Apple vs Nokia vs Samsung vs Sony Ericsson , Best camera phones ?

Now almost every mobile phone, from dual-core powerhouses to cheap feature phone have a camera, so you can snap photographs and upload them to Facebook or email to friends within seconds. Many of the better camera phones can now match and even surpass basic digital cameras, as phone manufacturers use superior sensors and lenses.

Nokia was one of the manufacturers to produce phones with really good cameras. Early success include the N90 and the N93; a mobile phone with a unique flip-out screen that clearly influenced the Flip range of camcorders. Sony Ericsson had success too with the Satio a Symbian handset with excellent 12-megapixel camera and Xenon flash.
Here we’re pit five top camera phones against each other: the Apple iPhone 4, Nokia N8, Samsung Galaxy S2 and Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc. We've also thrown in a wild card in the form of the Samsung Omnia 7; a Windows Phone 7 handset with HD capability.
We’ll take a series of pictures and movies using each mobile phone to see which is our camera phone of choice.
The contenders: specifications
Apple iPhone 4
Significantly improved since the iPhone 3GS, the iPhone 4’s 5-megapixel camera phone with few tweakable features. Two to be precise. Flash and HDR mode, which combines a selection of pictures to bring out detail in shadow and highight areas. Luckily Apple is addressing this with the iOS 5 update, which adds lots of new features like crop, enhance and red-eye and also turns the volume control into a shutter.
Resolution: 5-megapixels
Video: 1280x720p 30fps
Flash: LED
Internal memory: 16Gb/32Gb
Lens aperture: Not quoted
Screen: 3.5-inches 960x640 pixel IPS/LCD Retina Display
Nokia N8
Unsurprisingly Nokia has equipped the N8 with an exhaustive selection of features, including adjustable: White Balance, Sharpness, Colour, Contrast, ISO and Face detection along with a smattering of scene modes. Pixel rating is the highest on test of 12-megapixels (although 5-megapixels are adequate for most people) and it’s the only handset here with a Xenon flash. Take photos using the dedicated shutter button, alternatively tap the screen. The screen is excellent is one of the best in bright sunlight.
Stills: 12-megapixel
Video: 1280x720p 30fps (via update)
Flash: Xenon
Internal memory: 16Gb, microSD
Lens aperture: Carl Zeiss f/2.8
Screen: 3.5-inchs OLED 640x360
Samsung Galaxy S2
Over the years Samsung has consistently produced solid cameraphones. Here it's flagship S2 phone has an impressive smattering of features including: White Balance, Metering, ISO, Face detection, Scene modes, EV, Anti Shake and Blink Detection. There's no top shutter, instead take pictures by tapping the screen. A useful extra is Outdoor Visibility, which makes the screen easier to see in bright sunlight.
Stills: 8-megapixel
Video: 1920x1080p 30fps
Flash: LED
Internal memory: 16Gb/microSD
Lens aperture: Not quoted
Screen: 4.3-inch Super AMOLED 800x480
Samsung Omnia 7
Like other Windows Phone 7 handsets the Omnia 7 had to follow Microsoft’s strict build requirements, which extended to photographic capability. This means the Omnia 7 has a solid camera shutter and 1280x720p HD movies. Features are impressive and include: contrast, medium, saturation, sharpness, EV, metering and Anti Shake along with Wide Dynamic Range.
Stills: 5-megapixel
Video: 1280x720p at 23fps
Flash: Power LED
Internal memory: 8GB
Lens aperture: Not quoted
Screen: 4-inch Super AMOLED 800x480
Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc
Sony Ericsson has added some really useful features to its latest crop of mobile phones, including a Sony Exmor R CMOS sensor. The Reality Display screen is excellent and is was easy to see in bright and dim conditions. Features are impressive, including: EV, White Balance, Metering, Image Stabiliser, Scene mode, Smile Detection. The Arc’s shutter feels a bit flimsy and its position on the far end can make it awkward to hold with one hand, alternatively you can tap the screen to take a picture.
Resolution stills: 8-megapixel
Video: 1280x720p at 29fps
Flash: LED
Internal memory: 320MB
Lens aperture: f/2.4
Screen: 4.2-inch Reality Display 854x480
Test 1: Artificial light
Flash off, all settings on auto, stabiliser on if featured

