Olympus Stylus 770 SW reviewed

This point-and-shoot camera's rugged body, which is sealed against the elements and capable of withstanding rough handling, is otherwise fairly standard for its class. But the fact that the Olympus 770 SW is water/freeze/ crush/shock-proof makes it stand out...

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Posted by Staff on 30 May 2007

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W200 reviewed

In a camera with a really good low-dispersion lens, limited image compression, and really great noise suppression algorithms, the 12-megapixel sensor could possibly yield some excellent photos. The W200 is not that camera. If you derive emotional sustenance from...

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Posted by Staff on 30 May 2007

Fujifilm F40fd reviewed

The 8.3-megapixel Fujifilm FinePix F40fd has more resolution than its F-series siblings and proved through performance tests that its new 1/1.6-inch image sensor is worthy of the hype; it kept noise to a minimum and resolution to a maximum....

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Posted by Staff on 30 May 2007

12MP Casio Exilim Zoom EX-Z1200 reviewed

Casio, like Panasonic earlier today, just pumped out their own 12.1 megapixel shooter, the Exilim Zoom EX-Z1200. A 1/1.7-inch CCD and 3x zoom lens will be responsible for collecting the photons while the Exilim Engine 2.0 processing attempts to...

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Posted by Staff on 29 May 2007

Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ3 reviewed

We like:Wide, powerful lens with little distortion; quick performanceWe don't like:No manual exposure controls; tiny buttons; no stop-motion movie modeCNET.co.uk judgement:Though it leaves out one fun little shooting mode, the Panasonic DMC-TZ3 improves upon its predecessor in nearly every...

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Posted by Staff on 29 May 2007

Canon PowerShot A570 IS reviewed

The image quality of the Canon PowerShot A570 IS camera is great. The colours are saturated and appear natural. The saturation is a bit strong for my taste, but that is a personal preference. The Canon PowerShot A570 IS...

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Posted by Staff on 29 May 2007

Nikon CoolPix P5000 reviewed

The Nikon CoolPix P5000 isn’t the top-drawer semi-pro compact that many were hoping for, but it is a well-made and well-specified camera suitable for more experienced photographers. Its lack of performance and slow AF system are handicaps, but comfortable...

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Posted by Staff on 29 May 2007

Sony DSC-W100 reviewed

The Sony DSC-W100 takes up where the W50 left off, offering an increase in resolution to 8.1 megapixels, while retaining all the other technical specifications and characteristics of its predecessor, such as the Carl Zeiss 3X optical zoom and...

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Posted by Staff on 12 March 2007

Leica C-Lux 2 updated to 7MP

The C-Lux 2 has a Leica DC Vario-Elmarit f/2.8–5.6/4.6–16.4 mm lens (28–100 mm in 35 mm). It consists of 7 elements in 6 groups - quite impressive for such a compact camera - and it has optical image stabilization......

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Posted by Staff on 12 March 2007

Canon Digital IXUS 65 reviewed

The Canon IXUS 65 is a potentially lovely little camera which could have been one of the best pocket compacts on the market, with great build quality, stunning performance, attractive but functional styling and good value for money, but...

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Posted by Staff on 27 December 2006

Canon PowerShot SD900 Digital ELPH preview

Canon's Digital ELPH series is designed for the person who doesn't want to worry about shutter speeds and apertures to get good pictures. If Auto mode doesn't do the trick the Programmed Auto (M) accesses options like White Balance,...

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Posted by Staff on 2 December 2006

Canon PowerShot A710 IS reviewed

At first, it doesn't look very different to its predecessor. However, the Canon PowerShot A710 IS really is an improvement and a much more complete camera. You could say that, with the Canon PowerShot A710 IS, the A series...

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Posted by Staff on 2 December 2006

Olympus Mju 725 SW waterproof compact

For those who like to take part in active sports and other lively pursuits, life can sometimes get pretty tough. That’s why it’s good to know that Olympus caters specifically for people with active lifestyles that accept no limits....

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Posted by Staff on 24 August 2006

Canon Digital IXUS 800 IS reviewed

Easy to use, reliable, fast in operation – and delivering pictures that, for the most part, require little if any post processing – the Canon Digital IXUS 800 IS suggests itself as one of the better (perhaps even one...

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Posted by Staff on 20 August 2006

Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ1 full review

Sporting an equivalent range of 35-350mm, the TZ1 combines the lens power and flexibility of much larger super-zoom cameras with the convenience of a relatively pocketable form factor. It also features Panasonic’s Optical Image Stabiliser to ensure camera shake...

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Posted by Staff on 20 August 2006

Samsung Digimax L70 launched

Samsung unveils the new 7 Megapixel Digimax L70 digital camera, one step up from the 6 Mp L60. The design of the new Digimax L70 is different from the other cameras in Samsung's premium line and matches the style...

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Posted by Staff on 20 August 2006

Kodak Easyshare V570 reviewed

The Kodak Easyshare V570 is a pocket sized digital camera. Where it differs from other digital cameras of this type is that it has a longer 5x optical zoom lens. A further advantage of this camera is that the...

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Posted by Staff on 20 August 2006

Fujifilm Finepix F30 reviewed

This camera seems designed for the photographer who wants a lot of big-camera functions and performance in a small package. The Fujifilm Finepix F30 caters to this market with such functions as custom white balance, an Aperture or Shutter...

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Posted by Staff on 20 August 2006

Olympus Stylus 720 SW reviewed

As with the rest of the Stylus line, the Olympus 720 SW design is based around a weatherproof body that ensures wherever you go, your camera will go right along with you, unhindered by rain, sleet, or snow that...

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Posted by Staff on 20 July 2006

Casio Exilim EX-Z1000 reviewed

Despite, and not because of, the megapixel willy-waving, the EX-Z1000 is a superb camera. It possesses first class build quality, brisk performance, outstanding image quality and an innovative and easy-to-use control system that makes it ideal for a first-time...

