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DesignTechnica 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.
“This is the newest generation of Panasonic’s highly-regarded line-up of mega zoom cameras. With 8-megapixel resolution, a 12x Leica optical zoom and built-in optical image stabilization, this digicam is a decent alternative for those looking for D-SLR features but don’t want the hassle of interchangeable lenses plus they’d like the ability to view a live image on a 2-inch LCD screen and take short videos. The DMC-FZ30 feels very much like D-SLR yet costs a lot less—especially when you budget the cost of lenses that would equal this focal range (a hefty 35-420mm in 35mm terms). Although a good camera, it has its problems but none of them are so bad as to chuck it into the recycle bin.”
Website: DesignTechnica - Panasonic DMC-FZ30 Review
DesignTechnica 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. “This is the newest generation of Panasonic’s highly-regarded line-up…
The Spanish website Quesabesde have just reviewed the new 5 megapixel Nikon Coolpix 5900 digital camera.
Website: Quesabesde - Nikon Coolpix 5900 Review
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The Spanish website Quesabesde have just reviewed the new 5 megapixel Nikon Coolpix 5900 digital camera. Website: Quesabesde - Nikon Coolpix 5900 Review Website: Read my Nikon Coolpix 5900 Review Check the Latest Prices for the Nikon Coolpix 5900 Write a Review of the Nikon Coolpix 5900
DIWA member and Czech website FotoAparat have reviewed the Nikon Coolpix S3, a 6 megapixel update of the S1 and S2. The Nikon S3 has a 3x 35-105mm zoom lens and 2.5 inch monitor.
Website: FotoAparat - Nikon Coolpix S3 Review
DIWA member and Czech website FotoAparat have reviewed the Nikon Coolpix S3, a 6 megapixel update of the S1 and S2. The Nikon S3 has a 3x 35-105mm zoom lens and 2.5 inch monitor. Website: FotoAparat - Nikon Coolpix S3 Review Check the Latest Prices for the Nikon Coolpix S…
DIWA member and Slovenian website e-fotografija have just reviewed the new Olympus mju DIGITAL 800 digicam.
Website: e-fotografija - Olympus mju DIGITAL 800 Review
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DIWA member and Slovenian website e-fotografija have just reviewed the new Olympus mju DIGITAL 800 digicam. Website: e-fotografija - Olympus mju DIGITAL 800 Review Website: Read my Olympus Mju Digital 800 Review Check the Latest Prices for the Olympus mju DIGITAL 800 Write a Review of the Olympus mju DIGITAL 800
DigitalCameraInfo have reviewed the new Nikon Coolpix 7900, a 7 megapixel digital camera featuring a 2.0-inch LCD screen, new graphical user interface and a 3x Zoom-Nikkor ED lens equivalent to 38-114mm lens in 35mm format.
“Announced in February and released in April, the Nikon Coolpix 7900 is still a candidate for the 2005 holiday shopping season. Its small black body makes it one of the more stylish Coolpix models and it packs an impressive 7.1 effective megapixels onto its 1/1.8” CCD. The Coolpix 7900 is the big sister of the Nikon Coolpix 5900 and has many of the same features, but the 7900 boasts a larger pixel count and a few other tweaks in the specifications. This model houses Nikon’s new technology set, which includes face-priority auto focus, in-camera red-eye fix, and D-Lighting compensation.”
Website: DigitalCameraInfo - Nikon Coolpix 7900 Review
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DigitalCameraInfo have reviewed the new Nikon Coolpix 7900, a 7 megapixel digital camera featuring a 2.0-inch LCD screen, new graphical user interface and a 3x Zoom-Nikkor ED lens equivalent to 38-114mm lens in 35mm format. “Announced in February and released in April, the Nikon Coolpix 7900 is still a candidate…
Digital Secrets Press Release
Drawing on the twin facts that every camera model is unique and every photographer has his or her individual levels of expertise, the DSLR series of premium eBooks is growing. Professionals and advanced enthusiast photographers will appreciate the depth and sharply focused insights these eBooks bring. All of the titles are the modern outgrowth of the most highly acclaimed camera eBooks in all of digital photography.
