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Imaging Resource have just reviewed the new 6 megapixel Nikon Coolpix S5 digital camera.
“While, in all honesty, I had been getting a bit bored with the recent crop of slim cameras, the wave design of the new Nikon S5 and S6, made me sit up and take notice. With dimensions of approximately 3.7 x 2.3 x 0.8 inches, a weight of 5.3 ounces (with battery and SD card), and a smooth metallic surface that’s cool to the touch, the S5 is a camera you can put in your pocket and truly forget about until you’re ready to shoot.”
Imaging Resource have just reviewed the new 6 megapixel Nikon Coolpix S5 digital camera. “While, in all honesty, I had been getting a bit bored with the recent crop of slim cameras, the wave design of the new Nikon S5 and S6, made me sit up and take notice. With…
DigitalCameraInfo have reviewed the Canon PowerShot S3 IS, a 6 megapixel camera with an image stabilized 12x zoom lens, ISO 800 and a 2 inch LCD screen.
“This model improves upon its predecessor with a new CCD that is designed to suppress noise and offers ISO sensitivities up to 800. It also comes with a 2-inch LCD screen, which includes the signature camcorder-style monitor that flips outward and rotates. With marketing from none other than tennis bombshell Maria Sharapova, the Canon PowerShot S3 IS retails for $499 after shipments began in May.”
DigitalCameraInfo have reviewed the Canon PowerShot S3 IS, a 6 megapixel camera with an image stabilized 12x zoom lens, ISO 800 and a 2 inch LCD screen. “This model improves upon its predecessor with a new CCD that is designed to suppress noise and offers ISO sensitivities up to 800…
The Casio EX-Z70 will be available in black from the beginning of July, and silver from the beginning of August, with a guide retail price of £229.99.
Casio UK Press Release
LONDON, UK June 22, 2006—CASIO ELECTRONICS CO. LTD. and its parent company, CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD., announced today the release of the EXILIM ZOOM EX-Z70, a new addition to its stylish series of EXILIM® digital cameras. This newest high resolution member of the EXILIM family delivers an effective 7.2 megapixels.
The EXILIM series has a reputation for transforming the digital camera market. Slim and stylish, packed with superior functionality, and astonishingly easy to use, EXILIM cameras combine the benefits of compact size, intuitive controls, large displays, and long battery life. The release of the new EX-Z70 complements the already available EX-Z60, a high-performance, 6.0 megapixel model released earlier this year. The EX-Z70 increases the resolution to 7.2 megapixels for even more detailed, beautiful photographs.
The Casio EX-Z70 will be available in black from the beginning of July, and silver from the beginning of August, with a guide retail price of £229.99. Casio UK Press Release LONDON, UK June 22, 2006—CASIO ELECTRONICS CO. LTD. and its parent company, CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD., announced today the…
Casio Europe Press Release
Norderstedt, June 2006 - Summer’s here and we already have the first hit: the new EXILIM ZOOM EX-Z1000 black. Just like the EX-Z1000, which was launched on to the market in its silver body in May 2006, the black high-end compact camera captivates with 10.1 Megapixels resolution and a extra-bright 2.8-inch wide screen TFT colour display. Trend-conscious hobby photographers will get their money’s worth with the new EX-Z1000 black. The matt black body gives the EX-Z1000 black a glamorous appearance. Whether for a stylish entrance to a premiere party or dancing samba in a trendy club - you can take the jewel of Summer 2006 everywhere. The EX-Z1000 black naturally thrills its owners with innovative functions. Three new CASIO zoom functions lead the list of attractive features. The Quick Zoom function allows the presetting of a certain zoom ratio. If you’d like to view wide-angle and telephoto shots parallel on the display, you can use the Zoom Continuous Shutter function. The Non Deterioration Zoom enables the camera to reach extremely high zoom areas up to a 17.1x magnification*. With the Cropping function, the 37 preset BEST SHOT pre recorded scenes and the Anti Shake DSP (Digital Signal Processor), the EX-Z1000 black rounds off the recipe for a successful summer.