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Posted by Staff on 20 July 2006

FujiFilm FinePix Z2 reviewed

The stylish design and the combination of Real Photo Technology with the 5 Megapixel resolution make for interesting specifications. Fujifilm has understood that there is more than just having a good eye for an interesting design and that features...

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Posted by Staff on 20 July 2006

Olympus SP-320 reviewed

Weighing just more than eight ounces with two AA batteries and an xD-Picture card installed, the Olympus SP-310/320 is too bulky to call a pocket camera, but it doesn't take up much room in a purse, and it'll ride...

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Posted by Staff on 20 July 2006

Nikon Coolpix S6 Wi-Fi reviewed

The Nikon Coolpix S6 is compact and stylish in its metallic silver or black body with chrome accents and S-curve "Wave Design." It is one of the few digital cameras that features built-in Wi-Fi technology for transfer of images...

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Posted by Staff on 20 July 2006

Olympus FE-115 reviewed

When looking at my test shots it is important to take into account the price level of the FE-115. This is after all one of the cheapest digital cameras you can buy from a well known brand. The results...

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Posted by Staff on 20 July 2006

Nikon Coolpix S6 Review

The Nikon Coolpix S6 has a 6.2 megapixel, 1/2.5 inch CCD that delivers 6.0 effective megapixels. There are a range of image sizes (High (2816 x 2112*), Normal (2816 x 2112), Normal (2048 x 1536), PC (1024 x 768),...

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Posted by Staff on 5 July 2006

Pentax Optio A10 in-depth review

The Optio A10 is an ultra-compact camera with an 8 Megapixel CCD and 3X optical zoom lens. The body is made mostly of metal, and it feels very solid for the most part. Weak spots include the usual flimsy...

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Posted by Staff on 5 July 2006

Olympus MJU 810 reviewed

On the whole the Olympus MJU 810 offers good picture quality. Weatherproof digital cameras are few and far between so this one is clearly an option if this appeals to you. With digital image stabilisation and help text to...

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Posted by Staff on 5 July 2006

Canon PowerShot SD700 IS Digital ELPH reviewed

This camera is targeted to Point-and-Shoot photographers with 6.0MP resolution (which is more than plenty for producing very large prints), and a 4x optical zoom (where most of its competitors stop at 3x). AUTO and 9 Scene Modes (plus...

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Posted by Staff on 5 July 2006

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W100 reviewed

Introduced in February, the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W100 is the new flagship of the W-series point-and-shoot camera line. This compact digital camera keeps traditional elements, such as an optical viewfinder, and merges them with more modern assets, like a 2.5-inch...

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Posted by Staff on 5 July 2006

Polaroid i1032 joins 10 megapixel club

Polaroid has launched the Polaroid i1032, a new compact 10 Megapixel digital camera. The camera comes with 3 x optical zoom, a 2.4" LCD monitor, 32MB internal memory and support SD Memory cards for external storage. Unlike the new...

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Posted by Staff on 5 July 2006

Casio Exilim EX-Z1000 review

Ergonomically, the EX-Z1000 is a great camera. The controls are well laid-out plus the camera is quick and responsive. Unfortunately I am less impressed with the images produced by this camera, especially as the 10 megapixel resolution is one...

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Posted by Staff on 5 July 2006

Kodak's EasyShare V610 10x ultra-zoom reviewed

The EasyShare V610 is Kodak's ultra-zoom followup to their world's first, dual-lens digital cam, the V570. Unfortunately, just like its wide-angle bro, the V610 is getting a mixed reaction from reviewers. DCRP got their hands on the V610 and...

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Posted by Staff on 5 July 2006

Samsung NV10 - 10 megapixel compact

The Samsung 10 Megapixel camera, joins the NV Series of digital still cameras featuring unique, slim designs with sleek bodies in brushed black, stainless steel and a trademark Samsung blue ring located around the lens of each model. This...

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Posted by Staff on 5 July 2006

Canon PowerShot SD700 IS reviewed

Along with its low-light potential, the SD700 IS has several deluxe features that suit its Digital ELPH flagship status. In a relatively slim body, the camera has a 4x optical (35mm-140mm in 35mm equivalent) extending zoom lens that's fast...

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Posted by Staff on 5 July 2006

Samsung Digimax S600 reviewed

Still, we were happy to see a full manual exposure mode. Not many point-and-shoot cameras let you select both aperture and shutter speed. Strangely, the S600 doesn't offer shutter- or aperture-priority modes, though it does include program and full...

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Posted by Staff on 5 July 2006

Canon Digital IXUS 800 IS debuts

The IXUS 800 IS features a 4x optical zoom and the optical Image Stabilizer (IS) technology that can be found in Canon's professional EF lenses, reducing movement blurs when taking photos. Via UberGizmo...

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Posted by Staff on 14 June 2006

Samsung Digimax A503 reviewed

The Samsung A503 is equipped with a 1/2.5 inch CCD image sensor that gives you 5 Megapixels in resolution. This small model also has a 2 inch color LCD display. It does not have an optical viewfinder but you can...

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Posted by Staff on 12 June 2006

Polaroid PDC 5080 reviewed

None of these specs meant much when I ran the camera through our usual tests. The resolution on the PDC 5080 averaged an awful 725 lines, far below the acceptable range for a 5.1MP camera, 1,200 to 1,500 lines. The...

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Posted by Staff on 5 June 2006

Canon PowerShot SD700 IS reviewed

Canon's SD700 IS was enjoyable and easy. In the picture quality area there is nothing to complain about because the SDF630 delivers outstanding photos with vivid color. It's fast to turn on, power up and recycle time between shots seemed...

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Posted by Staff on 5 June 2006

Olympus µ720 SW reviewed

The Olympus µ720 SW's combination of resolution and waterproof durability are, to date, unparalleled for a camera of this size and class. For adventurous types, those benefits will probably outweigh issues with usability and middling indoor image quality. Via C|Net...

