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DIWA member and German website digitalkamera.de have reviewed the Panasonic DMC-LX1, an 8.4 megapixel digital camera with a 4x Leica optical zoom lens equivalent to 28-112mm, optical image stabilizer and a 2.5 inch LCD screen.
Website: digitalkamera.de - Panasonic DMC-LX1 Review
DIWA member and German website digitalkamera.de have reviewed the Panasonic DMC-LX1, an 8.4 megapixel digital camera with a 4x Leica optical zoom lens equivalent to 28-112mm, optical image stabilizer and a 2.5 inch LCD screen. Website: digitalkamera.de - Panasonic DMC-LX1 Review Website: Read my Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX1 Review Latest Prices…
CNET have reviewed the Sanyo Xacti E6, a 6 megapixel digital camera with a 3x optical zoom lens that is equivalent to 38-114mm.
“Sanyo, which produces many of the snapshot digital cameras you see marketed under other brand names, is stepping up its efforts to gain some brand recognition of its own. Given that the company’s name is hardly synonymous with high quality, we started off with low expectations for the company’s Xacti VPC-E6, a 6-megapixel, 3X-zoom ultracompact. We were pleasantly surprised to find it a decent—albeit a little pricey—snapshot camera with an eye-catching 3-inch LCD, a graphical user interface, and reasonable image quality. Only the performance disappointed.”
Website: CNET - Sanyo Xacti E6 Review
CNET have reviewed the Sanyo Xacti E6, a 6 megapixel digital camera with a 3x optical zoom lens that is equivalent to 38-114mm. “Sanyo, which produces many of the snapshot digital cameras you see marketed under other brand names, is stepping up its efforts to gain some brand recognition of…
DCResource have just reviewed the new Sony Cyber-shot DSC-R1, a 10.3 megapixel compact camera with an APS-C sized sensor that allows for a “live” preview.
“The photo quality, as I’ve said, is stellar. I have a lot of cameras here in my office, and the R1 was what I always grabbed when I had a challenging shot to take. The camera’s high ISO performance approaches that of the best consumer-level D-SLRs, and it blows away fixed-lens cameras. At low ISO sensitivities photos are clear as glass, and purple fringing levels are low. The camera doesn’t apply too much sharpening to photos at the default settings, so you may want to bump that up if it bothers you.”
DCResource have just reviewed the new Sony Cyber-shot DSC-R1, a 10.3 megapixel compact camera with an APS-C sized sensor that allows for a “live” preview. “The photo quality, as I’ve said, is stellar. I have a lot of cameras here in my office, and the R1 was what I always…
Luminous Landscape have just reviewed the new Sony Cyber-shot DSC-R1, a 10.3 megapixel compact camera with an APS-C sized sensor that allows for a “live” preview.
“I am very ambivalent about the Sony R1. With its large and high resolution sensor, excellent lens, and first rate build quality for under US $1,000 it offers photographers a combination of features and abilities that in a DSLR would cost 2-3X as much to implement. But, it still is a digicam – or FLD, and therefore lacks some of the features that DSLR users take for granted, such as fast frame rates and snappy autofocus. In exchange the R1 offers a waist level finder, a real-time histogram, and totally silent operation – features that no DSLR can provide.”
Luminous Landscape have just reviewed the new Sony Cyber-shot DSC-R1, a 10.3 megapixel compact camera with an APS-C sized sensor that allows for a “live” preview. “I am very ambivalent about the Sony R1. With its large and high resolution sensor, excellent lens, and first rate build quality for under…
Popular Photography have reviewed Adobe Photoshop Elements 4.
“Photoshop Elements 4.0 ($90 download, $100 box) is the latest iteration of Adobe’s photo-editing software for everyone. Version 3.0 was a giant leap forward—the program went from a pared-down Photoshop to a redesigned program in its own right. Photoshop Album, formerly separate software, merged with Elements to make the editor-organizer a super deal. Number 4 is not radically different from its predecessor, but there are a bunch of fun and useful new features that make it worth an upgrade.”
Website: Popular Photography - Adobe Photoshop Elements 4 Review
Popular Photography have reviewed Adobe Photoshop Elements 4. “Photoshop Elements 4.0 ($90 download, $100 box) is the latest iteration of Adobe’s photo-editing software for everyone. Version 3.0 was a giant leap forward—the program went from a pared-down Photoshop to a redesigned program in its own right. Photoshop Album, formerly separate…
Northlight Images have reviewed DxO Optics Pro v3.5.