Casio Europe Press Release Norderstedt, June 2006 - Summer’s here and we already have the first hit: the new EXILIM ZOOM EX-Z1000 black. Just like the EX-Z1000, which was launched on to the market in its silver body in May 2006, the black high-end compact camera captivates with 10.1 Megapixels…
Olympus UK Press Release
London. 22 June 2006 - Olympus has released firmware updates for two of its E-System digital SLR cameras, the E-330 and E-300. The latest firmware update for the E-330 enables autofocusing even in the Macro Live Preview mode. In addition, the updates give both cameras improved exposure precision in Macro mode and when using Spot Metering. Both firmware updates are available now for immediate download. The release of these firmware upgrades illustrates Olympus’ commitment to developing the E-System range of digital SLR’s. These latest updates improve the performance of the E-330 and E-300 for an even more satisfying photographic experience and even better results.
Olympus UK Press Release London. 22 June 2006 - Olympus has released firmware updates for two of its E-System digital SLR cameras, the E-330 and E-300. The latest firmware update for the E-330 enables autofocusing even in the Macro Live Preview mode. In addition, the updates give both cameras improved…
HP Press Release
HP Exercises Intellectual Property Rights in Ink - Company discovers patent infringements by retailers Walgreens and OfficeMax
PALO ALTO, Calif., June 21, 2006 - HP today announced that the company is working with national retailers Walgreen Co. and OfficeMax to resolve ink patent infringements found in multiple U.S. stores of both companies. Inks found in both Walgreens and OfficeMax refilling service stations infringe HP patents. Both companies are cooperating with HP and are working toward resolution. “HP protects its intellectual property wherever infringements are found,” said Pradeep Jotwani, senior vice president, Supplies, Imaging and Printing Group, HP. “Decades of research and development investment by HP have resulted in more than 4,000 patents related to printing supplies, allowing us to deliver the superior quality and reliable printing experience associated with original HP supplies.”
HP Press Release HP Exercises Intellectual Property Rights in Ink - Company discovers patent infringements by retailers Walgreens and OfficeMax PALO ALTO, Calif., June 21, 2006 - HP today announced that the company is working with national retailers Walgreen Co. and OfficeMax to resolve ink patent infringements found in multiple…
Fantasea Press Release
Fantasea Line is pleased to let you have an advance look at our new products and affordable underwater solutions for the 2006 dive season to be released soon. These include 5 new housings for Nikon Coolpix cameras, for the first time Fantasea housings will be fully functional. These new housings allow the underwater photographer to access all essential control functions including On/Off, Zoom, Macro, Exposure, Mode, Menu, Review, Flash On/Off, Delete, Video, White Balance and more. Fantasea is also pleased to release a new DSLR housing for the revolutionary Olympus E330 camera and upgraded DSLR systems for the Nikon D50, D70 and D70S.
Fantasea Press Release Fantasea Line is pleased to let you have an advance look at our new products and affordable underwater solutions for the 2006 dive season to be released soon. These include 5 new housings for Nikon Coolpix cameras, for the first time Fantasea housings will be fully functional…
Direct Source Marketing (DSM) Press Release
CONCORD, CA, June 22, 2006 – A joint venture between Rolleiflex and Horseman today announced one of the widest angle cameras on the market, Horseman SW-D Pro, which accepts digital camera backs to give professional and high-end consumer photographers wide angle opportunities that weren’t available in the past for medium format digital photography. Some of the possibilities not generally accessible for medium format digital photography in the past include super wide angle lenses and bellows-like movements.
