Archive for December, 2006
The Canon SD800 IS Digital ELPH features a compact, stylish case with rounded horizontal edges, and a retracting lens to make it pocket-friendly. The Canon SD800IS includes a 7.1 megapixel imager, and a Canon-branded 3.8x optical zoom lens covers an optimized range of 28-105mm equivalent, a good wide-angle to moderate telephoto.
With Canon’s new Face Detection AF/AE technology (working in concert with Canon’s 9-point Autofocus system), the Canon IXUS 850IS can detect, lock on and track up to nine human faces in a scene simply by pressing the shutter button halfway. The face detection algorithm automatically prioritizes and selects the optimum subject and not simply the closest face (based on Canon’s Intelligent Scene Analysis/iSAPS technology). It will then optimize the focus and exposure to ensure the best possible results for easy picture taking moments.
Features
The Kodak EasyShare C743 is all about simplicity. From its relatively uncluttered, silver design to its intuitive and straightforward controls, the C743 is tailor made for users who don’t want to fuss with finicky settings and confusing interfaces.
The 32MB of internal memory provided with the Kodak EasyShare C743 will hold only 9 or 10 best-quality photos. DCHQ suggests that you purchase at least a 512MB Secure Digital card, capable of holding around 150 7.1 megapixel photos
The C743 also features in-camera touch-ups like red-eye reduction, shot cropping, an ‘alert’ that warns of blurry photos, and the option to undelete photos you’ve accidentally wiped from the memory. The large 7.1 megapixel sensor will capture extremely fine detail in your shots, and also produce high-quality photo prints up to 15×20-inches.
Features
Enjoy easy-to-use sophistication and enhanced performance with the Stylus 730. Get the big picture for shooting, sharing or editing - the extra large 3″ LCD lets you see everything you’ve shot in detail. The 730 features large buttons that illuminate in low light, as well as Digital Image Stabilization (DIS) and Bright Capture Technology for stunning results. Like all Stylus digital cameras, it also offers All-Weather durability so you can shoot with confidence, regardless of the conditions
Olympus Stylus 730 Features:
The Nikon Coolpix L5 is a nice, easy shooter that brings high-powered features to normal users. The 7.2 megapixel sensor alone is enough to make this an appealing point-and-shoot camera, but Nikon throws in an impressive 5x optical zoom as well.
Together, the sensor and lens will allow for highly detailed photos that are guaranteed to satisfy.The L5 also features an innovative form of image stabilization called “Lens-shift Vibration Reduction,” which adjusts the position of the lens to make those 5x zoom images look crisp and clear.
Features
The 7.5 megapixel Lumix DMC-L1 is Panasonic’s first digital SLR The camera uses a Four Thirds lens mount, as seen on Olympus’ digital SLRs. The 7.5 megapixel Live MOS sensor that is used in the L1 has also been seen on the Olympus E-330. Like the Olympus, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1 has a “Live View†mode that allows image preview on the LCD and the Supersonic Wave Filter dust-reduction system. The L1 also ships with a very nice Leica lens (Leica D Vario Elmarit 14-50mm/f2.8-3.5).
The super-sharp Leica lens helps explain why the Lumix’s resolution test scores in our lab place it slightly ahead of the 8.2MP Canon EOS 30D in sharpness and help it achieve an Excellent resolution rating. The low power consumption of the sensor also helps the L1 achieve a CIPA battery life rating of more than 400 shots with its rechargeable Li-ion battery.
The DMC-L1 can offer features such as a full-time Live View function through the large 2.5†high-resolution LCD, which offers a shooting style different from conventional digital SLRs that have only an optical viewfinder. The full-time Live View is made possible by the new Live MOS sensor, developed using Panasonic’s original Maicovicon technology.
Features
7.5-megapixel: The Panasonic Lumix® DMC-L1 digital SLR camera delivers stunning pictures with 7.5-megapixel resolution. You can create brilliant 4″ x 6″ photos or blow images up as large as posters with clarity.
Leica D Vario-Elmarit lens: Made by one of the most respected camera companies in the world, this compact lens combines a comfortably small size with superb image rendering. The included 14-50mm lens is the first Leica lens designed specifically for a digital SLR camera and equipped with optical image stabilization.
2.5″ LCD: Review up to 25 thumbnail images at once and access the menu using the 2.5″ LCD screen.
MEGA optical image stabilizer: Don’t worry about shaky hands—shots are clear with this image stabilization system, even at full zoom.
High-sensitivity mode: This mode helps suppress motion blur by automatically setting the ISO sensitivity to 1600, which increases the shutter speed. It also lets you take clearer, sharper shots in dim lighting without using a flash.
