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Casio Europe Press Release
Norderstedt, March 2006 - Simple operation and useful functions - that’s what makes the EX-Z60 stand out. The new EX-Z60 black and red is now attracting attention. The colour variations in matt-brushed body are ideal everyday accessories. Additionally, these hand gems also captivate with their useful technical features: 6 Megapixels, a 3x optical zoom, Anti Shake DSP and a 2.5-inch TFT colour display make the small design camera a giant in its class.
Casio Europe Press Release Norderstedt, March 2006 - Simple operation and useful functions - that’s what makes the EX-Z60 stand out. The new EX-Z60 black and red is now attracting attention. The colour variations in matt-brushed body are ideal everyday accessories. Additionally, these hand gems also captivate with their useful…
The NPD Group Press Release
PORT WASHINGTON, N.Y.—March 6, 2006—According to leading consumer and retail information provider The NPD Group, forecasts show the U.S. digital camera market will generate close to $6.8 billion in revenue and sell a record-breaking 29.5 million units in 2006. The digital camera market is expected to increase by eight percent in revenue and 17 percent in units over 2005. The findings come from The NPD Group’s Market Outlook report, driven by a powerful new forecasting methodology that gives companies an unparalleled view of the market’s future behavior. “The NPD Group’s forecasting model is a unique combination of point-of-sale and consumer data, along with econometric modeling and the expertise of our industry analysts,” said Stephen Baker, vice president of industry analysis, The NPD Group. “That combination created a forecast for 2005 that came within two percent of The NPD Group’s actual consumer data for the year.”
The NPD Group Press Release PORT WASHINGTON, N.Y.—March 6, 2006—According to leading consumer and retail information provider The NPD Group, forecasts show the U.S. digital camera market will generate close to $6.8 billion in revenue and sell a record-breaking 29.5 million units in 2006. The digital camera market is expected…
Norwegian website Akam.no have the first online review of the new Sony DSC-H2 ultrazoom camera.
Website: Akam.no - Sony DSC-H2 Review
Norwegian website Akam.no have the first online review of the new Sony DSC-H2 ultrazoom camera. Website: Akam.no - Sony DSC-H2 Review Website: Read our Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H2 Review Latest Prices / User Reviews
Samsung Electronics Press Release
Seoul, Korea March 6 th , 2006 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, a leading provider of mobile phones and telecom systems, is reinforcing its technology leadership by unveiling the world’s first 8GB Hard Disk embedded smartphone (model: i310). Samsung breaks the storage limit in mobile phones by introducing the world’s first mobile phone equipped with a 8GB hard disk drive (model: SGH-i310). With the large storage of 8GB, the i310 will change the way people manage and use the mobile phone. Samsung is the first to adopt a hard disk drive into mobile phones and has launched three models equipped with a hard disk drive; the world’s first 1.5GB HDD embedded phone (model: SPH-V5400), the world’s first 3GB HDD embedded phone (model: SCH-V7900) and the world’s first 3GB HDD Music smartphone (model: SGH-i300).
Samsung Electronics Press Release Seoul, Korea March 6 th , 2006 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, a leading provider of mobile phones and telecom systems, is reinforcing its technology leadership by unveiling the world’s first 8GB Hard Disk embedded smartphone (model: i310). Samsung breaks the storage limit in mobile phones…
Fujifilm UK Press Release
A polar first, and maybe a last. Captured on Fujifilm - Fujifilm memory cards to document a historic journey to the North Pole and beyond
Fujifilm is proud to announce that its CompactFlash cards have been selected for Adventure Ecology’s epic expedition across the ice of the Arctic ocean, from Russia to Canada via the North Pole. Due to the rise in global temperatures, this transcontinental ice route may soon be inaccessible by man, and the images documenting the team’s journey will become our last record of this path. The four-person team, including Britons David de Rothschild and photographer Martin Hartley, departed early March from Cape Arctichesky in Russia and are travelling across the ice towards the North Pole, then on to Canada. The trip will cover 1,240 miles, and, if completed, will be the first time that Britons have made the surface polar crossing from Canada to Russia. Images and reports detailing the expedition’s day-by-day progress can be viewed at: www.adventureecology.com/mission1
Fujifilm UK Press Release A polar first, and maybe a last. Captured on Fujifilm - Fujifilm memory cards to document a historic journey to the North Pole and beyond Fujifilm is proud to announce that its CompactFlash cards have been selected for Adventure Ecology’s epic expedition across the ice of…
Imaging Resource have published their review of the new Fujifilm FinePix E900 Zoom, a 9 megapixel digital camera with a 4x optical zoom lens equivalent to 32-128mm and an ISO range of ISO 80 to ISO 800.
