picture, Face Recognition, High Sensitivity Digital Shake Reduction modes, and an Image Recovery function to retrieve accidentally-erased images. The Pentax E60 will be available in black in October for under US $140.00.
The Pentax Optio E60 is a new entry-level, 10 megapixel digital camera. The E60 offers a 3x, 32-96mm zoom lens, Auto Picture, Face Recognition, High Sensitivity Digital Shake Reduction modes, and an Image Recovery function to retrieve accidentally-erased images. The Pentax E60 will be available in black in October for…
Ricoh have released a new firmware update for the GX200 compact digital camera. Version 1.10 includes the following changes:
- It may look inverted in high brightness parts during monitoring in some occasions.
- With using the VF-1, if you take a picture in multishot with RAW, and with Macro, focusing performance may become slow to take time until focus on.
• Improved the accuracy of level compensation at taking a picture with Auto Levels in the Image setting.
• Corrected the information of shooting setting in the captured images to correspond to them in the both a DNG file and the JPEG file recorded with a DNG file.
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Ricoh have released a new firmware update for the GX200 compact digital camera. Version 1.10 includes the following changes: - It may look inverted in high brightness parts during monitoring in some occasions. - With using the VF-1, if you take a picture in multishot with RAW, and with Macro…
Buy-n-Shoot have reviewed the new Samsung NV4 camera, which features dual image stabilization and improved noise reduction.
“There is no doubt that the multiple functionality of the Samsung NV4 is highly likable and suitable for today’s lifestyle considering it is one compact unit that acts as three or four different multimedia devices yet it is portable enough to carry at all times. I highly recommend this unit for a person who is somewhat technically proficient and looking for an entry-level camera that provides solid results with minimal effort.”
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Buy-n-Shoot have reviewed the new Samsung NV4 camera, which features dual image stabilization and improved noise reduction. “There is no doubt that the multiple functionality of the Samsung NV4 is highly likable and suitable for today’s lifestyle considering it is one compact unit that acts as three or four different…
TrustedReviews have reviewed the Nikon P80, a 10 megapixel digital camera with an 18x zoom lens.
“As bridge cameras go, the Nikon Coolpix P80 is okay, but there are reservations. While the handling is generally good and instinctual, it feels a bit of a lightweight and it’s not the most responsive in the world. Image quality is average too, with good exposure and colour, but it’s let down by fringing and noise.”
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TrustedReviews have reviewed the Nikon P80, a 10 megapixel digital camera with an 18x zoom lens. “As bridge cameras go, the Nikon Coolpix P80 is okay, but there are reservations. While the handling is generally good and instinctual, it feels a bit of a lightweight and it’s not the most…
DigiCamReview have reviewed the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX35, a new 25mm ultra wide-angle compact camera.
” Image quality is very good - with excellent colour, and high levels of saturation, contrast and detail. Noise levels were higher than average, but results were good at ISO400 or below and prints made from this camera looked excellent, and detail was very good. There was some red eye in group photos, but purple fringing was very low.”
DigiCamReview have reviewed the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX35, a new 25mm ultra wide-angle compact camera. ” Image quality is very good - with excellent colour, and high levels of saturation, contrast and detail. Noise levels were higher than average, but results were good at ISO400 or below and prints made from…