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DigiCamReview have reviewed the 3 megapixel, 12x optical zoom Panasonic DMC-FZ3 digital camera.
“The camera is compact and is designed well - the camera feels very comfortable in my hands, and seems like a “real” camera. The camera is fairly compact considering the zoom power. The camera is easy to use, the menu system is easy to use and there is a good layout of buttons and controls. There is a good choice of features and options to suit all levels of experience, from shutter/aperture control to scene modes, as well as manual white balance, live histogram etc - although some may be dissapointed to find that there is no manual focus. The camera speed is good, with a okay switch on time, good focusing time, and good shutter response.”
Website: DigiCamReview - Panasonic DMC-FZ3 Review
DigiCamReview have reviewed the 3 megapixel, 12x optical zoom Panasonic DMC-FZ3 digital camera. “The camera is compact and is designed well - the camera feels very comfortable in my hands, and seems like a “real” camera. The camera is fairly compact considering the zoom power. The camera is easy to…
Adobe UK Press Release
STOCKLEY PARK, UK. — April 08 2005 — Adobe® Systems today announced the return of Adobe Live for 2005. Building on the success of last year’s event, Adobe Live will be even bigger and better than before, with a larger exhibition area plus a wider variety of seminars including demonstrations of the brand new Adobe Creative Suite 2. Once again, the event is free to attend and is taking place on May 26th and 27th at the Business Design Centre, Islington.
Adobe Live is designed to help creative professionals, from all areas of industry, get the most out of Adobe software. Three key themes take precedence this year: Digital Imaging, Publishing, Design and Advertising – so if you’re in print or web design, advertising or photography – make sure you don’t miss out!
Adobe UK Press Release STOCKLEY PARK, UK. — April 08 2005 — Adobe® Systems today announced the return of Adobe Live for 2005. Building on the success of last year’s event, Adobe Live will be even bigger and better than before, with a larger exhibition area plus a wider variety…
The HP Photosmart 8750 is HP’s new top-of-the-range A3+ / 19x13 inch sized inkjet printer. The HP 8750 is a 9 colour inkjet printer that allows you to print colour and black and white borderless photos at up to 4800x1200-optimized dpi. When used with the HP Photosmart 8750, the new HP 101 Blue Photo Inkjet Print Cartridge is claimed to deliver noticeable improvements in images with intense blues, including landscapes, seascapes and sports photos. The HP 8750 also promises to produce truly neutral black and white prints by using a dedicated Grey Photo cartridge. Can the new kid on the block challenge the likes of Epson and Canon and become the A3 printer of choice? Read my review to find out.
Website: HP Photosmart 8750 Review
The HP Photosmart 8750 is HP’s new top-of-the-range A3+ / 19x13 inch sized inkjet printer. The HP 8750 is a 9 colour inkjet printer that allows you to print colour and black and white borderless photos at up to 4800x1200-optimized dpi. When used with the HP Photosmart 8750, the new…
Following recent speculation, Nikon UK is pleased to confirm the launch of two new digital SLR cameras to be launched towards the end of April 2005.
Both cameras have been designed to meet the requirements of the entry-level digital SLR user. The first will position itself as successor to the Nikon D70, offering an upgraded version to this highly commended D-SLR. The camera will incorporate the latest in Nikon technology, whilst retaining the functionality and quality which has come to be expected from the D70.
In addition to this, Nikon will be introducing a second D-SLR, specifically designed for consumers looking to upgrade from a digital compact to the next level of digital photography. The camera will be affordable and easy to use, perfect for the D-SLR beginner.
More detailed information on both new products will follow shortly.
Following recent speculation, Nikon UK is pleased to confirm the launch of two new digital SLR cameras to be launched towards the end of April 2005. Both cameras have been designed to meet the requirements of the entry-level digital SLR user. The first will position itself as successor to the…
Photo-i have just reviewed VueScan from Hamrick Software, a third-party scanner software application.
