BenQ C840 Digital Camera
Posted by Digi in Lenses, Pentax, Pentax
BenQ introduced its latest C840 digital camera. As a successor of its popular C740i Camera, the BenQ C840 boasts high ISO options, smc PENTAX lens, Face Tracking function, Shake-Free mode, 8MP CCD sensor, optical zoom in video recording and 3:2 and 16:9 special output sizes. The shooter also offers its users various convenient functions like the shake-free mode to prevent blurring caused by shaking of camera while taking Snapshots or making video clips.What you get is distortion free image of remarkable quality. BenQ’s C840 also supports continuous movie recording with optical zoom at wide screen format (720×400) at 30 fps. The Face Detection Technology helps detect and track human faces for great precision. Other market fetching features of the C840 Digital Camera include 15 different shooting modes, the PictBridge function for direct photo printing via a compatible printer and support for SD memory card of up to 4G.
Pentax K100D Super Review - DPexpert
Posted by Digi in Pentax, Pentax
DPexpert reviews the PENTAX K100D SUPER DSLR and writes - “This is a case of a good camera getting better. The vibration reduction and dust removal are worthwhile improvements to the K100D and well worth the little extra money. No compact or super-zoom pseudo SLR comes within cooee of the quality in
DPexpert reviews the PENTAX K100D SUPER DSLR and writes - “This is a case of a good camera getting better. The vibration reduction and dust removal are worthwhile improvements to the K100D and well worth the little extra money. No compact or super-zoom pseudo SLR comes within cooee of the quality in this package. Some may fear that 6 megapixels are not enough but the fact is that 6 million well processed pixels will produce high quality A3+ prints – do you need more? Highly recommended.”
Sigma SD14 compared to the Fujifilm S5 Pro
Posted by Digi in Canon, Fujifilm, Nikon, Olympus, Pentax, Pentax, SIGMA, Samsung, Sony
DCVIEWS has posted a side-by-side comparison of two professinal grade digital SLRs, the Sigma SD14 and the Fujifilm S5 Pro.
“It’s clear the Fuji S5 Pro and the Sigma SD14 have no more in common than only an eccentric sensor, which isn’t a Bayer CCD or CMOS as with most other digital SLR’s. And with this the comparison ends, because with Fuji’s Super CCD and Sigma X3 Foveon in their heart, the S5 Pro and SD14 perform very differently.
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Both cameras show huge improvements compared to their predecessors and produce unique results in some cases. But because of its high price tag the Fuji S5 Pro has competition from two sides: the more expensive, but real 12.7 Mp full frame Canon Eos 5D with unmatched resolution and high ISO performance and the Nikon D200 and Canon 40D, much cheaper and really speedy, all-round workhorses. The SD14 is still a niche product and has to compete against cheaper equivalents like the Canon 400D, the Nikon D40x, the Pentax K10D, the Olympus E410, the Samsung GX10 and the Sony A100.”
Pentax Introduces New Optio Z10 And S10 Digicams
Posted by Digi in Pentax, Pentax
Pentax has recently introduced two new digital cameras today. The Z10 features an 8MP CCD sensor (up to ISO 2100), 7x zoom, and 52MB of internal memory, while the S10 comes with a 10MP CCD sensor with up to 3x zoom, 22MB internal memory, and able to record DivX MPEG-4 videos. Both cameras share the same digital anti-shake, 2.5-inch LCDs, facial recognition, SDHC compatibility, $250 price tags, and September release dates. One more pic after the jump.
Pentax K100D Digital SLR
Posted by Digi in Lenses, Pentax, Pentax
IT Reviews has a review of the Pentax K100D Digital SLR which features a 6.1 megapixel APS-C size CCD and sophisticated 16-segment multi-pattern metering, delivering outstanding image reproduction, while the bright, high-precision Pentax mirror viewfinder features with 0.85x magnification. Incorporating a large 2.5 inch LCD monitor with 210,000 pixel resolution and a friendly Mode Dial offering Auto Picture and Picture modes as well as new Scene modes for even simpler photography. The Pentax developed Shake Reduction system in the K100D effectively offers a two-stop advantage for sharp, blur-free images even under difficult shooting conditions while using such as lenses as the SMCP-DA 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 AL Autofocus Lens even in low light without a flash.
