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Month: September, 2009

Olympus FE-3010 test / review by CNET UK – Ultra-compact design

10 September, 2009 (09:45) | Compact Camera, Olympus, Review | By: Camera News

Olympus FE-3010
Olympus FE-3010

CNET UK has reviewed the Olympus FE-3010 compact digital camera. This Olympus camera feature 12 megapixels and has an ultra-compact design that makes it suitable to carry everywhere.

Some key features for the Olympus FE-3010:
-12 megapixel image sensor
-Ultra-compact design
-3x optical zoom lens
-2.7″ LCD screen
-xD Picture Cards and microSD memory cards

CNET UK ends up giving the Olympus FE-3010 a “Good” 6.2 rating. The reviewer likes the design of the camera, but finds it a bit slow and the photos that it produces are a bit soft. The FE-3010 is pretty cheap, but you might look at other cameras in the same class to see if there are any other cameras that give you better image quality.
Read the full review of the Olympus FE-3010 camera here.

Canon PowerShot SX20 IS test / review by Photography Blog- super-zoom camera

9 September, 2009 (12:46) | Canon, Compact Camera, Review | By: Camera News

Canon PowerShot SX20 IS
Canon PowerShot SX20 IS

Photography Blog has reviewed the Canon PowerShot SX20 IS compact digital camera. This Canon super-zoom camera feature 20x optical zoom, high definition video and 12 megapixels. It is always interesting to see what the reviewer thinks about the image quality of a camera with a zoom this long.

Some key features for the Canon PowerShot SX20 IS:
-20x optical zoom lens (28-560mm)
-12 megapixel image sensor
-HD video recording (720p)
-2.5″ LCD screen
-Image stabilization

Photography Blog ends up giving the Canon PowerShot SX20 IS a “Recommended” 4 out of 5 stars review. It does not get top score when it comes to image quality as there is quite a bit of noise at higher ISO levels. The video recording on the other hand seems to be good with a handy 20x optical zoom and HD quality. Overall the SX20 IS seems like a good camera with a few shortcomings.
Read the full review of the Canon PowerShot SX20 IS digital camera here.

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.


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