Archive for October, 2006
Canon today launches two PowerShot A-Series compact cameras with the highest resolution in the range to date - the 10.0 Megapixel PowerShot A640 and 8.0 Megapixel PowerShot A630. Replacing the highly popular PowerShot A610 and A620, both cameras feature a rotating 2.5″ vari-angle LCD, 4x optical zoom lens and a vast array of creative shooting modes.
The PowerShot A640 and PowerShot A630 pack a vast array of advanced features into a remarkably compact space:
* 10.0 Megapixels (PowerShot A640) /8.0 Megapixels (PowerShot A630)
* 2.5†vari-angle LCD screen and real-image optical viewfinder
* 4x optical zoom
* DIGIC II, iSAPS, 9-Point AiAF, FlexiZone AF/AE
* Digital Tele-Converter and Safety Zoom1
* 21 shooting modes
“These two new cameras epitomize everything the A-Series stands for,” said Mogens Jensen, Head of Canon Consumer Imaging Europe. “Combining user-friendly design with advanced functionality, they will appeal equally to novice users and serious photo enthusiasts.”
Review by PC Magazine
This slightly pricey, 8-megapixel compact isn’t super-trim and sexy, but it works very well in lots of situations. The PowerShot A630 packs an amazing array of useful features and is incredibly simple to operate. Despite the cost, there is plenty to love.
Two features make the Canon PowerShot A630 particularly easy to use and like: an articulating LCD and a glass viewfinder. Neither affects picture quality directly, but they have a lot to do with how you capture your pictures. And they are pretty rare finds in a compact camera.
Review by Steves Digicams
The PowerShot A630 and A640 digital cameras are equipped with high resolution 8.0 and 10.0 Megapixel CCDs respectively. Both cameras feature the same body design, high-quality Canon 4x Optical Zoom lens, optical viewfinder as well as a 2.5-inch Vari-Angle LCD screen.
Both cameras are equipped with a 9-point AiAF “Smart†autofocus system and 21 shooting modes. The standard Shooting Modes are Full Auto, Program, Shutter-priority, Aperture-priority, Manual, and Custom with additional modes including Portrait, Landscape, Night Scene, Special Scene (10 varieties), Stitch Assist and Movie. Both models are capable of recording 30 fps VGA movies with sound for up to 36 minutes when using an optional 4GB SD memory card.
Review by CNET
An 8-megapixel version of the 10-megapixel PowerShot A640, the Canon PowerShot A630 is otherwise identical to its higher-resolution sibling. Both share the same sturdy, chunky body; 35mm-to-140mm-equivalent lens with accessory lens mount; and broad feature set with PASM exposure controls. Both cameras even turned in nearly identical performance results in our tests.
Description: The Pro815 equipped with a 15X optical zoom with a focal length of 28 – 420mm [35mm equivalent], this means you can shoot from wide angle to telephoto with one lens. Normally it is not possible to incorporate both 28mm wide-angle and 420mm tele-zoom capabilities in a average high-end camera, since they generally, only come with a 7-8X zoom, With SLR systems, different lenses need to be switched to shoot wide-angle and ultra high zoom pictures, this means carrying lots of equipment, missing some shots due to lens changeover and buying multiple lenses. The Pro815 has four low-dispersion glass lenses specially manufactured to minimize chromatic aberration that can occur when wide-angle and ultra high zoom are supported at the same time. In addition it employs two aspherical lenses for the correction of spherical aberration and lateral colours for the entire zoom range from wide to tele. This world-renowned Schneider-KREUZNACH lens offers outstanding reliability.
Specification
* 8megapixels 3264×2448pixels
* Schneider Kreuznach 15x optical zoom lens
* Massive 3.5inch Rear LCD
* Full manual control
* Records in RAW, TIFF and JPEG
* 11 scene modes
* 3 ring control system on the lens
* Movies with stereo sound
* Built-in flash. Guide No 13(ISO100/m)
* External flash capability
* Takes Compact Flash cards up to 4Gb
Review by PC Magazine
Because of its large size, when you first get your hands on the Samsung Pro815, you’ll probably think you’re holding a full D-SLR. In fact, it’s a little bigger than some D-SLRs, such as the Canon Rebel XT and the new Rebel XTi. This camera has some great features, but when it comes to the nuts and bolts of taking photos, using it is a hit-or-miss experience.