Two New BenQ Pentax Digital Cameras
Posted by Digi in Lenses, Pentax, Pentax
BenQ announced two digital cameras this week, the BenQ E820, and C740i. The BenQ E820 digicam is a successor of the 7MP E720 and provides 8MP resolution, face detection, and a mode that shoots pictures at ISO 1600, while the BenQ C740i still offers 7MP sensor but adds the same face detection and ISO 1600 as you would find on the E820. They both feature a higher-grade Pentax lens with 3X optical zoom, include MPEG-4 video recording while zooming in, and a 720×400 widescreen mode for capturing DVD video. No word on pricing or availability so far, but we’re sure both cameras should be available soon.
Pentax Optio E40 Digital Camera
Posted by Digi in Lenses, Pentax, Pentax
The Pentax Optio E40 is 8.1MP digicam that offers a 3x optical lens. It also features Face Recognition technology, so be careful who you dance with at the club; as well as Digital Shake Reduction to capture crisp pictures of bouncing body parts. All of these functions are made for high-resolution photography. The camera also comes with a 2.4-inch LCD monitor with approx. 110,000 pixels, travel-compatible AA battery power, and high quality AVI Movie capture (YouTube anyone?). The Pentax Optio E40 will be released in September 2007 for $149.95.
Pentax Optio E40 Camera
Posted by Digi in Pentax, Pentax
Pentax announced the new Optio E40 8MP camera that features 3x optical zoom and 4x digital zoom. It comes equipped with digital Shock Reduction feature and has a 2.4-inch LCD display, 10MB internal memory, and a SD/SDHC card slot. Pentax Optio E40 measures 94mm x 60mm x 24mm and weighs 175grams.
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Casio Exilim EX-Z75 Review
Posted by Digi in Canon, Casio, General Electric, Lenses, Pentax, Pentax
Trusted Reviews has a review of the Casio Exilim EX-Z75 posted on their site. The Exilim series has proven to be an excellent blend of both value and performance. A fantastic camera at a low price if you will. But camera after camera, Casio didn’t really do much to change the design of each model. They said-
“It also has extremely good image quality. Casio used to use Pentax or Canon lenses in its compacts, and the lens on the Z75 does look very similar to the lens on the Pentax Optio M30. The level of detail is very good, and overall sharpness is also good although it does drop off in the far corners of the frame at wide angle. There is also noticeable barrel distortion at wide angle, although to be fair it’s about average for a pocket compact. … Another outstanding pocket compact from Casio, the Exilim EX-Z75 is an ideal camera for general and social snapshot photography. It is well made, sensibly but attractively designed, very easy to use and has much better performance than its low cost would suggest. Picture quality is very good as well. It may lack a few features such as image stabilisation and an AF assist lamp, but on the whole it is excellent value for money.”
Review of the Olympus EVOLT E-410
Posted by Digi in Lenses, Olympus, Pentax, Pentax
The Live View LCD is an uncommonly cool feature for a digital SLR. Other companies have only provided this feature on exclusive pro models. Thanks to a powerful 10-megapixel Live-MOS sensor, you’ll see more detail in your pictures than ever before. And you’ll have the flexibility to crop and still produce large, detailed prints. DCResource has a review of the Olympus EVOLT-E410 and writes,
“In some ways, the Olympus EVOLT E-410 reminds me of the Pentax K10D. Both cameras are capable of taking great photos, but you’ll need to adjust some settings first. It would’ve been nice had Olympus not applied so much noise reduction at the default settings, but at least there’s a way around that. Once you’ve done that — and maybe adjusted the color saturation — you’ll find the E-410 to a be a good entry-level digital SLR with a handy (but imperfect) live view feature, dust reduction, and snappy performance. I personally would spend the extra $100 for the EVOLT E-510, which is larger and easier to hold, and it has built-in image stabilization as well. Whichever one you choose, both of these new EVOLTs are worth a look.”