Digital Camera News, Reviews and Tips
Steve’s Digicams has posted a review of the Sony DSC-W150.
Bottom line – the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W150 is a well rounded ultra-compact digicam. With loads of useful exposure modes and in-camera editing options, the W150 can be used and enjoyed by everyone, whether at home or the office.
Cnet has posted a review of the Canon PowerShot SD890 IS. The new SD890 IS features a 10 megapixel sensor, a 2.5″ LCD panel and a 5x optical zoom (a 35mm equivalent of 37-185mm). The SD890 IS also features a macro mode that allows close focusing at a distance of less than one inch. Cnet said:
A solid compact snapshooter, the Canon PowerShot SD890 IS nevertheless disappoints when compared with its predecessors and line-mates.
Camera Labs has posted a full review of the Olympus E-3 DSLR.
The viewfinder and AF are two usual scapegoats, but with the E-3, Olympus has significantly improved both. The tunnel-vision of earlier Four Thirds viewfinders has been upgraded to a large and bright experience that inspires you to use the 4:3 aspect ratio. The older basic 3-point AF system has been replaced by a new 11-point system which with the right lens and conditions can perform extremely quickly.
For the latest news and reviews on the E-3, visit Photography Bay’s Olympus E-3 Reviews and Resources page.
Steve’s Digicams has posted a review of the Canon Powershot SD770 IS. The SD770 IS features 10 megapixels and an ultra-thin design. The SD770 IS also has a 3x optical zoom, which equates to a 35-105mm zoom range on a 35mm camera. The 2.5″ PureColor LCD II screen and an optical viewfinder make acquiring the image subject easier on the photographer’s eyes.
The Canon Powershot SD770 IS Digital ELPH is everything that you would expect from this line, especially if you have had any experience with them before.
DC Resource has posted a review of the 10.1 megapixel Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX35.
The FX35 takes good quality photos, though there are definitely some issues to point out. On the whole, photos were well-exposed, with pleasing, vivid color. Images are on the soft side, though it’s not too bad. Panasonic has made great strides in reducing the amount of noise reduction they apply to images on their newest cameras, and that shows on the DMC-FX35.
Trusted Reviews has posted a full review of the Fujifilm FinePix S100FS.
The Fujifilm S100FS is a worthy successor to the S9600, and has superior handling, performance and image quality to any other super-zoom camera on the market, but comparing it to a real DSLR is a bit disingenuous. It is very expensive, more expensive even than an entry-level DSLR, and for all its qualities it doesn’t quite compete on the same level.
Below are some of the best photography links from other sites that I came across this week. Enjoy!
60 Photography Links You Can’t Live Without – Camera Porn (not an adult site) – As the name implies, this is a nice selection of essential photography links. Of course, it includes Photography Bay.
Compare cell phone to pro camera – Scobleizer – Can cell phones really compare to DSLRs in terms of image quality? Scoble offers some comparisons and makes a very logical point: “The worst photo you’ll ever take is the one you don’t take because you didn’t have your camera with you.”
The Ultimate Guide to Linux Digital Photography Software – Maysville Linux Users Group – If you are a bigger dork than the rest of us photo geeks, then Part 1 of this authoritative guide may be just what the doctor ordered.
The Ultimate Ball Head Guide – Epic Edits – Brian Auer comes through with another great post, giving you the ins, outs, ups and downs of ball heads for your tripod.
Jury Clears Photographer Who Refused to Stop Photographing an Arrest – Thomas Hawk -Always on top of photographers’ rights, Thomas Hawk follows the story of “photographer Nick Adams being cleared by a Galveston jury of misdemeanor charges of interfering with police while photographing an arrest at a Mardi Gras celebration in 2007.”
Digital Trends has posted a review of the 12.2 megapixel Canon EOS Rebel XSi. The new Digital Rebel XSi kit comes with an stabilized 18-55mm lens. Canon’s entry-level DSLR now features a 3″ rear LCD panel that’s capable of Live View framing and focusing. Digital Trends gave it an editor’s choice award and said:
. . . it’s very easy to recommend the Canon Rebel XSi. It’s a fast-focusing, speedy D-SLR that delivers excellent photos both indoors and outside. At 12.2-megapixels, the camera also has more than enough resolution for huge prints, and you can just shoot in auto or tweak images as much as you’d like.
For more news, reviews and info on the XSi, check out Photography Bay’s Canon Rebel XSi Reviews and Resources.
Imaging Resource has posted a review of the 7.2 megapixel Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S750. The S750 has a 3x optical zoom, 2.5″ rear LCD panel and a sensitivity range of ISO 100-2500.
Overall, shooting with the Sony S750 was pretty straightforward under normal conditions and in the normal parameters. Most functions were easy to find, either in the LCD menu or via one of the external controls. Shutter response was good, faster than average, and cycle times were about average as well.
Let’s Go Digital has posted a review of Canon’s new EOS Digital Rebel XSi. The popular Canon Digital Rebel series is now highlighted by this 12.2 megapixel DSLR, which also features a 3″ rear LCD panel and Live View functionality.
After testing the Canon EOS 450D I am really satisfied with the camera. It is a perfect camera for everybody. If you are just starting with (digital) photography or if you are a bit more experienced, and whether or not you switch from a compact camera, the Canon 450D enables you to take excellent pictures.
For more news, reviews and info on the XSi, check out Photography Bay’s Canon Rebel XSi Reviews and Resources.