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TrustedReviews have the first online review of the new 10.2 megapixel Sony A100 DSLR camera.
“In overall styling the Alpha ?100 resembles, not surprisingly, the Konica Minolta 5D, however it is far from being merely a re-badged Minolta. In order to be taken seriously in the highly competitive DSLR field, Sony has had to come up with something unique and special, and in my opinion it has succeeded admirably. The ?100 is crammed full of advanced technology designed to make taking good pictures easier, addressing most of the major problems that can ruin your pictures.”
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TrustedReviews have the first online review of the new 10.2 megapixel Sony A100 DSLR camera. “In overall styling the Alpha ?100 resembles, not surprisingly, the Konica Minolta 5D, however it is far from being merely a re-badged Minolta. In order to be taken seriously in the highly competitive DSLR field…
CNET have published the first online review of the new Fujifilm FinePix F30, which offers ISO 3200, 6 megapixels, 3x optical zoom lens and a 2.5 inch LCD.
“Fujifilm has spent the last couple of years getting in touch with its sensitive side by ratcheting up the usable sensitivity range of its digital compact cameras. The pinnacle of this work is the company’s new FinePix F30, which includes a range of ISOs from ISO 100 all the way up to ISO 3,200. In the film world, you could get ISO 3,200 only with black-and-white film, and it had grain that was affectionately referred to as “golfball size” by many photographers. While noise at ISO 3,200 is extreme, the F30 keeps imaging artifacts under control below that point, making for a breakthrough as digital compacts go.”
Website: CNET - Fujifilm FinePix F30 Review
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CNET have published the first online review of the new Fujifilm FinePix F30, which offers ISO 3200, 6 megapixels, 3x optical zoom lens and a 2.5 inch LCD. “Fujifilm has spent the last couple of years getting in touch with its sensitive side by ratcheting up the usable sensitivity range…
DCResource have reviewed the Nikon Coolpix S6, a 6 megapixel, 3x optical zoom len, 3 inch LCD digital camera.
“The Coolpix S6 is a slim metal camera with a “wave” design. It’s not the smallest camera in its class, but it will still fit into your smallest pocket with ease. The camera is well built. The S6 gets a mixed review in terms of usability. While the buttons on the back of the camera are okay (and I like the four-way controller wheel thing), the buttons on top are truly microscopic and hard to use. The S6 has a big and beautiful 3-inch LCD that has average visibility in low light and better-than-average visibility in low light. Unfortunately this huge screen doesn’t leave much room for your fingers, which makes the camera hard to hold. Not surprisingly the S6 lacks an optical viewfinder, and I’ll leave it up to you to decide if that’s a good or bad thing. The camera comes with a dock, which is required for USB or video out and optional for battery charging.”
Website: DCResource - Nikon Coolpix S6 Review
DCResource have reviewed the Nikon Coolpix S6, a 6 megapixel, 3x optical zoom len, 3 inch LCD digital camera. “The Coolpix S6 is a slim metal camera with a “wave” design. It’s not the smallest camera in its class, but it will still fit into your smallest pocket with ease…
DigitalCameraInfo have reviewed the 7.5 megapixel, live preview Olympus E-330 DSLR camera.
“There are some pros using Olympus DSLRs. Acknowledging that Olympus has delivered some unusual and impressive lenses, and that the E-330 is built very tough, the camera still doesn’t generally call to the high-end user, especially considering the speed hit that the preview and dust reduction imposes. Macro specialists? Maybe – Live mode B offers very high magnification for manual focus. It might be that the underwater housing will take great advantage of the live preview, too.”
DigitalCameraInfo have reviewed the 7.5 megapixel, live preview Olympus E-330 DSLR camera. “There are some pros using Olympus DSLRs. Acknowledging that Olympus has delivered some unusual and impressive lenses, and that the E-330 is built very tough, the camera still doesn’t generally call to the high-end user, especially considering the…
CNET have reviewed the new Kodak Easyshare V603 camera, which offer 6.1 megapixels, 3x optical zoom lens, 2.5 inch LCD, and available for $299.95.
“Images from the Kodak EasyShare V603 were generally pleasing, with only a few problems under certain circumstances. For example, while purple fringing was kept under control in most circumstances, it reared its head in very high-contrast situations, such as harshly backlit subjects, and it was very noticeable when it did show up. Under more normal conditions, colors were plenty vivid and convincingly natural.”
