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Deja View’s Model 100 is a wearable digital camcorder that continuously records images onto an SD memory card. Unlike most of these types of gadgets, the Model 100 is set to go into production and even has an RRP of $399.
“Once activated, the Model 100 continually captures whatever it’s pointed at and saves the results in a 30-second memory buffer. When a customer experiences something they want to save for posterity, they hit the “record” button and the unit saves the last 30 seconds of footage to a Secure Digital storage card.”
Website: CNET News.com - TiVo-like camcorder documents your life
Website: Deja View
Deja View’s Model 100 is a wearable digital camcorder that continuously records images onto an SD memory card. Unlike most of these types of gadgets, the Model 100 is set to go into production and even has an RRP of $399. “Once activated, the Model 100 continually captures whatever it’s…
Yahoo News have published an interesting and well-balanced overview of the cameraphone market and how it is catching up with more conventional digital cameras (found via Engadget).
“The emergence of the 3.2-megapixel phone will have a direct negative impact on the digital camera market from three megapixels on down,” said J.P. Morgan analyst Hisashi Moriyama. “Demand for the three-megapixel category should naturally begin to shift from digital cameras to camera-equipped phones.”
Website: Yahoo News - Megapixel Phones Encroach on Digital Camera Turf
Yahoo News have published an interesting and well-balanced overview of the cameraphone market and how it is catching up with more conventional digital cameras (found via Engadget). “The emergence of the 3.2-megapixel phone will have a direct negative impact on the digital camera market from three megapixels on down,” said…
Photoxels have just reviewed the 8-megapixel Olympus C-8080 Wide Zoom digital camera.
“A camera is first and foremost judged by the quality of the image it produces, and the Olympus Camedia C-8080 Wide Zoom shines in this respect. Image quality is excellent with minimal CA and no noise at ISO 50. Other professional features are a live histogram (with a unique “direct” feature), high quality EVF that is viewable in dim light, and wide-angle zoom.”
Photoxels have just reviewed the 8-megapixel Olympus C-8080 Wide Zoom digital camera. “A camera is first and foremost judged by the quality of the image it produces, and the Olympus Camedia C-8080 Wide Zoom shines in this respect. Image quality is excellent with minimal CA and no noise at ISO…
The Hungarian website Index Digicam have reviewed the stylish 5 megapixel Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T1 digital camera.
The Hungarian website Index Digicam have reviewed the stylish 5 megapixel Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T1 digital camera. Website: Index Digicam - Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T1 Review
Imaging Resource have just reviewed the 6 megapixel Olympus CAMEDIA C-60 ZOOM.
“On the whole, I think the C-60’s positives more than outweigh its negatives, but how you feel about them will depend a lot on the sort of shooting you intend to do, and how you intend to use your images. If you need to shoot at high ISOs a lot and make large prints (larger than 8x10) with the results, the C-60’s image noise could be a factor. On the other hand, point and shoot users mainly making 4x6 prints probably won’t be aware of it.”
Website: Imaging Resource - Olympus CAMEDIA C-60 ZOOM Review
Imaging Resource have just reviewed the 6 megapixel Olympus CAMEDIA C-60 ZOOM. “On the whole, I think the C-60’s positives more than outweigh its negatives, but how you feel about them will depend a lot on the sort of shooting you intend to do, and how you intend to use…
The Polish website FotoPolis have just reviewed the Canon Powershot S1 IS digital camera, which offers 10x image stablised zoom, 3 megapixels and high-quality 640 x 480 video at 30 frames/second with sound.
The Polish website FotoPolis have just reviewed the Canon Powershot S1 IS digital camera, which offers 10x image stablised zoom, 3 megapixels and high-quality 640 x 480 video at 30 frames/second with sound. Website: FotoPolis - Canon PowerShot S1 IS Review
Digital Outback Photo’s latest article is a useful guide to understanding and using the histogram on your digital camera, including color channel clipping and the “expose to the right” rule.
“In the field the main difference using a film or a digital camera is the LCD on the back of the digital camera giving you the ability to evaluate an image right after exposure. So you might think that watching your pictures on that small LCD is a main benefit going digital. Ok, if you try hard you can check sharpness by zooming into the image. The main advantage of this LCD for me is actually to check the exposure of my last photo.”
