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Danish website Akam.dk have just reviewed the new HP Photosmart R817, which offers 5 megapixels and a 5x optical zoom lens.
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Danish website Akam.dk have just reviewed the new HP Photosmart R817, which offers 5 megapixels and a 5x optical zoom lens. Website: Akam.dk - HP Photosmart R817 Review Website: Read my HP Photosmart R817 Review Check the Latest Prices for the HP Photosmart R817 Write a Review of the HP…
PCMagazine have published their review of the 8 megapixel Canon EOS 20D DSLR.
“Canon and Nikon have long been head-to-head competitors in the SLR (single-lens reflex) camera market, and that fierce rivalry has carried over into the digital-SLR market as well. The $1,499 Canon EOS 20D body is Canon’s latest counter to Nikon’s best-selling $999 Nikon D70 body, which was an Editors’ Choice winner in the digital SLR category (and Nikon’s answer to Canon’s $900 Digital Rebel). In addition to offering a higher resolution and better construction than the D70, the EOS 20D is a stellar performer capable of capturing spectacular images.”
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PCMagazine have published their review of the 8 megapixel Canon EOS 20D DSLR. “Canon and Nikon have long been head-to-head competitors in the SLR (single-lens reflex) camera market, and that fierce rivalry has carried over into the digital-SLR market as well. The $1,499 Canon EOS 20D body is Canon’s latest…
PCMagazine have posted a less than enthusiastic review of the new 7 megapixel Samsung Digimax V700.
“Samsung has been bold recently, laying out plans to penetrate the digital camera market and position itself among the leaders, up with Canon, Nikon, and Sony. But it certainly won’t get there making mediocre cameras like the 7.1-megapixel Digimax V700. Given the problems we found in testing and using this compact, the V700 falls far short of its competition.”
Website: PCMagazine - Samsung Digimax V700 Review
PCMagazine have posted a less than enthusiastic review of the new 7 megapixel Samsung Digimax V700. “Samsung has been bold recently, laying out plans to penetrate the digital camera market and position itself among the leaders, up with Canon, Nikon, and Sony. But it certainly won’t get there making mediocre…
DIWA member and Norwegian website Digit.no have published their review of the Nikon D50, a new affordable 6.1 megapixel digital SLR.
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DIWA member and Norwegian website Digit.no have published their review of the Nikon D50, a new affordable 6.1 megapixel digital SLR. Website: Digit.no - Nikon D50 Review Website: Read my Nikon D50 Review Check the Latest Prices for the Nikon D50 Write a Review of the Nikon D50
DIWA member Steves Digicams have reviewed the new Fujifilm FinePix F10 Zoom, which has an ISO range of 80 to 1600, Super CCD sensor with 6.1 megapixels and a 2.5 inch LCD screen.
“With features intended to overcome the limitations of prior generations of cameras, the FinePix F10 is refinement of Fuji’s entry entry in the automatic point-n-shoot digicam market. It combines a 6.1-megapixel fifth generation Super CCD HR image sensor, a new Real Photo processor and 3x optical zoom lens with features that help the photographer capture images that other cameras might miss. Novice and intermediate photographers will find the F10’s automatic and scene modes easy to use, but the camera lacks the manual, shutter-priority and aperture-priority exposure modes demanded by advanced users.”
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DIWA member Steves Digicams have reviewed the new Fujifilm FinePix F10 Zoom, which has an ISO range of 80 to 1600, Super CCD sensor with 6.1 megapixels and a 2.5 inch LCD screen. “With features intended to overcome the limitations of prior generations of cameras, the FinePix F10 is refinement…
Steves Digicams have just reviewed the Fujifilm FinePix Z1 Zoom, a 5 megapixel compact digital camera with a large 2.5inch LCD screen and 3 optical zoom.
“Aiming to combine equal measures of form and function, the Fuji FinePix Z1 is as much a fashion statement as it is a photographic instrument. It combines a 5.1-megapixel fifth generation Super CCD HR image sensor, a new Real Photo processor and 3x optical zoom lens into a sleek, stylish package that will look equally at home in your jeans pocket or Louis Vitton bag. Novice and intermediate photographers will find the Z1’s automatic and scene modes easy to use, but the camera lacks the manual, shutter-priority and aperture-priority exposure modes demanded by advanced users.”
