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PrinterSpot have the first online review of the new HP Photosmart D7360, which can print a 4x6-inch photo in just 12 seconds.
“The HP Photosmart D7360 produces very good quality photos. For our samples (unless otherwise noted, we used HP’s top-of-the-line paper: HP Premium Plus Photo paper. The Premium Plus Photo paper showed good clarity and saturation. The colors were deep and rich.”
PrinterSpot have the first online review of the new HP Photosmart D7360, which can print a 4x6-inch photo in just 12 seconds. “The HP Photosmart D7360 produces very good quality photos. For our samples (unless otherwise noted, we used HP’s top-of-the-line paper: HP Premium Plus Photo paper. The Premium Plus…
DIWA member and Norwegian website Digit.no have reviewed the Canon Digital IXUS 800 IS digital camera, which offers 6 megapixels, image stabilized 4x zoom lens (first time on an IXUS) and ISO 800.
“The name Canon IXUS has an amazing reputation for high quality and excellent design. The Digital IXUS 800 IS adds 4x zoom lens with optical image stabiliser, optical viewfinder and a 2.5” LCD screen to the long list of typical IXUS features. Its beautifully shaped metal body with its delicate silky finish gives the camera an attractive appearance. But be aware; it is also very sensitive to scratches and will soon look worn and old. The smooth surface also gives a slippery grip feeling and the camera is not shock resistant. The camera delivers 6 MP resolution “only”, yet this is more than sufficient for any casual photographer, contradicting the common misunderstanding of image quality being synonymous with number of megapixels. On the test bench, the IXUS 800 IS performed well, with good image quality, though not without flaws. The compact lens has numerous optical imperfections from design compromises, resulting in mediocre sharpness and excessive colour fringing, especially at telephoto. On the other hand, the camera delivers excellent exposure, almost perfect colour rendition, neutral white balance and excellent, fast and reliable image processing. Image noise is well suppressed, with fine detail definition in high quality A4 format prints with all sensitivities lower than ISO 800. In practical use, the IXUS 800 IS delivers images that most amateurs will rank as outstanding. Recent price drop has improved the camera’s value for money rating, but it is still a bit more expensive than many competitors.”
Website: Digit.no - Canon Digital IXUS 800 IS Review
DIWA member and Norwegian website Digit.no have reviewed the Canon Digital IXUS 800 IS digital camera, which offers 6 megapixels, image stabilized 4x zoom lens (first time on an IXUS) and ISO 800. “The name Canon IXUS has an amazing reputation for high quality and excellent design. The Digital IXUS…
CNET have reviewed the Sony T10, a 7 slim megapixel digital camera with a 3x zoom lens, 2.5 inch LCD screen, optical image stabilization and a fastest ISO speed of 1000.
“This time, Sony serves up the 7.2-megapixel Cyber Shot DSC-T10, which lands between the 6-megapixel DSC-T9 and the 7.2-megapixel DSC-T30 in the company’s line. The DSC-T10 doesn’t sport the fancy plexiglass back panel or the 3-inch LCD of the T30, but it’s got most of that camera’s other features and a nice looking 2.5-inch LCD of its own. To keep things interesting, Sony has offered a choice of four colors for the T10: black, pink, silver, and white.”
Website: CNET - Sony DSC-T10 Review
CNET have reviewed the Sony T10, a 7 slim megapixel digital camera with a 3x zoom lens, 2.5 inch LCD screen, optical image stabilization and a fastest ISO speed of 1000. “This time, Sony serves up the 7.2-megapixel Cyber Shot DSC-T10, which lands between the 6-megapixel DSC-T9 and the 7.2-megapixel…
PrinterSpot have reviewed the Epson Stylus Photo RX700 all-in-one printer, a six colour model that can print on CDs and DVDs.
“We were impressed with the RX700’s transparency adapter feature which lets you scan slides and negatives. However, we found the system to be pretty flaky. Sometimes the printer wouldn’t recognize perfectly good negatives, while others scanned without a problem. A few times taking out the negatives and reinserting them into the adapter corrected the problem, but not always.”