Digital Outback Photo’s latest article is a useful guide to understanding and using the histogram on your digital camera, including color channel clipping and the “expose to the right” rule. “In the field the main difference using a film or a digital camera is the LCD on the back of…
Konica Minolta Europe have released a new firmware update for the DiMAGE A2 digital camera.
DiMAGE A2 Firmware Update V112 Important Note: Please read carefully the DiMAGE A2 firmware update PDF for detailed instructions on how to update the cameras firmware!
Improvements:
1. Improved the symptom that visibility of LCD decreases depending on the subject brightness while using the Flex Digital Magnifier function.
2. Improved the symptom that LCD turns off or the camera cannot focus on the high brightness subject with the Flex Focus Point at the focal length of 100mm.
3. Improved the flash metering accuracy.
4. Changed the viewfinder operation from the viewfinder turns off immediately after leaving the eye to it remains 10 sec. when the display mode switch is at EVF.
This firmware supports Telephoto Converter ACT-100, Wide-angle Converter ACW-100, and DiMAGE Capture DCA-200, and updating to this firmware is recommended for the users of these accessories.
Konica Minolta Europe have released a new firmware update for the DiMAGE A2 digital camera. DiMAGE A2 Firmware Update V112 Important Note: Please read carefully the DiMAGE A2 firmware update PDF for detailed instructions on how to update the cameras firmware! Improvements: 1. Improved the symptom that visibility of LCD…
CNET have just published their review of the Sony Cybershot DSC U40, a stylish 2-megapixel digicam available in four colors (silver, black, dark blue and red), which costs around $200.
“Smaller than an Apple iPod Mini and every bit as stylish, the 2-megapixel Sony Cyber Shot DSC-U40 offers easy point-and-shoot operation. And like Apple’s tr?s chic MP3 player, it comes in four colors: red, blue, black, and silver. In addition to looking slick, the U40 is fast. However, it has some drawbacks. There’s no optical zoom, and its 1-inch LCD can be hard to work with. Plus, its photo quality won’t exactly wow you.”
Website: CNET - Sony Cybershot DSC U40 Review
CNET have just published their review of the Sony Cybershot DSC U40, a stylish 2-megapixel digicam available in four colors (silver, black, dark blue and red), which costs around $200. “Smaller than an Apple iPod Mini and every bit as stylish, the 2-megapixel Sony Cyber Shot DSC-U40 offers easy point-and-shoot…
CNET have reviewed the ultra-thin Minolta DiMAGE Xg, another digital camera that was first announced at PMA 2004.
“The fifth addition to Konica Minolta’s ultracompact Dimage X line, with its signature internally zooming lens, the 3-megapixel Dimage Xg offers an amalgam of features from its forerunners and a few new tricks of its own. Both quick and versatile, this model makes an excellent tote-and-snap companion.”
Website: CNET - Minolta DiMAGE Xg Review
CNET have reviewed the ultra-thin Minolta DiMAGE Xg, another digital camera that was first announced at PMA 2004. “The fifth addition to Konica Minolta’s ultracompact Dimage X line, with its signature internally zooming lens, the 3-megapixel Dimage Xg offers an amalgam of features from its forerunners and a few new…
About.com have reviewed the Epson Stylus Photo R200 Printer, which offers direct CD/DVD Printing for only $99.
“Photo printers are becoming much more common as digital camera enthusiasts decide to print their own photographs rather than send the to a retail developer. As a result, print vendors are looking for ways to distinguish their products from the rest. Epson has found one way with their Stylus Photo R200. This compact, well-engineered, printer brings two advantages to the table: it’s inexpensive, and it has the ability to labels directly onto printable CD/DVD discs.”
About.com have reviewed the Epson Stylus Photo R200 Printer, which offers direct CD/DVD Printing for only $99. “Photo printers are becoming much more common as digital camera enthusiasts decide to print their own photographs rather than send the to a retail developer. As a result, print vendors are looking for…
DCMAG.co.uk have just published their review of the 3 megapixel Kyocera FineCam S3R.