Website: Steves Digicams - Fujifilm FinePix Z1 Zoom Review
Steves Digicams have just reviewed the Fujifilm FinePix Z1 Zoom, a 5 megapixel compact digital camera with a large 2.5inch LCD screen and 3 optical zoom. “Aiming to combine equal measures of form and function, the Fuji FinePix Z1 is as much a fashion statement as it is a photographic…
AnandTech have compared 4 new ultra-compact digital cameras, including the Canon Digital IXUS 50, a 5 megapixel digital camera with stainless steel finish that is Canon’s smallest ever 5.0 Megapixel optical zoom camera (also known as the SD400) (found via Digicamera.net).
“In our review, we discovered that with the exception of the Olympus IR-300, the other three cameras were very competitive in many respects. In terms of pure speed, the Canon SD400 and Sony T33 were top performers. When it came to image quality, the Canon SD400 was the best followed closely by the Nikon S1. Overall, the Olympus IR-300 fell short on its promises. We feel that given its performance and lack of features, it is not really on par with the competition. Read on for our in-depth coverage of each camera.”
AnandTech have compared 4 new ultra-compact digital cameras, including the Canon Digital IXUS 50, a 5 megapixel digital camera with stainless steel finish that is Canon’s smallest ever 5.0 Megapixel optical zoom camera (also known as the SD400) (found via Digicamera.net). “In our review, we discovered that with the exception…
Photographic Magazine have published their review of the new Nikon D70s DSLR camera.
” The camera has a good, solid feel, and the controls are well located and easy to use. The large LCD monitor is excellent; I could read it without my reading glasses. It is a pain to have to scroll through the LCD monitor menus every time I want to switch from single-shot AF to continuous AF or vice versa, but otherwise the D70s was a pleasure to use. It’s an excellent entry-level AF SLR, and provides enough features and performance to serve as a backup camera for pros.”
Website: Photographic Magazine - Nikon D70s Review
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Photographic Magazine have published their review of the new Nikon D70s DSLR camera. ” The camera has a good, solid feel, and the controls are well located and easy to use. The large LCD monitor is excellent; I could read it without my reading glasses. It is a pain to…
Photographic Magazine have reviewed the Konica Minolta DiMAGE Scan Elite 5400 II film scanner, the successor to the popular Scan Elite 5400 model.
” With its high resolution, excellent dynamic range and built-in Digital Ice, the Konica Minolta Scan Elite 5400 II is an excellent way for film photographers to move their work into the digital darkroom. The estimated street price of $570 makes this one of the best bargains around, easily beating the competition in price and features.”
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Photographic Magazine have reviewed the Konica Minolta DiMAGE Scan Elite 5400 II film scanner, the successor to the popular Scan Elite 5400 model. ” With its high resolution, excellent dynamic range and built-in Digital Ice, the Konica Minolta Scan Elite 5400 II is an excellent way for film photographers to…
Konica Minolta DiMAGE Z6 is announced. The Konica Minolta Z6 updates the popular Z5 and features a 6 megapixel sensor, 12x zoom lens and 2 inch LCD screen. Konica Minolta’s proprietary CCD-shift Anti-Shake system is emplyed on the Z6, which allows photographers to shoot with shutter speeds four to eight times longer than normal cameras. Price and availability of the Konica Minolta DiMAGE Z6 to be announced.
Konica Minolta USA Press Release
This high performance 6.0-megapixel digital camera features a built-in 12x optical Mega Zoom lens, Konica Minolta’s anti-shake system, rapid autofocus (AF), and excellent battery performance
Mahwah, NJ (August 19, 2005) – Konica Minolta Photo Imaging U.S.A., Inc. introduces the new 6.0-megapixel DiMAGE Z6 digital camera. This camera offers a built-in 12x optical Mega Zoom lens, Konica Minolta’s proprietary Anti-Shake system, Rapid AF with Predictive Focus Control for fast overall responsiveness, built-in flash and excellent battery performance.
