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If you plan to buy a new 10-megapixel digicam this week, then you can choose the Pentax Optio E75. The camera has a 3x optical zoom, a 2.7-inch LCD display at 230k resolution, and an automatic scene modes. This new digicam comes with an ISO range of 80 to 1600, Face Detection, Face-priority and Automatic Smile Detection modes. The Pentax Optio E75 will be powered by two AA batteries and retails for €120 ($160) in Europe. [Engadget via Digital Camera Blog]
BenQ today unveiled two members of its popular C series digicam with the launch of the 10MP DC C1020 and the 12MP DC C1220. Both cameras feature a 3x optical zoom, Super-Shake-Free mode with high-ISO supported, Smile Catch mode and video recording with optical zoom at a resolution of 16:9 (720×400) with 30 frames per second. The C1020 has a 2.5-inch LCD (6.3 cm diagonal), meanwhile the C1220 features a bigger 2.7-inch LCD. Pricing info is still unknown. [dcviews via Digital Camera Blog]
The new Yashica DVC575 HD camcorder from Exemode is now available in the Japanese market. There is nothing special in this camcorder, since it only features a 5MP CMOS sensor with a 720/30p video recording capabilities, a 128MB of internal memory, a 3x Digital Zoom and a 2.5-inch LCD display. The Yashica DVC575 HD camcorder retails for 14800 Yen or around $154. [Akihabara via Digital Camera Blog]
Samsung just released the WB1000 digicam in Europe. The camera is also known as the WB100 or TL320 in the US. It features a 24mm ultra wide angle, a 5x optical zoom, and a 3.0 inch AMOLED monitor that consumes less power but produces a higher contrast ratio of 10,000:1, darker black levels, more vibrant colors, and a brighter display that can easily be viewed in direct sunlight. [dcviews via Digital Camera Blog]
Pentax has released the Pentax K20D Titanium Limited Edition that features a 2.8-inch LCD screen, image stabilization and dust proofing. The original version of the Pentax K20D is available for $700, meanwhile the limited edition Titanium version costs a whopping $1199. The 14.6MP DSLR will be available in Japan at the end of April 2009. Only 1000 units will be available for purchase. [Newlaunches via Digital Camera Blog]
Tamron just launched its ultra wide-angle zoom lens “SP AF10-24mm F/3.5-4.5 Di II LD Aspherical IF” for digital SLR cameras in South Korea. The ultra wide-angle zoom lens is a perfect tool for creating dramatic landscape, cityscape, and seascape imagery. Using this zoom lens, you will be able to capture picture beyond what the eye can see at the ultra wide-angle setting. At the semi-wide-angle setting, you will also able to capture scenes with angles of view almost as spectacular. [AVING via Digital Camera Blog]
Samsung will release the SMX-C14 and SMX-C10 Touch of Color camcorders in July 2009. Both camcorders are small enough to carry around, and this makes them a great option to capture all of life’s special moments. The SMX-C14 and SMX-C10 feature 10x optical zoom, Hyper Image Stabilization, Active Angle Lens, 2.7 inch screen, 16GB internal storage (only SMX-C14), SD/SDHC memory card slot, one-touch upload button and H.264 compression. The Samsung SMX-C14 and SMX-C10 also support play-edit-sharing program called intelli-studio that allows users to connect these camcorder to any computer via USB and edit and play their video without having to install supporting software. [Gizmodo via Digital Camera Blog]
Panasonic has announced three new digital cameras for its Lumix FS series. The 12MP FS12 comes with 4x (31-124mm equiv.) optical zoom and a 2.7-inch LCD with Intelligent Auto mode, Optical Image Stabilization and Face Detection. Meanwhile, the DMC-FS62 and FS42 feature 10MP sensors with 2.5-inch LCDs, 4x (33-132mm equiv.) zoom lenses and include features such as Intelligent ISO Control, Intelligent Scene Selector and Face Detection. All of these cameras will be released very soon so stay tuned for more updates. More
Olympus today introduced the new Mju 7000 during Photo Imaging Expo 2009 in Korea. It is one of the most powerful premium Mju cameras that is easy to use, full of features and produces superb results. The camera has 7x optical zooml with 12MP of resolution for capturing brilliant images, a big 3.0 inch HyperCrystal II LCD to facilitate ultra-convenient framing and viewing, and features Dual Image Stabilization, Intelligent Auto Face Detection, Shadow Adjustment technology and In-Camera Panorama. Available in silver, black, blue, and pink, the Olympus Mju 7000 retails for around $300. [AVING via Digital Camera Blog]
Priced at only $100 (yes $100, we quadruple checked already), the DXG-125V HD waterproof camcorder records video in 720p using H.264 compression. Available this July in red, olive green and camouflage, this rugged camcorder from DXG comes with a lanyard with a built-in compass, a lithium-ion rechargeable battery and best of all, a waterproof and weatherproof body so you can take it skiing and/or kayaking with you.
If you want something a little more feminine for your girl, then you could wait until August this year, because DXG will release the Luxe version which is designed to look like a plush clutch purse (see below). This version will also come with a 3-inch flip LCD screen, so it’s definitely worth the extra $30. More
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