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Ricoh have released a new firmware version, 2.01, for the Ricoh GR Digital, an 8 megapixel compact digicam based on the GR Series of 35mm compact film cameras.
- [LEFT] / [RIGHT] for [DIAL DIRECTION]
Selectable a setting value to increase / decrease using the Up-down dial and the ADJ. dial for some setting changes.
- [ON] / [OFF] for [SYNCHRO. MONITOR]
Selectable a setting of the LCD ON/OFF when you press the shutter release halfway in the Synchro-Monitor mode.
- [ON] / [OFF] for [ADJ SHTR BTN SET]
Selectable to add the feature to the shutter button for the [OK] command in the ADJ. mode or in some settings.
Ricoh have released a new firmware version, 2.01, for the Ricoh GR Digital, an 8 megapixel compact digicam based on the GR Series of 35mm compact film cameras. - [LEFT] / [RIGHT] for [DIAL DIRECTION] Selectable a setting value to increase / decrease using the Up-down dial and the ADJ…
PCMagazine have enthusiastically reviewed the 7.5 megapixel, live preview Olympus E-330 DSLR camera, awarding it their “Editor’s Choice” award.
“The camera that made one of the biggest splashes at this year’s PMA show in Orlando, Florida, was undoubtedly the Olympus Evolt E-330 ($1,100 List). And for good reason: It’s the first D-SLR to give consumers the option of framing their shots on the LCD, a feature that’s been available on lower-end digital cameras for years. That’s not the sole reason we awarded the Evolt E-330 an Editors’ Choice as a specialty D-SLR, but it certainly tipped the scales.”
Website: PCMagazine - Olympus E-330 Review
PCMagazine have enthusiastically reviewed the 7.5 megapixel, live preview Olympus E-330 DSLR camera, awarding it their “Editor’s Choice” award. “The camera that made one of the biggest splashes at this year’s PMA show in Orlando, Florida, was undoubtedly the Olympus Evolt E-330 ($1,100 List). And for good reason: It’s the…
ePhotoZine have reviewed the 7.5 megapixel, live preview Olympus E-330 DSLR camera.
“Images display excellent edge-to-edge sharpness which can be attributed in part to the quality of the kit lens included with the camera. Colour reproduction is accurate when using default settings, there is a vivid colour option which provides a bit of extra punch, especially with red and greens. The auto white-balance performs well outdoors in natural light, but when used indoors under incandescent or fluorescent lighting, images retain a strong orange cast often needing extra correction in Photoshop afterwards.”
Website: ePhotoZine - Olympus E-330 Review
ePhotoZine have reviewed the 7.5 megapixel, live preview Olympus E-330 DSLR camera. “Images display excellent edge-to-edge sharpness which can be attributed in part to the quality of the kit lens included with the camera. Colour reproduction is accurate when using default settings, there is a vivid colour option which provides…
DIWA member and Norwegian website Digit.no have just reviewed the new Sony Cyber-shot DSC-R1, a 10.3 megapixel compact camera with an APS-C sized sensor that allows for a “live” preview.
DIWA member and Norwegian website Digit.no have just reviewed the new Sony Cyber-shot DSC-R1, a 10.3 megapixel compact camera with an APS-C sized sensor that allows for a “live” preview. Website: Digit.no - Sony Cyber-shot DSC-R1 Review Latest Prices / User Reviews
DigiCamReview have reviewed the Olympus SP-500UZ digital camera, which has a 10x optical zoom lens equivalent to 38-380mm, 6 megapixels, 2.5 inch LCD screen and an electronic viewfinder.
“Announced on the 29th of August 05, the Olympus SP-500 Ultra Zoom is a new 6 megapixel digital camera with a 10x optical zoom ED lens. The cameras 10x optical zoom lens is equiv. 38-380mm on a 35mm camera. The Olympus SP-500 is available from around £199, this makes it good value for money for an ultra zoom 6 megapixel digital camera. The camera is enclosed in a sturdy black plastic body. The SP-500 records videos at 30fps and with a resolution of 320x240. The camera is fairly compact for an ultra zoom digital camera - the body measures: 105.5 x 74.5 x 71.0 mm (without protruding parts), and weighs approx. 285g.”
DigiCamReview have reviewed the Olympus SP-500UZ digital camera, which has a 10x optical zoom lens equivalent to 38-380mm, 6 megapixels, 2.5 inch LCD screen and an electronic viewfinder. “Announced on the 29th of August 05, the Olympus SP-500 Ultra Zoom is a new 6 megapixel digital camera with a 10x…
Here are the sample photos from my upcoming review of the new 5 megapixel Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS2, a few days before the full review is online. The Panasonic LS2 is a fairly compact digital camera with a 3x optical zoom lens equivalent to 35mm to 105mm on a 35mm film camera, optical image stabilzer and and a 2 inch LCD screen.