Take, for example, shutter lag. In my image tests, I didn’t find all that much to be upset about, but in my real-world low-light tests, I noticed significant lag, especially when the flash was turned off.
Review by dpreview.com
Samsung officially announced its first SLR-styled digital camera, the Pro815, an 8 megapixel, 15x zoom model back in June, but it didn’t actually arrive until the late autumn. It’s targeted at enthusiasts and boasts a lot of ‘world firsts’ including the largest LCD on a digital camera (3.5 inches), world’s longest zoom on a high-end camera and world’s largest capacity lithium-ion battery. The Pro815 sports a Schneider-Kreuznach lens and boasts a color data LCD screen for waist-level shooting, 2.5fps continuous mode and a wealth of photographic features.
Review by LetsGoDigital
Samsung Camera has announced that the company will release the world’s longest (15X) optical zoom 8 MP high-end digital camera, targeting enthusiast photographers, later this year. The Pro815, offers unrivalled features and performance and is beyond comparison to other cameras in the same class. This marks the pinnacle of Samsung Camera’s product range for 2005. The Samsung Pro815 is equipped with a 15X optical zoom with a focal length of 28-420mm, this means you can shoot from wide angle to telephoto with one lens. Normally it is not possible to incorporate both 28mm wide-angle and 420mm tele-zoom capabilities in an average high-end camera, since they generally, only come with a 7-8X zoom.
Review by Trusted Reviews
The Samsung Pro815 is a remarkable camera for a number of reasons. First, its huge 15x zoom Schneider-Kreuznach lens is the most powerful on any non-SLR digital camera. Secondly, it also has the biggest monitor on any digital camera, with a massive 3.5in screen. Thirdly, it has the largest battery of any digital camera, with 1900mAh of charge capacity. And most remarkably of all, it’s a Samsung.
That may sound a little cruel, but until last summer most of Samsung’s digital camera output had consisted entirely of the Digimax range of compacts that, while often technically competent and always reasonably priced, have been at best uninspiring, and at worst shoddily made, poorly designed and lacking in performance.
As the flagship of Samsung’s newly created NV series of cameras, it makes sense that the NV7 OPS is the company’s first camera to include CCD-shift optical image stabilization–Samsung calls it Optical Picture Stabilization–which should come in handy, considering the camera’s 7X optical zoom lens. The Samsung NV7 OPS is also one of two NV cameras that includes a new control system that Samsung calls Smart Touch. Rows of touch-sensitive buttons line the right and bottom sides of the camera’s 2.5-inch, 230,000-pixel LCD screen. As you pass your finger over them, various controls appear on the screen. You can select them by pressing the appropriate button, which may activate a whole new set of control possibilities for a submenu, if applicable. The system has the potential to deliver a lot of options quickly and easily, though we won’t know for sure until we get a testable unit. The Samsung NV7 OPS also includes a top ISO of 1,000 and video recording at as high as 640×480 resolution at 30fps.
Review by dpreview.com
Delivering a more advanced photographic experience for taking scenery, sports, portraits or even more challenging shots, the NV7 OPS, with 7.2 mega pixels and a 7x optical zoom, offers both the Optical Picture Stabilisation (OPS) and the Advanced Shake Reduction (ASR) processing function to deliver optimum image quality. These combined technologies enable you to take clear and natural pictures anywhere and in lower light conditions without using a flash. Additional functionality provides TV quality MPEG-4 VGA (640×480) 30 fps video recording (including zoom and pause) and a photo gallery function for convenient picture viewing with the Smart Touch interface. The NV7 OPS comes with a rechargeable battery and has a multi-charging system including USB and optional high capacity SBP-4442 battery kit.
Review by Digital Photography Blog
amsung Camera is pleased to announced a breakthrough in digital camera design with the launch of the NV7 OPS. Part of Samsung’s new NV Series, the seven-megapixel NV7 OPS has effectively created a new “slim-bridge” product category, packing an extraordinary 7x Optical zoom into a super-slim body measuring just 4.2″ x 2.5″ x .8″. This innovative and unique model also features two types of image stabilization - Optical Picture Stabilization, which physically adjusts the CCD to combat handshake and Samsung’s Advanced Shake Reduction (ASR), electronic image stabilization to ensure a steady, crystal-clear shot in almost any shooting condition.
