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Minolta have today announced 4 new digital cameras and a new flash unit.
The second new camera is the futuristic-looking 3 megapixel DiMAGE Z1.
“The DiMAGE Z1 is the first in an innovative series of Minolta’s new user-friendly, powerful SLR-type digital cameras. Its 10X Mega zoom, equivalent to 38-380mm 35mm camera zoom, in combination with the digital zoom, offers a 40X zoom range. The DiMAGE Z1 comes complete with a 3.2 megapixel display and weighs in at only 305g. With Minolta’s new drive mode, Rapid AF, and minimal shutter release lag time, this compact, stylish digital camera has all the necessary imaging tools to capture high-quality digital images.”
The 10X Mega-zoom is a fast f2.8 - f3.5 lens allowing fast shutter speeds for sport or natural-light photography. The ten-element, seven-group design employs two aspheric lenses to minimise aberrations and produce sharp images.
The Z1 has a 0.3 second focusing time at a focal length of 5.8mm and 0.4 seconds at 59mm, giving the DiMAGE Z1 the world’s fastest AF among digital cameras with a built-in 10X or greater optical zoom.
The Z1 has a new drive mode called Progressive Capture. Six frames are saved when using standard continuous advance, and 10 frames when using Ultra High Speed (UHS) continuous advance. Standard continuous advance records at approximately 1.5 fps at any image size or quality setting. UHS continuous advance records 1.2 megapixel images at 10 fps.
The DiMAGE Z1 is not limited to capturing static images - high-quality VGA (640 X 480) movies can be recorded at 30fps.
Price and availability are still to be announced.
Website: Minolta Press Release
Website: DPReview - DiMAGE Z1 News
Minolta have today announced 4 new digital cameras and a new flash unit. The second new camera is the futuristic-looking 3 megapixel DiMAGE Z1. “The DiMAGE Z1 is the first in an innovative series of Minolta’s new user-friendly, powerful SLR-type digital cameras. Its 10X Mega zoom, equivalent to 38-380mm 35mm…
Minolta have today announced 4 new digital cameras and a new flash unit.
The third new camera is the 3 megapixel DiMAGE E323.
“The new DiMAGE E323 is Minolta’s latest 3.3 megapixel compact digital camera. Complete with extensive zoom capabilities, combining its 3X optical zoom with its digital zoom provides a 12X zoom range. Ideal for the casual photographer, it produces high-quality images and offers value-added features in a convenient and attractive package.”
Equipped with a 3X optical zoom, the DiMAGE E323 has a focal range of 5.6mm to 16.8mm, which is equivalent to a 36 - 108mm zoom on a 35mm camera. The maximum aperture of f/2.8 - 4.9 allows the camera to be used in less than ideal lighting conditions without the need of the flash. For those occasions requiring larger prints, the camera automatically resizes the captured data to create a 6-megapixel image. This allows the production of A3-size 150dpi prints or A4-size 300dpi prints.
Price and availability are still to be announced.
Website: Minolta Press Release
Minolta have today announced 4 new digital cameras and a new flash unit. The third new camera is the 3 megapixel DiMAGE E323. “The new DiMAGE E323 is Minolta’s latest 3.3 megapixel compact digital camera. Complete with extensive zoom capabilities, combining its 3X optical zoom with its digital zoom provides…
Minolta have today announced 4 new digital cameras and a new flash unit.
The fourth new camera is the 5 megapixel DiMAGE G500.
“The new DiMAGE G500 is a responsive, easy-to-use digital camera that provides high-quality 5 megapixel images. In spite of the small size of this stylish compact camera, the DiMAGE G500 packs powerful imaging controls for beautiful pictures and a dual memory-card slot for flexible storage solutions.”
Price and availability are still to be announced.
Minolta Europe don’t mention this on their website, but DPReview have picked up the news, so I’ll direct you to their website for the full details about the DiMAGE G500.
Website: DPReview - Minolta DiMAGE G500
Minolta have today announced 4 new digital cameras and a new flash unit. The fourth new camera is the 5 megapixel DiMAGE G500. “The new DiMAGE G500 is a responsive, easy-to-use digital camera that provides high-quality 5 megapixel images. In spite of the small size of this stylish compact camera…
Minolta have today announced 4 new digital cameras and a new flash unit.
The new flash unit is called the Program Flash 2500 (D) and is compatible with both Minolta film and digital cameras.
“Minolta is pleased to introduce the latest addition to its series of powerful flash units, the Minolta Program Flash 2500 (D). This flash is characterized by powerful, automatic performance enclosed in a compact, affordable unit. The Program Flash 2500 (D) is compatible with the Dynax SLR film cameras, the DiMAGE 7 series digital cameras, as well as the new DiMAGE A1.”
Price and availability are still to be announced.