Website: CNET - Kodak Easyshare V603 Review
CNET have reviewed the new Kodak Easyshare V603 camera, which offer 6.1 megapixels, 3x optical zoom lens, 2.5 inch LCD, and available for $299.95. “Images from the Kodak EasyShare V603 were generally pleasing, with only a few problems under certain circumstances. For example, while purple fringing was kept under control…
DIWA member Digit.no have just reviewed the new 6 megapixel, 28mm wide-angle lens Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX01.
“My verdict is that the FX01 is an attractive mini camera with many desirable features to make picture-taking easier and more fun, in addition to improving the image quality. The 3,6x Leica lens with 28 mm wide angle and optical stabilizer is crisp and sharp, although it delivers quite severe vignetting at wide angle and a mediocre lens speed of f/5.6 at telephoto. The camera has an appealing and robust design, with a large and bright LCD screen which makes the lack of an optical viewfinder less annoying. With the addition of a few more manual options and RAW file format, the FX01 would be the ultimate second camera for many professionals and demanding amateurs.”
Website: Digit.no - Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX01 Review
DIWA member Digit.no have just reviewed the new 6 megapixel, 28mm wide-angle lens Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX01. “My verdict is that the FX01 is an attractive mini camera with many desirable features to make picture-taking easier and more fun, in addition to improving the image quality. The 3,6x Leica lens with…
DIWA member LetsGoDigital have the first online review of the 5 megapixel Samsung Digimax A503.
“We came to the conclusion that the noise has an average signal/noise ratio. The Samsung Digimax A503 has a limited ISO setting and this prevents the noise ratio from becoming too large. Backlight pictures are fine and the camera has surprisingly few problems with chromatic aberration. The flash function and everything concerning spotlight, as it is called is excellent. The flash program is somewhat limited and you cannot always make manual corrections. The red eye function works reasonably well; a built-in red eye correction in the form of final processing software would be a welcome addition.”
DIWA member LetsGoDigital have the first online review of the 5 megapixel Samsung Digimax A503. “We came to the conclusion that the noise has an average signal/noise ratio. The Samsung Digimax A503 has a limited ISO setting and this prevents the noise ratio from becoming too large. Backlight pictures are…
Norwegian website Akam.no have published their review of the Canon Digital IXUS 800 IS (also known as the SD700 IS ), a 6 megapixel camera with an image stabilized 4x zoom lens (first time on an IXUS camera).
Website: Akam.no - Canon SD700 IS Review
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Norwegian website Akam.no have published their review of the Canon Digital IXUS 800 IS (also known as the SD700 IS ), a 6 megapixel camera with an image stabilized 4x zoom lens (first time on an IXUS camera). Website: Akam.no - Canon SD700 IS Review Website: Read our Canon SD70…
Imaging Resource have reviewed the new Canon PowerShot A540, which offers 6 megapixels, ISO 800, 2.5 inch LCD and a 4x optical zoom lens.
“At the end of the day, the Canon A540 should be a very strong-selling model in the popular PowerShot line, providing not only dead-easy use for beginners (in full-auto mode), but a complete complement of advanced exposure and metering modes for the more experienced shooter. This is a camera that offers novice photographers plenty of capability to grow into, and should make a great choice for families or couples with widely varying levels of photo expertise.”
Imaging Resource have reviewed the new Canon PowerShot A540, which offers 6 megapixels, ISO 800, 2.5 inch LCD and a 4x optical zoom lens. “At the end of the day, the Canon A540 should be a very strong-selling model in the popular PowerShot line, providing not only dead-easy use for…
This week’s Gary’s Parries topics are:
1. What’s A Wife To Do?
2. The Sony DSC-W100 (Will It Go ‘Round In Circles)
3. Blue Ha-Wi-Fi
Introducing this week’s Gary’s Parries column. Everything you always wanted to know about digital cameras, but were afraid to ask. No question too difficult, or too easy. As a Senior Principal Software Engineer, and a former Assistant Professor of Computer Information Systems, as well as a recording studio owner/operator, and now, a digital camera enthusiast, GARY has more digital camera knowledge in his entire brain than most people have in their little finger. In the unlikely event that GARY would not know the answer to your question, he will answer it anyway, true to the spirit of the word “Parries”, a fencing term which, in this context, implies “cleverly evasive answers”. So let your imagination run wild. Email all your nagging digital camera questions to: [email protected], and then, En Garde!
You may also attach to your email an ORIGINAL PHOTO of your choosing. A preview of the photo will be displayed with your question, and a full-sized version will be just a click away. No personal information will be published with your question unless you specifically include it in the text or attached photo of your email, which may be further edited for grammar, content, or other reasons.
