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Month: August, 2009

Samsung HZ15W (WB550) test / review by Digital Camera Resource Page

24 August, 2009 (11:06) | Compact Camera, Review, Samsung | By: Camera News

Samsung HZ15W
Samsung HZ15W

Digital Camera Resource Page has reviewed the Samsung HZ15W (also known as WB550 in some countries) compact digital camera. The HZ15W feature 12 megapixels and a long 10x optical zoom lens.

Some key features for the Samsung HZ15W:
-12 megapixel sensor
-10x optical zoom lens (24 – 240mm)
-3″ LCD screen
-720p movie mode
-built-in HDMI connectivity

The reviewer at Digital Camera Resource Page gives the Samsung HZ15W a pretty average score as the camera has lots of nice features, but it also some downsides. On the positive side the reviewer finds that the HZ15W has a useful zoom range, big LCD screen and produces pictures with good color and exposure. There are some downsides like heavy noise reduction even at lower ISO levels making the pictures a bit soft, poor low light focusing and limited manual mode.
Read the full review of the Samsung HZ15W camera here.

Epson announces Epson Stylus Photo PX810FW 4-in-1 Wi-Fi photo printer

21 August, 2009 (12:06) | Epson, Printer | By: Camera News

Epson Stylus Photo PX810FW
Epson Stylus Photo PX810FW

The second printer that Epson announced today is called Epson Stylus Photo PX810FW. This photo printer feature Wi-Fi capability and high end printing.

Some key features for the Epson Stylus Photo PX810FW:
-4-in-1 photo, scan, fax and copy
-Wi-Fi capability
-Duplexing
-Print on CDs and DVDs

The Epson Stylus Photo PX810FW printer will be on the marked in September 2009 and cost about £300.

Press release:
Epson launches its new Stylus Photo PX810FW: the elegant and intelligent 4-in-1 printer for the wireless home

18 August 2009 – Epson today launches the Epson Stylus Photo PX810FW, a high-end 4-in-1 photo printer for the modern home.

Integrating fax capability with Hi-Definition photo printing, scanning and copying, the PX810FW is Epson’s flagship Wi-Fi, all-in-one for the home user. Its compact and contemporary design, paired with modern technology and high feature set, makes this the ideal all-in-one printer for those who want the best.

Paolo Marenghi, Product Manager, Epson UK, said: “The PX810FW is now the most advanced and feature-rich photo printer offered to home users today. With an impressive 19.8cm touch panel user interface this new printer is not only simple to use but combines innovative technology with style. With built-in Wi-Fi and Ethernet connectivity, the PX810FW is perfect for everyone in the home to use and share.”

In addition to the PX810FW’s exceptional print quality and aspirational design, the printer also comes with an impressive range of integrated features. You can save paper by double-sided printing with the included duplexer. An automatic document feeder allows for convenient faxing, copying and scanning of multiple pages. The auto-selecting A4 and photo sized paper trays means that both A4 plain and photo sized paper is always ready for use, and the PX810FW also has the capacity to print directly onto suitable CDs and DVDs.

Additional features of this top-of-the-range 4-in-1 photo printer include the ability to view, edit and print photos directly from a memory card using the touch panel, direct printing from PictBridge compatible cameras and OCR (Optical Character Recognition) software for text scanning. An Epson Photo Paper Pack is also included, so you can start printing high-quality photos on Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper in 10x15cm, 13x18cm and A4 sizes straight away.

The innovative greeting card feature allows you to produce a personalised 10x15cm card incorporating your own handwritten message within the photo without even switching on the PC. Perfect for party invites or ‘Thank You’ notes.

The Epson Stylus Photo PX810FW uses Epson’s Micro Piezo™ print head technology which, when combined with Epson Claria Photographic Ink, ensures that images are life-like, colours are sharp and vivid and that photos exceed lab quality. Images created will also last for up to 98 years in a photo frame or over 200 years in an album and individual ink cartridges mean that only the colour used will need replacing, reducing the amount of money spent on ink. These individual ink cartridges are easily identified by the “Hummingbird” image and are also available in a convenient, cost saving multipack.

Epson Stylus Photo PX810FW key features summary:
• Contemporary design to fit modern surroundings
• Hi-Definition photo printing, scanning and copying, plus fax
• Large 19.8cm touch panel for easy operation
• Integrated wireless and Ethernet for shared printing, scanning and faxing
• Fax, copy and scan multiple pages with the automatic document feeder
• Save paper with automatic printing on both sides of the page
• Auto-selecting A4 and photo paper trays for media flexibility
• Personalise your CDs and DVDs by printing directly onto suitable discs
• Epson Claria Photographic Ink for glossy, long-lasting photos
• Save money with individual inks – only replace the colour used
• ENERGY STAR® qualified
• RRP including VAT, £299.99 – available 01 September, 2009

Epson announces Epson Stylus Photo PX710W all-in-one photo printer

21 August, 2009 (11:54) | Epson, Printer | By: Camera News

Epson Stylus Photo PX710W
Epson Stylus Photo PX710W

Epson has announced two new photo printers. The first printer is called Epson Stylus Photo PX710W and is all-in-one hi definition photo printer with Wi-Fi capability.

