Posted by Steve on 5th September 2006
Cameras.co.uk have reviewed the Pentax Optio E10, a compact point and shoot camera. The Pentax Optio E10 offers 6 megapixels resolution, a 3x optical zoom and a 2.4 inch LCD screen.
The verdict of the review:
“In price terms the Pentax Optio E10 is a cheap camera. Despite this I do not feel able to recommend it. When it comes to ease of use you will struggle to find cameras much more straightforward than this one, but it is let down by the quality of photos it takes.”
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Posted by Steve on 3rd September 2006
Imaging resource have reviewed the Canon PowerShot SD630 digital camera, also known as the Ixus 65. The Canon SD 630 is an ultra compact, 6 megapixel digital camera with a 3 times optical zoom and a very large 3 inch LCD.
The results of the review:
“Along with providing solid image quality in regular lighting conditions with good color and accurate skin tones, the SD630 incorporates many of Canon’s technological advances for shooting with high ISOs. […]This camera is easily a Dave’s Pick in terms of functionality and image quality, not to mention the camera’s great style.”
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Posted by Steve on 1st September 2006
CNet have reviewed the Nikon D80 digital SLR camera. The Nikon D80 is one of the major announcements in the dSLR market this year. With a recommended retail price of just under $1000 (body only) it is aggressively priced and sits between the Nikon D70 and the professional D200. The D80 offers 10.2 megapixels resolution, a 2.5 inch display and has a continuous shooting mode of up to 3 frames per second.
With a review rating of 8 out of 10, the Nikon D80 is an “excellent” camera.
The review results:
“The good: Excellent color rendition and noise levels; large feature set; highly customizable; lightning-fast performance.
The bad: Full raw editor costs extra; flash sync of 1/200 second.
The bottom line: Nikon scores big with the D80, its new 10-megapixel, sub-$1,000 dSLR.”
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Posted by Steve on 1st September 2006
Photography Blog have published a review of the Kodak Easyshare P712 digital camera. The Kodak Easyshare P712 is a dSLR like ultra zoom camera, featuring a 12x optical zoom, supported by optical image stabilization, 7.1 megapixels resolution and a 2.5 inch display. With its automatic, as well as manual shooting modes, the P712 can be used by both camera novices and experienced photographers.
Here are some of the review results:
“The ability to zoom from 36mm up to 432mm and still get sharp results thanks to the image stabilization system is a revelation if you’re used to a camera with a smaller zoom. Everything from mild wide-angle scenics to distant close-ups is possible, all from a camera that you can fit into a small camera bag, and there isn’t too much distortion at either end of the zoom range.”
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Posted by Steve on 1st September 2006
Digital camera info have tested the Kodak EasyShare C663, an easy to use entry level camera, equipped with 6.1 megapixels resolution, a 3x optical zoom and a 2.5 inch screen.
The opinion of the reviewer:
“This digital camera has few pros and a lot of cons. It has a nicely sized LCD screen, but poor resolution and a narrow viewing angle. The 6-megapixel Kodak EasyShare C663 has manual control over shutter speed and aperture, but doesn’t have a custom white balance setting. […] In the end, the cons outweigh the pros for the Kodak EasyShare C663 – especially considering the $299 price tag.”
Posted by Steve on 1st September 2006
A review of the Pentax K100D dSLR camera is available at DCRP.
The review recommendation:
“With a street price of a little over $600 (with the kit lens), the Pentax K100D is quite a bargain. It doesn’t have the resolution of most of the competition, but it offers solid build quality, great photo quality, and image stabilization for not much money. If you’ve got a Pentax lens collection this camera is a no-brainer, and if you’re buying your first D-SLR then it’s also worth a look.”
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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.”
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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.”
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