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DIWA member and Polish website Fotopolis have just published their review of the Canon Digital IXUS 700 digital camera (also known as the Canon PowerShot SD500 Digital ELPH).
Website: Fotopolis - Canon Digital IXUS 700 Review
DIWA member and Polish website Fotopolis have just published their review of the Canon Digital IXUS 700 digital camera (also known as the Canon PowerShot SD500 Digital ELPH). Website: Fotopolis - Canon Digital IXUS 700 Review Check the Latest Prices for the Canon Digital IXUS 700 Write a Review of…
DIWA member and Czech website FotoAparat.cz have reviewed the new Casio Exilim Pro EX-P505, which features a 5X optical zoom, an imaging CCD with 5.0 megapixels, Casio’s “EXILIM engine”, and a large 2-inch TFT color rotating screen.
Website: FotoAparat.cz - Casio Exilim Pro EX-P505 Review
DIWA member and Czech website FotoAparat.cz have reviewed the new Casio Exilim Pro EX-P505, which features a 5X optical zoom, an imaging CCD with 5.0 megapixels, Casio’s “EXILIM engine”, and a large 2-inch TFT color rotating screen. Website: FotoAparat.cz - Casio Exilim Pro EX-P505 Review Check the Latest Prices for…
CNET have just published their review of the 6 megapixel Pentax *ist DS DSLR.
“Although the most compact of the sub-$1,000 digital SLRs, the Pentax *ist DS is not a functionality lightweight. Packed into its 30-ounce (with 18mm-to-55mm lens, battery, and media), polycarbonate-clad stainless-steel frame is an array of automated and user-selectable exposure and scene controls, a brilliant optical viewfinder and an LCD that are easy on the eyes, and enthusiast-pleasing options such as an eight-frame, 2.5fps drive mode. In some ways, the *ist DS is an upgrade from its more expensive *ist D sibling, trading a few minor features for some significant improvements.”
Website: CNET - Pentax *ist DS Review
CNET have just published their review of the 6 megapixel Pentax *ist DS DSLR. “Although the most compact of the sub-$1,000 digital SLRs, the Pentax *ist DS is not a functionality lightweight. Packed into its 30-ounce (with 18mm-to-55mm lens, battery, and media), polycarbonate-clad stainless-steel frame is an array of automated…
HP PSC 1610 All-in-One printer is announced today. The HP PSC 1610 is an all-in-one printer, scanner and copier with a recommended street price of £99.99. The HP PSC 1610 All-in-One offers print and copy speeds of up to 23 pages per minute (ppm) in black and up to 18 ppm in colour and can scan at 1200 x 4800 dpi resolution and 48-bit colour.
HP UK Press Release
A versatile, stylish All-in-One that meets home users’ print, scan and copy needs
LONDON, UK, 4 May, 2005. HP (NYSE, Nasdaq: HPQ) today announced the launch of the HP PSC 1610 All-in-One, designed for the creative family or home office user. This product offers a range of high quality print, scan and copy functions in a stylish and easy to operate device.
The HP PSC 1610 All-in-One allows images to be printed directly from a Pictbridge-enabled digital camera or via the built-in memory card slot , without ever needing to connect to a computer.
True-to-life photos can be created using 4800-optimised dpi (1200-input dpi) or optional 6-ink colour, (available with the purchase of the HP No. 348 Photo Inkjet Print Cartridge) in any size up to large panorama (215 x 610 mm). Whether from a digital camera or scanned image, results will be true-to-life and virtually grain-free.
HP PSC 1610 All-in-One printer is announced today. The HP PSC 1610 is an all-in-one printer, scanner and copier with a recommended street price of £99.99. The HP PSC 1610 All-in-One offers print and copy speeds of up to 23 pages per minute (ppm) in black and up to 1…
The Spanish website Quesabesde have posted their review of the entry-level Olympus C-500 Zoom digicam (also known as the D-595).
