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DigiCamReview have reviewed the Olympus FE-120, a 6 megapixel camera with 3x zoom lens and 1.8 inch LCD screen.
“The camera is very easy to use. The controls on the back of the camera are very easy to use. The camera is fairly compact and pocketable in baggy trouser pockets. The menus are easy to use, and the options are easy enough to see clearly. The modes are easy to access, quick and simple - there’s a fully automatic mode as well as lots of scene modes for simple point and shoot operation. The camera is an excellent example of a point and shoot camera, with very little in the way of more advanced controls, it would be very easy to use for beginners making good photos atainable every time.”
DigiCamReview have reviewed the Olympus FE-120, a 6 megapixel camera with 3x zoom lens and 1.8 inch LCD screen. “The camera is very easy to use. The controls on the back of the camera are very easy to use. The camera is fairly compact and pocketable in baggy trouser pockets…
BitShelter Press Release
PhotoShelter Integrates PayPal Payment Processing to Allow Photographers to Sell Directly from Their Online Image Archives
NEW YORK—(BUSINESS WIRE)—Nov. 28, 2005—Digital storage platform provider BitShelter LLC today announced the immediate availability of PayPal payment processing within PhotoShelter (www.PhotoShelter.com), their online image archiving service and marketplace.
The integration of PayPal payment processing adds an additional secure e-commerce payment gateway option for their subscribers.
“Making it easy for photographers to collect money from their clients is important,” says Grover Sanschagrin, VP of Sales & Marketing for PhotoShelter. “PayPal is an excellent, trusted, easy-to-use solution for those who don’t wish to use a standard credit card merchant account.”
BitShelter Press Release PhotoShelter Integrates PayPal Payment Processing to Allow Photographers to Sell Directly from Their Online Image Archives NEW YORK—(BUSINESS WIRE)—Nov. 28, 2005—Digital storage platform provider BitShelter LLC today announced the immediate availability of PayPal payment processing within PhotoShelter (www.PhotoShelter.com), their online image archiving service and marketplace. The integration…
Canon UK Press Release
Go PIXMAD! A great Christmas offer from Canon
Free Canon glossy photo paper worth over £30/€40 with Canon’s PIXMA MP450 or PIXMA iP5200
Anyone buying a Canon PIXMA MP450 multifuntional or iP5200 printer in December 2005 or January 2006 can GO PIXMAD with over £30/€40 worth of free Canon glossy photo paper. With Canon’s photographic paper in these, or any other Canon PIXMA printers and multifunctionals it’s easy to produce great looking, lab-quality photos that can last a lifetime. To claim their free glossy photo paper, customers can pick up a leaflet in store (or download it from www.canon.co.uk/gopixmad), complete the voucher and return with original proof of purchase (being sure to take a copy). Canon will then post the paper pack directly to them.
Canon UK Press Release Go PIXMAD! A great Christmas offer from Canon Free Canon glossy photo paper worth over £30/€40 with Canon’s PIXMA MP450 or PIXMA iP5200 Anyone buying a Canon PIXMA MP450 multifuntional or iP5200 printer in December 2005 or January 2006 can GO PIXMAD with over £30/€40 worth…
Canon UK Press Release
Free battery pack and the freedom to print anywhere with Canon SELPHY printers
Anyone who buys a Canon SELPHY CP710 or CP510 compact photo printer in December will be free to roam with their photography thanks to Canon’s Set your SELPHY free promotion. Throughout December , Canon is giving away a portable battery pack worth £50 free with every SELPHY CP710 or CP510 purchased; making it even easier to have fun with photography. To claim their free battery pack, customers can pick up a leaflet in store, complete the voucher and return with original proof of purchase (being sure to take a copy). Canon will then post the free battery pack directly to them.