Website: Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS2 Photos
Here are the sample photos from my upcoming review of the new 5 megapixel Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS2, a few days before the full review is online. The Panasonic LS2 is a fairly compact digital camera with a 3x optical zoom lens equivalent to 35mm to 105mm on a 35mm film…
DIWA member Photoxels have the first online review of the new Nikon Coolpix P3 camera, which offers 8.1 megapixels, 3.5x optical zoom lens and a 2.5 inch LCD.
“The Nikon Coolpix P3 is quite a camera, with a very effective Vibration Reduction (VR) technology (Nikon speak for Image Stabilization) and no-hassle Wi-Fi wireless transfer of your images from camera to PC. Though it does not offer total exposure flexibility, it does give more experienced photographers Programmed Auto and Aperture-Priority modes. Add to that already very attractive mix Manual AF area frame and corresponding Spot AF area metering, AF-assist Illuminator, auto exposure bracketing and auto WB bracketing, Best Shot Selector, and many other practical features, and you have a very performing digital camera in a compact body.”
Website: Photoxels - Nikon Coolpix P3 Review
DIWA member Photoxels have the first online review of the new Nikon Coolpix P3 camera, which offers 8.1 megapixels, 3.5x optical zoom lens and a 2.5 inch LCD. “The Nikon Coolpix P3 is quite a camera, with a very effective Vibration Reduction (VR) technology (Nikon speak for Image Stabilization) and…
Colour Confidence Press Release
Birmingham UK, 21st March, 2006 - Colour Confidence, the leading independent colour management specialists, have today announced they are to be the exclusive UK distributors for the new ColorVision family of products ? all of which will be shipping by the end of March and available from www.colourconfidence.com . “The new Spyder2express is a genuinely exciting product ? to have Spyder2 technology at this price point represents a significant development for the colour management industry”, commented Geoffrey Clements, Managing Director, Colour Confidence. “The update to Spyder2 Suite and Spyder2 PRO gives many users the chance to evaluate the benefits of printer profiling and I expect these products to be a driver for the rest of the market.”
Colour Confidence Press Release Birmingham UK, 21st March, 2006 - Colour Confidence, the leading independent colour management specialists, have today announced they are to be the exclusive UK distributors for the new ColorVision family of products ? all of which will be shipping by the end of March and available…
DCResource have reviewed the new 8 megapixel Canon EOS 30D DSLR.
“From most angles the 30D looks just like its predecessor, the EOS-20D. But take a look at the back of the camera and you’ll see the most noticeable difference: a large 2.5” LCD display. While the screen isn’t as bright or sharp as the one on the Nikon D200, it’s still much nicer than the one found on the 20D or Rebel XT. The 30D is very well put together, with a metal core and solid plastic and rubber outer shell. The controls are well-placed, and Canon hasn’t gone overboard with buttons. Some of the controls, like the four-way controller and playback zoom buttons, are downright useful. Like the 20D before it, the 30D supports both EF and EF-S lenses, and the 1.6X focal length conversion ratio is unchanged.”
Website: DCResource - Canon EOS 30D Review
DCResource have reviewed the new 8 megapixel Canon EOS 30D DSLR. “From most angles the 30D looks just like its predecessor, the EOS-20D. But take a look at the back of the camera and you’ll see the most noticeable difference: a large 2.5” LCD display. While the screen isn’t as…
O’Reilly Media Press Release
O’Reilly Media Signs Eddie Tapp for New Book Series Digital Photography Tutorials to Cover Hot Topics
Miami, FL—Photoshop World—O’Reilly Media has signed an agreement with digital photography expert and trainer, Eddie Tapp. A new tutorial-based book series is in the works entitled “Eddie Tapp on Digital Photography.” The series is designed to cover specific areas of technical need for working professionals and serious students of photography, without forcing them to buy more than they need. Topics covered will range from color management, workflow, to production techniques and output. The first book covering workflow management is due to be released in July 2006. “We’re excited to be working with Eddie Tapp on this much-needed series,” comments Mark Brokering, O’Reilly Media’s V.P., Associate Publisher. “The field of digital photography is growing and evolving so rapidly—and the need for good, reliable information is greater than ever. People are looking for the kind of expertise that can come only from a master craftsman like Eddie.”
O’Reilly Media Press Release O’Reilly Media Signs Eddie Tapp for New Book Series Digital Photography Tutorials to Cover Hot Topics Miami, FL—Photoshop World—O’Reilly Media has signed an agreement with digital photography expert and trainer, Eddie Tapp. A new tutorial-based book series is in the works entitled “Eddie Tapp on Digital…
DIWA member FotoAparat have reviewed the new Olympus mju 700 (also known as the Olympus Stylus 710 in the USA), a 7.1 megapixel camera with 3x zoom, 2.5 inch LCD and a weatherproof body.
