Nikon Coolpix S560

DigitalCameraReview has posted their review ("Image quality and color are very good") of the Nikon Coolpix S560, a compact digicam with 10MP resolution (on a 1/2.33″ CCD), 5x optical zoom (34.8-174mm equiv.) with optical image stabilization and 2.7-in. (230K dots) LCD.

Canon EOS 50D

TrustedReviews has posted their review of the Canon EOS 50D [Specs], a DSLR that "provide[s] great picture quality," with 15.1MP resolution (on an APS-C 22.3mm x 14.9mm CMOS sensor), 3.0-in. high resolution (920,000 dots) LCD with Live View (and remote Live View) shooting, 6.3 fps up to 90 JPEGS using UDMA CF cards; 60 consecutive JPEGS or 16 RAW using standard CF cards, 9 cross-type high-precision sensors and diagonal center cross-type AF point, and Integrated Cleaning System.

Canon PowerShot G10

Imaging Resource has posted their review (”we’ve used no finer digicam”) of the Canon PowerShot G10 [Specs], a compact prosumer that "produces sharp images that show pleasing exposure, vivid colors, and nice contrast," with 14.7MP (1/1.7-in. sensor) resolution, 5x wide-angle optical zoom (28-140 mm equiv.), optical image stabilization, and a large 3.0-in. high resolution LCD (461,000 dots). Optional accessories include a Remote Switch, Macro Ring Lite and Macro Twin Lite.

Olympus E-520

Imaging Resource has posted their review of the Olympus E-520 [Specs], a DSLR with image quality that holds "its own with competing cameras in its class right through ISO 800". The E-520 has 10MP resolution (on a 17.3×13.0mm Four Thirds Live MOS sensor), Sensor-shift image stabilization, 2.7-in. (230K dots) LCD monitor, Live View with either Contrast-Detect AF or Phase-detect AF, Continuous Shooting at 3.5fps (8 frames RAW), Dust Reduction and Wireless Flash capability.

Panasonic Canada today announced five new additions to its award winning LUMIX digital camera line-up

Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3

Panasonic Canada Inc. announced five new digital cameras, including its first TOUGH design with waterproof, dustproof and shockproof protection with AVCHD Lite High Definition (HD) video recording capabilities. The popular TZ-series ultra zoom is now replaced with the ZS-series, featuring 12x optical zoom, an even smaller body size, a 25mm wide-angle lens, and AVCHD Lite High Definition (HD) video recording capabilities.

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Sony alpha DSLR-A900

PhotographyBLOG has posted their review ("resolution is jaw-dropping, the dynamic range is fantastic, the tonality is great") of the Sony alpha DSLR-A900 [Specs], a full-frame DSLR with 24.6MP resolution, in-body Sensor-shift Image Stabilization, and Dust Shake Technology. There’s no Live View and no video capability and noise is high at ISO 1600.

Olympus E30

DigitalCameraReview has posted their review of the Olympus E30 [QuickPrice Check], a semipro DSLR that has "all the right features to make this model appealing to the enthusiast market" and is vertically targeted to the artist photographers with six Art Filters, 12.3MP resolution high-speed Live-MOS sensor, multiple exposures, Digital Level Sensor, and swivel 2.7-in. LCD (230K dots), Face Detection, Shadow Adjustment Technology, Wireless Flash System, and Dust Reduction Technology.

Olympus SP-565 UZ

PhotographyBLOG has posted their review (”handles well and is intuitive to use”) of the Olympus SP-565 UZ [Specs], an ultra zoom with 10MP resolution (on a 1/2.33-in. CCD), 20x wide-angle optical zoom (26-520mm equiv.) with Sensor-shift Image Stabilization, 2.5-in. (230,000 dots) LCD, Shadow Adjustment Technology, Pre-Capture Technology, RAW file format and PASM full exposure flexibility.

OLYMPUS HELPS NEW SHOOTERS MOVE TO THE HEAD OF THE CLASS

Consumers Will Learn Essential Photography Skills from the Pros This Spring

CENTER VALLEY, Pa., January 21, 2009 – Olympus launches new photography classes for beginner and intermediate users of Olympus E-System digital single lens reflex (DSLR) cameras. Kicking off in February, the classes are designed for consumers who purchased or received cameras during the holidays and are interested in learning about the art and science of photography. The half-day courses will be held at six locations throughout North America. Olympus Technical Representatives, experts in photography and Olympus products, will lead the sessions and help attendees elevate their picture-taking abilities to the next level.

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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28

Imaging Resource has posted their review of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 [Specs], an ultrazoom with 10.1MP resolution (on a 1/2.33-in. CCD), 18x wide-angle optical zoom (27-486mm equiv.) with optical Image Stabilization, 2.7-in. (230,000 dots) LCD, shutter speed of 60-1/2,000 sec., RAW file format, HD movie and full exposure flexibility.