The high-zoom Kodak Z812 IS camera has an impressive feature set and intuitive controls, perfect for the aspiring photographer who wants an easy-to-use camera that delivers great pictures with every shot. With 8MP resolution and an incredible SCHNEIDER-KREUZNACH 12x optical zoom lens, the Z812 IS captures HD still images (16:9 aspect ratio) and video (720p at 30fps), as well as the ability to extract still images from videos. The Kodak Z812’s click-to-capture (.23), auto-focus accuracy, Optical Image Stabilization and High ISO settings (up to 3200) allow consumers to capture brighter, clearer shots in low-light or fast-action situations. The Kodak Z812 IS also features Face Detection Technology, and its Smart Scene Mode will automatically adjust the camera’s settings depending on the type of scene it detects. For consumers who wish to have more control over the composition of their shots, aperture and shutter speed can be manually selected and the electronic viewfinder can be activated instead of the 2.5-inch LCD screen. The Z812 IS Camera features Kodak Perfect Touch technology so every image can look its best. The Kodak Z812 IS is priced at €299 and will be available from September 2007.

The Kodak HDTV Dock connects to your HDTV to process pictures from Kodak HD-enabled digital cameras, SD memory cards or USB drives to deliver an outstanding visual experience to share with family and friends.  The launch of the HDTV Dock, not only makes viewing images in HD possible, but also makes it easy. Using the remote control feature on the Kodak HDTV Dock enables consumers to manage their digital pictures while relaxing on the living room sofa. The Kodak HDTV Dock makes it effortless to enjoy a full HD-quality slideshow, edit individual images, transfer images to a USB drive, or even print images to a connected printer. Along with being backward compatible with many Kodak digital cameras, the HDTV Dock automatically charges the rechargeable battery so the camera is ready whenever needed. The Kodak HDTV Dock will be available from October 2007 for €99.

The Nikon P5100 is the new flagship camera in the COOLPIX range, offering 12.1 megapixels, 3.5x zoom (35-123mm) and the EXPEED digital image processor. Successor to the P5000 model, the Nikon P5100 has a distortion control that corrects for barrel distortion in images shot, and even displays the corrected image on the LCD in real time. The Nikon P5100 will cost £299.99/ €450 and be available in September.

The Nikon P50 is an 8.1 megapixel digital camera with a 3.6x, 28-102mm lens and 2.4 inch LCD monitor. Electronic Vibration Reduction image stabilisation and ISO 2000 mode help to combat camera shake, and the Nikon P50 features the new EXPEED digital image processing engine. The new Nikon P50 camera will be available in October for £199.99/ €300.

The Nikon S700 is a 12.1 megapixel camera with a 3x zoom lens and a metal body. There’s also a 2.7 inch LCD monitor, image sensor shift Vibration Reduction and ISO 3200 capability, plus the S700 features the EXPEED digital image processing engine. The Nikon S700 will be available in black and silver in October for £279.99.

The Nikon S510 is the world’s smallest digital camera with optical vibration reduction. Featuring Nikon’s innovative EXPEED digital image processing concept, the S510 has a 3x zoom lens (35-105mm), light sensitivity up to ISO 2000 and a stainless steel body. The Nikon S510 is priced at £199.99/ €300, available in September.

The Nikon S51C and Nikon S51 both feature a distinctive wave-surface design and 8.1 megapixel sensors. Both cameras have a 3x zoom lens (38-114mm) with optical lens shift VR (Vibration Reduction). The Nikon S51C additionally offers built-in Wi-Fi support. The Nikon S51C and Nikon S51 will cost £229.99 and £199.99 respectively and be available in September.

The new Nikon L14 camera offers 7.1 megapixels and a 3x zoom lens (38-114mm). As with all of the new COOLPIX models, the L14 features Nikon’s innovative EXPEED digital image processing concept. It can also take 1,000 shots with the supplied Energizer lithium battery, the world’s longest battery life for a 3x zoom camera. The Nikon L14 will be available in October for £129.99/ €160.

The Nikon L15 camera features an optical lens shift VR image stabilisation system. The 8 megapixel Nikon L15 has a 3x zoom lens (35-105mm) and a 2.8 inch LCD screen. The Nikon L15 will be available in Silver, Black and Pink in September, price to be announced.

The Leica 14-50mm f/3.8-5.6 is a new Four Thirds System standard zoom lens equivalent to 28-100mm. The LECIA D VARIO-ELMAR 14-50mm/F3.8-5.6 MEGA O.I.S lens is included with the new Panasonic DMC-L10 digital SLR as a complete kit. The new lens comes in a more compact and light-weight body than the faster 14-50mm/ F2.8-3.5 Leica lens. The The Leica 14-50mm f/3.8-5.6 lens will be available from October 2007.

