Digital Camera News and Reviews

Casio Exilim EX-Z33

CNET UK has tested the Casio Exilim EX-Z33 compact digital camera. This camera from Casio feature 10.1 megapixels and 3x optical zoom. Maybe not the most interesting specifications, but the camera comes with a low price tag.

Some key features for the Casio Exilim EX-Z33:
-10.1 megapixel image sensor
-3x optical zoom lens
-2.5″ LCD screen
-ISO sensitivity 64 to 1600 (36-107 mm)
-Uses SD/SDHC memory cards
-Face detection
-Able to record widescreen movies

CNET UK ends up giving the Casio Exilim EX-Z33 a mediocre rating with 6.4 points out of 10 possible. The camera is able to produce pictures of pretty good quality and you get quite a lot of features for the money, but the camera is also slow and this hurts the overall score. If you are planing on taking pictures of objects standing still and have good light this could be the budget camera for you.
Read the full review of the Casio Exilim EX-Z33 digital camera here.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350

CNET UK has reviewed the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 compact digital camera. This camera from Sony features 14.1 megapixels and nifty attributes like face detection and smile recognition.

Some key features for the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350:
-14.1 megapixel image sensor
-4x optical zoom lens (26-104mm)
-Optical image stabilization
-ISO sensitivity up to 3200
-45MB of internal memory
-HD video mode
-Face detection and smile recognition

CNET UK ends up giving the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 an overall score of 7.6 points out of 10 possible. The reviewer likes that the zoom range is pretty wide, that the auto feature works well and that pictures taken on high ISO levels are pretty good. What CNET does not like is that photos were overall a bit soft and noisy when you look at them in full size. The Sony camera has a lot of cool features so it seems like a good, if not perfect, camera.
Read the full review of the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 digital camera here.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS10

Trusted Reviews has tested the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS10 compact digital camera. This camera seems similar to many other compacts in this class, but comes at a really nice price and some nice features.

Some key features for the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS10:
-12.1 megapixel image sensor
-5x optical zoom lens (28-140mm)
-Optical image stabilization
-2.7″ LCD screen
-720p HD video recording

Trusted Reviews ends up giving the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS10 a nice overall score of 8 out of 10 points. The FS10 scores highest on value and build quality while scoring a little lower on image quality and features. Overall this Panasonic camera seems like a good choice when you look at the price tag and what you get for your money.
Read the full review of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS10 digital camera here.

Ricoh CX3

Photography has reviewed the new Ricoh CX3 compact digital camera. This camera comes with a new interesting CMOS sensor that is back illuminated. Ricoh claims that this new sensor will give you better pictures. The camera also comes with a nice zoom range and a big 3″ LCD screen.

Some key features for the Ricoh CX3 camera:
-Back-illuminated 10-megapixel CMOS sensor
-10.7x optical zoom lens (28-300mm)
-3″ LCD screen
-High definition 720p video
-Uses SD/SDHC memory cards

Photography Blog gives the Ricoh CX3 a “Highly Recommended” score with 4.5 out of 5 possible stars. The CX3 scores highest on image quality, features and ease of use while scoring a little lower on design and value. Seems like Ricoh has produced a very nice camera, but in my opinion the lack of manual controls and RAW-mode is a bit of a let down. Hopefully that will be added with a Ricoh CX4 if it ever comes out.
Read the full review of the Ricoh CX3 digital camera here.