Burst Shooting mode: This camera has a fast response that lets you snap off 6 consecutive shots at 3 frames per second with full resolution. Unlimited consecutive shooting lets you keep on shooting until the SD memory card is full.
Memory: Get the most out of your camera by adding a 1GB or larger MultiMediaCard, SD or SDHC memory card. How much memory do you need? Click here to find out.
PictBridge-enabled: Simply connect the DMC-L1 camera to any PictBridge-enabled printer to print pictures without a computer.
The Sony Cybershot DSC-R1 is a great choice for aspiring pros. The Sony CyberShot DSC-R1 is Sony’s most compact prosumer camera to date. The camera’s sensor provides a live feed for the camera’s electronic viewfinder, which eliminates the need for a mirror box, shrinking the overall size of the body. At just under a thousand dollars, the 10.3 megapixel DSC-R1 is a strong contender in an already competitive market.
Cyber-shot R1 Features:
* APS-class sized 10.3-megapixel CMOS imager
* 5x (24-120mm 35mm equiv.) Carl Zeiss T wide angle zoom lens
* Manual zoom and focus rings on lens barrel
* Fast startup, AF and short shutter lag time
* TTL 5-point autofocus with AF assist lamp
* 5-zone Auto Focus area, auto or manual selection
* File format: RAW and JPEG in Fine or Normal quality
* Three color modes: sRGB, Vivid sRGB or Adobe RGB
2.0″ tilt/swivel top-mounted color LCD monitor
* High-resolution eyelevel TTL color viewfinder
* Program AE w/Shift and four Scene modes
* Shutter speed priority (30 secs. to 1/2000 sec. in 49 steps)
* Aperture priority (f/2.8 to f/16 in 15 steps)
* Full Manual exposure with EV indicator and Bulb to 3 minutes
* Advanced Gradation Control System (AGCS) - Enhances dynamic range, avoids crushed shadow detail and clipped highlights
* Auto Exposure Bracketing with +/- 0.3, 0.7 or 1.0 steps
Multi-pattern, Center-weighted or Spot metering
* Five white balance presets, one-push custom and WB fine tune
* Selectable ISO sensitivity (Auto, 160, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200)
* In-camera saturation, contrast and sharpening
14-bit A/D conversion for wider dynamic range from highlight to shadow
* Adjustable TTL flash with Red Eye reduction
* Hot shoe for high power Sony HVL-F32X external flash
* Memory Stick/MS Pro and CompactFlash Type I/II storage
* Video output for displaying images on TV sets
* USB 2.0 connectivity for fast downloading to PC
* Rechargeable Sony InfoLITHIUM NP-FM50 battery
* Exif 2.2 compatible and direct USB printing via PictBridge
The elegant A710 IS is fully equipped to help busy families capture and hold onto special memories. You’ll get up on the stage and down on the field with a powerful 6x optical zoom, and Canon’s Image Stabilizer Technology will keep your images clear and sharp at every point in the zoom - even in low light. Excellent 7.1 megapixel resolution, easy high-tech operability and a load of creative shooting modes will keep the fun - and great images - coming.
The Canon PowerShot A710 IS couples a 7 megapixel CCD imager sensor with an image stabilized 6x optical zoom lens that offers a 35mm-equivalent focal range of 35 to 210mm — a moderate wide angle to a useful telephoto. With a total range of 6x optical zoom, this is quite a bit more than most compact cameras offer, and the inclusion of a stabilizer should help ensure photos aren’t blurred from camera shake at the telephoto end of the zoom. Maximum apertures vary from f/2.8 to f/4.8 across the zoom range. The A710’s sensor yields an ISO range equivalent to 80 to 800, while shutter speeds from 1/2000 to 15 seconds are possible.
Canon PowerShot A710 Features
* 7.1 Megapixels
* 6x optical zoom with optical Image Stabilizer
(35-210mm equiv.)
* DIGIC II, iSAPS, 9-Point AiAF, FlexiZone AF/AE
* Digital Tele-Converter and Safety Zoom
* 2.5†LCD with wide viewing angle and real-image
optical viewfinder
* 20 shooting modes
The new Olympus SP-510 Ultra Zoom offers the ultimate value in its class with the highest image resolution of any 10x digital camera on the market, an Olympus ED Zoom Lens, a large 2.5-inch LCD and extra-long battery life (up to 630 shots from standard alkaline batteries). Designed to satisfy the needs of beginners and advanced users alike, this highly versatile camera provides incredible point-and-shoot functionality (including 21 preset Scene Modes) as well as professional features like full manual controls, ISO 4000 and RAW shooting.
