DPReview has posted their review of the Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR [Specs], a 12MP resolution (1/1.6-in. Super CCD EXR) compact digital camera which allows you to optimize the image capture according to the scene: : High Resolution, Wide Dynamic Range or High Sensitivity & Low Noise, and, according to DPReview, is "the dynamic range mode is astonishingly capable." The F200EXR features sensor-shift image stabilization, a 5x wide-angle optical zoom (28-140mm equiv.), a 3.0-in. LCD (230K dots) and Movie 640x480 @ 30fps.
Steve's Digicams has posted their review of the Canon PowerShot SD970 IS [Specs], an ultra compact digital camera that is "easy enough for anyone in the family to use" with its 12.1MP resolution (1/2.3-in. CCD), 4x wide-angle optical zoom (28-112mm equiv.), optical image stabilization, 2.8-in. LCD (230K dots), HD movie (1280x720) @ 30fps, Smart AUTO, Face Detection, Face Detection Self-timer and new Active Display Technology (just tilt or shake camera to advance photo in Playback).
Casio EX-FC100 Review @ PhotographyBLOG
PhotographyBLOG has published their review of the Casio EXILIM EX-FC100, an ultracompact point-and-shoot digital camera that can take high speed burst shots at up to a blazing 30fps ("the ability to shoot 30 images in one second at the touch of a button is amazing for any camera"), and features 9.1M resolution (on a 1/2.3-inch high-speed CMOS), 5x optical zoom (37-185mm equiv.), 2.7-in. LCD (230K dots), and high speed videos at up to 1000fps, allowing the capture of some amazing slow-motion videos.
DigitalCameraReview has posted their review of the Panasonic ZS3 / TZ7, a compact ultrazoom that is "the camera to beat in this increasingly crowded niche" with 10.1MP (1/2.33-in. CCD) resolution, 12x wide-angle optical zoom (25-300mm equiv.), optical Image Stabilization, 3.0-in. LCD (460K dots), P, plus Scene Modes, Intelligent Auto (iA) Technology (which automatically combines Shake Detection, Motion Detection, Face Detection AF/AE, Scene Detection and Quick AF) and HD Movie 1280x720 in AVCHD Lite with iA, zooming during recording and stereo sound.
Fujifilm F200EXR Review @ TrustedReviews
TrustedReviews has posted their review of the Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR [Specs], a 12MP resolution (1/1.6-in. Super CCD EXR) compact digital camera which allows you to optimize the image capture according to the scene: : High Resolution, Wide Dynamic Range or High Sensitivity & Low Noise, and, according to TrustedReviews, has "better high-ISO image quality and low-light focusing than any other compact on the market." The F200EXR features sensor-shift image stabilization, a 5x wide-angle optical zoom (28-140mm equiv.), a 3.0-in. LCD (230K dots) and Movie 640x480 @ 30fps.
Nikon S630 Review @ DCRP (dcresource)
DCRP (dcresource) has posted their review of the Nikon Coolpix S630 [Specs], a point-and-shoot digital camera with"photo quality [as] undoubtedly the Coolpix S630's weak spot" featuring 12MP resolution (1/2.33-in. CCD), 7x optical zoom (37-260mm equiv.), sensor-shift image stabilization, 2.7-in. LCD (230K dots), VGA movie (640x480) @ 30fps, new Sports Continuous scene mode, Motion Detection, Face-Priority AF, In-Camera Red-Eye Fix, D-Lighting, and Smile Mode.
Steve's Digicams has posted their review of the Canon PowerShot SD1200 IS [Specs], an ultra compact digital camera that is an "excellent camera for the family" with its 10MP resolution (1/2.3-in. CCD), 3x optical zoom (35-105mm equiv.), optical image stabilization, an optical viewfinder, 2.5-in. LCD (230K dots), Movie (640x480) @ 30fps, Smart AUTO, Face Detection, Face Detection Self-timer and Intelligent Contrast Correction.
"Shines is in the breadth and depth of its control and customization options."