Website: Minolta Press Release
Minolta have today announced 4 new digital cameras and a new flash unit. The new flash unit is called the Program Flash 2500 (D) and is compatible with both Minolta film and digital cameras. “Minolta is pleased to introduce the latest addition to its series of powerful flash units, the…
“U.S. officials are preparing a warning to airlines alerting them to watch out for travelers carrying electronic devices that may be carrying small weapons or bombs.
The warning, which is due Tuesday, follows raids of al Qaeda safe houses which turned up evidence the group is trying to modify electronic devices to carry small weapons or explosives, administration officials told CNN.
A camera flash was found being modified to convert to, or carry, a stun gun, the officials said.
There is also, from interrogations, a concern about toys, specifically “stuffed animal toys.”
Several news agencies yesterday reported that US airport security staff have been instructed to check electronic devices as a potential terroist threat, including cameras and flash guns. So if you’re travelling to the USA fully expect to have your camera checked by airport officials when you check-in.
Website: MSNBC News
Website: CNN
“U.S. officials are preparing a warning to airlines alerting them to watch out for travelers carrying electronic devices that may be carrying small weapons or bombs. The warning, which is due Tuesday, follows raids of al Qaeda safe houses which turned up evidence the group is trying to modify electronic…
Photo.net have published a review of the recently released Canon G5 by one of their readers, Jeff Spirer.
“It?s important to frame this review in the context of what and how I shoot. I don’t test cameras. Generally, I?m a street shooter, including people shots and my own twisted view of the world as we have built it. I don?t shoot nature (although I shot a tree for this review), sunsets, seascapes, or pets, but I do shoot portraits and I make some money doing music events and occasional photojournalism.”
Website: Photo.net - Canon G5 Review
Photo.net have published a review of the recently released Canon G5 by one of their readers, Jeff Spirer. “It?s important to frame this review in the context of what and how I shoot. I don’t test cameras. Generally, I?m a street shooter, including people shots and my own twisted view…
On the back of the latest issue of Amateur Photographer magazine (9th August 2003) is a full-page advert for the Fuji FinePix F700 zoom digital camera. Nothing unusual in that, you might say, except that the launch of the F700 has been delayed several times since it was first announced in February, just before PMA 2003. It seems that the F700 will finally hit the shops in the next month or so, although there’s still no official word of a launch date or price.
Interestingly Fuji have also just added the F700 Brochure and the Owners Manual to their website as downloads.
Here’s a reminder of why the Fuji F700 could prove to be a significant development in digital photography:
“The first digital camera to incorporate Fujifilm’s innovative Fourth Generation Super CCD SR technology. Set to be a hot topic amongst enthusiasts, this new sensor technology enables the user to capture highlight and shadow detail missed by conventional digital cameras, resulting in images of stunning quality. Fujifilm has dubbed this advance ‘High Fidelity Photography?’, a reference to the sensor’s extraordinarily faithful rendition of detail.”
Website: http://www.highfidelityphotography.co.uk
Website: Fuji F700 Zoom webpage
On the back of the latest issue of Amateur Photographer magazine (9th August 2003) is a full-page advert for the Fuji FinePix F700 zoom digital camera. Nothing unusual in that, you might say, except that the launch of the F700 has been delayed several times since it was first announced…
Canon have just announced the Bubble Jet i560 A4 inkjet printer, which uses single ink technology to provide individually replaceable ink tanks for all colours.
The Bubble Jet i560 is the first Bubble Jet printer released by Canon to support the new PictBridge standard for connecting digital cameras and digital camcorders direct to printers via a USB cable ? providing convenient, quick and easy photo printing. Any PictBridge compatible camera ? regardless of manufacturer ? can now be connected directly and used to drive the printer without the need to first transfer images onto a PC. The i560 delivers print speeds of 22ppm mono and 15ppm colour and is capable of producing 19 million droplets of ink per second at true 4800 dpi resolution.
Full colour 4? x 6? borderless photographs can now be printed in just 50 seconds, three times faster than competing products. Each row of dedicated 2 pl nozzles is matched with a row of 5 pl nozzles to allow high speed printing of graphics and solid areas of colours. Unlike competitors, the Bubble Jet i560 can eject large ink and small ink droplets at the same time, permitting high speed printing in high-resolution mode.
The Bubble Jet i560 will be available from September 2003 for around ?149 inc VAT.
Website: Canon - Bubble Jet Printers
Canon have just announced the Bubble Jet i560 A4 inkjet printer, which uses single ink technology to provide individually replaceable ink tanks for all colours. The Bubble Jet i560 is the first Bubble Jet printer released by Canon to support the new PictBridge standard for connecting digital cameras and digital…
Photoxels have also just reviewed the 5 megapixel Canon PowerShot S50, an updated version of the 4 megapixel S45.