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Posted by Staff on 5 June 2006

Canon IXUS 800 IS reviewed

The Canon IXUS 800 IS gives you plenty of confidence when it comes to taking a picture. It handles most situations very well. The build quality is excellent too and I also like the design and style. They say you...

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Posted by Staff on 5 June 2006

Samsung Digimax i6 reviewed

Announced on the 1st of January 2006, the Samsung Digimax i6 is the "world's first" PMP (Portable Media Player) digital camera - the camera will play Xvid MPEG4 videos on it's 2.5" screen. The camera also features MP3 playback....

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Posted by Staff on 5 June 2006

HP R967 introduced - 10 megapixel compact

The HP R967 compact digital camera features HP Design Gallery, a creative feature that enables consumers to quickly and easily add creative effects and borders to their photos right on the camera. With HP Design Gallery, consumers can choose up...

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Posted by Staff on 5 June 2006

Olympus FE-140 reviewed

The good: Extremely simple; handy features for newbies.The bad: No manual controls; mediocre image quality.The bottom line: The Olympus FE-140 is a fine selection if you don't want to make decisions, but it doesn't offer many choices either. Via C|Net...

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Posted by Staff on 5 June 2006

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W100 reviewed

Sony's Cyber-shot "W" series updates the already popular Cyber-shot line with mid-size, yet compact body built for travel, and the W100 model dominates the top of the line with an 8.1-megapixel CCD. A 3x zoom lens, generous 2.5-inch color LCD...

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Posted by Staff on 5 June 2006

Fujifilm FinePix Z3 reviewed

The Z3 defines itself as a lightweight, super-compact camera that still has the ability to catch great pictures. It sports an array of nice features, like i-Flash, which automatically corrects the exposure to create more natural looking backgrounds. The camera...

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Posted by Staff on 30 May 2006

Olympus Mju 700 (aka Stylus 700) reviewed

The Olympus Mju 700 digital camera is available in various colours; silver, orange, black and blue. The camera I used in the trial was orange. The weatherproof body comes in useful in countries where rain is the rule rather than...

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Posted by Staff on 30 May 2006

Polaroid i1032 - 10 megapixel compact

We're not sure who cares about digital zoom, but apart from that DC Views has posted a positive review of this new compact shooter. Polaroid has launched the Polaroid i1032, a new compact 10 Megapixel digital camera. The camera comes...

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Posted by Staff on 30 May 2006

Sony Cybershot DSC-W70 reviewed

As you probably recall, the W70 sports a 3x optical zoom and 2.5-inch display, along with 54MB of internal memory and a 300-plus-shot battery in a case barely bigger than a deck of cards, yet according to DCR, still manages...

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Posted by Staff on 21 May 2006

Fujifilm FinePix A500 review - verdict: rubbish

This solidly built, 6.5-ounce, 1.1-inch-thick camera's attractive finish looks good, though the company cut some corners. Some may be disappointed with design weaknesses such as the lack of a rubber cover for the A/V, USB, and DC ports. The A500...

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Posted by Staff on 21 May 2006

Olympus MJU 700 reviewed

The Olympus MJU 700 is a seven megapixel digital camera with a three times optical zoom lens. One way that it differs from the vast majority of digital cameras is that the MJU 700 is weatherproof. This means you should...

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Posted by Staff on 21 May 2006

Nikon Coolpix L2 reviewed

The Nikon Coolpix L2 is targeted to entry-level photographers desiring automated operations in an ultra-compact, simple-to-use and affordable digital camera. Nikon's unique D-Lighting and Best Shot Selector help the beginner get the shot in less than ideal situations. Recommended for...

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Posted by Staff on 21 May 2006

Casio Exlim EX-Z1000 reviewed

The Casio EX-Z1000 is the first in the series to incorporate a large 2.8 inch, Wide and Bright LCD display. Casio makes the most of this extra screen space to offer great new functions like simultaneous viewing of a wide...

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Posted by Staff on 21 May 2006

Nikon Coolpix S5 reviewed

Despite some rather obvious shortcomings such as the tiny controls and reflective LCD screen coupled to the average lens quality, the Nikon S5 would still make a nice addition to the family’s photographic gear as an elegant ladies' camera, to...

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Posted by Staff on 9 May 2006

Fujifilm Finepix F11 reviewed

Since the F11 has the same optics, CCD and image processing system as the F10 it’s no surprise that its image quality is identical, which is to say very good indeed. Exposure, focusing and colour reproduction are all first class,...

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Posted by Staff on 2 May 2006

Canon Powershot A620 reviewed

In addition to the 7 Megapixels and the DIGIC II processor, the Canon PowerShot A620 is equipped with a 4x optical zoom lens (focal range of 35 - 140 mm in a 35mm camera). With this range, you can shoot...

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Posted by Staff on 2 May 2006

Casio Exilim EX-S600 in-depth review

Casio's Exilim EX-S600 is the 2006 upgrade of the very popular EX-S500 from last year. This stylish and compact model is almost identical to its predecessor, with only one major improvement; resolution is boosted to 6-megapixels. It features a wealth...

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Posted by Staff on 2 May 2006

Casio Exilim Zoom EX-Z60 reviewed

Casio's Exilim compacts are quietly building a big fan base with those that know of them and word of mouth, offering stylish, simple to use and compact cameras at good prices. The Z60 retails for a penny under £200, but...

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Posted by Staff on 2 May 2006

Canon PowerShot A700 reviewed

The PowerShot A700 model features six-megapixel resolution together with a retractable 6x 35-210mm optical zoom lens (35mm equivalent). The A700 model incorporates 22 shooting modes from fully automatic to fully manual to achieve optimum results for any photographic application. The...

