The Nikon Coolpix P80 Review

The Nikon Coolpix P80 fuses awe-inspiring performance inside a compact body and makes a strong claim for the world’s smallest 18x optical zoom camera. Powered from a focal length of 27 to 486 (35mm format equivalent), the Nikon Coolpix P80 totes an 18x optical Zoom-NIKKOR lens for a commanding grasp on faraway subjects. Nikon’s Vibration Reduction technology offers effective optical image stabilisation for the ultimate image precision in shooting fast moving subjects. High-resolution images are achieved with a 10.1 effective megapixels CCD sensor. A large 2.7-inch LCD monitor gives a wide-viewing angle to shooting and picture review, while an electronic viewfinder provides an alternate method of shooting for a sharp and steady view in dimmer lighting.

Matched with Nikon’s EXPEED image processing, it delivers three unique Nikon Image Innovations for high performance, namely Face-priority AF, In-Camera Red-Eye Fix and D-Lighting. The Nikon Coolpix has the ability to reach high ISO sensitivity levels of 3200 and 6400 in reduced image sizes of 3 megapixels or smaller. In the reduced image size of 3 megapixels, the sports continuous mode can shoot for as many as 30 consecutive pictures at 13 frames per second.

Highlights:

10.1 megapixels CCD

18x NIKKOR zoom lens

2.7-inch LCD monitor

Sensor shift vibration reduction

ISO 6400

Electronic Viewfinder

Weight: 0.85 kg

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T700 Review

With the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T700, shoot all day and shoot all night if you please and that is because you can. With a mammoth-sized internal memory of 4GB storing up to 40,000 VGA-sized images or up to 950 high resolution images, you can shoot an entire photo collection into this camera without worrying about having a memory card. Should you need more capacity however, an additional slot can accept Memory Stick Duo Media. A 10.1 megapixels Super HAD CCD image sensor rewards you with brilliant detail and clarity for every photo you take. Fixed with a Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar 4x Optical Zoom Lens, it provides extra close-up shooting towards your subject and can scope out the details up to just under 1cm in the Magnifying Glass Mode.

For clear, blur-free results, the Optical SteadyShot image stabilisation provides effective stops to blurring. Thanks to a high ISO 3200, you can take pictures indoors or in low light without the need for a flash. The Sony Cybershot T700 featured Face Detection technology detects up to eight individual faces and can even distinguish between children and adults. The fun Smile Shutter technology can automatically detect and capture smiling faces. Shooting has never been made so satisfying with the 3.5-inch Xtra Fine LCD touch screen display, a wide-viewing angle display that shows a breathtaking resolution of 921k pixels and delivers extreme ease for menu navigation with touch screen operation.

Highlights:

10.1 Megapixels Super HAD CCD Image Sensor

3.5-inch Xtra Fine LCD™ Touch-Screen Display

Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar 4x Optical Zoom Lens

High Sensitivity ISO 3200

Optical SteadyShot image stabilisation

4GB internal memory

Weight: 0.6 kg

Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX35 Review

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX35 is an intelligent camera that comes with a 10.1 megapixels CCD sensor and 4x optical zoom lens. Shooting pictures have never been easier with an Intelligent Shooting mode which has various shooting assist functions to banish confusion. The Panasonic FX35 also has an Intelligent Scene selector which chooses the correct scene for the occasion and an Intelligent ISO which detects light, movement and speed to select the correct ISO sensitivity. The Panasonic FX35 has Mega Optical Image Stabilizer which coupled with the Intelligent ISO feature works to eliminate blurs from photos. With Face Detection to track faces and Quick Autofocus feature, taking photographs has never been easier. Images can be viewed through the 2.5- Inch LCD while slideshows can be played with accompanying music. The Panasonic FX35 can also take Movies in HD quality to capture stunning detail and colors.

Highlights:

10.1 megapixels CCD

2.5- Inch LCD

4x optical zoom lens

HD movie quality capture

Face Detection

Weight: 0.6 kg

Canon EF 17-40mm with EOS 5D Video Review

The Canon EOS 50D DSLR Camera Body comes with a 15.1 megapixels CMOS Sensor, 3-Inch VGA LCD With 920K dot resolution for exceptional clarity of images. The 50D also comes with Live View and a dedicated Live View Button to make viewing on the LCD easy and comfortable. The Live View also comes with 3 types of autofocus, Quick AF, Live AF and Face Detection which detects faces in the live view frame.

The 50D comes with a new DIGIC 4 processor, with 14-bit image processing that allows the 50D to take up to 90 images in burst shooting mode at 6.3fps. The 50D’s DIGIC 4 processor also allows near instant startup times and quick image review after each photo is taken.