Website: Quesabesde - Olympus C-500 Zoom Review
The Spanish website Quesabesde have posted their review of the entry-level Olympus C-500 Zoom digicam (also known as the D-595). Website: Quesabesde - Olympus C-500 Zoom Review Check the Latest Prices for the Olympus C-500 Zoom Write a Review of the Olympus C-500 Zoom
Professional photographer Thom Hogan has published his review of the new 12 megapixel Nikon D2X digital SLR.
“I believe Nikon has opened a huge can of worms here. No photographer that I know of currently sees a user-advantage to white balance encryption, and that’s problematic on its face. Nikon still doesn’t quite understand that if you don’t fully design to customer needs and wants, the competing manufacturer that does will grow faster and sell more product. The pro market is even more unforgiving. A Canon 1DsMarkII has no similar flaw, fatal or annoying. Thus, there’s a friction present that keeps a pro from picking a D2x over a 1DsMarkII. Other traits have to overcome that friction. At this level of product, the only trait that has that potential is that the D2x is US$2500-3000 less in price than the 1DsMarkII. Both cameras take unbelievable pictures, both have pro-level performance and features, but one has a workflow flaw and costs less than the one that doesn’t have that flaw. How much is that flaw worth to you?”
Website: Thom Hogan - Nikon D2X Review
Professional photographer Thom Hogan has published his review of the new 12 megapixel Nikon D2X digital SLR. “I believe Nikon has opened a huge can of worms here. No photographer that I know of currently sees a user-advantage to white balance encryption, and that’s problematic on its face. Nikon still…
TrustedReviews have published their review of the 3 megapixel Canon PowerShot A510 digital camera.
“As you can see from the accompanying sample pictures, focusing, exposure and colour fidelity are all superb. In default mode there is some evidence of over-sharpening, but there is a low-sharpening option in the menu. There is some purple fringing, but whether by good design or good fortune the fringes appear on the upward edge of bright highlights, so the lines that often appear along roof ridges are effectively hidden.”
Website: TrustedReviews - Canon PowerShot A510 Review
TrustedReviews have published their review of the 3 megapixel Canon PowerShot A510 digital camera. “As you can see from the accompanying sample pictures, focusing, exposure and colour fidelity are all superb. In default mode there is some evidence of over-sharpening, but there is a low-sharpening option in the menu. There…
Photo Tidbits have posted their review of the new 8 megapixel Olympus E-300 / Evolt DSLR.
“The Kodak imager seems to perform nicely: the dynamic range seems OK, and I had problems finding any traces of purple fringing at high-contrast transitions between dark branches and bright sky at image corners. Ultimately, I was able to find some, but moderate, among the best I’ve seen. The colors are as good as I have learned to expect from Olympus: eye candy (in the good sense of the word). Contrary to some reviews, for me the E-300 provides a better and more consistent color balance than E-1, verified by shooting with both side-by-side; this in spite of the E-1 having an additional, external WB sensor. “
Website: Photo Tidbits - Olympus E-300 / Evolt Review
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Photo Tidbits have posted their review of the new 8 megapixel Olympus E-300 / Evolt DSLR. “The Kodak imager seems to perform nicely: the dynamic range seems OK, and I had problems finding any traces of purple fringing at high-contrast transitions between dark branches and bright sky at image corners…
InfoTrends/CAP Ventures Press Release
Home Photo Printer Market Booming: Up Almost $400 Million in 2004, InfoTrends/CAP Ventures Study Says
(Weymouth, MA) May, 03 2005… A 39% surge in photo printer shipments in 2004 drove an 8% increase in the overall home printer market, according to a new report from InfoTrends/CAP Ventures. Additionally, the photo printer category as a whole hit $1.5 billion in 2004, experiencing a 33% revenue growth over 2003.
“The digital camera revolution has ignited demand for better home photo printing solutions,” said Ed Lee, director of the Photo Printing Trends service at InfoTrends/CAP Ventures. “Vendors have seized on the opportunity by rolling out a succession of new photo printing features, spawning upgrades that are meeting consumer needs and invigorating the stagnant printer market.”
