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Pocket Lint have published their review of the Sigma SD14 DSLR camera. 'The SD14 updates Sigma’s SD10 D-SLR and like its forbear, the SD14 eschews “normal” CCD or CMOS sensor technology using Foveon’s X3 sensor. This uses pixel encapsulated in layers in the silicon that allows each layer of pixels to capture only one of the three wavelengths of light: red green and blue. CCD and CMOS sensors use a matrix of coloured squares to “create” the colour in scene, the SD14 captures the natural colour as part of its hardware that, in theory at least, means better colour fidelity.'

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IT Reviews have published a review of the compact BenQ T700 digital camera. 'Weighing in at just 180g plus the battery, this 7-megapixel camera is the first of the T series to have a 3-inch touch-screen display and it's acknowledged to be the world's slimmest. This means you have the largest possible preview of your snaps at a screen resolution of 232,000 pixels. Operating controls are reduced to a minimum, so apart from your on/off and shutter buttons on the top, there's a zoom variation beside the touch screen, alongside menu and playback buttons. Touching the menu button brings up the large scale icons on the display and you can either navigate through them with your finger or by using the supplied touch-pen.'

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CNET have published a review of the stylish Casio Exilim EX-S880 (Silver) digital camera. ‘The EX-S880 features an 8-megapixel CCD sensor and Casio's new Exilim Engine 2.0 image processor, compared to the S770's 7-megapixel sensor and original Exilim Engine processor. Beyond these two upgrades, however, the camera's hardware attributes are largely identical to those of its predecessor; as I stated above, both cameras share the same large LCD and 3x lens. The camera's menus and software-based controls keep the same convenient interface, while the new image processor and a few new features set it a bit above the S770.’

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A review of the Olympus Evolt E-510 DSLR camera has been posted over at Digital Trends. ‘First things first—the difference between the E-410/510 is a lot more than a hundred bucks. The E-510 is larger and heftier than the E-410 making it easier to hold. The E-510 is still pretty lightweight and won’t wreak your shoulder—it tips the scales at 16.6 ounces for the body only compared to 13.2 for the E-410--which is the lightest D-SLR available. Besides the heft, the E-510 has built-in sensor shift image stabilization so no matter which lens you attach you get the benefits of IS. While it’s no panacea it does help you shoot in low light with less chance of blur and helps eliminate most jitter when you’re in extreme telephoto settings.’

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Computeractive have published their review of the Canon Digital IXUS 950 IS digital camera. 'The eight-megapixel Canon Ixus 950 IS is an upgrade to the six-megapixel 800 IS model released last summer. Resolution hike aside, it appears almost identical, except for a few slight changes to the design. So what’s actually new? The 35-140mm, 4x-zoom compact camera features a faster Digic III image processor than its predecessor – the same processor that's found in Canon’s more expensive digital SLRs – and the ability to take low-light snaps without flash using up to ISO1600 sensitivity (the top setting of the 800 IS was ISO800), plus a gimmicky creative light effects option that transforms points of light into stars, hearts or musical notes.'

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Camcorder Info have published a review of the Samsung SC-DC173 DVD camcorder. 'A large, circular disc hatch engulfs most of the SC-DC173’s right side. Unlike most disc hatches, Samsung’s includes an embedded plastic window so you can see some disc spinning action while you record. The SC-DC173’s hand strap is probably one of the most adequate features on this camcorder. It’s soft, bulky, and padded with plush foam. In addition, the hand strap is mounted almost halfway up the back, so the SC-DC173 will not flop to the side like most camcorders. Above the rear strap anchor is the generously-sized mode dial, which is easy to access and shift with the thumb. Near the top, above the mode dial, you’ll find the disc/card switch. A miniscule USB port hides below the rear strap anchor, sheltered by an oval plastic cover secured to the body rather firmly.'

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CNET Asia have published a preview of the tough Olympus Mju 790 SW digital camera. 'Built like a tank, the previous 770 SW looked as if it was designed to withstand bullets. It was tough, heavy and just about as attractive as a silver-skinned ogre. Male geeks loved it. But because of its Incredible Hulk attributes, it was hardly a fit for a too-chic Gucci clutch bag. The new 790 SW, on the other hand, is a decidedly prettier offering. It's available in five colors and brings to mind comic book characters like Batgirl, Elektra and even Storm from the X-men series--sexier alter egos to the beefy superheroes.'