Authors iNova and Steinmueller introduce the fourth in the DSLR eBook shelf of interactive digital photography titles, completing the series on the Canon affordable digital single lens reflex cameras. The eBook series is read on both Windows and Macintosh computers with equal ease. Although each title concentrates on the unique features of a specific model of camera, the whole eBook covers the science, technology, art and creative aspects of digital photography as applied to that particular camera. Interactive features achieve demonstration, illustration and hyperlink functions from elements embedded right in the text and images.
You can learn more about all of these eBooks while saving $6.50 on all forms of shipping (making US delivery free) here: DSLR eBooks
Digital Secrets Press Release Drawing on the twin facts that every camera model is unique and every photographer has his or her individual levels of expertise, the DSLR series of premium eBooks is growing. Professionals and advanced enthusiast photographers will appreciate the depth and sharply focused insights these eBooks bring…
Canon have released a new firmware version (1.0.3) for the EOS 350D / Digital Rebel XT DSLR.
This firmware update (v1.0.3) incorporates the following improvements:
1. Fixes the phenomenon of shots being unable to be taken when using the remote controller RC-1.
2. Fixes the phenomenon wherein the camera continues to scroll through images being played back.
3. Improves reliability in communication when using some CF cards.
This firmware update applies to cameras with firmware versions up to 1.0.2 installed. By installing this update, the phenomena will be fixed, and the affected cameras can be used without these problems. If your camera’s firmware is already version 1.0.3, it is not necessary to perform this update.
Canon have released a new firmware version (1.0.3) for the EOS 350D / Digital Rebel XT DSLR. This firmware update (v1.0.3) incorporates the following improvements: 1. Fixes the phenomenon of shots being unable to be taken when using the remote controller RC-1. 2. Fixes the phenomenon wherein the camera continues…
Canon have released a new firmware update, version 2.0.3, for the EOS 20D and EOS 20Da DSLR cameras.
This firmware update (version 2.0.3) incorporates the following additions and improvements:
1. Fixes a problem in color temperature information transmission that occurred when using Speedlite 430EX.
2. Improves reliability in communicaion when using CF cards.
This firmware update applies to cameras with firmware versions up to 2.0.2 installed. If your camera’s firmware is already version 2.0.3, it is not necessary to perform this update.
Website: Canon EOS 20D Firmware Version 2.0.3
Canon have released a new firmware update, version 2.0.3, for the EOS 20D and EOS 20Da DSLR cameras. This firmware update (version 2.0.3) incorporates the following additions and improvements: 1. Fixes a problem in color temperature information transmission that occurred when using Speedlite 430EX. 2. Improves reliability in communicaion when…
Corel UK Press Release
New Addition to Corel’s Digital Imaging Portfolio Inspires Home Users to Explore their Creativity with Digital Art and Photography
Maidenhead, UK – 26 October 2005 – Corel Corporation today unveiled Corel® Painter™ Essentials 3, the complete home art studio built on the award-winning power of Corel Painter IX. The latest addition to Corel’s digital imaging portfolio, Corel Painter Essentials 3 includes everything new users need to get started with digital art and create stunning paintings from their photos. The software is now available from Corel (www.corel.co.uk/pe3).
Available for the suggested retail price of £59 excl VAT, this affordable software package provides home users with more creative options than ever before. Ideal for digital camera enthusiasts, art, decor and scrapbook enthusiasts, and art students and teachers, Corel Painter Essentials 3 enables users to create beautiful, handmade digital-art keepsakes that are perfect for framing, craft projects, and special gifts for friends and family.
