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J.D. Power and Associates Press Release
Consumers Find Improved Functionality and Speed in Digital Cameras, Even as Prices Fall
WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif.—(BUSINESS WIRE)—Aug. 16, 2005—Kodak and Sony Lead the Industry in Satisfying Digital Camera Owners
Consumers find improved functionality and speed in new digital cameras on the market, even as digital camera prices fall, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2005 Digital Camera Satisfaction Study(SM) released today.
The study finds digital camera buyers are increasingly satisfied with the functionality and speed of the cameras they purchase, particularly with cameras in the lower price segments. The gap in terms of camera performance between high and low-priced cameras has shrunk considerably compared to 2004.
J.D. Power and Associates Press Release Consumers Find Improved Functionality and Speed in Digital Cameras, Even as Prices Fall WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif.—(BUSINESS WIRE)—Aug. 16, 2005—Kodak and Sony Lead the Industry in Satisfying Digital Camera Owners Consumers find improved functionality and speed in new digital cameras on the market, even as…
Colour Confidence Press Releases
Colour Confidence Broaden Their Gamut with Pantone ColorVANTAGE Inks
Birmingham, UK, August 16th 2005, Colour Confidence, the leading independent colour management specialists, have today announced the availability of Pantone ColorVANTAGE Inks. ColorVANTAGE Inks are an optimised set of pigmented inks, specially formulated, they feature a wide colour gamut, rich colours and superior lightfastness, all with a 20% saving in comparison to Epson original inks. They are available immediately from www.colourconfidence.com
Colour Confidence Press Releases Colour Confidence Broaden Their Gamut with Pantone ColorVANTAGE Inks Birmingham, UK, August 16th 2005, Colour Confidence, the leading independent colour management specialists, have today announced the availability of Pantone ColorVANTAGE Inks. ColorVANTAGE Inks are an optimised set of pigmented inks, specially formulated, they feature a wide…
Epson Press Release
The Epson P-2000 and the Epson Stylus Photo R2400 win ‘Best Product’ awards in this year’s European Image and Sound Awards (EISA)
16 August 2005: Epson was the proud winner of two awards at this year’s EISA awards. The judging panel chose both the Stylus Photo R2400 and the Epson P-2000 Multimedia storage viewer for ‘Best Product’ awards, confirming Epson’s commitment to delivering high-quality solutions to its customers.
The judging panel comprised representatives of 50 top photo, video, audio, home theatre and mobile electronics magazines from over 18 European countries.
Website: Read my Epson P-2000 Multimedia Storage Viewer Review
Epson Press Release The Epson P-2000 and the Epson Stylus Photo R2400 win ‘Best Product’ awards in this year’s European Image and Sound Awards (EISA) 16 August 2005: Epson was the proud winner of two awards at this year’s EISA awards. The judging panel chose both the Stylus Photo R240…
Sony Europe Press Release
Aug 15, 2005 - Sony Europe Scoops Prestigious Consumer Electronics Awards for HD Camcorder & Projector, Photo Printer & Car Navigation System
Berlin, 15. August 2005 - Europe’s premier consumer electronics awards organisation – the European Imaging and Sound Association (EISA) – has selected Sony Europe as recipient in four key categories. These EISA awards recognise the significant process that Sony has made in terms of harnessing new generation High Definition (HD), miniature and mobile electronics, integrating them into consumer equipment and creating revolutionary new consumer propositions and possibilities that were previously impossible.
The EISA 2005 – 2006 categories awarded to Sony include European High-End Camcorder (HDR-FX1), European High-End Projector (Sony QUALIA 004), European Mini Printer (DPP-FP50) and European Navigation System (KPNC9950). The awards will be presented at the EISA Gala Event in Berlin on 1 September 2005.
Sony Europe Press Release Aug 15, 2005 - Sony Europe Scoops Prestigious Consumer Electronics Awards for HD Camcorder & Projector, Photo Printer & Car Navigation System Berlin, 15. August 2005 - Europe’s premier consumer electronics awards organisation – the European Imaging and Sound Association (EISA) – has selected Sony Europe…
Nokia Press Release
Espoo, Finland - Nokia today announced that its flagship imaging device, the Nokia N90, has been awarded the European Media Phone of the Year 2005-2006 by the European Imaging and Sound Association (EISA), the largest editorial multimedia organization in Europe. The award is an endorsement of the Nokia N90’s industry-leading feature set, which makes it one of the most high performance devices in the marketplace.