“The Olympus SP-510 UZ is one of the best combinations of features, performance and price of any digital camera,” said Michael Barnett, product manager, Olympus Imaging America Inc. “This versatile camera does more than simply bring subjects closer than traditional compact cameras, it offers an easy-to-use, yet sophisticated, set of features that users can start with and stay with as their skills continue to develop.”
Features and Benefits:
• Get close - real close - with 10x optical zoom and a total of 50x zoom.
• Shoot and print in rich detail with 7.1 megapixels.
• Fast moving subjects are no problem with Digital Image Stabilization.
• Low light? You’ve got no worries with Olympus’ exclusive Bright Capture Technology.
• With an ISO as high as 4000, the SP 510 UZ offers high sensitivity so you can capture fast action shots in low light.
• Frame and share your shots on the big 2.5″ LCD screen, or use the electronic viewfinder.
• An extra long battery life means up to 630 shots from standard AA alkaline batteries.
• Get creative with a choice of manual control, or fire away in the full automatic setting.
• Enjoy 28 shooting modes, including TV-quality video with sound.
• Get instant photography tips with the Built-in Help Guide.
• Fix red-eye, crop and more with In-camera editing. Use the new Lighting Fix feature to correct the underexposed areas in your images.
• Threaded lens barrel for attaching conversion lenses - wide-angle or telephoto.
• The ergonomic grip helps the camera fit perfectly and function easily in your hand.
• Shoot faster and get more true-to-life photos with the TruePic TURBO Image Processor.
The Canon PowerShot G7 has 10 megapixels on its 1/1.8-inch CCD, up from the G6’s 7.1 megapixel resolution. The G7’s image sensor has iSAPS technology and is paired with a freshly updated Digic III image processor. The new processor comes with face recognition and noise reduction technology, allowing the camera to track up to nine faces at a time and offer manual ISO sensitivities of 80-1600. Canon’s proprietary Digic processor was released on digital cameras in 2002 and is now on its third generation four years later. The new processor not only adds trendy technology, but continues to raise the bar on standard processes such as speed and efficiency. The G7 starts up and takes its first shot in about 1.5 seconds, which still isn’t as fast as a DSLR but is better than most compact cameras’ times. Its burst shoots 2 frames per second for 6-8 shots, which is decent for a 10-megapixel model. The processor doesn’t seem to have lost any of its accuracy when it comes to colors. The Canon G7, which uses sRGB color space, appears to have great colors. When the images were magnified in the playback mode, noise was hardly evident which is a good sign. Pictures looked sharp and crisp too. Part of that is because of the Canon 6x lens that has an SR coating to reduce chromatic aberrations and ghosting. This coating isn’t included on any other Canon products yet except for their top-of-the-line professional-grade camcorder
Canon PowerShot G7 Features
* 10.0 Megapixels
* 6x optical zoom lens with optical Image Stabilizer and SR coating
* DIGIC III and iSAPS with Advanced Noise Reduction and Face Detection AF/AE
* 2.5†high-resolution LCD with wide viewing angle and anti-glare coating
* ISO 1600 for flash-free, low light shooting
* Ergonomic design with dedicated ISO and Multi Control dials for fast, easy operation
* 25 shooting modes including full manual control and 2 custom settings
* Extra telephoto reach with Digital Tele-Converter and Safety Zoom
* Hot shoe support for Canon Speedlite flashes and optional lens accessories
The DC500 Underwater Digital Camera is an exceptional addition to Sealife. As it boasts power, with techincal excellence. With the DC500 you have no excuse of missing a great shot ever again.The DC500 is all combined Land and Sea water sport dive camera, which gives you more control and power in any situation.
The allegedly innovative Sea Life DC500 is a lightweight underwater camera good to depths of 200ft. Time Magazine has named the Sea Life DC500 one of its “most innovative inventions of 2005,” but we can’t see what all the fuss is about. While the DC500 has reduced the bulkiness and awkwardness of traditional underwater cameras, it doesn’t seem like a tremendous leap forward for underwater photography. Its 5 megapixel sensor and 3x optical zoom are decent enough, but this camera seems more the product of clever marketing than real innovation.
Features:
* 12x Zoom (3 x Optical / 4 x Digital)
* 2.0†Colour LTPS Screen
* Quickshot Mode with No Shutter Delay
* 30 frames per second. MPEG 4 video mode with sound
* USB 2.0
* Pictbridge
* 16mb built in memory (SD Card Compatible)
* Lithium Rechargeable Battery