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Posted by Staff on 2 May 2006

Canon PowerShot SD630 reviewed

It’s designed for the point-and-shoot crowd or someone who just wants a shade more options in their photographic arsenal. Anyone who wants to adjust the aperture or shutter speed should look elsewhere. Although a solid camera I did find myself...

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Posted by Staff on 2 May 2006

Ricoh R4 now in blue

Yeah, we know, we know, we're not into covering colorized model re-releases. And we're by no means letting Ricoh off the hook for simply re-releasing their R4 in another color -- ahem, Mystic Blue -- a few months down the...

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Posted by Staff on 2 May 2006

Canon Powershot A700 reviewed

The 6.0-megapixel PowerShot A700 from Canon is the flagship model of the A series, and that honor places even more burden on its shoulders to perform. Canon have included the DIGIC II image processor that enhances picture definition and vibrancy...

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Posted by Staff on 2 May 2006

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ5 reviewed

Image quality in good light is the Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ5's strength. Well-lit shots have a very pleasing look, with natural, accurate colour rendition and very few JPEG-compression artefacts. While the camera tends to underexpose sometimes and burn out highlights other...

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Posted by Staff on 29 April 2006

Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ1 reviewed

The Panasonic DMC-TZ1 is currently the smallest digital camera in the world with a 10x digital zoom lens. Thanks to some very clever folded optics technology, the Panasonic TZ1 allows you to carry a camera with the focal length of...

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Posted by Staff on 29 April 2006

Canon PowerShot SD630 reviewed

Taking pictures with the Canon SD630 was enjoyable and easy. In the picture quality area there is nothing to complain about because the SDF630 delivers snappy photos with vivid color that seem to jump right off the monitor. It's fast...

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Posted by Staff on 29 April 2006

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W30 reviewed

The W30, a fairly fresh release from Sony’s redesigned point-and-shoot series, packs 6 megapixels in a housing that is flat, thin, and almost trendy. Its design merges the film camera-inspired optical viewfinder with digital technology like the 2-inch LCD screen,...

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Posted by Staff on 29 April 2006

Canon PowerShot SD430 Digital ELPH reviewed

The Canon PowerShot SD430 is an impressive little camera, with super build quality, great image quality, and the flexibility to bring back good-looking pictures from a wide range of shooting situations. And when you get back, you can wirelessly transfer...

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Posted by Staff on 29 April 2006

Kodak Easyshare V570 reviewed

The dual lens system looks like a gimmick, as though Kodak is straining to create some distinguishing feature for the camera. In fact it works well. For anyone planning a trip that will take in the cramped cities of Europe...

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Posted by Staff on 29 April 2006

Casio Exilim EX-S600 reviewed

The Casio Exilim EX-S600 is a very nice camera with a lot of great features. You’ll be sure to get great results and extremely good pictures from your photo excursions, but be careful when comparing it to other cameras around...

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Posted by Staff on 11 April 2006

Samsung Digimax i6 camera with PMP features

Combining a compact 6 megapixel camera with admittedly rudimentary media player abilities is, in retrospect, a blindingly obvious move. But isn't that always the way with great ideas? Whatever the origins might be, we love it and predict a wave...

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Posted by Staff on 4 April 2006

Nikon Coolpix P4 reviewed

The Nikon Coolpix P4 may not be the smallest, lightest or even most stylish compact digital camera available, but it makes up for this with by being packed with features and producing excellent quality images. The VR system is effective,...

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Posted by Staff on 4 April 2006

Sony DSC-W50 Cyber-shot reviewed

The Cyber-shot DSC-W50 is a decently priced 6 megapixel shooter from Sony with claims to higher light sensitivity and not a lot else to brag about, at least on paper. DCRP has put the camera through its paces, and they...

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Posted by Staff on 4 April 2006

Olympus SP-700 compact reviewed

The Olympus SP-700 is a very small and compact camera, and yet is equipped with a 3-inch LCD monitor. Regrettably, this leaves precious little space for controls and those that are there are a bit buried between the chromed edge...

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Posted by Staff on 4 April 2006

Kodak EasyShare V570 reviewed

A cool feature of the docking station is the Slide Show button: press the Slide Show button on the docking station, and your camera becomes a hands-free display unit running a slide show of your pictures (10 sec. interval). The...

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Posted by Staff on 4 April 2006

Nikon P3 WiFi compact reviewed

It's not been long since Nikon announced their latest volley of (WiFi enabled) digital cameras, and we've been pretty curious to find out how the P3 in particular stack up to the competition. Digital Camera Review snagged one of those...

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Posted by Staff on 3 April 2006

Leica C-LUX 1 6MP compact

For a no-frills camera designed simply for snapping photos, the Leica C-LUX 1 is perfect. This six-megapixel camera sports a bright, high resolution 2.5-inch LCD display to showcase your best shots. Via TechEBlog...

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Posted by Staff on 3 April 2006

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX9 reviewed

Panasonic is somewhat unique in this area, offering stabilization on camera models that offer as little as 3x optical zoom, where other manufacturers until recently have restricted the feature to their long-zoom cameras. While stabilization on a 3x zoom camera...

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Posted by Staff on 29 March 2006

Casio Exilim EX-S600 reviewed

At just over 0.6-inch thick, Casio's Exilim EX-S600 is one of the thinnest cameras I've seen--it's small enough to slip into a shirt or pants pocket without causing any unsightly bulges. The model costs $350 (as of 2/6/06) and is...

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Posted by Staff on 29 March 2006

iQRIO CamP3 gimmick spinner

This is iQRIO's CamP3. If you look at it closely, it has exactly the same casing, buttons (photo, video), LED and power plug layout as the Sony DSC-M1 (probably the same OEM). It also offers the same functions as...

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Posted by Staff on 26 March 2006

BenQ reveals new ultra-slim X610, E520+, E600, P500, C530, C630

BenQ today unveiled six new additions to its digital camera Classic, Elegance, Luxury and Performance lineup: the X610, E520+, E600 and P500, C530 and C630. The highlight of all six models is the X610, the world's slimmest 6-megapixel 3” LCD...