Apple iPhone 4 and Nokia N8
The Apple iPhone 4 produces the most unnatural photograph; here turning a pine bookshelf bright yellow examined closely fine detail isn't as sharp as the N8 or S2 either, although colours are very bright. The Nokia N8 produces a sharp, detailed picture with natural colours, is a little dark perhaps.

Samsung Galaxy S2 and Samsung Omnia 7
The S2 produces the sharpest photographs here, although our test picture had a pinkish tint and colours (the red of the playing card) lack punch. We found the Samsung Omnia 7 far more sensitive to camera shake than the others, resulting in softer shots when examined up closely. However colours and the exposure are fairly accurate.

Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc
Here colours are natural, if lacking a bit of punch (again the detail in the playing card) and examined closely detail isn't pin sharp, with more more visible noise.
Winner: Nokia N8
Test 2: Natural light
Flash off, all settings on auto, stabiliser on if featured. None of the pictures are full resolution; they had to be compressed for web.

Apple iPhone 4
The picture is very sharp - you can make out all the detail in the bricks on the white post - but pixels are more visible, especially in the sky and the area on the front left is a bit too red.

Nokia N8
A good effort, up close it isn't pin-sharp sharp, but colours are bold and accurate and it's good at handling shadow detail

Samsung Galaxy S2
Colours are generally accurate and up close detail is sharp. Colours perhaps lack the punch of rivals

Samsung Omnia 7
Detail in the trees is soft and not as sharp as any the others here (we can barely read the signs) and there’s more of a problem with image noise. Colours lack punch too.

Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc
Examined closely detail is very soft (you can barely make out the brick patten on the pillar), but conversely the text on the sign is very sharp - artificially so. Artefacts are especially visible on the pavement on the right. It handles contrast pretty well though.
Winner: Apple iPhone 4/Nokia N8
Test 3: Night shot
We’ll admit, most people aren’t going to be taking photographs in the dark using smartphones all the time. However, we wanted to see which phones was best.. All phones had the flash and stabiliser on (if applicable) and automatic settings were used.

Apple iPhone 4 and Nokia N8
Both of these produce pleasing results. The former is brighter and warmer with more fine detail up close, while the N8 with it's Xenon flash has less noise and you can see more of the subject

Samsung Omnia 7 and Samsung Galaxy S2
Producing a dark very noisy picture, the Samsung Omnia 7 (left) is easily the worst, the Galaxy S2 is marginally brighter, showing more of the subject.

Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc
Sony Ericsson’s Exmor R for mobile CMOS sensor helps produce a bright photo, where you can see almost the whole subject - even from 20 feet away. The picture is sharp with lots of detail, although coloured image noise is more visible when examined closely.
Winner: Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc
Test 4: Shooting movies
Please not all the footage has been compressed for YouTube