DigitalCameraInfo has published their review of the full-frame Nikon D3x DSLR:
- 24.5 megapixel FX format CMOS sensor
- Low noise from ISO 100 to ISO 1600
- Continuous shooting 5fps
- 51-point AF system
- 3.0-in. 920,000 dots LCD monitor
- Active D-Lighting
- Picture Control
- PASM
- Live View
Steve's Digicams has posted their review of the Canon PowerShot D10 [Specs], a waterproof (10m / 33ft), shockproof (1.22m / 4ft) and freezeproof (-10°C / 14°F) compact digital camera that offers "blazing fast performance" with its 12.1MP resolution (1/2.3-in. CCD), 3x optical zoom (35-105mm equiv.), optical image stabilization, 2.5-in. LCD (230K dots), Movie (640x480) @ 30fps, Smart AUTO, Face Detection, Face Detection Self-timer, Blink Detection and Intelligent Contrast Correction.
Kodak Z980 IS Review @ Steve's Digicams
Steve's Digicams has posted their review of the Kodak EasyShare Z980, an ultra zoom digital camera that offers "pleasing image quality, speedy performance" with its 12MP resolution (1/2.33-in. CCD), 24x wide-angle optical zoom (26-624mm equiv.), [sensor-shift?] image stabilization, 3.0-in. LCD (201K dots), HD movie (1280×720) @ 30fps, a vertical shutter release and a detachable vertical grip.
TrustedReviews has posted their review of the Nikon Coolpix L100, an ultra compact that captures "very good snapshot pictures in almost all situations" with 10MP resolution (1/2.33-in. CCD) point-and-shoot digital camera with a 15x wide-angle optical zoom (28-420mm equiv.), optical VR Image Stabilization, a large 3.0-inch touch LCD screen (230K dots), and Movie 640x480 @ 30fps.
DigitalCameraReview has posted their review of the Nikon Coolpix S230 [Specs], an ultra compact that captures "nice images" with 10MP resolution (1/2.3-in. CCD) point-and-shoot digital camera with a 3x optical zoom (35-105mm equiv.), a large 3-inch touch LCD screen (230K dots), touch-screen interface, and Movie 640x480 @ 30fps.
There are now a couple of Leica M to Micro 4/3 Lens Adaptors available on the market that allow you to attach your precious Leica M lenses to the Panasonic G1. Luminous Landscape examines one of them and asks, "Is The Panasonic Lumix G1 the New Digital Leica?"
Nikon D3x Review @ PhotographyBLOG
"Surprisingly intuitive to use."
PhotographyBLOG rates the full-frame Nikon D3x DSLR as "ESSENTIAL":
- 24.5 megapixel FX format CMOS sensor
- Low noise from ISO 100 to ISO 1600
- Continuous shooting 5fps
- 51-point AF system
- 3.0-in. 920,000 dots LCD monitor
- Active D-Lighting
- Picture Control
- PASM
- Live View
DPReview has published their review of the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1, "a very attractive package" with 9.1M resolution (1/2.4-in. CMOS) ultra zoom digital camera with 20x optical zoom (28-560mm equiv.), optical Image Stabilization, 3.0-in. LCD (230K dots), PASM, iAuto, iSCN, Sweep Panorama, Dynamic Range Optimizer, Continuous Shooting 10fps (9.1M full resolution), Handheld Twilight Mode, Selected Face Memory, Smile Shutter Technology, and HD Movie 1280 x 720 @ 30fps.
Imaging Resource has posted their review of the Panasonic ZS3 / TZ7, a compact ultrazoom that "offers a lot of photographic power" with 10.1MP (1/2.33-in. CCD) resolution, 12x wide-angle optical zoom (25-300mm equiv.), optical Image Stabilization, 3.0-in. LCD (460K dots), P, plus Scene Modes, Intelligent Auto (iA) Technology (which automatically combines Shake Detection, Motion Detection, Face Detection AF/AE, Scene Detection and Quick AF) and HD Movie 1280x720 in AVCHD Lite with iA, zooming during recording and stereo sound.
