Samsung i85 Digital Camera Launched

Samsung i85 Digital Camera Launched

Samsung recently (July 30, 2007) launched the eight mega pixel i85 which measures 3.74 x 2.42 x 0.8. It is exactly the size of a regular sized credit card and will definitely turn heads with its brushed silver aluminum body. The Samsung i85 has an impressive 3.0-inch high-resolution LCD screen that dominates the back portion of the camera. It enhances the imaging experience, which gives us a very detailed display when we compose shots, review images and even when viewing video clips.
The quality of the lens and optical zoom is also outstanding. It goes beyond what is expected from a lightweight and portable camera. It has 5X optical zoom (35mm film equivalent: 36~180mm) NV lens boasting a maximum shutter speed of 1/2,000 sec and a super macro focus of 1cm.
The camera features the PMP functionality which enables users to enjoy movies, music videos, television shows and even their favorite music while on-the-go. When setting the camera to its PMP mode, users can easily listen to their favorite MP3 files or watch their favorite video content on the camera’s large, 3.0″ high-resolution display. The bundled Digimax Converter software seamlessly converts the user’s MPEG, AVI, MOV, WMV and ASF files for viewing on the i85. For music on-the-go, the software can also convert MP3 and WAV audio files in several simple steps. The innovative software also allows users to view subtitles, adjust the screen size and crop and stretch the image to fit the screen as desired. The i85 also doesn’t hold back when it comes to sound either. To listen to videos or music, the i85 features a 2.5mm headphone port as well as stereo speakers boasting SRS 3D acoustic technology.
The i85 also features Samsung’sinnovative World Tour Guide function, which provides travel information covering 4,500 regions in 30 countries- helping users to plan trips and find their way while on the road.

CliqueCAM HD Webcam

CliqueCAM HD Webcam

Clique Communications unleashed the new CliqueCAM HD webcam targeted at wannabe YouTube heroes. Available in six colors, the CliqueCAM HD webcam features a unique goose neck design to position the web cam in different arrangements - so you can literally broadcast any part of your, umm, life to your viewers. What’s more, it is compact and easy to carry in a briefcase or purse, so tag it along on our next trip or something.
Detach it from the base and plug it in directly into a laptop’s USB port or use the one-touch snapshot function to capture still photos. Equipped with a 1.3 megapixel camera it can take videos at 1024×768 pixels resolution at 30 frames per second. Clique calls it HD-like video, but we won’t believe it until we see it.
Available in spiffy blue, green, red, pink, white and black - get the one that suits your taste, kids - the CliqueCAM HD webcame is now available on Amazon. It carries a price tag of US $99.99

Canon EOS-1Ds Mark III in November 2007

Canon EOS-1Ds Mark III in November 2007

One of the most anticipated digital SLR cameras, the Canon EOS-1Ds Mark III, will hit the Japanese markets in late November. Boasting a 21.1 megapixel resolution, the successor to the hugely popular EOS-1Ds Mark II offers 100-1600 ISO levels. With its 35mm full-size CMOS sensor, professional photographers have a lot to look forward to in this baby. With the inclusion of the new DIGIC III featuring two advanced imaging engines, the camera supports JPEG and RAW image formats, plus 19-point autofocus.
The EF lens is housed in a dustproof housing, while the EOS Integrated Cleaning System offers high reliability. If you thought the Canon EOS-1D Mark III, which was unleashed in May 2007 was good, well, you may find yourself drooling for the 1Ds Mark III. The mammoth camera features a big 3″ preview LCD.
While pricing information is not available, it feels good to know that the Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III will hit the stores late November 2007. Of course, the package does not include lens

Canon PowerShot A720 and A650 IS Digital Cameras

Canon PowerShot A720 and A650 IS Digital Cameras

Canon unleashed two new models in its amateur-to-hobby-photographer PowerShot “A” series of digital cameras. The PowerShot A720 IS is an 8 megapixel digital camera while the PowerShot A650 IS offers a whopping 12.1 megapixel resolution, the highest yet in the A series. Having used the PowerShot A75 extensively, I am quite fond of these cameras. Easy to use, and great quality imaging are trademarks. Featuring the new DIGIC III image processor, both cameras offer faster start-up, faster autofocus and quicker shutter response times. Image quality is improved, while power consumption has been reduced - allowing the camera to extend battery life.
PowerShot A720 ISThe PowerShot A720 IS features Canon’s OIS - Optical Image Stabilization - technology for sharp and clear images and avoids blurring due to camera shake. The A720 can also capture VGA-resolution movies. With several scene modes and the usual simple control layout.
PowerShot A650 ISThe A650 IS offers 12.1 megapixel resolution and 6x optical zoom - taking it to the next level for hobby photographers. With 21 shooting modes and a 2.5″ preview LCD, the A650 offers an ergonomic grip. Put it in Canon’s WP-DC18 waterproof case and you can shoot images at depths up to 130 feet. Great for your next trip to the Ras Mohamed National Park.
Both cameras support SD-HC (high capacity SD) memory cards as well as MMC. With the new Genuine Face Detection technology, the camera can detect up to nine forward-looking human faces in a screen.
The PowerShot A720 IS carries a price tag of US $249.99, while the PowerShot A650 IS is priced at US $399.99. Both run on two AA batteries.

Sony DSC-H3 Camera

Sony DSC-H3 Camera

Sony is introducing a super-zoom digital camera small enough to carry to any school activity. The new 8-megapixel Cyber-shot DSC-H3 camera has a powerful 10x optical zoom lens for those close-up shots you don’t want to miss, and yet features a super compact form so you can take the camera along anywhere.
The model features high-definition component output, putting a high-resolution spin on the family slideshow. Families can see their digital photos the same way they watch their favorite TV shows – in full 1080 HD resolution.
The DSC-H3 model includes a variety of features such as a powerful Carl Zeiss ® 10x optical zoom lens, a long-range flash that lights up subjects farther from the camera, and a 2.5-inch LCD screen that automatically adjusts for correctly exposed, sharp photos.
Equipped with Sony’s Dynamic Range Optimizer, originally developed for the Alpha digital SLR system, the new camera can analyze captured image data, and instantly determine the best exposure and tonality of each picture before JPEG compression.
The SonyCyber-Shot DSC-H3 camera will ship next month for about $300.

Ricoh Caplio R7 digital camera

Ricoh Caplio R7 digital camera

Ricoh has announced its new digital camera named Caplio R7, which is supposed to be launched during the upcoming month of September.
There is no information about its price, but the following details are already known:
- SIE III technology for better visual quality- 8-megapixels- 7x zoom- support for SD and SDHC memory cards- only 24MB of built-in memory- display measuring 2.7-inches- ISO 64 to 1600- records videos on Mjpeg format, with a 640×480 resolution at 30 frames per second

Olympus 795SW and 790SW shock-waterproof digital cameras

Olympus 795SW and 790SW shock-waterproof digital cameras

Olympus has launched two new digital cameras on the Korea market, more specifically the µ795SW and µ790SW. Both cameras are protected against shock and water, which makes them a good choice for those lovely trips to the beach, or to shoot some cool photos under water on a pool. They don’t break as easily as others when dropped, which is also a good point to take in consideration.
The µ795SW is on the lowest level in terms of quality, the waterproof limit is 10m depth, while the shockproof limit are 100kg and falls up to 1.5 meters.