Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 Available in Japan

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 Available in Japan

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 has been released in Europe in early 2009. The camera is now available in the Japanese market. Available in four colors including Silver, Blue, Pink and Green, the camera features 10MP CMOS sensor with a 4x optical zoom, a 2.7-inch wide view LCD. It is also able to record VGA video at 30fps. Sadly, there is no word on pricing of the Japanese version.
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Kodak EasyShare Z1485 14MP Digital Camera

Kodak EasyShare Z1485 14MP Digital Camera

In case you’re looking for a powerful point and shoot camera with a reasonable price, then I suggest you to check out the Kodak EasyShare Z1485 14MP Digital Camera. This compact camera offers a 2.5-inch LCD, a 14MP image sensor, 5x optical image stabilized zoom, a 32MB of internal memory, a microSDHC card slot and the capability to capture High Definition video in 1280 x 720p at 30fps. If you’re interested you’ll be able to buy it from Amazon for just $173.36 (original price $299.99).

(Via The Digital Camera Blog.)

Leaked Olympus E-P1 Micro Four Thirds compact has us hot, bothered (updated)

Leaked Olympus E-P1 Micro Four Thirds compact has us hot, bothered (updated)

It's not scheduled to be announced until tomorrow, but it looks like Olympus' Micro Four Thirds tribute to the classic rangefinder has leaked out onto these here Internets looking every bit as handsome as the top-side leak seen earlier. Remember, we're talking about a DSLR-sized sensor stuffed inside that retro compact body. Judging by the pics of E-P1, we're looking at a stock, 17mm lens with an interchangeable 14-42mm (3x) zoom lens available at launch. One more day and we'll have prices, ship dates, and full spec-sheet to share -- can you wait? 3x lens and few more color variations in the gallery below.

Update: Possible specs accompanying authentic looking images have now entered the rumor mill. Said specs have the camera measuring in at 120 x 70 x 35mm (about the size of a Sigma DP2 or slightly larger than mainstream point-and-shoots) snapping 13 megapixel RAW images and 1280 x 720 pixel video to SD card, ISO 6400 sensitivity, 11-point AF, electronic anti-shake, and 3-inch LCD if we're reading the machine translated text correctly. It's expected to ship in July with prices starting at about $900 -- though it's unclear what you get at that price point.

Gallery: Olympus E-P1 Micro Four Thirds leak has us hot, bothered

[Via 43rumors]

Panasonic DMC-ZS3 hands-on and review

Panasonic DMC-ZS3 hands-on and review

We've seen a lot of innovation in the consumer point-and-shoot market over the past year or so, from capturing homemade action sequences at 1000fps to shooting 720p video underwater. Many of these innovations are borderline overkill, like 12 megapixel sensors wedged in behind cheap lenses, so we're happy to report that, despite its impressive specs, the latest superzoom shooter from Panasonic is respectable all the way through. The DMC-ZS3 doesn't offer any crazy features that are completely unheard of elsewhere, nor does it suffer from any rock and roll-style excesses for the sake of arbitrary 'world's greatest' claims. It's just a solid camera, but at $400 is it the sort of thing you want in your pocket, capturing your family's precious moments this summer?

Continue reading Panasonic DMC-ZS3 hands-on and review

(Via Engadget.)

Nikon's D5000 gets reviewed in staggering detail

Nikon's D5000 gets reviewed in staggering detail

Just in case our comparatively brief overview of the D5000 wasn't enough to sway you either way, why not have a gander at DPReview's astonishing 33 page critique of Nikon's first-ever DSLR with an articulating display? Within, you'll find oodles of sample shots, comparison to rival cameras and enough analysis to make you feel like a bona fide expert upon leaving. If you're looking for the long and short of it, however, you'll find a conclusion that essentially matches up word-for-word with our own summary: the articulating display is a bit of a personal preference, but every other aspect is rock solid. If you're not down with ponying up for the marginally more expensive D90 and you can't bear the thought of buying Canon glass, there's hardly a better option on the market right now. Dig in below if you still need more proof.

(Via Engadget.)

