Casio Exilim EX-G1

“If I were in the market for an all-weather compact digital I’d buy a G1.”

We’ve added another Casio EXILIM EX-G1 [QuickPrice Check] review to our Reviews Matrix.

DigitalCameraReview has published their review of the Casio EXILIM EX-G1, a shock-resistant (fall from 2.13m / 7 ft), waterproof (depth of 3m / 10 ft for up to 1 hour), freezeproof (-14°F) and dustproof digital camera with 12.1MP resolution, 3X optical zoom (38-114mm equiv.), 2.5-in. monitor (230k-dot), Intelligent AF, Advanced Dynamic Photo function, Movie 848×480 pixels — all in a sleek 0.78-in. low-profile body.

You can read the full Casio EXILIM EX-G1 Review at: DigitalCameraReview.

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Olympus E-PL1

DigitalCameraReview has published their hands-on preview of the Olympus E-PL1 [Specs], an easy-to-use version of the E-P2 Digital Interchangeable Lens (DIL) camera. The E-PL1 features 12.3MP resolution (on a large 17.3 x 13.0 mm Live MOS sensor), sensor-shift image stabilization to help reduce camera shake, a direct HD Movie button, a 6.9-cm (2.7-in.) LCD display screen (230k-dot), a built-in pop-up flash, Art Filters, Scene Modes, and a new Live Guide that simplifies exposure adjustments without having to know the technical lingo — all in a compact and light body.

Read the full Olympus E-PL1 Hands-on Preview at: DigitalCameraReview.

Sony Alpha DSLR-A550

“The [Sony] A550 offers a live view system that’s quick and easy to use.”

We’ve added a new Sony Alpha DSLR-A550 [QuickPrice Check] review to our Reviews Matrix.

DigitalCameraReview has posted their review of the Sony A550, a DSLR with in-camera Sensor-shift Image Stabilization, a large tiltable 3.0-in. (921K dots) LCD, and a unique Quick AF Live View that uses lighting fast Phase-Detection AF during Live View (where other DSLRs use slower Contrast Detect AF). They rate the camera as “Impressive” — find out why.

You can read the full Sony A550 review at: DigitalCameraReview.

Nikon D3x

"Photographers whose work demands highly detailed images won’t be disappointed."

We’ve added another Nikon D3x [QuickPrice Check (body only)] review to our Reviews Matrix.

DigitalCameraReview 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

You can read the full Nikon D3x Review at: DigitalCameraReview.

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Sony DSC-WX1 Cyber-shot

“The [Sony] WX1 [...] should appeal to casual photographers and snap-shooters.”

DigitalCameraReview has published their review of the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1 [QuickPrice Check], a 10.2M resolution (1/2.4-in. CMOS) ultra compact digital camera with 5x optical zoom (24-120mm equiv.), optical Image Stabilization, 2.7-in. (230K dots) LCD, Easy Shooting Mode, iAUTO, iSCN, Intelligent AF, Sweep Panorama, Dynamic Range Optimizer, Continuous Shooting 10fps (10.2M full resolution), Anti Motion Blur mode, Handheld Twilight Mode, Face Detection, Smile Shutter Technology, Pet Mode, PHOTO MUSIC, and HD Movie 1280 x 720 @ 30fps.

[ Read the Sony WX1 Review at: DigitalCameraReview ]

Nikon Coolpix S70

“There are plenty of features we liked about the Nikon S70, including the Touch Shutter.”

DigitalCameraReview has posted their review of the Nikon Coolpix S70 [QuickPrice Check], an ultra compact with 12.1MP resolution (1/2.33-in. CCD), 5x wide-angle optical zoom (28-140mm equiv.), Optical Image Stabilization, 3.5-in. Touch Panel OLED screen (288K dots), Easy AUTO, Scene Auto Selector, Smart Portrait System (Skin Softening, Face-priority AF, Blink Warning, In-Camera Red-Eye Fix, and D-Lighting), Best Shot Selector, Subject Tracking, and HD Movie (720p).

[ Read the Nikon S70 Review at: DigitalCameraReview ]

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Pentax K-7

“Bottom line, Pentax got a lot of things right when they designed the new K-7.”

DigitalCameraReview has just published their review of the Pentax K-7 DSLR [Specs], with 14.6MP resolution (on a 23.4 x 15.6 mm CMOS image sensor), Shake Reduction sensor-shift Image Stabilization, 3.0-in. LCD (920K dots), PASM, 30-1/8000 sec. plus Bulb, Dust Removal, Dynamic Range Optimizing (capturing 3 images and combining them in-camera), RAW, weather-proof stainless steel alloy body, optical viewfinder with 100% frame coverage, Live View with Face Detection AF (Contrast-Detect), Continuous Shooting 5.2fps, and HD Movie (1536 x 1024 @ 30fps).

[ Read the Pentax K-7 Review at: DigitalCameraReview

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Canon PowerShot SD980 IS

“The [Canon] SD980 delivers dependable image quality.”

DigitalCameraReview has posted their review of the Canon PowerShot SD980 IS / IXUS 200 IS [Specs], an ultra compact digital camera with 12.1MP resolution (1/2.3-in. CCD), 5x wide-angle optical zoom (24-120mm equiv.), optical image stabilization, 3.0-in. LCD (230K dots), HD movie (1280×720) @ 30fps, Smart AUTO, Scene Modes and Active Display Technology (just tilt or shake camera to advance photo in Playback).

[ Read the Canon SD980 IS Review at: DigitalCameraReview ]

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