“Equipped with a fully-automatic, point-and-click mode, the Fujifilm FinePix E900 is suitable for neophyte snapshooters. But it also comes with semi-automatic and manual exposure controls, which would appeal to intermediate photographers—those who want control over their photography, but are not ready for the size and cost of a digital SLR. A quick look at shutter lag numbers also reveals a camera that is good at capturing children if you learn to prefocus. It’s also attractive as a travel camera; large enough to take telephoto and wide-angle conversion lenses, but small enough to drop easily in a small bag. It’s use of AA batteries adds to its travel credentials. Experienced photographers will want to review this camera’s features list carefully before buying. While it offers such desirable extras as automatic exposure bracketing and RAW image format, it has almost no color-management and no custom user settings.”
Website: Imaging Resource - Fujifilm FinePix E900 Zoom Review
Imaging Resource have published their review of the new Fujifilm FinePix E900 Zoom, a 9 megapixel digital camera with a 4x optical zoom lens equivalent to 32-128mm and an ISO range of ISO 80 to ISO 800. “Equipped with a fully-automatic, point-and-click mode, the Fujifilm FinePix E900 is suitable for…
DCResource have reviewed the new Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ7 which combines a 12x optical zoom lens with MEGA O.I.S. in a compact body.
“Overall, the image quality on the DMC-FZ7 is very good. Photos were well-exposed, with accurate color, low purple fringing levels, and pleasing sharpness. My one complaint is about noise: there’s a bit too much of it, even at ISO 80. At ISO 200, details started to look more like watercolor paintings, and the effect becomes quite pronounced at higher sensitivities. If you’re shooting at lower ISOs and keeping print sizes at 8.5 x 11 inches or below, the noise should not be an issue. If you’ll be using the high ISO settings, or making large prints, the noise on the FZ7 may be bothersome.”
DCResource have reviewed the new Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ7 which combines a 12x optical zoom lens with MEGA O.I.S. in a compact body. “Overall, the image quality on the DMC-FZ7 is very good. Photos were well-exposed, with accurate color, low purple fringing levels, and pleasing sharpness. My one complaint is about…
DCResource have just reviewed the Canon PowerShot SD430 (also known as the Digital IXUS WIRELESS), which features automatic wireless image transfer, wireless control of camera shooting functions from a PC and ships with a wireless print adapter.
“The Canon PowerShot SD430 Digital ELPH Wireless is an ultra-compact camera with all the features you’d expect from an ultra-compact, plus one more: wireless functionality. In fact, the Wi-Fi feature is the only thing that sets it apart from the other cameras in Canon’s SD-series, and it commands a $100-200 price premium over the other Digital ELPHs. Is it worth it? Well, that depends on your needs. The SD430 looks like a typical Digital ELPH camera, though the antenna on one side of the body breaks the continuity of the design. Like the other SD-series cameras, it’s compact, made mostly of metal, and quite solid. It fits well in the hand, and the important controls are easy to reach. The camera has a standard 3X zoom lens (covering 35 - 105 mm) and a 2.0” LCD display that is easy to see in low light conditions.”
DCResource have just reviewed the Canon PowerShot SD430 (also known as the Digital IXUS WIRELESS), which features automatic wireless image transfer, wireless control of camera shooting functions from a PC and ships with a wireless print adapter. “The Canon PowerShot SD430 Digital ELPH Wireless is an ultra-compact camera with all…
CNET have reviewed the Sony Cyber-shot M2 digital hybrid camera, a 5 megapixel diigtal camera which also offers MPEG-4 movies in a stylish upright design.