Some key features for the Epson Stylus Photo PX710W:
-Support photo prints in 10x15cm, 13x18cm and A4 sizes
-Print and view pictures directly from memory cards
-6.3cm LCD viewer
-Only 150mm tall

The Epson Stylus Photo PX710W will be available in September 2009 and cost about £200.

Press release:
Epson introduces its new Epson Stylus Photo PX710W: the Hi-Definition all-in-one printer for the wireless home

18 August 2009 – Epson today announces the launch of the new Epson Stylus Photo PX710W.

A wireless, all-in-one, Hi-Definition photo printer perfect for any modern living environment, the PX710W produces photos that exceed lab quality thanks to exclusive and innovative Epson technology.

Paolo Marenghi, Product Manager, Epson UK, said: “With its Wi-Fi capability and contemporary design, the Epson Stylus Photo PX710W can be placed anywhere in the modern home. With integrated paper trays it is far slimmer than most printers standing at only 150mm tall. Whether you wish to print from a PC, Mac or iPhone[1], the PX710W will print any document you need and produce photos of outstanding quality. This product is an all-in-one photo printer that the whole family will enjoy using.”

The Epson Stylus Photo PX710W is capable of printing great quality photos in approximately 10 seconds[2] and comes with an impressive array of features making it an ideal solution for all the family. Integrated wireless and Ethernet enables shared printing and scanning, auto-selecting A4 and photo-sized paper trays mean both plain and photo paper is always ready for use. The PX710W also has the capacity to print directly onto suitable CDs and DVDs.

Additional features in this high-end all-in-one photo printer include the ability to view and print photos directly from a memory card using the 6.3 cm LCD viewer, printing directly from PictBridge compatible digital cameras and optical character recognition (OCR) software for text scanning. An Epson Photo Paper Pack is also included, so you can start printing high-quality photos on Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper in 10x15cm, 13x18cm and A4 sizes straight away.

The innovative greeting card feature allows you to produce a personalised 10x15cm card incorporating your own handwritten message within the photo without even switching on the PC. Perfect for party invites or ‘Thank You’ notes.

The Stylus Photo PX710W uses Epson’s Micro Piezo™ print head technology which, when combined with Epson Claria Photographic Ink, ensures that images are sharp, vibrant and rich in colour. Photos will last for up to 98 years in a photo frame or over 200 years in an album and individual ink cartridges mean that you only need to replace the colour used, reducing the amount of money spent on ink. These individual ink cartridges are easily identified by the “Hummingbird” image and are also available in a convenient, cost saving multipack.

Epson Stylus Photo PX710W key features summary:
• Integrated Wi-Fi and Ethernet for shared printing and scanning
• Scan, copy, and print photos that exceed lab quality
• Compact and contemporary design to fit modern surroundings
• Auto-selecting A4 and photo paper trays for media flexibility
• Print fast 10x15cm photos in approximately 10 seconds3
• Personalise your CDs and DVDs by printing directly onto suitable discs
• Epson Claria Photographic Ink for glossy, long-lasting photos
• Save money with individual inks – only replace the colour used
• ENERGY STAR® qualified
• RRP including VAT, £199.99 – available 01 September, 2009

1. Print and Share application required
2. For more information please visit http://www.epson-europe.com

Sony A-380 DSLR test / review by Camera Labs – budget friendly DSLR

21 August, 2009 (11:35) | DSLR, Review, Sony | By: Camera News

Sony Alpha 380
Sony Alpha 380

Camera Labs has reviewed the DSLR Sony A-380. This Sony camera feature 14.2 megapixels and image stabilization in the camera house. The A-380 seems to be targeted at photographers who want a budget friendly DSLR.

Some key features for the Sony Alpha 380 DSLR:
-14.2 megapixel image sensor
-built in image stabilization
-2.7″ LCD screen that is tiltable
-Eye-Start Autofocus
-supports memory sticks and SD/SDHC memory cards
-Live View

Camera Labs ends up giving the Sony A-380 DSLR a “Recommended” 82% rating. The reviewer likes the image stabilization, the live view function and how user friendly the camera is. There are some bad points like some noise at higher ISO levels and slow continuous shooting. The A-380 camera is also lacking video recording which is becoming a standard in DSLR cameras right now.
Read the full review of the Sony A-380 DSLR camera here.


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