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Nikon D90: HD Video-Enabled SLR Announced August 27, 2008 – After weeks of rumors, Nikon has finally annnounced the D90, a 12.3-megapixel SLR capable of shooting video in 1280 x720 high definition. This successor to the two-year-old D80 is scheduled to ship in November at $999.95 for the body alone or $1299 with an 18-105mm VR lens. See the full story for additional details.
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Casio Adds Digital “Makeup” in Two Cameras
August 20, 2008 - Casio today introduced three compact cameras, two of which incorporate a new processing module called EXILIM Engine 3.0. In addition to enhanced lighting compensation and anti-shake functions, the new engine enables a feature called “Makeup” that smoothes skin and softens shadows in portrait shots. As the photographer adjusts the strength of the effect, the result is shown live on the LCD display. The three cameras, with prices ranging from $179.99 to $299.99, will be available in October. For more details, the full story follows.

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Added on: Aug 20, 2008

Fujifilm Announces Three New Models
August 12, 2008 – Fujifilm USA today introduced three new compact cameras, ranging in price from $199.95 to $299.95, all of which are scheduled to ship in September. The 10-megapixel FinePix S2000HD (seen here) is Fujifilm's first camera to support high-definition video (1280 x 720 resolution). The FinePix F60fd delivers 12-megapixel resolution, sensor-shift image stabilization and an automatic scene recognition system. And the compact 10-megapixel FinePix J150w features a 5x zoom (28mm-140mm equivalent) with a substantial 3-inch LCD, housed in a slender 0.9-inch (22.6 mm) body. For details on all three cameras, see the full story that follows.

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Added on: Aug 11, 2008

Olympus Introduces Two 8MP Compacts
August 19, 2008 – Olympus has announced two new FE-series compact cameras, both slated to ship this month, and both offering 8-megapixel resolution. The FE-360 (shown here) features a 3x zoom lens in a slender 0.7-inch-deep camera, priced at $149.99. The step-up model, the FE-370 ($199.99), raises the zoom level to 5x and incorporates both sensor-shift and ISO-boosting image stabilization systems. Additional details follow.

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Added on: Aug 19, 2008

Three Camera Updates from Olympus August 25, 2008 - Olympus unveiled new cameras in three product categories today: the rugged 1050 SW (shown here), the ultra-zoom SP-565 UZ and the skinny Stylus 1040. All three are due to ship in October, at prices ranging from $199.95 to $399.95. For details on these camera introductions, click below.
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Adobe Updates Photoshop Elements and Photoshop.com
August 26, 2008 - Adobe announced Photoshop Elements 7 and a significant enhancement to its Photoshop.com online offering today. The software additions include expanded quick-fix tools plus guided step-by-step editing sequences covering adjustments for levels and distortion effects, image cropping and artistic effects. In addition, Adobe announced a tiered upgrade to its Photoshop.com web site, with 5 GB of online storage for software purchasers and 20 GB plus additional benefits for a $49.95 annual fee. Details follow.

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Added on: Aug 25, 2008

Canon Adds Four Compact Cameras
August 26, 2008 – Canon today updated its A series line with two new models, introduced the 10x zoom PowerShot SX110 and the E1 camera designed for the "tween" market. The A2000 IS and A1000 IS (shown here) feature similar body styles, 10-megapixel resolution, optical image stabilization and AA battery power, differing in zoom lens and LCD specs. The E1 is another 10-megapixel introduction with 4x zoom and 2.5" LCD. It comes in pink, blue and white and offers user-selectable shutter sounds.

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Added on: Aug 25, 2008

Canon Intros DIGIC IV Processor with New SLR
August 26, 2008 – Canon today announced the first camera to incorporate the company’s new DIGIC IV processor. The EOS 50D, a 15-megapixel digital SLR priced at $1399 (body only), is slated to ship in October. While the new camera shares many features with the existing EOS 40D, it represents a substantial jump in image resolution, ISO range and LCD performance.

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Added on: Aug 25, 2008

Panasonic Intros 4 Point-and-Shoots
July 21, 2008 - Panasonic announced a varied slate of upscale compact cameras today, including the 18x ultra-zoom DMC-FZ28 ($399.95), the 14.7-megapixel DMC-FX150, the DMC-LX3 ($499.95), successor to the widely praised LX2 high-performance model, and the point-and-shoot oriented DMC-FX3 ($349.99). While each has its own distinctive features, they also share important core specs, including Leica lenses, optical image stabilization and a processor step-up to the Venus IV engine.

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Added on: Jul 20, 2008

Nikon Unleashes Six Cameras, New Tech

August 7, 2008 - Nikon today announced not only six additions to its Coolpix line (including the 610c shown here), but also three technologies that are built into all the new models. These include Scene Auto Selector Mode, Smile Mode and Blink Warning. The cameras, which range in price from $249.95 to $499.95, are all scheduled to ship in September. For details, read the complete story that follows.