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Posted by Staff on 26 March 2006

Olympus MJU 600 reviewed

Every now and again I come across a digital camera that I just cannot get along with. Sadly the MJU 600 falls into that category. The first model I had was shipped back to Olympus for repair three times. On...

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Posted by Staff on 26 March 2006

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-M2 reviewed

The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-M2 is a jack of all trades and a master of some. Thanks to good image quality and a big, bright LCD that's usable in sunlight, this is a surprisingly good 5-megapixel snapshooter -- assuming you're willing...

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Posted by Staff on 26 March 2006

Casio Exilim EX-S600 reviewed

The good: Ultracompact design; a huge selection of scene modes; excellent movie capabilities.The bad: Mediocre photo quality; no true burst mode; poor LCD visibility in bright light.The bottom line: Though it's a stylish, easy-to-use ultracompact with good movie-capture capabilities, mediocre...

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Posted by Staff on 26 March 2006

Kodak Easyshare V550 reviewed

Starting with the outdoor scenic shots this is an area where the camera performed well. I particularly like the colours. They have a lively, vibrant feel to them. Focusing is up to scratch without being razor sharp. As is so...

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Posted by Staff on 26 March 2006

Sony Cyber-shot DCS-S600 reviewed

With its compact, pocket-friendly size and straightforward interface, the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S600 is well-suited for beginners or anyone who doesn't want to fuss around with camera controls too much. Essentially a point-and-shoot digital camera, the S600 does offer a handful...

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Posted by Staff on 26 March 2006

Nikon Coolpix P3 VR Wi-Fi reviewed

The Nikon Coolpix P3 is quite a camera, with a very effective Vibration Reduction (VR) technology (Nikon speak for Image Stabilization) and no-hassle Wi-Fi wireless transfer of your images from camera to PC. Though it does not offer total exposure...

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Posted by Staff on 26 March 2006

Canon IXUS Wireless compact

Unusually for a modern compact camera, the IXUS Wireless has a comparatively small 2in LCD monitor and a good quality optical viewfinder. This is very useful for saving battery power, since you can turn the monitor screen off and take...

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Posted by Staff on 26 March 2006

Fujifilm FinePix F30 announced

The 6.3MP FinePix F30 Zoom with 2.5-inch LCD and 10MB internal memory is designed to get results in light conditions that other cameras hate, delivering crisp images even at night-time, or with fast-moving subjects. The F30 Zoom is the world's...

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Posted by Staff on 22 March 2006

BenQ DC E600 6 megapixel compact - world's slimmest

BenQ has been shouting about its new DC E600 camera, a 6 megapixel beauty that measures up slimmer than an anorexic giraffe. In fact, BenQ claim that it’s the slimmest 6 megapixel snapper in the world. Via T3...

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Posted by Staff on 10 March 2006

Minox DC 6011 ultracompact announced

The Minox DC 6011 offers six megapixel resolution coupled to a MINOCTAR-branded 3x optical zoom lens. Other features include power from a proprietary Lithium Ion rechargeable battery (which is charged in-camera via a bundled camera docking station), as well as...

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Posted by Staff on 10 March 2006

Canon Powershot A610 review

The Canon PowerShot A610 left behind a truly positive impression. The camera does keep its promises and is a worthy successor of the previous Canon A-series of digital cameras. Canon is a successful brand in the digital camera market; they...

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Posted by Staff on 10 March 2006

Casio Exilim EX-Z600 preview

The Casio EX-Z600 was released this week at PMA and promises to add a strong competitor in the crowded 6 MP market. This digital camera features a 2.7-inch, 153,600 pixel Super Bright LCD screen, a handful of manual controls including...

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Posted by Staff on 10 March 2006

Pentax Digimax L85 announced

The new Digimax L85, the latest addition to Samsung's Prestige line of digital cameras, is the world's first digital still camera to feature High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI). This revolutionary new feature allows L85 users to share their photos on...

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Posted by Staff on 2 March 2006

Vivitar ViviCam 8600s launched

Vivitar launched the new Vivitar ViviCam 8600s camera. Loaded with technology, the slim Vivitar 8600s camera slips easily into your pocket or purse, ready to shoot great photographs or videos. The Vivitar ViviCam 8600s digital compact camera shoots 8.1 Megapixel...

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Posted by Staff on 2 March 2006

Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ1 introduced

The new 5-megapixel DMC-TZ1 incorporates the powerful 10x optical zoom LEICA DC VARIO-ELMARIT lens (F2.8) into a 112 × 58.1 × 40.2 mm compact body. The Extra Optical Zoom (EX) function can extend the zoom ratio up to 12.5x in...

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Posted by Staff on 2 March 2006

Fujifilm FinePix A600

Fujifilm has announced the debut of a new entry-level compact digital camera in the popular FinePix “A” series, which allows users to take high quality pictures easily. The FinePix A600 features a 6.3-megapixel version of the high-performance Fujifilm Super CCD...

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Posted by Staff on 2 March 2006

Sony Cybershot DSC-W70

The Sony Cybershot DSC-W70 is a 7 megapixel digital camera with a 3x Optical Zoom lens and a 2.5 inch LCD screen. It features 58 megabytes of internal memory as well as Memory Stick Duo. Expect to see the Sony...

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Posted by Staff on 28 February 2006

Samsung Digimax L60 announced at PMA

The new Samsung Digimax L60 is a part of Samsung's lineup at PMA 2006. The 6MP L60 features a 2.4-inch color LCD display, 3x optical zoom SHD lens and a 5x digital zoom. The L60 boasts of a great ergonomic...

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Posted by Staff on 28 February 2006

Pentax Optio touchscreen compacts

Pentax has announced 3 new additions to its Optio range in the form of the T10, M10 and W10 digital cameras.The 6MP T10 with 3x optical zoom features a very generous 3-inch high-definition LCD monitor for easy viewing and a...