PrinterSpot have reviewed the Epson Stylus Photo RX700 all-in-one printer, a six colour model that can print on CDs and DVDs. “We were impressed with the RX700’s transparency adapter feature which lets you scan slides and negatives. However, we found the system to be pretty flaky. Sometimes the printer wouldn’t…
Imaging Resource have published their review of the Fujifilm FinePix F30, which offers ISO 3200, 6 megapixels, 3x optical zoom lens and a 2.5 inch LCD.
“What all this means is that while ISO 1600 and 3200 may be just okay on the F30, ISO 800 is downright great. And, for the most part, ISO 800 is the most you’ll need since it lets you shoot in a variety of low-light situations—indoor events such as parties; group photos at restaurants; rock concerts—without turning on your flash.”
Website: Imaging Resource - Fujifilm FinePix F30 Review
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Imaging Resource have published their review of the Fujifilm FinePix F30, which offers ISO 3200, 6 megapixels, 3x optical zoom lens and a 2.5 inch LCD. “What all this means is that while ISO 1600 and 3200 may be just okay on the F30, ISO 800 is downright great. And…
DPReview have just reviewed the Ricoh GR Digital, an 8 megapixel compact digicam based on the GR Series of 35mm compact film cameras.
“A niche product, and one that Ricoh should be applauded for designing in a market stuffed with ‘me too’ cameras, but one that its hard to wholeheartedly recommend. If it had breathtaking image quality the price would be irrelevant, but as it stands you’re paying nearly as much as a Nikon D50 outfit for the camera…”
Website: DPReview - Ricoh GR Digital Review
DPReview have just reviewed the Ricoh GR Digital, an 8 megapixel compact digicam based on the GR Series of 35mm compact film cameras. “A niche product, and one that Ricoh should be applauded for designing in a market stuffed with ‘me too’ cameras, but one that its hard to wholeheartedly…
Steves Digicams have reviewed the Kodak Easyshare Z612 camera, which offers 6 megapixels, 12x optical zoom lens and a 2.5 inch LCD.
“Ergonomics are excellent. I found the Z612’s body felt comfortable and secure in my hands thanks to the extra large handgrip. The controls are well placed and functional, positioned within easy reach of your thumb and index finger. The onscreen menu system was logically organized, and can be accessed whether you’re using the LCD or EVF. Both displays worked very well in various lighting situations. Outdoors the LCD was a pleasure to use, even with the bright sun shining directly onto it. While I was pleased with the quality of the EVF, I was sad to see there is no form of dioptric adjustment. In marginal lighting conditions, both displays “gain up” nicely, allowing you to successfully frame the subject.”
Steves Digicams have reviewed the Kodak Easyshare Z612 camera, which offers 6 megapixels, 12x optical zoom lens and a 2.5 inch LCD. “Ergonomics are excellent. I found the Z612’s body felt comfortable and secure in my hands thanks to the extra large handgrip. The controls are well placed and functional…
This week’s Gary’s Parries topics are:
1. Nikon D80 Got The Shakes
2. Digital Versus Film Cameras In Baghdad
3. Once A Photographer, Always A Photographer
4. Five Megapixel Images Look The Best
Introducing this week’s Gary’s Parries column. Everything you always wanted to know about digital cameras, but were afraid to ask. No question too difficult, or too easy. As a Senior Principal Software Engineer, and a former Assistant Professor of Computer Information Systems, as well as a recording studio owner/operator, inventor, and now, a digital camera enthusiast, GARY has more digital camera knowledge in his entire brain than most people have in their little finger. In the unlikely event that GARY would not know the answer to your question, he will answer it anyway, true to the spirit of the word “Parries”, a fencing term which, in this context, implies “cleverly evasive answers”. So let your imagination run wild. Email all your nagging digital camera questions to: [email protected] , and then, En Garde!