Direct Source Marketing (DSM) Press Release CONCORD, CA, June 22, 2006 – A joint venture between Rolleiflex and Horseman today announced one of the widest angle cameras on the market, Horseman SW-D Pro, which accepts digital camera backs to give professional and high-end consumer photographers wide angle opportunities that weren’t…
Adobe UK Press Release
Adobe and Google Team to Distribute the Google Toolbar with Adobe’s Macromedia Shockwave Player, Additional Adobe Products in the Future
LONDON. — June 22, 2006 — Adobe Systems Incorporated (Nasdaq:ADBE) today announced the signing of a multi-year agreement with Google Inc. (Nasdaq:GOOG) to distribute the Google Toolbar with various Adobe products over the life of the deal. As a part of the agreement, Adobe and Google today will launch availability of the Google Toolbar with downloads of Adobe’s Macromedia Shockwave® Player. The Google Toolbar will now be offered as part of the Shockwave Player installation process for Internet Explorer on Windows. Under the terms of the agreement, the Google Toolbar will also be offered as part of other Adobe product installations in the future.
Adobe UK Press Release Adobe and Google Team to Distribute the Google Toolbar with Adobe’s Macromedia Shockwave Player, Additional Adobe Products in the Future LONDON. — June 22, 2006 — Adobe Systems Incorporated (Nasdaq:ADBE) today announced the signing of a multi-year agreement with Google Inc. (Nasdaq:GOOG) to distribute the Google…
Luminous Landscape have published their review of the new Canon PROGRAPH iPF5000 large format printer.
“Some initial comments on the web about print quality suggested that prints from the iPF 5000 had something less than full continuous tone quality. I’m not sure where that came from but I can assure you that this is definitely not the case. I have looked at prints under both a high quality 3X Schneider loup as well as a 10X loupe. With the naked eye prints are definitely continuous tone, just as you’d expect them to be. Under a 3X loupe the dithering pattern is just visible. Under a 10X loupe it is clearly visible just as it is on every inkjet printer.”
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Luminous Landscape have published their review of the new Canon PROGRAPH iPF5000 large format printer. “Some initial comments on the web about print quality suggested that prints from the iPF 5000 had something less than full continuous tone quality. I’m not sure where that came from but I can assure…
DCResource have published their review of the SD700 IS (also known as the Canon Digital IXUS 800 IS), a 6 megapixel camera with an image stabilized 4x zoom lens (first time on an IXUS camera).
“The PowerShot SD700 is a compact and very stylish camera. It’s made almost entirely of metal, and it feels nice and solid. The camera is easy to hold and operate, though some of the buttons on the back of the camera could be larger. The SD700 gives you a little more zoom than your typical ultra-compact, with a 4X lens instead of the usual 3X. This is Canon’s first ultra-compact with optical image stabilization, and it works well during my time with the camera. While it won’t work miracles, the OIS system will make your photos sharper and movies steadier. The SD700 also features a large and sharp 2.5” LCD display that’s easily visible in low light. Thankfully Canon didn’t dump the optical viewfinder on this camera—that feature seems to be going the way of the dinosaur in the ultra-compact class.”
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DCResource have published their review of the SD700 IS (also known as the Canon Digital IXUS 800 IS), a 6 megapixel camera with an image stabilized 4x zoom lens (first time on an IXUS camera). “The PowerShot SD700 is a compact and very stylish camera. It’s made almost entirely of…
DIWA member and Norwegian website Digit.no have the first online review of the 6.2-megapixel HP Photosmart R727 digital camera.
“The inexpensive Photosmart R727 is filled with a multitude of software related features, most of them quite innovative and very useful. A 3x zoom lens is completely integrated into a slim and solid metal housing with a high resolution 2.5” LCD screen, making the camera user friendly and comfortable in most respects. Quite surprisingly, the camera delivers excellent image quality, only disturbed by some excessive lens distortion and colour fringing. Unfortunately, some imperfect camera construction details deteriorate the overall impression, such as its mediocre low light auto focus ability and useless AF assisting lamp, its weak flash, lack of optical finder and A/V output, slow startup and image storing, no camera settings memory and maximum ISO 400 sensitivity. Also, left hand fingers are easily obstructing the lens, some buttons are uncomfortable and sound and video recording may be activated unwillingly. Nevertheless, the HP Photosmart R727 delivers excellent value for money if you are able to overlook or overcome its weaknesses.”
