Digital Camera Review Blog

New Olympus E-520 With 14-42mm lens.

admin — Mon, 19 May 2008 08:09:05 +0000

Olympus had announced the new E-520 dSLR. It launch 7 days ago, to replacement the E-510 and step-up model from its E-420. The feature set is very similar to the E-420, but for the extra dough you do get some significant capabilities, such as sensor-shift stabilization (including an updated system with a mode that accommodates panning while vertically oriented), a larger continuous-shooting buffer and a deeper grip.

This new E-520 incorporates the same sensor as in the higher-end E-3 just like the old one E-420. It also seems to use the same viewfinder and LCD as its little brother, and also includes support for face detection (still unusual for a dSLR), wireless flash and tonal-range correcting Shadow Adjustment Technology.

The body only version of the E-520 will run about $599.99, while a kit with an ED 14-42mm f3.5/5.6 Zuiko Digital Zoom Lens (24-to-48mm equivalent) has an estimated street price of $699.99.
Consider this a great DSLR with great Zuiko lens.

Fujifilm Finepix S100fs Review

admin — Mon, 19 May 2008 07:56:54 +0000

What is the special things about this Fujifilm Finepix S100fs? This would be largest sensors in a non-DSLR camera. The lens it self covering a 14.3x zoom range (that, importantly, starts at a usefully wide-angle 28mm equivalent), and the new eighth generation of Fujifilm’s Super CCD sensor technology, and it also have a dynamic range expansion mode.

Headline features :
- 14.3X optical zoom (28-400mm equivalent)
- 2/3″ sensor with 11.1-megapixel Super CCD captures, enough detail for photo-quality poster-size prints
- Face Detection 2.0 with Automatic Red Eye Removal
- Eighth generation Super CCD HR sensor
- 2.5″ tiltable LCD screen
- Film simulation modes (imitate the behavior of Fuji films)
- Dynamic range expansion mode

Technical Details :
- Sensor: 11.1 Megapixels
- Size: 2/3-inch
- Image Resolution: 3840 x 2880
- Movie Resolution: 640 x 480
- Memory Included: 25MB Internal
- Storage Media: xD-Picture Card
- Storage Media: SD/SDHC Memory Card
- Compressed Format: RAW
- Compressed Format: JPEG/EXIF v 2.22
- Movie File Format: AVI motion JPEG
- Digital Zoom: 2X
- Focal Length: f=7.1mm - 101.5 mm
- Focus Mode: Manual AF
- Focus Mode: Auto focus (Area, Multi, Center)
- Focusing Range: Normal: Wide angle :Approx. 50cm/1.6 ft to infinity
- Exposure, dynamic range and film simulation bracketing

Conclusion : its a great camera for non DSLR, with a more feature compare to others point and shoot digital cameras. From amazon it self, it just cost you about US$701.46 after discount. Grab this
Fujifilm Finepix S100fs 11.1MP Digital Camera with 14.3x Wide Angle Dual Image Stabilized Optical Zoom from amazon for great price discount.

Canon EOS 450D (Digital Rebel XSi / Kiss X2 Digital)

admin — Sun, 11 May 2008 08:56:32 +0000

After the first EOS 300D, continue by EOS 350D and EOS 400D, now we introduced by this new Canon EOS 450D. This Canon Digital Rebel XSi had twice the megapixel count of the original (twelve versus six) in a smaller body with a far wider range of functionality and features and a $200 lower list price.

Compared to the latest Canon EOS 400D , this EOS 450D got larger 3.0″ LCD monitor, Live View with both passive and contrast detect AF, Spot metering, improved auto-focus, 3.5 fps continuous shooting a larger viewfinder and a switch SD/SDHC for storage (all previous cameras in this range were Compact Flash). Another features appear to be inherited from the EOS 40D; 14-bit image pipeline, Highlight Tone priority, optional High ISO noise reduction, ‘My Menu’ and display of the ISO sensitivity on the viewfinder status line.

Here a full list summary of this new Canon EOS 450D Product Features and Technical Details :

Product Features
* 12.2-megapixel CMOS sensor captures enough detail for poster-size, photo-quality prints
* Large 3.0-inch LCD display; includes Canon’s EF-S 18-55mm, f3.5-5.6 IS zoom lens
* DIGIC III image processor provides fast, accurate image processing; improved Autofocus and framing rate
* EOS Integrated Cleaning system, plus Dust Delete Data Detection in included software
* Stores images on SD/SDHC memory cards (not included)

