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August
31, 2004
Konica
Minolta 7 Digital
Mouseover image for a front view
A new 360° view and additional info have
been posted on the Konica
Minolta website.
August
30, 2004
New Sony Digital Cameras
Sony has introduced the DSC-V3 (replacing
the V1), the DSC-T3 (replacing the T1),
and the ultra-compact DSC-L1. The V3
is a 7.2-megapixel resolution digital camera with
4x optical zoom, an extra large 2.5-in. LCD, Hologram
AF Illuminator, and full exposure flexibility.
It will be available in late Oct at MSRP US$700.
The T3 has 5.1 megapixels resolution, 3x
optical zoom, extra large 2.5-in LCD, and will
also be available in Oct at MSRP $500. The L1
has 4.1 megapixels resolution, a 3x optical zoom,
1.5-in. LCD, and comes in four colours. The L1
will be available in Jan at MSRP US$300.
Making
Your Insurance Pay
This article at Fool.com
seems very a-propos currently with hurricanes
a-visiting. Great advice in there about using
your camera or camcorder to record insurable items
in your house. With a digital camera, this process
is "a breeze" (pardon the pun), so spending
an hour going through all the rooms cataloguing
the items that's important to you may be the best
hour you spend today.
[ read
the whole article... ]
Press Release: EPSON
POWERLITE 821p PROJECTOR
TORONTO, ON – August 24, 2004 – Picture
a well-lit room or environment where colourful
presentations and detailed digital images need
to be projected clearly on a screen or wall from
a variety of distances. Add to that challenge
a business or school in need of a portable projector
that is not only quick and easy to set up using
several video sources, but also adds the values
of extremely quiet fan noise, yet loud and clear
audio capabilities. Although this may sound like
an AV dilemma that is impossible to solve with
just one product, the new EPSON PowerLite 821p
is an ideal solution.
The EPSON PowerLite 821p is priced at CAD$4,299.99
with a 2,000-hour replaceable bulb priced at CAD$299,
and will be available through authorized pro audio/visual,
national distribution, catalog and direct PC dealers
throughout the country this September.
[ read
whole press release... ]
August
28, 2004
Blast
Destroys Digital Camera, CompactFlash Card Survives
A news photographer's camera was destroyed during
the recent demolition of a MIssissippi River bridge,
but the camera's Compact Flash card survived to
tell the story.
[ read
whole story... ]
August
24, 2004
Press Release: EPSON
PowerLite 740c and Wireless/PC-Free PowerLite
745c
TORONTO, ON – August 24, 2004 – Representing
more than just the lightest Epson portable 3LCD
projectors to date, Epson Canada Ltd.’s newest
projector introductions also mark a dramatic change
in the way digital presentations and images can
be delivered. Epson Canada Ltd. is proud to introduce
two pico-portable, XGA (1,024 x 768) projectors
with the 3.8-pound EPSON PowerLite 740c and the
especially unique 3.9-pound PowerLite 745c.
The PowerLite 745c takes advantage of the industry’s
only 802.11g internal WiFi technology for projectors,
enabling users to upload or run presentations
wirelessly at frame rates up to two to five times
faster than 802.11b. Whether transferring data
via 802.11 “b” or “g,” Epson’s
unique and proprietary algorithm allows for faster
wireless streaming of video content.
The EPSON PowerLite 745c and 740c will be available
for CAD$3,999 and CAD$3,699 (respective estimated
street prices) through authorized pro audio/visual,
national distribution, catalog and direct PC dealers
in September 2004.
[ read
whole press release... ]
August 23, 2004
Fujifilm
FinePix S7000 Zoom Review
 I
had so much fun with the Fujifilm FinePix S7000
Zoom digital camera that I almost forgot
to do the review! It's ergonomic, intuitive, and
has one of the best EVF (large viewfinder, easy
on the eyes, clear and sharp). I found it point-and-shoot
simple to use, with full exposure flexibility.
It has 6.3 MP, 6x optical zoom, a powerful flash,
manual zoom/focus ring, and super macro at 1 cm.