You may also attach to your email an ORIGINAL PHOTO of your choosing. A preview of the photo will be displayed with your question, and a full-sized version will be just a click away. No personal information will be published with your question unless you specifically include it in the text or attached photo of your email, which may be further edited for grammar, content, or other reasons.
This week’s Gary’s Parries topics are: 1. Nikon D80 Got The Shakes 2. Digital Versus Film Cameras In Baghdad 3. Once A Photographer, Always A Photographer 4. Five Megapixel Images Look The Best Introducing this week’s Gary’s Parries column. Everything you always wanted to know about digital cameras, but were…
I thought I would end the week by sharing some exciting news with you about a little company called Hewlett Packard and their very ambitious plans for the large-format printer market. Due to be officially launched at Photokina in September, HP are set to launch a brand new range of large format printers that will definitely compete with what Epson and Canon currently have to offer. I can’t share too many details with you at this point, but can tell you this:
- various large-format printer sizes
- pigment based
- the same Vivera inks as the smaller HP B9180 printer, which has just started shipping
- print longevity won’t be an issue - Wilhelm ratings will be more than sufficient!
- wide range of different paper types, something that has been a weak-point for HP in the past
- innovative colour management system that hasn’t been seen before
I’ve had the opportunity to see pre-release versions of these printers in action, and can honestly say that HP are definitely onto something good. All will be revealed on September 26th…
I thought I would end the week by sharing some exciting news with you about a little company called Hewlett Packard and their very ambitious plans for the large-format printer market. Due to be officially launched at Photokina in September, HP are set to launch a brand new range of…
PopPhoto have published their review of the Fujifilm FinePix F30, which offers ISO 3200, 6 megapixels, 3x optical zoom lens and a 2.5 inch LCD.
“The Fujifilm Finepix posted impressive numbers in the lab, keeping noise at bay all the way up to ISO 3200, which scored a 2.45 (Moderate) in our noise test, with just about a 20% drop in resolution (1310-Very High) over the resolution results for ISO 100 (1655-Extremely High.) Fujifilm is doing a lot of things right with their in-camera processing and noise suppression algorithms to post results such as these.”
Website: PopPhoto - Fujifilm FinePix F30 Review
Website: Read our Fujifilm Finepix F30 Review
PopPhoto have published their review of the Fujifilm FinePix F30, which offers ISO 3200, 6 megapixels, 3x optical zoom lens and a 2.5 inch LCD. “The Fujifilm Finepix posted impressive numbers in the lab, keeping noise at bay all the way up to ISO 3200, which scored a 2.45 (Moderate)…
Norwegian website Akam.no have just reviewed the Olympus mju 720 SW, a 7.1 megapixel, 3x zoom, 2.5 inch LCD, weatherproof digital camera.
Website: Akam.no - Olympus mju 720 SW Review
Norwegian website Akam.no have just reviewed the Olympus mju 720 SW, a 7.1 megapixel, 3x zoom, 2.5 inch LCD, weatherproof digital camera. Website: Akam.no - Olympus mju 720 SW Review Latest Prices / User Reviews
TrustedReviews have reviewed the A3+ printer from the HP, the Photosmart 8750.
“Print quality from the nine-colour Vivera ink system is very good. The nine colours are C,M,Y, photo cyan, photo magenta, blue and three shades of grey. Our test image was very well reproduced, showing a lot of detail in shadowed areas, which other printers struggled to distinguish. Details in the foreground are extremely sharp and the smooth transition in the sky is also well handled. We can see little difference between normal and best mode prints, so you might as well save time by printing everything in normal mode.”
Website: TrustedReviews - HP Photosmart 8750 Review
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TrustedReviews have reviewed the A3+ printer from the HP, the Photosmart 8750. “Print quality from the nine-colour Vivera ink system is very good. The nine colours are C,M,Y, photo cyan, photo magenta, blue and three shades of grey. Our test image was very well reproduced, showing a lot of detail…
The Canon Digital IXUS 800 IS is currently Canon’s flagship compact digital camera. An image-stabilized, 4x zoom lens equivalent to 35-140mm, 2.5 inch LCD screen and fast Digic II image processor are just a few of the features on offer. With Photokina just around the corner, the IXUS 800 IS will undoubtedly be replaced, so it could also become a bit of a bargain. But is it worth considering, whatever the price may be? We take a look in our latest review.