InfoTrends/CAP Ventures Press Release Home Photo Printer Market Booming: Up Almost $400 Million in 2004, InfoTrends/CAP Ventures Study Says (Weymouth, MA) May, 03 2005… A 39% surge in photo printer shipments in 2004 drove an 8% increase in the overall home printer market, according to a new report from InfoTrends/CAP…
SpotPhoto have published their review of the Canon EOS 20D digital SLR camera.
“Canon EOS 20D is excellent camera with well balanced usability, picture quality and speed. I can heartily recommend it to everyone. Just remember to get some good lens to get the maximum quality out of it. If you’re not willing to spend extra then rather check out Canon 350D and spend money that is left over from body on quality glass. It will make much more importance in your pictures than the body.”
Website: SpotPhoto - Canon EOS 20D Review
SpotPhoto have published their review of the Canon EOS 20D digital SLR camera. “Canon EOS 20D is excellent camera with well balanced usability, picture quality and speed. I can heartily recommend it to everyone. Just remember to get some good lens to get the maximum quality out of it. If…
BIOS have just reviewed the new Epson P-2000 Multimedia Storage Viewer.
“Epson’s P-2000 Multimedia Storage Viewer is a neat device for copying, transferring, reviewing and storing your digital files in the field. Ideally suited to digital SLR camera users, the device lets you view RAW file formats as well as JPEGs on its beautiful 3.8in. VGA (640x480 pixels) display, and you can also use it playback video and audio files, and connect it directly to a PC or TV. It will even print directly onto compatible Epson printers. Its battery life is better than its predecessor, the P-1000, but at just 3.5 hours is still restrictive. File format support is also relatively limited and audio quality is basic, especially compared to media centre devices, but the P-2000 Multimedia Storage Viewer is a high quality device that serves a number of useful purposes and is sure to make its way into many photographers’ bags.”
Website: BIOS - Epson P-2000 Multimedia Storage Viewer Review
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BIOS have just reviewed the new Epson P-2000 Multimedia Storage Viewer. “Epson’s P-2000 Multimedia Storage Viewer is a neat device for copying, transferring, reviewing and storing your digital files in the field. Ideally suited to digital SLR camera users, the device lets you view RAW file formats as well as…
Canon UK Press Release
If you’ve exhausted the list of traditional ‘Dad’ presents and are looking for something extra special to give to yours this Father’s Day (19 June 2005), Canon’s range of digital kit could make the perfect gift. Whatever your Dad’s into, from extreme sports to classic cars, Canon has a gift that will suit.
For the ultra-stylish Dad
Canon’s Digital IXUS 700 packs 7 Megapixels into a brushed stainless steal ‘titanium grey’ body which won’t ruin the lines in his suit, and will impress on the golf course. Powered by the same DIGIC II processor found in Canon’s professional-series Digital SLRs, the IXUS 700 really is the thoroughbred of digital cameras.
For the emergent photographer Dad
For Dads who have exhausted the abilities of their ‘point and shoot’ compact camera, the EOS 350D Digital SLR can provide the answer. The camera combines features more commonly found in professional level DSLRs with an ease of use designed to appeal to first time users.
Canon UK Press Release If you’ve exhausted the list of traditional ‘Dad’ presents and are looking for something extra special to give to yours this Father’s Day (19 June 2005), Canon’s range of digital kit could make the perfect gift. Whatever your Dad’s into, from extreme sports to classic cars…
O’Reilly Press Release
Edit, Organize, and Share Digital Photos Like a Pro
O’Reilly Releases “Photoshop Elements 3: The Missing Manual”
Farnham, UK—Even Grandma wields a digital camera these days. Everyone appreciates the instant gratification, the email-ready photos, and the end to overstuffed shoeboxes. But people are also realizing something else, says author Barbara Brundage: “The image-editing and picture-organizing software that comes with most cameras can be pretty limited when it’s time to spruce up your digital photos. Even if you’re scanning in old prints and slides, you’ll want a program that’ll help you rejuvenate these gems and eliminate the wear and tear of all those years.”
That’s where Photoshop Elements 3 comes in. With most of the power of Photoshop—the tool of choice among graphics professionals—it lets people manipulate their digital images just as they like. But even though Elements is meant for “regular folks,” says Brundage, “finding your way around the program has become a lot more complicated than it used to be.” And since it doesn’t come with a trusty manual, she wrote the all-new, full-color “Photoshop Elements 3: The Missing Manual” (O’Reilly).