Review by LetsGoDigital
Samsung Camera is pleased to announce a breakthrough in camera design with the launch of the Samsung NV7 OPS. Part of Samsung’s new NV Series, the seven Megapixel Samsung NV7 has effectively created a new “slim-bridge†product category, packing an extraordinary 7x Optical zoom into a super-slim body measuring just 4.2†x 2.5†x .8â€. This innovative and unique model also features two types of image stabilization, Optical Picture Stabilization, which physically adjusts the CCD to combat handshake and Samsung’s Advanced Shake Reduction (ASR), electronic image stabilization to ensure a steady, crystal-clear shot in almost any shooting condition.
Olympus FE-170 is a point-and-shoot digital camera (announced on 22.08.06) with 6.0 effective megapixels, 3x optical zoom (equivalent to 38 mm - 114 mm), 10 scene modes (e.g. Sports, Fireworks, Self-portrait) and 2.5″ LCD Screen. The camera is measuring 90 x 63 x 31 mm (3.5 x 2.5 x 1.2 in), weighing around 175 g (6.2 oz) and is running on two AA batteries.
Review by CNET
On paper, the Olympus FE-170 is almost identical to its brother, the FE-180. Both have the same 6-megapixel sensor, the same 38mm-to-114mm (35mm equivalent) zoom lens, and the same emphasis on simplified, automated photography. In actual use, however, the FE-170 is far inferior to its bigger brother. The approximate $30 difference between the two cameras represent some heavily cut corners in this cheaper model.
Review by dpreview.com
Olympus introduces the FE-170 and FE-180, cameras with 3x zooms that prove that photography is fun. With a no-nonsense “one button, one function†design and a 6.0 million pixel CCD, the FE-170 and FE-180 make taking – and printing – even larger size photos a cinch. There’s even an on-screen Help function included, to give easy-to-understand descriptions of camera settings. Life couldn’t be any easier! With these cameras, once a shot has been taken you’ll want to show it off.
Review by LetsGoDigital
As you’d expect from Olympus, this new FE model looks the business. If your family occasions stretch to water based activities such as sailing or snorkelling, an optional Outdoor Case will soon be available for the Olympus FE-170 as well. With the FE-170, you don’t have to be a technical whiz, or even own a computer to enjoy producing great quality photos. This new Olympus model will be available in good camera shops from September 2006, priced at £115.00.
The Canon PowerShot S3 IS is a 12x Optical Zoom camera (with image stabilization) with a 6 megapixel sensor that Canon is promoting as a ‘family friendly’ digital camera.
It shoots video at 30 frames per second (with stereo sound) which allows you to shoot video and take pictures simultaneously using their new MovieSnap features.
The S3 IS comes with a 2.0 inch Vari-Angle LCD and USB 2.0.
Review by DC Resource
The Canon PowerShot S3 IS ($499) is an update to last year’s very popular PowerShot S2 ultra zoom camera. The S3 isn’t a revolution compared to the S2 — in fact, the upgrades are fairly minor for the most part. New features on the S3 include:
* Uses a 6 Megapixel CCD (instead of 5MP)
* New ISO range of 80 - 800 (instead of 50 - 400); lower noise than previous sensor
* 2″ LCD display (versus 1.8″)
* Live histogram in record mode
* New widescreen (16:9) still image mode
* New Sports scene mode
* Black-colored body; slightly larger and heavier than S2
Everything else is the same as on the PowerShot S2. That means that the S3 has a 12X optical zoom lens, optical image stabilizer, rotating LCD, full manual controls, and enhanced movie mode.
Review by Megapixel.net
The Canon PowerShot S3 IS, this year’s new version of the PowerShot S2 IS, brings the inevitable increase in resolution, adding another million pixels that makes the S3 IS a 6-megapixel camera, but has only minor changes otherwise.
The image stabilized Ultrasonic 12 X zoom lens is identical to last year’s S2 IS, and so are most of the other components. Indeed, externally, the only change is a slightly beefier monitor hinge.
The PowerShot S3 IS offers a good ergonomic design, providing a deep grip with a non-skid surface on the inside where the fingertips rest, while the stubby lens barrel allows cradling the camera in the left hand.