“If you’ve just read some of my gripes, you may wonder why I choose to use DxO Optics Pro? One simple reason - image quality. The speed means that I’m unlikely to use it converting 300+ raw files from an event that I might have covered. Whilst it works on JPEGs from a camera as well, I always shoot RAW (some of my reasons). For individual images, where quality comes foremost, it is currently my raw converter of choice. With raw files from my 1Ds it handles partially burnt out highlights in a much more graceful way than Photoshop ACR. Much better for sunsets, and since I know that others have questioned the validity of this conclusion, I’d just say ‘Try it and see for yourself’ :-) I’ve used it extensively for my black and white landscape prints, where the ‘lighting engine’ helps provide colour images that convert very well to black and white.”
Northlight Images have reviewed DxO Optics Pro v3.5. “If you’ve just read some of my gripes, you may wonder why I choose to use DxO Optics Pro? One simple reason - image quality. The speed means that I’m unlikely to use it converting 300+ raw files from an event that…
DIWA Press Release
Fujifilm has established a successful tradition in developing digital cameras with long zoom lenses. The FinePix S9500 is their current flagship, featuring a 9 Mp high sensitivity Super CCD HR image sensor and a 10.7x wide-to-tele zoom lens. A wide range of options makes the FinePix S9500 equally suitable for the experienced photographer and the novice, solving virtually any photographic task.
Amsterdam, 21. November, 2005 – DIWA (Digital Imaging Websites Association), a world-wide organisation of collaborating websites within digital imaging, today announces a DIWA Gold Award to the 9 Megapixel Fujifilm FinePix S9500 digital megazoom camera.
Image quality is fundamentally depending on two vital elements in a digital camera, the image sensor and the lens. In both respects, Fujifilm is in full control. Their successful development of the unique Super CCD image sensors is a key factor in the S9500, with remarkable 9 Mp resolution and wide sensitivity range, between ISO 80 and ISO 1600. Also the lens exhibits unique features with 10.7x zoom range from 28 mm wide angle to 300 mm supertele, high f/2.8-f/4.9 lens speed and 1 cm supermacro. This magnum lens is still surprisingly compact, beautifully integrated into the S9500 SLR-like camera body.
DIWA Press Release Fujifilm has established a successful tradition in developing digital cameras with long zoom lenses. The FinePix S9500 is their current flagship, featuring a 9 Mp high sensitivity Super CCD HR image sensor and a 10.7x wide-to-tele zoom lens. A wide range of options makes the FinePix S950…
Hama Press Release
DataSafe III SE is the name of the portable DVD burner that Hama presents as the successor to the model introduced last spring. Thanks to a new chip technology, the compatibility of the burner has been improved and at the same time the burn speed has been increased. The DataSafe burns the data of most common memory card types on DVD-R/-RW, DVD+R/+RW and CD-R/-RW, and is also a mobile DVD, MP3 and media player for the formats JPEG, MPEG 1 and 2, as well as being a USB 2.0 MultiCard reader. The powerful Ii-Ion rechargeable battery provides for long-lasting use when travelling. Once connected to your computer via USB, the DataSafe III SE is immediately recognized as an external DVD burner and card reader. It functions without a driver for Windows ME, 2000 and XP. Drivers are included for Windows 98SE.
Hama Press Release DataSafe III SE is the name of the portable DVD burner that Hama presents as the successor to the model introduced last spring. Thanks to a new chip technology, the compatibility of the burner has been improved and at the same time the burn speed has been…
Pentax USA Press Release
PENTAX WEBSITE TARGETS SLR USERS - REBATES UNTIL 2006
GOLDEN, Co (November 18, 2005)…Shopping for a digital SLR system? Now, you can shop right from your desktop at www.PentaxSLR.com , a microsite dedicated to the growing family of PENTAX digital SLR systems including small, lightweight bodies, superior optical lenses, powerful flashes and nifty accessories. The site also offers FAQs, Specs, Rebates, and other information about building a digital SLR system. Visitors may link from the site to their favorite on-line retail sources to finalize purchase decisions.
“Digital SLR buyers are looking for educational resources, and our microsite is important for anyone looking to build or add on to an existing PENTAX system,” said Ned Bunnell, director of marketing, PENTAX Imaging Company.