Video: Samsung's 12 megapixel WB1000 rocks analog gauges, 3-inch OLED

Video: Samsung's 12 megapixel WB1000 rocks analog gauges, 3-inch OLED

While it's not the first name you think of in digital cameras, Samsung makes a decent piece of kit and its SL820 took the top prize in our recent summer shootout. So we figured you'd want to know that its WB1000 compact with those smokin' analog battery and capacity gauges is now on sale for KRW548,000 or about $418 closer to home. The 12.2 megapixel WB1000 features a 24-mm wide-angle 5x zoom Schneider-KREUZNACH lens and 1/2.33-inch CCD with 720p video record mode in H.264 format, max ISO 3200 sensitivity (at 3 megapixel resolution), and Samsung's Dual IS optical and digital image stabilization to compensate for hand jitter. The viewer won't disappoint either with a full 3-inch 480x260 AMOLED display rocking the backside. Why should you care? Check the video after the break to see how AMOLED compares to the TFT-LCD found on the Canon SD990 IS under different lighting and viewing angles. The winner is clear, no?

Gallery: Video: Samsung's 12 megapixel WB1000 rocks analog gauges, 3-inch OLED

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(Via Engadget.)

Casio Exilim EX-H10 Digital Camera - 10x Zoom In Your Pocket

Casio Exilim EX-H10 Digital Camera - 10x Zoom In Your Pocket

Casio just announced a new compact superzoom addition to their line of compact Exilim digital cameras. The 12.1-megapixel Casio Exilim Hi-Zoom EX-H10 digital camera has an ultra-wide10x optical zoom lens (24-240mm - 35mm equivalent), a 3-inch LCD, and an estimated 1000 shots per battery charge - very impressive for a camera that will actually fit in your pocket!



It’s been a while since I used a Casio Exilim pocket camera. But I’ve always been impressed with their performance. Having that kind of performance in a pocket-sized camera with a 24-240mm zoom lens would make me very happy. The obvious comparison here is Panasonic’s Lumix ZS3 / TZ7, which has a 12x zoom lens in a pocket-sized body. At 4x2.5x0.96 inches, the Casio is 0.15 inches taller than the ZS3, but one-third of an inch thinner. At $299, the Casio EX-H10 is also $100 cheaper than the Panasonic. My point: the new Casio Exilim EX-H10 is a lot of pocket-sized camera for the money.

The new Exilim EX-H10 also has a 720p HD video mode, a new Landscape mode with ‘Vivid Landscape’ and ‘Mist Removal’ options, a Makeup mode that smoothes and adjusts for best skin tones, and a new Night Scene mode, which detects and analyzes low light scenes and automatically adjusts for best results. The new camera also includes Casio’s Dynamic Photo feature, which allows the photographer to combine multiple images into a moving, Motion JPEG (MPEG) right in the camera.

The Casio Exilim EX-H10 will be available in the middle of July with a suggested retail price (MSRP) of $299.99.

(Via Photography Review Blog.)

Panasonic DMC FX-150K 14.7MP Digital Camera

Panasonic DMC FX-150K 14.7MP Digital Camera

Looking for a powerful digital camera with a reasonable price? Then check out this Panasonic DMC FX-150K, this ultra-compact camera is equipped with a 14.7-megapixel image sensor, a 28mm wide-angle Leica DC Vario-ELMARIT lens, 3.6x optical zoom, Intelligent Exposure, Digital Red-eye Correction, Intelligent ISO, Face Detection, a microSDHC card slot and the capability to capture High Definition video in 1280 x 720p at 24fps. You’ll be able to get your hands on this ultra-compact camera for just $219.99 (original price $399.95).

(Via The Digital Camera Blog.)