Corel UK Press Release New Addition to Corel’s Digital Imaging Portfolio Inspires Home Users to Explore their Creativity with Digital Art and Photography Maidenhead, UK – 26 October 2005 – Corel Corporation today unveiled Corel® Painter™ Essentials 3, the complete home art studio built on the award-winning power of Corel…
Fujifilm UK Press Release
As the clocks go back this Sunday (01:00 GMT), Fujifilm would like to draw attention to a depressing trend. Just like their human owners, many digital cameras are dreading the absence of daylight and the long winter nights.
With most digital cameras depending on abundant light to take a decent photo, 15 hours of daily darkness mean they can get into trouble early in the evening - relying on a battery-hungry flash, or producing the blurry, shaky results we know so well. Until now…
Fujifilm UK Press Release As the clocks go back this Sunday (01:00 GMT), Fujifilm would like to draw attention to a depressing trend. Just like their human owners, many digital cameras are dreading the absence of daylight and the long winter nights. With most digital cameras depending on abundant light…
PC Magazine have reviewed the Kodak Easyshare V530 digital cameras, which offers a 5 megapixel sensor, 3x optical zoom lens and 2.5 inch LCD screen.
“Perched on a smart-looking, futuristic camera dock, the svelte Kodak EasyShare V530 is hard to ignore. But our newly crowned ultracompact Editors’ Choice is much more than just another pretty face in the digital-camera crowd. It’s a true performer that makes snapping great digital photographs easy.”
Website: PC Magazine - Kodak Easyshare V530 Review
PC Magazine have reviewed the Kodak Easyshare V530 digital cameras, which offers a 5 megapixel sensor, 3x optical zoom lens and 2.5 inch LCD screen. “Perched on a smart-looking, futuristic camera dock, the svelte Kodak EasyShare V530 is hard to ignore. But our newly crowned ultracompact Editors’ Choice is much…
Steves Digicams have reviewed the new Canon IXUS 55 compact digital camera (also known as the SD450), which has 5.0 megapixels, 2.5 inch LCD screen and 3x optical zoom lens.
“If you’re looking for a 5-megapixel digicam with superb image quality, look no further than the SD450. If offers various image size choice for just about every application. Both Large superFine and Fine modes have plenty of resolution to create awesome 13×19-inch prints. The M2 (1600×1200) and S (640×480) modes are perfect when posting pictures on the web or sending them via email, where file sizes need to be as small as possible. There’s also Postcard mode that is set to a 3:2 aspect ratio, which is ideal for printing 4×6-inch prints and not having to worry about cropping. Using Manual mode with the ISO set at 50, our outdoor samples were excellent.”
Website: Steves Digicams - Canon IXUS 55 Review
Steves Digicams have reviewed the new Canon IXUS 55 compact digital camera (also known as the SD450), which has 5.0 megapixels, 2.5 inch LCD screen and 3x optical zoom lens. “If you’re looking for a 5-megapixel digicam with superb image quality, look no further than the SD450. If offers various…
Spanish website Quesabesde have posted their review of the new 5 megapixel Nikon Coolpix 5900 digital camera.
Website: Quesabesde - Nikon Coolpix 5900 Review
Website: Read my Nikon Coolpix 5900 Review
Spanish website Quesabesde have posted their review of the new 5 megapixel Nikon Coolpix 5900 digital camera. Website: Quesabesde - Nikon Coolpix 5900 Review Website: Read my Nikon Coolpix 5900 Review Check the Latest Prices for the Nikon Coolpix 5900 Write a Review of the Nikon Coolpix 5900
The Hungarian website Index Digicam 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: Index Digicam - Panasonic DMC-LX1 Review
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The Hungarian website Index Digicam 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: Index Digicam - Panasonic DMC-LX1 Review Website: Read my Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX1 Review Check the…
Imaging Resource have reviewed the entry-level Fujifilm Finepix A345 digital camera.
