DPInterface reviewed the Canon PowerShot A480 digital camera on 30 March 2009 . They said: "The Canon PowerShot A480 is a 10 megapixel entry-level camera which I can recommend. There’s a 3.3X optical zoom lens, very good battery life, a 2.5 inch LCD with good visibility and point-and-shoot operation with a good amount of scene modes. The camera comes with a decent “starter” memory card which is useful for beginners (but not huge or sufficient for everyone). The PowerShot A480 takes everything that made the old ..." (00:06 GMT)

PhotographyBLOG reviewed the Canon PowerShot SX200 IS digital camera on 30 March 2009 . They said: "The Canon PowerShot SX200 IS is an excellent first attempt at a travel-zoom camera, but ultimately it can't quite match its main rival, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ7. Starting with the positives, the SX200 IS's main point of differentiation is the PASM creative shooting modes, which will instantly grab the attention of the seasoned photographer looking for a pocket camera that they can really control. All of the other competitors in ..." (00:04 GMT)

Steves Digicams reviewed the Pentax Optio E70 digital camera on 27 March 2009 . They said: "Pentax's latest entry-level model, the Optio E70, is every bit as easy to use as its predecessors. Green mode, like on the previous models, is the absolute easiest way to take pictures, and the improved auto mode automatically selects the best of 7 shooting modes for the current situation. They have not let the ease-of-use cut down on the features of the camera. Sporting a 10-Megapixel imaging sensor, 3x optical ..." (02:38 GMT)

DPReview reviewed the Canon PowerShot SX1 IS digital camera on 27 March 2009 . They said: "Lets start with the good. The SX1 IS is a nicely designed, easy to use camera with a very useful zoom range and an effective image stabilization system. This combined with the new interface and features that come with Digic 4, such as auto ISO, the slightly tweaked interface and fast shot to shot speeds, and also RAW mode (something rarely seen in cameras of this class) makes the SX1 ..." (02:27 GMT)

DPInterface reviewed the Nikon Coolpix S630 digital camera on 27 March 2009 . They said: "The Nikon Coolpix S630 is a small camera with a lot of zoom and resolution. There’s optical image stabilization, a really, really nice, ergonomic grip (I can’t stop talking about it because it’s that good) and numerous point-and-shoot features. The camera has decent performance (some areas are above average) and very good LCD visibility. However, battery life and movie mode on the Coolpix S630 are not so great. There are lots ..." (02:26 GMT)

DPReview reviewed the Canon PowerShot SX1 IS digital camera on 27 March 2009 . They said: "Lets start with the good. The SX1 IS is a nicely designed, easy to use camera with a very useful zoom range and an effective image stabilization system. This combined with the new interface and features that come with Digic 4, such as auto ISO, the slightly tweaked interface and fast shot to shot speeds, and also RAW mode (something rarely seen in cameras of this class) makes the SX1 ..." (00:07 GMT)

PhotographyBLOG reviewed the Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 digital camera on 26 March 2009 . They said: "The Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ7 is easy to recommend to anyone looking for a compact, pocketable point-and-shoot camera that takes great photos with the added bonus of HD video. Although the DMC-TZ7 no longer has the travel zoom market to itself, with the likes of Canon, Olympus and Samsung all recently launching rival models, it's still the leader of the pack, mainly thanks to the the new 12x zoom lens and ..." (02:35 GMT)

Steves Digicams reviewed the Canon PowerShot SD780 IS digital camera on 26 March 2009 . They said: "I truly enjoyed using the SD780 IS. This camera produces images that rival that of larger more expensive digicams, and offers AF performance that leaves many of them in the dust as well. I was slightly disappointed that the burst mode was slower than its predecessor (I achieved 1fps compared to the SD770's 1.6fps), however I don't see too many of the consumers that buy this camera using that feature ..." (02:25 GMT)

Imaging-resource reviewed the Canon EOS 500D digital camera on 26 March 2009 . They said: "So it's pretty clear, if the Beta unit's quality holds up, that the Canon Rebel T1i's image quality is at least as good as the Canon 50D, delivering more detail than most of the 12-megapixel cameras on the market for less money. Noise suppression is a bigger factor, but you can also turn that noise reduction down or off completely, or shoot 14-bit RAW, something we'll explore in greater depth ..." (01:26 GMT)