Casio FH20 Review @ DigitalCameraReview
DigitalCameraReview has posted their review of the Casio High Speed Exilim EX-FH20 with an "amazing, and unique, high speed still and movie capture." The EX-FH20 features 9.1MP resolution (on a 1/2.3-in. high-speed CMOS sensor), 20x wide-angle optical zoom (26-520mm equiv.), optical VR image stabilization, 3.0-in. (230K dots) LCD monitor, PASM modes, RAW (DNG) file format, Continuous Shooting speed of 30fps at 9.1MP, 40fps at 7MP, and an amazing high speed slow motion video at 210fps, 420fps and 1,000fps. [Check out the astounding YouTube movies.]
The Olympus SP-590UZ lets you move in as close as 1 cm for extreme close ups, captures wide landscapes shots with a 26mm (equiv.) wide-angle, and has the longest tele reach you can get today (676mm equiv.) with an amazing 26x optical zoom. As if that were not enough, you can also attach an optional tele converter that brings your tele reach to 1149.2mm!
PhotographyBLOG has published their review of the Olympus TOUGH 8000 [Specs], a compact ultra zoom digital camera that features 12M resolution (on a 1/2.33-inch CCD), 3.6x wide-angle optical zoom (28-102mm equiv.), Sensor-Shift Image Stabilization, 2.7-in. LCD (230K dots), Intelligent AUTO (iAUTO), Face Detection, In-Camera Panning Panorama, Perfect Shot Preview, Red-Eye Fix, Beauty Mode and Movie 640x480 @ 30fps. The TOUGH label indicates it is also shockproof (from drops of up to 2m/6.6 ft), waterproof (as deep as 10m/33 ft), freezeproof (to -10°C/14°F), and crushproof (withstand up to 100kgf /220lbf). According to PhotographyBLOG, the TOUGH 8000 is "a camera that you can take pretty much anywhere.... places and conditions in which shooting with a regular camera would be foolish or downright impossible."
LetsGoDigital has posted their review of the Casio High Speed Exilim EX-FH20 which produces images with "visible noise at relatively low ISO." The EX-FH20 features 9.1MP resolution (on a 1/2.3-in. high-speed CMOS sensor), 20x wide-angle optical zoom (26-520mm equiv.), optical VR image stabilization, 3.0-in. (230K dots) LCD monitor, PASM modes, RAW (DNG) file format, Continuous Shooting speed of 30fps at 9.1MP, 40fps at 7MP, and an amazing high speed slow motion video at 210fps, 420fps and 1,000fps. [Check out the astounding YouTube movies.]
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Canon 5D MK II Review @ DCRP (dcresource)
DCRP (dcresource) has posted their review of the Canon EOS 5D Mark II [Specs], a "very impressive digital SLR" with 21.1MP resolution using a full-frame (24 x 36mm) CMOS sensor, ISO in the range of 100-6400 (expandable to ISO L:50, H1:12800 and H2:25600) with "smudging in low contrast details, even at the lowest ISOs." The 5D MK II is the first DSLR with full-frame HD video capture at 1920x1080 pixels resolution for up to 4GB per clip, an extra large 3.0-in. high resolution LCD (920,000 dots), Integrated Cleaning System, Live View for stills and video, 3.9fps continuous shooting, 9 AF points plus 6 AF assist points, a new 98% coverage optical viewfinder, and an improved weather-resistant body [though Luminous Landscape contests it].
The best imaging products of 2009 were voted on at the Technical Image Press Association (TIPA) General Assembly held from 2-4 April 2009 in Budapest. The editors of the 25 member photo magazines from 10 European countries met to discuss the association’s new strategies and projects as well as vote for the best imaging products launched by the industry in the last 12 months.
The Picture of The Year photo contest in Denmark disqualifies a photographer's entry because the judges deem the photographer used too much digital manipulation. Take a look and tell us what you think.
Nikon S220 Review @ TrustedReviews
TrustedReviews has posted their review of the Nikon Coolpix S220, an ultra compact 10MP resolution (1/2.33-in. CCD) point-and-shoot digital camera which has "excellent high-ISO noise control" with a 3x optical zoom (35-105mm equiv.), a 2.5-in. LCD (150K dots), Scene Auto Selector, Smart Portrait System (Face-priority AF, Smile Mode, Blink Proof and In-Camera Red-Eye Fix), Quick Retouch, D-Lighting and Movie 640x480 @ 30fps.