Technical Details

* Sensor: 12.2 Megapixel
* Image Resolution: 4272 x 2848
* Storage Media: SD/SDHC Memory Card
* Compressed Format: JPEG
* Compressed Format: RAW
* Focus Mode: Manual focus
* Focus Mode: One-shot AF
* Focus Mode: AI Focus AF
* Focus Mode: AI Servo AF
* Focusing Range: EV -0.5-18 (at 73°F/23°C, ISO 100)
* LCD Monitor: 3.0-inches
* LCD Pixels: 230,000 pixels
* LCD Coverage: 100%
* Shutter Speed: 1/4000 sec. to 1/60 sec.
* Shutter Speed: X-sync at 1/200 sec.
* Light Metering Method: Evaluative
* Light Metering Method: Partial metering

Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ5 Review

admin — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 09:44:15 +0000

This new Panasonic point-and-shoot digital camera: Lumix DMC-TZ5 features of a wide angle 28mm with 10x optical zoom lens and got optical image stabilisation. The 9 megapixel sensor and 3.0″ screen will give you great image and easy for you to see the live preview.And dont forget the Digital Red-eye Correction. The Lumix DMC TZ5 will be available in March in silver, black, and blue.

“The Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ5 remains one of the most flexible compact cameras on the market – and one which has few if any rivals. Like its predecessor, it may not be the slimmest compact on the market, but uniquely packs in a 10x optical zoom lens complete with image stabilisation and a 28mm equivalent wide angle.”

This definitely great point and shoot camera from Panasonic. Choose your favorite color and grab it now.
Updated : Buy from amazon now to get great discount :
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ5K 9MP (Black colour)
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ5A 9MP (Blue colour)

Watch this Lumix TZ5 video review after the break

This Lumix TZ5 Features:
* 9-megapixel resolution captures enough detail for poster-sized prints
* 10x optical zoom Leica DC lens; Face Detection
* New Panasonic Venus Engine IV improves noise reduction, elevates the detection accuracy and corrective effects
* 3.0-inch LCD; Mega O.I.S. and Intelligent ISO
* Captures images to SD memory cards (not included)

Technical Details:
* Brand Name: Panasonic
* Model: DMC-TZ5S
* Optical Sensor Resolution: 9.1 MP
* optical_sensor_technology: CCD Unknown modifier
* Optical zoom: 10 x
* maximum_aperture_range: F/3.3-4.9 Unknown modifier
* Minimum focal length: 4.7 millimeters
* Maximum focal length: 47 millimeters
* Lens Type: Zoom lens
* optical_sensor_size: 1/2.33″ Unknown modifier
* Included Flash Type: Built-in flash
* Red-eye reduction: Y
* form_factor: Built-in Unknown modifier
* Display: LCD display
* Display Technology: TFT active matrix
* Display Size: 3 inches
* light_sensitivity: ISO 100 Unknown modifier, ISO 800 Unknown modifier, ISO 400 Unknown modifier, ISO 200 Unknown modifier, ISO auto Unknown modifier, ISO auto (1600-6400) Unknown modifier, ISO 1600 Unknown modifier
* Image types: JPEG
* Shooting Modes: Frame movie mode
* Exposure Control Type: Candle, Beach, Snow, High sensitivity, Starry sky, Soft skin, Baby1, Baby2, Portrait mode, Aerial photo, Hi-speed burst, Clipboard, Party/indoor, Night portrait, Self-portrait, Pet, Scenery, Food, Fireworks, Night scene, Underwater, Sports mode, Sunset
* Viewfinder Type: None
* video_input_format: QuickTime Unknown modifier
* Width: 1.42 inches
* Depth: 1.5 inches
* Height: 2.34 inches
* Weight: 0.51 pounds

Canon Powershot SD1100 IS Digital ELPH (IXUS 80 IS)

admin — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 02:17:51 +0000

Actually this Canon SD1100 comes to replace the old one Powershot SD1000 (IXUS 70). It have 8MP sensor with a 3x optical zoom (38-114mm equiv, Optical Image Stabilizer.) and have wide 2.5 inch screen. This Powershot SD1100 promises to be another solid point and shoot tool coming out of the Canon production manufacture.

Here are the key features of Canon SD1100 IS :

Come out with 5 luxurious colors: Rhythm & Blue, Swing Silver, Melody Pink, Bohemian Brown and Golden Tone.
Enhanced Canon Face Detection Technology automatically sets focus, exposure, flash and white balance for greater shooting freedom.
DIGIC III Image Processor for sharper images and improved functionality.
Canon Motion Detection Technology automatically reduces blur by calculating subject movement and selecting ideal exposure and ISO settings.
2.5-inch PureColor LCD II for bright, accurate color with better viewing from wide angles.
Print/Share Button for easy direct printing and downloading, plus ID Photo Print and Movie Print with select PIXMA Photo Printers and SELPHY Compact Photo Printers.

You can buy online through amazon :

Canon PowerShot SD1100IS 8MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom (Silver)

Canon PowerShot SD1100IS 8MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom (Blue)

Canon PowerShot SD1100IS 8MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom (Brown)