DCRP (dcresource) has published their review of the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1, "a solid performer in almost all respects" 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.
LetsGoDigital has posted their review of the Canon PowerShot SX200 IS [Specs], a "pleasant camera for all-round shooting" 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.
DigitalCameraInfo has published their review of the Canon EOS Rebel T1i / 500D [Specs], a DSLR which offers "still image color accuracy and video quality" and featuring 15.1MP resolution (on a 22.3 x 14.9 mm CMOS sensor), an extra large 3.0-in. high resolution (920K dots) LCD, Integrated Cleaning System, 9-point Phase Detection AF, Live View, PASM, Shutter Speed range of 30 - 1/4000 sec. plus Bulb, Continuous 3.4fps, and RAW file format.
Last week, we told you of a teaser for the new Olympus micro G digital camera on the Olympus UK site. Here's another teaser from the Olympus Asia site. The new Olympus micro G is to be revealed next Tuesday, May 26, 2009 as a successor to the Olympus Pen in celebration of the latter's 50th Anniversary.
A Mid-Class Digital SLR Camera, Aimed at Realizing the Essence of SLR Photography and Equipped with Sophisticated Features for Top-Quality Digital Photography
HOYA CORPORATION PENTAX Imaging Systems Division is pleased to announce the launch of the PENTAX K-7 lens-interchangeable digital SLR camera. Despite its compact, lightweight body, this new model brings together a wide array of advanced functions and user-friendly features with outstanding reliability and operability. This makes it possible to enjoy high-quality digital SLR photography with great ease.
Sony’s new DSLR entry-level models target first-time DSLR users: point-and-shoot digicam users who are ready to move up to a DSLR that can give them better image quality, faster performance and versatility without the challenges that traditionally accompany the move to a DSLR.
Fujifilm S1500 Review @ TrustedReviews
TrustedReviews has posted their review of the Fujifilm FinePix S1500 [Specs], a "capable and versatile all-rounder" with its 10MP resolution (1/2.3-in. CCD), 12x optical zoom (33-396mm equiv.), Sensor-shift Image Stabilization, 2.7-in. LCD (230K dots), Movie (640x480) @ 30fps, PASM modes, Scene Recognition Auto mode, Face Detection, Tracking Auto Focus, and Red-Eye Removal.
SAN DIEGO, May 17, 2009 — Sony is making it easy for first-time digital SLR buyers to step up from point-and-shoot digital still cameras with the introduction today of three new easy-to-use α (alpha) cameras (models DSLR-A380, DSLR-A330 and DSLR-A230), four new lenses, a flash and accessories.
PhotographyBLOG has posted their review of the Nikon Coolpix L100, an ultra zoom "aimed at snap-happy point-and-shooters" with its 10MP resolution (1/2.33-in. CCD), 15x wide-angle optical zoom (28-420mm equiv.), Sensor-shift Image Stabilization, 3.0-in. LCD (230K dots), Movie (640x480) @ 30fps, Easy AUTO, Scene Auto Selector, Smart Portrait System (Face-priority AF, Smile Mode, Blink Warning and In-Camera Red-Eye Fix), Distortion Control, and D-Lighting.
TrustedReviews has posted their review of the Canon PowerShot SX200 IS [Specs], a "genuinely good all-rounder" 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 Casio High-Speed EXILIM EX-FS10, an ultracompact point-and-shoot digital camera that can take high speed burst shots at up to a blazing 30fps at 6MP ("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), 3x optical zoom (38-114mm equiv.), 2.5-in. LCD (230K dots), HD Movie (1280x720 @ 30fps) and high speed videos at up to 1000fps, allowing the capture of some amazing slow-motion videos.
You know the Internet has started to surpass traditional media when the new Chanel N°5 ad is premiered online instead of in newspapers, billboards or the TV. The ad, billed as a mini movie, is 2 min 20 sec. in length (with a shorter 60 sec. version also available) and features Audrey Tautou [ The Da Vinci Code
and Amélie
]. And, oh yes, you can briefly see a Leica M8 in the ad and Audrey presses the right button to enlarge the playback picture.
With more and more DSLRs now sporting movie capability, I wonder if we will one day see a commercial ad shot on a DSLR with movie capability? That will really help DSLR sales!