Pentax K2000 Review @ DigitalCameraInfo
DigitalCameraInfo has posted their review of the Pentax K2000, a DSLR with 10.2MP resolution using an APS-sized (23.5 x 15.7mm) CCD sensor and ISO in the range of 100-3200. The Pentax K2000 is "a fine camera" and has a large 2.7-in. LCD (230K dots), Integrated Shake/Dust Reduction, Auto Picture mode, 10 Scene modes, and uses 4 AA batteries.
TrustedReviews has posted their review of the Olympus Stylus 1060, an ultra compact digital camera with its 10MP resolution (1/2.33-in. CCD), 7x optical zoom (37-260mm equiv.), 3.0-in. LCD (230K dots), Movie 640×480 @ 30fps, Intelligent Auto Mode, Advanced Face Detection, Enhanced panorama function and Shadow Adjustment. According to TrustedReviews, "picture quality is very good."
Pentax P70 Review @ DigitalCameraReview
DigitalCameraReview has posted their review of the Pentax Optio P70, an ultra compact digital camera that produces "good image and color quality" with its 12MP resolution (1/2.3-in. CCD), 4x wide-angle optical zoom (27.5-110mm equiv.), Pixel Track Shake Reduction, 2.7-in. LCD (230K dots), HD movie (1280×720) @ 15fps, Smile Capture, Blink Detection and Auto Picture mode.
Every new digicam seems to sport a 12 megapixel resolution image sensor these days. More megapixels generally mean more pixels to capture an image -- and hence theoretically more detail that can be captured by the sensor.
But is that true in practice? Do you see better image quality as megapixels increase?
Nikon D5000 features an innovative Vari-angle LCD monitor, exceptional 12.3 MP image quality, HD video with D-Movie, and 19 Auto-Scene Modes in a fun, easy-to-use digital SLR
Mississauga, ON, April 14, 2009 - Nikon Canada today announced the newest addition to its family of class-leading DX-format digital SLRs, the D5000. Along with a host of features and capabilities that deliver superior performance and image quality, the D5000 offers amazing versatility for photo enthusiasts and those new to digital SLR photography. Also announced today is the next addition to the expansive NIKKOR lens line-up, the new AF-S DX-NIKKOR 10-24mm f/3.5-4.5G ED lens, providing photographers the opportunity to capture unique perspectives in a variety of shooting environments.
It's easy to use, it gives vivid and sharp images right out of the camera, and it sports an amazing 24x optical zoom. The Nikon Coolpix P90 is an ultra zoom digital camera with Sensor-shift Image Stabilization, an excellent handgrip and enough manual controls to satisfy the learning beginner amateur photographer.
Steve's Digicams has posted their review of the Canon PowerShot SX1 IS [Specs], an ultra zoom digital camera with its 10MP resolution (1/2.3-in. CMOS), 20x wide-angle optical zoom (28-560mm equiv.), optical image stabilization, 2.8-in. Vari-angle LCD (230K dots), HD movie (1920x1080) @ 30fps, PASM modes, Intelligent Contrast Correction, Face-Detection, Face-Detection Self-timer and RAW file format. According to DPReview, the SX1 IS is the "perfect 'bridge' camera."
Canon SD960 IS Review @ Steve's Digicams
Steve's Digicams has posted their review of the Canon PowerShot SD960 IS [Specs], an ultra compact digital camera that produces "excellent image quality" with its 12.1MP resolution (1/2.3-in. CCD), 4x wide-angle optical zoom (28-112mm equiv.), optical image stabilization, 2.8-in. LCD (230K dots), HD movie (1280x720) @ 30fps, Smart AUTO, Face Detection, Face Detection Self-timer and new Active Display Technology (just tilt or shake camera to advance photo in Playback).
Ricoh CX1 Review @ Steve's Digicams
Steve's Digicams has posted their review of the Ricoh CX1, an ultra compact digital camera that produces "image quality that is not matched by most of it's competition" with its 9.29MP resolution (1/2.3-in. CMOS), 7.1x wide-angle optical zoom (28-200mm equiv.), Sensor-shift image stabilization, an extra large 3.0-in. high resolution LCD (920K dots), movie 640x480 @ 30fps, Dynamic range double shot mode, multi-pattern auto white balance, multi-target AF function (where the camera automatically finds seven focal distances and shoots at each one in rapid succession), Electronic level, and ultra-high-speed continuous shooting (120 frames/sec.).
