Digital Camera News and Reviews

Nikon Coolpix S4300

CNET UK has reviewed a new compact camera from Nikon called Nikon Coolpix S4300. The Coolpix can boost features such as 16 megapixels and a wide angle lens starting at 26mm. This digital camera seems to be targeted at beginner photographers.

Some key features for the Nikon Coolpix S4300 camera:
-16 megapixel image sensor
-6x optical zoom lens (26-156mm)
-3″ LCD with touchscreen capabilities
-HD (720p) movies
-Size: 95.5×58.9×20.8 mm

CNET UK ends up giving the Coolpix S4300 an overall score of 4 out of 5 possible stars. The reviewer likes aspects such as that the camera is easy to use, images have good colors and the touchscreen is useful. On the negative side there are some issues keeping the camera from getting a top score including noise issues and there are few manual controls. If you are a beginner to photography this camera might be of your liking, but anyone looking for something a bit more advanced might look elsewhere.
Read the full review of the Nikon Coolpix S4300 compact camera here.

HP Photosmart 6510

Trusted Reviews has tested a new All-in-One printer from HP called HP Photosmart 6510. This AiO printer is able to print directly from mobile devices via wireless connectivity.

Some key features for the HP Photosmart 6510 printer:
-Print speeds up to 11 pages per minute in black and 7.5 pages per minute in color
-3.45″ color touchscreen
-Wireless printing
-Duplex printing
-80-sheet main paper tray

Trusted Reviews end up giving the Photosmart 6510 an overall score of 8 out of 10 total points. The printer scores highest on features and print quality, while it scores a little lower on print speeds and value for your money. The HP printer is a good all-in-one for home use and if you want to print from mobile devices this could be your printer, but to get a top score the printer should have better print speeds.
Read the full review of the HP Photosmart 6510 All-in-One wireless printer here.

Canon Pixma MG4150

CNET UK has tested a new Pixma printer from Canon called Canon Pixma MG4150. The Canon printer is able to print up to 9.9 images per minute, or so Canon claims, and you can print directly from your phone with this printer.

Some key features for the Canon Pixma MG4150 printer:
-Print speeds up to 9.9 images per minute in black and 5.7 images per minute in color
-Wi-Fi connectivity
-Web-enabled
-All-in-One that is able to print, copy and scan
-Able to print a 10x15cm borderless photo in approximately 44 seconds
-6cm LCD display

CNET UK ends up giving the MG4150 an overall score of 3 out of 5 possible stars. The reviewer likes aspects such as onboard wireless printing, it is relativity cheap to run and it makes good text prints. There are a few negative points hindering the inkjet printer from getting a higher score including slow print speeds and the graphic prints could been better. If you are looking for a cheap printer that is able to print from your cell phone or tablet, this might be your choice if you can live with the slow print speeds.
Read the full review of the Canon Pixma MG4150 web-enabled All-in-One printer here.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 / Lumix DMC-TZ30

About.com has reviewed a new compact camera from Panasonic called Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 (or Lumix DMC-TZ30 in some regions). The digital camera has nice features such as 20x optical zoom starting at 24mm and a GPS device in addition to over 14 megapixels.

Some key features for the Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 / Lumix DMC-TZ30:
-14.1 megapixel image sensor
-20x optical zoom lens (24-480mm)
-3″ LCD screen
-GPS functionality
-HD movie recording
-USB charging

About.com ends up giving the Lumix camera a very good review with an overall score of 4.5 stars out of 5 possible. On the positive side the reviewer finds aspects such as useful zoom range, very good image quality and good overall performance. There are a couple things keeping the Panasonic camera from getting a perfect score including a high price tag and the built-in flash could be a bit better. Overall this seems like a very good choice if you are looking for a compact camera with GPS functionality.
Read the full review of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 / Lumix DMC-TZ30 digital camera here.