The FinePix S7000 has dual memory card slots (for
xD-Picture Card and IBM Micro Drive). [ Read more
in our Fujifilm
FinePix S7000 Zoom Review... ]
August
21, 2004
Mini Tutorials: NOW
YOU KNOW Series
As many of our readers are beginning to realize,
Photoxels is not so much a digital camera
review site as it is a site about digital photography.
Even though we continue to receive praise from
you about our to-the-point, clear and concise
reviews, we receive even more mail from you about
how we have helped you understand digital photography
concepts. After all, in a couple of years, digital
cameras are going to become as common as apple
pies (and croissants, fish and chips, sauerkrauts,
samosas, pho, and niuk nian) -- and for most of
us, the only criteria will be, "Silver or
Black?"
We will continue to bring you reviews of some
of the best digital cameras available on the market,
but also concentrate more on easy-to-understand
tutorials. What's the point of having an expensive
digital camera if you can't take good pictures
with it?
Many of you have noticed that taking pictures
in Auto mode with a P&S is not quite the same
as taking pictures in Auto mode with an expensive
prosumer model or dSLR. <<Ah bien oui, Monsieur,
there is a difference between driving a
Toyota Tercel in automatic gear shift mode and
driving a Mack tractor trailer truck in automatic
gear shift mode. Though they are both in automatic
gear shift mode, they respond differently when
you press Le Gas Pedal.>>
Therefore, in a new NOW YOU KNOW series,
we explain how you can become a better photographer
in bite-size mini tutorials. Our
goal is to slowly -- and, hopefully, painlessly
-- wean you away from the Auto mode so you can
explore digital photography to the fullest. [
OK, shift gear and take me to the first NOW YOU
KNOW mini tutorial: AE
Lock - Helping Your Digital Camera's Light Meter...
]
August
20, 2004
Press Release: Canon
EOS 20D
Canon announced today the launch of the new 8.2-megapixel
digital SLR, the EOS 20D. This new Digital SLR
is designed for amateur and professional photographers,
those looking to get the picture perfect shot.
Canon’s new EOS 20D digital SLR combines
speed, image quality, ease-of-use, and ruggedness
with compact size and light weight to deliver
the highest performance in its class. Available
in September, the EOS 20D digital SLR will carry
a manufacturer’s suggested list price of
CAD$2,500 without a lens; and with the EF-S 18-55mm
f/3.5 –5.6 zoom lens CAD$2,800.
[ read
whole press release... ]
Press Release: Canon
- 3 New EF-S Lenses
Canon is meeting the need among amateur and professional
photographers for affordable lens that support
true wide-angle and ultra-wide-angle photography.
The new EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM, EF-S 17-85mm
f/4-5.6 IS USM and EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 USM
zoom lenses gives more options to photographers
using Canon’s EOS 20D and Digital Rebel.
The EF-S 10-22mm f/3.5-4.5 USM, EF-S 17-85mm
f/4-5.6 IS USM and EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 USM
zoom lenses will be available this fall for suggested
manufacturer’s suggested list prices of CAD$1,350,
CAD$1,100 and CAD$370, respectively.
[ read
whole press release... ]
Press Release: Canon
PowerShot G6
Canon has expanded their popular G-series, announcing
the launch of the 7.1-megapixel PowerShot G6 digital
camera. The advanced features and reduced body
size of the camera not only suit the needs of
advanced amateur photographers, but also of photographers
in vertical industries such as law enforcement
and dentistry. Whether capturing evidence during
an investigation or getting in close to snap the
intricate details of dental work, the PowerShot
G6 digital camera has the versatility to meet
the imaging needs of all photographers.
The PowerShot G6 digital camera will be available
in September for a manufacturer’s suggested
list price of CAD$1,100.
[ read
whole press release... ]
Press Release: Canon
PowerShot S70
Canon Canada Inc., announced the new PowerShot
S70 digital camera. The PowerShot S70 not only
features state of the art optics, but also offers
an increased resolution of 7.1-megapixel. In order
to increase the amount of photographs users can
capture, Canon has also developed a new lithium-ion
battery pack, the NB-2LH model, delivering approximately
26% higher capacity than the previous NB-2L.
