by Johan on August 29, 2007

The Canon PowerShot A650 IS Digital Camera is a 12.1MP camera that features 6x Optical Zoom Lens with the Lens Shift Type Image Stabilization 7.4 (W)–44.4 (T) mm (35mm equiv. : 35 (W)–210 (T) mm) f/2.8 (W)–f/4.8 (T) and 2.5-inch LCD (Approx. 173,000 pixels) screen with wide viewing angle attributing low-temperature polycrystalline silicon. Other features include 1/1.7-inch CCD, DIGIC III Image Processor, mechanical electronic shutter with a speed of 15-1/2000 sec, wide memory card support, real-image zoom viewfinder, and supports direct connection to computer, TV or printer through USB 2.0. Four AA batteries are enough to shoot approx. 300 sharp pictures.
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by Johan on August 29, 2007

Casio has recently released a new EXILIM digital camera EX-Z1080. This latest addition to the Casio’s already existing EXILIM Zoom series has a lot of features including the 10.1MP sensor that generate striking pictures even when the user makes large prints. The camera also facilitates high sensitivity camera work up to a maximum of ISO 6400, and so is considered ideal for capturing darker scenes and lessening blur and haze which is caused by a hand shakes and subject movement. The new models also employs the EXILIM Engine 2.0 high-performance image processing module and also supports a YouTube Capture Mode, which helps users to capture and save film at the most favorable size, quality and other settings. There is a 2.6-inch Bright widescreen LCD display at the back side of the camera for the users to view the thumbnails of images being taken. In addition to all these characteristics of the camera its Super Life Battery permit up to 370 shots when it is fully charged. Available in gray, black, blue, pink, the new EX-Z1080 would be available to the users at a pricing of $279.99 in September.
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by Johan on August 29, 2007

Casio America, Inc. has recently introduced its all new EXILIM digital camera Casio EX-V8. The EX-V8 features a slim, yet powerful optical zoom and comes in a compact design and size. This stylish camera delivers 8.1 effective mega pixels and employs a 7X optical interior zoom lens intended for silent operation. The exilim digi cam also provides four haze reduction techniques, which include a CCD-shift image stabilization system. The camera equips a 2.5 inch Bright LCD display which helps in viewing the image while using the camera. Designed in a compact shape which could easily fit in your palm, the camera comes in silver color. The new model from casio integrates the EXILIM Engine 2.0 image processing module which facilitates the user to record high quality movies. The digital camera also features a YouTube™ Capture Mode, which helps shooter to shoot and save movies at the best possible size. The cool new camera EX-V8 will be available in the store shelves by September at a pricing of $329.99.
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Kodak recently placed information about new models of digital cameras. One of these is the new Kodak EasyShare V1253 digicam which is especially designed to give realistic photographs and videos. The camera is equipped with 12.4 MP Sensor (effective quantity of 12,1 MP), stereo microphone, large 3.1 JK- display, 1/1.72 PZS (CCD) the objective: 37-111 mm (in 35 mm equivalent) f/3.4-5.3, Digital Image Stabilizer, 32 Mb built in storage easily expandable through SD/MMC memory cards, high speed of lock 8-1/1200 seconds with wide support of MPEG-4 and QuickTime formats. No word on pricing so far.
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Olympus has officially released it’s E-1 DSLR successor, the E-3. The digicam will have a live view LCD, work on the 3/4ths mount standard, and be available at least somewhere in November. Additionally, it has a 10MP sensor, 11 point auto focus, etc. Stay tuned for more updates.
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Ricoh R7 features 8.1MP sensor with the 7.1x wide zoom lens and a Smooth Engine III image processing which should help quiet the noise at higher ISOs. Available in silver, black, and orange, the digicam will be available next month for around $465 in the UK.
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