Digital Camera News and Reviews

Kodak EasyShare M580

CNET UK has tested a compact camera from Kodak called Kodak EasyShare M580. The Kodak EasyShare M580 has some nice specifications like 14 megapixels and a 8x optical wideangle zoom lens. Let us hear what the reviewer thinks about the Kodak camera.

Some key features for the Kodak EasyShare M580:
-14 megapixel image sensor
-8x optical zoom lens (28-224mm)
-3″ LCD screen
-HD 720p video recording
-Uses SD and SDHC memory cards

CNET UK ends up giving the Kodak EasyShare M580 a not so very good score with an overall rating of 5.7 points out of 10 possible. On the positive side the Kodak camera is able to take pictures with vivid colors and crisp details and the zoom lens is pretty good. On the negative side the reviewer finds an interface that is really bad, there are about non manual controls and the body design feels really cheap. If Kodak had done some more work on the menu system and designed a better body it would probably get a much better score since the pictures from the M580 is pretty good.
Read the full review of the Kodak EasyShare M580 digital camera here.

Samsung SCX-5635FN

Trusted Reviews has tested a multifunction laser printer from Samsung. The printer is called Samsung SCX-5635FN and is able to copy, print, fax and scan.

Some key features for the Samsung SCX-5635FN:
-Able to scan, print, copy and fax
-250-sheet main paper tray
-50-sheet Automatic Document Feeder (ADF)
-USB and ethernet connecitivity
-Print speeds up to 33 pages per minute

Trusted Reviews ends up giving the Samsung SCX-5635FN an overall score of 7 out of 10 possible points. The Samsung printer scores highest on print speed and features, a little lower on value while it scores lowest on print quality. The 5635FN is a pretty good mono laser printer with good print speeds at low costs, but the print quality could have been better and that is what keeps the printer from getting a higher score.
Read the full review of the Samsung SCX-5635FN mono laser multifunction printer here.

Lexmark Interact S605

PC World has tested the Lexmark Interact S605 Wireless Multifunction Inkjet Printer. This Lexmark has a large 4.3″ LCD with touchscreen abilities and can print, scan and copy.

Some key features for the Lexmark Interact S605 printer:
-Able to print, scan and copy
-Print speeds up to 33 pages per minute
-Print resolution up to 4,800 x 1,200 dpi
-4.3″ touchscreen LCD
-Wireless connectivity
-Individual ink cartridges

PC World gives the Lexmark Interact S605 a mediocre rating with an overall score of 3 points out of 5 possible. On the positive side the reviewer finds the Lexmark printer to have some nice touchscreen controls and the automatic duplexing function is useful. On the negative side we find that the printer makes some washed out copies and the ink is pretty expensive. Overall the S605 has some nice specifications, but the expensive ink is a real turn off.
Read the full review of the Lexmark Interact S605 Wireless Multifunction Inkjet Printer here.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS33 / DMC-FH22

Photography Blog has tested the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS33 (known as DMC-FH22 in some markets) digital camera. The Panasonic camera has over 14 megapixels, a nice zoom range and image stabilization to help you keep your images steady.

Some key features for the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS33 / DMC-FH22:
-14.1 megapixel image sensor
-8x optical zoom lens (28-224mm)
-Optical image stabilization
-3″ touch-screen LCD
-HD video recording in 1280 x 720p at 30fps
-Intelligent Auto mode
-Venus Engine IV image processor

Photography Blog ends up giving the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS33 / DMC-FH22 a “Recommended” rating with 4 out of 5 stars. The Panasonic Lumix camera scores highest on value for your hard earned money while scoring a little lower on features, image quality, design and ease of use. Overall the FS33 seems like a good camera with good specifications that should fit most needs and you get the camera at a good price tag. The only shortcomings are no HDMI output and that you can zoom while using the video mode.
Read the full review of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS33 / DMC-FH22 digital camera here.