Konica Minolta DiMAGE Z6 is announced. The Konica Minolta Z6 updates the popular Z5 and features a 6 megapixel sensor, 12x zoom lens and 2 inch LCD screen. Konica Minolta’s proprietary CCD-shift Anti-Shake system is emplyed on the Z6, which allows photographers to shoot with shutter speeds four to eight…
Photodex Corporation Press Release
Austin, TX - August 17, 2005: Photodex Corporation today released ProShow Producer, the first high-end multimedia slide show presentation product designed specifically for professional photographers. Producer joins the industry leading ProShow product line as the top tier program. It is equipped with powerful new features that streamline workflow and enable professional photographers to quickly and efficiently create quality slide show presentations that sell. Unique features in ProShow Producer include multiple layers per slide, RAW file support, custom show templates, professional DVD menu authoring, color profile awareness, watermarking, caption interactivity, and manual show control.
“Photography consumers now want more than just print packages. The need for professional tools is felt industry wide among photographers,” says Paul Schmidt, President, Photodex Corporation. “Producer allows a photographer to create a compelling DVD slide show to sell as the cornerstone of their digital services, as an add-on product, or as a promotional tool to boost their business.”
Photodex Corporation Press Release Austin, TX - August 17, 2005: Photodex Corporation today released ProShow Producer, the first high-end multimedia slide show presentation product designed specifically for professional photographers. Producer joins the industry leading ProShow product line as the top tier program. It is equipped with powerful new features that…
Manfrotto Press Release
Online guides help customers get full benefit of camera supports and equipment
Bassano del Grappa, Italia (August 18, 2005) – Manfrotto, the world’s leading manufacturer of support products for pro video and photography, is proud to announce the launch of a series of practical photography lessons available to the public at www.manfrotto.com. The lessons were developed in collaboration with Web Photo School, the California, United States based digital photo education company.
Developed to help Manfrotto customers get the most out of their equipment in various “real-life” photographic situations, the lessons provide valuable information on how to tackle different subjects from still life to macro, from nature photography to portraits and more. Each lesson has been created utilizing a range of Manfrotto tripods and heads. Each lesson provides detailed information on every step of the photographic process, from setting up the tripod through framing and lighting technique and turning a good photograph into a great one.
Manfrotto Press Release Online guides help customers get full benefit of camera supports and equipment Bassano del Grappa, Italia (August 18, 2005) – Manfrotto, the world’s leading manufacturer of support products for pro video and photography, is proud to announce the launch of a series of practical photography lessons available…
Panasonic Europe Press Release
Panasonic has won a remarkable four prized EISA Awards, it was announced this week (Monday 15th August). The Awards include the European Zoom Camera of the Year, European DV Camcorder of the Year, European DVD Player of the Year and European Green TV of the Year – the first time this category has been awarded. EISA (the European Imaging and Sound Association) is a prestigious organisation of 50 Audio, Mobile Electronics, Video and Photo magazines drawn from 20 countries across Europe.
Panasonic’s powerful 12x optical zoom DMC-FZ5 won the European Zoom Camera of the Year 2005/2006.
The Photo Panel remarked “Small is not only beautiful but also powerful in the case of the Lumix DMC-FZ5. This very compact camera includes a fast 12x Leica zoom lens, which can be used with confidence at its maximum focal length and in low light thanks to Panasonic’s Mega OIS image stabiliser.” The judges commented further that “A 5-Megapixel CCD assures picture quality, while the Venus Engine II image-processor ensures swift operation and provides an enhanced range of creative options.”
