Photography Review - 2/28/2007 - runs the the 6.1 megapixel Pentax K100D through its paces and writes, ” For me, the most compelling features of the K10D are its unique exposure modes. These new modes enable you to choose the priority of the camera’s automation based on your shooting style and situational requirements. These subtle changes to the basic camera controls offer flexibility that may result in faster, more confident shooting.

Overall, the Pentax K10D has a compelling feature list and competitive specs. With so much going for it, the K10D draws inevitable comparisons to other cameras in its class. It’s tempting to obsess over what the K10D lacks versus its competition. And indeed, despite all its virtues the K10D is not a Canon or Nikon-killer. In some ways, I think that kind of comparison misses the point: For many serious photographers, pro and amateur alike, the K10D stands on its own as a well-rounded photographic tool that can be used for many types and styles of photography. While some may take issue with the K10D’s image quality, other photographers may not be as trapped by the endless pixel obsession cycle (see Ken Rockwell’s “measurbators”). And finally, Pentax has begun to expand its lens arsenal, with dedicated primes that set it apart from other manufacturer’s systems.”

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DigitalCameraReview - 2/28/2007 - tests the 6 megapixel Nikon Coolpix S10 and writes, “The Nikon Coolpix S10 is a bit over-priced; it’s menu driven/non-intuitive and there are a couple of irritating design glitches, but it is not a bad camera. If it had been introduced two years ago it would have absolutely skunked the competition - today it may not be the best choice for smart digicam buyers. Potential purchasers might want to wait and check out the soon to be released Canon Powershot TX1. The TX1 may look quite different from the S10, but it is in fact a very comparable camera.”

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Computer Active - 2/28/2007 - reviews the 6 megapixel Nikon Coolpix S10 and writes, “This twist-and-turn retro beast has a certain charm, but although the S10 certainly stands out, the images it takes are below par given the outlay and Nikon’s usually sterling reputation. To sum up: a brave throwback, but not altogether successful.”

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Nikon in an effort to draw more attention to its line of VR-Series lens has created a dedicated website. Vibration reduction corrects the blurriness which occurs when the photographer moves while the shutter is open. Over the last year there has been a great deal of confusion around Image Stabilization. Financially inspired digital camera marketing departments […]

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Cameras.co.uk has a video guide of the 6 megapixel 12x zoom Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ7 and writes, “On the back of the camera is a 2.5″ LCD screen. Above the screen is a viewfinder. The viewfinder is an electrical viewfinder rather than an optical one. This means that the camera plays back to you a movie […]

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Sony announces the 7.2 megapixel Cyber-shot DSC-W80. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W80 Features Include: 7.2 megapixel 2.5″ LCD ISO 3200 3x optical zoom Dynamic Range Optimizer Image stabilization Check Current Price    |   Review Roundup & Sample Photos

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Sony announces the 8.1 megapixel Cyber-shot DSC-W90. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W90 Features Include: 2.5″ LCD ISO 3200 3x optical zoom Dynamic Range Optimizer Image stabilization

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PopPhoto - 2/27/2007 - has reviewed the Olympus SP-550 UZ and writes, “Overall, the Olympus SP-550UZ is a very capable camera, especially at lower ISOs with the sensor-shift image stabilization activated. The reach of this lens is record-breaking, and it covers that long distance while keeping distortion mostly contained, except at the extreme wide angle setting, which is typical for this camera class. The built is rock-solid for a composite camera, and it feels great in the hands. Its burst performance at full resolution is sluggish and limited to three shots, and it crawls in writing a single RAW file. At the lower resolutions, it’s lightning-fast, but you are seriously or severely limiting your printing size options by dropping the resolution to gain that touted blazingly fast burst rate. The actual full-resolution, low ISO performance, RAW capture, and full manual controls of this camera will make it attractive to a certain breed of advanced photographer, and the ease of use, scene modes, and guide modes will appeal to another, less-experienced breed of shooter.”

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