O’Reilly Press Release Edit, Organize, and Share Digital Photos Like a Pro O’Reilly Releases “Photoshop Elements 3: The Missing Manual” Farnham, UK—Even Grandma wields a digital camera these days. Everyone appreciates the instant gratification, the email-ready photos, and the end to overstuffed shoeboxes. But people are also realizing something else…
DxO Labs Press Release
DxO Labs Announces Public Beta release of DxO Optics Pro version 3.0 Software now featuring DxO Noise and DxO Lighting technologies.
Demanding photographers worldwide invited to preview major upgrade of software providing Digital-SLR and lens automatic image quality enhancement.
Paris, May 3rd 2005. DxO Labs today made available a public beta version of its soon-to-be released DxO Optics Pro version 3.0 software. DxO Optics Pro V3.0 automatically enhances images produced by Digital single-lens reflex (Digital-SLR) cameras and their lenses with revolutionary optics, noise and lighting corrections packed in an all-new, easy-to-use feature rich application.
Serious photographers worldwide are invited to download and test-drive DxO Optics Pro V3.0 from the DxO Labs Web site (http://www.dxo.com)and provide feedback on all aspects of this landmark application.
“I’m delighted that DxO Optics Pro software has won the praise of photographers and journalists worldwide since it was originally introduced in May 2004,” said Luc Marin, Vice President of the Photography Business unit at DxO Labs. “Now, less than one year later, with the announcement of Version 3.0 we are also adding significant new image enhancement technologies to benefit even more Digital-SLR photographers around the world.”
DxO Labs Press Release DxO Labs Announces Public Beta release of DxO Optics Pro version 3.0 Software now featuring DxO Noise and DxO Lighting technologies. Demanding photographers worldwide invited to preview major upgrade of software providing Digital-SLR and lens automatic image quality enhancement. Paris, May 3rd 2005. DxO Labs today…
The Sigma 10-20mm F4-5.6 EX DC HSM lens is a wide-angle zoom lens designed for digital SLRs with APS-C size image sensors. The Sigma 10-20mm F4-5.6 EX DC HSM lens offer a focal length equivalent to approximately 16-32mm (assuming a 1.6x focal factor). The Sigma 10-20mm lens will fit Sigma, Canon and Nikon digital SLR cameras. Sigma UK have just announced that the recommended retail price of the 10-20mm F4-5.6 EX DC HSM will be £369.99.
Sigma UK Press Release
Sigma Announce Price of the New 10-20mm F4-5.6 EX DC HSM
First deliveries of the eagerly anticipated Sigma 10-20mm f/4-5.6 EX DC HSM lens will be arriving in the UK shortly with a competitive suggested retail price of £369.99.
The super wide-angle capability of the 10-20mm F4-5.6 EX DC HSM lens makes it a very powerful tool for both indoor and landscape photography. It is specifically designed to optimise results with digital SLR cameras encorporating APS-C size image sensors.
The Sigma 10-20mm F4-5.6 EX DC HSM lens is a wide-angle zoom lens designed for digital SLRs with APS-C size image sensors. The Sigma 10-20mm F4-5.6 EX DC HSM lens offer a focal length equivalent to approximately 16-32mm (assuming a 1.6x focal factor). The Sigma 10-20mm lens will fit Sigma…
Sigma 30mm F1.4 EX DC HSM is a fast large aperture lens designed for digital SLR cameras. When used on a DSLR with an APS-C sized sensor, the 30mm F1.4 EX DC HSM is equivalent to approx. 52mm. The Sigma 30mm lens is available for Sigma, Canon and Nikon cameras. Sigma UK have just announced that the recommended retail price of the 30mm F1.4 EX DC HSM will be £319.99.
Sigma UK Press Release
Sigma Announce Price of the New 30mm F1.4 EX DC
Sigma Imaging (UK) Ltd will soon be taking the first deliveries of the new Sigma 30mm f/1.4 EX DC lens with a suggested retail price of £319.99.
