Digital Camera News, Reviews and Tips
DP Review has now published a preview and some sample images from the new Canon Rebel XS/1000D.
The EOS 1000D is remarkably similar in appearance to its marginally larger relative – the 450D. The basic shape is pretty much identical, although you will be able to spot some minor differences if you look closely enough.
For the latest news, reviews and more, stay tuned to Photography Bay’s Canon Rebel XS Reviews and Resources.
Trusted Reviews has posted a review of the Pentax Optio S12.
Like its predecessors the Optio S12 is a very well made and easy to use camera, with a nice simple design that continues to look good even five years after its initial launch. Although it lacks image stabilisation, it makes up for it with numerous other fun and useful features.
PC Mag has posted a review of the 20x zoom Olympus SP-570 UZ.
Image quality, while not stellar, will likely please most shooters and is easily bolstered by flexibility and a wealth of innovative features. In fact, the SP-570UZ is one of the best all-purpose cameras we’ve seen.
DP Expert has posted a review of the Sony Cybershot DSC-W150.
We are impressed. The black model that we had for testing is handsome. It has a high quality feel and appearance. The inclusion of an optical viewfinder is a plus, even if it is small and restricted in the coverage of image area.
Imaging Resource has posted a review of the 10.1 megapixel Nikon D60.
Like the D40x before it, the Nikon D60 is a real gem. Consumers should want one, intermediate photographers should want one, and pros would do well to carry one too. The Nikon D60 is one of the finest “family” cameras on the market, easily upholding the standards of its predecessors, which is a tall order.
I couldn’t agree more with Imaging Resource’s assessment (see PB’s Nikon D60 Review). For even more news and reviews on the D60, check out Photography Bay’s Nikon D60 Reviews and Resources page.
Cameras.co.uk has posted a review of the Sony W110.
The Sony DSC W110 does more or less exactly what it sets out to do. This is a no fuss digital camera that is able to cope with most photo opportunities.
PhotoToday has posted a review of the Panasonic Lumix LZ10.
The LZ10 certainly differs from other models in the Panasonic catalog as well as what other manufacturers are offering this year. It’s particularly well suited for those photographers who want a small camera that will let them take control of exposure and allow them to be more creative.
PhotographyBLOG has posted a review of the Nikon Coolpix P80. The new P80 boasts a 10.1 megapixel image sensor, Nikon’s EXPEED processing and vibration reduction on a whopping 18x optical zoom lens. The P80’s 18x Zoom-NIKKOR lens covers focal lengths from 27-486mm (35mm format equivalent).
The 1cm macro mode can’t make up for this camera’s other deficiencies, and whilst image quality isn’t that bad, it isn’t great either, and certainly not as good as our current super-zoom of choice, the Fujifilm Finepix S8000fd.
Pocket-Lint has posted a hands-on first look of the Canon EOS 1000D (aka Digital Rebel XS).
It’s clear that Canon has found itself in a situation where they are lacking a model at the low end of the digital SLR market. While the 450D has allowed Canon to come on leaps and bounds in what it offers, an increase in features and tech has meant the 450D has become a mid-level entry-level camera rather than an entry-level entry-level model.
For the latest news, reviews and more, stay tuned to Photography Bay’s Canon Rebel XS Reviews and Resources.
washingtonpost.com has published a short review of the Olympus SP-570 UZ.
In bright daylight, however, the iESP targeting system (which the autofocus controls use to pick a spot to focus on) worked remarkably well, and produced clear shots even at the maximum zoom, aided by the image stabilization system built into the lens.