AgfaPhoto Releases New Underwater Camera

AgfaPhoto just introduced the DC-600uw underwater and outdoor camera that can withstand pressures of up to two bar and water-resistant at depths of up to 10 meters. This 6MP digicam comes with a 2.4-inch display, a digital zoom, and the face tracking function that automatically recognizes faces. The Agfa DC-600uw will be released in July for $210.

GE Introduces E1250TW Digital Camera

The E1250TW is the latest point-and-shoot camera from GE. This 12-megapixel camera boasts a 28mm wide angle lens, 5x optical zoom and a 3-inch touchscreen display. Other interesting specs include auto detection, face detection, blink detection, smile detection, an auto adjust LCD, red-eye removal, Pan-capture Panorama and HDTV output. The E1250TW is now available for purchase on HSN and on Amazon.com.

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 Released in Japan

Here is good news for those who are living in Japan. Panasonic has announced that they will release the Lumix DMC-FS7 10MP copact camera. Available in Silver, Blue, Pink and Green, the digicam boasts a 4x optical zoom, a 2.7-inch wide view LCD. It is also able to record VGA video at 30fps. Unfortunately, there is no word on pricing of the Japanese version.

Two Cyber-shot Digital Cameras from Sony

Sony just introduced two new Cyber-shot cameras in Europe. The 10.1MP Cybershot W180 and 12.1MP Cybershot W190 feature Sony’s smile shutter technology, 3x zoom stabilized with SteadyShot, 2.7-inch LCD, ISO 3200 sensitivity, and 7 automatic scene selection modes. Pricing info is still unavailable.

Leica Limited Edition M8 White For Pre-order

The Leica M8 White Edition is now available for pre-order. This very limited edition camera is accompanied by a high-quality, real leather carrying strap, embossed with the Leica logo. The control elements are finished in silver chrome. The Leica M8 White Edition is only available for 275 units. You can now pre-order it for $8.500 a pop.

Latest Kodak M-series Digital Camera

Kodak Europe expands its M-series digicam by releasing the EasyShare M420. The 10MP camera features a 4x optical zoom Schneider-Kreuznach Variogon wide-angle zoom lens (35 mm equivalent: 28–112 mm) with image stabilization and blur reduction. The camera also has a 3.0-inch (7.6 cm) wide-angle viewing color LCD with auto picture rotation. Available in Plum, Silver, Red and Black, the Kodak EasyShare M420 retails for around $245.

Sony Releases Three New Alpha Series DSLRs

If you are a fan of Sony’s DSLRs, then you will be glad to hear that Sony has introduced three new Alpha DSLRs. The A380, A330 and A230 support MS and SD/SDHC cards, tilt LCD, and Sony’s new Quick AF Live View. The A380 features 14.2MP sensor, meanwhile the A230 and A330 have only a 10.2MP sensor. The A380L, A330L and A230L are priced at $850, $650 and $550, respectively.

Pentax Optio E75 10MP Digicam

If you plan to buy a new 10-megapixel digicam this week, then you can choose the Pentax Optio E75. The camera has a 3x optical zoom, a 2.7-inch LCD display at 230k resolution, and an automatic scene modes. This new digicam comes with an ISO range of 80 to 1600, Face Detection, Face-priority and Automatic Smile Detection modes. The Pentax Optio E75 will be powered by two AA batteries and retails for €120 ($160) in Europe.

Two BenQ C Series Camera Series

BenQ today unveiled two members of its popular C series digicam with the launch of the 10MP DC C1020 and the 12MP DC C1220. Both cameras feature a 3x optical zoom, Super-Shake-Free mode with high-ISO supported, Smile Catch mode and video recording with optical zoom at a resolution of 16:9 (720×400) with 30 frames per second. The C1020 has a 2.5-inch LCD (6.3 cm diagonal), meanwhile the C1220 features a bigger 2.7-inch LCD. Pricing info is still unknown.

Samsung WB100/ WB1000 Digital Camera

Samsung just released the WB1000 digicam in Europe. The camera is also known as the WB100 or TL320 in the US. It features a 24mm ultra wide angle, a 5x optical zoom, and a 3.0 inch AMOLED monitor that consumes less power but produces a higher contrast ratio of 10,000:1, darker black levels, more vibrant colors, and a brighter display that can easily be viewed in direct sunlight.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 Wi-Fi Camera

Wi-Fi cameras are far from new -- over the past couple of years, we've seen P&S after P&S arrive with minimal functionality that would allow it to sync pictures with one specific online photo portal (or similar). Sony has stepped up the game for cameras to come with the Cyber-shot DSC-G3, which is the first of its kind to include a web browser for logging into pay-hotspots and uploading to practically any photo sharing site on the web. Popular Science got to handle one for a few weeks, and in the end, they were in love with the idea but hesitant to praise the execution. The T700-turned-wireless took satisfactory pictures, but the browser experience was less than awesome. You can hit the read link for all the dirty details, but unless you're willing to deal with "agonizingly" slow load times, you're probably better off waiting for the next revision. Or for some other company to whip out a bona fide competitor.

Pentax Optio P70 - 12MP Compact Digicam

Pentax will introduce their latest digital cameras at CES 2009. One of them is the Optio P70 12MP digicam with a 4x optical zoom (equivalent 28-112 mm), ISO sensitivity up to 6400, 2.7 inch TFT LCD screen and has a 720P video mode at 15 fps. The cool factor for the Optio P70 is the Face Recognition that can track up to 32 faces in 0.03 second. The Pentax Optio P70 will be available in February 2009 for $199.95. Measuring 3.8 inch x 2.1 inch x 0.8 inch and weighing 4.4 oz, the camera supports SD, SDHC with 33.7MB internal memory and uses Li-ion battery D-LI88.

