Digital Camera News and Reviews

Canon PowerShot SX230 HS

CNET UK has tested a new digital camera from Canon that supports GPS tracking. The camera is called Canon PowerShot SX230 HS and is very similar to the SX220 but has GPS tracking as an additional feature.

Some key features for the Canon PowerShot SX230 HS:
-12.1 megapixel image sensor
-14x optical zoom lens (28-392mm)
-Optical image stabilization
-3″ LCD screen
-GPS tracker
-Full 1080p HD Video

CNET UK ends up giving the PowerShot SX230 HS an overall score of 3.5 out of 5 possible stars. On the positive side the reviewer find aspects such as useful zoom range, the image stabilization works well, HD video and the camera is good at taking photos in low light situations. On the negative side we find points such as high price tag, poor flash, not much battery life and the camera is pretty heavy.
Read the full review of the Canon PowerShot SX230 HS digital camera with GPS tracker here.

Canon PIXMA iX6550

Trusted Reviews has test an A3+ color photo printer from Canon. The printer is called Canon PIXMA iX6550 and is able to print up to 11.3 images per minute, or so Canon claims.

Some key features for the Canon PIXMA iX6550 :
-Print photos up to A3+
-Up to 9600 dpi print resolution
-1pl minimum droplet size
-ISO ESAT 11.3 images per minute in mono and 8.8 images per minute in color
-Able to print 10×15 cm borderless photo in abouts 36 seconds
-5 single ink tanks

Trusted Reviews ends up giving the PIXMA iX6550 an overall score of 7 out of 10 possible points. The Canon printer scores highest on print quality and print speeds, while it scores a bit lower on features and value for your money. The reviewer likes that the printer is fast, has a high resolution and it has a small size. There are some negative points too including no LCD display, no memory card slots and the printer does not support wireless printing. If you are looking for a photo printer that is able to print large photos and does not need the most advanced features the iX6550 might be your choice.
Read the full review of the Canon PIXMA iX6550 A3+ color photo printer here.

Casio EX-H30

Photography Blog has reviewed a travel-zom camera from Casio. The camera is called Casio EX-H30 and has a nice wide angle lens that starts at 24mm and over 16 megapixels.

Some key features for the Casio EX-H30:
-16.1 megapixel image sensor
-12.5x optical zoom lens (24-300mm)
-3″ LCD screen
-1,000-shot battery life
-Able to record 720p HD movies
-Available in sliver, black, red, and gold

Photography Blog ends up giving the EX-H30 a “Recommended” rating with an overall score of 4 out of 5 possible stars. The camera gets a highest score on design, ease of use and value for your money, while it scores a little lower on image quality and features. This Casio camera is a good choice if you are looking for a travel camera with a broad zoom range. It has many good features and the design is nice.
Read the full review of the Casio EX-H30 travel-zoom camera here.

Epson Stylus Office BX925FWD

Trusted Reviews has tested a multifunction inkjet printer from Epson that is on paper able to print very fast. In addition to being able to print the Epson Stylus Office BX925FWD is able to copy, scan and fax.

Some key features for the Epson Stylus Office BX925FWD:
-Able to print, copy, fax and scan
-Print speeds up to 38 pages per minute in both color and monochrome
-Print resolution up to 5760 x 1440 dpi
-Wireless printing
-Duplex printing
-30-sheet Automatic Document Feeder (ADF)
-Two 250-sheet paper trays

Trusted Reviews ends up giving the BX925FWD a very good review with an overall score of 9 out of 10 possible points. The printer scores highest on features and print speeds, while it scores a little lower on value for your money and print quality. Overall this Epson is very capable and fast. It has nice features such as twin paper trays and full duplexing. If you are looking for color multifunction printer this Epson printer might be your choice.
Read the full review of the Epson Stylus Office BX925FWD multifunction inkjet color printer here.