“Overall, I enjoyed using the S50. Even after two weeks of use, there are still features of this camera I haven’t tried yet. The Canon PowerShot S50 is a digital camera a beginner amateur photographer will enjoy growing into. For serious amateur photographers, the Canon PowerShot S50 provides all the exposure control they need for quality creative photography.”
Photoxels have also just reviewed the 5 megapixel Canon PowerShot S50, an updated version of the 4 megapixel S45. “Overall, I enjoyed using the S50. Even after two weeks of use, there are still features of this camera I haven’t tried yet. The Canon PowerShot S50 is a digital camera…
ePhotoZine have published another review of a portable storage solution, following their recent review of the X’S Drive II. This time they take a look at the Innoplus Phototainer, a device with a large 20Gb hard drive and 3.5” LCD screen so that you can view the images that you have copied onto it.
“The Phototainer is certainly an interesting device which will no doubt appeal to many photographers. The ability to check your photos have actually been safely stored onto the device and to be able to check them on such a large screen is a distinct benefit.”
Website: ePhotoZine - Innoplus Phototainer Review
Website: Innoplus Phototainer Specification
ePhotoZine have published another review of a portable storage solution, following their recent review of the X’S Drive II. This time they take a look at the Innoplus Phototainer, a device with a large 20Gb hard drive and 3.5” LCD screen so that you can view the images that you…
DPReview have today published their review of the HP Photosmart 935, a 5 megapixel digital camera with 3x optical zoom lens.
“Image quality is certainly an improvement over previous HP models, with each iteration of cameras HP address issues raised and improves, the 935 has actually only a couple of image processing related issues (moir? color artifacts for one) which I’m sure we’ll see solved in the next camera.”
Website: DPReview - HP Photosmart 935
DPReview have today published their review of the HP Photosmart 935, a 5 megapixel digital camera with 3x optical zoom lens. “Image quality is certainly an improvement over previous HP models, with each iteration of cameras HP address issues raised and improves, the 935 has actually only a couple of…
DPReview have today published their review of the 5 megapixel Canon PowerShot S50, an updated version of the 4 megapixel S45.
“While it’s true that the S50 carries all of the excellent features, control and image processing from the S45 it can’t be said that the lens is as good a match for the sensor as it was with the four megapixel unit. This is clearly visible in the strong chromatic aberrations which can occur (this is the same thing we experienced with the G5).”
DPReview have today published their review of the 5 megapixel Canon PowerShot S50, an updated version of the 4 megapixel S45. “While it’s true that the S50 carries all of the excellent features, control and image processing from the S45 it can’t be said that the lens is as good…
Olympus have announced to a new addition to their range of stylish digital compact cameras.
“The C-450ZOOM is ideal for capturing spontaneous moments at parties or on holiday in fantastic quality. To let you snap away without worrying about the settings, it is packed with an array of precision metering functions plus a selection of scene programs, including landscape and night scene. Thanks to the four megapixel resolution and image optimisation functions the results impress with their clarity, even when printed in large format. Ideal for newcomers looking for a first-class start in digital photography, this 3x compact zoom is topped by an attractive price.”
The main features of the CAMEDIA C-450ZOOM are:
- 4.0 million pixels for image processing
- 3x optical zoom lens (equivalent to 35-105 mm) and 4x digital zoom
- Large LCD monitor (1.8 inch)
- Full auto program and four scene programs for easy shooting
- Multi-language menu
- QuickTime motion JPEG for movie recording
- Multiple functions such as image rotation, B/W, sepia, panorama and 2-in-1
- Saves images on the ultra-compact xD-Picture Card
- USB AutoConnect for fast data transfer and video out
Website: Olympus Press Release
Website: DCViews
Olympus have announced to a new addition to their range of stylish digital compact cameras. “The C-450ZOOM is ideal for capturing spontaneous moments at parties or on holiday in fantastic quality. To let you snap away without worrying about the settings, it is packed with an array of precision metering…
28MM is an online photography magazine that showcases traditional, digital, and lo-tech photography by amateur, hobbyist, and professional photographers. The new August issue is now online, featuring some great photography by the likes of Emsese Gaal (Photote), Sean Slavin (NoWhere Photography) and Sensiti (Sensitive Light).
Website: 28mm.org
28MM is an online photography magazine that showcases traditional, digital, and lo-tech photography by amateur, hobbyist, and professional photographers. The new August issue is now online, featuring some great photography by the likes of Emsese Gaal (Photote), Sean Slavin (NoWhere Photography) and Sensiti (Sensitive Light). Website: 28mm.org
PhotographyBLOG reader Mike Strock has reminded me that Lexar have started shipping a 4Gb compact flash card. Retailing at $1,499 and capable of storing around 600 RAW files froma digital SLR like the Canon EOS 10D, this card is aimed firmly at the professional photographer. Here’s an eye-opening quote from Gizmodo.com:
“Four gigabytes is enough to store as many as 45,000 JPEGs, which is probably more photographs than the average person will take in their entire lifetime.”