Canon UK Press Release Free battery pack and the freedom to print anywhere with Canon SELPHY printers Anyone who buys a Canon SELPHY CP710 or CP510 compact photo printer in December will be free to roam with their photography thanks to Canon’s Set your SELPHY free promotion. Throughout December …
O’Reilly Press Release
Take, Edit, and Create Perfect Digital Photos O’Reilly Introduces “Photoshop Elements 4 One-on-One”
Sebastopol, CA—The quality and features in today’s digital cameras are inspiring consumers to become more creative with their photography and photo editing. Trying to achieve the envisioned result can be a frustrating experience—especially when the software and manual are not up to the task. Photoshop Elements 4—the most popular image editing application for Windows-based PCs—will multiply your options, and using “Photoshop Elements 4 One-on-One” (McClelland, O’Reilly, $34.95 US) will turn the learning curve into a speedway. Digital photographers—amateur and experienced alike—will easily and quickly learn to edit and produce shots with extraordinary results.
O’Reilly Press Release Take, Edit, and Create Perfect Digital Photos O’Reilly Introduces “Photoshop Elements 4 One-on-One” Sebastopol, CA—The quality and features in today’s digital cameras are inspiring consumers to become more creative with their photography and photo editing. Trying to achieve the envisioned result can be a frustrating experience—especially when…
Unipart Press Release
Renowned photographer, Patrick Lichfield, photographed 17 years of the world-famous Unipart calendars and was working on his favourite selection of images before his sudden death in November.
In his own words, the idea was to produce “a best of the Unipart Calendars.” After consulting his family, Unipart has agreed to honour his memory by producing a limited edition, 2006 calendar, featuring the Lichfield Selection. This unique calendar will be made directly available to the public.
The last Lichfield Unipart Calendar will be sold to raise funds for two charities, Acorns and automotive industry charity - BEN. Lord Lichfield was the founding patron of Acorns, a Midlands-based charity which supports three children’s hospices as well as providing home-based services. He remained a committed patron and supporter until his death.
Unipart Press Release Renowned photographer, Patrick Lichfield, photographed 17 years of the world-famous Unipart calendars and was working on his favourite selection of images before his sudden death in November. In his own words, the idea was to produce “a best of the Unipart Calendars.” After consulting his family, Unipart…
InterVideo Press Release
Comprehensive 3-Step DVD Software with Advanced DVD Copying Capabilities and Enhanced Customisation Features.
Northampton UK, November 2005—InterVideo®, Inc. (NASDAQ: IVII) announced InterVideo DVD Copy™ 4, the latest release of its award-winning, three-step software for making high-quality copies of unencrypted* CDs, DVDs, video, music, photo and data files. Consistently rated as one of the easiest and most comprehensive copy and DVD burning applications, DVD Copy enables consumers to meet all of their video duplication, conversion and reproduction needs with a single solution. With the new version, InterVideo adds “most-wanted” features such as automated Internet file copy support, support for handheld and gaming devices and support for the new DivX® Media Format features introduced with DivX 6.
InterVideo Press Release Comprehensive 3-Step DVD Software with Advanced DVD Copying Capabilities and Enhanced Customisation Features. Northampton UK, November 2005—InterVideo®, Inc. (NASDAQ: IVII) announced InterVideo DVD Copy™ 4, the latest release of its award-winning, three-step software for making high-quality copies of unencrypted* CDs, DVDs, video, music, photo and data files…
Iomega Press Release
New Iomega Desktop Hard Drive XL Series Offers Massive Capacity for Your Digital Photos, Music, Video, Work Files and Other Data Intensive Projects
Triple-Interface, One-Terabyte External Drive Delivers Powerful, High-Performance Storage Solution for Today’s Small Business and Digital Home
SAN DIEGO, Nov. 28 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/—Iomega Corporation (NYSE:IOM) , a global leader in data storage celebrating 25 years of business, today announced the Iomega(R) Desktop Hard Drive XL Series, a compact four-drive enclosure with 1 terabyte (TB) of capacity*. Designed for creative services professionals and others who require the fastest editing speeds possible in today’s small office and tech-savvy home office, the Iomega XL Series 1TB drive delivers advanced capacity and performance and includes Dantz(R) Retrospect(TM) Express software for a complete data backup and disaster recovery solution.