Apple iPhone 4
Unsurprisingly, 720p detail is not as sharp as the full res S2, however it's still one of the best here. Colour rendition is perhaps a bit warm, but footage is very smooth. All in all very impressive
Nokia N8
The frame rate here is 25fps (the update for 30fps is available now, so we will update the footage as soon as possible), which means action is not quite as smooth as we would like, however that’s pretty much our only complaint. Footage is sharp with lots of detail - far more the the Omnia 7 and Arc and elsewhere colours are natural. Audio is impressive too - you can even make out bird song along with cars.
Samsung Galaxy S2
The Samsung Galaxy S2 is the only phone here that shoots in 1920x1080 and in terms of the clarity of detail it’s apparent straight away. At the start of the movie you can see the detail in the leaves and the trees on the island and you can even read the word ‘Channel’ in the distance. However colour rendition isn't natural as the Nokia though, audio performance lacks clarity. In addition, twice we noticed the movie flick out of focus for a split second as we panned around.
Samsung Omnia 7
The Samsung Omnia 7’s HD video produces decent rather than amazing footage. Colours seem more muted where they should be bright. Contrast isn’t amazing, it’s overly dark in shadow areas, yet the white of the building is too bright. Fine details isn’t as sharp as the N8 or S2 and you can see more artefacts on the water/sky and slightly lower frame rate of 23fps means footage isn’t not as smooth. Audio is pretty good and not dominated by the cars - you can even hear bird song
Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc
We’re not impressed with the Sony Ericsson Arc's performance here. Overall the movie is far too soft, even though it’s HD. Colours seem a touch warm and less natural - the blue sky (in particular) isn’t accurate. However action is smooth thanks to a steady frame rate of 30fps. Audio is dominated by the sound of the louder vehicles on the road behind though.
Winner: Nokia N8
Best camera phones: verdict
Picking a winner for this test is tricky, no one handset excels at everything and even the less impressive phones will be fine for the odd snapshot.
The Samsung Omnia 7 offers a good range of features, but the shutter seems more sensitive than rivals, leading to more issues with camera shake. Stills just aren’t sharp enough and HD movies are soft with drab colours and more artefacts than rivals.
Sony Ericsson’s equipped the Xperia Arc with a good selection of features, a great screen and a sensor that produces best on test low-light performance. Overall we found stills aren't as sharp as we’d like and HD movie performance is the worst here, it’s very soft.
The Samsung Galaxy S2 is a solid performer, full HD footage is very sharp, although audio quality isn’t as clear as we’d like. Stills are good, but outclassed by other camera phones here.
We really like the iPhone’s camera. HD movie footage is sharp and smooth, although colour rendition isn’t as natural as the N8, stills are sharp and low light performance is solid. Our main issue is the lack of features, which the iOS 5 update will resolve.
So that leaves the Nokia N8. Stills are consistently sharp with natural colours, it’s even passable in low light. We’re really impressed with HD video performance, footage is sharp, with excellent audio and it handles changes to lighting conditions better than some others. The Nokia N8 might not have won every category, but consistently solid performance with stills and movies makes it our winner.
Overall Winner: Nokia N8
Source : http://recombu.com/news/best-camera-phones-apple-vs-nokia-vs-samsung-vs-sony-ericsson_M15276.html

Review Kodak EasyShare Z981

Looking for a new digital camera to improve your social networking capabilities? The Kodak EasyShare Z981 digital camera designed for the social networker. Many people used to carry around small pictures in their wallets to show people friends and family after physically developing the film into a photograph. The norm today is not to take a physical picture and share it, but to upload a digital image to your social media network for all to see. Taking and sharing photos has never been easier using the Kodak EasyShare camera.


Depending on how you like to take pictures, and what kind of angle you want for a specific shot, you may want to take vertical shots. On the Kodak EasyShare Z981 you can shoot horizontally or vertically easily as it has a vertical shutter release. There's also a removable vertical grip included with the camera to make it easier and more comfortable to take vertical shots. This is one of the user friendly features that many people like about this camera, although whether you make use of it or not depends on your own preferences. The choice of how you take your photos is up to you, thanks to the powerful zoom and wide angle lens which makes shots look good from any angle.

It is possible to take all of your images, and create slide shows out of them using the multimedia slide show feature on the Kodak EasyShare camera. You can actually make your slide shows directly on the camera without having to load them on your laptop or desktop computer. An added benefit of using this internal slide show feature is that you can include colorful transitions and sounds as well. Sharing your multimedia slide show is very simple - just transfer it to your computer and upload it to the Internet in just minutes. On top of the other high-tech features that are available on the Kodak EasyShare Z981, the multimedia slide show is definitely an innovative option.