Tamron Co., Ltd, a comprehensive manufacturer of optical products with its head office in Saitama City, Japan, announced the development of the SP AF60mm F/2.0 Di II LD (IF) MACRO 1:1 (Model G005), a life-size macro lens designed exclusively for digital SLR cameras with APS-C size image sensors(1) that offers a fast maximum aperture of F/2.0. The SP AF60mm F/2.0 Di II LD (IF) MACRO 1:1 (Model G005), covering an equivalent angle of view of 93mm when converted to the 35mm format(2) and boasting a maximum aperture of F/2.0—one stop faster than the F/2.8 maximum aperture found on conventional macro lenses in the same class... (00:03 GMT)

LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., March 25, 2009 – Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging, today introduced a new addition to its Rebel lineup, the EOS Rebel T1i Digital SLR camera, the first in the Rebel line to feature Full HD video capture. The new Canon Rebel T1i SLR incorporates some of the best technologies from the EOS 50D and EOS 5D Mark II models into an entry-level juggernaut. With a 15.1 megapixel CMOS sensor and HD video capture, along with the DIGIC 4 Imaging Processor, the Rebel T1i gives aspiring photographers plenty of reason to step-up to the latest and greatest model in the Rebel lineup. (02:20 GMT)

Amstelveen , The Netherlands, 25 March 2009: Canon today announces a powerful new tool for professional photographers to create gallery-quality images for exhibition and sale. The PIXMA Pro9500 Mark II is a versatile, 10-colour pigment inkjet printer, capable of producing outstanding, long-lasting prints up to A3+ size or 14 inch wide. (02:02 GMT)

Amstelveen, the Netherlands, 25 March, 2009: Canon announces the launch of the entry level Speedlite 270EX, an enhanced flash designed for EOS and PowerShot users. Replacing the popular Speedlite 220EX, the Speedlite 270EX is aimed at photographers wanting to expand their flash photography beyond the built in flash and those who want a small: pocketable flash unit to complement their EOS-1D or EOS 5D series. The compact Speedlite 270EX builds on the success of its predecessor, with more power than usual for its class and size. (01:30 GMT)

Amstelveen , The Netherlands, 25th March 2009: Canon today announces a new way for serious photographers to create professional-quality prints up to A3+ or 14” wide: the PIXMA Pro9000 Mark II. Replacing the PIXMA Pro9000, the PIXMA Pro9000 Mark II refines the design of its predecessor to offer faster, higher-quality monochrome printing, a wider range of supported media, and a new Ambient Light Correction feature. (00:51 GMT)

DPReview reviewed the Olympus E-30 digital camera on 24 March 2009 . They said: "Olympus DSLRs keep getting better, and the E-30 is undoubtedly the best yet. Despite only twelve months gap between them the E-30 is a considerably more appealing camera than the E-3 (which, thanks to its tank-like construction, still sits above it in the range). This isn't because the image quality is better (which at lower ISO settings it arguably is - certainly it has more highlight dynamic range and a ..." (01:14 GMT)

DPInterface reviewed the Olympus Stylus 9000 digital camera on 24 March 2009 . They said: "The Olympus Stylus 9000 aka Mju 9000 is a really small 12 megapixel camera featuring a big 10X optical zoom lens. It’s the smallest “super-zoom compact” camera you can get at the moment, and it fits nicely into most pockets. The camera has a large and very usable 2.7 inch LCD on the back and backlit controls for operation in low-light. Unfortunately, the Stylus 9000’s actual performance in low-light is ..." (01:08 GMT)

CameraLabs reviewed the Canon PowerShot SD780 IS digital camera on 22 March 2009 . They said: "Much of the appeal of the IXUS 100 IS / SD780 IS of course lies with its physical build and appearance. See it in the flesh and it’s a real head-turner, and the first model we’ve tested in a long while to attract admiring comments from almost everyone who saw it. The camera really is very small with a smart finish and total absence of sharp corners, ensuring it’ll never ..." (01:12 GMT)