Some of the PowerShot S70's best features include
a faster start-up, faster continuous shooting
at 2.0 frames per second and RAW+JPEG recording
with user-selectable JPEG resolution. Perhaps
to most convenient features offered by the PowerShot
S70 are the wide range of printing features including
Canon's Print/Share button, ID Photo Print and
Move Print.
The PowerShot S70 digital camera will be available
in September for a manufacturer's suggested list
price of CAD$1,000.
[ read
whole press release... ]
Press Release: Canon
PowerShot A400, A85 and A95
Canon’s new line-up of A-series PowerShot
Digital Cameras are perfect for first time camera
buyers, new moms or teenagers looking to take
pictures of them and their friends. With affordable
price points and top-of the line features, the
new PowerShot A400, A85 and A95 are perfect for
the consumer looking for a fun and simple way
to capture their most memorable memories. In addition
for those looking for something funky and hip,
the PowerShot A400 digital camera comes in four
exclusive colours: Silver, Sky Blue, Lime Green
and Sunset Gold.
The new PowerShot A-series are available in September
for a manufacturer’s suggested list price
of CAD$350 for the PowerShot A400, CAD$550 for
the PowerShot A85 and CAD$700 for the PowerShot
A95.
[ read
whole press release... ]
Press Release: Canon
Speedlight 580EX Flash
The long awaited evolution in Canon's Speedlite
family of EOS system flashes is here. The Speedlite
580EX flash takes its place as Canon's new flagship
Speedlite, replacing the popular Speedlite 550EX
model. This new flash will benefit all EOS system
photographers. Digital photographers will especially
find the Speedlite 580EX flash useful.
Canon's new Speedlite 580EX flash and Compact
Battery Pack CP-E3 will be available in October
for a manufacturer's suggested list prices of
CAD$750 and CAD$350, respectively.
[ read
whole press release... ]
Press Release: Canon
EOS Rebel T2 35mm Film SLR
Canon's new EOS Rebel T2 gives consumers looking
for an exceptional film camera, a fantastic new
option, incorporating greater speed and functions
at an affordable price. The EOS Rebel T2's new
features, including faster shutter speed, better
auto focus and enhanced flash control are user
friendly and suited for all environments.
Available in September, the new EOS Rebel T2
will be available in a variety of configurations
including body only or zoom lens kits. The standard
zoom lens kit featuring the EOS Rebel T2 camera
plus the EF 28-90mm f/4-5.6 III zoom lens and
a wide neckstrap will carry a manufacturer's suggested
list price of $550, while the body will be listed
for CAD$520.
[ read
whole press release... ]
Press Release: Canon
SURESHOT Z180u DATE 35mm Film Camera
Canon Canada Inc., announced the release of the
new Sure Shot Z180u. This new film camera serves
as an example of the continued evolution of Canon
excellence and features a wide area 7-point/3-zone
zoom-coupled autofocus system and an enlarged
LCD panel ensuring total control in almost any
shooting condition.
With such user-friendly features and a sleek
aluminum alloy case, the new Sure Shot Z180u is
a must have for anyone who enjoys taking quality
photos in style!
The Sure Shot Z180u date camera will be available
in September for a manufacturer's suggested list
price of CAD$300.00
[ read
whole press release... ]
August
19, 2004
Don't Try This At Home: Infrared
Photography With The Canon G1
"I discovered infrared photography in
2001 when I added a Hoya R72 infrared filter to
the Lensmate adapter on my Canon G1, put the camera
on a tripod and pressed the shutter. I've looked
at the world differently ever since." So
writes Don Ellis (featured twice on our
Featured Sites
section) about discovering the seemingly magical
world of infrared photography. There was only
one problem: the G1 has an internal infrared cut
filter, and this means extremely slow shutter
speeds (the infrared filter cuts off infrared
light, which we are using to expose the image
sensor). From our "Don't try this at home
unless you know what you're doing, folks"
department, Don has reproduced a tutorial from
Tony Kaplan on how to replace the G1's
infrared cut filter with clear glass, thus allowing
the use of normal shutter speeds. Warning:
This ain't for the faint of heart, or if a small
scratch on your digital camera sends you into
a dizzy, and besides you'll surely invalidate
any warranty you may still have.... [ I
can take it, I want to see the internals of a
digital camera as long as it's not mine, send
me to Don's site... ]
Correction: RAW
Tutorial
One way we know you are reading our tutorials
is when you take time to send us nice thank you
notes. Another equally useful feedback is when
you write back to set us straight, as did Steven
Noyes on a statement we had in the tutorial
that sounds correct enough -- except that it isn't.