A commonality that smart phones and digital cameras share is that most have software that allows for inter-connectivity between the device and your computer. Sharing photos with friends and family on your social media page is very simple when using the Kodak EasyShare software. Organizing your photos is very easy using custom tags on all of your pictures with this software. Using this software will enable you to adjust a variety of settings including lighting, contrast, and color balance. Utilizing FTP technology, the software can help you upload your photos to YouTube or Facebook. Basically, this software included with the Kodak EasyShare can help you share your images with the online community.

If sharing photos online is something you love to do, the Kodak EasyShare Z981 is perfect for avid social network enthusiasts. Slide shows, videos, and regular photos can be easily uploaded to the Internet after you have taken the pictures with your EasyShare camera. The Kodak EasyShare is a camera made with the convenience of the modern user, who likes to upload pictures to social networks, in mind.

Sony‘s Cybershot TX55 an attractive camera

There are a several features that make Sony‘s Cybershot TX55 an attractive camera — just 12.2 mm thin, it has a 3.3-inch OLED touchscreen and can shoot 1080i video — but what has most photographers buzzing is a spec that’s typically ignored by savvy consumers: digital zoom. Sony, by employing 2 new technologies the brand calls “Clear Image Zoom” and “By Pixel Super Resolution”
processing, both promise the camera can double its 5x optical zoom range while still capturing 16.2-megapixel images at full clarity and sharpness. Along with 3D image capture, optical image stabilization and high-speed auto-focus that locks in at 0.1 seconds, this is a lot of camera for $350. Available in September.

16.2 Megapixel Exmor R CMOS Sensor
5X Optical Zoom ~ 10X Digital with Clear Image Zoom + By Pixel Super Resolution
3.3-inch OLED Touchscreen
Full HD AVCHD Video
Intelligent Sweep Panorama

Ultra-thin DSC-TX55 Camera Delivers Full HD Video, 3D and
Picture Effect Mode – with up to 10x Clear Image Zoom at Maximum Resolution

SAN DIEGO, July 25, 2011 – With an exceptionally slim and stylish design, Sony’s new DSC-TX55 Cyber-shot camera makes it easy to capture any moment with high-quality still photos, full high-definition video and amazing 3D images, providing consumers with the ultimate in creative control of their photos and videos.

The DSC-TX55 camera features a range of innovative new technologies, including “By Pixel Super Resolution” technology, which boosts the cameras’ zoom range to a virtual 10x without losing quality at the image sensor’s maximum resolution (16.2 million pixels). The new model is also the first Cyber-shot camera to offer a “Picture Effect” mode, which expands a shooter’s artistic possibilities without the need for editing software.

“Our new DSC-TX55 model redefines what a compact camera can do,” said Yosuke Tomoda, director of Sony Electronics’ Cyber-shot business. “In addition to the newly developed, ultra-thin chassis design, the camera features an incredible combination of features and performance, putting more creativity at users’ fingertips than ever before.”

The TX55 boasts a 16.2 megapixel, highly sensitive Exmor R™ CMOS sensor that delivers incredible image detail and ultra-low picture noise in both still images and Full HD video – even in low light conditions. Also the camera’s hi-speed auto focus can lock onto subject in as little as 0.1 seconds, letting users grab the most fleeting photo moments with ease.

16 Mega-pixel CMOS Sensor with Clear Image Zoom
Just 12.2mm slim (measurement excludes lens cover), which is smaller than the thickness of a standard AA-size battery, the Cyber-shot TX55 is the world’s thinnest camera in its class (among cameras with an optical anti-shake function). The new model captures Full HD AVCHD video clips as well as 16.2 megapixel still images through its innovative and exceptionally thin 5x optical folded zoom lens.

It introduces brand-new ‘Clear Image Zoom’ that boosts magnification without lowering the pixel count in the final image. Exclusive to Sony, ‘By Pixel Super Resolution’ processing further extends the camera’s 5x optical zoom range, allowing full-resolution 16.2 megapixel images with a maximum 10x zoom.