We've had lots of questions from readers about just what is a DSLR? Most of the answers on the Web pertain to the technical aspects behind the camera, namely the use of a mirror, as though that in itself explained the popularity of the DSLR. The mirror is the least important element of the DSLR -- and may in fact be going the way of the Dodo bird!
You can win an Olympus Stylus TOUGH 8000 camera bundle by simply entering your artistic photo in the Getolympus.ca Winter Photo Contest. The winner will be determined by online visitor voting.
We will be slowly transitioning to our new design starting today. This means that the home page for http://www.photoxels.com will now become http://www.photoxels.com/photography. The new design has a cleaner interface and each article is tagged with appropriate keywords, which makes it real easy to search for related items.
Olympus Stylus 9000 Review @ TrustedReviews
TrustedReviews have published their review of the Olympus Stylus 9000, a compact ultra zoom digital camera that features 12M resolution (on a 1/2.33-inch CCD), 10x wide-angle optical zoom (28-280mm equiv.), Sensor-Shift Image Stabilization, 2.7-in. LCD (230K dots), Intelligent AUTO (iAUTO), Face Detection with Shadow Adjustment, In-Camera Panning Panorama, Perfect Shot Preview, Red-Eye Fix, Beauty Fix, Perfect Fix, Histogram. and Movie 640x480 @ 30fps.
Imaging Resource has published their review of the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220, a 12.1MP resolution (1/2.3-in. CCD) ultra compact digital camera with 4x optical zoom (30-120mm equiv.), optical Image Stabilization, 2.7-in. LCD (230K dots), Intelligent Scene Recognition, Dynamic Range Optimizer (DRO) Standard and Plus, Smile Shutter™ technology, Face Detection, and Movie 640x480 @ 30fps.
Fujifilm F200EXR Review @ DCRP (dcresource)
DCRP (dcresource) has posted their review of the Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR [Specs], a 12MP resolution (1/1.6-in. Super CCD EXR) compact digital camera which allows you to optimize the image capture according to the scene: : High Resolution, Wide Dynamic Range or High Sensitivity & Low Noise, and, according to DCRP (dcresource), is "the most capable low light compact camera." The F200EXR features sensor-shift image stabilization, a 5x wide-angle optical zoom (28-140mm equiv.), a 3.0-in. LCD (230K dots) and Movie 640x480 @ 30fps.
Fujifilm F200EXR Review @ DigitalCameraReview
DigitalCameraReview has posted their review of the Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR [Specs], a 12MP resolution (1/1.6-in. Super CCD EXR) compact digital camera which allows you to optimize the image capture according to the scene: : High Resolution, Wide Dynamic Range or High Sensitivity & Low Noise, and, according to DigitalCameraReview, produces "a broadened dynamic range that most digital compacts can't even touch." The F200EXR features sensor-shift image stabilization, a 5x wide-angle optical zoom (28-140mm equiv.), a 3.0-in. LCD (230K dots) and Movie 640x480 @ 30fps.
TrustedReviews has posted their review of the Olympus SP-590UZ, an ultra zoom digital camera where the "low light performance is especially good" with 12 MP resolution (1/2.33 in. CCD), 26x wide-angle optical zoom (26-767mm equiv.), Sensor-shift Image Stabilization, 2.7-in. LCD (230K dots), Pre-Capture feature, Face Detection AE/AF, In-Camera Panorama stitching, Movie 640x480 @ 30fps, Shadow Adjustment technology, PASM.
Simon Plant of Pro Photographer Insights has posted Episode 9 of his digital photography tutorial videos which covers tips for shooting images ready for panoramic stitching within Photoshop.
Award-winning Silver Efex Pro now compatible with Adobe Photoshop Lightroom
San Diego, CA (April 8, 2009) - Nik Software announces today that Silver Efex Pro, its popular digital photographic plug-in offering the most advanced, complete, and straightforward black-and-white solution, is now available for Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 2.3 and higher. The update is available now as a free download to current owners of Silver Efex Pro.
