The Fujifilm FinePix S1000fd is the world’s smallest 12x optical zoom digital camera. The 10 megapixel Fujifilm S1000fd features a 33-396mm lens, 2.7 inch LCD screen, new Panoramic Shooting Mode, Face Detection and ISO 1600 at full resolution. The Fujifilm FinePix S1000fd will be available from UK retailers in March 2008, pricing will be announced nearer to the date of the launch.

The new Fujifilm FinePix F100fd is billed as the ultimate ‘F Series’ digital camera. With a 12 megapixel, 8th Generation Super CCD sensor, 5x wide angle optical zoom lens (28-140mm), and a 2.7 inch LCD screen, the Fujifilm F100fd replaces the F50fd as the top of the range model. Other standout features include new expanded dynamic range capture functionality, Face Detection 3.0 and ISO settings of up to an unprecedented ISO 12800. The Fujifilm FinePix F100fd will be available from UK retailers in March 2008, pricing will be announced nearer to the date of the launch.

The Fujifilm FinePix Z20fd is a new 10 megapixel compact camera with MPEG-4 video technology. An update of the previous Z10fd model, the Fujifilm Z20fd features an ultra-slim design, a Fujinon 3x optical zoom lens and 2.5” LCD screen. The Fujifilm FinePix Z20fd comes in 5 different colours, will be available from UK retailers in April 2008, with pricing to be announced nearer to the date of the launch.

The Fujifilm FinePix J50 and J10 are two new entry-level models in the brand new J Series of digital cameras. The Fujifilm J10 and J50 provide powerful, easy to use models that fit into a pocket or handbag for instant accessibility. With a compact body just 19mm thick, the Fujifilm J10 incorporates an 8.2 Megapixel CCD sensor, 2.5” LCD and a 3x zoom lens. The Fujifilm J50 has a bigger 2.7 inch screen and 5x optical zoom. Available in either Matt Black or Brushed Silver, the Fujifilm FinePix J50 and J10 will be available from UK retailers in March 2008, with pricing to be announced nearer to the date of the launch.

The new Pentax K20D DSLR camera offers 14.6 megapixels, making it the leading semi-professional model in terms of image resolution. The K20D builds on the success of the acclaimed K10D, offering more megapixels, a larger 2.7 inch LCD monitor, Live View mode, ISO 100-6400, Dust Alert System and an X-sync socket for studio flash systems. Other standout features offered by the Pentax K20D include built-in Shake Reduction system, 11-point AF, and support for a large number of older, pre-digital lenses. The 14.6 megapixel CMOS sensor inside the K20D has been developed in a joint-venture with Samsung, who are responsible for the fabrication. The Pentax K20D will be available in March 2008 for £899 / $1299 body only or £999 with the new 18-55mm II kit lens.

The Pentax K200D is a new 10 megapixel entry-level, compact digital SLR camera. The K200D is the successor to the K100D and K100D Super and features new 10.2 megapixel CCD sensor, 2.7 inch LCD screen, dust and water protection with 60 seals, and improved battery-life consumption. Other standout features of the Pentax K200D include built-in Shake Reduction system, 11-point AF, dust removal and compatibility with a large number of older, pre-digital Pentax lenses. The new Pentax K200D costs £579.99 / $799.95 with the new 18-55 mm II kit lens and will be available in March 2008.

Pentax have introduced 5 new lenses for their DSLR cameras, including 300mm and 200mm Supersonic Motor lenses. Both lenses are also weatherproofed and protected from penetrating dust by appropriate seals. The full lineup is:

- smc PENTAX-DA* 300mm F4.0 ED [IF] SDM
- smc PENTAX-DA* 200mm F2.8 ED [IF] SDM
- smc PENTAX-DA 35mm F2.8 Macro Limited
- smc PENTAX-DA 55-300mm F4-5.8 ED
- smc PENTAX-DA 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 AL II

Prices range from £99 for the 18-55mm to £899 for the 300mm lens, availability to be confirmed.

The Pentax Optio S12 is a new ultra-compact 12 megapixel digital camera. The Pentax S12 includes digital Shake Reduction and Face Recognition functions, 2.5 inch screen, ISO sensitivity up to 3200, 18 different Picture modes and comes in 4 different colours. The new Pentax Optio S12 will cost £199.99 / $279.95 and be available in March 2008.

The Pentax Optio M50 is a new 8 megapixel compact digital camera with 5x optical zoom (36-180mm). The Pentax M50 features a 23.5mm deep aluminium body, 2.5 inch LCD screen, digital Shake Reduction and fastest ISO speed of 6400. The new Pentax Optio M50 will cost £149.99 / $229.95 and be available in March 2008.

The Pentax Optio E50 is a new 8 megapixel entry-level digital camera with numerous automatic functions. The Pentax E50 offers a 3x zoom lens, 2.4 inch LCD screen, digital “Shake Reduction” system and AA battery power supply. The Pentax Optio E50 new costs £99.99 / $149.95 and will be available in February 2008.