‘By Pixel Super Resolution’ technology also significantly boosts still image quality during movie recording. At a touch of the shutter button, ‘Dual Rec’ grabs detail-packed 12 megapixel-level still photos without interrupting Full HD video shooting. Further, the camera’s back panel is dominated by a super-sized 3.3-inch (8.3cm) Xtra Fine™ OLED wide touch-screen, perfect for showing off photos and movie clips with incredible detail.

Enhanced Creativity and Functionality
The innovative Picture Effect mode broadens the range of artistic options with an exciting palette of in-camera image treatments. Effects can be viewed on the camera screen, allowing users to see the result of a chosen effect instantly rather than during the post-shooting experience.
The full list of seven Picture Effect options includes HDR Painting, Rich-tone Monochrome, Miniature, Toy Camera, Partial Color, Pop Color and Soft High-key.

Newly enhanced with additional electronic image stabilization for vertical and horizontal handshake correction, SteadyShot® image stabilization with Active Mode compensates for handheld camera movements during Full HD video shooting. Users can enjoy crisp, blur-free movie clips at all zoom settings, even when holding the camera while walking.

Great Results Made Easy
The new DSC-TX55 camera makes it simple for users to easily achieve DSLR-like picture quality. Superior Auto mode recognizes a wide range of shooting situations, adjusting exposure and other settings for high-quality images with low noise and high dynamic range.

Intelligent Sweep Panorama mode also features HR (High Resolution) mode, letting users capture breath-taking up to 42.9 megapixel panoramas. Just sweep the camera, then enjoy the results on a connected HD TV, or zoom in using a PlayStation®3 system to reveal the finest details.

3D Still Image captures dramatic 3D photos without the need for a large, bulky stereoscopic lens. With a single shutter press, the camera takes two shots consecutively, using the first image to estimate depth information to create a dramatic three-dimensional still image. Other 3D shooting options include 3D Sweep Panorama mode and Sweep Multi Angle.

Enabling its incredible slimness, the new TX55 camera includes a slot to accept Memory Stick Micro™ (Mark2) and MicroSD/SDHC flash memory cards. Sony offers a choice of ultra-compact, high quality media in capacities up to 16GB, with Memory Stick Micro™ being enhanced to achieve data transfer speed of up to 15MB/s (fastest among micro memory cards) by carrying the same high performance HX Engine controller used on Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo to fully support the new cameras’ features such as 3D and full HD video shooting. All cards come with free PC software (available via download), File Rescue for quick, easy recovery of deleted or damaged photos and files, and x-Pict Story™ that simplifies creation of dazzling slideshows.

Pricing and Availability
The new Sony Cyber-shot™ TX55 camera will be available for about $350 this September at Sony stores, www.sonystyle.com and other authorized retailers throughout the Sony Dealer Network.

The range of Sony Memory Stick Micro™ and MicroSD/SDHC media cards are available now throughout the Sony dealer network and along with an expanded range of coordinating accessories – including the colorful new LCJ-THF camera cover, AC-UD10 AC adaptor and BC-TRN2 fast battery charger.

Olympus Evolt E620 12.3MP Digital SLR

Olympus Evolt E620 12.3MP Live MOS Digital SLR Camera with Image Stabilization and 2.7 inch Swivel LCD w/ 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 Zuiko Lens. I have had the Olympus Evolt E620 12.3MP Digital SLR Camera for about a week and i moved from a E-510. E-510 was my first DSLR and using that over the years i have been very satisfied and happy with the 510 especially due to the in body image stabilization and lens line-up. Liveview was also a plus over competitors but i never really used it unless it was really dark or i needed to manual focus.


Some things on the E-510 that were aging and were kind of the few weak points of the entry level E series was the 3 point autofocus system, small viewfinder and low light focusing. The lcd was so so too but for an SLR i don’t see why a high pixel LCD should be important, sure its good to have one but its not important. Anyhow the Olympus Evolt E620 12.3MP Digital SLR Camera really improves all these problems and really becomes a strong no compromise camera; worthy of buying just because its excellent.. not because its great value as was the case for me for the E-510.