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DigiCamReview have published a review of the 10-megapixel Casio Exilim EX-Z1050 digital camera. ‘The camera is compact and stylish, with a sturdy metal body available in a number of colours. The camera is very easy to use, the menu system is straightforward and the buttons and controls are logically arranged. There is a good choice of features and options, although the camera doesn't feature manual controls. The camera speed is generally very good, with a fast switch on time, fast focusing time, fast shutter response, and a fast continous shooting mode. The screen size is good at 2.6" although the resolution is on the low side at 114,000 pixels, the quality appears to be very good.’

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Imaging Resource have published their review of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ8 digital camera. ‘Although the FZ8's 12x optical zoom and effective MEGA O.I.S. play a major role in its litany of attributes, the camera's real strength lies in the sum of its parts. Compact, easy to handle, and easy to use, the Panasonic FZ8 has a feature set that not only puts amateur and inexperienced photographers at ease, but also gives enthusiasts and advanced amateurs plenty of imaging tools to keep them happy. Given the camera's extensive controls, the latter group is more likely to gravitate toward the FZ8 than snapshooters. Still, newcomers to digital imaging can take advantage of the long zoom without hassling with manual features. And anyone who wants to hone their photographic skills can easily use the FZ8 as a learning tool.’

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Digital Camera Review have published a review of the GE A730 digital camera. ‘The A730 is black with silver accents. It is lightweight (only 120g without the 2 AA batteries), but has a boxy dressed up disposable camera feel. Other point and shoot (P&S) cameras pride themselves in their sleek, sexy, fit-in-the-hand (or pocket) designs, but the A730 does not quite meet those standards. The front of the camera consists of the 3x auto focus zoom lens, flash, microphone (for video capture), AF assist beam/timer indicator, and of course the GE logo—just like the one on your kitchen appliances!’

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CNET Asia have posted a preview of the 8-megapixel Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18 digital camera. 'Panasonic has announced its latest Lumix digital camera, the 8.1-megapixels DMC-FZ18. In a crazy mixed-up world where nothing much makes sense any more, least of all technology naming, what does that Z18 stand for? It stands, my friend, for 18x optical zoom. Yes, 18x. That's equivalent to 28-504mm on a 35mm film camera. The DMC-FZ18 has a 28mm wide-angle Leica DC lens. A zoom that size would massively magnify those jitters we mysteriously wake up with every morning, so it's a good thing the DMC-FZ18 has an optical image-stabilization system. This shifts the lens fractionally to compensate for those tiny shakes, so our pictures should be blur-free, even if our vision isn't.'

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A review of the Canon HG10 camcorder has been posted over at Camcorder Info. 'The first element to lunge forward on the HG10 is its 10x optical zoom lens. The lens has a focal length of 6.1 – 61mm (35mm equiv. = 43.6 – 436mm in16:9 or 40 – 400mm in 4:3) and an aperture range of f/1.8-3.0. Like the HV20 and Sony HDR-SR7 (Specs, Recent News, $1399), the lens has 43mm thread for an add-on, such as a fish-eye or telephoto. Lurking beneath the massive lens is a mic input, housed by a thin plastic cover. To the left of the mic input lies the neighboring remote sensor. Along the left side, a vertical strip contains the flash, Instant AF sensor, and video light. This is a sibling of the HV20’s front end, no bones about it. The HG10 features an identical layout—something Canon is apparently not willing to toil with.'

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Digital Camera Info have published a review of the slim Canon PowerShot SD750 digital camera. ‘The front of the Canon PowerShot SD750 has a 3x optical zoom lens placed on the right side with a wide, flat ring around it. The ring is black with tiny grooves and is adorned with chrome lettering. On the right side of the ring is a label that boasts the "7.1 Megapixels." Along the inner rim of the lens, on the portion that extends outward, is a string of specs: "Canon Zoom Lens 3x, 5.8-17.4mm 1:2.8-4.9." Interrupting the wide ring along the upper right edge is the built-in flash unit. To the upper left of the lens, on the ring of the SD750, is the auto focus assist lamp. To the lower left of the lens on the black ring is a tiny, hardly noticeable hole for the microphone.’