“The Sony Cyber Shot DSC-M2 is a jack-of-all-trades and a master of some. Thanks to good image quality and a big, bright LCD that’s usable in sunlight, this hybrid still camera/camcorder update to the DSC-M1 remains a surprisingly good point-and-click 5-megapixel snapshooter—assuming you’re willing to pay a premium for a camera with a 3X zoom, no manual controls, and no bundled memory card.”
Website: CNET - Sony Cyber-shot M2 Review
CNET have reviewed the Sony Cyber-shot M2 digital hybrid camera, a 5 megapixel diigtal camera which also offers MPEG-4 movies in a stylish upright design. “The Sony Cyber Shot DSC-M2 is a jack-of-all-trades and a master of some. Thanks to good image quality and a big, bright LCD that’s usable…
ByteSector have published a review of the 8 megapixel Nikon Coolpix P1 Wi-Fi digital camera.
“The key selling point on this camera is its onboard wireless network capability. It can interface with any 802.11b or g network after a very simple configuration process through a PC. Surprisingly, to configure the camera for network access, you will first be required to connect it to a computer using the USB cable. I’d have preferred to be able to configure the camera entirely through its user interface, but unfortunately, that isn’t possible.”
Website: ByteSector - Nikon Coolpix P1 Review
ByteSector have published a review of the 8 megapixel Nikon Coolpix P1 Wi-Fi digital camera. “The key selling point on this camera is its onboard wireless network capability. It can interface with any 802.11b or g network after a very simple configuration process through a PC. Surprisingly, to configure the…
DIWA member LetsGoDigital have reviewed the new 5 megapixel Canon PowerShot A610 digital camera.
“The Canon A610 also guarantees quality. Every single image was excellently exposed with rich detail. Colour reproduction is strongly saturated but still shows a natural shade. Auto white balance does a good job generally with the exception of the exuberantly present light balance. The optical quality is fine and there’s no need for any comments. The signal noise ratio of the A610 is fine and doesn’t hold any negative surprises. The images are really appealing. The same goes for the operation of the camera. Well thought-out and straightforward with of course the luxury of a tilting LCD monitor.”
DIWA member LetsGoDigital have reviewed the new 5 megapixel Canon PowerShot A610 digital camera. “The Canon A610 also guarantees quality. Every single image was excellently exposed with rich detail. Colour reproduction is strongly saturated but still shows a natural shade. Auto white balance does a good job generally with the…
Photo-i.co.uk have started an interactive review of the brand new Epson Perfection V700 Photo scanner which was announced at PMA last week.
“It seems like this is becoming an annual event, a year ago I reviewed the Epson 4990 scanner, the year before it was the 4870. Both scanners produced high quality scans that were close, if not better than most dedicated film scanners. Most photographers are now shooting digitally, so film scanning is not a high priority. Having said that, there are many photographers who still want to convert their slide and film collections into digital files. High end film scanners are now rare items so flatbed scanners would seem to be the most logical and affordable choice. Lets take a close look at the Epson Perfection V700 Photo scanner.”
Website: Photo-i.co.uk - Epson Perfection V700 Photo Scanner Review
Photo-i.co.uk have started an interactive review of the brand new Epson Perfection V700 Photo scanner which was announced at PMA last week. “It seems like this is becoming an annual event, a year ago I reviewed the Epson 4990 scanner, the year before it was the 4870. Both scanners produced…
DIWA member Steves Digicams have reviewed the Sony Cyber-shot M2 digital hybrid camera, a 5 megapixel diigtal camera which also offers MPEG-4 movies in a stylish upright design.
“Sony equipped the M2 with a high-quality Carl Zeiss 3x zoom lens. It offers a fairly standard zoom range of 38-114mm in 35mm-equivalence, providing a moderately-wide field of view for interiors and outdoor scenics and enough telephoto magnification to bring your distant subjects noticeably closer. The lens produced sharp results from corner to corner throughout its zoom range, with moderate amounts of barrel distortion at wide angle and pin cushioning at telephoto. Chromatic aberrations were well controlled, with nearly imperceptible purple fringing present even in very high contrast areas.”