Review by Dpreview.com
Amstelveen, The Netherlands, 21 February, 2006: Canon today announces the release of the 12x optical zoom PowerShot S3 IS. Successor to the popular PowerShot S2 IS, the latest addition to the PowerShot S-series incorporates a 6.0 Megapixel CCD sensor, Canon’s renowned optical Image Stabilizer technology and video functionality rivalling that of dedicated digital video camcorders. Sporting a striking new finish in gunmetal grey, the compact PowerShot S3 IS answers the demands of advanced photographers with several improvements over its predecessor, including an increased sensitivity range of ISO 80 to ISO 800, a larger 2.0″ vari-angle LCD screen, widescreen (16:9) recording, new movie features and an additional Sports mode.
Review by Imaging Resource
The Canon PowerShot S3 IS is the latest in an extremely popular line of long zoom cameras, following the 5.0-Mp S2 IS, the 3.2-Mp S1 IS, and the 2.6-Mp Pro90 IS.
The Canon S3 IS accommodates a wide range of users with its variable level of exposure control. Experienced shooters will appreciate the Manual, Aperture Priority, and Shutter Priority modes, while novices will find the Auto, Program AE, and Scene modes useful. With a full range of creative effects, the added attraction of 12x zoom Canon optics, and optical image stabilization — a feature found on only a handful of digital cameras, most of them more expensive, the Canon S3 IS should appear high up on the lists for photographers looking for a long-zoom camera.
Description: When you pick up the compact Photosmart R927, you’ll notice two things right off: its giant, bright display (3 inches across) on the back, and how perfectly this camera fits in your hands (you won’t want to put it down). The durable, metal-bodied R927 showcases HP’s great technology, boasting 8.2 megapixels of brilliant photo power and 24x total zoom (3 x optical, 8x digital). So get ready to dazzle your friends and family! Crystal clear, awesome photos are yours for the taking.
Review by Imaging Resource
Long known for its printers, Hewlett Packard has been slowly building a reputation for making stylish, easy-to-use digital cameras that come packed with features. The latest flagship to be launched in HP’s Photosmart camera line is the R927 which not only boasts 8.2 megapixels, it features an array of unique functions and helpful in-camera tips designed for beginners.
Review by Digital Camera Info
The HP Photosmart R927 is one of three cameras being showcased at CES 2006 by HP as part of their enhanced R-series. The R927 improves upon previous HP models by adding an extensive in-camera editing system to a sleeker and more stylish design that is paired with a 1/1.8 inch, 8.2 MP CCD. This slim point-and-shoot camera comes in a stainless steel body, has an impressively sized 3-inch LCD screen, is a mere 3.3 inches across, and IS capable of engaging with WiFi services that can link to televisions, PCs, and other external devices.
Review by Digital Photography Blogs
Photosmart R927 is the top of the range digital camera to be announced by HP today. It has an 8.2 megapixel sensor, a 3x Optical Zoom lens and a lovely large 3.0 inch LCD display which is sure to get the mouths of HP fans watering.
The HP Photosmart R927 also features 32 megabytes of internal memory, 17 shooting modes, as well as the same array of in camera features as others announced today with in camera red eye removal, the ability to add artistic effects and on camera sharing via Snapfish using HP Photosmart Express.
Review by Consumer Guide Product
Hewlett-Packard’s PhotoSmart R817 digital camera gives beginning photographers a good collection of desirable features in an extremely easy to use package. The PhotoSmart R817 is a little higher priced than other beginner digital cameras, though.
The PhotoSmart R817 offers an extensive list of features designed to simplify the process of capturing, copying, transferring, and printing photos. This digital camera’s menu system allows you to select the eventual destination for photos–e-mail, a Web site, or a printer, for example–as you shoot the photos. To further simplify the process of sharing the photos, you can purchase a docking station.
Review by Laptop Magazine
Despite the well-known instant gratification that digital photography offers, many manufacturers overlook one critical aspect: editing. Most cams can resize and recolor, but how many allow creative manipulation? Enter HP’s Photosmart R927, the latest entry in its R-series of cameras that helps you lose ten pounds—instantly! At least your photo can look that way with this camera’s Slimming effect.