Olympus E-620 Review @ Focus Numérique
Focus Numérique [Fr] has published their review of the Olympus E-620 DSLR [Specs], with 12.3MP resolution (on a 17.3 x 13.0 mm Live MOS sensor), in-body Sensor-shift Image Stabilization, a large 2.7-in. Swivel LCD (230K dots), Dust Reduction System Dust Reduction System, 7-point Phase Detection AF, Live View with 11-point Contrast-Detect AF, PASM, 13 Scene Modes, Shutter Speed range of 60 - 1/4000 sec. plus Bulb, Continuous 4fps, Wireless Flash Control, 6 Art Filters, RAW file format, and illuminated control buttons.
Pentax X70 Review @ DigitalCameraReview
DigitalCameraReview has published their review of the Pentax X70, an ultra zoom with "good image quality and performance" and featuring 12MP resolution (on a 1/2.33-in. CCD), 24x wide-angle optical zoom (26-624mm equiv.), in-body Sensor-shift Image Stabilization, a large 2.7-in. LCD (230K dots), P, plus Scene Modes, Auto Picture mode, Face Detection, and HD Movie.
PhotographyBLOG has published their review of the Canon EOS Rebel T1i / 500D [Specs], a DSLR which offers "an amazing combination of high-resolution images with low-light performance" and featuring 15.1MP resolution (on a 22.3 x 14.9 mm CMOS sensor), an extra large 3.0-in. high resolution (920K dots) LCD, Integrated Cleaning System, 9-point Phase Detection AF, Live View, PASM, Shutter Speed range of 30 - 1/4000 sec. plus Bulb, Continuous 3.4fps, and RAW file format.
Canon SD990 IS Review @ TrustedReviews
TrustedReviews has posted their review of the Canon PowerShot SD990 IS [Specs], a "superb camera ... [with] outstanding picture quality" and featuring 14.7MP (on a 1/1.7-in. CCD) resolution, 3.7x optical zoom (36-133 mm equiv.) with optical Image Stabilization, 2.5-in. (230K dots) LCD, and Color Accent scene mode.
DigitalCameraReview has published their review of the Olympus E-620 DSLR [Specs], an "E-30 Lite" with 12.3MP resolution (on a 17.3 x 13.0 mm Live MOS sensor), in-body Sensor-shift Image Stabilization, a large 2.7-in. Swivel LCD (230K dots), PASM, Scene Modes, Shutter Speed range of 60 - 1/4000 sec. plus Bulb, Continuous 4fps, Wireless Flash Control, 6 Art Filters, RAW file format, and illuminated control buttons.
Rapidly Growing imagePROGRAF Line Also Secures Number-Two Overall Market Share Position For Canon
MISSISSAUGA, ON, May 12, 2009 – With the popularity and use of its award-winning large format printer line continuing to grow, Canon Canada, Inc., a leader in digital imaging and office solutions, unveils four new large format printers – the 36-inch imagePROGRAF iPF755 and iPF750, and the 24-inch imagePROGRAF iPF655 and iPF650.
LetsGoDigital 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 "an excellent 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.
Panasonic ZS3/TZ7 Review @ Steve's Digicams
Steve's Digicams has posted their review of the Panasonic ZS3 / TZ7, a compact ultrazoom with "good performance and excellent image quality" and that features 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.
Canon SD780 IS Review @ PhotographyBLOG
PhotographyBLOG has posted their review of the Canon PowerShot SD780 IS [Specs], an ultra compact digital camera that is "the kind of camera you'll carry with you anywhere and everywhere" 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.
After the Pentax teaser, here is Olympus' [UK] countdown to "the dawn of a new era" -- counting down to its first Micro Four Thirds product. Remember that it is Panasonic who introduced the G1 as the its first micro 4/3 System digital camera. Now, Olympus is planning to follow suit.
New thin 0.35-inch JOBO NANO 7 digital picture frame is the first of a series of three Ultra-thin frames to be introduced this year
Gummersbach, Germany (May 11, 2009) - JOBO AG announces the addition of an affordable new ultra-thin and very stylish digital picture frame to the growing JOBO family of digital picture frames. The new .35-inch thick JOBO NANO 7 is the first in a series of three new NANO digital picture frames to be introduced this year. The JOBO NANO 7 digital picture frame will be available in three different versions - Basic, Pro and Media. The new NANO 7 is less than half an inch thick and features a 7" high resolution TFT-Color-LCD display designed to beautifully showcase digital images and many user-friendly functions. This ultra-slim frame can be conveniently operated with its versatile remote control.
