Digital Camera News and Reviews

Dell 1135n

Printer Comparison has tested a multifunction monochrome laser printer from Dell. This Dell printer is called Dell 1135n and is able to fax, print, copy and scan.

Some key features for the Dell 1135n printer:
-4-in-1 device that is able to print, scan, copy and fax
-Print speeds up to 23 pages per minute
-Print resolution up to 1200 x 1200 dpi
-Automatic document feeder (ADF)
-250-sheet paper cassette
-USB 2 and ethernet connectivity

Printer Comparison ends up giving the Dell 1135n an overall rating of 4 out of 5 possible stars. The reviewer finds several positive points with the Dell printer including compact design, low printing costs per page and that you are able to do color scans. On the negative side we find aspects such as no front side USB socket and you have to do duplexing manually. The 1135n scores highest on print quality and operations costs, a little lower on performance, print speeds and ease of use while scoring lowest on features. Overall it seems like a good monochrome laser printer that is able to do most things a small office needs.
Read the full review of the Dell 1135n multifunction printer here.

Sanyo Xacti VPC-CS1

Camcorder Info has reviewed a full HD camcorder from Sanyo. The Sanyo camcorder is called Sanyo Xacti VPC-CS1 and is able to capture HD videos at a resolution up to 1920 x 1080 pixels.

Some key features for the Sanyo Xacti VPC-CS1:
-Video resolution up to 1920 x 1080 pixels
-9x optical zoom lens (38 – 380mm)
-2.7″ LCD screen
-Uses SD, SDHC and SDXC memory cards

Camcorder Info ends up giving the Sanyo Xacti VPC-CS1 a pretty poor review. The Sanyo camcorder is actually able to capture videos of good quality in bright light, but there are several shortcomings like cheap design, terrible handling and the controls could be much better. The biggest problem with the camcorder is that is not really able to get the shots in focus. It seems like a pretty useless camcorder if you ask me, even though it has some very impressive specifications. Better luck next time Sanyo!
Read the full review of the Sanyo Xacti VPC-CS1 HD camcorder here.

Epson PictureMate Show

Epson PictureMate Show is a photo printer from Epson that has a large display that can be used as a photo frame. Seems like a pretty good idea, but let us hear what the reviewer at Printer Comparison thinks about this Epson printer that is supposed to be able to print photos in 37 seconds.

Some key features for the Epson PictureMate Show:
-4” x 6” photo prints
-16:9 tilt digital photo display with 800×480-pixel WVGA resolution
-Print photos in 37 seconds
-270 MB internal memory
-Supports popular memory cards
-Supports USB thumb drives, PictBridge devices

Printer Comparison ends up giving the Epson PictureMate Show an overall score of 4 out of 5 possible stars. On the positive side we find the printer to make photo prints of excellent quality, the photo frame is useful and the print speeds are good. On the negative side there are aspects such as high price tag and you can not really print many different media types with this printer. The Epson printer scores highest on performance, print speeds, features, print quality and ease of use while it scores a bit lower on operational costs and service. Overall the PictureMate Show seems like a good choice if you are interested in a photo printer that also let you show off your pictures in a photo frame.
Read the full review of the Epson PictureMate Show photo printer here.

Samsung TL500 / Samsung EX1

CNET UK has tested a new high end compact digital camera from Samsung. The Samsung camera is called Samsung TL500 (or Samsung EX1 in Europe). The most interesting part of this compact is the bright 3x optical zoom lens that is pretty wide and starts at f/1.8.

Some key features for the Samsung TL500 / Samsung EX1:
-10 megapixel image sensor
-3.0″ multi-angle AMOLED display
-3x wide angle optical zoom lens (24-72mm, f/1.8-2.4)
-RAW capture
-VGA video recording in H.264 format

CNET UK ends up giving the Samsung TL500 / Samsung EX1 a good review with an overall score of 3.5 stars out of 5 possible. On the positive side the reviewer finds the build quality and finish to be very good. The big swiveling AMOLED display is also great and so is all the control you get over your photography with this camera. On the negative side we find aspects such as some awkward controls and maybe it is better to buy small Micro Four Thirds cameras like Olympus EPL-1 or Panasonic GF1. The Samsung camera is a good camera, no doubt about that.
Read the full review of the Samsung TL500 / Samsung EX1 digital camera here.