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Posted by Staff on 22 February 2006

Olympus Stylus 810 announced

Blurred images may be a thing of the past thanks to the new Stylus 810 digital camera featuring Digital Image Stabilization, a technology that allows you to take crisp clear pictures and to retouch blurred pictures at the touch of...

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Posted by Staff on 22 February 2006

Minox DC5011, DC6011 compacts announced

Minox is rolling out two fairly basic digicams, the 5-megapixel DC5011 and the 6-megapixel DC6011. Both cameras have all the now-standard features: 2.5-inch LCD, 3x zoom and a movie mode. Pricing hasn't been announced, but we somehow don't expect these...

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Posted by Staff on 22 February 2006

BenQ announces the DC E600

BenQ announces the new DC E600 digital camera, featuring a unique 2D-Rotating Lens-Eye and the camera's PF mode, for Panoramic Focus also supports you to get excellent results. A 2.5 inch high resolution LCD screen and VGA movie recording at...

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Posted by Staff on 22 February 2006

Nikon Coolpix S4 reviewed

The Nikon Coolpix S4 is a six megapixel digital camera with a 10x optical zoom lens. The feature that makes the Coolpix S4 different to almost all other digital cameras is its twisting lens. The lens can be swiveled 270...

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Posted by Staff on 22 February 2006

Nikon Coolpix P3 and P4 announced

The COOLPIX P3 and P4 feature a 1/1.8-inch CCD. And because they offer 8.1 effective megapixels of image resolution, both cameras deliver outstanding imaging power that's not only enough to show beautiful skin texture and capture the myriad colors of...

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Posted by Staff on 22 February 2006

Canon Powershot A700 announced

The Canon PowerShot A700 adds an array of advanced, enhanced, yet easy-to-use features into a compact and eminently affordable package. The new Canon A700 camera model expands upon Canon’s success as A-series models have captured the number one digital camera...

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Posted by Staff on 22 February 2006

Canon Digital IXUS 800 IS announced

Another one of Canon's many announcements today, the IXUS 800 IS (known as the Powershot Digital Elph SD700 elsewhere) is a 6 megapixel version of Canon's bestselling IXUS line. The slimline compact features a 4x optical zoom with, for the...

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Posted by Staff on 22 February 2006

Canon SD630 unveiled

With compact dimensions of just 3.5 x 2.2 x 0.8", the SD630 features the attractive styling that is a hallmark of the series, along with a spacious 3.0-inch LCD display but forgoes any form of optical viewfinder. The 3x optical...

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Posted by Staff on 22 February 2006

Olympus FE-120 review

The Olympus FE-120 is an entry level digital camera. It has six megapixels and a 3x optical zoom lens. Although the FE-120 has all the features you need to use it as a standard point and shoot model it is...

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Posted by Staff on 22 February 2006

Kodak Easyshare V603 announced

Building upon the tremendous success of its award-winning line of KODAK EASYSHARE V-series digital cameras, Kodak debuts the V603, a compact camera that is the perfect mixture of style, performance and simplicity that can slide into almost any pocket. The...

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Posted by Staff on 22 February 2006

Casio Exilim EX-Z850 8.1 megapixel compact announced

The Casio Exilim EX-Z850 features a 2.5 inch screen with 1200cd/m2 brightness, 3x optical zoom lens, a flash that reaches 12.1m in darkness, anti-shake DSP and a battery life of 440 shots after the CIPA standard. Casio made the new...

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Posted by Staff on 22 February 2006

Pentax Optio WPi reviewed

The Pentax Optio WPi is the only fully waterproof 6MP compact on the market, and it is ideal for any sort of outdoor activity short of serious SCUBA diving. It is also an ideal social camera for its sheer indestructibility...

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Posted by Staff on 14 February 2006

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX1

The Lumix DMC-LX1, launched toward the end of last summer, is a high-end zoom compact which is aimed squarely at the field dominated by the Canon S series. It features a superb 4x optical zoom Leica DC Vario-Elmarit lens equivalent...

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Posted by Staff on 14 February 2006

Sony's new compact W30 and W50

The Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W30 and DSC-W50 are closely related, with a feature set differentiated by LCD display size. The metal-bodied, 23mm-thick cameras both feature an effective resolution of six megapixels courtesy of a 1/2.5" CCD imager, coupled with a Carl...

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Posted by Staff on 14 February 2006

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-M2 reviewed

The DSC-M2 is a uniquely styled camera that is a mix of camera, camcorder, and cell phone. The body is made of a mix of metal and plastic, and it feels quite solid. The body is actually two parts, with...

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Posted by Staff on 11 February 2006

Samsung Digimax L85 announced

Samsung introduces a 8.1 Megapixel digital camera with a 5x optical SHD lens to strengthen its digital success in the popular 8.1 Megapixel digital camera sector. The Samsung L85, introduced by Samsung, is a portable compact digital camera (110 x...

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Posted by Staff on 11 February 2006

Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ5 photos

Mark Goldstein over at The Photography Blog has posted some shots taken with Pansonic's DMC-LZ5 prior to an uncoming review. Despite the nice specs, several commenters have pointed out the obvious flaws in the lens, notably fringing at the edges:...

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Posted by Staff on 11 February 2006

Nikon Coolpix P2 reviewed

The Nikon Coolpix P2 bears a superficial resemblance to the Coolpix 7900, with all automatic controls and an extremely small form factor. But there's no optical viewfinder, the flash has been repositioned, and the LCD has grown to 2.5-inches. -...

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Posted by Staff on 11 February 2006

Canon Powershot A410 review

Last August proved to be quite the month for Canon. The Canon PowerShot A410 digital camera was one of the many new introductions. The Canon A410 is an entry-level model with a resolution of 3.2 Megapixels, which is admittedly a...