LetsGoDigital reviewed the Nikon Coolpix P6000 digital camera on 22 March 2009 . They said: "The Nikon Coolpix P6000 has two strong competitors, the Canon PowerShot G10 and the Panasonic LUMIX LX3; both strong in their own field of experience. Naturally, the ultimate goal is to offer the perfect compact camera solution to the serious photographer. Nikon is close, the concept is there. The only hurdles that have to be taken are to apply a larger buffer and to avoid increasing the pixel amount. The ..." (01:10 GMT)

DPInterface reviewed the Olympus Stylus TOUGH-6000 digital camera on 20 March 2009 . They said: "One of the two latest cameras in the Olympus rugged camera line is the waterproof, drop proof and freezeproof Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 aka Mju Tough 6000. The Stylus Tough 6000 offers point-and-shoot operation in a fun design that comes in four colors. In terms of size, there are smaller rugged cameras out there, though the Stylus Tough 6000 is still pretty compact and fits into most pockets with ease. The ..." (01:35 GMT)

LetsGoDigital reviewed the Canon PowerShot A2000 IS digital camera on 20 March 2009 . They said: "The Canon PowerShot A2000 IS camera may not be a perfect camera; we enjoyed working with it tremendously. All the functions are in a logical spot and the large monitor on the back makes it easy to identify with the subject. For the creative photographer it is a pity the manual settings have disappeared, since these made the PowerShot A cameras unique. On the other hand, the simplicity that comes ..." (01:26 GMT)

LetsGoDigital reviewed the Fujifilm FinePix S2000HD digital camera on 19 March 2009 . They said: "The Megazoom concept has been around for quite a few years now. That said; the only subsequent changes have been an increase in resolution and an improved zoom range. I must admit that the quality of the picture has improved and the application of an image stabilizer significantly contributed to this. Yet, occasionally, the application of several innovations is not always a guarantee of improved quality. This is the case ..." (03:06 GMT)

Steves Digicams reviewed the Canon PowerShot A480 digital camera on 19 March 2009 . They said: "The PowerShot A480 is Canon's newest entry-level model, and takes on a new look from its predecessor the A470. Sporting a 10-Megapixel imaging sensor, advanced face detection software, 3.3x optical zoom lens and a 2.5-inch LCD screen; Canon has put together a nice feature set for a camera in this price range. This fully automatic model is incredibly easy to use, even if you have never picked up a digital ..." (01:38 GMT)

Steves Digicams reviewed the Canon PowerShot A1100 IS digital camera on 19 March 2009 . They said: "To start out 2009, Canon has released the A1100 IS, upgrading the A1000 IS from last year. Two of the major upgrades to the A1100 IS are a 12.1-Megapixel sensor and the new DIGIC 4 processor. This new processor allows the camera to access information taken from thousands of images to correctly choose the proper shooting mode for the current scene or subject you are framing. It also helps improve ..." (01:37 GMT)

PhotographyBLOG reviewed the Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR digital camera on 18 March 2009 . They said: "In a world of look-a-like digital cameras with ever-increasing megapixel counts, the Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR is a veritable breath of fresh air. If you're even remotely interested in getting the best-quality photos straight out of the camera, then the F200EXR is for you. The new EXR mode is as effective in practice as it is revolutionary in principle. The D-Range Priority (DR) mode in particular is literally a real eye-opener, ..." (03:21 GMT)

PhotoReview reviewed the Fujifilm FinePix F200EXR digital camera on 17 March 2009 . They said: "The test camera took approximately 1.5 seconds to power-up ready for shooting and shot-to-shot times averaged 2.1 seconds without flash and almost four seconds with. We measured an average capture lag of 0.45 seconds, which reduced to less than 0.1 seconds with pre-focusing. It took an average of 2.2 seconds to process each high-resolution image. With the normal continuous shooting mode, three shots were recorded at intervals of 1.25 seconds, after ..." (02:07 GMT)

PhotographyBLOG reviewed the Canon PowerShot A1100 IS digital camera on 17 March 2009 . They said: "At first glance the new Canon Powershot A1100 IS looks very similar to its bigger brother, the A2100. I reviewed both cameras at the same time and actually preferred the slightly cheaper A1100 model in many ways. Although offering a smaller, lower-resolution 2.5 inch LCD screen and shorter 4x zoom lens, the A1100 is noticeably smaller and lighter, offers a faster maximum aperture of f/2.8 at the wide-angle 35mm focal ..." (02:03 GMT)