Website: FotoAparat - Olympus mju 700 Review
DIWA member FotoAparat have reviewed the new Olympus mju 700 (also known as the Olympus Stylus 710 in the USA), a 7.1 megapixel camera with 3x zoom, 2.5 inch LCD and a weatherproof body. Website: FotoAparat - Olympus mju 700 Review Latest Prices / User Reviews
Imaging Resource have published a review of the Fujifilm FinePix S5600 Zoom (also known as the S5200 in the US), a 5 megapixel compact digital camera with Fujifilm’s new 5th Generation Super CCD HR sensor with Real Photo Technology.
“Fujifilm’s greatest success has been in creating good-quality midrange cameras that sell at very competitive prices, and the new Fuji S5200 aims to continue that success. A couple of years ago, Fuji introduced long-zoom digicams at affordable price levels with their FinePix 2800 and 3800 models. Now, the Fuji S5200 advances the cause even further, with a 5.1-megapixel CCD (up from the S5100’s 4.0-Mp CCD), a 10x optical zoom lens, and a host of exposure modes and features. While it still sports a fully automatic mode, the Fuji FinePix S5200 goes beyond basic “point & shoot” capability with Shutter Priority, Aperture Priority, and Manual modes, as well as a few Scene modes. The Fuji S5200 offers very long-zoom capability and greater exposure control at a surprisingly affordable price.”
Website: Imaging Resource - Fujifilm FinePix S5600 Zoom Review
Imaging Resource have published a review of the Fujifilm FinePix S5600 Zoom (also known as the S5200 in the US), a 5 megapixel compact digital camera with Fujifilm’s new 5th Generation Super CCD HR sensor with Real Photo Technology. “Fujifilm’s greatest success has been in creating good-quality midrange cameras that…
Our good friend, Vincent Oliver over at Photo-i.co.uk, has expanded beyond his website and setup a publishing division called photo-iDVD. This division will produce and publish a series of DVDs on digital photography. The first, a guide to digital photography, was launched at the London Book Fair (5 –7 March, 2006). and is now available online for £14.99.
The “A guide to digital photography” DVD shows you how to get the best results from your digital camera by means of exclusive assignments shot on location. The pictures are manipulated in Adobe Photoshop Elements 4.0, (an easy to use application for digital photography), and are in the form of a fully animated screen movie. (Subsequent DVDs, available from summer 2006, will use Photoshop CS2).
Website: “A Guide to Digital Photography” DVD
Our good friend, Vincent Oliver over at Photo-i.co.uk, has expanded beyond his website and setup a publishing division called photo-iDVD. This division will produce and publish a series of DVDs on digital photography. The first, a guide to digital photography, was launched at the London Book Fair (5 –7 March…
Pentax have announced that they will be showing a brand new product, the PENTAX-DA 70mm F2.4 lens, at the PHOTO IMAGING EXPO 2006 show at Tokyo Big Site in Ariake, Tokyo from March 23 to 26. The Pentax 70mm F2.4 is an interchangeable uni-focal telephoto lens for exclusive use with PENTAX digital SLR cameras.
Model name ( tentative ) : smc PENTAX-DA 70mm F2.4 Limited
Product information
* Compact, lightweight telephoto lens designed for exclusive use with PENTAX digital SLR cameras
* Wide-perspective coverage with a 23-degree angle of view ( equivalent in focal length to 107mm in the 35mm format, when mounted on a PENTAX *istD-series digital SLR camera body )
* PENTAX-original KAF lens mount
* Market launch tentatively scheduled for October 2006
Pentax have announced that they will be showing a brand new product, the PENTAX-DA 70mm F2.4 lens, at the PHOTO IMAGING EXPO 2006 show at Tokyo Big Site in Ariake, Tokyo from March 23 to 26. The Pentax 70mm F2.4 is an interchangeable uni-focal telephoto lens for exclusive use with…
CNET are the first online resource to review the new Canon EOS 30D DSLR.
“There are a few aspects of the 30D that Canon didn’t change but that could have used an update. The battery didn’t last for the length of one of my shooting sessions, or about 250 photos. The lens still casts a shadow when using the onboard flash at wide-angle focal lengths with some lenses. And the viewfinder still shows only 95 percent of the scene. Nonetheless, it remains the top-notch model that the 20D was.”