“The S5R was amongst the first of Kyocera’s range of compacts to feature the powerful RTUNE chip. This technology is now finding its way into more mainstream and accordingly affordable cameras. With the RTune processor at its heart, the Finecam S3R has an excellent turn of speed and a minimal three second start up time. With the appropriate memory ? 16Mb is included in the bundle ? the S3R can capture three shots a second continuously. Should you wish to take video clips rather than a succession of stills, the S3R can record 640x480 AVI files at thirty frames per second, again only limited by the confines of the storage.”
DCMAG.co.uk have just published their review of the 3 megapixel Kyocera FineCam S3R. “The S5R was amongst the first of Kyocera’s range of compacts to feature the powerful RTUNE chip. This technology is now finding its way into more mainstream and accordingly affordable cameras. With the RTune processor at its…
DCMAG.co.uk have reviewed the Fuji FinePix S3000 digital camera, which features 3.24 effective million pixels, 6X Fujinon optical zoom and digital movie recording. The S300 uses xD-Picture Card (16MB to 512MB) storage and its lens focal length is equivalent to 38-228mm on a 35mm camera. The list price for the S300 is £290 / $399.95.
“The one sticking point with the S3000 is the electronic viewfinder, a small LCD screen mounted within the eyepiece. A proper optical viewfinder is, to many enthusiasts, superior to an EVF, because if you?re shooting in less-than-perfect lighting with an EVF, gauging your composition becomes sheer guesswork. A sensor tries to overcome the disparities between light and shade, but you often lose detail in areas of shade, even if they may be intelligible in the final photograph thanks to flash.”
DCMAG.co.uk have reviewed the Fuji FinePix S3000 digital camera, which features 3.24 effective million pixels, 6X Fujinon optical zoom and digital movie recording. The S300 uses xD-Picture Card (16MB to 512MB) storage and its lens focal length is equivalent to 38-228mm on a 35mm camera. The list price for the…
PCMagazine have published a round-up of 6 megapixel digital cameras, including the Casio EXILIM PRO EX-P600 (pictured), which they named as their Editor’s Choice:
“Even though it’s a bit pricey, this is a very good camera for the money, whether you’re a pro who wants a powerful pocketable camera or a beginner who wants a great camera to grow with.”
Thanks to Sanj for the link.
Website: PCMagazine - Six-megapixel Shooters Are Easy, Affordable
PCMagazine have published a round-up of 6 megapixel digital cameras, including the Casio EXILIM PRO EX-P600 (pictured), which they named as their Editor’s Choice: “Even though it’s a bit pricey, this is a very good camera for the money, whether you’re a pro who wants a powerful pocketable camera or…
TrustedReview have just reviewed the 3 megapixel Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC50 digital camera (found via Gizmodo).
“The LC50 is Panasonic’s entry level camera and with a price of £149.98 including VAT from Panasonic’s own online shop, it looks like a real bargain on the surface. What’s most impressive is that even at this price you’re getting a Leica lens, whereas the Sony entry level cameras don’t tend to come with Zeiss lenses. With this in mind, the big question is whether Panasonic has had to make any major compromises to squeeze in the Leica hardware and branding at such a low price point.”
TrustedReview have just reviewed the 3 megapixel Panasonic Lumix DMC-LC50 digital camera (found via Gizmodo). “The LC50 is Panasonic’s entry level camera and with a price of £149.98 including VAT from Panasonic’s own online shop, it looks like a real bargain on the surface. What’s most impressive is that even…
Photo.net’s latest article looks at the RAW, JPEG and TIFF file formats, explaining what they are and when to use them.
“There seems to be a lot of confusion among some new digital camera owners about exactly what the difference is between RAW, JPEG and TIFF files. This article is intended to be a very basic guide to these file types and how they are related in a typical digital camera.”
Website: Photo.net - RAW, JPEG and TIFF
Photo.net’s latest article looks at the RAW, JPEG and TIFF file formats, explaining what they are and when to use them. “There seems to be a lot of confusion among some new digital camera owners about exactly what the difference is between RAW, JPEG and TIFF files. This article is…
The German website Photoworld have just published their review of the 5 megapixel Leica Digilux 2.