Sony have just taken the wraps off 8 shiny new compacts, but that hasn’t stopped them promising more new products before next week’s PMA show in Las Vegas. “Keep a look out for more exciting news from Sony as we get closer to PMA” declares jpeterson on the official Sony Electronics blog. Could this be news of the much-rumoured pro-level DSLR from Sony -  possibly called either the A300 or A900, depending on which flavour of internet forum you prefer. PhotographyBLOG will be at PMA to bring you all the latest news live from the show floor.

The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H10 is a new 8 megapixel compact digicam with a 10x optical zoom lens. Successor to the H3 model, the DSC-H10 adds a larger 3 inch LCD screen, dubbed the Clear Photo LCD Plus - and that’s about it. The Sony H10 offers the same 8 megapixel sensor and 10x zoom lens as its predecessor. The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H10 will ship in May for about $300. It will be available in Europe from the end of March 2008.

The new Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T300 digital camera features a 3.5 inch touch-screen LCD and 5x optical zoom lens. The 10 megapixel Sony T300 features a a stylish, ultra-compact design with virtually no external controls to clutter the interface. It features Sony’s new intelligent scene recognition (iSCN), which allows the T300 to analyze shooting conditions and automatically select the best settings.The DSC-T300 camera replaces the DSC-T200 model and will be available in red, black and silver in March for about $400.

Sony has unveiled 4 new additions to its W-range of Cyber-shot compact digital cameras. The Sony Cyber-Shot DSC-W170, DSC-W150, DSC-W130, DSC-W120 all feature Sony’s new “Smile shutter"mode, which automatically captures an image when your subject smiles without even having to press the shutter. The 10.1-megapixel DSC-W170 and 8.1-megapixel DSC-W150 models feature 5x optical zoom lenses and 2.7 inch LCD screens. The 8.1-megapixel DSC-W130 and 7.2-megapixel DSC-W120 models both have 4x optical zoom and 2.5 inch LCD screens. The DSC-W120 camera will be available for about $200 and the DSC-W130 for about $230, both in March. The DSC-W150 will cost $250 in April, and the DSC-W170 for $300.

The new Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S780 and DSC-S750 entry-level cameras, now with Lithium Ion batteries instead of AA batteries. Consequently battery life is improved (around 275 shots) and the cameras are much slimmer than previous designs. Both the DSC-S780 and DSC-S750 models feature Sony’s face detection technology which identifies up to three faces in the frame. The 8.1-megapixel Sony S780 and the 7.2-megapixel Sony S750 models both offer 3x optical zoom lenses and 2.5 inch LCD screens. The DSC-S750 model ships in March for about $150, and the DSC-S780 will be available in April for about $180.

Announced just last week, the HP B8850 is a new, competitively priced 13 inch / A3 photo printer aimed squarely at the keen amateur photographer. The B8850 offers a very similar specification to its well-received big brother, the B9180, whilst cutting features that most users won’t need to bring the price down. Is the HP B8850 a veritable bargain, or does it cut too many corners? Jon Canfield finds out, as we bring you the World’s first ever review of the HP Photosmart Pro B8850 printer.

Website: HP B8850 Review

The new Olympus Type M+ xD-Picture Card is up to 1.5 times faster than Type M xD-Picture Cards when used with Olympus digital cameras. Type M+ the only xD-Picture Card that supports the exclusive Olympus Panorama, 3D and Art modes. Available as M-XD1GMP (1GB) and M-XD2GMP (2GB), Type M+ xD-Picture Card also enable longer movie recording times in 640X480/SHQ (30fps) mode.

CorelDRAW Graphics Suite X4 offers more than 50 new and significantly enhanced features. “The end result is CorelDRAW Graphics Suite X4 - a suite that provides users with easy-to-use tools that deliver outstanding results, while also having a dramatic and positive impact on their day to day productivity”. said Gérard Métrailler, director, product management, graphics at Corel. CorelDRAW Graphics Suite X4 will be available across Europe for a suggested retail price of £329 for the full version and £149 for the upgrade (excluding VAT).

The latest round of Kingston’s “Critique My Image” series has just been published. This part of Kingston’s ‘Icons of Photography’ microsite allows you to have your images reviewed by some of the best photographers in the world. “The continued positive response demonstrates the benefits of the Icons program educating consumers on Kingston Flash memory. The Icons have said sharing so much of their knowledge and experience with digital photographers of all levels is tremendously rewarding.” said Jaja Lin, Flash product marketing manager, Kingston.

PhotographyBLOG’s PMA 2008 Report is now open for business. The Photo Marketing Association (PMA) Annual Convention and Trade Show takes place this year in Las Vegas, USA, from 29th January - 2nd February 2008. PMA is the world’s largest annual photo imaging trade show, where all the major photography manufacturers unveil their new product line-ups for 2008 and beyond. Just like last year, PhotographyBLOG will cover PMA live from the show floor. There are a lot of announcements both in the weeks leading up to PMA and during the 3 days of the show itself, all of which are included in our PMA 2008 Report. To help you keep track of everything that’s going on, this page contains links to all of the latest product announcements. You can also signup for our email Newsletter or subscribe to our RSS feed, which will keep you up to date with everything that is happening before, during and after PMA 2008.

Website: PMA 2008 Report