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BenQ P860

DCT — Mon, 19 Mar 2007 18:46:51 +0000

BenQ has announced the 8.0 megapixel P860.

BenQ P860 Features Include:

6x optical zoom
ISO 1000
2.5â€ TFT LCD
AA Battery x 2 (Alkaline or NiMH)
Built-in 18MB

EUROPE, March 19, 2007 â€“ BenQ last week announced the release of its 8.0-megapixel P860 digital camera which comes with 6X optical zoom. Tailored for users that require both automatic and manual controls, the P860 comes with 7 modes and 12 scene modes that give users control over their photos.

â€œMany users tell us that they would like to have more control over their photo taking,â€ commented Conway Lee, General Manager of BenQ Digital Media Business Group. â€œThe P860 gives powerful automatic functions as well as provides a depth of manual options to yield great photos.â€

6X Optical and 5X Digital Zoom
Equipped with 6X optical and 5X digital zoom, the P860 lets users take clear, up-close shots and enlargements up to poster size. It also features a 30X total zoom which brings users closer to the action.

Manual & Automatic Mode
Offering users four shooting modes (P/Av/Tv/M), the P860 allows users to adjust the most optimum aperture and shutter setting which suits their shooting environment. The BenQ P860 also comes with 12 scene shooting modes which covers a range of shooting environments.

Shake-Free
Armed with features for optimal shooting, the P860 also integrates built-in technologies to minimize image blur, including Shake-Free optical image stabilization. It also has high light sensitivity, up to ISO 1000, to facilitate shooting at higher shutter speeds, as well as low-light conditions for more natural exposures or for settings where flash is not permitted.

The BenQ P860 will be available in Italy, Spain, Russian, and China at the end of March.
Specifications

* Sensor: 8.0 megapixel CCD; Size 1/1.8 inch
* Zoom: 6X optical, 5X digital
* Lens: f = 7.8 (W) ~ 46.8 (T) mm (35mm equiv. 37 ~ 222 mm) F/2.8 (W) ~ 4.8 (T)
* Focus Range: Normal: 30cm ~ infinity, Macr 7cm
* LCD: 2.5â€ TFT LCD / 153.6K pixels
* Image: 3264 x 2448 (8M)/ 3264 x 2175 (3:2)/ 3264 x 1835 (16:9)/ 2560 x 1920 (5M)/ 1600 x 1200 (2M)/ 640 x 480 (VGA)
* Movie Mode: 640 x 480/ 320 x 240 (30fps) continuous recording with sound
* Shutter Speed: 1/1500 ~ 8 sec
* White Balance: Auto/ Daylight/ Cloudy/ Tungsten/ Fluorescent (H)/ Fluorescent (L)/ MWB
* Exposure: -2 ~ +2 EV (0.3EV/ step)
* ISO: Auto/ 50/ 100/ 200/ 400/ 800/ 1000 (Shake-Free Mode)
* Flash: Auto/ Red Eye Reduction/ Forced On/ Slow Sync/ Forced Off
* Self-Timer: 2 sec./ 10 sec.
* Power Source: AA Battery x 2 (Alkaline or NiMH)
* Storage Type: Built-in 18MB (Usable); SD card compatible
* File Format: Still Image: JPEG (EXIF 2.2 compatible), DCF compatible; Support DPOF Vide M_JPEG/ Audi WAV
* Dimensions: 99.8 x 65 x 27.5 mm (42.5 with lens ring)
* Weight: 182g (without battery & SD card)

BenQ DC C1000 Review at TrustedReviews

DCT — Fri, 06 Oct 2006 21:17:01 +0000

TrustedReviews has evaluated the 10 megapixel BenQ DC C1000 and here the verdict – “The BenQ DC C1000 is a well made and stylish camera, with acceptable performance and good picture quality at a bargain price. If you really have to have a 10MP compact camera and havenâ€™t got a lot to spend on it, then itâ€™s certainly worthy of serious consideration.”

BenQ DC C1000 Reviewer – Opinion Thermometer

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BenQ Announces Two New Ultra-Slim Digital Cameras

DCT — Mon, 24 Apr 2006 12:40:21 +0000

BenQ has announced two new digital cameras, the 5 megapixel BenQ DC C530 and the 6 megapixel C630. Features include: 2.4 TFT LCD screen, high ISO (800~1000), auto exposure bracket, and shake-free function.

Press Release:

BenQ today unveils two new additions to its digital camera classic line-up, the BenQ DC C530 and C630. Both digital cameras offer an ultra-compact design and versatile feature set, and are ideal for consumers seeking a high-quality multi-function digital camera at an affordable price. In addition, the large 2.4″ TFT LCD screen and 480×234 high resolution enable true-to-life, crisp photos with pristine clarity and superb contrast. The BenQ DC C530/C630 is available in the colors red, blue, black, white and silver, respectively. For the European Market the standard color offering will be Black and Silver.

The DC C530/C630 features several settings that enhance the simplicity and functionality of making pictures:

Shake-free function The BenQ DC C530/C630 features a shake-free function allowing the user to take clear and precise shots without any distortion. This function can be selected directly from the function wheel allowing the user to capture shake-free images.

High ISO Portrait function Both cameras also boot the High ISO Portrait function (ISO 800~1000) which enables users to take ambient photos indoor and in dimmed light environments without the need of using flash.

Auto Exposure Bracket In addition, the Auto Exposure Bracket (AEB) allows the user to take three continuous photos with different exposure value (EV) to get the best shooting condition for the best picture quality results.