PhotographyBLOG reviewed the Canon PowerShot A480 digital camera on 17 March 2009 . They said: "The Canon Powershot A480 is a refreshingly simple, back-to-basics camera that eschews the recent trend of auto-everything modes in favour of a more holistic approach. This isn't the camera for you if you want smile and blink-detection, face recognition and tracking, Intelligent Auto and other hand-holding modes. Instead the A480 offers a relatively simple but proven 9-face-detection system with 5 AF points, or the time-honoured method of a single central ..." (02:02 GMT)

CameraLabs reviewed the Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 digital camera on 17 March 2009 . They said: "Panasonic may no longer have the compact super-zoom market to itself, but the latest Lumix TZ7 / ZS3 remains a highly compelling camera that’s likely to sell by the bucket-load. It takes the already excellent Lumix TZ5 with its 720p video, 3in / 460k screen and multiple aspect recording, and enhances it with a wider and longer lens (with impressive quality), more efficient video recording (while retaining the older mode ..." (01:57 GMT)

WhatDigitalCamera reviewed the Nikon D3x digital camera on 16 March 2009 . They said: "With the D3x Nikon has finally joined Canon in the exclusive 20 Megapixel Club, and it was worth the wait. The D3x is a stunning camera that pushes the boundaries of DSLR performance to a new level. It isn't perfect, though, in particular, the omission of any form of built-in dust control is a major disappointment. Is it better than the D3? Well, that depends. If you shoot landscapes, or ..." (01:42 GMT)

DigitalCameraReview reviewed the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX37 digital camera on 16 March 2009 . They said: "The Lumix FX35 was one of our favorite cameras of 2008, but revisiting the essentially unchanged Lumix FX37 nearly a year later, it's much harder to make the case that this is one of the best, most versatile cameras out there. That's not because the FX37 has taken a turn for the worse compared to the FX35; rather, it's a reflection of the fact that more manufacturers have rolled out ..." (01:30 GMT)

Steves Digicams reviewed the Kodak EasyShare M1093 digital camera on 16 March 2009 . They said: "The image quality from this model's 10-megapixel fine setting was good for a camera in the sub $200 category. When shooting outdoors, I was able to capture some beautiful images with excellent exposure and vivid colors. The subject in the center of the frame is also nice and crisp, however there was a good amount of edge softness present along the left-hand side of the frame. I also saw a ..." (01:26 GMT)

DCResorce reviewed the Canon PowerShot SX200 IS digital camera on 15 March 2009 . They said: "The Canon PowerShot SX200 IS is a very capable and compact ultra zoom camera. It offers very good photo quality, a 28 - 336 mm lens, a nice combination of automatic and manual controls, a large LCD, and a HD movie mode. It's not perfect though; it has a weak, slow-to-charge flash, battery life is below average, and you can't zoom while recording a movie mode. Despite that, the PowerShot ..." (02:12 GMT)

PhotographyBLOG reviewed the Canon PowerShot A2100 IS digital camera on 11 March 2009 . They said: "The Canon Powershot A2100 IS builds on the key strengths of the previous A2000 model by adding even more beginner-friendly features. The A2100 is a fairly compact camera that produces excellent images in good light, covers a large focal range thanks to the 6x zoom lens, and has a massive 3 inch LCD screen on the back that can be easily viewed from a wide angle. The wealth of different ..." (03:22 GMT)

ePhotozine reviewed the Canon PowerShot SD960 IS digital camera on 10 March 2009 . They said: "It's an interesting camera that they've released in terms of design and styling. It has the feel of the old Mju 2 from Olympus and they've stripped a lot of buttons and stuff off the back. My only concern with this minimalist approach is that to find out what the navigation pad options are only found out by pressing the pad and an icon appears on screen. This isn't very quick ..." (05:12 GMT)

DigitalCameraReview reviewed the Canon PowerShot SD780 IS digital camera on 10 March 2009 . They said: "Look at the SD780's specs sheet basics – 3x zoom, 2.5 inch LCD, tiny viewfinder, and few controls designed to appeal to advanced shooters – and its list price of just a shade under $300 looks hard to justify. Shoot with the camera for a little while, though, and you'll quickly figure out that this is a device that proves to be much more than the sum of its parts. ..." (05:11 GMT)

