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Nikon have released a new firmware update for their Nikon D2Hs digital SLR camera.
Issues addressed with D2Hs firmware version 1.01
* Autofocus performance has been increased.
* An issue that prevented the AF-assist illuminator from firing when the Speedlights listed below were used has been corrected.
SB-29S, SB-29, SB-23, SB-22S, SB-22, SB-20.
* · In images captured at a shutter speed of 1/250 s with a Speedlight SB-800, set to Distance-priority manual flash (GN), or Manual flash (M) with flash output set to full (M1/1) mounted on the camera, the top portion was often dark. This issue has been addressed. However, under the circumstances described above only, the guide number is reduced from that of full flash output level by approximately 0.6 EV.
* Errors in Dutch menus have been corrected.
Website: Nikon D2Hs Firmware
Nikon have released a new firmware update for their Nikon D2Hs digital SLR camera. Issues addressed with D2Hs firmware version 1.01 * Autofocus performance has been increased. * An issue that prevented the AF-assist illuminator from firing when the Speedlights listed below were used has been corrected. SB-29S, SB-29, SB-23…
Pocket-Lint have reviewed the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T5, an ultra-slim 5.1 megapixel digital camera with 3x optical zoom lens and a 2.5 inch LCD screen.
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Focusing and metering work a treat, the former using a wide area AF set-up with very clear markings and the latter which seems to get the balance about right, even in quite contrasty scenes. Noise suppression is well handled in brighter conditions but in low light, there’s marked shadow noise – even at ISO 100 – which gets worse as the ISO goes up. The sensitivity ranges from ISO 64 to a modest ISO 400 but to be fair to the little T5, the noise is no different to many such models it competes with on the market.”
Website: Pocket-Lint - Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T5 Review
Pocket-Lint have reviewed the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T5, an ultra-slim 5.1 megapixel digital camera with 3x optical zoom lens and a 2.5 inch LCD screen. ” Focusing and metering work a treat, the former using a wide area AF set-up with very clear markings and the latter which seems to get…
TrustedReviews have reviewed the Epson RD-1 digital rangefinder camera.
“As I said, I really don’t get the point of this camera. The kind of person who loves their Voigtlander Bessa is unlikely to ever commit the blasphemy of going digital, and anyone used to a modern digital camera will find it awkward, clumsy and unpleasant to use. Both will be massively disappointed by the poor image quality. My apologies to Epson, but the R-D1 is an expensive, badly conceived white elephant that should never have made it off the drawing board in its present form.”
Website: TrustedReviews - Epson R-D1 Review
TrustedReviews have reviewed the Epson RD-1 digital rangefinder camera. “As I said, I really don’t get the point of this camera. The kind of person who loves their Voigtlander Bessa is unlikely to ever commit the blasphemy of going digital, and anyone used to a modern digital camera will find…
The Spanish website Quesabesde 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: Quesabesde - Panasonic DMC-LX1 Review
Website: Read my Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX1 Review
The Spanish website Quesabesde 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: Quesabesde - Panasonic DMC-LX1 Review Website: Read my Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX1 Review Check the Latest Prices…
Photoxels have published the first online review of the Fujifilm FinePix S5600 Zoom, a 5 megapixel compact digital camera with Fujifilm’s new 5th Generation Super CCD HR sensor with Real Photo Technology. The Fujifilm S5600 has an ISO range of 64 to 1600 and boasts a 10x optical zoom lens.
“The Fujifilm FinePix S5200 is easily one of the best looking long zoom digital cameras around. Pick it up and your fingers wrap comfortably around the adequately large handgrip, with your index finger naturally poised over the shutter release button, and the thumb over the zoom lever. It comes in a mostly black (with silver accents) solidly built plastic composite body. Startup time is fast at around 1 sec. and there is no practical shutter lag. Autofocus is fast and precise.”