Nothing beats learning from one another. Thanks,
Steven, from us and all the readers!
August
17, 2004
Press Release: Pentax
Optio 750Z
Mississauga, ON - August 17, 2004
 PENTAX
is pleased to announce the introduction of the
Optio750Z. Positioned at the highest end of the
PENTAX Optio Series, the Optio750Z is developed
in line with the concept of “true performance
in pocket size.” It is a compact and lightweight
digital camera that excels in image quality and
versatile functionality.
The Optio750Z delivers high-precision imaging
with 7.0 effective megapixels, a high-performance
smc PENTAX 5X optical zoom lens, newly developed
ASIC (Application Specified Integrate Circuit),
and other impressive features. In addition to
10 shooting modes that can be easily selected
to match different shooting situations, it also
offers an array of other handy digital features.
To maximize operability, it is equipped with a
large mode dial that facilitates easy mode selection
and a large low-reflection LCD monitor for enhanced
visibility and further shooting freedom. Levers
and controls are strategically positioned for
unparalleled control and its high-quality aluminum
alloy exterior is designed to convey a classic
feel.
The PENTAX Optio750Z will satisfy the needs of
advanced users who wish to create gallery-quality
photographic works of art, and for anyone who
wants higher quality photographs.
[ read
whole press release... ]
Press Release: Pentax
Optio S50
Mississauga, ON – August 17, 2004
 PENTAX
is pleased to introduce the new OptioS50, an easy-to-operate
compact digital camera with a 5.0-effective megapixel
CCD, a 3X optical zoom lens and more.
Equipped with a handy mode dial, the OptioS50
allows novice users to select a desired mode out
of the nine choices, with just a simple turn.
And taking ease of use a step even further for
those who are new to digital photography, the
OptioS50 has a useful help function that displays
the functions of control buttons.
Despite its compact size, the OptioS50 incorporates
a large, 1.8-inch LCD monitor for easy viewing
of images. The camera can be operated by widely
available AA batteries so you never have to worry
about the power source, even when traveling overseas.
Other easy-to-use features include 13 shooting
modes that you can choose from to match the scene
at hand and menu display enlargement function.
The OptioS50 is also PictBridge compatible, allowing
direct printing when connected to compatible printers.
[ read
whole press release... ]
August
13, 2004
DCRP
Face Lift
 There's
a brand new look -- and major redesign -- over
at the Digital Camera Resource Page (aka
DCRP and dcresource.com). If you have not visited
the DCRP lately, make it a habit. Jeff Keller
reviews many digital cameras, and we have always
appreciated his unique perspective. There's none
of the boring technical stuff and the personal
perspective is what makes a review worth reading
after all. Congratulations, Jeff, for finally
getting the redesign done -- though, I admit I
kinda miss the purple ;o) [ visit
the DCRP... ]
August
12, 2004
Press Release: Canon
LV-7225, LV-7220, LV-5220 projectors
MISSISSAUGA, ON., August 12, 2004 - Whether delivering
a presentation, settling in for a movie, or lecturing
a group of college students, Canon's new series
of ultra portable LCD projectors provide the flexibility
and quality users require for their multimedia
projection needs. Each new model is equipped with
genuine Canon optics and a 1.6x optical zoom lens
with the ability to display a 100-inch diagonal
image from only 2.5 metres. All three models have
the capability to be placed in almost any size
room, providing theatre-sized images from the
comfort of the living room or the length of a
boardroom.
The Canon LV-7225, LV-7220, LV-5220 projectors
will be available in September at authorized Canon
dealers, with a manufacturer's suggested list
price of CAD$4,200, CAD$3,600 and CAD$2,400, respectively.