Printer Mode The Printer Mode function is an easy way for users to directly print photos out via the compatible printer (with the PictBridge feature which enables you to connect directly to your printer) without connecting to the computer first.

The BenQ DC C530/C630 will be available on the market in April.

BenQ X600 Review At Trusted Reviews

DCT — Mon, 13 Mar 2006 22:14:44 +0000

BenQ’s 6 megapixel X600 has been reviewed at Trusted Reviews and here’s the verdict. “If youâ€™re looking for an ultra-compact camera that can deliver good quality pictures with a minimum of fuss, the BenQ DC X600 should certainly be near the top of your list. It is well made, attractively designed, and is one of the smallest and lightest cameras on the market. It has enough options to cope with virtually any shooting conditions, and its excellent low light focusing and flash performance are a big bonus. Considering its very competitive price and the X600 is hard to beat.”

[BenQ X600 Review At Trusted Reviews]

BenQ Announces Three New High Performance Digital Cameras

DCT — Sat, 07 Jan 2006 18:32:05 +0000

BenQ Press Release:

BenQ Announces New High-Performance, Ultra-Slim Digital Cameras

Stylish Cameras Include the World’s Smallest 6-Megapixel Camera, a 5-Megapixel Model with an OLED Advanced Display and a Versatile 8-Megapixel Model

LAS VEGAS, Nev., – BenQ, a leading manufacturer of digital lifestyle devices, today unveiled three new additions to its digital camera lineup, the X600, C800 and E521. The highlight of the three models is the X600, the world’s smallest 6-megapixel camera. All three digital cameras offer an ultra-slim, compact design and versatile feature set, and are ideal for consumers seeking a high-quality multi-function digital camera at an affordable price.

Equipped with Pentax’s Super-Multi Coating (SMC) lens and a 3X optical zoom, the X600 delivers true-to-life, crisp photos with pristine clarity and superb contrast. A 2.5-inch high resolution LTPS LCD screen and VGA movie recording at 30fps with AVI (MPEG-4) format ensures comfortable viewing and super smooth movie clips. In addition, the X600 offers a smart photo-editing function that includes trimming, resizing, rotation, color filter, movie editing, all of which can be done via a touch of a few bottoms on the camera itself.
The compact design and ultra-thin thickness of 1.9 cm make the X600 an ideal accessory for on-the-go consumers.

The E521 features a 5-megapixel CCD (charge-coupled device), 3X optical zoom, MPEG-4 movie format and 2.0-inch OLED advanced display screen for very sharp rendering of photos. Targeting technology â€œfirst adoptersâ€ who demand the most advanced solutions, the camera features Pentax’s Super-Multi Coating (SMC) lens, a 3X optical zoom and fluid VGA movie recording at 30fps with AVI (MPEG-4) format.

The compact C800 features an 8-megapixel CCD (charge-coupled device), 3X optical zoom, MPEG-4 movie format and a large 2.4-inch TFT LCD screen for clear and comfortable photo viewing. The camera comes equipped with a Printer Mode for direct printing via a compatible printer and Burst Mode that enables four (4) shots to be taken per snap. The camera can be used as a Dictaphone and is bundled with 26MB of built-in memory.

BenQ Launches X600 1.9-cm Super Skinny Digital Camera

DCT — Thu, 01 Dec 2005 11:49:46 +0000

BenQ has released the new 6 megapixel 1.9-cm super slim digital camera, the X600 in the Taiwan market. The camera went on sale in the European and US markets last month.

The X600 features Pentax-developed SMC (super multi-coating) lens technology and a super slim sliding lens system to minimize its thickness to only 1.9cm, according to the company.

Get all the details at DigiTimes…

[BenQ Announces X600 1.9-cm Super Skinny Digital Camera]

BenQ Introduces 5 Megapixel DC E510 Digital Camera

DCT — Mon, 06 Jun 2005 20:31:06 +0000

BenQ Introduces 5 Megapixel DC E510 Digital Camera: BenQ added a new member to their digital camera offerings, the 5 Megapixel DC E510. BenQ’s DC E510 has a 3x optical zoom and an oversized 2-inch LTPS touch screen with a new added “tap to enlarge” feature. BenQ officials indicated the DC E510 lets you take quality photos and add your own personal flourishes and transfer or print images easily.”

BenQ DC E510 – Enhanced quality

The BenQ DC E510 is outfitted with a Pentax SMC lens featuring super multi-coating lens technology which offers enhanced sharpness and color pre- sentation. The BenQ DC E510 features 5 Megapixel CCD with 3x optical zoom. BenQ pioneers its “tap to enlarge” function on the BenQ E510. After taking a photo, the “tap to enlarge” function allows users to easily zoom in on specific parts of the photo providing a clearer view with a simple tap of the finger. The function allows users to check specific details before uploading them to a computer and viewing it on a monitor.

BenQ DC E510 digital camera specifications

- Image Sensor: 5 Megapixels effective CCD
- Image Resolution: 2848×2136, 2560×1920, 2048×1536, 1600×1200, 1280×960
- Lens Focus length: F=6~16.8mm
- Aperture: f2.6/f4.8
- Zoom: Optical 3x / Digital 4x
- LCD: 2-inch LTPS LCD, 153.000 pixels (640×240)
- Dimensions: 93.5 x 58 x 27.5mm
- Weight: 150g (without battery)
- Storage Type: Built-in 16MB; Secure Digital card compatible
- Focus Range Macro: 6cm, Normal: 30cm~infinity
- Shutter Speed: 1/2000~2 sec.