Website: Photoxels - Fujifilm FinePix S5600 Zoom Review
Photoxels have published the first online review of the Fujifilm FinePix S5600 Zoom, a 5 megapixel compact digital camera with Fujifilm’s new 5th Generation Super CCD HR sensor with Real Photo Technology. The Fujifilm S5600 has an ISO range of 64 to 1600 and boasts a 10x optical zoom lens…
HardwareZone 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.
“While there are many improvements over its predecessors, unfortunately it also has a couple of disappointments. Maintaining the 12x optical zoom, the FZ30 took a ‘downgrade’ path and comes with an aperture of F2.8 - F3.7, while the FZ20 has an aperture of F2.8 throughout its focal range. This means that images taken at maximum zoom will be darker compared to the FZ20 for the same shutter speed and maximum aperture size. The second disappointment would be the high noise level. Images taken above ISO100 aren’t suitable for large printing and if it must be done, it is recommended to perform some post-processing to minimize the noise.”
Website: HardwareZone - Panasonic DMC-FZ30 Review
HardwareZone 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. “While there are many improvements over its predecessors, unfortunately…
DigitalCameraReview have reviewed the new Kodak EasyShare One Wi-Fi digital camera.
“Now, the big question—is it worth $600? It’s a tough call. For people who can spend the money, want the conversation piece, and only need a camera for snapshots, this is a good choice. For someone looking for a camera that will grow with them as they learn digital photography, it’s not such a good choice since the camera lacks many manual controls. Another great application for this camera would be in some sort of business application. For example, a car dealer with a wireless network could email a picture of a specific car on their lot to an interested party.”
Website: DigitalCameraReview - Kodak EasyShare One Review
DigitalCameraReview have reviewed the new Kodak EasyShare One Wi-Fi digital camera. “Now, the big question—is it worth $600? It’s a tough call. For people who can spend the money, want the conversation piece, and only need a camera for snapshots, this is a good choice. For someone looking for a…
Hungarian website Index Digicam have published their review of the Samsung Digimax L50, a 5 megapixel digital camera with a 3x optical zoom lens and 2.5 inch LCD screen with 230,000 pixels.
Website: Index Digicam - Samsung Digimax L50 Review
Hungarian website Index Digicam have published their review of the Samsung Digimax L50, a 5 megapixel digital camera with a 3x optical zoom lens and 2.5 inch LCD screen with 230,000 pixels. Website: Index Digicam - Samsung Digimax L50 Review Check the Latest Prices for the Samsung Digimax L50 Write…
Konica Minolta has announced plans to sack over 10% of it worldwide work-force, which currently numbers 33,000. Responding to a net loss of 10.8 billion yen in the three months ended September 30th, restructuring is apparently the only way out of the financial hole cuased by struggling digital camera and laser printer sales.
Website: Bloomberg - Konica Minolta Expects Annual Loss, Will Cut 10% of Workforce
Website: Japan Today - Konica Minolta to drastically cut digital camera business
Konica Minolta has announced plans to sack over 10% of it worldwide work-force, which currently numbers 33,000. Responding to a net loss of 10.8 billion yen in the three months ended September 30th, restructuring is apparently the only way out of the financial hole cuased by struggling digital camera and…
Minox Press Release
A pocket sized “Rolleiflex digital twin lens reflex” from Minox - A true miniaturized digital replica of the world-famous famous Rolleiflex
Here is a camera that not only collectors will get excited about but also the ‘gadget’ market and anybody fascinated by miniaturization. In co-operation with the Rollei company, MINOX now makes available the smallest fully operating Rolleiflex in the world. The “Rolleiflex MiniDigi” is a digital camera with the same shape and design as the famous 6x6 twin lens reflex camera with a resolution of up to 3.1 million pixels. This unique miniature Rolleiflex is now added to the successful 8x11mm film and ‘Leica’ digital classic collection camera series from MINOX.