Website: CNET - Canon EOS 30D Review
CNET are the first online resource to review the new Canon EOS 30D DSLR. “There are a few aspects of the 30D that Canon didn’t change but that could have used an update. The battery didn’t last for the length of one of my shooting sessions, or about 250 photos…
Digital Domain Press Release
Digital Domain Inc. has just released Qimage v2006.250. This latest release of our professional Windows photographic printing software offers better quality and control over the non-photographic objects in your print job such as borders, page background color, and floating text. All of these objects are now color managed just like your photographs so there will be no more surprises or unexpected color when printing borders, text, or page backgrounds with a printer ICC profile enabled. You’ll enjoy the ability to create photo mats using the new double borders and will sail through your project with the new border dropper for picking just the right color to match your borders to your photos! Other cosmetic changes have been made in specific areas to make your photographic printing job even easier and we’ve even thrown in a performance improvement to increase print quality when doing extreme enlargements (printing very large prints from low resolution photos).
Digital Domain Press Release Digital Domain Inc. has just released Qimage v2006.250. This latest release of our professional Windows photographic printing software offers better quality and control over the non-photographic objects in your print job such as borders, page background color, and floating text. All of these objects are now…
DIWA member Steves Digicams have reviewed the new Olympus Stylus 710 (also known as the mju 700 in Europe), a 7.1 megapixel camera with 3x zoom, 2.5 inch LCD and a weatherproof body.
“The 710’s ergonomics are excellent. This is a durable model that has a well built feel to it. The very compact size allows it to be carried in almost any size pocket or purse. But, its unique “wedge” shape still offers a comfortable feel, with the right hand side being “fatter” for an easier grip. The various controls laid out across the back of the body are well placed and functional, with your thumb falling over them naturally.”
DIWA member Steves Digicams have reviewed the new Olympus Stylus 710 (also known as the mju 700 in Europe), a 7.1 megapixel camera with 3x zoom, 2.5 inch LCD and a weatherproof body. “The 710’s ergonomics are excellent. This is a durable model that has a well built feel to…
TrustedReviews have just reviewed the Canon PowerShot SD430 (also known as the Digital IXUS WIRELESS), which features automatic wireless image transfer, wireless control of camera shooting functions from a PC and ships with a wireless print adapter.
“Of course the camera’s big party piece is its wireless connectivity. As features go I’m still not sure it’s that useful, but I have to admit I was very impressed by how easy it was to set up. I experienced some slight technical difficulties when I tried the Nikon P1, but with the IXUS Wireless it was simply a matter of installing the supplied software, connecting the camera via the USB lead to set it up to talk to my computer, and then the wireless link was established.”
TrustedReviews have just reviewed the Canon PowerShot SD430 (also known as the Digital IXUS WIRELESS), which features automatic wireless image transfer, wireless control of camera shooting functions from a PC and ships with a wireless print adapter. “Of course the camera’s big party piece is its wireless connectivity. As features…
InfoTrends Press Release
Maturing Digital Camera Market Expected to Show Growth in New Worldwide Regions
(Weymouth, MA) March, 20 2006… According to a new study from InfoTrends, the worldwide digital camera market continues to demonstrate a strong year-over-year unit growth rate. 2006 sales are expected to reach nearly 89 million units, representing a 15% increase over 2005. Even though worldwide unit and revenue figures are on the rise, shipments are expected to peak soon in North America and Western Europe. Growth in the Asia-Pacific region, Eastern Europe, and Latin America will offset these declines and continue to drive growth through 2010. In fact, the Asia-Pacific region is expected to become the leading region for digital cameras by the end of the forecast period.
InfoTrends Press Release Maturing Digital Camera Market Expected to Show Growth in New Worldwide Regions (Weymouth, MA) March, 20 2006… According to a new study from InfoTrends, the worldwide digital camera market continues to demonstrate a strong year-over-year unit growth rate. 2006 sales are expected to reach nearly 89 million…
Transcend Press Release
Transcend launches its New State-of-the-Art Portable Data Management System, the StoreJet OTG (On-The-Go)
Transcend Information, Inc. is extremely proud to announce the release of our New multifunctional portable Hard Disk Drive solution, which gives users all the convenience of being able to Transfer, Backup, Store and Manage their data, Anytime, Anywhere. The StoreJet OTG (On-The-Go) is the ultimate portable storage device, which can accept the direct input of data and information from Smart Phones, PDAs, Pocket PCs, USB Flash Drives, Digital Cameras, MP3 Players, MultiCard Readers, or any USB enabled digital device and all without the need for a computer. Fitting in the palm of your hand, the StoreJet OTG’s bright, color OLED display lets you easily manage your data and the unit’s massive 30GBs of storage capacity is more than enough for all your travel needs.
Transcend Press Release Transcend launches its New State-of-the-Art Portable Data Management System, the StoreJet OTG (On-The-Go) Transcend Information, Inc. is extremely proud to announce the release of our New multifunctional portable Hard Disk Drive solution, which gives users all the convenience of being able to Transfer, Backup, Store and Manage…