March 2009: Pretec creator of the highest capacity CompactFlash card in the world (100GB) and the fastest CF card in the world (433X), continues today its record breaking history in the field of speed and capacity by unveiling the extraordinary 666X CF card, the world's fastest CF card. Four times faster than a typical CF card, Pretec 666X CF's dazzling 100MB/s speed is the largest speed boost in CF history. 666X CF card is the newest member of Pretec's family of innovative flash memory card s , consistently first to market in high speed and capacity products ; 233X and 333X CF cards were introduced by Pretec at Taipei in 2007... (04:34 GMT)

March 2009: Pretec , creator of the highest capacity CompactFlash card in the world (100GB) and the fastest CF card in the world (433X), continues today its record braking history in the field of speed and capacity by unveiling the new SDXC 32GB, the world's first, highest capacity and fastest SD card. SDXC (eXtended Capacity) is a next-generation SD card , with capacities up to 2 TB (2048GB), and read/write speed up to 50MB/s initially and up to 104MB/s in the future, with a possible 300MB/s as a long term roadmap. By using exFAT file system, Pretec's 32GB SDXC card is not compatible with SDHC, which is using FAT32 file system. (04:33 GMT)

PhotographyBLOG reviewed the Nikon Coolpix S60 digital camera on 09 March 2009 . They said: "Nikon have certainly succeeded in making the Nikon Coolpix S60 stand out from the point-and-shoot digicam crowd, with a distinctive look and feel that extends to its almost completely touchscreen operation. Ultimately, though, this is also the most frustrating aspect of the camera. It initially feels liberating, if also a little bewildering, to be able to focus, zoom, scroll and select using nothing more than your forefinger or the more ..." (02:02 GMT)

Nikon releases firmware version 1.2 for the Nikon Coolpix P6000. This update offers these improvements: ... (07:51 GMT)

Luminous Landscape reviewed the Nikon D3x digital camera on 04 March 2009 . They said: "What we're left with then is a superb camera that will appeal to the dedicated Nikon user who has been patiently waiting for Nikon to reemerge to its well-earned place as a leader in imaging technology. For them, as long as they can afford the price of admission, the D3x is an almost total winner. For others the price will mean a wait for a smaller, lighter and less expensive ..." (07:16 GMT)

PhotographyBLOG reviewed the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T500 digital camera on 04 March 2009 . They said: "Given that its suggested list price is below £300, Sony's metal-build Cyber-shot T500 feels fairly priced if not quite an outright bargain buy now you can pick up a 10 megapixel alternative for as little as £100. Still, it is a small object of desire that will in truth tempt more the monied or fashion-conscious snapper than it will the photo enthusiast, or anyone wanting a cheap-as-chips intro to digital ..." (07:02 GMT)

LAS VEGAS, NV, MARCH 3, 2009 — Casio America, Inc. and its parent company, Casio Computer Co., Ltd., introduced the latest addition to its stylish series of EXILIM digital cameras today, the EXILIM Zoom EX-Z29. This newest member of the EXILIM line features a stylish, slim and compact design to increase portability, and provides an improved 10.1 megapixels of image resolution with 3X optical zoom. The EX-Z29 will be on display at Casio's booth at the Photo Marketing Association International Convention and Tradeshow. (06:28 GMT)

Las Vegas, NV (March 3, 2009) – Panasonic today introduced the DMC-GH1, the newest member of the company's revolutionary LUMIX G Micro System – a new digital interchangeable lens camera system that delivers professional-level features and performance in a compact and easy-to-use camera body. Compatible with the Micro Four Thirds System standard, the new LUMIX GH1 features advanced video photography functions, such as the ability to record High Definition (HD) AVCHD 1080p/24p video.* In addition, the new LUMIX GH1 comes with a newly developed long-zoom interchangeable lens – the LUMIX G VARIO HD 14-140mm/F4.0-5.8 ASPH./MEGA O.I.S... (05:28 GMT)

London, UK, March 3, 2009 — Eastman Kodak Company (NYSE:EK) today introduced a new addition to its versatile line of digital cameras: the KODAK EASYSHARE Z915, featuring a powerful image stabilised 10X optical zoom lens and Kodak's innovative Smart Capture feature that consistently delivers high quality images. The new camera debuted at Kodak's booth at the 2009 PMA International Convention and Trade Show in Las Vegas (booth F200, South Hall). (02:06 GMT)