Website: Digit.no - HP Photosmart R727 Review
DIWA member and Norwegian website Digit.no have the first online review of the 6.2-megapixel HP Photosmart R727 digital camera. “The inexpensive Photosmart R727 is filled with a multitude of software related features, most of them quite innovative and very useful. A 3x zoom lens is completely integrated into a slim…
Imaging Resource have reviewed the Canon Powershot SD600 (also called the Canon Digital IXUS 60), which has 6 megapixels, 3x zoom lens, ISO 800, Widescreen (16:9) mode, and a 2.5 inch LCD.
“There’s no arguing with it—Canon makes some of the most consistently appealing compact cameras around, mostly because they don’t skimp on image quality. With the new PowerShot SD600 Digital ELPH, that steady attention to imaging detail continues with several new small but substantial improvements. In particular, the SD600 is the latest camera from Canon to tackle one of the hottest issues in digital cameras right now: low-light shooting.”
Imaging Resource have reviewed the Canon Powershot SD600 (also called the Canon Digital IXUS 60), which has 6 megapixels, 3x zoom lens, ISO 800, Widescreen (16:9) mode, and a 2.5 inch LCD. “There’s no arguing with it—Canon makes some of the most consistently appealing compact cameras around, mostly because they…
Panasonic USA Press Release
SECAUCUS, NJ (June 21, 2006) – Panasonic Corporation of North America (NYSE: MC) today announced the availability of its first digital single-lens reflex (SLR) camera with an interchangeable lens, the DMC-L1, in the United States . The camera will be available beginning early September for a suggested retail price of $1,999. The camera comes equipped with a LEICA D VARIO-ELMARIT lens featuring the industry’s first optical image stabilization system – MEGA O.I.S – designed specifically for the Leica lens. “With the DMC-L1, we confirm Panasonic’s position as a leader in the imaging category,” noted Rich Campbell, Director of the Imaging Group for Panasonic. “In this camera, we have incorporated today’s most advanced digital technologies while maintaining the attractive look and operating feel of the traditional film camera. The DMC-L1 is the flagship model in our digital camera line. It delivers clear, detailed, beautiful imaging, free of unwanted digital characteristics, and allows advanced photographers and hobbyists alike satisfying, intuitive shooting from a digital SLR.”
Panasonic USA Press Release SECAUCUS, NJ (June 21, 2006) – Panasonic Corporation of North America (NYSE: MC) today announced the availability of its first digital single-lens reflex (SLR) camera with an interchangeable lens, the DMC-L1, in the United States . The camera will be available beginning early September for a…
Panasonic Press Release
Date: 7.00AM (GMT), 21st June 2006
Introducing the LUMIX DMC-L1—Panasonic’s First Digital SLR Camera with Interchangeable Lens. After much anticipated interest, Panasonic is pleased to announce that its first digital single-lens reflex (SLR) camera with interchangeable lens, the DMC-L1, will be on sale from 22nd July 2006, in Japan. Delivering superb photographic rendering capabilities as well as ease of use, the DMC-L1 is set to be a firm favourite.
Panasonic Press Release Date: 7.00AM (GMT), 21st June 2006 Introducing the LUMIX DMC-L1—Panasonic’s First Digital SLR Camera with Interchangeable Lens. After much anticipated interest, Panasonic is pleased to announce that its first digital single-lens reflex (SLR) camera with interchangeable lens, the DMC-L1, will be on sale from 22nd July 2006…
FrameFree Technologies Press Release
FrameFree Studio™ Creates Premium Quality Motion Imagery from Still Photographs, Enabling Entirely New Style of Visual Expression
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. – June 19, 2006 – FrameFree Technologies, developers of a family of products that provide easy and efficient authoring and compression of motion imagery, today announced the launch of FrameFree Studio, the first digital imaging software that allows for the creation of compelling movies from still photographs without a steep learning curve or compromising quality at any bandwidth. FrameFree Studio is available in four different versions: FrameFree Studio HD, FrameFree Studio SD, FrameFree Studio Pro, and FrameFree Studio Express, all of which are available now at http://www.framefree.com.