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Added on: Aug 06, 2008

Sony Unveils Two 10MP Compacts
August 7, 2008 - Today Sony announced two new 10.1-megapixel cameras, the DSC-T700 and DSC-T77. Both feature Carl Zeiss lenses and touch-screen LCDs. The DSC-T700 (shown here), with a 4x optical zoom lens (35-140mm equivalent) is designed to serve as both camera and digital photo album, with an unusually high-resolution 921,000-dot-LCD touch-screen measuring 3.5 inches. The DSC-T77 is Sony’s thinnest camera, less than 5/8” (15mm) thick, yet still incorporates a 4x optical zoom lens. Both cameras are scheduled to ship in late September, the DSC-T700 for $400, the DSC-T77 for $300. Read the full story for further details.

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Added on: Aug 06, 2008

Olympus and Panasonic Announce Micro Four Thirds Format August 5, 2008 - In an attempt to attract compact camera owners hesitant to buy relatively bulky SLRs, Olympus and Panasonic today announced the Micro Four Thirds format, a more compact variant of the existing Four Thirds format, which will enable smaller, lighter camera designs
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Fujifilm Announces Sociably Oriented Z200fd
July 31, 2008 – Fujifilm today announced the FinePix Z200fd, a fashionably slender 10-megapixel camera that introduces two new variants on face detection technology: Couple Timer, which automatically shoots when two faces come close together, and Group Timer mode, which lets you specify the number of faces required to trip the shutter, allowing the photographer plenty of time to get into the shot. The FinePix Z200fd will be available in four colors (black, silver, red and pink) in September, selling for $299.95.

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Added on: Jul 30, 2008

Pentax Adds Optio E60 July 28, 2008 – With the introduction of the Optio E60, an inexpensive 10.1-megapixel compact camera with a 3x zoom lens, Pentax rounded out its holiday product lineup today. The pocket-size point-and-shoot, with a 2.4-inch LCD, incorporates a variety of preset picture modes, face detection (up to 10 faces) and in-camera image editing.
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Samsung Unveils 2nd Half Line-up July 16, 2008 – Today Samsung introduced four new cameras, ranging from the 14.7-megapixel all-metal TL34HD at $329.95 to a 10.2-megapixel compact, the SL201, that still boasts manual controls and other sophisticated features for $169.95. All four cameras are expected to ship in September.
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Casio Offers Skinny Body, Long Zoom July 14, 2008 - Casio total announced the EXILIM Zoom EX-Z150, offering a 4x optical zoom in a wafer-thin .79-inch body. The camera is pocket-size petite (3.81 inches wide, 2.26 inches tall, weighing 4.44 oz.), yet still provides a 3-inch LCD, a first for the EXILIM line.
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Kodak Intros Two New Cameras
July 10, 2008 - Kodak today announced two inexpensive cameras, the EASYSHARE Z1015 IS and the M1093, both featuring image stabilization and the company's Smart Capture feature that automatically recognizes scene characteristics and adjust camera settings accordingly. The Z1015 IS is a 10-megapixel model with a 15x optical zoom lens starting at a wide 28mm. The M1093, a compact 10-megapixel point-and-shoot, features a 3-inch LCD screen and a 3x zoom lens. Additional details are available in the full article.

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Added on: Jul 10, 2008

Nikon Announces D700 SLR July 1, 2008 - Nikon today introduced the D700, offering several key features taken directly from its pro-level D3 camera, including the same 12.1-megapixel FX format sensor and 51-point auto focus sytem, but priced at $2995.95, a fraction of the D3 price. For more information on their relative capabilities, click the link below.
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New Nikon SB-900 Speedlight Promises Enhanced Power and Versatility
July 1, 2008 – Nikon today introduced its SB-900 Speedlight, offering higher light output, wider zoom range coverage and more advanced light-pattern control than its predecessor, the SB-800, which will be dropped from the product line.

The new flash, scheduled to ship in August for $499.95, offers three selectable light patterns: center-weighted, standard (same as the existing SB-800) and even, which is supposed to provide wide, even coverage tailored for group photography. Light output increases to 47ft./157.5m. at ISO 200. The SB-900 has the ability to move the flash tube and reflector system independently, allowing the system to tailor the light pattern to match the subject.

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Added on: Jun 30, 2008

Ricoh Announces 12-Megapixel GX200 June 24, 2008 - Ricoh today announced the GX200, a 12-megapixel point-and-shoot with a 24mm super-wide-angle lens, manual control, RAW capture, and an optional removable tilting electronic viewfinder. The GX200 replaces the GX100, introduced in May 2007. It will be released in the UK in late July for £349.99, or £399.99 with the electronic viewfinder.
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