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Posted by Staff on 5 February 2006

BenQ P500 Digital Camera launched

BenQ's new P500 digital camera has little to offer. It comes with a 5 megapixel CCD, offers 5x optical zoom (yes!) through a Pentax lens, and a 2.5” LTPS LCD (230K pixels, 960x240 pixels). It looks clean and simple. There's...

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Posted by Staff on 5 February 2006

Fuji Finepix Z2 reviewed

There is a lot to like about the Fuji Finepix Z2. It has a very stylish design and is easy to use. There are now a large number of digital cameras to choose from if you are looking for a...

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Posted by Staff on 5 February 2006

HP Photosmart M527 reviewed

The HP Photosmart M527 rounds out the top end of the newly introduced M-series offered by HP at CES 2006. A point-and-shoot at heart, the camera comes with a 6 megapixel CCD, a 2-inch LCD, a 3x optical zoom lens...

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Posted by Staff on 5 February 2006

HP Photosmart R607 reviewed

The HP Photosmart R607 is a competent enough entry in the 4-megapixel compact camera arena, with acceptable image quality, a speedy burst mode, and a 3X Pentax zoom lens. It’s seasoned with enough quirky features to please the most gizmo-crazy...

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Posted by Staff on 5 February 2006

Ricoh GR digital wide angle camera reviewed

The Ricoh GR is an 8 megapixel compact camera with a fixed focal length, wide angle lens. The lens is the equivalent of a 28mm f2.4 optic on a film camera and there is an optional supplementary lens that shortens...

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Posted by Staff on 3 February 2006

Canon PowerShot SD430 - low end remote photography

Wi-Fi capability includes full remote control and capture; ultracompact design; excellent burst capabilities; low shutter lag. For those who want fairly basic remote controlled digital photography, this is the one and only choice. However C|Net's testing reveals a comparatively...

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Posted by Staff on 30 January 2006

Olympus µ810 compact zoomer

Thanks to a collapsible lens unit and repositioned shutter system, this digital camera packs 8.0 million pixels and cutting-edge features into the smallest body of its class. And while a stainless steel, weatherproof* body provides protection, its exquisite form and...

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Posted by Staff on 30 January 2006

Olympus E-330 - DSLRs catch up to compacts

With the new E-330, the company has added something you won't find on any other DSLR: continuous live color previews via the LCD, enabling SLR shooters to skip the viewfinder, just as point-and-shooters have done for years. According to...

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Posted by Staff on 30 January 2006

Fuji Finepix F460 reviewed

It would be a bit much to expect perfection from the Finepix F460 considering its price. Even so I would have liked to have seen a bit more quality in my test shots. The outdoor scenic type shots are quite...

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Posted by Staff on 30 January 2006

Olympus µ720 SW, still works 3m underwater

With this model, Olympus has optimised the standard weatherproof qualities found in all Mju cameras, making it waterproof to 3m. In combination with the shockproof design, a whole new world of shooting opportunities is opened to photographers. Now, where other...

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Posted by Staff on 30 January 2006

Pentax's Optio WPi waterproof camera review

The amphibious OptioWPi digital camera features 6.0 megapixels of resolution and a 3X optical zoom lens and captures high quality images both on land and up to three feet underwater without an additional waterproof housing. The OptioWPi is the perfect...

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Posted by Staff on 25 January 2006

Casio EX-Z600 announced

Casio have announced the release of the latest addition to its EXILIM ZOOM digital camera series with the EX-Z600. The latest evolution in this popular series offers 6.0 megapixel high resolution photos in a stylish, compact, and pocket-sized package. The...

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Posted by Staff on 25 January 2006

Nikon Coolpix P2 review

Ever since digital cameras became affordable, the Nikon Coolpix range has gained a reputation for ease of use, being packed with innovative features and, most of all, for delivering quality images. The Nikon Coolpix P2 continues the tradition for innovation...

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Posted by Staff on 25 January 2006

Sony Cybershot DSC T5 reviewed

The DSC-T5 is the latest in Sony’s line of ultra-slim snapshot cameras, and has a broadly similar specification to the other cameras in the T series, such as the T7, T33, T3 and others, since all of them have a...

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Posted by Staff on 25 January 2006

Nikon Coolpix S3 Review

The Coolpix S3 is a 6-megapixel camera that delivers high performance shooting power and image quality in a sleek and ultra-portable package. Like the Coolpix S1 and S2 before it, the Matte Black Metal-body Coolpix S3 boasts a 2.5” LCD...

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Posted by Staff on 22 January 2006

Sanyo Xacti VPC-C6 reviewed

Our good friends at Steves Digicams have published their review of the Sanyo Xacti C6 digital camera. The new Sanyo C6 can take 6.0 Megapixel still pictures while shooting high-quality moving images (when still images are taken, video clip shooting...

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Posted by Staff on 22 January 2006

Kodak EasyShare Z700 overview

A 5x zoom lens, aperture- and shutter-priority modes, and plenty of automatic features give the economical 4-megapixel Kodak EasyShare Z700 appeal for budding shutterbugs. Via Crave...

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Posted by Staff on 22 January 2006

Casio Exilim EX-Z500 Review

The Casio Exilim EX-Z500 is a five megapixel digital camera. It is an ultra compact model. This is the type that will fit easily into a fairly small pocket. The Exilim EX-Z500 has a standard set of features for this...

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Posted by Staff on 22 January 2006

Fuji Finepix F11 Review

The Fuji Finepix F11 is a 6.3 megapixel digital camera with a three times optical zoom lens. It is a stylish model with a metal body. The Finepix F11 is a step up from a simple point and shoot digital...

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Posted by Staff on 22 January 2006

Canon PowerShot SD550 Digital Elph reviewed

PC Mag has bestowed its prestigious Editor's Choice award on Canon's ultracompact, and it seems ultraawesome, 7.1 megapixel PowerShot SD550 Digital Elph. As we've reported before and its name kinda indicates, the $409-at-Amazon SD550 is an update of last year's...

