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Category: Compact Camera

Kodak EasyShare Z950 test / review by Digital Camera Review – budget camera with 10x optical zoom

7 September, 2009 (12:36) | Compact Camera, Kodak, Review | By: Camera News

Kodak EasyShare Z950
Kodak EasyShare Z950

Digital Camera Review has reviewed the compact digital camera Kodak EasyShare Z950. This budget camera from Kodak offer 10x optical zoom and 12 megapixels so it will be interesting to see how the image quality is.

Some key features for the Kodak EasyShare Z950:
-12 megapixel image sensor
-10x optical zoom (35-350mm)
-3″ LCD screen
-Smart Capture feature
-HD video

Digital Camera Review ends up giving the Kodak EasyShare Z950 an ok review as the camera has a good lens, good ergonomics and performs well at higher ISO levels. There is a few shortcomings like bland colors and some overexposure, but at the price this seems like a fine compact camera from Kodak.
Read the full review of the Kodak EasyShare Z950 camera here.

Samsung announces Samsung ST45 ultra slim compact digital camera

4 September, 2009 (13:25) | Compact Camera, Samsung | By: Camera News

Samsung ST45
Samsung ST45

Samsung announced a new compact digital camera called Samsung ST45. The design of the ST45 is very slim with its 16mm thickness. It also feature 12 megapixels and ISO sensitivity up to 3200, but the press release does not say what kind of zoom range it has.

Some key features for the Samsung ST45:
-Ultra slim design: 16mm thick
-12 megapixel sensor
-2.7″ LCD screen
-Digital image stabilization
-Smart Scene Recognition
-ISO sensitivity up to 3200

The Samsung ST45 will be available late in September 2009 in red, black, blue and grey designs.

Press release:
Samsung Announces Ultra Slim and Ultra Light Digital Compact Camera

9:00am BST 3rd September 2009 – Samsung, leaders in innovation and digital imaging, is pleased to announce the launch of the 16mm ultra slim ST45. The aluminium ST45 combines innovative technology and user-friendly features to deliver optimum image quality in a light and stylish package.

Smart Auto – Scene Recognition
The 12 mega pixel ST45 features a 2.7” QVGA (230K) TFT LCD screen and Samsung’s new “Smart Scene Recognition” technology. “Smart Scene Recognition” has 11 optimized picture pre-settings such as Portrait, Night portrait, Macro, Macro Colour, helping people take the perfect shot regardless of the conditions. You can also use these settings when sorting through your photos – making it quick and easy to find all the portrait, outdoor or macro images you’ve taken.

Digital Image Stabilisation/Self Portrait & Frame Guide
The ST45 offers Digital Image Stabilisation helping you get great sharp images without blurring. A highly sensitive ISO 3200 and Samsung’s Self Portrait & Frame Guide are included within the ultra slim and light ST45 alongside a host of other advanced features. The Frame Guide means you no longer need to rely on the technological capabilities of strangers for those perfect holiday snaps. When you use the setting, the camera takes a ghost picture of your desired shot and displays a template when you pass the camera over to someone else – ensuring they always take the picture you want them to take once you’re in it.

Face Detection
“Face Detection” locates the subject’s face within the frame and automatically adjusts auto focus and auto exposure to ensure better composition and image quality for portraits; in “Blink Detection Mode” the camera will take a series of shots when closed eyes are detected so everyone is captured with their eyes open; in “Smile Mode” a picture is automatically taken when smiles are detected and, in “Beauty Shot” mode, facial skin is retouched for a brighter and smoother skin tone.

Smart Album – Digital Contents Management
The ST45 features a new “Smart Album” Digital Contents Management system; a contents management program within the camera itself that significantly reduces the time it takes to find a photo – so it’s quick and easy to store and manage your picture collection. The clever navigation program automatically organises your shots based on the date they were taken, their contents, colour or themes.

“Samsung is delighted to strengthen its range of compact cameras with the launch of the sophisticated ST45. Our cameras set the benchmark for quality and innovation and with the launch of the ST45 all photographers will enjoy taking high quality images” said Steve Mitchell, General Manager Marketing, Samsung Digital Imaging Division.

The ST45 is available in Red, Black, Blue and Grey. All colours will be available from leading high street and online retailers from late September 2009. Samsung Cameras include a one year warranty. Customers requiring further information should call 0845 726 7864 or visit samsungcamera.co.uk

About Samsung Digital Imaging
Samsung Digital Imaging is a leading-edge expert in delivering high-end digital cameras and camcorders for today’s and future generations of photographers and videographers by merging technical innovation with superior design. Samsung’s global brand image has been enhanced tremendously in recent years – it is believed to be in the top 20 of the world’s most powerful brands, and is recognised as the fourth fastest-growing brand in the world, according to Interbrand.

Canon Digital IXUS 110 IS / Canon PowerShot SD960 IS review / test by Lets Go Digital

4 September, 2009 (08:53) | Canon, Compact Camera, Review | By: Camera News

Canon Digital IXUS 110 IS
Canon Digital IXUS 110 IS

Lets Go Digital has reviewed the Canon Digital IXUS 110 IS compact digital camera (also known as Canon PowerShot SD960 IS in some markets). This IXUS camera feature 12 megapixels and 4x wide angle zoom.

Some key features for the Canon Digital IXUS 110 IS:
-12 megapixel image sensor
-4x optical zoom lens (28-112mm)
-Optical image stabilization
-720p HD video
-2.8″ LCD screen
-HDMI connector

Lets Go Digital ends up giving the Canon Digital IXUS 110 IS a “Recommended” 77 % rating. The camera is able to take pretty good pictures, but at higher ISO values the quality goes a bit downhill and there is some chromatic aberration. The IXUS 110 IS is a good choice for the every day photographer, but you might want to look at another camera if you are a more serious photographer.
Read the full review of the Canon Digital IXUS 110 IS / Canon PowerShot SD960 IS camera here.

Pentax X70 super-zoom compact camera review / test by Photography Blog

3 September, 2009 (09:00) | Compact Camera, Pentax, Review | By: Camera News

Pentax X70
Pentax X70

Photography Blog has reviewed the first super-zoom digital camera from Pentax. The camera is called Pentax X70 has an impressive 24x optical zoom and a big 12 megapixel sensor. It remains to be seen if the X70 can produce pictures of good quality.

Some key features for the Pentax X70:
-24x optical zoom lens (26-624mm)
-12 megapixel sensor
-2.7″ LCD screen
-triple shake reduction
-Super Macro Mode for getting as close as 1 cm
-HD video at 1280×720 at 15 frames per second

Photography Blog ends up giving the Pentax X70 a “Recommended” 4 out 5 stars rating. The camera scores highest on design and features while scoring a bit lower on image quality and ease of use. Like most super-zooms you have to expect a few downsides when you get the massive zoom range and it is the same with the Pentax X70.
Read the full review of the Pentax X70 super-zoom camera here.


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