“Known for great color and performance, Fujifilm has also carved out a niche for itself by consistently providing good-quality consumer digicams at rock-bottom prices. The latest in their line of bargain-priced cameras is the Fujifilm FinePix A345, a 4.1-megapixel digital camera, and its twin the FinePix A350, sporting 5.2 megapixels. The Fuji A345 carries on the value-leading tradition of Fujifilm digital cameras by offering a 4.1-megapixel CCD and 3x optical zoom lens at a low price, including a good-sized bright LCD monitor, Pict-Bridge support, two-second maximum exposure time and four preset scene modes. As you’d expect, the Fujifilm FinePix A345 trades off a few features and capabilities to achieve its remarkably low cost, but the camera still takes good-looking pictures in daylight conditions, and is simple enough for even rank beginners to enjoy immediately.”
Website: Imaging Resource - Fujifilm Finepix A345 Review
Imaging Resource have reviewed the entry-level Fujifilm Finepix A345 digital camera. “Known for great color and performance, Fujifilm has also carved out a niche for itself by consistently providing good-quality consumer digicams at rock-bottom prices. The latest in their line of bargain-priced cameras is the Fujifilm FinePix A345, a 4.1-megapixel…
Imaging Resource 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.
“With the PowerShot SD550 and SD450 Digital ELPH, Canon has once again stood its stylish ELPH digicams on end, packing even more features into the stylish compacts. The 7.12-megapixel SD450 and 5.0-megapixel SD450 have the same shell and specs as the SD500 and SD400 models (which continue to be available), but offer more options. Canon has retained their acclaimed optical viewfinder but matched it with a large 2.5-inch LCD monitor, redesigning the user interface to take advantage of the new screen. Both continue to offer the extremely unusual (and frankly, rather cool) “My Color” modes that allow you to selectively replace any color in your photo with a different one, or to make the image black and white with the exception of a single color. Overall, the SD550 is one of the more appealing subcompact digicams we’ve seen to date.”
Website: Imaging Resource - Canon IXUS 750 Review
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Imaging Resource 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. “With the PowerShot SD550 and SD450 Digital ELPH, Canon has once again stood its stylish ELPH digicams…
The Hungarian website Index Digicam have reviewed the Digital IXUS i (also known as the PowerShot SD10 in some countries). This all-metal bodied 4.0 Megapixel camera packs 180 second video clips, a 32MB SD memory card and a 5.7x digital zoom into its tiny casing.
The Hungarian website Index Digicam have reviewed the Digital IXUS i (also known as the PowerShot SD10 in some countries). This all-metal bodied 4.0 Megapixel camera packs 180 second video clips, a 32MB SD memory card and a 5.7x digital zoom into its tiny casing. Website: Index Digicam - Canon…
The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P200 is currently one of the best-selling digital cameras around, nearly a year on from when it was first announced back at the CES show in January. The Sony P200 is a 7 megapixel compact digicam with a 3x optical zoom lens equivalent to 38-114mm. There is a 2 inch LCD screen and optical viewfinder, 9 scene modes for the beginner, and the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P200 also provides a fully Manual exposure mode for the more experienced photographer. Other standout features on the P200 include long battery life of around 370 shots, the famous Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens and a high-quality aluminium body. So what makes the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P200 so popular, and should you still consider buying one 10 months after is was launched? Read the full review to find out.
Website: Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P200 Review
The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-P200 is currently one of the best-selling digital cameras around, nearly a year on from when it was first announced back at the CES show in January. The Sony P200 is a 7 megapixel compact digicam with a 3x optical zoom lens equivalent to 38-114mm. There is…
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CNET 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 latest PowerShot S-series flagship, the 8-megapixel PowerShot S80, stands out just about every way you look at it. It’s a fun little camera that packs a wallop in terms of features, performance, and photo quality. Its automatic-exposure modes and intelligent processing will impress casual shooters who want good images without a lot of fuss. Its manual controls and advanced features will provide enjoyment for fiddling amateurs. And its big 2.5-inch LCD, elegant good looks, and excellent build quality will please any shooter.”
Website: CNET - Canon PowerShot S80 Review
CNET 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 latest PowerShot S-series flagship, the 8-megapixel PowerShot S80, stands out just about every way you look at it…