Sony Alpha DSLRA350K 14.2MP Digital SLR Camera

Product Description
The DSLR-A350 is about extending yourself to the next level toward digital photography. The camera is still very automatic and easy to use but as a DSLR opens new vistas where your creativity can find itself and move to new limits. With incredible 14.2 megapixel sensor, Sony's a (alpha) DSLR-A350 raises image quality beyond most cameras. This model pushes the envelope, setting a new standard of excellence for step-up digital photographers shooting both family memories and fine-art photos. Live Preview in a large 2.7" LCD screen links you and your subject-and you'll have special features like super-quick AF response, continuous shooting at 2 fps while you see your subject in the viewfinder, Creative Style modes for quick recall of custom settings, and in-camera Super SteadyShot(R) image stabilization that reduces blur for every Sony, Carl Zeiss and legacy Minolta a-mount lens. Step up to the DSLR-A350. Dynamic Range Optimizer at two levels - Normal DRO, to improve detail using standard gamma curves for fast shot-to-shot response time, or Advanced DRO, to adjust dynamic range area-by-area for the greatest precision Uses both static-free anti-dust coating on the CCD filter and anti-dust vibration that automatically shakes the CCD to dislodge dust each time the camera is shut off Popup Flash modes Eye-Start Autofocus System Multiple scene modes High-resolution thumbnail images for viewing on Sony's BRAVIA HDTV in optimized PhotoTV HD mode, with image format adjustable for standard 3 - 2 or widescreen 16 - 9 display Auto and manual exposure modes Accepts CompactFlash Type I/II media and optional Memory Stick(R) PRO Duo media Unit Dimensions (Approx.) - (WHD) 5 1/4 x 4 x 3; 1 lb 4.5oz Includes NP-FM500H rechargeable battery; BC-VM10 battery charger; Video and USB cables; Shoulder strap with eyepiece cap and Remote Commander(R) clip; Body cap; Software/USB Driver CD-ROM // NOTE - No Memory media included.

Product Features and Technical Details
Product Features
• Incredible 14.2 MP for ultra-high-resolution detail
• Kit include DT 18-70mm f3.5-5.6 Standard Zoom Lens
• High sensitivity (ISO 3200) with noise reduction
• Tiltable 2.7¿ LCD screen for high/low angle shots
• Super SteadyShot in-camera image stabilization

Technical Details
• Brand Name: Sony
• Model: B00138MVGE
• Optical Sensor Resolution: 14.2 MP
• Optical Sensor Technology: Super HAD CCD
• Optical zoom: 3.9 x
• Maximum_Aperture_Range: F/3.5-5.6
• Minimum focal length: 18 millimeters
• Maximum focal length: 70 millimeters
• Lens Type: Zoom lens
• Optical_Sensor_Size: 15.7 x 23.5mm
• Included Flash Type: Pop-up flash
• Display Size: 2.7 inches
• Light sensitivity: ISO 100, ISO 800, ISO 400, ISO 200, ISO auto, ISO 1600, ISO 3200
• Image types: JPEG, RAW
• Shooting Modes: Programmed auto (P) with flexible program, Shutter-priority auto (S), Aperture priority auto (A), Manual (M), Auto and 7 scene selection modes
• Exposure Control Type: Landscape, Portrait mode, Macro, Night portrait, Sports mode, Sunset
• Viewfinder Type: Optical
• Width: 5.2 inches
• Depth: 3 inches
• Height: 3.9 inches
• Weight: 1.3 pounds

Sony Announces 13.6 Megapixel Cyber-shot DSC-W300 Digital Camera

Sony has announced the launch of its new Cyber-shot DSC-W300 digital camera, boasting an ultra-high 13.6 megapixel CCD image sensor and an “extra high-speed” burst mode that able to shoot 3 megapixel photos at five frames per second, aiming to enhance your photography experience.

According to the company, the all-new Sony Cyber-shot W300 is expected to be among the industry’s most pocket-able, high- resolution point-and-shoot digital cameras featuring niche performance options.

Key Features Of Sony Cybershot DSC-W300:

- 13.6 effective megapixel CCD image sensor
- 2.7-inch Clear Photo LCD display (230k pixels) + eye-level optical viewfinder
- Carl Zeiss® Vario-Tessar 3x optical zoom lens
- Extra high sensitivity mode - ISO up to 6400
- Extra high-speed burst mode shoots 3MP photos at 5 frames per second
- Super SteadyShot® optical image stabilization
- BIONZ processor; D-Range Optimizer; Smile Shutter and improved face detection technology
- Intelligent scene recognition technology

The newest Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W300 compact digital cameras that come with an ultra-hard titanium coating will hit the market by May 2008 for a suggested retail price of $349.

Panasonic Expands Lumix FS Camera Line

Panasonic has announced three new digital cameras for its Lumix FS series. The 12MP FS12 comes with 4x (31-124mm equiv.) optical zoom and a 2.7-inch LCD with Intelligent Auto mode, Optical Image Stabilization and Face Detection. Meanwhile, the DMC-FS62 and FS42 feature 10MP sensors with 2.5-inch LCDs, 4x (33-132mm equiv.) zoom lenses and include features such as Intelligent ISO Control, Intelligent Scene Selector and Face Detection. All of these cameras will be released very soon so stay tuned for more updates.

GE E1250TW Digital Camera

The E1250TW is the latest digital camera from GE’s General Imaging. This 12-megapixel camera boasts a 3-inch touchscreen display, 5x optical zoom, 28mm wide angle and ISO up to 1600. Other interesting features include Face Detection, Smile Detection, Auto Scene Detection, electronic image stabilization, red-eye removal, Pan-capture Panorama and HDTV output. It comes with a variety of colors including black, grey, red and purple. Pricing and release dates are still unknown.
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