Minox Press Release A pocket sized “Rolleiflex digital twin lens reflex” from Minox - A true miniaturized digital replica of the world-famous famous Rolleiflex Here is a camera that not only collectors will get excited about but also the ‘gadget’ market and anybody fascinated by miniaturization. In co-operation with the…
Cypress Press Release
Cypress Samples Low-Cost, 9-Megapixel APS CMOS Image Sensors With Superior Image Quality for High-End Digital Still Camera Market
SAN JOSE, Calif.—(BUSINESS WIRE)—Nov. 7, 2005—First Cypress-Manufactured Sensor Features Low Dark Current and Low Noise to Deliver Picture Quality On Par With More Expensive CCD Devices
Cypress Semiconductor Corp. (NYSE:CY) today announced commercial sampling of its new 9.0-megapixel CMOS image sensors for high-end digital still cameras (DSCs). The cost-effective new image sensors offer low dark current and low noise, on par with that of more expensive charge coupled devices (CCDs). These features deliver outstanding image quality, enabling camera makers to meet the increasing demand for high-performance, economically priced single-lens reflex (SLR) DSCs.
Cypress Press Release Cypress Samples Low-Cost, 9-Megapixel APS CMOS Image Sensors With Superior Image Quality for High-End Digital Still Camera Market SAN JOSE, Calif.—(BUSINESS WIRE)—Nov. 7, 2005—First Cypress-Manufactured Sensor Features Low Dark Current and Low Noise to Deliver Picture Quality On Par With More Expensive CCD Devices Cypress Semiconductor Corp…
theimagingfactory Press Release
NoiseReduction Pro is a Photoshop plugin for reducing several types of luminance and color noise in digital images. Based on an extremely fast, split 5 level redundant wavelet algorithm, this plugin is without a doubt the quickest offering of its kind. Incorporating a resizable, live preview window and interactive controls, the plugin allows for easy determination of the optimal parameters.
theimagingfactory Press Release NoiseReduction Pro is a Photoshop plugin for reducing several types of luminance and color noise in digital images. Based on an extremely fast, split 5 level redundant wavelet algorithm, this plugin is without a doubt the quickest offering of its kind. Incorporating a resizable, live preview window…
DIWA member Steves Digicams 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.
“These are some of the most well designed models I have dealt with. They are not your typical compact consumer models, yet they are small enough to be carried in a coat pocket or purse. When I first saw the A620 and A610, it seemed like they were a cross between the consumer A95 and the prosumer G6 . After working with the A620, I can now confirm that this is the case. Its high-end features speak of “only the best”, while its more affordable price says “I’m easy on the wallet”.”
Website: Steves Digicams - Canon PowerShot A620 Review
Website: Read my Canon Powershot A620 Review
DIWA member Steves Digicams 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. “These are some of the most well designed models I have dealt with. They are not your typical compact…
Hungarian website Index Digicam 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.
Website: Index Digicam - Canon IXUS 750 Review
Website: Read my Canon Digital Ixus 750 Review
Hungarian website Index Digicam 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. Website: Index Digicam - Canon IXUS 750 Review Website: Read my Canon Digital Ixus 75…
Imaging Resource have published a review of the 8 megapixel Nikon Coolpix P1 Wi-Fi digital camera.
“The Nikon Coolpix P1 bears a superficial resemblance to the Coolpix 7900, with all automatic controls and an extremely small form factor. But there’s no optical viewfinder, the flash has been repositioned, and the LCD has grown to 2.5-inches. - And of course, there’s the built-in wireless capability. The Nikon P1 is super compact and very lightweight, with a rugged metal body that should withstand lots of wear and tear. And with its excellent range of user-friendly, almost fail-proof point & shoot exposure modes, the P1 should be able to handle just about any photo opportunity it encounters. Finally, its wireless image transfer capability is relatively easy to configure (the “Wireless Features” section for more info), is a lot of fun to use, and works quite well.”
Website: Imaging Resource - Nikon Coolpix P1 Review
Imaging Resource have published a review of the 8 megapixel Nikon Coolpix P1 Wi-Fi digital camera. “The Nikon Coolpix P1 bears a superficial resemblance to the Coolpix 7900, with all automatic controls and an extremely small form factor. But there’s no optical viewfinder, the flash has been repositioned, and the…
DIWA member and Danish website DigitalMagasinet have published their review of the new Sony DSC-H1 digital camera. The DSC-H1 has a 12x optical zoom lens (equivalent to 36-432 millimeters), 5 megapixel CCD and 2.5 inch LCD screen.