Commenting on the award, EISA praised the Nokia N90 as a ‘true best-of-breed multimedia phone, stuffed full of advanced photo, video audio and messaging features’. EISA also highlighted the Nokia N90’s Carl Zeiss optics which ‘endows it with serious photographic ability, including capturing and editing 2 megapixel digital photos and MPEG 4 352x288 resolution video.’
Nokia Press Release Espoo, Finland - Nokia today announced that its flagship imaging device, the Nokia N90, has been awarded the European Media Phone of the Year 2005-2006 by the European Imaging and Sound Association (EISA), the largest editorial multimedia organization in Europe. The award is an endorsement of the…
TrustedReviews take a look at the new Pentax OptioS5z, which has a large 2.5 inch LCD screen, 3x optical zoom lens and a 5 megapixel sensor.
“In terms of picture quality the S5z is a solid performer, although it does have a few minor problems. Exposure, focusing and colour reproduction are first-rate, and noise control is especially good. As with the S5n there is no visible noise at 80 or 100 ISO, and only a little at 200 ISO. Some noise is creeping into the shadows at 400 ISO, but images are still completely useable.”
Website: TrustedReviews - Pentax OptioS5z Review
TrustedReviews take a look at the new Pentax OptioS5z, which has a large 2.5 inch LCD screen, 3x optical zoom lens and a 5 megapixel sensor. “In terms of picture quality the S5z is a solid performer, although it does have a few minor problems. Exposure, focusing and colour reproduction…
DIWA member and Czech website FotoAparat have published the very first online review of the eagerly-anticipated Panasonic DMC-FZ30. This is an 8 megapixel compact digital camera with a 12x Leica optical zoom lens equivalent to 35-420mm, optical image stabilizer, addition of a manual zoom ring and rotating LCD screen with 235,000 pixels.
Website: FotoAparat - Panasonic DMC-FZ30 Review
DIWA member and Czech website FotoAparat have published the very first online review of the eagerly-anticipated Panasonic DMC-FZ30. This is an 8 megapixel compact digital camera with a 12x Leica optical zoom lens equivalent to 35-420mm, optical image stabilizer, addition of a manual zoom ring and rotating LCD screen with…
PCMagazine have published their review of the new 12 megapixel Nikon D2X digital SLR.
“Digital-SLR enthusiasts and even pro shooters will be rendered speechless when they pick up Nikon’s top-of-the-line D-SLR, the 12.3-megapixel Nikon D2X ($4,999.95 list). After the oooohs and aaaahs (and recovery from the shock of its very high price), there will be a long pause as they analyze all the features available on the D2X’s body (the camera doesn’t come with either a kit lens or a built-in flash).”
Website: PCMagazine - Nikon D2X Review
PCMagazine have published their review of the new 12 megapixel Nikon D2X digital SLR. “Digital-SLR enthusiasts and even pro shooters will be rendered speechless when they pick up Nikon’s top-of-the-line D-SLR, the 12.3-megapixel Nikon D2X ($4,999.95 list). After the oooohs and aaaahs (and recovery from the shock of its very…
DCResource have published their review of the Kodak Easyshare V550, a 5 megapixel camera with 3x optical zoom lens and 2.5inch LCD screen.
“Overall I was quite pleased with the EasyShare V550’s photo quality. Pictures were well-exposed, with saturated colors (maybe a little too saturated at times) and low noise and purple fringing levels. I thought photos were a little soft at default settings, and if you agree you can adjust the in-camera sharpening to “high”.”
Website: DCResource - Kodak Easyshare V550 Review
DCResource have published their review of the Kodak Easyshare V550, a 5 megapixel camera with 3x optical zoom lens and 2.5inch LCD screen. “Overall I was quite pleased with the EasyShare V550’s photo quality. Pictures were well-exposed, with saturated colors (maybe a little too saturated at times) and low noise…
DigitalCameraInfo have just reviewed the Casio Exilim EX-Z57, a compact 5 megapixel digital camera with a 2.7 inch LCD screen.