The HP R927’s pedestrian form factor won’t win any design awards with its unremarkable finished metal look and somewhat bulky body, but curved edges provide a solid, comfortable grip. Dedicated buttons for on/off, playback, flash, and other options align the top of the camera. The setup is unusual but effective; everything is easy to reach with the forefingers and nonintrusive. Freed from a jumble of buttons, the back of the camera has plenty of real estate for housing an intuitive two-button navigation scheme and the massive three-inch LCD.
The EX-Z700’s Super Bright LCD is both big and bright: the 2.7-inch screen with 1200cd/m2 brightness is easy to see, even on a sunny day. At 7.2 megapixels, the high-performance EX-Z700 ensures crystal-clear image output for both printing and screen, delivering extraordinary photographic detail. The long-life battery packs enough power for around 460 still images on a single charge, and the camera comes with Casio’s Anti Shake DSP to reduce photo blur due to shaky hands or moving subjects. All in all, the EX-Z700 strikes an extremely attractive balance between slim, stylish looks and high-performance functionality.
Review by dpreview.com
Casio has announced today the new 7.2 megapixel Exilim Zoom EX-Z700. With a 3x zoom, Casio’s Anti-Shake DSP and new BEST SHOT modes including an auto framing mode and a layout shot mode. The EX-Z700 also features a large 2.7-inch LCD with 1200cd/m2 brightness which is claimed to be visible on bright sunny days.
Phil: An apology to Casio, apparently this story went up before a ‘new embargo’ which we were only told of after the first embargo had passed. Hence this story was live on our site (and had been for a few hours) when we heard of the new date, it had been up so long that there was little point taking it down. I’d like to reiterate that dpreview prides itself in never intentionally breaking embargo.
Review by Digital Camera Info
Announced at the beginning of August and available in September 2006, the Casio Exilim EX-Z700 comes to the market with 7.2 megapixels and all the typical bells and whistles of a Casio camera. It is skinny with a 3x telescoping optical zoom lens on the front and a 2.7-inch LCD screen on the back. This camera adds two more scene modes to the already extensive list for a total of 37 Best Shot modes. The middle-tier Casio Z700 will retail for $299 and will be available in blue, silver, and “gun metal” gray.
Review by LetsGoDigital
Casio Exilim EX-Z700 : Casio Electronics Co and Casio Computer Co, announced today the release of the Casio Exilim EX-Z700 digital compact camera, the latest addition to its stylish series of Exilim digital cameras. The new Casio Exilim Z700 is the newest member of the Exilim family combines the high-resolution performance of an effective 7.2 Megapixels with Casio’s Super Bright LCD for easy viewing in broad daylight. The Casio EX-Z700’s Super Bright LCD is both big and bright: the 2.7 inch screen with 1200cd/m2 brightness is easy to see, even on a sunny day. At 7.2 megapixels, the high-performance Casio Exilim EX-Z700 ensures crystal-clear image output for both printing and screen, delivering extraordinary photographic detail.
Description: The Canon EOS Digital Rebel XTi offers an unbeatable combination of performance, ease-of-use and value. It has a newly designed 10.1MP Canon CMOS sensor plus a host of new features including a 2.5-inch LCD monitor, the exclusive EOS Integrated Cleaning System featuring a Self Cleaning Sensor and Canon’s Picture Style technology, all in a lightweight, ergonomic body. The DIGIC II Image Processor employs sophisticated signal processing algorithms and works at greater speeds, all while consuming less energy. The Digital Rebel XTi is proof positive that Canon continues to lead the way with their phenomenal digital SLRs.The EOS Digital Rebel XTi has a brilliant 2.5-inch LCD monitor with approximately 230,000 pixels. All shooting and review information is accessed on the rear LCD monitor, and the wide viewing angle of 160 and brighter, easier-to-read menus give the new Rebel XTi LCD monitor an obvious advantage. With Picture Style technology and the EOS Digital Rebel XTi, photographers can recreate characteristics of their favorite films. Color, saturation, sharpness and contrast settings create noticeable variation in the saved image. In addition to six preset Picture Styles (Standard, Portrait, Landscape, Neutral, Faithful and Monochrome), users can create three additional settings for their particular photographic style.Printing and uploading to a computer is incredibly simple with the Digital Rebel XTi’s Print/Share button. By connecting the Digital Rebel XTi to a computer via the USB 2.0 port, it’s easy to transfer some or all of the photographs in the cameras memory to folders on the computer.This kit includes EF-S 18-55 mm f/3.5-5.6 zoom lens.