“Just to keep the review totally fair, I scanned the same transparency on both the Epson 4870 and the Canon 9950F. Canon’s ScanGear (an interface which I don’t rate) did a very good job with the colours and produced some nice looking scans. EpsonScan and the 4870 also produced a good looking scan. VueScan made a mess of the Canon 9950F’s capabilities, but worked marginally better with the Epson scanner. I can only conclude that supporting over 400 scanners is too ambitious, perhaps this number should be reduced and more attention given to individual scanners.”
Website: Photo-i - VueScan Review
Photo-i have just reviewed VueScan from Hamrick Software, a third-party scanner software application. “Just to keep the review totally fair, I scanned the same transparency on both the Epson 4870 and the Canon 9950F. Canon’s ScanGear (an interface which I don’t rate) did a very good job with the colours…
DIWA member and Czech website FotoAparat have just posted their review of the new 5 megapixel Konica Minolta Z5 digital camera.
Website: FotoAparat - Konica Minolta DiMAGE Z5 Review
DIWA member and Czech website FotoAparat have just posted their review of the new 5 megapixel Konica Minolta Z5 digital camera. Website: FotoAparat - Konica Minolta DiMAGE Z5 Review Check the Latest Prices for the Konica Minolta DiMAGE Z5 Write a Review of the Konica Minolta DiMAGE Z5
DigitalCameraInfo have reviewed the 5 megapixel Panasonic LUMIX DMC-LZ2, which features a 6x optical zoom lens and an Optical Image Stabilizer to combat camera shake.
“The LZ2 has several subtle features that aim to make handling more comfortable; a shallow right-hand grip, a curved structure on the front for the index and middle fingers, and small edge on the back for the thumb. With such a shallow angle of the grip, my hand felt a little cramped after an hour or so of on and off usage (and I don’t have overly large hands as some other users might). This camera will be best for 20 minutes or so of continuous shooting, but could extremely get uncomfortable after that. The lightweight construction will enable users to shoot easily with some level of control with just one hand, though two are recommended, of course.”
Website: DigitalCameraInfo - Panasonic LUMIX DMC-LZ2 Review
DigitalCameraInfo have reviewed the 5 megapixel Panasonic LUMIX DMC-LZ2, which features a 6x optical zoom lens and an Optical Image Stabilizer to combat camera shake. “The LZ2 has several subtle features that aim to make handling more comfortable; a shallow right-hand grip, a curved structure on the front for the…
Just bought a new Canon digital SLR camera but confused about which flashgun you should buy to go with it? Bob Atkins has a handy overview of the Canon flashguns, including the new Canon Speedlite 580EX flashgun.
“If I was a typical amateur photographer who was looking for a new speedlite to go with a new DSLR, I’d probably go for the 420EX unless I was serious about flash photography. It has most of the features that average photogrpher is likely to need for single flash work. If you want to use multiple flash units, then the wireless control features of the 580EX makes it the better buy, but you’ll still need a 420EX (or another 580EX) as your wireless slave! The 580EX is also required if you want manual control of flash power and stroboscopic operation. It’s clearly a better and more capable flash, but it’s an extra $200.”
Website: Bob Atkins - Canon Speedlites - 580EX, 420EX, 220EX
Just bought a new Canon digital SLR camera but confused about which flashgun you should buy to go with it? Bob Atkins has a handy overview of the Canon flashguns, including the new Canon Speedlite 580EX flashgun. “If I was a typical amateur photographer who was looking for a new…
CNET have just published their review of the Canon Digital IXUS 700 digital camera (also known as the Canon PowerShot SD500 Digital ELPH).
“he Canon PowerShot SD500 is in many ways a lovely camera and in many ways a frustrating one. On the plus side, it has an exterior design that combines form and function more elegantly than any point-and-shoot we’ve ever tested. A Digic II-powered image-processing system enables the SD500 to snap a limitless stream of 7-megapixel photos at a respectable clip, and its start-up time is tops in its class. Unfortunately, the camera’s downside is also substantial. Severe fringing, hit-and-miss focus, and high noise even at lower ISO settings bedevil the SD500’s photos. In the end, this is a camera that we really enjoyed shooting with but whose weak photo quality ultimately disappointed us.”