“The Casio Exilim EX-Z57 joins the crowded field of 5 megapixel sub-compact point-and-shoot cameras. With an oversized 2.7-inch LCD and sturdy metal construction, the EX-Z57 will appeal to a variety of users in search of a small camera for snapshots. Unfortunately, our testing shows that the camera’s image quality is generally poor, with marginal color accuracy, and substandard control of noise. Available online for around $300, the camera is priced competitively.”
Website: DigitalCameraInfo - Casio Exilim EX-Z57 Review
DigitalCameraInfo have just reviewed the Casio Exilim EX-Z57, a compact 5 megapixel digital camera with a 2.7 inch LCD screen. “The Casio Exilim EX-Z57 joins the crowded field of 5 megapixel sub-compact point-and-shoot cameras. With an oversized 2.7-inch LCD and sturdy metal construction, the EX-Z57 will appeal to a variety…
PCMagazine have published their review of the Nikon D50, a new affordable 6.1 megapixel digital SLR.
“When it comes to the digital SLR market, Nikon has always focused on high-end, professional models like the D2X. While the company has not ignored consumer D-SLRs, its primary mission has always been serving pro shooters. That is why we were pleasantly surprised by the introduction of the D50 and what seems to be more of a commitment to the consumer. The D50 has a great price and includes helpful, user-friendly features. These, combined with excellent quality and performance, made it easy to single out this camera as our new Editors’ Choice for D-SLRs.”
Website: PCMagazine - Nikon D50 Review
PCMagazine have published their review of the Nikon D50, a new affordable 6.1 megapixel digital SLR. “When it comes to the digital SLR market, Nikon has always focused on high-end, professional models like the D2X. While the company has not ignored consumer D-SLRs, its primary mission has always been serving…
The Hungarian website Index Digicam have reviewed the entry-level Fujifilm Finepix A345 digital camera.
Website: Index Digicam - Fujifilm Finepix A345 Review
The Hungarian website Index Digicam have reviewed the entry-level Fujifilm Finepix A345 digital camera. Website: Index Digicam - Fujifilm Finepix A345 Review Check the Latest Prices for the Fujifilm Finepix A345 Write a Review of the Fujifilm Finepix A345
The Spanish website Quesabesde have published their review of the Fujifilm FinePix Z1 Zoom, a 5 megapixel compact digital camera with a large 2.5inch LCD screen and 3 optical zoom.
Quesabesde - Fujifilm FinePix Z1 Zoom Review
The Spanish website Quesabesde have published their review of the Fujifilm FinePix Z1 Zoom, a 5 megapixel compact digital camera with a large 2.5inch LCD screen and 3 optical zoom. Quesabesde - Fujifilm FinePix Z1 Zoom Review Check the Latest Prices for the Fujifilm FinePix Z1 Zoom Write a Review…
PCMagazine have just posted their review of the Fuji FinePix S3 Pro digital SLR.
“Like the Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro before it, the new Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro is built on the Nikon N80 film SLR chassis—one of the most enjoyable cameras to hold. Because the N80 is a plastic-bodied camera, however, it’s not as rugged as other pro cameras, such as the Nikon D2X, which has a harder magnesium-alloy body. It’s just one of the ways in which the S3 Pro seems to exhibit an identity problem: Is it an expensive consumer digital SLR or a cheaper alternative to the high-priced pro D-SLRs? That’s a question that you may have to answer for yourself, depending on your needs.””