DIWA member Steves Digicams have reviewed the Sony Cyber-shot M2 digital hybrid camera, a 5 megapixel diigtal camera which also offers MPEG-4 movies in a stylish upright design. “Sony equipped the M2 with a high-quality Carl Zeiss 3x zoom lens. It offers a fairly standard zoom range of 38-114mm in…
Sony Europe Press Release
Paris, 7 March 2006 - Sony Europe’s Recording Media & Energy (RME) division today announced that its first Blu-ray Disc media will ship in Europe in March 2006. Single-layer BD-RE (Blu-ray Disc Rewritable) media will be available in store from mid March and single-layer write-once BD-R (Blu-ray Disc Recordable) media will be available from April. Sony is also set to launch dual layer discs later this year. The single-layer Blu-ray Disc Recordable (BNR25A) and Blu-ray Disc Rewritable (BNE25A) media offer a storage capacity of 25GB, more than five times that of a normal DVD and enough for approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes of video at a bit rate of 24Mbps, or 10 hours and 30 minutes at 5Mbps.1 The new generation media support 2X speed which equates to a data transfer rate of 72 Mbps (9 MB/s), making the discs suitable for video recording as well as data storage and file backup. In addition, Sony’s Blu-ray Disc media will feature its unique AccuCORE™ technology as standard, ensuring reliable data recording, increased disc protection and enhanced durability.
Sony Europe Press Release Paris, 7 March 2006 - Sony Europe’s Recording Media & Energy (RME) division today announced that its first Blu-ray Disc media will ship in Europe in March 2006. Single-layer BD-RE (Blu-ray Disc Rewritable) media will be available in store from mid March and single-layer write-once BD-R…
Lastolite Press Release
RayD8 – An affordable lighting system that provides quality results! Award winning manufacturer Lastolite has launched RayD8, an entry-level studio lighting system for product and portrait photography.
The kit contains:
• 2 x light heads
• 2 x reflectors
• 2 x 500w P2/l lamps
• 2 x 4 section stands (min height 86cm (34in), max height 297cm (117in)
• 2 x 80cm white Lastolite reflective professional PVC umbrellas
Lastolite Press Release RayD8 – An affordable lighting system that provides quality results! Award winning manufacturer Lastolite has launched RayD8, an entry-level studio lighting system for product and portrait photography. The kit contains: • 2 x light heads • 2 x reflectors • 2 x 500w P2/l lamps • …
PhotoSharks Press Release
Ready for a challenge? PhotoSharks, the newest photo challenge over internet, invites you, starting with the 2nd of March 2006, to a great series of photo challenges. Beginning in Leverkusen, Germany, and spreading all over the world, the project provokes you to share your personal most interesting photos with people worldwide, proving you abilities and creativity. We are interested in your own interpretation of the world and its aspects in different situations, as well as your ability to catch it in a photo-frame.
PhotoSharks Press Release Ready for a challenge? PhotoSharks, the newest photo challenge over internet, invites you, starting with the 2nd of March 2006, to a great series of photo challenges. Beginning in Leverkusen, Germany, and spreading all over the world, the project provokes you to share your personal most interesting…
Gitzo Press Release
Gitzo Introduces Traveler Monopod Featuring Breakthrough 6X Carbon Fiber Technology - Light and compact tripod composed of new, 30% lighter 6X carbon fiber and offers strength, stability and high performance.
February 28, 2006—When it comes to traveling with photographic equipment, one thing is true for all photographers on the move – size matters. Gitzo, revered throughout the world for its precision, quality and innovation in bringing new products to market for both the professional photo and video markets, is proud to announce the Traveler GM2560T 6X Monopod. The lightest and most compact carbon fiber monopod Gitzo has on the market, the Traveler, when completely folded, stands at a diminutive 14.3 inches, weighs less than one pound and fits in any case. At 56.1 inches when fully extended, the Traveler rises as tall as most standard Gitzo monopods. This Traveler monopod also incorporates Gitzo’s revolutionary 6X technology tube, which reduces overall monopods weight up to 25% percent without sacrificing strength or stability.
