Digital Camera News and Reviews

Canon Pixma MG4150

CNET UK has tested a new Pixma printer from Canon called Canon Pixma MG4150. The Canon printer is able to print up to 9.9 images per minute, or so Canon claims, and you can print directly from your phone with this printer.

Some key features for the Canon Pixma MG4150 printer:
-Print speeds up to 9.9 images per minute in black and 5.7 images per minute in color
-Wi-Fi connectivity
-Web-enabled
-All-in-One that is able to print, copy and scan
-Able to print a 10x15cm borderless photo in approximately 44 seconds
-6cm LCD display

CNET UK ends up giving the MG4150 an overall score of 3 out of 5 possible stars. The reviewer likes aspects such as onboard wireless printing, it is relativity cheap to run and it makes good text prints. There are a few negative points hindering the inkjet printer from getting a higher score including slow print speeds and the graphic prints could been better. If you are looking for a cheap printer that is able to print from your cell phone or tablet, this might be your choice if you can live with the slow print speeds.
Read the full review of the Canon Pixma MG4150 web-enabled All-in-One printer here.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 / Lumix DMC-TZ30

About.com has reviewed a new compact camera from Panasonic called Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 (or Lumix DMC-TZ30 in some regions). The digital camera has nice features such as 20x optical zoom starting at 24mm and a GPS device in addition to over 14 megapixels.

Some key features for the Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 / Lumix DMC-TZ30:
-14.1 megapixel image sensor
-20x optical zoom lens (24-480mm)
-3″ LCD screen
-GPS functionality
-HD movie recording
-USB charging

About.com ends up giving the Lumix camera a very good review with an overall score of 4.5 stars out of 5 possible. On the positive side the reviewer finds aspects such as useful zoom range, very good image quality and good overall performance. There are a couple things keeping the Panasonic camera from getting a perfect score including a high price tag and the built-in flash could be a bit better. Overall this seems like a very good choice if you are looking for a compact camera with GPS functionality.
Read the full review of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 / Lumix DMC-TZ30 digital camera here.

Fujifilm X-Pro1

Photography Blog has tested the new compact system camera from Fujifilm that is called Fujifilm X-Pro1. The camera that has a very retro looking design is targeted at photographers wanting excellent pictures and are willing to shell out a bit of extra money. Let us hear what the blog thinks about this Fujifilm camera.

Some key features for the Fujifilm X-Pro1 camera:
-16.3 megapixel APS-C X-Trans CMOS sensor
-3″ LCD screen
-Fujifilm X-Mount
-Hybrid Multi Viewfinder
-Focal Plane Shutter

Photography Blog ends up giving the X-Pro1 a “Highly Recommended” rating with an overall score of 4.5 stars out of 5 possible. The system camera scores highest on image quality where it gets a perfect score, a little lower on image quality, features and design, and lowest on value for you money. The reviewer really loves its handling and the design is just stunning. There are a few quirks keeping the camera from getting a perfect score, but it is nice to see Fujifilm bringing something different to the market.
Read the full review of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 compact system camera here.

Olympus SP-620UZ

Photography Blog has tested a so called ultra zoom camera from Olympus that sports 21x optical zoom. The Olympus SP-620UZ also has 16 megapixels and the ability to record HD videos.

Some key features for the Olympus SP-620UZ camera:
-16 megapixel image sensor
-21x optical zoom lens
-Sensor-shift image stabilisation
-3″ LCD screen
-720p HD video recording

Photography Blog ends up giving the SP-620UZ a “Recommended” rating with 4 out of 5 possible stars. The Olympus camera scores highest on value for your money, a little lower on ease of use and image quality, while it scores lowest on features and design. If you are looking for a budget zoom camera this might be your choice, but do not expect all the features that you get from other camera models.
Read the full review of the Olympus SP-620UZ ultra zoom camera here.