Jun 08, 2007 05:15 PM
Nikon D80 User Review at Digital Camera Review
Source: digitalcamerareview.com
"The pictures this camera produces is phenomenal and especially with the 50mm lens it's extremely versatile. You can easily take quick pictures with automatic modes or spend a bit more time composing an artistic shot with manual (although it might frustrate your friends / subjects). I haven’t really had any gripes yet with the camera, the downsides such as size and complaints that it might not compare to higher end DSLRs is really fine to me. I think that has as much to do with lens usage as camera body. I feel I found a great camera that will last me the next several years as I explore photography further and begin to accumulate enough skill to warrant a higher end DSLR or several new lenses."
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Jun 08, 2007 05:18 PM
Pentax K100D Review at The Online Photographer
Source: Theonlinephotographer
"So the upshot of my brief experience with the camera, and my appraisal of its situation in the current market, is that it tags along behind the Canikon category leaders offering—quite fairly—less for less, but, when called upon to compete head-to-head, it slaps its only direct competitor, the D50, smartly upside the head with its bargain anti-shake. ... in terms of optics "native" to the DSLRs, Pentax makes a few lenses nobody else does. With the K100 I used, I was sent a new DA 21mm ƒ/3.4 pancake lens. This is a lens after my own heart: a high-performance prime in a highly portable package. It crossed my mind that it might be worth getting a K100 just to use this lovely little lens all the time. But maybe that's just me."
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Jun 08, 2007 05:26 PM
Sony DSC H9 Review at Cameras.co.uk
Source: cameras.co.uk
"Just because a camera has a very long lens and lots of megapixels doesn't mean that it will take good photographs. In fact delivering this length of lens is a tough engineering job. Looking at my test shots Sony have done well with the DSC H9. ... If you are looking for a digital camera with an extreme zoom lens then there is not that much choice around. I haven't found any major flaws in the Sony DSC H9. So if it's extra zoom you need then this is one to go for."
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Jun 08, 2007 05:24 PM
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ8 Review at Steve's Digicams
Source: Steves-digicams.com
Steve's Digicams has a review of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ8: "Like all of the "FZ" series models from Panasonic, the DMC-FZ8 is one awesome digicam. With excellent image quality, blazing fast performance, generous 12x zoom range, MEGA O.I.S, and wealth of user-friendly/advanced exposure modes, the FZ8 is hard to beat in the "ultra-zoom" category. With 7-megapixels of resolution, you'll have no problem creating beautiful 13x19-inch or larger prints. With a street price of only US$349 (May 2007), the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ8 offers and outstanding value for such a capable 7-megapixel model!"
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Jun 08, 2007 12:25 AM
Koncept's Z-BAR LED lamp: 40,000 hours of industrial grace
Source: konceptech.com
The Z-Bar Lamp, a super sleek lamp about as wide as your finger, longer than your arm, and ultra-adjustable. 66 super-bright LEDs provide a strip of bright white light with low heat, minimal electricity, no bulky head, and a super long lifespan. Use the weighted stand to place it anywhere on your desk, or use the desk clamp and take up almost no desk space at all.
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Jun 07, 2007 05:16 PM
Eureka N!ergy Tent
Source: Eurekatent.com
Perfect for rainy days or evening gatherings! tent Designed by visionary Eureka!® camping specialists, the E! Power™ System integrates three factory-installed 12-volt outlets inside the N!ergy tent with Eureka!’s exclusive E! Power Pak™*, a portable & rechargeable battery, to power your favorite 12-volt accessories right inside your tent for the ultimate in camping comfort!
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Jun 07, 2007 05:10 PM
Casio Exilim EX-V7 Review at Cameras.co.uk
Source: Cameras.co.uk
Cameras.co.uk has a review of the Casio Exilim EX-V7: "Although this camera is not perfect my test results produced a series of above average photos. Looking at the first outdoor photo there are a number of checkpoints that the camera handled well. In this photo I like the colours and I felt the camera handled the glare from the sun better than a number of other models I have tested recently. One area where it is less than perfect is in the levels of sharpness in the photo. They are not bad, but looking at areas such as the brick work on the building the overall sharpness does not quite match up to many other digital cameras. ... Although not perfect the test photos I took with the Casio Exilim EX-V7 were above average and if you are looking for a simple enough camera with some extra zoom I can see no harm in taking a look at this one."