Olympus Evolt E620 12.3MP Digital SLR Camera Tecnical Detail :

12.3-megapixel Live MOS sensor for photo-quality, poster-size prints
Lightweight ergonomic design; kit includes 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 Zuiko lens
TruePic III for superior image quality in all lighting situations; Supersonic Wave Drive (in-body sensor shift)
2.7-inch HyperCrystal III Swivel LCD; Smooth Live View allows you to change the frame rate of the Live View display
Stores images to Compact Flash (Type I and II), Microdrive, xD Picture card (not included)

What’s in the Olympus Evolt E620 12.3MP Digital SLR Camera Box :

E-620 Body
14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 Zuiko Lens
USB Cable
Video Cable
Li-Ion Battery Pack (BLS-1)
Li-Ion Battery Charger (BCS-1)
Shoulder Strap
OLYMPUS Master 2 Software CD-ROM
Manuals and Registration card

Over all for an mid entry SLR you will be very happy with the Olympus Evolt E620 12.3MP Digital SLR Camera. Another factor is ergonomics and i like holding an Olympus but that you will have to try and compare yourself, happy shooting!

Samsung TL500 review

Samsung TL500 is a digital camera with good features but desperate design. That is our newsroom first caught the eye. Many buyers of digital cameras over the decision by the appearance of the camera rather than on its karaketeristika. Yet Samsung has a big company and probably know what they are doing.


The TL500 supports RAW and gives enthusiasts full control over their images thanks to its shutter priority, aperture priority and full Manual shooting modes. When using these settings, shooters can experiment with features such as slower shutter speeds and depth of field; however, for those who prefer ease-of-use over manual controls, the TL500 also offers Samsung’s Smart Auto 2.0 (Still & Movie) scene recognition technology.



Applicable for video recording (640×480 / 30fps / H.264) and taking digital stills, this intelligent feature analyzes the scene and then automatically selects the appropriate settings for the best results possible. Using this mode requires minimal effort and does not sacrifice image quality for simple operation.



The high-end Schneider lens offers a 24mm, ultra-wide focal length and 3x optical zoom. Much wider than traditional compact cameras, the EX1’s 24mm ultra-wide angle lens allows photographers to capture more of a desired scene, such as beautiful landscapes and large groups of friends or family. For blur‑free images, the EX1’s lens is also paired with Samsung’s Dual Image Stabilisation technology.


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Canon Rebel T3 / EOS 1100D Review

Canon Rebel T3 / EOS 1100D Review

The bottom-end of the interchangeable lens camera has become fiercely competitive with manufacturers culling features and cutting-corners to offer a tempting upgrade path from compact cameras, at the most attractive price.
As a result we've seen control dials, orientation sensors and even focus motors disappear to reduce the manufacturing costs of these entry-level, gateway cameras. From the consumer's perspective, of course, we've also seen technologies once only in the reach of the professionals filter down to almost compact camera prices.

For several years, Camera Canon and then Camera Nikon were able to carve up the sub-$1000 DSLR market between themselves, without any particular concern about other players in the market. But this hegemony was never likely to last, especially once the electronics giants such as Panasonic, Sony and Samsung had time to prepare their own competitors. Eventually even Canon had to respond to the arrival of these companies' increasingly impressive low-end offerings, most notably with the splitting of its Rebel series into a multiple model range.

In June 2008, rather than just letting the outgoing model's price drop when the next camera was introduced, Canon launched a completely new model that sat below its then very recent Rebel XSi/450D. The Rebel XS (EOS 1000D in Europe) was unashamedly a cut-down version of the XSi but its mixture of a well trusted sensor and compelling price tag have seen it continue to sell strongly, particularly at the price-conscious end of the market.

Sitting alongside the Rebel XS (1000D), it's clear that T3 (1100D) is very slightly larger but only by a fraction. The new model eschews the 1000D's textured plastic, instead being constructed of smooth, rather low-density materials.