Website: DigitalMagasinet - Sony DSC-H1 Review
DIWA member and Danish website DigitalMagasinet have published their review of the new Sony DSC-H1 digital camera. The DSC-H1 has a 12x optical zoom lens (equivalent to 36-432 millimeters), 5 megapixel CCD and 2.5 inch LCD screen. Website: DigitalMagasinet - Sony DSC-H1 Review Check the Latest Prices for the Sony…
DigitalCameraInfo 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.
“With 8.4 megapixels, a 2.5-inch LCD screen, and a Leica 4x optical zoom lens with optical image stabilization, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX1 has a lot to offer consumers. That is, consumers with lots of money to offer Panasonic. The LX1 retails for $599, which is a substantial amount of money for a compact digital camera. The camera body itself isn’t especially gorgeous; it is more functional than sleek. The camera body has some good aspects to it: sturdy construction, a large LCD that can be viewed at just about any angle, and the compact dimensions; however, if consumers are expected to drop $599 on a point-and-shoot camera, noise should not be an issue.”
Website: DigitalCameraInfo - Panasonic DMC-LX1 Review
Website: Read my Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX1 Review
DigitalCameraInfo 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. “With 8.4 megapixels, a 2.5-inch LCD screen, and a Leica 4x optical zoom lens with optical image stabilization, the Panasonic…
The Czech website Digineff have published their review of the Konica Minolta Z6, which updates the popular Z5 and features a 6 megapixel sensor, 12x zoom lens and 2 inch LCD screen.
Website: Digineff - Konica Minolta Z6 Review
The Czech website Digineff have published their review of the Konica Minolta Z6, which updates the popular Z5 and features a 6 megapixel sensor, 12x zoom lens and 2 inch LCD screen. Website: Digineff - Konica Minolta Z6 Review Check the Latest Prices for the Konica Minolta Z6 Write a…
DigiCamReview.co.uk have reviewed the Ricoh Caplio RR530 digital camera, a point and shoot 5 megapixel model with a 3x optical zoom lens and 1.8 inch LCD screen.
“Outside image quality was fairly good, colour was rich and saturated, and the pictures had good contrast, although images were soft and as a result detail was average - noise was visible in ISO50 shots. Indoors - image quality was average - with high noise in photos even when taken at ISO100. Focusing was also a big problem, with the camera focusing slowly and often unsuccessful in low-light. Images were generally fairly soft, and may benefit from sharpening. The maco mode was average and the closest you can get to the subject is 6cm away.”
DigiCamReview.co.uk have reviewed the Ricoh Caplio RR530 digital camera, a point and shoot 5 megapixel model with a 3x optical zoom lens and 1.8 inch LCD screen. “Outside image quality was fairly good, colour was rich and saturated, and the pictures had good contrast, although images were soft and as…
CNET have just reviewed the 4 megapixel Kodak Easyshare C330.
“How low should prices go for entry-level cameras? If all you need is a simple point-and-shoot, the Kodak EasyShare C330 offers surprisingly good photos for a reasonable price. It’s essentially the same camera as the Kodak EasyShare C340, except it has fewer pixels (4 vs. 5 megapixels), a slightly smaller LCD (1.5 vs. 1.6 inches), and a less capable video mode. Like the C340, the C330 is easy to use and has a sturdy, though mostly plastic, construction. For those on a tight budget, it may be a better bargain than the C340.”
Website: CNET - Kodak Easyshare C330 Review
CNET have just reviewed the 4 megapixel Kodak Easyshare C330. “How low should prices go for entry-level cameras? If all you need is a simple point-and-shoot, the Kodak EasyShare C330 offers surprisingly good photos for a reasonable price. It’s essentially the same camera as the Kodak EasyShare C340, except it…