Website: CNET - Canon Digital IXUS 700 Review
CNET have just published their review of the Canon Digital IXUS 700 digital camera (also known as the Canon PowerShot SD500 Digital ELPH). “he Canon PowerShot SD500 is in many ways a lovely camera and in many ways a frustrating one. On the plus side, it has an exterior design…
I/OMagic GigaBank 6.0 is announced. The GigaBank 6.0 is a 6GB portable storage device is less than 2.5 inches square and weighs less than 2 ounces. The GigaBank 6.0 is powered through a USB 2.0 port and requires no battery or power adapter. The I/OMagic GigaBank 6.0 ships in May 2005 with a suggested retail price of $199.
I/OMagic Press Release
I/OMagic Set to Ship New GigaBank 6.0; The Company Expands its Portable Storage Device Line-up with New, Mini 6GB Unit
IRVINE, Calif.—(BUSINESS WIRE)—April 7, 2005—I/OMagic Corporation (OTCBB:IOMG), a provider of data storage and digital entertainment products, today announced that it will soon ship the latest in its Portable Storage Device line-up, the GigaBank(TM) 6.0. The GigaBank(TM) 6.0 has up to 6 GB(a) of storage capacity in a mini (2"x0.5"x2.5”) and lightweight (less than two ounces) unit designed to store or back-up files, store MP3s or transfer files from one computer to another.
“The GigaBank(TM) 6.0 is perfect for anyone on the go,” said Tony Andrews, Vice President of Engineering and Product Development for I/OMagic Corporation. “It is pocket size so you can take important files with you anywhere. You’ll never have to be without the information you need with the GigaBank(TM) 6.0.”
I/OMagic GigaBank 6.0 is announced. The GigaBank 6.0 is a 6GB portable storage device is less than 2.5 inches square and weighs less than 2 ounces. The GigaBank 6.0 is powered through a USB 2.0 port and requires no battery or power adapter. The I/OMagic GigaBank 6.0 ships in May…
FiringSquad have just published a very detailed guide to budget LCD monitors and monitor technology in general.
“If you choose the right monitor, you’ll get years of quality service. In this comparison of 8 budget LCD monitors, FiringSquad’s pulled together its best team to help make the most sense of pixel refresh times and colorimetry. You’ll learn about the myth of pixel refresh and why color accuracy is such an important element of a LCD monitor.”
FiringSquad have just published a very detailed guide to budget LCD monitors and monitor technology in general. “If you choose the right monitor, you’ll get years of quality service. In this comparison of 8 budget LCD monitors, FiringSquad’s pulled together its best team to help make the most sense of…
CameraTown have just reviewed a software program called eFotoXpress.
“eFotoXpress is a software utility for digital camera owners that love to share their pictures with friends or family, but don’t want to spend hours uploading images to a photo sharing site. eFotoXpress makes it simple to select a group of photographs, click once or twice, and have all those images ready to go in an email. Can a full size image really be compressed to 80kb in size, and if so, what does the final image look like? Read the review to find out.”
Website: CameraTown - eFotoXpress Review
CameraTown have just reviewed a software program called eFotoXpress. “eFotoXpress is a software utility for digital camera owners that love to share their pictures with friends or family, but don’t want to spend hours uploading images to a photo sharing site. eFotoXpress makes it simple to select a group of…
Unmediated have published a review of the new Sanyo Xacti Digital Movie C5, which has 5 megapixels, 2 inch LCD screen and can record MPEG4 format movies with VGA resolution at 30 frames per second. The Sanyo Xacti Digital Movie C5 replaces the Sanyo Xacti C1 that I have previously reviewed.