This large aperture 30mm F1.4 EX DC HSM lens is designed to match the APS-C size image sensors of digital SLR cameras. Two SLD glass elements are especially effective in the compensation of magnification chromatic aberration.
Sigma 30mm F1.4 EX DC HSM is a fast large aperture lens designed for digital SLR cameras. When used on a DSLR with an APS-C sized sensor, the 30mm F1.4 EX DC HSM is equivalent to approx. 52mm. The Sigma 30mm lens is available for Sigma, Canon and Nikon cameras…
PCMagazine have published their review of the 3 megapixel Canon PowerShot A510 digital camera.
“The 3.2-megapixel Canon PowerShot A510, which was released in tandem with the 4MP PowerShot A520, is a replacement for the PowerShot A75. It is smaller and lighter than its predecessor, and is identical to the A520 except for its smaller image sensor. Overall, the picture quality is good, but the camera suffers from some of the same flaws as its higher-resolution sibling, especially in the speed department. But the A510 offers excellent flexibility and control for a modest price, making it a good value for those who don’t need a whole lot of extra pixels.”
Website: PCMagazine - Canon PowerShot A510 Review
PCMagazine have published their review of the 3 megapixel Canon PowerShot A510 digital camera. “The 3.2-megapixel Canon PowerShot A510, which was released in tandem with the 4MP PowerShot A520, is a replacement for the PowerShot A75. It is smaller and lighter than its predecessor, and is identical to the A52…
The Spanish website Quesabesde have published their review of the Kodak EasyShare Z700, a 4 megapixel digital camera with 5x optical zoom lens.
Website: Quesabesde - Kodak EasyShare Z700 Review
The Spanish website Quesabesde have published their review of the Kodak EasyShare Z700, a 4 megapixel digital camera with 5x optical zoom lens. Website: Quesabesde - Kodak EasyShare Z700 Review Check the Latest Prices for the Kodak EasyShare Z700 Write a Review of the Kodak EasyShare Z700
DCResource have reviewed the new Casio Exilim Pro EX-P505, which features a 5X optical zoom, an imaging CCD with 5.0 megapixels, Casio’s “EXILIM engine”, and a large 2-inch TFT color rotating screen.
“The P505 is a fairly compact camera with a 5X zoom lens. The build quality leaves much to be desired, though. The body is made almost entirely of plastic and it feels very “cheap” in your hands. The mode dial and the battery/memory card slot cover are especially flimsy. Still, the camera is very light and it can be used easily with just one hand. The lens is self-contained so it never extends out of the body. That means that you can use it while recording movies! The camera has a 2-inch LCD display that can flip out to the side and rotate—which is handy—though there’s no optical viewfinder to be found.”
Website: DCResource - Casio Exilim Pro EX-P505 Review
DCResource have reviewed the new Casio Exilim Pro EX-P505, which features a 5X optical zoom, an imaging CCD with 5.0 megapixels, Casio’s “EXILIM engine”, and a large 2-inch TFT color rotating screen. “The P505 is a fairly compact camera with a 5X zoom lens. The build quality leaves much to…
CNET have published a review of the 6 megapixel Casio QV-R62.
“Taking the resolution lead in Casio’s QV series, the 6-megapixel QV-R62 comes outfitted with newbie-friendly features such as Casio’s signature Best Shot scene modes and a pop-up help system. This nicely priced camera is easy to use and a good choice for snapshooters who want a little more from their camera than just the basic point-and-shoot. The Casio QV-R62 lags behind the competition in some ways—its Movie mode doesn’t record sound and its shot-to-shot time isn’t great, but if you’re more likely to be shooting a tree than a car race, this won’t be a problem.”
Website: CNET - Casio QV-R62 Review
CNET have published a review of the 6 megapixel Casio QV-R62. “Taking the resolution lead in Casio’s QV series, the 6-megapixel QV-R62 comes outfitted with newbie-friendly features such as Casio’s signature Best Shot scene modes and a pop-up help system. This nicely priced camera is easy to use and a…