InfoTrends has recently conducted a multi-client survey to reveal insights into the needs of current and future owners of SLRs and other interchangeable-lens cameras. Entitled Digital SLRs and Other Interchangeable Lens Cameras: A Multi-Client Study, the report is based in part on a survey of over 6,000 consumers. This research indicates that future buyers of Digital ILCs will include current Digital ILC owners who are looking to purchase additional or replacement cameras, compact camera owners seeking to upgrade the quality and functionality of their cameras, and even a few digital camera non-owners who will purchase a Digital ILC as their very first digital camera. The greatest market potential comes from compact camera owners who are looking to upgrade, as compact camera owners greatly outnumber current Digital ILC owners.

SparkPlug has developed a tiny LED flash that plugs into the dock connector on the iPhone, lighting the scene for photos or video. The flash itself is small enough to be attached to a key-ring and draws minimal power from the phone.  The built-in touch sensor detects a finger press on the back of the module, turning on a 96 lumen beam of light, which can also be used as a flashlight.  The flash is designed to fit through the opening in most iPhone cases for the dock cable, so there is no need to remove your case. The SparkPlug Flash is available through the website below priced at $14.95.

Website: SparkPlug Flash

The Samsung PL200 is a stylish yet competitively priced 14.2-megapixel, 7x zoom point-and-shoot digital camera that also shoots HD video. The lens, whose 35mm equivalent focal length range goes from a relatively wide 31mm to 217mm telephoto, features optical image stabilisation. Other highlights include a three-inch rear screen, Smart Auto scene recognition technology, Beauty Shot and Smile Shot modes, as well as Blink Detection and Face Detection. Available from September, the Samsung PL200 is expected to hit the shelves at a price of about $180 / £149.99.

The Samsung ST600 and ST100 are two new 14.2 megapixel DualView compact cameras. Featuring Samsung’s revolutionary dual LCD technology, the ST600 and ST100 are the new flagship models of the Samsung DualView camera family. Both models feature a larger 1.8” front LCD screen, Smart Auto (Still & Movie) scene recognition technology and Smart Gesture User Interface. The Samsung ST600 has a 5x optical zoom / 27mm wide lens, while the ST100 offers a 5x optical inner zoom / 35mm angle lens. The Samsung ST600 and ST100 will be available in September for $329.99 and $349.99 respectively, and both will retail at around £299 in the UK..

Want to see exactly what the new Panasonic Lumix LX5 camera looks like in the flesh? Here are 20 hands-on product shots of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5, including a side-by-side comparison with the Panasonic GF1 - click through to view the gallery.

Want to see exactly what the new Panasonic Lumix FZ100 camera looks like in the flesh? Here are 11 hands-on product shots of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 - click through to view the gallery.

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5 is a new digital camera with a 3.8x, 24-90mm zoom lens, 10 megapixel CCD sensor and HD movie recording. Successor to the popular LX3 model, Panasonic Lumix LX5 features a fully re-designed lens, CCD sensor and image processing engine, together with other improvements and upgrades.

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 is a new super-zoom digital camera with a 24x, 25-600mm focal range, 14.1-megapixel MOS sensor, and 1920x1080 full HD movies. Successor to the popular FZ38 model, the Panasonic DMC-FZ100 the industry’s fastest level of burst shooting at 14 megapixels of 11 fps with a mechanical shutter, plus a 460,000-dot high resolution 3 inch LCD screen.

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ45 is a new super-zoom digital camera with a 24x, 25-600mm focal range, 14.1-megapixel CCD sensor, and 1280x720 AVCHD Lite HD movies. The Panasonic DMC-FZ45 also offers Sonic Speed Auto-focus, a high-speed start-up, manual controls including a new jog dial, and an improved Intelligent Auto mode.

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 is a new 14.1-megapixel digital compact camera that records 1920x1080 full HD movies and also features a F2.2 super-bright 5x ultra wide-angle lens. The Panasonic DMC-FX700’s new 14.1-megapixel MOS sensor achieves high speed consecutive shooting and full HD movie recording with high resolution and high sensitivity, and the FX700 also features a 3.0-inch large Intelligent LCD with full touch control.

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FT10 is a new tough all-action compact digital camera with 14.1-megapixels and a 4x zoom lens. The Panasonic DMC-FT10 is waterproof to 3m, shockproof to 1.5m, freezeproof to -10 degrees C and dustproof. With the DMC-FT10, HD (High Definition) movie recording in 720p Motion JPEG is available.