“Kenyatta just got his hands on a Sanyo Xacti C5 and I’ve been non-stop bugging him for feedback. The Xacti is a hard-drive based camcorder that’s being used by some in the videoblogging community. I was literally about to order one on eBay, but Kenyatta told me to hold off- giving the camcorder a 3/5 (5/5 = best). So here’s our conversation and Kenyatta’s review of the C5.”
Website: Unmediated - Sanyo Xacti Digital Movie C5 Review
Check the Latest Prices for the Sanyo Xacti Digital Movie C5
Unmediated have published a review of the new Sanyo Xacti Digital Movie C5, which has 5 megapixels, 2 inch LCD screen and can record MPEG4 format movies with VGA resolution at 30 frames per second. The Sanyo Xacti Digital Movie C5 replaces the Sanyo Xacti C1 that I have previously…
Globetechnology have reviewed the 5 megapixel Pentax Optio S50 compact digital camera. Thanks to Sanj for letting me know.
“As 5MP cameras go, this one is really nothing to write home about. I was amazed at how often, particularly indoors, I ended up with slightly blurry shots. This isn’t helped by the lack of an Auto-Focus assist light. There was no problem recognizing who the subjects were but the details expected from a 5MP, or even a 3MP for that matter, just weren’t there.”
Website: Globetechnology - Pentax Optio S50 Review
Globetechnology have reviewed the 5 megapixel Pentax Optio S50 compact digital camera. Thanks to Sanj for letting me know. “As 5MP cameras go, this one is really nothing to write home about. I was amazed at how often, particularly indoors, I ended up with slightly blurry shots. This isn’t helped…
DigiCamReview have just reviewed the 6 megapixel Konica Minolta DiMAGE G600 digital camera.
“The Konica Minolta Dimage G600 has some appealing qualities, most notable is the very good image quality and manual controls this compact 6 megapixel digital camera offers. The camera is compact, stylish, and very responsive - this enables you to capture the moment - instead of missing it. The camera has very good image quality, with especially saturated colours - however the camera is let down by image softness, poor indoor performance, and the limited length videos. The G600 is good value for money for a compact 6 megapixel digital camera. I would recommend this camera to anyone looking for a compact high resolution digital camera for mainly outdoor use.”
Website: DigiCamReview - Konica Minolta DiMAGE G600 Review
DigiCamReview have just reviewed the 6 megapixel Konica Minolta DiMAGE G600 digital camera. “The Konica Minolta Dimage G600 has some appealing qualities, most notable is the very good image quality and manual controls this compact 6 megapixel digital camera offers. The camera is compact, stylish, and very responsive - this…
iView Multimedia Ltd / Phase One Press Release
iView MediaPro and Phase One Capture One PRO Bundled to Streamline Digital Photographers’ RAW Workflow
London and Copenhagen – April 7, 2005 – Digital asset management pioneer iView Multimedia Ltd.™ (iView) and Phase One, world leaders in “Direct Digital Imaging,” today announced a bundling offer to help professional photographers streamline their RAW workflows. The pairing of these two professional-grade applications will empower photographers to work the way they want to.
iView MediaPro is an digital asset management application that allows digital photographers and other creative professionals to quickly and easily import, sort, organize and manage very large volumes and types of digital files in the manner that best works for them. Phase One’s Capture One PRO is a professional alternative to the proprietary software that comes with the digital camera. It efficiently handles image adjustments of RAW files — such as white point and color balancing, exposure and contrast compensation, as well as resizing and cropping.
iView Multimedia Ltd / Phase One Press Release iView MediaPro and Phase One Capture One PRO Bundled to Streamline Digital Photographers’ RAW Workflow London and Copenhagen – April 7, 2005 – Digital asset management pioneer iView Multimedia Ltd.™ (iView) and Phase One, world leaders in “Direct Digital Imaging,” today announced…
PhotographyBLOG has teamed up with FotoTech to offer you a great deal on the new Pacific Digital PV1 digital photo frame.