The 50D also has an ISO sensitivity of 100-3200 with an ultra high mode of up to 12800 to capture images in low light settings. With EOS integrated Cleaning system, dust on the sensor is a thing of the past as the 50D uses a fluorine coating on the low-pass filter to repel dust while sensor shift shakes dust off every time the camera is turned on or off.

Highlights:

15.1 Megapixels CMOS sensor

6.3fps at up to 90 images

DIGIC 4 processor

ISO up to 12800

3.0-Inch VGA LCD with Live View

Self Cleaning Sensor

Weight: 1.75 kg

Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 Review

The Sony Alpha DSLR-A700 DSLR is a tempting choice for serious amateur photographers. Housing a newly designed APS-C size CMOS image sensor with on-chip noise-cancelling before and after A/D conversion, you are assured of excellent detail. Furthermore, Sony’s Super SteadyShot image stabilisation will move the image sensor in response to camera shake to reduce any chance of blurring and incorporating anti-dust technology, for flawless captures.

With Sony’s Bionz image processor, the Alpha A700 benefits from quick response times and continuous burst speeds of either 5 or 3 frames per second at full 12.24 megapixels resolution. A continuous burst of 11 RAW shots could be taken and for those who need more continuity, the A700 allows you to shoot to the limit of available memory in JPEG Fine and Standard modes.

With the Eye-Start Autofocus System, the A700 begins its autofocus as you bring your eye to the advanced pentaprism viewfinder. The 11-point centre dual cross AF sensor ensures precision while its Super-Accurate Exposure Control offers a 40-segment honeycomb sensing system for superior exposure control accuracy.

The Sony A700’s magnesium alloy body holds well and access via its 3-inch LCD to its menu functions is quick using joystick and forward-back controls. Capable of 650 shots on a full charge, you have a choice of storage through built-in slots for both CompactFlash Type I/II and Memory Stick Duo/high capacity Memory Stick PRO Duo.

Highlights:

12.24 megapixels image sensor with Super SteadyShot image stabilisation

11-Point Center Dual Cross AF Sensor

Burst speed of 5fps (11 Raw or continuous up to memory in - standard JPEG)

Anti-Dust Technology

XtraFine 3.0-inch (921k) LCD Screen

Weight: 1.92 kg

Canon PowerShot S5 IS Review

Canon has announced the launch of the 12X optical zoom, 8.0-mega pixel PowerShot S5 IS. The new compact inherits optical Image Stabiliser (IS) technology, professional-grade optics and extensive movie functions while introducing a host of new features designed to increase the photographer’s success rate.

Powered by Canon’s DIGIC III image processor, Face Detection Technology improves focus, exposure and flash output for people shots while the new Red-Eye Correction feature effectively solves red-eye problems in captured photos. An increased sensitivity range of ISO 80-1600 complements the optical IS system for extended low light performance.

Other key advancements include a larger, higher resolution 2.5" vari-angle LCD, additional shooting modes and extended video recording. The compact design incorporates a new hot shoe that provides compatibility with selected Canon EX Speedlite external flashes, adding to an accessory list that includes Wide, Tele, and Close-up converter lenses.

Highlights:

12X optical zoom lens with Ultrasonic Motor (USM) and UD lens

Optical Image Stabiliser

8.0MP CCD

DIGIC III with advanced Noise Reduction & Face Detection

Red-Eye Correction in playback

2.5" high-resolution vari-angle LCD

Weight: 1.229 kg

Nikon D80 Review

In the footsteps of the D70 & D70s, Nikon has once again come up with a fantastic digital SLR for the enthusiasts and semi-professionals. The Nikon D80 is a leap away from the D70 though; basing itself more on the specifications of the D200. The D70's 6 mega pixel sensor seems measly beside the D80¡¯s 10.2 mega pixel DX format CCD, which takes high resolution and sharp detail to a new level.

The D80 has a 1.5X crop factor so photographers can enjoy creative cropping and print stunning enlargements up to A3 size. It also possesses advanced auto focus and auto exposure performance that is the same as the D200 and D2Xs - designed to give photographers plenty of freedom to produce beautiful pictures. Blessed with three levels of noise reduction to repress noise when shooting at high ISO settings, the D80 really goes all out in making photographers feel inspired and comfortable by combining advanced digital technology with ease-of-use.

Highlights:

10.2 effective mega pixels

1.5X crop factor

3 levels of noise reduction

2.5" LCD

Advanced auto focus and auto exposure performance

6 scene modes

In-camera editing

3 fps continuous shooting

Weight: 1.714 kg