Website: PCMagazine - FujiFilm FinePix S3 Pro Review
PCMagazine have just posted their review of the Fuji FinePix S3 Pro digital SLR. “Like the Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro before it, the new Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro is built on the Nikon N80 film SLR chassis—one of the most enjoyable cameras to hold. Because the N80 is a plastic-bodied…
It’s that time of year again - the dinner jackets are being dry cleaned and invitations accepted as the Awards season starts. EISA are the first organisation to announce their latest crop of winners:
CAMERA - Canon EOS 350D
PROFESSIONAL CAMERA - Nikon D2x
COMPACT CAMERA - Olympus Camedia C-7070
ZOOM CAMERA - Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ5
POCKET CAMERA - Fujifilm Finepix F10
ANALOGUE CAMERA - Nikon F6
LENS - Sigma 3.5-6.3/18-200 mm DC
PRINTER - Epson Stylus Photo R2400
MINI PRINTER - Sony DPP-FP50
SCANNER - Konica Minolta Dimage Scan Elite 5400 II
IMAGE TANK - Epson P2000 Multimedia Storage Viewer
MEMORY CARD - SanDisk Extreme III
Website: Eisa Awards 2005/2006
It’s that time of year again - the dinner jackets are being dry cleaned and invitations accepted as the Awards season starts. EISA are the first organisation to announce their latest crop of winners: CAMERA - Canon EOS 350D PROFESSIONAL CAMERA - Nikon D2x COMPACT CAMERA - Olympus Camedia C-707…
Photoxels have published their review of the Kodak Easyshare V550, a 5 megapixel camera with 3x optical zoom lens and 2.5inch LCD screen.
“The Kodak V550 is compact enough to fit in your pocket; those with large hands would want to try out its small control buttons first. An extra large 2.5 in. LCD monitor with 230,000 pixels high resolution and a wide 170° viewing angle makes viewing pictures easy. Standard is a docking station that recharges the camera’s battery and also serves as a convenient stand for viewing your pictures hands free: press the Slide Show button on the docking station and your captured pictures automatically plays.”
Website: Photoxels - Kodak Easyshare V550 Review
Photoxels have published their review of the Kodak Easyshare V550, a 5 megapixel camera with 3x optical zoom lens and 2.5inch LCD screen. “The Kodak V550 is compact enough to fit in your pocket; those with large hands would want to try out its small control buttons first. An extra…
DIWA member and German website Digitalkamera.de have just tested the new Olympus mju DIGITAL 800 digicam.
Website: Digitalkamera.de - Olympus mju DIGITAL 800 Review
DIWA member and German website Digitalkamera.de have just tested the new Olympus mju DIGITAL 800 digicam. Website: Digitalkamera.de - Olympus mju DIGITAL 800 Review Check the Latest Prices for the Olympus mju DIGITAL 800 Write a Review of the Olympus mju DIGITAL 800
DCResource have published theirreview of the new HP Photosmart 385 compact photo printer.
“Printing from Adobe Photoshop, the 385 ran into difficulty printing grays in a color photograph, which it interpreted as blues (as you’ll see in the following example). The blues it produced were slightly too light and unnatural, and the purples were too blue. However, using HP’s own editing/printing software, the colors were more accurate. The color results were similar to the previous HP printer we tested, the HP 8150.”
Website: DCResource - HP Photosmart 385 Review
DCResource have published theirreview of the new HP Photosmart 385 compact photo printer. “Printing from Adobe Photoshop, the 385 ran into difficulty printing grays in a color photograph, which it interpreted as blues (as you’ll see in the following example). The blues it produced were slightly too light and unnatural…
The Czech website Digineff have published their review of the new Sony DSC-H1 digital camera. The DSC-H1 has a 12x optical zoom lens (equivalent to 36-432 millimeters), 5 megapixel CCD and 2.5 inch LCD screen.
Website: Digineff - Sony DSC-H1 Review
The Czech website Digineff have published their review of the new Sony DSC-H1 digital camera. The DSC-H1 has a 12x optical zoom lens (equivalent to 36-432 millimeters), 5 megapixel CCD and 2.5 inch LCD screen. Website: Digineff - Sony DSC-H1 Review Check the Latest Prices for the Sony DSC-H1 Write…
The Norwegian website Akam.no have tested the Kodak Easyshare Z7590 camera, which has 5 megapixels, 10x zoom lens and costs $450.
Website: Akam.no - Kodak Easyshare Z7590 Review
The Norwegian website Akam.no have tested the Kodak Easyshare Z7590 camera, which has 5 megapixels, 10x zoom lens and costs $450. Website: Akam.no - Kodak Easyshare Z7590 Review Check the Latest Prices for the Kodak Easyshare Z7590 Write a Review of the Kodak Easyshare Z7590