Panasonic Europe Press Release Panasonic has won a remarkable four prized EISA Awards, it was announced this week (Monday 15th August). The Awards include the European Zoom Camera of the Year, European DV Camcorder of the Year, European DVD Player of the Year and European Green TV of the Year…
MAGIX Press Release
Burn DVDs from Internet Video, TV Cards, Camcorder Home Movies, VHS Films, and Commercial-Free TV for Enhanced Home Entertainment
Miami, FL, August 18, 2005 – MAGIX, the market leader for photo, video, and audio software (1), announced today MAGIX Movies on CD & DVD 4 for enhanced home entertainment. MAGIX Movies on CD & DVD 4 livens up everyday TV and video viewing by restoring and preserving collections of home videos, favorite TV shows, VHS films, and video downloaded from the Internet. MAGIX Movies on CD & DVD 4 converts all your favorite movies into high-quality CDs or DVDs to enjoy on your home or portable entertainment systems. Available in the retail channel starting September 15th, 2005, MAGIX Movies on CD & DVD 4 is priced at $39.99.
MAGIX Press Release Burn DVDs from Internet Video, TV Cards, Camcorder Home Movies, VHS Films, and Commercial-Free TV for Enhanced Home Entertainment Miami, FL, August 18, 2005 – MAGIX, the market leader for photo, video, and audio software (1), announced today MAGIX Movies on CD & DVD 4 for enhanced…
Kodak Press Release
Kodak Ranked Highest in Two Segments of J.D. Power and Associates 2005 Digital Camera Satisfaction Study SM For Second Year In A Row
KODAK EASYSHARE Cameras Highest Ranked Brand in the $200-399 and $199 or Less Price Segments; Representing More Than 85 Percent of the U.S. Digital Camera Market
August 17 2005 — Solidifying its reputation for quality and ease of use among consumers, Eastman Kodak Company today again captured the highest rankings in two of the four segments in the J.D. Power and Associates 2005 Digital Camera Satisfaction Study SM.
In the second annual consumer study evaluating digital camera performance, connectivity, cost and appearance, KODAK EASYSHARE digital still cameras ranked highest in customer satisfaction in two price categories: $200-399 and $199 or less. This is the second year in a row that Kodak has captured the coveted $200-399 price segment. Digital cameras in these two segments comprise more than 85 percent of the U.S. market, according to NPD Techworld.
Kodak Press Release Kodak Ranked Highest in Two Segments of J.D. Power and Associates 2005 Digital Camera Satisfaction Study SM For Second Year In A Row KODAK EASYSHARE Cameras Highest Ranked Brand in the $200-399 and $199 or Less Price Segments; Representing More Than 85 Percent of the U.S. Digital…
Lexar Press Release
Lexar’s New JumpDrive® Lightning Strikes With Top-Of-The-Line Capacity, Blazing Speed and Dazzling Design
London, August 2005 – Lexar Media, Inc. (Nasdaq:LEXR), a leader in advanced digital media and accessories, today announced the JumpDrive Lightning range. The JumpDrive Lightning is the company’s flagship USB flash drive and its stainless steel casing protects between 512mb (£49.99), 1GB (£79.99) and 2GB (£149.99) of plug&play memory.
JumpDrive Lightning is unrivaled in terms of capacity, software functionality and design. With a distinctive stainless steel casing, JumpDrive Lightning is capable of impressive read/write speeds, the 2GB JumpDrive Lightning providing a speed rating of 120x (18MB/sec) minimum sustained write speed capability and 160x (24 MB/sec) minimum sustained read speed capability. It’s ideal for business professionals, power users and anyone looking for high performance storage, portability and the ability to save and carry large amounts of digital pictures, music, presentations or any other data files.
Lexar Press Release Lexar’s New JumpDrive® Lightning Strikes With Top-Of-The-Line Capacity, Blazing Speed and Dazzling Design London, August 2005 – Lexar Media, Inc. (Nasdaq:LEXR), a leader in advanced digital media and accessories, today announced the JumpDrive Lightning range. The JumpDrive Lightning is the company’s flagship USB flash drive and its…
Lexar Press Release
Lexar Offers Personality and Fun with New JumpDrive® Expression
London, August 2005 – Lexar Media, Inc. (Nasdaq:LEXR), a leader in advanced digital media and accessories, today announced the JumpDrive Expression range of stylish, high speed USB 2.0 flash memory drives that bring an element of fun and personality to portable storage needs.