March 3, 2009: Panasonic today unveiled a new interchangeable ultra wide-angle zoom lens called the LUMIX G VARIO 7-14mm/F4.0 ASPH. In spite of its impressive wide-angle zoom range of 7-14mm (35mm camera equivalent; 14-28mm), the new lens is surprisingly compact and lightweight for casual on-the-go use. Taking advantage of its wide, 114-degree angle of view, users can easily fit subjects into the frame even when shooting indoors where the distance is limited. (01:38 GMT)

March 3, 2009: Panasonic today unveiled a standard interchangeable zoom lens called the LUMIX G VARIO HD 14-140mm/F4.0-5.8 ASPH./MEGA O.I.S. as a new member of the LUMIX G Micro System. The new LUMIX G lens incorporates an inner focus direct-drive linear motor for focusing, which enables smooth, silent operation of its fast and accurate contrast AF system, for use in both photo and movie recording. (01:37 GMT)

March, 2009: The Sigma Corporation is pleased to announce the new SIGMA 50-200mm F4-5.6 DC OS HSM. This compact high-performance telephoto zoom lens incorporates Sigma's own Optical Stabilizer function. The lens incorporates SLD (Special Low Dispersion) glass in the front lens group and is equipped with an inner focusing system to provide high image quality throughout the entire zoom range. (01:36 GMT)

March, 2009: The Sigma Corporation is pleased to announce the new SIGMA 18-50mm F2.8-4.5 DC OS HSM. This large aperture standard zoom lens incorporates Sigma's original Optical Stabilisation function. This lens offers a large aperture of F2.8 at 18mm wide angle. This large aperture and anti-shale function is ideal for indoor photography and in low lighting condition. For Sony and Pentax mount, the built-in OS function of this lens can be used even if the camera body is equipped with an anti-shake function. (01:35 GMT)

March, 2009: The Sigma Corporation is pleased to announce the new SIGMA 10-20mm F3.5 EX DC HSM. This super-wide angle lens has a maximum aperture of F3.5 throughout the entire zoon range. Its wide angle of view from 102.4 degrees produces striking images with exaggerated perspective. The maximum aperture of F3.5 is ideal for indoor shooting and it enables photographers to emphasize the subject. Two ELD (Extraordinary Low Dispersion) glass elements and a SLD (Special Low Dispersion) glass element provide excellent correction of color aberration. Four aspherical lenses provide correction for distortion and allow compact and lightweight construction. (01:33 GMT)

GOLDEN, CO. March 2, 2009: PENTAX Imaging Company has announced the PENTAX X70 Megazoom digital camera featuring a high magnification 24X optical zoom lens with wide-angle to super-telephoto coverage housed in a highly portable, compact, lightweight body. With 12 megapixels, SLR-like styling and flexible exposure modes, the PENTAX X70 is a true bridge between compact digital cameras and digital SLRs. The X70 is the ideal camera for the intermediate to advanced shooter who wants to step up in form and function from digital compact offerings without the size, weight, and expense of a true DSLR camera. (01:10 GMT)

LAS VEGAS , March 2, 2009 – Sony is spotlighting its first digital still camera to feature sweep panorama technology here at the Photo Marketing Association confab. The new HX1 Cyber-shot model can take 224-degree panorama shots in one easy press-and-sweep motion. It is also the company's first Cyber-shot camera to use the exclusive 1/2.4-inch Exmor™ CMOS sensor technology. This technology allows it to achieve burst speeds of 10 frames per second at full 9.1 megapixel resolution in continuous burst mode. (01:04 GMT)

CENTER VALLEY, Pa., February 24, 2009 – As children, our imaginations run wild and finger-painted artistic creations are proudly displayed on our family refrigerators. But as we grow older, we learn to color inside the lines, and have less and less time for art. We often lose touch with how satisfying it is to create something uniquely our own. Olympus delivers the new E-620 digital single lens reflex (DSLR) camera to bring back that free-style experimenting and the magical feeling of being inspired by our own art. (01:51 GMT)