Canon has announced 3 new upgrades to its A-series of digital cameras: the A710 IS (7.1MP, $399.99), A640 (10MP, $399.99) and A630 (8MP, $299.99). The A-series digital cameras are aimed at point-and-shoot photographers transitioning from film cameras. They offer 20 scene settings, as well as full auto, program, manual, shutter-priority and aperture-priority settings. All 3 …
Monthly Archives: August 2006
Carl Zeiss Bares New Lenses for Nikon F Mount
Carl Zeiss has introduced ZEISS ZF, a new range of interchangeable lenses for Nikon SLR cameras, both analog and digital. The lens maker said “ZF lenses bring the highly acclaimed Carl Zeiss image quality to the Nikon SLR camera system, which has been the preferred equipment of millions of professional and ambitious amateur photographers for …
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Top 10 Cameras Used by Flickr Members
When shopping for a new digital camera it is often difficult to decide which brand and model is the best. One way to find information is to ask friends and colleagues in order to benefit from their experiences. Alternatively, you can go online and read some of the many reviews posted on the net. If …
Study: Brand Loyalty Diminishes As Choice Increases
Research by J.D. Power and Associates says only 26% of digital camera buyers will buy the same brand in the future, down from 35% last year. This is due mainly to product parity – meaning many brands are offering the same feature sets – and the increasing number of choices in the market, the study …
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Nikon Announces 2 New L-series Cameras
Nikon today announced the Coolpix L6 and the Coolpix L5 under its L-series (L for “Lifestyleâ€) of digicams. The Nikon Coolpix L6 sells for $200 and takes an impressive 1,000 photos on a single set of AA lithium batteries. It has 6 megapixels, 2.5-inch LCD screen, and a host of beginner-friendly features. The $300 Nikon …
Nikon Beefs Up S-series Slim Cameras
Nikon has announced 3 models in its S-series of slimline compact digital cameras: the Coolpix S10, S9 and S7c. The Coolpix S10 offers 6 megapixels, 2.5-inch LCD screen, 10x swivel zoom, CCD-shift Vibration Reduction (VR) and increased light sensitivity to ISO 800. The S9 has 6.1 megapixels, 2.5-inch screen, 3x optical zoom, 15 scene modes …
Fuji USA Unveils FinePix S9100
Fujifilm today announced the FinePix S9100, an SLR-style digital camera aimed at photo enthusiasts looking for a good zoom range, functionality, high ISO sensitivity and overall image quality. The S9100 is an upgrade to the highly regarded S9000 which was released exactly a year ago. The new digicam features the 10.7x Fujinon zoom lens, which …
It’s An Avalanche of New Canon Printers!
Canon today released a total of 15 new models in its various Pixma lines of printers. Ahead of the forthcoming Photokina 2006 on September 26th, companies have been unveiling product lines in large numbers, and today is Canon’s turn. The company is launching six new photo lab quality printers in its third generation PIXMA range: …
New L glass from Canon
Canon has just released two new lenses geared towards professional and advanced amateur photographers. These lenses are expected to be available in November 2006. The EF 50mm f/1.2L USM Lens With a maximum aperature of f/1.2 this lens is sure to be a low light shooter’s dream. That combined with the L quality and the …
Canon 400D (Rebel XTi) released
Canon has finally released the replacement for the Rebel XT. It’s being called the Rebel XTi. With a 10.1 Megapixel CMOS sensor and dust removal technology we should expect great things from this camera. Another change in the design is the new 2.5 inch LCD display. Canon has combined the small LCD screen and the …