This week’s Gary’s Parries topics are: 1. What’s A Wife To Do? 2. The Sony DSC-W100 (Will It Go ‘Round In Circles) 3. Blue Ha-Wi-Fi Introducing this week’s Gary’s Parries column. Everything you always wanted to know about digital cameras, but were afraid to ask. No question too difficult, or…
The website Google Blogoscoped are reporting that the search giant may be about to challenge Flickr, the hugely successful photo-sharing site, by introducing a web album service to its Picasa software. Picasa is currently a desktop-based photo editing software application, but the screenshot on Blogoscoped hints that Google may be trying to grab a slice of the Web 2.0 pie, although the “Picasa Web Albums” link has magically disappeared…
Website: Google Blogoscoped - Google Picasa Web Albums Coming?
Thanks to Sanj for the link.
The website Google Blogoscoped are reporting that the search giant may be about to challenge Flickr, the hugely successful photo-sharing site, by introducing a web album service to its Picasa software. Picasa is currently a desktop-based photo editing software application, but the screenshot on Blogoscoped hints that Google may be…
PQI Press Release
PQI Releases 0.12 in. Thin Credit Card Sized Card Drive(TM) with 16GB Capacity
FREMONT, Calif.—(BUSINESS WIRE)—June 7, 2006—PQI Corporation, a leading manufacturer of digital media solutions, today introduced Card Drive(TM) U510, a state of the art portable storage device with breakthrough in USB technology and innovative design. The drive itself is only 0.12 in. thin credit card sized, holds a maximum capacity of 16GB. Card Drive(TM) uses PQI’s own patented Intelligent Stick technology; it is compatible with USB 2.0/1.1 ports. The Card Drive(TM) with Intelligent Stick retractable connector can be stowed away to retain a credit card format. “For consumers who crave for flash based storage device with large storage capacity and sleek design, Card Drive(TM) is the perfect choice,” said Lindy Chan, Product Manager of USB Drive at PQI. With 16GB capacity, Card Drive(TM) is many times the storage capacity of the largest USB drive available on the market today. Light and durable, its shock proof and low power consumption characteristics outweigh traditional hard drives.
PQI Press Release PQI Releases 0.12 in. Thin Credit Card Sized Card Drive(TM) with 16GB Capacity FREMONT, Calif.—(BUSINESS WIRE)—June 7, 2006—PQI Corporation, a leading manufacturer of digital media solutions, today introduced Card Drive(TM) U510, a state of the art portable storage device with breakthrough in USB technology and innovative design…
Bonusprint Press Release
Bonusprint has launched an online World Cup photo album for football fans to share their pictures of joy and despair, at www.bonusprint.co.uk/worldcup2006 . To enter an image, fans should send their picture to [email protected]. Each week the best photo will be picked and the winner will get the choice of eleven photo mugs, t-shirts or poster prints, bearing the winning image – enough for their own team! The overall winner will be announced on July 13, 2006 and will get their own photo canvas of ‘the ultimate photo to remember the World Cup 2006’ and a crate of beer to share with friends.
Bonusprint Press Release Bonusprint has launched an online World Cup photo album for football fans to share their pictures of joy and despair, at www.bonusprint.co.uk/worldcup2006 . To enter an image, fans should send their picture to [email protected]. Each week the best photo will be picked and the winner will get…
Panasonic Press Release
Panasonic is pleased to announce today that it will launch a 4GB* SDHC (SD High-Capacity) Memory Card based on the new SD Specification Version 2.00. This latest specification was established to meet the growing demand for HD (High Definition) video and high-resolution image recording now used in many SD-enabled devices. Sales of the memory card worldwide are scheduled to begin in August.
Panasonic Press Release Panasonic is pleased to announce today that it will launch a 4GB* SDHC (SD High-Capacity) Memory Card based on the new SD Specification Version 2.00. This latest specification was established to meet the growing demand for HD (High Definition) video and high-resolution image recording now used in…
Panasonic Press Release
Panasonic is pleased to announce today that it will launch a new SD Memory Card lineup compliant with the Class 2 SD Speed Class specification designated by the SD Card Association. Sales of the new lineup are scheduled to begin in August 2006. The SD Speed Class specifications were established to standardize data transfer speeds (Class 2, Class 4, and Class 6, with guaranteed increases in speed from one class to the next), instead of relying on the different standards of individual manufacturers.