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Laptop Magazine have published a review of the compact Olympus Stylus 780 digital camera. 'The Stylus 780 is the first point-and-shoot to use Olympus' new digital processing engine, the TruePic III Image Processor. This technology allows for mechanical image stabilization (MIS), which helps steady the shot by allowing the image sensor to move along the X- and Y-axes and compensate for movement by the photographer. We took photos of the Manhattan skyline using the Night Scene mode (which took all photos at a four-second exposure and ISO 250), and while the MIS helped steady a freehand shot, the photo was still blurry, though less so than with the MIS off. When we did the same test with the camera rested on a sturdy ledge, the MIS compensated for our shaky hand movement when pushing the shutter to remove any blur we saw without MIS, helping us get a perfect shot.'

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A review of the Sanyo Xacti VPC-E1 waterproof camcorder has been posted over at CNET. ‘Nowhere is the line between still cameras that capture movies and video cameras that take stills fuzzier than in the ambiguous market segment occupied by the Sanyo Xacti VPC-E1. Despite the moniker "digital movie camera" and the nontraditional pistol-grip design, everything about the E1, which includes the ability to shoot 640x480, 30fps movies as well as 6-megapixel still photos, says plain, old camera. And in that respect, though we're not exactly swimming in waterproof cameras, the Sanyo Xacti VPC-E1 has some strong competition, notably the Olympus Stylus 770SW and the Pentax Optio W30.’

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A review of the Nikon Coolpix L12 digital camera has been posted over at Pocket-Lint. 'The Coolpix L12 sits at the top of Nikon's L-series of budget digital cameras and despite the "usual" naming conventions and the "12" in the camera's name, this is not a 12-megapixel model but a 7.1-megapixel compact.This is a small but not ultra-compact digital camera that in terms of styling is pretty bland – in a pocketable way. Its features include a surprisingly high-end combination of Face detection AF, manual white balance control (as well as the standard set of presets) and optical image stabilisation.'

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Digital Trends have published a review of the Casio Exilim EX-Z1050 digital camera. 'The Exilim EX-Z1050 is as ordinary as can be, looking like every other silver-bodied “Made In China” camera on the market (and there are dozens of them). To spice things up a notch, the digicam is also available in black, blue and pink to match your mood or clothing. The front is dominated by the 3x optical zoom that translates to 38-114mm in 35mm terms. When you power up, it pops out; when shut down it retracts into the body and there’s a built-in lens cover. Again, nothing out of the ordinary. You’ll also find the flash, an AF Assist lamp, microphone and a few decals touting the brand and 10.1-megapixel resolution.'

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Lets Go Digital have published a review of the Ricoh Caplio GX100 digital camera. ‘The most striking specification of the Ricoh GX100 is the zoom range. It starts at 24mm (35mm equivalent). This is a true wide-angle! Although there are a few other cameras with this kind of wide-angle, the Ricoh Caplio GX100 is rather unique. The tele-range goes up to 72mm, which is reasonable. The focal length is long enough for a head-shoulder portrait, but you will not be able to record the uncommon bird in your yard. If 24mm is not sufficient as wide-angle, you can screw an optional converter lens via an adapter on the camera. This way you will have a wide-angle equivalent to 19mm, amazing! To compensate jitter, the Ricoh Caplio GX100 has been equipped with an optical image stabilizer. With that, Ricoh follows the current trend.’

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Trusted Reviews have published a review of the BenQ DC-T700 ultra-compact digital camera. 'In terms of overall performance the T700 shows its budget camera heritage. Start-up time is very slow at well over four seconds, and in continuous shooting mode it averages around one frame every two seconds, and that’s with a high speed memory card. It is another of those annoying cameras with no audio cue to let you know when it’s taking shots in continuous mode. In single shot mode it is even slower, with a cycle time of around five seconds, and slightly longer if the flash is used. This is odd, because the wide-area AF system is actually fairly quick, and I suspect this is another Pentax component. Low light focusing however is another matter entirely, and is a real problem.'

