Posted by Steve on 31st August 2006
A review of the Canon EOS 400D dSLR, also known as the Canon Rebel XTi, is available at camera labs. The Canon EOS 400D features 10.1 megapixels resolution, a 2.5 inch display and a continuous shooting mode of 3 frames per second with up to 27 images in JPEG format or 10 images in RAW format.
The review results:
“Ultimately the Canon EOS 400D / Rebel XTi is a great entry-level digital SLR which improves on its predecessor in many respects.
[…] The new 400D / Rebel XTi is a great camera to use, produces excellent image quality and is one of the best budget digital SLRs to date. It may have very tough rivals, but still comes Highly Recommended.”
Posted by Steve on 31st August 2006
Ephotozine have reviewed the Nikon D80 dSLR camera. The Nikon D80 complements the dSLR range and sits between the Nikon D70 and the professional Nikon D200. Well priced, the Nikon D80 is equipped with a 10.2 megapixel image sensor, a 2.5 inch LCD screen and can capture up to 3 frames per second.
The review impression:
“Like the D100-200 upgrade before it, this upgrade from the D70 to D80 is a worthwhile step up, both in ability and performance. The jump in pixel count and autofocus ability alone warrants the change, but there are literally dozens of other tweaks as you delve further into the menus. The price also seems to be pitched about right, although market forces will soon see it settle into a slightly lower slot, which is all good news. Highly recommended.”
All available reviews and more information on the Nikon D80.
Posted by Steve on 31st August 2006
PCMag have reviewed the Samsung Digimax L85 digital camera.
The Digimax L85 is a retro style point and shoot camera with 8 megapixels resolutions, a 5x optical zoom and a 2.5 inch screen.
With 1.5 out of 5 points the Samsung Digimax L85 achieved only a ‘poor’ rating.
The review verdict:
“Bottom Line: Although not quite as bad as last year’s Digimax, the new Samsung Digimax L85 comes pretty close.
Pros: Nice design. Some fun features. Decent color. Can connect via HDMI.
Cons: Significant shutter lag. Images are not sharp. Autofocus problems. Overpriced.”
Posted by Steve on 29th August 2006
Nikonians have posted a review of the Nikon D80 dSLR camera. The aggressively priced Nikon D80 is equipped with a 10.2 megapixel image sensor, a 2.5 inch display and has a continuous shooting mode of up to 3 frames per second.
Their impression:
“In short - it’s a mixed bag of goodies. A lot will appeal to the prosumer, and a lot will also appeal to the first-time DSLR buyer or upsell customer. […] Nikon has again raised the bar for DSLRs in this range.”
All available reviews and more information on the Nikon D80.
Posted by Steve on 29th August 2006
The Luminous Landscape have tested the Pentax K100D dSLR camera. The K100D features optical image stabilization, 6 megapixels resolution and a 2.5 inch LCD display.
Here are some of the review impressions:
“[…] What I think we have here in the K100 is a good, solid, basic, entry-level DSLR intended to compete with a) other manufacturers’ entry-level DSLRs and b) anything above about a mid-level “prosumer” digicam. It’s a small, light, well-designed, and well-put-together little camera in the general mold of a Nikon D70, Canon Digital Rebel, and Konica-Minolta 5D.”
All available reviews and more information on the Pentax K100D.
Posted by Steve on 29th August 2006
A review of the Pentax K110D is available at CNet. The Pentax K110D is an entry level digital SLR camera with a 6 megapixel image sensor and a 2.5 inch LCD. The K110D is compatible with K-mount lenses.
With 7.5 out of 10 points as a review result, the Pentax K110D is a “very good” camera.
The review conclusion:
“The good: In-camera optical image stabilization; relatively compact; great mix of auto and manual features.
The bad: Auto white balance is warm in tungsten light; no raw-plus-JPEG mode; only 6 megapixels.
The bottom line: With its built-in image stabilization and comfy mix of manual and automatic features, the Pentax K100D is one of the best dSLR bargains on the market.”
Posted by Steve on 28th August 2006
A camera test of the Pentax K100D dSLR is available at Digital Camera Review. The K100D features optical image stabilization, 6 megapixels resolution and a 2.5 inch LCD display.
The camera test conclusion:
“[…] Family snap-shooters, P&S digicam users just making the jump to a dSLR, student photographers, casual shutterbugs, and old timers with a collection of Pentax glass will appreciate the K100D’s reasonable price, robust construction, operational simplicity, use of available anywhere AA batteries, image stabilization, and solid performance. […] Compatibility with thousands of KAF, KA, K, S (M42), and Pentax Medium Format optics.”
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Posted by Steve on 26th August 2006
Overview
A reasonably priced camera, the compact Olympus FE-140 features 6 megapixels resolution, a 3 times optical zoom and a 2.5 inch screen. The Olympus FE-140 is purely point and shoot, with an automatic exposure mode, as well as a range of scene modes available. With its “one button – one function” design, the FE-140 is easy to operate.
The Olympus FE-140 is also equipped with digital image stabilization, which is available through high sensitivity modes and fast shutter speeds. This can help reduce image blur.
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Posted by Steve on 26th August 2006
Overview
The Nikon Coolpix L3 is a compact digital camera aimed at the entry level market. It offers 5.1 megapixels resolution, a 3 times optical zoom lens and a 2 inch LCD display. Equipped with point and shoot functionality, 15 scene modes, and an integrated help function, the Nikon Coolpix L3 has been designed to be easy to use. Two AA batteries power the L3 camera, so finding replacement batteries while travelling should be easy, and it also means that you can leave the charger at home.
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Posted by Steve on 26th August 2006
A review of the Sony Cybershot DSC-N1 has been posted at dpinterface. The Sony Cybershot DSC-N1 is an ultra compact camera that offers 8.1 megapixels, a 3x optical zoom and a very large 3 inch LCD display.
The review verdict:
“The Sony N1 is a fantastic camera. […]
1. The 8 megapixel imager produces surprisingly good images (at ISO 800 too!) and 2. the great 3 inch touch screen is sharp and viewable… and the N1 has above average battery life even with that LCD. The other versatile features include a powerful flash, some manual controls, an excellent movie mode and enhanced playback features. […]
Overall, the N1 receives a definite recommendation from me.”
All available reviews and more information on the Sony Cybershot DSC-N1.