Review by DCRP
The Digital Rebel XTi is the long-awaited upgrade to Canon’s very successful Digital Rebel XT (see our review). Like the XT before it, the Rebel XTi (known as the EOS-400D in some countries) is an entry-level digital SLR, but that doesn’t mean that it’s “stripped”. The camera has nearly all the bells and whistles that you’ll find on its more expensive siblings. The Rebel XTi is priced at $799 for the body only kit, and $899 with an 18 - 55 mm lens.
Review by dpreview.com
Pre-Photkina 2006: Canon has today announced the latest evolution in their affordable digital SLR series, the ten megapixel EOS 400D / Digital Rebel XTi. Headline new features / specifications include the ten megapixel CMOS sensor (up to ISO 1600), a new dust reduction system, nine area auto focus, Picture Styles, a large 2.5″ LCD monitor which now also provides shooting information (the second control panel LCD is gone) and better continuous shooting buffering.
Review by Camera Labs
The Canon EOS 400D / Rebel XTi digital SLR is the successor to the best-selling EOS 350D / Rebel XT. Announced in August 2006, it combines a number of anticipated improvements along with a few genuine surprises.
Most people won’t be surprised to learn the 400D / XTi now features a larger 2.5in screen and Canon’s Picture Styles, but following the earlier EOS 30D, many equally expected the new entry-level body to employ the same sensor as its predecessor.
Review by Digital Photography Blog
Canon’s New EOS Digital Rebel XTi SLR Raises Resolution, Increases Ease, Lowers Cost And Leaves Other Digital SLRs In The Dust
Canon™s EOS Digital Rebel XT model – the camera that set all time sales records for digital SLRs of any persuasion (supplanting the original Digital Rebel’s claim to that title) – now takes its place alongside of the newest member of the irrepressible Rebel clan: the 10.1 megapixel EOS Digital Rebel XTi SLR camera. For 16 years, the Rebel brand has stood for advanced, sophisticated and easy-to-use. The new Canon EOS Digital Rebel XTi camera continues that legacy, taking discriminating photo hobbyists, enthusiasts, advanced amateurs and SLR aficionados to places digital dreams are made of…and more economically than ever before.
The COOLPIX L3 is an entry-level digital compact camera that combines high-quality components like a 3x Zoom-Nikkor lens and a bright 2.0-inch LCD with in-camera image-improvement features, in lightweight and compact, yet elegantly finished bodies.
Review by Steves Digicams
The COOLPIX L2, COOLPIX L3 and COOLPIX L4 are entry-level digital compact cameras that combine high-quality components like a 3x Zoom-Nikkor lens and a bright 2.0-inch LCD with in-camera image-improvement features, in lightweight and compact bodies. All three cameras employ a high quality 3x optical Zoom-Nikkor lens to provide the ability to zoom in for tight portraits, or zoom out to take in expansive outdoor scenes. The CCD imagers offer high performance with effective megapixel values of 6.0 for the COOLPIX L2, 5.1 for the COOLPIX L3, and 4.0 for the COOLPIX L4. All three cameras also feature a bright, 2.0-inch color LCD with new icons and a new color scheme that’s easier on the eyes.
Review by CNET
The Nikon Coolpix L3 is the midrange member of Nikon’s simple, inexpensive L-series digital cameras. The 5-megapixel camera sports a 3X optical zoom lens, a handful of useful scene modes, and a small price tag. It’s not the fastest, sharpest, or sleekest digital camera on the market, but this little shooter produces good-looking images for the price.
Compact and light, the L3’s silver plastic body is fairly stylish for such a low-end camera, though at just less than 1.5 inches thick, the Coolpix L3 is a little too fat to slip into your jeans. Fortunately, its light frame weighs less than six ounces even with an SD card and two AA batteries, making it comfortable to carry in a jacket or purse.
Review by dpreview.com
The trio combines an array of high-quality components including a 3x Zoom-Nikkor lens and a bright 2.0-inch LCD screen with in-camera image-improvement features, housed in lightweight, compact yet elegantly finished bodies.