PhotographyBLOG has posted their review of the Panasonic ZS1 / TZ6, a compact ultrazoom that is "family friendly" with 10.1MP (1/2.5-in. CCD) resolution, 12x wide-angle optical zoom (25-300mm equiv.), optical Image Stabilization, 2.7-in. LCD (230K dots), Intelligent Auto (iA) Technology (which automatically combines Subject Detection, Shake Detection, Motion Detection, Face Detection AF/AE, Scene Detection and Light Detection), Macro Zoom, Panorama Assist, Leveling, and Movie 848x480 @ 30fps.
Nikon S630 Review @ Steve's Digicams
Steve's Digicams has posted their review of the Nikon Coolpix S630 [Specs], a point-and-shoot digital camera with the "ease of use and good image quality that we have come to expect from Nikon" featuring 12MP resolution (1/2.33-in. CCD), 7x optical zoom (37-260mm equiv.), sensor-shift image stabilization, 2.7-in. LCD (230K dots), VGA movie (640x480) @ 30fps, new Sports Continuous scene mode, Motion Detection, Face-Priority AF, In-Camera Red-Eye Fix, D-Lighting, and Smile Mode.
Nikon S230 Review @ Steve's Digicams
Steve's Digicams has posted their review of the Nikon Coolpix S230 [Specs], an ultra compact 10MP resolution (1/2.3-in. CCD) point-and-shoot digital camera with a 3x optical zoom (35-105mm equiv.), a "stand out ... large 3-inch touch LCD screen" (230K dots), touch-screen interface, and Movie 640x480 @ 30fps.
Imaging Resource has posted their review of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1, a "tough" waterproof (3m), shockproof (1.5m) and dustptoof ultra compact which as far as image quality is concerned is "a real winner" with its 12.1MP resolution (1/2.33-in. CCD), 4.6x wide-angle optical zoom (28-128mm equiv.), optical image stabilization, 2.7-in. LCD (230K dots), HD AVCHD Lite movie (1280x720) @ 17fps, Intelligent AUTO (iA), iA Movie, Scene modes for Movie, Zoom in Motion Picture, Led Light, Macro Zoom, and HDMI Compatibility.
Canon SX200 IS Review @ DigitalCameraReview
DigitalCameraReview has posted their review of the Canon PowerShot SX200 IS [Specs], a "solid, better-than-average performer" with its 12.1MP resolution (1/2.3-in. CCD), 12x wide-angle optical zoom (28-336mm equiv.), optical image stabilization, 3.0-in. LCD (230K dots), HD movie (1280x720) @ 30fps, PASM modes, Smart AUTO, Intelligent Contrast Correction, Motion Detection, Blink Detection, Face-Detection, and Face-Detection Self-timer.
PhotographyBLOG has published their review of the Olympus Stylus 9000, a compact ultra zoom digital camera that features 12M resolution (on a 1/2.33-inch CCD), 10x wide-angle optical zoom (28-280mm equiv.), Sensor-Shift Image Stabilization, 2.7-in. LCD (230K dots), Intelligent AUTO (iAUTO), Face Detection with Shadow Adjustment, In-Camera Panning Panorama, Perfect Shot Preview, Red-Eye Fix, Beauty Fix, Perfect Fix, Histogram. and Movie 640x480 @ 30fps. According to PhotographyBLOG, the Stylus 9000 is "a well-made, easy to use point-and-shoot that will suit everyone in the family."
TrustedReviews has published their review of the Casio EXILIM EX-FC100, an ultracompact point-and-shoot digital camera that can take high speed burst shots at up to a blazing 30fps, and features 9.1M resolution (on a 1/2.3-inch high-speed CMOS), 5x optical zoom (37-185mm equiv.), 2.7-in. LCD (230K dots), and high speed videos at up to 1000fps, allowing the capture of some amazing slow-motion videos.
PhotographyBLOG has posted their review of the Olympus SP-590UZ as a "great do-it-all camera" with 12 MP resolution (1/2.33 in. CCD), 26x wide-angle optical zoom (26-767mm equiv.), Sensor-shift Image Stabilization, 2.7-in. LCD (230K dots), Pre-Capture feature, Face Detection AE/AF, In-Camera Panorama stitching, Movie 640x480 @ 30fps, Shadow Adjustment technology, PASM.