A teaser is up on the Pentax Imaging website on the new K DSLR to be revealed May 20, 2009. Let me guess: Full frame, HD Video, Live View, Vari-angle LCD, weather and dust resistant body, superb low noise at high ISOs, incredible wide dynamic range,....
What, no? Please camera manufacturers, do not tease us unless you can provide exceptional low noise at high ISOs and wide dynamic range. Anything else is yawn....
The Pentax K-7 (?) may yet surprise us.
Rumor specs are: APS-C sensor, 3.0-in. LCD, Live View, Video with mono sound, weather-resistant body, and weather-resistant kit lens DA 18-55/3.5-5.6 AL. Dimensions: 130W x 96H x 76D mm.
Here's an interesting video of how a Leica M7 is assembled. [I was able to view it in Firefox 3.0 but not IE 8.] It's in German with English subtitles. I never knew the Leica M7 is made in Portugal, then assembled/re-assembled in Germany; or that you need to bake it in an oven; or, glue in the leather by hand -- all hail Mrs. Heimann! Hmm, I wonder if they could do this hand assembling and testing much much cheaper in Taiwan. Watching the video tells me there's absolutely no reason it needs to be assembled and tested in the German lab. But then a made-in-Taiwan Leica would never fly!
Nikon D5000 Review @ DigitalCameraReview
"A great low-cost alternative to the D90."
DigitalCameraReview has published their review of the full-frame Nikon D5000 [Specs]:
- 12.3 megapixel DX format CMOS sensor
- Low noise from ISO 200 to ISO 3200
- Continuous shooting 4fps
- 11-point AF system
- 3.0-in. 920,000 dots LCD monitor
- Active D-Lighting
- Integrated Dust Reduction System
- Picture Control
- Scene Recognition System
- Quiet shooting mode
- Advanced Wireless Lighting
- PASM
- HD Movie 1,280 x 720 @ 24 fps with monaural sound
- Live View
- Vari-angle 2.7-in. (230K dots) LCD
- Global Positioning System (GPS) via an optional GP-1 unit
Popular digital photographic plug-in now compatible with
Adobe Photoshop Lightroom
San Diego, CA (May 6, 2009) - Nik Software announces today that Sharpener Pro 3.0, its popular digital photographic plug-in offering the most advanced and powerful sharpening solution for photographers, is now available for Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 2.3 and higher. Sharpener Pro 3.0 eliminates the guesswork typically required for achieving superior and consistent selective sharpening results. The update is available now as a free download to current owners at www.niksoftware.com/lightroom.
The Olympus Stylus 7000 is an ultra slim digital camera that is pocketable and yet sports a powerful 7x optical zoom (37–260mm equiv.). It is beautifully built and has an extra large 3.0-in. LCD (230K dots) that gains up in low-light. Sensor-shift Image Stabilization helps to reduce blur due to camera shake. There are other features that may make this a good choice for those looking for an easy-to-use point-and-shoot camera.
LetsGoDigital has posted their review of the Panasonic ZS3 / TZ7, a compact ultrazoom that "still belongs to the absolute top of the current Megazoom cameras" 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.
Canon SX1 IS Review @ DigitalCameraReview
DigitalCameraReview has posted their review of the Canon PowerShot SX1 IS [Specs], an ultra zoom digital camera that produces "good image and color quality" 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.
TrustedReviews has posted their review of the Casio High Speed Exilim EX-FH20 with a "high-speed continuous shooting [that] is great for action photography." 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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Here's an interesting video of how a Leica M7 is assembled. [I was able to view it in Firefox 3.0 but not IE 8.] It's in German with English subtitles. I never knew the Leica M7 is made in Portugal, then assembled/re-assembled in Germany; or that you need to bake it in an oven; or, glue in the leather by hand -- all hail Mrs. Heimann! Hmm, I wonder if they could do this hand assembling and testing much much cheaper in Taiwan. Watching the video tells me there's absolutely no reason it needs to be assembled and tested in the German lab. But then a made-in-Taiwan Leica would never fly!
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