Two-and-a-half years is nearly two lifetimes in contemporary camera terms, so it was beginning to look like the XS might turn out to be a one-off, until the launch of its replacement in February 2011. The Rebel T3 (EOS 1100D) builds on a successful formula and takes it further, offering a strong (if not exactly cutting-edge) set of features in a body that suggests it should be very capable of competing on price.

The 1100D takes a series of familiar-sounding components and folds them together in a distinctly conventional but still capable-sounding package. So there's a 12MP CMOS chip that is likely to date back to the 450D/XSi, coupled with Canon's now-standard 9-point AF system and the 63-area iFCL (Focus, color and luminance sensitive) metering system first seen in the EOS 7D. These combine with the equally well-known Digic 4 processor to offer a camera that's unlikely to offer much in the way of surprises (which should also mean the avoidance of any nasty ones).
Sitting alongside the Rebel XS (1000D), it's clear that T3 (1100D) is very slightly larger but only by a fraction. The new model eschews the 1000D's textured plastic, instead being constructed of smooth, rather low-density materials.
The rear view shows the 1100D has been updated in line with more recent Canon DSLRs, gaining direct access to live view/movie shooting and a Q button for the interactive 'Quick Control' displays.
Canon EOS 1100D specification highlights:

* 12MP CMOS sensor
* 9-point AF system (up from 7 on the 1000D)
* 63-area iFCL color-sensitive metering (from EOS 7D)
* 720p movie recording at 30 or 25fps (H.264 compression)
* 2.7" LCD, 230,000 dots
* ISO 100-6400 (no expansion)
* Basic+ creative point-and-shoot mode
* Eye-Fi wireless SD card compatible menu options

Kodak EasyShare Max Z990 digital camera with 30x zoom test / review

Digital camera review Blog has reviewed an ultrazoom camera Kodak with an extreme zoom range. The Kodak EasyShare Max Z990 sports a zoom lens that starts at 28mm and ends at an amazing 840mm. The Kodak camera also has a big LCD screen and 12 megapixels.


Some key features for the Kodak EasyShare Max Z990:
-30x optical zoom lens (28–840 mm)
-12 megapixel image sensor
-3″ LCD screen
-Optical image stabilization
-ISO sensitivity 64-6400

Digital camera review Blog ends up giving the EasyShare Max Z990 a “Recommended” rating with an overall score of 4 out of 5 possible stars. The digital camera scores highest on value for your money and features, a little lower on design and image quality, while it gets a lower score on how easy it is to use. If you are looking for a camera that is easy to carry everywhere this Kodak might be your choice. One big downside is unresponsive buttons which hopefully Kodak fix with their next camera in this line.
Read the full review of the Kodak EasyShare Max Z990 digital camera with 30x zoom here.

Canon SD400 Ixus 300HS Digital camera Review

The SD400-Ixus 300HS from Canon is equipped with very unique features that have made a debut in the camera industry. Canon has also developed an ELPH or Electronic Physics for the first time for this model, which can be a very good reason to make a shift.
There will be no problem if you’ll be taking pictures in with low lit areas for it has a back-illuminated complementary metal–oxide–semiconductor or CMOS sensor. There’s also the burst photo mode and the extremely slow motion movie mode that adds up to the excitement.



The Canon HS System

The Canon SD400-Ixus 300HS is a 10 megapixel camera with a CMOS sensor. Along with it is an image processor called the DIGIC 4. These both comprise the HS System of Canon. The HS System is the solution that Canon has for lowlight situations. The images turn out to be very satisfying and the adverse effects are avoided, such as blurry problems. Whether you utilize ISO speeds that are high or low in a lowlight scenario, the pictures will still look great.

Just like what I’ve said this HS System by Canon is the collaboration of 2 great features, namely 10 megapixel CMOS sensor and the DIGIC 4. The CMOS sensor sort of traps light in order to get the best possible image quality. This means that the images will be clearer if the sensor will be able to attract a bigger amount of light. The DIGIC 4, on the other hand, has the purpose of minimizing the noise on the images.