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Jun 07, 2007 05:06 PM
Pentax Optio M30 Review at Reg Hardware
Source: reghardware.co.uk
Reg Hardware has a review of the Pentax Optio M30: "The glare that results from the lack of non-reflective coating on the the LCD monitor means shooting in sunlight can become extremely annoying. Plus this 2.5in display is susceptible to scratches if not properly protected when in transit - but this is the case with many compact cameras. However, the Optio M30 is well-designed, well-made and comfortable to use with good overall performance and battery life. The 3x optical zoom, 7.1-megapixel sensor and maximum ISO of 3200 (in Digital SR mode) means that the M30 will carry its weight in this class of compact digital for some time to come."
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Jun 07, 2007 05:01 PM
Nikon Coolpix L12 Review at CNET
Source: CNET
CNET has a review of the Nikon Coolpix L12: " In good lighting, the L12 takes very nice, colorful photos. In low lighting, the camera's ISO-boosted grain, and the noise reduction algorithms that try to keep it in check, destroys much of the detail in the captured images. Since the flash takes so long to recycle, and its high ISO noise is so obtrusive, the L12 is rendered almost useless in low light. Even though it includes features I was surprised to see on a budget camera, the Nikon Coolpix L12 simply has too many problems for me to recommend it. While face detection and optical image stabilization are both very nice, they can't make up for the camera's slow shooting, painfully long flash recycle time, and inconsistent low-light shots."
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Jun 07, 2007 01:21 AM
Canon’s 50 Megapixel CMOS SensorCanon crams 50 megapixels into a CMOS prototype
Source: engadget.com
You won't be seeing one of these sensors in your fashioncam any time soon. Canon has built a 50 megapixel CMOS monstrosity, which is reportedly almost twice the resolution of its nearest competition, and is prepping it as a sort of large format surveillance camera for monitoring large, busy areas such as parking lots and theme parks, along with detailed work like factory part inspections.
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Nikon D80 User Review at Digital Camera Review
Source: digitalcamerareview.com
"The pictures this camera produces is phenomenal and especially with the 50mm lens it's extremely versatile. You can easily take quick pictures with automatic modes or spend a bit more time composing an artistic shot with manual (although it might frustrate your friends / subjects). I haven’t really had any gripes yet with the camera, the downsides such as size and complaints that it might not compare to higher end DSLRs is really fine to me. I think that has as much to do with lens usage as camera body. I feel I found a great camera that will last me the next several years as I explore photography further and begin to accumulate enough skill to warrant a higher end DSLR or several new lenses."(0) Your comment | Continue reading (...)
Jun 08, 2007 05:18 PM
Pentax K100D Review at The Online Photographer
Source: Theonlinephotographer
"So the upshot of my brief experience with the camera, and my appraisal of its situation in the current market, is that it tags along behind the Canikon category leaders offering—quite fairly—less for less, but, when called upon to compete head-to-head, it slaps its only direct competitor, the D50, smartly upside the head with its bargain anti-shake. ... in terms of optics "native" to the DSLRs, Pentax makes a few lenses nobody else does. With the K100 I used, I was sent a new DA 21mm ƒ/3.4 pancake lens. This is a lens after my own heart: a high-performance prime in a highly portable package. It crossed my mind that it might be worth getting a K100 just to use this lovely little lens all the time. But maybe that's just me."(0) Your comment | Continue reading (...)
Jun 08, 2007 05:26 PM
Sony DSC H9 Review at Cameras.co.uk
Source: cameras.co.uk
"Just because a camera has a very long lens and lots of megapixels doesn't mean that it will take good photographs. In fact delivering this length of lens is a tough engineering job. Looking at my test shots Sony have done well with the DSC H9. ... If you are looking for a digital camera with an extreme zoom lens then there is not that much choice around. I haven't found any major flaws in the Sony DSC H9. So if it's extra zoom you need then this is one to go for."(0) Your comment | Continue reading (...)