FrameFree Technologies Press Release FrameFree Studio™ Creates Premium Quality Motion Imagery from Still Photographs, Enabling Entirely New Style of Visual Expression SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. – June 19, 2006 – FrameFree Technologies, developers of a family of products that provide easy and efficient authoring and compression of motion imagery, today announced…
Canon are set to meet their target of a 46% profit rise for camera sales, reports Reuters. “Iwashita said it may top that figure on robust sales of new products, including the EOS 30D (pictured) digital single lens reflex (SLR) camera, a high-end model launched in March that features a 8.2 megapixel image sensor and sells for about 160,000 yen ($1,386).” Canon also said that they will not enter a price war with the likes of Sony and Panasonic, two new entrants to the DSLR market.
Website: Reuters - Canon says camera division may beat estimate
Canon are set to meet their target of a 46% profit rise for camera sales, reports Reuters. “Iwashita said it may top that figure on robust sales of new products, including the EOS 30D (pictured) digital single lens reflex (SLR) camera, a high-end model launched in March that features a…
Medea International Press Release
With Infiniti Lightscribe discs you can burn and ‘scribe’ your CD-R using the same device. A special coating is used on the upper surface of the discs that allows a Lightscribe enabled disc burner to ‘burn’ a design onto it. Focused light energy from the laser inside a Lightscribe drive causes a chemical reaction on the thin, dye coated surface on the disc. Because there is no printing involved there is no need for the extra expense of a separate printer.. All Lightscribe designs are etched using the laser already inside your disc drive.
Medea International Press Release With Infiniti Lightscribe discs you can burn and ‘scribe’ your CD-R using the same device. A special coating is used on the upper surface of the discs that allows a Lightscribe enabled disc burner to ‘burn’ a design onto it. Focused light energy from the laser…
PCMagazine have reviewed the new 10x zoom, 5 megapixel, compact Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ1 digital camera.
“When Panasonic introduced the Lumix DMC-TZ1, it claimed the camera was the world’s smallest superzoom, but Kodak has since stolen its thunder by introducing the dual-lens EasyShare V610, an even tinier, more ultracompact superzoom, with the added bonus of being Bluetooth-enabled. The 610 also looks better than the chunkier, less stylish TZ1. But if picture quality is your top priority, the TZ1 delivers. And at a low list price of $349.95, it’s something of a bargain.”
Website: PCMagazine - Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ1 Review
PCMagazine have reviewed the new 10x zoom, 5 megapixel, compact Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ1 digital camera. “When Panasonic introduced the Lumix DMC-TZ1, it claimed the camera was the world’s smallest superzoom, but Kodak has since stolen its thunder by introducing the dual-lens EasyShare V610, an even tinier, more ultracompact superzoom, with…
DIWA member LetsGoDigital have just reviewed the new Fujifilm FinePix V10 Zoom, a 5 megapixel camera with 3 inch LCD screen that can also play games!
“I have nothing but praise for the small lens, which really does live up to its promise. It produces sharp images that are rich in detail, and is virtually free of distortion. Typical issues such as chromatic aberration simply do not occur with this camera, and the combination of the excellent white balance and light metering ensures the Fujifilm V10 offers an extraordinarily strong digital combination. It goes without saying that the large format 3 inch screen is simply a joy to work with. As a result, you are more likely to share the stored photos when surrounded by your friends and family, which allows you to relive the exact moment of capturing time and time again on a large format (that is: for camera standards) screen.”
DIWA member LetsGoDigital have just reviewed the new Fujifilm FinePix V10 Zoom, a 5 megapixel camera with 3 inch LCD screen that can also play games! “I have nothing but praise for the small lens, which really does live up to its promise. It produces sharp images that are rich…