PhotographyBLOG reader Mike Strock has reminded me that Lexar have started shipping a 4Gb compact flash card. Retailing at $1,499 and capable of storing around 600 RAW files froma digital SLR like the Canon EOS 10D, this card is aimed firmly at the professional photographer. Here’s an eye-opening quote from…
7dayshop.com are now selling the new 100 speed version of Fuji Velvia. The UK RRP is ?5.95 per 35mm roll, but 7dayshop are selling it for just ?3.29.
“Fuji’s brand new and multi award winning Velvia 100F has now arrived at 7dayshop.com…
...enthusiast and professional photographers everywhere will appreciate the extra speed
and versatility that this superb new Fuji professional colour slide film offers.
Already voted as “Slide Film of the Year” by the Technical Image Press Association (TIPA) and Practical Photography Magazine this film is sure to be the new standard by which all others will be judged. Certainly if 7dayshop.com pre-sales are anything to go by, we have yet another best selling Fujifilm product in our product line up too !”
Website: 7dayshop.com - Fuji Velvia 100F
7dayshop.com are now selling the new 100 speed version of Fuji Velvia. The UK RRP is ?5.95 per 35mm roll, but 7dayshop are selling it for just ?3.29. “Fuji’s brand new and multi award winning Velvia 100F has now arrived at 7dayshop.com… ...enthusiast and professional photographers everywhere will appreciate the…
Digital Camera Magazine is running a feature about British landmarks in it’s next issue (September), and is asking its readers to submit their photographs. There are no prizes for submitting, but you could get to see your photograph in print. Here’s the details:
“This week, we’re giving you the chance to feature your photographs in the magazine. Our next Top 10 feature is all about great British landmarks - and we want to see your best efforts! They could be shots of Big Ben, Stonehenge, The Angel of the North or the BioDomes at The Eden Project - whatever’s your favourite landmark.”
Website: www.dcmag.co.uk
Digital Camera Magazine is running a feature about British landmarks in it’s next issue (September), and is asking its readers to submit their photographs. There are no prizes for submitting, but you could get to see your photograph in print. Here’s the details: “This week, we’re giving you the chance…
Epson have just announced the PhotoPC L-400, a 4 megapixel digicam with 3x optical zoom. The L-400’s battery life certainly sounds promising:
“To offer the user maximum flexibility and cost effectiveness, the Epson PhotoPC energy management system allows standard AA batteries to take 500 Photos before they need replacing or recharging - useful for families abroad or away from electronic retail outlets.”
The Epson PhotoPC L-400 will be available at the start of September and will cost around ?329.
Website: ePhotoZine - Epson PhotoPC L-400
Epson have just announced the PhotoPC L-400, a 4 megapixel digicam with 3x optical zoom. The L-400’s battery life certainly sounds promising: “To offer the user maximum flexibility and cost effectiveness, the Epson PhotoPC energy management system allows standard AA batteries to take 500 Photos before they need replacing or…
Although no official announcement has been made by Kodak, the new 5 megapixel Kodak EasyShare DX4530 is set to hit stores in September. The new digicam is already listed on Amazon.com and has been spotted in Dixons stores in the UK, retailing for ?399.
Website: DCResource - Kodak EasyShare DX4530
Although no official announcement has been made by Kodak, the new 5 megapixel Kodak EasyShare DX4530 is set to hit stores in September. The new digicam is already listed on Amazon.com and has been spotted in Dixons stores in the UK, retailing for ?399. Website: DCResource - Kodak EasyShare DX4530
According to a thread by Graeme Knox on the DP-Now.com forums, a new upgraded version of the popular Minolta DiMAGE 7Hi digicam has been seen in New Zealand. It will be called the Minolta DiMAGE A1 and will have the following specification:
SLR type 5 Megapixel Digital Camera
7 x Optical (28 - 200mm) zoom
Super-fast AF system
Flash sync terminal
Image Stabilizer
Pivoting Screen
Uses Proprietary Battries
DP-Now have also posted an article about the new DiMAGE A1:
Website: DP-Now
The DiMAGE A1 will apparently cost NZ$2499.00 (which converts to ?908.50 / $1,463.62 / 1,295.48 EUR) and be available in October.
According to a thread by Graeme Knox on the DP-Now.com forums, a new upgraded version of the popular Minolta DiMAGE 7Hi digicam has been seen in New Zealand. It will be called the Minolta DiMAGE A1 and will have the following specification: SLR type 5 Megapixel Digital Camera 7 x…