Aptly named THE NEW CLASSIC, the microsite touches on the solid PENTAX legacy and devotion to SLR users. Since its first SLR introduction in 1952, PENTAX has remained devoted to delivering the most lightweight and compact SLR products including the PENTAX K1000, one of the most popular 35mm SLRs ever manufactured. PENTAX Imaging Company will acknowledge the 30th anniversary of the PENTAX K1000 in 2006. PENTAX shipped a fourth digital SLR body, the *ist DS2, in November 2005.
Pentax USA Press Release PENTAX WEBSITE TARGETS SLR USERS - REBATES UNTIL 2006 GOLDEN, Co (November 18, 2005)…Shopping for a digital SLR system? Now, you can shop right from your desktop at www.PentaxSLR.com , a microsite dedicated to the growing family of PENTAX digital SLR systems including small, lightweight bodies…
Digital Foci Press Release
Media Buddy Digital Photo Storage Securely Saves Photos on the Road on 30GB to 80GB Portable Hard Drives – Lower Cost Alternative to Digital Foci Picture Porter
Los Angeles, California, November 18, 2005—Digital Foci, Inc. (http://www.digitalfoci.com) introduced today Media Buddy portable digital photo storage with hard drive and card reader that lets you instantly and securely save digital photos on a hard drive wherever you go, so you can keep snapping away and not worry about running out of memory card space.
Media Buddy is the traveler’s essential digital camera companion. Its built-in memory card slots let you copy and store photos directly from any digital camera card, without the need of cumbersome cabling. A lower cost alternative to Digital Foci’s Picture Porter, Media Buddy is priced starting at only $229. Both Media Buddy and Picture Porter save photos on their portable hard drives, so you don’t have to bring heavy laptops on the road, but Media Buddy provides a lower price by offering a backlit LCD for text-only use, instead of the Picture Porter’s 2” color LCD screen for viewing photos (see http://www.thomas-pr.com/pressreleases/digitalocipictureportervmediabuddy.html for Media Buddy/Picture Porter comparison chart).
Digital Foci Press Release Media Buddy Digital Photo Storage Securely Saves Photos on the Road on 30GB to 80GB Portable Hard Drives – Lower Cost Alternative to Digital Foci Picture Porter Los Angeles, California, November 18, 2005—Digital Foci, Inc. (http://www.digitalfoci.com) introduced today Media Buddy portable digital photo storage with hard…
Lexar Press Release
Lexar LockTight Security Technology Now Supported by the Nikon D200 Digital SLR Camera
A Perfect Combination for Security-Conscious Organizations Requiring the Flexibility of a Mid-Range, Feature-Rich Digital SLR Camera
FREMONT, Ca., November 21, 2005 – Lexar Media, Inc. (Nasdaq: LEXR), a world leader in advanced digital media technologies today announced that its LockTight™ technology will be supported in the Nikon D200 creating an ideal solution for photographers who want to fully utilize the advanced feature set in this new camera, including security functionality and burst mode shooting. Lexar Professional LockTight CompactFlash is a unique security technology that allows photographers and organizations to control access to information stored on the user’s memory cards. Following full support in the Nikon D2X and D2Hs digital SLR cameras, the new Nikon D200 is the most affordable digital camera that includes built-in LockTight functionality.
Lexar Press Release Lexar LockTight Security Technology Now Supported by the Nikon D200 Digital SLR Camera A Perfect Combination for Security-Conscious Organizations Requiring the Flexibility of a Mid-Range, Feature-Rich Digital SLR Camera FREMONT, Ca., November 21, 2005 – Lexar Media, Inc. (Nasdaq: LEXR), a world leader in advanced digital media…
Bob Atkins has reviewed the Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM lens, suitable for the Canon EOS 300D and 20D cameras.
“The Canon EF-S 10-22/3.5-4.5 USM is Canon’s widest lens for Digital SLRs. It has the same field of view on a DSLR with a 1.6x sensor as a 16-35 zoom has on a full frame 35mm camera. The construction of this lens is excellent with no “plastic” feel to it. Focus is very fast using Canon’s ring-type USM motor, which also allows full time manual focusing without having to switch from “autofocus” to “manual” mode. The lens does not change length when zoomed and the filter mount does not rotate, facilitating the use of a polarizer.”