Launched in January 2005, Pacific Digital’s latest digital photo frame, the PV1, is a Digital Photo Album, MP3 music player and Video Player. The PV1 sports a high resolution, bright 5.6” TFT screen that displays digital photos and video clips in vivid colour. Slideshows of your favourite photos can be played directly from a memory card. The number of photos that can be displayed is limited only by the capacity of the memory card being used.
As a special deal to PhotographyBlog Readers, FotoTech are offering the Pacific Digital PV1 Digital Media Player at the unbeatable price of just £189.99 with Free Shipping – that’s a saving of £55 off the MRSP!!. To take advantage of this offer, simply ring FotoTech on 0845 226 2077 and quote “PhotographyBlog”.
PhotographyBLOG has teamed up with FotoTech to offer you a great deal on the new Pacific Digital PV1 digital photo frame. Launched in January 2005, Pacific Digital’s latest digital photo frame, the PV1, is a Digital Photo Album, MP3 music player and Video Player. The PV1 sports a high resolution…
Wacom Intuos3 Art Marker is announced. The Wacom Intuos3 Art Marker is compatible with the Intuos3 pen tablet Cintiq 21UX display. The Art Marker employs rotation sensing technology - by rotating the pen at different angles through 360 degrees, a drawn line becomes narrow or broad. will cost £49.99 in the UK. The new Intuos3 Art Marker comes with one standard plastic nib and two felt nibs and is available in mid-April.
Wacom Europe Press Release
Wacom Intuos3 Art Marker enhances digital image creation with new rotation sensing technology
Produce virtually any type of brush effect or marker stroke, including calligraphy
WACOM Europe GbmH launches the new Intuos3 Art Marker for use with its successful Intuos3 pen tablet system and Cintiq 21UX Interactive Pen Display. The Intuos3 Art Marker is the first Wacom pen of its kind, encompassing not only the Intuos3′s features of pressure and tilt, but also rotation sensing technology. With a new chisel-shaped nib, the Intuos3 Art Marker is a versatile tool, enabling digital media professionals, including artists, illustrators, graphics and industrial designers to create virtually any type of brush effect or marker stroke and emulate calligraphic pens. The pen will be available in the UK from mid-April, priced at £49.99 (excl VAT).
Wacom Intuos3 Art Marker is announced. The Wacom Intuos3 Art Marker is compatible with the Intuos3 pen tablet Cintiq 21UX display. The Art Marker employs rotation sensing technology - by rotating the pen at different angles through 360 degrees, a drawn line becomes narrow or broad. will cost £49.99 in…
DIWA member Steves Digicams have today reviewed the new 7 megapixel Olympus C-7070 Wide Zoom, which was announced at the CES show back in January.
“The lens produced sharp results throughout the zoom range except when stopped down to its smallest aperture, F11, where it was noticeably soft. It had noticeable barrel distortion at full wide angle, but no detectable pin cushioning at telephoto. There was a slight amount of chromatic aberration (purple fringing) in high-contrast areas at all focal lengths in normal exposures, but overexposure will intensify CA. The lens offers two macro settings, Macro and Super Macro; Super Macro allows you to focus as close as one inch, nearly filling the frame with an object the size of a dime!”
Website: Steves Digicams - Olympus C-7070 Wide Zoom Review
DIWA member Steves Digicams have today reviewed the new 7 megapixel Olympus C-7070 Wide Zoom, which was announced at the CES show back in January. “The lens produced sharp results throughout the zoom range except when stopped down to its smallest aperture, F11, where it was noticeably soft. It had…
The German website Photoworld.de have published their review of the 7 megapixel Sony Cybershot DSC-V3.
Website: Photoworld.de - Sony Cybershot DSC-V3 Review
The German website Photoworld.de have published their review of the 7 megapixel Sony Cybershot DSC-V3. Website: Photoworld.de - Sony Cybershot DSC-V3 Review Check the Latest Prices for the Sony Cybershot DSC-V3 Write a Review of the Sony Cybershot DSC-V3