[ read
whole press release... ]
August
11, 2004
Press Release: Two
New smc PENTAX-D FA Series macro lenses
Mississauga, ON – August 9, 2004
PENTAX Canada Inc. is pleased to announce the
development of the new smc PENTAX-D FA interchangeable
lens series, designed to optimize image quality
in digital SLR photography. The series also features
an image circle covering accommodating 35mm-format
film. PENTAX will market two compact, lightweight
macro lenses for close-up photography up to a
life-size magnification as the first models of
this new series.
[ read
whole press release... ]
August
9, 2004
Canada's
Wonderland
A fresh coat of paint on the buildings, new rides,
and good weather make for a fun day at Paramount
Canada's Wonderland in Toronto, Ontario. For
the kids, there are Hanna-Barbera Land, Chopper
Chase, KidZville, and don't forget the Jumpin'
Jet for experiencing "butterflies in the
stomach." Then there's the Water Park, the
Wave Pool, Splash Works, Lazy River, and plenty
of life guards to ensure a safe time for all.
I took the Fujifilm FinePix S7000 to Canada's
Wonderland and have lots of sample images for
the review, due later this week or the next.
August
7, 2004
BizReport:
Kodak Growing In Digital Camera Market
 After
a slow start, Eastman Kodak Co. is steadily gaining
ground on front-runner Sony Corp. in the burgeoning
U.S. digital camera market and opening up a lead
on Canon, Olympus and other Japanese rivals.
Here is the U.S. market share (first six months
of the year) standing according to the IDC market
research:
- Sony - 21.5%
- Kodak - 18.3%
- Canon - 14.7%
- Olympus - 11.8%
- Fuji - 8.7%
- HP - 7%
- Nikon - 5.7%
[ read BizReport
article... ]
August
6, 2004
Konica
Minolta 7 Digital
 Coming
this fall from Konica Minolta, the Dynax/Maxxum
7 Digital enters the exciting world of digital
SLR. It features a new anti-shake CCD, much larger
than the one on the DiMAGE A2 and shifts within
a range 4 times wider, by a speed 4 times faster
than the one in the A2. This is good news for
consumers and promises to raise the bar on affordable
dSLR offerings. Konica Minolta has a flash-enabled
and html-only
website that is work-in-progress. Bookmark it
and get the latest scoop on this new dSLR!
August
4, 2004
Henri
Cartier-Bresson, 1908-2004
August
3, 2004
Press Release: Kodak
EasyShare DX7590
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Toronto, ON, August 3, 2004 - With the introduction
of its new EASYSHARE DX7590 zoom digital camera,
Kodak expands upon features that made the KODAK
EASYSHARE DX6490 model one of the most popular
cameras in its class over the last year. A unique
combination of sophisticated features, exceptional
performance, and trademark ease of use gives amateur
photographers the opportunity to shoot like a
professional.
The camera will be available in Canada as of
September 2004 for CDN $599.95 (MSRP), setting
a new price-to-performance benchmark for high
zoom consumer digital cameras.
[ read
whole press release... ]
August 1, 2004
Kodak
EasyShare LS753 Zoom Review
 The
Kodak EasyShare LS753 Zoom takes great
images in Auto mode. Its 5 megapixel resolution
allows you to print very large prints, and its
2.8x (36-100mm, 35mm equivalent) zoom range covers
from wide-angle to portrait range. With its sleek
and handsome metallic body, the LS753 earns our
JeansPocket™
Certified award. It is very easy to use, compact
enough to carry with you anywhere at all times,
and gives great pictures with the famous Kodak
point-and-shoot simplicity. [ Read more in our
Kodak EasyShare
LS753 Zoom Review... ]
 August
2004 Editorial
Newsletter Issue #7: August 1, 2004 --
If we missed you, drop
us a line and we'll make sure you receive
it!
 Featured
Site: Don
Ellis' Kleptography
Don Ellis has revamped his site and added some
200 more wonderful images to enjoy. Worth a revisit....
Our Featured Site for August is Don
Ellis' Kleptography.
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