Bob Atkins has reviewed the Canon EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM lens, suitable for the Canon EOS 300D and 20D cameras. “The Canon EF-S 10-22/3.5-4.5 USM is Canon’s widest lens for Digital SLRs. It has the same field of view on a DSLR with a 1.6x sensor as a 16-35 zoom…
DxO Labs Press Release
NEW DXO OPTICS PRO V3.5 SOFTWARE NOW AVAILABLE IN STORES AND ONLINE
Enhanced optical correction possibilities and greater processing speed are the hallmarks of this free new upgrade which also adds support for the Canon EOS 5D
New York, NY—November 17, 2005 – DxO Labs announced today that DxO Optics Pro v3.5 Digital SLR and lens automatic image quality enhancement software is available for download at the company’s e-store (http://store.dxo.com) and via selected resellers.
DxO Optics Pro v3.5 incorporates DxO Optics Engine v2, a more powerful edition of DxO Labs’ award-winning optical correction engine extending the software’s capabilities for automatically removing unwanted color fringes including “purple fringing”; preserving greater image detail through improvements to DxO’s Lens Softness removal capabilities; as well as preserving up to 40% more image area when eliminating geometric distortion. Other improvements include an enhanced user interface as well as dramatically increased batch processing speed (by up to 100%) on multi-processor computers.
DxO Labs Press Release NEW DXO OPTICS PRO V3.5 SOFTWARE NOW AVAILABLE IN STORES AND ONLINE Enhanced optical correction possibilities and greater processing speed are the hallmarks of this free new upgrade which also adds support for the Canon EOS 5D New York, NY—November 17, 2005 – DxO Labs announced…
Altostorm Software Press Release
Make Your Panoramic Photos Straight!
Altostorm Rectilinear Panorama, a slim plug-in for Adobe Photoshop and any other compatible image editor, features an innovative image correcting technology to eliminate any geometric distortions in panoramic photos
Altostorm Software, a developer of image processing software, today announces the release of version 1.2 of Rectilinear Panorama. Designed as a filter plug-in for Adobe Photoshop, and other compatible image editors, Rectilinear Panorama gives you a pain-free ability to correct different types of geometric image distortions, including lens, perspective and panorama distortions. Along with panoramic images, the filter can process non-panoramic ones, be they scans or digital photos. Thanks to the unique image transformation technology and definition system of visual distortions, Rectilinear Panorama helps you recover original object shapes almost hands down, leaving the need for manual configuration of settings behind the scene.
Altostorm Software Press Release Make Your Panoramic Photos Straight! Altostorm Rectilinear Panorama, a slim plug-in for Adobe Photoshop and any other compatible image editor, features an innovative image correcting technology to eliminate any geometric distortions in panoramic photos Altostorm Software, a developer of image processing software, today announces the release…
Adobe have released a new version, 1.0.3, of Adobe Bridge. The Adobe Bridge 1.0.3 update delivers improved product reliability. This update is recommended for all Adobe Bridge customers.
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Adobe have released a new version, 1.0.3, of Adobe Bridge. The Adobe Bridge 1.0.3 update delivers improved product reliability. This update is recommended for all Adobe Bridge customers. Website: Adobe Bridge (Windows) Website: Adobe Bridge (MAC)
Samsung have announced plans to add mobile TV and movie playback to their future digital cameras. In an article on the Korea Times website, a company spokesperson said “Our DMB cameras will compete against phones as we will arm them with a screen as large as 3 inches diagonally, much larger than today’s DMB phones at about 2.2 inches.” Samsung also stated that they aim to become one of the top 3 digital camera makers by 2007, which is to say the least an aggressive aim. It remains to be seen if adding new features previosuly unseen in digicams will tempt buyers to purchase a Samsung product.
Website: The Korea Times - Samsung to Couple TV With Digital Camera
Samsung have announced plans to add mobile TV and movie playback to their future digital cameras. In an article on the Korea Times website, a company spokesperson said “Our DMB cameras will compete against phones as we will arm them with a screen as large as 3 inches diagonally, much…
Imaging Resource have just reviewed the new Sony Cyber-shot DSC-R1, a 10.3 megapixel compact camera with an APS-C sized sensor that allows for a “live” preview.