Gitzo Press Release Gitzo Introduces Traveler Monopod Featuring Breakthrough 6X Carbon Fiber Technology - Light and compact tripod composed of new, 30% lighter 6X carbon fiber and offers strength, stability and high performance. February 28, 2006—When it comes to traveling with photographic equipment, one thing is true for all photographers…
Gitzo Press Release
Gitzo Introduces Mountaineer Tripod Featuring Breakthrough 6X Carbon Fiber Technology - New 6X carbon fiber is 30% lighter without sacrificing strength or stability.
February 28, 2006—Gitzo, revered throughout the world for its precision, quality and innovation in bringing new products to market for both the professional photo and video markets, is proud to announce the Mountaineer GT2540L 2 Series 6X Long Tripod. The new tripod is an extension of the popular Mountaineer line as well as part of a new line of carbon fiber tripods incorporating a revolutionary design process that reduces overall weight up to 17 percent without sacrificing strength or stability. Available in a four leg section configuration and with a maximum capacity of 17.65 lbs, the new Mountaineer rapid column tripod introduces a new concept of “Eye Level” height tripods. According to this concept, tripods can hold the equipment up to eye level without extending the center column. Photographers and birders no longer need to compromise between tripod performance and use comfort. The taller GT2540L reaches maximum heights of 58.85 and 67.7 in (with fully extended central column) and folds to 24 in for travel.
Gitzo Press Release Gitzo Introduces Mountaineer Tripod Featuring Breakthrough 6X Carbon Fiber Technology - New 6X carbon fiber is 30% lighter without sacrificing strength or stability. February 28, 2006—Gitzo, revered throughout the world for its precision, quality and innovation in bringing new products to market for both the professional photo…
Lyra Research Press Release
Lyra’s Hard Copy Supplies Journal Launches Free Research Site with News & Info on Ink Jet, Toner, Paper, Imaging Supplies
Newton, MA, March 1, 2006—Lyra Research’s The Hard Copy Supplies Journal, the digital imaging supplies industry’s most insightful monthly newsletter, has launched a free online supplement, http://www.HardCopySuppliesJournal.com. Now, marketing and product managers can search an extensive online database for product specifications and press releases on new printers and related digital imaging supplies such as ink jet and toner cartridges, bulk ink and toner, photo and specialty papers, and other marking materials and media. Commenting on the free supplemental Web site, Charles Brewer, managing editor of The Hard Copy Supplies Journal, says, “Through the Journal’s ongoing coverage of the industry, we have compiled a far-reaching library of imaging supplies news and product information. It made perfect sense to align this comprehensive archive with the convenience of Web-based access and powerful search functionality. There really is nothing else like it on the Web, and we are pleased to make this valuable free research tool available online to the digital imaging community.”
Lyra Research Press Release Lyra’s Hard Copy Supplies Journal Launches Free Research Site with News & Info on Ink Jet, Toner, Paper, Imaging Supplies Newton, MA, March 1, 2006—Lyra Research’s The Hard Copy Supplies Journal, the digital imaging supplies industry’s most insightful monthly newsletter, has launched a free online supplement…
Colour Confidence Press Release
Birmingham UK, 27th February, 2006 - Colour Confidence, the leading independent colour management specialists, today launched the newest section of their website - the ‘Monitor Showroom’.
The ‘Monitor Showroom’ will showcase monitors from Eizo, LaCie and NEC. These monitors have been selected to feature in the new section due to their high standard of colour quality and value for money. The range provides customers with a comprehensive choice in terms of price and colour accuracy. A selection of these monitors will be on show at Stand E40 Focus On Imaging, 26th February ? 1st March, NEC, Birmingham. To visit the monitor showroom, go to www.colourconfidence.com/showroom
Colour Confidence Press Release Birmingham UK, 27th February, 2006 - Colour Confidence, the leading independent colour management specialists, today launched the newest section of their website - the ‘Monitor Showroom’. The ‘Monitor Showroom’ will showcase monitors from Eizo, LaCie and NEC. These monitors have been selected to feature in the…