The Electronic Physics or the ELPH

The Canon SD400-Ixus 300 HS that is equipped with ELPH is the first to offer manual controls. It can be compared to PowerShot SD90 and can be a very close competitor. In addition, the design and concept of the SD400 was based on the backlit CMOS sensor of Sony, which has been very evident in almost all cameras that were launched this season of spring. The SD400 is known as the Ixus 300HS in Europe because its speed is amazingly fast when it comes to video recording as well as in capturing images.


The Aperture Priority Mode and the Shutter Priority Mode

The factors that most photographers and hobbyists are looking for are the controllable speed of the aperture and the shutter modes. When you place the SD400 camera to aperture mode, it will already choose the shutter speed that will best work in every scenario. And as for the shutter priority mode, when you pick out a shutter speed, the camera is left with the task of choosing the right aperture.

Samsung ST93 Digital Camera review, specs and features

Samsung Electronics just has introduced their upcoming Digital Camera, namely Samsung ST93. The new Samsung Camera comes with ultra design which measures in 89.6 x 54.8 x 17.5mm, stylish ST range and high performance features such as Samsung‘s Magic Frame to create poster-quality visuals from a set of templates, including Wall Art, Full Moon, Retro Film, Ripple, Retro Record and Classic TV for people who looking for best digital camera
experience at an affordable price. The ST93 Digital Camera will be release to market in June 2011 with expected price at £129.99.

Samsung ST93 camera is boast 16-megapixel CCD sensor with support 5x optical zoom and 26mm wide angle lens, up to 3200 ISO sensitivity support, an LCD display, 5 Way UI Key, support 720p HD Movie recording at an impressive 30 frames per second, panorama shot function and Samsung Record Pause function for halt recording and start up again through the simple push of a button and Samsung Sound Alive feature provide clear sound recording by eliminating zoom noise.

Other features of the Samsung ST93 Digital Camera includes Dual Image Stabilisation, which combines both digital Image Stabilisation technology and optical image stabilisation technology by raising ISO sensitivity and/or performing deblurring to provides clearer images in any environment and prevents distorted photos.
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Canon EOS Rebel T3i DSLR Camera Review

Canon EOS Rebel T3i features a vari-angle LCD screen 3-inch rated about 1 million pixels, the remote on the handle is very comfortable with either a textured surface, mic 4-hole needle, remove the lens and the depth-of-field preview. The most recent is "A +" - Scene Intelligent Auto - which is a souped-up smart auto.
analyze the subject in front of it and adjust the Picture Style Auto Plus Auto Lighting Optimizer, auto white balance, autofocus and auto exposure. In the back of a big screen and optical viewfinder with 95-percent coverage and 0.85x magnification. It is surrounded by a rubber eyecup and diopter control allows you to set closest to your vision. You will also find regular blizzard including the Menu, Info, Live View, Exposure Compensation, Q, Play and Delete. Four-way controller gives you quick access to the AF, Picture Styles, burst / self-timer and white balance.

On the right side of the camera is a compartment for receiving SDXC SD card, while the left has two doors rather thin. One gives access to A / V and mini-HDMI out, while the latter has inputs for mic and remote. The bottom Made In Japan DSLR has a metal tripod mount and battery compartment. The camera measures 5.2 x 3.9 x 3.1 (W x H x D, in inches) and weighs 18.2 ounces. Battery rated 550 shots without flash, 440 using the flash 50 percent of the time, per CIPA. You also get two CD-ROMs. One is the EOS Digital Solution Disk with Mac and Windows software for editing photos and develop RAW files. The other is a software manual. We charge the battery, loaded a SanDisk 16GB SDHC Extreme Pro.

Canon EOS Rebel T3i have APS-C 18-megapixel CMOS sensor, 18 megapixels is more than enough for most shutterbugs, adjusted the camera to the highest setting (5164 x 3456 pixels), shooting in RAW + JPEG. About 3.7 frames per second with grid lines enabled. We installed the provided 18-135mm zoom, which has ranked 35mm equivalent 28.8-216mm wide angle so enough with a little telephoto reach.