Iomega Press Release New Iomega Desktop Hard Drive XL Series Offers Massive Capacity for Your Digital Photos, Music, Video, Work Files and Other Data Intensive Projects Triple-Interface, One-Terabyte External Drive Delivers Powerful, High-Performance Storage Solution for Today’s Small Business and Digital Home SAN DIEGO, Nov. 28 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/—Iomega Corporation (NYSE:IOM) …
Two Pilots Press Release
Two Pilots has released Beauty Pilot, a Windows application that allows you to conceal skin imperfections on a photo and bring out the beauty in women’s digital portraits.
What is beauty? It is doubted whether anyone can put into words what beauty is. As Oscar Wilde said, “Beauty is a form of genius - is higher, indeed, than genius, as it needs no explanation”. Do you agree? If so, you will probably like a beauty program created by Two Pilots. This sophisticated software is so easy to use that it needs no explanation regarding its user interface. Only a gentle touch is required to erase skin imperfections on a photo: moles, warts, pimples, heat-spots, and more. Beauty Pilot shows you at your very best.
With this program, you can easily complete the most delicate retouching task. Run the demo examples from the Demonstration menu to see exactly how the program works.
Two Pilots Press Release Two Pilots has released Beauty Pilot, a Windows application that allows you to conceal skin imperfections on a photo and bring out the beauty in women’s digital portraits. What is beauty? It is doubted whether anyone can put into words what beauty is. As Oscar Wilde…
Agilent Technologies Press Release
Agilent Technologies Announces Innovative Image Pipe for Camera Phones; Processor Enables Digital-Camera-Like Image Quality for Cell-Phone Cameras in All Lighting Conditions
PALO ALTO, Calif.—(BUSINESS WIRE)—Nov. 28, 2005—Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE:A) today announced an innovative image pipe processor that allows mobile phone and computing devices to take lifelike, rich color photos in all lighting conditions. The image pipe is integrated in Agilent’s new family of system-on-chip (SOC) sensors, which feature the enhanced-performance (EP) pixel architecture.
What sets Agilent’s image pipe apart from existing image signal processors (ISPs) is the degree of built-in processing intelligence and adaptability to lighting conditions, which results in exceptional image quality. The image pipe accommodates a wide range of lighting conditions, from indoor to sunlight to fluorescent, and can enhance overexposed or underexposed images.
Agilent Technologies Press Release Agilent Technologies Announces Innovative Image Pipe for Camera Phones; Processor Enables Digital-Camera-Like Image Quality for Cell-Phone Cameras in All Lighting Conditions PALO ALTO, Calif.—(BUSINESS WIRE)—Nov. 28, 2005—Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE:A) today announced an innovative image pipe processor that allows mobile phone and computing devices to take…
DIWA member Steves Digicams have reviewed the Canon PowerShot S80, an 8 megapixel update of the S70 which offers a 28-100mm f/2.8-5.3 lens, 2.5 inch LCD screen and Canon’s advanced image processor, DIGIC II.
“The Canon PowerShot S80 is the successor to the Powershot S70 that we reviewed in 2004. It offers a marginal improvement in resolution (8-megapixels versus 7.1), while retaining the versatile 28-100mm optical zoom lens. Canon also improved the camera’s buffering, offering an unlimited shooting depth during rapid or continuous operation. Like the S70, it is an enthusiast’s camera, offering complete exposure control and manual focus, while its automatic and scene modes will allow the beginner to obtain good results without any fuss. But unlike the S70, RAW shooting mode is not a feature of the S80.”
DIWA member Steves Digicams have reviewed the Canon PowerShot S80, an 8 megapixel update of the S70 which offers a 28-100mm f/2.8-5.3 lens, 2.5 inch LCD screen and Canon’s advanced image processor, DIGIC II. “The Canon PowerShot S80 is the successor to the Powershot S70 that we reviewed in 2004…
DIWA member Steves Digicams have just reviewed the Panasonic DMC-FZ30. This is an 8 megapixel compact digital camera with a 12x Leica optical zoom lens equivalent to 35-420mm, optical image stabilizer, addition of a manual zoom ring and rotating LCD screen with 235,000 pixels.