Jun 08, 2007 05:24 PM
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ8 Review at Steve's Digicams
Source: Steves-digicams.com
Steve's Digicams has a review of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ8: "Like all of the "FZ" series models from Panasonic, the DMC-FZ8 is one awesome digicam. With excellent image quality, blazing fast performance, generous 12x zoom range, MEGA O.I.S, and wealth of user-friendly/advanced exposure modes, the FZ8 is hard to beat in the "ultra-zoom" category. With 7-megapixels of resolution, you'll have no problem creating beautiful 13x19-inch or larger prints. With a street price of only US$349 (May 2007), the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ8 offers and outstanding value for such a capable 7-megapixel model!"(0) Your comment | Continue reading (...)
Jun 08, 2007 12:25 AM
Koncept's Z-BAR LED lamp: 40,000 hours of industrial grace
Source: konceptech.com
The Z-Bar Lamp, a super sleek lamp about as wide as your finger, longer than your arm, and ultra-adjustable. 66 super-bright LEDs provide a strip of bright white light with low heat, minimal electricity, no bulky head, and a super long lifespan. Use the weighted stand to place it anywhere on your desk, or use the desk clamp and take up almost no desk space at all.
(0) Your comment | Continue reading (...)
Jun 07, 2007 05:16 PM
Eureka N!ergy Tent
Source: Eurekatent.com
Perfect for rainy days or evening gatherings! tent Designed by visionary Eureka!® camping specialists, the E! Power™ System integrates three factory-installed 12-volt outlets inside the N!ergy tent with Eureka!’s exclusive E! Power Pak™*, a portable & rechargeable battery, to power your favorite 12-volt accessories right inside your tent for the ultimate in camping comfort!
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Jun 07, 2007 05:10 PM
Casio Exilim EX-V7 Review at Cameras.co.uk
Source: Cameras.co.uk
Cameras.co.uk has a review of the Casio Exilim EX-V7: "Although this camera is not perfect my test results produced a series of above average photos. Looking at the first outdoor photo there are a number of checkpoints that the camera handled well. In this photo I like the colours and I felt the camera handled the glare from the sun better than a number of other models I have tested recently. One area where it is less than perfect is in the levels of sharpness in the photo. They are not bad, but looking at areas such as the brick work on the building the overall sharpness does not quite match up to many other digital cameras. ... Although not perfect the test photos I took with the Casio Exilim EX-V7 were above average and if you are looking for a simple enough camera with some extra zoom I can see no harm in taking a look at this one."(0) Your comment | Continue reading (...)
Jun 07, 2007 05:06 PM
Pentax Optio M30 Review at Reg Hardware
Source: reghardware.co.uk
Reg Hardware has a review of the Pentax Optio M30: "The glare that results from the lack of non-reflective coating on the the LCD monitor means shooting in sunlight can become extremely annoying. Plus this 2.5in display is susceptible to scratches if not properly protected when in transit - but this is the case with many compact cameras. However, the Optio M30 is well-designed, well-made and comfortable to use with good overall performance and battery life. The 3x optical zoom, 7.1-megapixel sensor and maximum ISO of 3200 (in Digital SR mode) means that the M30 will carry its weight in this class of compact digital for some time to come."
(0) Your comment | Continue reading (...)
Jun 07, 2007 05:01 PM
Nikon Coolpix L12 Review at CNET
Source: CNET
CNET has a review of the Nikon Coolpix L12: " In good lighting, the L12 takes very nice, colorful photos. In low lighting, the camera's ISO-boosted grain, and the noise reduction algorithms that try to keep it in check, destroys much of the detail in the captured images. Since the flash takes so long to recycle, and its high ISO noise is so obtrusive, the L12 is rendered almost useless in low light. Even though it includes features I was surprised to see on a budget camera, the Nikon Coolpix L12 simply has too many problems for me to recommend it. While face detection and optical image stabilization are both very nice, they can't make up for the camera's slow shooting, painfully long flash recycle time, and inconsistent low-light shots."(0) Your comment | Continue reading (...)
Jun 07, 2007 01:21 AM
Canon’s 50 Megapixel CMOS SensorCanon crams 50 megapixels into a CMOS prototype
Source: engadget.com
You won't be seeing one of these sensors in your fashioncam any time soon. Canon has built a 50 megapixel CMOS monstrosity, which is reportedly almost twice the resolution of its nearest competition, and is prepping it as a sort of large format surveillance camera for monitoring large, busy areas such as parking lots and theme parks, along with detailed work like factory part inspections.(0) Your comment | Continue reading (...)