Website: Canon Digital IXUS 800 IS Review
The Canon Digital IXUS 800 IS is currently Canon’s flagship compact digital camera. An image-stabilized, 4x zoom lens equivalent to 35-140mm, 2.5 inch LCD screen and fast Digic II image processor are just a few of the features on offer. With Photokina just around the corner, the IXUS 800 IS…
The July 2006 Giveaway has now ended - here are the 3 lucky winners who each win a prize.
Robert Whizner, Charles Akers and Gavin Gray have each won a copy of the Birdwatcher’s Guide to Digital Photography, the Book of Digital Photography and the Digital Photographer’s Guide to Photoshop Elements 4.
Prizes kindly donated by Ilex Press (http://www.ilex-press.com)
Don’t worry if you didn’t win this time - a brand new contest will be starting soon…
The July 2006 Giveaway has now ended - here are the 3 lucky winners who each win a prize. Robert Whizner, Charles Akers and Gavin Gray have each won a copy of the Birdwatcher’s Guide to Digital Photography, the Book of Digital Photography and the Digital Photographer’s Guide to Photoshop…
Kingston Press Release
Brazilian Photographer Claudio Edinger Reveals Art of the Picture Essay at Kingston.com - ‘Master of the Photo Essay’ Emphasizes Research of Subjects and Reviewing Works of Accomplished Photographers as Keys to Success
Fountain Valley, CA – August 17, 2006 – Kingston Technology Company, Inc., the independent world leader in memory products, will feature renowned Brazilian photographer Claudio Edinger on its Icons of Photography Web site beginning today. Frequently referred to as the “Master of the Essays” for his natural ability to tell a complete and detailed story through photographs, Edinger will share some of the techniques he feels have made him successful and believes can be applied to anyone. Edinger will also share his thoughts on digital imaging and how it has changed his professional career—becoming an essential and exclusive part of his equipment lineup.
Kingston Press Release Brazilian Photographer Claudio Edinger Reveals Art of the Picture Essay at Kingston.com - ‘Master of the Photo Essay’ Emphasizes Research of Subjects and Reviewing Works of Accomplished Photographers as Keys to Success Fountain Valley, CA – August 17, 2006 – Kingston Technology Company, Inc., the independent world…
Tamron Press Release
Honor Marks Tamron’s 8th Time to Receive This Most Prestigious and Internationally Recognized Award
August 17, 2006, Omiya, Japan — The SP AF17-50mm F/2.8 XR Di II LD Aspherical (IF) (Model A16), a lightweight, compact and fast zoom lens designed for exclusive use with digital SLR cameras equipped with APS-C sized image sensors, which was launched by Tamron on May 15, 2006, has been selected as the winner of the EISA Photo Award – European Consumer Lens of the Year 2006-2007. The lens was highly evaluated by the editors-in-chief and technical editors of leading photographic magazines in Europe as an easy-to-use, high performance and fast standard zoom lens featuring the latest optical design technologies.
Tamron Press Release Honor Marks Tamron’s 8th Time to Receive This Most Prestigious and Internationally Recognized Award August 17, 2006, Omiya, Japan — The SP AF17-50mm F/2.8 XR Di II LD Aspherical (IF) (Model A16), a lightweight, compact and fast zoom lens designed for exclusive use with digital SLR cameras…
Translate your stock library keywords into different languages with BabelPix, available now for $39.95.