Website: Photoworld - Leica Digilux 2 Review
The German website Photoworld have just published their review of the 5 megapixel Leica Digilux 2. Website: Photoworld - Leica Digilux 2 Review
Michael Reichmann’s latest article over on his Luminous Landscape website is an excellent introduction to a subject that confuses a lot of digital photographers (myself included): printer colour management.
“The leading cause of confusion, anxiety and martial disharmony among photographers concerns printer settings. “What the hell are the correct settings for the dozens of buttons and dialogs in both the image editing program and printer driver?” This is the the most common question that I’m asked at seminars, and by e-mail (though usually somewhat more politely than this). But it does mirror the frustration that most people feel when confronted with the seemingly endless setting choices available.
Here then is a simplified and concise description of how to set your printing software to give the most reliable and accurate colour results. It is based on using Photoshop and an Epson printer, but should be comprehensible with most other programs and printers.”
Website: Luminous Landscape - Understanding Printer Colour Management: A Brief Tutorial on Printer Settings
Michael Reichmann’s latest article over on his Luminous Landscape website is an excellent introduction to a subject that confuses a lot of digital photographers (myself included): printer colour management. “The leading cause of confusion, anxiety and martial disharmony among photographers concerns printer settings. “What the hell are the correct settings…
Canon USA Press Release 08/06/04
CANON’S LATEST MINI DV 2.2-MEGAPIXEL CAMCORDERS MERGE ADVANCED PHOTO FEATURES AND SHARP VIDEO USING DV PHOTO PLUS TECHNOLOGY
LAKE SUCCESS, NY, June 8, 2004 - Whether capturing the fireworks at a July fourth celebration or the expression of a child eating ice cream, Canon’s new vertically designed Optura 500 and Optura 400 Mini DV 2.2-megapixel camcorders provide consumers with high quality video and photos in a compact and easy-to-use package. Incorporating Canon’s DV Photo Plus technology, these eye-catching camcorders are shorter and smaller than their predecessors, take advantage of Genuine Canon Optics and advanced photo features often found in Canon’s line of PowerShot and EOS digital cameras.
“Two-in-one camcorders have become increasingly popular as technology provides consumers with these options,” said Yukiaki Hashimoto, senior vice president and general manager of the consumer imaging group at Canon USA, Inc., a subsidiary of Canon Inc. (NYSE: CAJ). “Canon’s technological innovations and ability to seamlessly marry these two functions results in breakthrough products like the new Optura 400 and Optura 500 Mini DV camcorders. This is just the beginning for Canon in this arena.”
Canon USA Press Release 08/06/04 CANON’S LATEST MINI DV 2.2-MEGAPIXEL CAMCORDERS MERGE ADVANCED PHOTO FEATURES AND SHARP VIDEO USING DV PHOTO PLUS TECHNOLOGY LAKE SUCCESS, NY, June 8, 2004 - Whether capturing the fireworks at a July fourth celebration or the expression of a child eating ice cream, Canon’s new…
eFrameCentral.com Press Release 07/6/04
eFrameCentral.com Introduces New Digital Picture eFrame Just in Time for Father’s Day
Company offers a wide assortment of eFrames, ideal for Father’s Day gifts
Warwick, RI (June 7, 2004) - - eFrameCentral.com today announces the availability of a new digital picture eFrame by Pacific Digital just in time for Father’s Day. In addition to the new Pacific Digital eFrame, eFrameCentral.com is currently offering a number of its eFrames at greatly reduced prices.
eFrames are an excellent gift idea for Father’s Day, especially for anyone with a digital camera or those who enthusiastically embrace the newest gadgetry with a high-level “cool factor.” eFrames provide an amazing way for a father to display photos of his children and grandchildren.
eFrameCentral.com Press Release 07/6/04 eFrameCentral.com Introduces New Digital Picture eFrame Just in Time for Father’s Day Company offers a wide assortment of eFrames, ideal for Father’s Day gifts Warwick, RI (June 7, 2004) - - eFrameCentral.com today announces the availability of a new digital picture eFrame by Pacific Digital just…