“Shooting performance was very impressive. Power up to first image captured measured just 1.3 seconds. The all important shutter lag (time between depressing the shutter release to actually capturing the image) measured less than 1/10 of a second when pre-focused and only 3/10 of a second including autofocus. In single frame mode, the shot to shot delay averaged only 1.3 seconds without using the flash, and 1.7 - 3 seconds with the flash, depending on subject distance. When using TIFF mode, it slows down to about 4 seconds between frames, while RAW mode measured about 3.6 seconds.”
DIWA member Steves Digicams have just reviewed the Panasonic DMC-FZ30. This is an 8 megapixel compact digital camera with a 12x Leica optical zoom lens equivalent to 35-420mm, optical image stabilizer, addition of a manual zoom ring and rotating LCD screen with 235,000 pixels. “Shooting performance was very impressive. Power…
DCResource have reviewed the Canon PowerShot S80, an 8 megapixel update of the S70 which offers a 28-100mm f/2.8-5.3 lens, 2.5 inch LCD screen and Canon’s advanced image processor, DIGIC II.
“The Canon PowerShot S80 ($549) is a fairly compact 8 Megapixel camera whose biggest features include a wide 28 - 100 mm lens and large 2.5” LCD. The S80 is the descendent of the PowerShot S60 and S70, which had a similar design. The S80 shares many of the same features as those cameras, including full manual controls, an AF-assist lamp, support for conversion lenses, and a VGA movie mode (though it’s much improved on the S80). While the old S60 and S70 used CompactFlash memory, the new S80 uses Secure Digital (as do all of Canon’s 2005 PowerShots). One thing that didn’t make it to the S80 is support for the RAW image format.”
DCResource have reviewed the Canon PowerShot S80, an 8 megapixel update of the S70 which offers a 28-100mm f/2.8-5.3 lens, 2.5 inch LCD screen and Canon’s advanced image processor, DIGIC II. “The Canon PowerShot S80 ($549) is a fairly compact 8 Megapixel camera whose biggest features include a wide 2…
TrustedReviews have published their review of the Canon IXUS 750 digital camera (also known as the Canon PowerShot SD550), which has 7.1 megapixels, 2.5 inch LCD screen and 3x optical zoom lens.
“As I mentioned previously, Canon’s IXUS cameras have a good reputation for picture quality. The IXUS 750 does nothing to tarnish this glowing record. With a 7.1 megapixel sensor, a very high quality lens and Canon’s outstanding DIGIC II processing engine it produces superb results, with tons of rich sharp detail, superb colour rendition and perfect exposure in virtually all conditions. Although best suited for flash-lit indoor social photography, the IXUS 750 is also quite capable of turning in fantastic outdoor snapshots. The excellent Canon 3x optical zoom, 7.7-23.1mm (37 - 111mm equiv.) F2.8-4.9 lens produces barely a trace of corner blurring, although it does show some barrel distortion at the widest setting. Noise control is very good at lower ISO setting, although things do get a bit loud at 400 ISO.”
Website: TrustedReviews - Canon IXUS 750 Review
TrustedReviews have published their review of the Canon IXUS 750 digital camera (also known as the Canon PowerShot SD550), which has 7.1 megapixels, 2.5 inch LCD screen and 3x optical zoom lens. “As I mentioned previously, Canon’s IXUS cameras have a good reputation for picture quality. The IXUS 750 does…
CNET have reviewed the Panasonic DMC-FX9, a 6 megapixel compact digital camera with optical image stabilizer, 3x Leica lens and 2.5-inch LCD screen with 207,000 pixels.
“The 6-megapixel Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX9, available in either all-silver metal or silver metal with black accents, is a slim, beautifully built pocket camera that weighs just 5.3 ounces with battery and SD card and boasts Panasonic’s Mega OIS optical image stabilization. Usually reserved for cameras with long zooms—the FX9’s is only 3X, with a 35mm-film equivalent range of just 35mm to 105mm—the stabilization allows you to capture sharp images at slow shutter speeds without a tripod or flash. The camera is also a snappy performer speedwise, but photographers with a critical eye will pause at the less than stellar photo quality.”