All three cameras boast powerful 3x Zoom-Nikkor lenses with a focal range equivalent to that of a 38-116mm (114mm for the COOLPIX L4) (35mm equivalent), providing the freedom to zoom in for tight personal portraits, or out to capture expansive outdoor scenes.
The CCD delivers higher performance within tighter dimensions, greatly adding to the cameras’ compact form and portability while offering generous effective megapixel values of 6.0 for the COOLPIX L2, 5.1 for the COOLPIX L3, and 4.0 for the COOLPIX L4, ensuring the refined image clarity that users have come to expect from other members of the COOLPIX family.
Faithful to the Sony Cyber-Shot T series, the DSC-10 combines performance and functions and comes in a fine, distinguished and yet again elegant box.
It is equipped with Carl Zeiss lens, super HAD CDD sensor of more than 7 millions pixels and a 3x optical zoom. The DSCT10 Cybershot offers Super Steady Shot image stabiliser and a high sensibility (up to 1000 ISO) allowing you to take lively shots with great precision and free from blur caused by the photographer or the subject movement. It also integrates point functions such as: Real Imaging Processor, an internal memory card of 56MB, a large Clear Photo 2.5 inch LCD screen for optimal visibility of your shots even under full light, or a Macro mode only 8cm away from the subject. The T10 presents a sleek and robust design thanks to the high quality metal body only 2.1 cm thick.
The Slideshow mode lets you browse through your favourite photos with music and a transition effect!
Delivered with an infolithium battery for a constant visibility of the available energy (250 photos autonomy according to the CIPA), the Cyber-Shot DSC-T10 has audio/video and IT connectivity adapted for transferring your photos!
The Sony Cyber-Shot T series has become an elegant and sleek symbol, the DSC-T10 is the perfect representative, its functions and high performance makes it the ideal choice for design and digital image lovers.
Review by CNET
Lately, it seems as if Sony is putting out a new T-series camera every other week. The newest addition to this hip line of snapshooters is the Cyber Shot DSC-T50. Like the T30, it features a 7.2-megapixel CCD sensor; optical image stabilization; a 3X optical, 38mm-to-114mm (35mm equivalent), f/3.5-to-f/4.3 zoom lens; and sensitivity of as high as ISO 1,000. However, the instead of the T30’s 2.5-inch LCD screen, the DSC-T50 includes a 3-inch touch-screen LCD. This touch screen is the only major difference between the two models, and since Sony priced them the same, it looks like you’ll get to choose whether you want a touch screen or not.
Review by Digital Trends
The DSC-T50 is a beauty. I used a silver version but it’s also available in a very bright red or black. The camera measures 3.75 x 2.25 x .9 (WHD, in inches) and weighs 5.8 ounces with battery and Memory Stick Pro Duo card. I used a 1GB Sony high-speed card for the test. The front of camera is as clean as can be with understated Sony and Cybershot logos on the metal case. There’s also an eyelet for the wrist strap. Slide the front panel down and the camera powers up, exposing the 3x Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens (38-114mm 35mm equivalent), the AF Assist lamp and flash. The top of the camera is also very clean with just three buttons—the shutter, power on/off and optical image stabilization on/off. On an angled edge is the mode switch for playback, still or video shooting. The DSC-T50 takes 640 x 480 pixel clips at 30 frames per second, basically VHS levels. On the left side is a compartment for the battery that’s rated 400 shots per the CIPA standard and the memory card slot. On the bottom are a metal tripod mount, speaker and port for the special combination USB/AV/DC-in cable.
Review by Let Go Digital
Sony Cybershot DSC-T50 : It’s easy to pocket your screen gems and dazzle audiences with the new Sony Cybershot DSC-T50 digital compact camera, featuring a three-inch touch-screen display and built-in slide show capability. The new Sony Cybershot T50 model’s extra-large screen with intuitive menu options allow for less physical buttons on the camera body, resulting in a sleeker design. The Sony T50 also incorporates Sony’s Clear Photo Plus LCD technology for higher resolution (230K), higher contrast and optimal viewing from various angles. You can use your photos to craft dynamic, personal narratives with in-camera slide shows, complete with your own music and transition effects such as pans, wipes and fades.