Bedouin Ventures Press Release
(Seattle, WA) - Bedouin Ventures, LLC, (www.bedouinventures.com) today released BabelPix™, a cross-platform software application that will enable photographers and stock photography agencies to sell to non-English speaking international audiences by translating photo keywords to foreign languages. The application will also allow foreign photographers and image buyers access to photographs and markets previously only available to English speakers by translating foreign language keywords to English. BabelPix™ (www.babelpix.com) accepts .jpg or .tif image files with embedded keywords and translates those files to foreign languages with a simple, easy-to-use interface. Bedouin Ventures, LLC, officially released the English-Spanish/Spanish-English version today, but reported that more versions are in the works. The company plans to offer additional modules in coming months, including Chinese, German, and other languages.
Translate your stock library keywords into different languages with BabelPix, available now for $39.95. Bedouin Ventures Press Release (Seattle, WA) - Bedouin Ventures, LLC, (www.bedouinventures.com) today released BabelPix™, a cross-platform software application that will enable photographers and stock photography agencies to sell to non-English speaking international audiences by translating photo…
Nikon UK Press Release
Clothes Show Live and Nikon join forces for Young Fashion Photographer of the Year award
Thursday August 17, 2006 - Clothes Show Live 2006 has increased its support for young creative talent by introducing a Young Fashion Photographer of the Year Competition, in association with Nikon, as part of its renowned Educational Bursary scheme. The award is the first of its kind in the UK and aims to celebrate up and coming British talent within the world of fashion photography. The competition invites 16-25 year olds from across the UK to create a picture that encapsulates the world of fashion photography. The brief requires budding photographers to use their imagination and photographic skills to create and shoot an image that sums up exotic locations, foreign travel and glamorous people. However entrants do not need to travel to far flung destinations – utilising everyday scenarios, e.g. in your front garden or the local park, is just as effective. Entrants must also complete an application form explaining what influenced their design and include with their photograph any preliminary sketches or designs.
Nikon UK Press Release Clothes Show Live and Nikon join forces for Young Fashion Photographer of the Year award Thursday August 17, 2006 - Clothes Show Live 2006 has increased its support for young creative talent by introducing a Young Fashion Photographer of the Year Competition, in association with Nikon…
REALVIZ Press Release
Sophia Antipolis, France (August 17, 2006) – REALVIZ, a leading developer of image processing software, announces the availability of ImmerVision’s IVP standard file format within REALVIZ Stitcher Unlimited 5.5 for professional panorama creators. The ImmerVision IVP format allows panoramas to be played on multiple platforms and devices using PURE Player. Furthermore, with the PURE Player for Java and PURE Player PRO for Java viewers, creators can easily load panoramic images onto any computer or website without installing a plug-in.
REALVIZ Press Release Sophia Antipolis, France (August 17, 2006) – REALVIZ, a leading developer of image processing software, announces the availability of ImmerVision’s IVP standard file format within REALVIZ Stitcher Unlimited 5.5 for professional panorama creators. The ImmerVision IVP format allows panoramas to be played on multiple platforms and devices…
Kingston Technology Press Release
Kingston Adds Ontrack Data Recovery Software To “Ultimate” Line of CompactFlash Memory Cards - Company Increases Write Speed to 133x; Adds New 8-GB Card for Higher Capacity Needs
Fountain Valley, CA – August 15, 2006 – Kingston Technology Company, Inc., the independent world leader in memory products, today announced it is upgrading its “Ultimate” line of CompactFlash memory cards by preloading the cards with Ontrack’s EasyRecovery Professional software version 6.1. Kingston’s Ultimate line of Compact Flash cards is targeted for professional and advanced amateur photographers. The Ontrack® EasyRecovery™ Professional software provides data recovery capabilities for lost digital photos. In addition, Kingston will increase the sustained write speed on its 2/4-GB CompactFlash Ultimate cards from 100x to 133x and will add a new 8-GB capacity card with a write speed of 133x to the line.
Kingston Technology Press Release Kingston Adds Ontrack Data Recovery Software To “Ultimate” Line of CompactFlash Memory Cards - Company Increases Write Speed to 133x; Adds New 8-GB Card for Higher Capacity Needs Fountain Valley, CA – August 15, 2006 – Kingston Technology Company, Inc., the independent world leader in memory…