Website: CNET - Panasonic DMC-FX9 Review
CNET have reviewed the Panasonic DMC-FX9, a 6 megapixel compact digital camera with optical image stabilizer, 3x Leica lens and 2.5-inch LCD screen with 207,000 pixels. “The 6-megapixel Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX9, available in either all-silver metal or silver metal with black accents, is a slim, beautifully built pocket camera that…
DIWA member and Norwegian website Digit.no have reviewed the new Samsung Pro815, an 8 megapixel digital camera with a massive 15x optical zoom lens and a 3.5” LCD screen.
Website: Digit.no - Samsung Pro815 Review
DIWA member and Norwegian website Digit.no have reviewed the new Samsung Pro815, an 8 megapixel digital camera with a massive 15x optical zoom lens and a 3.5” LCD screen. Website: Digit.no - Samsung Pro815 Review Latest Prices / User Reviews
DPReview have reviewed the Canon PowerShot A620, which features a 7.1 megapixel sensor, 2 inch LCD screen and 4x optical zoom lens equivalent to 35–140 mm focal length.
“Not only does it boast a much better sensor, but the use of the latest DIGIC II processor means it’s a lot, lot faster in operation too. There is very little here to suggest a ‘budget’ model at all; image quality is excellent, it’s very well built, it handles well and it has a real wealth of photographic features that make it suitable for everyone from the absolute beginner to the more experienced photographer wanting lots of control over the picture taking process.”
Website: DPReview - Canon PowerShot A620 Review
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DPReview have reviewed the Canon PowerShot A620, which features a 7.1 megapixel sensor, 2 inch LCD screen and 4x optical zoom lens equivalent to 35–140 mm focal length. “Not only does it boast a much better sensor, but the use of the latest DIGIC II processor means it’s a lot…
Imaging Resource have reviewed the Canon PowerShot S80, an 8 megapixel update of the S70 which offers a 28-100mm f/2.8-5.3 lens, 2.5 inch LCD screen and Canon’s advanced image processor, DIGIC II.
“Canon’s PowerShot S80, the flagship of its top-of-the-line S-Series PowerShots, updates last year’s S70 model with more features in a smaller package. Compact design and superior handling, the hallmarks of the S-Series, are just Canon’s way of saying “no compromise.” The S80 does that with a larger sensor, a speedy DIGIC II processor, a generous 2.5-inch LCD, 21 shooting modes and a very slick EOS-style Multi Control dial in a body Canon claims is eight percent smaller than its predecessor. And it brings a little more to the party with a 30 fps VGA or XGA Movie mode, too. Overall, one of the more appealing subcompact digicams we’ve seen.”
Imaging Resource have reviewed the Canon PowerShot S80, an 8 megapixel update of the S70 which offers a 28-100mm f/2.8-5.3 lens, 2.5 inch LCD screen and Canon’s advanced image processor, DIGIC II. “Canon’s PowerShot S80, the flagship of its top-of-the-line S-Series PowerShots, updates last year’s S70 model with more features…
Spanish website Quesabesde have reviewed the new Samsung Pro815, an 8 megapixel digital camera with a massive 15x optical zoom lens and a 3.5” LCD screen.
Website: Quesabesde - Samsung Pro815 Review
Spanish website Quesabesde have reviewed the new Samsung Pro815, an 8 megapixel digital camera with a massive 15x optical zoom lens and a 3.5” LCD screen. Website: Quesabesde - Samsung Pro815 Review Latest Prices / User Reviews
Casio have introduced blue and red versions of the Casio EX-Z500, a 5 megapixel digital camera with a 3x optical zoom lens and 2.7 inch LCD screen. Anti Shake DSP technology reduces blurring caused either by shaking hands or moving subjects. The EX-Z500 has the longest battery life of any Casio camera, with up to 500 shots on a single battery charge.
Casio have introduced blue and red versions of the Casio EX-Z500, a 5 megapixel digital camera with a 3x optical zoom lens and 2.7 inch LCD screen. Anti Shake DSP technology reduces blurring caused either by shaking hands or moving subjects. The EX-Z500 has the longest battery life of any…