“Continuing in Lexar’s quest to provide consumer-driven product features and distinctive industrial design, JumpDrive Expression is the newest addition to Lexar’s complete line of USB flash drives,” said Fraser MacDonald, Product Marketing Manager at Lexar. “JumpDrive Expression continues in this tradition, providing functionality well beyond storage with a creative twist appealing to those people who want a little more personality and distinct character in their JumpDrive product.”
Lexar Press Release Lexar Offers Personality and Fun with New JumpDrive® Expression London, August 2005 – Lexar Media, Inc. (Nasdaq:LEXR), a leader in advanced digital media and accessories, today announced the JumpDrive Expression range of stylish, high speed USB 2.0 flash memory drives that bring an element of fun and…
Lexar Press Release
Lexar’s Platinum Series Flash Memory Cards Provide Consumers with High-Speed Performance and Superior Reliability
Complete Platinum Series of Cards Now Speed-Rated at 40X, Including Memory Stick PRO and Secure Digital (SD) Formats
London, August 2005 – Lexar Media, Inc. (Nasdaq: LEXR), a world leader in advanced digital media technologies, today announced the company’s full line of Platinum Series flash memory cards. All cards in the Platinum Range are speed-rated at 40X, equivalent to a minimum sustained data read and write speed capability of 6MB per second, and provide consumers with superior performance.
Available in recently updated, contemporary packaging designed to drive consumer interest at retail sales locations worldwide, Lexar’s Platinum Series now includes Memory Stick PRO™ and Secure Digital™ (SD) flash media formats as well as CompactFlash®.
Lexar Press Release Lexar’s Platinum Series Flash Memory Cards Provide Consumers with High-Speed Performance and Superior Reliability Complete Platinum Series of Cards Now Speed-Rated at 40X, Including Memory Stick PRO and Secure Digital (SD) Formats London, August 2005 – Lexar Media, Inc. (Nasdaq: LEXR), a world leader in advanced digital…
LaCie Press Release
LaCie Introduces New d2 Hard Drive Range With Unrivaled Speed, Capacity and Design
August 16, 2005 - LaCie continues to break the boundaries of speed, capacity and design with the launch of its fourth-generation d2 Extreme range of external hard drives. This award-winning range of drives combines unrivaled features and benefits including:
* Capacity: from 160GB to 2TB in ultra-compact metal case
* Speed: up to an amazing 88MB/s per drive and 800Mbits/s per bus
* Connectivity: FireWire 800, FireWire 400/iLink, Hi-Speed USB 2.0
* Reliability: ultra-quiet smart fan on some models and improved natural heat dissipation
* Versatility: daisy-chain, stack, stand upright or mount in a rack
LaCie Press Release LaCie Introduces New d2 Hard Drive Range With Unrivaled Speed, Capacity and Design August 16, 2005 - LaCie continues to break the boundaries of speed, capacity and design with the launch of its fourth-generation d2 Extreme range of external hard drives. This award-winning range of drives combines…
Ulead Press Release
Ulead Announces CD & DVD PictureShow 4 - New Version of Software for Creating Slideshows to Watch on TV.
Latest Version Takes Ease-of-Use to the Next Level Offering High-Quality Themed Templates and Creative Expression Functionality Together in One Package.
Northampton August 18th 2005 – Ulead Systems, Inc., a 15-year industry leader in video, image and DVD software, today announced the release of CD & DVD PictureShow 4, the latest version of its award-winning slideshow creation software. CD & DVD PictureShow 4 is the must have software accessory for digital camera users who want to easily make a photo album slideshow that they can watch on TV and also share with family and friends.
Ulead Press Release Ulead Announces CD & DVD PictureShow 4 - New Version of Software for Creating Slideshows to Watch on TV. Latest Version Takes Ease-of-Use to the Next Level Offering High-Quality Themed Templates and Creative Expression Functionality Together in One Package. Northampton August 18th 2005 – Ulead Systems, Inc.…