Panasonic Press Release Panasonic is pleased to announce today that it will launch a new SD Memory Card lineup compliant with the Class 2 SD Speed Class specification designated by the SD Card Association. Sales of the new lineup are scheduled to begin in August 2006. The SD Speed Class…
Epson UK Press Release
Epson introduces the EMP-S4, a versatile 3LCD video projector that provides office and classroom users with improved brightness and greater performance at an affordable price.
08th June 2006 – Epson’s EMP-S4 projector offers sharp, clear images and outstanding brightness. It features 1800 ANSI lumens, a contrast ratio of 500:1, an A/V mute slide and quick start up/shut down time. The projector also comes with the latest in 3LCD technology, ensuring smooth, natural images and excellent colour reproduction. With a native SVGA resolution and the highest level of brightness is the result of Epson’s Twin Optimise Reflection Lamp (E-TORL) technology - a high performance lens that gathers and projects light efficiently, eliminates light-leakage and minimises light diffraction. This means that the EMP-S4 can be used in the brightest of environments, without compromising image quality.
Epson UK Press Release Epson introduces the EMP-S4, a versatile 3LCD video projector that provides office and classroom users with improved brightness and greater performance at an affordable price. 08th June 2006 – Epson’s EMP-S4 projector offers sharp, clear images and outstanding brightness. It features 1800 ANSI lumens, a contrast…
CNET have reviewed the new Nikon Coolpix P4, which offers a 3.5x optical zoom lens equivalent to 36mm-126mm on a 35mm film camera, vibration reduction, aperture-priority mode and and a 2.5 inch LCD screen.
“This 8-megapixel point-and-shoot digital camera is a nonwireless version of the Nikon Coolpix P3. With the exception of Wi-Fi capabilities, the two cameras are identical in design, image quality, performance, and features.”
Website: CNET - Nikon Coolpix P4 Review
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CNET have reviewed the new Nikon Coolpix P4, which offers a 3.5x optical zoom lens equivalent to 36mm-126mm on a 35mm film camera, vibration reduction, aperture-priority mode and and a 2.5 inch LCD screen. “This 8-megapixel point-and-shoot digital camera is a nonwireless version of the Nikon Coolpix P3. With the…
Nikon UK Press Release
Wednesday June 7, 2006 - Nikon UK is pleased to announce the introduction of two new themed product kits which have been especially tailored to suit the different interests of digital SLR users. Both kits are ideally twinned with the purchase of a Nikon D50 or D70s, Nikon’s award winning digital SLR cameras. For a limited period, photography enthusiasts will be able to purchase these kits complete with all the essential equipment needed for capturing impressive images which have been especially tailored, to meet their individual needs. A family and travel kit has been produced, to enable photographers of all levels to take advantage of having a ready made kit, containing all the essential photographic items.
Nikon UK Press Release Wednesday June 7, 2006 - Nikon UK is pleased to announce the introduction of two new themed product kits which have been especially tailored to suit the different interests of digital SLR users. Both kits are ideally twinned with the purchase of a Nikon D50 or…
Samsung Press Release
To renovate its brand image, Samsung is newly launching the i6PMP Limited Edition Titanium. The Limited Edition Titanium scheduled to be launched at the end of June is a special edition product, combining the Digimax i6PMP released last February with a titanium cover for added value. The titanium cover used for the i6PMP Limited Edition Titanium is scratch resistant and strong against corrosion caused by certain things like salt water; it is one of the best materials that can be used as a camera body. Its unique packaging design and accessories different from the i6PMP also catches the eye of the consumer and makes this limited edition more valuable.
Samsung Press Release To renovate its brand image, Samsung is newly launching the i6PMP Limited Edition Titanium. The Limited Edition Titanium scheduled to be launched at the end of June is a special edition product, combining the Digimax i6PMP released last February with a titanium cover for added value. The…
HP have issued a firmware update for the Photosmart R707 digital camera. Apparently the R707 “can cause certain non-rechargeable batteries, such as the Duracell CP-1, to overheat when the camera is connected to an AC adapter or docking station, posing a fire hazard”. There has been one report of a camera actually catching fire, prompting HP’s action. You can actually fix the issue by downloading a new firmware update (links below).
Website: CSPC - Hewlett-Packard Company Recalls Digital Cameras Due to Fire Hazard, Offers Download Fix
HP have issued a firmware update for the Photosmart R707 digital camera. Apparently the R707 “can cause certain non-rechargeable batteries, such as the Duracell CP-1, to overheat when the camera is connected to an AC adapter or docking station, posing a fire hazard”. There has been one report of a…