The Fujifilm Finepix S2800HD (also called the S2900HD) is a new 14-megapixel superzoom camera with 18x optical zoom. Featuring Manual, Programed AE, Shutter and Aperture Priority shooting modes, spot metering, CCD-shift image stabilisation and a supermacro mode that allows you to focus down to 2cm from the front lens element, the Fujifilm Finepix S2800HD / S2900HD can also shoot 720p HD video and comes complete with an HDMI port. Powered by 4 AA type batteries, the Fujifilm S2800HD will become available in early September 2010 at a retail price of $259.95.

Fujfilm today announced the Finepix Z800EXR, with next generation EXR sensor and hybrid high speed autofocus. The next generation EXR sensor in the Fujifilm Finepix Z800EXR incorporates a “Phase Detection pixel built-in CCD” that has the ability to intelligently decide between the two focusing systems on the camera. For example, when a bright, high-contrast subject is positioned in the centre of the frame, Phase Detection AF is chosen by the camera for speed; and in dark scenes, Contrast AF is employed for accuracy. Available in matt black, red, gold or shell pink, the Fujifilm Finepix Z800EXR also combines a large and high-resolution 3.5” touch-sensitive LCD with a 12-megapixel Super CCD EXR sensor, a 36-180mm equivalent Fujinon 5x optical zoom lens and ISO levels of up to 1600 at full resolution. Image stabilisation and HD video recording round off the features list. The Fujifilm Z800EXR will be available in late August 2010 at a retail price of $229.95.

The Fujifilm Finepix F300EXR is a sleek, 12-megapixel compact camera that combines intuitive use with a 24-360mm equivalent 15x Fujinon lens and Fujifilm’s next generation EXR technology with hybrid high speed autofocus. The next generation EXR sensor in the Fujifilm Finepix F300EXR incorporates a “Phase Detection pixel built-in CCD” that has the ability to intelligently decide between phase detection AF and contrast AF depending on subject and light levels. Fujifilm quotes a frankly unbelievable focus speed of 0.158 seconds for the system, which is probably a best-case scenario, but still incredible for a digital compact camera. Other highlights include a 12-megapixel EXR sensor, a new image stabilisation system, a 3” high-contrast LCD screen with a resolution of 460,000 dots, 360° Motion Panorama, and HD movie capture. The Fujifilm Finepix F300EXR will be available in late August 2010 at a retail price of $329.95.

Update: Fujifilm has posted three official sample images taken with the Finepix F300EXR.

Fujifilm has introduced the 14-megapixel Fujifilm Finepix JX280 ultra-compact digital camera with a 28-140mm equivalent 5x zoom lens, AF tracking, HD video recording and a Motion Panorama mode. Encased in a high-grade metal body, the JX280 is not only well protected from bumps and scrapes, but gives a simple, yet elegant design appearance. The Fujifilm JX280 will be available end of August 2010 at a retail price of $149.95.

Lexar has added the 128GB Echo SE backup drive to its Echo line of portable backup solutions. The Lexar Echo SE is an ultra-portable drive that easily plugs into a computer’s USB port to perform automatic backup of files, at read speeds up to 28MB/s and write speeds up to 10MB/s. The drive is interoperable between Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7, as well as Mac OS X operating systems, allowing data to be seamlessly accessible whether using a PC or Mac computer. More than 15 percent shorter than other 128GB backup drives, the Lexar Echo SE provides a way to easily backup data, with the reduced risk of accidental in-drive damage. Other capacities include 16GB, 32GB and 64GB.

If you have any photos of New York that go beyond showcasing the usual tourist hotspots, now’s the time to enter them in Datacolor’s ‘Real New York’ photography competition. The submitted photographs should illustrate iconic images that speak what the real New York is through its sights, textures, spirit, and more. The grand prize winner of the ‘Real New York’ photo contest will be awarded a trip to the renowned Photokina trade show taking place September 21-26, 2010 in Cologne, Germany.  The first and second runner-ups will receive a Lensbaby Composer and a $250.00 B&H gift card, respectively. The submission deadline is Saturday, 24th July.

Website: ‘Real New York’ Photo Contest

Adobe Photoshop CS5 One-on-One is a new book from O’Reilly Media that gives you step-by-step tutorials, hours of DVD-video demonstrations and more to help you master the new Adobe Photoshop CS5. Adobe Photoshop CS5 One-on-One simulates a classroom environment with one-on-one attention as you proceed from lesson to lesson. Author Deke McClelland’s expert advice is like working with a personal coach—you’ll learn Photoshop faster, more creatively, and more efficiently than you thought possible, the publisher promises. The 544-page handbook is available for $49.99.