Olympus E-620 reviewed, does entry-level DSLR right

Olympus E-620 reviewed, does entry-level DSLR right

When Olympus introduced the E-620 it was presented as a sort of greatest hits camera, cramming many of the features found in the higher-end E-30 into a small body like that on the E-450, then selling it at a middle-of-the-road price. It sounds like a tall order, but according to Photography Blog it's a an almost complete success, offering 'the most effective combination of features, ease-of-use and price of any Olympus DSLR camera to date.' Not everything is perfect, with low-light performance suffering from visible noise degradation, blamed on the relatively petite sensor here, and the lack of video capture being something of a detriment. But, overall image quality is rated very high, in-body image stabilization effective, the flip-out LCD useful, and overall it's said to be a great value for its $699 MSRP -- that it's already selling for well over $100 less than that is an extra bonus.

(Via Engadget.)

FujiFilm FinePix Z300 10MP Compact Digital Camera

FujiFilm FinePix Z300 10MP Compact Digital Camera

The FujiFilm FinePix Z300 will be released in Japan next week. This 10MP point-and-shoot camera comes equipped with a 5.7x optical zoom, a 100 to 1600 ISO speed, a 31MB of internal memory, and a 3-inch touch LCD display. Available in Pink, White Pearl, Purple and Black, the digicam also supports both SD and SDHC cards. Sadly, there is no info on pricing at this time.

(Via The Digital Camera Blog.)

Panasonic's HDC-SD10 and HDC-TM10 HD camcorders get US price, release date

Panasonic's HDC-SD10 and HDC-TM10 HD camcorders get US price, release date

Right, so these two may not actually be the world's lightest HD camcorders without qualifications, but hey, they're still amongst the least burdensome on the market today. Speaking of which, Panny has just let loose details on US pricing and availability, though it looks as if you'll need to hunt elsewhere if hoping to capture all those summer vacations in 1080p. Indeed, both the half-pound HDC-SD10 and HDC-TM10 won't hit American shelves until September, when they'll be available for $549.95 and $599.95, respectively. If you're curious as to what the extra $50 buys you in the TM10, it's an 8GB internal flash drive, whereas the other guy requires you to rely solely on your own SD / SDHC cards. Full release is after the break.

Gallery: Panasonic's HDC-SD10 and HDC-TM10 HD camcorders get US price, release date

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(Via Engadget.)

Leica debuts D-LUX 4 Safari special edition camera

Leica debuts D-LUX 4 Safari special edition camera

Leica has never been one to shy away from special edition cameras, but we're not about to start complaining, especially when they keep churning out packages that look like this. As Leica fans will no doubt notice, this one is just a regular D-LUX 4 camera, but with a new olive drab, safari-style appearance that has also graced Leica's high-end M8.2 rangefinder. Of course, while this model is thousands of dollars cheaper than that camera, it is still a somewhat hefty $995 (stylish, water-resistant case included, naturally). Look for it to be available this August.

(Via Engadget.)

Aiptek MPVR 6MP MPEG4 Digital Camcorder

Aiptek MPVR 6MP MPEG4 Digital Camcorder

For just $99.89 you could get your hands on this Aiptek MPVR 6MP MPEG4 Digital Camcorder. This portable hand held device comes packed with a huge 2.4 TFT color LCD, a 3MP CMOS sensor (max resolution up to 6 megapixels), 4x digital zoom, an MP3 player, a voice recorder, a webcam, a microSD card slot and the capability to record Super VHS quality 640 x 480 video at 30 fps. In addition, you can also record video straight from your TV, DVD player, VCR or any other device with RCA/composite outputs.

(Via The Digital Camera Blog.)

JVC Everio S GZ-MS100 Flash Memory Camcorder

JVC Everio S GZ-MS100 Flash Memory Camcorder

If you’re looking for a lightweight camcorder with a reasonable price, then I suggest you to get one of this JVC Everio S GZ-MS100 Flash Memory Camcorder which is up for sale at Amazon for just $179.99 shipped (original price $349.95). This compact camcorder offers a 2.7-inch 16:9 widescreen clear LCD, an auto LCD backlight control, a Konica Minolta Lens, 35x optical zoom, 800x digital zoom, Laser Touch operation, Image Stabilizer, One Touch Upload to YouTube and records directly to a SD / SDHC memory card.

(Via The Digital Camera Blog.)