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Digital Camera Review have published a review of the GE E850 digital camera. ‘The GE E850 is purely a point and shoot camera. There is an "M" mode on the dial, but don't let it confuse you - it's essentially a program auto mode. In full auto mode, you can change the flash modes, focus modes, timer modes, exposure compensation, capture resolution and image quality (compression settings). In "M" or program auto mode, you can change the above, plus the white balance, ISO, and color settings. Besides auto and program auto, there are several other modes accessible via the mode dial. Playback mode is on there, as well as panorama assist mode, portrait mode, digital image stabilization mode, scene modes, and movie mode.’

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PC Magazine have published their review of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ8 superzoom camera. ‘The 7.2-megapixel Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ8 is an update to the company's FZ7, a former Editors' Choice winner in the budget superzoom category. The camera retains the FZ7's 12X optical zoom lens and 2.5-inch LCD, and adds a unique feature, an Intelligent ISO mode that helps reduce blur in action shots. Although the FZ8 takes pretty good pictures and performs well enough, its lack of a wide-angle view prevents it from unseating our current favorite, the Lumix DMC-TZ3. Although the TZ3 offers less-powerful zoom capabilities (10X), its lens boasts a much wider angle—28mm, in 35mm equivalent—than the FZ8's, which I believe is a more important feature. A wide-angle view can help you capture more of a particular scene such as a group portrait or landscape in one shot. The FZ8 has a 6mm-to-72mm range (equivalent to a 35mm lens with a 36mm-to-432mm zoom) and corresponding maximum f-stops of f/2.8 to f/3.3.’

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Digital Camera Info have published a review of the General Electric G1 digital camera. ‘The front looks like a cross between a flat Sony T-series digital camera and a shiny black refrigerator. The left side of the front curves ever so slightly to the back to make somewhat of a hand grip, although the surface is so slick that this camera will slide right out of your hands if they’re even a bit sweaty. There is a circular GE logo on the left that certainly reinforces the refrigerator look. In the lower left corner are printed words: "7.0 megapixel G1." The upper right portion of the center of the camera houses the lens unit, surrounded by a square, chrome frame. To the right of the tiny lens is a tiny LED indicator lamp that doubles as an auto focus assist lamp. To the left of the lens is a small flash unit., and below the lens are the printed lens’ specs: "3x optical zoom 6.4-19.2mm 1:3.5-4.3." Echoing the chrome frame around the lens is a larger rectangular chrome frame around the entire front.’

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A review of the Panasonic HDC-SD1 camcorder has been posted over at CNET. 'One advantage of using flash memory cards as a recording medium in camcorders is that they facilitate smaller designs. The body of Panasonic's 1.1-pound HDC-SD1, which records high-definition 1,440x1,080 AVCHD video to SD cards, is a mite smaller than camcorders which use other formats, but its tubular shape retains a bit too much bulk to be truly compact. It's not wasted space, though; the SD1 accommodates a 12x zoom lens, a 3-inch, 16:9 LCD, a 5.1-channel surround microphone, and a trio of 1/4-inch, 560,000-pixel CCDs.'

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Camcorder Info have published a "First Impressions" review of the new Pansonic HDC-SX5 camcorder. 'The front of the Panasonic HDC-SX5 borrows a lot of its looks from its predecessor, the HDC-DX1 (Review, Specs, Recent News, $1119.99). It appears that Panasonic has chosen, at least for the time being, not to release another purely DVD AVCHD camcorder. The HDC-SX5 features a new Leica Dicomar 10x optical zoom with a 37mm filter diameter. It has a focal range of F3.0 – 30.0mm (35mm equiv = 42.9 – 429mm) and an aperture of f/1.8 – 2.8. Like the HDC-DX1 and HDC-SD1 (Review, Specs, Recent News, $1119.99), the lens is partially concealed by a matte box that can be screwed on and off. To the side of the lens is t