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Posted by Staff on 22 January 2006

Kodak EasyShare V570 reviewed

The typical ultracompact digital camera often has your back up against a wall when equipped with a wide angle that affords no better than the equivalent of a 35mm-to-39mm view. Eastman Kodak has a better idea: including a second, ultrawide...

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Posted by Staff on 20 January 2006

Fuji FinePix E900 reviewed

The E900 is the follow-up to the FinePix E550, which was introduced in July 2004. Both cameras share the same 4X zoom lens, 2" LCD display, manual controls, conversion lens support, and VGA movie mode. While the E550 offered an...

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Posted by Staff on 20 January 2006

Olympus IR-500 Overview

The Olympus IR-500 is a competent 4-megapixel camera with a limited zoom range, but its 64mm high-resolution LCD and playback capabilities will make you want to take it everywhere as a portable shoot-and-show display. The funky form factor and huge...

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Posted by Staff on 20 January 2006

New Pentax Optio A10 and E10

Here's another couple of cameras shown off at CES. Pentax had its compact Optio A10 with 8 megapixels and a 1.8-inch CCD with its own "shake reduction" technology. Whether any of these motion-stopping technologies work is still a mystery, but...

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Posted by Staff on 14 January 2006

Vivitar ViviCam X60 - 10 megapixel compact

The recently announced ViviCam X60 certainly caught our attention. The camera, due out later this year, boasts a range of features not typically available in a compact, especially one expected to retail for under $500. Those features include a 10...

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Posted by Staff on 14 January 2006

Panasonic Lumix LS2 first impressions

The Panasonic Lumix LS2 pushes the price point for optical image stabilization, with Panasonic's full-blown MEGA O.I.S. in a 5 megapixel compact camera for under $200. The small, 3x zoom camera would be price-competitive without stabilization as it is –...

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Posted by Staff on 13 January 2006

Vivitar ViviCam X30 first 10 Megapixel

Vivitar ViviCam X30 first 10 Megapixel: During the Consumer Electronics Show we had so much to do that sometimes we miss a digital camera introduction like this one. Vivitar announced the launch of their new Vivitar ViviCam X30, their new...

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Posted by Staff on 13 January 2006

Review posted for Olympus Stylus 600 Digital

Olympus continues to refine their very popular Stylus line of digital cameras and the six megapixel, 3x-zoom Olympus Stylus 600 is once again one of the best Stylus models to date. Its body design is trim and compact, with a...

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Posted by Staff on 13 January 2006

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T9 reviewed

You'd think there wouldn't be much more to say about Sony's DSC-T9 other than that it's light, thin, takes decent pics and sells for about $450. But CNET has given the cam a once-over, and finds much more to talk...

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Posted by Staff on 13 January 2006

Sony Cyber Shot DSC-S600 preview

The Cyber-shot DSC-S600 is Sony’s new entry level addition to its Stamina line of digital cameras. Announced at the 2006 Consumer Electronics Show in January, this point-and-shoot model offers 6 megapixels and basic features at a low retail price of...

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Posted by Staff on 13 January 2006

Fuji FinePix E900 reviewed

The Fuji FinePix E900 ($499) is a midsized digital camera with a 9 Megapixel SuperCCD HR sensor -- yes, you read that right: 9 Megapixel. The E900 uses the same sensor as its big brother (the FinePix S9000), though it...

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Posted by Staff on 13 January 2006

Pentax Optio S6 reviewed

The Pentax Optio S6 is a six megapixel pixel digital camera. It is an ultra compact model. This is the type to slip easily into a pocket. The camera has a standard sized 3x optical zoom lens. The Optio S6...

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Posted by Staff on 12 January 2006

Samsung SC-MS25 photos/music/video

Samsung is leading the charge in multi-function devices with a new line of three 6-in-1 digital still cameras that offer video and voice recording, music playback, data storage, and web cam capability in addition to producing high-quality digital stills. The...

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Posted by Staff on 12 January 2006

Sony Cyber Shot DSC-T9 reviewed

The Sony Cyber Shot DSC-T9, the latest in Sony's T-series of shirt-pocket-size digital cameras, is a great tool whether you're a casual shooter or a more serious photographer. Snapshooters will appreciate the camera's ease of use, and discerning photographers will...

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Posted by Staff on 12 January 2006

Canon PowerShot S80 Review

The sturdy, solid, 8-megapixel PowerShot S80 is the update to the PowerShot S70, last year's Editor's Choice winner. The camera is pricey ($549.95 list), but most features are improved, and only a couple have been dropped. As such, the S80...

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Posted by Staff on 11 January 2006

Canon Powershot A620 Review

The Canon Powershot A620 is the 7 megapixel replacement for the very popular 5 megapixel A95 model. As well as the increased resolution, the Canon A620 has a number of important improvements, principally the Digic II processor, which is also...

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Posted by Staff on 10 January 2006

Ricoh Caplio R30 announced

Ricoh announced today the launch of the Caplio R30 compact digital camera featuring a 5.7x optical wide zoom (28-160 mm in 35 mm camera format) in a trim body only 26mm thick. The new Ricoh Caplio R30 is positioned as...

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Posted by Staff on 10 January 2006

Live From CES: Casio Exilim EX-S600

Casio is releasing an update to their Exilim line of digital cameras with the Exilim EX-S600. This bad boy is a 6-megapixel thin camera with lots of nice features to create a better shooting experience. It features both image and...

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Posted by Staff on 8 January 2006

Casio Exilim EX S500 Review

The Casio Exilim EX-S500 is a good all round ultra compact digital camera. It is easy to use and takes good outdoors shots. I have reservations about the quality of the camera indoors though. This camera is a good...

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Posted by Staff on 13 December 2005

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