Panasonic ZS3/TZ7 Review @ DCRP (dcresource)
DCRP (dcresource) has posted their review of the Panasonic ZS3 / TZ7, a compact ultrazoom that is "even better [than the Lumix DMC-TZ5]" and produces "very good photo quality" with 10.1MP (1/2.33-in. CCD) resolution, 12x wide-angle optical zoom (25-300mm equiv.), optical Image Stabilization, 3.0-in. LCD (460K dots), P, plus Scene Modes, Intelligent Auto (iA) Technology (which automatically combines Shake Detection, Motion Detection, Face Detection AF/AE, Scene Detection and Quick AF) and HD Movie 1280x720 in AVCHD Lite with iA, zooming during recording and stereo sound.
Pentax P70 Review @ Steve's Digicams
Steve's Digicams has posted their review of the Pentax Optio P70, an ultra compact digital camera that is "easy enough and capable enough for anyone in the family or office to use" with 12MP (1/2.3-in. CCD) resolution, 4x wide-angle optical zoom (27.5-110mm equiv.), Pixel Track Shake Reduction, Digital Shake Reduction, 2.4-in. LCD (230K dots), Auto Picture mode, Smile Capture, Blink Detection, Advanced Face Recognition technology, Vertical Snap mode and HD Movie 1280x720 @ 15fps.
Pentax E70 Review @ Steve's Digicams
Steve's Digicams has posted their review of the Pentax Optio E70, an ultra compact digital camera that produces "poor image quality" with 10MP (1/2.33-in. CCD) resolution, 3x optical zoom (35-105mm equiv.), Pixel Track Shake Reduction, Digital Shake Reduction, 2.4-in. LCD (112K dots), Auto Picture mode, Smile Capture, Blink Detection, Advanced Face Recognition technology, Digital Panorama mode and Movie 640x480 @ 30fps.
What's stylish, colorful, fun to use and doesn't mind getting wet all over? The Fujifilm FinePix Z33WP is an ultracompact waterproof digital camera that gives good pictures and can be submerged up to 3 m (10 ft). Will this affordable digital camera fit your active lifestyle? We put this entry-level point-and-shoot digital camera through the paces and have lots of image samples to help you make up your own mind.
TrustedReviews has posted their review of the Nikon Coolpix L20, an entry-level digital camera that produces "good quality pictures under a wide range of circumstances" with 10MP resolution (on a 1/2.3-in. CCD), 3.6x optical zoom (38-136mm equiv.), a large 3.0-in. LCD (230K dots), Motion Detection, Scene Auto Selector, Face-priority AF, Smile Mode, Blink Warning, In-Camera Red-Eye Fix and D-Lighting. The L20 uses 2 AA batteries.
Nikon L19 Review @ TrustedReviews
TrustedReviews has posted their review of the Nikon Coolpix L19, an entry-level digital camera that produces "good quality pictures under a wide range of circumstances" with 8MP resolution (on a 1/2.5-in. CCD), 3.6x optical zoom (41-145mm equiv.), a large 2.7-in. LCD (230K dots), Motion Detection, Scene Auto Selector, Face-priority AF, Smile Mode, Blink Warning, In-Camera Red-Eye Fix and D-Lighting. The L19 uses 2 AA batteries.
Canon SD780 IS Review @ Imaging Resource
Imaging Resource has posted their review of the Canon PowerShot SD780 IS [Specs], an ultra compact digital camera that "doesn't measure up to Canon's better current pocket cameras, like the Canon SD880 IS" with its 12.1MP resolution (1/2.3-in. CCD), 3x optical zoom (33-100mm equiv.), optical image stabilization, an optical viewfinder, 2.5-in. LCD (230K dots), HD movie (1920x1080) @ 30fps, Smart AUTO, Face Detection, Face Detection Self-timer and Intelligent Contrast Correction.
Editor's note: Another interesting review which contradicts the one from Steve's Digicams a few days back. As always, we encourage our readers to always "get a second opinion" (even from our own reviews) -- a second perspective -- and then make up your own mind.
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