Mega Mini Spy Camera Pro

Mega Mini Spy Camera Pro

Here’s another tiny clip-on video camera that also doubles as a spy gear. Dubbed as the Mega Mini Spy Camera Pro, this thumb sized video camera is capable of capturing high resolution 640 x 480 video at 30 fps. It comes with a 2GB of storage, a microSD card slot (up to 8GB), one touch video/audio recording, voice activated recording and a rechargeable battery. The Mega Mini Spy Camera Pro is priced at $179.95.

(Via The Digital Camera Blog.)

SilverPac's SilverFrame hands-on at Computex

SilverPac's SilverFrame hands-on at Computex

SilverPac's SilverFrame is certainly doing its best to break the boring mold of typical digital photo frames, and while we were understandably skeptical about the idea on paper, we're beginning to warm to it after a little face time at Computex. Said frame is more like a widget console than anything else, and it definitely reminds us of that Samsung / Chumby prototype digiframe that we peeked back at CES. Don't take our word for it, though -- hit the read link to soak it in yourself.

(Via Engadget.)

DigiLife DDV-JF1 pocket cam shoots HD, packs its own projector

DigiLife DDV-JF1 pocket cam shoots HD, packs its own projector

Another wild one from the surreal landscape of Computex. DigiLife's new DDV-JF1 camera bears much resemblance to most mini camcorders, but while it's perfectly content to shoot 720p footage and show it off on its 2.5-inch LCD, things really start to get wild when you notice that there's a 640 x 360 pico projector built right into the thing. No word on price or when to expect this thing to show up in your local Dalí-ist electronics shop.

(Via Engadget.)

Print your photos online!

These days, buying a digital photo printer for developing your digital photos may be more costly than selecting a good digital printing service. The ink cartridges usually cost in the hundreds depending on how many the printer uses, the photos don't last long and photo paper is not cheap!
There are many services online that will print your digital photos.

The digital photography is quickly becoming very popular all over the world. As a result more and more people are using digital photo printing over the normal photo developing processes. Digital printing has many advantages over the traditional printing, it can provide flexibility, better quality and economy. Also, digital printing is cost effective and save you money unlike the traditional photo processing. Prior to processing, the digital photos can be reviewed and the best could printed. In the case of traditional printing, you need to wait until the final prints come to your hand to know that some photos have serious short comings.

One of the biggest advantages digital photography has over traditional photography is that you can choose to only print the images you want. Imagine the money you would have saved over your lifetime if you could pick and choose your film based prints. No more dozens of blurry throw away images, now digital photography technology has made it easy for you to simply submit the images you actually want, not the ones you dont.

Preparing your photos for printing is really easy. First, you can make any desired corrections to image quality with your favorite photo editing software. Then, you simply save your images (usually as .jpeg) and upload them over the internet to the photo printers website.

If you haven’t tried digital photo printing before, now is the perfect time to take advantage of all of these benefits. Even if you don’t have a digital camera, you can still scan your images in, edit them, and send them off to be printed. This blending of technology and features makes digital photo printing the best option for those that want more control over their photographs.

More than this, with today's technology, you can turn any image of artwork, vacation/ travel or photo image into a postcard printing or greeting card. Basically any picture taken with a digital camera can become a postcard. You can even order value-added services like custom graphic design, direct mailing list creation, direct mail fulfillment, color brochure printing, poster printing, and other stuff. Imagine the possibilities.

My favorite option is to use an online digital photo service like PsPrint. It's very easy and simple to use. First you can select one of the 75 products available, such as Business Card Printing, Booklet and Catalog Printing, Postcard Printing, among others. Let's for example choose a greeting card. Now, we have some very interesting options to enhance our greeting card, such as the colors, the paper quality, the size, if we want envelope, the quantity and even a hardcopy proof. Now we are going to insert our zip code to preview shipping costs and see the estimated arriving day of the product. After that a quick register our information of billing, shipping and payment details and we ready to upload the pictures we want. After that you can preview online you invention and that's it. You can seat and wait your photos and products arrives in your home or office.

By Digit-all-Cameras