The new Leica 14-150mm Four Thirds lens will be available in the market from around November 2007. First announced at the PMA show back in March, the LEICA D VARIO-ELMAR 14-150mm/ F3.5-5.6 ASPH./ MEGA O.I.S. lens is equivalent to 28-300mm in 35mm terms. The new lens is the first Leica D lens to incorporate Extra Silent (XS) technology, which assures quick, quiet, accurate auto focusing control.

A study by J.D. Power and Associates has revealed that Nikon owners are the most satisfied DSLR customers around. With a an index score of 822 out of 1000, the Nikon D Series leads the DSLR segment, receiving notably high ratings from customers. The Fujifilm Finepix F series ranks highest in the point and shoot segment, Canon PowerShot SD series in premium point and shoot cameras, and Casio Exilim Zoom in the ultra slim segment. The study also found that DSLR camera owners take more than twice the amount of pictures per month than do owners in any other segment.

Steves Digicams have reviewed the new Canon EOS-1D Mark III DSLR camera.

“You can even select the JPEG + RAW mode and capture both image formats at the same time. You can set your own JPEG compression ratio as well as vary the image sharpness, chose one of five color matrix (color space) settings and even upload your own custom tone curves. The 1D Mark III’s JPEG image quality is awesome, and its RAW images provide the raw materials to create photographs that fit your own definition of excellence.”

Website: Steves Digicams - Canon EOS-1D Mark III Review

ePhotoZine have reviewed the Olympus E-510 DSLR camera, which features a built-in image stabiliser in the camera body. The E510 also has a new image processing engine that offers excellent noise performance and 3fps with a seven image RAW buffer in burst mode.

“The Olympus E-510 is a very capable camera. I enjoyed using it and it gave good results despite the weather. The build quality is good and it handles well. The Image stabiliser is effective and the dust reduction seems to work well as the images produced are clean with the Zuiko lenses ensuring sharpness. The Turbo III processor has ensured that noise remains at a minimium as much as possible and the noise test was a great surprise.”

Website: ePhotoZine - Olympus E-510 Review

Website: Read our Olympus E-510 Review

The Olympus E-3 professional DSLR camera has surfaced in Korea at an Olympus press conference. The first ever DSLR to feature a rotating LCD screen complete with Live View mode, a working prototype of the Olympus E3 was being shown to the Korean press along with a transparent 12-60mm F2.8-4 lens (24-120mm equivalent in 35mm terms). Both sites listed below have extensive pictures of the new Olympus E-3 DSLR, which is said to be due for release in November. In one photo, the E-3 seems to be turned on, with the rear-panel monitor displaying a “no card” and a “battery low” message. Thanks to Zoltán for letting us know.

Website: slrclub.com

Website: bbs.danawa.com

The HP Photosmart A826 compact photo printer features a massive 7 inch color touchscreen. The HP A826 can print borderless 4x6 and 5x7 inch photos, holiday cards, wallets and panoramas. Available in September 2007 in North America, the HP Photosmart A826 will cost $249.

The HP Photosmart A626 compact printer includes 200 creative options, including album pages, frames, graphics and effects. The HP A626 features the world’s first 4.8-inch color touchscreen LCD, built-in handle, foldup tray and, optional battery. Available in September 2007 in North America, the HP Photosmart A626 will cost $179.

The HP Photosmart A526 compact printer can make a 4x6 inch photo in as fast as 39 seconds. The HP A526 features a 2.4 inch color LCD display, angled for comfortable viewing, plus a a foldup paper tray and convenient built-in handle. Available in September 2007 in North America, the HP Photosmart A526 will cost $99.

HP is spending $300 Million on a global marketing campaign to help promote the company’s Print 2.0 strategy. HP have also introduced HP Scitex X2 printhead technology, the company’s first piezoelectric printhead. HP has formed new alliances with Flickr, Windows® Live Spaces and Yahoo! to enable easier web printing. Finally, HP has unveiled a series of new consumer printers – including the industry’s first touchscreen on a compact photo printer – and a variety of unique photo books.

The XShot is a hand-held, monopod-like product that allows you to take a self-portrait photo when no one else is around. “People no longer have to rely on extending their arm or passing strangers to take their pictures,” Michael Daoud, co-founder of XShot, LLC, said. The XShot extends over three feet and is made of high-quality stainless steel.