“Sony’s Cyber-shot DSC-R1 is one of the latest in the long (and incredibly broad) line of digital cameras that reflects Sony’s commanding position in the digital camera marketplace. The Sony R1 (considerably) extends the high range of the Cyber-shot line, offering a full 10.3 megapixels of resolution, via a Sony-built CMOS sensor. The CMOS sensor in the DSC-R1 is just slightly smaller than the “APS-C” size imagers used in most current digital SLRs, and brings with it the expected improvement in image noise levels and ISO sensitivity that naturally accompany larger sensor chips. At the same time though, the Sony DSC-R1 takes advantage of the low power consumption of CMOS to provide a live electronic viewfinder display, something missing in typical SLR camera designs. Because it needs no bulky mirror assembly, the rear element of the Sony DSC-R1’s 5x zoom lens can get much closer to the sensor’s surface, greatly reducing chromatic aberration and improving corner to corner sharpness. A unique, 2.0” top-mounted, swiveling LCD monitor rounds out the package. Taken as a package, the Sony DSC-R1 delivers excellent optical and image quality at an affordable price, and is sure to present a compelling proposition for many photographers who might otherwise be considering a digital SLR.”
Imaging Resource have just reviewed the new Sony Cyber-shot DSC-R1, a 10.3 megapixel compact camera with an APS-C sized sensor that allows for a “live” preview. “Sony’s Cyber-shot DSC-R1 is one of the latest in the long (and incredibly broad) line of digital cameras that reflects Sony’s commanding position in…
DigitalCameraInfo have reviewed the new Kodak Easyshare P880 digital camera. The Kodak Easyshare P880 is an 8 megapixel model with wide-angle 24–140 mm zoom lens and 2.5 inch LCD screen.
“The Kodak EasyShare P880 is the flagship model of the manufacturer’s new Performance Series. The 8 megapixel digital camera was announced in August 2005 and released just in time for the holiday shopping rush. With its 1/1.8-inch CCD and Kodak Color Science Chip, the P880 has SLR-like qualities while still being marketed as easy to use. While it is SLR shaped, the wide 24-140mm (equivalent) Schneider-Kreuznach 5.8x optical zoom lens cannot be taken off. The Kodak P880 also has a 2.5-inch LCD screen and an electronic viewfinder. This SLR-shaped digital camera sells for a retail price of $599, which is more than most compacts but less than even entry level consumer DSLRs. This is exactly where Kodak wants the P880.”
DigitalCameraInfo have reviewed the new Kodak Easyshare P880 digital camera. The Kodak Easyshare P880 is an 8 megapixel model with wide-angle 24–140 mm zoom lens and 2.5 inch LCD screen. “The Kodak EasyShare P880 is the flagship model of the manufacturer’s new Performance Series. The 8 megapixel digital camera was…
DIWA member LetsGoDigital 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.
“During a press-conference August of this year, Canon introduced a new line of digital cameras, among which the new Canon Digital IXUS 750 digital camera. This camera is the latest top model in the successful IXUS line of digital cameras. The Canon IXUS 750 succeeds the IXUS 700 and has an attractive stainless steel body. As far as looks are concerned, the Digital IXUS 750 does not differ much from its predecessor. It’s safe to say that a digital camera from the IXUS line virtually always ensures a successful sale. The model has become a brand name in itself, an impressive achievement! “
Website: LetsGoDigital - Canon IXUS 750 Review
DIWA member LetsGoDigital 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. “During a press-conference August of this year, Canon introduced a new line of digital cameras, among…
DCViews 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.
“When we tested the S400 or IXUS 400 in October 2003 we mentioned that we had lost count on the number of Digital Elphs in existence at that time. Two years on, it is clear that it is not a question of how many more Elphs Canon will release but when the next one will arrive. With most manufacturers replacing or updating digital models almost every six months, Canon keep supplying us with a steady stream of new compacts of which the SD550, or IXUS750 as it is called in certain markets, is the most recent one. With a 7-megapixel sensor, a fast 9-point AiAF autofocus system and 3x optical zoom the SD550 is now Canon’s top model in the series, sporting a huge 2.5” LCD screen and an ultra compact stainless steel body. As we have come to expect, all Elphs are built like the proverbial tank and will be good for many years of photo fun. Our personal IXUS400 is now more than two years old and although its design and features are becoming a bit dated it is still going strong after more than 10.000 images.”
Website: DCViews - Canon IXUS 750 Review
DCViews 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. “When we tested the S400 or IXUS 400 in October 2003 we mentioned that we had lost count…